ALBERT E. GARTZKE Albert E. Gartzke, 88, of Kiel, died Monday, March 18, 1996 at Calumet Homestead Rehabilitation Center, New Holstein. He was born June 21, 1907 in Centerville, son of the late Julius and Emma Kono Gartzke. He attended schools in Centerville and New Holstein. On Oct. 23, 1926 he married Verla Wagenknecht at St. Peter United Church of Christ in Kiel. She preceded him in death on Nov. 16, 1975. He farmed in the Kiel area and also was an agent for the Standard Oil Co. for the Kiel area prior to his retirement in 1972. He was a faithful member of St. Peter UCC, Kiel, where he served on consistory, ushers group and assisted with the church landscaping for many years. He was also a member of the Kiel Athletic Association, Kiel and Manitowoc County Fish and Game Association, Kiel Development committee, Manitowoc County Committee on Aging and very active in Kiel Senior Citizens groups and Meals on Wheels Program. Survivors include one son, three grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Lucille Schwartz of Howards Grove; nieces, nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Elmer, Walter and Harry. Funeral services were held at St. Peter UCC in Kiel. The Rev. Raymond C. Coombs officiated the services. Burial will be in the Kiel City Cemetery. A memorial has been established in his name. Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home of Kiel is assisting the family. EMMA L. GARTZKE Mrs. Emma Gartzke, 104, a resident of Calumet Homestead, New Holstein, since 1971, died there Friday evening. The former Emma Kono was born in Cleveland on Sept, 22, 1879, daughter of John and Louise Schroeder Kono. She attended Cleveland grade school. She married Julius Gartzke on Dec. 8, 1896, at Cleveland. He died December 30, 1960. Mrs. Gartzke was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein and the Germania Insurance Group of Chilton. Survivors are four sons, Elmer and Walter, both of New Holstein; Albert of Kiel and Harry of Sheboygan Falls; a daughter, Mrs. Oliver (Lucille) Schwartz of Howards Grove; six grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a grandchild, two brothers and two sisters. No newspaper named, March 1984 ******** Emma Gartzke, 104, of Calumet Homestead, New Holstein, died Friday evening, March 2, at Calumet Homestead. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein. The Rev. Victor Kuerschner pastor will officiate and burial will be in Kiel City Cemetery. Mrs. Gartzke was born Sept. 22, 1879, at Cleveland, Wis., Manitowoc County, daughter of the late John and Louise Schroeder Kono. She was married to Julius Gartzke, Dec. 8, 1898, at Cleveland. He preceded her in death Dec. 30, 1960. Mrs. Gartzke was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein. Survivors include four sons, Elmer and Walter of New Holstein, Albert of Kiel and Harry of Sheboygan Falls; a daughter, Mrs. Oliver (Lucille) Schwarz of Howards Grove; six grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren. Besides her parents and husband she was preceded in death by a grandchild, two brothers and two sisters. Friends may call at Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein, 12 noon Monday until the time of services. Memorials may be made in her name. Erbe-Evjen Funeral Home, New Holstein, is in charge of funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, March 4, 1984 P. 3
JULIUS R. GARTZKE Julius R. Gartzke, 85, of New Holstein, died Friday afternoon at home after an illness of three months. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein, the Rev. E.J. Zanow officiating. Burial will be in Kiel City Cemetery. Mrs. Gartzke was born Sept. 25, 1875, at Milwaukee, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Julius Gartzke. He was educated at Milwaukee elementary schools and worked as a coremaker at Lauson Company of New Holstein for 32 years. He married Emma Kono Dec. 8, 1898, at Hika, (Cleveland), Manitowoc County, and they lived at New Holstein. He was a member of the Quarter Century Club of Lauson Company and also a member of Zion Lutheran Church. Six brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife; four sons, Elmer and Walter of New Holstein, Albert of Kiel and Harry of Sheboygan Falls; a daughter, Mrs. Oliver Schwartz of Howards Grove; a brother, Albert of Milwaukee; seven grandchildren and five great grand- children. Friends may call at Erbe Hoffman Funeral Home, New Holstein, from 2 p.m. Sunday until 10 a.m. Monday and at the church from noon until time of service. Memorials may be sent to the Zion Lutheran Church building fund. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 31, 1960 P. 14
VERLA GARTZKE Mrs. Albert E. Gartzke, 68, 632 Paine St., Kiel, died early Sunday at Memorial Hospital. The former Verla Wagenknecht was born May 2, 1907 in Kiel, a daughter of Gustave and Lydia Strassburger Wagenknecht. She attended Kiel schools. On Oct. 23, 1926 she was married to Mr. Gartzke at St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel. The couple located in Kiel where he was an agent for the Standard Oil Co. for 30 years. Mrs. Gartzke was employed at the Kiel Cleaners for 25 years. She was a member of St. Peter UCC. Survivors include her husband, a son, three grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Raymond Hoeft, Granton, and Mrs. Donald Renk, Shiocton, and a brother, Raymond, Kiel. A brother preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at St. Peter UCC, the Rev. John F. Baumann, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Kiel Cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, from 4 p.m. Tuesday until 11 a.m. Wednesday and at the church from noon until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established in Mrs. Gartzke’s name for St. Peter UCC. The Sheboygan Press - Monday, November 17, 1975 – P. 14 ******* (02 May 1907/Nov 1975/SSDI)
CELIA E. GAST Celia Gast, 76, of 1034 First St., Kiel, died Saturday morning Feb. 3, 1990, at her home. The former Celia Wolf was born March 10, 1913, in the Town of Woodville, Calumet County, the daughter of Andrew and Dora Engel Wolf. She attended school in Brillion and was a graduate of the former Normal School in Kaukauna. On June 22, 1935 she married Gilbert Gast in Brillion. Mrs. Gast taught elementary school for three years in the Town of Charlestown. She also was a substitute teacher in the Kiel School System and served as a tutor for handicapped children in the Kiel area. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, Kiel, where she taught Sunday school; the Ladies Aid and the Kiel Historical Society. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Mrs. Gast was preceded in death by two sisters and one grandson. No newspaper named, 1990 ******** (10 Mar 1913/Feb 1990/SSDI)
CLIFFORD GLEN GAST Gast Infant Buried Here Sunday Afternoon Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Meiselwitz Funeral Home for Clifford Glen Gast, 5day old son of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Gast of Green Lake. The infant died in the Ripon hospital Saturday. The Rev. E. G. Behm officiated at the services and burial was in the Kiel Cemetery. Besides his parents, the infant is survived by his grandparents; Mr. and Mrs. Milton Kuether and Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Gast of this city. He also has two sets of great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Kuether of Sheboygan and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Gast of Brillion and a great great grandfather, Andrew Wolf of Brillion. Tri-County Record, March 8, 1962
DELIA GAST Mrs. Delia M. Gast, 96, of Chilton Village Nursing Home, formerly of Brillion, died Sunday at the nursing home, following a lengthy illness. She was born June 12, 1888, in the Town of Schleswig, daughter of Henry and Sophia Greve Meggers. She married Paul Gast on Oct. 15, 1910, in the Town of Schleswig. Mrs. Gast was a teacher before her marriage. The couple lived in the Kiel area until 1943, when they moved to Brillion. Mrs. Gast was a member of Faith United Methodist Church in Brillion, the United Methodist Women, Odile Chapter of Order of Eastern Star in Kaukauna, and a past matron of the Brillion chapter of Eastern Star. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Lloyd (Esther) Wolfmeyer of Brillion; a son, Gilbert of Kiel; six grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; and a brother, Emil Meggers of Manitowoc. She was preceded in death by a great grandchild and a brother. No newspaper named, June 6, 1984 ******* (12 Jun 1888/Jun 1984/SSDI)
GILBERT E. GAST Gilbert “Gibbie” W. Gast, 91, of Pardeeville passed away at the Divine Savior Healthcare Hospital on Saturday April 26, 2003. Gilbert was born in the town of Schleswig, Manitowoc County on September 29, 1911 the son of Paul and Delia (Meggers) Gast. He graduated from Kiel High School in 1929. He was united in marriage to Celia Wolf in 1935. She preceded him in death in 1990. They lived in Brillion and Kiel. Gilbert farmed and was also a mason by trade. He was well known in his trade, contracting for many structures in the Kiel area. As a past member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Kiel, Gilbert served on the church council for 12 years and was president of its AAL Branch. Gib was currently a member of Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Portage. In 1990 Gib moved to Portage and was united in marriage to Lauretta Parfitt on April 15, 1995 at the Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Portage. (Survivors omitted for privacy) No newspaper named, April 26, 2003
HENRIETTA GAST Funeral services for Mrs. Henrietta Carolina Gast, who died at the home of her son, Paul, Thursday afternoon, were held from the home at 1:30 and from St. Peter's Refomed church at 2 p.m. Monday. The Rev. Otto Saewert officiated with burial in the Kiel cemetery. The deceased was born February 28, 1852 in Theeren, Germany, and was united in marriage to Carl Gast on March 22, 1878, In 1896 the couple came to this country and settled in Kiel. In 1904 they moved onto a farm in the town of Eaton. In the fall of 1919 they moved to this city making their home with their son, Paul. Her husband preceded her in death seven years ago. She is survived by six children. They are: Mrs. Charles Schroeder and Paul Gast of this city; Otto and Herman of Milwaukee; William Gast of Conrad, Montana; and Mrs. Clemens AnhAlt of Meggers. One brother, August Kemps of Berlin, Germany, and sixteen grandchildren also mourn her death.
