PIONEERS' REST CEMETERY OBITUARIES

EDGAR A. MECKELBERG

Funeral services for E.A. Meckelberg, 87, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, for more than 
65 years operator of a jewelry store at Two Rivers, who died Sunday morning at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Emanuel United 
Methodist Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will 
be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Edgar August Meckelberg was born Feb. 19, 1886, at Oak Grove, Dodge County. 
When he was a child the family moved to nearby Juneau, where he attended 
elementary and the high schools. He was graduated from the former Green Bay 
Business College after which he learned the watchmaking trade. He married Edna 
Stoffel at Fond du Lac June 20, 1907, after which the couple moved to Two 
Rivers to open a jewelry store. Mrs. Meckelberg died at Two Rivers Jan. 17, 
1955.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. John (Dona) Berzinsky, of Manitowoc, five 
grandchildren, three great grandchildren and six nieces.
Friends may call after 3 o'clock this Monday afternoon at Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, where memorial services will be conducted by Two 
Rivers Chapter 229, Order of Eastern Star, which Mr. Meckelberg's wife was 
the first worthy matron, at 7 o'clock this Monday evening, and Two Rivers 
Lodge No. 200, F. & A.M., at 7:30 o'clock this Monday evening.
Memorials may be sent to the Shrine Hospitals for Crippled Children.
Herald Times Reporter, September 24, 1973 P. 3
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Eastern Stars Assemble
A memorial service for the late Mr. Edgar Meckelberg, a charter member of the 
Two Rivers Chapter, was also observed Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Oct. 19, 1973 page 19
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(Edgar Meckelberg/19 Feb 1886/Sep 1973/SSDI)


EDNA A. MECKELBERG

Mrs. Edna Meckelberg, 70, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, wife of E. A. Meckelberg, long-
time Washington Street, Two Rivers, jeweler, and the first worthy matron of the 
Order of Eastern Star in Two Rivers, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital at 
1 a.m. Monday. 
Mrs. Meckelberg had been in failing health for the past two years and had been 
a patient at the Two Rivers hospital twice in the past two weeks.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Klein and Stangel 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. R. J. Wichlei of Grace Congregational Church 
officiating. Eastern Star rites will be held and burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Meckelberg, nee Edna Stoffel, was born at Plymouth, Wis., on Oct. 8, 1884, 
a daughter of the late Charles and Emma Stoffel. When she was a child the family 
brought her to Fond du Lac where she attended the public schools there. On June 20, 
1907, she was married at Fond du Lac to Edward A. Meckelberg, a native of Juneau, 
Wis., who had learned the watchmaking trade at Fond du Lac. Immediately after 
their marriage the couple came to Two Rivers where her husband established a 
jewelry store in the Hotel Hamilton building.
Mrs. Meckelberg was one of the founders of the Two Rivers Chapter No. 229, Order 
of Eastern Star, in the early 19?0's and became its first worthy matron.
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. John (Dona) Berzinsky of Manitowoc, 
and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 17, 1955  P.15
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(The following obituary is for her mother)
"Grandma" Stoffel Dies at Home of Daughter
FUNERAL IS TO BE HELD HERE Thursday 9 A.M.
Died at Meckelberg Home At Age 75; Popular With Young and Old
Two Rivers today mourns the passing of a beloved resident, Mrs. Emma (Grandma) 
Stoffel, 75, who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E.A. Meckelberg, 1529 
26th street, with whom she made her home for 25 years, at 11 o'clock Monday 
night.
Her death was caused by complication of diseases from which she was suffering 
for the past four months and during which time she was confined to her bed.
Funeral services will be held at the Beduhn & Goetz chapel Thursday morning at 
nine o'clock with the Rev. Franklin E. Schlueter officiating. The remains will 
be taken to Fond du Lac where she will be buried beside her late husband in the 
Reinza cemetery at that city.
Mrs. Stoffel had been a resident of this city for the past 25 years, coming to 
this city with her only daughter. Mrs. Edna Meckelberg, when the latter's 
husband established a jewelry store in Hotel Hamilton in December, 1907. For 15 
years Mrs. Stoffel waited on trade in the store where she made a host of friends. 
Of sterling character the venerable woman was popular with old and young alike 
who knew her as "Grandma Stoffel." In her illness many citizens and patrons of 
the store came to visit her.
Had Jewelry Store
Born in Fond du Lac, October 21 (?), 1857, she moved to Greensburg, Fond du Lac 
County, several years later. At Greenbush 51 years ago she was married to Charles 
Stoffel, who preceded her in death 29 years ago. After their marriage they took 
up their home in Plymouth where her late husband operated a jewelry store. 
Several years later the family moved to Fond du Lac.
Surviving Mrs. Stoffel are her only daughter, Mrs. Edna Meckelberg, this city, 
two sisters, Mrs. Bertha Hoeppner of Mount Clemens, Mich., and Mrs. August Kempien 
of Oshkosh and a granddaughter, Donna Kathryn Meckelberg, daughter of Mr. and 
Mrs. E.A. Meckelberg, this city.
The remains can be viewed at the funeral home of Beduhn and Goetz after six 
o'clock tonight.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 13, 1932 P. 11


NORMA MEDICK

Norma L. Medick, age 76, of 2522 Riverside Dr., Two Rivers, died Monday afternoon 
at her residence.
Visitation and services will be announced later pending arrival of relatives from 
Germany.
She was born March 17, 1916 in Algoma. A daughter of the late William and Bertha 
Gerhart Hurley. She attended St. John's parochial school in Two Rivers and 
Washington High School. In 1948 she was married to Kenneth Medick in Pittsburg (sic), 
PA. He preceded her in death in 1969. She was a well known musician in this area as 
a pianist and organist.
Surviving are a sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Richard Mott of Two Rivers, 
and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother.
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel are assisting the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 22, 1992 P. A2


W. MEINECKE

Death of 19 yr. old W. Meinecke of diphtheria on Sun. evening.
Burial was Tues.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Nov. 1889
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[W.W. Meinecke/no more information] This is probably the same person)
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(Per obit he died Sunday which was Nov. 3, 1889)
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(From 1880 Two Rivers twp. census/only Meineke family on census:
John Meineke age 53; wife Catherine age 49; Henry age 22;
Charly age 18; Mary age 15; son Willy age 10/
Note: John's age would make him b. in 1827 or 1828/have Carl
Meinke who died 1906 who was born in 1828)
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(The Willy Meineke on the 1880 census would have been 19 in 1889)
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(First publication June 26, 1890.)
STATE OF WISCONSIN-MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of William Menicke (sic) deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Charles Menicke, of the town 
of Two Rivers, Manitowoc county, Wisconsin, representing among other 
things that William Menicke, late of said town and county, on the 3d 
day of November, A.D., 1889, at said town in said county, died 
intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this state, and 
that the said petitioner is a brother and heir at law of said deceased, 
and praying that administration of said estate be to Charles Menicke 
granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before this court, 
on Tuesday, the 22nd day of July, A.D., 1890, at 10 o'clock a.m., at 
my office in said county.
Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said 
deceased, and to all persons interest, by publishing a copy of this 
order for three successive weeks, prior to said day of hearing, in the 
Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at said city in said 
county.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 23d day of June, A.D. 1890.
Emil Baensch, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, July 3, 1890 P. 2


CATHERINE MEINEKE

Mrs. John Meinaeke, an old lady whose home was in the northern portion 
of the Town of Two Rivers died last Friday and was buried from the Lutheran 
church on Sunday. She was one of the pioneers of the town.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Nov. 24, 1891
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(From 1880 Two Rivers twp. census/only Meineke family on census:
John Meineke age 53; wife Catherine age 49; Henry age 22;
Charly age 18; Mary age 15; son Willy age 10/
Note: John's age would make him b. in 1827 or 1828/have Carl
Meinke who died 1906 who was born in 1828)
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From Marriages:
MEINECKE: Johann
m: Katharine Schick (also Catherina/Catherine)
children: 
  Heinrich (b. 21 Oct. 1857/bapt. 30 Nov. 1857 from record of First
    German Evang. Luth. ch.)(co. bir. index v.2 p.93)
  Wilhelmine Caroline (b: 20 Apr 1860/co. bir. index v.2 p.143)
  Carl Peter (b: 02 Sep 1861/co. bir. index v.2 p.176)
  Maria Elizabeth (b: 02 Nov 1864/co. bir. index v.2 p.359/mother Schicke
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*Note: She was placed here because her husband is here.


CHARLES MEINEKE    (d. 1920)

Chas. Meinecke(sic), residing three miles north of Two Rivers on the Kewaunee 
Road, was severely injured Monday morning, sustaining a broken arm and other 
injuries. He fell from his milk wagon while taking the morning's milking to the 
Range Line Creamery. Mr. Meinecke was well known having resided in the Town of 
Two Rivers for many years.
The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 12, 1920
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Charles Meinecke(sic) passed away at Holy Family Hospital Monday morning. The 
misfortune experienced last week in falling from his wagon while driving to the 
Rangeline Cheese Factory resulted in internal injuries which caused his death.
Deceased was born in 1861 in the Town of Two Rivers where he has always resided. 
He was held in high regard by the community as a possessor of fine qualities of 
manhood and good citizenship. He was a member of the town board of education and 
has for the past 30 years been agent for the Mishicot Fire Insurance Co. He was 
a trustee of St. John's Lutheran Church. The funeral was today from the home with 
services at St. John's Lutheran Church. Deceased leaves a widow, six sons, Erwin, 
Raymond, Herbert, William, Harold and Erhart and three daughters, Mrs. Alvin E. 
Jindra, Mrs. Wm Menges and Miss Esther. Also two sisters, Mrs. William Schaefer 
of Two Rivers and Mrs. John Wetencamp of California.
The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 26, 1920
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Notes from Two Rivers:
Mr. Chas Meineke, aged 59, died Monday morning at Holy Family 
Hospital where he was taken two weeks ago after having been hurt 
in an accident. While Mr. Meineke was on his way to the creamery 
he fell from his wagon and received internal injuries. He was born 
in the Town of Two Rivers, September 2, 1861 and resided there his 
entire life. He is survived by his wife and nine children, six boys 
and three girls who are Mrs. Alvin F. Jindra, Mrs. Wm Menges, Erwin, 
Raymond, Esther, Herbert, William, Harold and Erhardt, also by two 
sisters, Mrs. Philip Schaefer of the Town of Two Rivers and Mrs. 
John Wetencamp of Altadena, California. Chas Meinke was a prosperous 
farmer and was highy respected by all who knew him.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 26, 1920


EMMA MEINEKE

Mrs. Meineke Succumbs to Heart Attack
Two Rivers, Jan. 4-Heart trouble, from which she had been a sufferer for some time, 
caused the demise of Mrs. Henry Meineke at the family home, 2300 Adams street, 
Saturday. The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon from the home with services at 
2 o'clock at St. John's Lutheran chuch the Rev. Hanse officiating.  Burial will be 
in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Meineke, who was Emily Schmidt before her marriage, December 1, 1885, was born 
at Shoto November 15, 1864 and was sixty-one years of age. Her husband preceded her 
in death twenty-five years ago and she is survived by five children, Mrs. Walter 
Doeblerof Iron Mountain, Mich., Mrs. Emil Kurtz of Milwaukee, Mrs. Arthur Tomaschefsky 
and Mrs. Otto Ulrich of this city and Norman Meineke of Oconomowoc. Her aged mother, 
ten grandchildren, three brothers, Christ Schmidt of the town of Two Rivers, Fred and 
Theodore Schmidt of this city and one sister, Mrs. Emilia Burmeister, also survive her.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, January 04, 1926 Page 5
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The Meineke obit that mentions her name is Emily....there was a probate 
notice a few weeks later that lists her as Emma Meinecke.
So Emma is correct not Emily.
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The young child of Mrs. H. Meinecke, of Two Rivers, who was seriously 
injured by having a piece of broken tea cup gouged in the eye, has been 
taken to Milwaukee for treatment in the hope that the optic may be saved. 
The eye was forced completely from the socket, but was replaced by Dr. 
Currens who attended to the injuries of the little one and there is now 
a chance that the case will not prove as serious as was anticipated.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, June 18, 1902, Page 1
(NOTE: Mrs. H. Meineke is Emma in marriages. Henry died on May 8, 1900 
before the census was taken, and Emma is on the 1900 census with 6 
children, the youngest 3 being Erma age 5; Norman, age 2 yrs.; and 
Alvin 5 months. This child could be any one of them.


ERHARDT WILLIAM MEINEKE

Erhardt William Meineke, entered his eternal home on Thursday, 
August 19, 1993.  He resided at 2309 Washington St., Two Rivers, 
Wis.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Monday August 23, 1993, at 
Calvary Lutheran Church, Two Rivers.  The Rev. Robert Sullivan will
officiate with burial in the Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Meineke was born January 8, 1906, in the Town of Two Rivers, 
son of the late Charles and Minnie Schmidt Meineke.  He attended the
former Sandy Bay Country School and graduated in 1923 from Washington
High School, the first class to graduate from the new school building.
In October 1923, he went to Chicago and worked for his uncle's 
construction company, "Otto Schmidt Construction Company."  The 
company built several post office buildings in Illinois, such as 
within the cities of Elgin and Wheaton.  In 1923, the company built
the Medinah Country Clubhouse and golf ground buildings for the Shriners.
The company helped build the Two Rivers Post Office in 1933.  Through 
this work he became a master stone mason.
He married the former Viola Hels, of Chicago, at Bethany Church, 
Chicago, Ill., on November 25, 1935.  They returned to Two Rivers 
to reside. She preceded him in death on January 5, 1965.
He worked for the "Immel Construction Company", Fond du Lac, "Hamann
Construction Company", "Hoffman Brothers", and various other companies.
He retired in 1970 as a stone mason and observed his Union Mason 
membership of 50 years memebership in 1988.
A 32nd degree Mason, he entered the Masonic Order in Chicago, Ill. in
the late 1920's.  He observed 50 year membership of the Grand Lodge Free
and Accepted Masons in 1977.  He was a Past High Priest of Barny G. Lyman
Chapter and Past Associated Patron and Patron of Manitowoc and Two Rivers
Chapters of Eastern Stars.  He was awarded the Royal Arch Man of the Year
Award for the State of Wisconsin in 1988.  He was honorary Past Commander
of Manitowoc Knights of Templar No. 45.   He is currently a member of the
Two Rivers Shrine Club of Tripoli Temple, Milwaukee, Kewaunee-Algoma
Chapter of Order of Eastern Stars No. 228, Manitowoc Masonic Lodge No. 65,
Manitowoc Chapter No. 16, Manitowoc Council No. 18, Manitowoc
Commandery No. 45 Knights Templar, and Two Rivers Senior Center.  He was
on the Property Committee of Calvary Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, for many 
years.  In retirement, he enjoyed traveling, golf, bowling, playing cards,
and attending sports events.
He is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn and Florian Rohr, 
Two Rivers, Joyce and James Beth, Two Rivers, Beverly and Kenneth Etzelmueller, 
Wauwatosa, eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; three sisters-in-
law, Mrs. Ruth (Harold) Meineke, Two Rivers, Mrs. Hattie (Herbert) Meineke, 
Manitowoc, Mrs. Esther (Leonard) Traxel, Janesville; nieces and nephews. He
was preceded in death by his wife, three sisters, four brothers, and one 
grandchild.
The family appreciates the help of friends, neighbors, North End Home 
Care helpers, the Medical Staff of Park Lawn Home, and Two Rivers Community
Hospital, Clergy, and the caring individuals who helped in any way.
Memorials may be made to the Shriners Children's Hospital in Chicago, Ill.,
Milwaukee Children's Hospital or the donor's choice.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from
4-8 p.m. on Sunday, August 22, and at the church from 10 a.m. unti the time
of services.  Masonic Services will be held at 7 p.m. Sunday evening at the 
funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 20, 1993 p.A2


HEINRICH MEINEKE

Henry Meinecke(sic), a well known resident of Two Rivers, responded 
to the final summons late Tuesday afternoon at the Holy Family hospital 
in this city, where he had been receiving treatment. Deceased suffered 
from consumption, but it was not until recently that the ravages of 
the dread disease became apparent to friends and then he was taken to 
the hospital in the hope that the care which he would receive would 
prolong life. 
He was 43 years of age and was well known here. He served as a juror 
last fall and frequently made visits to the city. The body was taken 
to Two Rivers for burial.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, May 09, 1900, Page 1
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Death Tues. afternoon, in the local hospital, of Range Line resident 
Henry Meinecke. Mr. Meinecke leaves his widow and 6 small children in 
good circumstances.
Der Nord Westen, 10 May 1900
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(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 14 May)
Town Two Rivers resident, farmer Heinrich Meinecke, died in the Manitowoc 
hospital. The body was brought here and buried Sat. from the Lutheran 
Church. He leaves a widow and 6 children in good circumstances.
Der Nord Westen, 17 May 1900 
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Henry Maneke
birth: 1857
death: 8 May 1900 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1900 Manitowoc, Wis.
father: John Mineke
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


HENRIETTA MEINEKE

Mrs. Henry Meinke died at age 80 in Two Rivers on Tues. in the 
home of her son-in-law Wm. Baerwald.
Der Nord Westen, 11 Jan. 1900
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(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 15 Jan.)
Mrs. Carl Meinke, an old settler and 30-yr. resident on the south side 
of our city, was buried on Fri. She had reached an age of 81 yrs. 10 mos., 
and is survived by her husband and two married children. The funeral was 
held at the Evangelical Church. 
Der Nord Westen, 18 Jan. 1900
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The name of the husband of the Southside old lady whose death we announced two 
weeks ago is Carl Meinke, instead of Henry Meinke. She was married twice. Her 
first husband's name was John Miller. She bore him one son and two daughters. 
The son only is still living and was present at her funeral. She was married to 
her second husband in 1950. She also bore him two daughters and one son but only 
one of the children from her second husband is now living, Mrs. Wm Baerwald of 
the Southside at whose home her death took place.
The Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 23, 1900
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Henrietta Aul Menike  (sic)
birth: 17 May 1818 Germany
death: 9 January 1900 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1900 Two Rivers, Wis.
spouse: Charles Menike
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


JOHANN MEINEKE

"J. Meineke, a wealthy farmer who resided a few miles north of the city, 
died last week while in Chicago for the purpose of receiving medical 
treatment. His remains were brought home for interment last Friday (5th) 
evening and the funeral, which took place on Sunday (7th), was one of the 
largest ever seen in this vicinity."
Two Rivers (?) Newspaper, May 1882
contributed by R. Schaefer
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(From 1880 Two Rivers twp. census/only Meineke family on census:
John Meineke age 53; wife Catherine age 49; Henry age 22;
Charly age 18; Mary age 15; son Willy age 10/
Note: John's age would make him b. in 1827 or 1828/have Carl
Meinke who died 1906 who was born in 1828)
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From Marriages:
MEINECKE: Johann
m: Katharine Schick (also Catherina/Catherine)
children: 
  Heinrich (b. 21 Oct. 1857/bapt. 30 Nov. 1857 from record of First
    German Evang. Luth. ch.)(co. bir. index v.2 p.93)
  Wilhelmine Caroline (b: 20 Apr 1860/co. bir. index v.2 p.143)
  Carl Peter (b: 02 Sep 1861/co. bir. index v.2 p.176)
  Maria Elizabeth (b: 02 Nov 1864/co. bir. index v.2 p.359/mother Schicke

