SHIRLEY NELSON Former Dental Hygienist Dies, Burial Wednesday Mrs. John Nelson, 31, who was a dental hygienist for the City of Oshkosh health department for eight years, died Sunday afternoon at Theda Clark Hospital, Neenah, after surgery. She was the former Shirley Cohan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William S. Cohan, Reedsville. She was born Aug. 6, 1926 in Manitowoc. She was a graduate of East DePere High School in 1945 and from the Marquette School of Dental Hygiene in 1947. She was dental hygienist for the City of Oshkosh from 1947 through 1955 and was married to John Nelson, Appleton, Oct. 1, 1955. The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary�s Catholic Church of Reedsville. The solemn requiem mass will be celebrated by the Rev. William Koutnik, with burial in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from noon Tuesday. The rosary will be prayed at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Survivors are her husband, her parents, and one brother, (private). Oshkosh Daily Northwestern, September 16, 1957 P. 4
EMMA NESPER Mrs. Emma Nesper, 87, of Reedsville, died Monday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Carl Buresh will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. Nesper, nee Emma Stetl(?), was born Feb. 12, 1888 in the Town of Franklin, daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine Stetl? She was married to John Nesper in 1915 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. Mrs. Nesper was a seamstress all her life. She was a member of St. Mary Christian Mothers Society. Mr. Nesper preceded her in death. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Joseph Remiker, of Rt. 2, Reedsville and a brother-in-law, Peter Gosz, of Cato. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 o�clock this Tuesday evening. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, January 6, 1976
JOHN NESPER John Nesper, 84, of Reedsville, died Sunday morning. Funeral services will be at 9:15 am Tuesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:30 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Nesper was born June 23, 1881 in the Town of Franklin, son of the late Walter and Mary Novak Nesper. He married Emma Stefl Nov. 22, 1915 and the couple settled at Reedsville. He was janitor at Reedsville High School for 28 years, village trustee 10 years and member of the Holy Name Society. Survivors are his wife and nieces and nephews. Two brothers and four sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home where at 8 o�clock this Monday evening the Rosary will be recited. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., April 4, 1966 page T7
ANTON NOVAK (d. 1976) Anton Novak, 90, formerly of Reedsville, died Wednesday at Maple Crest Nursing Home, Whitelaw. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Carl Burish will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Mr. Novak was born April 18, 1886, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late John and Catherine Strouf Novak. He married Barbara Jerabek Nov. 16, 1909, at St. Mary Church, Reedsville. She preceded him in death. He was a member of St. Mary Holy Name Society. Survivors include five sons, Edward, George and Anton Jr., of Manitowoc and Paul and Ervin of Milwaukee; five daughters, Mrs. Regina Svacina, of Grimms, Mrs. Jerome (Blanche) Scanlan, of Green Bay, Mrs. Lester (Mary) Tisler, of Reedsville, Mrs. Joe (Millie) Wisner, of Rt. 2, Cato, and Mrs. Frank (Betty) Budzinski, of Milwaukee; a brother, Ralph, of Milwaukee; seven sisters, Mrs. Mary Koudelka, of Milwaukee, Mrs. Bessie Fasbender, Crandon, Mrs. Rose Boyle, of Deerbrook, Mrs. Julia Stangel, of Antigo and Mrs. Louise Burish, Mrs. Emma Kohout and Mrs. Josephine Kubale, of Reedsville, 26 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Nine brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call a Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, where the rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. by Holy Name Society and a prayer service will be at 8 p.m. by Father Burish. Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, May 20, 1976 (contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
ANTON L. NOVAK (d. 2003) Anton L. Novak Jr., age 82, of 2350 S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2003, at his residence. Private family funeral services will be held. He was born May 24, 1921, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Anton and Barbara Jerabek Novak. Anton served in the United States Army from Oct. 28, 1941 to Sept. 22, 1945. In 1973, he married the former Joanne Multerer. She preceded him in death in 1973. Anton was employed at the Manitowoc Company as a painter for many years. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law: Lisa and Neil Franz, Two Rivers; two grandchildren: Nicholas and Tyler Franz; a brother: Ervan Novak; and four sisters: Betty Jane (Frank) Badzinski, Millie (Joe) Wiesner, Blanche (Jerry) Scanlon and Mary Tisler. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by three brothers and a sister. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, September 2003
BARBARA NOVAK Mrs. Barbara Novak, 84, of Reedsville, died Monday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Novak, nee Barbara Jerabek, was born Sept. 4, 1889, in the Town of Rockland, daughter of the late Joseph and Antonia Hlavachek Jerabek. She was married to Anton Novak Nov. 16, 1909, at St. Mary Church, Reedsville. Mrs. Novak was a member of the St. Ann Christian Mothers Society of the church. Survivors include her husband; five sons, Edward, George and Anton Jr., of Manitowoc and Paul and Ervin, of Milwaukee; five daughters, Mrs. Raymond (Regina) Svacina, of Grimms, Mrs. Jerome (Blanche) Scanlon, of Green Bay, Mrs. Lester (Mary) Tisler, of Reedsville, Mrs. Joe (Millie) Wiesner, of Rt. 2, Cato, and Mrs. Frank (Betty) Badzinski, of Milwaukee; six sisters, Mrs. Mike (Betty) Vetter, Mrs. Anna Buenzow and Mrs. Joseph (Rose) Rollman, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Mary Burich, of Reedsville, Mrs. Josephine Ferris, of Spooner and Mrs. Agnes Miller, of Brillion; 26 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Three sisters and four brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday here a Wake service will be held at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, Monday, January 21, 1974 P. 14
CATHERINE NOVAK Mrs. Charles (Catherine E.) Novak, 82, of Reedsville, died Tuesday at Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. A grandson, the Rev. Jerome Thielen, S.D.S., will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. Novak, nee Catherine Tikalsky, was born Nov. 7, 1893, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Satori Tikalsky. She was married to Charles Novak June 2, 1914, at St. Mary Church, Reedsville. She was a Gold Star Mother and charter member of American Legion Auxiliary Gosz-Novak Post No. 199 and Christian Mothers Altar Society. Survivors include two sons, Ralph, of Fort Worth, Tex., and Joseph, of Santa Clara, Calif.; three daughters, Mrs. Jerome (Mary) Thielen, of Racine, Mrs. Rueben (Gertrude) Puta, of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Bernard (Helen) Canney, of Gwinn, Mich; 24 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Her husband, five sons, a daughter and two brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, where a prayer service will be at 8 p.m. by Father Thielen and American Legion Auxiliary service at 8:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, March 24, 1976 P. 3
******** Reedsville Items from the Reedsville Reporter A very pretty church wedding was held Tues morning at 9:00 am when Catherine E. Tikalsky, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Tikalsky, became the bride of Chas. E. Novak, Rev. Kolar of St. Mary's church tying the nuptial knot and pronouncing the marriage vows. Gowned in flesh colored satin with over dress of shadow lace, wearing a becoming wreath and veil and attended by two bridesmaids, Rose Novakk of Antigo and Josephine Novak of Reedsville, attired in shadow lace gowns, the group presented a charming picture. The bridal boquet consisted of a shower boquet of roses carried by the bride while the bridesmaids carried carnations. The groom was attended by his brother, Louis Novak and brother-in-law, Chas. Tikalsky. After the ceremony a wedding reception was held at the home of the bride's parents and in the evening a dance at the Reedsville Hall ended the joyous festivities. The happy couple will make their home in the groom's farm about 1 mile west of the village. Both young people are well known and have many friends who wish them a long and happy wedded life. Brillion News - Fri., June 6, 1914
CHARLES G. NOVAK (d. 1943) Flight Officer Novak Killed Reedsville Man Dies In Texas Air Crash Flight Officer Charles Novak, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Novak of Reedsville, was killed in the crash of an Army plane at Biggs Field, near El Paso, Texas, Friday. News of his death was contained in a message to Novak�s parents from the commanding officer at Biggs Field. Before entering the service Novak worked in CCC camps from October, 1938, to July, 1940. He enlisted and was sent to Fort Lewis, Wash., to serve in an anti-tank battalion. There he was promoted to supply sergeant and technician. He was graduated from the Hancock college of aeronautics at Santa Maria, Calif., last August. Early in January Novak completed his advanced flying training at Williams Field, Chandler, Ariz., receiving his wings and rating of flight officer at the graduation exercises. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 27, 1943 P. 2 ******** Funeral services for Flight Officer Charles Novak Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Novak of Reedsville, who was killed near El Paso, Tex., last Friday, in the crash of an Army bomber while on a routine training flight, will be held Thursday morning at Reedsville. The body was scheduled to arrive in Manitowoc by train this afternoon and was to be taken to the E. J. Shimon funeral home at Reedsville. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 9:30 o�clock at St. Mary�s Catholic church with the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the new St. Mary�s cemetery. According to a letter written on Feb. 8 and received by Novak�s parents, he was the co-pilot of a B-17 Flying Fortress and would have completed his training about the end of March. He enlisted in the Army in July, 1940, after serving in CCC camps for two years. He was sent to Fort Lewis, Wash., and there served in an anti-tank battalion, advancing to the rank of supply sergeant and technician. He was graduated from Hancock college of aeronautics at Santa Maria, Calif., last August and received his wings at Williams Field, Chandler, Ariz., in January. He was born April 20, 1919 on a farm at West Maple Grove, and was a graduate of Reedsville high school. Besides his parents the survivors are five brothers, Private John J. Novak of Camp Hale, Calif, Raymond of Racine, Ralph, Joseph and Jerome at home; and three sisters, Mrs. Jerome Thielen of Racine, Gertrude of Manitowoc and Helen at home. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 2, 1943 P. 2
CHARLES J. NOVAK (d. 1955) Charles Novak, 69, of Reedsville, an employe of the Manitowoc County Highway Dept., took his own life Tuesday. He died at the Holy Family Hospital in Manitowoc in the afternoon. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday at the St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. William Koutnik, will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. He was born in Rockland, April 18, 1886, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Novak. He was one of a family of 24 children. On Jan. 2, 1914, he married Miss Catherine Tikalsky. They located on a farm in Maple Grove and in 1936 moved to Reedsville. For the past eight years he had been employed in the shops of the Manitowoc County Highway Dept. in Manitowoc. He was a member of the Holy Name Society. Surviving are his wife; five sons, Raymond of Racine, Jerome of Philadelphia, John of Brillion, Staff Sgt. Ralph, with the Royal Air Force in Fairford, England, and Master Sgt Joseph, stationed at the Offutt Air Force base at Omaha, Neb.; three daughters, Mrs. Jerry Thielen of Racine, Mrs. Reuben Puta, of Richland Center, Wis.; and Mrs. Bernard Canney of Chippewa Falls; four brothers, John of Fairview, Mont., Anton of Grimms, a twin brother, Joseph and Ralph of Milwaukee; eight sisters, Mrs. Mary Koudelka of Milwaukee, Mrs. Henry Fasbender of Summit Lake, Wis., Mrs. Rose Boyle of Deerbrook, Wis., Mrs. Edward Stangel of Antigo, Mrs. Joseph Kirch of Manitowoc and Mrs. Emma Kohout, Mrs. Louise Burich and Mrs. Josephine Kubale of Reedsville and 17 grandchildren. Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home after 7 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times Journal, July 6, 1955 ********* Card of Thanks Novak- Because we cannot thank each of you personally, we take this way of telling you how much we appreciated your sympathy and help at the time of our recent bereavement, the loss of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, Mr. Charles J. Novak. We are especially grateful to the Rev. William Koputnik of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville, the altar boys, organist and choir of the church, to those who brought food, the ladies who helped with the lunch, the pallbearers, donors of cars, those who gave flowers and spiritual bouquets, our friends, neighbors and relatives and anyone who assisted or remembered us in any way. Mrs. Charles J. Novak and family of Charles J. Novak Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., July 12, 1955 page 16
******** Reedsville Items from the Reedsville Reporter A very pretty church wedding was held Tues morning at 9:00 am when Catherine E. Tikalsky, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Tikalsky, became the bride of Chas. E. Novak, Rev. Kolar of St. Mary's church tying the nuptial knot and pronouncing the marriage vows. Gowned in flesh colored satin with over dress of shadow lace, wearing a becoming wreath and veil and attended by two bridesmaids, Rose Novakk of Antigo and Josephine Novak of Reedsville, attired in shadow lace gowns, the group presented a charming picture. The bridal boquet consisted of a shower boquet of roses carried by the bride while the bridesmaids carried carnations. The groom was attended by his brother, Louis Novak and brother-in-law, Chas. Tikalsky. After the ceremony a wedding reception was held at the home of the bride's parents and in the evening a dance at the Reedsville Hall ended the joyous festivities. The happy couple will make their home in the groom's farm about 1 mile west of the village. Both young people are well known and have many friends who wish them a long and happy wedded life. Brillion News - Fri., June 6, 1914
JOHN J. NOVAK John J. Novak, 52, of Rt. 2, Brillion, died Tuesday at Wood Hospital, Milwaukee, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Wieting Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church Brillion. The Rev. Raymond Dowling and the Rev. Jerome Thielen will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Mr. Novak was born May 29, 1920, at Maple Grove, son of the late Charles Novak and Mrs. Catherine Tikalsky Novak. He married Ethel Broehm July 11, 1953, at Reedsville. He was a veteran of World War II. He been employed at Brillion Iron Works until retiring because of ill health. Mr. Novak was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion, and American Legion Becker-Bloedorn Post No. 126, of Brillion. Survivors include his wife, his mother, of Reedsville, a son (Survivor omitted for privacy.); two brothers, Ralph, of Azle, Texas, and Joseph, of St. Clara, Calif.; three sisters, Mrs. Rueben Puta, of St. Nazianz, Mrs. Jerome Thielen, of Racine and Mrs. Bernard Canney, of Sawyer Air Force Base, Michigan; and two grandchildren. Three brothers preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 p.m. Thursday until the time of the service Friday. Wake service will be at 8:30 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 20, 1972
ATHLYN O'CONNELL Mrs. Clifton (Athlyn) O'Connell, 65, of Reedsville, died Saturday afternoon, Oct. 25, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:45 a.m. Tuesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. O'Connell was born April 6, 1915, in the Town of Franklin, daughter of the late John Doolan and Mrs. Elizabeth Mullins Doolan. She was married to Clifton O'Connell Aug. 2, 1939, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove. She was a graduate of Manitowoc County Normal Teacher's College and a member of St. Ann Christian Mothers of St. Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband; two sons and daughters-in-law, Joel and Ann of Two Rivers, and Keith and Bonnie of Reedsville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Cheryl and Frank Wilson of San Diego, Calif., and Reyne and Jim Schepper of Two Rivers; her mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Doolan; five sisters and four brothers- in-law, Elizabeth and Frank Herold of Green Bay, Marge and George Gibeault and Rita and Joseph Vogel of Reedsville, Donna Schlei and Lou and Allan Raether of Manitowoc,and eight grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday afternoon and Tuesday from 8 a.m. until the time of services. A parish prayer service will be held 7:30 o'clock this Monday evening followed by a St. Ann Christian Mothers Rosary at 8 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, October 27, 1980 P.3
CLIFTON F. O'CONNELL Clifton Francis O'Connell, 76, of 505 Menasha Street, Reedsville, died Tuesday, June 13m, 1989 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. Nicholas Johannes will officiate with burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Mr. O'Connell was born March 27, 1913 in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late George and Frances Cavanaugh O'Connell. He married the former Athlyn Doolan on August 1, 1939 at Maple Grove. She preceded him in death October 25, 1980. Mr. O'Connell was employed by Manitowoc County Highway for 39 years. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville and a retired member of the Reedsville Fire Department. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Joel and Ann O'Connell of Two Rivers, Keith and Bonnie O'Connell of Reedsville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Cheryl and Frank Wilson of San Diego, California, Reyne and Jim Schepper of Two Rivers; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Gerald and Phyllis O'Connell of Manitowoc, Harold O'Connell of Pocatello, Idaho and nine grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Sherman and Norbert. Friends may call at Wieting Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, 5 pm to 9 pm Friday and Saturday from 8 am to 10:30 am. Parish vigil service will be held at 7:30 pm Friday evening at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 15, 1989 page B5
FRANCES O'CONNELL Mrs. George O'Connell, 75, of Reedsville, died Tuesday forenoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezal will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. O'Connell, nee Cavanaugh, was born July 12, 1890, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late Patrick and Bridget Cavanaugh. She was married Nov. 10, 1909, to George O'Connell at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove, and the couple farmed in the Town of Maple Grove, later moving to Reedsville. Mrs. O'Connell was a Gold Star Mother and a member of Kubale - O'Connell Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6179 Auxiliary, Gosz-Novak Post No. 199, American Legion, Auxiliary and St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society of St. Mary Church. She is survived by three sons, Clifton, of Reedsville, Gerald, of Manitowoc and Harold of Pocatello, Idaho, a brother, Thomas J. Cavanaugh, of Reedsville, 12 grandchildren and a great grandchild. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, July 21, 1965 p.11
GEORGE O'CONNELL (d. 1946) Injuries Fatal to O'Connell, 59, County Worker Injuries suffered Saturday in a gravel pit north of St. Wendel, proved fatal late Sunday afternoon to George J. O'Connell, 59, of Reedsville, veteran employee of the county highway department. O'Connell was working with a county crew headed by Foreman Clarence Cohen, which was engaged in sifting gravel in the pit for sand to be used in highway work during the winter. He was attempting to fix a chain on the scoop shovel to a small truck when in some manner the shovel fell on his back. Workers partially raised the shovel but it fell back again, breaking O'Connell's arm and crushing his chest. He was rushed to the Holy Family Hospital and placed under an oxygen tent but died 24 hours later of an internal hemorrhage. Coroner Theodore Teitgen announced there would be no inquest. Funeral services for Mr. O'Connell will be held at 8:30 am Wednesday at the Reedsville Cooperative Funeral Home and at 9 o'clock at the St. Mary Catholic Church in Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. O'Connell was born in Maple Grove in 1887 and in 1909 married Miss Frances Cavanaugh. He was a member of highway crews in the county the past 25 years. Surviving are his wife, three sons, Clifton and Harold of Reedsville and Gerald of Custerdale; mother, Mrs. H.M. O'Connell of this city; three brothers, Walter of Pocatella, Idaho, Morgan of Grimms and Leo of this city; three sisters, Mrs. Edward Fritsch and Maud of this city and Mrs. Peter Weiner of Milwaukee. Two sons preceded him in death, they were Sherman who died in June and Norbert, killed in action in France. Mr. O'Connell was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters. The body may be viewed at the Reedsville Funeral Home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Dec. 9, 1946 page 2
GEORGE H. O'CONNELL (d. 2007) George H. "Harold" O'Connell, age 84, of Pocatello, Idaho, passed away on Jan. 26, 2007, following a short illness. He was born April 6, 1922 in Maple Grove, son of the late George and Frances (Cavanaugh) O'Connell. George retired after 35 years of service with the Union Pacific Railroad in Pocatello, Idaho. Harold was an avid sports fan and especially loved the Green Bay Packers. He is survived by nieces and nephews: Joel (Ann) O'Connell, Bonnie O'Connell; Cheryl (Frank) Wilson; Reyne (Jim) Schepper; Patrick (Maris) O'Connell; Jackie (Pat) Arpin; Bridget (Larry) Ziarnik; Colleen (Steve) Weber; Dan (Molly) O'Connell; Eileen (John) Senglaub. He is further survived by many grand and great-grandnieces and nephews as well as all of Harold's many Wisconsin friends. Harold was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers: Sherman, Clifton, Gerald and Norbert; three sisters-in-law: Athlyn, Grace and Phyllis; one nephew: Keith O'Connell; and one niece: Peggy Connors. A memorial Mass will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2007, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion, with Father Mathew Simonar officiating. Burial will be in the St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 6 p.m. until the time of Mass. The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville, assisted the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 6, 2007
KEITH M. O�CONNELL Keith M. O�Connell, age 57 of 511 Madison Street, Reedsville, died unexpectedly Saturday morning, July 14, 2001 at Langlade Memorial Hospital in Antigo. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 18, 2001 at the Holy Family Parish in Reedsville. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Tom Long, with burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Military graveside rites will be accorded. Keith was born May 29, 1944 in Reedsville, son of the late Clifton and Athlyn Doolan O�Connell. He attended St. Marys Catholic grade school and Reedsville High School, graduating with the class of 1962. He served with the U.S. Army from Sept. 14, 1962 until Sept. 14, 1965. On May 16, 1970, he was married to Bonnie Loose at St. Mary�s Catholic Church in Reedsville. Keith was employed for 32 years as a truck driver with the Manitowoc County Highway Department, and later worked for Lorrigan Construction of Reedsville, until his retirement. He was a longtime member of St. Mary�s Catholic Church, Reedsville Sportsman�s Club, Chelsea Conservation Club of Chelsea, WI, and the Reedsville Fire Department for 21 years. He was also a member of the Reeedsville Amvets, where he served as past commander. Keith enjoyed hunting, fishing, bathing and socializing. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie, one son Michael O�Connell and special friend Cammie Benter of Reedsville, two daughters and sons-in-law, Laurie and Scott Towne of Kimberly, Kathy and Wade Kasper of Reedsville. Two Grandsons, Riley and Landon Kasper, and two step granddaughters, Nicole and Natalie Towne. His father-in-law and mother-in-law, Wilmer and Lucinda Loose of Chilton; one brother and sister-in- law, Joel and Ann O�Connell of Two Rivers; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Reyne and Jim Schepper, Two Rivers, and Cheryl and Frank Wilson, San Diego, Calif. He is further survived by brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law, Bev. and Jim Tienor, Reedsville, Barb and Norb Kratz, Brillion, Grace and James Ott, Valders, Gordon and Jane Loose, Chilton, and Glenn Loose, Manitowoc. Many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives and many friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his father and mother. Relatives and friends may call at Holy Family Parish in Reedsville, from 5 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, and also on Wednesday after 9 a.m. until the time of mass at 10 a.m. A parish prayer service will be held at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, led by Fr. Tom. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the O�Connell family with funeral arrangements. The family extends a very special Thank You to Bev and Jim Tienor, for their love and support, and being with them during Keith�s final hours. Keith was a special husband, father, and papa, and friend to many people and will be deeply missed. Herald Times Reporter, July 16, 2001 P. A3