JOHANNA (TIMMERECK) GAST On Sunday at the home of C. Kabschul, Mrs. Johanna C. Gast – nee Timmereck died following a six month long illness. The deceased was 76 years, 10 months and 2 days old. She was born in Klein- Kosch, Pommern, Germany on June 12, 1827 and married Mr. Friedrich Gast in 1848. He died in 1871 and she has remained a widow. The marriage was blessed with four children who are all still living, three in America and one remained in Germany. In 1848 she suffered a stroke which has left nearly unable to speak. In 1892 she came to America with Kubschul and has lived in the Kiel area. Besides her four children, one brother, three sisters, 18 grandchildren and one great-grandchild survive her. The burial took place yesterday (Wednesday) at the Kiel Cemetery with Pastor Roeck officiating. Kiel Record, 1901
PAUL GAST Paul Frank Gast, 94, of 214 Parkway Drive, Brillion, died Friday at Bellin Memorial Hospital in Green Bay following a lingering illness. He was born May 10, 1885, in Berlin, Germany, son of Carl and Henrietta Knoll Gast. On October 15, 1910, he married Delia Meggers at Kiel. He farmed in the Kiel area until 1943, when he moved to Brillion. He was then employed at the Brillion Ironworks until his retirement in 1955. Mr. Gast was a member of Faith United Methodist Church of Brillion. Survivors include his wife, Delia; one daughter, Mrs. Lloyd Wolfmeyer, Brillion; one son, Gilbert, Kiel; six grandchildren nad 21 great grandchildren No newspaper named, May 1, 1980 ******* Paul Frank Gast, 94, of 214 Parkway Dr., Brillion, died Friday, April 25, at Bellin Memorial Hospital, Green Bay, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Faith United Methodist Church, Brillion. The Rev. Robert Gossett will officiate and burial will be in the Kiel Cemetery. Mr. Gast was born May 10, 1885, in Berlin, Germany, son of the late Carl and Henrietta Knoll Gast. He marrid Della Meggers Oct. 15, 1910, at Kiel and farmed in the Kiel area until 1943 when they moved to Brillion. He was them employed at Brillion Iron Works until his retirement in 1955. He was a member of Faith United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Delia, a son and daughter-in-law, Gilbert and Celia Gast of Kiel, a daughter and son-in-law, Lloyd and Esther Wolfmeyer of Brillion, six grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Three brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, after 4 p.m. Sunday until 10:30 a.m. Monday and then at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, April 25, 1980 P.3 ******* (10 May 1885/Apr 1980/SSDI)
CLARA GEBHARD Mrs. Henry Gebhard, 58, of 626 4th St., Kiel, died suddenly at her home Friday. The former Clara Schultz, she was born in Kiel Feb. 19, 1903, the daughter of the late Emil and Alvina Koeppen Schultz. She attended Kiel schools and on April 21, 1924, married Henry Gebhard at Manitowoc. They have lived in Kiel since then. Mrs. Gebhard had been employed at the Kiel Glove Co. and as part-time custodian at Kiel schools. She was a member of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Surviving are her husband; two sons, three daughters, three sisters, Mrs. Otto Strade and Mrs. Reinhold Horst, both of Millhome, and Mrs. Louis Hardman of Albequerque, N.M.; two brothers, Oscar Schultz of Glenbeulah, and Richard of Sheboygan, and 15 grandchildren. (Survivors edited for privacy) Funeral services will be held at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, at 2 p.m. Monday with Delphin Wilke, Sheboygan, as reader. Burial will be in Kiel Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday. The Sheboygan Press - Saturday, July 22, 1961 – P. 6
HENRY GEBHARD Henry F. Gebhart(sic), 85, of 626 Fourth St., Kiel, died Saturday night at Theda Clark Regional Medical Center, Neenah, where he had been a patient one day. He had been in ill health for the past several months. He was born July 10, 1897, at Hayton (Calumet County) a son of the late George and Theresa Helfrich Gebhart. He attended Charlestown schools. On April 21, 1924, he married Clara Schultz in Manitowoc. The couple lived in Kiel. She died in 1961. Mr. Gebhart was employed at the A. A. Laun Furniture Company for 38 years, retiring in 1962. He was a member of Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Kiel. Survivors are three daughters (private); two sons (private); 20 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren. Two grandchildren, three sisters and two brothers preceded him in death. No newspaper named, 1982 ******* (b. 10 Jul 1897/d. Aug 1982/SSDI)
ARWIN GERLACH (From the correspondent in Kiel, 08 Dec.) Erwin Gerlach, son of Peter Gerlach, drowned. Der Nord Westen, 17 Dec. 1896 ******* A sad case of drowning occurred at Kiel on Wednesday. Arwin Gerlach, the nine year old son of Peter Gerlach was crossing the Sheboygan River on the ice and stepped into an airhole. The boy did not return to his home for dinner and a search was made for him. His body was discovered in the river and taken to the home of his heart broken parents. Chilton Times, December 5, 1896
IDA GERLACH Funeral services for Mrs. Ida Gerlach Schoedel, 94, former Kiel and West Bend resident, who died Saturday at Wild Rose, Wis., were Tuesday afternoon at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. The Rev. Vernon E. Jaberg of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel, officiated and burial was in Kiel Cemetery. Mrs. Schoedel, nee Ida Hermina Jochmann, was born May 3, 1869, in Manitowoc county, daughter of the late Karl and Christina Lieske Jochmann. May 17, 1887, she was married to Peter Gerlach, who died in July, 1912. April 30, 1922 she was married to William Schoedel of Kiel, who preceded her in death July 14, 1955 Survivors are two sisters, Mrs. Bertha Keppler of Wild Rose and Mrs. Lena Krueger, of Sheboygan, a grandson and two great grandchildren. Two sons, Arvin and Melvin Gerlach, also preceded her in death. Two Rivers Reporter, September 4, 1963 p.T-9 ******** Marriage of Peter Gerlach and Ida Jockmann (also shown as Joshmann and Poshmann). Married May 17, 1887 at the Reformed Church, Kiel. Peter Gerlach was born in the Town of Rhine, Sheboygan County of Wilhelm Gerlach and Wilhelmine Weishsel. Ida Jockmann was born in the Town of Schleswig of Carol Jockmann and Christine Liske. ******** Marriage of William Schoedel and Ida Gerlock. Married April 30, 1922 in Manitowoc County. William Schoedel (age 60) was born in Wisconsin of Henry Schoedel and Henrietta Deanity. This was his second marriage. His first marriage was to Agnes Beyer on May 28, 1888. Agnes died on Sept. 8, 1919. Ida Gerloch (age 52) is a daughter of Carl and Christ Jockmann. This was her second marriage. Her first was to Peter Gerlock on May 17, 1887. Peter died in July of 1912. ******** (Note: Her picture is in the glass negative photos)
MELVIN A. GERLACH Melvin A. Gerlach, 57, a former Kiel resident, passed away Friday at Wausau. Born in Kiel, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Gerlach, he married Norma Fluhr of Kiel and had operated a grocery store in Elkhart Lake and at Princeton before moving to Wausau in May. Survivors are his wife and a son, two grandchildren; and his mother, Mrs. Ida Schoedel of West Bend. His father and a brother preceded him in death. Services will be held in Kiel Tuesday at 2 p.m. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home from 2 o'clock Monday until the time of rites. 1952
OLGA G. GERLACH Mrs. Olga Gerlach, 91, of 308 North St., died unexpectedly at her home Saturday afternoon. The former Olga Draeger was born March 30, 1892, in Wylie, Minn., daughter of August and Minnie Draeger. She attended school in Wylie. On June 21, 1916, she and William A. Gerlach were married at Red Lake Falls, Minn. They moved to Brillion in 1919 and to Kiel in 1934, where they operated a grocery store until 1941. Mr. Gerlach died in 1960. Mrs. Gerlach was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Kiel, and its Ladies Aid Society. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Richard (Ruth) Carstens of Kaukauna and Mrs. Wilfred (Geraldine) Schreiber of Grandview, Mo.; two sons, Howard of Clearwater, Fla., and Robert, Kiel; eight grandchildren; seven great- grandchildren; eight step-grandchildren and six great-step-grandchildren; and a brother, Fred Draeger of New Holstein. She was preceded in death by a daughter, a brother and a sister. No newspaper named, September 17, 1983 ******* (b. 30 Mar 1892/d. Sep 1983/SSDI)
PETER GERLACH Marriage of Peter Gerlach and Ida Jockmann (also shown as Joshmann and Poshmann). Married May 17, 1887 at the Reformed Church, Kiel. Peter Gerlach was born in the Town of Rhine, Sheboygan County of Wilhelm Gerlach and Wilhelmine Weishsel. Ida Jockmann was born in the Town of Schleswig of Carol Jockmann and Christine Liske. *********** From Manitowoc county death records: Peter Gerlach (v.11 p.369) Dec. 3, 1859-July 31, 1912 Son of Wm. Gerlach and Char. Weigel (both born Germany) Born Wisconsin –foreman at factory Died from “perforation perstonstis, 2 day” am not able to read the rest Buried at Kiel Cemetery *********** Yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon Mr. Peter Gerlach passed away at his home, after an operation for appendicitis had been performed the previous evening. Mr. Gerlach, who worked for Kiel Woodenware, complained of pain in his lower abdomen about one o'clock on Tuesday afternoon. He went home and called Dr. Knauf. The pain continued to increase and at 6:00 PM it was necessary to perform the operation. The infection had spread throughout, and there was little hope of his recovery. The death occurred at 1:00 PM yesterday afternoon. the deceased was 53 years old and had been born in the Town of Rhine. He married about 25 years ago and since then has lived in Kiel. He leaves behind, his father, his wife and one son. The burial will take place on Saturday afternoon with Pastor Rech officiating, at the Kiel Cemetery. ******* (Note: His picture is in the glass negative photos)
WILLIAM A. GERLACH William A. Gerlach, 73, of Kiel, died Sunday evening at home after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Kiel, the Rev, E. G. Behm, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Kiel Cemetery. Mr. Gerlach was born June 30, 1887, at Red Lake Falls, Minn., son of the late Carl and Christine Franz Kiel. He was educated at Red Lake Falls schools. He married Olga Dragar June 21, 1916, at Red Lake Falls. They moved to Brillion in 1919 and to Kiel in 1934 where he operated a grocery store until 1941. He was then employed by A. A. Laun Furniture Co., Kiel, until his retirement in 1957. Four brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Howard of Clearwater, Fla. and Robert at home: three daughters, Mrs. Joseph Ruehlman of Plymouth, Sheboygan County, Mrs. Richard Carstens of Kaukauna, Outagamie County, and Mrs. Wilfred Schreiber of Waukesha; five brothers, Ernest and Edward of Seattle, Wash., Adolph of New Uim, Minn., Carl of Los Angeles, Calif., and Augusta of Van Nuis, Calif., and seven grandchildren. Friends may call at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, after 3 p.m. Tuesday until 11 am. Wednesday and at the church from noon Wednesday until the hour of services.