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(First publication June, 1882.) No. 54
IN PROBATE,-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT.
In the matter of the estate of John Meineke, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Catherine Meineke of town of Two Rivers, Manitowoc county, Wisconsin, representing among other things that John Meineke, late of the town of Two Rivers, in said county, on the third day of May, A.D., 1882, at city of Chicago, county of Cook, Illinois, died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this state, and that the said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said deceased be to her granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before the judge of this court, on Tuesday, the 27th day of June, A.D., 1882, at 10 o'clock A.M., at my office in said county.
Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and to all persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc, in said county.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 27th day of May, A.D., 1882.
R.D. Smart, County Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 8, 1882 P. 2
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(First publication June 1, 1882.) No. 54
IN PROBATE,-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT.
In the matter of the estate of John Meineke, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Catherine Meineke, of town of Two Rivers, Manitowoc county, Wisconsin, representing among other things that John Meineke, late of town of Two Rivers, in said county, on the third day of May, A.D., 1882, at city of Chicago, county of Cook, Illinois, died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this state, and that the said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said deceased be to her granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before the judge of this court, on Tuesday, the 27th day of June, A.D., 1882, at 10 o'clock A.M., at my office in said county.
Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and to all persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks, prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc, in said county.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 27th day of May, A.D., 1882.
R.D. Smart, County Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 29, 1882 P. 2

LOUISA MEINEKE

Louise C K Weinke
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Louise C K Weinke
Death Date	10 Apr 1879
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume  01
Page number  0261
Reel	048
Image	1915
Index Volume  01
Sequence Number	411678
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Louise C Kath Weinke
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Louise: C Kath Weinke
Color/Sex: White Female
Father: John Weinke
Mother: Kath Schick
Birthplace: Buffalo, NY
Birth Date: 25 Apr 1856
Death Date: 10 Apr 1879
Death County: Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


MINNIE MEINEKE

Funeral Services For Mrs. Meinecke (sic) Saturday 
TWO RIVERS (Special)-Funeral services for Mrs. Charles Meinecke, 69, nee Minnie 
Schmidt who died at her home at 2309 Washington street yesterday noon as the 
result of a stroke suffered some time ago, will be held Saturday afternoon.
The body will lie in state at the Beduhn funeral home until the time of the 
funeral and may be viewed anytime after Thursday morning. Services will be held 
Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home and at St. John's Lutheran church at 
2 p.m. The Rev. W. G. Haase will officiate and burial will be in Pioneer's Rest 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 10, 1937  P.13


VIOLA MEINEKE

Mrs. Erhardt Meineke, 56, of 2309 Washington St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday 
morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. She has been in failing health for 
nearly a year.
Funeral services will be at 2 P.M. Thursday at Calvary Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. M.W. Oechler officiating.  Burial will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Meineke, nee Viola Hels, was born June 14, 1908, at Milwaukee, daughter 
of the late Charles and Emily Bunde Hels.  When she was three the family brought 
her to Chicago where she received her elementary and prepatory education. She 
was married Nov. 28, 1935, at Bethany Evangelical Church, Chicago.  Following 
the marriage the couple took up residence in Two Rivers where she resided since.
She was a member of the Two Rivers chapter of the Order of Easter Star and the 
Ladies Guild of Calvary church.
Besides her husband she leaves three daughters; two sisters, Mrs. Lauretta Kneckow, 
of Wauconda, Ill., and Mrs. Esther Traxel, of St. Louis, Mo. and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 4 P.M. 
Wednesday until 11 am Thursday when the casket will be taken to the church where 
the body will lie in state until time of service. Memorial services by the Eastern 
Star chapter will be at the funeral chapels at 7:30 P.M. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, 1965 January 5, Edited for living
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[bur. 01-07-1965/age 56 yrs.] 
(Viola Elizabeth Hels/14 June, 1908/07 January 1965)


CARL MEINKE    (d. 1906)

Death Friday of Carl Meinecke at the home of his son-in-law, 
Wm. Baerwald in Two Rivers. The deceased was born 05 June 1828 
in Morchin, Pomerania, came to America in 1871 and settled in 
Two Rivers where he lived until the time of his death. He is 
survived by a daughter and a brother. The funeral was Monday.
Der Nord Westen, 12 July 1906
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[C.W. Meinecke/no more information](This is probably the same person)
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Carl Meinke
birth: 5 June 1828 Germany
death: 6 July 1906 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1906 Two Rivers, Wis.
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(From 1900 Two Rivers census 2nd street:
Charles Meinke age 71 b. 1828 father-in-law/living with 
William Baerwald family-
William Baerwald age 45; wife Mary age 46; son Erbine age 15;
son Freddie age 10)
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County death index: Carl Meinke d. July 6, 1906 v.8 p.79
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(This record indicates he's buried in Two Rivers. The 
surname Meineke is in Pioneers Rest. He's probably buried 
with them, so I'm putting his entry here.)


CHARLES MEISNER

Carl Meissner(sic) of School Section died Wednesday afternoon. 
Heart failure contributed to his death. The deceased was born 
May 10, 1831 at Lepenlen bei Wesel am Rhein. He was married to 
Gertrude Welsing in 1856. Ten children issued out of this happy 
union, of which six survive, four sons and two daughters. He 
emigrated in 1857. He has continously resided at School Section, 
town of Two Rivers until his death. He will be buried today. The 
interment will take place at the public cemetery of this city. 
Rev. M. Uebele will conduct the services.
The Reporter, Sat., Mar. 7, 1908
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First publication March 10, 1908.
Order for Proof of Will.
State of Wisconsin-County Court for Manitowoc County.
In the matter of the Estate of Carl Meisner, deceased.-In Probate.
An Instrument in writing, purporting to be the Last Will and Testament 
of Carl Meisner, of Mishicott (sic), in said County, having been delivered 
into said Court;
And Joseph M. Spahn, of Chicago, Ill., in Cook county, having presented to 
said Court his petition in writing duly verified, representing among other 
things, that said Carl Meisner died testate, at Mishicott, in said County, 
on the 4th day of March 1908; that said Instrument is the Last Will of said 
deceased and that Joseph M. Spahn is named therein as Executor and praying 
that said Instrument be proven and admitted to Probate and that letters 
testamentary be thereon issued to Joseph M. Spahn.
It is ordered, that said petition and the matters therein be heard, and 
proofs of said Last Will and Testament be taken, at a general term of said 
County Court, to be held at the Probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on 
Tuesday, the 7th day of April 1908, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered, that notice of said hearing be given by publication 
hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the time of 
said hearing in the Wahrheit a newspaper published in said Manitowoc County.
Dated March 9th, 1908.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Burke & Craite, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Die Wahrheit, March 17, 1908 P. 5


GERTRUDE MEISNER

Mrs. Carl Meisner, an old and esteemed resident of the town of Mishicott was 
buried in the public cemetery at this place last Sunday, Rev. C. Doehler of 
St. John's Lutheran church officiating. She was born in Spellen, Rhein Province, 
Germany, June 29th, 1832, her maiden name being Gertrude Wilsing. She was a 
most estimable woman and leaves a large circle of sorrowing friends and 
relatives.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tues., Sept. 6, 1898
*****
Death in Mishicott last week of Mrs. Carl Meissner(sic), an old and respected 
settler in that town. The deceased was born 29 June 1832 in Spellen, Rhineland. 
The funeral took place Sunday.
Der Nord Westen, Sept. 8, 1898
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Notes From Mishicott:
Mrs. Carl Meisner of School Section died last Thursday of heart failure. Funeral 
was held last Sunday to the public cemetery at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, September 8, 1898 pg. 3
*****
(From county death index: Gertrude Meisner d. Sept. 1, 1898 vol.6, p.104)
*****
Gertrude Wilsing Meisner
birth: 29 June 1832 Germany, Europe
death: 1 September 1898 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1898 Mishicot, Wis.
father: Fred Wilsing
mother: Lena
spouse: Charles Meisner
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


EARL E. MELCHERT

Earl E. Melchert, age 80, of 1316 21st St., Two Rivers, died 
Thursday morning, September 7, 1995, at his home.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, September 9, 
1995, at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home. Officiating at the 
service will be Rev. Kim Henning. Burial will take place Monday, 
September 11, 1995 at Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born September 9, 1914, in Manitowoc, son of the late Edward 
and Helen Vanderbloemen Melchert. Earl was a graduate of Washington 
High School with the class of 1932. On July 20, 1940, he married the 
Dorothy E. Houghton, in Manitowoc. Earl owned and operated Melchert's 
?????? in downtown Two Rivers for ?? years. He was instrumental in 
developing the recreational department at the Community House in Two 
Rivers.
Survivors include one daughter, Susan and Larry Cruthers (?), Chesapeake, 
???; two granddaughters, Carrie, Andrea, T?????, ????? ?k Polly Cruthers, 
Chesapeake, ?a; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also 
survive.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from ?:30 p.m. 
on Saturday until the time of service.
Memorials may be made to the Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Herald Times Reporter, September 8, 1995 P. A2
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(Earl E Melchert/09 Sep 1914/07 Sep 1995/SSDI)
*****
(Note: This was extremely light and difficult to read)


SHARON MELVILLE

Sharon Melville, nine months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert 
Melville of route 2, Manitowoc, died at 4:30 a.m. Sunday at the 
Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. today at the Klein and Stangel 
funeral home in Two Rivers, The Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Burial 
was in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Survivors are the parents; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Connie 
Althen; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Jane Melville of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 13, 1948 P.2


ADA MENGES

Funeral services for Mrs. Ada Menges, 84, formerly of Cedar Heights Road, 
Two Rivers, who died Saturday morning at Hamilton Memorial Home, will be 
at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. Richard Weber officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Menges, nee Ada Schwarz, was born March 3, 1888, daughter of the 
late Frederick and Fredericka Stechmesser Schwarz. She attended St. John 
Parochial School and was graduated from Two Rivers High School. She was 
married to Henry Menges May 15, 1907, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in 
death May 12, 1960.
Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Eugene Peroutka, Mrs. Joseph Jebavy 
and Mrs. Elmer Petrashek, of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Richard Bosley, of 
Milwaukee; five sons, Bernhardt, Henry, Harold and Randolph, of Two Rivers, 
and Arnold, of Milwaukee; 27 grandchildren and 36 great grandchildren. Two 
daughters and a son, a grandson and a great granddaughter prededed her in 
death.
Friends may call from four o'clock this Monday afternoon until 9 o'clock 
this Monday evening at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and from 
11 a.m. Tuesday at the church until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. January 8, 1973
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(03 Mar 1888/Jan 1973/SSDI)


GEORGE ALBERT MENGES

George A. Menges, 72, of 2030-25th St., Two Rivers, died early Saturday night 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient for two weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John Lutheran Church, the 
Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Mr. Menges was born at Two Rivers July 23, 1878, son of the late Philip and 
Maria Hardt Menges. He attended St. John Parochial School, Two Rivers. For 20 
years previous to his retirement four years ago he was an employe of the Hamilton 
Mfg. Co., Two Rivers. He never married.
Surviving are two sisters, Miss Mary Menges of Two Rivers and Mrs. Elmer Boettcher 
of Chicago; a brother, William of Larrabee and a number of nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Deja & 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 hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 6, 1960  P. 15
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[bur. 06-07-1960/age 72 yrs.]


HENRY MENGES SR.

Funeral services for Henry Menges Sr., 78, of 4308 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers, 
who died unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home Thursday noon, will be at 
2 p.m. Saturday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
W. G. Haase officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Mr. Menges was born Feb. 18, 1882, in Germany, a son of the late Philip and 
Maria Hardt Menges. When he was an infant the family brought him to this country, 
settling at Two Rivers. He attended St. John Parochial School, Two Rivers, and 
later, until 1924 when he became engaged in farming on the home farm, was employed 
at Mirro Alluminum Co., Two Rivers. He was a longtime member of St. John 
congregation and was a member of the old male choir of the church.
Besides his wife, the former Ada Schwarz, whom he married at Two Rivers, May 15, 
1907, he leaves five daughters, Mrs. Joseph Gagnon and Mrs. Elmer Petrashek of 
Two Rivers, Mrs. Eugene Peroutka and Mrs. Joseph Jebavy of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and 
Mrs. Leila Bertram of Milwaukee; six sons, Albert and Arnold of Milwaukee, 
Bernhardt, Henry Jr., Harold and Randolph of Two Rivers; two brothers, William 
of Larrabee and George of Two Rivers; two sisters, Miss Mary of Two Rivers and 
Mrs. Elmer Boettcher of Chicago; 34 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, until 11 a.m. 
Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 13, 1960  P. 19 


MARIA MENGES    (d. 1941)

Mrs. Philip Menges, one of the oldest residents of Two Rivers, died at her 
home in that city at 9:30 p.m. Saturday. She was 89 years old and had been in 
failing health since last January.
Funeral services will be held at Two Rivers Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock 
from the Klein & Stangel, Inc. funeral home and at 2 o'clock from St. John's 
Lutheran church with the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' 
Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Menges, nee Mary Hardt, was born in Coblenz, Germany, April 2, 1852. She 
was married in Coblenz Nov. 9, 1874, and eight years later the family came to 
America.
The family came directly to Two Rivers in 1882 where Mr. Menges took employment 
at the old chair factory. For 18 years they lived at Two Rivers and then moved 
to a farm in the town of Two Rivers a mile and one-half north of that city on 
Highway 147. They operated the farm until 17 years ago when a son, Henry, took 
over and they moved back to Two Rivers. Mr. Menges died four years ago.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Elmer Boettcher, Chicago and Miss Mary at home; 
three sons, Henry, town of Two Rivers, George at home, and William of Larrabee; 
16 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 20, 1941 P. 2
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MARRIED FIFTY YEARS
Sunday was a great day at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Menges, Twenty-fifth Street. 
They had been married just fifty years and their friends and relatives gathered to help 
them celebrate the occasion.
It was a happy social gathering and the old folks were thrilled with the joy of the event.
The couple are pioneer residents, having been citizens here nearly 50 years, coming here 
shortly after their marriage which occurred in Germany. A sumptuous chicken supper 
was enjoyed by the guests. Five children and grand children were among those present. 
The children are Henry, Mary, George, William and Mrs. E.W. Boettcher.
The guests were Miss Mary Menges, George Menges, the Messrs. And Mmes. Henry 
Menges and family, William Menges and family, Elmer W. Boettcher and son Donald, 
Fred Bruhn Sr., Herman Raatz and family, Herman Pfefferkorn and family, Wilbert 
Mueller and family, Joseph Gloe, Ervin Zarn and family, B.J. Boettcher and daughter 
Emma, B.H. Neumann, Chas. Beeck, John Bruhn and family and Miss T. Raatz and 
Mrs. Charles Meineke.
Two Rivers Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis., Friday, November 14, 1924 pg. 1
*****
[bur. 10-22-1941/age 89 yrs.]


MARY MENGES    (d. 1982)

Miss Marie Menges, 97, formerly of 2030-25th St., Two Rivers, died Monday 
morning, April 19.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelzer will officiate and burial will be 
in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Miss Menges was born June 26, 1884, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Phillip 
and Mary Hart Menges. She attended St. John Parochial School and later worked 
as a housekeeper. She was a member of Ladies Society of St. John Evangelical 
Lutheran Chruch, and the quilters.
Survivors include a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 
four brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 6 p.m. to 
8 p.m. Tuesday and at the church Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, April 19, 1982 P. 3
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[Marie/bur. 04-21-1982/age 90 yrs.]
(Marie Menges/26 Jun 1884/Apr 1982/SSDI)


PHILLIP MENGES    (d. 1938)

Philip (sic) Menges, 84, a resident of the county for the last 56 years, died 
at his home in Two Rivers early this morning following a stroke suffered 
yesterday. He had been in good health up to a week ago when he contracted a 
severe cold.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 from the home and at 
2 o'clock from St. John's Lutheran church in Two Rivers with the Rev. W. G. 
Haase officiating. The body was taken to the Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral 
Home and will be taken home later. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest 
cemetery.
Menges, who was born in Grossen Linden, Hessen Darmstadt, Germany on August 1, 
1853, came to Two Rivers with his family in May 1882 and took employment at the 
old chair factory. He worked there for 14 years and then went to work for the 
Hamilton company where he remained for four years. In 1900 the family moved to 
a farm north of Two Rivers and remained there until 1924 before moving back to 
this city. The farm is now operated by his son, Henry.
The Mengeses were married in Germany in November, 1874. Last November, they 
celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary.
Survivors are the widow; three sons, Henry of the Town of Two Rivers, George of 
Two Rivers and William of Larrabee; two daughters, Mary and Mrs. Elmer Boettcher 
of Two Rivers; 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 9, 1938  P.2
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MARRIED FIFTY YEARS
Sunday was a great day at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Menges, Twenty-fifth Street. 
They had been married just fifty years and their friends and relatives gathered to help 
them celebrate the occasion.
It was a happy social gathering and the old folks were thrilled with the joy of the event.
The couple are pioneer residents, having been citizens here nearly 50 years, coming here 
shortly after their marriage which occurred in Germany. A sumptuous chicken supper 
was enjoyed by the guests. Five children and grand children were among those present. 
The children are Henry, Mary, George, William and Mrs. E.W. Boettcher.
The guests were Miss Mary Menges, George Menges, the Messrs. And Mmes. Henry 
Menges and family, William Menges and family, Elmer W. Boettcher and son Donald, 
Fred Bruhn Sr., Herman Raatz and family, Herman Pfefferkorn and family, Wilbert 
Mueller and family, Joseph Gloe, Ervin Zarn and family, B.J. Boettcher and daughter 
Emma, B.H. Neumann, Chas. Beeck, John Bruhn and family and Miss T. Raatz and 
Mrs. Charles Meineke.
Two Rivers Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis., Friday, November 14, 1924 pg. 1
*****
[bur. 02-12-1938]


ALICE MERTENS

Mrs. Alice M. Mertens, age 67, of 54 W. Arndt St., Fond du Lac, died Thursday, 
June 22, 1995, at St. Agnes Hospital.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 25, 1995, at Mach Funeral 
Chapel, 31 E. Division St., Fond du Lac, Rev. John T. Steinbrecher will officiate 
with inurnment in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born August 15, 1927, in Mishicot, daughter of the late Edward and Viola 
Strodhoff Koch. She married Wilbur N. Mertens February 14, 1953, in Two Rivers. 
She lived in Manitowoc, Sheboygan and Fond du Lac. Mrs. Mertens is a graduate of 
Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. She was a secretary for the Fond du Lac County 
Soil and Conservation Service for 17 years.
Survivors include four sons and three daughters-in-law, Steven and Patricia Mertens, 
Bethesda, Md., Richard and Connie Mertens, Alexandria, Va., Jeffrey and Kelly 
Mertens, Longmont, Colo., James Mertens, Bettendorf, Iowa; seven grandchildren; 
two sisters and brothers-in-law, Hazel and Kenneth Emond, Brownsville, Texas, Elva 
and Knut Berg, Wausau. She was preceded in death by her husband on April 10, 1990, 
and her parents.
The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. on Sunday at March Funeral Chapel, 
Fond du Lac.
Herald Times Reporter, June 23, 1995 P. A2


ANNA MERTENS

A 6-mo. old little daughter of Joseph Mertens in Two Rivers 
died Tues. morning.
Der Nord Westen, 19 May 1904
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The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Mertens died this morning. She was one 
year and six months old. A twin sister of the dead child died a few months ago.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., May 17, 1904
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(Note: According to her stone, she was a year or less old.)
*******
(From 1900 Two Rivers census:
Joseph Mertens age 27; wife Ida age 27 had 2 children, 2 living;
Walter age 2; Lily age 6/12)
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(From 1910 Two Rivers census:
??streich Joseph Mertens age 37; wife Ida age 36 had 4 children, 1 living;
Walter W. age 12)
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From State Microfiche Birth index:
Anna Mertens
b: 26 Mar 1903
Reel: 0122
Record: 000002
*******
From State Microfiche Birth index:
Ida M Mertins
b: 26 Mar 00 (year unknown)
Reel: 0122
Record: 000003


CAROLINA MERTENS    (d. 1909)

