PIONEERS' REST CEMETERY OBITUARIES

ANNA JACOBSON

Mrs. Louis Jacobson, 79, nee Anna Hansen, lifelong resident of the county, died 
last ngiht at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Elmer Klusmeyer, of 1011 South 25th 
street, following a lingering illness.
She was born Anna Hansen in Kiel in 1869 and in 1898 was married to Mr. Jacobson 
in Two Rivers. They made their home in that city. Mr. Jacobson died in 1917 and 
23 years ago Mrs. Jacobson came here to make her home with her daughter.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Klusmeyer of this city; brother, Henry of Two 
Rivers; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral 
home, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home afer 2 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, October 13, 1948 P.2


LOUIS JACOBSON

Notes from Two Rivers:
Louis Jacobson, aged 75, died suddenly last Tuesday evening of heart failure. 
He was at the supper table with his family when he was stricken. Mr. Jacobson 
had been in poor health for a long time. He is survived by a widow and one 
daughter.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 18, 1917
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DIED AT SUPPER
Louis Jacobson, aged 75, died suddenly Tuesday evening. He had just sat down to 
supper and made a remark or two when he was stricken with heart failure. He had 
been in ill health for a long time. Deceased was born in Norway and has resided 
here for the past 25 years. He is survived by his widow and a daughter, Olga. 
The funeral was held Thursday afternoon from the home, Rev. Koten officiating.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 11, 1917
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[Louis Jacobsen]


ARTHUR JAECKEL

Arthur Jaeckel, 74, of 803-29th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening, 
Ocotber 15, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate and burial will be in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Jaeckel was born May 31, 1906, at Two Rivers, son of the late Herman and 
Mary Giefer Jaeckel. He attended St. John Parochial School and operated a farm 
with his brother, Albert, for many years. In later years he did excavating work.
Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law, Albert and Esther Jaeckel of Two 
Rivers and a number of nieces and nepehws. Two brothers and three sisters 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels 5 o'clock to 9 o'clock this 
Thursday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, October 16, 1980 P.3
[bur. 10-17-1980/age 74 yrs.]
(31 May 1906/Oct 1980/SSDI)


CHARLEY JAECKEL    (d. 1924)

After several months of illness, Carl, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Jaeckel, passed 
away at the home in the Town of Two Rivers on Saturday. He became ill soon after 
his return from army service and although every attention was given him he grew 
steadily worse. Deceased was a young man of excellent traits greatly beloved by 
all who knew him. He was born in Two Rivers in 1897. He is survived by an aged 
grandmother, his parents, four brothers and two sisters. The funeral took place 
from St. John's Lutheran Church Tuesday afternoon.
The Reporter, Thurs., Sept. 25, 1919


ELMER JAECKEL

BOY KILLED AT TWO RIVERS AS HE HURRIES HOME
Elmer Jaeckel Struck by Chicago Auto on East Bridge
Elmer Jaeckel, nine year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ferdinand Jaeckel, was almost 
instantly killed Monday morning when he stepped from the walk of the East Side 
bridge, near the Hamilton plant at Two Rivers, directly into the path of an
Oldsmobile automobile driven by John O'Toole of Chicago. The boy was struck at 
the back of the head, felled to the ground and the rear wheel of the car passed 
over his chest. The car was stopped almost instantly, the injured lad taken 
aboard and rushed to Dr. Farrel's office but he was beyond human aid. His skull 
had been fractured and he died within a few minutes after the accident.
The accident occured as the Jaeckel boy was returing to his home from a visit 
to the Lutheran school where he had just received his promotion card to the 
second grade. The boy was hurrying home and in making a short cut crossed between 
the last two pillars of the East bridge only to step directly into the path of 
the Chicago car which was enroute to Sturgeon Bay with a party for a three weeks'
outing. Another car had preceded the O'Toole autombile and the boy probably did 
not see the second machine coming. The boy's eagerness to get home and tell the 
parents of his promotion was responsible for the accident and from the story of 
witnesses no blame attached to the Chicago party who were proceeding at a slow 
rate of speed and could not have avoided the accident.
John O'Toole the driver of the automobile, his wife, was a member of two car 
party and came to this city following the accident to make a statement to 
District Attorney Charles E. Brady. He gave his address as 4838 North ????? ?????, 
Chicago and said that they could be found at Sturgeon Bay for the next three weeks 
and would stop at Two Rivers on their return to Chicago. He was accompanied on his 
trip to the district attorney by Chief Schroeder who said that no blame attached 
to the party for the accident.
A coincidence is that the O'Toole party motored through Two Rivers three years ago 
and at the bridge where the accident occured were hailed for speeding by the chief, 
as they were going between twenty and twenty-five miles an hour. On this trip the 
driver was cautioned to go slow because of the condition of the bridge and the 
short turn ahead which was remembered by members of the party.
The death of the boy came as a severe blow to the parents as he is an only son. A 
sister, two years younger, is the only other child in the family which formerly 
resided in this city. Mr. Jaeckel is a mason contractor and has made his home at 
Two Rivers for a number of years.
The O'Toole party spent Sunday night at a local hotel and left the city late Monday 
morning, taking a leisurely gait on their trip.
City May Be Involved
A report here states that while on the remainder of the bridge a wire netting 
protects the pedestrian on the walk from the driveway and makes it almost 
impossible to step onto the driveway. This wire protection does not extend to the 
distance between the last two uprights, leaving one open space. It was through this 
open space that the Jaeckel boy darted to his death. Had the same protection been 
provided as on the balance of the bridge the accident could not have occured.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, September 6, 1921 P. 1
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LITTLE BOY RUN DOWN AND KILLED AT EAST BRIDGE
Mr. and Mrs. Ferd Jaeckel Lose Their Only Son in Auto Accident
WANTED TO SEE THE BOAT
Darts Into Path of Auto as He Rushes Across Drive Way on Bridge
Elmer Jaeckel, aged seven years, left home Monday morning to go and register for 
the beginning of the school year at St. John's Lutheran School. He said a happy 
good bye to his mother who cautioned him to be careful. But the light-hearted 
little fellow was never again to greet his mother in this world for a few hours 
later the casket containing his tiny body was brought to the home of his parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Ferdinand Jaeckel, 1609 Jackson Street.
Little Elmer had registered at school and started for home about 9 o'clock. While 
he was crossing the 17th Street bridge, he became interested in the fishing boat, 
"Reindeer", owned by John Allie and Son. He saw it go thru under the bridge and 
it turned and started back. John Allie, looking up from his boat, saw the little 
fellow's interest in the craft. The walk on the bridge is divided from the driveway 
by a wire netting except where the lad was standing. There, only one strand of wire 
runs along the top of the opening. When the boat disappeared from view on the north 
side of the bridge, Elmer rushed through under the wire to cross the driveway and 
see it from the south side. In so doing, he ran into an automobile which in his 
eagerness to see the boat, he had forgotten to beware of and it struck him down. A 
wheel passed over his neck and he was instantly killed.
The automobile, driven by J.C. O'Toole of Chicago had come to a stop when Charles 
Gauthier, who was near by picked the child up with the blood streaming from his 
mouth and nostrils. Mr. O'Tooke saw that the lad, who showed no signs of life, was 
immediately taken to a physician. But life had gone out of the little body. The boy 
was identified from his school registration card found in his pocket.  
Elmer was the only son. He had become much endeared to his parents and the news of 
his death was a severe blow to them. They have the sympathy of the community. His 
little playmate, a sister, Rose, aged eight, remains to the parents, to whom the loss 
of Elmer will long be a aching void. Mr. O'Toole, the driver of the car says he was 
proceeding slowly over the bridge as he had been hailed there for speeding three years 
ago, but he boy darted through under the wire to reach the other side so fast he was 
unable to avert the accident. He was downcast over the unfortunate occurrence. He 
accompanied Chief Schroeder to the office of the district attorney Brady at Manitowoc, 
where he made a statement. O'Toole stated that he and his family were enroute to 
Sturgeon Bay where they may be found anytime during the next three weeks. He gave his 
Chicago address as 888 North Talmon Ave. He promised to stop here on his return trip. 
The funeral of little Elmer was held Wednesday afternoon with services at St. John's 
Lutheran Church, Rev. W.G. Haase, officiating.
Card of Thanks
We desire to express our gratitude to friends and neighbors for their kindness extended 
us in our bereavement due to the accidental death of our son, Elmer, We wish especially 
to thank those who gave flowers and for the use of automobiles also for the beautiful 
burial service by Rev. W. G. Haase.
Mr. and Mrs. Ferd Jaeckel & family
The Reporter, Thurs., Sept. 8, 1921
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COUNTY FACES ROAD SUITS
When the county board meets in a few weeks it will find confronting it two $5,000 
damage claims. One of the claims is that of Ferdinand Jaeckel whose son was killed 
two months ago by an automobile on the bridge leading over to the east side at Two 
Rivers. A wire cable separates the walk from the driveway of the bridge and the lad 
went under this to cross to the other side of the road and was struck by a Milwaukee 
automobile en route to Sturgeon Bay. The claim seems to be based on a theory that 
the county was negligent in not having made it impossible to pass onto the roadway 
from the walk…
Manitowoc Pilot, October 27, 1921
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The claims for damages for injuries on trunk line highways were all disallowed without 
ceremony and may result in actions in court. They are Alvin Polster $51.10 and 
Ferdinand Jaeckel and Fred Gramms each $5000…
Manitowoc Pilot, December 1, 1921


FERDINAND JAECKEL

Ferdinand W. Jaeckel, 63, of Tomahawk, a former resident of Two Rivers, died 
early yesterday morning in Tomahawk.
The body arrived in Two Rivers this morning. Funeral services will be held at 
2 p.m. Thursday at the Beduhn funeral home. Burial will be in the Pioneer's 
Rest cemetery.
Survivors are his wife; his father, Herman Sr., of route 2, Two Rivers; a 
daughter, Mrs. Andrew Watson of Evanston, Ill.; three brothers, Herman Jr., of 
Two Rivers, Arthur and Albert of route 2, Two Rivers; and four grandchildren.
Mr. Jaeckel was born in Milwaukee in 1886. While still a young child he came to 
the Two Rivers homestead with his parents. In 1907 he married the former Rose 
Ruzek of Two Rivers and in 1924 they moved to Waukegan, Ill. She died in 1929.
In 1939 he married the former Myrtle Watterson of Evanston, Ill. They then moved 
to Tomahawk where he continued his work as a mason contractor until four years 
ago when ill health forced his retirement.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 4, 1949 P.2
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Ferdinand Jaeckel, was one of 9 children; 8 lived to adulthood. His
youngest brothers were twins, born in 1906.
(Sent in by a researcher/see contributors page)


HERMAN JAECKEL

Herman Jaeckel, 89, one of Two Rivers' earliest dairy operators, died suddenly
at 9 p.m. Sunday on the farm home, Route 1, Two Rivers, just north of Two Rivers.
He had been in fair health.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Klein & Stangel, Inc.
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church, Two Rivers,
the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery,
Two Rivers.
He was born in Germany in 1862, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Herman Jaeckel.
When he was 16 he immigrated to this country with the family, which settled in
Milwaukee. A year later the family came to the town of Two Rivers where a farm
was established. When a young man Mr. Jaeckel entered the dairy business in
conjunction with his farm and operated a milk route into Two Rivers for many
years. Sixty-five years ago he married Mary Giefer in Milwaukee, the couple
moving to the farm shortly after. She preceded him in death 25 years ago.
Surviving are three sons, Albert and Arthur Jaeckel of the town of Two
Rivers, and Herman of Two Rivers. There are 14 grandchildren and 13 great
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 p.m. Tuesday until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 19, 1952 P.10
(Sent in by a researcher/see contributors page)


MARY JAECKEL

Life Long Resident Dies
Mrs. Herman Jaeckel died at the family home on Route 1 Wednesday afternoon 
after a short illness. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from St. 
John's Lutheran church. Rev. Haaase will officiate at the last rites. Mrs. 
Jaeckel was sixty-three years of age and has always made her home on Route 1. 
She is survived by two daughters Mrs. Mary Gunderson and Mrs. Daniel Krieser, 
four sons, Ferdinand, Herman, Arthur and Albert. One brother, Jacob Giefer 
and two sisters, Mrs. Kate Sorge and Mrs. Meinenburg also survive her. Mrs. 
Jaeckel was known as a kindly person and the entire community will feel the 
loss of one who because of her deeds of kindness was loved by all with whom 
she came in contact during her life.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, November 28, 1924 P. 1
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A very large funeral was that of Mrs. Herman Jaeckel of the town of two rivers on 
Saturday last.
Mrs. Jaeckel passed away after a long period of ill health, being confined to her 
bed a month before death came.
The funeral was from the home on the Range Line Road with services at St. John's 
Lutheran church, Rev. W.G. Haese officiating. Deceased was highly esteemed by a 
great many friends for her noble qualities, being a devout and practical Christian lady.
Mrs. Jaeckel was born in the town of Two Rivers sixty-one years ago.
Besides her husband, those who remain to mourn her death are two daughters, 
Mrs. Gunderson of Sheboygan and Mrs. Daniel Kreiser of Manitowoc; and four sons, 
Ferdinand of Waukegan, Illinois; Herman Jr., Albert and Arthur of Two rivers. 
Two Sisters, Mrs. Meinburg of Milwaukee and Mrs. Sorge of Manitowoc and a brother, 
Jacob Geifer of Racine also survive.
Two Rivers Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis., Friday, December 5, 1924 pg. 1


ROSE JAECKEL

Former Resident Who Died At Waukegan Is Buried Here
Funeral services for Mrs. Ferdinand Jaeckel, nee Rose Ruzek, a former resident 
of this city who died in a hospital in Waukegan, Ill., Saturday, were held this 
afternoon from the home at 1:30 and from the St. John's Lutheran church at two 
o'clock, with Rev. W.G. Haase officiating and interment at Pioneer's Rest 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Jaeckel, aged 38, was born in Kewaunee. She was a resident of this city 
twenty-five years before moving to Waukegan seven years ago. She is survived by 
one daughter, Rose, and two brothers, Adolph of this city and Math of Waukegan.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, April 30, 1929 P.9


ELIZABETH JAHNKE

DIED
Jahnke - At the home of her sister in Milwaukee, May 21, 1896, Lizzie Jahnke, 
aged 31 years and 5 months. Miss Jahnke came to this city with her parents when 
an infant and her home has been here ever since, though for a year or more past 
she lived with a sister who resides in Milwaukee. Her remains were brought here 
for interment in the family burial lot in the public cemetery where both of her 
parents, a sister and a brother are lying. She was a most amiable and worthy young 
lady and has many friends here who deeply regret her early death. She was a 
graduate of our High School and for a few years taught in one of the departments 
of the public school, until failing health forced her to abandon teaching. She afterwards 
was chosen librarian of the Jos. Mann Public Library of this city but was compelled to 
resign this position for a like cause. Her funeral was attended by many of her former 
schoolmates.  
Manitowoc County Chronicle - May 26, 1896
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(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 25 May)
Miss Lizzie Dahnky (sic) who was born and raised here died 
last week in Milwaukee. Her body was brought here for burial 
Sat. She had been a teacher in our public schools for many
years, but for the last year worked as a telegraph operator 
in Milwaukee.
Der Nord Westen, 28 May 1896 
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Wisconsin Death Index
Name Elizabeth Jahnke  
Event Type Death  
Event Date 20 May 1896  
Event Place Milwaukee, Wisconsin  
Page 0352 
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Wisconsin, Death Records
Name Elizabeth Jahnke  
Event Type Death  
Event Date 1896  
Event Place Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin  
Gender Female  
Age 30  
Race White  
Birth Date 25 Dec 1865  
Birth Year (Estimated) 1866  
Birthplace Ger  
Burial Place Two Rivers, Wis  
Father's Name Johan Jahnke  
Mother's Name Augusta Jahnke 


JOHN JAHNKE

Death on Sun. in Two Rivers of Mr. John Jahnke of consumption. 
He was born 18 June 1827 in Hasseldorf, Prussia, and came to 
America in 1870 directly to Two Rivers where he has lived ever 
since and has enjoyed great admiration. The funeral took place 
yesterday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 25 Oct. 1894 
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(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 29 Oct.) 
A big funeral took place last Wed. for Johann Jahnee(sic) who 
died the previous Sun. at age 67 of consumption.
Der Nord Westen, 08 Nov. 1894


ADELBERT W. JAKLIN

Al W. Jaklin(sic), 60 of 354-22nd St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning, Feb. 15, 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, by the Rev. Donald Marquardt. Burial will be 
in Pioneers Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Jaklin was born Aug. 13, 1922, at Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph W. and 
Julia J. Urbanek Jaklin. He resided in Two Rivers all his life, attended St. Luke 
Parochial School and was graduated from Washington High School with the Class of 
1940. He attended various music schools in Milwaukee and Chicago and was a well 
know pianist, organ player and teacher in the Two Rivers area.
Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law, John J. and Vivian Jaklin of Two 
Rivers; a nephew and niece, James and LuAnn Jaklin and a grand nephew, Jeffrey 
Jaklin of Burlington, Wis. Special friends, Frank Copesky of Windsor, Ontario, 
Canada, and Peter and Margaret Klein of Two Rivers also survive.
There will be no Wednesday evening visitation at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
Herald Times Reporter, February 15, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. 02-17-1983/age 60 yrs.]


AUGUSTA E. JAKLIN

Mrs. Augusta Tank Jaklin, 83, of 712 Huron St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
night at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 Saturday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard Weber officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Jaklin, nee Augusta Kitzman, was born March 10, 1889, at Winneconne, 
daughter of the late Gottlieb and Mathilda Kitzman. She was married in 1906 
to Edward Tank at Oshkosh. The family moved to Two Rivers in 1922 where her 
husband died in 1942. She was married at Tish Mills in 1946 to Frank Jaklin 
and after his death in 1964 she took up residence at Manitowoc.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Leone Ambler, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. 
Mildred Hiller, of Janesville; a son-in-law, O.W. Kaminsky, of Manitowoc, a 
grandson and four great grandchildren. A daughter, Mrs. O.W. Kaminsky, five 
sisters and two brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Friday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers, and from 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 14, 1972
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(Augusta/Mar 10, 1889/Dec 1972/SSDI)


JOHN J. JAKLIN

John J. Jaklin, age 73, of 1814-30th Street, Two Rivers, died Monday morning, 
May 11, 1992, at the Hamilton Memorial Home, after a courageous 7 year battle 
with kidney failure.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., at the Klein and Stangel Funeral 
Home and 10 a.m. at the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Two Rivers. Presiding 
the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Revs. Paul Schumacher and Frederik 
Schulz with burial to follow in the Pioneers' Rest Cemetery in Two Rivers.
He was born October 20, 1918 in Two Rivers, Wis., son of the late Joseph W. and 
Julia Urbanek Jaklin. He was graduate of the Two Rivers Washington High School 
Class of 1937, then served with the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary during 
World War II. He married the former Vivian Sattler on April 18, 1942 at the St. 
Luke's Catholic Church Rectory in Two Rivers and the couple just celebrated their 
50th wedding anniversary. Mr. Jaklin was employed with the Hamilton Manufacturing 
Company of Two Rivers in various positions for 46 years until his retirement in 
1983.
Survivors include his wife, Vivian Jaklin of Two Rivers; a son and daughter-in-law, 
James and Lou Ann Jaklin of Burlington; a grandson, Jeff Jaklin of Burlington; a 
brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Clyde and Marilyn Pfeffer of Manitowoc; nephews, 
David (Margaret) Pfeffer of Sturgeon Bay; Skip (Jane) Pfeffer of Manitowoc; cousins, 
Lucy Behrendt of Sedona, Ariz., Marcella Jaklin of Tisch Mills. Other relatives and 
many dear friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his brother, Al W. 
Jaklin.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home Tuesday evening from 5 until 
8 p.m. where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. by the Rev. Paul Schumacher.
Herald Times Reporter, May 11, 1992 P. A2
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(20 Oct 1918/11 May 1992/SSDI)


JOSEPH JAKLIN

Joseph W. Jaklin, 90, Two Rivers resident, died Monday evening, July 2 in 
Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, where he had resided the past nine years.
Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Thursday in Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and 11 a.m. in St. Luke Catholic hurch (sic), Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert E. 
Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Jaklin was born April 8, 1889, in Norman, Town of Franklin, son of the late 
Nicholas and Anna Fisher Jaklin. He married Julia J. Urbanek June 12, 1916, in 
St. Mary Catholic Church, Tisch Mills. The couple then moved to Two Rivers, 
residing there since. She preceded him in death Feb. 1, 1969. Prior to his 
retirement in 1955, he had been employed as an electrical engineer with Hamilton 
Industries for 42 years. He was a member of Hamilton Management Club, February 
Club, Two Rivers Knights of Columbus and a 63 year member of St. Luke Parish.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, John J. and Vivian Jaklin and a son, 
Al W. Jaklin of Two Rivers; a grandson and grand daughter-in-law, James and Lu 
Ann Jaklin and a great grandson, Jeffery Jaklin of Burlington, Wis. Three brothers 
and four sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral Home after 9 a.m. Thursday until the time of 
service.
Herald Times Reporter, July 3, 1979 P. 3
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[Joseph Wencil Jaklin]
(Apr 08, 1889/Jul 1979/SSDI)
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Tisch Mills:
Married on Monday, June 12 at 9 o'clock a.m. at the St. Mary's Catholic Church, 
Mr. Joseph Jaklin and Miss Julia Urbanek were united in wedlock, Rev. Father 
Cipin officiating. Miss Anna Urbanek was the bride's only attendant while Benjamin 
Jaklin acted as best man. After the matrimonial services at the church, the couple 
with their most intimate friends and relatives repaired to the home of the bride 
where a sumptuous wedding dinner awaited them. Immediately after dinner the couple 
departed for northern Wisconsin and Michigan on a honeymoon. They have a large 
circle of friends who wish that their lives may be long and happy, with which wish 
the correspondent joins by taking the worthy couple her most sincere congratulations.
The Reporter, Fri., June 16, 1916


JULIA JAKLIN

Mrs. Joseph W. Jaklin, 76, of 2401 Washington St., Two Rivers, died Saturday 
morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Earl R. Brouchoud will officiate and burial will be in 
Pioneer's Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Jaklin, nee Julia J. Urbanek, was born Nov. 13, 1892, at Tisch Mills, 
daughter of the late Frank and Rose Koenig Urbanek. She was married to Joseph W. 
Jaklin June 12, 1916, at Tisch Mills. After marriage they moved to Two Rivers 
and resided there ever since. 
Mrs. Jaklin was a member of the Altar Society of the church.
Survivors include her husband; two sons, John and Adabert (sic), and a grandson, 
James, of Two Rivers. 
There will be no visitation. Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of 
arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 1, 1969  P. 3
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Tisch Mills:
Married on Monday, June 12 at 9 o'clock a.m. at the St. Mary's Catholic Church, 
Mr. Joseph Jaklin and Miss Julia Urbanek were united in wedlock, Rev. Father 
Cipin officiating. Miss Anna Urbanek was the bride's only attendant while Benjamin 
Jaklin acted as best man. After the matrimonial services at the church, the couple 
with their most intimate friends and relatives repaired to the home of the bride 
where a sumptuous wedding dinner awaited them. Immediately after dinner the couple 
departed for northern Wisconsin and Michigan on a honeymoon. They have a large 
circle of friends who wish that their lives may be long and happy, with which wish 
the correspondent joins by taking the worthy couple her most sincere congratulations.
The Reporter, Fri., June 16, 1916


VIVIAN (SATTLER) JAKLIN

Vivian M. Jaklin, age 87, of Two Rivers, passed away Friday morning, 
March 6, 2009, at the Hamilton Care Center, Two Rivers.
She was born August 30, 1921 in Two Rivers, daughter of Harry and Amanda 
(Koeser) Sattler. Both parents died early in her life and she and her 
sister Marilyn were raised by her maternal grandmother, Anna Koeser. Vivian 
Sattler graduated from Washington High School in 1939. She was briefly 
employed at the Hamilton Manufacturing Company until she married John J. 
Jaklin on April 18, 1942. He preceded her in death on May 11, 1992. She 
enjoyed an active life in her hometown where she raised her only son, 
(private).
Vivian was actively involved in work within Emanuel United Methodist Church, 
Two Rivers, for many years. She enjoyed attending her Rachel Circle meetings 
until failing health made it necessary to move into the Harmony House, 
Northland Lodge, and most recently to the Hamilton Care Center.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at Emanuel 
United Methodist Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. 
Sonia Alvarado with burial to follow at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at Emanuel 
United Methodist Church, Two Rivers from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service 
at 11 a.m.
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers is 
assisting the Jaklin family with funeral arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Emanuel United Methodist 
Church, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, March 8, 2009


ELIZA JANTZEN

Mrs. Herman Janzen (sic), 84, a resident of Two Rivers for 40 years, died 
Sunday afternoon at the Municipal hospital there after a short illness.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the 
Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home and at 2 p.m. from St. John's Lutheran 
church with the Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' 
Rest cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Janzen (sic), nee Elizabeth Ellerich, was born in Germany in 1854. She 
came to this country in 1883 and the family settled at Mishicot. At the end 
of that year she married Herman Janzen. Later the couple lived in Two Rivers 
for a short while but then went back to the farm. Forty years ago they moved 
to Two Rivers. 
Mr. Janzen died nine years ago. Mrs. Janzen had made her home with Mr. and 
Mrs. John Puls, 2014 13th street, in Two Rivers. 
The only survivors are several nephews and nieces, most of whom live in this 
vicinity.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 27, 1939  P. 2
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[7-65]-[Magdaline/bur. 03-29-1939/age 85 yrs./from cem. record]
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JANZEN: Hermann
m: 30 Dec. 1883 (co. mar. index v.5 p.168)
to: Magd. Eliza. Ellerich


HERMAN JANTZEN

Funeral services for Herman Jantzen, for many years a resident of this city, 
who passed away at his home on Roosevelt Avenue early Tuesday morning after 
a short illness, were held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the St. John's 
Lutheran Church, with Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Burial took place at 
Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, September 6, 1929  P.14


VERNETTA JASPER

Funeral services for Mrs. Joseph Jasper, Jr., 27, who died at the home of her 
father-in-law, Joseph Jasper, Sr., Two Rivers, route 1, yesterday afternoon, 
will be held Thursday.
There will be short services at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home at Two 
Rivers at 1:30 o'clock followed by services at st. John's Lutheran church at 
2 p.m. The Rev. G. Haase will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the time of the 
services.
Mrs. Jasper, nee Vernetta Messman, was born in Two Rivers Dec. 30, 1911, the 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Messman. About two and one-half years later 
the family moved to a farm north of Two Rivers. She was married to Joseph Jasper, 
Jr., in 1932.
Survivors are the widower; two sons, Irwin, 6, and Donald, 22 months; and her 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Messman of the town of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 18, 1939  P. 2


WILHELMINE JASPER/GASPER

Notes from Two Rivers:
Mrs. Wilhelmina Jasper, aged 79, died on Sunday at the home of her son in the 
Town of Two Rivers. She had been ill for some time. The funeral was held from 
St. John's Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 9, 1922


AGNES JEBAVY

One of the Two Rivers oldest residents, Mrs. John Jebavy, 87, died yesterday 
afternoon at the home of her son, Robert, 1722 20th street, that city. Mrs. 
Jebavy, widow of John Jebavy who died 17 years ago, was a resident of Two 
Rivers for the past 53 years. She was born in Bohemia Jan. 6, 1850. She was 
married in Bohemia 66 years ago and came to Two Rivers directly from Bohemia 
in 1884. For the past five years she has resided with her son Robert.
Six children, five of them in Two Rivers, survive her. The children are Frank, 
John, Anton, Robert, and Mrs. Lucy Chapek, all of Two Rivers, and Mrs. L. B. 
Barkley of Klamath Falls, Oregon. Twelve grandchildren and three great grand-
children also survive. 
The body was taken to the Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, where 
it may be viewed tonight and tomorrow morning. Tomorrow the body will be taken 
to the home on 20th street. The rosary led by Rev. C. V. Hugo will be prayed at 
the home at 7:45 p.m. tomorrow.
Funeral services will be held from the home Saturday morning at 8:30 o'clock 
and from St. Luke's Catholic church at 9 o'clock with the Rev. C. V. Hugo 
officiating. Burial will be in Pioneer's Rest cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 8, 1937  P. 11


ANTON JEBAVY

Bowling Star Anton Jebavy Is Dead at 75 
TWO RIVERS-Anton (Bobby) Jebavy, 75, of 1604 Emmett St., Two Rives, retired 
longtime Mirro Aluminum Co. Plant 1 tool and die maker, whom many had felt 
should have been referred to as "Mr. Bowler of Two Rivers," for his outstanding 
exploits in the sport since boyhood, is dead. 
Mr. Jebavy collapsed and died unexpectedly of a heart attack shortly after 8:30 
p.m. Thursday on the alleys of the J.E. Hamilton Community House on the site 
upon which he was born and reared, bowling with the Kurtz Bar team in the 
Classic League. The same team won the title in the City Bowling Tournament last 
week. 
Held State Title
One of the area's oldest active bowlers, sharing in the winning of the state 
title in doubles in 1923 and a member of a team which holds the all-time high 
series in Two Rivers, accomplished in 1933, Mr. Jebavy had apparently been in 
fair health, although being stricken with a heart attack some 10 years ago. 
Since retirement he had lived quietly except for his bowling participation, 
pursuing a summer hobby of fishing on the Two Rivers harbor pierhead, a short 
distance from his home. His wife, Frances, preceded him in death three years 
ago.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete, but it is understood that services will be 
Monday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home here, with burial in the family 
plot in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Anton Jebavy was born in Two Rivers on West Park Street Feb. 11, 1888, in the 
family homestead now the site of the Hamilton Community House, a son of the late 
John and Anna Lukes Jebavy, who immigrated from Czechoslovakia. In his youth he 
operated the pantographing machine in the old Wood Type Shop of the Hamilton Mfg. 
Co., used for cutting out wood type. In August of 1907 he began to work in the 
Machine Shop of Mirro Aluminum Co. Plan 1, where he followed the trade of a tool 
and die maker until his retirement in December of 1952.
Active in Quins 
Since early youth Mr. Jebavy had been and one of the community's leading bowlers. 
He began as a pinsetter in the old Perry Diehl alleys on 16th Street, now the 
site of the Hippert Recreation Alleys. He was also active in the old Quinn 
Athletic Club in the earlier part of the century, and for a number of years was 
a member of the Two Rivers Lodge of Elks taking part in numerous state Elks 
bowling meets.
In 1923 with his lifelong companion, Frank Swejkar, the pair won the doubles 
title in the State Bowling Tournament at Green Bay posting at 1308 total. Holding 
an average above 180 for more than 40 years, he was a member of the old Spot team 
in 1934 which still holds the highest three-game series in Two Rivers, rolling 
3,184.
Mr. Jebavy married the former Frances Buresh in Two Rivers Jan. 7. 1912, who died 
Oct. 23, 1959.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Harold (Beatrice) Loebbaka, of Chicago; a sister, 
Mrs. Fred Chapek, of Two Rivers, and a granddaughter, Wendy Loebbaka.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 16, 1962  P. 13 
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Funeral services for Anton Jebavy, 75, of 1604 Emmett St., Two Rivers, retired Mirro 
Aluminum Co. tool and die maker and widely known bowler who died unexpectedly of a 
heart attack while bowling at the J.E. Hamilton Community House alleys in league 
competition Thursday night, will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. George Beth officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday here the Rosary will be 
recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 17, 1962  P. 9 
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A very pretty wedding was witnessed Tuesday, January 7, at St. Luke's church when 
Anton Jebavy led Miss Fannie Buresch to the altar and pledged their vows for their 
voyage on the ship of life. Mr. Jebavy is a prominent young man of this city, well 
known in society circles while his bride is a highly respected young lady of Antigo 
and for the past three years, head waitress at the Hotel Hamilton. They were 
attended by Robert Jebavy as best man and Mary Skala as maid of honor.
A sumptuous wedding dinner was served at the home of the groom's parents on Park 
St. Mr. and Mrs. Jebavy left for Antigo, the home of the bride and thence for 
Milwaukee and Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Jebavy have a host of friends here who wish 
them joy and prosperity.
The Reporter, Sat., Jan. 11, 1913


FERN JEBAVY

Mrs. Robert Jebavy, 25, the former Fern Rosinski of Two Rivers, died 
at 1:30 a.m. today at Milwaukee, where she had made her home since her 
marriage. She had been in ill health for the past eight months.
The body was to be brought to the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home 
at Two Rivers today. Plans for the funeral will be announced tomorrow.
Mrs. Jebavy was born in Two Rivers, Jan. 8, 1916 and lived there until 
her marriage to Robert Jebavy, also a former resident of that city, 
May 11, 1940. She was a daughter of William Rosinski, Two Rivers, 
route 1.
Survivors are the widower; her father, two sisters, Miss Bernice Rosinski, 
Cleveland, Wis., and Mrs. Robert Skaldge, Two Rivers, and three brothers, 
William Jr. Walter and Myron, all of Two Rivers route 1.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, April 1, 1941 P.2


FRANCES JEBAVY

Mrs. Anton Jebavy, 72, of 1604 Emmett St., Two Rivers, died late Friday 
afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. She had been in failing health for 
a number of years.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Klein & Stangel, Inc. 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. H. J. Schmitz officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Jebavy, nee Frances Buresh, was born at Tisch Mills Sept. 29, 1887, a 
daughter of the late Wenzel and Frances Buresh. She was married to Anton Jebavy 
in Two Rivers Jan. 7, 1912. A member of the Altar Society of St. Luke church she 
was also affiliated with the Ladies Auxiliary of the Two Rivers Lodge of Elks.
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Harold Loebbaka of Chicago, Ill.; 
a sister, Mrs. Stella Pilzak, of Antigo; a brother, Emil Buresh, of Milwaukee, 
and one grandchild. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7:45 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 24, 1959  P. 9 
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A very pretty wedding was witnessed Tuesday, January 7, at St. Luke's church when 
Anton Jebavy led Miss Fannie Buresch to the altar and pledged their vows for their 
voyage on the ship of life. Mr. Jebavy is a prominent young man of this city, well 
known in society circles while his bride is a highly respected young lady of Antigo 
and for the past three years, head waitress at the Hotel Hamilton. They were 
attended by Robert Jebavy as best man and Mary Skala as maid of honor.
A sumptuous wedding dinner was served at the home of the groom's parents on Park 
St. Mr. and Mrs. Jebavy left for Antigo, the home of the bride and thence for 
Milwaukee and Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Jebavy have a host of friends here who wish 
them joy and prosperity.
The Reporter, Sat., Jan. 11, 1913


FRANK JEBAVY

Frank Jebavy, 85, longtime resident of Two Rivers, who had been living
with a nephew, Joseph (can't read next line) the past six years, died Sunday
afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. He had been in failing
health more than a year.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Klein and Stangel Inc.,
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. R.J. Wichlei officiating. Burial
will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Jebavy was born Feb. 23, 1872, in Czechoslovakia, son of the late
John and Agnes Jebavy. When he was a child the family brought him to
this country, settling in Two Rivers. After a number of years of
employment at the old Two Rivers Mann Brothers Pail Factory he worked
until about 30 years ago at the Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers.
Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Frank Chapek of Two Rivers, a brother,
Anton, of Two Rivers and a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home.
from the newspaper, Monday, Feb. 17, 1958


JOHN JEBAVY

Notes from Two Rivers:
John Jebavy died on Friday after a long illness. For many years he 
was a sufferer from asthma but his death was due to apoplexy. He 
was born in Bohemia and was 74 years old. He is survived by his 
wife and six children.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Mar. 18, 1920
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John Jebavy, aged 73, died at his home on West Park Street Saturday after being 
in ill health for a long time. He was a native of Bohemia and came to Two Rivers 
approximately 45 years ago. He is survived by his widow, four sons, Frank, John, 
Robert and Anton of this city and two daughters, Mrs. B.M. Bartelme, who is here 
with her husband from Oregon and Mrs. L. Sheback. The funeral took place Monday, 
Mr. Nespor officiating.
The Reporter, Thurs., Mar. 18, 1920
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(Note: His stone has 1921 on it, but it appears he died in 1920)


RANDALL JEBAVY

Drowned man's body recovered
MANITOWOC-County Coroner Marion Cumming has ruled that the death of a 32-year-old 
Manitowoc man, whose body was discovered Monday night, in the Manitowoc River, was 
due to accidental drowning.
Cumming said the body of Randall J. Jebavy was found floating in the river just 
before 8 p.m., by a fisherman.
The Police Department reported the location as about 400 yards west of the 10th 
Street bridge, toward the north side of the river.
The Fire Department, which dispatched personnel to the scene to retrieve the body, 
reported it was near the shoreline, and recovered without having to use a boat.
"Mr Jebavy is presumed to have died March 26, at about 1 a.m.," Cumming's statement 
said. "It is believed he fell into the river."
The Police Department had been looking for Jebavy since March 28.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 7, 1985  P. 1
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[cremated 05-09-1985/age 32 yrs.]


ROBERT J. JEBAVY

Mr. Robert J. Jebavy, 79, of 830 Wilson St., Manitowoc, died Monday, September 2, 
1991 at his residence. Private family memorial services will be held at a later 
date with burial at Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers, with cremation having 
taken place. 
He was born August 27, 1912 in Two Rivers, and attended schools in Two Rivers and 
later graduating in Milwaukee. He was the son of the late John and Mary Shekoski 
Jebavy. He married Gladys M. Boldt, October 25, 1941 in Milwaukee. He was a World 
War II Veteran serving in the European Theatre in the Army Medical Corps, being 
discharged in November of 1945. The couple returned to Manitowoc in 1951 to make 
their home. He was the owner of the Health Food Store in Manitowoc and later 
managed the Newport Village Park.
Survivors include his wife, Gladys of Manitowoc, two sons and daughters-in-law, 
Robert and Nancy Jebavy Jr. of Brookfield, Wis., Alan and Marie Jebavy of San 
Marcos, Calif., a brother and sister-in-law, John and Phyllis Jebavy of Manitowoc; 
a sister, Helen Nieland of Hartland, Wis.; four grandchildren. He was preceded in 
death by a son, Randall in 1985, a brother and a sister.
In lieu of flowers a memorial had been established in his name. Jens Funeral Home 
and Crematory assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Sept. 4, 1991 page B10


RUTH JEDLICKA

Mrs. Ruth Jedlicka, 28, wife of Ewald Jedlicka, 1145 N. 18th street, died at 
5 o'clock this morning after an illness of two weeks.
Mrs. Jedlicka was born April 4, 1912, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Raatz, 
Two Rivers route 2. She was married April 25, 1936. Besides her husband and 
parents, she is survived by one brother, Roland, of Two Rivers, route 2, and 
one sister, Mrs. Walter Beth of Two Rivers.
The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from Wednesday afteroon 
until Friday morning at 10 o'clock when it will be removed to the Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran church, Ninth and Pine streets. Funeral services will be 
conducted at the church at 2 p.m. Friday by the Rev. T.F. Uetzmann and burial 
will be at Pioneer's Rest cemetery at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, March 11, 1941 P.2
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[bur. 03-14-1941/age 28 yrs.]