HELENE GESCH Mrs. Herman Gesch of Kiel Passes Away at Hospital Here Kiel, Wis. – (Special) – Mrs. Herman Gesch, 63, died at Sheboygan Memorial hospital at 3:05 a.m. today. She was taken to the hospital Thursday morning and had been in failing health since Jan. 2 of this year. Mrs. Gesch was born Helena Weber, daughter of Frederick and Pauline Weber, Aug. 2, 1928, she was married in Berlin, Germany, in the old Lutheran church, to Herman Gesch and soon afterward settled at their present home, First and Fremont streets. Mrs. Gesch was a member of the Ladies’ Aid society of Kiel Trinity Lutheran church and a member of the church choir. She is survivied by her husband, a brother, Ernst Weber, in Germany; and five step-sons, Martin Gesch of Franklin, Walter of Milwaukee, Herman of Columbus, Ohio; William of Alton, Ill., and Kurt of Howards Grove. Six brothers preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the C.J. Meiselwitz Funeral home and at 2 o’clock at Trinity Lutheran church here. The Rev. Harold O. Grunwald will officiate and interment will be made in the Kiel City Cemetery. Friends and relatives may see the body at the Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Saturday. The Sheboygan Press - Friday, May 12, 1939 – P. 2 ******* Funeral services were held this afternoon from the Trinity Luthran church, Kiel, for Mrs. Herman Gesch, 63, of Kiel, who died in a Sheboygan hospital. Burial was in the Kiel cemetery. Mrs. Gesch, nee Helena Weber, was born in Germany in 1875 and in 1928 was married in Berlin, Germany, to Herman Gesch and soon after came to Kiel. Survivors are the widower, and five step-sons. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 15, 1939 P.2
HERMAN GESCH Herman Gesch Sr. Funeral Services Held Saturday Franklin – Funeral services for Herman Gesch, Sr., 81, who died last Thursday at his son’s home in Franklin, were held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock in the C.J. Meiselwitz Funeral home, Kiel, and at 2 o’clock in the Lutheran church, the Rev. Mr. Gruenewald officiating. Interment was in the Kiel cemetery. Pallbearers were Paul Gesch, Wilfred Gesch, Theodore Mosch, August Ehnert, Fred Ehnert, and Herman Koll. During the services the church choir sang several selections. There were many beautiful floral tributes, showing the esteem in which the aged man was held in the community. Attending the services from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Herman Gesch of Columbus, Ohio; Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gesch, Mrs. M. Schaub, Mr. and Mrs. R. Bochmann, all of Milwaukee; Mr. and Mrs. Paul Gesch, Mrs. Herman Gesch Jr., Mrs. Lester Knaack and daughter, June Gesch, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Mosch, Mr. and Mrs. Roland Hartenberger, all of Sheboygan; and Mrs. Ed. Salber of Kohler. One son, the Rev. W. C. Gesch of Orange, Calif., was unable to attend. The Sheboygan Press - Wednesday, January 6, 1943 – P. 4 *********** Herman Gesch, 78, former Kiel resident, died suddenly Thursday evening at the home of his son, Martin, in the town of Franklin, Sheboygan county. Mr. Gesch was born in Germany in 1861 and in 1884 married Miss Louise Steinbruck. In 1902 they moved to Sheboygan and later located in Kiel. Mrs. Gesch died in 1927. Mr. Gesch had made his home with his son in Franklin the past five years. Survivors are five sons, Martin of Franklin, Walter of Milwaukee, Herman Jr., of Columbus. O., the Rev. W.C. Gesch of Orange Grove, Calif., Kurt of Howards Grove; 14 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held this afternoon at 1:30 from the Meiselwitz funeral home in Kiel and at 2 o'clock from the Trinity Lutheran church. Burial was in the Kiel cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 2, 1943 P. 5
LUISE GESCH The death of Mrs. Herman Gesch, who lived on First Street, south of the bridge, occurred at 2:30 Sunday morning at her home. Her demise was due to heart disease. The Gesch family had moved to Kiel from Milwaukee in 1924. Louise Steinbruck was born in Germany August 31, 1863. She was married to Herman Gesch in the year 1885, and with her husband and family migrated to the United States in 1902, settling in Milwaukee, where the family lived until their removing to Kiel. She leaves, besides her husband, five sons: Martin at Franklin, Walter at Milwaukee, Herman at Columbus, Ohio, William at Alton, Ill., and Kurt, at Howards Grove. One sister who still lives in Germany, and fifteen grandchildren also survive her. Funeral services were held from the home Wednesday at 1:30, with interment in the Kiel cemetery. The Rev. W. A. Kuether of Louis Corners officiated. All of the sons have been at home since early in the week. Tri-County Record, July 14, 1927
FREDERICK GESSERT F.A. Gessert of Kiel Passes Away Thursday Night Kiel – Frederick Anton Gessert, 42, passed away at his home in this city at 6 p.m. Thursday of a complication of diseases which had caused him to be confined to his bed for a long period of time. He was well known as a tinner here, having spent his entire life in this vicinity and the last thirty-nine years in Kiel. Born at Plymouth, April 24, 1886, he came to Kiel with his parents at the age of two years, residing here since that time. He was united in marriage to Miss Alma Sluhr on August 9, 1911. He was a member of the Redmen, Beaver and Woodman lodges and of the local fire department. Representatives from these organizations will attend the services Monday. Deceased is survived by his widow, his mother, Mrs. Thekla Gessert, and two sisters, Mrs. Albert Kirchner and Mrs. Hugo Lindner, both of Milwaukee. Funeral services will be conducted from the late home at 638 St. Paul street Monday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Otto Seawert officiating. Burial will be made in the Kiel cemetery. The Sheboygan Press - Friday, September 7, 1928 – P. 9
JOHN CORNELIUS GESSERT CALLED BY DEATH John Cornelius Gessert was called to his reward on Monday evening at 7 o'clock at his home in Kiel, after a lingering illness with a complication of diseases. Decedent was born in Liebenheim, Darmstadt, Germany, Dec. 23, 1852. When only one year old he was brought to this country with his parents, who settled in Sheboygan county. On Sept. 16, 1880 he was united in marriage to Thekla Baumann. Eight yeats later the family moved to Kiel, where he has since lived. Mr. Gessert was engineer at the Kiel Wooden Ware Co. for 34 years. Illness compelled him to give up his position in May 1922. He was a member of the Modern Woodmen and the Kiel Fire Department. As a citizen and neighbor he was friendly and obliging and will be missed by a host of associates. He was devoted to his family and worked consistently to advance their interests. He died as he lived, an honest man and true christian. Mr. Gessert is survived by his wife and three children, namely: Mrs. Hugo Lindner, and Mrs. Aug. Kirchner of Milwaukee, and Frederick Gessert of this city; also seven sisters and one brother, Fred. Gessert, Mrs. Margaret Klein, Mrs. Katherine Gerhart, Mrs. Eva Herges, Mrs. Lilly Reichert, Mrs. Anna Best, Mrs. Mathilda Gessert and Mrs. Dihnna Anderson. The funeral will be held this (Thursday) afternoon at 2 p. m. from the home, Rev. W. Rech officiating. Interment will be made in the Kiel cemetery. - 1924
THEKLA GESSERT End Comes Thursday, August 19, 1931 After Illness of Several Months Following an illness of several months' duration, Mrs. Thekla Gessert, 70, passed away at her home at 638 St. Paul street at the Seventh Street corner Thursday morning at about nine o'clock. During the past weeks many relatives and friends from near and far had visited with her. Mrs. Gessert, nee Baumann, was born Dec. 29, 1860, at Rockville. On Sept. 16, 1880, she was united in marriage to Cornelius Gessert, at St. Louis, Mo. Here the couple lived for two years, after which they moved to St. Cloud, living there for several years. Leaving St. Cloud, they removed to Plymouth for several years, and came next to Kiel, where they lived for the past 45 years. Mr. Gessert, who was engineer at the Kiel Wooden Ware Co. plant for many years, preceded his wife in death Dec. 1, 1925. Surviving are two children, Mrs. August Kirchner and Mrs. Hugo Lindner of Milwaukee. An only son, Fred, passed away here in September, 1928. Of ten brothers and sisters, eight survive. They are Edward Baumann of this city and Arthur Baumann of St. Cloud; Mrs. Hulda Barkley of St. Louis, Mo.; Mrs. William Obigt of Sheboygan; Mrs. Augusta Krembs and Mrs. Clara Messing of St. Paul, Minn.; Mrs. Jacob Stumpf of this city; and Mrs. Christian Iserloth of St. Cloud. One sister, Mrs. Minnie Rinnow, Racine, and a brother Ernest, Baumann of this city preceded her in death. Seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. from the home, with services at the St. Peter Reformed church at 2:30 o'clock. Interment was in the Kiel cemetery in the family lot. The Rev. E.L. Worthman performed the last rites. Pall bearers were the following six nephews: William Baumann, Hilton Baumann, Carl Stumpf, Rosmus Iserloth, William Gessert, and Edgar Herges. The floral offerings were many and beautiful.