PASSES AWAY
Mrs. Fred Mertens Sr., died at the age of 76 years last Saturday noon. The 
decedent was ill for the past year. Dropsy was the direct cause of her death. 
She leaves a large relationship to mourn over her demise. The departed one 
was a devout Christian, being a constant attendant of the Lutheran Church from 
which she was buried yesterday afternoon.
The Reporter, Tues., Dec. 7, 1909


CAROLINE MERTENS    (d. 1921)

PIONEER TWO RIVERS WOMAN DIES SUDDENLY
Death came almost without warning of Mrs. Fred Mertens, pioneer resident of 
Two Rivers, at her home there yesterday. Although Mrs. Mertens had been 
afflicted by illness for a long time, there was no thought of her condition 
being serious and her death was a great shock. Mrs. Martens, up to within a 
few hours of her death, was up and about as usual.
Decedent was 63 years of age and had spent her entire life at Two Rivers where 
she was widely known and esteemed highly. She is survived by her husband and 
eight children. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at the Lutheran 
church at Two Rivers. 
Manitowoc Herald News, December 15, 1921  P.1
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Notes From Two Rivers
Mrs. Fred Mertens died Dec. 15 at her home on Twenty-first street. 
Heart trouble was the cause of her death. Mrs. Mertens, formerly 
Caroline Wilke, was born in this city sixty three years ago, and 
has resided here ever since. In 1877 she married John Goedjen Sr., 
who died four years later. One son, John Jr., resulted from the 
marriage.
In 1883, Mrs. Goedjen was married to Fred Mertens Sr. Besides her 
husband, she leaves seven children: William, Fred, Arthur, Norman, 
Edna, Elsie, all of this city, and Mrs. Ervin Meineke of Chicago. 
The funeral took place from St. John's Lutheran church Saturday 
afternoon, the Rev. Haase officiating.
The Manitowoc Pilot, December 22, 1921 
*********
Mrs. Fred Mertens, 1604 21st Street, passed away at her home this morning from 
the effects of a stroke of paralysis which she suffered last night. Mrs. Mertens 
has been an invalid for a long time but she was a patient, uncomplaining sufferer 
and was greatly beloved by many friends as well as her family circle.
Deceased, nee Lena Caroline Wilke, was born in the Town of Two Rivers, Aug. 28, 
1858 and has since resided here. Besides her husband she leaves eight children. 
They are Fred, William, Arthur, Norman, Elsie, Edna and Mrs. Erwin Meinecke of 
Chicago and a son, John Goedjen of this city, by a former marriage, also one 
brother, Henry Wilke of this city; sister, Mrs. Catherin Goedjen, Mrs. Geo. Kahrs 
and Miss Anna Wilke of Watertown, So. Dakota. Six grandchildren also survive.
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from St. Johns Lutheran Church of which 
she was a devoted member, Rev. W.G. Haase will officiate.
The Reporter, Thurs., Dec. 15, 1921
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Card of Thanks
We wish to extend our sincere thanks to neighbors and friends for their kindness 
and sympathy in our bereavement due to the illness and death of our beloved wife 
and mother. We also desire to express our gratitude for the many beautiful floral 
tributes, for the use of automobiles and to Rev. Haase and the soloist.
Fred Mertens and family
Reporter, Dec. 22, 1921


CLARA MERTENS

Mrs. Clara Mertens, 79, formerly of 1932 31st St., Two Rivers, died Monday night 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient four years. 
Funeral services will be at 10:30 am Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels 
and at 11 am at St. John Evangelical Lutheran church, Two Rivers, the Rev. T.F. 
Stern officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Mertens, nee Clara Nischke, was born Feb. 5, 1887, at Fredonia, Door County, 
daughter of the late William and Rosalina Kaepsell Nischke. When she was a child 
the family brought her to Two Rivers where April 12, 1909, she was married to 
William J. Mertens. He preceded her in death in 1964.
Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. William (Evelyn) Kaiser, Mrs. Edward (Arlene) 
Klabunde and Mrs. Allan (Carol) Gauthier of Manitowoc, Mrs. Wilfred (Edna) Broker 
of Two Rivers and Mrs. Robert (Esther) Bacca of Los Angeles, Calif.; a son, 
Albert of Manitowoc; a brother, Arthur of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Luella 
Lenhardt, of Two Rivers; 28 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 pm Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., April 5, 1966 page M13
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(Clara Mertens/05 Feb 1887/Apr 1966/SSDI)


ELVA H. MERTENS

Mrs. Elva Mertens, 85, a former Two Rivers resident, died Wednesday afternoon 
at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate with burial in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Mertens, nee Elva Heyroth, was born July 14, 1891, in the town of Mishicot, 
daughter of the late Louis and Helen Bartel Heyroth. Her husband, William B. 
Mertens, preceded her in death July 24, 1950. She was a member of the Ladies 
Society of St. John Church.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Russell (Anna) Luebke, of Milwaukee, a brother, 
Arthur, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, and a daughter, Mrs. Glenn (Amanda) Tetzlaff, of 
Sheboygan.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 6 to 9 p.m. 
Friday and at the church after 11 a.m. Saturday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, June 23, 1977  P. 18 
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(14 Jul 1891/Jun 1977/SSDI)
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One of Two Rivers exemplary young men claimed for his bride one of Mishicot's 
fairest daughters, when last evening at six, William Mertens, son of Mr. and 
Mrs. Fred Mertens and Miss Elva Heyroth, daughter of M. Louie Heyroth, were 
married at the home of the latter. Rev. Zell performed the ceremony in the 
presence of the immediate families only. Arthur Mertens and Miss Amanda Heyroth 
attended the couple. The couple departed on an auto trip up state and after 
August 16th will be at home in this city where the groom is employed as auto 
truck driver for the Wadhams Oil Co. The Reporter extends best wishes and 
congratulations.
The Reporter, Fri., Aug. 3, 1917


EMMETT "BUCKY" MERTENS

Emmett (Bucky) Mertens, 75, of 3017 Prairie St., Two Rivers, died late Monday 
in Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 2 pm Wednesday in 
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. The Rev. Marvel Juve will officiate 
and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Mertens was born May 8, 1903 in Two Rivers, son of the late Henry and Emma 
Lessing Mertens. He attended Two Rivers Schools and married Ethel Mettler in 
1927 in Marinette. Mr. Mertens had been a tavern operator most of his life and 
was a member of the Senior Citizens.
Survivors include his wife and three sisters, Mrs. Frank (Ethel) Gosz of Rockwood, 
Mrs. Norbert (Ruth) Spaeth of Manitowoc and Mrs. William (Alice) Strong of Pueblo, 
Colo.
Friends may call in Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from noon Wednesday until the 
time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, Dec. 12, 1978 page 3
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(08 May 1903/Dec 1978/SSDI)


FRANCES MERTENS

Mrs. Frances Mertens, 81, of 1412-22nd St., Two Rivers, widow of Fred (Ole) 
Mertens, longtime Draft Board member and Two Rivers business man, died late 
Saturday night at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels 
and at 9:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. James 
Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Mertens, nee Frances Bonk, was born Aug. 22, 1890, in the Town of Two 
Creeks, daughter of the late Frank and Jennie Gonia Bonk. When she was a 
child the family brought her to Two Rivers, where she attended Sacred Heart 
Parochial School. She was a member of Auxiliary of Eleven Gold Star Post No. 
1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Ladies Rosary Society of Sacred Heart. 
She was married in 1916 to Fred Mertens at Two Rivers. He preceded her in 
death in 1960.
She leaves a foster son, Dr. Wallace Bonk, of Ann Arbor, Mich., and a foster 
daughter, Mrs. Donald (Shirley) Brault, of Mt. Horeb, a brother, George Bonk, 
of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. James Schauer and Mrs. Ben Domborwski, of 
Two Rivers and Mrs. Theresa Gillespie, of San Diego, Calif., and three foster 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 4 o'clock until 9 o'clock this 
Monday evening where memorial services for the VFW Auxiliary will be at 7:30 
o'clock and for the parish at 8:30 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 17, 1972


FRED MERTENS    (d. 1927)

After a lingering illness, Fred Mertens, 69, who has resided in this city all
his life, with the exception of a short time that he lived at Shoto, passed
away this afternoon at the family home, 1604 Twenty-first street. The deceased
had been employed in various local plants up to within six years ago, when he
retired to private life. His wife died several years ago.
Three daughters, Mrs. Irving Meinecke, Chicago, Mrs. Roderick Owens and Mrs.
R.E. Klinkner, both of this city, four sons, William B., Fred, Arthur and
Norman and one stepson, John Goetgen, and 11 grandchildren survive. He is also
survived by three sisters, Mrs. Fred Luecke and Mrs. Charles Miller of Manitowoc,
and Mrs. William Robinson of California, and three brothers, William, John and
Henry, all of this city.
The body will be at the Beduhn and Goetz chapel on Sunday and Monday and burial
will take place Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 from the home on Twenty-first street,
and at 2:00 o'clock from the St. John's Lutheran church.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 23, 1927  p.9
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BURIAL THIS AFTERNOON
The funeral of the late Fred Mertens Sr., who passed away at his home, Twenty-
first street, Friday afternoon, took place this afternoon, at 2 o'clock from the 
St. John's Lutheran church. Burial was at Pioneer's Rest.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, December 27, 1927 P. 10


FRED J. MERTENS    (d. 1960)

Set Military Funeral for F.J. Mertens
Two Rivers- Full military funeral services will be held for Fred J. (Ole) 
Mertens, 71, of 2115 Polk St., prominent retired Two Rivers businessman 
and overseas veteran of World War I, at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Deja and
Martin Funeral Chapels and at 11 a.m. at St. John Evangelical Lutheran
Church. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery here.
Participating in the rites will be the firing squads of the Eleven Gold
Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Robert E. Burns Post
165, American Legion. The Rev. T.F. Stern will officiate in the services
at the church.
Ill Since December
Mr. Mertens died at 8:30 a.m. Friday at Veterans Administration Hospital,
Wood, Wis., where he had been ill since early in December.
Mr. Mertens was born Feb. 7, 1889, at Two Rivers, son of the late Frederick
and Anna Wilke Mertens. He attended St. John Parochial School and Two Rivers
High School, after which he took employment with American Express Co. 
operated here by the late Gus C. Kirst. He entered World War I in late April
of 1918 and was assigned to the 339th Infantry. Two months later he went
overseas, first serving in France and later in Russia. In Russia his unit,
which included the Rev. John S. Landowski, pastor of St. Mary Catholic Church,
Manitowoc, who served as chaplain, became known as the "Lost Battalion",
stationed near Archangel. The unit was not contacted until some time after
the end of the war.
Returning to the states 16 months later, Mr. Mertens worked for a short time
at Plant No. 1 of Mirro Aluminum Co. He then acquired a tavern on Washington
Street what is now the site of the Petrie Bar. Nearly 18 years ago he took
over the management of the Veterans of War Clubhouse on the east side, a
position which he held for 12 years, retiring six years ago.
Active in Baseball
Virtually all his life Mr. Mertens was closely identified with the conduct
of baseball teams in the community. After his return from World War I he
served with August L. Gloe of Manitowoc as co-manager of the city baseball
team. In 1950 he was a member of the board of directors of the Two Rivers
Baseball Assn.
A lifelong Democrat, Mr. Mertens was appointed a member of the Two Rivers
Draft Board in 1940. He retired from the board in 1945, a period which he
served as chairman. A member of the VFW post and the Legion post of the 
city, he was also a charter member of the February Club and served for two
years as its president.
Surviving Mr. Mertens are his wife, the former Frances Bonk, whom he 
married at Two Rivers April 23, 1918; two sisters, Mrs. Elsie Owens of
Two Rivers and Mrs. Ervin H. Meineke of Chicago; a half-brother, John
Goedjen of Two Rivers and a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, February 20, 1960  page 9
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Military funeral services for Fred J. (Ole) Mertens, 71, of 2115 Polk St.,
Two Rivers, retired Two Rivers businessman who died Friday, were at 10:30 a.m.
Monday at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 11 a.m. at St.
John Lutheran Church, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. Burial was in Pioneers'
Rest Cemetery. Graveside services were conducted by American Legion and 
Veterans of Foreign Wars posts.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, February 23, 1960, page 11
(Pallbearers omitted for privacy)
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Two Rivers Reporter-Fred Mertens sent a cablegram to relatives here 
Monday from Archangel, Russia where he is serving with the American 
forces. The message said "Merry Christmas. Am Well." In a letter 
received by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Mertens last week he told 
of intense cold in that region, Archangel being a port on the White 
Sea, an arm of the Arctic ocean. He said the men have plenty of 
clothing and other necessities. The letter was written in a box car. 
He had been in the trenches shortly before. The troops are there to 
oppose the Russian Bolsheviki and the inhabitants who are also opposed 
to the latter are of course very friendly to the allied soldiers. Mr. 
Mertens know of no other Wisconsin men in the army near Archangel, from 
this vicinity.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, December 28, 1918, Page 4
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Fred Mertens, a Two Rivers boy who probably saw as much if not more hard service 
in the army than any Manitowoc County man is back home. Mertens was in for two 
years and was selected among men to be sent into Russia with the American forces 
and while he has returned as hale and hearty as when he left, he saw more suffering 
from cold, exposure and hunger than most of the lads in regular service. Several 
times it was reported that Mertens was among the missing but he managed to escape 
these dangers our troops were in, in the land of the Bolsheviki where they were at 
the mercy of the most savage and heartless enemy of the great war.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thurs., July 17, 1919 page 2
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BACK FROM THE FAR NORTH
After spending ten months fighting Bolsheviks in northern Russia, Fred Mertens, 
who served in the 339th Infantry, arrived home last Thursday night. He left 
Archangel, one of 1600 soldiers, June 3 in the only transport in port and 
preceded by ice crushers, they steamed northward 400 miles into the Artic Sea 
and in ten days landed at Brest, France. In their journey through the Artic Ocean, 
they saw many seals on icebergs and also encountered a fleet of seal hunters. The 
returning troops embarked at Brest on the steamer Van Stueben arriving at New York 
June 30.
The experiences in north Russia were very trying. Of the ten months service, Corporal 
Mertens was able to get only 26 days rest. The other time was spent on the front 
line trenches where they fought hard to keep the enemy from flanking them. On the 
front lines, Corporal Mertens says, they lived in log houses and dugouts. The log 
huts were sometimes destroyed by enemy shells.
The most critical period was about last February when the Bolshevik army made a 
strong effort to cut off our men from the seas. The officers addressed the American 
soldiers acquainting them with the desperate situation. Then came a period of extreme 
cold which preverted enemy activity and enabled the American troops to strengthen 
their lines which held. Hard tack and bully beef was the principal food of our 
soldiers. The field of operations was in the land "of the midnight sun" and Corporal 
Mertens says that they could read a newspaper without a light at twelve and one 
o'clock at night in the month of June.
The Reporter, Thurs., July 17, 1919
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Fred Mertens and Miss Frances Bonk, of Two Rivers, were married today. Mr. 
Mertens will leave for Camp Custer Saturday and his many young friends have 
arranged a farewell party in his honor which will take place at Washington 
hall next Friday evening.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, April 23, 1918 P. 3


FRIEDRICH MERTENS  (d. 1917)

FRED MERTENS, OLD RESIDENT OF COUNTY; IS DEAD
Fred Mertens, one of the pioneer settlers of the county and among the 
oldest residents of Two Rivers, died at his home in that city yesterday 
at the advanced age of 83 years. Mr. Mertens came to Manitowoc county in 
the 50s and has resided here ever since. Burial will be at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, January 23, 1917, Page 1
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Mrs. William Robinson of Chicago is here, called to Two Rivers by the 
death of her father, the late Fred Mertens.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, January 24, 1917, Page 3
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DEATH CALLS OLD TIMER AND CIVIL WAR VETERAN
Fred Mertens, Aged 86, Dies After Short Illness at His Home
CAME HERE IN YEAR 1852
Went Downtown As Usual and Paid His Taxes Last Week
The fast thinning ranks of the Grand Army of the Republic lost another comrade 
Monday morning when death called Fred Mertens, aged 86, at his home on Jefferson 
Street.
Mr. Mertens had been ailing for some time and took to his bed Saturday. But on 
Wednesday, he was still well enough to visit the city treasurer's office to pay 
his taxes. Deceased was one of the city's old timers. He changed his residence 
when for a time he resided on a farm near Shoto where he lived twenty-five years. 
Later he again made his home in this city and resided here until his death. Mr. 
Mertens was born in Hanover, Germany in 1831. He came to America in 1852 with Mrs. 
Mertens, they having been married in the old country just before sailing. In the 
early days he was employed in the lumber industry here until 186? when he enlisted. 
His wife died eight years ago and since that time he resided alone in his home 
although his children desired him to make their home with them. The funeral took 
place Wednesday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church. A few of the old soldier 
comrades were present to honor their departed comrade. Decedent is survived by five 
sons, Fred, John William and Henry Mertens of this city and Herman of Sheboygan and 
four daughters, Mrs. Fred Luecke and Mrs. Chas. Miller of Manitowoc, Mrs. Ed. 
Klozinski of Kossuth and Mrs. William Robinson of Chicago.
The Reporter, Fri,  Jan. 26, 1917
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[Frederic Mertens]
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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.