ELIZABETH O'CONNOR Mrs. Elizabeth Jerabek O'Connor, age 95, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, for the past 16 years, died January 4, 1996, at the center. Private Funeral Services were held in Reedsville Friday, January 5, 1996, with burial in the St. Mary Church Cemetery. Mrs. O'Connor was born August 7, 1900, in the Town of Rockland, Manitowoc County, on Jerabek Lane, daughter of the late Joseph and Antonia (Hlavachek) Jerabek. She married Michael O'Connor on January 18, 1927, at St. John's Cathedral in Milwaukee. He preceded her in death April 28, 1943. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and James Meidl, Rural Manitowoc; two granddaughters; one grandson; three great-granddaughters; one great grandson; one sister, Agnes Miller, Brillion; special nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by eight sisters and five brothers. The Wieting Funeral Home of Reedsville assisted the family with arrangements. Betty will be remembered by all the lives she touched through her expert carpet weaving, feather stitched patchwork pillows and quilt making. She enjoyed cards, bingo, fishing and would never miss attending Mass or Rosary to pray for family and friends. Now that she is safely home in Heaven resting in peace where she was patiently waiting to go, it's our turn to pray for her. Special thanks to Dr. Klassen and Dr. Vmhoyer and to anyone who helped make her last weeks at Shady Lane a little more comfortable. Visits by Father Ronald Guillette and Deacon Donald Schneider were always appreciated. Herald Times Reporter, January 6, 1996 P. A2
JOHN C. OLSON John �Jack� Olson, age 73, of 411 Laurelwood Ct., Reedsville died on Saturday, June 16, 2001 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center in Manitowoc. He was born Oct. 2, 1927 in Menomonie, Wis., son of the late Carl and Clara (Eiseth) Olson. On Feb. 11, 1978 he married Mary Phillips at Reedsville. John served in the U.S. Army as a medic. He was a Funeral Director for many years serving several communities in Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. John�s favorite past time was golfing with Jerry. He was a member of the AMVETS and a former member of the Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association. Survivors include his wife Mary; two sons: Jeffery and special friend, Amy Braun of Reedsville, Gary Olson of Menomonie, and a daughter Jackie (Bob) Krueger of Eau Claire and two grandchildren. He is further survived by his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Alice and James Anderson of Oconomowoc, James and Katheryn Phillips of West Bend, John and Grace Phillips of Genesee, and Mrs. Richard Olson of Menomonie and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Richard. Funeral service will be held on Friday, June 22, at 1p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Tom Long will officiate, with burial in the Parish Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of service. The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements. John especially enjoyed working with Bob Pietroske and Dale Kocourek of Pietrosk (sic), Inc. of Manitowoc. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dr. Lynn Baatz and her staff for all of their care and concern. Herald Time Reporter, June 21, 2001 P. A6
ANNA MARIE OTTELIEN Anna Marie Ottelien, age 97, of Black Earth, formerly of Reedsville, died Saturday, October 2, 1993, at Heartland Country Village Nursing Home in Black Earth. Funeral Services were held Monday, October 4, 1993, at 1:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. Father Nicholas Johannes officiated with burial in St. Mary's Cemetery. She was born July 26, 1897, in Reedsville, daughter of the late Frank and Mary Mendlick Kubale. She married Arthur Ottelien, June 29, 1921, in Reedsville. She and her husband owned and operated Art's Shoes in Reedsville for about 50 years. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville, the St. Ann's Altar Society and the American Legion Auxiliary. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, James and June Ottelien, Middleton; three grandchildren; one sister and brother-in-law, Helen and Joe Wachal, Reedsville; one brother and sister-in-law, Earl and Phyllis Kueale (sic), South Bend, Ind. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1968, one son, Robert, one sister and two brothers. Herald Times Reporter, October 4, 1993 P. A2
ARTHUR OTTELIEN Arthur L. Ottelien, 71, of Reedsville, died Sunday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Ottelien was born Nov. 20, 1896, at Reedsville, son of the late August and Emily Sorge Ottelien. He married Marie Kubale June 29, 1921, at Reedsville. A World War I veteran, Mr. Ottelien owned and operated Art�s Shoe Store at Reedsville for 40 years, was a substitute mail carrier for 17 years and was also in the insurance business for a number of years. Mr. Ottelien was a member of the Holy Name Society of the church, the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin and was a charter member of the American Legion Post 191 of Reedsville, the Reedsville-Wayside Sportsmen�s Club and the Wayside-Morrison Concert Band. Besides his wife he is survived by two sons, (private); four sisters, Mrs. Emil Kraus, Mrs. Alma Krueger, Mrs. Jerry Hussey and Miss Viola Ottelien of Manitowoc; and three grandchildren. A brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 3, 1968 P. 13 ******** KUBALE-OTTELEIN (sic) Miss Marie Kubale, popular young lady and Arthur Ottelein, well known business man of Reedsville, were united in marriage at the village yesterday morning, Rev. W.C. Kubale officiating at the ceremony. An elaborate reception was held at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. F.J.Kubale where a wedding dinner was served. After a honeymoon trip the couple will return to Reedsville to make their home. The groom is proprietor of a shoe store. Manitowoc Herald News, June 30, 1921 P. 8
ROBERT H. OTTELIEN Robert H. Ottelien, 57, of 529 Manitowoc St., Reedsville, died early Thursday evening, April 9, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Monday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Ottelien was born Aug. 20, 1923, at Reedsville, son of Marie Ottelien and the late Arthur Ottelien. He had been presently employed as traffic manager of Manitowoc Engineering. He was a member of Supervisor's Club of Manitowoc Engineering, Manitowoc Eagles Aerie No. 706, Knights of Columbus Council No. 5796, and Holy Name Society of St. Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include his mother; a brother and sister-in-law, James and June Ottelien of Middleton; three nieces, Ann, Kathy and Jame Ottelien, and other relatives and friends. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday until the time of services. A parish vigil will be 7:30 p.m. Sunday followed at 8 p.m. by a Holy Name and Knights of Columbus Rosary. Herald Times Reporter, April 10, 1981 P. 3
HELEN F. PHILLIPS Helen F. Phillips, age 95 of 438 Manitowoc St., Reedsville died on Sun. Feb. 4, 2001 at the Home. She was born June 15, 1905 in Glenmore, WI., daughter of the late Valentine & Constance Drewiski. On Dec. 28, 1937 she married James E. Phillips at St. Mary's Catholic Church in DePere. Helen was the Executive Secretary for the Reedsville Housing Authority. She was a member of Holy Family Parish and St. Ann's Altar Society. Survivors include her children: Alice C. (James) Anderson, of Oconomowoc, Mary M. (John) Olson of Reedsville, James E. Jr. (Katheryn) Phillips of West Bend and John A. (Grace) Phillips of Dousman. Her grandchildren: Suzanne (Stephen) Mente, Katheryn (Todd) Fenske, Julie Anderson, James H. (Kara) Phillips, Jessica (Robert) Yahr, Jennifer (David) Thomasiewicz, John Phillips & Fiancee Carrie, Michael Phillips & Fiancee Korin, David Phillips, Ryan Phillips, Patrick Phillips, Mathew Phillips, Kevin Phillips, and Jeffrey Olson & special friend Amy, and 8 great grandchildren: Melissa, Anthony, and Katheryn Mente, Margaret and Sophie Thomasiewicz, and Nathan, Monica, and Sarah Fenske. Helen was preceded in death by her parents, husband, James E., 12 brothers and sisters, and her special dog Sadie. Funeral Mass will be held at 1 PM Wed. Feb. 7th at St. Mary Catholic Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Tom Long will officiate, burial will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call at the St. Mary Catholic Church in Reedsville on Wed. from 11 AM until the time of mass. The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund in Helen's name has been established for the new Holy Family Church. Herald Times Reporter, February 5, 2001 P. A3
JAMES PHILLIPS James E. Phillips, 73, of 438 Manitowoc Street, Reedsville, died Sunday afternoon, May 2, at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton. Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Phillips was born Feb. 2, 1909, at Waupaca, son of the late James E. and Ella McGinnis Phillips. He was employed by H.C. Prange Company, was owner of James Phillip's Hardware Store, Reedsville, and was employed by Imperial Eastman Company until his retirement. He married Helen F. Drewiski, Dec. 28, 1937, at St. Mary Catholic Church, DePere. Mr. Phillips was a member of Reedsville Lions Club, Reedsville Village Board, president of Manitowoc County Catholic Social Services, and was recipient of Silver Beaver Award of the Boy Scouts of America. Survivors include his wife, Helen; two sons and daughters-in-law, James E. Jr. and Kathy Phillips of West Bend, and John A. and Grace Phillips of Wales, Wis.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Alice and James Anderson of Oconomowoc, and Mary and John Olson of Reedsville, and ten grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Milo Phillips, and a sister, Alice G. Phillips. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday until the time of services. A parish vigil will be held 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Herald Times Reporter, May 3, 1982 P. 3
ELMER W. PRITZL Elmer Pritzl, age 90, of Reedsville, died on Monday, July 14, 2008, at River's Bend Care Center in Manitowoc. He was born on Aug. 15, 1917, in Brillion, son of the late Louis and Anna (Eigenberger) Pritzl. Elmer graduated from Brillion High School at the top of his class in 1934. He married Julia Burich on June 16, 1938, at St. Mary's the Assumption Parish in Reedsville. Elmer worked at the Brillion Iron Works for five years, and then farmed a 215-acre farm in the town of Rockland, until retiring in 1982. He was a member of Holy Family Parish in Brillion. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Elmer was preceded in death by a daughter: Jacqueline Konop; two brothers: Art and Louis; a sister: Mary (Walter) Lashua; brothers-in-law and sisters- in-law: Herbert and Mary Kalies; George and Agnes Kubsch; Quirren Sleger; Earl Voss; Lucille Pritzl; and Bernice Pritzl. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 18, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Matt Simonar will officiate. Burial will be held in St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville on Thursday (TONIGHT), July 17, 2008, from 4 to 8 p.m. There will be a parish prayer service at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home, and then again at the church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass. Herald Times Reporter, July 17, 2008
JULIA PRITZL Julia Marcella (Burich) Pritzl, age 92, of Reedsville, went home to Jesus after passing away on Tuesday, September 27, 2011, at Aurora Medical Center, Manitowoc County. She was born on October 30, 1918, in the Rockland Township of Manitowoc County at her family's homestead farm, the youngest daughter of the late John and Anna (Satorie) Burich. Julia graduated from Reedsville High School in 1936. She married Elmer Pritzl on June 16, 1938, at St. Mary's the Assumption Parish in Reedsville, and they spent the next 70 years together. Elmer preceded her in death on July 14, 2008. Julia proudly farmed side by side with her husband, Elmer, even carrying milk pails from their 40-cow Holstein herd until the very last day before their retirement in 1982. Julia was extremely proud to have been the fourth generation to farm the family's 215-acre homestead which consists of land joined together when her parents were married in 1906. The entire family homestead is now operated by her daughter and son-in-law and dates back to 1867. At that farm, Elmer and Julia had a heard of Holsteins and also raised hogs, geese, and other livestock. During World War II, the Pritzls raised a great deal of clover seed for the Department of Defense. The clover oil was used to lubricate high-end military guns. Julia was an excellent cook and made outstanding pies and other Bohemian recipes. She enjoyed playing the piano and the concertina with her father, John. In addition, she never missed an opportunity to listen or dance to a good polka. She also enjoyed her cat, Harley. Most importantly, Julia enjoyed spending time with her family and enjoyed fishing with Elmer and all her relatives. Julia most certainly rejoiced in the fact she was able to live in her own home up until her second last day on earth. Julia's immediate family was a founding member of St. Mary's the Assumption Parish in Reedsville and contributed red oak logs from their woods and gravel from the family pit for the construction of the first consecreated Bohemian Catholic Church in North America. She was a member of the St. Anne's Christian Mothers and a member of the Maple-Rock Homemakers Club. Elmer and Julia were also charter members of the Lake-to-Lake Cooperative. She also was a member of Holy Family Parish in Brillion. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Julia was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer; and a daughter, Jacqueline Konop; along with three sisters and their husbands: Mary (Herb) Kalies; Agnes (George) Kubsch; Beatrice (Quirren) Sleger. Also preceding her in death was a teenage sister Cecilia Burich and two infant brothers Wenceslaus and Adolphus Burich. She was also preceded in death by two brothers-in-laws and their wives: Art (Berneice) Pritzl and Louis (Lucille) Pritzl; a sister-in-law and her husband, Mary (Walter) Lashua; and brother-in-law Earl Voss. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Timothy Brandt will officiate with burial to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville on Friday, September 30, 2011, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. There will be a parish prayer service at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. The visitation will continue at the church in Brillion on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Preservation of St. Mary's Historical Building. Online condolences may be made at www.wietingfuneralhome.com Herald Times Reporter, September 2011
AUDREY C. RAMEKER Audrey C. Rameker, age 70, of 723 S. Main St., Brillion, died unexpectedly on Monday, Oct. 25, 2004 at her home. She was born Oct. 13, 1934 in the town of Franklin, daughter of the late John and Rose (Jagiello) Rameker, She worked all of her life at the Reedsville Bank, retiring in 1991, having served as bank president. She was a member of Holy Family Parish. She started volunteering herself full time in 1998 as the parish secretary, until her death. She was also a member of the Reedsville Lioness and the Manitou Girl Scout Council. She enjoyed bowling on the Wednesday Night Women's League and was a loyal Packer fan. She also loved to follow her niece's, nephew's, great-niece's and great-nephew's sporting events. Survivors include her sister: Arlette (Dick) Schmits of Brookfield; and two brothers: Wayne (Nancy) Rameker of Manitowoc; and Walden (Barb) Rameker of New Holstein; her nieces and nephews: Maggie (Joe) Boudro; Kim (Tom) Bray and their children: TJ, Sara and Alex; Gregg Rameker; Jamie (Lisa) Rameker and their son: Logan; and Jennifer (Mike) Paul. She is also further survived by a special friend: Betty (Vern) Lemberger. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2004 at Holy Family Parish in Brillion. The Rev. Tom Long and the Rev. John Neuser will concelebrate the Mass. Burial will be in the St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call at the church in Brillion from 3 p.m. on Thursday until the time of Mass. The Wieting Funeral Home of Brillion is assisting the family with arrangements. Newspaper not cited.
JOHN E. RAMEKER John E. Rameker, 82, of 204 3rd Street, Reedsville, died Sunday, April 26, 1987 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Tuesday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. John Becker will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Mr. Rameker was born July 11, 1904, in the Town of Franklin, son of the late Wenzel and Anna Lensmeyer Rameker. He married Rose Jagiello on June 2, 1931 at Kellnersville. Mr. Rameker was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding, retiring in 1971. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Wayne and Nancy Rameker of Manitowoc and Walden and Barbara Rameker of New Hosltein; two daughters and a son-in-law, Audrey Rameker of Reedsville and Arlette and Richard Schmits of Brookfield and five grandchildren, Kim and Greg Rameker of Milwaukee, Jamie and Jennifer Rameker of New Holstein and Margaret Schmits of Brookfield. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rose, October 27, 1982. Friends may call at Wieting-Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, Tuesday from 9 am to 10:30 am when family rites will be held. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Apr. 27, 1987 page 14
ROSE RAMEKER Mrs. John (Rose) Rameker, 70 of 204 Third St., Reedsville, died Wednesday evening, October 27, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Rameker, nee Helen Jagiello, was born Dec. 15, 1911, at Lena, Wis., daughter of the lae Stanley and Mary Jagiello. She was married to John Rameker June 2, 1931, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. Mrs. Rameker was a member of St. Ann Christian Mothers Society. Survivors include her husband, John; two sons and daughters-in-law, Wayne and Nancy Rameker of Manitowoc and Walden and Barbara Rameker of New Holstein; two daughters and a son-in-law, Audrey Rameker of Reedsville and Ariette and Dick Schmitz of Brookfield; three brothers, Joe Jagiello of Lena, Frank Jagiello of Kelly Lake and Carl Jagiello of Bozeman, Mont.; five sisters, Ann Jagiello of Lena, Helen Berg and Katheryn Jagiello of Kenosha, Agnes Hallett of Wauwatosa, and Sophia Des Jarlias of Douglas, Ariz.; and five grandchildren. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday. A prayer service will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. by Father Schneider and a Rosary service will be at 8 p.m. by St. Ann Christian Mothers Society. Herald Times Reporter, October 28, 1982 P. 3
DOROTHY REINKE Dorothy M. Reinke, age 79, of 229 Main St., Reedsville, died on Tuesday, September 7, 1999. Funeral Mass will be held at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, September 11, 1999, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. Tom Long officiating. Burial will be in the Parish Cemetery. She was born October 23, 1919, in Cato, daughter of Frank and Anna (Kohlnhofer) Denk. She married Leonard Brunner on November 3, 1937. He preceded her in death on December 8, 1959. She then married Harvey Reinke on June 19, 1965. He preceded her in death on August 23, 1999. Dorothy was a member of St. Mary St. Patrick Parish, Reedsville, St. Anns Altar Society, and the American Legion Auxiliary. Survivors include her children, Mary Ann (Hilary) Krueger, Arkansas, Leonard Brunner, Sheboygan, Pat (Roger) Halverson, Manitowoc, Ronald (Karen) Brunner, Colorado, Gerald (Mary) Brunner, Plymouth, Allen (Janice) Brunner, Barbara (Lee) Owart, all of Manitowoc, and Pamela O'Connor, Washington, Gerald (Kathy) Reinke, La Crosse, and Deb (Terry) Mathiebe, Brillion; 24 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; one sister, Leona (LeRoy) Christianson, Valders; three sisters- in-law, Theresa Sittman, Gertrude Schmelzle, and Margaret Lamprey; three brothers-in- law, Hubert Brunner, Harold Brunner and Roy (Carol) Brunner. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Sandra Reinke; two grandchildren; one brother, Norbert; and an infant sister, Mary Ann. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville on Friday from 4-8 p.m. and on Saturday from 11 a.m. until Noon when family rites will be held. There will be a parish Wake Service at 7 p.m. Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Mary St. Patrick Parish. The family would like to thank Dr. Barylak and his staff, Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, and the entire staff at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center for the loving care Dorothy received. "A family that prays together, stays together eternally." Thank you Mother, for teaching us to pray! For within you there is a deep sincere love of God that gave you the Virtues of Strength, Hope, Endurance, Determination, Will, Laughter, Faith, and Patience to keep living when others may have quit. We, your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren are truly blessed with the gifts and dreams of your greatness, for generations that follow. Thank you for the gift of our lives that you so graciously gave. May your beautiful spirit be raised up high, from whence you came, to the Golden Plane of Heavenly Bliss in Peace and Freedom Eternally with God. We love you forever. Herald Tiems Reporter, September 9, 1999 P. A2
HARVEY O. REINKE Harvey O. Reinke, age 82, of 229 Main St. Reedsville, died on Monday August 23, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday August 27, 1999, at St. Mary St. Patrick Parish, Reedsville. The Rev. Tom Long will officiate. Burial will be in the Parish Cemetery. He was born January 1, 1917, in Grimms, son of the late Adolph and Frieda (Mantei) Reinke. On June 14, 1944, he married Leona Schuh, who preceded him in death on July 25, 1962. On June 19, 1965, he married Dorothy Denk Brunner. Mr. Reinke served in the United States Army from 1940-1945. He was one of the founders of the Retarded Childrens Association of Manitowoc County. He worked for the United States postal Service as a mail carrier, and also worked as an electrician. He was a member of St. Mary St. Patrick Parish in Reedsville, American Legion Post #199 of Reedsville, National Rural Letter Carriers Association, and a lifetime member of the Reedway Sportsman's Club. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; his children, Gerald (Kathy) Reinke, LaCrosse, Deb (Terry) Mathiebe, Brillion, Mary Ann (Hilary) Krueger, AR, Leonard Brunner, Sheboygan, Patricia (Roger) Halverson, Manitowoc, Ronald (Karen) Brunner, Colorado, Gerald (Mary) Brunner, Plymouth, Allen (Janice) Brunner, and Barbara (Lee) Owart, all of Manitowoc. He is further survived by 24 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and one sister. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leona; a daughter, Sandy; two grandchildren and four brothers. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and then on Friday from 9-10 a.m., when family rites will be held. A wake service will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Herald Times Reporter, August 25, 1999 P. A2
LEONA REINKE Mrs. Harvey Reinke, 43, of Reedsville died Wednesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be 9:45 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Reinke was born sept. 30, 1918, at Grimms, daughter of Ralph and the late Agnes Denk Schuh, and was married June 14, 1944, to Harvey Reinke. The couple resided at Reedsville. Mrs. Reinke was a member of St. Ann Altar and Christian Mothers Societies of St. Mary Church. She served several years as treasurer of Manitowoc County Association for Retarded Children and chairman of the religious committee of the association. Survivors include her husband, two daughters, (private), and a son, (private), her father of Grimms, a sister, Miss Ruth Schuh, of Grimms and two brothers, Ralph Jr., and Bernard, of Stevens Point. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. by St. Ann and Christian Mothers societies. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 25, 1962 P. 17
RONALD W. REINKE Ronald Reinke, age 67, of 547 Monroe St., Reedsville, died unexpectedly Monday, October 7, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 9, 1996, at St. Mary-St. Patrick Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. Ronald Guilette will officiate with burial in the parish cemetery. He was born June 9, 1929, in the town of Rockland, son of the late Edwin and Leona Kleist Reinke. He attended schools in Rockland and Reedsville, graduating in 1947. He married Dorothy Kubale on August 7, 1954, at Reedsville. After they married, they lived in Hartland and Hales Corners and Ronald worked in electrical construction for L.D. Meyers Co. He was the road superintendent of the town of Rockland from 1959-1962 and lived in Collins. Ronald then moved to Reedsville and worked for the Manitowoc County Highway Department for 26 years retiring in September of 1989. He was a member of St. Mary-St. Patrick Catholic Church, Reedsville, and the Catholic Knights Branch #80 of Reedsville. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; two daughters and a son-in-law, Joelee Reinke, Arlington, Va., Sue and Andrew Uecker, Greenleaf; a son and daughter-in-law, Edward and Laura Reinke, Reedsville; four grandchildren, Jenny and Matt Reinke, James and Rachel Uecker; an aunt, Ovella Kleist, Collins; two sisters-in-law and one brother- in-law, Kathryn and Willard Coonen, Brillion, Barbara Meulemans, Reedsville; four brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law, Lawrence and Dorothy Kubal, Green Bay, William Kubal, Rochelle, Ill., Bernard and Mary Kubal, Milwaukee, Robert and Fran Kubale, Green Bay. Ronald is also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was a dependable, close friend to many. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister-in-law, Harriette Kubale and a brother-in-law, Robert Meulemans. Friends may call from 3 p.m. Wednesday at St. Mary-St. Patrick Catholic Church, Reedsville, until the time of service. The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, October 8, 1996 P. A2