JOHN JENS

John Jens a pioneer settler of Two Rivers, died there at the age of 
73 years. He is survived by a widow and two daughters. Burial was at 
Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday April 26, 1916 P.3
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The funeral of John Jens who passed away last Friday night, took place Monday 
afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church. Mr. Jens had been ill for several 
months. Deceased was born at ??Kutzerow, Mecklenberg, Schwerin, Germany in 
1843. He was an old resident of Two Rivers but for the past ten or twelve years 
has made his home on a farm in the Tannery district. Mr. Jens is survived by a 
widow and two daughters, Mrs. Adam Klein and Miss Sophia Jens. His son, Rudolph 
died in 1903 while serving as an indian missionary in the west.
The Reporter, Fri., Apr. 28, 1916


RUDOLPH JENS   (d. 1903)

DEATH WHILE ON MISSION OF PEACE
Two Rivers Boy Killed in his Work as Missionary to the Apache Indians.
DIED ALONE ON COUNTRY ROAD
Rudolph Jens Thrown from His Horse at San Carlos, Arizona, and Killed-
Body to be Brought Here
Serving as a church missionary to the Apache Indians in Arizona and while 
enroute to administer to the spiritual needs of his charges in a neighboring 
village, Rudolph Jens, a Two Rivers youth who is well known throughout the 
county, met his death from injuries sustained in being thrown from a horse 
which he was riding. The accident occurred on a country road between San Carlos 
and a nearby village, Arizona, the news being received here Sunday. 
Arrangements have been made to return the body for burial at Two Rivers, the 
funeral taking place Thursday or Friday of the present week.
But meager details of the accident are given in a message received by the 
parents of the unfortunate victim. Jens was in charge of the Lutheran mission 
for the Apache Indians at San Carlos, Arizona,and also conducted services in 
the surrounding villages. It was while on his way to perform this duty that he 
was thrown from his horse and injured so severely that death must have followed 
in a short time, the dead body being discovered by passers-by. In letters to 
relatives the young man had frequently made mention of the poor condition of 
the country roads in the vicinity and it is presumed from this that he was 
thrown upon an obstruction in the roadway and injured in this manner.
Rudolph Jens was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Jens, well known and highly 
respected residents of the county whose home is on the outskirts of the city 
of Two Rivers. As a boy the unfortunate young man attended the public schools 
at Two Rivers and later the Lutheran school in this city. He was enrolled as a 
student at the Lutheran seminary at Watertown and graduated from the institution 
in 1900, receiving an appointment from the church synod to the missionary 
service among the Indians. Little over two years ago he was stationed at San 
Carlos mission in Arizona and from all reports received had been very successful 
in his work in the Apache tribe. Frequent letters to his parents and friends 
told of the work and that he was contented and satisfied with the field.
Born in this county twenty-seven years ago, and having spent almost his entire 
life here, Jens was widely known and was popular with the young people with 
whom he associated. His last visit to the home at Two Rivers was just previous 
to his departure for Arizona two years ago. The news of his untimely and sad 
death is a terrible shock to the aged parents and many friends. The body is 
expected to arrive Wednesday and arrangements will then be completed for the 
funeral, which will be attneded by a large number from this city. It is 
prebable (sic) that Rev. Machmueller, of the local church, will assist with 
the services.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, September 29, 1903 P. 1
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(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 28 Sep.)
Rudolph Jens, a 24-yr. old from here who has been serving as a missionary 
to the Apache Indians in Arizona for the past 3 yrs., has died there in 
an accident. The details are sketchy, but it seems he was thrown from a 
saddle horse. His body was shipped here and his funeral will probably be 
held Fri. afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 01 Oct. 1903
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LAID TO REST IN THE OLD HOME CEMETERY
As was stated last week, the death of Rudolph Jens was due to a run-away accident 
which took place two weeks ago today on September 22. Death, however, did not 
result until the following Friday. Indeed, the accident was not deemed fatal, 
though serious, but it proved so and death came in the twinkling of an eye. He 
was driving home on a load of hay from the railway station, about three miles 
from the San Carlos mission and on the way on account of a sudden jolt, slipped 
off the load and fell between the horses. The horses were frightened and began 
to run and some way, while trying to escape from his perilous position he was 
struck by the wagon but was not run over. He was found conscious but unable to 
walk by an Indian who carried a message for him to the Mission and he was soon 
taken to the Mission and given medical care, but death resulted from his injuries 
a few days later, though entirely, unexpected.
Rudolph Jens was born in the city on November 25, 1878. In 1895 he graduated from 
the High School. After graduating from our high school, he took a two year 
preparatory course at the Watertown University and also a two year course at the 
Lutheran Normal School at New Ulm, Minn. He taught a year at Saline, Michigan and 
a few months at Columbus prior to going to Arizona Indian Mission.
Rev. Chas. Guenther, who is in charge of the Lutheran Mission among the Indians 
of Arizona in which the late Rudolph Jens was employed as a teacher, reached here 
with the body last Friday. The funeral took place on Saturday and was attended by 
many Lutheran clergymen and teachers from neighboring parishes. The funeral service 
took place in St. John's church and were conducted by Rev. Brenner of Reedsville, 
assisted by Rev. C. Doehler, pastor. At the grave, Rev. Koch of Columbus officiated.
The Chronicle, Tues., Oct. 6, 1903 
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The body of Rudolph Jens, whose accidental death in Arizona we reported last week,
arrived in Two Rivers Fri. afternoon, and his funeral was held Sat. from the Lutheran
Church. We have now learned that he was severely injured from a fall from a load of
hay. He was found by an Indian who carried the news to the mission. He was brought
in, and though his injuries were not considered to be of a fatal nature, he died several
days later.
Der Nord Westen, 08 Oct. 1903


RUDOLPH F. JENS    (d. 1942)

Rudolph Jens, 46, a veteran of World War I, and former Mishicot resident, died 
in Milwaukee today.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the Klein and Stangel 
Inc., funeral home in Two Rivers. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery at 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Jens was born in the town of Mishicot in 1896. He spent his early life on 
the farm home and in 1920 went to Milwaukee where he took employment as a wood 
worker in the Milwaukee plant of the Kiel Furniture Co. For the past several 
years he had been employed by a Milwaukee railroad company as a woodworker in 
the manufacturing of railroad coaches.
On October 4, 1924 Mr. Jens married Hildegarde Smith of Lenhurst, Wis. She 
survies with two daughters, Ruth 15, and Carol 4. He is also survived by his 
mother Mrs. Emil Klabunde of the town of Mishicot, a sister, Mrs. John Wilsman 
of the town of Manitowoc, a half sister and three half brothers. The half sister 
is Mrs. Rudolph Beier of Milwaukee. The half brothers are Edwin and Arthur 
Klabunde of Two Rivers and Harold Klabunde of Milwaukee.
The body will be brought to the Two Rivers funeral home late Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 29, 1942 P. 4


SOPHIA JENS    (d. 1943)

Mrs. Sophia Jens, 87, died at her home at 1913 21st street, Two Rivers, shortly 
before noon today. She had been in failing health for several weeks.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, at 1:30 p.m. from the Klein & Stangel, 
Inc., funeral home and at 2 p.m. from St. John's Lutheran church with the Rev. 
W.G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Jens, nee Sophia Jens, a daughter of the late John and Christina Jens, was 
born at Saxonburg, town of Mishicot, on April 1?, 1855. She married John Jens 71 
years ago at Two Rivers and the couple lived in Two Rivers for 31 years before 
going to the Tannery to operate a farm. Mr. Jens died 26 years ago after which 
Mrs. Jens returned to Two Rivers to live.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Adam Klein, Two Rivers, and Miss Sophia at home; 
10 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 2 p.m. Tuesday to the time of the 
funeral on Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 4, 1943 P. 10


SOPHIA C. JENS    (d. 1960)

Sophia Jens, 93, of 1318-21st St., Two Rivers, an early rural schoolteacher 
and retired veteran employe of the Bank of Two Rivers, died shortly before 
noon Saturday at Manitowoc County Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Klein and Stangel Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. 
W.G. Haase will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers,
Miss Jens was born Oct. 19, 1876, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late John and 
Sophia Jens Jens. She taught at various schools in the Two Rivers area over a 
number of years. After retirement from teaching following 15 years in the 
profession, she obtained employment as a bookkeeper at the Bank of Two Rivers 
retiring in 1932 after 25 years of service.
Survivors include a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 30, 1960 P. 3


THEODORE (TED) JERGENSON

Theodore A. Jergenson, age 94, formerly of Manitowoc, died
Saturday morning, January 13, 1996, at North Ridge Medical
and Rehabilitation Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 
16, 1996, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, Rev. 
Richard C. Miller will officiate with burial to follow at 
Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born September 14, 1901, in the Township of Carlton,
Kewaunee county, son of the late George and Bertha Messman
Jergenson. he grew up and was educated in Kewaunee and
Waupaca Counties. He becam a resident of Two Rivers in 1920.
He married Volara A. Panzer, September 12, 1923, at St. 
John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. She preceded 
him in death on May 2, 1986, after celebrating 62 years of 
marriaga. Ted worked for the Mirro Aluminum company and the 
Manitowoc Company for 48 years retiring in 1968. Ted was a 
charter member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, and 
was very active in the church holding several church offices. 
He was a member of the Redeemer Men's Club, the Lutheran 
Laymens League and the Senior Centers of both Manitowoc and 
Two Rivers. Ted also was a member of both AARP chapters in 
Manitowoc and Two Rivers. He was a member of the Manitowoc 
Commission on Aging, a pioneer of the coalition of Wisconsin 
Aging which he helped form in 1979 and was a tireless
advocate for transportation for the elderly and disabled.
Survivors include one sister and brother-in-law, Madeline and 
Vernon Kuehl, Kewaunee; seven sisters-in-law, Hattie Jergenson, 
Kewaunee, Madeline Jergenson, Green Bay, Lucille Jergenson, 
Two Rivers, Adelaide Jergenson, Manitowoc, Esther Anders, Grand 
Rapids, Mich., Bernice Sloma, Grand Rapids, Mich., Florence 
Sibley, Albuquerque, N.M. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends. 
He was preceded in death by four brothers, Edward, Raymond, 
Orville and Carl.
Friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral
Home, Manitowoc, from 4-8 p.m. on Monday (TONIGHT) and
Tuesday  the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, January 15, 1996 p.A2
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(b. 14 Sept. 1901/d. 13 Jan. 1996/SSDI)
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Marriage of Theodore/Volara Jergenson
Wedding bells of St. John's Lutheran church called to the marriage altar, Wednesday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock, Theo Gerjenson and Miss Valera Panzer and they were united 
in holy bonds of matrimony by Rev. W.G. Haase, in the presence of a large number of 
friends and relatives.  The attending couple were Edward Gerjenson, a brother of the 
groom and Miss Lind Panzer of Appleton, a cousin of the bride. The groom is a son of 
Mr. and Mrs. George  Gerjenson, a Kewaunee County farmer and the bride is a daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Panzer of Thirteenth St.  A wedding dinner was served to 
relatives only, at the home of the bride following the ceremony. The newlyweds 
departed on a honeymoon sojourn to Milwaukee and other cities in the state. Upon 
their return they will take up their residence on the Southside.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 14, 1923


VOLARA JERGENSON

Mrs. Theodore A. (Volara A.) Jergenson, 80, of 1325 N. 8th St., Manitowoc, 
died unexpectedly Friday evening, May 2, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be 11 am Tuesday at Redeemer Lutheran Church. The Rev. 
Richard C. Miller will officiate and burial will be in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. Jergenson was born may 6, 1905 at Shawano, Wis., daughter of the late 
Charles C. and Martha Mueller Panzer. She was educated at Bonduel and then 
became a Two Rivers resident in 1916, when she moved there with her parents. 
She was married to Theodore A. Jergenson, Sept. 12, 1923 at St. John Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. (illegible) Mrs. Jergenson was a charter member of Redeemer 
Lutheran Church and Ladies Aid of the church. She was also a member of Lutheran 
Laymen's League, Manitowoc Senior Citizens and A.A.R.P. Chapter No. 812. Volara 
enjoyed crocheting as a hobby.
Survivors include her husband, Theodore; three sisters and brothers-in-law, 
Esther and Elroy Anders and Bernice and Joseph Sloma, all of Grand Rapids, Mich., 
and Florence and Edward Sibley of Albuquerque, New Mexico; nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by a brother, 
William in 1917 and a sister, Elsie Hendricks in 1980.
Friends may meet with the family at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer  and Reinbold 
Funeral Home, State St. Chapel, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 9 pm Monday and at the church 
on Tuesday from 10 am until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., May 4, 1986 page 11
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(Volara Jergenson/06 May 1905/May 1986/SSDI)
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Marriage of Theodore/Volara Jergenson
Wedding bells of St. John's Lutheran church called to the marriage altar, Wednesday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock, Theo Gerjenson and Miss Valera Panzer and they were united 
in holy bonds of matrimony by Rev. W.G. Haase, in the presence of a large number of 
friends and relatives.  The attending couple were Edward Gerjenson, a brother of the 
groom and Miss Lind Panzer of Appleton, a cousin of the bride. The groom is a son of 
Mr. and Mrs. George  Gerjenson, a Kewaunee County farmer and the bride is a daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Panzer of Thirteenth St.  A wedding dinner was served to 
relatives only, at the home of the bride following the ceremony. The newlyweds 
departed on a honeymoon sojourn to Milwaukee and other cities in the state. Upon 
their return they will take up their residence on the Southside.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 14, 1923


ALBERT JOHANNES

A. Johannes Dies at 77 in Minnesota
TWO RIVERS-Albert Johannes Sr., 77, of Villard, Minn., prominent former Town 
of Two Rivers farmer and a member of a family closely identified with the 
development of the City of Two Rivers, died Saturday afternoon at Glennwood 
Hospital in that city, having taken seriously ill Thursday. He had been in 
ill health the past year.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home here and at 2 p.m. at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Rev. W.G. 
Haase officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Johannes was born in the city, a son of the late Christian H. and Caroline 
Schwake Johannes. His father immigrated to this country in 1851 and began working 
at the saw mill of the late H.H. (Deacon) Smith. When the operation expanded into 
a tub and pail factory under Mann Brothers, Mr. Johannes became its superintendent. 
He attended St. John Lutheran School and when he was 14 the family moved to the 
Town of Two Rivers, where he resided until five years ago, moving to Villard.
Mr. Johannes was active in farming nearly his entire life and was instrumental in 
establishing a number of pioneer agricultural organizations in the county. He was 
prominent also as a Holstein breeder, having served both county and sate organiza-
tion. When the Two Rivers Centenial was celebrated in 1936 Mr. Johannes served on 
the general committee and assisted in developing numerous displays of early Two 
Rivers farm life and implements of the pioneering years.
May 16, 1906, Mr. Johannes married the former Eleanor Zander of the Town of Two 
Rivers who preceded him in death 19 years ago. On June 29, 1955, he married Mrs. 
Sally Hauerwas, who survives him.
Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Oscar Zermuchlen of the city and 
Mrs. Kenneth Redeker of Engelwood, Colo., a son, Albert, who operates the home 
farm, and 10 grandchildren. Five brothers and four sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 p.m. Tuesday. Services were held at 
St. John Lutheran Church at Villard Monday afternoon after which the casket was 
sent to Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 15, 1958 P. 2


ALMA E. JOHANNES

Alma E. Johannes, 85, formerly of 3734 Adams Street, Two Rivers, died Saturday, 
June 28, 1986 at the home of a son in Valencia, California. Funeral services 
will be 10:30 am Thursday at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David 
Scherbarth will officiate with burial to follow at Pioneers Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Johannes was born October 30, 1900, daughter of the late Harry and Elizabeth 
Schmidt Wilsmann. She married Edward A. Johannes on October 24, 1922 at St. John 
Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death February 8, 1984.
Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Edward Johannes of Valencia, 
California and Rev. John and Joanne Johannes of Fond du Lac; a daughter and son-
in-law, Elizabeth and Rev. H. Paul Bauer of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Esther 
Streubel of Two Rivers; 14 grandchildren also survived. She was preceded in death 
by four brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 5 pm 
to 8 pm Wednesday afternoon and from 9:30 am Thursday until the hour of service 
at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., July 1, 1986 page 17
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[Alma Eliza. Johannes/bur. 07-03-1986/age 85 yrs.]
(30 Oct 1900/Jun 1986/SSDI)


ANNA JOHANNES    (d. 1936)

DEATH CLAIMS MRS. JOHANNES 
Former Resident of Two Rivers To Be Buried Wednesday 
TWO RIVERS, (Special)-Mrs. Anna Johannes, 62, wife of Fred. C. Johannes, for 
many years superintendent of the old Two Rivers Wooden Ware company, died at 
her home in Milwaukee Saturday night after an illness of eight months.
Funeral services will be held here Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 from the Beduhn 
chapel and at 2 o'clock at St. John's Lutheran church, the Rev. W.G. Haase 
officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The body will be 
brought here Tuesday morning and can be viewed at the funeral home.
Mrs. Johannes, nee Anna Lueth, was born at Shoto on March 22, 1874. She was 
married in Two Rivers on June 7, 1894 to Fred. C. Johannes.
Besides the widower, she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. William Smith, of 
Janesville, the former Olga Johannes. Another daughter, Mrs. Cora Genske, died 
here a number of years ago. She is also survived by a half-sister, Mrs. E. R. 
Mueller, and a half-brother, Herman Kappelman, both of this city.
The Johanneses moved from the city about 10 years ago, making their home in 
Fond du Lac for two years, and for the last eight years resided in Milwaukee. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 16, 1936  P.9
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[Annie Johannes]


CAROLINA S. JOHANNES

MRS. JOHANNES WAS ONE OF CO'S PIONEERS
Died at Home of Her Son Albert, Two Rivers
Mrs. Caroline Johannes, widow of Christian Johannes, who died at the old farm 
home of her son, Albert Johannes, town of Two Rivers, Friday, was one of the 
pioneers of Manitowoc county. She was born in Bahden, Westphalia, Germany, 
November 28, 1845, and came to this country alone twenty years later. She was 
married to Christian Johannes and for many years the family was prominent at 
Two Rivers, where Mr. Johannes was superintendent of the pail factory. Thirty-
one years ago the family decided to make its home on a farm and it was through 
the efforts of Mrs. Johannes that the farm and farm home became one of the 
bright spots in the county. Mr. Johannes died in 1919. Mrs. Johannes is survived 
by ten children, Mrs. Caroline Pautz, Yale, S.D.; Charles, William, Fred and 
Christ, of Two Rivers; Mrs. August Schlei, Algoma; Mrs. Fred Kappelman, Kossuth; 
Louis of Huron, S.D.; Mrs. H. W. Schmidt and Albert with whom she made her home, 
both of the town of Two Rivers. The funeral will be held tomorrow, Tuesday 
afternoon, from the home of Charles at Two Rivers with services at St. Johns' 
Lutheran church, the Rev. Haase officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 7, 1924  P. 2
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[Sophia Carolina Johannes]


CHARLES JOHANNES    (d. 1933)

Charles Johannes, 73, Dies At The Hospital
FUNERAL IS TO BE HELD HERE ON Wednesday
Was One of First of Native Born White Children In This City
Death at 5:30 o'clock this morning claimed another of Two Rivers early native 
born white children, Charles Johannes, 73, at Two Rivers Municipal hospital, 
following an abdominal operation. Mr. Johannes, despite his advanced age, had 
enjoyed good health up to two weeks ago, when he became afflicted with a stomach 
ailment that necessitted an operation performed Thursday morning. He had been a 
patient at the hospital since last Wednesday.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the home 
of his son, Walter, 1918 Jefferson street, with whom he made his home, and from 
the St. John's Lutheran church at 2 o'clock. The Rev. W.G. Haase will officiate. 
Interment will be at Pioneers Rest cemetery. The remains will be taken to the 
home from the Beduhn & Goetz funeral parlors Tuesday afternoon.
Born in 1859
Mr. Johannes was a son of the last (sic) Christ. H. and Dorothy (Schwake) Johannes, 
and was born in this city June 11, 1859. His father, who immigrated to this country 
and to Two Rivers in 1851 at the age of sixteen years from Bremerhaven, Germany, 
later became one of the leaders in civic affairs in the village. Working as a mill 
hand in his teens, his promotion to superintendent of the mammoth enterprises of 
the Two Rivers Manufacturing company was rapid. The mill in which Mr. Johannes' 
father found employment was originally owned by the late Deacon Smith, who later 
joined in partnership with Mann Brothers.
Two Sons
Charles Johannes followed in the footsteps of his late father. Working as a lad in 
the Two Rivers Manufacturing company sawmill, he later assumed the position of 
engineer of the plant, which he held for many years. For the last 18 years he was 
an employe of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company, plant No. 1.
On May 8, 1881 Mr. Johannes was married to Miss Emma Shambeau of the Tannery, also 
a member of a prominent early family of the vicinity. She preceded him in death two 
years ago. Since her death he made his home with his son, Walter.
Mr. Johannes is survived by two sons, Walter of this city, and August Johannes, of 
Howards Grove, Sheboygan county. He also leaves three sisters; Mrs. Lena Pautz, of 
Yale, South Dakota, Mrs. Fred Kappelman of the town of Kossuth and Mrs. Henry Schmidt 
of the town of Two Rivers, and four brouthers, Louis, of Yale, South Dakato, Fred, 
of Milwaukee, Christ., of this city, and Albert Johannes of the town of Two Rivers. 
He also leaves 10 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 27, 1933 P.11


CHRISTIAN H. JOHANNES    (d. 1919)

Notes from Two Rivers:
Christ H. Johannes, a pioneer resident of Two Rivers who came here 
from Germany when a youth and who was connected with the first 
sawmill to be operated here, died at his home in the Town of Two 
Rivers, early Monday morning at the advanced age of 84 years.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 21 1919
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OLD SETTLER ANSWERS FINAL SUMMONS
Christ Johannes, Aged 84, Dies at His Farm Home
LIVED HERE 68 YEARS
Occupied Important Position in Early Industrial Development of City
One after another, the old pioneers of Two Rivers are answering the call that 
sooner or later comes to all. Of the early settlers yet living, none has been 
more prominently identified with the life of the community then Christ Johannes. 
He passed away Monday morning at the age of 84 at the farm home of his son, 
Albert, in the Town of Two Rivers. For many years, he was superintendent of the 
Two Rivers Manufacturing Company's pail factory, which for a long time was the 
largest industry here.
Up to the time of his death, he was greatly interested in the work of St. John's 
Lutheran Church and the organization of which, in the early 50's, he was 
prominently identified. He gave liberally in time and money for the support of 
the church as well as other phases of community welfare. 
Deceased came to Two Rivers in 1851 when a boy of 16 with friends from across the 
sea where he was born in Lin??el, Westphalen, Germany. At that time, lumbering 
was the chief industry. After working in the saw mill for two years, he returned 
to Germany to get his parents and they settled here in 1953 and lived here with 
him until death took them in old age. He and his father engaged in work in "Deacon" 
Smith's saw mill and later, when the Mann Brothers became interested and the pail 
industry was begun, his employers, impressed with his industry and general knowledge 
of the business, made him superintendent of that plant which grew until it gave 
employment to 400 hands.
He succeeded to the position of superintendent upon the death of Bradford Smith, 
son of Deacon Smith. He helped organize the city's first volunteer fire department 
and served as a member of the village board. He retired in 1892 to the farm where 
he died. The quietude of the country was to him a pleasant contrast to the hum and 
noise of the industry he had known half a century. His health was good up to within 
a short time of his death and he and his aged wife, who survives him, enjoyed life 
on the farm in their declining years.
Mr. Johannes was twice married and was the father of ten children who survive him 
as follows: Mrs. Lena Pautz and Louis Johannes, South Dakota, Charles, William and 
Fred of this city, Mrs. August Schlei of Algoma, Mrs. Fred Kappleman, Kossuth, 
Christ Jr., Mrs. H.W. Schmidt and Albert, all of Two Rivers. There are thirty 
grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren also surviving. The funeral was held this 
afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church.
The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 21, 1919
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Christ H. Johannes was for forty-three years actively identified with 
industrial pursuits in Manitowoc county. At the present time he is 
practically living retired upon his farm of one hundred and sixty acres 
situated on section 22, Two Rivers township. This property is the visible 
evidence of a life of thrift, industry and perseverance that has brought 
him a substantial measure of success. He became connected with the lumber 
and wood-working interests in this county in pioneer days and has witnessed
the development of small enterprises of that character into mammoth 
undertakings.
Mr. Johannes was born in Bremerhaven, Germany, in 1835, and in 1851 when 
sixteen years of age emigrated to the United States, settling in Manitowoc 
county.  He found employment in the local sawmill which was the only 
industry of which Two Rivers boasted at that day. This mill was operated 
only through the summer months so that through the winter seasons for two 
years Mr. Johannes availed himself of the opportunity of attending the 
English school that he might acquaint himself with the language of his 
adopted land. The school was held in a rented room in one of the few houses
which Two Rivers contained at that time, and the pupils numbered a few more
than twenty. While thus engaged in pursuing his education he did chores for
a lumberman for his board. The mill in which Mr. Johannes was employed was 
originally owned by Deacon Smith, who was later joined in partnership 
relations by Mann Brothers, who subsequently established a pail or 
woodenware factory that has since been operated and is now one of the 
important productive industries of the city, conducted under the name of 
the Two Rivers Company.
When Mr. Johannes had been in America for four years he decided to visit 
his native land and when he again came to the new world he brought with 
him his parents, for whom he cared until they were called to their final 
rest at a ripe old age. When he took up his abode in Two Rivers he secured 
his old position and for forty-three years remained in active connection 
with that factory. His original position was a minor one in an isolated 
sawmill largely devoted to the manufacture of lath. He was diligent and 
competent, however, and applied himself intelligently to the discharge of 
any task assigned him, so that as a result he was promoted from time to 
time, eventually becoming superintendent. In that position he directed the 
work of the mill until 1892, when he withdrew from business activities and 
retired to his farm, on which he is still living, enjoying good health and 
happiness in company with his wife, who is eleven years his junior.
Mr. Johannes was twice married. In February, 1856, at Two Rivers, he wedded
Miss Dorothea Schwake, a native of Westphalia, Germany, and unto them were 
born four children, namely: Caroline, a resident of Yale, South Dakota; 
Charles, an engineer of Two Rivers; William, engaged as foreman for the 
Hamilton Manufacturing Company of Two Rivers; and Louis, proprietor of a 
restaurant at Yale, South Dakota. The mother of this family passed away in 
1864 and in 1865 Mr. Johannes married Miss Caroline Schwake, a sister of 
his former wife. Unto this union were born six children, as follows: Emma, 
who married Rev. August Schlei, of Algoma, Wisconsin; Minnie, the wife of 
Fred Koppleman, of Kossuth, Wisconsin; Fred, superintendent of the Two 
Rivers Woodenware Company; Christ, manager of the Two Creeks farm for 
Schroeder Brothers of Two Rivers; Louisa, who married Henry Schmidt, a 
farmer of Two Rivers township; and Albert. The last named was born December
6, 1881, in the city of Two Rivers, Wisconsin, and he acquired his 
education in the common schools. He has always remained with his parents, 
was reared to agricultural life and has continued to follow that 
occupation. He is very enterprising and progressive in his business 
activities and is popular in the society circles of Two Rivers township. 
He was married May 16, 1906, to Miss Elenora Zander, of this township, and 
they now have two children, Elaine S. and Elma.
C. H. Johannes was prominent in the organization of the First German 
Lutheran congregation and aided largely in building its first house of 
worship at Two Rivers, which at that time was but a village. Of this church
he still remains one of the most highly esteemed and valued members. With 
the history of Two Rivers he has been closely identified in many ways. He 
was one of the organizers and officers of the first volunteer fire 
department and also a member of the village board. He took prominent part 
in municipal affairs and loyally championed the various progressive 
movements instituted for the upbuilding of the village of Two Rivers by 
which it has been developed into a city. His political allegiance has 
always been given to the democratic party. Sixty-one years' residence in 
this county has made him widely known and the sterling traits of character 
which he has ever displayed commend him to the confidence and high regard 
of all.
This is a bio. sketch from "History of Manitowoc County Wisconsin",
by Dr. L. Falge, 1911-1912, v.2, p.334-339.
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OLD TIMERS
The Old Timers column will be continued as long as we find the pioneers who have 
a vivid recollections of the early days and who are entitled to recognition as 
Old Timers by having lived in this vicinity previoius to 1856.

CHRISTIAN JOHANNES
The life of Christian Johannes is largely identified with the history of the Two 
Rivers Manufacturing Company. He came from Germany and reached here in October, 
1851. His brother, William, who died recently, was then here.
Christian was only sixteen years old when he set out for this land of promise. 
The journey over the ocean was made on a sailing vessel and required 28 days. An 
incident on the way shows some of the difficulties of traveling by water in those 
days. After about ten days sailing, a vessel was encountered with its food supply 
exhausted. The vessel had left port 110 days before bound for Europe. One of the 
first inquiries of the sailors on board was for tobacco. The captain of Mr. Johannes 
ship transferred half of the food supplies over to the starving passengers and 
sailors of this belated traveler.
Upon arriving here by steamer from Milwaukee, Mr. Johannes soon found employed in 
the lathe department of Aldrich & Smith's saw mill. There were then 35 hands 
employed. The mill was only operated during the summer months. In the winter he 
impoved his time by attending English School and earning a little money doing chores 
for the lumbermen outside of school hours. The school was held in a small rented 
room of the few houses here at that time.
In 1855 after having been here four years, Mr. Johannes journeyed back to the 
fatherland and brot(sic) over his parents and lived with him to a ripe old age.  
Aldrich & Smith afterwards became the Two Rivers Manufacturing Company. Mr. Johannes, 
by careful attention to business and hard work soon merited promotion and was made 
foreman. During his service of 43 years with the same concern the number of employees 
increased from 35 to 400. During that time the pail factory was twice destroyed by 
fire and once partially destroyed. When he reached here the timber was hewn down in 
nearby and surrounding forests and made into lathes, shingles and lumber. He was 
later made superintendent which position he held for 20 years.
In 1893 he retired to his farm in the Town of Two Rivers where he and his wife, who 
has been his companion for nearly fifty years, still reside. They are both in 
reasonably good health at the age of 76 and 67 respectively.
The Reporter, Sat., May 31, 1913


CHRISTIAN JOHANNES    (d. 1934)

WAS ILL ONLY WEEK; FUNERAL TO BE MONDAY
Manager of Schroeder Mill Was One of City's Best Known Citizens
Two Rivers today mourns the death of one of its best known citizens, 
Christ Johannes, 61, a member of a family closely identified with the 
city's early history.
Ill only a week, Mr. Johannes died at his home at 1910 Adams street 
at nine o'clock Thursday night. He suffered a heart stroke while at 
his duties a manager of the Schroeder Bros. company mill a week ago, 
and died following a second attack last evening. Up to the time he 
was stricken he enjoyed excellent health.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 from the home 
and at two o'clock from the St. John's Lutheran church, where he was 
nearly a life-time member. The Rev. W.G. Haase will officiate. 
Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The remains will be 
taken to the residence from the Beduhn and Goetz funeral home at 2:30 
Saturday afternoon.
Born in 1873                
Born in this city, November 18, 1873, Mr. Johannes was a son of the 
late Christ H. and Caroline Schwake Johannes. His father was prominent 
in Two Rivers' early history, was for 43 years actively identified with 
industrial pursuits in Manitowoc county, most of which time he held the 
post of superintendent of the Mann brothers pail factory and sawmill. 
Receiving his education in the schools here, Christ, the son, at the age 
of 19 years moved to the town of Two Rivers, where his father retired to 
a farm. On March 24, 1896 Mr. Johannes was married in Two Rivers to 
Catherine Wagner of the town of Mishicot and they took up their residence 
in this city.
Following his marriage Mr. Johannes was employed for a number of years 
with Mann Brothers pail factory and sawmill. Twenty years ago he was 
engaged by the Schroeder Bros. firm to operate their farm in the town 
of Two Creeks. He remained on the farm for seven years and then took 
over the management of the Schroeder brothers mill at which establishment 
he remained until the time he was stricken.
Was Industrious
Of a retired but congenial nature Mr. Johannes was a highly respected 
citizens (sic). He never missed a day at his work during his life time, 
and was exceedingly industrious.
Besides his widow, Mr. Johannes leaves a daughter, Mrs. Alma Lamson of 
Port Washington, and a son, Edward of this city, and three sisters, Mrs. 
Caroline Pautz of Yale, S.D., Mrs. Fred Kappelman of the town of Kossuth, 
and Mrs. Henry W. Schmidt, of the town of Two Rivers, and three brothers, 
Louis of Huron, S.D., Fred of Milwaukee and Albert of the town of Two Rivers. 
There are also three grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 20, 1934 P.15


DOROTHEA JOHANNES   (d. 1956)

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday at a Clintonville, 
Wis., funeral home for Mrs. Dorothea Johannes, 90, widow of Henry 
Johannes, an early Manitowoc County pickle manufacturer. Long a 
resident of Clintonville, she died Wednesday at the home of her 
daughter, Mrs. Max J. Kujawski, Rt. 1, Wausaukee, Marinette County. 
Burial was in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Johannes, nee Dorothea Denks, was born in 1865 in the Tannery, 
Town of Two Rivers, on the site of the present Walter Shambeau farm. 
She was married nearly 70 years ago to Henry Johannes, a Town of Two 
Rivers resident, who in his early years operated a pickle plant in 
the Tannery. He transferred his operations more than 45 years ago to 
Clintonville where he died 29 years ago.
Besides her daughter she leaves three sons, Henry Jr., of Milwaukee, 
Ernst of Melbourne, Fla., and Hiram of Clintonville.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, February 11, 1956 P.11


EDWARD A. JOHANNES

Edward A. Johannes, 84, of 3734 Adams St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening, 
Feb. 8, at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers. Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Johannes was born July 13, 1899, at Two Rivers, son of the late Christian 
and Kathrine Wegner Johannes. He married Alma Wilsmann on Oct. 24, 1922, at St. 
John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Mr. Johannes was a tool and die maker at Mirro 
Corp. for 28 years and was then a partner in J & K Manufacturing Co. until his 
retirement. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, Alma; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Edward of 
Valencia, Calif., and Rev. John and Joanne, pastor of Luther Memorial Church, 
Fond Du Lac; a daughter and son-in-law, Elisabeth and Rev. H. Paul Bauer of Two 
Rivers; 14 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 
p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. Saturday until the time of services at the church.
Herald Times Reporter, February 10, 1984 P. 3
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[bur. 02-11-1984/age 84 yrs.]
(13 Jul 1899/Feb 1984/SSDI)
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St. John's Lutheran church at Two Rivers was a pretty nuptial scene this morning 
at 9 o'clock when Miss Alma E. Wilsman and Edward A. Johannes, well known and 
popular Two Rivers young people were united in marriage, the Rev. W.G. Haase 
officiating at the ceremony. The couple were attended by Miss Alma L. Johannes 
and Leonard J. Grunwald, the latter of Beloit. A wedding dinner was served at 
the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Paul Struebel after which the couple left 
on a two weeks trip to Wisconsin cities. Upon their return they will make their 
home at 2408 Monroe street Two Rivers.
The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wilsmann of Niellsville (sic). The 
bridegroom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Christ Johannes and holds a position as a 
machinist with the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, October 24, 1922 P. 10


ELEONOR JOHANNES

Mrs. Albert Johannes, Sr., 54, nee Eleanor Zander(sic), town of Two Rivers, 
died yesterday at the Two Rivers municipal hospital. She had been ill only 
a short time.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m., from the Klein and Stangel 
Inc., funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at two o'clock from the St. John's Lutheran 
church. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Johannes was born in Gibson in 1884 and after attending the district school 
went to high school in Two Rivers. After she was graduated she taught school in 
the county. 
In 1908 she was married to Albert Johannes and they moved to a farm in the town 
of Two Rivers. Mr. Johannes is one of the prominent dairy farmers of Wisconsin, 
being honored last week at Madison with a degree of Master Farmer.
For many years Mrs. Johannes was an active member of the St. John's Lutheran 
congregation and took part in the affairs of the Ladies Aid society of the 
congregation. She also was active in the affairs of the Eastwin Homemakers 
club.
Survivors are the widower; one son, Albert, Jr., at home; two daughters, Mrs. 
Oscar Zermuehlen, town of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Kenneth Redeker, town of Mishicot; 
mother, Mrs. Augusta Zander, who is 90 years old; three brothers, Arnold of Two 
Rivers, Walter of the town of Two Rivers, and William of Grand Rapids, Michigan; 
two sisters, Emma of Two Rivers and Amanda Lidiker of Milwaukee; and two grand-
children.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 7, 1939  P.12
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[Eleonora Johannes]


EMMA JOHANNES

MR.(sic) C. JOHANNES RESIDENT HERE 50 YEARS, DIES 
Mrs. Charles Johannes, 69, a resident here for over fifty years, died at the 
home on Jefferson street yesterday after a lingering illness. She suffered a 
stroke a little over two years ago. Burial will take place Monday afternoon 
from the St. John Lutheran church with interment at Pioneer's Rest.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Emma Shambeau, was born in the town of Two 
Rivers in 1861 and forty-nine years ago was married to Charles Johannes who 
survives her. After four years' residence in the town the couple moved to this 
city where they have since resided.
Besides her husband, she leaves two sons, Walter, master mechanic at the 
Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. Plant No. 1, and August, of Howards Grove, Wis. She 
is also survived by two sisters, Mrs. Joseph LaFond, of this city, Mrs. Ella 
Thuss, of Marshfield, and five brothers, Joseph Shambeau, St. Jose, Cal.; 
Edward and Louis Shambeau, of the town of Two Rivers; Lafayette Shambeau, of 
Sturgeon Bay and John Shambeau of Duluth, Minn.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 12, 1930  P. 17
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Funeral services for Mrs. Charles Johannes were held at two o'clock this
afternoon at St. John's Lutheran church, with Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. 
Burial was at Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 15, 1930  p.11


HENRY J. JOHANNES

DEATH OCCURS AT AGE OF 80
Henry Johannes Dies at Clintonville, To Be Buried Here
Henry Johannes, familiarly known as the "pickle man," an early settler 
of the town of Two Rivers, died Sunday at his home in Clintonville, 
where he had resided for nearly 30 years. He was 80 years old.
The body will be brought to this city for burial in Pioneers' Rest 
cemetery Thursday afternoon.
Nearly a half century ago he was one of the largest pickel producers 
in the state. His farm was located in the Tannery, three miles north 
of the city. He also manufactured sauerkraut for the Milwaukee and 
Chicago markets.
Thirty years ago Mr. Johannes acquired a tract of land in Clintonville 
where he continued the manufacture of dill pickles on a large scale. He 
retired from the business about 20 years ago.
Mr. Johannes was married to Miss Dorrie Danks of this city, who survives 
him with a daughter, Mrs. Max Keyawski of Milwaukee and three sons, Henry, 
Jr., of Milwaukee, EHenry Goedjen and Mrs. John Raatz of the town of Two 
Rivers and Mrs. John Sechrist of Shawano.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 28, 1936 P.9


IDA JOHANNES

Death struck a cruel blow to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Johannes at Two 
Rivers Tuesday when it claimed the idolized daughter of the household, Miss Ida, 
after a brief illness of less than one week. The girl was 17 years of age, a 
bright mind, talented as a musician and with a happy, sunshiny disposition that 
endeared her to a large circle of associates and friends and her death is a great 
shock in the home and to schoolmates and friends. A large circle of friends in 
this city will tender sympathy to the bereaved family of parents and two brothers 
who survive.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Apr. 21, 1909 page 1
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Death Tuesday evening last week of Ida Johannes, the 18-year old daughter of
Charles Johannes in Two Rivers. Her funeral was Saturday.
Der Nord Westen, 29 Apr. 1909
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Miss Ida Johannes, aged 18, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Johannes, 
died last Tuesday evening and will be buried today. The young lady was the idol 
of the family who now are stricken with intense grief.
The Reporter, Sat., Apr. 24, 1909


JOHN H. JOHANNES    (d. 1863)

The city cem. records have 1883, but the stone has 1863: I have sent the
following to them so they can make a notation that the date has been 
misread.