Among the earliest settlers of Two Rivers who survive is Frederick Mertens, who 
came here in 1852 from Hanover, Germany. He had just been married and the couple 
enjoyed the long trip to America by sailing vessel as a honeymoon trip. They 
came to Chicago by rail and from thence by side wheel steamer and landed on the 
old pier here in September. They stayed for several days at the hotel which was 
conducted by Mr. Gebhardt on the site of the Waverly Hotel. Then Mr. Mertens 
found employment in the lumbering industry.
The work in which he was engaged consisted in loading vessels and scows with 
lumber and ties. On one occasion, Mr. Mertens relates he nearly lost his life 
while on board a vessel anchored off the shore here which he was helping load 
with ties. They had been taken aboard on a yawl in calm weather. The ties had 
been floated out to the vessel to be transferred on board. While the loaders were 
on board, a furious storm arose. Dr. Oswald overheard some fishermen express the 
belief that the vessel could not weather the storm. In a short time it was driven 
on shore by the gale and was in danger of going to pieces. Dr. Oswald went to Mr. 
Gebhardt, resolved to see that something was done to rescue the men on board. He 
agreed to give $20 to pay some fishermen for manning a boat to take them off. Mr. 
Gebhardt contributed $5. The fishermen were persuaded to make the attempt and Mr. 
Mertens and his companions among which were Henry Hempke, deceased, and five 
others whose names he does not recollect, were taken from the schooner. The next 
morning she had gone to pieces.
Mr. Mertens moved to Neshoto after a few years where he found employment in the 
lumber industry. In 1984 he enlisted in the army. Soon after his return from the 
war he settled on a farm near Neshoto where he resided twenty-five years. While 
on the farm, he and his family had a narrow escape from a fire which destroyed 
their dwelling at 2 o'clock in the morning. The fire originated on the outside of 
the building and Mr. Mertens was not awakened until the entire building was in 
flames. He then carried four of his children out, one at a time, not having time 
to awaken them.
For the past eight years, Mr. Mertens has resided here. His wife died four years 
ago. During her illness which lasted eight weeks, he nursed her night and day. 
The continued strain was too much for him and a nervous breakdown resulted, from 
which however, he has now recovered excepting that his limbs have been weakened 
and he finds it difficult to walk a long distance.
His eighty-three years rest lightly upon him. His hair has not turned gray and his 
health is good. On Sunday (tomorrow) he will make a twenty-five mile journey with 
his horse and buggy to Kossuth.
The Reporter, Sat., Nov. 8, 1913 


IDA MERTENS    (d. 1904)

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 07 Mar.)
Death of the 4-yr. old daughter of Joseph Mertens here with burial 
Sun. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 10 Mar. 1904
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(Note: According to her stone, she was a year or less old.)
*******
(From 1900 Two Rivers census:
Joseph Mertens age 27; wife Ida age 27 had 2 children, 2 living;
Walter age 2; Lily age 6/12)
*******
(From 1910 Two Rivers census:
??streich Joseph Mertens age 37; wife Ida age 36 had 4 children, 1 living;
Walter W. age 12)
*******
From State Microfiche Birth index:
Anna Mertens
b: 26 Mar 1903
Reel: 0122
Record: 000002
*******
From State Microfiche Birth index:
Ida M Mertins
b: 26 Mar 00 (year unknown)
Reel: 0122
Record: 000003


IDA MERTENS    (d. 1935)

DEATH CLAIMS MRS. J. MERTENS 
Long Illness Fatal to Resident of City for Half Century 
Mrs. Joseph Mertens, 62, a resident of the city for nearly 50 years, died at 
8 a.m. today at her home at 2008 Adams street. She had been in ill health since 
last fall and had been confined to her bed for the past six and one-half weeks.
Funeral arrangements have not been completed but it is understood that services 
will be held from the Beduhn and Goetz funeral home and St. John's Lutheran 
church with the Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in the family 
lot in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Mertens, nee Ida Kubel, was born in the town of Carlton, Kewaunee county, 
May 6, 1873, a daughter of the late William and Ida Kubel. At an early age she 
moved with the family to this city where she had resided since. On Feb. 27, 1897 
the deceased was married here to Joseph Mertens, who survives her. The couple had 
four children, all of whom are deceased. 
Besides her husband, Mrs. Mertens leaves two sisters, Mrs. Sophia Mosuch and Mrs. 
Edward Robinson, both of this city, and two brothers, William Kubel of this city 
and Fred Kubel of Muskegon, Mich. A sister, Mrs. William Sonntag died here 10 
weeks ago.
For many years Mrs. Mertens was an active member of the Ladies Aid society of St. 
John's church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 15, 1935  P. 11
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Funeral Arrangements Made for Mrs. Mertens 
Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Joseph Mertens, 62, who died early Monday morning 
have been completed. The body can be viewed at the Beduhn and Goetz Funeral home 
tonight and up to the time of the funeral. Services will be held Thursday afternoon 
at 1:30 o'clock from the funeral home and at 2 o'clock from St. John's Lutheran 
church with the Rev. W. G. Haase officiating.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 16, 1935  P. 11


JOHN MERTENS    (d. 1926)

Son Dies, Attack of Pneumonia, Father Ill
An attack of pneumonia from which he had been suffering only a short time, 
caused the death of John Mertens of this city at the Holy Family Hospital at 
Manitowoc Saturday noon. The funeral service will be held tomorrow, Tuesday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock at Grace Congregational Church, the Rev. Hawkes 
officiating. 
John Mertens was born in this city forty-five years ago and had been employed 
by the Eggers Veneer Seating Company. His wife preceded him in death two years 
ago and surviving are his father, William Mertens Sr., who is himself 
criticially ill; a brother, William Jr., and three sisters, Mrs. Frank Hronek, 
Mrs. George Fliegel and Mrs. Edward Wacek.
Manitowoc Herald News - Mon., Dec. 6, 1926 - page 12
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[John J. Mertens]
*******
A marriage ceremony performed by Rev. Doehler at St. John's Lutheran Church 
last week Thursday afternoon united John L. Mertens and Mrs. Lydia Nischke 
Pelzak.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 24, 1916


JOSEPH MERTENS

Joseph G. Mertens, 69, a resident of Two Rivers for more than 65 years, died 
at the Municipal hospital there at 12:20 p.m. today. He had been in failing 
health since February and had been at the hospital for the past week.
Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed but the body was taken to 
the Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home. 
Mr. Mertens was born in Detroit, Mich., in July 1873 and came to Two Rivers 
with his late parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Mertens, Sr., when he was a small 
child. As a youth he was employed in the old Mann saw mill and later served a 
short term as city street commissioner. He was employed at the Hamilton 
Manufacturing Company for 19 years.
Forty-seven years ago he married Miss Ida Kubel who died seven years ago. For 
the past five years he had made his home with a sister, Mrs. Edward Wacek, 
1708-23rd street. He was a veteran member of the Odd Fellows.
Survivors are one sister, Mrs. Wacek of Two Rivers, and one brother, William J. 
Mertens of Two Rivers. Four children preceded him in death. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 31, 1942  P. 2
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Funeral services for Joseph Mertens, who died at the Two Rivers Municipal 
hospital, Friday noon, will be held from the Klein and Stangel Inc. funeral 
home at 2:30 Monday afternoon with the Rev. F. E. Schlueter of the Emanuel 
Evangelical church officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. 
The services will be under the auspices of the Independent Order of Odd 
Fellows.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 1, 1942  P. 4


KATHERINE MERTENS    (d. 1918)

Death visited the home of Wm Mertens Sr. Friday and called Mrs. Mertens, who had 
been ill for the past few years. Mrs. Mertens was born in Germany January 31, 
1852. She came to this country when 17 years of age. She made Detroit, Michigan 
her home for a year and then moved to Escanaba, Mich., where she married William 
Mertens. They then moved to Two Rivers where they have resided for 41 years. The 
deceased leaves a husband and seven children, all of whom reside in Two Rivers. 
The children that survive her are: Joseph Mertens, Mrs. Frank Dett, Mrs. George 
Fiegle, John Mertens, Mrs. Erwin Rudebeck, William Mertens Jr., and Mrs. Ed Wacek. 
Mrs. Mertens was a member of the Altar Society of St. Luke's church. She had many 
friends and regardless of her illness had always a pleasant word. The funeral 
took place from St. Luke's church Monday morning. 
Among those who attended from out of town were Herman Mertens of Sheboygan, Mr. 
and Mrs. Fred Luecke, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Miller and Mr. and Mrs. Anton Wacek 
of Manitowoc.
The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 8, 1918
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[Catherine Mertens]


LILLIE MERTENS    (d. 1910)

Lillie Mertens, the ten year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Mertens residing 
on Jefferson Street, died of spinal trouble last Saturday morning. The funeral 
will take place Tuesday afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
The Reporter, Tues., Mar. 22, 1910


LYDIA MERTENS

DEATH FOLLOWS OPERATON FOR MRS. MERTENS
(BY Staff Correspondent)
TWO RIVERS, April 25-Mrs. John J. Mertens, well known resident of the East Side, 
died yesterday afternoon at the Holy Family hospital following an operation for 
appendicitis which was performed Tuesday of this week. The funeral will be held 
from the family home, Emmett street, Tuesday afternoon with services at St. 
John's Lutheran church. Rev. Haase will officiate at the last rites and burial 
will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery. 
Mrs. Mertens was forty-one years of age and was born in Theresa, Wisconsin. 
Besides her husband she is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Ferdinand Leonard, Mrs. 
Fred Horstman, Mrs. William Mertens, Alvina Nischke of Two Rivers, and four 
brothers, Arthur Nischke of Two Rivers,  William, address unknown, Rudolph of 
Oconto and Emil of Peshtigo.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 25, 1925 P. 2
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A marriage ceremony performed by Rev. Doehler at St. John's Lutheran Church 
last week Thursday afternoon united John L. Mertens and Mrs. Lydia Nischke 
Pelzak.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 24, 1916


MABEL MERTENS

A small child of John Martens in Two Rivers died last week and was 
buried Sat. from the Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 12 Sep. 1901
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County death index: 1901 Sep 05/MERTENS  Mabel/co. death index v.7  p.6)
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Name Mabel Mertens  
Event Type Death  
Event Date 1901  
Event Place Two Rivers, Wisconsin  
Residence Place Two Rivers, Wis.  
Gender Female  
Age 0  
Race W  
Birth Date 04 Jul 1901  
Birth Year (Estimated) 1901  
Birthplace Two Rivers, Wis.  
Burial Place Two Rivers, Wis.  
Father's Name John Mertens  
Father's Birthplace Wis.  
Mother's Name Mathilda Mertens  
Mother's Birthplace Wis.  
Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907 
*******
[Baby/no more information]


MATHILDA MERTENS

Mrs. John Mertens, 75, nee Tilllie Ramin, died Saturday afternoon at her home 
in Two Rivers. She had been in ill health for about a year.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Klein and Stangel 
Inc., funeral home chapel and at 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran church. The Rev. 
W. G. Haase will officiate with burial in Pioneer's Rest cemetery. Friends may 
call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday. 
Mrs. Mertens was born in Two Rivers in 1876 and after attending St. John graded 
school worked in several homes in Two Rivers at the Mann Brothers Pail factory. 
In 1893 she was married to John Mertens.
Survivors are the husband; two daughters, Mrs. Ike Shamrak of Two Rivers and 
Mrs. Earl Raatz of route 2, Manitowoc; two sons, Harold and Randolph of Two 
Rivers; three grandchildren and one great grandchild. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 23, 1950  P.2


NORMAN W. MERTENS

Norman W. Mertens, 56, of 2121 Adams St., Two Rivers, a veteran employe in the 
Maintenance Dept. of the Paragon Electric Co., Two River, died at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital Thursday night, where he had been a patient since Sunday.
Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Grace Congregational Church, Two 
Rivers the Rev. Carl Ipsen, pastor of Calvary Lutheran Church, officiating. 
Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Mertens was born April 5, 1902, in Two Rivers, son of the late Fred and 
Lena Wilke Mertens. He attended the public and St. John Parochial School for 
elementary education. Since 1941 he had been an employe of the Paragon Electric 
Co. He was a member of the Squeekers Club of Tisch Mills and the Goodfellowship 
Club of the Paragon firm.
Besides his wife, the former Theresa Brusky, whom he married Feb. 24, 1925, in 
Two Rivers, he leave a son, Wilbur of Sheboygan; two sisters, Mrs. Elsie Owens 
and Mrs. E. H. Meineke of Chicago; two brothers, John Goedjen and Fred (Ola) 
Mertens of Two Rivers, and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Inc. Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, until 11 a.m. 
Saturday, when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 24, 1958  P.17 


RANDOLPH B. MERTENS

Randolph B. Mertens, 82, of 3816 Woodland Drive, Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
April 8, 1990, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 7 p.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate. Buiral will be in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Mertens was born in Two Rivers on December 2, 1907, son of the late John 
and Mathilda Ramin Mertens. He worked for Two Rivers Public Works Department 
for many years and later was a self employed carpenter until his retirement.
Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law, Harold and Beatrice Mertens of 
Two Rivers; a sister and brother-in-law, Hazel and Earl Raatz of rural 
Manitowoc; a nephew, Gladyn Raatz of South Beloit, Wisconsin. He was preceded 
in death by two sisters and two nephews.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 4 p.m. 
Tuesday and until the time of service at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
********
[bur. 04-11-1990/age 82 yrs.]
(02 Dec 1907/08 Apr 1990/SSDI)


THERESA MERTENS

Mrs. Theresa Mertens, 64, of 2121 Adams St., Two Rivers, died Thursday morning 
at St. Agnes Hospital, Fond du Lac, where she had been a patient since April 1.
Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Grace Congregational Church. 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Reed Forbush officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Mertens, nee Theresa Brusky, was born April 7, 1904, in rural Kewaunee, a 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Brusky. She attended the district school 
there. She was married Feb. 24, 1925, to Norman Mertens at Two Rivers. He died 
Oct. 23, 1958.
She was employed from 1943 to 1957 at the Stegemann Sentry Store at Two Rivers. 
Since, until she retired in 1966 she worked at Paragon Electric Co. Inc. She was 
a member of Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Auxiliary and the Homemakers Club.
Besides her son, Wilbur, with the Internal Revenue Service at Fond du Lac, she 
leaves a sister, Mrs. Julia Walecka, of Two Rivers; a brother, Edwin Brusky, of 
Rt. 1, Kewaunee, and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers until 10:30 a.m. 
Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 19, 1968  P. 20 


WILBUR N. MERTENS

Mr. Wilbur N. Mertens, 64, of 196 Sheboygan Street, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, 
died April 10, 1990, at St. Agnes Hospital.
A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Mach Funeral Chapel, 
Fond du Lac. Pastor David G. Johnson will officiate. Cremation will take place 
with inurnment in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Mertens was born June 6, 1925, at Two Rivers, Wisconsin, son of the late 
Norman and Theresa Brusky Mertens. He married Alice M. Koch on February 14, 
1953, at Two Rivers. He was an Internal Revenue Service agent. He served with 
the United States Army during World War II and is a retired Major with the 
432nd CA Company, U.S. Army Reserves. Mr. Mertens lived in Manitowoc, Sheboygan 
and Fond du Lac. He was a graduate of Two Rivers Washington High School in 1943, 
Spencerian Business College in 1948 and the University of Michigan in 1956.
Survivors include his wife; four sons, Steven (Patricia) Mertens, of Washington, 
D.C., Richard (Connie) Mertens of Washington, D.C., Jeffrey Mertens of LaFayette, 
Colorado, and James Mertens of Kalamazoo, Michigan; and three grandchildren 
(private).
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, April 1990
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[cremated 04-16-1990]


WILLIAM MERTENS    (d. 1935)

Death Claims Man Born In Two Rivers In 1852 
William Mertens Sr., one of the first white children born in Two Rivers, died 
at 4:45 Friday afternoon at his home at 2008 Adams street, after a short illness. 
He was 83 years old. 
Funeral services will be held at the Beduhn & Goetz chapel Monday afternoon at 
2 o'clock, with the Rev. T. A. Hawkes, pastor of Grace Congregational church, 
officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The body will lie in 
state at the funeral home after 7 o'clock tonight, and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 
9 p.m. 
Mr. Mertens was born in this city, June 9, 1852, a son of the late Fred and Ida 
Redeker Mertens who immigrated to this country from Germany more than 85 years 
ago, and who were among the city's earliest settlers. Sixty-one years ago he was 
married to Katherine Smith at Escanaba, Mich. She preceded him in death 17 years 
ago.
For more than 40 years he was employed as a teamster for the old Mann Brothers 
company and for 15 years he was employed at the Hamilton Manufacturing company. 
He retired nine years ago.
The deceased is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Mary Hronek, Mrs. George Flegle 
and Mrs. Edward Wacek, all of this city, and two sons, William J. Mertens and 
Joseph Mertens, both of this city. He also leaves two brothers, John and Henry 
Mertens, both of this city, and three sisters, Mrs. Fred Luecke, of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Charles Miller of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Ida Robinson of Santa Monica, Cal. 
There are also __ grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren and two great great 
grandchildren. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 2, 1935  P. 11


WILLIAM B. MERTENS  (d. 1950)

W.B. Mertens Dies in City
William B. Mertens, 64, of 1718 27th street, Two Rivers, president of 
the county fair board and supervisor of the county board from Two 
Rivers for 20 years, died this afternoon at the Holy Family hospital.
Mr. Mertens had been ill for several months and was moved to the hospital 
several days ago.
He was engaged in the oil business in Two Rivers for many years but sold 
out his interest in the Lake Park Oil company a year ago. He had been on 
the fair board for 18 years, and last year was named president, succeeding 
the late L.O. Rehm of Kiel.
Thirty three years ago he married Miss Elva Heyroth. She survives with a 
daughter, Mrs. Russell Luebke of Janesville; three brothers, Fred, Arthur 
and Norman Mertens of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Elsie Ownes of Two 
Rivers and Mrs. E.H. Meineke of Chicago; and a stepbrother, John Goedjen 
of Two Rivers.
Funeral plans will be announced Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, July 24, 1950 P.1
********
One of Two Rivers exemplary young men claimed for his bride one of Mishicot's 
fairest daughters, when last evening at six, William Mertens, son of Mr. and 
Mrs. Fred Mertens and Miss Elva Heyroth, daughter of M. Louie Heyroth, were 
married at the home of the latter. Rev. Zell performed the ceremony in the 
presence of the immediate families only. Arthur Mertens and Miss Amanda Heyroth 
attended the couple. The couple departed on an auto trip up state and after 
August 16th will be at home in this city where the groom is employed as auto 
truck driver for the Wadhams Oil Co. The Reporter extends best wishes and 
congratulations.
The Reporter, Fri., Aug. 3, 1917


WILLIAM J. MERTENS    (d. 1964)

William J. Mertens, 78, former Two Rivers milk dealer, died early Monday night 
at Manitowoc County Hospital after a brief illness.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels 
and at 9 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. John K. 
Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Mr. Mertens was born July 16, 1886, at Two Rivers, son of the late William and 
Catherine Smith Mertens. He attended Two Rivers schools and in 1920 took over 
the operation of the former Farmers' Dairy and distributed the first pasteurized 
milk in the Two Rivers area in 1922. He disposed of the business which later 
became the Two Rivers Dairy on 18th Street, east side, now the Verifine Ice Cream 
and Dairy Co. In 1928, he became a machine operator in the wood plant of Hamilton 
Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, retiring in 1952. 
Mr. Mertens married the former Clara Nischke at Two Rivers, April 12, 1909. The 
couple celebrated its golden wedding anniversary in 1959. He was a member of 
Holy Redeemer Parish, Holy Name Society and the 20-Year Club of Hamilton Mfg. 
Co. 
Besides his wife he leaves five daughters, Mrs. William Kaiser, Mrs. Edward 
Klabunde and Mrs. Allan Gauthier of Manitowoc, Mrs. Robert Bacca of Los Angeles, 
Calif., and Mrs. Wilfred Brocher of Two Rivers; a son, Al of Manitowoc; a sister, 
Mrs. Carrie Wacek of Two Rivers; 25 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. by the family and Holy Name Society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 1, 1964 P. 3
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(16 Jul 1886/Aug 1964/SSDI)


JOHANN MESSERSCHMIDT

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 21 Apr.)
Death of John Messerschmidt on the 13th. He came here with his 
family in 1857. He was buried on the 16th in the Evangelical 
Cemetery, mourned by many friends and relatives and Pastor Eilert 
gave the funeral sermon.
Der Nord Westen, 23 Apr. 1891 
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Death of Johann Messerschmidt on Mon., 11 Apr., in the City of 
Two Rivers. He was the father-in-law of John Franz of Manitowoc. 
He was born in Hochelheim, Kreis Wetzlar, in Prussia on 04 Jan. 
1826, therefore reaching the age of 65 yrs. 3 mos. and 9 days. 
Mr. Messerschmidt was admired and respected byeveryone. He is
survived by his widow.
Der Nord Westen, 23 Apr. 1891


KATH. ELISABETHA MESSERSCHMIDT

Death on Wed., 26 Nov. in Two Rivers, of Kath. Elisabeth Messerschmidt, 
after a long painful illness with cancer. She was the sister of Mrs. 
Franz of Manitowoc. She was born in Hochelheim, Kreis Wetzlar, Prussia,
on 16 Oct. 1829. She came to America in 1855 with her husband John
Messerschmidt, who preceded her in death in Apr. 1891. She lived in Two
Rivers ever since. The funeral took place Sun., 26 Nov., at the Evangelical 
Church.
Der Nord Westen, 30 Nov. 1893
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(First publication Nov. 30, 1893.) No. 74
STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Katharine Elizabeth Messerschmidt, deceased.
An instrument in writing purporting  to be the last will and testament of 
Katharine Elizabeth Messerschmidt, of the city of Two Rivers, in said county, 
having been delivered into said court:
And A.J. Schmitz of the city of Manitowoc in said county, having presented to 
said court his petition in writing duly verified representing among other 
things, that said Katharine Elizabeth Messerschmidt died testate, at the city 
of Two Rivers, in said county, on the 23rd day of November 1893, that said 
instrument is the last will of said deceased and that A.J. Schmitz is named 
therein as executor and praying that said instrument be proven and admitted 
to proabe and that letters testamentary be thereon issued to A.J. Schmitz.
It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs 
of said last will and testament be taken, at a special term of said county court, 
to be held at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday the 26th 
day of December 1893, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is futher ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be 
given by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous 
to the time of said hearing in the Manitowoc Pilot a newspaper published in said 
Manitowoc county.
Dated November 27th, 1893.
By the Court,
Emil Baensch, County Jduge
Schmitz & Kirwan, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, November 30, 1893 P. 2