SANDRA LEA REINKE Sandra Lea Reinke, age 53, of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, died on Sunday, February 28, 1999. A Funeral Mass will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 2, 1999, (TONIGHT) at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. Tom Long officiating. Burial will be in the Parish Cemetery. She was born June 6, 1945, in Fort Monroe, Va., daughter of Harvey Reinke and the late Leona (Schuh) Reinke. Sandy worked at Holiday House in Manitowoc for many years. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Survivors include her parents, Harvey & Dorothy Reinke, Reedsville, a brother and his wife, Gerald & Kathy Reinke, LaCrosse, a sister & her husband, Deb & Terry Mathiebe, Brillion; eight step-brothers & sisters, Mary Ann (Hilary) Krueger, Arizona, Leonard Brunner, Sheboygan, Patricia (Roger) Halverson, Manitowoc, Ronald (Karen) Brunner, Colorado, Gerald (Mary) Brunner, Plymouth, Allen (Janice) Brunner, Barbara (Lee) Owart, all of Manitowoc, and Pam O'Connor, Washington. She was preceded in death by her mother, Leona Reinke, in 1962. Friends may call at the church from 3 p.m. on Tuesday (TONIGHT) until the time of Mass. The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, March 2, 1999 P. A2
MARGARET ROLF Margaret Rolf, age 74, of 302 Elm St., Reedsville, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 23, 2000 at her home. A Memorial Mass will be held 5 pm Friday, May 26, 2000 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. Tom Long officiating. Burial will be in the Parish Cemetery. She was born October 24, 1925 in Little Chute, daughter of the late Charles and Agatha (DeBoth) Coppus. On October 24, 1946 she married Marvin Rolf at Little Chute. He preceded her in death on January 28, 1978. Margaret worked at Tecumseh Products in New Holstein until her retirement. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville and the Catholic Knights. Survivors include her children and grandchildren, Jim and Jill Rolf, Nick, Adam and Brenda Rolf, Kiel, Jeffrey and Vicky Rolf, Carissa and Cameron, Reedsville, Sharon and Bob Reindl, David, Brian and Sarah Reindl, Whitelaw, Kathryn Urban and Jessica Bratz, Reedsville and two great grandchildren, Brandon Bratz and Dominic Reindl. She is further survived by a sister, Eunice (Jerry) Coenen, Little Chute and two brothers, Bernard (Dorothy) Coppus, Kaukauna and Chuck (Betty) Coppus, Little Chute. She was also preceded in death by a son, Scott on March 1, 1988. Friends may call at the church from 3 pm Friday until the time of mass. The Wietiing Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 24, 2000
MARVIN ROLF Marvin H. Rolf, 51, of 304 Elm St., Reedsville, died Saturday at home. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday in Reedsville Funeral Home and 10 a.m. in St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate. Mr. Rolf was born March 4, 1926 in Hollandtown, son of the late Bernard and Anna Van Vreed Rolf. He was educated in Hollandtown schools and employed with Lauson Chevrolet Co. of Manitowoc. He married Margaret Coppus October 24, 1946 in Little Chute. Survivors include his wife; three sons, James of St. Nazianz and Jeff and Scott of Reedsville; two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Sharon) Reindl of Whitelaw and Mrs. Kathy Meidl of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Genevieve Coaneu of DePere and four grandchildren. Friends may call in Reedsville Funeral Home 4�clock to 9 o�clock this Monday afternoon where a bible wake service will be at 7:30 o�clock. Manitowoc Herald Times � Monday, Jan. 30, 1978 � page 3 ********* (04 Mar 1926/Jan 1978/SSDI)
SCOTT A. ROLF Scott Allen Rolf, 20, of 302 Elm St., Reedsville, died Tuesday, March 1, 1988 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Friday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Father John Becker will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Scott was born July 20, 1967 at Manitowoc, son of Margaret Coppus Rolf and the late Marvin Rolf. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Survivors include his mother, Margaret Rolf of Reedsville; two brothers and sisters- in-law, Jim and Jill Rolf of Kiel and Jeffrey and Victoria Rolf of Reedsville; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Sharon and Robert Reindl of Whitelaw and Kathy Meidl of Reedsville; his fianc�e, Lisa Wagner of Reedsville; eight nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Wieting-Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, 9 am Friday until the hour of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Mar. 2, 1988 page 15
ELIZABETH J. ROLLAND Elizabeth J. (Bessie) Rolland, 91, formerly of Reedsville, died early Tuesday morning, May 13, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Revs. Donald Schneider, Donald Feller and John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Rolland, nee Elizabeth Hayden, was born April 20, 1889, in the Town of Franklin, daughter of the late John and Ellen Fenlon Hayden. She was married to William Rolland Nov. 8, 1916, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Lillian Rolland of Milwaukee and Howard and Grace Rolland of Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Arleen and Norbert Reedy of Denmark with whom she resided and Phyillis and Earl Kubale of South Bend, Ind.; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Jane Rolland of Reedsville; a sister, Miss Blanche Hayden of Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Thomas Hayden and Mrs. Charles Hayden of Manitowoc, 18 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Her husband, a son, Robert, two brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and Friday until the time of service. A parish vigil will be 7 p.m. Thursday followed by St. Ann Christian Mothers Rosary at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, May 14, 1980 P.3
JANE ROLLAND Mrs. Jane Rolland, 52, of 430 Manitowoc St., Reedsville, died late Monday afternoon, July 7, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:45 a.m. at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Rolland was born April 26, 1928, at Reedsville, daughter of the late Joseph and Carolyn Kirch Pollack. She was educated at Reedsville schools and graduated from Reedsville High School in 1946. She was married to Robert Rolland Sept. 6, 1947, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. He preceded her in death Jan. 4, 1973. Mrs. Rolland and her late husband organized their insurance business in 1958 at Reedsville which later became the Reedsville- Brillion Insurance Agency Inc. It presently is operated as Hometown Insurance Inc. She was past president of Reedsville Lioness Club, past president of St. Ann Christian Mothers, a member of Reedsville Athletic Association and Reedsville Alumni Association. She was also an avid bowler for many years. Survivors include three sons and a daughter-in-law, Michael and Joyce of Manitowoc, Mark of Reedsville, and Rodger of Appleton; a daughter, Roxanne at home; two sisters, Mrs. Lou Charles of Grimms and Mrs. Giles (Angie) Wiermann of Kewauskum; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Florence Pollack of Milwaukee and Mrs. Germaine Vondrachek of LaCrosse; two grandchilcren (private); nieces, nepehws, and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, a brother, John and a step brother, William Vondrachek. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. until the time of services. A parish wake service will be 7:30 p.m. Wednesday followed by a St. Ann Christian Mothers Rosary at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, July 8, 1980 P.3
ROBERT ROLLAND Robert Rolland, 51, of Reedsville, died Saturday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Norman Krutzik will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Rolland was born Dec. 22, 1921, in the Town of Franklin, son of the late William Rolland and Elizabeth Hayden Rolland. He was graduated from East DePere High School. He married Jane Pollack Sept. 6, 1947, at Reedsville. He served on the Reedsville Village Board for several years. He started in the insurance business in 1963 with the Modern Woodman of America Life Insurance Co. He organized his own insurance agency in 1958. In 1969, he incorporated the agency known as the Reedsville-Brillion Insurance Agency Inc., with Ronald Schultz of Brillion as his partner. Mr. Rolland was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Mary Catholic Church, Lifetime member of Reedsville-Wayside Sportsman's Club, Reedsville Lions Club, Reedsville Industrial Development, Reedsville Athletic Assn. and past member of Manitowoc County Life Underwriters. (Survivors omitted for privacy. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 o'clock this Monday afternoon. The Rosary will be recited at 6:30 o'clock by the Holy Name Society and Wake vigil will be at 8 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, Monday, January 8, 1973 ******* (22 Dec 1921/Jan 1973/SSDI)
WILLIAM ROLLAND William Rolland, 72, of Reedsville died Sunday morning at home after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. William Koutnik will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Rolland was born Dec. 25, 1889 in the Town of Franklin, son of the late Richard and Mary Rugan Rolland. He married Bessie Hayden Nov. 8, 1916, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove, and the couple farmed in the Town of Franklin until coming to Reedsville in March of 1948. He was a member of Holy Name Society of the church. Surviving are his wife; three sons, Richard of Milwaukee, Robert of Reedsville and Howard of Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. Norbert Reedy of Maribel and Mrs. Earl Kubale of South Bend, Ind.; a brother, Jerry of Clarks Mills and 17 grandchildren. Two sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 o�clock this Monday evening where the Rosary will be recited at 8 o�clock and at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 29, 1961 P. 11
JOSEPH ROLLMANN Joseph Rollmann, age 88, a Manitowoc resident, died early Saturday morning, July 31, 1993, at Willowdale Nursing Home, New Holstein, Wis. Funeral Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, August 3, 1993, at the St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow at the St. Mary's Cemetery, Reedsville. He was born February 20, 1905, in Chilton, son of the late Nicholas and Mary Rollmann. He married the former Rose Jerabeck, Novemeber (sic) 13, 1952, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The couple resided in Manitowoc after their marriage. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II from 1941-1943. Mr. Rollmann was employed at Manitowoc Equipment Works for many years until his retirement in 1970. He was a member of the Machinists Local No. 516, St. Mary's Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Rose Rollmann, Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law, Dolores and Allen C. Karbon, Manitowoc; one brother, John Rollmann, Fond du Lac; two sisters, Olive Dorn, Appalone Dorn, both of New Holstein; two grandchildren, David and Loretta Karbon; three great grandchildren, David, Amanda, Eleanor Karbon; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by three sisters, two brothers, five brothers-in-law and four sisters-in-law. Friends may call at the Church from 9 a.m. Tuesday, until the time of services. There will be no Monday evening visitation. The Pfeffer Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, August 2, 1993 P. A2
ROSE V. ROLLMANN Rose V. Rollmann, age 90, a resident of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, for the past two years, died early Friday morning, June 23, 1995, at Shady Lane Home. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, June 26, 1995, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. with burial to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Reedsville. She was born Janaury 31, 1905, in Reedsville, daughter of the late Joseph and Antoinette Hlavachek Jerabeck. She was married to Joseph R. Rollmann November 13, 1951, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc, with the couple residing here after marriage. Mr. Rollmann preceded her in death July 31, 1993. She was a member of the Manitowoc Senior Citizens. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Dolores and Allen C. Karbon, Manitowoc; two grandchildren, Loretta Karbon, David and his wife, Deborah Karbon; three great- grandchildren, David, Amanda and Eleanor Karbon; two sisters, Elizabeth O'Connor, Manitowoc, Agnes Miller, Reedsville; nieces, nepehws, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by 12 brothers and sisters. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. on Sunday where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. by Father Roman. "She was a courageous lady and will never be forgotten." Herald Times Reporter, June 23, 1995 P. A2
EUGENE A. SCHMIDT, JR. Eugene Allan Schmidt Jr., age 30, of 2105 1/2 N. Drew St., Appleton, died unexpectedly on Saturday, March 30, 2002. He was born on Nov. 6, 1971 in Manitowoc, son of Eugene and Kathy (Ryan) Schmidt. He worked for Brennan Fraiser Roofing of Appleton. Survivors include his parents, Eugene and Kathy Schmidt of Phillips; paternal grandparents, Eugene and Betty Schmidt, Reedsville; maternal grandmother, Margaret Gorzelitz, Manitowoc; a son, Trevor, Brillion; a daughter, Taylor Ann, Appleton; a sister, Michelle Schmidt, Wausau; a brother, Jeffrey (Betty Jo) Schmidt, Appleton; and special friend, Jenifer Reichgeld, Appleton. A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, April 2, at 4 p.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Tom Long will officiate. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call at the church, 613 Menasha St., Reedsville, on Tuesday from 1 p.m. until the time of service. The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, is assisting the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, April 1, 2002
GARY LEE SCHMIDT Brillion Boy Dies in Two-Car Crash CHILTON�Calumet County recorded its second fatality within a week and brought the total to six for 1969 when Gary Schmidt, 15, son of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Schmidt, Rt. 2, Brillion, died Monday evening at Calumet Memorial Hospital following a two car crash in which three other persons were injured. The accident occurred at 10:00 p.m. Monday a mile southeast of Brillion at the junction of two town roads, National Avenue and County Line. According to coroner Leroy Hughes, the cause of the accident is unknown and still under investigation. Because of the condition of the occupants of both cars police were unable to question them at the time. (paragraph not transcribe about other casualties) Schmidt died of severe head injuries and a fractured neck. He also suffered a broken left shoulder. According to the coroner none of the persons were thrown from their automobiles. Gary was born Jan. 31, 1954, in the Town of Rockland, son of Eugene and Betty Luedtke Schmidt. He was graduated from St. Mary Catholic School and would have been a freshman at Reedsville High School this fall. Funeral Thursday Survivors include his parents; four brothers (private), two sisters (private); the maternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Robert Luedtke, of Rt. 2, Brillion; and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Schmidt, of Maple Grove. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Thursday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 12, 1969 P. 1 ******** Funeral services for Gary Schmidt, 15, son of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Schmidt of Rt. 2, Brillion who died Monday evening following injuries received in a car accident, will be at 9:45 a.m. Thursday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 13, 1969 P. 21
CLARA SCHUH Mrs. Clara Schuh, 89, who resided with her daughter and son-in-law, Caroline and Adolph Dvorachek of 624 Mill St., Reedsville, died Monday morning, June 7, at the residence. Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Schuh was born Dec. 16, 1892, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late Adolph and Margaret Felber Ecker. She was married to Joseph Schuh, Jan. 21, 1918, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Casson Wis. He preceded her in death Dec. 20, 1963. Mrs. Schuh was a member of Gosz-Novak Auxiliary Post No. 199, St. Anne Christian Mothers Society, Reedsville Homemakers, and a former member of Catholic Knights of Wisconsin Branch 80. Survivors include four sons and three daughters-in-law, William and Josephine Schuh of Manitowoc, Ray and Eileen Schuh of Brillion, Frank and Rita Schuh of Plymouth, and Joseph Schuh of Brillion; three daughters and sons-in-law, Caroline and Adolph Dvorachek of Reedsville, Betty and Albert Stebani of Brillion, and Luciel and Lawrence Hauser of Appleton; 29 grandchildren and 49 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Louis, Feb. 28, 1968. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday where a parish vigil will be at 7:30 p.m., followed by a St. Anne Christian Mothers Rosary at 8 p.m., and a Gosz-Novak Auxiliary Post No. 199 service at 8:30. Herald Times Reporter, June 9, 1982 P. 3 ******* Notes from West Maple Grove: Clara, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Ecker and Joseph Schuh, son of Mr. and Mrs. S. Schuh, were married at the Holy Trinity Church at Kasson, Monday, Jan. 21st, Rev. Garthaus tying the nuptial knot. The bride was attended by her sister, Sophie, both wearing blue tailored suits. Geo. Schuh, brother of the groom, acted as best man. The groom has a farm rented where the young couple will make their future home. Only close relatives and a few friends attended. Those from out of town were Mrs. Kohlbeck and daughter, Kate of Marshfield, Geo. Schuh Sr., of Whitelaw, Frank and John Dienor of Taus and Joseph Trazler of Oshkosh. A wedding dance followed on Tuesday in the Auditorium at Brillion. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 31, 1918
EDWARD JOSEPH SCHUH Edward Joseph Schuh, 92, of Reedsville Manor, formerly of Rt. 2, Reedsville, died peacefully at the home of his daughter on Saturday morning, June 3, 1989. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Tuesday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. Nicholas Johannes will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Mr. Schuh was born December 25, 1896 in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Sebastian and Margaret Denor Schuh. He married Ottilia Miller on October 20, 1930 at Holy Trinity Catholic church, Kasson. She preceded him in death on October 7, 1982. He was a farmer and mason contractor until his retirement. Mr. Schuh was the last remaining member of his family. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Leon and Dianne Schuh of Reedsville, Edward and Theresa Schuh of Pine Ridge, South Dakota, Donald and Joyce Schuh of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin; seven daughters and sons-in-law, Irene and John Nenahlo, Germaine and William Hoyer, Florence and Norbert Braun of rural Brillion, Eleanore and Donald Brunig of Kissimmee, Florida, Corrine and Paul Staudinger and Alice and John Maney of rural Reedsville, Bernice and Kenneth Brochtrup of Reedsville; two daughters-in-law, Gloria Schuh of Brillion and Nancy Schuh of Reedsville; five brothers-in-law, Norbert, Phillip and Carl Miller of Brillion, Kosmos Miller of Janesville and Vincent Miller of Rockwood; seven sisters-in-law, Mrs. Marcella Fischer of Reedsville, Mrs. Raymond (Caroline) Lang, Mrs. William (Josephine) Schuh, Mrs. Simon (Gertrude) Sadowski of Manitowoc, Sister Cosmas Miller of West Point, Nebraska, Mrs. Robert (Marion) Hanagan of Appleton, Mrs. Clayton (Catherine) Baeten of Kaukauna; 16 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, two sons, Harland, December 20, 1987 and Kenneth, November 10, 1981, an infant daughter, 2 grandsons, 5 brothers and 4 sisters. Friends may call at Wieting Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, 4 pm to 9 pm Monday and on Tuesday from 8 am to 10 am when family rites will be held. Parish vigil at 7:30 pm Monday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., June 5, 1989 page B6
JOAN LYNN SCHUH (d. 1963) Joan Lynn Schuh, three-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schuh, Rt. 1 Reedsville died unexpectedly Sunday at home. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. She was born October, 30, 1959. Among survivors are the parents; a brother, and a sister (private); the paternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. John Schuh, of Rt. 2, Brillion, and the maternal grandmother, Mrs. Maline Delsart, of Rt. 2, Maple- wood. Two brothers preceded her in death. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 21, 1963
JOSEPH SCHUH Joseph Schuh, 79, of Rt. 2, Brillion, died Friday afternoon at home after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Monday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Schuh was born Jan. 28, 1884, in Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Sebastian and Margaret Denor Schuh. He married Clara Ecker at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Casco, Jan. 21, 1918. He farmed his entire life and also operated a threshing machine unit and sawmill. He was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin. Survivors are the wife; five sons, William of Manitowoc, Raymond, Louis and Joseph Jr. of Brillion, and Frank, of Plymouth, three daughters, Mrs. Adolph Dvorachek, of Reedsville, Mrs. Albert Stebane, of Kaukauna and Mrs. Lawrence Hauser, of Appleton; three brothers, George and John, of Brillion and Edward, of Reedsville; a sister, Mrs. Mary Denor of Waukegan, Ill., 32 grandchildren and a great grandchild. Two brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Two Rivers Reporter, December 21, 1963 P. M-11 ******* (28 Jan 1884/Dec 1963/SSDI) ******* Notes from West Maple Grove: Clara, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Ecker and Joseph Schuh, son of Mr. and Mrs. S. Schuh, were married at the Holy Trinity Church at Kasson, Monday, Jan. 21st, Rev. Garthaus tying the nuptial knot. The bride was attended by her sister, Sophie, both wearing blue tailored suits. Geo. Schuh, brother of the groom, acted as best man. The groom has a farm rented where the young couple will make their future home. Only close relatives and a few friends attended. Those from out of town were Mrs. Kohlbeck and daughter, Kate of Marshfield, Geo. Schuh Sr., of Whitelaw, Frank and John Dienor of Taus and Joseph Trazler of Oshkosh. A wedding dance followed on Tuesday in the Auditorium at Brillion. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 31, 1918
KENNETH SCHUH Kenneth K. Schuh, 32, of Route 2, Reedsville, died Tuesday morning, Nov. 10, at his residence, as a result of a farming accident. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home, Reedsville, and 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove. The Rev. David Pleier will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Mr. Schuh was born Jan. 29, 1949, at Manitowoc, son of Edward and Otttilia Miller Schuh. He was a graduate of St. Mary Grade School and Reedsville High School. He was a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He married Nancy Fischer July 27, 1974, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. Mr. Schuh was presently employed as a sheet metal worker and farmed in the Town of Maple Grove. Survivors include his wife, Nancy; a son, Gregory at home; three daughters, Tina, Sherry and Michelle at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Schuh; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Harland and Gloria of Brillion, Donald and Joyce of Sun Prairie, Edward and Theresa of Pine Ridge, S.D., and Leon at home; and seven sisters and brothers-in-law, Mrs. Ken (Bernice) Brochtrup of Reedsville, Mrs. John (Alice) Maney and Mrs. Paul (Corrine) Staudinger of rural Reedsville, Mrs. Donald A. (Eleanor) Brunig of Oshkosh, Mrs. Norbert (Florence) Braun of Brillion, Mrs. William (Germaine) Hoyer of rural Brillion, and Mrs. John (Irene) Nenahlo of Brillion. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Thursday where a parish vigil service will be at 8:15 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, November 11, 1981 P. 3
LOUIS SCHUH Louis Schuh of Reedsville was found dead in his auto at Brillion Friday morning. He worked for Brillion Iron Works at Brillion. Funeral arrangements will be announced Saturday by the Reedsville Funeral Home. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 28, 1969 P. 7 ********* Funeral services for Louis Schuh, 39, of Reedsville, who died Friday at Brillion, will be at 9:15 a.m. Monday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Schuh was born March 22, 1929, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Joseph Schuh and Mrs. Clara Ecker Schuh. He worked for Wilmer Struebing at Brillion. Survivors include the mother who lives at Reedsville, three sisters, four brothers (names omitted for privacy). Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Sunday where at 7:30 p.m. the Rosary will be recited. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 1, 1969 P. 3
OTTILIA MARY SCHUH Mrs. Edward (Ottilia) Schuh, 72, of Route 2, Reedsville, died Thursday evening, October 7, at Holy Family Hosptial, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Monday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Schuh, nee Ottilia Miller, was born June 7, 1910, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late Kosmas and Caroline Pritzl Miller. She was married to Edward Schuh Oct. 20, 1930, at Holy Tinity Catholic Church, Kasson. She was a member of St. Ann Christian Mothers Society. Survivors include her husband, four sons and three daughters-in-law, Harland and Gloria of Brillion, Donald and Joyce of Sun Prairie, Edward and Theresa of Pine Ridge, S.D., and Leon of Reedsville; seven daughters, Bernice and Kenneth Brochtrup of Reedsville, Alice and John Maney and Corrine and Paul Staudinger of Clarks Mills, Eleanore and Donald Brunig of Kissimmee, Fla., and Florence and Norbert Braun, Germaine and William Hoyer and Irene and John Nenahlo of Rural Brillion; a daughter- in-law, Mrs. Nancy Schuh of Route 2, Reedsville; six brothers, Lawrence Miller of Reedsville, Norbert, Phillip and Carl Miller of Brillion, Kosmas Miller of Janesville and Vincent Miller of Rockwood; seven sisters, Mrs. Alex (Marcella) Fischer of Reedsville, Mrs. Raymond (Caroline) Lang, Mrs. William (Josephine) Schuh and Mrs. Simon (Gertrude) Sodaowski of Manitowoc, Sister Cosmas Miller of New Berlin, Mrs. Robert (Marion) Hanagan of Appleton and Mrs. Clayton (Catherine) Baeten of Kaukauna; 57 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. A son, Kenneth, preceded her in death Nov. 10, 1961. An infant daughter and a sister also preceded her in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. A parish vigil service will be at 7:30 p.m. followed at 8 p.m. by St. Ann Christian Mothers Rosary. Herald Times Reporter, October 8, 1982 P. 3