ADELIA L. GIERKE Adelia L. Gierke, 87, of 309 Pain St., Kiel, died Monday evening at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan, where she had been admitted earlier in the day. The former Adelia Kattreh was born March 10, 1900, in Kiel, a daughter of the late Frederick and Ida Renn Kattreh. She attended Kiel schools and on April 15, 1922, was married to Herman Gierke in Kiel. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1972. He died Dec. 29, 1986. Mrs. Gierke was a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel, and a charter member of the Women’s Guild. Survivors include two daughters, (private); two sons, (private); three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Herman, four brothers, and one sister. No newspaper named, November 16, 1987 ******* (10 Mar 1900 Nov 1987/SSDI)
HERMAN W. GIERKE Herman W. Gierke, 97, of 309 Paine St., Kiel, died this morning at St. Nicholas Hospital. He had been a Rocky Knoll Health Care Facility resident for the past three years. He was born Aug. 3, 1889, in Plymouth, the son of the late Frederick and Ricka Damrow Gierke. He attended Plymouth schools. On April 15, 1922, he was married to Adelia Kattreh at Kiel. He worked at A. A. Laun Furniture Co. in Kiel for 24 years, retiring in 1957. Mr. Gierke was a World War I veteran, serving in the US Army field artillery. He was a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel, and Kasper-Wilkens-Beckley American Legion Post No. 99. No newspaper named, December 29, 1986 ******* (03 Aug 1889/Dec 1986/SSDI)
MARCELLA L. GIERKE Marcella L. Gierke, age 87 of 309 Paine St., Kiel passed through heaven's pearly gates on April 29, 2012. She went peacefully with family at her side. Marcella was born June 6, 1924, daughter of the late Herman and Adelia (Kattreh) Gierke. She was a 1942 graduate of Kiel High School and attended Sheboygan Business College. She was employed as a bookkeeper at the Torke Coffee Company in Sheboygan before moving to Santa Anna, California where she was employed in the Physical Training office of the Santa Anna Army Air Base. She later worked in the office of the Milwaukee Athletic Club. Marcella cared for her aging parents so they were able to live at home. Her strong faith, love for and dedication to family, laughter, compassion and kindness will always be remembered. She was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Kiel. Marcella loved good music, poetry and the beauty of nature. Survivors include one sister, Margaret Gierke of Kiel, one brother, Dennis (Pat) Gierke, Fond du Lac, three nieces, Dayna, Tammy and Jennifer, five great nieces, Rachael, Laura, April, Heather and Ahnalee, one great nephew, Christopher and one great-great niece, Lilly. She was preceded in death by her brother, Frederick (Peg) Gierke. There will be a private family service at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home Kiel with burial taking place in the Kiel City Cemetery. I'M FREE (No newspaper or date cited)
CARL GIESE Called By Death Death claimed Carl Giese on Saturday evening at 8:40 o'clock, at his home in this city, after a stoke of apoplexy, which he suffered the day before. Decedent, who was 79 years old, was born in Barrenbruch, Pommerania, Germany May 6, 1844, where he grew to manhood. In 1870 he was married to Emilie Fibelkorn, and the union was blessed with 15 children, five of whom have preceded their father in death. The family immigrated to America in 1885, at first settling in Merrill, Wis. The following year they came county(sic), where Mr. Geise purchased a farm, which he operated for 19 years. After diposing of the place in 1904, Mr. and Mrs. Giese moved to Kiel, where Mrs. Giese passed away February 11, 1921. Deceased enjoyed good health up to five years ago, when complications set in, which gradually grew worse, until a stroke of apoplexy suffered last week ended his life on Saturday. The survivors are four sons and six daughters, and 14 grandchildren. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon, from the late home, Rev. W. Rech officiating. Burial was in the Kiel cemetery. 1923
EMILIE GIESE CALLED BY DEATH. Death claimed Mrs. Carl Giese on Friday, February 11th, after an illness of about ten months, her demise being due to a complication of diseases. Emilie Fibelkorn was born in Hohenschoenau, Pommerania, Germany, January 15th, 1849. She was married to Carl Giese in 1870, and in 1885 the family immigrated to America. After a few months' residence in Merrill, Wis., they came to the town of Rhine, where they lived on a farm many years. For the past 15 years Mr. and Mrs. Giese have been residents of Kiel. Deceased reached the age of 72 years and 26 days, and leaves to mourn her husband, four sons, seven daughters, 14 grandchildren and one sister. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon, with services at St. Peters Reformed church, Rev. W. Rech officiating. - Feb. 1921
FRIEDERICH GIESE Obituary 1906 Frederick Giese Monday afternoon in Chicago, Mr. Fred. Giese, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Giese, died after a two-week illness at the young age of 19 years. The deceased was born in the Town of Rhine on September 26, 1886 where he lived for the first 14 years. Thereafter he moved to Kiel to attend high school, from which he graduated, and later attended the McDonald Business School in Milwaukee. Currently he was working in a Title company in Chicago until two weeks ago, when he became ill and from which he did not recover. His casket was shipped to Kiel yesterday and will be buried this afternoon at 2:00 PM. Besides his parents, he leaves behind 12 sisters and brothers. The young man enjoyed the company of his friends, by whom he was much beloved.