OTTO MESSERSCHMIDT

From Manitowoc county death records:
Otto Messerschmidt (v.30 p.191)
Divorced [from Fredricka Lorenzen]
Died March 21, 1936 at age 81 years
Parents are listed as unknown
   [John Messerschmidt and Catherina Heins]
Born Germany -at time of death lived at insane asylum, City of Manitowoc
Died from "carcinoma of stomach -general arteriosclerosis 
   -mental deficiency with deterioration"
Burial site is difficult to read 
   [Pioneers Rest, Two Rivers]
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Otto Messerschmidt, 81, Dies In Manitowoc Today
Two Rivers-Otto Messerschmidt, 81, a pioneer resident of the 
city, and a native of Germany, died in Manitowoc at 9 o'clock 
this morning where he had been a patient since 1904. Funeral 
arrangements have not been completed. The body was brought to 
the Beduhn & Goetz funeral home. Mr. Messerschmidt, whose wife 
died a number of years ago here is survived by a son, who 
resides in Marshfield.  
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 21, 1936
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(Note: His ex-wife's picture is in the glass negative photos)
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FORECLOSURE SALE.
IN CIRCUIT COURT-MANITOWOC COUNTY.
John Franz, Plaintiff vs. Otto Messerschmidt, and Friederike Messerschmidt, 
defendants.
By virtue of a judgment of foreclosure and sale, rendered in the above entitled 
action in the court aforesaid, on the 11th day of June, A.D. 1901, and duly 
perfected and docketed on the 15th day of June A.D. 1901, I shall offer for sale 
and sell to the highest and best bidder, at public vendue, at the front door of 
the court house, in the city of Manitowoc, Manitowoc Wisconsin, on 28th day of 
of (sic) October A.D. 1901, at 10 o'clock A.M. of that day all the following 
described mortgaged premises or so much as shall be sufficient to satisfy the said 
judgment, interest, taxes, solicitor's fees and cost of sale. Situated in the 
county of Manitowoc, and state of Wisconsin to-wit:
Lot No. five (5), subdivision of the East half of the Southeast quarter (E 1/2 of 
the S.E. 1/4) of section No. two (2), in township nineteen (19), North, of range 
twenty-four (24) East containing five acres of land according to the recorded plat 
of said subdivision, also the South three and one-third (3-1/3) acres of land of 
subdivision of lot No. six (6) in section No. one (1) in said township and range, 
being the South three and one-third (3 1/3) acres of a five (5) acre lot, which 
five (5) acre lot is bounded as follows: To a certain the starting point, begin 
at a post in the east line of said lot No. six (6), in the center of the highway, 
known as Townline Road, which road is a continuation of 4th street of the city of 
Two Rivers, and running west ten (10) chains to a post in said highway, thence 
south five (5) chains, to a post which is the starting point of said five (5) acres, 
thence south five (5) chains to a post, thence due west ten (10) chains to the west 
line of said lot No. six (6), thence due north on said line five (5) chains, thence 
due east ten (10) chains, thence due east ten (10) chains to the place of beginning 
containing in all eight and one-third (8-1/3) acres of land more or less.
Also the east quarter of lot No. three (3), and the east half of lot number four (4), 
in block No. 93 of the City of Two Rivers, according to the recorded plat of said city.
Dated Sept. 6, A.D. 1901.
Pierre Burt, Sheriff for the County of Manitowoc, Wis.
Schmitz, Burke & Craite, Plaintiffs Attorneys
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, October 17, 1901 P. 3


CONSTANCE MESSMAN

The funeral of little Constance Messman, seventeen-months'-old 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. August Messman of Lincoln ave., took 
place Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home, the Rev. W.G. 
Haase officiating. The baby died of convulsions. She is survived 
by her parents and two sisters and two brothers. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, September 1, 1923 P.11


EMMA MESSMAN

The invalid girl, Emma, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Messman 
died Thursday. She will be buried today.
The Reporter, Sat., May 16, 1908
********
A daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Messman of the Eastside died last Thursday 
and was buried on Saturday from St. John's Lutheran Church. Her name was Emma 
and she was about 13 years of age. Her life was brief and full of pain and 
suffering, as she was an invalid from the time she was two years old till the 
time death came to her relief.
The Chronicle, Tues., May. 19, 1908


ERNST MESSMAN

One of the Messman family of the Tow of Two Rivers who have been down 
with the small pox, a boy about 14 years of age, died of that disease and was 
buried privately one week ago at night. The rest of the family are recovering 
we learn, though one or two are not yet wholly out of danger. There were 
seven down with the disease at one time. 
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Dec. 25, 1894  


FRED MESSMAN

Fred Messman, 85, retired town of Two Creeks farmer, died unexpectedly at 1:30 
a.m. Wednesday at his home at 2906 Forest Avenue, Two Rivers, where he had 
resided for the past 19 years. He had been in good health up to the time he was 
stricken.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Klein & Stangel Inc. 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, the Revs. 
W.G. Haase and Frederic Zarling officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Fred Messman was born in the town of Two Creeks in 1868, a son of the late 
Frederick and Caroline Bauman Messman. He married Ida Gierke of the town of Two 
Creeks at the Lutheran Church in the town of Mishicot in 1901. For many years Mr. 
Messman served as a trustee of the Two Creeks Lutheran Church and served a number 
of years ago as a director of the Tisch Mills State Bank. He retired from farming 
19 years ago, the couple coming to Two Rivers to make their home. 
Besides his wife, Mr. Messman leaves a daughter, Mrs. Ottmar Pautz of Two Rivers; 
and two sons, Alfred of the town of Two Creeks and Herbert Messman on the homestead 
farm. There are also 10 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 p.m. Friday until the time of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 11, 1953  P. 8 


IDA MESSMAN

Mrs. Ida Messman, 85, of 2906 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, died early Friday morning 
at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient since the institution 
opened a year ago.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the 
Rev. T. F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Mrs. Messman, nee Ida Gierke, was born July 10, 1876 in the Town of Two Creeks, 
a daughter of the late John and Wilhelmina Zierzow Gierke. She was married 
June 8, 1901 in the Town of Mishicot to Fred Messman. They farmed in the Town of 
Two Creeks until 1934, retiring to Two Rivers. Mr. Messman died March 11, 1953. 
She was a member of the Ladies Aid Society of St. John Lutheran Church.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Ottmar Pautz, of Two Rivers; two sons, Alfred and 
Herbert, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, 10 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 23, 1962  P. 7 


ARNOLD MESSMANN

Arnold F. Messman(sic), 75, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Monday, 
May 29, 1989 at Shady lane Home. Memorial service will be 1:30 pm Wednesday 
at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Rev. David Scherbarth 
will officiate and burial will be in Pioneer's Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Messman was born September 20, 1913, son of the late John and Mary Wondrasch. 
He married Veronica Jerabek in 1958 at Manitowoc. She preceded him in death in 
1976. Mr. Messman worked at Mirro Corporation for over 35 years, retiring in 1979.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Dale Fischer of Manitowoc; 
two granddaughters, Terri and Cynthia Fischer; a step daughter, Audrey Becker of 
Manitowoc; two step grandchildren; three brothers and sisters-in-law, John and 
Emily Messman of Two Rivers, Orville and Elizabeth Messmann of Manitowoc, Raymond 
and Ruth Messman of Manitowoc. He was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.
There will be no visitation at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., May 30, 1989 page B8
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[cremated]
(20 Sep 1913/29 May 1989/SSDI)


DOROTHY MESSMANN

Stricken with illness nearly a year ago, Mrs. Orville Messman, 27, 1834 31st 
St., Two Rivers, mother of two small children, died early Monday morning at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where she had been a patient since last 
Thursday.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Messman, nee Dorothy Ihlenfeldt, was born in Milwaukee on Sept. 16, 1926, 
a daughter of William and Hannah Halderson Ihlenfeldt. She attended Koenig 
Elmentary School at Two Rivers and was graduated from Washington High School 
at Two Rivers with the class of 1944. A short while later she enrolled at 
Prospect Hall at Milwaukee where she completed a secretarial course. On May 22, 
1948, she was married at Two Rivers to Orville Messman, associated with her 
father in the operation of the Ihlenfeldt Appliance firm at Two Rivers. 
Besides her husband and parents, she leaves two children, Thomas and Merry, both 
at home. 
Mrs. Messman was affiliated with the Manitowoc Musicians Auxiliary of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 3 p.m. 
Tuesday until 10:30 a.m., when the casket will be taken to the church where the 
body will lie in state until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 10, 1954  P. 17 


ELIZABETH K. MESSMANN

"GOING HOME"
Elizabeth K. Messmann, age 96, a resident of Kindred Hearts in Manitowoc, died 
Tuesday afternoon, February 12, 2013 at her residence.
Elizabeth was born March 20, 1916, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Henry and 
Barbara (Petersohn) Petersohn. On December 7, 1957, she married Orville S. 
Messmann at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church in Two Rivers. He preceded her in 
death July 7, 1990.
Survivors include daughters: Alyce (Robert) Reese, Mequon; Merry Springer, 
Manitowoc; son: Thomas Messmann, Shoto; daughter-in-law: Joyce Behnke, Two 
Rivers; grandchildren: Michele (Kelly) Patton, TX: Robert Reese Jr., Germantown; 
David (Tammy) Behnke, Menasha, Susan (Jim) Siehr, Mishicot; Thomas (Becky) 
Messmann Jr., Two Rivers; Rhonda (Dan) Bielinski, Newton; Ryan Messmann, Brillion, 
Jamie (CJ) Skelton, Sheboygan Falls, and great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one son: William R. Behnke; one son-in-
law: Clifford Spring; seven brothers and one sister.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 16, 2013, at 
First German Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. 
Benjamin Schaefer. Elizabeth has been cremated at All-Care Cremation Center, 
Manitowoc, and she will be laid to rest at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers, at 
a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday at First German Lutheran 
Church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting 
www.kleinandstangel.com
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Elizabeth's name to First German 
Lutheran Church, 1033 So 8th Street, Manitwooc, WI 54220.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
The family would like to extend a since (sic) thank you to Dr. Yetter, the staff 
at Kindred Hearts, Shady Lane Rehabilitation Center, and the many caring loving 
friends of Elizabeth.
Herald Times Reporter


JOHN MESSMANN

The funeral of John Messman Sr.(sic), was held Monday afternoon from St. John's 
church. His death occurred Friday from paralysis. He was born at Garilow, 
Mecklenberg, Schwerin, Germany in ?? and came to this vicinity in 1870 and has 
resided on his farm on the Rangeline. He is survived by nine children.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 24, 1914
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[John Messman]


JOHN MESSMANN    (d. 1933)

J. MESSMAN(sic) DEATH TODAY 
Prominent Contractor Will Be Buried Monday 
John W. Messman, 56, prominent east side mason contractor for many years, died 
this morning at the home, Emmett and 22nd street. He had been in failing health 
for the past three years but was able to continue his business until a year ago.
Funeral services will be held from the home at 140 p.m. Monday and at 2 p.m. 
from the St. John's Lutheran church, the Rev. Haase officiating.
The deceased was born in Two Rivers in 1877 and in 1902 was married to Miss Mary 
Wondrash who survives with a daughter, Mrs. Arlene Katarak, city, five sons, 
Norman, Raymond, John Jr., Orville and Arnold, three sisters, Mrs. August Schultz, 
town of Two Rivers, Mrs. August Schultz, town of Two Rivers, Mrs. George Reis, 
Mishicot, and Mrs. S. Stanul, city, two brothers, August and William of Two Rivers 
and his aged mother, Mrs. Mary Messman, city.
The remains will be removed to the home from the Klein and Stangel funeral home 
Saturday morning. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 21, 1933  P. 12
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[John Messman]


MARTHA MESSMANN

Martha Messmann, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Messman, who reside on the 
Range Line Road, died last Thursday of consumption at the age of 19. Her remains 
were buried in this city last Saturday. 
The Chronicle, Apr. 23, 1901
********
Martha Messman
birth: 16 July 1882 Two Rivers
death: 18 April 1901 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1901 Two Rivers
father: John Messman
mother: Mary
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[Martha MESSMAN]


MARY MESSMANN   (d. 1924)

Miss Mary Messmann passed away at the home of her  mother, Mrs. John Messmann, 
of 25th Street Sunday. Her death was due to cancer from which she suffered for 
a long time, an operation having failed to give relief.  Deceased was born in 
the town of Two Rivers, Sept. 23, 1871 and when a young lady came to this city 
with her mother and resided on Adams Street. Up to a  year ago, she was forelady 
in one of the departments of the Hamilton Mfg. Co.
Besides her mother, Mrs. Mary Messmann, she is survived by two brothers and three 
sisters. They are John Messmann of this city and August Messmann of the Town of 
Two Rivers. Mrs. August Schultz of the Town of Two Rivers, Mrs. George Reis of 
Mishicot, Mrs. Steve Stanul of this city. The funeral was held from St. John's 
church Wednesday afternoon. Interment at Pioneer's Rest Cemetery.
Among those from away who attended the funeral were Carl Duerschmidt Jr. of 
Luxemburg and Mr. and Mrs. ?? and Charles Duerschmidt of Kewaunee.
Card of Thanks
We desire hereby to express our deep gratitude to neighbors and friends for 
kindness and sympathy extended us in our bereavement due to the illness and death 
of our daughter and sister, Miss Mary Messmann. We are especially mindful of the 
beautiful flowers given including a generous tribute frmo the Hamilton Mfg. Co., 
and the free use of cars at the funeral.
Mrs. Mary Messmann & Family
The Reporter, Fri., May 9, 1924 
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HEIRS RECEIVE $1000
The Hamilton Mfg. Co. has paid to the heirs of the late Mary Messmann the sum 
of one thousand dollars life insurance which they carried on her behalf.
The Reporter, Fri., May 30, 1924


MARY MESSMANN    (d. 1935)

MRS. MESSMAN DIES FRIDAY
Two Rivers Pioneer Dies At Stanul Home
Mrs. Marie (sic) Messman, 86, a pioneer of the town of Two Rivers, died at the 
home of her daughter, Mr. Stephen Stanul, 1818 27th street, at 2:45 Friday 
afternoon. She had been in ill health for the past four years.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 from the Beduhn & Goetz 
chapel and at 2 o'clock in St. John's Lutheran church, with the Rev. W. G. Haase 
officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The remains can be 
viewed at the funeral home from 7 o'clock tonight to the time of the funeral.
Born in Germany 
Mrs. Messman, nee Marie Duerschmidt, was born in Hermansdorf, Germany, June 23, 
1847, a daughter of the late Anton and Agatha Duerschmidt. At the age of 18 she 
immigrated to this country with the family, settling in the town of Two Rivers. 
Sixty-five years ago she was married to John Messman in this city, the couple 
making their home on the Messman homestead farm in the town of Two Rivers. Her 
husband died 21 years ago and the deceased remained on the farm for nine years. 
Twelve years ago she came to this city to reside with her daughter, Mrs. Stanul.
The deceased leaves three daughters, Mrs. August Schultz of the town of Two Rivers, 
Mrs. George Reis of Mishicot and Mrs. Stephen Stanul of this city, and two sons, 
August of this city and William of the town of Two Rivers. She also leaves a 
brother, Charles Duerschmidt, of Kewaunee, 23 grandchildren and six great grand-
children.
Mrs. Messman had been a member of St. John's church for many years.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 19, 1935  P. 11
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[Mary Messmann]


ORVILLE MESSMANN

Mr. Orville S. Messmann, 69, of 1115 Green St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, July 3, 
1990 at VA medical Center, Milwaukee. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Saturday 
at First German Lutheran church, Manitowoc. Rev. Arno Wolfgramm will officiate 
and burial will be in Pioneer's Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born February 21, 1921 at Two Rivers, son of the late John and Mary Wondrash 
Messmann. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He married 
Dorothy Ihlenfeldt, May 22, 1948 in Two Rivers. She preceded him in death on May 10, 
1954. He then married Elizabeth Behnke on December 7, 1957 in Two Rivers. He owned 
and operated an Appliance Store in Two Rivers and later worked for the U.S. Postal 
Service until his retirement in 1980.
Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth, a son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Brenda 
Messmann of Two Rivers; a daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Clifford Springer of 
Sheboygan; a stepson and his wife, William and Joyce Behnke of Two Rivers; a step 
daughter and her husband, Alice and Robert Reese of Mequon, Wis., a brother and two 
sisters-in-law, Raymond and Ruth Messmann of Manitowoc, Emily Messmann of Two Rivers 
and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister. 
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 4 pm to 7 pm 
Friday from 9:30 am Saturday until the time of services at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., July 5, 1990


WILLIAM MESSMANN

William Messman, 84, of 2618 Lincoln Ave., Two Rivers, died Saturday 
afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Lutheran 
Church, the Rev. Edward Stelter officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Messman was born Aug. 30, 1888, in the Town of Two Rivers, son of 
the late John and Marie Duerschmidt Messman. He married Albertine Tegge 
Nov. 26, 1910, and farmed in the Town of Two Rivers from 1914 to 1940 
when he moved to the City of Two Rivers and was self employed as a mason. 
His wife preceded him in death in 1957. Survivors include a son, Ervin, 
of Two Rivers; a grandson; a sister, Mrs. Steve Stan?, of Two Rivers; 
and six great grandchildren. A daughter, four sisters and three brothers 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
3 p.m. Tuesday and after 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. August 20, 1973
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(William Messmann/30 Aug 1888/Aug 1973/SSDI)


FRED L. METTLER

Fred Mettler of Sun City, Arizona, died Tuesday, June 12.
Burial was in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers, Saturday, June 16.
Mr. Mettler was born August 1, 1913, at Antigo, Wis., son of Joseph and Lillian 
White Mettler. He married Mildred Wyszynski in 1941 at Two Rivers. Mr. Mettler 
was in business with his brother, Claude, at Two Rivers until 1946. He then left 
for West Bend, Wis., to form his own business, Sheet Medal (sic) and Air 
Conditioning, which he operated for 35 years. He then retired to live in Sun City, 
Arizona.
Survivors include his wife, Mildred; a sister, Mrs. Henry (Ethel) Havlinek of 
Two Rivers; two step-sisters, Mrs. Walter (Vera) Kurtz of St. Petersburg, Fla., 
and Mrs. Marvin (Lila) Koeser of Manitowoc; a brother, Eugene Mettler of Brookfield, 
Wis. He was preceded in death by a brother, Claude Mettler, and a step-sister, and 
three step-brothers.
Herald Times Reporter, June 20, 1984 P. 3
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[bur. 06-16-1984]
(01 Aug 1913/Jun 1984/SSDI)