RONALD SCHUH Ronald Schuh, 7, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schuh, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Ronald was born Oct. 14, 1953, at Reedsville, where he attended St. Mary Catholic Elementary School. Besides his parents, he is survived by a brother, two sisters (private), his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Schuh, of Rt. 2, Brillion, and his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Delsart, of Maple- wood, Door County. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 15, 1961 P. 17
RUSSELL SCHUH Russell Schuh, two year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schuh of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died Saturday at St. Vincents Hospital, Green Bay, following a brief illness. His mother is the former Lillian Delshart of Maplewood. Funeral �(illegible)�at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Russell Schuh was born July 8, 1955. Survivors include the parents, two brothers (private), the maternal grand- parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Delshart of Maplewood, Wis.; and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Schuh of Rt. 2, Brillion. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 31, 1957 P. 9
RUTH A. SCHUH Ruth Agnes Schuh, age 75, of Reedsville, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 26, 1996, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. Ronald Guillette will officiate with burial in the parish cemetery. She was born February 12, 1920, in the Town of Cato, daughter of the late Ralph and Agnes Dank Schuh. Ruth worked for Dr. Leering in Reedsville and also Lake Mills, Wis. She was a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville and St. Anns Altar Society. Survivors include two brothers and sisters-in-law, Bernard and Mary Schuh, Ralph and Kathy Schuh, all of Stevens Point; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Leona Reinke and one brother, Eugene Schuh. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, on Friday from 9 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. when family rites will be held. Herald Times Reporter, January 24, 1996 P. A2
JOHN SELJAN John M. Seljan, 60, former resident of Brillion, died at his Reedsville home Thursday morning following a lingering illness. Mr. Seljan was born in 1890 in Austria and came to this country in 1907. He moved to Wisconsin in 1926 and lived 12 years at Brillion before moving one year ago to Reedsville. He married the former Miss Louise Remus in 1910, and was field manager of the Menominee Sugar company, Green Bay, 22 years. Funeral services will be held at 9:15 a.m. Monday at the Reedsville funeral home, Reedsville, and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary�s Catholic church, Reedsville, Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Survivors are his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Alfred Kinast and Miss Millie, both of New Holstein, and Miss Jenny at home, five sons, Rudy of Brillion, Emil and Frank, both of Cleveland, O., John of Los Angeles, Calif., and Joseph with the armed forces, 11 grandchildren. Friends may call at the Reedsville funeral home from Saturday afternoon until the time of services. The rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 14, 1951 P. 2
LOUISE SELJAN Mrs. John (Louise) Seljan, 78, of 116 Schley St., Brillion, died Wednesday at home following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Wieting Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Leonard Woelfel will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Mrs. Seljan, nee Louise Ramous, was born June 10, 1892, in Bristanica, Yugoslavia, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Ramous. She came to the United States in 1909. She was married to John Seljan Sept. 11, 1910, at Chicago. Mrs. Seljan was a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion, and the Christian Mothers Society. She had been employed as a cook at Reedsville High School and also at Rudy�s Lunch in Brillion. Her husband preceded her in death in 1951. Survivors include five sons, Rudolph of Rudy�s Lunch, Brillion, Emil, John and Joseph of California and Frank of Ohio; three daughters, Mrs. Alfred (Sylvia) Kinast of New Holstein, Mrs. Adrian (Millie) Tlachac and Mrs. Edward (Jenny) Cordisco of Carson City, Nev.; two sisters, Mrs. Anna Krasobec of Chicago and Miss Frances Ramous of Yugoslavia; 27 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Two sisters and a brother preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where a Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 1, 1970 P. 19
GEORGE J. SHAMBUREK George Shamburek, 75, of 331 Mill Street, Reedsville, died Sunday, February 23, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc, after a long illness. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Tuesday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, preceded by family rites at 10 am at Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville. Rev. John Becker will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Mr. Shamburek was born April 16, 1910 in the Town of Franklin, son of the late John and Clara Meidl Schamburek. He married Mary Novachek on October 4, 1941 at Kellnersville. He was foreman at Chicago Northwestern Railroad for 37 years. Mr. Shamburek was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. He was also a member of the Railroad Brotherhood Union. Survivors include his wife, Mary; two sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald and Peggy Shamburek of Brillion and George and Betty Shamburek of Reedsville; a daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Larry Zahorik of Reedsville; a brother and sister-in- law, Ray and Marion Schamburek; eight sisters, Mrs. Loretta Ebert, Mrs. Joseph (Clara) Franz, Mrs. Leo (Georgeanna) Kroll of Manitowoc, Mrs. Robert (Elsie) Bennington and Mrs. Norbert (Anna) Schmetzler of Whitelaw, Mrs. William (Florence) Fritsch of Cato, Mrs. Charles (Leonis) Typner of Pamonia, California, and Mrs. Leroy (Theresa) Kohlbeck of Appleton and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters and a brother. Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, after 4 pm Monday and until the time of services on Tuesday. Prayer service 7 pm Monday evening at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Feb. 24, 1986 page 3
MARY L. SHAMBUREK Mary Shamburek, age 88, of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, formerly of Reedsville, died Wednesday, December 9, 1998, at the center. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:45 a.m. Saturday, December 12, 1998, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. Tom Long will officiate with burial in the parish cemetery. She was born on June 24, 1910, in the town of Franklin, daughter of the late Wencil and Mary (Schuber) Novachek. On October 4, 1941, she married George Shamburek Sr. in Kellnersville. She worked at Chilton Metal Products and was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, an honorary member of the Christian Mothers. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, George and Betty Shamburek, Reedsville, Ronald and Peggy Shamburek, Brillion; one daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Larry Zahorick, Reedsville; five grandchildren, Jacqueline (Denis) Frederickson, Andrew (Lisa) Shamburek, Rebecca Shamburek, Brad Shimek, Brenda Shimek; three great grandchildren, Megan and Drew Fredrickson, and Andrea Shamburek; one sister, Clara Schmidt, Manitowoc; one brother, William Novachek Sr., Kellnersville; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband on February 23, 1986; one sister and one brother. Friends may call at the Wieting Fruneral Home, Reedsville, from 4-8 p.m. Friday and on Saturday from 10-11:30 a.m. when Family Rites will be held. There will be a parish vigil at 7 p.m. Friday. Herald Times Reporter, December 10, 1998 p.A2
RAYMOND SHEAHAN Raymond Sheahan, age 58, of 18028 W. Goodwin Road, Reedsville, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, November 17, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. on Friday, November 20, 1992, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Concelebrates will be Rev. Nicholas Johannes and Rev. John Becker with burial in the Parish cemetery. He was born September 29, 1934, in the Town of Franklin, son of the late Edward J. Sheahan Sr. and Elizabeth O'Niel Sheahan. He was married to Janice Reis on September 5, 1959, in Whitelaw. Mr. Sheahan served in the U.S. Army Infantry from 1957 to 1961. He then worked as a tool and die maker at the Ariens Company in Brillion for 32 years. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, an usher in the Church, and he was a lifetime member of the AmVets Post 1032, Reedsville. Survivors include his wife, Janice; two daughters and one son-in-law, Linda Sheahan, at home, Lois and Mark Spatchek, Brillion; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Sharon Sheahan, Cleveland, Ohio, Robert and Brenda Sheahan, Chilton, Randal Sheahan, Seattle, Wash., Timothy and Joan Sheahan, Reedsville; six grandchildren; a sister and brother-in-law, Ruth and Donald Remiker, Manitowoc; two brothers and sisters-in-law, William and Doris Sheahan, Whitelaw, Edward and Lenora Sheahan, Manitowoc. He was preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-law, Arleen and John Rathsack. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4 until 9 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 1992, and on Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 10 a.m. when family rites will be held. There will be a parish vigil at 8:15 Thursday evening. Herald Times Reporter, November 18, 1992 P. A2
ALBERT SHIMEK Albert Shimek, 85, of Reedsville, died Saturday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. A con-celebrated Mass will be held with the Rev. John Neuser the celebrant. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Military graveside rites will be accorded Mr. Shimek by Gosz-Novak American Legion Post No. 199 of Reedsville. Mr. Shimek was born July 29, 1889, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Albert and Katherina Micha Shimek. He was a veteran of World War I. He married Mary Stradal Jan. 13, 1920, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. His wife preceded him in death in August of 1974. He had been employed at BIW of Brillion, retiring in 1955. Survivors include four sons, (private); five daughters, (private); 44 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren. An infant son, four brothers, two sisters, and two granddaughters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 3 to 9 o�clock this Monday afternoon. The Rosary will be recited there at 3 o�clock and 8 o�clock. Herald Times Reporter, Monday, September 16, 1974 P. 18
JOE S. SHIMEK Joseph Shimek, 54, postmaster at Reedsville, died unexpectedly Sunday morning at home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Karl Buresh will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Military graveside services will be accorded Mr. Shimek by American Legion Gosz- Novak Post No. 199 of Reedsville. Mr. Shimek was born March 2, 1920, at Reedsville, son of the late Steven Shimek and Mary Hlavachek Shimek. He was a veteran of World War II. He married Jan Mullins Aug. 4, 1951, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was a major in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, a D.N.R. hunting safety instructor and a Boy Scout leader. He was a member of Rural Letter Carriers, American Legion, Civil Air Patrol, Manitowoc County Fish and Game Protective Assn., Reed-Way Sportsmans Club, Rockea Sportsmans Club, Wisconsin Conservation Congress, Reedsville Athletic Assn. and Reedsville Lions Club, St. Mary Holy Name Society and past officer and the former secretary of St. Mary�s parish. Survivors include his wife; two sons; three daughters, at home (names omitted for privacy); his mother of Reedsville; and a sister (name omitted). A brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 o�clock this Monday afternoon where a wake service will be held at 8 o�clock. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, October 14, 1974 P. 3
MARY SHIMEK (d. 1974) Mrs. Albert Shimek, 74, Reedsville, died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. The former Mary Stradal was born March 28, 1909 at Riefs Mills, the daughter of the late Peter and Mary Haas Stradal. She married Albert Shimek in 1920. Survivors include her husband, sons, Milton, Brillion; the Rev. Andrew C.S.C., Korea; Paul, Cato; Henry, Reedsville; daughter, Mrs. Joel (Mary) Thompson, Valders; Mrs. Lester (Sylvia) Zipperer; Mrs. Paul (Kathryn) Braun, Cato; Mrs. Harold (Mabel) Bodart, Reedsville; Mrs. Michael (Dorothy) Oneil, Valders; brother, Joe Stradel, Kellnersville; sister, Mrs. Emily Moran, Milwaukee; 44 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. A son and two granddaughters preceded her in death. Funeral services were held Saturday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Burial was in the church cemetery. Denmark Press, Thurs., Aug. 29, 1974 ******* (28 Mar 1900/Aug 1974/SSDI)
MARY SHIMEK (d. 1978) Mrs. Mary Shimek, 85, formerly of 639 Menasha St., Reedsville died Sunday in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in Reedsville Funeral Home and 10 a.m. in St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Shimek, nee Mary Hlavachek, was born Jan. 2, 1893 in Reedsville, daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Oswald Hlavachek. She attended Reedsville High School and was married to Steve Shimek June 6, 1916 in Reedsville. She was a charter member of St. Mary Christian Mothers Altar Society. Mr. Shimek preceded her in death Nov. 14, 1936. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Angeline) Schuh of Chilton; a daughter- in-law, Mrs. Janice Shimek of Reedsville; a sister, Mrs. Rose Polak of Manitowoc; two half-brothers, the Rev. Joseph Hlavachek of Detroit, Mich., and George Hlavachek of Albany, Wisconsin; a half-sister, Mrs. Frank Bucik of Jackson, Mich. and eight grandchildren. Two sons and four brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call in Reedsville Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday where the Christian Mothers Altar Society will recite the Rosary at 7 p.m. and Father Schneider will conduct a bible vigil service at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times � Monday, Jan. 30, 1978 � page 3
******** Reedsville News Items Gleanings from the Reedsville Reporter Shimek - Hlavachek June added another bridal scene to its list when at St. Mary's Catholic Church Tuesday morning at ten o'clock, Miss Mary Hlavachek, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Hlavachek became the bride of Stephen S. Shimek, Rev. T. Kolar performing the marriage ceremony and celebrating the nuptial High Mass. The bride was becomingly gowned in an embroidered net overdress with a silk foundation, wore an attractively arranged bridal veil and carried a shower bouquet of white roses. Miss Rosie Hlavachek, a sister and Miss Emma Novy, a cousin, were the bridesmaids and wore white voile dresses and pink roses in their hair. The grooms attendants were Stephen Foreyt and ? Spatchek. After the bridal ceremony a wedding reception was held at the home of the brides parents where the guests were sumptuously dined and treated to the very best of refreshments. More than seventy families were invited to the wedding and none were disappointed for everything possible was done to make the day a pleasant and happy one. Both bride and groom are well known and popular young people, the bride being esteemed for her gentle ladylike disposition and true Christian spirit. The groom has been a resident of Reedsville all his life and owns his own home here to which he will bring his bride. He is engaged in the trade of painter and decorator and possesses the qualities that tend to make a happy home. The best wishes of a host of friends are extended to the young people by their numerous friends and relatives. Brillion News - Fri., June 9, 1916
******** (02 Jan 1893/Jan 1978/SSDI)RITA SHIMEK Mrs. Roland (Rita) Shimek, 47, of Collins, died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10:15 a.m. Monday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Carl Buresh will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Shimek, nee Rita Noworatzky, was born June 22, 1927, in the Town of Meeme, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Noworatzky. She was married to Roland Shimek April 4, 1945, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, School Hill. Survivors include her husband, two sons, at home, four daughters, her parents of School Hill, three brothers, a sister and six grandchildren (names omitted for privacy). Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday where a wake service will be held at 8 p.m. by Father Buresh. Herald Times Reporter, Friday, January 24, 1975 P. 2 ******** (23 Jun 1927/Jan 1975/SSDI)
ROLAND J. SHIMEK Roland J. Shimek Sr., age 79, of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, former (sic) of Collins, died on Sunday, April 11, 1999, at the Center. Funeral Mass will be held at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 14, 1999, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. Tom Long officiating, burial will be in the Parish Cemetery. He was born on February 23, 1920, in Kewaunee Cty., son of the late John and Anna Shimek. On April 4, 1945, he married Rita Noworatzky at School Hill. Mr. Shimek worked for A.A. Laun Co., Kiel. He later owned and operated Rolies Seldom Inn in Collins. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, former member of the Collins Fire Dept. Survivors include four daughters, Ruby (Roger) Koeller, Milwaukee, Rozann (Dave) Nitze, Sheboygan, Romaine (William) Conner, Eden and Ruth Shimek, Manitowoc; two sons, Roland Jr. (Pat) Shimek, Valders, Randy (Laura) Shimek, Sheboygan; 16 grand- children; two step-grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Vivian Nelson, Denmark, and Marcella Mellon, Luxemburg; and many other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his wife, on January 23, 1975; one son-in- law, Bob Caves; and one sister, Eleanor Gosz. Friends may call at the church on Wednesday, April 14, 1999, from 2 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, is assisting the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, April 13, 1999 P. A2
BARBARA SHIMON Barbara Shimon, 90, of Brookfield, and formerly of Reedsville, died Saturday, February 6. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Shimon, nee Barbara Burich, was born Oct. 28, 1891, in the Town of Rockland. She lived at Reedsville most of her life, where her late husband, Edward J. Shimon, was funeral director at Reedsville Funeral Home. He preceded her in death in 1975. When her son, Edward J. Shimon, died in 1976, she moved to Brookfield to reside with her son, Steven. Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Steven E. and Harriet Shimon of Brookfield and Norbert E. Shimon of New Holstein; a daughter-in-law, June Shimon of Reedsvile, 12 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Two brothers and three sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at St. Mary Church from 9:30 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service. Gosz-Novak American Legion Auxiliary Post 199 of Reedsville will have a prayer service at 12:45 p.m. and Christian Mothers and St. Ann Altar Society will recite the Rosary at 1 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 8, 1982 P. 3 ******** Marriage of Edward/Barbara Shimon Reedsville Items: At the St. Mary's Church at 10 am Tuesday morning, Edward Shimon and Barbara Burich, both of this city were united in matrimony, Rev. Kolar officiating. The bride wore a dress of white brocaded messaline with the usual bridal veil and wreath and carried a bouquet of pink roses. They were attended by the Misses Rose Hlavachek, Mary Shimon, Rose Hlavacheck and Mary Jerabek. The groom was attended by Frank Jerabek, Jos. Burich, Joe Burich and Chas. Burich. After the ceremony the bridal party repaired to the home of the groom where the wedding dinner was served. The young couple are well known in this vicinity and have the Goodspeed of many friends on their voyage through life. Brillionn News, Fri., Jan. 23, 1904
EDWARD SHIMON (d. 1975) Edward J. Shimon, 82, of Reedsville, died Sunday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Thursday at Reedsville Funeral Home, and 10:30 am. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Carl Buresh will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Shimon was born June 22, 1892 at Reedsville, son of the late Wencil and Anna Hlavachek Shimon. He married Barbara Burich Jan. 20, 1914, at St. Mary Church, Reedsville. He was a funeral director at Reedsville for 59 years. He was a charter member of Reedsville Lions Club and a member of Holy Name Society of St. Mary Parish. Mr. and Mrs. Shimon celebrated 60 years of marriage in 1974. Survivors include his wife, three sons, Steve of Brookfield, and Edward and Norbert, of New Holstein; a brother, Wencil, of Oak Park, Ill.; a sister, Mrs. Lucille O�Connell, of Manitowoc; 12 grandchildren and three great grand- children. Three brothers and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. by the Holy Name Society and a prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. by Father Buresh. Herald Times Reporter, Monday, January 6, 1975 P. 3 ******* Marriage of Edward/Barbara Shimon Reedsville Items: At the St. Mary's Church at 10 am Tuesday morning, Edward Shimon and Barbara Burich, both of this city were united in matrimony, Rev. Kolar officiating. The bride wore a dress of white brocaded messaline with the usual bridal veil and wreath and carried a bouquet of pink roses. They were attended by the Misses Rose Hlavachek, Mary Shimon, Rose Hlavacheck and Mary Jerabek. The groom was attended by Frank Jerabek, Jos. Burich, Joe Burich and Chas. Burich. After the ceremony the bridal party repaired to the home of the groom where the wedding dinner was served. The young couple are well known in this vicinity and have the Goodspeed of many friends on their voyage through life. Brillionn News, Fri., Jan. 23, 1904
EDWARD SHIMON (d. 1976) Atty. Edward Shimon, 48, of Reedsville, died Thursday morning at Memorial Hospital, Chilton, following an automobile accident. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Karl Buresh will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Military graveside rites will be accorded Mr. Shimon by member of the American Legion Post 124 of New Holstein. Mr. Shimon was born Feb. 8, 1928, at Reedsville, son of Edward and Barbara Burich Shimon Sr. He was graduated from Northwestern University, Evanston, Ill., and University of Wisconsin Law School, Madison. He had been supervisor of the Appleton office of the State of Wisconsin Department of Industry Labor and Human Relations, director and Legal counsel for Badger Boys State, former staff office of Boys Nation, Washington, D.C., member of Holy Name Society of Holy Rosary Church of New Holstein, all-state basketball player on the 1946 Reedsville High School championship basketball team. He married June Ciha Oct. 5, 1963 at Manitowoc. Survivors include his wife of Reedsville, three sons and a daughter, at home, his mother, Mrs. Barbara Shimon, of Reedsville and two brothers (names omitted for privacy). Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday. There will be a wake service at 8:15 p.m. by Father Buresh. Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, November 4, 1976 P. 3
GARY C. SHIMON Gary Shimon of Milwaukee, formerly of New Holstein went home to the waiting arms of his Lord and Savior Monday October 23, 2006 while on business in Dusseldorf, Germany. He was 52 years old. He was born August 12, 1954 in Manitowoc to Norbert and Irene (neeVondrachek) Shimon. Gary graduated from Holy Rosary Grade School and New Holstein High School in 1972. He entered General Motors Institute in Flint, MI and graduated as an engineer. He was currently an engineer with Strattec in Milwaukee. He previously was employed by General Motors and General Electric. He was actively involved with the music ministry at Eastbrook Church. He was a very generous and giving friend to many. Gary is survived by his father Norbert Shimon of New Holstein; two brothers, Tom (Lynn) Shimon of Sheboygan and William (Sue) Shimon of Appleton; his nieces and nephews Heather (Brian) Turany, Keith (Jennifer), Laurie (Tim) Quernemoen and Jonathan Shimon; his uncle Stephen (Harriet) Shimon of Hartford; and his aunts June Shimon of Reedsville, Lelah Vondrachek of Burlington, and Betty Vondrachek of Two Rivers. He is further survived by cousins and many many friends who loved him as a brother. He was preceded in death by his mother, Irene and uncles, Edward Shimon, Wally Vondrachek and Charles Vondrachek. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2006 at 12 noon at Eastbrook Church, 5353 N. Green Bay Ave., Milwaukee. Visitation at the church will be on Saturday from 9 � 11:30 a.m. with a fellowship luncheon to follow the service. Interment will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Reedsville on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2006. Memorials to Eastbrook Church c/o Yucatan Ministry Team, World Vision or Gideon's International are appreciated. (262) 673-9500. Newspaper not cited.