HERMAN GIESE HERMAN GIESE SUICIDES Herman Giese was found dead on his bed on Friday morning, with a bullet home in his forehead, his right hand holding the revolver with which he had ended his life a few hours before. Mr. Giese had recently rented quarters in the Sieling store building which was vacated a short time ago. At about 3:30 a.m. the Peter Mauer family, who occupied the residence in part of the building, heard a loud noise, but thought it was caused by a slam of the front door. Later investigation resulted in finding the lifeless body of Mr. Giese as above stated. The authorities were immediately notified, and as it was a clear case of suicide, an inquest was not held. The body was removed to the Meiselwitz undertaking rooms, where it was prepared for burial. Herman Giese was born November 8, 1873, in Holven-Schoenau, Pomerania, Germany, and came to America with his parents as a boy. During the time his parents lived in Kiel he made his home with them and was employed as a mason tender, working for Emil Reichert for a number of years, up to the forepart of last week. Lately he seemed to be despondent at times, and often said that he would soon do away with himself, but nobody gave his remarks serious consideration. It is thought that he committed the deed in a fit of desperation, brought on by alcoholism. Tri-County Record - September 13, 1923
ELISABETH GISCH Mrs. John Gisch Dies on Friday Never fully recovered from injury to her spine sustained in a fall this spring at her home in Sheboygan Falls, Mrs. John Gisch, mother of Mrs. Arno Vogel of this city, died at the St. Nicholas hospital in Sheboygan early Friday morning of last week. She had reached the age of 64 years. The deceased, nee Elizabeth Williams, was born May 11, 1865 at St. Anna. She was married March 6, 1881 to John Gisch, the couple then making their home here in Kiel for a short time. Leaving Kiel, they moved to Chilton, residing there for about twenty years, after which time they returned to Kiel, living here for about sixteen years. At the end of that time they (clipping ends) - 1929 ********* Former Kiel Resident Dies At Sheboygan Mrs. John Gisch, formerly a resident of Kiel, this county, passed away at St. Nicholas hospital at Sheboygan, age 64 years. A husband, five children, Mrs. Arno Vogel of Kiel being a daughter, two brothers, Joseph of Kiel and Adam of New Holstein, survives. Services were held this afternoon at the Reformed church at Kiel with burial there. Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, July 15, 1929 P. 2
JOHN GISCH John Gisch Is Summoned John Gisch, aged 86 years, passed away Tuesday morning in Milwaukee at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mrs. and Mrs. Edgar Wesling. Funeral services will be conducted Friday afternoon at the St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed church at two o'clock, and burial will be made in the Kiel cemetery. Mr. Gisch was born in Charlestown Mar. 3, 1862, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Gisch. He lived and attended school near New Holstein. Mar. 6, 1881 he was married to Elizabeth Williams of St. Anna and the couple resided in Kiel, and later on a farm near Chilton. Survivors are four daughter; Mrs. John Michaels of Chilton, Mrs. Arno Vogel of this city, Mrs. Edgar Wesling of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Carl Aistroup of Britton, S.D. His wife preceded him in death in 1929, and a daughter also has passed away. Other survivors are 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Rev. E. L. Worthman will officiate at the services. The body will lie in state at the Meiselwitz Funeral home from one o'clock Thursday until 11 o'clock Friday, when body will be removed to the church. - 1948
ARTHUR HERMAN GOEBEL A. H. Goebel Passes Away On Thursday Last Sad Rites Are Held Here Saturday Afternoon Arthur Herman Goebel, aged 46, died at the Plymouth hospital on Thursday of last week at 7 a. m. He had been confined to the hospital since Sunday, April 17. The deccased is the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. William Goebel Sr. of this city. He was born Feb. 23, 1886 in Thorp. He was united in marriage in May, 1914, to Miss Jennie Caine of Chilton, in a ceremony performed at Racine. After their marriage the couple lived for one year in Racine, after which they moved to this vicinity where they have since resided. He is survived by his widow and four children, Jerome, Clarence, Norbert, and Dorothy, all at home; his parents, two brothers, Harry of Kiel and William Jr. of Columbus, Wis.; and three sisters, Mrs. George (Ella) Buchmann of Russell, Mrs. Louis (Elona) Wagner of Kiel, and Mrs. Perry (Erna) Dodge of Milwaukee. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home, the Rev. A. George Schmid of New Holstein performing the last rites. Burial was in the Kiel cemetery. Pallbearers were: P. H. Cain, William Cain, Berthold Schneider, Robert Forkins, Joseph Keuler and Andrew Dhein. - April 28, 1932
DANIEL GOEBEL Funeral services for Daniel W. Goebel, 55, of R. 1, Kiel, a Town of Schleswig (Manitowoc County) farmer, who died Saturday at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton, will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Bethlehem United Church of Christ, Town of Schleswig. The Rev. Donald B. King, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Kiel Cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, after 3 p.m. today, until 11 a.m. Tuesday, and at the church from noon until time of services. Memorials may be made to the Manitowoc County Chapter of the American Cancer Society in Mr. Goebel’s name. A memorial service by members of the Kiel VFW Post will be held at 7:30 this evening at the funeral home. Mr. Goebel, who had been a Japanese prisoner-of-war in the Pacific during World War II, was born June 14, 1919 in Kiel, a son of Harry and Katherine Kocher Goebel. He attended Kiel Public School and graduated in 1937. Mr. Goebel was a corporal in the U.S. Army in World War II, participated in the defense of Guam and the Marianas Islands, and was a Japanese POW from Dec. 10, 1941 to Sept. 10, 1945. On Aug. 6, 1947 he married Eileen Richter at Chilton. After marriage the couple engaged in farming in Schleswig. He was a member of Bethlehem United Church of Christ in Schleswig and a former church treasurer; a charter member of the Tri County VFW Post 6707 of Kiel, charter member of Lake to Lake Dairy Cooperative; an agent and board member of the MPR Insurance Co.; a member of the Lakeland Egg Co-op, the Wisconsin Sheriff Association, Manitowoc County Sheriff and Deputies Association and a former secretary and board member of the association, a county jailer and former town supervisor. Survivors are his widow; a daughter, two sons, three grandchildren; his parents of rural New Holstein; five sisters, Mrs. Arvin Winkel of Kiel, Mrs. Oscar Stein of Oshkosh, Mrs. Willard David of Plymouth, Mrs. Mavis Quandt of New Holstein and Mrs. Howard Vollrath of Ellenwood, Ga. (Survivors edited for privacy) The Sheboygan Press - Monday, December 30, 1974 – P. 12 ********* (Daniel Goebel/b. 14 June 1919/d. December 1974/SSDI)
EILEEN GOEBEL Eileen L. Goebel, 88, died Sunday afternoon, January 4, 2009 at Oak Creek Assisted Living in Kiel. She was the former Eileen Richter born January 31, 1920 in Eden Wisconsin, daughter of the late Henry & Nettie (Chapman) Richter. On August 6, 1947 she married Daniel W. Goebel at Chilton. Daniel preceded her in death on December 28, 1974. Eileen enjoyed living in the country, with its wide open space and privacy, and enjoyed gardening, working in her flower beds, and taking care of her lawn. She also enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and traveling to many areas of the U.S.A. She had been employed at Tecumseh Products in New Holstein for 25 years, retiring 1982. Survivors include her three children, Gordon & Joane Goebel, Kenneth & Pat Goebel and Kathleen Goebel. She is further survived by four grandchildren, Jennifer Goebel and fiancé, John Beranek, Michelle (Jerry) Harris, Dawn (Gene) Fritsch, Chad Goebel; six great-grandchildren, (private); five nieces, Connie, Linda, Judy, Sharon & Eleanor, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Irene Schwanke & Ione Temme, three brothers, Elmer, Floyd & Gordon Richter and one sister-in-law, Alice Richter. Funeral services for Eileen will be held at 4:00 p.m. Thursday, January 8, 2009 at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, 815 6th St., Kiel, with Rev. Kathleen Gloff officiating. Burial will take place in the Kiel City Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. The Sheboygan Press
MATILDA GOEBEL Mrs. M. Goebel Dies Early Today at Home in Kiel Kiel, Wis. – Mrs. Mathilda Goebel, 79, passed away at 2:30 a.m. today at her home on N. Seventh street following a long illness. Mrs. Goebel, nee Mathilda Harp, was born September 14, 1863, in town Herman, and was married to William Goebel on October 26, 1882. The couple always made their home here. Her husband passed away in February, 1935, and survivors are two sons and three daughters, William of Columbus, Wis., Harry of town New Holstein, Mrs. Ella Buchmann and Mrs. Louis (Elona) Wagner of Kiel and Mrs. Perry (Erna) Dodge of Milwaukee; 12 grandchildren and five great grandchildren; a brother Herman Harp and a sister, Mrs. Amanda Wismeth of Sheboygan. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Meiselwitz funeral home and burial will be made in the Kiel cemetery. The Sheboygan Press - Saturday, May 22, 1943 – P. 2
WILLIAM HENRY GOEBEL Wm. Goebel Dies Suddenly Suffers Heart Attack While Visiting at Blacksmith Shop William Henry Goebel, aged 80, passed away suddenly of a heart attack at the George Henschel blacksmith shop Wednesday afternoon of last week at 3:45 o'clock. Born in New York City Jan. 30, 1855, he came to Sheboygan as a child, with his parents. He was married to Mathilde Harp of town Herman, at Sheboygan Oct. 24, 1881. For a number of years they lived in Sheboygan, the town of Freemont, Clark County and for the past forty years resided here. Mr. Goebel was employed at the Kiel Furniture Company and at the Kiel Wooden Ware Co. plants. Six children were born to the couple, of whom a son, Arthur, passed away April 20, 1932. Survivors are his wife and five children, namely: Mrs. George Buchmann, Mrs. Louis Wagner and Mrs. Perry Dodge of here and William of Columbus and Harry of here; 14 grandchildren and three great grandchildren; and one brother, Theodore, of Racine. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at two o'clock at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home with the Rev. E. L. Worthman officiating. Burial was made in the Kiel cemetery. Pallbearers were: Fred Bethke, Fred Schmahl, Edwin Diefenthaeler, Gustave Wagenknecht, Louis Konz and Frank Dawurske. Relatives from Sheboygan, Columbus, Milwaukee, towns Rhine and Russell, Rice Lake, and Racine attended the last rites. - 1935
BERTHA GOERES Mrs. Bertha Goeres, Pioneer Kiel Woman, Dies Monday at Age of 81 Mrs. Bertha Goeres, one of the old settlers of Kiel, and well known resident of this vicinity, died at the home of her daughter, Mr. Henry Goeres, Monday morning, January 14. She had been ill for a long time and death was due to the infirmities of old age. The deceased, nee Miss Bertha Frese, was born in Kronprinzen, Koo, Holstein, Germany, November 20, 1848. At the age of sixteen she left Germany to come to this country where her brother had been making his home. After living in New York for several years she moved to New Holstein where she lived until her marriage. On January 9, 1872 she was united in marriage to Henry Goeres and moved with him to this city, where they have lived ever since. The couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary January 9, 1922 at which the children and grandchildren were present. In April 1927, Mr. Goeres passed away and Mrs. Goeres continued making her home with Mrs. Henry Goeres. The deceased is survived by two sons, Max of Appleton, and Theodore of Lodi. Four children preceded her in death. A brother of Mrs. Goeres, Herman Frese, living in Kronprinzen, Koo, German, survives. She also leaves to mourn ten grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. Funeral services were held from the home of Mrs. Henry Goeres at 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 16. She was buried in the Kiel cemetery with Emil Meinardus conducting the services. No newspaper named, 1929