MILDRED A. METTLER

Mildred Mettler-Tufts, age 89, resident of Gables on the Ponds, Random Lake, 
passed away Tuesday morning, April 11, 2006, at her residence. Mildred was born 
on April 15, 1916, in Two Rivers to the late Mike and Grace Becker Wynzynski. 
She lived her young life in Two Rivers and later married Fred Mettler. 
Mildred and Fred operated a variety of businesses ranging from a crop dusting 
business on the Lakeshore to a frozen custard stand in Eau Claire. They eventually 
settled in West Bend, where they started Barton Heating and Sheet Metal, a business 
they operated for over 20 years. Mildred worked side by side with her husband, 
managing schedules and financials for the business. They also built and operated a 
number of rental properties in West Bend. They were active in the local community 
including the Moose Lodge and Masonic Temple. Upon retirement, the couple moved to 
Sun City, Ariz., where Fred passed away in 1984. 
Mildred later remarried John Tufts Sr., originally from the Milwaukee area. The 
now Mildred Tufts lived in Sun City for over 20 years. John Tufts Sr. passed away 
in July of 2004. Mildred returned to Wisconsin in June of 2005 to be closer to 
family and friends. 
She had been a resident of Gables on the Pond in Random Lake since that time. She 
is survived by two nephews: Roger (Deanna) Halverson, Wayne, Pa., and Dean (Sheila) 
Halverson, Manitowoc; also surviving are other relatives and friends, including 
close family friends: Don and Karen Schneider of Adell. Mildred was preceded in 
death by her parents; her first husband: Fred Mettler; and her second husband: 
Jack Tufts; and also her sister: Wilma Halverson, in August of 2005. 
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, 
on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. Deacon 
Paul Kieffer will officiate with burial to follow at Pioneer Cemetery in Two Rivers. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Gables on the Pond, Random Lake.
Herald Times Reporter, April 2006
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(15 Apr 1916/11 Apr 2006/SSDI)


AMANDA MEYER

Mrs. John Meyer, 73, of 2102 14th Street, Two Rivers, died 
unexpectedly of a heart attack at her home at 10 a.m. Friday. 
She had been in failing health for more than two years. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John 
Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. 
Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Meyer, nee Amanda Markwardt, was born in the Town of 
Manitowoc, Sept. 22, 1882, a daughter of the late Jochem and 
Dorothea Medaus Markwardt. In 1905 she was married to William 
Steinbrecher at Two Rivers who died there in 1940. In 1942 she 
was married at Two Rivers to John Meyers who survives her. 
Besides her husband, she leaves two sons, William Steinbrecher 
of Two Rivers and Lloyd Steinbrecher of Sheboygan Falls; two 
stepsons, Roland and Harvey Meyer of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. 
Henry Landwehr of Sheboygan; eight grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Incorporated Funeral 
Home at Two Rivers from 2 p.m. Sunday to 10 a.m. Monday when 
the casket will be taken to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, October 7, 1955 


AUGUSTA MEYER   (d. 1938)

Mrs. John Meyer, 55, died at the Municipal hospital at Two Rivers 
last Friday morning and was buried Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Meyer, 
nee Augusta Horstmann, was born in the town of Two Rivers. 
Survivors are the husband, two sons, two brothers and a sister. 
Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Friday, July 8, 1938 


AUGUSTA MEYER  (d. 1968)

Mrs. Augusta (Gustie) Meyer, 89, formerly of 2408-12th St., Two Rivers, 
died Sunday night at Manitowoc County Hospital where she had been a 
patient for more than two years.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. Paul W. Funk officiating. Burial will be 
in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Meyer, nee Augusta Schultz, was born at Two Rivers June 26, 1879, a 
daughter of the late Carl and Albertina Grade Schultz. She attended St. 
John Evangelical Lutheran Parochial school at Two Rivers. In 1906 she was 
married to Henry Hansen at Two Rivers. She and her husband for years 
operated the former Diamond Buffet on Two Rivers' Washington Street, which 
later became an ice cream parlor. He died a number of years ago. Six years 
ago she was married to Edward Meyer, who preceded her in death five years 
ago.
Her only immediate survivor is a brother, Walter Schultz of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 25, 1968 P.20
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[bur. 11-27-1968/age 89 yrs.]


AUGUSTE MEYER

Mrs. Auguste Meier, widow of the late Carl Meier, died very suddenly last 
Thursday morning from a stroke of apoplexy. She lived all alone and had 
been dead several hours when discovered. Deceased was 76 years of age 
and was buried on Sunday from the Evangelical Church.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Mar. 30, 1897
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(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 29 Mar.)
Sudden death of an old settler, 76 yr. old widow Auguste Maier 
on Thurs., with burial Sun. at the Ev. Church.
Der Nord Westen, 01 Apr. 1897


CARL MEYER  (d. 1891)

Mr. Chas. Meyer, an old pioneer of this place, died at his residence on 
the South Side last Saturday after an illness of long duration. His funeral 
took place yesterday from the Methodist Church.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Apr. 21, 1891
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(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 21 Apr.)
Death on 18 Apr. of John Maier(sic), an old Two Rivers settler.
Der Nord Westen, Apr. 23, 1891
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(NOTE: Although the first name is different, this is probably
the same person..possibly he was Carl John but was called 
John..a common occurence of the time..then they put his first
name on the stone./Meyer/Maier/Mayer were interchangeable
spellings from record to record)


CATHRINE MEYER

FORMER RESIDENT OF TWO RIVERS DIES AT GALESBURG, ILL.
Mrs. William Meyer of Rhinelander, a former Two Rivers woman, died 
of cancer at a hospital in Galesburg, Ill., Wednesday. The remains 
were brought to Two Rivers for interment and the funeral will take 
place Saturday, Rev. Doehler officiating. 
Mrs. Meyer, nee Katherine Kurtz, as 61 years of age. She was a sister 
of Ald. John Kurtz, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, June 08, 1917, Page 5
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Mrs. William Meyer of Rhinelander, a former Two Rivers woman, died of cancer at 
a hospital in Galesburg, Ill., Wednesday. The remains were brought to this city 
for interment and the funeral will take place Saturday, Rev. Doehler officiating. 
Mrs. Meyer, nee Katherine (sic) Kurtz was born in this city 61 years ago. Her 
deceased husband was formerly in the cigar business on Jefferson Street until 
the family moved north. Deceased leaves two brothers, Alderman John Kurtz of this 
city and Henry of Ludington and Mrs. Chas. Moeller of Algoma.
The Reporter, Fri., June 8, 1917


CHARLES MEYER

TWO RIVERS MAN IS FOUND DEAD IN RIVER TODAY
Carl Meyer(sic), 87, May Have Ended Own Life There
Carl Meyer, 87, pioneer resident of Two Rivers, left home this morning at 7:30 
for his usual morning walk and three hours later his body was taken from the 
river near the Monroe street bridge, better known as the street car bridge. An 
inquest is being held this afternoon to determine whether the death was suicide 
or accident.
Mr. Meyer, who was a freight handler for the Chicago & North Western at the local 
station for more than thirty years retired about 12 years ago and had been leading 
a retired life. In spite of his advanced age, he made it a daily practice to take 
a morning walk and left home as usual this morning and when he failed to return 
after several hours' absence, search was made for him.
A cane which Mr. Meyer was never without on his walks was found driven into the 
ground on the river bank near the place where the body was recovered and it is 
believed had been placed there by Meyer to direct searchers whom he know would 
look for him. His handkerchief was tied to the cane and his hat was placed on it. 
The cane was found near Aluminum Goods Co., but no one has been found who witnessed 
tragedy. When the hat and cane of the missing man were found near the river, the 
conviction was forced that the body would be found in the water and work of dragging 
the river was immediately started. The body was recovered within a few minutes after 
the dragging was started and immediately identified as Meyer was well known. Whether 
death was due to suicide, an accident or other cause is not known and an effort is 
being made to trace the man's movements after he left home this morning. He is 
survived by two daughters, one making her home at Sheboygan and the other in Two 
Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thurs., July 5, 1923 page 1
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MEETS DEATH IN RIVER YESTERDAY
Charles Meyer, one of the old residents of here found his death in the West Twin 
River yesterday morning. His cane was found struck in the grown near the south 
approach of Monroe Street bridge after the body had been taken from the river and 
his hat with a handkerchief inside was hanging upon it. His body was seen floating 
in the river by the watchman of Aluminum Goods Plant No. 4 who summoned help and 
brought it ashore in a scow. Mr. Meyer at that time still showed signs of life. 
The Coast Guard was summoned and they tried resuscitation but he had passed away. 
It was found that several ribs were broken, caused it is thought by striking a pole. 
The blow rendered him unconscious and breathless and for that reason the body 
floated. The coroner decided that no inquest would be necessary.
Deceased was born in Germany 87 years ago and came to Two Rivers about 65 years ago. 
He was for many years baggage and freight man at the C & NW station here and had a 
wide acquaintance. He was engaged in the fishing business ere and later, before 
working for the railroad company, he was employed by the Two Rivers Manufacturing 
Company, supervising the rafting of logs down the river here. Later he worked at 
Sheboygan. His wife, having passed away, he made his home with his daughter since 
his retirement from labor and for some time now has resided with his daughter, Mrs. 
Wm Schwake, 1714 Thirteenth St.
Deceased leaves also three daughters who are: Mrs. Fred Tomaschefsky of this city, 
Mrs. August Baerwaldt of Sheboygan and Mrs. Jos. Joy of Chicago. He also leaves 
twelve grandchildren. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon from the home of 
William Schwake, Rev. A.D. Grey officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., July 6, 1923
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[6-97]-[Charles Meier/bur. 07-08-1923/age 87 yrs./from cemetery record]


HANS MEYER

Hans Meyer, 87, former Manitowoc and Two Rivers resident, died 
Tuesday in Milwaukee following a lingering illness. 
The body will be brought to the Grace Congregational church in 
Two Rivers Saturday noon and services will be held at 1:30 p.m. 
Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery there. 
Mr. Meyer was born in Norway in 1861 and when a young man came 
to Chicago. He married Miss Mathilda Sondberg in that city in 
1888. In 1897, they located in this city. He was connected with 
the Manitowoc Building Supply company for many years as a 
woodworker and carver. Later, he located at Two Rivers and was 
employed by the Nelson lumber company. For the past 15 years, 
Mr. and Mrs. Meyer have made their home in Milwaukee. 
Survivors are the wife; four sons, Henry of this city, Alfred 
of Milwaukee, Reuben of Los Angeles, and Thorval of New York 
city; daughter, Mrs. E. R. Cronk of Marshalltown, Ia.; nine 
grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. A daughter, Mrs. 
William Neils, died in 1924. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 4, 1949 


HARRY MEYER   (d. 1975)

Harry Meyer, 61, of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, died Thursday night at Two 
Rivers Community Hospital. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Klein & Stangel, Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. David Hansen will officiate with 
burial in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Meyer was born May 21, 1914, in the Town of Two Creeks, son of 
the late Herman and Hattie Klinder Meyer. He farmed in the town of 
Two Creeks most of his life and also worked approximately ten years 
at Eggers Plywood Co., Two Rivers, retiring in 1963. 
Surviving is a brother Walter of Rt. 3, Two Rivers. A brother preceded 
him in death. 
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home after 3 o'clock 
this Friday afternoon and Saturday until the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, Friday, November 28, 1975 


HATTIE MEYER

Mrs. Hattie Meyer, 85, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Town of Two Creeks, died Thursday 
morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she was a patient for 12 days. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Grace Congregational Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Meyer, nee Hattie Klinder was born August 19, 1877 in the Town of Two Creeks, 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Klinder. She was married in 1897 to 
Herman Meyer. He preceded her in death 42 years ago.
Surviving are two sons, Walter of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Town of Two Creeks and Harry 
at home; four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. A son, Herman Jr. died 
November 16.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 2 p.m. 
Sunday until 10:30 a.m. Monday when the casket will be taken to the church where 
the body will be in state from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Friday, Dec. 14, 1962
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Funeral services for Mrs. Hattie Meyer, 85, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Town of Two 
Creeks, who died Thursday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, were at 2 p.m. 
Monday at Grace Congregational Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richared H. Trump 
officiating. Burial was in Pioneer's Rest Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Adolph Grimm, Harold Taylor, Ervin Sand, Michael Pivonka and Frank 
and Norman LeClair.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Monday, Dec. 17, 1962


HERMAN MEYER   (d. 1920)

TWO CREEKS…Herman Meyer died at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, 
while undergoing an operation for intestinal trouble. He was 47 years 
old and is survived by a widow and three sons, Herman, Walter and 
Harry, also an aged father, four brothers and one sister…
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, July 29, 1920 


RUDOLPH P. MEYER

Dies at Kewaunee
News has been received here this morning of the death of Rudolph
Meyer of Kewaunee who died at that place yesterday and the body
will be brought here for burial. Mr. Meyer was formerly a resident
of this city and of the town of Two Creeks, before moving to 
Kewaunee. Complete funeral arrangements have not been made as yet
but will be published in this paper Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, February 15, 1926  P.9
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Funeral arrangements have been completed for Rudolph Meyer of 
Kewaunee. He will be buried Wednesday afternoon from the Grace 
Congregational church in this city. Burial will be at Pioneer's 
Rest. The body will be at the home of Henry Kappelmann, 1806 
Eighteenth street from where the funeral will take place.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, February 16, 1926, p. 13 


WALTER L. MEYER    (d. 1980)

Walter L. Meyer, 73, of 12007 Meyer Rd., Two Rivers, died Wenesday, May 14, 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate and burial will 
be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Meyer was born March 29, 1907, inthe Townof Two Creeks, son of the late 
Herman and Hattie Klinder Meyer. He married Minnie Barschow. She preceded 
him in death in 1935. He married Lorene Lawrence Ringmeir Nov. 7, 1959, at 
Two Rivers. Mr. Meyer was a captain on the fishing tug, amity, and later 
bought his own boat, The Gloria. He sold his fishing business in 1957 and 
went into farming. He was town chairman of the Town of Two Creeks since 
1959 and from 1967 was on the executive committee of the Wisconsin Suburban 
League of the Wisconsin Town's Association. A charter member of the Town of 
Two Creeks Fire Department, Mr. Meyer was also a member of Manitowoc County 
Historical Society, American Association of Retired Persons, Chapter 12; St. 
John Lutheran Men's Club and Senior Citizens of Mishicot and Two Rivers.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Roger (Charlotte) Klein, a step-
son, Elroy Ringmeier and two step-daughters, Mrs. Doris Riesterer and Mrs. 
Leon (Marlene ) Strutz of Two Rivers, six grandchildren, four great grand-
children, eight step-grandchildren and five step-great grandchldren. Two 
brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel In., FuneralHome, Two Rivers, after 4 
o'clock this Thursday afternoon and at the church from 11 a.m. Friday until 
the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, May 15, 1980 P.3
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[bur. 05-16-1980/age 73 yrs.](29 Mar 1907/May 1980/SSDI)


WILLIAM MEYER    (d. 1914)

Charles W. Meyer(sic), a former Two Rivers resident who died at Rhinelander, 
was buried at Two Rivers yesterday, the body being shipped from Rhinelander 
where he had made his home for the past fifteen years. Mr. Meyer formerly 
conducted a cigar factory at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, August 6, 1914  p.2
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Wm. Meyer died August 1st at his home on the farm near Rhinelander, the cause of 
his death was Bright's Disease. The body was brought up to this city, his former 
home, for burial and the funeral occurred Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Weihing 
officiating. Mrs. Meyer and son, Walter and daughter accompanied the corpse to 
this city. Mr. Meyer was born in this city October 1, 1853. For many years he was 
engaged in the cigar business here. He married Miss Kate Kurtz of this city about 
40 years ago. The Meyers purchased a farm about 12 years ago near Rhinelander 
where they since resided.
The Reporter, Sat., Aug. 8, 1914
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(1900 Two Rivers census:
William Meyer age 46, cigar maker; wife Katie age 43; Walter age 17;
Emma age 13; Hattie age 5; mother Julia age 70)


ALMA MICHALEK

Mrs. Anton Michalek, 67, of 1718-21st St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
Wednesday of a heart attack at the home of a sister, Mrs. Douglas Falk, 
2131 34th St., Two Rivers, with whom she had been visiting.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. Burial will 
be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Michalek, nee Alma Bargman, was born Jan. 17, 1898, at West Kewaunee, 
daughter of the late Charles and Lena Burmeister Bargman. Prior to her 
marriage April, 1920, to Anton Michalek at Kewaunee, she had been an employe 
at the Karsten Hotel in that city. The couple moved to Two Riveres in 1921 
where she resided since. She was a member of St. John Lutheran congregation.
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter (private), a son (private), another 
sister, Mrs. Harold Anderson, of Manitowoc, seven grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. 
Friday until 10:30 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, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, January 28, 1965 P. 2


ANTON MICHALEK, SR.

Anton Michalek Sr., 73, of 624 S 26th st, Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Wednesday morning at home. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday 
at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard 
Weber officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers 
Wisconsin.
Mr. Michalek was born in the Town of Newton June 5, 1899, son of the 
late Joseph and Monica (Loskosky) Michalek. When he was a child the 
family brought him to Kewaunee. He married Alma Bargman in 1920, she 
died in 1955. He married Dora Wesela Dec. 9, 1968, at Seymour.
He had been employed for 20 years at Mirro Aluminum Co.,Two Rivers, 
and later for several years he was employed at the Two Rivers Washington 
Street Gamble Store, he retired in 1965.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, a son, three stepsons, three 
sisters, Mrs. William Drezinski and Mrs. Julia Kuehl, of Kewaunee and 
Mrs. Alden Flegle, of New Mexico: three brothers, Theodore and Joseph 
of Kewaunee and Emil, of Milwaukee: seven grandchildren and five great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 4 to 
9 p.m. Friday and until 10 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, October 4, 1972 
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Name: Anton Michalek Sr
Maiden Name: --
Color&Sex: White Male
Occupation: Press Operator (Aluminum Factory)
Age: 73
Father: Josseph Michalek
Father's birthplace: ---
Mother: Monica Loskosky
Mother's birthplace: --
Deceased Birthplace: Wisconsin
Birthdate of deceased: June 5, 1899
Certification: Married
Spouse: Dora Wesel Michalek
Death Date: October 4, 1972
Cause: Cardiac arrest and or Myocardial infarct
Length:
Place of death:
Residence:
Miltary:        Branch:
Name of informant: Mrs. Lester Musil
Volume: #72 Page: #159 - Co. death record
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(Anton Michalek, Sr./b. 5 June 1899/d. Oct. 1972/SSDI)


ANNA MIENBURG

Meinberg(sic) Funeral Will Be Held Here Friday
Funeral services for Mrs. Anna Meinberg, a native of Two Rivers, who died at 
her home at 1667 S. 15th Place in Milwaukee early Tuesday morning will be held 
in the Klein and Stangel chapel here at 11 o'clock Friday morning. Burial will 
be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Meinburg, nee Anna Giefer, was born in the town of Two Rivers, just north 
of the city, 67 years ago. She was married in Milwaukee 45 years ago to Henry 
Meinberg, who died in 1906 and was buried in the family lot here.
The deceased leaves a brother, Jacob Giefer of Racine and a sister, Mrs. Frank 
Sorge of Manitowoc.
The body can be viewed at the Klein and Stangel funeral home after 5 o'clock 
Thursday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, July 10, 1935 P.11


CHARLES MIENBURG

Charles Meinburg (sic), 56, a native of Two Rivers, who died at Merrimac, Wis., 
last Thursday, will be buried at Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers, at noon 
Tuesday, following services Tuesday morning at the Burgwardt Funeral Home in 
Milwaukee. 
Burial at Two Rivers will be conducted by the Beduhn, Deja & Martin, Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Meinburg leaves two brothers, Harry and Walter Meinburg of Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 7, 1952  P. 2