IRENE SHIMON Mrs Norbert Shimon, 58, of New Holstein, died at her home. The former Irene M Vondrachek was born Feb 2, 1921 in Valley City, ND, a daughter of Emil and Ann Nichols Vondracheck. On April 24, 1948 she was married to Norbert Shimon at Reedsville. She worked with her husband in the Shimon Carpet Shop at New Holstein for many years. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, New Holstein. Survivors ar her husband, three sons, Thomas of Sheboygan, William of Appleton, Gary of Flint, MI, two grandchildren, her parents of Reedsville and two brothers Wallace Vondrachek of Burlington, and Charles of Two Rivers. Burial in St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. (No newspaper or date cited) ******** Mrs. Irene M. Shimon, 58, of 1929 Wisconsin Ave., New Holstein, died unexpectedly Saturday morning in her home of an apparent heart attack Funeral services are tentatively scheduled for Tuesday in Holy Rosary Catholic Church, New Holstein. The Rev. Ralph Hermsen will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Mrs. Shimon was born Feb. 2, 1921, in valley City, North Dakota, daughter of Emil and Ann Nichols Vondrachek. She was married to Norbert Shimon April 24, 1948, in Reedsville. She worked with her husband in Shimon Carpet Shop in New Holstein for many years. Mrs. Shimon was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, New Holstein. She was a member of Christian Mothers, Daughters of Isabella and the New Holstein American Legion Auxiliary. Survivors include her husband, Norbert; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Vondrachek of Reedsville; three sons, Thomas of Sheboygan, Bill of Appleton, and Gary of Flint, Mich.; two brothers, Wallace of Burlington, Wis., and Charles of Two Rivers; and two grandchildren. Friends may call in Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, after 4 p.m. Monday and Tuesday until the time of services. The Christian Mothers will conduct a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Monday. A parish prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, February 25, 1979 P. 3
NORBERT EDWARD SHIMON Norbert E. Shimon, age 84, beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend, was born to eternal life on Monday, Oct. 22, 2007. Norbert was born on April 17, 1923, in Reedsville to Edward and Barbara (nee Burich) Shimon. He graduated from Reedsville High School and trained as a machinist in Manitowoc. During World War II, Norbert served as a motor machinist on an LST. Following delivery of troops to Normandy and the Pacific invasion preparation, his LST returned enemy troops from various Pacific islands, to China and Japan. In 1948, he married Irene Vondrachek. Together, they operated Shimon Flooring, in New Holstein. Norbert installed floors until he was 80 years old. He was also actively involved in bowling, putting 15 strikes together at the age of 79. Norbert also enjoyed the summertime activity of pitching horseshoes with his friends. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) He was preceded in death by his parents: Edward and Barbara Shimon; his wife: Irene; his sons: Thomas and Gary; and his brother: Edward. Mass of Christian Burial for Norbert will be celebrated on Friday, Oct. 26, 2007, at noon at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 1724 Madison St., New Holstein. Visitation will be held on Friday, Oct. 26, 2007, from 9 a.m. to noon at the church. A luncheon will be served after the Mass. Interment will be held at 2:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Cemetery in Reedsville. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Gideon's International, or the charity of the donor's choice are appreciated. Shimon Funeral Home is assisting the family. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 24, 2007
ADA C. SLOMA Sloma, Ada C. Formerly of Brillion Age 82, died on Friday, November 8, 2002 at St. Paul Home, Kaukauna. She was born July 20, 1920 in the Town of Center, Outagamie County, daughter of the late Louis and Emma (Rehfeldt) Hahn. She married Victor Sloma on October 12, 1940 in Denmark. Ada enjoyed playing bingo, sheepshead and trips to the casino. She was a member of Holy Family Parish, Brillion and the Christian Mothers. Survivors include a daughter, Patricia Ann Schuh, Brillion; three sons and daughters- in-law: Gerald and Sarah, Brillion; James and Shelby, Sheboygan Falls,; John and Carol, Reedsville; 18 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; one sister, Florence Winkler, Brillion, four brothers: Harold Hahn, Massachusetts; Wayne Nitzband, Oklahoma; Rodney (Helen) Nitzband, Texas; DelRoy (Marge)Nitzband, Appleton; three sisters-in-law: Mary Hahn and Myrtle Hahn, both of Appleton; and Rita Chartier, California; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Anthony Schuh, five brothers: Carlton, Howard, Elmer, Willis and Robert, and three sisters: Dorothy Jarchow, Edna Stammer, and Loretta Seekamp; and her step father, William Nitzband. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, November 12 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Reverend Willard VandeLoo will officiate. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion on Monday, from 4-8 p.m. and at the church on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the time of mass. The Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. The family extends a sincere thanks to the entire staff at St. Paul Home, especially the caregivers on Magnolia Way, and Dr. Brian Scott and his staff. Manitowoc Herald Times Monday, November 11, 2002 pg. A3
VICTOR F. SLOMA Victor F. (Vic) Sloma, 72, of Rief Mills Rd., Brillion, loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed to his eternal reward, Sunday, June 24, 1990, at home, with his family present at his bedside. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m., June 27, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Father Nicholas Johannes and Deacon Don Schneider will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Reedsville. He was born February 2, 1918, in New Denmark, son of the late Anton and Theadosia Przybylski Solma. He married Ada Hahn, October 12, 1940, in Denmark. He and his wife farmed in various locations in Brown County before he was employed by Brillion Iron Works. He retired in 1981 after 27 years of service. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. He was an avid gardener and woodworker. Survivors include his wife, Ada, a daughter, Patricia Ann Schuh of Brillion; three sons and daughters-in-law, Gerald and Sara of Brillion, James and Shelby of Sheboygan Falls, John and Carol of Reedsville; 17 grandchildren; four great grand- children; two sisters, Cecelia Rosek of Denmark, Josephine Moll of Oak Park, Illinois; nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by a son-in-law, two sisters and five brothers. Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Wednesday when family rites will be held. Prayer service will be 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Funeral Home. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, June 1990
DELIA SPATCHEK Mrs. Joseph (Delia) Spatchek, 82, formerly of Reedsville, died Sunday morning, January 2, at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Schneider will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Spatchek, nee Delia Kleiber, was born July 3, 1900 (sic), in the Town Maple Grove, daughter of the late John and Frances Miller Kleiber. She was married to Joseph Spatchek May 31, 1921, at Kasson. She was a member of St. Ann Christian Mothers Society. Survivors include her husband, four sons and three daughters-in-law, Harold and Clara Spatchek of Brillion, Elmer Spatchek of Reedsville and Rolland and Ruth Spatchek and Edwin and Angeline Spatchek of Route 2, Brillion, four daughters and sons-in-law, Josetta and Joe Brey of Manitowoc, Elaine and Alfred Nienhaus of Francis Creek, Cecilia and Edward Spurney of Manitowoc and Mary Ann and Ed Keller of Green Bay; a brother and sister-in-law, Ernst and Margaret Kleiber of Brillion; a sister, Mrs. Rose Brey of Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Marigen Kleiber and Mrs. Mary Kleiber of Manitowoc, 44 grandchildren and 48 great grandchildren. Three brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday until the time of service. A parish vigil service will be 7:30 p.m. Tuesday followed by the St. Ann Christian Mothers Rosary service at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, January 3, 1983 P. 3
ELMER SPATCHEK He was born Aug. 8, 1924 in the town of Maple Grove, son of the late Joseph and Delia (Kleiber) Spatchek. Elmer was a 1942 graduate of Brillion High School and was self-employed as a semi truck driver until his retirement in 1988. He was a member of Holy Family Parish in Brillion and enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and being Up North. Elmer is survived by two brothers and sisters-in-law: Rolland (Ruth) Spatchek of Reedsville; and Ed (Angie) Spatchek of Brillion; three sisters and brothers-in-law: Josetta (Joe) Brey of Manitowoc; Elaine Nienhaus of Francis Creek; Cecelia (Edward) Spurney of Manitowoc; one brother-in-law: Ed Keller of Connecticut; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by a brother and sister-in-law: Harold and Clara Spatchek; a sister: Mary Ann Keller; and his brother-in-law: Ellsworth Nienhaus. (No newspaper or date cited)
ELROY J. SPATCHEK Elroy J. Spatchek, 53, of Reedsville, died Wednesday at University of Wisconsin Hospital, Madison. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Hoome and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Carl Buresh will officiate with burial in the church cemetery with military graveside rites by the American Legion Post of Reedsville. Mr. Spatchek was born Oct. 25, 1922, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of Steve and Josephine Betke Spatchek. He was a veteran of World War II and married Marcella Olp Feb. 18, 1948, at Manitowoc. Mr. Spatchek was a member of Reedsville American Legion Post and was employed at Brillion Iron Works. Survivors include his wife, Marcella, four daughters, Mrs. Ronald (Sandra) Buboltz, Mrs. Glen (Susan) Boettcher and Mrs. Norbert (Debra) Miller Jr. of Brillion and Mrs. William (Diane) Foytik, of Manitowoc; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Spatchek, of Reedsville; three brothers, Arnold and Marvin, of Manitowoc and Raymond, of Reedsville; a sister, Mrs. Lem (LaVerne) Behnke, of Manitowoc and five grand- children. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, where a wake service will be at 8:15 p.m. by Father Buresh. Herald Times Reporter, September 2, 1976 P. 20
JOSEPH SPATCHEK Joseph Spatchek, 93, a former Reedsville resident, died Friday afternoon, May 11, at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, preceded by brief family rites at 10:15 from the Reedsville Funeral Home. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. John J. Becker with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Mr. Spatchek was born September 26, 1890, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late John and Katherine Foreyt Spatchek. Mr. Spatchek farmed in the Town of Maple Grove until retirement in 1958. He married the former Delia Kleiber on May 31, 1921, at Kasson. She preceded him in death January 2, 1983. Survivors include four sons and three daughters-in-law, Harold and Clara of Brillion; Elmer of Minoqua; Rolland and Ruth of Route 2 Brillion and Edwin and Angeline of Route 2 Brillion; four daughters and sons-in-law, Josetta and Joe Brey of Manitowoc, Elaine and Ellsworth Nienhaus of Francis Creek, Cecilia and Edward Spurney of Manitowoc and Mary Ann and Edward Keller of Green Bay; a brother, Steve Spatchek of Reedsville; a sister, Mrs. Frances Hajek of Maryland; 44 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers and four sisters. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, Reedsville from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday evening. A parish vigil service will be held at 7:30 p.m. followed by 8:00 p.m. by the Holy Name Society Rosary. Herald Times Reporter, May 12, 1984 P. 3
JOSEPHINE SPATCHEK Mrs. Steve (Josephine) Spatchek, 85, of Reedsville, died Tuesday afternoon, June 7, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Donald Schneider and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Spatchek, was born March 27, 1898, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late Peter and Catherine Pieschel Bethke. She was married to Steve Spatchek Sept. 9, 1918. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1968. Mrs. Spatchek was a member of St. Ann Christian Mothers Society. Survivors include her husband, Steve, two sons and a daughter-in-law, Arnold and Lorraine Spatchek and Marvin Spatchek and a daughter and son-in-law, LaVerne and Lem Behnke of Manitowoc; two daughters-in-law, Mrs. Tillie Spatchek and Mrs. Marcy Spatchek of Reedsville, nine grandchidlren and 13 great grandchildren. Two sons, Elroy and Raymond, a granddaughter, Marion, four brothers and a sister preceded her in death. Friends may call aat Reedsville Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday. A parish vigil will be at 7:30 p.m. and the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. by St. Ann Christian Mothers Society. Herald Times Reporter, June 8, 1983 P. 3
MARION SPATCHEK Marian Spatchek, 20 months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Spatchek of Reedsville, died Monday at her parents� home following an illness of two weeks. She was born Oct. 13, 1949. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Friday at the Reedsville funeral home, Reedsville, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic church, Reedsville, with burial in the church cemetery. Survivors are the parents; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Spatchek, and maternal grandfather, Henry Maas, all of Reedsville. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 p.m. Wednesday until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 5, 1951 P. 2
MARVIN E. SPATCHEK Marvin E. Spatchek Marvin E. Spatchek, age 80, a resident of 2350 S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008, at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers. Marvin was born on May 22, 1928, in Manitowoc, to the late Steve and Josephine (Bethke) Spatchek. He graduated from Reedsville High School. Marvin had served in the U.S. Army from 1948, until his honorable discharge in 1950. During that time he was stationed in Europe. He was employed by Mirro Corporation� (not complete) ********* A prayer service for Marvin E. Spatchek, age 80, a resident of 2350 S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, who entered into eternal life on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008, at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers, will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, with Deacon Paul Kieffer officiating, with burial to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery in Reedsville. Military rites will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post 659 following the prayer service. The family will greet relative and friends on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home from 3 p.m. until the time of the prayer service at 4 p.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 20, 2008
RAYMOND SPATCHEK Raymond Spatchek, 62, of 528 Madison St., Reedsville, died Sunday afternoon, Jan. 30, at a Manitowoc nursing home. Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Spatchek was born Aug. 16, 1920, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of Steve and Josephine Bethke Spatchek. He married Tillie Maas, Nov. 26, 1949, at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Green Bay. He was employed at Brillion Iron Works for 26 1/2 years, retiring in 1977. Survivors include his wife, Tillie; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Spatchek; a daughter, Germaine Spatchek of Reedsville; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Arnold and Lorraine Spatchek, and Marvin Spatchek of Manitowoc; a sister and brother-in-law, LaVerne and Lem Behnke of Manitowoc, and two grandchildren, Greg and Valerie. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Marion, and brother, Elroy. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday where a parish vigil will be held at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, January 31, 1983 P. 3 ******* Funeral services for Raymond Spatchek, 62, of 528 Madison St., Reedsville, who died Sunday, will be 10:15 a.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Marcella Spatchek, a sister-in-law of Reedsville, was inadvertently omitted from the list of survivors in Monday's obituary. Survivors also include nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Tuesday afternoon. A parish vigil service will be at 7:30 o'clock this evening. Herald Times Reporter, February 1, 1983 P. 3
STEVE SPATCHEK Steve J. Spatchek, 96, of Reedsville, passed away Sunday, June 9, 1991, at Shady Lane Nursing Home, Manitowoc, following a short illness. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 12, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. Nicholas Johannes will officiate with burial in the parish cemetery. He was born December 26, 1894, in the town of Maple Grove, son of the late John and Katherine Foreyt Spatchek. He married the former Josephine Bethke on September 8, 1918. He was a graduate of Brillion High School, graduating with the Class of 1913. He farmed in the town of Maple Grove his entire life. Mr. Spatchek was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, and the Holy Name Society. He was also a treasurer for the town of Maple Grove for 22 years and was school clerk for the town for 25 years. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, LaVerne and Lem H. Behnke of Manitowoc; two sons and three daughters-in-law, Arnold and Lorraine Spatchek, Marvin Spatchek, all of Manitowoc, Tillie Spatchek and Marcella Spatchek, both of Reedsville; nine grandchildren, Shirley Kieffer, Caroline Luchterhand, Mary Jane Sittman, Darlene Roepke Germaine Spatchek, Susan Boettcher, Sandra Buboltz, Diane Stoer, Debbie Miller; 15 great grandchildren, Randy Kieffer, Debbie Christel, Linda Kopeski, Schott Luchterhand, Brend Fischer, Kevin Boettcher, Todd Boettcher, Jeremy Foytik, Ryan Stoer, Michael Stoer, Amy Miller, Jodi Miller, Devin Miller, Greg Spatchek, Valeria Spatchek; and seven great great grandchildren, Nathan Kieffer, Megan Kieffer, Joseph Christel, John Christel, Tyler Kopeski, Nich Kopeski, Cody Boettcher. He was preceded in death by his wife on June 7, 1983, a granddaughter, a great grandson, five sisters, Annie Miller, Caroline Pritzl, Mary Tikalsky, Agnes Zeman, Frances Hajek and three brothers, John, Joseph and Charles. Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and on Wednesday from 7:45 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. when family rites will be held. There will be a parish vigil at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Herald Times Reporter, June 10, 1991 P. B8
TILLIE L. SPATCHEK Tillie L. Spatchek, age 82, of Reedsville, died Jan. 1, 2007, at River's Bend Care Center in Manitowoc. She was born Feb. 27, 1924, in the town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late Henry and Martha (Seidel) Maas. She married Raymond Spatchek on Nov. 26, 1949, in Green Bay. She worked at the Brillion Canning Company and later at Chilton Metal products for 17 years. Tillie was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion, the Reedsville Lioness Club, and the Reedsville Senior Citizens. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law: Germaine and Eugene Winkel of Manitowoc; a grandson: Greg (Kris) Spatchek of Manitowoc; a granddaughter: Valerie (David) Turnage of Newport News, Va.; one great-granddaughter: Krista Marie Turnage; and several brothers and sisters. She was preceded in death by her husband: Raymond, in January of 1983; and a daughter: Marion; as well as several brothers and sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, Jan. 5, 2007, at 11 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Matt Simonar will officiate. Burial will be in the St. Mary Cemetery in Reedsville. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass. The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, is assisting the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 3, 2007
AGNES SVATEK Mrs. Emil Svatek, 84, of Reedsville died Tuesday afternoon at her home following a short illness. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. She was born Dec. 28, 1877, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late Frank and Anna Vondrachek. She was married to Emil Svatek July 6, 1897, at Reedsville. The couple observed its 65th wedding anniversary in July. The family farmed in the Maple Grove area until moving to Reedsville 20 years ago. She was an honorary member of St. Ann Society of St. Mary Catholic Church. Among survivors are her husband; four sons, Emil Jr., of Reedsville, Wencel of Manitowoc, Adolph of rural Reedsville and Edward of Reedsville; three daughters, Mrs. Alphonse Holschbach of Manitowoc, Mrs. Albert Meyer of Manitowoc and Mrs. William DeCramer of Kewaunee; three brothers, Frank of Kaukauna, Daniel of Menominee, Mich., and Steve of Greenleaf; three sisters, Mrs. Caroline Tikalsky of Reedsville, Mrs. Barbara Sinkula of Kewaunee and Mrs. Rose Schneider of Chicago; 20 grandchildren and 75 great grandchildren. Two sons, two daughters, three brothers and three sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 19, 1962 P. 19
ANNA SVATEK (d. 1964) Mrs. Frank Svatek, 60, of Reedsville died Monday morning at home after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Thursday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik celebrant of the requiem Mass. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Svatek was born Dec. 6, 1903, in the Town of Kossuth, daughter of the late Anton and Catherine Vondrachek Hochman. She was married Oct. 2, 1929, to Mr. Svatek and the two farmed in the Town of Rockland until 1964 when they retired and moved to Reedsville. She was a member of St. Ann-Christian Mothers Society. Survivors are the husband, a sister, Sister M. Flavia, OFM, of Holy Family Convent, and a brother, Anton, of Whitelaw. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where at 8 p.m. members of the society and parish will recite the Rosary. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 22, 1964 P. 5
ANTONIA SVATEK Mrs. Frank Svatek Sr., 73, a native of the town of Maple Grove, was found dead in bed Sunday morning at her home in Reedsville where she lived alone. She was found by her sons, Frank Jr., and Joseph, when they called to take her to Sunday morning mass. In previous good health, Mrs. Svatek is believed to have died of a heart attack as she slept. Services will be held at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday at the Reedsville Co-op funeral home and at 9:30 at St. Mary Catholic church with the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will take place in the church cemetery. The former Antonia Dvorachek, Mrs. Svatek was born on a town of Maple Grove farm in 1876. In 1899 she was married to Frank Svatek and the couple settled on a Rockland farm about a mile and a half south of Reedsville which they operated until retiring and moving to the village about 20 years ago. Mr. Svatek preceded his wife in death three years ago. Surviving in addition to the above named sons, both of whom operate farms in the town of Rockland, is a daughter, Mrs. Steve Forest, also of Rockland; a brother, Anton Dvorachek of Rockland; 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 o�clock this evening. The rosary will be recited there at 8 p.m. Tuesday by the St. Anne society of St. Mary parish of which the deceased was a member. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 7, 1949 P. 2
EMIL SVATEK (d. 1964) Emil Svatek, 89, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died Thursday at Manitowoc County Hospital after a six weeks� illness. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:15 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Andrew Shimek officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Svatek was born Jan. 15, 1875, in the Town of Cato, son of the late Frank and Barbara Suchan Svatek. He married Agnes Vondrachek July 6, 1897, at Reedsville and the couple observed its 65th wedding anniversary in 1962. Mrs. Svatek died Sept. 18, 1962. The couple farmed in the Town of Maple Grove until 1940. Mr. Svatek was a member of the Holy Name Society. Surviving are four sons, Wencel of Manitowoc and Emil Jr., Edward and Adolph of Reedsville; three daughters, Mrs. Alphonse (Mary) Holschbach and Mrs. Albert (Rose) Meyer of Manitowoc and Mrs. William (Agnes) DeCramer of Kewaunee; 29 grandchildren and 87 great grandchildren. Two sons, two daughters, a brother and four sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 o�clock this Friday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 6, 1964 P. 6
EMIL J. SVATEK, JR. (d. 1978) Emil Svatek, formerly of Reedsville, died Sunday in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in Reedsville Funeral home, Reedsville and 10:30 a.m. in St. Patrick Church, Maple Grove. The Rev. Alois Pimeskern will officiate. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Mr. Svatek was born May 19, 1902 in Reedsville, son of the late Emil and Agnes Vondrachek Svatek. He was educated in Reedsville area schools. Mr. Svatek was a self-employed carpenter in the Reedsville area. He was a charter member of Reedsville Sportsmen club and a member of American Legion Post 199. He was a veteran of World War II. Survivors include two brothers, Adolph and Edward of Reedsville; two sisters, Mrs. Albert (Rose) Meyer of Manitowoc, Mrs. William (Agnes) DeCrame of Kewaunee, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters. Friends may call in Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 o�clock to 9 o�clock this Monday afternoon. A rosary will be recited by Father Pimeskern at 8 o�clock. Manitowoc Herald times � Monday, Jan. 16, 1978 � page 3
FRANK SVATEK (d. 1947) Frank Svatek 69, died suddenly at his home in Reedsville late yesterday afternoon. Funeral services will be held at the Reedsville Coop funeral home at 9 a.m. Thursday and at St. Mary�s Catholic church at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 p.m. tonight where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. The rosary will be repeated at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Mr. Svatek was born in July 1877 in the town of Cato and married Antonia Dvorachek in 1899. He was a member of the Holy Name society. Survivors are his wife; two sons, Joseph and Frank, at home; one daughter, Mrs. Steve Foreyt of Reedsville; one brother, Emil of Reedsville and 12 grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 11, 1947 P. 2
FRANK A. SVATEK (d. 1988) Frank A. Svatek, 82, Reedsville, died Wednesday March 23, 1988 at a Manitowoc hospital. He was born April 18, 1905 in the Town of Rockland, son of the late Frank and Antonia (Dvorachek) Svatek. He married Anna Hochman in 1929. She preceded him in death June, 1964. He then married Mary (Berger) Dvorachek on May 27, 1967 in Manitowoc. Survivors include his wife, Mary; two step-daughters and sons-in-law, Ann and George O�Hearn, Green Bay and Catherine and Ronald Vanderhouten, Manitowoc; two step-sons and daughters-in-law, Bernard and Rose Jean Dvorachek, Reedsville and Joseph and Ann Dvorachek, Manitowoc; 19 step grandchildren, eight step great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister and one brother. Services were Saturday at St. Mary Catholic church, Reedsville, with Rev. John Becker officiating. Burial was in the parish cemetery. Denmark Press � Thursday, March 31, 1988
JOSEPH J. SVATEK Joseph J. Svtek, 80, formerly of Route 2, Reedsville, died early Saturday morning, Feb. 18, at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, preceded by brief family rites at 10 a.m. at Reedsville Funeral Home. Father David Pleier will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Mr. Svatek was born March 18, 1903, at Rockland, son of the late Frank and Antonia Dvorachek Svatek. He married the former Clara Cisler on June 29, 1927, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. The couple farmed in the Town of Rockland for 39 years, retiring in 1968. Mr. Svatek was a member of The Holy Name Society. Survivors include his wife, Clara; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Joseph and Jean Svatek of St. Petersburg, Florida, Frances Svatek of Brillion and John and Ardyce Svatek of Brillion; two daughters and a son-in-law, Mrs. Mary (Robert) Newton of Oshkosh and Clara Svatek of Manitowoc; a brother and a sister-in-law, Frank and Mary Svatek of Reedsville, 14 grandchildren and three great grandchildren, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends also survived. He was preceded in death by three infant children and a sister. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday evening. Holy Name Society rosary at 7:30 p.m. and at 8:00 a parish vigil service led by Father Pleier. Herald Times Reporter, February 19, 1984 P. 3
JANICE THEISEN Janice A. Theisen, age 78, of 2215 Rheaume Road, Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, May 24, 2009, at the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. She was born on Oct. 9, 1931, in Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Morris and Louise (Dietrich) Mullins. Janice graduated from Reedsville High School with the class of 1949. On Aug. 3, 1951, she married Joseph S. Shimek at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on Oct. 13, 1974. Later, Janice married Ervin Theisen at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Reedsville. He preceded her in death on April 9, 1993. Janicie was employed at the dental clinic in Reedsville as a dental assistant for many years. She was a member of the Christian Mothers of Holy Innocents Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Janice also was an avid bridge player who enjoyed playing in marathon tournaments. (Survivors omitted for privacy) She also was preceded in death by one sister: Ruth Williams and four brothers: Paul Mullins, Jim Mullins, Barney Mullins and Phillip Mullins. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 28, 2009, at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, North 14th Street and Waldo Boulevard, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial to follow at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Reedsville. The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc. The visitation will continue from 8:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, May 28, 2009, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staffs of Holy Family Memorial Cancer Care Center, Holy Family Hospice and also Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center for the compassion and care given to Janice and her family. Herald Times Reporter, May 25, 2009
ALFRED TIKALSKY Alfred Tikalsky, age 72, of 506 Monroe St. Reedsville died on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2001 at Calumet Medical Center in Chilton. Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, Nov. 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Tom Long will officiate, burial will be in the Parish Cemetery. He was born on July 22, 1929 in Brillion, son of Lucille (Cummings) Tikalsky and the late Edward Tikalsky. He was a 1947 graduate of Brillion High School and served in the U.S. Army ORC from 1951 to 1959. On Oct. 3, 1959 he married Ardys Bretl. Alfred worked for United Parcel Post retiring on Jan. 1, 1980. He was a deputy sheriff for Manitowoc County for many years and served as secretary for the west Maple Grove Hunting Club. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Reedsville, the Gosz-Novak American Legion Post 3199, Reedsville and the Reedsville AMVETS #1032. Survivors include his mother, Lucille Tikalsky of Manitowoc; a daughter, Kay (Dave) McElroy of Bristol, Tenn.; two sons, Ron (Connie) Tikalsky of Reedsville, and Paul Tikalsky of Chilton; three grandchildren, Joseph, Carrissa, and Cassie Rose Tikalsky, and a sister Elaine (Alvin) Stueber of Whitelaw. He was preceded in death by his father Edward and his wife Ardys. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville on Sunday from 4 to 9 p.m. and at the church on Monday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass. There will be a parish prayer service at 8 p.m. Sunday evening. Herald Times Reporter, November 17, 2001 P. A5