(1860 Two Rivers ward 2 census:
Henry Johannes age 69; Louisa age 62; Christian age 25; Dorothea age 23;
Caroline age 3; Charles age 1)
(Note: This would make Henry b. in 1790/91 depending on month of birth.
"Johanas" on the 1870 Two Rivers census but not Henry. Louisa is listed
as Eliza in Christian Johanns household in ward 2. Johannes surname is
on the 1880, but no Henry or Louisa. It appears (John) Henry d. in 1863.) 


KATHERINE JOHANNES

Mrs. Katherine Johannes, 87, of 3734 Adams St., widow of Christ Johannes, 
longtime Two Rivers mill operator, died Tuesday night at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital where she had been a patient for eight days.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels 
and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. H.J. Schmitz 
officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Johannes, nee Katherine Wegner, was born Dec. 21, 1875, in the Town of 
Gibson, daughter of the late John and Katherine Hoppen Wegner. She attended 
parochial schools in Cooperstown. She was married Oct. 24, 1896, to Christian 
Johannes at Two Rivers. He died April 19, 1934. After six years on a farm at 
Two Creeks, the couple moved to Two Rivers where she resided since.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Calvin Lamson, of Random Lake; a son, Edward 
Johannes Sr., of Two Rivers, with whom she made her home; three brothers, 
Edward, of Mishicot, Walter, of Manitowoc and Clarence, of La Porte, Ind.; 
five grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 4 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m.
Two Rivers Reporter, May 22, 1963 P. T-7


LAURA JOHANNES

A little three year old daughter of Wm Johannes of this city, fell backwards 
into a tub of scalding water and was so terribly burned that she died a day later.  
Her suffering was most intense though all that medical skill could do was 
performed for her relief.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Mar. 29, 1892


MARGARET JOHANNES

MRS. W. JOHANNES DIES WEDNESDAY AT THE HOSPITAL
After suffering from a complication of diseases for several years and a patient at 
the hospital here since Sunday Mrs. William Johannes, 70, a resident of the county 
all her life passed away late Wednesday afternoon. Burial will take place Saturday 
morning from the St. Lukes church and the remains may now be viewed at the home on 
Twenty-first street.
Mrs. Johannes, nee Margaret Rumpf, was born in the town of Mishicot, April 28, 1862. 
Forty eight years ago she was married to William Johannes, who preceded her in death 
two years ago. The couple had lived in this city since their marriage.
Mrs. Johannes is survived by one son, Fred, of this city. She also leaves one sister, 
Mrs. Emil Becker of this city. There are also two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. January 7, 1932 P.13


MARY JOHANNES    (d. 1895)

The wife of Mr. Wm Johannes of the Town of Two Rivers died very suddeny 
last Saturday from heart failure. Her funeral takes place tomorrow morning from 
St. Luke's Catholic Church. She was a most estimable, christian woman and was 
dearly beloved by her family and friends. She leaves a husband and several 
grown up children. 
Manitowoc  County Chronicle - Tues., Mar. 19, 1895   
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Mary Johannas
birth: 1842 Germany
death: 16 March 1895 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Two Rivers,
father: Joseph Von Reder
mother: Agatha Von Reder
spouse: William
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MARY L. JOHANNES

Death of Mrs. Louise Johannes a week ago Tues. in Two Rivers. She was the
mother of Mr. Chr. Johannes, foreman of the Pail Factory in Two Rivers. The
deceased was 83 or 85 years old (can't read). Burial took place Sun.
Der Nord Westen, Mar. 13, 1884
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Mrs. Louise Johannes of Two Rivers died, Tuesday morning, March 4, at the 
advanced age of eighty-five years. Her funeral took place Thursday from the 
home of her son, Christian Johannes and was largely attended.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, March 11, 1884
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(1860 census, Louisa, age 62 (born abt 1798), was married to Henry Johannes, 
who was age 69 (1791). They had a son Christian, age 25, who was married w/2 
small children who were living with them. In 1870 census, she appears to be 
a widow (Eliza), age 72, living with son Christian's family. 1880 census, was no 
longer living with Christian's family. I think these are the same person)


SOPHIA JOHANNES

Death Wednesday evening last week, from childbed fever, of Mrs. Sophie Johannes,
wife of Town Mishicott resident Wm. Johannes, Jr. The deceased. nee Rederer, 
was 39. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon from the Lutheran
Church in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 13 Sep. 1906
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The wife of William Johannes passed away last Thursday of causes incident to 
child birth. The deceased was formerly Miss Sophia Redecker and had attained 
the age of 35 years. A devoted husband, four children, a mother and three 
brothers survive to mourn her departure to the realms from whence none returneth. 
Her demise was a shock to her large circle of friends and acquaintances by whom 
she was highly esteemed. We herewith extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved 
family. The funeral will take place Sunday afternoon at about 4 o'clock after the 
mission service from St. John's Lutheran Church.
Two Rivers Reporter, Sat., Sept. 8, 1906
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Mishicot: 
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Redecker and Mr. and Mrs. H. Redecker attended the funeral of 
Mrs. W. Johannes of Two Rivers. The deceased was a sister of Messrs. Redecker.
Two Rivers Reporter, Sat., Sept. 15, 1906


WILHELM JOHANNES   (d. 1911)

William Johannes, one of the best known pioneers of the county is 
dead at his home in Two Rivers, aged 78. He came to the county in 
the 50's and was engaged in the saw mill business for years. A 
family survives.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, May 27, 1911 Page 2
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William Johannes, one of the first settlers of this city, died at 
his home in the town of Two Rivers last Thursday. He was a native 
of Germany and was 78 years old. He is survived by a brother Christ, 
of the town of Two Rivers, six children and fourteen grand children. 
The funeral was held Sunday from St. John's Lutheran church in this 
city.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 1, 1911
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[William Johannes]


WILLIAM JOHANNES  (d. 1923)

FORMER TWO RIVERS MAN IS DEAD AT SHAWANO
TWO RIVERS, June 30-
The body of William Johannes, former Two Rivers man who died at his 
home near Shawano, was brought here for burial yesterday, the funeral 
being held immediately upon arrival of the funeral party. Mr. Johannes 
died suddenly as result of apoplexy.
Deceaseded (sic) was born in the town of Two Rivers fifty years ago. 
He owned and conducted the farm which is now the property of Walter 
Zander for several years, and twenty years ago moved with his family 
to Shawano, where he has resided since on his farm.
During his residence here he was married to Miss Sophie Redeker who died 
sixteen years ago, leaving three children, Pearl, now of New York and 
Arthur and Laura of Shawno (sic) County.
He also leaves his widow, nee Sophia Thompson and a daughter, Arbutus, 
aged 12. Decedent is also survived by three sisters, Mrs. Henry Goedjen 
and Mrs. Theresa Raatz of the town of Two Rivers and Mrs. Sophia Sechrist 
of Mercer, Wis., and one brother Henry of Clentonville.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, June 30, 1923 P.4


WILLIAM JOHANNES   (d. 1929)

FUNERAL OF WM. JOHANNES ON MONDAY
The funeral of William Johannes who died yesterday noon as a result 
of a heart attack, will be held from the family home at one thirty 
and from the church at two o'clock Monday afternoon with the Rev. 
W.G. Haase officiating. Burial will be at Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Mr. Johannes, age 68, was born in this city March 1, 1861, the son 
of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christ Johannes. His parents were among 
the early pioneers and builders of this city, his father having been 
part owner of the local pail and woodenware factory.
Mr. Johannes followed his father's trade and up to his marriage to 
Margaret Rumpf forty-five years ago he was engaged as a lumber scaler 
in the northern woods. Following his marriage he was employed in this 
city by the Hamilton Mfg. Co. For thirty-four years he was a foreman 
of the first floor of the factory and also of the lumber yard of the 
factory. During the past few years he was employed as city inspector 
of sewer construction.
Besides his widow he is survived by a son, Fred of Detroit, two 
grandchildren, four sisters, Mrs. Emma Schiel, Mrs. Lena Pautz of Yale, 
South Dakota, Mrs. Minnie Kappelman, Shoto, and Mrs. Lizzie Schmidt of 
the town of Two Rivers and five brothers who are Charles of this city, 
Louis of Yale, South Dakota, Christ of this city, Fred of Milwaukee and 
Albert of the town of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, April 20, 1929 P.12


ANNETTE (ZOERB) JOHNSON

Annette Z. Johnson, age 89, a long-time local resident and teacher 
of elementary music in Scottsville, died on Thursday morning, 
Aug. 23, 2007, in the Episcopal Church Home in Rochester. The cause 
of death was complications from cancer of the larynx. 
Annette Julia Zoerb was born on Dec. 10, 1917, in Two Rivers, the 
daughter of Arthur and Antoinette Zoerb. She attended public schools 
in Two Rivers before graduating with a degree in music education from 
Milwaukee State Teachers College. Her first teaching jobs in the late 
1930s were in Lake Geneva, and the rough-and-ready logging town of 
Merrill in the northern Wisconsin timber lands. She married John L. 
Johnson in 1941, and they eventually moved to Decatur, Ill., where 
she taught in area schools and directed various church choirs. The 
couple moved to Scottsville in 1963, and divorced in 1971. 
Mrs. Johnson began teaching at T.J. Connor Elementary School in the 
mid1960's and was known for exposing her students of all ages to the 
rich breadth of the world's musical traditions. "Her classes really 
learned about and to love classical music," recalled her friend and 
fellow musician, Donna Terepka. "She played recordings of all periods 
of music for them, and they loved some of the Beethoven symphonies. 
They wanted to hear more, so she instituted 'Lunch with Ludwig,' and 
kids could bring their lunches into the music room and she would play 
music for them, but she did not stop with Beethoven. "They learned about 
different styles from Bach to Gershwin to Scott Joplin," she said. Mrs. 
Johnson taught at the school for 18 years. A native of Wisconsin, Mrs. 
Johnson was a musician in her own right, often performing with a precise 
contralto voice that could deliver classical works as well as Broadway 
show tunes. Joining other teachers from Scottsville schools, she 
performed in "The Music Man" and "Guys and Dolls" in the annual faculty 
musicals during the 1970s. 
Her particular love and musical strength, though, was choral works, 
both as a conductor and singer. She served many years as the choir 
director at Scottsville's Union Presbyterian Church, and often attended 
summer workshops conducted by noted directors, Fred Waring and Robert 
Shaw. One of Mrs. Johnson's lasting tonal legacies is the carillon music 
played from the top of the Scottsville Public Library, where she was an 
active member of the board. 
A large party had been organized to celebrate her 80th birthday. She 
insisted the only gift she wanted was to have the carillon restored. 
Attendees and other friends contributed more than $1,500 and the recorded 
bells now ring every evening. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
A memorial service in Annette's memory will be announced at a later date. 
Interment will be made at the Pioneers Rest Cemetery. 
J.H. Cameron Funeral Home, Scottsville, N.Y., is assisting the family 
with arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 28, 2007 


CLARENCE O. JOHNSON

ONE GRAVE FOR STEPBROTHERS WHO DROWNED
Funeral services for Clarence Johnson and Ralph Koplin, the two boys who lost 
their lives in the lake and whose bodies were recovered by the police and Two 
Rivers coast guard yesterday afternoon, will be held at Two Rivers, former 
home of the Johnson family, Thursday afternoon. The bodies were taken to the 
Frazier & Shimek chapel where they will remain until taken to Two Rivers on 
Thursday. The two boys will be laid to rest side by side in one grave.
A heart-rending scene that moved strong men to tears was enacted on the beach 
of the north shore yesterday when the body of Clarance (sic) Johnson was taken 
from the water. The father, John Johnson moved by his deep grief became almost 
hysterical in his cries to his son and when the body of the Koplin boy, stepson 
of Mr. Johnson, was later brought to the beach, the scene was repeated.
There seems to be no question that the Johnson lad lost his life in an effort 
to aid his companion when the latter fell into the lake.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, November 16, 1920 P.1
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TWO BOYS DROWN
No one will ever know how two lads, step brothers, aged 13, came to 
lose their lives in the icy waters of Lake Michigan last Sunday 
afternoon. Ralph Koplin was a son of Mrs. John Johnson, 514 York 
Street and Charles Johnson, was a son of Mr. Johnson. The boys were 
seen Sunday to be amusing themselves knocking icicles off the north 
harbor pier. They did not return home Sunday evening and it was of 
course, surmised that they might be in the lake. The Two Rivers Coast 
Guard assisted the local police in searching in the lake. The search 
there was further warranted by the finding on Monday of one of the 
boy's coat and mittens washed up on the beach. Monday afternoon the 
bodies of both boys were located on the outside of the north pier 
about half way out. It is not likely that both fell in accidentally 
at once and the natural conjecture is that one made a desparate effort 
to save the other. The Johnson boy had discarded his coat and mittens 
and is probably the one who lost his life in the effort to save his 
step-brother. The funeral of the two lads is being held this afternoon 
at their former home in Two Rivers. They are being laid to rest in one 
grave.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 18, 1920
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LOSE THEIR ONLY SONS BY DROWNING
Mr. and Mrs. John Johnson's Sons Lose Lives in Lake at Manitowoc
BOY DIES A HERO'S DEATH
Boys Were Playing on Icy Pier; One Steps Off; Other Tries to Save and Also Dies
A sad drowning occurred at Manitowoc last Sunday morning when two young lads, aged 
13, Ralph Koplin and Clarence Oscar Johnson were lost off the harbor pier there. 
The boys were sons of Mr. and Mrs. Johnson who moved from this city to Manitowoc 
five weeks ago not long after they were united in marriage.
The Johnson home is a short distance from the lake and the two boys, step brothers, 
were playing ball in the yard between nine and ten o'clock Sunday morning. That was 
the last Mr. Johnson saw of them. The lads were next seen that morning playing on 
the pier knocking off icicles by a lady living near who desired to warn them of the 
danger of the sport but as she was just then busy giving her baby a bath she was not 
able to do so and when she looked later they were no longer there. When the boys did 
not come home the police were notified and a search was started. Early Monday, Jos. 
Napiezinski, the keeper of the pier light at Manitowoc found a boy's overcoat, a pair 
of mittens and a cap lying on the pier. These were identified by the Johnson's as 
belonging to their son, Clarence. The police dragged for the bodies and that of 
Clarence was soon recovered. The body of Ralph was found later by the Two Rivers Coast 
Guard men. Ralph still wore his cap, mittens and coat. From the fact that Clarence's 
laid there, it was quite evident that he had removed his purposely and it is naturally 
assumed he did so to leap into the cold water to rescue his drowning brother, who had 
slipped off the icy pier. It was only this last summer that he gladly announced to his 
father that he could swim for he told his father all things, for they were "chums" ever 
since the mother was taken away by death when this little lad was a babe of eighteen 
months. So the father brought him up and his love for his only son was that of a father, 
augmented and sweetened by the many duties and attentions he had to bestow with mother 
gone. "He was a daring and plucky boy, such a good boy." said his father, " and I know 
he leaped in to save his brother." So little Clarence died a hero's death.
Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, the agonized and heart broken parents have the sympathy of the 
entire community for the loss of their only children whom they loved so dearly. Mr. 
Johnson had other boys and girls but they were takan from him by diphtheria. Their 
residence in Manitowoc was only temporary and they were to again make their home in 
this city within a few weeks, as soon as little Ralph had completed his confirmation 
studies at the Norwegian Lutheran Church at Manitowoc. The bodies of the boys were 
brought to this city Wednesday and rested in the Evangelical church. The funeral was 
held from there this afternoon, Rev. H.G. Koten and Rev. O.K. Espeseth of the Lutheran 
Norwegian Church of Manitowoc officiating.
The Reporter, Thurs., Nov. 28, 1920
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Card of Thanks
We wish to express our deep gratitude to those who so kindly showed their sympathy, 
by work or act in our recent bereavement due to the accidental death of our dear little 
sons, Ralph and Clarence. We are especially mindful of the services of Revs. H. G. 
Koten and O.K. Espeseth, the singers, the pallbearers, the Sunday School and those who 
donated their cars and the lovely floral tributes.
Mr. and Mrs. John Johnson & Daughter
The Reporter, Nov. 25, 1920


ELLA JOHNSON

Mrs. John Johnson, 64, nee Ella Mueller, of 1312 Hawthorne avenue, Two Rivers, 
died this morning, following a several months' illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Emanuel Evangelical 
church in Two Rivers with interment in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
She was born in Two Rivers in 1881 and was married in 1920. Survivors are the 
husband, three daughters, Mrs. Emil Hynek and Miss Claire of Two Rivers, and 
Mrs. Donald K. Leider of Manitowoc, her aged mother, Mrs. Anna Koeser, three 
sisters, Mary, who makes her home with her mother, Mrs. Wesley Drescher of 
Milwaukee, and Mrs. Henry McBrien of Manitowoc, two brothers, John Mueller of 
Two Rivers and William Mueller of Mishicot and two grandchildren.
The body is at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, where it 
may be viewed after 7 o'clock Thrusday night until Saturday morning when it 
will be moved to the church chapel to lie in state from 11 o'clock until the 
hour of the service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 6, 1945 P.2
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[bur. 06-09-1945/age 64 yrs.]
********
The marriage of John Johnson and Miss Ella Poplin, daughter of Mrs. August Koeser 
took place Saturday evening at the parsonage of the evangelical church, Rev. Koten 
officiating. The will reside in Manitowoc. The groom is employed in the Aluminum 
industry here.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 14, 1920


FREDERIC A. JOHNSON

Frederic A. Johnson, 62, of 2820 Adams street, Two Rivers, designer of marine 
engines, died suddenly early today after suffering a heart attack at a Green 
Bay hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., 
funeral home, Two Rivers. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery there. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday.
He was born in this city in 1888 and moved to Two Rivers in 1914 when he became 
associated with the Kahlenberg Brothers firm. He married Miss Lena Waskow in Ft. 
Atkinson in 1924. He remained with the Kahlenberg company until 1940, when he 
was employed here by the Manitowoc Ship Building company.
He is survived by his wife; two daughters, Doris, at home and Ruth of Milwaukee; 
a sister, Mrs. Charles Krumm of this city; and two brothers, John G. Johnson of 
this city and Charles of Milwaukee. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 31, 1950  P. 2
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JOHNSON-WASKOW
Two well known and highly esteemed young people of this city assumed the marriage 
ties on Friday last, when Frederick Johnson, draftsman at Kahlenberg Bros., and Miss 
Lena Waskow, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Waskow, 1315 Twentieth street, were 
wed at Fort Atkinson. Miss Waskow was, for a time, employed at the office of Kahlenberg 
Bros. The Reporter unites with their many friends in best wishes for happiness and 
prosperity. The couple enjoyed a wedding trip to Chicago and other places before 
returning here to reside.
Two Rivers Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis., Friday, December 12, 1924 pg. 1


JANE JOHNSON

Pneumonia was the cause of the death of Jane, the three year old daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnson at their home on the corner of Adams and Twenty-ninth 
street.
Manitowoc Herald News, Mar. 20, 1929 page 11
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[bur. Mar. 21]


JOHN O. JOHNSON

Funeral services for John Johnson, 87, formerly of 1312 Hawthorne
Ave., Two Rivers, who resided at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, and
who died at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, Sunday night, will
be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Emanuel Evangelical United Brethren
Church, the Rev. M.J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two
Rivers, until 11 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be taken
to the church where the body will lie in state until the time
of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, October 04, 1960  page 3
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[bur. 10-05-1960/age 87 yrs.]
********
The marriage of John Johnson and Miss Ella Poplin, daughter of Mrs. 
August Koeser took place Saturday evening at the parsonage of the 
evangelical church, Rev. Koten officiating. The will reside in 
Manitowoc. The groom is employed in the Aluminum industry here.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 14, 1920


KIM RENEE JOHNSON

Private graveside funeral services for Kim Renee Johnson, infant 
daughter of Raymond L. and Sandra Pagels Johnson of 1904-24th St., 
Two Rivers, who was born and died Friday at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital, where at 2 p.m. Monday at Pioneers Rest Cemetery, the 
Rev. A.L. Schmeling officiating.
Survivors include the parents; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Herbert 
Pagels of Two Rivers and foster paternal grandparents, Mr. and 
Mrs. Elmer Dahm Sr., of Brampton, Mich.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 12, 1967 P.11
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[bur. 06-12-1967/age 13 hr.]


LENA JOHNSON

In failing health for more than a year, Mrs. Lena Johnson, 57 (photo), Point 
Beach State Forest Road, Two Rivers, died at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital 
at 6 p.m. Friday where she had been a patient for the past several weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard J. Wichlei, pastor of Grace 
Congregational Church, Two Rivers, officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Johnson, nee Lena Waskow, was born in Two Rivers on Nov. 2, 1897, a 
daughter of the late John and Mary Wrieth Waskow. She was graduated from Two 
Rivers High School with the class of 1915 and at the advent of World War I was 
a federal government clerk at Washington, D.C. Returning to Two Rivers two years 
later she took employment in the office of the Kahlenberg Bros. Co. She was 
married to Frederick A. Johnson of Manitowoc at Fort Atkinson on Dec. 5, 1924, 
the couple taking up their residence in Two Rivers. Mr. Johnson died in Two 
Rivers in July of 1950. 
After her husband's death Mrs. Johnson entered the insurance business in Two 
Rivers and in 1952 took employment in the personnel offices for Plants 1 and 4 
of the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. in Two Rivers, where she worked up to the time 
she was stricken with illness. 
Mrs. Johnson is survived by two daughters, Mrs. James Freeman of Grangeville, 
Idaho, and Mrs. Arthur Wandrey of Milwaukee; four brothers, Frank and John Waskow 
of Two Rivers, Edward of Shawano and Conservation Warden Ben Waskow of Bayfield, 
and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 5, 1955  P. 11
*****
JOHNSON-WASKOW
Two well known and highly esteemed young people of this city assumed the marriage 
ties on Friday last, when Frederick Johnson, draftsman at Kahlenberg Bros., and Miss 
Lena Waskow, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Waskow, 1315 Twentieth street, were 
wed at Fort Atkinson. Miss Waskow was, for a time, employed at the office of Kahlenberg 
Bros. The Reporter unites with their many friends in best wishes for happiness and 
prosperity. The couple enjoyed a wedding trip to Chicago and other places before 
returning here to reside.
Two Rivers Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis., Friday, December 12, 1924 pg. 1


MARY JOHNSON

From Der Nord Westen, 06 Mar. 1902:
Death in Two Rivers Sun. of Mrs. Mary Johnson, wife of Charles Johnson,
at the age of 28-yrs. 7-mos. of consumption. The funeral was held Tues. 
afternoon.
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DIED
Johnson- At her home in this city, March 2, Mary, wife of Chas. Johnson, aged 28 
years and 7 months. Deceased was born in the Town of Mishicot in the year 1874, 
her maiden name being Mary Mathiesen. Her death was due to consumption and she was 
sick for several months. She leaves a husband but no children. The funeral takes 
place this afternoon.
The Chronicle, Tues., Mar. 4, 1902
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Mary T. Matthiesen Johnson
birth: 30 July 1873 Mishicot, Wis.
death: 2 March 1902 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1902 Two Rivers
father: Charles Matthiesen
mother: Josephine
spouse: Charles Johnson
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[bur. 1902/age 28 yrs.]


ROSE JOHNSON

Miss Anna Rose Johnson(sic), a former resident of Two Rivers, died at
Savannah, Mo., and the body arrived here today to be taken to Two
Rivers for burial.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, May 2, 1918  p.3
********
After an illness of only a day or two, Mrs. Walter Johnson, who up to a few 
months ago was a resident here, died at her home in Savannah, Mo. The body was 
brought here for burial Wednesday accompanied by Mr. Johnson and children and 
rests at the home of her father, Jos. Thomaschefsky on the Eastside. Deceased 
was born in this city in 1893 and up to January last had resided here excepting 
for a year or two. She was a devoted wife and mother of a kind and loving 
disposition. Besides her husband and her father, she is survived by three young 
children, Agnes, Harold and Gordon and also by four sisters and four brothers. 
The funeral will take place at 2:30 pm Friday from Grace Church. The Royal 
Neighbors will gather at the Woodmen Hall at 1:30 and attend in a body.
The Reporter, Thurs., May 2, 1918
********
Note: This is a judgement call, but it appears to be the same
person)


WARREN O. JOHNSON

Warren O. Johnson, 39, former Two Rivers resident, died Thursday shortly after 
entering St. Nicholas hospital, Sheboygan for minor surgery.
Funeral services will be held in the chapel of the Klein and Stangle Inc., 
funeral home in Two Rivers at 2 p.m. Monday, the Rev. R.J. Wichlei officiating. 
Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home 
from 7 p.m. Saturday until time of services.
Born in Mott, N.D. in 1910, Mr. Johnson lived most of his life in Two Rivers. 
He was a veteran of World War II, having served in New Guinea, Solomons, and 
Philippines. He was disabled in the service and had been unable to work since 
his discharge in December, 1945. His mother, Mrs. Geralda Johnson died in Two 
Rivers about a year ago.
Survivors include his father, Halver Johnson and one sister, Mrs. Hazel Behnke 
of Sheboygan.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 14, 1950 P.2


FRED JONAS

DEATH CLAIMS FRED JONAS SR. AT AGE OF 83 
Resident of Two Creeks For Nearly 60 Years Dies; Rites To Be Monday 
Fred T. Jonas, Sr., 83, well known resident of the town of Two Creeks for 
nearly 60 years, died on the homestead farm operated by his son, Emil, at 
8:30 o'clock this morning following an illness of two weeks' duration. Death 
was due to infirmities attributive to old age. 
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 from the home and at 
2 o'clock from the St. John's Lutheran church of which the deceased was a 
member for many years. The Rev. W. G. Haase will officiate. Interment will 
be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The remains will be taken to the homestead 
farm Sunday morning from the C.J. Jansky funeral home.
Mr. Jonas was born in Germany Jan. 18, 1848 and at the age of four he 
immigrated to this country with his parents and settled in this city. Two 
years later the family moved to the town of Two Creeks. In 1871 Mr. Jonas 
was married in Illinois to Wilhelmina Sophriedter who preceded him in death 
11 years ago.
Deceased is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Lizzie Raper of Chicago and Mrs. 
Minnie Tess of Sawyer, and seven sons, William of Cambria, Wis., Fred Jr., 
Bird Island, Minn., Henry Wausau; Emil Two Creeks; Walter, Chicago and John 
and Merman of Minnesota, and one sister, Mrs. Mary Londo of Wausau. There are 
also 29 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 15, 1934  P. 13


MARGARET JONAS

MRS. H. JONES (sic) DIES, MORNING
Lifelong Resident of The County Was 76 Years
Mrs. Henry Jonas, a life long resident of Manitowoc county, died at 
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Arthur Beduhn, on Twenty-eighth street 
at three o'clock this morning. After two months of suffering, heart 
trouble caused her death.
Mrs. Jonas, nee Margaret Heiman, was born in the town of Newton, on 
August 23, 1856 and would have celebrated her 76th birthday this 
coming Tuesday. She was an only child and her parents died during her 
early childhood. When at the age of five, shortly after the death of 
her father, she moved to Manitowoc. On April 21, 1875 she was married 
to Henry Jonas who preceded her in death. Sixteen years ago she came 
to this city to make her home with her daughter, Mrs. Arthur Beduhn 
and lived with her until the time of her death.
Besides her two daughters she is survived by four grandchildren and 
two great grandchildren. The daughters are Mrs. Otto Grimm of Milwaukee 
and Mrs. Arthur Beduhn of this city.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoonn at 2:45 from the 
home and at 3:00 o'clock from the St. John's Lutheran church. The Rev. 
W.G. Haase will officiate and burial will be at Pioneers' Rest cemetery. 
The body will be taken from the Beduhn and Goetz funeral home to the 
home of Aruther Beduhn on Twenty-eighth street, tomorrow afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 18, 1932 P.11
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Margaret (Heimann) Jonas, buried with the Beduhn family. She is the widow of
the Jonas from Kittendorf whose marriage is recorded in the First
German Lutheran records. "(Married) 21 April 1876: Johann Heinrich
Theodor Jonas, mason in Manitowoc, born July 1851 in Kittendorf,
Stavenhagen, Mecklenburg-Schwerin. Margaretha Heimanns, born 23 August
1856 in Town of Newton, Manitowoc, Co., Wis.


MINNIE JONAS

Dies at Chicago 
The body of Mrs. Fred Jonas, former resident of Two Creeks who died at Chicago, 
arrived here last night and was taken to Two Creeks where the funeral will be 
held tomorrow. Mrs. Jonas was well known in and about Two Rivers. Death was due 
to a complication of diseases.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 28, 1923  P.12
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Mr. and Mrs. A. Langlois, of Wausau, are here, called to attend the funeral of 
Mrs. Fred Jonas, whose body was brought from Chicago for burial at Two Creeks.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 28, 1923  P.3
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(Note: Her stone is at Pioneers' Rest, Two Rivers)


ALVIN JORDAN

Alvin (Al) Jordan, 61, of 2719 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, truck driver for Mirro 
Aluminum Co., Two Rivers, died Monday afternoon at home. He had been in failing 
health more than six months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Emanuel Evangelical United 
Brethren Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will be 
in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Jordan was born March 20, 1902, at Lark, Brown County, son of the late 
William and Mrs. Lena Kuchenbecker Jordan. When he was a child the family brought 
him to Lomira, Fond du Lac County. He came to Two Rivers in 1923 and had been 
employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., Plant No. 1, since. He was a member of the Two 
Rivers Aerie of Eagles and the Mirro 25-Year Club.
Surviving are his wife, the former Mabel Krueger, whom he married at Two Rivers 
June 24, 1927; his mother of Lomira; and a brother, Francis, of Fond du Lac.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 2 p.m. 
Wednesday until 11 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be taken to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Two Rivers Reporter, August 20, 1963 P. M-9
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At the Evangelical Church at two o'clock Friday afternoon Miss Mabel Krueger, 
daughter of Gus Krueger, 1821 11th St., became the bride of William Jordan, son of 
Mr. and Mrs. Wm Jordan of Fond du Lac, in the presence of a large gathering of 
relatives and friends. Rev. F. J. Siewert performed the ceremony. Miss Krueger was 
attended by her sister, Miss Alice Krueger as maid of honor and Frances Jordan, 
brother of the groom was the best man. The bridesmaids were Misses Ruth Peterke 
and Ethel Krueger and Evelyn Kuhenbecher and Harry Bonaschenski were the groomsmen.
A reception was held after the ceremony. Covers were laid for one hundred guests 
at a supper at the home of the bride's father. The newlyweds left on a two weeks' 
trip to different points in North Dakota. Mr. and Mrs. Jordan will make their home on 
Monroe Ave. The groom is employed as foreman at the Aluminum Goods Co.
Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - June 30, 1927
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[Alvin E. Jordan]


CHARLENE JORDAN

Two Rivers section:
The two and a half month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Jordan, 
1123 Madison street, passed away on Saturday. Burial will take place 
Tuesday afternoon from the Evangelical church, Rev. Siewert officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, April 30, 1928 Page 12
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[bur. 05-01-1928]


MABEL JORDAN

Funeral services for Mrs. Mabel Jordan, 65, of 2719 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, 
who died unexpectedly shortly before noon Friday at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Emanuel United Methodist Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Jordan, nee Mabel Kroeger, was born April 24, 1906, at Two Rivers, a 
daughter of the late Gust and Emma Baerwaldt Kroeger. She was married 
June 24, 1927, at Two Rivers, to Alvin Jordan, who preceded her in death in 
1963. She was employed for a number of years at the Hamilton Mfg. Co. at Two 
Rivers, and later until her retirement was at the Mirro Aluminum Co. She was 
a member of the Senior Citizens and Christian Service League at Emanuel 
church.
Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Oscar Hoverson, and Mrs. Myron Kieve of Two 
Rivers, and Mrs. Lawrence Langreck of Madison; a brother, C.W. Kroeger of Lake 
Mills, and a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
2 p.m. Sunday and at the church after 11 a.m. Monday until the time of services. 
The Senior Citizens will have visitation at the funeral home at 6 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 29, 1972
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At the Evangelical Church at two o'clock Friday afternoon Miss Mabel Krueger, 
daughter of Gus Krueger, 1821 11th St., became the bride of William Jordan, son of 
Mr. and Mrs. Wm Jordan of Fond du Lac, in the presence of a large gathering of 
relatives and friends. Rev. F. J. Siewert performed the ceremony. Miss Krueger was 
attended by her sister, Miss Alice Krueger as maid of honor and Frances Jordan, 
brother of the groom was the best man. The bridesmaids were Misses Ruth Peterke 
and Ethel Krueger and Evelyn Kuhenbecher and Harry Bonaschenski were the groomsmen.
A reception was held after the ceremony. Covers were laid for one hundred guests 
at a supper at the home of the bride's father. The newlyweds left on a two weeks' 
trip to different points in North Dakota. Mr. and Mrs. Jordan will make their home on 
Monroe Ave. The groom is employed as foreman at the Aluminum Goods Co.
Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - June 30, 1927
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(Mabel Jordan/24 Apr 1906/Jan 1972/SSDI)


AUSTIN E. JORGENSEN

Mr. Austin E. Jorgensen, 86, of 1433 N. 6th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning, 
January 6, 1988 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 
11 am Friday at Harrigan-Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. James Barnes 
will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Jorgensen was born August 11, 1901 at Denmark, Wisconsin, son of the late Anton 
and Caroline Dimmer Jorgensen. He attended schools in Denmark and then graduated 
from Milwaukee School of Engineering. Mr. Jorgensen was a lifetime employee of 
Pietroske Company (formerly Hamachek Company) retiring in 1970. He married Louise 
Sogge June 18, 1928 at Two Rivers, Wisconsin.
Survivors include his wife, Louise, a son-in-law, Arvid Gehrke of Sturgeon Bay, 
Wisconsin; a granddaughter and her husband, Lisa and Graham Gelhaar of Jackson, 
Wisconsin; a grandson and his wife, Peter and Virginia Gehrke of Milwaukee; four 
great grandchildren; five sisters and two brothers-in-law, Mae Vandergeeten of 
Green Bay, Pearl Schmitt of Denmark, Leola and Merwin Lange of Denmark, Florence 
Roth of Rhinelander and Isabel and Harvey Reynolds of Milwaukee, other relatives 
and friends. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Greta Gehrke and two sisters.
Friends may call at Harrigan-Parkside Funeral home, Manitowoc, 10 am Friday until 
the time of services. There will be no Thursday evening visitation.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Jan. 6, 1988 page 8
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Miss Louise, daughter of George E. Sogge, 1617 Twenty-fourth St., became 
the bride of Austin Jorgensen, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. Jorgenson of Denmark, 
Monday at 10:00 a.m.  The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Olson of 
Denmark at the home of the bride. Only the immediate relatives and friends 
were present. The couple was attended by the Misses Esther Sogge of Oak 
Park, Ill., Florence Jorgeson of Denmark and Thomas Sordick of Denmark 
and George Sogge.
A reception and luncheon followed at the home of the bride. The couple left 
on a two weeks honeymoon. They will be at home to friends after July 1st at 
1617 Twenty-fourth Street, Two Rivers, where the groom is employed at the 
Hamacheck garage.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle - June 21, 1928
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(11 Aug 1901/06 Jan 1988/SSDI)


JULIUS JORGENSEN

Julius Georgensen(sic), retired range line farmer, died suddenly at the 
Wisconsin house, Two Rivers, the dead body being found in a room of the hotel. 
Georgensen had a premonition that his end was near and when he came to the 
hotel Wednesday deposited $250 with the proprietor with instructions that if 
anything happened to him, to provide burial for the body. The man was past 60 
and no relatives have been located.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, February 20, 1909 P. 3
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An odd death which occurred in Two Rivers was reported to us. 
A man named Julius Jorgenson, of Norwegian descent, had lodged 
about two weeks in Wisconsin House. The man was sickly and 
unemployed. Some years ago he had broken his leg and it never 
healed properly, causing difficulty for Jorgenson. For several 
years he worked with farmer Matt. Kummes until no longer able. 
He then came into the city and worked a few weeks as a stableman 
at Washington House and did odd jobs for years at Wisconsin House. 
He had managed to put a little money aside, and a few days ago 
gave the proprietor of Wisconsin House a check for $250.00 and 
asked him to use it for Jorgenson's funeral in case he should die. 
Friday morning Jorgenson did not come to breakfast and it was 
thought he didn't feel well. When he didn't show up for lunch Mr. 
Reinert, the proprietor, became concerned and went to Jorgenson's 
room only to find him dead in bed. A doctor was called to establish 
that the man had died a natural death about midnight. Mr. Reinert 
has fulfilled the man's last wishes and arranged for the funeral.
Der Nord Westen, 25 Feb. 1909