HENRY MIENBURG

A Milwaukee newspaper reports that on Tuesday noon Henry Meienburg was
killed by an engine of the Milwaukee-St. Paul Railroad. The deceased is 
a son of Charles Meienburg here and has worked for the Milwaukee Co. for 
several years. He is married and has 3 children. Tuesday afternoon he was 
on his way home and at the corner of 25th Street and St. Paul Avenue he 
was hit and killed by a so called transfer locomotive. In addition to his 
wife and 3 children he is survived by his elderly father here, as well as 
5 sisters and 2 brothers. His wife is a daughter of the late Jacob Giefer.
Der Nord Westen, 11 Feb. 1909
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The body of Henry Meienburg was brought from Milwaukee, where he had been 
killed in an accident recently, to Two Rivers and the funeral conducted 
there from the residence of his mother-in-law, Mrs. M. Giefer. 
The funeral procession was very large and the profusion of floral displays 
gave evidence of the respect with which the deceased was held in Two Rivers. 
Pastor Giese, from the Ebenezer Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, conducted the 
funeral. Mr. Meienburg had not fallen beneath the wheels of the train but 
was hit with full force on the back of his head, killing him instantly. Except 
for a broken arm his body was not mutilated.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Feb. 1909
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BURIED HERE
Henry Meinberg(sic) of Manitowoc, Victim of Fatal Accident
Hastening from his day's work to his home, wife and babes, Henry Meinberg, a 
Manitowoc man residing at Milwaukee was the victim of a fatal accident last 
Tuesday afternoon, being run down by a St. Paul passenger train at a crossing 
where he stopped in hope of boarding an engine to hurry his homeward journey. 
Meinberg was hurled ten feet by the engine. Meinberg was employed by the 
Milwaukee Gas Light Co., and had completed his days work and was hurrying home 
to his family, one of several children in the home being in ill health. He had 
stopped at 25th St. to board a switch engine and failed to note the approach 
of a passenger train on another track and was run over. The body was taken to 
the morgue.
The deceased was born at Manitowoc in 1866 and resided there until recently. 
He was married to Anna Giefer of the town of Two Rivers who with three children 
survives him, also a father, five sisters and two brothers mourn his sudden 
demise. On Last Wednesday, Jacob Giefer went to Milwaukee to bring the body here 
for interment. On Saturday the funeral took place. Services were held at the home 
of Jacob Giefer, Adams St., a brother-in-law of the deceased. The last sacred 
rites were performed by Rev. Frank C. Giese, pastor of the Ebenezer Lutheran 
Church of Milwaukee. Many friends of the deceased and their relatives attended 
the funeral. Those present at the funeral from outside of this city were Messrs. 
and Mesdames Wm. Krumm, Peter Sedaceck, Frank Sorge and their families; Lena, 
Julia, Charles and Julius Meinberg, all of Manitowoc. The bereaved woman has the 
deep sympathy of her many friends in this vicinity who were shocked of the terrible 
accident.
The Reporter, Sat., Feb. 20, 1909


CHARLES MILLER    (d. 1909)

Buried Here
Chas. Miller of Chicago was buried at the public cemetery here last Saturday 
afternoon. Rev. D.R. Anderson officiated at the funeral. The deceased is a son 
of John Miller, the erstwhile janitor for the public schools. The young man was 
but forty years old when the Grim Reaper called him hence.
The Reporter, Tues., Nov. 2, 1909


CHRISTIAN MILLER

Christian Miller, 61, of 1805 Western Ave., Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc following 
a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. N.W. Kock will officiate 
and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Miller was born May 22, 1912, aboard the Lusitania, son of the 
late John and Helen Miller. He had been a Manitowoc resident since 
1914 and attended Manitowoc schools. He married Ellen R. Assmann 
Sept. 16, 1939, at Mishicot. He was employed as a driver by Red Top 
Cab Co. for 29 years. He was a member of First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
A daughter, Lorraine, preceded him in death in 1962. Six borthers 
also preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, from 6 to 
9 p.m. Thursday.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. June 13, 1973
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[bur. 06-15-1973/age 61 yrs.]
(22 May 1912/Jun 1973/SSDI)


CHRISTOPH MILLER

News was received in Two Rivers recently that Christian Miller(sic), a 
former resident of that city, has died in North St. Paul. The body was 
brought to Two Rivers and the funeral held yesterday 
afternoon under the auspices of the G.A.R.
Der Nord Westen, 22 Nov. 1906
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News was received here Monday of the death of Mr. Christian Miller(sic), a former 
resident and one of the old settlers of this city. His death took place at the 
home of his son-in-law, E. Pearson, at North St. Paul. About five years ago his 
aged wife died and was buried in the cemetery here. Soon after he sold his home 
on the Southside and has since lived with his children of whom he has three sons 
and three daughters. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon from the 
Evangelical Church.
Two Rivers Reporter, Sat., Nov. 24, 1906
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(Note: He can also be found on the Manitowoc Civil War Roundtable site)
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Christoph John Miller
Minnesota Deaths and Burials
Name Christoph John Miller  
Gender Male  
Death Date 18 Nov 1906  
Death Place North St Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota  
Age 82  
Birth Date 1824  
Father's Name John Miller  
Minnesota Deaths and Burials, 1835-1990
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Christoph Jonr Miller (sic)
Minnesota Deaths and Burials
Name Christoph Jonr Miller  
Gender Male  
Death Date 18 Nov 1906  
Death Place North St Paul, St Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota  
Age 82  
Birth Date 1824  
Birthplace Germany  
Occupation Retired Machanic  
Race White  
Marital Status Widowed  
Father's Name Jonr Miller  
Father's Birthplace Germany  
Minnesota Deaths and Burials, 1835-1990


ELIZABETHA A. MILLER

Mrs. Christian Miller died Sun. in Two Rivers following a stroke. The deceased was
born 19 Apr. 1829 in the vicinity of Magdeburg and came with her husband to America
in 1855. In addition her husband she leaves 6 children. The funeral was held Tues.
afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 23 Jan. 1902
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DIED
Miller - At her home in this city, January 19, 1902, Elizabeth, wife of Christian 
Miller, aged 72 years and 9 months. Deceased was born in a little village near 
Madgeburg, Germany, April 19, 1829, her maiden name being Elizabeth Schuetze. She 
was married to Christian Miller who survives her, February 28, 1851 and in 1855 
she and her husband came to this country and after spending a few months in Racine, 
came to Two Rivers which place has ever since been their home. Seven children were 
born to them, all of whom are now living, except their youngest, a little girl, who 
died in 1879 at the age of 8 years. The other children, name in the order of their 
birth are: Mrs. F.C. Miller of Odessa, Minn., Mrs. F. Garbes of Milwaukee, W.C. 
Miller of Wausau, R.H. Miller of Milwaukee and Mrs. E.D. Pearson of St. Paul, all 
of whom are here today to attend the funeral which takes place this afternoon from 
the Evangelical church. Mrs. Miller was a noble christian woman, a true and dutiful 
wife and a kinid and loving mother. As a neighbor she was highly esteemed and that 
she trained her children lovingly and well is seen in the good men and women she 
made of them. Her death was the result of a stroke of paralysis which she sustained 
last September which made her, almost in a moment, a helpless invalid.
The Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 21, 1902
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The following relatives of Mrs. Christ Miller whose funeral took place last Tuesday 
afternoon were in attendance: Mr. and Mrs. Ed Pearson, St. Paul, Mr. and Mrs. F. 
Garbes, Milwaukee, Mrs. F. Miller, Odessa,, Minn., Mr. W. Miller, Oshkosh, Mr. F. 
Miller, Wausau, Ralph Miller, Milwaukee, Mr. and Mrs. E. Koeser, Oshkosh, Mrs. Whalon, 
Chicago, George Moore, Chicago, Mr. and Mrs. Wm Schuetze, Manitowoc, Chas. And Arthur 
Schuetze, Manitowoc.
Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 28, 1902


ELLEN MILLER

Ellen R. Miller, age 86, a resident of North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation 
Center, Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, Nov. 11, 2004, at North Ridge. 
She was born April 27, 1918, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Gustave and 
Rosalie Sprang Viel. On Sept. 16, 1939, she married Christian Miller in 
Mishicot. He preceded her in death June 8, 1966. 
Survivors include a sister: Joyce Assmann, Manitowoc. She was also preceded in 
death by a daughter: Lorraine Miller; and two half sisters: Delores Shawahan 
and Shirley Bruechert. 
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2004, at The 
Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Officiating at the 
service will be Deacon Robert Drobka with burial at Pioneers Rest Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & 
Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2004, until 
the time of service at 10:30 a.m. Herald Times Reporter
Herald Times Reporter, November 2004
*********
(27 Apr 1918/11 Nov 2004/SSDI)


ERNESTINE MILLER 

Death on Sun. in Two Rivers of the 5 yr. old daughter of John Miller, of
diphtheria.
Der Nord Westen, 19 Oct. 1893


FRANK H. MILLER    (d. 1924)

Frank Miller died at the Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc at ten o'clock pm 
August 27th after an unsuccessful operation for gall stones. His wife had 
recently returned from the same hospital after being operated upon for cancer 
of the breast. Her condition has been made quite serious by her husband's death. 
Deceased leaves besides his wife, one child, Frances, 5 years old. The funeral 
was held at 2:30 o'clock in the afternoon from the Grace Congregational Church. 
Interment was at Pioneer's Rest.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 5, 1924
*********
News article;
Insurance money realized from the group system of insurance carried for employes 
of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Co., continues to be paid out promptly where 
death of an employe summons the bread winner of the family.  Mr. Frank H. Miller, 
who was employed at Plant No. 1 here, died on Aug. 28, 1924 at the age of 24. 
Deceased was also insured thru the group system of life insurance for $1500.00 
and this amount was paid by the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Co., to the widow, 
Mrs. Mathilde M. Miller.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 9, 1924
*********
The Aluminum Goods Co., during the past week paid two insurance policies on 
employes of the Two Rivers plant of the company recently deceased.
Mrs. Mathilde Miller received $1500 insurance carried by her husband, Frank 
Miller, employed at Plant No. 1 at Two Rivers, who died Aug. 28 at age of 38 
years and Mrs. Caroline LaForce was paid $1000 for death of her husband, 
Frank LaForce, employe of Plant No. 4, who died Aug. 20 at age of 57.
Manitowoc Herald News, Mon., Sept. 15, 1924 page 5
*******
Notes from Two Rivers:
Frank Miller, who is employed in the plant of the Aluminum Goods Company and 
Miss Mathilda Gloe, daughter of August Gloe of this city, were married in 
Milwaukee. The couple has a large circle of friends who wish them much 
happiness.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 30, 1915


JOHN MILLER

FORMER TWO RIVER MAN DIES AT MILWAUKEE
John Miller, a veteran of the Civil war, who held the position of 
janitor of the public schools of Two Rivers for many years, died 
at National Home, Milwaukee, and the body was brought to Two Rivers 
for burial yesterday. 
For 21 years Mr. Miller was a familiar character about the city 
schools. He will be remembered by most of the older boys and girls. 
About twenty years ago he resigned the position of janitor and went 
to live with his brother-in-law, Chas. Willert, who owns a farm west 
of the city. Since the death of his wife, about a year ago, Mr. 
Miller has been an inmate of the Soldiers' Home. For some time past 
he has been suffering with rheumtism and his death was caused by an 
affliction of the heart. Mr. Miller was 74 years old.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, January 5, 1916 P.5
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POPULAR OLD RESIDENT DEAD
The death of John Miller of Soldier's Home, Milwaukee, Saturday, closed the life 
of an old and popular resident of Two Rivers. Mr. Miller was for about twenty 
years the janitor of the city schools until twenty years ago when the family moved 
away to reside on a farm a few miles west of here. Owing to an accident many years 
ago, while at work in a brick yard in this city, he lost one arm. The accident 
occurred in the brick yard of Hamilton & Damler. A stone crusher was being used. 
Mr. Miller was shoveling material into the crusher when his shovel became caught 
in the roles. He clung to it and his arm was caught and mangled so that amputation 
was necessary. The amputation was performed by Dr. Pritchard who tells about his 
patient being up and around the following morning. Nothwithstanding this disability, 
Mr. Miller attended to his duties as janitor in a very satisfactory manner and the 
hundreds who went to school at the time, cherish pleasant recollections of him as 
a conscientious and faithful caretaker of the school premises. He was familiarly 
though respectfully known as "one arm Miller" to distinguish him from the many of 
that name. Mr. Miller served through the civil war having enlisted in the state of 
Illinois. He was a resident of this city since the early seventies. The cause of Mr. 
Miller's death was pneumonia. The body was brought to this city Monday to the home 
of his two daughters, Mrs. Selk and Miss Minnie Miller. The funeral was held from 
Grace Church Tuesday afternoon.  Besides three daughters the deceased is survived 
by one son. He was born in Mecklenberg, Germany 73 years ago.
The Reporter, Fri., Jan. 7, 1916
********
news article:
A terrible accident happened in Two Rivers yesterday afternoon. John Miller, 
while at work in the steam brick making establishment in that village, in some 
manner, got his left arm caught in the gearing connected with the works and had 
his left arm drawn between two rollers, set a little over an inch apart, crushing 
the elbow joint to atoms and literally scraping the flesh, muscles, etc., from 
the bones from the hand to the shoulders, besides tearing away a portion of the 
side of the chest - one of the most terrible physicians have ever treated. The arm 
was amputated about three inches below the shoulder and the unfortunate man's life 
is not yet despaired of, although the odds are at present greatly against his 
recovery. Mr. Miller is a middle age man and has a family. We sincerely hope his 
life will be saved.
Manitowoc Tribune, Thurs., Aug. 26, 1875


LORRAINE MILLER

Miss Loraine(sic) Miller, 22, of 1212 S. 11th St., Manitowoc, died early 
Wednesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. L. H. Koeninger will officiate and burial will be 
in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Miss Miller, daughter of Christ and Ellen Assmann Miller, was born March 13, 
1940, at Two Rivers and came to Manitowoc with her parents to reside.
Surviving are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Christ Miller, of Manitowoc and maternal 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Gust Biel, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Ida Assmann, of 
Mishicot.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 o'clock this Wednesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 11, 1962  P. 15
*******
[Loraine Miller]


MATHILDA W. MILLER

LONG ILLNESS BRINGS DEATH
Mrs. Mathilda Miller Dies At The Hospital
Death came to relieve the suffering of Mrs. Mathilda Miller, 41, well known 
resident of the city at Two Rivers Municipal hospital at 10:30 o'clock last 
night. She had been in ill health for more than seven years and had been a 
patient at the hospital for a week.
Mrs. Miller was a daughter of August Gloe, pioneer musician and orchestra 
leader of the early days in Two Rivers.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later. The remains were brought to the 
funeral home of C.J. Jansky.
Mrs. Miller, nee Mathilda Gloe was born in this city, April 14, 1892 (sic), 
and spent her entire life in the city, with the exception of the past year 
when she moved to the town of Two Rivers. She was graduated from the common 
schools here and had attended high school.
She was married in September, 1915 to Frank Miller, who preceded her in death 
here nine years ago, leaving a son, Francis, 14 years old, residing at the 
home.
Mrs. Miller is also survived by her father, three brothers, Arthur, Archie and 
Randolph Gloe and a sister, Mrs. Ella Becker, all of this city.
For years Mrs. Miller was an active member of the Rebekahs and Success Camp No. 
7679, Roay Neighbors of America.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 3, 1933 P.9
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Notes from Two Rivers:
Frank Miller, who is employed in the plant of the Aluminum Goods Company and 
Miss Mathilda Gloe, daughter of August Gloe of this city, were married in 
Milwaukee. The couple has a large circle of friends who wish them much 
happiness.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 30, 1915


MERRL E. MILLER

CHILD DIES FROM BURNS
Two Rivers Boy Fell Into Boiler of Hot Water a Week Ago
Burns, suffered a week ago when the child fell into a tub of boiling water, 
caused the death of Willie, three years old son of Mr. and Mrs. George Miller 
of Two Rivers Tuesday. The boy suffered intensely from the injuries, his body 
having been burned. the child was playing about the house and approached 
too near to a wash boiler of water which was on the floor and fell in. It was 
thought that his life could be saved. Many friends in this city will console with 
the bereaved parents.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Wed., Mar. 30, 1904   
********
Name: Murl Miller
Event Type: Birth
Event Date: 6 Aug 1900
Event Place: Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States
Event Place (Original): Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: American
Race: W
Father's Name: Geo. Miller
Father's Birthplace: Missouri
Mother's Name: Annie Vitz
Mother's Birthplace: Two Rivers
"Wisconsin Births and Christenings, 1826-1926"
********
Name: Murl Miller
Event Type: Birth
Event Date: 06 Aug 1900
Event Place: Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Affiliate Film Number: 0121
Record Number: 000511
"Wisconsin Birth Index, 1820-1907" 
********
Name: Murl Edwin Miller
Event Type: Death
Event Date: 1904
Event Place: Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place: Two Rivers,
Gender: Male
Age: 3
Marital Status: Single
Race: W
Birth Date: 06 Aug 1890
Birth Year (Estimated): 1901
Birthplace: Two Rivers, Wisc.
Cemetery: Public Cemetery
Father's Name: George Miller
Father's Birthplace: Wisconsin
Mother's Name: Annie Miller
Mother's Birthplace: Wisconsin
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907" 
********
Name: Murle Miller
Event Type: Death
Event Date: 28 Mar 1904
Event Place: Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Page: 0291
"Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907"


RUTH MILLER

Mrs. Ruth H. Miller, 62, who had been residing with her son, Charles, at rural 
Bark Rivers, Mich., died Saturday at St. Francis Hospital, Escanaba, Mich., 
after suffering a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. N. W. Koch will officiate and burial will 
be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivres. 
Mrs. Miller, the former Ruth Tomaschefsky, was born Jan. 18, 1904, at Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late Gustav and Ida Knickrehn Tomaschefsky. She was married to 
Cecil Miller Dec. 7, 1932, at Manitowoc. She had been residing with her son the 
past two years and previous to that time lived with her son-in-law and daughter, 
Mrs. and Mrs. Norman Ely, of 924 S. 35th St., Manitowoc.
Survivors are the son Charles, daughter, Mrs. Norman Ely, two brothers, Gust, 
of Manitowoc and Oscar, of Maribel, two sisters, Mrs. Helen Napiecinski, of Two 
Rivers and Mrs. Elva Kirchoff, of Manitowoc and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 10:30 a.m. 
Wednesday and the casket will be taken to the church where the body lie in state 
until time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 3, 1967  P.10 
********
[bur. 01-04-1967/age 62 yrs.]