ANTON TIKALSKY Anton Tikalsky, 84, a retired Town of Maple Grove (Manitowoc County) farmer, died Wednesday evening at his farm home about four miles west of Reedsville. Born Oct. 17, 1874, on the same Maple Grove farm where he spent his entire life, he was a son of the late Mathias and Antonia Dvorachek Tikalsky. He married Mary Spatchek at St. Mary Catholic Church in Reedsville, Feb. 3, 1903. Mr. Tikalsky was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Mary Parish. Surviving are his wife; four sons, Joseph of Sheboygan, John on the home farm, Stephen of Green Bay and Roman of Brillion; two daughters, Mrs. John (Carrie) Wallander of Sheboy phia) (sic) Wenzel of Potter; 22 gan (sic) and Mrs. Benjamin (sic) grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Joseph Kerner of Wrightstown. A brother, three sisters, three grandchildren and a daughter-in-law preceded him in death. The requiem Mass will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at st. Mary�s Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. William Koutnik, pastor celebrant. Mass will follow 8:45 family rites at the Reedsville Funeral Home. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 p.m. Friday. The Holy Name Society will recite the rosary there at 8:30 p.m. Friday. Sheboygan Press, September 17, 1959 P. 12
EDWARD J. TIKALSKY Edward J. Tikalsky, 73, of 233 E. National Ave., Brillion, died unexpectedly Sunday, June 19, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Wieting Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Revs. Norman Krutzik and Anthony Birdsal will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Mr. Tikalsky was born Oct. 9, 1909, at Brillion, son of the late Joseph and Caroline VonDrachek Tikalsky. He married Lucille Cummings June 14, 1928, at Maple Grove. He farmed in the Brillion area many years, was station manager for Whitelaw Co-op and later an auto salesman for John Miller Implement Company in St. Nazianz. At the present time he was an auto salesman for Jentink Chevrolet-Olds in Brillion. Mr. Tikalsky was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion, and Reedsville Lions Club, where he served two terms a preseeident (sic). Survivors include his wife, Lucille, a son and daughter-in-law, Alfred and Ardys Tikalsky of Reedsville; a daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and Alvin Stueber of Whitelaw; a brother, Rudy Tikalsky of Effingham, Ill.; two sisters, Mrs. George (Lillian) Wenzel of Brillion and Mrs. John (Agnes) Trottier of Iron Rivers, Mich.; five grandchildren, Paul, Kay and Ronald Tikalsky and Gerald and Lina Stueber and a great grandson, Thomas Stueber Jr. A grandson, Thomas Stueber and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, after 4 p.m. Tuesday until 10 a.m. Wednesday. A parish vigil service will be at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Herald Times Reporter, June 20, 1983 P. 3 ******* Survivors of the late Edward J. Tikalsky of Brillion, who died Sunday, include five grandchildren, Paul, Kay and Ronald Tikalsky and Gerald and Linda Stueber. Linda Stueber's name was incorrect in Monday's obituary. Herald Times Reporter, June 21, 1983 P. 3
FRANK TIKALSKY Funeral services for Frank W. Tikalsky, 56, who died Wednesday at Manitowoc, were at 8:30 am Saturday at Reedsville Funeral home and 8:45 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. William Koutik officiated and burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Jerome Thielen Sr., Jerome Thielen Jr., Lawrence Thielen, Rueben Puta, Ignatius Kabat and Adolph J. Burich. Manitowoc Herald Times Tues., June 5, 1962
JOSEPH TIKALSKY Joseph M. Tikalsky, 67, died Saturday moning at 9:45 o�clock at the homestead farm in the town of Maple Grove of heart failure. The body was removed yesterday from the funeral home of the Reedsville Cooperative association to the family home where it may be viewed until the hour of the funeral. The funeral rites will be held Wednesday morning at 9:30 o�clock at the St. Mary�s Catholic church at Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Interment will be in the new St. Mary�s cemetery south of the village. Mr. Tikalsky was born Oct. 30, 1872 on the homestead where he died. He was married June 30, 1903, to Miss Caroline Vondracek, who survives. Other survivors include 3 daughters. Mrs. Theodore Kelnhofer, Antigo; Mrs. George Wenzel, town of Rockland, this county; Mrs. Barnard Dwyer, Iron Mountain, Mich.; 2 sons, Edward J. on the homestead; Rudolph J., Fond du Lac; 1 brother, Anton, town of Maple Grove; 4 sisters, Mrs. Frank Opichka, Cooperstown; Mrs. Joseph E. Vondracek, Reedsville; Mrs. Frank Kabat, Greenleaf; Mrs. Joseph Koerner, Hollandtown; and 9 grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 7, 1940 P. 2
LUCY A. TIKALSKY Lucille "Lucy" Tikalsky, age 92, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, formerly of Brillion, died on Saturday, March 16, 2002, surrounded by her family at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center in Manitowoc. She was born June 11, 1909 at Grimms to the late William and Anna B. (Morrissey) Cummings. She married Edward J. Tikalsky at St. Patricks Catholic Church in Maple Grove on June 14, 1928. She was employed for a number of years at Chilton Metal Products and the Larsen Canning Co. of Brillion. She and her husband Edward also operated a farm near Brillion for many years. She was a member of Holy Family Parish, Brillion, Christian Mothers, American Legion Auxiliary, and the Reedsville Lioness Club. She enjoyed playing cards and visiting with friends and family. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and Alvin Stueber, Whitelaw; her grandchildren: Jerry (Patti) Stueber, Linda (Tom) Helmick, Paul Tikalsky, Ron (Conni) Tikalsky, Kay McElroy, and Jane (Mike) Mueller; her great grandchildren: Thomas Stueber Jr. and fiance Nicole Kane, Joseph, Carissa, and Cassie Tikalsky, Kyle, Amanda, and Luke Mueller; five sisters: Lorraine Kapinos, Alyce Lemberger, Bernice Pritzl, Lenor Typner, and Ann Marie Cummings, Lillian Wenzel, and a brother- in-law Rudy Tikalsky. She was preceded in death by her husband Edward, a son and daughter-in-law Alfred and Ardys Tikalsky, a grandson Thomas Stuebwer, four brothers, Michael, Robert, Raymond, and Leonard Cummings, and a sister Myrtle Cummings. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at 10 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Tom Long will officiate; burial will be at St. Mary Cemetery in Reedsville. Relatives and friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion from 5-8 p.m. Monday, March 18, and at the church on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the time of mass. Herald Times Reporter, March 17, 2002
MARY TIKALSKY Mrs. Anton Tikalsky, 83, of Reedsville, died unexpectedly at home Friday evening. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. She was born Oct. 10, 1883, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late John and Catherine Foreyt Spachek. She was married to Anton Tikalsky Feb. 3, 1903, at Reedsville. The couple farmed in the Town of Maple Grove. Mrs. Tikalsky moved to Reedsville in 1965. She was a member of the St. Ann and Christian Mothers societies of St. Mary Church. Surviving are four sons, Joseph of Sheboygan, John of Manitowoc, Stephen of Green Bay and Roman on the home farm, Rt. 2, Brillion; two daughters, Mrs. John (Carrie) Wallander of Sheboygan and Mrs. Benjamin (Sophie) Wenzel of Potter; three brothers, Joseph and Stephen of Reedsville and Charles of Sheboygan, a sister, Mrs. Frances Hayek, residing in Maryland; 22 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, three sisters, a brother and three grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 o�clock this Monday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 16, 1967 P. 9
FRANK D. TRINKA Frank E.(sic) Trinka, 38, of Rt. 2, Reedsville, died unexpectedly Friday evening of an apparent heart attack at his home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Watt Funeral Home, Maple Grove, and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Adolph Dolezel officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery, with graveside services by Amvets Post 99, of Manitowoc. Mr. Trinka was born Sept. 19, 1931 at Eagle River, son of the late Anton and Esther LaCrosse Trinka. He was graduated from Valders High School in 1950 and married the former Georgeen Welch at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove, June 11, 1952. He was employed by Beno Plumbing of Green Bay and owned and operated Trinka�s Bar, Rt. 2, Reedsville. He was a member of Manitowoc County Amvets Post 99, Manitowoc County Tavern League of which he was a director, Rockea Hunting Club, Green Bay Plumbers Local 298 and St. Mary Holy Name Society. Survivors include his wife; one daughter, (private); six brothers, (private); four sisters, (private) and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home where memorial services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Members of Post 99 will meet in a group at 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 11, 1969 P. 7
BERNICE VALLESKEY Bernice Valleskey, age 94, of the Kindred Hearts Nursing Home in Manitowoc, formerly of Collins, passed away on March 19, 2006, at the Hamilton Home. She was born April 7, 1911, in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Charles and Urena Flannigan. On April 11, 1934, she married Malcolm Valleskey in Rockford, Ill. Bernice worked at the Salvatorian Center in New Holstein for 25 years, retiring in 1976. She was a volunteer for Holy Family Memorial Hospital in Manitowoc until she was 90 years old. She also volunteered at Valders High School. Bernice enjoyed playing cards at the Manitowoc Senior Center. She is survived by her two daughters and sons-in-law: Sharon (Carl) Broehm of Casa Grande, Ariz., and Bancroft; Lynn (Tom) Rysticken, Two Rivers; five grand- children: Kris (Drew) Sapinski, Wauwatosa; Jodi Broehm, Two Rivers, and special friend, Dean Jacquart; Jill (Robert) Kollmann, Van Dyne; Craig (Nancee) Rysticken, Two Rivers; Kathy Rysticken and fiance, Chad Shimulunas, Sheboygan; six great- grandchildren: Cassandra, Kara, Alexis, Josh, Emilee and Aubree. She is further survived by many friends, especially her dear friend: Helen Janczeske. She was preceded in death by her husband: Malcolm, in December of 1988; and a brother: Charles Flannigan. A memorial service will take place at a later date. Burial will be in the St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville assisted the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, March 2006
MALCOLM VALLESKEY Malcolm W. Valleskey, 81, of Box 546, Collins, died Wednesday December 21, 1988, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc, after a short illness. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Friday at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Collins. Rev. Arnold Ruddat will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Mr. Valleskey was born January 15, 1907, at Collins, son of the late Charles and Helena Becker Valleskey. He married Bernice Flannigan, April 11, 1934, at Rockford, Illinois. Mr. Valleskey farmed in the Town of Rockland and also was a Semi Truck Driver for Haupt Milk Transit Company, retiring in 1968. He was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church, Collins. Survivors include his wife, Bernice, two daughters and sons-in-law, Sharon and Carl Broehm of Collins and Lynn and Tom Rysticken of Two Rivers; a sister, Norma Draheim of Manitowoc; five grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister. Friends may call at Wieting-Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. to 12 noon Friday and then from 12:30 p.m. at church until the hour of service. Herald Times Reporter, December 21, 1988 P. B8
CLARENCE VAN DER LOUIS Clarence Van Der Louis, 27, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Van Der Louis, Sr., died Sunday afternoon at the family home in Reedsville. Funeral services will be held at 8:45 a.m. Tuesday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating, with burial in the church cemetery. He was born Nov. 19, 1928, at Reedsville. Surviving are the parents; three sisters, (private), and two brothers, (private). Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 11, 1956 P. 17
FLORENCE VAN DER LOUIS Miss Florence VanDerLouis, 48, of Reedsville, died Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:45 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Adolph Dolezel officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Miss VanDerLouis was born March 11, 1921, at Reedsville, daughter of the late John and Margaret Manlick VanDerLouis. She was unmarried. She was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc, for more than 26 years. Survivors include two brothers, Joseph of Reedsville and John of Brillion and two sisters, Mrs. Clarence (Helen) Gosz of Appleton and Mrs. Peter (Delores) Manghera of Edgerton. Her parents and one brother preceded her in death. Friends may call after 4 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home where memorial services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 1, 1969 P. 19
JOHN VAN DER LOUIS John Van Der Louis Sr., 63, of Reedsville, died Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a long illness. Funeral services will be at 9:15 a.m. at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Van Der Louis was born in Appleton on Dec. 22, 1892. On Jan. 29, 1921, he married the former Margaret Menlick at Reedsville and the couple settled here. A cigar-maker from the time he was 16, Mr. Van Der Louis practiced his trade for 47 years from his home shop. He was a former member of the village board. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, (private); two sons, (private); three brothers, Flex and Hector of Appleton and James of South Amboy, N.J.; two sisters, Mrs. Joseph Wisneski of Appleton and Mrs. Harry _____ of South Amboy, N.J. and seven grandchildren. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 11, 1956 P. 18
MARGARET VAN DER LOUIS Funeral services for Ms. Margaret Van Der Louis, 81, of Reedsville, who died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 9:45 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Van Der Louis was born Oct. 4, 1887, at Clarks Mills, daughter of the late Wencel and Barbara Pleschel Manlick, and was married to John Van Der Louis in 1920. She belonged to the American Legion Auxiliary, Reedsville Home makers and St. Anne Christian Mothers Society. Survivors include two sons, (private); three daughters, (private), and 12 grand- children. Her husband, a son, three sisters and a brother preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home where at 8 o�clock this Friday evening memorial services will be conducted. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 18, 1969 P. 22
STANLEY VAN DER LOUIS Stanley Joseph Van Der Louis, 74, of 703 Manitowoc Street, Reedsville, died Tuesday, March 31, 1988 at Calumet Medical Center, Chilton. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Monday, April 4, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. John Becker will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Mr. Van Der Louis was born November 3, 1913 at Reedsville, son of the late John and Margaret Menlick Van Der Louis. He was employed at Reedsville Co-op for many years. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, Knights of Columbus and Holy Name Society. Survivors include two sisters and brothers-in-law, Helen and Clarence Gosz of Appleton and Dolores and Peter Manghera of Edgerton, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister and two brothers. Friends may call at Wieting-Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, 5 pm to 9 pm Sunday evening and 8 am to 10:15 am Monday. Parish vigil at 7:30 pm Sunday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Apr. 2, 1988 page 14
BERTHA VESELY Mrs. Bertha Vesely, 70, a former Reedsville resident, died Thursday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Monday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Vesely, nee Bertha Vesely, was born Aug. 16, 1891, in the Town of Rockland, daughter of the late John and Barbara Sika Vesely. She was married to Frank Vesely June 29, 1920, at Reedsville. Her husband preceded her in death. Survivors include two daughters, and 13 grandchildren. A sister, Emma, preceded her in death. (Survivors edited for privacy) Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where a Prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 4, 1971 ********* (16 Aug 1891/Jun 1971/SSDI)
EDWARD W. VESELY Edward W. Vesely, 80, of 537 Menasha Street, Reedsville, died early Friday morning, April 12, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, preceded by brief family rites at 10:15 a.m. from the Reedsville Funeral Home. The Rev. John J. Becker will officiate with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Mr. Vesely was born January 14, 1905, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late Frank and Mary Vondrachek Vesely. Mr. Vesely farmed until 1956 and then was employed by the Reedsville Public School and St. Mary Parish as a custodian. Mr. Vesely was also employed part-time for the village of Reedsville for 15 years. He married the former Lillian Wenzel on June 22, 1934, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Mr. Vesely was a retired fireman and former secretary for the Reedsville Fire Department, Honorary life time member of the Reed Way Sportsman club, former Reedsville school board member and a member of Knights of Columbus Number 5798 of Reedsville and a member of the Holy Name Society. Survivors include his wife, Lillian; a daughter, Marilyn Shimek of Reedsville; two grandchildren, Matt and Mary Jean, both of Reedsville; three sisters, Mrs. Annie Klein, Emma Stadler and Clara Wallander, all of Manitowoc and three sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and a sister. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday afternoon. A parish wake service will be held at 8 p.m. by Knights of Columbus Council Number 5798 and St. Mary Holy Name Society prayer service. Herald Times Reporter, April 12, 1985 P. 3 ********* Funeral services for Edward W. Versely, which were held Monday, from the Reedsville Funeral Home, it was inadvertenly omitted that Mr. Vesely was former president of the Reedsville Senior Citizens and was currently serving as vice president. Honorary pallbearers which are retired Reedsville Fire Fighters are Reuben Rusch, Edward Svatek, Harold Geiger, Charles Walt, Earl Bergmann, John Wagner and Cliff O'Connell. Herald Times Reporter, April 16, 1985 P. 3
FRANK E. VESELY Frank Vesely, 63, Maple Grove farmer, died Tuesday at the farm home. Funeral services will be held at 9:15 a.m. Friday at the Reedsville Funeral Home, and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. William Koutnik will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. He was born in Maple Grove in 1890 and in 1920 married Mrs. Bertha Vesely. They located on a farm in the town. Surviving are his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Kenneth Koch of Manitowoc and Mrs. John Hill of Franklin; three brothers, Joseph and Adolph of Manitowoc and Edward of Cato; four sisters, Mrs. James Polzak, Mrs. Matt Klein and Mrs. Joseph Stadler of Manitowoc and Mrs. Raymond Wallander of Cato; and seven grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 17, 1954 P. 19
LILLIAN VESELY Mrs. Lillian Vesely, 76, a resident of Manitowoc County Health Care Center, formerly of the Town of Rockland, died Wednesday, May 10, 1989 at the Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 11 am Friday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. William Eberhardy will officiate with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Vesely was born October 5, 1912 in Calumet County, daughter of the late Charles and Jennie Wenzel. She married Edward Vesely on June 21, 1934 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. He preceded her in death April 12, 1985. Mrs. Vesely was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville and St. Ann's Christian Mothers Society. Survivors include a daughter, Marilyn Shimek of Reedsville; two grandchildren, Mary Jean and Matthew Shimek of Reedsville; two sisters, Mrs. Leonard (Caroline) Staudinger of route 1, Cato, Miss Jean T. Wenzel of Manitowoc and two sisters- in-law, Mrs. Clara Wallander of Manitowoc and Mrs. Lillian Wenzel of Reedsville. She was preceded in death by a brother Leslie Wenzel. Friends may call at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, 9 am Friday morning and until the hour of service at 11 am. Memorial fund will be established in her name. Rettke Funeral Home, Sheboygan, is assisting the family with arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., May 11, 1989 page B12
ALVINA VONDRACHEK Mrs. Joseph A. Vondrachek, 67, died suddenly at her Reedsville home Thursday. Mrs. Vondrachek, nee Alvina Foreyt, was born in 1883 in Rockland. In 1900 she was married to Mr. Vondrachek and the couple operated a farm in Rockland until moving to Reedsville in 1936. Mr. and Mrs. Vondrachek would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary the coming November. Survivors besides the husband, are four daughters, Mrs. Mary Cherf and Mrs. Frank Manino of Manitowoc, Mrs. Clarence Lipp of Mercer, and Mrs. James Morris of Sunnyside, Calif.; four sons, Charles of Reedsville, Joseph, Bernard and Paul of Milwaukee; a brother, Steve of Rockland; a sister, Mrs. Mary Vondrachek of Manitowoc; and 21 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. at the Reedsville Cooperative funeral home and at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Mary catholic church in Reedsville. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 p.m. Saturday until time of services. The rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 30, 1950 P.2
ANNA VONDRACHEK Mrs. Joseph E. Vondracheck, 77, of Reedsville, died Monday night at the Theda Clark Hospital in Neenah. Recently she and her husband had been residing with their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Nollan, at Neenah. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m Friday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:30 at the St. Mary Catholic Church in Reedsville. The Rev. William Koutnik will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. She was born Anna Tikalsky in Maple Grove in 1875 and in 1896 was married to Mr. Vondrachek. They located on a farm in Rockland and retired in 1940 moving to Reedsville. Eighteen months ago they moved to the daughter�s home in Neenah. She was a member of the St. Ann Altar Society of St. Mary congregation. Survivors are her husband; two sons, Joseph of Maple Grove and Charles on the homestead farm in Rockland; daughter, Mrs. Walter Nollan of Neenah; two sisters, Mrs. Barbara Opichka of rural route, Cato, and Mrs. Joseph Kerner of Wrightstown; 13 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after Wednesday noon, where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 21, 1953 P. 2
CHARLES C. VONDRACHEK (d. 1993) Charles C. Vondrachek, age 91, of 609 Menasha St., Reedsville, died Monday, September 27, 1993, at the North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 30, 1993, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Father Nicholas Johannes will officiate with burial in the parish cemetery. He was born January 21, 1902, in the Town of Cato, son of the late Joseph A. and Alvina Foreyt Vondrachek. He married Veronica Geigel on September 14, 1932, at Clarks Mills. He was employed by the Reedsville Co-op and then Reineman Elevator in Reedsville until his retirement. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville and was a trustee of the church. He served on the Reedsville Village and School Board. He had the honor of being Grand Marshall of the Reedsville Centennial in 1992. Survivors are his wife, Veronica; five daughters and sons-in-law, Rita and Jurgen Vincent, Mary and Bill Egan, all of Green Bay, Catherine and Don Otte, Town of Menasha, Anne Jime Hartnett, of Naperville, Ill., Teresa and Orrin Piepenburg, Reedsville; three sons and one daughter-in-law, Jerome and Julie, of Brillion, James, Manitowoc, Gerald, Milwaukee; 27 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren, three sisters, Mary Cherf, Manitowoc, Adeline Lipp, Mercer, Monica Mannino, Thornton, Colo.; a sister-in-law, Rosalie Vondrachek, Hayward. He was preceded in death by three infant grandchildren, two sisters, Anne and Marcella, three brothers, Joseph, Bernard and Paul. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville, from 4-9 p.m. on Wednesday and on Thursday from 7:45 a.m. until 10 a.m. when family rites will be held. Parish vigil will be Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, September 28, 1993 P. A2
CHARLES F. VONDRACHEK (d. 1995) Charles F. Vondrachek, age 81, of 530 Manitowoc St., Reedsville, passed away Monday, May 1, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 4, 1995, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. Ronald Guillette will officiate with burial in the parish cemetery. He was born May 8, 1913, in the town of Rockland, son of the late Joseph and Anna (Tikalsky) Vondrachek. On May 17, 1938, he married Marcella Kocourek in Reedsville. Mr. Vondrachek farmed in the town of Rockland until 1963 when he moved to Reedsville and worked for the Reedsville Co-op. He was an avid card player and fisherman and was involved in volunteer activities in the community. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, and the Knights of Columbus. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Arlene and Henry Kiel, Shawano, Judith and Jerome Reis, Reedsville; two sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald and Judith Vondrachek, Manitowoc, Robert and Judith Vandrachek, Kirkland, Wash.; 10 grandchildren and their spouses, Sandra and John Mayer, Karen and Lewis Rosser, Susan and James Langdon, Sharon and Robbie, Mary and Jeff Miller, Christine Vondrachek, Elizabeth Vondrachek, Mark and Collen Reis, Brenda and Paul Ourada, and James Reis; 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife on June 7, 1954, two sisters, Emily Nollan and Agnes Muench and two brothers, Joseph and John. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and then on Thursday from 7:45-10 a.m. when family rites will be held. There will be a parish vigil at 7 p.m. followed by the Knights of Columbus rosary at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Herald Times Reporter, May 3, 1995 P. A2
JOHN VONDRACHEK (d. 1947) John F. Vondracheck, 35, of Reedsville, died Tuesday afternoon at the Wisconsin General hospital, Madison, following a two weeks illness. Funeral services will be held at 9:15 a.m. Saturday at the Reedsville Cooperative funeral home, and at 9:30 at the St. Mary�s Catholic church in Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. He was born on a farm in Rockland in 1912 and in 1934 married Miss Evelyn Bartel. He was employed in recent years as a truck driver, and was a member of the Holy Name society. Survivors are his wife; three sons, (private); parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Vondrachek of Reedsville; two brothers, Joseph of this city and Charles of route 2, Reedsville; two sisters, Mrs. Walter Nolan of Neenah and Mrs. Louis Wuench of Whitelaw. The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Thursday, where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 26, 1947 P. 2
JOSEPH A. VONDRACHEK (d. 1957) Joseph A. Vondrachek (photo) of Reedsville died Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. He was 82. Funeral services wll be at 9:45 a.m. Saturday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. He was born March 4, 1875, in the Town of Cato, son of the late Joseph and Anna Hejlak Vondrachek. He married the former Alvina Foreyt Nov. 13, 1???. They farmed in the Town of Cato until 1937 when they moved to Reedsville. His wife died in 1950. He was treasurer of the Rockland Mutual Fire Insurance Co. for ?? years and treasurer of the school district at Grimms for 10 years. He served 29 years as director of the Reedsville Cooperative Assn., was secretary of the building committee of St. Mary Church which was built in 1907 and member of the Holy Name Society of the church. Survivors include four sons, Charles of Reedsville and Joseph, Bernard and Paul of Milwaukee; four daughters, Mrs. Mary Cherl of Reedsville, Mrs. Clarence Lipp and Mrs. Frank Manino of Manitowoc and Mrs. William Morris of Hawaii; four brothers, John and Albert of Valley City, N.D., Charles of Waterford, Wis., and Emil of Rt. 2, Reedsville; sister, Mrs. Caroline Koutnik of Norwalk, Calif.; 28 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 7 p.m. Thursday. The Rosary will be recited at 8:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, December 4, 1957 P.17 ********* Notes from Reedsville: Jos. Vondrachek, a farmer near Grimms was engaged with his son in working in the field. A binder drawn by a team of horses got caught and he left his own team to see what was the matter. His son then started to lead the other team up to him when a blast of dynamite in a quarry went off and frightened the team. The father sought to stop the runaway team but was thrown under the wheels of the wagon and suffered a broken leg and body bruises. His son, Bernard, was not hurt. Dr. E.C. Cary attended him, taking him to the hospital. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 4, 1929
JOSEPH E. VONDRACHEK (d. 1956) Joseph E. Vondrachek, 85, former Reedsville resident died Sunday morning at the Holy Family Hospital in Manitowoc. He had been making his home with his daughter and son in law, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Nollan of Neenah. Funeral services will be held at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:30 at St. Mary Catholic Church at Reedsville with the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Vondrachek was born Jan. 14, 1871, in the Town of Cato. On June 1?, 1896, he married Anna Tikalsky. The couple farmed in the Town of Rockland after the marriage, retiring about 10 years ago, and moving to Reedsville. His wife died in 1953. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Mary Church in Reedsville. Survivors include the daughter, Mrs. Walter Nollan of Neenah; two sons, Joseph of Manitowoc and Charles on the home farm in Rockland; thirteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 p.m. Monday until the time of the services. The Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Monday and 8 p.m. Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 6, 1956 P. 15
MARCELLA VONDRACHEK Woman Killed in Head-On Crash East of Brillion Husband and Other Driver Also Injured Mrs. Vondrachek is County�s 2nd Auto Fatality in Week Marcella C. Vondrachek, 38, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, was instantly killed in a head-on collision on Highway 10 a mile east of Brillion at 10:55 p.m. Monday. County Coroner Dr. Theodore Teitgen said an inquest would be held. Mrs. Vondrachek�s husband, Charles F., 42, swung their car off the pavement to avoid a car driven by (name omitted for privacy). The (omitted) car was coming in the wrong lane of traffic, it was reported. The maneuver failed. (Omitted) car struck the Vondrachek auto which was a full foot off the pavement on the shoulder of the road, according to Dr. Teitgen. The cars were telescoped together so tightly two tractors from neighboring farms had to be used to pry them apart. Green Bay Hospital Vondrachek and (omitted) were taken to St. Vincent Hospital at Green Bay, where both were reported in �fair� condition Tuesday. The husband suffered chest and facial injuries. Dr. Teitgen said Vondrachek�s brother, Joseph, was following the couple home from Brillion. He said the brother told of seeing the car approach. Charles Vondrachek kept edging his car towards the shoulder to avoid the (omitted) auto which was veering into the wrong lane of traffic. The collision occurred on the shoulder of the highway. The auto death was the second tragedy in the family since the first of the year. On March 15, their 11-year-old son (omitted) fell from the barn on their farm and suffered a brain injury from which he is now convalescing� Funeral Rites Thursday Services will be held 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and 9 a.m. and St. Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. William Koutnik will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery at Reedsville. Mrs. Vondrachek was born Marcella Cecilia Kocourek Sept. 8, 1915, in the town of Maple Grove, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Kocourek Sr. On May 17, 1938, she was married to Charles F. Vondrachek. The couple lived on a farm in the town of Rockland. Survivors include the husband; two daughters, at home; two sons, also at home (names omitted for privacy); the parents, eight brothers, Leonard and Clarence of Manitowoc, M-Sgt. Roman of Phoenix, Ariz., Harold, John and Lester of Rt. 1, Reedsville, Ralph of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and Elroy of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Joseph Anhalt of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, Mrs. Norbert Meidl of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Jerome Ebert of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7:30 p.m. Tuesday until the hour of services. The St. Ann Altar Society of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, will say the Rosary at 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. The deceased was a member of the organization. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 8, 1954 P. 1