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FORESAW HIS DEATH
Last Friday morning, Julius Jorgensen was found dead in his bed at the Wisconsin House. He came to the hotel about two weeks ago and being unable to work,, decided to make his home there. He was nearly sixty years of age and had no relatives in this country, being a native of Norway. Mr. Jorgensen was in feeble health for some time and a few years ago had the misfortune to break one of his legs and was continually suffering from the result of this accident. For the past three years he was employed on the farm of Matt Kimmes, a few miles north of this city and when his health began to fail some time ago, he came to this city where he secured employment as hostler at the Washington House. He held the job for only about two weeks after which he went to the Wisconsin House, where he held a similar position previous to working on the farm. The old man had saved his earnings and deposited them in a local bank. A few days before his death he left a $250 check with Manager Reinert of the Wisconsin House with the instructions that if he died, he should receive a respectful burial and the balance of the money should be retained by Reinert. On Friday morning the old man did not make an appearance at the usual time and it was expected that he was not able to leave his room on account of illness. Shortly before noon, Mr. Reinart became alarmed and went to Mr. Jorgensen's room where he found him dead in bed.  After a medical examination it was determined that he had died about midnight. His remains were buried in the public cemetery on Saturday without the presence of a clergyman and without any ceremony, as was his request a few days before he died.
The Chronicle - Tues., Feb. 23, 1909

LOUISE M. JORGENSEN

Mrs. Louise M. Jorgensen, 86 of 1433 N. 6th Street, Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday, July 12, 1989 at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be 11 am Friday at Harrigan Parkside Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. Rev. James Barnes will officiate with burial at 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Jorgensen was born February 8, 1903 at Frankfort, Michigan, 
daughter of the late George and Hilda Hansen Sogge. She married 
Austin E. Jorgensen on June 18, 1928 at Two Rivers. He preceded her 
in death January 6, 1988. Mrs. Jorgensen was a member of St. Paul 
United Methodist Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include a sister, Miss Esther Sogge of Manitowoc; a son-in-
law, Arvin Gehrke of Sturgeon Bay; a sister-in-law, Jeanette Carstensen 
of Seattle, Washington; two grandchildren; five great grandchildren; 
nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends survive. She was 
preceded in death by a daughter, Greta Gehrke, a sister, two brothers 
and two half brothers.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 10 am Friday 
morning and until the hour of service at 11 am.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., July 13, 1989 page B6
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Miss Louise, daughter of George E. Sogge, 1617 Twenty-fourth St., became 
the bride of Austin Jorgensen, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. Jorgenson of Denmark, 
Monday at 10:00 a.m.  The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Olson of 
Denmark at the home of the bride. Only the immediate relatives and friends 
were present. The couple was attended by the Misses Esther Sogge of Oak 
Park, Ill., Florence Jorgeson of Denmark and Thomas Sordick of Denmark 
and George Sogge.
A reception and luncheon followed at the home of the bride. The couple left 
on a two weeks honeymoon. They will be at home to friends after July 1st at 
1617 Twenty-fourth Street, Two Rivers, where the groom is employed at the 
Hamacheck garage.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle - June 21, 1928
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[bur. 07-14-1989/age 86 yrs.]
(08 Feb 1903/Jul 1989/SSDI)


ALFRED J. "CHICK" JURGENS

Alfred J. (Chick) Jurgens, 79, of 19?0 Roosevelt Avenue, Two Rivers, died 
Monday evening, October 10, 1988, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate and burial will be in 
Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Jurgens was born September 30, 1909, at Two Rivers, son of the late Henry 
and Minnie Althen Jurgens. He attended St. John Parochial School and Washington 
High School. Mr. Jurgens was employed at Crescent Woolen Mills for a number 
of years, retiring in 1976. He married the former Alma Blum on July 24, 1935, 
at Two Rivers. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Mens Club.
Survivors include his wife, Alma; two sons and daughters-in-law, Carl and 
Bernadine Jurgens of Olympia, Washington, and William and Joann Jurgens of 
Caledonia, Wisconsin; a daughter and son-in-law, Jann? and Anthony Pasc?cel 
of Mission, Texas; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Virginia Jurgens of Two Rivers; 10 
grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 1 brother 
and 2 sisters.
Friends may call at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, after 9 a.m. Thursday 
to the time of services. There will be no visitation at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapel, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, October 11, 1988
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(Sept. 30, 1909/Oct. 10, 1988)


ALMA JURGENS

Alma Jurgens, age 83, of Two Rivers, died early Tuesday morning, 
October 20, 1998, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 24,
1998, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating
at the service will be Rev. David Arndt with burial to follow at
Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born November 11, 1914, in the town of Mishicot, daughter 
of the late William and Meta Wenholz Blum. She attended St. John's 
Parochial School. On July 24, 1935, she married Alfred Jurgens in 
Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on October 10, 1988.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Karl and Bernadine 
Jurgens, Olympia, Wash., William and Joann Jurgens, Caledonia, Wis.; 
one daughter and son-in-law, Janna and Anthony Pascucci, Mission, 
Texas; ten grandchildren;nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-
grandchild; one brother, Herbert Blum, Neillsville, Wis.; three 
sisters, Mrs. Marie Jonas and Mrs. Edna Steger, both of Two Rivers, 
Elva Baker, Bayfield, Wis.; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Virginia Jurgens, 
Two Rivers; a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by two 
sisters. 
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters.
Friends may call at St. John's Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, after 
9 a.m. Saturday, until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will 
be no Friday evening visitation.
The Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, October 22, 1998
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[b. November 11, 1914/d. Oct. 20, 1998/bur. 24 Oct. 1998/from funeral card) 
(12 Nov 1914 20 Oct 1998/SSDI)


GEORGE JURGENS

George Jurgens, 72, of 3207 Prairie St., Two Rivers, died early Friday morning, 
October 10, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Calvary Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Carl Engstrom will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Jurgens was born Feb. 7, 1908, at Two Rivers, son of the late Henry and 
Minnie Althen Jurgens. He attended St. John Parochial School and was graduated 
from Washington High School in 1926. He married Virginia Collier in September of 
1937 at Peru, Ind. Mr. Jurgens had been employed as a cost accountant with Mirro 
Corporation from 1926 until his retirement in 1973. He was a member of Two Rivers 
Flying club.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Ervin (Susan) Mrotek of Scottsdale, 
Ariz.; a brother, Alfred Jurgens of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Howard (Abbie) 
May of Two Rivers and Mrs. Gilbert (Paula) Broecker of Valders, three grandchildren 
and a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. 
Sunday.
Herald Times Reporter, October 10, 1980 P.3
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Funeral card:
In Loving Memory of
George Jurgens
Born February 7, 1908
Died October 10, 1980


HENRY E. JURGENS

Henry E. Jurgens, 82, of 1822 Adams St., Two Rivers, last of the former employees 
of the old Mueller Bros. Brewing Co. in Two Rivers, died unexpectedly of a heart 
attack Saturday afternoon while assisting a son, George, in pruning a tree in 
front of the latter's home at 3307 Prairie St., Two Rivers. Funeral service will 
be at 2 pm Tuesday at Calvary Evangelical Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Carl Ispen 
officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Jurgens was born January 10, 1877 at Hanover, Germany, son of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. Fred Jurgens. When he was five years old the family brought him to his county, 
settling near Shoto, where he attended the district school. In his youth, he was 
employed at a number of farms in the area after which he came to Two Rivers to take 
employment at the old Mann Bros. Pail Factory. After a number of years he was employed 
in the warehouse and also served as a deliveryman at the old Two Rivers Mercantile Co. 
After that he became an employee for a number of years at the old Mueller Bros. 
Brewing Co.
Previous to his retirement 15 years ago he worked at the Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers 
for 20 years.
Mr. Jurgens was active in the Golden Age Club of Two Rivers and also a member of 
Calvary Church. He married the former Minnie Althen at Two Rivers November 24, 1900. 
She preceded him in death 33 years ago.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Howard May with whom he made his home and Mrs. 
Gilbert Broecher of Rt. 1, Kiel; two sons, George and Alfred of Two Rivers; a brother, 
Fred of Seymour; a sister, Mrs. Etta Swanson of Marinette and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, until 11 am Tuesday 
when the casket will be taken to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Nov. 2, 1959 page 13
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[Henry Ernst Jurgens]


MINNIE JURGENS

Two Rivers News:
Mrs. Jurgens Summoned
Mrs. Henry Jurgens, nee Marion Althen, died at her home Twenty-ninth street
on Sunday morning after a lingering illness. Mrs. Jurgens was born in the
town of Two Rivers on February 24, 1874 and was married to Henry Jurgens
November 24, 1900. She leaves to mourn her loss besides her husband, four
children, Adeline, Paula, George and Alfred all of whom are at home and four
brothers, Henry Althen, John Althen, of this city, George Althen of Manitowoc
and Carl Althen of the town of Two Rivers, also four sisters, Mrs. Matt Haag,
Sr., town of Two Rivers, Mrs. Charles Meissner of Ludington, Mrs. Walter
Kind of Larrabee, Inemicke(sic) of St. Louis. Funeral will be held Wednesday
afternoon at 1:00 from the St. John's Lutheran church, Rev. W.G. Haase
officiating with burial at Pioneers Rest.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 21, 1926  p.5


VIRGINIA L. JURGENS

Virginia L. Jurgens, age 85, of Two Rivers, died Sunday, 
Feb. 2, 2003 at her residence.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, 
Feb. 6, 2003 at Calvary Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The 
Rev. Kay Richter will officiate at the service, with burial 
to follow in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Virginia was born July 18, 1917 in Peru, Ind., a daughter 
of the late Ora and Mary Helen (Snyder) Collier. In September
1937, she married George Jurgens in Peru, Ind. He preceded
her in death Oct. 10, 1980. Virginia worked in the offices of
Kahlenberg Bros. Co. for a number of years and later as a 
secretary for Hamilton Industries, until her retirement. She 
enjoyed reading and working on crossword puzzles.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two 
sisters.
Friends may call at Calvary Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, after 
10 a.m. Thursday until the time of service at 11 a.m. There
will be no visitation this evening.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the 
American Lung Association.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 5, 2003


ADOLPH J. KAFKA

Funeral services for Adolph J. Kafka, 79, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, who died 
Saturday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where at 2 p.m. Tuesday 
at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump 
officiating. Burial was in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Pallbearers were Ray and Roy Levanetz, Sherman and William Mueller, Roland 
Meissner and Elmer Havel.
Mr. Kafka was born Oct. 5, 1884(sic), at Rosecrans, son of the late Matthias 
and Elizabeth Hostak Kafka. He married the former Clara Havel at St. John 
Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, Jan. 17, 1906. After their marriage the couple 
took up its home at Two Rivers where the family remained until 1914, moving 
to a farm near Shoto. Their golden wedding anniversary was observed in 1956. 
Mrs. Kafka died June 18, 1957.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Richard Sabin, of Lombard, Ill.; two sons, 
Leslie, of Two Rivers, and Orin, on the home farm; a brother, Joseph, of County 
Trunk D. Town of Manitowoc, five grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 28, 1964 P.3
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(05 Oct 1883/Jul 1964/SSDI)


CLARA KAFKA

Mrs. Adolph Kafka, 69, of Rt. 2, Town of Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she has been a patient since June 6. She 
had been in failing health for the past several months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Theodore Stern officiating. Burial will be in Forest View (sic) 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Kafka, nee Clara Havel, was born in the City of Two Rivers July 17, 1887, 
daughter of the late Anton and Rose Lueth Kafka (sic). When she was a child 
the family brought her to a farm near Shoto. On Jan. 17, 1906, she was married 
at St. John church, Two Rivers, to Adolph Kafka. The family lived in Two Rivers 
until 1914 when it moved to a farm near Shoto. The couple observed its golden 
wedding anniversary in January, 1956.
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Richard Sabin of Lombard, Ill.; 
two sons, Orin and Leslie of Two Rivers, and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 2 p.m. 
Wednesday. The casket will be taken to the church at 10 a.m. Thrusday where the 
body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 18, 1957 P.13


JENNY E. KAFKA

Genevieve E. Kafka, age 73, of 1407 Hawthorne Ave., Two Rivers, died Friday 
afternoon, Aug. 6 at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 
held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church with Rev. Karen Doty 
officiating. Burial will be in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born on April 22, 1926 in Manitowoc, a daughter of the late Joseph 
and Orea Ayotte Denis. She attended St. Joseph Grade School and St. Thomas 
Aquinas High School in Green Bay.
On May 26, 1951 she married Orin Kafka in Mishicot. The couple operated a farm 
at Route 2, Shoto, and later moved to Two Rivers. She had been employed at the 
Tinsel Factory, Mirro Aluminum and Two Rivers Community Hospital. She was a 
member of the Senior Center.
Survivors include her husband; two sons, Robert (Janet) of Manitowoc, Alan & 
Scott of Two Rivers; one daughter, Cynthia (James) Teuke of Two Rivers; four 
brothers, Alvin (Betty) Denis, Orville (Lucille) Denis, Ernest (Marion) Denis, 
all of Manitowoc, Harold (Mary Ann) Burt of Mishicot; four sisters, Gladys (Bert) 
Compton of Wausaukee, Wis., June Nitzschke of Kingsford, Mich., Dorothy (Tony) 
Bessette of Wausau, Wis., Josephine (Duane) Wood of Marinette, Wis.; four 
grandchildren, Alan Moore, Tina Buenell, Rebecca Kafka and Scott Kafka; four 
step-grandchildren, Peggy, Dennis, Bill (Brenda) Dennis, Terri (Steve) Sprout, 
and Georgette (Steve) Proehl; three great-grandchildren, Felicia Buenell, Zoe 
Moore and Brandon Kafka; four step-great grandchildren, C.J. Kronforst, April, 
Bill and Chris Dennis.
She was preceded in death by four brothers and four sisters.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday 
evening and after 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday at the church until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, August 8, 1999 P. A2
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(Genevieve Kafka/22 Apr 1926/06 Aug 1999/SSDI)


ALBERT KAHLENBERG

DIED
At his residence in this city, March 7th, 1898, of Bright's Disease, Albert 
Kahlenberg, aged 71 years.
Deceased was one of the early settlers of this portion of the county and made 
this city his home for the past 47 years. He was born in Etzleben, near Gorsleben, 
Prussia, Oct. 11, 1826, but came to America while a young man and took up his 
residence here. He was a thorough, methodical and energetic businessman and as 
such was widely known and universally respected. He was also a kind and considerate 
neighbor, a reliable and progressive citizen and a dutiful and devoted husband and 
father. He leaves two sons and three daughters who are all grown up. His funeral 
will take place from the family residence next Thursday afternoon.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tues., Mar. 8, 1898
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Death of 71 yr. old Albert Kahlenberg in Two Rivers on Mon. from Bright's disease.
He was one of the outstanding residents of Two Rivers where he has lived for
the past 47 years. He leaves 2 sons and 3 daughters, all grown. His funeral will
be held this afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 10 March 1898
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Albert Kahlenberg of Two Rivers died on Monday of this week aged 71. He was a 
resident of that city for 47 years and was father of Dr. Kahlenberg of the 
State University He was highly respected by all who knew him.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, March 10, 1898  pg. 3
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COUNTY COURT ITEMS.
Estates That Have Received the Attention of Judge Anderson.
Business transacted in County court the past few days is as follows: 
Judgement of claims entered in the matter of the estate of Albert Kahlenberger.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, April 8, 1899 P.1
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*NOTE: The following is the marriage of Albert's son, Louis:
A. Kahlenberg and daughter, Bertha and R. Kahlenberg and wife left for Madison on 
yesterday's noon train to be present at the wedding of Prof. L. Kahlenberg of the State 
University and Miss Lillian B. Heald of Madison. Prof. L. Kahlenberg is a son of A. 
Kahlenberg of this city and is a graduate of our high school and of the State University. 
Miss Heald is also a graduate of the State University. One year ago she was Assistant 
teacher in our high school and last year occupied a similar position in the Northside 
High School in Manitowoc. The wedding takes place this evening at the home of the 
bride's mother in Madison. The Chronicle extends its hearty congratulations. From 
Madison, Mr. and Mrs. R Kahlenberg will go to Chicago for  a few days visit before 
returning to Two Rivers. 
Manitowoc County Chronicle - July 21, 1896


BERTHA KAHLENBERG    (d. 1893)

Death of Mrs. Bertha Kahlenberg (nee Albrecht) at 6 a.m., 28 July. 
She was born 04 Apr. 1832 in Ueckermuende, Pomerania, and came to 
American in 1867. She married Albert Kahlenberg in 1868.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Aug. 1893


BERTHA KAHLENBERG   (d. 1936)

MILLINER DIES TUESDAY AFTER LONG SICKNESS
Illness of a Year Proves Fatal To Bertha Kahlenberg, 64 Years Old
TWO RIVERS(Special)-
Miss Bertha Kahlenberg, 64, a lifelong resident of the city, who 
was associated with her sisters in a millinery business for many 
years, died at her home 1626 25th street, at 4:30 Tuesday afternoon.
She had been in ill health for a year and had been confined to bed 
for nearly two months.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the 
Grace Congregational church, with the Rev. Thomas A. Hawkes officiating. 
Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The body can be viewed at 
the Beduhn funeral home until 10:30 Friday morning, after which it will 
lie in state at the church.
Born in Two Rivers, a daughter of Albert and Bertha Albrecht Kahlenberg, 
who were among the city's first settlers. Miss Kahlenberg received her 
education in the local grammar school. Later she assisted her father in 
the conduct of a general store, which adjoined a meat market also operated 
by the father.
Her elder sister, Miss Emma Kahlenberg, established a millinery business 
in the general store which was discontinued and Miss Bertha later joined 
the firm in which another sister, Miss Laura, was also associated. The 
sisters retired from the business seven years ago.
Surviving Miss Kahlenberg are two sisters, the Misses Emma and Laura, at 
home, and two brothers, Richard, of Chicago, who for years operated a 
meat market here and Prof. Louis Kahlenberg of the University of Wisconsin, 
Madison.
Miss Kahlenberg was affiliated with the Ladies' Aid society of the 
Congregational church and the Two Rivers Charitable association.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, July 22, 1936 P.9


CECILIA KAHLENBERG

Mrs. William J. Cecelia Kahlenberg Sr., 68, of Forest Hills Dr., Two Rivers, 
died Tuesday at Northwoods Hospital, Phelps. Wis.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Grace Congregational Church-
U.C.C., Two Rivers. The Rev. David Hansen will offiicate with burial in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Kahlenberg, nee Cecelia Marling, was born July 16, 1907, at Madison, 
daughter of the late Walter A. and Sarah Neucums Marling. She attended a 
Madison grade and high school and University of Wisconsin, Madison, and G. 
Ward Belmont School, Nashville, Tenn. She was married to William J. 
Kahlenberg June 21, 1930, at Madison. Mr. Kahlenberg is president of Kahlenberg 
Bros. Co. of Two Rivers and a past grand master of the Masonic Lodge of Wisconsin. 
Mrs. Kahlenberg was a member of Ladies of the Round Table, Order of Eastern Star, 
Elks Auxiliary, Shrine Auxiliary, and Republican Women's Club.
Survivors include her husband, three sons (Private), two sisters, Mrs. William 
Benziegs, of Baraboo and Mrs. S.G. Bartholomew, of Tequesta, Fla., and 13 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 6 to 9 
o'clock this Wednesday evening and at the church after 11 a.m. Thursday. 
Memorials may be made to Grace Congregational Church, U.C.C., Heart Fund, 
Northwoods Hospital or Wisconsin Masonic Foundation, 1123 N. Astor, Milwaukee, 
Wis 54302.
Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday, January 14, 1976 P.22
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At Milwaukee this evening at eight o'clock, William Kahlenberg Jr., son of Mr. 
and Mrs. William R. Kahlenberg of Two Rivers will claim as his bride, Miss Cecelia 
Marling, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter A. Marling of Prospect Avenue.
Misses Eleanore Marling and Betty Riggs will attend the bride and Roger Kahlenberg 
will be the best man. A reception will follow the ceremony at the home of the bride 
after which they are leaving on a tour of the northern part of the state, Michigan 
and Canada. After July 4, Mr. and Mrs. Kahlenberg will reside at 2714 School Street 
at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 21, 1930 page 9


ELEANOR KAHLENBERG

Funeral services for Mrs. Eleanore Kahlenberg, 82, of Two Rivers, widow of 
John L. Kahlenberg, of Kahlenberg Bros. Co., who died Sunday morning at a 
Manitowoc hospital, were at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. M.W. Oechler officiating. Burial was in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Kahlenberg, nee Eleanore Moeller, was born Feb. 19, 1883, at Milwaukee, 
daughter of the late Edward and Anna Knauber Moeller. She was married in 
1944 at Milwaukee to Mr. Kahlenberg who died at Two Rivers in 1960.
Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Roman Schmid, of Appleton and Mrs. Bruno 
Thiel, of Mt. Vernon, Ohio.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 8, 1965 P.14


EMMA KAHLENBERG   (d. 1942)

Complications which followed a fall in her home at 1626 25th street 
a month ago caused the death this morning at 6:16 at the Two Rivers 
Municipal hospital of Miss Emma Kahlenberg, 80, retired Two Rivers 
milliner and sister of the late Prof. Louis H. Kahlenberg.
Miss Kahlenberg, a member of one of the first families to settle in 
Two Rivers, was taken to the local hospital a day after the mishap 
in her home, but her condition steadily grew more critical.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock in Grace 
Gongregational church in Two Rivers, the Rev. L.A. Spooner, pastor of 
Community Congregational church of Kewaunee, officiating. Interment 
will be in the family plot in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home from three o'clock 
Sunday afternoon to 11 o'clock Monday morning when it will be taken 
to the church, there to lie in state until 1:30 in the afternoon.
Emma Kahlenberg was born in Two Rivers on December 18, 1861, a daughter 
of the late Albert and Katheriena (sic) Neiss Kahlenberg, who were 
among the earliest settlers, immigrating from Germany. She attended the 
Two Rivers grade school and when a young woman established the Kahlenberg 
Millinery on the site of the old homestead on 16th street, which she 
operated for many years with the assistance of her late sisters, the 
Misses Laura and Bertha Kahlenberg. About 12 years ago she retired from 
business and took up her residence in a new home on 25th street.
Extremely active in church work, Miss Kahlenberg was a member of Circle A. 
For many years she was affiliated with the Two Rivers Charitable 
association.
Miss Kahlenberg is survived by nine nephews and nieces.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, September 19, 1942 P.4


EMMA H. KAHLENBERG    (d. 1963)

Mrs. Emma Kahlenberg, 91, of 2408 Jefferson St., Two Rivers, widow of William R. 
Kahlenberg, founder of the Kahlenberg Bros. Co., early Two Rivers marine engine 
builder, a member of a prominent early community family and the city's first 
kindergarten teacher, died at home shortly after 2 p.m. Wednesday. She had been 
in failing health the past few months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Kahlenberg, nee Emma Hammel, was born Sept. 7, 1871, at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late Ernst and Mary Eggers Hammel, who were among the early settlers in the 
community. Her father was long engaged in the meat business at 16th and Jefferson 
streets, now the site of Hamilton Mfg. Co. steel plant, and was one of Two Rivers' 
earliest mayors. His activities also extended later into the commercial fishing 
enterpise.
Attending Two Rivers public schools, she was graduated from Two Rivers High Scool 
with the class of 1888, which included the late Prof. Charles G. Stangel, longtime 
principal of Manitowoc Lincoln High School. She became Two Rivers' first kindergarten 
teacher and Sept. 20, 1898, she was married to William R. Kahlenberg, who founded the 
Kahlenberg Brothers Co., marine engine manufacturing firm at Two Rivers and who also 
was proinent in municipal affairs, serving on the first City Council under the city 
manager form. He died Oct. 25, 1957.
For many years Mrs. Kahlenberg was active in club work at Two Rivers and was a member 
of the Ladies of the Round Table, Ladies Charitable Assn. and the Woman's Club.
Surviving Mrs. Kahlenberg are three sons, Roger, George and William J. Kahlenberg, of 
Two Rivers, nine grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
Memorials may be sent to the Shrine Hospitals for Crippled Children or Grace 
Congregational Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, February 14, 1963 P.7


GERTRUDE KAHLENBERG

TWO RIVERS PIONEER CALLED TO FINAL REST
Mrs. Gertrude Kahlenberg Dies at Family Home, Aged 85
TWO RIVERS, March 18-Mrs. Gertrude Kahlenberg died at her home 2306 Jefferson 
street at 5:15 last evening of infirmities incident to old age. Mrs. Kahlenberg 
was eighty-five years old September 2, last year. She was born in Germany and 
when fourteen years of age came to this country. She was married to Otto 
Kahlenberg December 31, 1864. Mr. Kahlenberg was a G.A.R. veteran who died about 
eight years ago. Her maiden name was Gertrude Neis. She leaves to mourn her loss 
three sons and two daughters, William, Otto and John, who compose the Kahlenberg 
Brothers company, engine builders; and Mrs. Hans Henrickson, and Mrs. A.M. Klaus. 
Besides fifteen grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren survive her. 
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from her home, Rev. 
Haase officiating, and burial will be at Pioneer's Rest.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, March 18, 1926 P.5
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GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Midst a gathering of many relatives and a few friends, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Kahlenberg 
last night celebrated the golden anniversary of their marriage. An elaborate banquet 
of seven courses was served at the Waverly Hotel to which 45 people were seated at 
8 o'clock. And amid the strains of beautiful music, they enjoyed feasting and a happy 
social time that gladdened the hearts of the aged couple who have been blessed with 
50 years of happy life together.
Among those present from out of town were Prof. Louis Kahlenberg and Mrs. Kahlenberg 
of Madison, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kahlenberg of Chicago, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Witte and 
Mr. and Mrs. Otto Bernhardt of Mishicot. The hands pointed close to 11 o'clock when 
the guests repaired to the residence of the couple on 1314 18th Street. There a 
pleasant social time was enjoyed by all as they saw the old year out and the new year 
in and all extended their best New year's greetings to Mr. and Mrs. Kahlenberg.
Mr. and Mrs. Kahlenberg were united in marriage at Manitowoc, December 31, 1864 by 
Justice Reuter. They have continued to reside in Two River since. Enjoying good health, 
happiness and business prosperity and the Reporter unites with their many friends in 
wishing them many years of happy life at their advanced age of 77 and 74 respectively. 
The Reporter, Sat., Jan. 1, 1915


JOHN L. KAHLENBERG

John L. Kahlenberg, 80, of 2406 Washington St., Two Rivers,longtime treasurer 
of the widely known marine engine firm of Kahlenberg Bros. Co., Two Rivers, 
died early Monday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been 
a patient three months. He had been in failing health for more than a year.
Masonic funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Deja & Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers, under auspices of Two Rivers Lodge No. 200, F. & A.M. The 
serman will be delivered by the Rev. Richard H. Trump, while the Masonic rites 
will be directed by Past Master Heber Clayton. Masonic services will also be at 
the graveside at Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Kahlenberg was born Dec. 22, 1879, at Two Rivers, son of the late Otto and 
Gertrude Neis Kahlenberg. He attended Two Rivers public schools and in his youth 
became associated with the Kahlenberg firm, founded by a late brother, William R. 
Kahlenberg, who died in 1957, and in which firm another brother, the late Otto 
Kahlenberg, was also associated.
Nearly 50 years ago Mr. Kahlenberg married the former Pauline Barbor at Kewaunee. 
She died at Two Rivers in 1939. He married the former Eleanor Moeller at Milwaukee 
Oct. 16, 1948, who survives.
Mr. Kahlenberg was one of the earliest members of the Two Rivers Lodge of Masons, 
and also was affiliated with Barney G. Lymon Chapter No. 116, Royal Arch Mason, 
of Two Rivers, Manitowoc Commander No. 45, Knights Templar; the Wisconsin Scottish 
Shrine Temple, Milwaukee; Two Rivers Shrine Club; a charter member of Two Rivers 
Lodge of Elks No. 1380 and the Two Rivers Rotary Club.
Besides his wife he leaves a son, John B., of Two Rivers, two grandchildren and 
a nubmer of nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 16, 1960 P.11
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Babor- Kahlenberg Nuptials Celebrated on Wednesday
Quietly the impressive ceremony was pronounced at an early hour Wednesday morning 
which united in marriage Miss Pauline Babor of this city and John L. Kahlenberg of 
Two Rivers. The wedding took place at the parsonage of the Catholic church, the 
nuptial knot being tied by Rev. Fr. Kirpal. Thus has another of Kewaunee's fair 
daughters placed her future in the keeping of one who has made for her a home in 
another city. Two Rivers will be their home and with her the bride takes the best 
wishes of a legion of friends. The bride was attended by Miss Tillie Judae and A.W. 
Hamachek of Algoma officiated as best man.
The bride is well known in this city where she has resided all her life. The 
Enterprise takes more than passing interest in the wedding as Miss Babor was one of 
its trusted employees for a number of years and attained young womanhood while engaged 
in the office. Its congratulations are therefore the sincerest and its heartfelt wish 
is that she may have a happy future. The groom is well known here. He is a member of 
the firm of Kahlenberg Bros. who own an extensive manufacturing plant in Two Rivers 
and is a young businessman of sterling worth. Among all of his associates, business 
or social, he is held in high esteem and Kewaunee's daughter is safe in his 
keeping.-Kewaunee Enterprise
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., June 7, 1904


KATHERINE BREMER KAHLENBERG    (d. 1999)

Katherine Bremer Kahlenberg, age 94, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 1999, at 
St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc.
A Memorial Service will be held at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home at 11 a.m. 
Saturday, March 20, 1999. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Tom 
Wojciechowski O.F.M.
Katherine was born June 9, 1904, in Two Rivers, Wis., daughter of the late Jennie 
Mueller Bremer and William S. Bremer. She spent part of her youth in St. Louis, Mo. 
and later attended the St. Louis School of Fine Arts. In 1929 she married Roger W. 
Kahlenberg and spent the rest of her life in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death 
in July of 1973. Among her community interest were membership in the Service League 
and the Ladies Round Table of Two Rivers. For several years she assisted the Carmen 
Chorus under the direction of Mrs. Howell G. Evans. Katherine was a gifted artist 
in sewing, painting and crafts. An avid golfer, she was the Fairview Ladies Golf 
Champion in 1938, 1939 and 1941.
Survivors include two daughters, Mary Kahlenberg Schroeder and her husband Alan, 
Santa Rosa, Calif.; Barbara Kahlenberg Walsh and her husband George, Neenah, Wis.; 
five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; Jeanne Schroeder O'Connelll and her 
husband Tim, and children Megan and Kevin, Chico, Calif.; Tom Schroeder and his wife 
Mary and son Trent, Phoenix, Ariz.; William R. Walsh, Milwaukee; Katherine Walsh 
Simons and her husband, Chris and daughter Hayley, Two Rivers; David Schroeder and 
his wife, Kim and daughter, Katelyn, Santa Rosa, Calif.; one brother, H.E. Bremer and 
his wife, Alice, Elkhart Lake, Wis. She is further survived by other relatives and 
friends. She was also preceded in death by her daughter Jane and her sister, Helen 
Bremer Struck.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the donor's choice or to the Rogers 
Street Fishing Village Endowment Fund as Rogers Street was named after her husband Roger 
Kahlenberg, the day he was born in 1901.
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Father Tom and the staff at St. Mary's 
Home for the care they extended to Katherine.
Herald Times Reporter, February 26, 1999 P. A2
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(09 Jun 1904/23 Feb 1999/SSDI)


KATHERINE JANE KAHLENBERG

Katherine Jane Kahlenberg, age 65, passed away Sunday, May 5, 1996, at St. Mary's 
Home, Manitowoc.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 1, 1996, at Grace 
Congregational Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Kim 
Henning.
She was born April 14, 1931, in Two Rivers, daughter of Katherine Bremer Kahlenberg 
and the late Roger W. Kahlenberg. A graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers, 
she furthered her education at Southern Seminary and Junior College in Buena Vista, 
Va. and Prospect Hall Secretarial School, Milwaukee. She enjoyed historical research 
of the early days of the city of Two Rivers and Manitowoc County. She loved to gather 
family and friends at a summer home in Door County.
Survivors include her mother, Katherine Kahlenberg, Manitowoc; two sisters, Mary 
Kahlenberg Schroeder and her husband Al, Santa Rosa, Calif., Barbara Kahlenberg Walsh 
and her husband George, Neenah; five nieces and nephews, Jeanne Schroeder O'Connell 
and her husband Tim, Chico, Calif., Tom Schroeder, Phoenix, Ariz., William R. Walsh, 
Milwaukee, Katherine Walsh Simons and her husband Chris, Lombard, Ill. and David 
Schroeder and his wife Kim, American Canyon, Calif. In addition to this extended 
family she leaves a grand-niece and nephew, Megan and Kevin O'Connell, Chico, Calif. 
Also surviving are other relatives and friends.
Memorials may be made to the Lester Library Building Fund, 1516 Sixteenth St., Two 
Rivers, WI 54241.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 7, 1996 P. A2
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(14 Apr 1931/05 May 1996/SSDI)


LAURA KAHLENBERG

OLD RESIDENT DIES SUNDAY
Miss Laura Kahlenberg, Aged 69, Victim of Heart Disease
TWO RIVERS (Special)-
Less than two months after the death of her sister, Miss Laura 
Kahlenberg, 69, lifelong resident of the city died Sunday at 4 
p.m. at her home at 2616 25th street. Death was due to heart 
disease from which she suffered for many years.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2:15 from 
the Beduhn funeral home to Grace Congregational church, the Rev. 
Thomas A. Hawkes officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' 
Rest cemetery.
Born in Two Rivers, Sept. 7, 1868, a daughter of Richard and 
Catherine Nice Kahlenberg, Laura Kahlenberg completed her education 
in the grammar schools and later assisted her father in the general 
store, which he operated on old Main street, now 16th street. Later 
she entered into partnership with her sisters, Emma and the late 
Bertha in the conduct of the Kahlenberg millinery, which discontinued 
business eight years ago after many thriving years.
Surviving Miss Kahlenberg are a sister, Miss Emma at home, and two 
brothers, Prof. Louis Kahlenberg of Madison, and Richard A. Kahlenberg 
of Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 8, 1936 P.12


LOUISE KAHLENBERG

Mrs. Richard A. Kahlenberg, 85, a member of one of Two Rivers' most prominent 
early families, died Sunday night at her home in Chicago, where she had resided 
for nearly 40 years.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday night in an Oak Park, Ill., Lutheran 
church, after which the casket will be brought to Two Rivers for interment in 
the Voshardt mausoleum in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, with short services conducted 
b ythe (sic) Rev. Roemoser of Oak Park, scheduled for about 1 p.m. Wednesday.
Mrs. Kahlenberg, nee Louisa Voshardt, was born in Two Rivers on Feb. 18, 1869, 
a daughter of the late Henry and Louisa Buschmann Voshardt. She was married more 
than 60 years ago to Richard A. Kahlenberg, also a member of a prominent Two 
Rivers family, who for years operated a meat market on 16th Street between 
Washington and Jefferson Streets. Nearly 40 years ago the Kahlenbergs moved to 
Chicago, where Mr. Kahlenberg died several years ago.
Mrs. Kahlenberg leaves four daughters, Mrs. Edwin Reinke of River Forest, Ill., 
Mrs. John Schnicht of Oak Park, Mrs. Ruth Kumfer of Chicago, and Mrs. Paul Kurtz 
of Elmhurst, Ill., and three sons, Albert Jr., of Oak Park, Orme of Moberly, Mo., 
and the Rev. Henry Kahlenberg, a Lutheran minister at St. Petersburg, Fla. There 
are also 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 17, 1954 P.19


OTTO KAHLENBERG   (d. 1918)