HENRY GOERES (b. 1874) WELL KNOWN KIEL RESIDENT DEAD Henry Goeres of Kiel passed away at his home Monday afternoon from a complication of diseases. A stroke of apoplexy Tuesday morning of last week hastened the end. "Sohne" as he was familiarly known in this community where he had many friends, was a skilled musician and took a great interest in all musical organizations. He was a life long member of the Arion band and orchestra. He was born in Kiel May 27, 1874 where he has since made his home. For the past 22 years he has been engaged in the ice business in Kiel. The funeral was held at two o'clock Thursday afternoon. The Kiel Arion band at the head of a large following marched to the cemetery where the last sad rites were said over their companion. He is also a member of the E. F. U. assembly and M. W. A. camp. Several people from this village attended the funeral. Jan 1923 *********** Henry Joseph Goeres, widely known as “Sohnie”, passed away at his home in this city on Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock, after an illness of several weeks with a complication of diseases, a stroke of apoplexy, which he suffered early Tuesday, hastening his demise. Despite the best of medical attention, and the care of a trained nurse during the last week, his life could not be saved. Decedent was born in Kiel on May 27th, 1874, thus reaching the age of 48 years and 8 months. At the age of 12 he joined the Arion Juvenile Band, which was organized here by Henry Frese, and out of which the present well-known Arion Band was developed. Mr. Goeres continually remained a member of both organizations, in which he was an excellent trombone player up to the time of his illness. For the past 22 years he was Kiel’s ice dealer, giving general satisfaction to customers. He's survived by his bereaved wife, nee Mary Beischer, with whom he had the honor to celebrate the silver wedding anniversary a few years ago. She is better known as “Mollie” Goeres, and has a wide circle of friends, who deeply sympathize with her in her great sorrow and affliction. Also four daughters; Meta, Mrs. August Stoll of Kiel; Elsie, Mrs. Jesse Goodrich of Milwaukee; Josephine, teacher at Mosinee, Wis., and Judith, who was employed in Milwaukee, but was called home two weeks ago, owing to her father’s serious illness. His demise is also mourned by his aged parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Goeres, Sr., who had the honor to celebrate their golden anniversary on Jan. 9, 1922; two brothers, Max, the well-known dentist of Kiel, and Theodore, also a dentist, of Lodi, Wis.; and three grandchildren. They will all gather at his bier and attend the last sad rites. His family and relatives will find comfort in the thought that “Sohnie” was honest in all his dealings, an enemy of all rudeness, and a good provider for his family. He was a man who had the courage of his convictions and was not afraid to openly express his views, but he also respected the opinions of others. Mr. Goeres always took an active interest in local government and education and never failed to discharge his duties as a citizen. No newspaper named, January 23, 1923
HENRY GOERES (b. 1846) Death Claims Henry Goeres Kiel Pioneer Henry Goeres, 81, one of the pioneers of Kiel, and a man known all over this section, was called to the great beyond on Monday evening at his home in this city, after six months' illness, due to the infirmities of old age. Mr. Goeres was born in Wevelinghofen, Rhine Province, Germany, May 20, 1846, a son of Bernhard Goeres. The family came to the United States in 1857, that same year locating at Plymouth, but a year later came to Kiel. In Chicago Mr. Goeres learned the painter's and decorator's trade, which he followed for many years. As he had studied law, although he was never admitted to the bar, he acted as advisor for many of his neighbors. For years he was deputy sheriff and constable, and for thirty years a notary public. In addition, he served many years as road commissioner. On January 9, 1872 he married Bertha Frese of Holstein, Germany, who survives him. Six children were born to this union, of which two sons, Max of Appleton, and Theodore of Lodi, are living. There are also 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. In 1885 he bought a small farm near the Kiel cemetery, which was known as 'Schloss Luxemburg,' where he lived for thirty years. After disposing of the place he moved to this city, where he lived in retirement until his death. On January 9, 1922, Mr. and Mrs. Goeres celebrated their golden wedding anniversary at the hall now owned by Alvis Hein. Mr. Goeres was the founder of the Kiel Cemetery Assn., which he served as Secretary since its organization. He also was a charter member of the Kiel Turn and Gesangverein, and a member of Kiel's first brass band. Since his retirement Mr. Goeres was interested in a number of matters, and compiled some valuable facts relative to the early history of Manitowoc county. A story written by Mr. Goeres, entitled "Yellowbird" gives a very accurate description of conditions in the early pioneer days here. A curious collection, and valuable as well, is one made by him, comprising hand-painted eggs of all the noted people in the world, and flower designs of every description. This collection numbering 8000 specimens, was on exhibition at the World's Columbian Exposition in 1893. For many years he spent much time in literary pursuits, and as correspondent for German language papers. Funeral services will be held at the late home on Thursday at 1:30 o'clock, and burial will take place in the Kiel cemetery. Emil Meinardus will speak at the obsequies. April 1927 ************** Attend Goeres Funeral The following out of town attended the funeral of Henry Goeres last Thursday: Mrs. Herman Hayssen and Robert Hayssen of Sheboygan, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Buettner of Meggers, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Weber, Carl Temke, and Christ. Buettner of Meggers, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Born and Mr. and Mrs. J. Born of Oshkosh, Mrs. Robert Born of Fond du Lac, Mr. and Mrs. Reed of Plymouth, Mrs. Peter Johnson, Mrs. Walter Johnson, Mrs. Harry Heyen, Mrs. Lucy Dressel, Mr. and Mrs. Berg, Mrs. Robt. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Buettner, Mr. and Mrs. Sherman and daughter of Milwaukee, Mr. and Mrs. John Wittkow of Chicago, Mr. Falkenstein and Dr. T. O. Goeres of Lodi, Dr. M. Goeres and family of Appleton, and W. F. Pinnow and daughter of Chilton. - May 1927
MABEL GOERES Mrs. Mabel Goeres, 83, wife of the late Max Goeres, former dentist in Kiel, died Saturday afternoon after a long illness at Riverview Sanitarium, Kaukauna. Mrs. Goeres was born June 15, 1886 in River Falls. After their marriage the couple resided in Kiel until moving to Appleton in 1924. Mr. Goeres died February 17, 1965. Survivors include two children, Mrs. H. B. Kellogg of Appleton and John Goeres of Cordova, Alaska; five sisters, four grandchildren and three great grand- children. No newspaper named, July 19, 1969
MARY GOERES Rites Held Saturday For Mrs. Mary Goeres Last rites were conducted for Mrs. Mary Goeres, 84, at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home Saturday. Mrs. Goeres died at her home Tuesday. The funeral was conducted by the Rev. Herbert Balcom of Plymouth and burial was in the Kiel cemetery. Mrs. Goreres was born May 25, 1877 in Milwaukee. She moved to Kiel when she married Henry J. Goeres of Kiel on November 7, 1895. He died 1923. Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Meta Stoll of Plymouth, Mrs. Elsie Goodrich of Kiel, Mrs. Josephine Williams of Chicago and Mrs. Judith Kolerus of Neenah; a brother, Adam of Chicago; three sisters, Mrs. Josie Born of Oshkosh, Mrs. John Whittkow of Largo, Fla, and Mrs. L. A. Page of Effingham, Ill.; 13 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren. (no newspaper given 1961)
MAX GOERES (d. 1871) DROWNED We regret to announce that Max Goeres, aged 25 years of Kiel, in the towns of Schleswig, Manitowoc County, was drowned in the Sheboygan river on Wednesday morning. He and F. Meyer went hunting on the river each in a small Indian canoe. When about half a mile from the village Goeres’ canoe capsized and he being unable to swim, sank to the bottom. His cries for assistance were heard by Meyers, who was about 800 yards distant, but he arrived too late to render and aid, although he jumped into the river and endeavored to find his friend. The deceased was a blacksmith by trade and leaves a wife and two helpless children to mourn his unexpected death. The remains of the unfortunate man were found at five o’clock in the afternoon and interred on Thursday. Chilton Times, July 22, 1871
MAX GOERES (d. 1965) Funeral services will be held at Appleton Saturday for Dr. Max Goeres, 87, a native of Kiel, who practiced dentistry at Kiel and Appleton for 60 years. Dr. Goeres died Wednesday at Appleton after an illness of seven weeks. He was born in Kiel, March 10, 1877, and taught school there from 1896 to 1899. He was graduated from the Oshkosh Normal school in 1901 and was principal of Rib Lake High School one year. He was graduated from the Marquette University School of Dentistry in 1905 and practiced in Kiel until 1924 when he moved to Appleton. Dr. Goeres married Mabel Nicholson in 1908. Surviving, besides his wife are a daughter, a son, a brother and four grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Wichmann Funeral Home. Friends may call from 3 p.m. Friday. A memorial fund is being established for Appleton Memorial Hospital and for retarded children. The Sheboygan Press - Thursday, February 18, 1965 – P. 8
META GOERES (d. 1885) A little seven year old daughter of Henry Goeres, of Kiel was drowned on Tuesday, while in bathing in the Sheboygan River, a short distance from her home. The unfortunate accident which caused grief to enter the household of Mr. G. took place at about 2 o’clock on the day mentioned, at which time a little girl named Schroeder, and Mr. Goeres’ little girl went to bathe. They had not been in the water long before the deceased child stepped into a deep hole and was drowned. The Schroeder girl was so frightened that she gave no alarm, or the sad affair might have been averted. Nothing was known of what had taken place until a few hours afterwards, when the Schroeder girl gave the information in an indirect manner. Much sympathy is expressed for the bereaved parents. Chilton Times, August 22, 1885
ELIZABETH GOETTELLMANN Mrs. William Goettlemann(sic) Having reached the age of 69 years, Mrs. William Goettelmann, nee Elizabeth Maurer, passed away at her home in Millhome Saturday. The deceased, a sister of John Maurer, Sr. of this city, was born September 20, 1862, in the town of Schleswig, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Maurer. She was united in marriage on April 10, 1888, to William Goettlemann of the town of Rhine. After their marriage they settled on a farm near Ada, where they lived for 42 years. Two years ago Mr. Goettelmann sold his farm to George Stauss, and for three months they made their home with their daughter, Mrs. August Ehnert of this city. They then purchased a home in Millhome, where they have since resided. Besides her husband, the deceased is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Ehnert, a son John, at home; a brother, John of this city, and two grandchildren, Alfred and Harvey Ehnert. Funeral services were held this Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home, and burial was in the family lot in the Kiel cemetery. Pallbearers were William Kuhn, William Sinner, Gustave Dexheimer, Arthur Mauk, John Vose and Louis Dickmann. The last sad rites were performed by the Rev. August H. Hammann, pastor of the Bethlehem Reformed church of Schleswig.