STEVEN JOHN VONDRACHEK Steven John Vondrachek, three-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Vondrachek of Reedsville, died Wednesday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. The infant was born Feb. 25, 1970, son of John and Mary Ann Martin Vondrachek. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. this Thursday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 28, 1970
VERONICA A. VONDRACHEK Veronica A. Vondrachek, age 87, of North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc, formerly of Reedsville, died Friday, September 23, 1994, at the Care Center. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 27, 1994, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. Father Nicholas Johannes will officiate with burial in the parish cemetery. She was born March 7, 1907, in the town of Rockland, daughter of the late John and Mary Stahl Geigel. She married Charles C. Vondrachek September 14, 1932, at Clarks Mills. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville, and an honorary member of St. Anne's Altar Society and Christian Women. Survivors include five daughters and sons-in-law, Rita and Jurgen Vincent, Mary and Bill Egan, all of Green Bay, Catherine and Don Otte, town of Menasha, Anne and Jim Hartnett, Naperville, Ill., Teresa and Orin Piepenburg, Reedsville; three sons and one daughter-in-law, Jerome and Julie Vondrachek, Brillion, James Vondrachek, Manitowoc, Gerald Vondrachek, Milwaukee; 27 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Adelia Dvorachek, Lioba and Edwin Saur, all of Whitelaw. She was preceded in death by her husband September 27, 1993, three infant grandchildren, two sisters, Monica and an infant sister, five brothers, William, Edmund, Alfons and infant twin brothers. Friends may call t the Wieting Funeral home, Reedsville, from 4-9 p.m. Monday and on Tuesday from 7:45-10 a.m. when Family Rites will be held. St. Anne Altar Society Rosary will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, parish vigil at 7:30 p.m. Monday. Herald Times Reporter, September 4, 1994
DONALD J. WACHAL Donald J. Wachal, age 40, of 817 E. Townsend St., Milwaukee, passed away Monday, August 30, 1993. A memorial mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, September 9, 1993, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville, with Father Nicholas Johannes officiating. He was born October 18, 1952, son of Joseph and Helen Kubale Wachal. He was a graduate of Reedsville High School. He is survived by his parents of Reedsville; three sisters and three brothers-in- law, Jan and Nick Schiesl, Kellnersville, Pat and Tom Burkart, Reedsville, Karly and Jim Schaefer, Brillion; one brother and sister-in-law, Gene and Kay Wachal, Brillion; nieces, nephews and other relatives. Relatives and friends may greet the family at the church on Thursday from 10:30 until the time of services. Herald Times Reporter, September 7, 1993 P. A2
HELEN F. WACHAL Helen F. Wachal, age 87, of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, formerly of Reedsville, died Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2006. She was born on June 14, 1918, in the town of Rockland, daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Manlick) Kubale. Helen married Joseph Wachal on May 8, 1940, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. She was a member of Holy Family Parish in Brillion, the Catholic Knights, Kubale O'Connell American Legion Auxiliary Post, Reedsville, and she served on the village of Reedsville election board for many years. Survivors include her children: Jan (Nick) Schiesl, Menchalville; Pat (Tom) Burkart, Reedsville; Karyl Schaefer, Brillion; Gene (Kay) Wachal, Brillion; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; a brother: Earl (Phyllis) Kubale, South Bend, Ind.; and two sisters-in-law: Edna Kubale, Luxemburg; Mayme Peroutka, Manitowoc; and several nieces and nephews. Helen was preceded in death by her husband: Joe, on Jan. 26, 1994; a son: Don, a son-in-law: Jim Schaefer; two sisters and two brothers. Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday (TONIGHT), Jan. 13, 2006, at 6 p.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Matt Simonar will officiate. Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 4 p.m. until the time of mass. The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, January 2006
JOSEPH "JOE" WACHAL Joseph (Joe) Wachal, faithful husband of Helen and loving father of Jan, Pat, Karyl, Don, Gene went to his heavenly reward on Wednesday, January 26, 1994. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. Nicholas Johannes officiating with burial in the prish (sic) cemetery. He was a lover of baseball, of which he also played as a young man. He was a member of the Reedsville Volunteer Fire Department for many years. He operated an auto repair for a short time then returned to Manitowoc Engineering for the next 30 years. He retired in 1977. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. He was born November 14, 1910, son of the late Joseph and Mry Krall Wachal. He married Helen Kubale on May 8, 1940, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. Joe is survived by his loving wife Helen; three daughters and sons-in- law, Jan and Nick Schiesl, Pat and Tom Burkart, Karyl and Jim Schaefer; one son and daughter-in-law, Gene and Kay Wachal; two sisters and one brother-in-law and a sister-in-law, Mrs. Mayme Peroutka, Anna and Fritz Kutil, Mrs. Helen Wachal; two sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law, Earl and Phylllis Kubale and Edna Kubale; eight grandchildren and their spouses, Dean and Angie Schiesl, Michael and Brenda Schiesl, Lee Schiesl, Kelly Schiesl, Carri Burkart, Brenda and Sean Bastian, Lisa Schaefer, Brandon Wachal; seven great grandchildren, Jason, Jesse, Joshua, Joseph Schiesl, Ethan and Alivia Schiesl, Ashley Bastain, many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Donald, two sisters, Clara Kugle, Molly Havlichek, two brothers, Qirin and Alvin Wachal. Friends may call at the Weiting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4-8:30 p.m. on Friday and on Saturday 9:30-10:30 a.m. when family rites will be held. There will be a parish vigil at 8:30 p.m. Friday. Herald Times Reporter, January 27, 1994 P. A2
BERNARD WANIGER Bernard (Bud) Waniger, 57, of Collins, died Thursday evening at home. Funeral services will be held at 10:15 a.m. Monday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Waniger was born Feb. 11, 1915, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late Joseph and Theresa Brunner Waniger. He married Christina Kalista Sept. 1, 1938, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. He owned and operated a tavern in Collins since 1947. He was a member of Manitowoc County Tavern League, Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 706 and Collins Fire Dept. Survivors include his wife, a son and a daughter (Survivors omitted for privacy.); five brothers, Frank, Leo and Edward Sr., of Manitowoc, Arthur, of St. Nazianz and Adrian, of Fenwood, Wis.; three sisters, Mrs. Agnes Kaufman and Mrs. Isadore (Sal) Simon, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Mary Wolf, of DesPlaines, Ill., and four grandchildren. Three brothers, Joseph, William and Jim, preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where a prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 10, 1972 ******** (11 Feb 1915/Mar 1972/SSDI)
CHRISTINE WANIGER Christine "Tiny" Waniger, age 90, of Valders, formerly of Collins, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2006 at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers. She was born Oct. 26, 1916 at Grimms, daughter of the late John and Emma (Schultz) Kalista. On September 1, 1938 she married Bernard Waniger at Silver Lake. Along with her husband, she owned and operated Waniger's Bar in Collins until his death in 1972. She then continued to run the business until 2005. She was honored by the Manitowoc County Tavern League in 1994 and then in 1997 she was honored by the Town of Rockland for being in business for 50 years. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Clarks Mills. Christine is survived by her children, Nancy (Jerry) Schaefer of Collins, Robert (Darlene) Waniger of Clarks Mills, 5 grandchildren, Lori Janke, Scott (Rose) Schaefer, Doug (Wendy) Schoefer, Jennifer (Steve) Endries, Bobbi Jo (John) Johnson and 7 great grandchildren; a sister, Agnes Brunner of Manitowoc; a brother, James Kalista of Manitowoc and a sister-in-law, Lorie Waniger of Howards Grove. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard in 1972, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian burial was held 10:00 am on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2006 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Clarks Mills with Rev. James Jungenheimer officiated. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery in Reedsville. Friends called at the Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville from 3-7 pm on Friday, November 24, 2006 and then at the church on Saturday from 9:00 am until the time of Mass. A prayer service will be Friday evening at the funeral home at 6:30 pm. The family would like to thank the staff on the 3rd floor at Aurora Medical Center and Aurora Visiting Nurse Association. Chilton Times Journal, Nov. 30, 2006 page A11
ANNA WATTAWA Mrs. Anna B. Wattawa, 82, of 111 Sixth St., Reedsville, died early Saturday morning, May 3, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral serivces will be 10:15 a.m. Tuesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Wattawa was born Sept. 28, 1897, at Klatovy, Czechoslovakia, daughter of the late Andrew and Barbara Karas Hranicka. She was married to Charles Wattawa, June 28, 1921, at Milwaukee. He preceded her in death Dec. of 1970. Mrs. Wattawa was a member of St. Ann Chrisitan mother society of St. Mary Church. Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Mrs. Ann Denor of Reedsville, Violet and Richard Koelmel of North Miami, Fla., two grandchildren and five great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, three brothers and a sister. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, after 4 p.m. Monday, parish vigil 7 p.m. Monday, rosary by St. Ann Christian mothers. Herald Times Reporter, May 4, 1980 P.3
CHARLES W. WATTAWA Charles W. Wattawa, 82, of Reedsville, died Wednesday at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral services will be at 10:50 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Wattawa was born Oct. 31, 1888, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late Jacob and Mary Budilowsky Wattawa. He married Anna Hranicka June 28, 1921, at Milwaukee. He farmed in the Town of Rockland all his life, retiring 18 years ago and moving to Reedsville. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Mary Church. Survivors include his wife, two daughters, (private), two sisters, Caroline of Manitowoc and Christine of Milwaukee; two grandchildren and three great grand- children. Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 p.m. Friday where a wake memorial service will be held at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 17, 1970 P. 31
MARY WATTAWA Miss Mary Wattawa, 79, died Sunday evening at Ewen, Mich., where she has resided the past 25 years. Funeral services will be held at ___ a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Miss Wattawa was born Jan 6, 1879, in the Town of Rockland, daughter of the late Jacob and Mary Budelowski Wattawa. She never married. Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Anton Novak of Ewen, Mich., Caroline of Reedsville and Mrs. Harry Auschultz of Milwaukee, and two brothers, Charles and Joseph of Reedsville. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 7, 1958 P. 19
RUTH A. (MULLINS) WELCH Ruth A. Welch, age 93, currently residing at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, formerly of Grimms, died peacefully at the home of her daughter and son-in-law on the morning of Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25, 1997. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, December 29, 1997, at St. Patrick St. Mary Catholic Church in Maple Grove. Rev. Jim Massart will officiate with burial at St. Mary cemetery, Reedsville. She was born September 30, 1904, in Maple Grove, daughter of the late William and Margaret (Sullivan) Mullins. She married Thomas Welch on October 14, 1925, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Maple Grove. Ruth and her husband Thomas farmed in Grimms until their retirement. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on October 14, 1975. She was a member of St. Patrick St. Mary Catholic Church in Maple Grove, a lifetime member of St. Patrick's Altar Society and the Grimms Helping Hands Homemaker for over 65 years. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in law, one daughter-in-law, six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and one sister-in-law. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas; one son, LeRoy; one son-in-law, Frank Trinka; four sisters; two brothers; other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 3-8 p.m. Sunday and on Monday at the funeral home from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. There will be a prayer vigil at 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Ruth will be fondly remembered for her "Irish Wit", her Sheepshead skills and her beautiful crocheting. Ruth aged in a way we wish for all of us, with dignity and enjoying life to the fullest. Celebrate her life because she influenced so much of what we are today and lives on in our memories. We loved her and always will. The family of Ruth Welch would like to thank the staff and residents of St. Mary's Home, Center One, for all their love and support given to mom during the past two and a half years. Herald Times Reporter, December 27, 1997 (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
THOMAS W. WELCH Thomas W. Welch, 77, of Grimms, died Saturday afternoon, August 11, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove. The Rev. Alois Pimeskern will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Reedsville. Mr. Welch was born Dec. 17, 1901 at Grimms, son of the late Edmund and Margaret O'Brien Welch. He married Ruth Mullins Oct. 14, 1925, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove. A retired farmer, Mr. Welch was also a former Manitowoc County jailer, a security guard at Mirro Corporation, and a Manitowoc County deputy for 37 years. He was former president of Manitowoc County Baseball League, lifetime member of Reedsville Alumni Association and a member of St. Patrick Holy Name Society. Mr. and Mrs. Welch celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in October of 1975. Survivors include his wife, Ruth, a son and daughter-in-law, two daughters and sons-in-law, three sisters, six grand- children, and a great grandson. Three sisters and a son-in-law, Frnak(sic) Trinka, preceded him in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 o'clock this Monday afternoon, where a prayer service will be at 8 o'clock and the Rosary will be recited at 8:30 o'clock by the Holy Name Society. Herald Times Reporter, August 13, 1979 (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
AUDREY MAE WENZEL Audrey Wenzel, three-year-old daughter of Mrs. Roman Wenzel of the town of Rockland, died of pneumonia Monday evening an hour after she had been admitted to the Holy Family hospital. The child had suffered a cold last week, but was apparently recovering. Sunday afternoon she awakened from a nap and became feverish. Her condition grew steadily worse. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic church at Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the new St. Mary's cemetery near Reedsville. Audrey was born on October 3, 1937, in the town of Rockland, three miles southwest of Reedsville. Her father died a few months after she was born. Survivors are Mrs. Wenzel; two brothers, Kenneth, 7 and Ronald, 6; and the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Wenzel and Joseph Jerabek Sr., all of the town of Rockland Manitowoc Herald Times, March 4, 1941 p.2 ******* Funeral rites were held Thursday morning for Audrey Wenzel, daughter of Mrs. Roman Wenzel, who died last week at the Holy Family hospital after a short illness. The services were conducted at the St. Mary�s Catholic church in Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Pallbearers were Kenneth Svacina of Grimms, John Burich of Brillion, and Joseph Jerabek and William Burch of near Reedsville. Among the friends and relatives attending the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. John Buenzow and Fred Wenzel of Two Rivers; Mr. and Mrs. Walter Oestreich, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Oestreich, and Mr. and Ms. Roland Oestreich of Manitowoc; Mr. and Mrs. Anna Fahrbach, Mrs. Ed Fahrbach, and George Fahrbach of Menasha; Mrs. Frances Naidl of Branch; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Burich of Brillion; Mrs. Anton Novak of Grimms; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Krizek of Taus; Mr. and Mrs. Julius Shupita of Kellnersville; and Joseph Burich of West Bend. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, March 11, 1941; page 5
CHARLIE WENZEL Charles Wenzel, 73, of Reedsville, died in St. Vincent's Hospital, Green Bay, Tuesday as a result of chest injuries he received April 23 when his car plunged over an embankment into a creek in a heavy fog near Brillion. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 1, 1957 p. T-7 ********* Funeral services for Charles Wenzel, 72(sic), of Reedsville, a member of the Manitowoc County Board of Supervisors who died Tuesday, were at 10 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home. The Rev. William Koutnik officiated and burial was in St. Mary Catholic Church Cemetery, Reedsville. Active pallbearers were James Daley, Glenn O'Rourke, Clarence Pingel, Clarence Wattawa, Clifford Reinemann and Dr. A.H. Junge, Members of the county board acted as honorary pallbearers. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 4, 1957 p.13
EMMA WENZEL Mrs. Emil Wenzel, 80, of Reedsville, died early Tuesday morning at home. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Thursday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating at requiem Mass. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Wenzel, nee Emma Burich, was born in the Town of Rockland April 5, 1884, daughter of the late Frank and Anna Kirch Burich. She was married Nov. 12, 1907, to M. Wenzel at St. Mary Church, Reedsville, by the Rev. Frank Kolar. The couple marked its 55th wedding anniversary in 1962. Mr. and Mrs. Wenzel farmed in the Town of Rockland until 1944 when they retired and moved to Reedsville. Mrs. Wenzel was a member of St. Ann Chrstia (sic) Mothers Altar Society. Surviving are the husband, a sister, Mrs. John Kubale, and a brother, Joseph Burich, of Reedsville and two grandchildren. A son, Roman, and a granddaughter preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. by members of the society and parish. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, April 21, 1964 P. 5
EMIL WENZEL Emil Wenzel, 95, of Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc, a former Reedsville resident, died Thursday at the home. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Buresh will officiate with burial in Reedsville Cemetery. Mr. Wenzel was born June 3, 1880, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late August and Minnie Wenzel. He married Emma Burich Nov. 12, 1907, at St. Mary Church, Reedsville. He farmed in the Town of Rockland until 1944 when he moved to Reedsville. Mrs. Wenzel preceded him in death. Survivors include two grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and a sister- in-law, Mrs. Agnes Miller, of Brillion. A son, Roman, six brothers, a sister and a granddaughter preceded him in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday where a parish prayer service will be at 8 p.m. by Father Buresh. Herald Times Reporter, Friday, July 25, 1975 P. 3
JENNIE WENZEL Mrs. Charles Wenzel, 86, of Reedsville, died Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic church, Reedsville. The Rev. Karl Buresh will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. Wenzel, nee Jenny Woznicke, was born May 23, 1890, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Anton and Mary Jagodensky Woznicke. She attended St. Mary School in Manitowoc. She was married to Charles Wenzel Sept. 9, 1909, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death April 20, 1957. Mrs. Wenzel was a member of the Christian Mother Society of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Survivors include a son, Leslie, of Reedsville; three daughters, Mrs. Edward (Lillian) Vesely and Miss Jean, of Reedsville and Mrs. Leonard (Caroline) Staudinger, of Cato; a sister, Mrs. Kelly Frozena, of Manitowoc; seven grand- children and 16 great grandchildren. A brother and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday where a prayer service will be conducted at 8 p.m. by Father Karl Buresh. Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday, January 12, 1977 P.3 ******* (28 May 1890/Jan 1977/SSDI)
ROMAN WENZEL Roman Wenzel, 27, Town of Rockland resident, died today at Holy Family hospital where he underwent an operation for appendicitis a week ago. Mr. Wenzel was employed on the farm of his father, Emil Wenzel, and with his family he made his home there. He was born July 24, 1910, and on May 2, 1933 he married Agnes Jerabek. The widow, three children, the youngest four months old, and his parents, survive. The children are (private). The body will be removed to the residence Sunday morning at 10 o�clock. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 9 o�clock and at 9:30 at St. Mary�s church at Reedsville. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 12, 1938 P. 4
ROBERT C. WILHELM Robert C. Wilhelm, 53, of 635 Menasha Street, Reedsville, died unexpectedly Wednesday, June 29, 1988 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Saturday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. John Becker will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Mr. Wilhelm was born April 17, 1935 in rural Reedsville, son of Frances Burisch Wilhelm and the late Frank Wilhelm. He married Marjorie Miller on August 12, 1959, at Brillion. Mr. Wilhelm served in the United States Army in Germany and was also employed at Tecumseh Products in New Holstein from 1963-1976. He then owned and operated Wilhelm's Resale Stores in Reedsville, Cato and Hilbert until the time of his death. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Survivors include his wife, Marjorie; two sons, Randall Wilhelm of Manitowoc and Kenneth Wilhelm of Reedsville; two daughters, Cynthia Hill of Green Bay and Sandra Wilhelm of Reedsville; his mother, Frances Wilhelm of Reedsville; two brothers, Lester of Green Bay and Donald of Polifka Corners; three sisters, Dorothy Wagner of Reedsville, Rita Leinsmeier of Branch and Kathleen Wilhelm of Reedsville and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a nephew, David Wilhelm. Friends may call at Wieting-Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, 5:30 pm to 9 pm Friday and on Saturday from 8 am to 10 am when family rites will be held. Parish vigil Friday evening at 7:30 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., June 30, 1988 page 23
ROBERT H. WILLEMS Robert "R.H." Willems, age 77, of Reedsville, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2008, at Manor Care East in Green Bay. He was born on April 14, 1931, in Kiel, son of the late John and Leona (Wiskerchen) Willems. He married Ruth Mullins on Nov. 28, 1953, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Manitowoc. R.H. served in the Korean War, and then was involved in the sales of agricultural and industrial equipment. He was a member of Holy Family Parish in Brillion, The Reedsville Lions Club, American Legion Post 199 Reedsville, The Reedsville Village Board, Reedsville Housing Authority, and the Knights of Columbus. He is survived by his wife: Ruth; and their children: Greg (Jeanne) Willems of Rothschild and their children, Ted of Minneapolis, Minn., and Maggie of Madison; Mary (Tom) Pfeffer of Appleton and their children, Kate (Jon) Bleier of Madison, and Angela, also of Madison; Jack (Jan) Willems of Reedsville and their children, Sam and Conner of Reedsville; and three sisters-in-law: Jan Thiesen and Dorothy Mullins of Manitowoc; as well as Darlene Mullins of Brownsville. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Jim and Carmen Mullins; Paul Mullins; Barney and Val Mullins; Phillip Mullins; Joe Shimek; and Erv Thiesen. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2008, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Mathew Simonar will officiate. Burial will be in the St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call at the church in Brillion on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, from 4 to 8 p.m., and again at the church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass. The Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion is assisting the family with arrangements. The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses at St. Vincent Hospital and the entire staff at Manor Care East for their compassion and care during Dad's illness. Herald Times Reporter, July 22, 2008
RUTH WILLEMS Ruth Louise (Mullins) Willems, age 78, of Reedsville, passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 14, 2009, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. She was born on July 1, 1930, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Maurice and Louise (Dietrich) Mullins. Ruth married Robert "RH" Willems on Nov. 28, 1953, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Manitowoc. She worked at the Brillion Iron Works for many years. Ruth was a member of Holy Family Parish in Brillion, the Reedsville Lioness Club, Reedsville American Legion Auxiliary, and bridge club for many years. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Ruth was preceded in death by her husband: Robert, on July 21, 2008; her parents; her stepmother: Elizabeth Mullins; brothers; sisters; and mother- in-law and father-in-law: Jim and Carmen Mullins; Barney and Val Mullins; Paul Mullins; Phillip Mullins; Joe Shimek; and Erv Theisen. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, March 20, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Mathew Simonar will officiate. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call at the church on Thursday, March 19, 2009, from 4 until 8 p.m., and then again on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass. There will be a parish prayer service at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday evening. The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements. Her children wish to thank the doctors and nurses at St. Vincent Hospital and the entire staff at Manor Care East for the wonderful care they gave to Mom. Herald Times Reporter, March 17, 2009
GERTRUDE WIMMER Mrs. Emil (Gertrude) Wimmer, 76, of 714 Menasha St., Reedsville, died Wednesday evening, Dec. 10, at Chilton Village Nursing Home. Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Wimmer was born July 1, 1904, in the town of Rockland, daughter of the late Frank and Mary Manlick Kubale. She was married to Emil Wimmer June 10, 1924, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. She was a member of St. Ann Christian Mothers Society. Survivors include her husband; two daughters and sons-in-law, Bernice and John Mullins of Marshfield, and Audrey and Milton Krase of Sheboygan Falls; two brothers, Raymond Kubale of Luexemburg and Earl Kubale of South Bend, Ind.; two sisters, Mrs. Marie Ottlein and Mrs. Helen Wachal of Reedsville; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Celia Kubale of Reedsville; eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Clarence Kubale. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday where a St. Ann Christian Mothers Rosary will be at 7 p.m. followed by a parish vigil at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, December 11, 1980 P.3
EMIL WIMMER Emil A. Wimmer, age 92, of 714 Menasha St., Reedsville, died Tuesday, May 25, 1993, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc, after a short illness. Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Friday, May 28, 1993, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. Father Nicholas Johannes will officate with burial in the parish cemetery. He was born January 5, 1901, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Michael and Theresa Stauber Wimmer. He married Gertrude Kubale, June 10, 1924, in Reedsville. He was a cheesemaker for many years and also worked at the Calumet Dutch Canning company until he retired. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville,and the Catholic Knights. Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law, Audrey Krase, Sheboygan Falls, Bernice and John Mullins, Marshfield; eight grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gertrude, December 10, 1980; a son-in-law, Milton Krase; two great grandchildren; two sisters and seven brothers. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, and on Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. when family rites will be held. Herald Times Reporter, May 26, 1993 P. A2
ALBERT A. WOLF (d. 1977) Albert A. Wolf, 84, of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, died late Saturday afternoon at Park Lawn Home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. John Hephner will officiate with graveside services at 1:30 p.m. at St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Mr. Wolf was born Dec. 14, 1982 (sic), at Sherwood, Wis., son of the late Anton and Elizabeth Wolf. He was educated in Sherwood area schools and married Clara Remiker in 1920. She preceded him in death in 1959. He had been employed at Nelesen Plumbing Co. until his retirement. He married Helen Kelley in 1965. She preceded him in death in 1969. Mr. Wolf was an active member of Manitowoc Senior Citizens and a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church. Survivors include a son, Albert Jr., of Green Bay; three daughters, Mrs. Richard (Charlotte) Kieffer and Mrs. Leonard (Germaine) Vanden Busch, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Robert (Virginia) Adams, of Milwaukee; two sisters, Mrs. Michael (Mayme) Laver, of Clintonville and Mrs. Joseph (Olga) Heimerl, of Oshkosh, 11 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Three brothers, a sister and a grandchild preceded him in death. Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Monday evening, where a prayer service will be at 8 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, May 23, 1977 P. 3 ******* (Note: His birth year is incorrect in the obituary) ******* (b. 14 Dec. 1892/d. May 1977/SSDI)
ALBERT WOLF JR. (d. 2004) Albert A. "Al" Wolf Jr., 75, Green Bay, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2004, at Manor Care East. Albert was born on Sept 20, 1928, in Reedsville, to the late Albert Sr. and Clara (Remiker) Wolf. On August 27, 1949, he married the former Fern E. Grimm at St. Mary Catholic Church in Reedsville. He was a member of St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church in Green Bay where he served as an usher. He worked for Midland Cooperatives for over 40 years. For the remainder of his working years, he enjoyed truck driving. His favorite pastimes were Stock Car Races, especially cheering on his son, Jon. He also enjoyed babysitting his neighbor's dogs, Percy and Spike. He will be sadly missed by his wife of nearly 55 years, Fern; sons, Greg and Jon as well as Jon's children, Angela and Adam, and Jon's step-daughter, Mandi (Matt) Mincheski, and their son, Damon; daughter, Sheri (Wayne) Baumgartner and their son, Kyle; three sisters, Charlotte (Richard) Kieffer, Germaine Vandenbusch and Virginia (Robert) Adams; many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law as well as many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one son, James. Friends may call at Proko-Wall Funeral Home and Crematory, 1630 E. Mason St., on Friday from 5-8 p.m. Parish Prayer Service at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Visitation will continue at church on Saturday from 9-10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 312 Victoria St., on Saturday, August 21, 2004, at 10 a.m. with Fr. Larry Canavera officiating. Burial at St. Mary Church Cemetery in Reedsville.