Mr. Kahlenberg arrived here at the age of 15 in 1853 and went to 
work almost immediately. He came over from his birthplace, Etzleben, 
Germany with his older sister. They had an unusually long journey 
coming over, covering thirteen weeks of dubious weather. In the first 
years here Mr. Kahlenberg did the tin work on the first sawmill built 
at Neshoto and on vessels in Harbridge's ship yard near the Monroe 
Street bridge on the site of the Reporter office. After working here 
four years Mr. Kahlenberg thought he'd try his luck elsewhere and went 
to Milwaukee where he helped with the tin work on the Best(?) Brewery 
that has now become the immense plant of the Pabst Brewing Company. 
From there he went to Janesville where he enlisted in the army at the 
breaking out of the civil war. He became a member of company D. 13th 
Wisconsin. During the war he saw service at Belmont, Murfreesborough, 
Chattanooga, Missionary Ridge and other battles and in the entire 
Vicksburg campaign. He came to Two Rivers when the war was over to 
settle down here for good and in a short time was married to Gertrude 
Nies on the last day of the year 1864. He again engaged in the work of 
tinsmith working for a time for the Two Rivers Manufacturing Company 
and for Robert Suettinger Sr. In 1868 on the 1st of April the pail 
factory was destroyed by fire and he was engaged with others to rebuild 
the plant which was again burned down in 1873. He also helped in the 
work of rebuilding it the second time. He started his own tinshop and 
hardware store in 1877. Among the more important jobs he undertook was 
the work on the light house at Two Rivers Point. This was erected in 
1879 and Mr. Kahlenberg had much work to do covering the roof 120 feet 
above the ground. Mr. Kahlenberg's hardware business enjoyed reasonable 
prosperity. When the soldiers were musterd out of service, He says that 
he and many others threw their guns away but he carried home with him 
from the south two large tin shears, with the assistance of a comrade 
whom he paid $5. One he sold to Mr. Suettinger and it is still at the 
Suettinger shop to this day doing service occasionally. When his sons 
grew up they experimented on new things and developed at last their 
famous gasoline engine. This resulted in winding up the hardware business 
and the erection of the modern manufacturing plant of Kahlenberg Bros. on 
the Southside. Mr. Otto Kahlenberg has retired from active participaton 
in the business affairs of this concern but occupies himself attending 
to things around the premises and to the delivery of freight which he 
is still able to do at the age of 77. Mr. and Mrs. Kahlenberg have now 
been married nearly fifty years. She is 73 but the snows of age have not 
settled upon her. It is their intention to celebrate their golden wedding 
anniversary and as both are in good health the joyous occasion will no 
doubt take place on December 31, this year when they will have been 
married fifty years." 
Two Rivers Reporter, Saturday, March 21, 1914 - OLD TIMERS
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OTTO KAHLENBERG, CIVIL WAR VETERAN OF TWO RIVERS 
PASSES AWAY AT THE AGE OF 80 YEARS
Was Married in This City Shortly After Having Returned From War 
to Gertrude Neis a Manitowoc Woman-Well Known In Business
After an illness of several months duration, Otto Kahlenberg, aged 
80 years, died at his home in this city on Friday. His death was 
caused by the infirmities of old age. 
Otto Kahlenberg was a native of Germany. He came to Two Rivers with 
his sister when he was fifteen years of age. He worked at the tinner's 
trade a number of years and in September, 1861, he went to Janesville, 
where he enlisted as a volunteer in Co. D, 13th regiment Wisconsin 
Volunteer Infantry and he served in the Civil war until Nov. 19, 1864, 
when he received an honorable discharge at Nashville, Tenn. He was 
patriotic, brave and true and since the war was a loyal member of the 
G.A.R. and always took an active part in the Memorial day exercises. 
Shortly after he returned from the war on Dec. 31, 1864, Mr. Kahlenberg 
was married at Manitowoc to Gertrude Neis. 
About forty years ago Mr. Kahlenberg entered into the hardware business 
which he conducted until he was succeeded by his sons about twenty four 
years ago. Since that time the deceased has assisted his sons William, 
Otto  and John in developing their business which is one of the largest 
and finest of its kind in the country.---Two Rivers Chronicle
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, January 30, 1918, Page 4
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DEATH CALLS PIONEER RESIDENT
Otto Kahlenberg Sr., Father of the Kahlenberg Bros. Answers Summons Friday
WAS G.A.R. VETERAN
One of the Hardy Pioneers of the County
Death called Otto Kahlenberg Sr., at his home on 18th Street Friday evening. 
Although he had reached a good old age, being 80, his death was hastened by a 
stroke of paralysis which he suffered about a year ago and which left him 
almost helpless.
Deceased was born in Etzleben, Germany and at the age of fifteen emigrated to 
America arriving in Two Rivers in 1853. After four years work in this city at 
the tinsmith trade, he went to Milwaukee and from there to Janesville, Wisconsin 
from which place he volunteered in the Union Army early in the war. He was 
service in many battles which were Belmont, Murfreesborough, Missionary Ridge 
and participated in the entire Virginia campaign.
When the war ended, Mr. Kahlenberg again settled in Two Rivers and in a short 
time was married to Miss Gertrude Nies, who after fifty-three years is now left 
a widow. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on New Year's Eve, 
1915 and the event was a most happy one. For many years the deceased conducted 
a hardware store and tin repair shop. But when his sons grew up they experimented 
on new things perfecting at last their famous gasoline engine. This resulted in 
winding up the hardware business and the erection of the modern manufacturing 
plant at Kahlenberg Bros. on the southside.
Mr. Kahlenberg was one of those hardy pioneers who came from over the seas, to 
whom Two Rivers owes much, who developed the great west of whom few survive. 
Decedent is survived by his widow, three sons, William, Otto and John and two 
daughters, Mrs. Hans Henrickson and Mrs. Alvis Klaus. The funeral took place 
Monday afternoon from the home, Rev. C. F. Doehler officiating and the grandsons 
acting as pallbearers.
The Reporter, Thurs., Jan. 31, 1918
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GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Midst a gathering of many relatives and a few friends, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Kahlenberg 
last night celebrated the golden anniversary of their marriage. An elaborate banquet 
of seven courses was served at the Waverly Hotel to which 45 people were seated at 
8 o'clock. And amid the strains of beautiful music, they enjoyed feasting and a happy 
social time that gladdened the hearts of the aged couple who have been blessed with 
50 years of happy life together.
Among those present from out of town were Prof. Louis Kahlenberg and Mrs. Kahlenberg 
of Madison, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kahlenberg of Chicago, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Witte and 
Mr. and Mrs. Otto Bernhardt of Mishicot. The hands pointed close to 11 o'clock when 
the guests repaired to the residence of the couple on 1314 18th Street. There a 
pleasant social time was enjoyed by all as they saw the old year out and the new year 
in and all extended their best New year's greetings to Mr. and Mrs. Kahlenberg.
Mr. and Mrs. Kahlenberg were united in marriage at Manitowoc, December 31, 1864 by 
Justice Reuter. They have continued to reside in Two River since. Enjoying good health, 
happiness and business prosperity and the Reporter unites with their many friends in 
wishing them many years of happy life at their advanced age of 77 and 74 respectively. 
The Reporter, Sat., Jan. 1, 1915


OTTO KAHLENBERG    (d. 1927)

OTTO KAHLENBERG DEAD AT TWO RIVERS
WELL KNOWN MANUFACTURER DIES SUDDENLY
Suffers Heart Attack After Week's Illness-News Shock to Community
Otto Kahlenberg, one of the best known business men in this city, city, (sic) 
died suddenly at the family home this morning at 10 o'clock, the demise being 
due to a heart attack. News of the death came as a shock to relatives and to 
the entire community. He had been ill for a week but his condition was not 
considered critical. No arrangements for the funeral had been completed today.
Born In Two Rivers
Otto Kahlenberg was born in this city fifty-four years ago and has always made 
the city his home. He was married about twenty-five years ago to Miss Mayme Flynn 
who with four children, Marion and Gertude, James and Robert, survive him. Two 
brothers, William and John and a sister, Mrs. Hans Hendrikson, also survive him.
In Gas Engine Business
Mr. Kahlenberg received his early education in the public schools at Two Rivers 
and after completing his school course went into business with his brothers, 
establising a large gas engine building plant which enjoys a national reputation 
for marine engines. The company engaged in other lines and has been successful.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, July 16, 1927 P. 10

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BUSINESSMAN CALLED BY DEATH IN PRIME OF LIFE
Otto Kahlenberg, Manufacturer, Answers the Inexorable Summons After Brief Illness
Last Saturday morning, Otto Kalhelberg, well known manufacturer of this city, faced "the great adventure" and answered the call which sooner or later comes to all, dying as the result of a sudden heart attack after a brief illness.
The news of his death was a shock to relatives and friends as his illness was not considered critical and his passing is the source of genuine regret and sorrow for his many friends and acquaintances.
He had been associated with his brothers, William and John in the gas and oil marine engine manufacturing business since its beginning and by hard work and diligent attention to business he contributed largely to the upbuilding of this important local industry. He went into the business with his brothers soon after completing his education in the city schools and confined himself to supervising the construction work, being exacting and particular to meet the requirements of the business, but pleasant and considerate in all things.
Deceased was born in this city fifty-four years ago and resided here ever since. About twenty-five years ago he was married to Miss Mayme Flynn who has been his devoted wife and helpmate. Besides his widow, he is survived by four children, Marion, Gertrude, James and Robert. The family has the sympathy of the community in their bereavement. He also leaves his brothers, William and John and one sister, Mrs. Hans Henrickson. The funeral was held on Tuesday from the home, with services under auspices of the Elks Lodge. The Kahlenberg Bros. employees marched in the funeral procession to witness with many others the last rites at the grave of their departed master workman.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle - July 21, 1927  

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Married
Kahlenberg - Flynn
At the residence of Rev. Father Machin of St. Brennden's church, Chicago, Sept. 30, 
1902, Mr. Otto Kahlenberg of Two Rivers and Miss Mamie Flynn of Chicago. The 
wedding was a quiet affair, only a few chosen friends and relatives being present. 
Miss Annie Wynn and Wm Flynn, a brother of the bride stood up with the young couple 
as they plighted their solemn marriage vows. The bride is a daughter of Capt. J.H. 
Flynn, a former resident of this city and a lake captain well-known all along the 
west shore. She is also a niece of Mrs. M.H. Murphy of Manitowoc. She is a most 
estimable young lady and is greatly beloved by a wide circle of friends. The groom 
is a member of the firm of Kahlenberg Brothers of this city and is a sturdy, 
energetic and progressive young businessman who has the entire confidence of all 
who knew him. The Chronicle extends its hearty congratulations.
The Chronicle, Tues., Oct. 7, 1902


PAULINE KAHLENBERG

After an illness of more than three months, Mrs. John L. Kahlenberg, prominent 
in charity work in Two Rivers, died today at the municipal hospital at Two 
Rivers.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon from the Grace Congregational 
church at Two Rivers with the Rev. T.A. Hawkes officiating. Burial will be made 
in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Kahlenberg, nee Pauline Babor, was born in Kewaunee. She lived in Kewaunee 
until her marriage to Mr. Kahlenberg, a member of the Kahlenberg Bros. firm here, 
in 1904.
She took an active part in the affairs of the church and at the time of her death 
was vice president of the Ladies Aid society of the congregation. She also played 
a prominent part in the work of the Ladies Charitable association and in the Elks 
auxiliary.
Survivors are the widower and one son, John B. Kahlenberg, at home.
The body was taken to the Beduhn funeral home at Two Rivers where it may be viewed 
from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday. Friday morning it will be taken to the church and lie 
in state there from 11 to 12.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 27, 1939 P.2
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Babor- Kahlenberg Nuptials Celebrated on Wednesday
Quietly the impressive ceremony was pronounced at an early hour Wednesday morning 
which united in marriage Miss Pauline Babor of this city and John L. Kahlenberg of 
Two Rivers. The wedding took place at the parsonage of the Catholic church, the 
nuptial knot being tied by Rev. Fr. Kirpal. Thus has another of Kewaunee's fair 
daughters placed her future in the keeping of one who has made for her a home in 
another city. Two Rivers will be their home and with her the bride takes the best 
wishes of a legion of friends. The bride was attended by Miss Tillie Judae and A.W. 
Hamachek of Algoma officiated as best man.
The bride is well known in this city where she has resided all her life. The 
Enterprise takes more than passing interest in the wedding as Miss Babor was one of 
its trusted employees for a number of years and attained young womanhood while engaged 
in the office. Its congratulations are therefore the sincerest and its heartfelt wish 
is that she may have a happy future. The groom is well known here. He is a member of 
the firm of Kahlenberg Bros. who own an extensive manufacturing plant in Two Rivers 
and is a young businessman of sterling worth. Among all of his associates, business 
or social, he is held in high esteem and Kewaunee's daughter is safe in his 
keeping.-Kewaunee Enterprise
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., June 7, 1904


RICHARD KAHLENBERG

Richard Kahlenberg To Be Buried Here Friday
TWO RIVERS, (Special)-
The body of Richard Kahlenberg, 78, who died of a heart attack 
in Chicago yesterday will be brought here from Chicago tomorrow 
afternoon and will be taken to the Beduhn funeral home where it 
will lie in state until the time of the funeral. Services will 
be held at the chapel at 1:30 p.m. Friday afternoon and at St. 
John's Lutheran church at 2 o'clock. The Rev. W.G. Haase will 
officiate. The body will be placed in the family vault in the 
mausoleum in Pioneer's Rest cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 10, 1937 P.13
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Richard A. Kahlenberg, of Trinity Church, Dead
Richard A. Kahlenberg, member of Trinity Lutheran church of Oak Park, passed 
away suddenly at his home on the morning of March 9. His home was in Austin at 
217 North Menard. He was the father of Mrs. E.L. Reinke of River Forest and Mrs. 
Paul Kurtz of Oak Park.
Mr. Kahlenberg, 78 years of age, was born in Two Rivers, Wis., and came to 
Chicago 28 years ago. Until four years ago he was employed by the Friedley-
Voshardt company.
Apparently enjoying good health, his death came as a shock to relatives and 
friends. Services were conducted on Thursday morning at Trinity Lutheran church, 
Park, and at St. John's Lutheran church, Two Rivers, Wis., on Friday afternoon. 
Rev. H.W. Prange of Oak Park officiating at both services. The body was laid to 
rest at Pioneers Rest cemetery, Two Rivers.
Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Louise Kahlenberg, and seven children, Mrs. E.L. 
Reinek of River Forest, A.H. Kahlenberg, Mrs. John Schicht, Mrs. Paul Kurtz of 
Oak Park, Mrs. Ruth Kahlenberg of Ithaca, N.Y., and Rev. Henry Kahlenberg of Ft. 
Wayne, Ind.
Oak Park Oak Leaves, Thursday, March 18, 1937 P. 97


ROGER W. KAHLENBERG

Roger W. Kahlenberg, 72, of 2600 Washington St., Two Rivers, 
president of Kahlenberg Bros. Co., Two Rivers, longtime marine 
equipment manufacturer and widely known in Masonic circles 
throughout Wisconsin, died unexpectedly at home Sunday night.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Deja & Martin 
Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. 
Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers,
Mr. Kahlenberg was born at Two Rivers March 3, 1901, son of the 
late William R. and Emma Hammel Kahlenberg. He attended Two Rivers 
public schools and was graduated from Lake Forest Ill. Academy and 
from the University of Wisconsin School of Engineering, Madison. He 
married the former Katherine Bremer Oct. 19, 1929, at Milwaukee.
He was a member of Two Rivers Lodge No. 200, F. & A.M., Barney G. 
Lyman, Chapter No. 116, Royal Arch Masons of Two Rivers, Manitowoc 
Council No. 18, Royal and Select Masters, Manitowoc Commandery No. 
45, Knights Templar; a Scottish Rite 32nd Degree Mason and the Two 
Rivers Shrine Club.
In his profession he was a member of the Society of Automotive 
Engineers and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Rogers 
Street, Two Rivers, where a historical fishing village is under 
development, was named for Mr. Kahlenberg. 
Besides his wife he leaves three daughters (Survivors names omitted 
for privacy.), two brothers, George and William J., of Two Rivers 
and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday 
where Masonic memorial services, conducted by Two Rivers Lodge No. 
200, will be at 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, July 23, 1973


WILLIAM R. KAHLENBERG    (d. 1957)

W.R. Kahlenberg Dies at Age of 87
Was Founder of Company Served City of Two Rivers
William R. Kahlenberg Sr., 87, of 2408 Jefferson St., founder and president 
of the Kahlenberg Mfg. Co., died at 11:30 p.m. Friday at the Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient for several weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels 
with Masonic rites, Commandery escort and the Rev. Richard Wichle? officiating. 
Burial will be at Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Kahlenberg gave a product of supreme craftsmanship and known dependability 
to a profession trusting life and commerce to motive power. As a tribute to his 
inventive genius, engines bearing the name of Kahlenberg are in service all over 
the world.
From earliest recollections, Mr. Kahlenberg, a native of Two Rivers, was mechanic-
ally inclined. At 15 years of age he constructed, single-handed, a perfectly 
working miniature steam engine.
Pioneer Manufacturer
His ability was soon recognized in the mechanical field and in 1895 he founded the 
Kahlenberg Bros. Co., which included the late Otto and John L. Kahlenberg.
Building its first gasoline engine in 1898, which went into the boat of John LaFond, 
Two Rivers commercial fisherman, the organization is recognized as a pioneer manu-
facturer of internal combustion engines in the United States. Always in trend with 
the times, Mr. Kahlenberg obtained in 1916 (Continued on Page M-9)
Kahlenberg (Continued from Page 1)
patents on the Kahlenberg diesel engine, which has led the field with improvements.
Mr. Kahlenberg was born Oct. 2, 1870, a son of the late Otto and Gertrude Neis 
Kahlenberg. On Sept. 20, 1896, he married Emma Hammel and continued to live in the 
city where he played an important part in many phases of community life.
Headed council
He was president of the City Council, a member of the Water and Light Department, 
among his many civic achievements. At the time of his death, he was chairman of 
board of directors of the Bank of Two Rivers. Mr. Kahlenberg was affiliated with 
a number of the Masonic orders. He was also a charter member of the Elks Lodge and 
Rotary Club.
Including his wife, survivors are three sons, Roger, George, and William A., and a 
brother, John, of Two Rivers; nine grand children ad three great grandchildren.
President of the Elks Club Charles Webster announced that the members will be at the 
club at 7 p.m. Sunday and move to the funeral chapels for the Elks service.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels afer 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, October 26, 1957 Pages 1 and 9
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The following is his son's obit, William J. Kahlenberg (d. 1979):

William J. Kahlenberg Sr., 72, of Forest Hills Dr., Two Rivers, board chairman 
and past president of Kahlenberg Bros. Co. of Two Rivers, died late Monday 
morning in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Masonic memorial services will be 7:30 p.m. Thursday in Grace Congregational 
Church, Two Rivers
Mr. Kahlenberg was born Jan. 17, 1907, in Two Rivers, son of the late William R. 
and Emma Hammel Kahlenberg. He attended Two Rivers Public Schools, Lake Forest 
Academy, Lake Forest, Ill. and University of Wisconsin-Madison. He married 
Cecelia Marling June 21, 1930. She preceded him in death Jan. 13, 1976. Nov. 5, 
1977 he married Dorothy Lestina, a former Two Rivers school teacher.
Mr. Kahlenberg's masonic affiliations include the De Molay Legion of Honor; Two 
Rivers Masonic Lodge No. 200 of which he was the present treasurer; Barney G. 
Lyman Chapter No. 116 R and AM; Manitowoc Council No. 18 R and SM; Manitowoc 
Commandery; Grand Commandery of Wisconsin; Knight of York Cross of Honor; 
Scottish Rite Bodies of Milwaukee of which he was past commander and chief; 
Shrine Tripoli Temple of which he was past potentate; Tall Cedars of Lebanon; 
Red Cross of Constantine; Royal Order of Jesters; Two Rivers Eastern Star 
Chapter No. 229; Grand Lodge F and AM of Wisconsin of which he was past grand 
master; Wisconsin Masonic Foundation of which he was the present president; 
Two Rivers Elks Lodge No. 1380, past exalted ruler and Northeast Wisconsin 
Industrial association.
Survivors include his wife, three sons, William J. Jr., Karl and Frederick of 
Two Rivers; a brother, George E. of Two Rivers, 13 grandchildren and a great 
grandchild.
Memorials may be made to Wisconsin Masonic Home, Shriners Hospital for Crippled 
Children or American Cancer Society.
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, is in charge of arrangements. 
There will be no visistation (sic) in the funeral chapel.
Herald Times Reporter, April 24, 1979 P. 3


ALBERT KAHRS

Death record, v. 33, #130
Albert Kahrs of 1706-18th St., T.R., Mant. Cty., Wis.
Died Dec. 30, 1939, Two Rivers, Mant. Cty.
Married: Wife: Hattie
Born May 28, 1879
Age 60 years, 7 mo. 2 days
Buffer, Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co.
Father: Henry Kahrs born in Germany
Mother: Christina Hempke born in Two Rivers
Cause: Coronary Sclerosis due to coronary occlusion.
*******
Albert Kahrs Dies After Long Illness
FUNERAL WILL BE HELD HERE ON WEDNESDAY
Son of First White Child Born Here Was 60; Had Heart Ailment
Albert B. Kahrs, 60, a son of the first white child born in Two
Rivers, and one of the city's most widely known residents, died
at his home at 1706 18th street at six o'clock Saturday night from
heart disease.
Known as one of the city's kindliest persons, and an enthusiast in
all types of sports, particularly baseball, since youth, Mr. Kahrs
had been in ill health since he suffered a heart attack four years
ago.
Funeral Wednesday
He took seriously ill again nine weeks ago, but on Christmas,
surrounded by his children and grandchildren, he took a turn
toward the better. However, Thursday morning his illness again
became critical and he failed rapidly.
Funeral services for Mr. Kahrs will be held Wednesday afternoon
at 1:30 from the home and at 2 o'clock in St. John's Lutheran 
church, the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in
the family plot in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The remains were
taken to the residence this afternoon from the Beduhn funeral
home and can be viewed until the hour of services.
On Trustees Board
For the past 22 years Mr. Kahrs was a die-setter at Plant 1 of 
the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company. Previous to his last
place of employment he worked for many years with his lat father-
in-law, Charles Griep, at the old Mueller Bros. brewery, now
the Two Rivers Beverage company.
Mr. Kahrs served for a period of 12 years on the board of trustees
of St. John's church, leaving the board when he was stricken with
illness in 1935. A member of the Two Rivers Old Settlers' club and
of the Lutheran Men's club, he also belonged to the Two Rivers
volunteer fire department from 1900 to the time it was reorganized
into a paid department in 1919. He had been on the Dexter hook and
ladder unit of the department.
Ardent Baseball Fan
A great enthusiast of all sports activities, baseball was his chief
hobby. A pitcher for amateur teams in his youth, he never lost 
interest in the game. Seldom he missed a game in which the city 
team played, and he frequently attended major league contests in
Chicago and watched the Brewers play in Milwaukee. He followed the
fortunes of the Milwaukee club with interest from the days when
Ty Lober, now a Two Rivers resident was the club's leadoff man.
********
The death on Saturday of Albert Kahrs, son of the first white
woman born in Two Rivers, removes from the community a splendid
citizen.
For many weeks most of Two Rivers had known that Albert Kahrs had
been approaching the end of the road, and his brave but hopeless
fight against a fatal illness has been watched with sorrow for its
inevitable end.
Albert Kahrs was a friendly gentleman, and extremely popular with
all who knew him. And these numbered in the hundreds in a city where
he resided his entire life. In spite of his ailing condition in the
past four years he always greeted his friends with a smile. That
quality never left Albert Kahrs.
Those identified with sports activities in Two Rivers probably will
miss Albert most. The sports page was always "page 1" to Albert.
There, perhaps, wasn't a single participant in the upper brackets
of organized and independent baseball whom he couldn't recall for
some deed during his career. Keeping records of the achievements
in competitive sports was his chief hobby. And as a supporter of 
the representative city baseball team he ranked among the most
ardent. He rarely missed a game here.
Yes, Albert Kahrs, a fine citizen, and loving father, will be missed
and our sympathy goes to the bereaved family, which is now sustaining
its greatest loss.
Dec. 30, 1939


CHRISTINA KAHRS

Death Record Vol. 23, n. 735
Christina Kahrs
Age 80 years, 1 mo. 19 days - housewife
Born Two Rivers, Wis.
Father Henry Hempke, born in Germany
Mother: Magdeline Best, born in Germany
Died January 9, 1929 - Influenza with senility.
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MRS. KAHRS, CLAIMED
PASSES AWAY AT THE HOME OF HER DAUGHTER
Born Here in 1848 When Two Rivers Was Small Fishing Town
HOLD FUNERAL SATURDAY
Death Due Mainly to Old Age; Also Had a Touch of Influenza
Mrs. Christina Kahrs, aged 80, who it is claimed was the first
white girl born in Two Rivers, was called by death here yesterday
afternoon at 3:30 o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Meta
Runge at 2014 Jefferson street, her death being due to infirmities
attendant upon old age and influenza.
Born in 1848
Mrs. Kahrs, nee Christina Hempke, was born here November 22, 1848,
when Two Rivers was just a small fishing town, and lived to see the
day when Two Rivers was a prosperous, growing community. On October
24, sixty years ago, she was united in marriage to Henry Kahrs, who
preceded her in death nineteen years. Mr. Kahrs was one of the well
known residents in this city, having been employed here by the Two
Rivers Manufacturing Company, then known as the pail factory and 
saw mill, practically all his life. Two children survive, Mrs. Meta
residing on Jefferson street and Albert Kahrs living on Eighteenth
street. She is also survived by one sister, Mrs. William Schaefer 
of this city and one brother Wm. Hempke of Kossuth, nine grand
children and four great grand children.
Active in Clubs
Mrs. Kahrs was a very active and ardent member of the St. John'
Lutheran church and also of the Ladies Aid Society of that
congregation.
The body will lie in state at the Beduhn and Goetz funeral home
until Friday when the remains will be taken to the Runge residence
on Jefferson street. Funeral services will be held Saturday
afternoon at 1:30 from the home and at two o'clock from the St.
John's church with burial at Pioneers Rest cemetery.
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Mrs. C. Kahrs, First White Child Born Here Passes Away
Mrs. Christina Kahrs, aged 80, best known in this city as the
first white child born in Two Rivers died at the home of her
daughter, Mrs. Meta Runge as the result of the flue and the
infirmities of old age.
Deceased was born in this city Nov. 22, 1848 when this city
was only a small fishing village. Mrs. Kahrs nee Christina
Hempke was married to Henry Kahrs, who preceded her in death,
nineteen years ago. Mrs. Kahrs is survived by two children,
Mrs. Meta Runge and Albert Kahrs both of this city, one sister,
Mrs. William Schaefer also of this city and William Hempke of
Kossuth. Nine grandchildren and four great grand-children also
survive. Mrs. Kahrs was an ardent member of the St. John's
Lutheran church and also a member of the Ladies' Aid society of
the church.
Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 1:30 from 
the home and at 2:00 from the St. John's Lutheran church. Burial
will be at the Pioneers' Rest cemetery. Rev. Haase officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, Jan. 11, 1929  P.13


GEORGE KAHRS    (d. 1912)

DIED:
George Kahrs, Sr., died at the home of his son George in this city, last Friday. 
The deceased was 80 years of age and was born in Hanover, Germany. He came to 
this country in 1853 and after residing in New York for one year, came to Shoto. 
In 1857 he moved on to a farm in the Town of Mishicot where he resided until a 
few years ago, when he came to this city to live with his son. His wife died in 
1897. He is survived by two sons and two daughters, George of this city, Louis 
of San Diego, Cal., Mrs. Drews of Cooperstown and Mrs. Kiel of Whitelaw. The 
funeral took place from St. John's church. - Two Rivers Chronicle.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 11, 1912  pg. 1
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Death records: v. 12, #118
George Kahrs, Sr., b: 3 Nov. 1832 in Germany/d: 5 July 1912/
age 79 yrs., 8 mo., 2 da.
retired farmer
p: Geo. Kahrs and Meta

GEORGE KAHRS    (d. 1926)

The funeral of George H. Kahrs was held Sunday afternoon from the home at 1622 Twenty-Third Street with services at St. John's Lutheran Church. Mr. Kahrs passed away Thursday evening after a long period of ill health. Deceased was a life long resident of the county born near Shoto, Sept. 26, 1853 and was at the time of death past 68 years of age. He was an upright Christian man and good citizen. He made his home on the farm until fifteen years ago when he came to Two Rivers. He has since been employed at plant 1 of the Aluminum Goods Company. He was married thirty-five years ago to Miss Minnie Wilkie and is survived by his widow, two children, Mrs. A. Braun of the Town of Two Rivers and William of Shoto; one brother, Louis of San Diego, Calif.; a sister, Mrs. Richard Drews of Cooperstown and by three grandchildren. 
The following people from out of town were here to attend the funeral: Mrs. Ervin Meinecke, Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Feest, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lotz, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Lotz,Joe Feest Jr., Frank Feese and George Feest, all of Racine; Mr. and Mrs. George Mueller, Mr. and Mrs. John Raymaker, J. Mueller and H. Raymaker of Green Bay; Mr. and Mrs. Elton Morgan, Cato; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Kiel, Whitelaw; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kiel and sons, Oscar and Arthur, Richard Drews, Cooperstown; Mrs.  R. DeNevue, Rhinelander; Mr. and Mrs. Otto Engel, Mrs. C. Goedjen, Mrs. H. Paulus, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Kiel, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kiel, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Drews, Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Fricke, Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Wilkke, Linda and John Wilke, Mrs. Katie Wilke, Mrs. C. Kleinbauer, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Fuller, all of Manitowoc.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., June 25, 1926
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Mrs. Erwin Meinecke of Chicago arrived here to attend the funeral of her uncle 
George Kahrs, who was buried yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Meinecke was formerly 
Miss Hilda Mertens.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, June 21, 1926 P. 5

HATTIE KAHRS

Mrs. Hattie Kahrs, 78, of 1706 18th St., Two Rivers, a member of a 
pioneer Two Rivers family, died early Monday morning at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient a week. Funeral 
services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Burial will be 
in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers, Wi.  Mrs. Kahrs, nee Hattie 
Griep, was born at Two Rivers Feb. 9, 1881, a daughter of the late Carl 
and Louise Martin Griep. A life-time member of St. John congregation, 
she attended St. John Parochial School. In her young womanhood, she was 
engaged in dressmaking with the late Louise Buhse. She was married Aug. 18, 
1900, to Albert Kahrs who died in 1939. Mrs. Kahrs leaves four daughters, 
Mrs. Alvin Myers of Fond du Lac, Mrs. Earl Schultz of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, 
Miss Ruth Kahrs at home and Mrs. Hilary Beth of Dayton, Ohio; four sons, 
Arthur and Henry of Milwaukee, Roy of Two Rivers, and the Rev. Harvey 
Kahrs of Winneconne, Wis.; a brother, Frederick Griep of Two Rivers; 25 
grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.  Friends may call at Deja & 
Martin Funeral Chapels after 3 p.m. Wednesday when the casket will be 
taken to the church where the body will lie in state until the time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, WI on Monday, April 27, 1959.
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(Died: April 27, 1959/Spouse's name: Albert George Kahrs, born 
28 May 1879 in Manitowoc Co., WI.)
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Death Record, v. 53, #184
Hattie Kahrs died April 27, 1959,
Parents: Carl Griep, Sr. and Louise Martin
Cause: Cardio Renal Vascular disease


HENRY KAHRS

Death record Manitowoc co. Vol. 11, n. 77
Henry George Kahrs
occupation: Laborer
b: March 18, 1840 in Germany/d: 3 January 1910/cause: "I found 
    patient dead when I was called at 10 a.m.. Cause of death 
    heart failure. Had chronic heart trouble for years.
f: John George Kahrs, born Germany
m: Meta, born Germany
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Henry Kahrs, one of the oldest residents of this city died suddenly
at his home on Jefferson street Monday morning. The deceased was in
apparently good health when he arose in the morning and after doing
the chores and shoveling the snow from the walks he entered the house
to take a rest and smoke his pipe. He was seated in his chair for a
short time only when he passed away. His death is thought to be the
resultof heart failure. The deceased was born at Taken, Hanover on
March 18, 1840 and was a resident of this city for many years. He
was one of the oldest members of St. John's congregaton. He is
survived by his wife and son Albert and Mrs. Wm. Runge also by
a brother, Geo. Kahrs Sr.
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DIES SEATED IN AN EASY CHAIR
While Waiting for His Dinner, Henry Kahrs Expires
WAS WELL KNOWN 2 RIVERS PIONEER
Two Rivers - Jan. 4.  Sitting by the fireside, enjoying his pipe, while his wife 
was busily engaged in preparing the noon day meal, Henry Kahrs, one of the oldest 
settlers here, suddenly expired yesterday morning. Without proclaiming illness of 
any kind, he died before medical aid could be summoned, the cause of his demise 
being due to heart failure from which he suffered occasionally. In apparent good 
health, Mr. Kahrs, with relatives attended services at St. John's Lutheran Church 
Sunday morning and in the afternoon and evening displayed no signs of ailment. 
Yesterday morning, soon after breakfast, he went out to clear the sidewalk of snow, 
returning to the house he lighted his pipe and comfortably seated himself near the 
stove to enjoy the pipe. Suddenly he fell in a swoon and before medical aid could 
reach his side he had expired. Mr. Kahrs has been a resident of this city for forty 
years or more and has always been looked upon as a honorable and upright citizen. 
For many years he resided next to the high school grounds and for a quarter of a 
century, the boys and girls attending the school, held Mr. Kahrs as one of their 
firm and staunch friends. The funeral will take place from the St. John's Lutheran 
Church Wednesday afternoon. A wife and one daughter, Mrs. William Runge, remain to 
mourn his death.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Jan. 4, 1910


MINNIE KAHRS    (d. 1945)

Mrs. George Kahrs, 82, nee Minnie Wilke, of Two Rivers, died last night at the 
Two Rivers Municipal hospital. She was moved to the hospital last Saturday from 
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Albert Braun, of route 1, Two Rivers, where she 
has made her home the past year.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at St. Johns Lutheran church, Two 
Rivers. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
She was born on the Wilke homestead farm in 1863 and was married to George Kahrs 
in 1891 and 20 years later the family moved to Two Rivers. Mr. Kahrs died 19 
years ago.
Survivors are a son and daughter, William of Two Rivers and Mrs. Albert Braun of 
route 1, Two Rivers; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
The body is at the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, where it 
may be viewed after 7 o'clock tonight until Friday morning when it will be moved 
to the church to lie in state from 10:30 until the hour of the service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 29, 1945  P.2


MINNIE KAHRS    (d. 1965)

Mrs. Minnie Kahrs, 71, of 1106A St. 8th St., Manitowoc, died at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hosptial Thursday afternoon.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. T.F. Uetzmann officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Kahrs, nee Minnie Schuette, was born Oct. 22, 1893, in the Town of 
Kossuth, daughter of the late Otto and Minnie Kiel Schuette. She was married 
June 28, 1911, at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, to William G. Kahrs. 
After their marriage they settled on a farm in the Town of Mishicot until 
1944 when the family moved to the Town of Two Rivers. After her husband's death 
in 1954 she moved to Manitowoc.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Charles Neuser nd Mrs. Ray Koch, of Mishicot 
and Mrs. Albert Engelbrecht, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, a sister, Mrs. Henry Kleckner, 
of Manitowoc; six grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 2 
p.m. Sunday until 10 a.m. Monday when the casket will be taken to the church 
where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, February 5, 1965 P. 17
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[Wilhelmina Kahrs]
(22 Oct 1892/Feb 1965/SSDI)
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300 at Reception
Wedding of Miss Schuette and Wm. Kahrs Celebrated Wednesday
Three hundred guests attended the reception and dance at Bishop's Hall Wednesday 
night in celebration of the wedding of Miss Minnie Schuette of Kossuth and 
William G. Kahrs of Two Rivers, the celebration being one of the largest of the 
season. The wedding of the couple was solemnized at Two Rivers during the morning 
and was followed by a wedding dinner and reception and dance at Bishop's. The 
bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Schuette, prominent residents of Kossuth 
and a young lady who numbers her friends by the score. Mr. Kahrs is a well known 
young farmer of the town of Two Rivers and the couple will take up their home 
there at once.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., June 29, 1911


NEAL KAHRS

Neal Albert Kahrs, five (sic) months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kahrs, Two 
Rivers, died this morning. Private funeral services will be held Tuesday 
afternoon from the Beduhn funeral home. The Rev. W.G. Haase will officiate and 
interment will be in Pioneer's Rest cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 10, 1941 P. 2


REGINA KAHRS

(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 27 July)
Thurs. noon Mrs. George Kahrs, Sr. was found by her husband lying on 
the floor in a pool of blood. An inquest determined that she had cut 
her own throat with a cheese knife. Last Fall she had fallen ill with 
a strong disease. She left a note in which she said she had had a 
terrible dream in which a man wanted to put her in the mental facility, 
and that the anxiety had led to her deed. Her body was buried in the 
Two Rivers Cemetery last Sunday. 
Der Nord Westen, 29 July 1897
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Mrs. Kahrs, mother of Mr. George Kahrs, of School section, committed suicide in 
a horrible manner last Thursday. When the family were all gone out of the house 
to the field work, the old lady got a razor and cut her throat with it. Dr. 
Karnopp who conducted the post mortem examination says that she seems to have 
made several slashes across her throat before she was helpless.
She left a message written on a slate, in which she bade her family farewell, 
admonished her grandchildren to obey their parents always and stating that she 
had no grievance whatever against anybody. She explained that the deed she was 
about to commit was caused by a dream, in which it appeared that on Thursday 
evening officers would come to the house and carry her off to an asylum. Rather 
than permit this, she would take her own life.
Mrs. Kahrs had long been suffering from heart disease and for many years had been 
unable to lie down being forced to sleep in a sitting position. Neither of the 
churches which had accepted the hard earned money this poor old woman and her 
husband had bestowed upon them during their whole life would give her Christian 
burial.
Manitowoc Pilot, July 29, 1897 
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Notes From Mishicott:
Mrs. Kahrs, mother of Mr. George Kahrs, of School Section, committed suicide in 
a horrible manner last Thursday. when the family were all gone out of the house 
to the field work, the old lady got a razor and cut her throat with it. Dr. 
Karnopp who conducted the post mortem examination says that she seems to have 
made several slashes across her throat before she was helpless.
She left a message written on a slate, in which she bade her family farewell, 
admonished her grand-children to obey their parents always and stating that she 
had no grievance whatever against anybody. She explained that the deed she was 
about to commit was caused by a dream, in which it appeared that on Thursday 
evening officers would come to the house and carry her off to an asylum. Rather 
than permit this, she would take her own life.
Mrs. Kahrs had long been suffering from heart disease and for many years had been 
unable to lie down being forced to sleep in a sitting position. Neither of the 
churches which had accepted the hard earned money this poor old woman and her 
husband had bestowed upon them during their whole life, would give her a Christian 
burial.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 29, 1897  pg. 2 
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Mrs. Karsch (sic) of Mishicott committed suicide on Thursday morning last by cutting 
her throat with a razor. She gashed her throat three times while lying on a lounge 
and then bled to death. Her body was not found until near noon when her husband 
returned from the field where he had been working. She has given signs of insanity 
the last few months.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 29, 1897  pg. 3


WILLIAM KAHRS

Stricken with illness on Monday, William Kahrs, 67, Rt. 1, Two Rivers, died at 
his home near Eastwin Friday afternoon.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Theophil Uetzmann officiating. Interment will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Kahrs was born in the town of Mishicot in 1886 (sic), a son of the late 
George and Elizabeth Kiel Kahrs. In 1911 he married the former Minnie Schuette 
in Two Rivers, the couple making their home on a farm in the town of Mishicot. 
Retiring from the farm 10 years ago, the family moved to Two Rivers where Mr. 
Kahrs was employed at the Paragon Electric Company and later at the Aluminum 
Goods Manufacturing Company. A year ago the couple moved to a home on Rt. 1, 
Two Rivers.
Besides his wife he leaves three daughters, Mrs. Charles Neuser of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Albert Engelbrecht of Two Creeks and Mrs. Ray Koch of Mishicot; a sister, 
Mrs. Louis Braun of Two Rivers, and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel In., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 2 
p.m. Sunday until 10 a.m. Monday when the casket will be taken to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, March 20, 1954 P. 17
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300 at Reception
Wedding of Miss Schuette and Wm. Kahrs Celebrated Wednesday
Three hundred guests attended the reception and dance at Bishop's Hall Wednesday 
night in celebration of the wedding of Miss Minnie Schuette of Kossuth and 
William G. Kahrs of Two Rivers, the celebration being one of the largest of the 
season. The wedding of the couple was solemnized at Two Rivers during the morning 
and was followed by a wedding dinner and reception and dance at Bishop's. The 
bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Schuette, prominent residents of Kossuth 
and a young lady who numbers her friends by the score. Mr. Kahrs is a well known 
young farmer of the town of Two Rivers and the couple will take up their home 
there at once.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., June 29, 1911