WILHELM GOETTELLMANN William Goettelmann(sic), 87, retired town of Herman farmer, died Saturday at St. Nicholas hospital, Sheboygan. For the past 10 years he had been residing with his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. August Ehnert of Kiel. Funeral services will be held at the Meiselwitz Funeral home in Kiel. Burial will be in the Kiel Cemetery. He was born in New York in 1861 and came to Wisconsin when a boy. In 1888 he married Miss Elizabeth Maurer of Schleswig and they located on a farm near Ada, in Sheboygan County. His wife died in 1932. He lived at Millhome for a time before moving to Kiel. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Ehnert of Kiel; two grandchildren and a great grandchild. Manitowoc Herald Times – December 27, 1948
JOHN GOETTELMAN John Goettelmann(sic) Dies At Millhome Farm Home John Goettelmann, aged 58, passed away suddenly last Thursday afternoon at his home in Millhome, surffering a heart attack. The deceased was born in the town of Herman on Jan. 31, 1889, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Goettelmann, and he resided on a farm with his parents until 1932. For the past 7 years he lived at Millhome. Survivors are his father and a sister, Mrs. August (Mary) Ehnert, both of this city, and two nephews. His mother passed away in 1932. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Meiselwitz Funeral home, with the Rev. E. J. Nelson of the First Presbyterian church officiating. Burial was made in the family lot in the Kiel cemetery. September 11, 1947
EMILIE GOETTINGER Called By Death. On Monday Miss Emilie Goettinger passed away at the county asylum at Manitowoc where she had been an inmate since 1900. Deceased was born in New York, Nov. 23, 1856, and came to Kiel in 1862. She lived here until 1897, when she was taken to the Winnebago hospital at Oshkosh. After sevral years she was declared incurable and transferred to the county asylum at Manitowoc in 1900. She is survived by her sister, Mrs. Anna Arnold of Kiel.; also three nieces, Mrs. Ernst Veers of New Holstein, Mrs. E. Fluhr and Miss Lillian Arnold of Kiel, and a nephew, Waldo Arnold of Milwaukee. The remains were brought to Kiel, and burial will take place today, Thursday, at 2 o'clock, from the home of Mrs. Arnold. Rev. W. Rech will conduct the funeral services. - November 1922
JOHN B. GOETTINGER A prominent veteran, John Goettinger, has died of old age debility at the home of his son-in-law, Peter Arnold, in Kiel. In 1862 he came to Kiel from New York with his wife and 2 daughters. He served during the war in the 45th Regiment and drew a pension. He was widely known and loved. Der Nord Westen, 02 Feb. 1905 ******* This week, on Wednesday morning, Mr. John Goettinger, a well known and long time resident of this village, died after a long illness, in the home of his son-in-law Peter Arnold. The deceased first saw the light of the world in Erolsheim, Wurtemberg, Germany on May 22, 1821 and immigrated to America in 1854, and first settled in New York, where he married Miss Marie Jaumann. In the year 1861, they came to Kiel, where Mr. Goettinger started a shoe maker store, from which he retired 17 years ago. The marriage was blessed with four children, two sons and two daughters, of which the first ones have already died. The funeral will take place on Saturday afternoon at 2:00 PM, at the Kiel Cemetery where he will be laid to rest next to his wife who preceded him in death in 1881. The local GAR Post, of which the deceased was a member, will give the eulogy. ******* John Goettinger birth: 22 May 1821 Germany death: 25 January 1905 Kiel, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1905 Kiel, Wis. father: Sebastian Goettinger spouse: Anna Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
CARMEN E. GOLTRY Carmen E. Goltry, 78, of 406 Fifth St., Kiel, died Sunday at her home. She had been ill for several months. The former Carmen Ammann was born July 1, 1906, in Kiel, a daughter of Henry and Flora Lindner Ammann. She graduated from Kiel High School in 1920 and the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1924. She was married to Valmer Goltry June 29, 1933, in New York City. They lived in Litchfield, Conn, and Detroit, Mich, before moving to Kiel in 1943. Mr. Goltry died in 1943. Mrs. Goltry taught German and history at Kiel High School for 27 years and was also librarian. After retiring in 1971, she worked at part-time librarian until 1984. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Kiel and the Kiel Study Club. She was also past president of the American Field Service student exchange program in Kiel. Surviving are a daughter, a son, three grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Vera Topel of La Porte, Ind. A sister preceded her in death. (Survivors edited for privacy) No newspaper named, Dec. 2, 1984 ****** Kiel Couple is Wedded in Famed Church in East New York city's famous Little Church Around the Corner today, was the scene of the wedding of Miss Carmen Ammann, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry J. Ammann of Kiel and Valmer J. Goltry of Litchfield, Conn., son of Mrs. Blanche Goltry also of Kiel. The simple nuptial service took place at 2:30 pm. The couple will reside in Litchfield, Conn., where Mr. Goltry is assistant director of the Connecticut Junior Republic, a private boy's school. The bride who left Tuesday morning for the East, was graduated from the Kiel High School with the Class of 1924 and from the University of Wisconsin in 1928. For the past four years she taught History and German in the High School at Wisconsin Rapids. She also taught in Atlantic City for one year. Two years ago she took an extensive trip through Europe, Asia and other foreign countries. Mr. Goltry, who also attended Kiel High School was graduated from Middleburg College in Vermont in 1930. Sheboygan County - June 29, 1933
VALMER J. GOLTRY Valmer J. Goltry, Red Cross Worker, Listed Dead Listed among Missing Since Nov. 27, 1943 Mrs. Valmer J. Goltry, who with her children, (private), are residing with her mother, Mrs. H. J. Ammann, have received a letter from the American Red Cross headquarters at Washington, D. C., that their husband and father, who a year ago on November 27, 1943, was reported as missing in the North African area is now reported as dead by the casualty branch of the War Department. The following letter was received by Mrs. Goltry from Louis I. Dublin, Assistant to the Chairman, American Red Cross, Washington, D. C., expressing heartfelt sympathy to the family ****** RED CROSS OFFICER LOST Native of Kenosha Missing at Sea Kiel, Wis., Dec 28 - (Special) - Valmer Goltry, former Kiel resident who has been doing Red Cross work overseas since October, 1943, has been reported missing, according to a telegram from the National American Red Cross headquarters in Washington. The telegram said the boat he was on is missing and no other details or further information will be available at present. Other information will be sent as fast as received. Goltry, assistant field director, has been doing Red Cross work overseas since October and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Goltry of Kenosha. He attended Middlebury College in Vermont and was assistant director at the Connecticut Junior Republic seven years, also superintendent of the Protestant Children’s home at Detroit until he joined the Red Cross. His wife, the former Miss Carmen Ammann, and two children, (private), live in Kiel. No newspaper named, 1943 ****** Mr. Goltry was born in Russel, Iowa, on October 18, 1905, and as a youth moved to Kenosha with his parents, and later resided in Kiel. He attended Kiel graded schools, Kenosha high school, Middleburg (Vermont) College, and received his master’s degree from the University of Michigan. In July of 1943 he enlisted in American Red Cross work as assistant director in Connecticut Junior Republic at Litchfield, Connecticut, for seven years and superintendent of Protestant Children’s Home in Detroit, Michigan, for four years. Mr. Goltry has been overseas since October of 1943 and sailed from North Africa, destination which was unknown. Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Carmen Ammann, who at present is teaching English and German in the Kiel high school, two children; his mother, Mrs. Blanche Goltry of Kenosha; his father, J. A. Goltry of Racine; two sisters, Mrs. Anthony Tupka of Kenosha, and Mrs. Edmund Hein of this city, and two brothers, Myron Goltry of Kenosha, and Hal Goltry of Portland, Oregon. No newspaper named, 1943 ****** October 20, 1944 Dear Mrs. Goltry; It is with deep regret that we receive, from the Casualty Branch of the War Department, the news of the determination of death of your husband in the North African Area, on November 27, 1943. We are proud to report that he endeared himself to his co-workers and that his services with the Red Cross and for his country were distinguished by conscientious performance of duty and selfless service on behalf of the members of the Armed Forces. None of us can lift to any degree this sorrow that you are called upon to bear. However, it is no doubt a consolation to you to realize that his life closed while engaged in a great service that is appreciated by his fellow Americans on foreign soil, by the military authorities, and by the American Red Cross. Please acept the heartfelt sympathy of your husband's associates and fellow workers, Sincerely yours.... ****** Kiel Couple is Wedded in Famed Church in East New York city's famous Little Church Around the Corner today, was the scene of the wedding of Miss Carmen Ammann, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry J. Ammann of Kiel and Valmer J. Goltry of Litchfield, Conn., son of Mrs. Blanche Goltry also of Kiel. The simple nuptial service took place at 2:30 pm. The couple will reside in Litchfield, Conn., where Mr. Goltry is assistant director of the Connecticut Junior Republic, a private boy's school. The bride who left Tuesday morning for the East, was graduated from the Kiel High School with the Class of 1924 and from the University of Wisconsin in 1928. For the past four years she taught History and German in the High School at Wisconsin Rapids. She also taught in Atlantic City for one year. Two years ago she took an extensive trip through Europe, Asia and other foreign countries. Mr. Goltry, who also attended Kiel High School was graduated from Middleburg College in Vermont in 1930. Sheboygan County - June 29, 1933
ELSIE GOODRICH Mrs. Elsie Goodrich, 90, a former Kiel resident, died Thursday afternoon, at San Luis Manor, in Green Bay, where she was a resident for the past 11 years. The former Elsie Goeres was born Jan. 10, 1898 in Kiel, the daughter of the late Henry and Mary (Beischer) Goeres. She attended Kiel schools and was a 1916 graduate of Kiel High School. On Sept. 1919, she married Jesse Goodrich, in Kiel. He preceded her in death on Dec. 22, 1941. Mrs. Goodrich was a dental assistant for her uncles, Max and Ted Goeres, in Kiel for a number of years. Survivors are a daughter, seven sons, 27 grandchidren; 30 great-grand- children, two sisters, Mrs. Meta Stoll, of Plymouth and Mrs. Josephine Williams, of North Hollywood, California. (Survivors are edited for possible living persons) She was preceded in death by a granddaughter and a sister. Sheboygan Press, July 1, 1988 (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
GILBERT G. GOODRICH Gilbert "Warpy" Goodrich, 80, of 2713 S. 15th St., Sheboygan died Monday morning, January 29, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Milwaukee. He was born April 16, 1926 in East Chathame, New York, son of the late Jesse and Elsie Goodrich. Gilbert attended Kiel schools. After High School he served in the US Army he later returned and graduated from Mission House College in Sheboygan. Gilbert was employed at Kohler for several years before traveling through many states and working many different jobs. When he returned to Kiel, Warpy operated his own bar in Kiel before managing and bartending for many years at several local restaurants including Q's Quarters in Elkhart Lake, The Flaming and The Hoffbrau. Warpy and his longtime companion Lois Hartenberger were proprietors of The Stagecoach Inn in Greenbush, Wisconsin from 1987 until 1995, when he retired. He spent many years volunteering with Meals on Wheels and the Salvation Army Food Pantry after his retirement. Gilbert enjoyed watching all sports, and in his younger years playing sports. He was an avid golfer and played football while attending Mission House College. He also enjoyed planting and tending to his vegetable garden and when he was healty Gilbert would wander outside first thing every morning to look at the flowers and check his plants. He loved living in Wisconsin. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by one brother, Walter Goodrich and one sister, Betty (Lee) Derozier. Funeral services will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 3, 2007 at Meiselwitz-Vollstadt Funeral Home 815 6th. St. Kiel with Pastor Gregory Whelton officiation. Burial in the Kiel City Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 4:30 p.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in his name. The Sheboygan Press, February 2, 2007 (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
JESSE GOODRICH Jesse Goodrich Killed When Hit By Train Jesse C. Goodrich was fatally injured at 7:20 Monday morning when his car was struck by a northbound Chicago and North Western passenger train on the Geele avenue and North Sixteenth street crossing in Sheboygan. Mr. Goodrich who was on his way to work received injuries in his chest and fractured ribs. The train dragged the car approximately 211 feet along the tracks before coming to a stop. He was rushed to the Memorial hospital. Jesse C. Goodrich, aged 50, the son of Frederick and Ida Goodrich, was born at East Chatham, New York on November 17, 1891. He attended the schools there and came to Wisconsin in 1918. On September 25, 1919 he was united in marriage with Miss Elsie Goeres of this city. Following their marriage the couple resided in Milwaukee for a year, and for ten years resided at East Chatham, New York. Since October 15, 1932 they have lived in this city. Mr. Goodrich is survived by his wife; and eight children, (Survivors omitted for privacy). He is also survived by three sisters and four brothers of East Chatham, New York. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday at 1:30 o'clock in the afternoon from the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, with the Rev. E.L. Worthman officiating. Burial will be made in the Kiel cemetery. Remains may be viewed from Thursday until the hour of services on Friday. (12-25-1941 handwritten on obituary-no newspaper named) (sent in by researcher/see contributors page) ******* Jesse Goodrich, 50, Kiel, was killed Monday morning, Dec. 22 when his car crashed into a Chicago & North Western train at Sheboygan. Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Wednesday, December 31, 1941 P.2
WALTER GOODRICH Walter "Wally" W. Goodrich, 65, of 509 6th St., Kiel, died Friday, Aug. 23, 1996 at his home after a battle with cancer. He was born Dec. 11, 1930 in Chatham, N.Y., son of the late Jesse and Elsie Goeres Goodrich. He was a 1948 graduate of Kiel High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. On Oct. 22, 1954 he married Barbara Hitsman in Kiel. He was employed at Kohler Company for approximately 18 and then worked at Tecumseh Products Company in New Holstein for 22 years, retiring in 1992. He was a member of the Kiel Redmen, now known as the Improved Order of Redmen, St. Anna tribe, Kiel V.F.W. Post 6707, was a certified scuba diver and belonged to the Beer Can Collectors of America. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home of Kiel is assisting the family. Services were held at the funeral home with the Rev. Raymond C. Coombs officiating. Burial will be in the Kiel Cemetery. A memorial service was held by the Kiel VFW and by the St. Anna Redmen. A memorial has been established in his name. (No newspaper named/no date) (Sent in by researcher/see contributors page) ******** (11 Dec 1930/23 Aug 1996/SSDI)
HENRIETTA SMASAL GOSSE Mrs. Walter (Henrietta) Smasal Gosse, 68, of 323 Sixth St., Kiel, died unexpectedly at her home Sunday morning. The former Henrietta Stueven was born Feb. 4, 1913, in New Holstein, a daughter of the late Henry and Alma Eichmeier Stueven. She graduated from Kiel High School. On Sept. 26, 1936, she married Edwin Smasal in Kiel. He died March 9, 1969. Mrs. Smasal married Walter Gosse Aug 1, 1975 in Kiel. She was employed at Riverside Grocery, Kiel, and the Kiel Woodenware Co. Mrs. Gosse was a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel, its Women’s Guild, and the GUG Germania Society, of which she served as treasurer. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Gerald (Darlene) Kornetzke, of Grafton, and Mrs. Herbert (Rosemary) Vogel, rural Elkhart Lake; three sons, Kenneth, of rural Kiel, Richard of New Holstein, and Allen of Kiel; 13 grand- children. Funeral services will be held at St. Peter United church of Christ, Kiel. The Rev. John Baumann, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Kiel Cemetery. No newspaper named - Nov 29, 1981 ******** (04 Feb 1913/Nov 1981/SSDI) (Note: She is also listed with Smasal)