CLARA WOLF Mrs. Albert Wolf Sr., 82, of Reedsville, died early Wednesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a stroke earlier in the week. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. William Koutnik will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Wolf was born March 17, 1897, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late Frank and Theresa Vogel Remiker. She was married to Albert Wolf Sept. 28, 1920, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The couple lived in Reedsville. She was a member and past president of the St. Ann Altar Society of St. Mary Church. She was active in civic affairs for a number of years. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, (private); a son, (private); a brother, Louis of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; a half-brother, Norbert Remiker of Madison; two half-sisters, Miss Mary Holly of Milwaukee and Mrs. Emma Zoeller of Hales Corners, Wis.; and nine grandchildren. A daughter and brother preceded her in death. Friends may call after 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday by the St. Anne Altar Society. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 15, 1959 P. 15
JAMES WOLF Dies After Fall From High Chair - Reedsville Child Victim of Accident James, 15 month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Wolf, Jr., who fell from a high chair in the Wolf home Thursday afternoon suffered injries and died while being rushed to St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. The parents were at home at the time. The boy managed to rise up in the chair and suddenly lost his balance and fell forward to the floor. The child never regained consciousness. Funeral services were held at 2:15 pm Saturday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 2:30 pm at St. Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. William Koutnik will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Surviving are the parents, two brothers, Gregory, 3 and a twin brother, John; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Reinhardt Grimm of Maple Grove. Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., June 4, 1954 page 1
FRED YOUNG Fred S. Young, 85, of Reedsville, died Tuesday evening at the home of a son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Young, at New Rochelle, Ill., after a long illness. He suffered a stroke there last fall while attending the wedding of a grandson and could not be moved. Funeral services will be at 9:15 a.m. Saturday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. He was born Sept. 5, 1872, at Hartford, Wis., and March 30, 1910, married the former Mary Franz at Reedsville. He operated a meat market in Reedsville for 45 years and after leaving that business was active in several other (rest of sentence illegible)..illness. He was also village assessor at Reedsville for 18 years. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Mary Church. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Lawrence of Rochelle, Ill., Kenneth of Green Bay and Cyril of Milwaukee: sister, Mrs. Louis Christanilli of Norway, Mich.; two brothers, Alfred of Hollywood, Cal., and Clarence of Watertown, Wis.; and eight grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 o'clock this Friday evening. Herald Times Reporter, January 10, 1958 p.11
KENNETH JOHN YOUNG Kenneth "Kenny" Young, age 89, Green Bay, died Monday, Feb. 26, 2007, at a hospital in Sarasota, Fla. Born in Reedsville, July 18, 1917, he is the son of the late Fred and Mary (Franz) Young. He married the former Marie C. Phillip on June 21, 1941, in Maple Grove at St. Patrick's Church and then moved to Green Bay. Kenny enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1943 during World War II, where he served both in the Atlantic and Pacific Theatres. He worked for Cleereman Machine for 30 years before and after the war. Then he worked 10 years at Machine Specialists and retired. Kenny was a gardener and an avid fisherman, particularly for trout in northern Wisconsin and on trips to Canada. He was a longtime member of Saints Peter and Paul Church, the American Legion Post 11 in Green Bay, and the VFW Post 6179 in Cato. He is survived by his wife: Marie, of Green Bay; sister-in-law: Hazel Young, of Milwaukee; many nieces and nephews. Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; infant brother: Clarence; two brothers and one sister-in-law: Lawrence (Beulah) Young and Cyril Young. Visitation will be held at Malcore Funeral Home, University Ave. at Baird St., Green Bay, on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2007, at Saints Peter and Paul Church, Green Bay, with Monsignor Roy Klister officiating. Military honors will follow. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery in Reedsville. Go to malcorefuneral home.com to send a condolence to the family. Herald Times Reporter, March 2, 2007
MARY YOUNG Mrs. Fred Young, 80, of Reedsville, died Monday evening at Heartside Nursing Home, Brown Deer. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Thursday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Young, nee Mary Franz, was born Oct. 3, 1889, at Milwaukee, daughter of the late John and Anna Stazek Franz. She was married to Fred Young in March, 1910, at Reedsville. She is a member of St. Ann's Christian Mothers Society of St. Mary Church. Her husband preceded her in death in 1958. Survivors include three sons, Lawrence, of Rochelle, Ill., Cyril, of Brown Deer, and Kenneth, of Green Bay, eight grandchildren and nine great grand- children. Two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Wednesday, where a memorial service will be at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 17, 1970
ALAN ZAHORIK Allan (sic) Zahorik, 27, of Reedsvile, died Saturday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 9:45 p.m. Tuesday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Edward Radey will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary Church Cemetery. Mr. Zahorik was born Oct. 26, 1948, in Reedsville, son of Joseph Zahorik and Juanita Schulz Zahorik. Survivors include his parents and four brothers, Donald, Larry, Dale and Gary Zahorik, of Reedsville. A brother, James, preceded him in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 o�clock this evening where a parish prayer will be held at 8 o�clock by Father Radey. Herald Times Reporter, June 14, 1976 P. 13
ANNA ZAHORIK Mrs. Joseph Zahorik, 69, nee Ann Novak, died Thursday night at the home in Reedsville. Funeral services will be held at 9:15 a.m. Monday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:30 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. William Koutnik will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. She was born in Reedsville in 1882 and in 1910 was married to Mr. Koutnik, an employe of the Reinemann elevator in the village. She was a member of the St. Ann Altar Society of the St. Mary congregation. Survivors are the husband; daughter, Mrs. Thomas Wells of Oak Park, Ill.; three sons, Ernst of Chicago, Edward of Milwaukee and Joseph Jr., of Reedsville; eight sisters, Mrs. Mary Koudelka of Milwaukee, Mrs. Emma Kohout, Mrs. Joseph Kubale of Reedsville, Mrs. Henry Fossbender of Summit Lake, Wis., Mrs. Al Boyle of Browndeer, Langlade County, Mrs. Edward Stangel of Antigo and Mrs. Louis Burich and Mrs. Joseph Kirch of Manitowoc; six brothers, John of Montana, Joseph and Ralph of Milwaukee, Charles of Reedsville, Louis of Evergreen Park, Ill., and Anton of Grimms; and seven grandchildren. Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home after 7 p.m. Saturday where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 9, 1951 P. 12 ********* Miss Anna Novak and Jos. J. Zahorik were married at Reedsville last Monday. Brillion News, Fri., Jan. 28, 1910
ERNIE ZAHORIK Mr. Ernie C. Zahorik, age 85, of 1376 N. 16th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, December 3, 1995, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 6, 1995, at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Gerald Foley with burial in the St. Mary's Cemetery, Reedsville. Military Graveside Rites will be held by Otto Oas VFW Post #659. He was born November 11, 1910, in Reedsville, son of the late Joseph and Anna Novak Zahorik. He graduated from Reedsville High School and DeVry Institute of Electronics, Chicago. He served with the United States Army in the South Pacific from 1942 to 1946. He married Rita M. Nachtwey, November 25, 1937, in Cooperstown. Ernie was an electrician for the Burger Boat Compnay (sic) and then the Manitowoc Company from where he retired in 1972 after 25 years of employment. Ernie loved most sports including baseball and football. He also was an avid bowler. Ernie was a member of the Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Otto Oas VFW Post #659 and the Electrician's Union. Survivors include his wife, Rita; two brothers, Edward (Mary) Zahorik, Milwaukee, Joseph (Juanita) Zahorik, Reedsville; brothers and sisters- in-law include, Wilber (Evelyn) Wojta, Marie Moyer, all of Manitowoc, Al (Lucille) Nachtwey, Green Bay; special nieces and nephews, include, Rita (Don) Kohlbeck, Ellen (Jerry) Christel, Bill (Jane) Wojta, all of Manitowoc; also many other dear nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his sister, Helen Wells. Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. led by Deacon Donald Schneider. Safely Home I am home in Heaven, dear ones, Oh so happy and so bright There is perfect joy and beauty In this everlasting light. All the pain and grief is over Every restless tossing passed I am now at peace forever Safely home in Heaven at last. Did you wonder I so calmly Trod the valley of the shade Oh but Jesus love illumened Every dark and freaful glade. And He came Himself to meet me In that way so hard to tread and with Jesus' arm to lean on Could I have one doubt or dread? Then you must not grieve so sorely For I love you dearly still Try to look beyond Earth's shadows Pray to trust our Father's will. There is work still waiting for you So you must not idly stand Do it now while life remaineth You shall rest in Jesus' hand. When your work is all completed He will gently call you home Oh the rapture of that meeting Oh the joy to see you come? Herald Times Reporter, December 4, 1995 P. A2
JAMES ZAHORIK James Zahorik, 16, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Zahorik Jr., of Reedsville died at Holy Family hospital, Manitowoc, early Friday morning following a two weeks illness. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The deceased was born April 18, 1941, in the Town of Rockland and was a sophomore at Reedsville High School. He was manager of the football and basketball teams and a member of the Camera Club. He was also a Herald- Times newspaper carrier in Reedsville. Surviving in addition to his parents are five brothers (Survivors omitted for privacy.) at home, and a paternal grandfather Joseph Zahorik Sr., of Reedsville. Friends may call at the funeral home after 9 a.m. Sunday. The rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, October 18, 1957 P.15
JOSEPH ZAHORIK (d. 1958) Joseph Zahorik Sr., 73, of Reedsville died early Thursday morning at the home of his son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Zahorik, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Zahorik was born Oct. 21, 1885, in the Town of Franklin and married the former Anna Novak Jan. 25, 1910, at Reedsville. He was employed at the Ed Reinemann and Sons Elevator in Reedsville until his retirement in 1953. His wife preceded him in death in November, 1951. Mr. Zahorik was a member of the Holy Name Society of the church and of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin. Survivors include three sons, Ernest of Manitowoc, Edward of Milwaukee and Joseph Jr., of Reedsville; daughter, Mrs. Thomas Wells of Oak Park, Ill.; three half sisters, Mrs. Christina Dugan of Rt. ? Cato, and Mrs. Mary Becker and Mrs. Josephine Lee of Milwaukee; two half-brothers, John Vechart of Brillion and Mike Vechaart of Two Rivers and eight grandchildren. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 and 8:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 15, 1958 p. 25 ********* Miss Anna Novak and Jos. J. Zahorik were married at Reedsville last Monday. Brillion News, Fri., Jan. 28, 1910
JUANITA C. ZAHORIK Juanita C. Zahorik Juanita C. Zahorik, age 89, a resident of Reedsville, entered eternal rest on Aug. 26, 2006, following congestive heart failure. She was born on March 10, 1917, in the town of Rockland, daughter of the late Henry and Clara (Haelfrisch) Schulz. Juanita graduated from Reedsville High School with the class of 1934. On Sept. 28, 1940, she married Joseph Zahorik, Jr. who preceded her in death on March 15, 1996. They raised their family of six boys and she was employed in the Dietary Department of Holy Family Hospital from 1957 to 1970. Love of God, family and home were her priorities. She also enjoyed her flower garden. She was a member of Holy Family Parish in Brillion, Maple Rock Homemakers and the Reedsville Senior Citizens Club. She is survived by four sons and three daughters-in-law, two grandchildren and four great grandchildren; Donald and Shelly Zahorik and Larry and Janice Zahorik of Reedsville, Dale and Lori Zahorik, Madison and Gary Zahorik, Reedsville, Paul and Pam Zahorik and their children, Abigail and Joey of Reedsville, Keith and Dana Zahorik and their children, James and Jenna, also of Reedsville, and one sister-in-law, Clarice Schulz of Reedsville, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph, a son, James, in 1957, a son, Alan, in 1976, a brother, Milford Schulz, two sisters and brothers-in-law, Cina and Louis Klann, Lillian and Lester Schmid, her mother-in-law and father-in- law, Joe and Anna Zahorik, Sr., three brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Ernie and Rita Zahorik, Helen and Tom Wells and Ed and Mary Zahorik. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 30 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Matthew Simonar will officiate. Burial will be in the St. Mary Cemetery, Reedsville. Visitation will be on Tuesday, Aug. 29, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville and then at the CHURCH on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. There will be a prayer service at the funeral home Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Juanita would like to thank family, neighbors and friends for their love, kindness and help during her life aging process. God Bless you all. Special neighbors Jeff and Vermae Zutz were a great help, as well as friend Carol Lowe. Memorials would be appreciated to Holy Family Parish in Brillion. Herald Times Reporter, August 2006
RITA ZAHORIK Rita M. Zahorik, age 90, a Manitowoc resident, died Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005 at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. Rita was born April 1, 1914 at Pine Grove, daughter of the late Mark and Josephine (Steinbrecher) Nachtwey. She grew up and was educated in Cooperstown, attended St. James School and graduated from Denmark High School with the class of 1933. In 1934, she graduated from the LeClair College of Cosmetology in Milwaukee. During her 50-year career as a cosmetologist, Rita was employed in beauty salons in Milwaukee, Manitowoc, Reedsville, Monterey, Calif., and Chicago. She owned and operated Yvonne Beauty Salon in Manitowoc until her retirement. On Nov. 25, 1937, she married Ernie Zahorik in St. James Catholic Church at Cooperstown. Ernie preceded her in death Dec. 3, 1995. Rita was a member of Holy Innocents Parish, the Christian Women of the parish and was a Eucharistic minister. She was past president and a member of the VFW Otto Oas Post #659 Auxiliary since 1946. She enjoyed bowling, working in her flower garden and was devoted to her church. Survivors include special nieces and nephews: Rita (Don) Kohlbeck, Ellen (Gerald) Christel, Bill (Jane) Wojta and other dear nieces and nephews; two sisters-in-law: Lucille Nachtwey, Green Bay; and Juanita Zahorik, Reedsville; close friends: Betty and Fritz Gaedke; close neighbors: Ruth and Charles Indestad and Cindy and David Pech. In addition to her parents and husband, Ernie, Rita is preceded in death by three brothers: Roman, Norman and Al Nachtwey; four sisters: Mildred Schuster, Marie Moyer, Evelyn Wojta and Marion Wagner. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2005 at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Waldo Boulevard at North 14th Street, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Foley will officiate with burial of her cremated remains at a later date. Relatives and friends will gather after 10 a.m. Wednesday to the time of liturgy at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Roncalli High School would be appreciated. Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, 2005
AGNES ZEMAN Mrs. Emil Zeman, 81, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a brief illness. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Adolph Dolezal officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Zeman, the former Agnes Spatchek, was born Oct. 8, 1883, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late John and Catherine Foreyt Spatchek. She was married to Mr. Zeman Oct. 12, 1911, at St. Mary Church. The copule farmed in the Town of Maple Grove. She was a member of St. Anne Altar Society and Branch 80, Catholic Knights of Wisconsin. Surviving are two sons, Clarence at home and Gilbert, of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. John Kakes, of Mishicot; two sisters, Mrs. Anton Tikalsky, of Reedsville and Mrs. Frances Hajek, of Riverdale, Md.; four brothers, John, of Brillion, Joseph and Steven, of Reedsville and CHalres, of Sheboygan; four grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Her husband and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Friday where at 8 p.m. the Rosary will be recited. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 6, 1965 P. 14 ******** Last Tuesday, Oct. 10th at 10 o'clock Miss Agnes Spatchek and Emil Zeman of Cooperstown were united in marriage by Rev. F. Kolar in St. Mary's church at Reedsville. The bride wore a white messaline dress and carried white roses. They were attended by Miss Carrie Spatchek and Willie Pritzl and Libbie Zeman and John Spatchek. After the ceremony a wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Spatchek. In the evening a wedding dance was given at Krizenesky's Hall. Mr. and Mrs. Zeman will make their home at Maribel. Brillion News, Fri., Oct. 13, 1911
CLARENCE ZEMAN Clarence E. Zeman, 78, of Shady Lane Nursing Home, Manitowoc, formerly Reedsville, died Monday, May 27, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. Father Michael Johannes officiating and burial will be in the parish cemetery. He was born July 17, 1912, in Sauk City, son of the late Emil and Agnes Spatchek Zeman. He farmed in the town of Maple Grove his entire lifetime. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Survivors include two nieces, Betty Lodl of Two Rivers, Janice Zima of Mishicot; one nephew, Scott Zeman of Manitowoc; one sister-in-law, Shirley Zeman of Manitowoc; one brother-in-law, John Kakes of Francis Creek. He was preceded in death by one sister, Evelyn Kakes, one brother, Gilbert Zeman, and one niece, Lynn Osterloth. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4-9 p.m. Wednesday and on Thursday from 7:45 to 10 a.m. when family rites will be held. Parish vigil at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Herald Times Reporter, May 28, P. B8
EMIL ZEMAN Emil Zeman, 72, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, Town of Maple Grove, died Saturday afternoon at his home following a heart attack. Funeral services will be at ?:45 a.m. Tuesday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. He was born May ??, 1885, at..(line underinked)�..erstown, son of the late Joseph and Rose Korinek Zeman. He married Agnes Spatchek of the Town of Maple Grove Oct. 10, 1911, and farmed in the township for 40 years. He was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin and the Holy Name Society of St. Mary Catholic Church of Reedsville. Surviving are his wife; two sons, Clarence at home and Gilbert of Manitowoc; daughter, Mrs. John Kakes of Mishicot; two sisters, Mrs. Rose Shimek of Kellnersville and Mrs. Mary Franz of California; three grandchildren and a great grandchild. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited by the Holy Name Society at 8 p.m. and by the Catholic Knights at 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 25, 1957 P. 27 ******** Last Tuesday, Oct. 10th at 10 o'clock Miss Agnes Spatchek and Emil Zeman of Cooperstown were united in marriage by Rev. F. Kolar in St. Mary's church at Reedsville. The bride wore a white messaline dress and carried white roses. They were attended by Miss Carrie Spatchek and Willie Pritzl and Libbie Zeman and John Spatchek. After the ceremony a wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Spatchek. In the evening a wedding dance was given at Krizenesky's Hall. Mr. and Mrs. Zeman will make their home at Maribel. Brillion News, Fri., Oct. 13, 1911