DANIEL KAKES

Daniel Kakes, 58, of Rt. 2, Box 100, Mishicot, died Sunday evening at Municipal 
Hospital, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, 
Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Earl 
Brouchoud will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Kakes was born July 22, 1916, in the Town of Mishicot, son of the late Thomas 
and Mrs. Anna Zachek Kakes. He attended rural schools and was employed at Mirro 
Aluminum Co. Plant 1, Two Rivers as a stock clerk of the tool department. He 
married Grace Baum Sladky April 26, 1952, at Mishicot. He was a veteran in the 
Army in World War II.
Survivors include his wife, Grace; two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Jane) Benthein, of 
Manitowoc, Miss Nancy Kakes, of Mishicot; a step son, John Sladky, of Two Rivers; 
his mother, Mrs. Anna Zachek Kakes.; nine brothers, Thomas, of Antigo, Edward, 
John, William, Dan, Emil and Ray, of Mishicot and Alois and Matthew of Manitowoc; 
three sisters, Mrs. Walter Fakunding, of California, Mrs. Marcella Lensmeyer, of 
Whitelaw, and Mrs. Ralph Engeldinger, of Mishicot; and a grandson (private), of 
Manitowoc. A sister Rose preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday where a memorial 
service will be at 8 p.m.
Herald Times, Reporter, Monday, July 29, 1974 P. 16
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(22 Jul 1916/Jul 1974/SSDI)


GRACE KAKES CUDAHY

Grace L. Cudahy, age 77, of 2813 12th St., Two Rivers, died Thursday morning, 
October 6, 1994, at the Appleton Medical Center. Funeral Services will be at 
11 a.m. on Saturday, October 8, 1994, at St. Mark's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Rev. David Beaudry will officiate with burial at Pioneer Rest cemetery.
She was born April 14, 1917, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Louis and 
Lillie Rausch Baum. She attended St. John's Parochial School. She was married 
to Edward Sladky. He preceded her in death in 1944. In 1952, she married Dan 
Kakes, he preceded her in death in 1974. On April 21, 1980, she married Chester 
Cudahy. She was employed as a Blue Lady at the Mishicot Elementary School. She 
was later employed at Paragon Electric Company.
Survivors include her husband, Chester, a son John Sladky, Manitowoc; three 
stepsons, Larry and Lynn Cudahy, Manitowoc, Michael Cudahy, Two Rivers, Keith 
and Pamela Cudahy, Mishicot; two daughters and a son-in-law, Nancy Kakes, Two 
Rivers; Jane and Bob Benthein, Manitowoc; a sister and brother-in-law, Beatrice 
and Lewis Klein, Two Rivers; one grandson, Scott; seven step-grandchildren. She 
was preceded in death by a sister Marion.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels after 9 a.m. on Saturday 
until leaving for the church at 10:30 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, October 7, 1994  P. A2
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(Grace Cudahy/14 Apr 1917/06 Oct 1994/SSDI)


ALBERT F. KAMINSKY

Albert Kaminsky, 68, of 1419-15th St., Two Rivers, died at the 
Municipal Hospital Sunday morning, where he had been a patient 
for the past several days.
Funeral services will be held at ? p.m. Tuesday at the Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, with the Rev. M.J. Roehrdanz 
officiating. Burial will be in the Pioneer's Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Kaminsky was born in Stronach, Mich., Feb. 8, 1888, to August 
and Carol??? Lie?dke Kaminsky. He came with the family to Two 
Rivers in 1903. Mr. Kaminsky was a veteran employe of the Hamilton 
Mfg. Co. and a Veteran of World War I.
The survivors include one sister, Mrs. Charles Ruehmer of South 
Milwaukee and six brothers, Rudolph, O??? and ????ard of Two Rivers, 
Robert and Ewald of Milwaukee and Olaf of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home after 2 p.m. 
Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 20, 1956 P.15


AUGUST KAMINSKY

August Kaminsky, 84, retired factory worker of Two Rivers, died Monday at his 
home, 1700 24th street. He had been in failing health two years.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Klein & Stangel, 
Inc., funeral home in Two Rivers and at 2 pm. From the St. John's Lutheran 
church, the Rev. W. G. Haese officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest 
cemetery.
Mr. Kaminsky was born in West Prussia in 1855 and came to the United States at 
the age of 25, locating in Illinois. In 1882 he moved to Stronach, Mich., where 
he worked in sawmills 24 years. In 1904 he located in Two Rivers and was employed 
at the Hamilton plant for 12 years. The following 13 years he was employed in the 
toolroom of the Aluminum Goods company. Ten years ago he retired.
In 1878 Mr. Kaminsky married Miss Caroline Liedtke in Manistee, Mich. The couple 
observed their golden wedding in 1937.
Survivors are the widow; daughter, Mrs.Charles Ruehmer of South Milwaukee; seven 
sons, Albert, Rudolph, Otto, Edmund and Ewald of Two Rivers, Olaf of this city, 
Robert of South Milwaukee; 13 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 12, 1940  P.2


CAROLINE KAMINSKY

Mrs. Caroline Kaminsky, 88, 1700 24th street, Two Rivers, died at Two Rivers 
Municipal hospital Monday evening where she had been a patient since May 28. 
She had been in failing health for the past 10 years.
Funeral services will be held at Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two 
Rivers at 2 p.m. Thursday, the Rev. W. G. Haase, pastor of St. John Lutheran 
church, officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Kaminsky, nee Caroline Liedtke, was born in Germany in 1803(sic), a daughter 
of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred Liedtke. When she was 18 years old the family 
brought her to this country, settling in Manistee, Mich. She was married in 
1887 at Manistee to August Kaminsky, who preceded her in death in Two Rivers, 
11 years ago. The family came to Two Rivers from Manistee in 1905.
Mrs. Kaminsky is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Charles F. Ruehmer, South Milwaukee; 
seven sons, Albert, Rudolph, Otto and Edward of Two Rivers, Olaf of Manitowoc, and 
Robert and Ewald Kaminsky of Milwaukee; two brothers, Fred and Herman Liedtke of 
Two Rivers, 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 p.m. Wednesday until the hour of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 31, 1951  P. 2


EDWARD KAMINSKY

Edward H. Kaminsky, 67, of 1811-27th St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly of a 
heart attack while attending the 10:30 a.m. worship services at St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, Sunday.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. T. F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery.
For 29 years Mr. Kaminsky was a grocery clerk at Schroeder Bros. Dept. Store at 
Two Rivers, and in 1942 took employment at Paragon Electric Co. Inc., Two Rivers, 
in the stock room, retiring from the firm May 31, 1963.
He is survived by his wife, the former Elsie Retzlaff, whom he married June 8, 
1921; two daughters, the Misses Gertrude and Edlyn, of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. 
Charles F. Ruehmer, of South Milwaukee; five brothers, Rudolph and Otto, of Two 
Rivers, Olaf, of Ephraim, Ewald, of Milwaukee and Robert of Santa Monica, Calif., 
and nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home.  
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 13, 1965  P.9 
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Kaminsky-Retzlaff
Miss Elsie Charlotte Retzlaff, daughter of Mrs. Johannah Retzlaff, and Edward 
Henry Kaminsky, also of that city were married this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock 
at St. John's Lutheran church. Rev. Haase officiating at the ceremony. The 
couple were attended by Miss Amelia Retzlaff, Miss Alice Messman, Olaf W. 
Kaminsky and William England Jr. A wedding reception was held this afternoon 
at the home of the bride and the couple will depart this evening on a honeymoon 
trip to Milwaukee. Upon their return they will make their home at 1813 Twenty-
first street, Two Rivers. The groom is employed as a traveling salesman.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 8, 1921 P. 8


ELSIE C. KAMINSKY

Mrs. Edward H. (Elsie) Kaminsky
Private Services for Elsie Retzlaff Kaminsky, age 92, who passed away on April 17, 
1993, were held on April 20, 1993 by the Rev. Robert Sullivan at the Klein and 
Stangel Funeral Home.
Elsie was born May 20, 1900 to Frank and Wilhelmina Behlow Retzlaff at Two Creeks. 
On June 8, 1921, she married Edward H. Kazminsky (sic) at St. John Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on September 12, 1965. Before her marriage 
she was employed for five years at Schroeder Brothers as a sales clerk and office 
clerk. She loved her flower garden and enjoyed tatting.
Survivors include two daughters, Gertrude and Edlyn and a special Godchild, Elsie C. 
White, all of Two Rivers. She is further survived by nieces, Ora Zarn and her 
husband, Clarence of Bellevue, Neb., Joyce Pautz, Rhinelander; and nephews Willis 
Retzlaff and his wife Ann, Tampa, Fla., and Eugene Pautz and his wife Ethel, Kenosha. 
She was preceded in death by her three brothers, Emil, Arthur and Henry, and her 
twin sisters Amelia and Louise, and her nephew Earl Retzlaff.
Herald Times Reporter, April 22, 1993 P. A2
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(20 May 1900/17 Apr 1993/SSDI)


ANNABELLE E. KAMM

Anabelle E. Kamm, 77, of 1202 S. 10th Street, Manitowoc, died early Thursday 
morning, November 6, 1986 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 8:30 am Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, and 9 am at St. 
Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. Gerald Prusakowski O.F.M. and burial will be in Pioneers 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Kamm, nee Anabelle Buynoski, was born November 9, 1908 at Superior, Wisconsin, 
daughter of the late William and Margaret Cherniawski Buynoski. She moved to Two 
Rivers as a young girl. She married Carl Kamm on August 31, 1933 at Manitowoc. 
The couple moved to Manitowoc after marriage. He preceded her in death on May 20, 
1974. Mrs. Kamm and her husband owned and operated several taverns in the 
Manitowoc and Two Rivers area. She was a member of St. Boniface parish.
Survivors include a grandson, Terry Daron of Manitowoc; two stepdaughters, Mrs. 
Edith Todl and family of Manitowoc and Mrs. Arthur (Edna Mae) Meister of Manitowoc; 
three brothers, Stanley, Richard and Edward Bukoski of Erie, Pennsylvania; two 
sisters, Mrs. Phil (Wanda) Pollen of Manitowoc and Mrs. Edward (Alice) Lemoch of 
Erie, Pennsylvania; other relatives and special friends, Tom Herman and Michelle 
Green. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Shirley Daron.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 8 pm Friday evening 
where a prayer service will be at 8 pm by Deacon William Klein.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Nov. 6, 1986 page 23
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(09 Nov 1908/Nov 1986/SSDI)
[Annabelle Eliz. Kamm]
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BEATKE-KAMM
At a civil ceremony in the chambers of municipal court this morning, Mrs. 
Annabelle Beatke(sic), Manitowoc, route 2, was united in marriage to Carl 
Kamm, Manitowoc, route 2. The service was read by Judge O.T. Bredesen. 
Miss Garnet Weston and Joseph Peterson, Jr., were the attending couple.
Mr. and Mrs. Kamm will make their home on route 2, where the groom operates 
a filling station.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 31, 1933 P. 6


CARL H. KAMM

Carl H. Kamm, 82, of 1202 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Monday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Bruce J. Hanstedt will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Kamm was born May 5, 1892, at Manitowoc, son of the late Adam and Helena 
Klein Kamm. He married Annabelle E. Buynoski Aug. 31, 1933, at Manitowoc. He had 
been employed at Hamilton Industries, Two Rivers, for many years and then moved 
to Manitowoc where he owned and operated Kamm's Tap Room the past 40 years. He 
was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 706 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, three daughters, Mrs. Edith Todel, Mrs. Arthur (Edna Mae) 
Meister and Mrs. (Shirly) Daron, of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Carl Stache, of 
Appleton and Mrs. Carl Newberg, of Manitowoc; four grandsons and three great grand-
children. A brother and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, where a memorial 
service will be held at 7 p.m. by the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 706.
Herald Times Reporter, May 20, 1974  P.20 
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[Carl M. Kamm]
(b. 3 Mar. 1892/d. May 1974/SSDI)
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Mr. Carl Kamm and Miss Anna Haas were united in marriage at the home of the 
bride's parents last Saturday afternoon. The couple was attended by Mabel Hickox 
as maid of honor and Mr. Rudolph Klein as best man. The other attending couples 
were Miss Lillie Gauthier and Mr. Edward Haas and Miss Caroline Starr and Mr. Carl 
Lauber. Little Gertrude Kamm acted as flower girl.
After the ceremony a sumptuous wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride 
in which a large number of friends and relatives participated. The bride is a 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo Haas and has a large circle of friends in this city. 
The groom is an industrious young man employed at the office of the Hamilton Mfg. 
Co. The Reporter united with the many friends of the couple in wishing them a long 
and pleasant journey thru life. Among those who attended the wedding from out of 
town were: Messrs and Mesdames W. Otto, John and Henry Schmidt of Fond du Lac; Henry 
Meissner, John, Arthur and Walter Scherer and families of Manitowoc; Herbert Stach 
and family of Appleton, Chas Reuther and Mrs. Stanley Herzog of Maplewood, Miss 
Louise Haas of Milwaukee.
The Reporter, Fri., May 21, 1915
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(1930 Two Rivers census:
Carl Kamm age 37; wife Anna 39; Edith 13; Edna 5)
(Note: This Anna is not mentioned in his obituary, but was still alive in 1930/
Carl remarried in 1933 per his obituary)
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BEATKE-KAMM
At a civil ceremony in the chambers of municipal court this morning, Mrs. 
Annabelle Beatke(sic), Manitowoc, route 2, was united in marriage to Carl 
Kamm, Manitowoc, route 2. The service was read by Judge O.T. Bredesen. 
Miss Garnet Weston and Joseph Peterson, Jr., were the attending couple.
Mr. and Mrs. Kamm will make their home on route 2, where the groom operates 
a filling station.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 31, 1933 P. 6


DORIS KAMM

The two weeks old child of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kamm passed away Saturday evening. 
A simple and beautiful service was conducted on Monday afternoon by Rev. Morris 
of Grace Church.
The Reporter, Fri., Feb. 18, 1916


HENRY KAPPELMANN    (d. 1962)

Henry Kappelman (sic), 84, of 1221 S. 17th St., Manitowoc, a member of a 
prominent early Two Rivers family who served on the Two Rivers Board of 
Education for 22 years and also as a president, died Saturday night at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc. He had been in failing health the past year.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Kappelman was born at Hanover, Germany, Feb. 2, 1878, son of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. Herman Kappelman. When he was 17 he immigrated to this country, coming to Two 
Rivers to make his home with his late uncle, Henry Kappelman, who then operated 
the old Wisconsin House on the site of the present Stangel Foods Inc., enterprises 
at 19th and Washington streets. In his earlier years he owned a hotel and tavern at 
East Two Creeks, a lake shipping point for grain at the turn of the century. He 
returned to Two Rivers and for many years was a machinist at Kahlenberg Bros. Co., 
during which time he served on the Two Rivers Board of Education. For a number of 
years later he worked at Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, and after moving to Manitowoc 
in 1946 was employed as a watchman at National Tinsel Co., retiring a year ago.
Mr. Kappelman married the former Lillian Messman of the Town of Two Creeks in 1902. 
She died in 1945 at Two Rivers. He married Mrs. Alvina Ording at Manitowoc Nov. 9, 
1946.
Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Raymond King of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, 
and Mrs. Bernard Sinkula of Two Rivers; four sons, William of Milwaukee and Edwin, 
Melvin and Kenneth of Two Rivers; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Carl Jergenson of Manitowoc; 
five stepsons, Edward, Harvey, Alvin, Elmer and John Ording of Manitowoc; 25 
grandchildren, 12 stepgrandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and a great step grand-
children. Two daughters, Mrs. Mabel Mandel and Mrs. Irene Olson, preceded him in 
death. He also leaves two nieces in Germany.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 2 p.m. 
Tuesday until 9:30 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be taken to the church where 
the body will lie in state after 11 a.m. to the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 2, 1962  P. 7 


HENRY KAPPELMANN SR.    (d. 1929)

PIONEER DIES SUDDENLY AT HOME TODAY
Henry Kappelmann, For Years Owner and Proprietor of Wisconsin House Is Dead
Henry Kappelmann, retired Two Rivers resident, died suddenly this morning, at 
nine o'clock at the family home, 1809 Monroe street. The deceased had been up 
and about as usual yesterday but was stricken suddenly this morning. Funeral 
services of the deceased will be held on Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock 
from the family home. Mr. Kappelmann was one of the best known pioneers of 
Two Rivers. 
He owned and operated the Wisconsin House here for years and lately disposed 
of this property. On February 16, 1927, Mr. Kappelmann and his wife, who was 
Miss Mary Habell, celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. Besides the 
widow, the deceased is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Edward Mueller of Two 
Rivers and Mrs. F.C. Johannes of Milwaukee, and one son, Herman of Two Rivers. 
Manitowoc Herald News May 27, 1929 p.13
*******
Business Man of Two Rivers Dies Suddenly Monday
Henry Kappelmann Sr., for the past fifty years a leading Two Rivers 
business man, died suddenly at 8:30 a.m. Monday, while sitting in a 
chair at his home. Death was due to heart failure. Kappelmann was 
74 years of age.
Six weeks ago he underwent a minor operation from which he had 
apparently recovered. He was born in Germany in 1855 and was an 
early Wisconsin settler. He was proprietor of the Wisconsin House 
at Two Rivers and one of the early stockholders and directors of 
the Bank of Two Rivers.
He is survived by his widow and three children.
Funeral rites will be held from the late home at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday 
and from the Lutheran church in two Rivers at 2 p.m. the Rev. W. G. 
Haase will officiate and interment will be made in Pioneer's rest.
Sheboygan Press, May 28, 1929


LILLIAN KAPPELMANN

Mrs. Henry Kappelmann, 59, died suddenly last night while she and her husband, 
School Comissioner Henry Kappelmann, were visiting at the home of their son, 
Edwin, of 1808 13th street, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Kappelmann, nee Lillian Messmann, was born in Carlton, Kewaunee county, 
in 1885 (sic) and was married to Mr. Kappelmann in 1902. The couple resided in 
Two Rivers since except for a four year span when they resided on a farm in Two 
Creeks. Their present home is 1806 18th street, Two Rivers.
Survivors are the husband, four sons, William of Milwaukee, Edwin of Two Rivers, 
Corp. Melvin, somewhere in Germany, and Pfc. Kenneth, somewhere in the Philippines; 
three daughters, Mrs. Henry Mandel, Mrs. Raymond King, both of Two Rivers, and 
Miss Bernice at home. One daughter, Mrs. Herbert Olson preceded the mother in 
death, April 3, 1933. Ten grandchildren, a brother, Henry Messmann, Schuyler, Neb., 
and a sister, Mrs. George Jergenson, Carlton, Kewaunee county, also survive.
Funeral plans will be announced tomorrow. The body is at the Klein and Stangel 
funeral home in Two Rivers where the rites will be held later in the week.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 7, 1945 P.2


MARY KAPPELMANN

OLD RESIDENT DIES THURSDAY 
Funeral of Mrs. Mary Kappelman(sic) To Be Held Saturday 
TWO RIVERS (Special)-Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Kappelman, widow of Henry 
Kappelman, pioneer business man, will be held from the Klein and Stangel, Inc., 
funeral home and St. John's Lutheran church at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon. 
The Rev. W. G. Haase will officiate. Interment will be in the family lot in 
Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
The body of the 89-year-old pioneer local resident who died early Thursday morning 
at the home of her niece, Mrs. Gust Karsten, was brought here from Milwaukee this 
noon and can be viewed at the funeral home tonight and until the hour of services.
Mrs. Kappelman leaves two daughters, Mrs. Fred Johannes of Milwaukee and Mrs. 
Edwin R. Mueller of this city, and a son, Herman Kappelman, of this city. There 
are also four grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 22, 1936  P.17 


ALBERT KASTEN

Albert Kasten, a young man 25 years of age, who lived with his parents on their 
farm about one mile north of Neshota, died of typhoid fever last Tuesday. His 
funeral took place from the Lutheran church in this city. His death is a severe 
blow to his parents and is deeply regretted by a large circle of friends and relatives.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Dec. 24, 1895
********
Typhus has claimed the life of 24 yr. old Chas. Kasten of Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Dec. 1895 
*********
(1895 Dec 17/Kasten, Albert Karl Johann/co. death index v.4 p.338)
(Birth index: Albert C Kasten, b: 28 Feb 1870, Reel: 0114, Record: 001555)
NOTE: He probably went by his middle name of Karl/Charles that was common


CARL KASTEN    (d. 1910)

Carl Kasten, one of the oldest residents of the county and a pioneer of Two 
Rivers, died Tuesday, aged 89 years. Mr. Kasten had resided at Two Rivers 
since 1868. He is survived by a widow and three daughters.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sept. 7, 1910 page 2
********
Carl Kasten died at his home in this city yesterday morning. He was one of the 
oldest settlers in the county. The deceased was born in Boltein, Germany on the 
30th day of January, 1821. He came to this city in 1868 and settled at Tannery 
where he resided for three years after which he came to the city with his family 
and has since made his home here. He was the father of one son and three daughters. 
He is survived by a wife and three daughters, Mrs. Wm. Olmstead of Chicago, Mrs. 
Theo Stolberg and Mrs. Wm. Boehringer of this city. Carl Kasten was a man who was 
always admired for his honesty and kind disposition. During his long career he 
made many warm friends and won the respect and esteem of his neighbors. Although 
feeble in recent years he was often seen on his way to visit friends and relatives. 
He was greatly devoted to his wife and she was constantly by his side. The funeral 
was held on Thursday afternoon from St. John's church.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 2, 1910
*********
50th Anniversary of Carl & Johanna Kasten
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kasten, old and most estimable residents of this city, will 
on the 28th of the present month, celebrate their golden wedding. They will not 
attempt any elaborate celebration of the anniversary but their children and 
grandchildren who reside in this city, as well as some of their more intimate 
friends and neighbors, will unite in an effort to make the occasion a pleasant 
one. The venerable couple have three daughters living, Mrs. Theo Stollberg and 
Mr. Wm Boehringer of this city and Mrs. Olmsted of Chicago.
The Chronicle, Tues., Oct. 22, 1901


CAROLINA KASTEN

Death last week of Mrs. Fred Kasten in the residence of her son-in-law, Rev.
Wm. Schlei in Collins. She was a former resident of Neshoto. Mrs. Kasten was
born 13 February 1828 in Pomerania. She leaves 5 children. The funeral was held
Thursday from the Lutheran Church in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 08 July 1909
********
Mrs. Fred Kasten, aged 81 years, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wm. 
Schlei, at Collins last Friday afternoon, after a short illness. She was a 
pioneer settler of the county, having settled with her husband who died 5 years 
ago, on a farm near Ne Shoto over forty years ago. For the past three years she 
had resided with her daughter at Collins. She was born in Germany and came to 
this country when quite a young woman. She is survived by one son, Charles, who 
resides on the old homestead, and four daughters, Mrs. Ed. Winter of Antigo, 
Mrs. Schlei of Collins, Mrs. Gottlieb Winter of this city and Mrs. Henry Hopener 
of Two Rivers. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon. Interment was in the 
cemetery at Two Rivers. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Winter of Antigo attended the funeral.
Manitowoc Pilot, July 8, 1909 


CHRISTIAN KASTEN

Name: Christian Kasten
Age: 36
Birth Year: abt 1824
Gender: Male
Birth Place: Mecklenburg
Home in 1860: Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Post Office: Neshoto
Family Number: 2116
Household Members
Name Age
Christian Kasten: 36
Christine Kasten: 37
John Kasten: 12
Charlotte Kasten: 8
August Kasten: 5
William Kasten: 3
Bertha Kasten: 4/12
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1870 Two Rivers Federal Census
Name: Christian Casten (sic)
Age in 1870: 46
Birth Year: abt 1824
Birthplace: Mecklenburg
Dwelling Number: 125
Home in 1870: Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Race: White
Gender: Male
Occupation: Farmer
Father of Foreign Birth: Y
Mother of Foreign Birth: Y
Household Members 
Name Age
Christian Casten: 46
Christina Casten: 46
August Casten: 15
Bertha Casten: 10
Henry Casten: 9
Louis Casten: 6
Fred Casten: 7
**************
Name: Christian Casten (sic)
Age: 55
Birth Date: Abt 1825
Birthplace: Mec
Home in 1880: Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Dwelling Number: 14
Race: White
Gender: Male
Relation to Head of House: Self (Head)
Marital Status: Married
Spouse's Name: Christian Casten
Father's Birthplace: Mec
Mother's Birthplace: Mec
Occupation: Farmer
Household Members: 
Name Age
Christian Casten: 55
Christian Casten: 56
Fred Casten: 14
Bertha King: 20
Lucia King: 1


CHRISTINA KASTEN

Mrs. Christianne Kasten, an old lady 71 years of age whose home of late 
years was in the city of Sheboygan, died last Wednesday and her remains 
were brought here for burial. The funeral took place last Saturday from the 
Evangelical church. Mrs. Kasten was one of the early residents of this city 
and her home was here for many years.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., June 18, 1895
*******
Death in St. Nickolas Hospital in Sheboygan of Mrs. Christiana Kasten 
on Wed. of last week. The deceased was one of the first settlers of 
Two Rivers, but for many years has been a resident of Sheboygan. Her 
casket was brought to Two Rivers and the funeral took place Sat. at 
the Ev. Church there.
Der Nord Westen, 20 June 1895 


E. FRIEDRICH KASTEN

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 22 Aug.)
Fritz Kasten, an old settler of Town Two Rivers, is dead at age 80. 
He leaves his widow, 4 daughters and a son in good circumstances. 
The funeral was held Wed. afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 25 Aug. 1904
*********
Mr. Fred Kasten(sic), an old resident of this county and one of the first settlers 
of the town of Two Rivers, died at his home near Shoto yesterday morning. He was 
77 years and 7 months old and leaves a wife, 4 daughters and one son. The funeral 
will take place from St. John Lutheran Church in this city at 2 o'clock pm tomorrow. 
He was an upright citizen and was held in high esteem by all who knew him.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Aug. 23, 1904


EMMA J. KASTEN    (d. 1908)

A 4 month old child of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Kasten died Wednesday 
afternoon, the funeral took place yesterday. Rev. C. F. Doehler 
performed the last sacred rites.
The Reporter, Sat., Sept. 12, 1908


EMMA KASTEN    (d. 1930)

MOTHER OF DR. HARRY KASTEN IS FOUND DEAD
Mrs. Otto Kasten, Sr., aged 65 years, was found dead in bed at her home this 
morning, following a stroke. Mrs. Kasten, who is the mother of Dr. Harry Kasten, 
city councilman, had been up and about as usual for the past week. Besides her 
husband she is survived by eight children.
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon from the St. John's church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, July 14, 1930 P. 13


ERNST KASTEN    (d. 1904)

Kasten - at his home in this city, February 7, 1904 of consumption, Ernst Kasten, 
aged 44 years. Deceased was a former resident of the Town of Gibson, but was 
obliged to sell his farm and give up work on account of his failing health. He 
came to this city to reside about a year and a quarter ago. He was born at 
Manitowoc in 1860. A wife and four children survive him. The funeral takes place 
from St. John Church tomorrow afternoon.
The Chronicle, Tues., Feb. 9, 1904   
*******
Ernst Kasten
birth: 14 February 1862 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 7 February 1904 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1904 Two Rivers
father: Louis Kasten
mother: Marie
spouse: Minnie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


HARRY A. KASTEN, DR. 

Harry A. (Doc) Kasten, 68, (photo) of Rt. 5, Wausau, a former Two Rivers 
optometrist and school commissioner, died early Tuesday morning at Wausau 
Memorial Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Wausau, the Rev. Theodore Schoeck officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers, after services at 1:30 p.m. Friday at 
Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Theodore Schoeck 
officiating.
Mr. Kasten was born in the Town of Gibson Oct 16, 1897 son of the late Otto 
and Emma Fischer Kasten. When he was a child the family brought him to Two 
Rivers where he attended St. John Parochial School and Two Rivers High School. 
As a young man he was employed by an optometrist at Milwaukee and where he also 
studied optometry. He returned to Two Rivers in the early 1920's and established 
a practice in the Bank of Two Rivers Building. He was active in the Lutheran 
Men's Club at Two Rivers and served two terms on the Two Rivers Board of Education.
More than 25 years ago he purchased an optometry practice at Wausau where he had 
resided since.
Besides his wife, the former Sylivia Kaufman, whom he married at Manitowoc Nov. 27, 
1930, he leaves a daughter, Rita Ann of Green Bay, a son Harry Jr., two sisters, 
Mrs. Otto Erdman, of Burlington, Wis., and Mrs. Anita Kock, of Manitowoc, three 
brothers, Otto, of Sheboygan Falls, Chester, of Clintonville and Raymond, of 
Milwaukee and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel funeral home after 7 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, January 11, 1966 P. 5
*******
[Harry August Kasten]
(16 Oct 1897/Jan 1966/SSDI)


J. M. FRIEDERICKA KASTEN

Death Sun. in Two Rivers of Mrs. Louis Karsten(sic) with her burial 
on Tues. afternoon. She was born in Germany 14 Mar. 1829 and came 
to America in 1854.
Der Nord Westen, 05 Dec. 1901
*******
The wife of Louis Kasten of this city, died last Sunday and was buried from her 
home this afternoon by Rev. Schlueter of the Southside church. She was born 
March 14, 1829 in Germany. In 1853 she was married and in 1854 came to America. 
She and her husband were for many years, prior to their coming to this city, 
about five years ago, residents of the Town of Gibson. She was the mother of 
Mrs. Ramine and Mrs. Zoerb of this city.
The Chronicle, Tues., Dec. 3, 1901
*********
Eastwin News:
Mr. Louis Kasten and wife of Dorchester, Clark Co., Wis., and Mr. Habeck of 
Peshtigo, Wis., who came down here to attend the funeral of Mrs. Louis Kasten Sr., 
whose burial took place last week, spent an afternoon with their old friends, 
Mr. and Mrs. Wm Zander.
The Chronicle, December 10, 1901
*******
Johanna Maria Das Kasten
birth: 14 March 1829 Germany
death: 30 November 1901 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1901 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: Frederick Das
spouse: Louis Kasten
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
1860 Manitowoc ward 1 census:
Ludwig Kassan(sic) age 30; Frederike 32; Frederike 6; Matilda 5; Mary 4; 
Ludwig Kassen(sic) 1
********
1870 Gibson census:
Louis Kasten age 45; Fredrica 43; Fredrica 18; Matilda 16; Mary 14; Louis 12; 
Ernst 10; Henry 5; John 10/12
********
1880 Gibson census:
Louis Kasten age 54; Fredericke 53; Mary 24; Ernst 19; Heinrich 16; John 11; 
Gr. daughter Mathilda Zorb 7; Gr son John Habert 2
********
1900 Two Rivers census:
Louis Kasten age 77; Fredericka age 71


JOHANNA KASTEN

Notes from Two Rivers:
Mrs. Johanna Kasten, aged 85, died last week Tuesday at the home of her daughter, 
Mrs. Wm Boehringer. She was a resident of Two Rivers for nearly 50 years, coming 
here from Germany. Since the death of her husband seven years ago, she made her 
home with her daughter. Deceased is survived by two other daughters, Mrs. Theo 
Stoblerg of this city and Mrs. Wm Olmstead of Chicago. The funeral took place 
Thursday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 29, 1917
**********
Having attained the age of eighty-five years and eight months, Mrs. Johanna Kasten 
reached the end of life's journey early Tuesday morning and passed away at the home 
of her daughter, Mrs. W.C. Boehringer. Decedent had been failing for the past two 
weeks from illness and weakness due to old age. She had been a resident in this 
city for the past forty-nine years coming from Germany. She made her home with her 
daughter since the death of her husband seven years ago. Deceased is survived by 
two other daughters, Mrs. Theo Stolberg of this city and Mrs. Wm Olmstead of Chicago 
and also by thirteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The funeral took 
place Thursday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church of which she was a devoted 
and life long member.
The Reporter, Fri., June 22, 1917
*********
50th Anniversary of Carl & Johanna Kasten
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kasten, old and most estimable residents of this city, will 
on the 28th of the present month, celebrate their golden wedding. They will not 
attempt any elaborate celebration of the anniversary but their children and 
grandchildren who reside in this city, as well as some of their more intimate 
friends and neighbors, will unite in an effort to make the occasion a pleasant 
one. The venerable couple have three daughters living, Mrs. Theo Stollberg and 
Mr. Wm Boehringer of this city and Mrs. Olmsted of Chicago.
The Chronicle, Tues., Oct. 22, 1901


KURT J. KASTEN

Kurt Kasten, 78, of 1709-12th St., Two Rivers, retired longtime employe of 
Plant No. 1 of Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers, died early Thursday morning at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient two days.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, at St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. T. F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Kasten was born Nov. 7, 1892, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Ernest 
and Minnie Holtger Kasten. After attending the district school in the township 
he was nine when the family brought him to Two Rivers where he attended St. John 
Parochial School. Mr. Kasten in his earlier years was a stationary engineer in 
the operation of the old Plant No. 1, Rolling Mill. He later was a machinist for 
the company which he served for 48 years, retiring two years ago. He was a member 
of the 25-Year Club of the Mirro Co.
Besides his wife, the former Sophie Hanstedt, whom he married Aug. 5, 1918, at 
Two Rivers, he leaves four daughters, Mrs. Herbert Eiermann and Mrs. Paul Waskow 
of Two Rivers, Mrs. Leo Petrashek of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and Mrs. Arthur Jorsch of 
Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Esther Potts, of Sacramento, Calif.; a brother, Hugo of 
Two Rivers and nine grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels after 3 p.m. Friday until 11 
a.m. Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie 
in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 26, 1961  P.21
********
[Kurt John Kasten]
********
The marriage of Kurt Kasten and Miss Sophia Henstedt took place last week Monday 
at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Henstedt, Rev. Doehler 
performing the ceremony. A large number of friends and relatives were present at 
the festivities which closed with a social dance at the American Hall. The groom 
left recently for an army cantonment but was returned home on account of defective 
vision. The couple will reside with the groom's mother, Mrs. Minnie Kasten on the 
Southside.
The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 15, 1918


LOUIS KASTEN    (no more information)

The Old Timers column will be continued as long as we find the persons who have 
a vivid recollection of the early days and who are entitled to recognition as 
Old Timers by having lived in this vicinity previous to 1856.
OLD TIMERS
One of the oldest hunters in the county, if not the oldest, is Mr. Louis Kasten 
of Two Rivers. He was an enthusiastic hunter in this vicinity for over fifty years. 
From the time when the deer mingled with the cattle on his farm near Mishicot and 
bears and wolves hung menacingly around, until a few years ago he has managed every 
year to bag considerable game, consisting of wild fowl, otter, mink, pigeons, deer, 
etc. He also always found great delight in fishing. And even now at the advanced 
age of eighty-eight years, he still frequently goes a fishing.
He came to Mecklenberg, Swerine, Germany in 1854 and settled at Manitowoc where he 
worked as a mason and plasterer for several years, helping erect the old court house 
among other buildings. He bought a farm near Mishicot after a few years, paying $500 
for it. About five years later, he sold it for $2800 and bought another in Gibson. 
For the past twelve years he has resided with his niece, Mrs. John Mertens on 22nd 
street. His health is first class. He goes about with the agility of a healthy man 
of middle age, is a great joker, a hearty eater and delights in telling of his hunting 
experiences. The otter and mink skins which he obtained brought him as high as $8.50 
and $4.00 respectively.
Game laws did not interfere in the early days and venison was generally to be had while 
wild ducks were in abundance on the small lakes and rivers. He sometimes shot deer 
grazing among his cattle. And wild pigeons were very numerous especially in fall. For 
days the sun would almost be obscured by them as they flew over from across Lake Michigan. 
They came from Point au Sauble, the shortest distance across was to this point. They 
suddenly disappeared, almost entirely. Today none remain whatever, except only one which 
survives as a curiosity in the zoological garden in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Mr. Kasten claims that only thirty-five years ago fourteen deer were seen in one herd 
on the farm of Henry Levenhagen at Mishicot and he shot one of them. The farm which he 
owned at Gibson he sold to his son about twenty years ago. His wife has been dead eleven 
years. He bids fair to live to a very old age. He is possessed of much ambition and 
enthusiasm for a man so old.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 25, 1913
**********
OLD SETTLERS CALLED
Of the thirty "old timers" of whom the Reporter published a short biography within 
the past year, but two have so far passed away, although some of them are over 90 
years of age. The first to be called was Philip Schaefer last spring and now jolly 
Louis Kasten at the age of 88 years and ten months has answered the call. 
Mr. Kasten resided in the county for the past 60 years. He was an enthusiastic 
hunter in this vicinity for over fifty years. From the time when the deer mingled 
with the cattle on his farm near Mishicot and bears and wolves hung menacingly 
around until a few years ago he has managed every year to bag considerable game, 
consisting of wild fowl, otter, mink, pigeons, deer, etc. He always found great 
delight in fishing. And even at the advanced age of 89 years, he still frequently 
went a fishing.
He came from Mecklenberg, Swerine, Germany in 1854 and settled in Manitowoc where 
he worked as a mason and plasterer for several years helping erect the old court 
house among other buildings. He bought a farm near Mishicot after a few years paying 
$500 for it. About five years later he sold it for $2890 and bought another in Gibson. 
For the past twelve years he has resided with his granddaughter, Mrs. John Mertens 
on 22nd St. The funeral occurred Tuesday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church 
of which he was a member. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Habeck and Mrs. Remin 
and one son, Louis Kasten of Wausau.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 10, 1914
**********
1860 Manitowoc ward 1 census:
Ludwig Kassan(sic) age 30; Frederike 32; Frederike 6; Matilda 5; Mary 4; 
Ludwig Kassen(sic) 1
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1870 Gibson census:
Louis Kasten age 45; Fredrica 43; Fredrica 18; Matilda 16; Mary 14; Louis 12; 
Ernst 10; Henry 5; John 10/12
********
1880 Gibson census:
Louis Kasten age 54; Fredericke 53; Mary 24; Ernst 19; Heinrich 16; John 11; 
Gr. daughter Mathilda Zorb 7; Gr son John Habert 2
*******
1900 Two Rivers census:
Louis Kasten age 77; Fredericka age 71
********
(Note: I believe this is the Loui no more information because he is
on the same lot with J.M. Friedericka Kasten)


LOUIS KASTEN    (d. 1875)

Death of Louis Kasten (no date shown) of injuries from a bad fall last 
week in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 08 July 1875
*********
TWO RIVERS,-The Chronicle says:
Louis Kasten, the man who was so seriously injured, by a fall, at the tub and 
pail factory, died on Wednesday from the effects. He was buried on Thursday, 
the boys of the Fire Department acting as pall bearers.
Manitowoc Tribune, Thursday, July 8, 1875 P. 3


MINNIE KASTEN

Mrs. Ernst Kasten, 88, of 1709 12th street, Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon 
at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John Lutheran church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. W. G. Haese officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest 
cemetery.
She was born Minnie Holter in 1860 on a farm in the town of Two Rivers and was 
married to Mr. Kasten 61 years ago. After residing on a farm in Gibson for 20 
years they moved to Two Rivers. Mr. Kasten died a year later. 
Surviving are two sons, Kurt and Hugo of Two Rivers, brother, August of Klondike, 
Wis.; sister, Mrs. Walter Houghton of this city; 11 grandchildren and six great-
grandchildren.
The body may be viewed after 7 o'clock this evening at the Klein and Stangel Inc. 
funeral home, Two Rivers. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 28, 1948  P. 2


OTTO KASTEN SR.    (d. 1931)

OTTO KASTEN DEATH TODAY
Ailments of the Last Year Prove Fatal
Otto Kasten, Sr., died at the municipal hospital at 2:30 this morning from 
complications from which he has been ailing for the past year.
Mr. Kasten was born in Stetin, Germany, on June 9, 1860, and came to this 
country, with his parents, in 1863 where they settled on a farm in the town 
of Gibson. In 1882 he was married to Emma Fisher who preceded him in death 
a year ago. The couple moved to this city thirty two years ago where they 
have lived since.
Mr. Kasten has been employed at the Eggers Veneer Seating company for 30 years 
and had charge of the stock veneer for the past 28 years.
He is survived by eight children and ten grand children and two brothers. The 
daughters are Mrs. John Mueller of this city, Mrs. Adolph Erdman of Milwaukee 
and Mrs. Hans Kock of Manitowoc. The sons are Walter of Alabama, Harry, Otto, 
and Raymond of this city, and Chester of Clintonville. The brothers are Albert 
of Manitowoc and William of Wayside.
The funeral will be held from the St. Johns Lutheran church Thursday afternoon 
at two o'clock with the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Burial will be at Pioneers 
Rest.
Manitowoc Evening Times, Monday, July 27, 1931 P.5


SOPHIE KASTEN

Mrs. Sophia Kasten, 84, formerly of 1709-12th St., Two Rivers, died late Tuesday 
morning, January 27, at Hamilton Memorial Home where she had resided the past 
seven years.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Martin Scheele will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Kasten, nee Sophia Hanstedt, was born July 6, 1897(sic), at Hartmand, Wis., 
daughter of the late Henry and Ida Schmidt Hanstedt. She attended a district 
school at Bonduel and was married to Kurt J. Kasten Aug. 5, 1918, at Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death Jan. 26, 1961. Mrs. Kasten had been employed with Mirro 
Corporation a number of years.
Survivors include four daughters and sons-in-law, Verna and Herbert Eisermann, 
Hazel and Leo Petrashek and Carol and Paul Waskow of Two Rivers and Violet and 
Arthur Jorsch of Manitowoc; two brothers, Walter of Route 2, Two Rivers, and 
Bernard of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Weber and Mrs. Milton (Minnie) 
Harmon of Manitowoc and Mrs. Anna Pearcy of Charleston, Ill., nine grandchildren 
and 15 great grandchildren. A sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5 o'clock to 8 
o'clock this Wednesday evening and at the church after 9 a.m. until the time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, January 28, 1981 p.3
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(b. 6 July 1896/d. Jan. 1981/SSDI)
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The marriage of Kurt Kasten and Miss Sophia Henstedt took place last week Monday 
at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Henstedt, Rev. Doehler 
performing the ceremony. A large number of friends and relatives were present at 
the festivities which closed with a social dance at the American Hall. The groom 
left recently for an army cantonment but was returned home on account of defective 
vision. The couple will reside with the groom's mother, Mrs. Minnie Kasten on the 
Southside.
The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 15, 1918


SYLVIA L. KASTEN

Mrs. Sylvia Kasten, 59, of Rt. 5, Wausau, died there Monday.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Friday at Jens Fuenral Home and at 9 a.m. 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. John S. Landowski 
will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Kasten, the former Sylvia Kaufmann, was born Dec. 30, 1906, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Frank and Katie Jost Kaufmann. She was educated at St. 
Boniface Parochial School, Manitowoc, and was married to Dr. Harry Kasten, an 
optometrist, Nov. 27, 1930 at Manitowoc. The couple located at Wausau. He died 
in January of this year.
She is survived by a daughter, Rita Ann, of Green Bay; a son, Harry A., of San 
Jose, Calif.; a sister, Mrs. Fred Nennig, of Cleveland and two grandchildren. 
A sister and a brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thrusday where at 7:30 p.m. 
the Rosary will be recited.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, October 12, 1966 P. 18


BERNARD KAUFMAN

Former Resident Dead
Bernard Kaufman, former resident of this city, died at Kellybrook, 
Wisconsin, Sunday night. The body will be shipped to Two Rivers and 
will be buried from Grace Congregational church Wednesday afternoon. 
Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery. 
Mr. Kaufman was born in this city fifty-two years ago and moved to 
Kellybrook ten years ago. He is survived by his wife; two daughters, 
Orphie and Violet; two sons, Berlin and Orin; four brothers, Frank 
and Nic of this city, Joseph of Bessemer and John of Ludington; and 
one sister, Mrs. Helen Rumpf of this city. 
Manitowoc Herald News,  Tuesday, April 14, 1925
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Bernard Kaufman who was a native of this city and resided here until ten years 
ago, died at his home at Kelleybrook, Wis., on Sunday, a victim of pleuro-
pneumonia, aged 52 years. The body was brought to this city Wednesday afternoon. 
The funeral was held from the home of Nic Kaufman, brother of the deceased, 
Seventeenth St., with service at Grace Congregational Church, Rev. T.A. Hawkes 
officiating.
Deceased was well known here and was beloved by all for his noble traits. He 
conducted a farm at Kelleybrook. 25 years ago he was married to Miss Alma Kiefer 
of that place. Besides his widow he leaves two daughters and two sons, Berlin, 
Orin, Orpha and Violet of Kelleybrook. Four brothers survive him, Frank and Nic 
of this city, Joseph of Bessemer and John of Ludington and one sister, Mrs. 
Helen Rumpf of this city.
The Reporter, Fri., Apr. 17, 1925


CAROLINE KAUFMAN

Died
KAUFMANN
At her home in this city, Saturday evening, March 7, 1896, Caroline Kaufmann, aged 
73 years and 7 months. Deceased was born in Unterliba, Westphalia, August 16, 1822. 
Her maiden name was Carolina Meyer. She was married twice, her first husband being 
Valentiine Kaufman, with whom she had several children, but only three, however, are 
now living, Louis, George and Charles.
Sometime after the death of her first husband, she was married to John Boehringer, but 
was subsequently legally separated from him and she resumed the name of Kaufmann. 
One son, Wm Boehringer, our Police Justice, was the result of her second marriage. She 
was one of the first settlers of Two Rivers, coming here as early as 1847 and was universally 
esteemed. Mrs. B. Wilkens of this city and Mrs. F. Detloff of Ahnapee are sisters of the 
deceased. Her funeral takes place tomorrow afternoon from the Lutheran church of which 
she was a life long and consistent member.
Manitowoc County Chronicle – Mar. 10, 1896 
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Louis Kaufman of Escanaba and Charles Kaufman of Jordan, Minn., were called here by the 
death of their mother which took place last Saturday. Their brother George, being in 
Mt. Clemens receiving medical treatment was unable to come.
Manitowoc County Chronicle – Mar. 10, 1896
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Death in Two Rivers of Mrs. Carolina Kaufmann at the age of 
73 yrs. 7 mos. The deceased was born in Unterliba, Westphalia, 
and came to America in 1847, settling in Two Rivers where she 
has remained ever since. The burial took place yesterday 
afternoon from the Lutheran Church in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 12 Mar. 1896


ELMA KAUFMAN

Mrs. Elma Kaufman, 75, a former resident of Two Rivers who had been 
living in Milwaukee for a number of years, died Wednesday night at 
a Milwaukee hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Klein & Stangel 
Inc, Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. M. J. Roehrdanz, pastor of 
Emanuel Evangelical United Brethren Church, Two Rivers, officiating. 
Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. The casket 
will be brought to Two Rivers Saturday morning from the Prasser 
Funeral Home, Milwaukee. 
Mrs. Kaufman, nee Elma Kiefer, was born at Kellybrook, Oconto County, 
in 1879, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Kiefer. When she 
was a child, the family came to Two Rivers where she was married to 
Bernard Kaufman, a member of one of the city's earliest families, a 
son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Franz Kaufman. Mr. Kaufman died at 
Kellybrook about 30 years ago. 
Surviving are two sons, Berlin Kaufman of Kellybrook and Orrin Kaufman 
of Milwaukee; two daughters; a sister, Mrs. Gladys Kiefer of Green Bay; 
and two brothers, Arthur of Green Bay and Edwin Kiefer of Neenah.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, October 29, 1954
 

FRANK KAUFMAN

Frank Kaufman, Owner of Game Preserve, Dies
Frank Kaufman, 83, 2309 Jefferson street, Two Rivers, owner of a 
game preserve north of that city which at one time was stocked 
with more than 400 deer, died early today.
Mr. Kaufman, retired superintendent of the Hamilton Manufacturing 
Company, had been in ill health several years. 
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Beduhn 
funeral home under Masonic rites. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery. 
Built Game Preserve
Mr. Kaufman was long prominent in state conservation circles and 
spent many years building up his game preserve following his 
retirement from his position with the Hamilton company. The game 
preserve embraces hundreds of acres along the Lake Michigan shore. 
Part of this property was sold to the state a few years ago and now 
constitutes a part of the Point Beach State Forest. 
Mr. Kaufman was born in Two Rivers in 1860, a son of Franz and 
Catherine Kaufman. His father was the first marshal in Two Rivers. 
When a young man, he entered the employ of the Hamilton company, 
becoming a foreman in 1887. Later he advanced to the position of 
general superintendent which he held for 30 years. 
He retired in 1945 after 48 years with the company. 
Mr. Kaufman developed his hobby for conservation in 1914 when he 
acquired much land north of Two Rivers and stocked the thousands 
of acres with deer. He built fences and guarded the preserve so 
well that the deer multiplied rapidly. In 1938, he told 525 acres 
to the state and donated 100 acres to form the nucleus of Point 
Beach State Forest. 
Mr. Kaufman was a leading mover in the establishment of Neshotah 
park in Two Rivers. He acquired the property from a Milwaukee real 
estate broker and then made possible its acquirement as a city park 
and recreation spot.
Active Citizen 
He always took an active interest in civic affairs and in 1902 was 
named to the Board of Education, serving 10 years. 
In 1883, Mr. Kaufman married Miss Sophia Hammel of Two Rivers. She 
and a brother, Joseph Kaufman of Ludington, are the only survivors. 
A daughter, Mrs. Raymond Schneider, died five years ago.
He was a member of the Masonic lodge in Two Rivers since 1896 and 
held several offices in the order. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 18, 1943


NICK KAUFMAN

From Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1895:
Death in Two Rivers on Mon. evening of the son of Nic Kaufmann 
of diphtheria. He was ill only 3 days.


SOPHIE KAUFMAN

Mrs. Sophia Kaufman, 83, 2309 Jefferson street, Two Rivers, widow 
of Frank Kaufman, widely known conservationist, died at the Municipal 
hospital at seven o'clock Thursday night after a short illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Beduhn funeral 
home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Donald Mills, pastor of Grace Congregational 
church, officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. 
Born in Two Rivers 83 years ago, Mrs. Kaufman, nee Sophia Hammel, was 
a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Ernst Hammel. 
A sister, Mrs. William R. Kahlenberg of Two Rivers, is the only survivor.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 19, 1946 


FRANK KAUFMANN    (d. 1918)

Notes from Two Rivers:
Frank Kaufman(sic), aged 34, died from influenza on Friday. He is survived by 
his wife and two children. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Grey 
officiated.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 12, 1918
********
Robust and healthy, a man of great physical strength, Frank B. Kaufman(sic), 
aged 34, succumbed Friday to pneumonia which developed from influenza. He seemed 
to be recovering but a relapse set in and he was unable to withstand the second 
attack. He leaves a widow and two little daughters, Fern and Iris, his parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Nic Kaufman, two brothers, Walter and Fred and two sisters, Mrs. 
Chas. Mueller and Mrs. Jos. Dennis. The Moose lodge of which deceased was a 
member had charge of the funeral services Tuesday afternoon, Rev. A.D. Grey 
officiating.
The Reporter, Thurs., Dec. 12, 1918


HARY KAUFMANN

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 20 Feb.)
A 9-mo. old child of John Kaufmann has died and was buried Sun. 
afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 23 Feb. 1905
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(Henry on death index)


JOHN KAUFMANN    (d. 1899)

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 18 Feb.)
A 5-mo. old son of John Kaufmann died here recently and will be buried today.
Der Nord Westen, 23 Feb. 1899


SON OF JOHN KAUFMANN

Diphtheria took the life Fri. night of the 
5-yr. old son of John Kaufmann in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 30 Nov. 1905
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(death would have been Fri. 24 Nov.
(Death index: 1905 Nov 24/Kaufman, Norman Willie George/co. death index. v.7 p.397)
(Birth index: Norman Kaufmann, b: 01 Jun 1901, Reel: 0121  Record: 001391)


JOHN KAUFMANN    (d. 1938)

The body of John Kaufman(sic), 70, member of one of Two River's pioneer families, 
who died Thursday at Ludington, Mich., where he lived for the past 32 years, 
was brought to Two Rivers this afternoon and funeral services will be held 
Monday.
Kaufman was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Franz Kaufman, the first village marshal 
at Two Rivers and early blacksmith. He was a brother of Frank Kaufman, veteran 
conservationist.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon from the Klein and Stangel Inc. 
Funeral Home where the body may be viewed until the time of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, Jan. 22, 1938 page 17


LEONA KAUFMANN

Funeral services for Miss Leone Kauffman, 77, of Adrian, Mich., a native of 
Two Rivers, who died Tuesday in an Adrian hospital, were at 1:30 p.m. Thursday 
in that city. Graveside services and burial will be held Saturday in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Miss Kauffman was born at Two Rivers in 1893, a daughter of the late John and 
Pauline Winters Kauffman. When she was a young girl, her family moved to 
Ludington, Mich. Later she took up her residence at Adrian where she operated 
a millinery and dress shop for many years until her retirement.
Survivors include a number of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, has charge of the local arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 15, 1970


LOUISE KAUFMANN

Mr. and Mrs. N. Kaufmann lost a little daughter, two years of age last week.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Nov. 22, 1892  
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[Louisa]


MARY KAUFMANN

MRS. KAUFMAN (sic) DIES, HOSPITAL, SUNDAY MORN 
Mrs. Nic Kaufman died at the Holy Family hospital at 10:30 Sunday morning, 
her demise following an operation for gallstones which she underwent a short 
time ago and from which she failed to recuperate. The funeral will be held 
Wednesday afternoon with services at the home at 1:30 and at 2 o'clock from 
Grace Congregational church, Rev. Hawkes officiating. Burial will be at 
Pioneers Rest.
Mrs. Kaufman was born at New Denmark, Brown county, May 23, 1858 and was 
married January 1, 1883, her name before marriage having been Mary Kieffer. 
The family immediately came to Two Rivers to live and have always made their 
home here since. Surviving are the husband and four children, five children 
having preceded the mother in death. The children are Mrs. Mae Dennis and 
Mrs. Carrie Miller of this city, Fred of Ripon and Walter of this city. Four 
brothers, Adam, Albert, Edwin and Arthur Kieffer, all of Lena. four sisters, 
Mrs. Caroline Thompson of California, Mrs. Richard Zander, this city, Mrs. 
Bernard Kamman, St. Francis and Miss Gladys Kieffer, together with four 
grandchildren and one great grandchild also survive her. 
Manitowoc Herald News, April 11, 1927  P. 6


PAULINA KAUFMANN

Mrs. John Kaufmann of this city, died last Saturday evening of typhoid fever, 
after nursing four of her children through the disease. Her death is a peculiarly 
sad and unfortunate one.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Mar. 16, 1897
********
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 15 Mar.)
Wheelmaker Johannes Kaufmann, has had an unfortunate year. First his 
children fell ill with typhus and were bedridden for months, then his 
wife contracted the disease and died. She will be buried tomorrow in 
the Lutheran Cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Mar. 1897


RALPH KAUFMANN

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 14 Mar.)
Burial this afternoon, during the terrible snow storm, of the 
youngest daughter, age 4, of Nic Kaufmann. The service was 
conducted by the Pastor of the Evangelical Church. Miss Ella 
Kieser of Chicago was here for the funeral. She is a sister 
of Mrs. Kaufmann. Mrs. Kaufmann's brother, Adam Kieser of 
Kelley Brook, Oconto County, also attended.
Der Nord Westen, 17 Mar. 1904 
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(Note: This may be Ralph Kaufmann in cem. 89A. The year and age 
match but the obit says a daughter. The newspaper might be in error./
1900 census, Two Rivers:  Nic Kaufmann (41), wife Mary (42). 9 births, 
6 children living and at home, 4 boys, 2 girls. The youngest was 
"Ralph Kaufmann", born Mar 1899...age 1 yr./Death notice should have said, 
"youngest child", not youngest daughter.)


VALENTINE KAUFMANN

In Probate.
State of Wisconsin, Manitowoc County, ss.
In the matter of the Estate of Valentine Kaufman(sic), deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Caroline Kaufman of the town 
of Two Rivers, in the county of Manitowoc, and state of Wisconsin, 
representing among other things that Valentine Kaufman, late of 
said town, deceased, on the 8th day of June, A.D. 1863, at his 
residence in said town died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and 
estate within this county; and that she, the said petitioner, is 
the widow of said deceased; and praying that administration of said 
estate be granted unto G. Damler and Bernard Wilkeirs of the village 
and town of Two Rivers, It is Ordered, That said application be heard 
before me, at my office, in the village of Manitowoc, on the 27th 
day of July A.D. 1863 at 10 o'clock AM. And it is Further Ordered, 
That notice of said application and hearing be given by publsihing a 
copy of this order for three successive weeks, once in each week, in 
the Manitowoc Pilot a newspaper printed in said County prior to said 
hearing.
Henry S. Pierpont, Count Judge.
Dated June 15, 1863
Manitowoc Pilot, Friday, July 10, 1863 P. 3
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Manitowoc County Court-In Probate.
State of Wisconsin, Manitowoc County, ss.
In the matter of the estate of Valentine Kaufman, deceased.
ON this 23d day of Febraury A.D. 1865 upon reading and filing the 
petition of Caroline Berringer, stating that Valentine Kaufman of the 
county of Manitowoc, died intestate on or about the 8th day of June 
1863, and praying that Gottlieb Damler be appointed administrator of 
the estate of said deceased. It is ordered, that said application be 
heard before me, at the Probate Office in the village of Manitowoc, 
on the 20th day of March A.D. 1865, at 10 o'clock A.M. And it is 
further ordered, that notice of said application and hearing be given 
by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks, once in 
each week, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper printed in said village, 
prior to said hearing. By the Court.
Geo. W. Barker, County Judge.
Dated February 23, 1865
Manitowoc Pilot, Friday, March 3, 1865 P. 3


WALTER KAUFMANN

Walter A. Kaufmann, 88, of 1418 Washington St., Two Rivers, died 
early Thursday morning at Two Rivers Community Hospital, Two Rivers. 
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin 
Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. The Rev. David Hansen will officiate 
with burial in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Kaufmann was born March 31, 1888, at Two Rivers, son of the late 
Nicholas and Mary Kiefer Kaufmann. He attended Two Rivers public 
schools and operated a novelty store on 16th Street in Two Rivers 
until his retirement. Mr. Kaufmann was a World War I veteran and a 
member of Robert E. Burns Post No. 165, Two Rivers. 
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Joseph Demms, of Two Rivers, three 
nephews and a niece.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 9 a.m. 
until the time of service. Memorials may be to the American Legion. 
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, January 27, 1977


WILHELMINE KAUFMANN

Name: Kaufmann, Wilhelmina Dorothea
D.: 8/21/1876
B.: 5/8/1854
Reg. D.: 12/29/1876
Sex: F/W
Age at Death:
B.P.: T.R.
D.P.: T.R.
Cem.:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. C. Jaeger
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.216
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(Note: The 1860 and 1870 censuses both show only one Wilhelmina Kaufmann:
on the 1860 Two Rivers city census is: 
V. Kaufmann age 44; Caroline age 34; Henry age 12; Frederick age 10; George age 8; 
Wilhelmina age 5; Louis age 2.
On the 1870 census is Caroline age 43, no husband listed and Henry age 23; Fred age 21; 
George 19; Mena age 16 (Wilhelmina?); Louis age 11; Charles age 6; William age 3.
All spelled Kauffman, there was a large Kauffman family next door but no Wilhelmina.
********
It appears the stone was mis-read, as the dates in the transcription do not match
the record we have of her, or there is another Wilhelmine we haven't found yet.


ALBERT C. KEIP

Hurts Fatal to Albert C. Keip of Two Rivers
TWO RIVERS-Albert C. Keip, 56, of 1018 Hawthorne St., a driver for the Two 
Rivers Beverage Co. here for the past 19 years, died unexpectedly at 1:30 p.m. 
Friday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. He sustained a broken pelvic bone in 
a fall from the ladder at the plant Tuesday afternoon and was taken to the 
hospital in the City Emergency Vehicle.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home and at 2 p.m. at Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Rev. M. W. Oechler 
officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Keip was born Sept. 13, 1906 at Seneca Corners, Wis., son of the late Fred 
and Minnie Ahrndt Keip. When he was a child the family brought him to Two Rivers. 
Several years later he moved with the family to Columbus, Wis., where he attended 
school and at 10 he came to Two Rivers where he resided since. He married the 
former Margaret Millgard at Two Rivers Sept. 21, 1927.
Since 1943 he had been employed as a diver for Two Rivers Beverage Co. He was a 
member of the Two Rivers Aerie of Eagles since its establishment here.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. William Christoffel of Two Rivers; 
four sisters, Mrs. Joseph Cummings of Appleton, Mrs. Anna Miller of New London and 
Mrs. Arthur Boelte and Mrs. Edward Dallman of Two Rivers; three brothers, Fred of 
Rt. 2, Two Rivers, Edward F. and twin brothers, Alvin of Two Rivers and four 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 19, 1963  P. 7 


EDWARD F. KEIP

Edward F. Keip, age 91, of 3610 Adams St. Two Rivers, died this Thursday morning, 
at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, at the Calvary Evangelical 
Lutheran Church Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sullivan will be officiating, with 
burial in Pioneer Rest Cemetery in Two rivers.
He was born May 16, 1901, in Wood County, son of the late Fred and Minnie Ahrndt 
Keip. He attended school in Wood County. On June 6, 1923, he was married to Sylvia 
Wegner in Two Rivers. She preceded him in death in 1960. On September 1, 1962, he 
was married to Eva E. Mosuch in Two Rivers. He was a member of Calvary Lutheran 
Church, and was employed at Mirro Aluminum for 44 years retiring in 1966, as chief 
engineer. He served in the U.S. Navy, was a former member of the Police and Fire 
Commission for 9 years, was a past member of the Executive Council of Wisconsin 
Conservation Congress of which he was vice-chairman and later chairman for 30 
years. He was a former undersheriff and deputy sheriff of Manitowoc County. He was 
a avid fisherman and hunter. He was an honory (sic) lifetime member of the Two 
Rivers Fish and Game Association, Manitowoc Fish and Game Association, and the 
Reedsville Sportsmans Club. He was the recipient of the local Izaak Walton Guido 
Rahr Diamond Award and was enshrined in the Manitowoc County Conservationist Hall 
of Fame in March of 1992. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge.
Suvivors (sic) include his wife, Eva of Two Rivers; a daughter and son-in-law, Betty 
and Patrick Gonia of Two Rivers; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Dolores Keip of Two Rivers; 
a step-son and daughter-in-law, William and Eileen Mosuch of Two Rivers; three step-
daughters and two step-sons-in-law, Carol and Kenneth Nystrom, Donna Loeser all of 
Two Rivers, Lois and Norman Gagnon of Oshkosh; one brother, Alvin Keip of Two Rivers; 
nine grandchildren; twelve step-grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and 20 step-
great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Edward H. in 1975, four 
sisters, and five brothers.
Friends may call at the Deja-Martin Funeral Chapels from 5-8 p.m. Friday evening, 
and after 10 a.m. Saturday at the church.
Herald Times Reporter, August 6, 1992 P. A2
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(16 May 1901/6 Aug. 1992/SSDI)
*********
Marriage of Edward/Sylvia Keip
Wedding bells peeled forth Wednesday afternoon and called to the marriage altar, 
Miss Sylvia Wagner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Wagner and Edward F. Keip, son 
of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Keip of Columbus, Wisconsin. In the presence of a large 
congregation of friends and relatives, Rev. W.G. Haase performed the marriage 
ceremony. Attending the couple were Miss Alma Auermann and Henry Schmidt. The 
bride looked beautiful in a dress of white satin and veil of tulle, carrying a 
bouquet of roses and sweet peas.  The ceremony over, the wedding party of friends 
and relatives repaired to the home of the bride where the event was celebrated in 
pleasant sociability and a sumptuous wedding dinner served. The groom is employed 
in the aluminum industry. He formerly served in the navy. The bride is a young 
lady of commendable traits of womanhood and the Reporter united with many in happy 
felicitations.
The Reporter, Fri., June 8, 1923


EVELYN KEIP

Mrs. Fred Keip, 70, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died Wednesday morning at Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital. She had been a patient at the hospital the past 
four weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Calvary Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, the Rev. Ralph Backman officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Keip, the former Evelyn Klatt, was born Oct. 19, 1898, at Milwaukee, a 
daughter of the late George and Susan Reichel Klatt. She came to Two Rivers 
from Milwaukee with her parents in 1904.
She was married to Fred Keip May 10, 1919 at Junction City, Kan. She was a 
past president of Robert E. Burns Legion Post auxiliary and was a member of 
the Women of the Church of Calvary Church.
Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Mrs. Ivan (Elaine) Belonger 
and Mrs. Roger (Jean) Kimmes of Two Rivers and Mrs. Walter (Vivian) Krause 
of Newark N.Y.; one son, Fred, Jr. of Berkeley, Calif.; four sisters, Mrs. 
Ethel Marx of Milwaukee, Miss Olive Klatt of Manitowoc, Mrs. Jerry Pok of 
Two Rivers and Mrs. Melvin Van Eycke of Valders; one brother, Burton Klatt 
of Two Rivers; 19 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Thursday 
until 10:30 a.m. Friday when the body will be taken to the church where it 
will lie in state from 11 a.m. until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 8, 1969  P. 28 
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(19 Oct 1898/Oct 1969/SSDI)


FRED KEIP

Fred Keip Sr., 88, of the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died Friday 
evening, December 13, at the Home. Funeral services will be 11 am Monday at 
Calvary Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate and 
burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Keip was born March 16, 1897 in Wood County, Wisconsin, son of the late 
Fred and Minnie Ahrendt Keip. He served in the United States Army during World 
War I. He married Evelyn Klatt on May 10, 1919 at Junction City, Kansas. She 
preceded him in death on October 8, 1969. Mr. Keip worked at Mirro Corporation 
for well over 30 years, retiring 23 years ago.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Fred Jr. and Margaret Keip of 
Pacific Grove, California; three daughters and sons-in-law, Elaine and Ivan 
Belonger of Two Rivers, Vivian and Walter Krause of Newark, New York and Jean 
and Roger Kimmes of Two Rivers; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Ed and Eva 
Keip of Two Rivers and Alvin Keip of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Alma Dallmann 
of New Braunfels, Texas; 20 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. He was 
preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters. 
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 6 pm to 
9 pm Sunday and from 10 am Monday to the time of services at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Dec. 15, 1985 page 3
********
[Fred Frank Keip, Sr.]
(16 Mar. 1897/Dec. 1985/SSDI)


MARGARET KEIP

Mrs. Margaret E. Keip, 74, of 1018 Hawthorne Ave., Two Rivers, died Monday 
morning, Dec. 13, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Calvary Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Keip was born March 11, 1906, at Ludington, Mich., daughter of the late 
William and Martha Millgard. She was married to Albert C. Keip, Sept. 21, 1927, 
at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death Jan. 18, 1963. Mrs. Keip worked for many 
years in the office at Clarksen Insurance Agnecy, Two Rivers.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Darlene and William Christoffel of 
Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Louise Wheeler of Phoenix, Ariz., six grandchildren, 
Mrs. Gary (Lori) Marit of Algoma, Mrs. Michael (Cathy) Luebke of Two Rivers, Wayne, 
Paul, Cheryl and Alene Christoffel of Two Rivers, and seven great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 6 p.m. 
Tuesday and at the church Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, December 13, 1982 P. 3
********
(11 Mar 1908/Dec 1982/SSDI)


SYLVIA F. KEIP

Mrs. Edward F. Keip (photo), 58, of ?705 23rd St, Two Rivers, a past 
president of the Robert E. Burns Post 165, American Legion Auxiliary, 
and active in numerous women's organizations, died at 1 am Monday at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital after being stricken with a cerebral 
hemorrhage at her home Sunday morning. Funeral services will be at 
2 pm Wednesday at Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. Carl Ipsen officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Keip, nee Sylvia Wegner, was born Jan. 7, 1902, at Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late John and Augusta Schwarz Wegner. She attended 
Two Rivers schools. She was married June 6, 1922 to Edward F. Keip 
at Two Rivers. Besides serving as a president of the American Legion 
Auxiliary, which she served earlier as secretary and treasurer, she 
was a member of the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Auxiliary and the 
United Lutheran Church Women. Besides her husband [survivors omitted 
for privacy]. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, after 3 pm Tuesday until 11 am Wednesday when the casket 
will be taken to the church where the body will lie in state until 
the time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 19, 1960
*********
Marriage of Edward/Sylvia Keip
Wedding bells peeled forth Wednesday afternoon and called to the marriage altar, 
Miss Sylvia Wagner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Wagner and Edward F. Keip, son 
of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Keip of Columbus, Wisconsin. In the presence of a large 
congregation of friends and relatives, Rev. W.G. Haase performed the marriage 
ceremony. Attending the couple were Miss Alma Auermann and Henry Schmidt. The 
bride looked beautiful in a dress of white satin and veil of tulle, carrying a 
bouquet of roses and sweet peas.  The ceremony over, the wedding party of friends 
and relatives repaired to the home of the bride where the event was celebrated in 
pleasant sociability and a sumptuous wedding dinner served. The groom is employed 
in the aluminum industry. He formerly served in the navy. The bride is a young 
lady of commendable traits of womanhood and the Reporter united with many in happy 
felicitations.
The Reporter, Fri., June 8, 1923


ANNA KELLERMANN

Mrs. Joseph Kellerman (sic), 67, of 2214-13th St, Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
of a cerebral hemorrhage at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital about 3 p.m. Saturday. 
She was stricken about an hour earlier at home.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers, the rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Kellerman, nee Anna Kock (sic) was born Nov. 1, 1893, at Hamburg, Germany, 
daughter of the late Otto and Magdalena Kummerveldt Koch. When she was a child 
the family brought her to Two Rivers where she attended St. John Parochial School. 
Prior to her marriage to Joseph Kellerman at Two Rivers Nov. 20, 1923, she was 
employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. and Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers. She was a 
longtime member of St. John Church and the Ladies Aid Society of the church.
Besides her husband she leaves a sister, Mrs. Magdalena Nehring of Two Rivers and 
a number of nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, until 11 a.m. 
Tuesday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the time of service.
Members of the Ladies Aid Society will meet in a body a 1:45 p.m. Tuesday in the 
church hall to attend the services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 15, 1961  P.13
**********
Marriage of Joseph/Anna Kellermann
Miss Anna Koch and Joseph Kellermann of this city were married at the Court 
House on Wednesday, Nov. 19, by Judge Albert Schmidt. The attending couple was 
Miss Nitka Kasten and Mr. Hans Koch. The bride was daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Otto Koch of the Southside. Mr. Kellerman is employed in the steel plant of 
the Hamilton Manufacturing Co., and is an expert mechanic. The couple will 
reside on the Southside in a home recently purchased by the groom.
The Reporter, Fri., Dec. 14, 1923


JOSEPH KELLERMANN

Joseph Kellermann, 80, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, formerly of 2214-13th St., 
Two Rivers, died Friday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital following a 
lingering illness. 
Private funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers. The Rev. Thedore F. Stern will officiate and burial will 
be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Kellermann was born July 20, 1886, at Passau, Bavaria, Germany, son of the 
late Mathias and Theresa Kellermann. He attended school in Passau and when 25 
years old came to the United States. He resided in Pennsylvania for a short time 
before coming to Two Rivers in 1911. He was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co. until 
retirement in 1954. He married the former Anna Koch, who preceded him in death 
in 1961. He was a member of the Katzenjammer Club and the 30 Year Hamilton 
Goodfellowship Club.
Survivors include several nieces and nephews. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 19, 1967  P.6
*********
(Joe Kellermann/20 Jul 1886/May 1967/SSDI)
*********
Marriage of Joseph/Anna Kellermann
Miss Anna Koch and Joseph Kellermann of this city were married at the Court 
House on Wednesday, Nov. 19, by Judge Albert Schmidt. The attending couple was 
Miss Nitka Kasten and Mr. Hans Koch. The bride was daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Otto Koch of the Southside. Mr. Kellerman is employed in the steel plant of 
the Hamilton Manufacturing Co., and is an expert mechanic. The couple will 
reside on the Southside in a home recently purchased by the groom.
The Reporter, Fri., Dec. 14, 1923


CHARLOTTE KELLIHER

Miss Charlotte (Lottie) Kelliher, 74, of 1807 Lincoln St., Two Rivers, a retired 
employe of Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning at Two Rivers 
Municipal where she was a patient since Thursday.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Grace Congregational Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery.
Miss Kelliher was born Nov. 29, 1888, at Kewaunee, daughter of the late John and 
Kathryne Schneider Kelliher. When she was a child the family brought her to Two 
Rivers. She was an employe of Mirro Aluminum Co. for many years and was a member 
of its 25-Year Club. She retired in 1957. Miss Kelliher was also an early member 
of the Royal Neighbors of America.
Surviving are two nieces, Mrs. Lewellyn Rohr, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Thomas Felber, 
of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, and two nephews, Lloyd Kelliher, of South Bend, 
Ind., and Air Force Capt. Earl Kelliher, of Rapid City, S.D.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, Wednesday 
until 11 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be taken to the church where the 
body will lie in state until the time of service.
Two Rivers Reporter, June 4, 1963 P. M-9
*********
[bur. June 6, 1963]


EDWARD J. KELLIHER

Ed Kelliher, 56, former service man and active for years in musical circles in
Two Rivers, died Sunday night at the municipal hospital in Two Rivers. He had
been in failing health three months.
A military funeral in charge of the Burns post of the American Legion will be
held Wednesday at 3 p.m. from the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home. Also
attending in a body will be the Odd fellows lodge, of which he was a member.
Interment will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Mr. Kelliher was born in Kewaunee in 1886 and 36 years ago moved to Two Rivers.
He was employed for many years at the Hamilton plant. He entered the armed
services in 1917. He was noble grand of the Odd Fellows lodge in 1940 and was
also a member of the Legion, Modern Woodmen, Moose and Rebekahs. He played
the accordian at many social functions for years.
Mr. Kelliher had been employed at the Eggers Plywood and Veneer compnay for the
past eight years.
He is survived by a sister, Miss Lottie Kelliher of Two Rivers. His only brother,
Walter, preceded him in death here a year and a half ago.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 22, 1943  p.2


JOHN KELLIHER    (d. 1916)

John Kelliher, a former resident of Kewaunee county, who for several years had
made his home at Two Rivers, died at the latter city yesterday at the age of
63 years. He was a native of Massachusetts. Two sons and a daughter survive.
The funeral will be held Saturday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, September 8, 1916 p.2
*******
After suffering long from cancer, John Kelliher, aged 63, died Wednesday morning 
at his home in this city. Deceased was born in the state of Massachusetts but has 
lived in Wisconsin most of his life. He lived at Kewaunee and moved from there to 
Two Rivers a few years ago. The funeral will be at 1 o'clock Saturday from the 
house, Rev. Morris officiating and the burial will be at Kewaunee. Mr. Kelliher 
is survived by two sons, Walter and Ed and one daughter, Lottie.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 8, 1916
*******
(1900 Kewaunee census: John Kelleher age 47; wife Catherine age 44; 
Walter age 19; Edward age 13; Lottie age 11)
(1910 Two Rivers census: John and wife are not there, but Walter and Edward
are)


KATHERINE KELLIHER

Death Comes Suddenly
Death came almost without warning to Mrs. John Kelliker (sic), aged 65, at 
her home at 4'clock (sic) this morning, being due to a sudden heart attack. 
Mrs. Kelliker has been a resident of the city for many years. She is survived 
by two sons, Walter and Edward and one daughter, Lottie. The funeral will be 
held Monday afternon (sic) from the home, the Rev. Phillip Mercer officiating 
at the services.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, April 13, 1923 P.16
*******
Mrs. Katherine Kelleher(sic) passed away Friday last, a victim of heart failure. 
She became suddenly ill and died before a physician arrived. Mrs. Kelleher resided 
with her son, Edward and daughter, Miss Lottie, 1807 Lincoln Street and the funeral 
was held from there Monday afternoon, Rev. Philip Mercer officiating.
Deceased was born in Kewaunee in 1859. She came to this city with her family thirteen 
years ago. Her husband has been dead six years. She also leaves a son, Edward and one 
brother, Henry Schneider of this city.  
Those from out of town who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. John Siebert, Mr. 
John Hickey, Mrs. Gross, Mr. Ed. Augustine and Miss Hattie Kuehl, all of Green Bay; 
Mr. Wm Hessel, Mrs. John Kuehl, Mrs. John Graff and Mrs. Frank Wanninger of Kewaunee; 
Mr. and Mrs. Wm Bancroft of Tipler, Wis.; Mrs. John Schneider, Alfred Schneider and 
Louis Schneider of Racine.
The Reporter, Fri., Apr. 20, 1923
*******
[Katherine/bur. 1923]
*******
(1900 Kewaunee census: John Kelleher age 47; wife Catherine age 44; 
Walter age 19; Edward age 13; Lottie age 11)
(1910 Two Rivers census: John and wife are not there, but Walter and Edward
are)


EMMA KEMPFERT

MRS. KEMPFERT VICTIM HEART ATTACK, HOME 
TWO RIVERS-Jan. 6-Mrs. Henry Kempfert died suddenly at the family home, 1200 
Madison street, at 8:40 o'clock this morning her demise being due to a heart 
attack. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from the home with services 
at 2 o'clock at St. John's Lutheran church, the Rev. Haase officiating. Burial 
will be at Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Emma Kemfert, nee Blum, was born at Mishicot in 1866 and was fifty-nine 
years old. She was married in 1885 and the family came to Two Rivers to live 
twenty-one years ago. Surviving are the husband, a daughter, Mrs. Ella Baum 
and a son, Walter, all of this city; her aged mother at Mishicot; one brother, 
William, of this city, and six sisters, Mrs. Nick Nooker of Manitwoc, Mrs. H. 
Detjen of Algoma, Mrs. William Rediker of Mishicot, Mrs. Otto Schmidt, town of 
Mishicot, Mrs. Paul Schmidt of Milwaukee and Mrs. Herman Thielbar? of Mishicot.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 6, 1926  P.7 
*******
(Emma Margaretha (BLUM)/b. 18 Oct 1866/d. 01 Sep 1926)


HENRY C. KEMPFERT

Henry C. Kempfert, 81, a lifelong resident of the county and Two Rivers resident 
for many years, died at the Maple Crest sanatorium, Whitelaw, early last evening 
after a long illness. He had been a patient there since Nov. 4.
The body will lie in state at the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home from 7 
p.m. Thursday until 10 a.m. Saturday morning, when it will be taken to St. John's 
Lutheran church, Two Rivers, where it may (sic) viewed until time of services at 
2 p.m. The Rev. W. G. Haase will officiate and interment will be in Pioneer's Rest 
cemetery.
He was born in Cooperstown in 1863, the son of late Mr. and Mrs. William Kempfert. 
He grew up on the farm and after he married Emma Blum, the couple settled on a 
farm in the town of Gibson. The family moved to Two Rivers 40 years ago and erected 
the Mexico house which he conducted for years. Mrs. Kempfert died in 1926. He 
continued to operate the hotel and a tavern for a time and then leased it. He made 
his home in Two Rivers except for a two year period which he spent at Indianapolis.
He was a member of the St. John Lutheran church. Survivors include a son, Walter of 
Two Rivers; daughter, Mrs. George Hinkley, Nekoosa; two grandchildren and two great-
grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 14, 1945  P.2
*******
(b.19 Oct 1864/d.12 May 1945)


MALINDA KEMPFERT

Funeral services for Mrs. Walter Kempfert, 50, of 1900 13th street, Two Rivers, 
who died at the Holy Family hospital Saturday afternoon, will be held at 2 p.m. 
Tuesday at the Klein and Stangel Inc, funeral home in Two Rivers with burial in 
Pioneer's Rest cemetery.
She was born Malinda Witt in 1897 in Two Rivers and on the death of her parents 
moved to Milwaukee. Later she came to this city and in 1919 was married to Mr. 
Kempfert. Mr. Kempfert operates a tavern in Two Rivers.
Surviving are the husband; a daughter, Phyllis at home; three brothers, Benjamin 
of Green Bay, Edmund of New York City and Reuben of Whitelaw. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 11, 1947  P. 2
********
(Malinda (WITT)/b. 22 Feb 1897/d. 7 Aug 1947)
********
Marriage of Walter/Malinda Kempfert
The Mexico House on the Southside was the scene of a happy wedding celebration 
Wednesday afternoon and evening. The occasion was the marriage of Walter Kempfert, 
son of the proprietor, Henry Kempfert and Miss Malinda Witt. The ceremony was 
performed by Rev. C.F. Doehler. The attending couples were Roy Schmidt of Mishicot 
and Miss Esther Witt of Manitowoc and Alfred Awuia and Miss Esther Schidt. Good 
music and sumptuous supper were enjoyed by the large gathering of friends and 
relatives.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 17, 1919


WALTER KEMPFERT

Walter Kempfert, 65, of 1610 22nd St., Two Rivers, retired 
tavern operator and later resort owner, died Thursday morning 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. He had been in failing health 
for almost a year.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Klein and Stangel 
Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10:30 a.m. at Calvary 
Lutheran Church, the Rev. M.W. Oechler officiating. Burial will 
be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Kempfert was born Aug. 16, 1896, in the Town of Gibson, son 
of the late Henry and Emma Blum Kempfert. When he was a child 
the family brought him to Two Rivers where he attended St. John 
Lutheran School. He worked as a machinist at Kahlenberg Bros. 
Co., for a number of years before operating a tavern on 13th Street, 
Two Rivers, for many years. In later years he operated a small 
resort at Little Sturgeon, Door County, and returned two years ago 
and worked at Crescent Woolen Mills Co., until his retirement several 
months ago. He was a member of the Two Rivers Aerie of Eagles.
Mr. Kempfert married the former Malinda Witt in 1919. She died in 
1947. In 1949, he married the former Theresa Kanzelberger in Two 
Rivers, who survives with a daughter, a sister, Mrs. Ella Hinkley, 
of Santa Anna, Calif., and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 10, 1962
********
(son of Henry & Emma Kempfert)
(Edited for the living)

Funeral card:
Walter Kempfert
Born in Town of Gibson, Wisconsin
August 16, 1896
Passed away in Two Rivers, Wisconsin
May 10, 1962

Services
10:30 A. M.
Saturday, May 12, 1962
Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Rev. Marvin W. Oechler, Officiating

Pallbearers
Jerry Konop    Roy Sonntag
Ray Barta      Arthur Gloe   
Ray Clarksen   John Bonfigt

Place of Interment
Pioneers Rest Cemetery
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Klein & Stangel, Inc., Two Rivers, Wis.
**********
Marriage of Walter/Malinda Kempfert
The Mexico House on the Southside was the scene of a happy wedding celebration 
Wednesday afternoon and evening. The occasion was the marriage of Walter Kempfert, 
son of the proprietor, Henry Kempfert and Miss Malinda Witt. The ceremony was 
performed by Rev. C.F. Doehler. The attending couples were Roy Schmidt of Mishicot 
and Miss Esther Witt of Manitowoc and Alfred Awuia and Miss Esther Schidt. Good 
music and sumptuous supper were enjoyed by the large gathering of friends and 
relatives.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 17, 1919


CLARA KESSMANN

Obituary
Kessman - At her home in this city, June 12, 1892, Clara, wife of G. W. Kessman, 
aged 35 years.
Deceased was born in this city thirty-five years ago last Saturday and on Sunday 
she passed away while still in the golden prime of life and womanhood.  She was the 
daughter of Casper and Catharine Fleischer, who were well known by the early settlers 
of this city and county.  Her father died many years ago, but her aged mother, broken-
hearted and bowed in sorrow, still survives her. Clara was the last of thirteen children 
born to them, all the rest having preceded her to the grave.  No wonder the grief of the 
aged and desolate-hearted mother awakens such sympathy, for a like burden of sorrow 
few are called upon to bear.
The sorrows of the bereaved husband are also most pitiful.  For one-by-one in little 
graves out in the cemetery, he has been called upon to lay to rest all the dear ones that 
his beloved wife bore him.  Five little green mounds are out there and now another and 
a larger one must be made.  Sorrow, like a dark and lonely mountain, has cast its sombre 
shadow over him.  Into his life a fresh agony has now fallen and boughs of the cypress 
must be entwined again into a wreath with which to deck the grave of his loved one - 
his lost one - his last one. He is now without kith or kin in this great land.  God help him 
to bear his sorrows.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - June 14, 1892
*****
MRS. G. W. KESSMAN(sic) of Two Rivers died on Sunday of last week. She was the 
last survivor of thirteen children.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 16, 1892  P. 3
********
(1880 Two Rivers city census:
Gustav Kessmann age 32; wife Clara 22)


(Female) KESSMANN

Death last Sun. (23 Feb.) in Two Rivers of the 6 yr. 3 mo. old daughter 
of Mr. G.W. Kessmann. The little one died of scarlet fever and was buried 
yesterday.
Der Nord Westen, 27 Feb. 1890


GUSTAVIUS W. KESSMANN

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 26 Oct.)
G.W. Kessmann has died at age 54 and was buried Sun. by the local Odd Fellows. 
He had been sick for just a few days. He was in the employ of the Two Rivers 
Manufacturing Co. for over 30 yrs. and was well thought of. His wife and child 
both predeceased him, since which time he has been living with relatives by the 
name of Klaus. He had come to America from Switzerland.
Der Nord Westen, 29 Oct. 1903
*******
G. W. Kessmann a highly respected citizen died at his home last Friday from 
heart lesion, superceded by Bright's Disease. His remains were buried in the 
cemetery lot in which his wife and four children have superceded him. Deceased 
was a trusted employee of the Two Rivers Manufacturing Co. His death will be 
mourned by them and his many friends.
Manitowoc Pilot, October 29, 1903 
*******
FINAL SUMMONS OF G.W. KESSMAN
Last Sunday afternoon the mortal remains of G. W. Kessman were buried in the 
cemetery lot in which his wife and four little ones have many years been sleeping 
the sleep that knows no waking. His death took place in the morning of the 
previous Friday from heart lesion, superinduced by Bright's disease. About one 
year ago he had a severe attack of illness. He never fully recovered his health 
but he was a man who never humored himself and he kept about his daily duties 
with accustomed regularity and care. He seemed to know for some time past that 
his end was near, as he intimated as much to several of his friends in the city, 
but his appearance gave no indication that he was unwell even.
G.W. Kessman was born in the historic city of Geneva, Switzerland on the first 
day of June, 1848. He was educated in the schools of that city and when but a 
lad of 17 years came to this country, stopping for a few months in Milwaukee and 
then coming here to enter the employ of the Two Rivers Manufacturing Co., where 
he remained until the time of his death, upwards of 38 years. His services for 
this company were mostly of the office kind. He looked after the buying and 
shipping and did the entire correspondence of the firm for many years. As a 
correspondent he was particularly efficient. His letters were model in the line 
of business correspondence. His hand writing was clear and elegant and his language 
perfect in every particular. He preferred to destroy a letter he had written to 
correcting it or in any way marring its symmetrical appearance. He was bright 
intellectually and possessed a very retentive mind. When he came to this county, 
he could read and write correctly English, French and German and his services were 
therefore, valuable. As an employee, it can be truthfully said of him that he never 
betrayed a trust or neglected a duty. The employes of the Two Rivers Manufacturing 
Co., turned out in a body and escorted his remains from his residence to the 
cemetery. His funeral was a very large one, as nearly all the old residents of the 
city attended as an evidence of their esteem for him and as a tribute to his memory. 
The funeral was conducted by the Odd Fellows to which fraternity he belonged, Judge 
Anderson of Manitowoc, officiating and pronouncing the funeral oration, which was a 
very just and appropriate funeral encomium or eulogy.
There was something very saddening in his death and burial to those who knew him 
well and had seen him bereft of wife and children, one after another, until he was 
left alone, far away from the home of his childhood. His love for those dear ones 
who had preceded him to the grave was most intense and he kept a constant and careful 
watch over their resting place making it beautiful and fragrant with fresh flowers 
from week to week through many long, lonely years. He was a great lover and cultivator 
of flowers, many a casket had been decked with a wreath of his cutting, yet he made 
the strange request that no flowers be used at his funeral. He insisted upon this and 
when he was told that his wishes would be respected he gave certain directions about 
his clothes for his funeral and then laid down and died.
He left no known blood relatives in this country but a brother and a sister live in 
Geneva. Alois Kraus, a nephew of his wife, occupies his house and of late years he 
lived with him.
The Chronicle, Tues., Oct. 27, 1903
*******
Gustavius W. Kessmann
birth: 1 June 1845 Geneva, Switzerland
death: 23 October 1903 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1903 Two Rivers, Wis.
spouse: Clara
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


OLGA KESSMANN

The death of sweet little Olga Kessman, which took place last 
Thursday evening from an attack of diphtheria, which neither 
tender nursing nor medical skill could prevent, is peculiarly sad, 
as she was the last child left the sorrowing parents from previous 
visitations of that dread disease. All the little chairs in that 
household are now vacant and the hearts of the childless parents 
are breaking with their burden of grief. Little Olga was a sweet 
child beloved by everyone and her grave was a bower of blossoms, 
the loving tokens of her little friends.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - July 28, 1891   
*****
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 27 July)
Mr. G.W. Kessmann lost a 6 yr. old daughter last week to the disease.
Der Nord Westen, 30 July 1891
*****
*Note: She was placed here becuase her parents are here along with
several of her siblings.


HENRY KIEL

Henry M. Kiel, 89, (photo), lifelong resident of the city and county, died 
Tuesday night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Walter Vertz, of 1632 25th 
street, Two Rivers. He has been in failing health since he sustained a hip 
injury seven years ago.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran church in this city, the Rev. Theophil Uetzmann officiating. Interment 
will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery, Two Rivers. The body may be viewed at the 
Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home from seven o'clock Thursday evening until 
10 o'clock Saturday morning when it will be taken to the church.
Mr. Kiel was born near Whitelaw in 1857 and in 1884 married Miss Mary Barthels 
of Mishicot. They operated a farm on the outskirts of the village remaining 
there 30 years. Since he had lived in retirement, the couple moving to Manitowoc 
in 1914 and in 1918 moving to Two Rivers. After residing there until 1923 the 
Kiels returned to make their residence at Manitowoc, where on April 5, 1941, 
Mrs. Kiel died. The couple marked their golden wedding anniversary in November, 
1934. Since the death of Mrs. Kiel he made his home with his two daughters, Mrs. 
Walter Tabbert and Mrs. Walter Vertz.
During Mr. Kiel's residence at Mishicot he was treasurer of School District No. 
1 for many years and was also active in affairs of St. Peter's Lutheran church 
there, serving on the church council.
Mr. Kiel leaves two daughters, Mrs. Walter Tabbert and Mr. Walter Vertz of Two 
Rivers; two sons, Walter of Two Rivers city and Will Kiel, director of the 
Seifert social center in Milwaukee. He is also survived by eight grandchildren 
and four great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 16, 1947  P. 2


MARY KIEL

Following a short illness Mrs. Henry Kiel, 80, (photo) lifelong resident of 
the county, died early today at the home, 1016 North 14th street.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:15 p.m. from the home and at two 
o'clock from the Immanuel Evan. Lutheran church, the Rev. Theodore ?etzmann 
officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery in Two Rivers. The 
service at the Kiel home will be private.
Mrs. Kiel, nee Mary Barthels, was born in Mishicot in 1860 and in 1884 was 
married to Henry Kiel at Mishicot. They located on a farm in the town. 
Twenty-seven years ago they moved to Two Rivers and 16 years ago came to 
this city.
Mr. and Mrs. Kiel observed their 55th wedding anniversary in November, 1938.
Survivors are the widower; two sons, Walter of Two Rivers and Will of 
Milwaukee; two daughters Mrs. Walter Tabbert and Mrs. Walter Vertz of Two 
Rivers; and eight grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 
Sunday noon unitl Monday at ?? a.m. when it will be moved to the Kiel home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 5, 1941 P. 4


FRANK S. KIRSCH

Funeral services for Frank S. Kirsch, 63, of 2518 N. 14th St., Milwaukee, a 
former Two Rivers resident, who died in that city on Sunday, were held at 10 
a.m. Wednesday at the Kaufmann Funeral Home at 936 W. Center St. Burial was 
in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers, early Wednesday afternoon.
Mr. Kirsch, who died at the veterans hospital at Wood after a long illness, 
was born in Two Rivers, moving to Milwaukee in 1920. He operated several 
taverns on the northwest side of Milwaukee. In the past 20 years he had been 
a cigar jobber working out of his home. 
A veteran of World War I he was a member of the Collins Meyer Post Veterans 
of Foreign Wars, Milwaukee.
Surviving are his wife, the former Marcella Hansen of Two Rivers, a son, 
Franklin of Milwaukee, and a sister, Mrs. Emma Wiesner of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, August 24, 1955 


WILHELMINE KIRSCHKOFSKI

Mrs. Wilhelmine Kirschofski, wife of Jacob Kirschofski in Two
Rivers, died Tuesday last week at the state mental facility in 
Oshkosh where she had been taken last 24 December. She is survived 
by her husband and 4 children. The funeral was held Friday.
Der Nord Westen, 04 Feb. 1909
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Mrs. Wilhelmina Kirschofski, the wife of Jacob Kirshofski of this city died January 26 
at the State Hospital at Winnebago to which she was committed on December 24th. 
Deceased was born in Rebau, Prussia on January 29, 1885. She came to this country 
with the family of her father in 1885. She was married to Jacob Kirschkofski who with 
four children are left to mourn her death. The funeral was held from St. John's church 
last Friday.
Two Rivers Chronicle - Tues., Feb. 2, 1909


CARL KIRST, SR.

CARL KIRST, SR., PIONEER OF TWO RIVERS, IS DEAD
Carl Kirst, Sr., pioneer resident of Two Rivers and well known in this city and 
throughout the county, died at his home at Two Rivers this afternoon, aged 83 
years. Mr. Kirst had been in failing health for two years.
Mr. Kirst was the father of Gust. and Charles Kirst of Two Rivers. The funeral 
will probably be held on Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. March 8, 1920 P. 1
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WELL KNOWN OLD RESIDENT CALLED TO REST
Carl Kirst, Aged 82, is Called, Father of Two Prominent Businessmen
One of the pioneer residents of Two Rivers was called to rest when the summons of 
death came to Carl Kirst Sr., at the age of 82. For more than 50 years, he and Mrs. 
Kirst who survives him, have made the little cottage at 17th and West Park Street 
their home. Day after day as the seasons and years passed, they lived there, their 
lives of quiet contentment and happiness. For the happy and contented, time passes 
swiftly. Old age had come upon them almost before they realized it and he succumbed 
to its inevitable weaknesses. Mr. Kirst passed away Monday after a few days illness, 
previous to which he had been in reasonably good health. (photo)
Deceased came to Two Rivers in 1868 from Germany where he was born in Alstedt, 
Saxony, August 21, 1838. He was a mason by trade and erected many of the buildings 
in this city, including the 3rd Ward Schoolhouse. He was a member of and took an 
active interest in the Turner Society, which in the early days was the great community 
organization here. He took a leading part in civic affairs, serving a number of terms 
as city assessor. Daddy Kirst, as he was familiarly known, a model, upright citizen, 
was always interested in affairs of civic betterment.
Besides his aged widow, he leaves his two sons, Carl, proprietor of the Kirst Drug 
Store and head of the Telephone company and Gus C., for years, an agent for the American 
Express Co. and president of the Wisconsin Textile Mfg. Co. The funeral was this 
afternoon from the residence under auspices of the I.O.O.F. of which he was a member 
over forty years.
The Reporter, Thurs., Mar. 11, 1920
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HOLD FUNERAL OF KARL KIRST ON THURSDAY
Funeral services of the late Carl Kirst, who died at Two Rivers yesterday will 
be held in that city Thursday afternoon.
Mr. Kirst, who is one of the pioneer residents of Two Rivers, was born in Weimer, 
Thuringia, Prussia, and came to America and Two Rivers in early life. He was 
married to Sophia Bushman at Two Rivers in 1867 and the couple always made their 
home in that city. He was a mason contractor and assisted in the erection of many 
building, the south school at Algoma representing some of his work. For many 
years now he has lived a retired life. He was active in the business and political 
life of the community and took an active part in all matters, having been a leading 
democrat of his time.
Of the five children who were born to Mr. and Mrs. Kirst, but two survive, Charles F. 
and Gus C., both prominently identified with the business, social and political 
interests of their home city and widely known outside of their own community.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. March 9, 1920 P. 4
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Daddy Kirst is Mourned at Two Rivers (with clear photo)
The death of "Daddy" Kirst as the late Carl Kirst, pioneer of Two 
Rivers, was lovingly known in his home city, has caused widespread 
sorrow. Mr. Kirst was known to practically every resident of that 
city and was universally beloved. 
For more than fifty years the little cottage at Seventeeth and West 
Park streets had been the family home and coming to Two Rivers in 
1868, Mr. Kirst had witnessed the growth of the hamlet to the 
progressive city of the present day. He had undergone the hardships 
that were the pioneer's lot and in his declining years enjoyed the 
fruits of years of a life that had been given to the building of 
competency. Mr. Kirst was an upright citizen always answering the 
call for aid in betterment of the city. He took an active part in 
the civic affairs and served as assessor of the city for a number 
of years. He was a life long member of the Odd Fellows under whose 
auspices the funeral will be held tomorrow from the late home.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, March 10, 1920, Page 1
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GOLDEN WEDDING
A pioneer couple of Manitowoc county Thursday of this week celebrated their Golden 
wedding. We beg to refer to Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kirst of Two  Rivers, who are well 
know to the older citizens of this city. Nearly sixty years ago these sturdy settlers 
came from their homes across the broad Atlantic and after all the trails (sic) and 
tribulations of a long sea voyage, before the days of railroads reached their point 
of destination. Wisconsin was the "west" in those days and Two Rivers was the terminal 
for boat and other travel that existed in those days. During the fifty years of married 
life, Mr. and Mrs. Kirst have made their home at Two Rivers, residing nearly all of the 
time in their little cottage at Sixteenth and West Park Ave. Mr. Kirst who was a mason 
by trade and did contracting in this same line, erected some of the most prominent 
business blocks in Algoma. Both Henry and Carl Boedecker (sic) of Algoma, who are nephews 
of the Kirst family attended the Golden Wedding anniversary celebration.
Algoma Record Herald, November 2, 1917 P. 6


CHARLES F. KIRST

Charles Kirst, 77, Vet Drug Store Proprietor, Dead
Charles F. Kirst, 77, who retired in 1942 after 58 years in the drug business 
at Two Rivers, died Sunday afternoon at the Holy Family hospital in this city. 
He was moved to the hospital from his home, 1509 17th street, Two Rivers, when 
his condition became critical last Monday. He underwent surgery Wednesday.
Mr. Kirst, who in addition to operating a drug store was also interested in the
telephone and express business in that city for many years, has been in failing 
health the past year.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Kirst home in Two Rivers,
the Rev. Donald Mills of the Grace Congretional church officiating. Burial will 
be in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Started at 13
Mr. Kirst has been connected with the drug business since he was 13 years old. 
After clerking for several months in the old Gagnon store there he was called in 
by Henry Gebhardt, proprietor, and asked if he would like to become a druggist. 
The next day he started ot work and he followed the profession for nearly 60 
years until retiring five years ago.
A few years after Mr. Kirst started working he became a business associate and 
after Mr. Gebhardt's death he became sole owner of the company, purchasing the 
building on Washington street between 15th and 16th streets. In 1928 the Kirst 
Drug company moved to larger quarters, the present site of Plantico's at the 
corner of 16th and Washington streets, Two Rivers.
During his years in the drug store business he gave away millions of jelly beans 
to younsters coming into his store. Later when candy kisses became popular he 
switched to the brown paper covered confection.
Mr. Kirst is credited with being the orginator of the popular one-cent sales in 
this country. More than 30 years ago he conducted a penny sale, selling two 
articles, a penny added to the cost of the single item. Large drug companies 
patterned their sales campaigns after his methods.
On his retirement in 1942, Mr. Kirst sold his interest in the business to Rueben 
Plantico, Sr. who for 20 years prior to Charley's retirement had been a partner 
in the business. Mr. Plantico entered Mr. Kirst's employ in 1914 after graduating 
from the University of Wisconsin pharmacy and had managed the store for several 
years before 1942.
Telephone Operator
When Two Rivers go its first telphone system in 1885 Mr. Kirst got another 
assignment. He was an operator. The switchboard was installed in the rear of the 
Gebhardt store and he jumped to plug in the connection whenever the light flashed, 
day or night.
In 1901 the Two Rivers Telephone company was formed and Mr. Kirst with his late 
brother Gus C. Kirst, joined J.E. Hamilton as owners. Later Mr. Kirst became sole 
owner and operated the company until it was sold to the Commonwealth company in 
1926.
He was also agent of the American Express company, later the Railway Express 
company for 50 years until 1940. His brother Gus, was manager of the company.
A music lover since his youth Mr. Kirst organized the first band in Two Rivers, 
the Union Cornet band, which was directed by Prof. Otto Weinschenk of Manitowoc. 
Mr. Kirst was trombone player in the 25-piece organizatin.
Born in Two Rivers in 1869, the deceased was a son of Carl and Sophia Buschmann 
Kirst, immigrants from Germany.
Mr. Kirst never married. Surviving are three cousins, Mrs. Bertha Schultz of 
Kenosha, Mrs. Mary Kohlweiss of Milwaukee and Henry Boedecker of Kewaunee.
The body will be taken to the Kirst home Tuesday from the Beduhn funeral home, 
Two Rivers, and may be viewed after 3 p.m. tomorrow.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 6, 1947 P. 2


GUS C. KIRST

GUS KIRST DIES AT TWO RIVERS TODAY
ONE OF MOST WIDELY KNOWN CO. RESIDENTS
Funeral Will Be Held From Home on Tuesday
Gus C. Kirst, one of the most widely known young business men 
of Manitowoc county, died at his home at Two Rivers this morning 
after an illness of more than a year. 
The funeral will be held from the late home on Tuesday afternoon.
News of the death of Mr. Kirst will come as a shock to thousands 
who knew him in this section of the state where for more than a 
score of years he has been prominent in affairs. His acquaintance 
was not confined to Manitowoc county but he was well known in 
Kewaunee and Door counties, at Sheboygan and Milwaukee, having 
been active in business and political circles since he attained 
his majority.
Mr. Kirst was 47 years of age and since boyhood had been making 
his way and achieved a marked degree of success. For more than a 
score of years he had been in charge of the Two Rivers office of 
the American Express company, holding the position as manager at 
the time of his death. He was associated with his brother, 
Charles F. Kirst in the Two Rivers Telephone company of which he 
was secretary and treasurer and he was president of the Wisconsin 
Textiles company of which he was one of the founders in that city.
During the past fifteen years Mr. Kirst has taken an active interest 
in politics and was a delegate to the national democratic convention 
at Baltimore which nominated Woodrow Wilson for his first term. Mr. 
Kirst had assumed a prominent place in the councils of Wisconsin 
democracy, having served as a member of the state central committee 
for several terms. He was an active worker for his party and served 
as chairman of the county committee.
Mr. Kirst was 47 years of age and he is survived by his mother and 
one brother, Charles F. at Two Rivers. For months Mr. Kirst had been 
failing in health and it was known that he could not live but news 
of his death will be a shock and bring keen regret to a large circle 
of friends. He was a member of the Masonic Order, Odd Fellows, Elks 
and Modern Woodmen. The funeral will probably be under auspices of 
Two Rivers Masonic Order. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, June 11, 1921 P. 1
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TWO RIVERS MOURNS DEATH OF GUS. KIRST
(Special Correspondent)
TWO RIVERS, June 13. The death of Gust Kirst Saturday removed from the 
city a man who has contributed a great deal in the development, growth 
and prosperity of the community and one who will be sadly missed in 
public enterprise. The funeral of Mr. Kirst will be held tomorrow 
afternoon from the late home.
Mr. Kirst was a Two Rivers booster, first, last and all the time. He was 
ambitious, active and a live wire for the upbuilding of the city and his 
name has been identified with most of the public movements of the past 
twenty years. He was successful in his personal business undertakings and 
had established an eviable record as local agent of the American Express 
company, which position he held twenty-seven years. Mr. Kirst was a member 
of the school board, and his initiative and energy had aided many of the 
best results of the educational advancement of the city. He was one of the 
first directors of the Old Line Insurance company of Milwaukee.
Possessesd (sic) of talent as a news writer, Mr. Kirst for years was 
correspondent for Milwaukee papers and for the Herald-News at Manitowoc.
Gus Kirst did many things that proved him loyal and true to his home and 
to his friends. He possessed a sympathetic nature and always helped the 
needy. It was through his efforts that the money was collected and a 
monument was erected in the cemetery to the unknown victims of the illfated 
steamer Vernon. He remembered the unfortunate long after others had 
forgotten them and it is just such deeds as this that prove what a man is. 
Up to a few years ago deceased took and active part in social matters and 
many an entertainment was arranged for by him. It was through his efforts 
that big circuses took a chance on Two Rivers and he feld proud when he 
succeeded in getting Williams Jennings Bryan to come here for a lecture.
All who knew Gus C. Kirst deeply regret his death. He had an extended 
acquaintance in all parts of the state and he will be remembered for the 
many kind and courteous acts he conferred upon many of them. The deceased 
took a deep interest in his home and he dearly loved his parents and his 
brother, Charles and the family is heartbroken at his death.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, June 13, 1921 P.1
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The death of Gus C. Kirst has removed from our midst a man who took more than 
usual interest in the progress and development of the community and it can safely 
be said that no man ever did more than he, for the welfare of his neighbors and 
friends. He was active and ambitious and at all times took a hand in matters which 
led to the improvement and building up of the city. 
Gus C. Kirst was 47 years of age. He was born in Two Rivers and received his 
education in the city schools. At an early age he preferred to make his way by 
working in the manufacturing plants of the city. Twenty-seven years ago he took 
charge of the local agency of the American Express company which he handled with 
absolute accuracy and satisfaction. He was very successful in all of his 
undertakings and besides being one of the officers and owners of the Two Rivers 
Telephone company, he was president of the Wisconsin Textile Manufacturing company, 
which firm he assisted in establishing. Mr. Kirst also assisted in organizing the 
Two Rivers Realty company, an organization that proved of great benefit to the 
manufacturers of this city. 
All of his life, Mr. Kirst was interested in politics and besides having been 
delegate to county and state conventions many times, he was a delegate to the 
national democratic convention held at Baltimore which nominated Woodrow Wilson 
for his first term. He was a former member of the democratic state central 
committee and chairman of the county committee a few years ago. He was a member 
of the Board of Education of this city several terms and was one of the first 
directors of the Old Line Life Insurance company of Milwaukee.
All who knew Gus C. Kirst deeply regret his fate. He had an extended acquaintance 
in all parts of the state and he will be remembered for the many kind and courteous 
acts he conferred upon many of them. The deceased took a deep interest in his 
home and he dearly loved his parents and his brother Charles and the family is 
heartbroken at his death. 
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon and was conducted by the Masonic Order. 
Deceased was also a member of the Elks and Modern Wood men lodges. The funeral 
was a large one, many out of town relatives and friends being present. 
-Two Rivers Chronicle. 
Manitowoc Pilot June 16, 1921 page 1
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GUST C. KIRST ANSWERS FINAL SUMMONS
Death Ends Active and Successful Career Saturday
WAS HOME TOWN BOOSTER
Made Good in His Native City In Business & Strove For City's Growth
Saturday morning between 8 and 9 o'clock, Gus C. Kirst passed away, to that land 
from whose bourne no traveler returns. His death was the culmination of a long 
illness. He had been in ill health for the past three years. His demise was not 
unexpected but his death is keenly felt by a large host of friends and acquaintances 
throughout the city and county and means a distinct loss to the community whose 
welfare he always tried to serve and often advanced, unselfishly. (photo)
Born in this city,m forty-seven years ago he obtained a common school education, 
toiled in its great factories, peddled newspapers when a boy and worked at the 
printer's trade. His mind ever alert for opportunities, he found an opening in the 
American Express Company and deciding to stick to the city of his birth, he secured 
the local agency which he has held efficiently for the past twenty-seven years.
His efforts were not confined to the routine of that position however. The larger 
industries he had seen develop here inspired him with an ambition in industrial 
lines. He too would like to develop a manufacturing industry. With other, he engaged 
in the manufacture of textile supplies starting in a very modest way and it was 
largely through his efforts that the this business has now been developed into a 
large industry of which he was president at the time of his death, the Wisconsin 
Textile Manufacturing Company.
He was interested in the Two Rivers Telephone Company of which he was secretary - 
treasurer. He was for sixteen years a member of the Board of Education. He was an 
associate director of the Old Line Life Insurance Company of America. He took an 
active interest in politics and was for years among the uppermost in the councils 
of the county democratic organization, a member of the state central committee and 
a delegate to the national convention which nominated Woodrow Wilson at Baltimore.
Moved always with a laudable home pride, he used every effort to promote the welfare 
of the city of his birth which he loved dearly. Inspired by a desire to promote its 
industrial growth he was the prime mover in the formation of an organization which 
has done more than all other organizations ever formed here for the purpose. In a 
critical period in the industrial life of our city, he pushed the idea of the Two 
Rivers Realty Company, whose prime purpose was to lend assistance to a local 
manufacturing institution by relieving it of large real estate holdings. The 
enterprise required the co-operation of all the businessmen of the city and stock 
subscriptions which, with the help of other enterprising public spirited men, were 
secured and the Two Rivers Realty Company was successfully launched. It not only 
accomplished its original purpose but it has largely aided in the promotion and 
growth of other important industries whose annual pay rolls aggregate hundreds of 
thousands. Besides it paid dividends to all subscribers and has today the original 
capital on hand awaiting the next opportunity to give another industrial boost to 
the city.
The deceased was not only interested in the industrial and educational advancement 
of the city, he remembered those who might be forgotten and neglected and from this 
motive, he advocated the erection of a fitting memorial to the victims of the wrecked 
steamer, Vernon. He pushed the idea with characteristic energy and as a result the 
shaft which now graces our cemetery was erected when the great war ended, believing 
that the city should give due recognition to this momentous fact, he succeeded with 
the aid of others in getting a day set aside for the celebration and in securing the 
construction of the Victory arch.
His business situation gave him many opportunities to do personal favors. Such 
opportunities he always cheerfully and gladly responded to and eagerly sought. His 
last attempt for the public advantage was an effort to have the road to the Twin 
River Point Lighthouse placed in first class condition and he was making good progress 
in this attempt having enlisted the cooperation of Congressman Lampert, when the grim 
reaper came and ended his activities, leaving his aged mother and brother, Charles 
to mourn his departure.
The death of Gus C. Kirst removes one who never hung back when the welfare of Two 
Rivers was concerned. Men of energy and initiative such as he was, are a very desirable 
asset in any progressive city - men who besides their own business affairs - seek and 
improve opportunities to advance the interests of their city. Gus C. Kirst was 
affiliated with the Modern Woodmen Lodge, the Elks and the Masonic order and the 
funeral was held Tuesday afternoon under the auspices of the latter, in compliance 
with the request of the deceased. The funeral was unusually large. In accordance 
with the wish of Mr. Kirst, Dr. E. Christiansen, a bosom friend, officiating at the 
beautiful Masonic funeral service. The Elks Lodge attended in a body and the quartette 
sang, "Nearer My God to Thee". The pallbearers were Conrad Baetz, E.J. Soik, Noel Nash, 
Oscar Alberts, Harry Hurst and F.E. Riley.
The Reporter, Thurs., June 16, 1921
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Card of Thanks
We hereby desire to express our gratitude to our friends for the kindness and sympathy 
extended us in our bereavement due to the illness and death of our beloved son and 
brother. We appreciate with heartfelt thanks the splendid floral tributes, the beautiful 
funeral service and the loan of automobiles. 
Mrs. Sophia Kirst
Chas. A. Kirst
The Reporter, June 23, 1921 
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[Gust C. Kirst]


SOPHIA KIRST

Mrs. Sophia Kirst Dies At Home On Tuesday
FUNERAL WILL BE HELD HERE ON SATURDAY
Venerable Woman Was Loved In Community; Ill Only a Few Days
Mrs. Sophia Kirst, 89, (photo), one of the earliest residents of Two Rivers, 
died at her home at 1609 17th street at 5:45 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. The 
venerable woman who had enjoyed good health despite her advanced age, took 
ill Thursday night and failed since.
Although arrangements are not complete funeral services will be held from the 
home at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon, with interment at Pioneers' Rest 
cemetery, beside her late husband, Carl Kirst, who died in 1920. The remains 
are at the C.J. Jansky funeral home.
Mrs. Kirst, nee Sophia Buschmann, was born in the little hamlet of Hahenkamp, 
Westphalis, province of Prussia, Germany, on November 5, 1843. She came to 
this country on November 16, 1865 and made her home with her sister, the late 
Mrs. William Boedecker, in the residence at West Park and 17th streets in 
which Mrs. Kirst resided and which had been the family landmark for 65 years.
Wed in 1867
On November 1, 1867, she was married to Carl Kirst, who had come to this 
country from Welmar, Saxony in 1865. He preceded Mrs. Kirst in death 13 years 
ago. Following their marriage the Boedeckers moved to Kewaunee with Mr. Kirst 
purchasing the corner property, now the site of the J.E. Hamilton Community 
House. In 1917 the couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary.
Mrs. Kirst was known among the younger generation as "Auntie" Kirst. Her home 
and her family was foremost in her life, although she always took an active 
interest in welfare of the city.
Mrs. Kirst leaves only one son, Charles F. Kirst, prominent local druggist. 
Her only other son, Gus. C. Kirst, also prominent in this city and vicinity 
for many years, died in 1921.
Pall bearers for the funeral are Harry R. Hurst, Frank E. Riley, Henry R. 
Schwake, E.R. Mueller, Conrad Baetz and Guido Berger.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 1, 1933 P. 9
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Old Neighbor Is To Conduct Kirst Services 
The Rev. Frederick Koch of Manitowoc will officiate in the funeral rites for 
Mrs. Sophia Kirst who died Tuesday afternoon at the family home on 17th street 
at two o'clock Saturday afternoon. The Rev. Mr. Koch was an old neighbor of 
the late pioneer resident, and has made his home at Manitowoc for the past two 
years.
Interment will be at Pioneers' Rest cemetery, where the well known late resident 
will be buried beside the grave of her late husband, Carl F. Kirst and son, Gus C. 
Kirst.
Pall bearers are H. R. Schwake, Harry R. Hurst, Frank E. Riley, Conrad Baetz, 
Guido Berger, E. R. Mueller.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 2, 1933  P. 9 
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Old Timers Celebrate
Mrs. Carl Kirst Sr., celebrated her 70th birthday last Wednesday and a large circle 
of friends and neighbors assisted to make the three score and ten anniversary one 
of genuine hospitality. Forty-nine years ago, Mrs. Kirst immigrated to America 
coming directly to this city then being only small village. Some of her countrymen 
from the Province Hanover, Germany had preceded her and as a matter 
of fact, a colony of thirty or forty of the early comers are now residents of this 
city and county. Two years later she became the wife of Carl Kirst and for nearly 
a half century this couple has made their home residing in their little cottage at 
the corner of 16th and West Park Streets. Two sons, Chas F. and Gus C. reside with 
their parents.
The Reporter, Sat., Nov. 8, 1913


JENETTE KISER

Jeanette Kaisar(sic), aged one year and three months, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
George Kaisar of Green Bay, died there last week Wednesday. The remains were brought 
to this city to the home of the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ferdinand Grade and the 
funeral was held Friday, Rev. W.G. Haase officiating.
The Reporter, Thurs., Jan. 6, 1921