SOPHIA MILLER

The funeral of Mrs. John Miller passed away at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chas 
Willot on the Town Line Road last week Friday. Her death was due to dropsy. 
She was born in Germany 70 years ago. The funeral services were conducted by 
Rev. Weihing. Mrs. Miller is survived by her husband, John, who was janitor 
of the public school here over twenty years. Three daughters and two sons 
survive.
The Reporter, Fri., Apr. 16, 1915


CAROLINE MILLGARD

Funeral services for Mrs. Caroline Millgard, 76, of 1510 22nd St., Two Rivers, 
who died Monday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, were at 2 pm Thursday at St. 
John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Theodore F. Stern 
officiated and burial was in Pioneers Rest Cemetery. 
Pallbearers were Richard Emond, Ervin Messman, Ray Clarksen, Emil Wilsmann, 
Albert Sehloff and Donald Jasper.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Friday, July 9, 1965 - page 4
*******
[Caroline T. Millgard]


MARTHA A. MILLGARD

MRS. MILLGARD SUMMONED, ILL BUT TWO DAYS
Continuing her work at the Hamilton Co. until Saturday noon, Mrs. 
William Millgard, 41, who underwent an operation at the hospital 
at Manitowoc on Monday passed away last evening. She had been in 
fairly good health but it was realized that her condition was 
serious before she was removed to Manitowoc. 
The maiden name of the deceased was Martha Sartorius, being born 
at Ludington, Mich., Jan. 1, 1887. She was married at Ludington, 
Mich., to Wm. Millgard, Aug. 8, 1906 and has been a resident of 
Two Rivers for the past ten years, Mr. Millgard being employed at 
the Goods plant here. Besides the husband and two daughters, Mrs. 
Albert Kelp and Louise, both of this city, a mother at Ludington, 
Mrs. George Sartorius, four sisters, Mrs. Claude Rock, Ludington, 
Mrs. Walter Guerin, Pontiac, Mich., Mrs. John Frazee, Baldwin, 
Mich., and Mrs. Tena Kamin, Chicago and two brothers, George 
Sartorius, Loomis, Wis., and Martin of Ludington, also survive. 
The body will be brought to the Jansky undertaking parlors, where 
it will remain until Friday, when the funeral will take place at 
two o'clock in the afternoon, from the Evangelical church. The 
Millgard home is at 1716 West Park street.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, January 17, 1928, Page 11


WILLIAM H. MILLGARD

Funeral services for William Millgard, 66, widely known musician and veteran 
of World War I, who died at his home at 1510 22nd St., Two Rivers, Monday 
after an illness of more than a year, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in 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 Ludington, Mich., in 1885, a son of the late John and Margaret 
Young Millgard. Spending his youth in Ludington, he entered the U.S. coast 
guard and served as a surfman at Frankfort, Mich., for a number of years. He 
came to Two Rivers in 1917 and was earlier employed at Plant No. 1 of the 
Aluminum Goods Company, leaving its employ in 1929. For more than 20 years he 
worked in the wood plant of the Hamilton Manufacturing company, remaining until 
taken with ill health early in 1950. 
A cornetist since youth, Mr. Millgard was one of the earlier members of the 
Hamilton band. He also played for many years with the old South Side Brass band 
at Two Rivers. 
Surviving Mr. Millgard are his wife, the former Caroline Tegge, whom he married 
in 1929, and two daughters, by a former marriage, Mrs. Albert Keip of Two Rivers 
and Mrs. Ernest Wheeler of Aiken, South Carolina. He also leaves two sisters, 
Mrs. Eda Millgard of Ludington and Mrs. William Brysch of Cadillac, Mich., and 
a brother, Walter Millgard of Ludington. There is a grandchild. Mr. Millgard was 
a member of the Burns post, American Legion, Two Rivers, the Hamilton Goodfellowship 
and the Hamilton "20-Year Club."
Friends may all at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, from noon 
Wednesday until 11 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be taken to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 16, 1951  P.12


REGINA MLESSIVA

Mrs. Regina Mleziva whose death occurred at the home of her daughter at Two
Rivers, was a pioneer resident of the county, coming here in 1854. She was
79 years of age and is survived by two adopted children.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 8, 1920 p.2
********
DEATH CALLS THE AGED
Regina Mlessiva After Life of Unselfish Devotion
The close of a happy life of unselfish devotion and service came last Friday when 
"auntie" Regina Mlessiva, nee Havel, passed away at the home of Mrs. Adolph Kafka, 
a niece and adopted daughter in the Town of Two Rivers.
Deceased was a pioneer settler here having come here 66 years ago with her parents 
from Jnlemuetz, Bohemia where she was born in 1841. Death took away her husband a 
few years after her marriage and being childless, she devoted her life to relieving 
distress where she found the need, a work that made her beloved with all who knew 
her. Upon the death of a sister-in-law, she made her home with the husband and small 
children and took the mother's place in the household. Emil Havel of the Town of 
Two Rivers was an adopted son. She did not chase the elusive phantom of happiness 
in vain and selfish enjoyment but found real happiness in service and lived her old 
age in the happy reflections consequent in a well spent life - a crown worn without 
riches and within reach of all. The funeral was Monday afternoon.
Deceased is survived by three sisters, Mrs. William Van Nostrand and Mrs. Caroline 
Veack of Milwaukee, who were here and Mrs. Mary Kappelman of this city and two 
brothers, Herman Havel of Two Rivers and Frank Havel of California.
The Reporter, Thurs. July 8, 1920
********
(1910 Two Rivers census: Anton Kean age 60; dau. Julia age 31; 
son Emil age 28; sister Regina Mleziva age 65)

(Her surname is apparently mis-spelled on her stone)


BERNHARD MOELLER

1ST OF AGED FAMILY DIES
Bernhardt (sic) Moeller, Youngest of Family, Was 74 
Bernhardt Moeller, 74, a 30-year-man at the Hamilton Manufacturing company, 
Two Rivers, died this noon at the home, 1622 22nd street, Two Rivers.
Mr. Moeller is the first of a family of four children, born to the late Charles 
and Henrietta Moeller, pioneer Two Rivers residents to die. Their ages range 
from 74 to 83 years. The others are Mrs. Matilda Begalke, 83, Kohler, is., the 
oldest, Mrs. Philip Kurtz, 80, Two Rivers, and Charles Moeller, Algoma.
The Moeller family came to Two Rivers 64 years ago. Bernhardt Moeller, one of 
two sons, was married 48 years ago to Dora Conrad of Shoto. He entered the employ 
of the Hamilton plant 38 years ago and has been continuously employed there since.
Survivors are the widow; two sons, Walter, of Menominee, and Raymond, city; a 
daughter Cora of Two Rivers, two sisters and a brother.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 2, 1936  P. 2


CARL MOELLER

Two Rivers:
Mr. C. Mueller(sic), aged about 60 years, died at his home in this city last 
Tuesday night from cancer of the stomach. Deceased was buried from the Lutheran 
Church in this city last Thursday and his remains were followed to their final 
resting place by a large concourse of friends and neighbors and the employees 
of the pail factory, they having stopped work to attend. He had been an employee 
of the pail factory for many years. He leaves a wife and a small grown-up family 
to mourn his loss. They have the heartfelt sympathy of the community.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tues., Sept. 22, 1885 page 2


CORA MOELLER

Miss Cora Moeller, 53, was found dead in bed this morning at the home 
of her mother, Mrs. Dora Moeller, of Two Rivers. She had undergone an 
operation last fall and had been in failing health.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Beduhn funeral 
home and at 2 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran church, the Rev. W.G. Haese 
officiating. Interment will be in Pioneer's rest (sic) cemetery, Two 
Rivers. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 3 p.m. Sunday 
until the hour of services.
She was born in 1892 (sic) in Two Rivers. She was the daughter of Mr. 
and Mrs. Bernard Moeller, and her father died about eight years ago. 
She attended St. John's school.
Survivors include her mother; two brothers, Walter, Minneapolis, Minn., 
and Raymond, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, August 11, 1945 P.2
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(Note: Birth year on tombstone and obit are 1 year apart)


DORA CONRAD MOELLER

Mrs. Bernard Moeller, 87, of 1622 22nd street, Two Rivers, died early today 
of a heart attack.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Beduhn, Deja and 
Martin funeral home, Two Rivers and at 2 o'clock at the St. Johns Lutheran 
church in that city. Burial will be in Pioneer Rest cemetery.
She was born Dorothy Conrad near Shoto in 1862 and in 1888 was married to Mr. 
Moeller. They located in Two Rivers. Her husband died in 1936.
Survivors are two sons, Raymond of this city, Walter of Minneapolis; brother 
Louis of Utica, Ill.
Friends may call at the funeral home after Thursday noon. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 8, 1950  P. 2


RAYMOND E. MOELLER

Raymond E. Moeller, 79, of 88 E. Albert Drive, Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon, 
Dec. 15, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Deacon William Klein will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Moeller was born Oct. 8, 1901, at Two Rivers, Wis., son of the late Bernard 
and Dora Conrad Moeller. He was emplyed at Hamilton Manufacturing Company, Two 
Rivers, retiring in 1965. He married Ida Denk Grall Oct. 9, 1971, at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Ida; a step son Lester Grall of California; four step 
daughters, Mrs. John (Jean) Meidl of Weyauwega, Wis., Mrs. Charles (Charlotte) 
Rusek of California, Mrs. Roy (Gladys) Hargraves of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Mike 
(Shirley) Keehan of (unreadable sentences) children. He was preceded in death by 
a brother and a sister.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 
Thursday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, December 16, 1980 P.3
********
[bur. 12-18-1980/age 79 yrs.]
(08 Oct 1901/Dec 1980/SSDI)


JACOB MOHR

Jacob Mohr, an old soldier well known in this city, died last Sunday at the 
residence of Charles Zimmerhakel at the Rangeline. He was buried Tuesday 
afternoon, Rev. F. W. Huebner officiating. George and Jacob Mohr of Sheboygan 
and Nick Mohr of Menasha were present at the funeral.
The REPORTER, Sat., Mar. 3, 1906
*********
Jacob Mohr
birth: 3 May 1826 Germany
death: 25 February 1906 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1906 Two Rivers
father: Mohr
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


ALVINA MONK

MRS. MONK IS DEATH VICTIM
Lifelong Resident of Town Dies This Morning
Mrs. George Monk, 65, a life long resident of the town of Two Rivers, died at 
her home at 2 o'clock this morning from an attack of bronchial pneumonia which 
followed complication of diseases from which she was suffering for several 
months.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the home 
on Route 1 and at 2:30 o'clock from St. John's Lutheran church. The Rev. W.G. 
Haase will officiate. Interment will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery. The remains 
will be taken to the home from the Beduhn & Goetz funeral home Tuesday afternoon.
Mrs. Monk, nee Alvina Petzoldt was born in the town of Two Rivers, August 22, 1868, 
the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey Petzoldt, early residents of the 
township. On December 28, 1890 she was married in the town of Two Rivers to George 
Monk, who survives her.
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Erwin Frenz of this city, and two 
sons, William of the town of Two Rivers, and Erwin, of the local fire department. 
She also leaves a sister, Mrs. Henry Price of Eagle River, Wis., and a brother, 
Ferdinand Petzoldt of this city. There are also three grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 26, 1933 P.11


GEORGE MONK

On Mon. the 1-yr. old son of Range Line resident Geo. Mauk(sic) died of convulsions.
Der Nord Westen, 21 Nov. 1901
*****
Range Line:
An infant son of Mr. and Mrs. George Monk, died at an early hour Monday morning. 
The little child had been sick for only a few days, the parents having done all within 
their power to save its life, but all in vain, earthly power being unable to retain the 
little soul from its journey into the hereafter. The funeral services at the home will 
be held Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, November 21, 1901 pg. 8
*****
Eastwin:
An infant son of Mr. and Mrs. George Monk died last Monday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, November 21, 1901 pg. 8
*****
(Per notice, death would have been Mon. 18 Nov 1901. On death 
index is Geo. Monk/d. Nov. 18, 1901. He is not on the co. index,
only the state microfiche.


GEORGE MONK    (d. 1935)

DEATH CLAIMS GEORGE MONK
Town of Two Rivers Farmer Dies At Hospital This Morning
George Monk, 64, prominent town of Two Rivers farmer for more than a quarter 
of a century, died in the municipal hospital at 1:30 this morning.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 from the Beduhn and 
Goetz funeral home and at 2 o'clock from St. John's Lutheran church, with the 
Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
The deceased was born in Goshen, Ind., and at the age of nine years he came to 
the town of Two Rivers with his parents where he resided since. In 1894 he was 
married to Alvina Petzoldt of the town of Two Rivers, who preceded him in death 
several years ago.
Mr. Monk is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Erwin Frenz of this city, and two sons, 
William on the homestead farm, and Erwin of this city, a member of the fire 
department who is vacationing in Arizona.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 o'clock tonight until the hour 
of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 1, 1935 P.11
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CORN SHREDDER ADDS VICTIM
George Monk, Range Line, Loses Left Hand in Machine
George Monk, a Range Line farmer has been added to the list of victims of the 
corn shredder machine, Monk having lost his left hand in one of the machines 
Monday. The accident happened on the farm of Ernest Vogeltanz where Monk was 
engaged in assisting Vogeltanz, a neighbor, in cutting corn. In attempting to 
clear the machine when it became clogged, Monk's left hand was pulled into the 
rollers and crushed so badly that amputation was necessary, the hand being cut 
off at the wrist. Monk is about 33 years of age and has a family. The accident 
is the fourth of its kind in the county this season.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Jan. 28, 1908 page 1


JOHANN MONK

John Monk(sic), a well known farmer living on the Range Line, died on Monday 
of last week from a stroke of paralysis and was buried on Wednesday in this 
city from St. John's Lutheran Church. He was 77 years of age and was one of 
the old settlers of the Town of Two Rivers.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., July 12, 1904 


MARIA MONK

Died at the age of 79 years, 5 months on the 5th of August, Mary Monk, nee Felton. 
Deceased was the mother of Geo. Monk of the Town of Two Rivers at whose residence 
she died. Her death resulted from general debility caused by old age. She was buried 
on Friday from St. John's Church.
The Chronicle - Tues., Aug. 10, 1909  
******
Death Thursday last week of old age debility of Mrs. Mary Monk at 
the home of her son Geo. Monk in Two Rivers. The deceased, who was 
79 years 5 months of age, was buried Friday.
Der Nord Westen, 12 Aug. 1909


FELIX MOREAU JR.

Felix Moreau "Jr.", 60, of 2819 11th St., Two Rivers, died Friday evening, 
February 12, 1988 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc, after fighting a 
long courageous battle with cancer. Funeral services will be 11 am Monday at 
Grace Congregational Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate 
and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Moreau was born November 4, 1927 at Forestville, Wisconsin, son of the late 
Felix and Evelyn Austin Moreau. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and 
Washington High School. He married Leona Harding August 5, 1950 at Two Rivers. 
Mr. Moreau served in the Merchant Marine in World War II. He was employed at 
Hamilton Industries for a number of years and prior to his retirement he was 
employed at the Manitowoc Company as a Welder.
Survivors include his wife, two sons and daughters-in-law, Phil and Judy of 
Saukville, Wisconsin and Greg and Mary of Two Rivers; three grandchildren, Chad, 
Stephani and Eric Moreau; three brothers, Orland of Manitowoc, John of Sheboygan 
Falls and Dale of Sheboygan; four sisters, Cecelia Vross, Ruth Peterson and 
Evelyn Reed, all of Two Rivers and Judy Sheahan of Collinsville, Ilinois.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm 
this Sunday where a memorial service will be 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Feb. 14, 1988 page 18
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(04 Nov 1927/12 Feb 1988/SSDI)
[bur. 02-15-1988/age 60 yrs.]


LEONA M. MOREAU

Leona "Lee" Moreau, age 72, of 2819 11th St., Two Rivers, died early Wednesday 
morning, September 8, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, September 10, 1999, at Grace 
Congregational United Church of Christ, Two Rivers. Rev. Kim Henning will 
officiate at the service with burial to follow in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
She was born September 22, 1927, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Freeman and 
Ada Hindt Harding. She attended grade school in Two Rivers, and Washington High 
School graduating with the class of 1945. On August  5, 1950, she married Felix 
Moreau Jr. in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on February 12, 1988. Leona 
was employed by the Joseph Mann Library in the Children's Room for 25 years.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Phil and Judy Moreau, Saukeville, 
Wis., Greg and Mary Moreau, Two Rivers; four grandchildren, Chad, Stephani, Eric, 
and Kyle Moreau; one brother and sister-in-law, Victor and Lorraine Harding, Two 
Rivers; one half-brother, Roger Harding, Grandville, Mich.; one sister, Irene 
Thompson, Springfield, Ore.; one half-sister, Marie Snow, Grandville, Mich. She 
is further survived by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Orland Moreau, Ruth 
Peterson, Evelyn (Bernard St.) Reed, Dale (Rita) Moreau, Judy (Harold) Shehan, 
Joseph Vross. Besides her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by 
two sisters, Edna and Dorothy; and one brother, Ivan.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers from 5-8 p.m. 
Thursday (TONIGHT), and at Grace Congregational United Church of Christ on Friday 
from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m.
Memorials would be appreciated to Grace Congregational United Church of Christ, 
Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, September 9, 1999 P. A2
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(22 Sep 1927/08 Sep 1999/SSDI)


EDNA MORENCY

THE LAST OF THE TRIPLETS
The three babes, triplets born to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Morency of the Eastside, June 21, 
did not remain long in the world. The last of the triplets died on the 5th and the 
funeral was yesterday, the other two having died on the 22nd and 24th of June.
The Reporter, Fri., July 6, 1917


ELVIRA MORENCY

THE LAST OF THE TRIPLETS
The three babes, triplets born to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Morency of the Eastside, June 21, 
did not remain long in the world. The last of the triplets died on the 5th and the 
funeral was yesterday, the other two having died on the 22nd and 24th of June.
The Reporter, Fri., July 6, 1917


EVRET MORENCY

THE LAST OF THE TRIPLETS
The three babes, triplets born to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Morency of the Eastside, June 21, 
did not remain long in the world. The last of the triplets died on the 5th and the 
funeral was yesterday, the other two having died on the 22nd and 24th of June.
The Reporter, Fri., July 6, 1917


AUGUSTA MORGAN

Funeral services for Mrs. Augusta Morgan, 85, a member of a pioneer 
town of Mishicot family and former resident of Two Rivers, will be 
held Friday afternoon from the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home 
in Two Rivers.
Mrs. Morgan died at South Bend, Indiana, Monday and the remains 
arrived in Two Rivers late last night and were taken to the Klein 
and Stangel Inc., funeral home where they can be viewed until the 
time of the services. Rev. Roland Ehlke, assistant pastor of St. 
John's Lutheran church, will officiate and burial will be in 
Pioneer's Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Morgan, nee Augusta Schmidt, was born in the town of Mishicot 
on June 1, 1858, the daughter of the late Carl and Mary Johannes 
Schmidt, early settlers of the town of Mishicot.
After residing at Two Riveres for several years she married James 
Morgan and 20 years ago moved to South Bend. Mr. Morgan died some 
years ago.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Mary Selberg of South Bend; three 
sisters, Mrs. Hulda Kurtz of Two Rivers, Mrs. Henry Schroeder of 
this city, and Mrs. Charles Frank of Milwaukee; three brothers, 
Otto and Carl Schmidt of the town of Two Rivers and Paul Schmidt 
of Milwaukee; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 26, 1943 P. 2
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Mishicot News:
Attend Funeral
The funeral rites of Mrs. Augusta Morgan, nee Schmidt, of South Bend, Ind., 
which was held from the Klein and Stangel funeral home at Two Rivers on 
Friday afternoon was attended by the following brothers, nephews, and nieces 
from here: Mr. and Mrs. Carl Schmidt, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Schmidt, Mrs. Albert 
Schmidt, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Liese and daughter Lorraine, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph 
Schmidt and Mr. and Mrs. George Schmidt, son George Jr.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 1, 1943 P. 8


CECELIA MORRISEY

Cecelia Ella Morrisey, age 100, of Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully Sunday, 
July 11, 1999, at Memorial Spring Shadows Pines Nursing home.
A Memorial Service will be held at Spring Branch Presbyterian Church at 11 a.m. 
Thursday, July 15, 1999. Interment will be at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born May 12, 1899, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Henry and Helena 
Krueger. Cecelia was a member of the Eastern Star and Spring Branch Presbyterian 
Church. She was a devoted wife and mother and will be missed by all that knew her. 
May she rest in peace.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Virgil Dallmann, Houston, 
Texas; one son, William W. Morrisey, Dayton, Ohio; six grandchildren; 19 great-
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wiliam G. Morrisey; one 
son, Howard Morrisey; and one grandson, William E. Dallmann.
The Waltrip Funeral Directors, 1415 Campbell Road, Houston, Texas is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 13, 1999 P. A2
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(12 May 1899/11 Jul 1999/SSDI)


HOWARD MORRISEY

BLOOD POISONING FATAL TO NINE YEAR OLD YOUTH
Death robbed the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Morrisey, 1901 Franklin 
street of their nine year old son when the lad succumbed to a severe 
case of blood poisoning at the Holy Family hospital. The boy had been 
a patient at the hospital for twenty-two days, poisoning believed to 
have started from a bruise which he had failed to call to the attention 
of his parents. The child has a large number of friends which he made 
while he lived in this city having removed here from Two Rivers where 
the body will be buried on tomorrow afternoon at two o'clock from the 
home with the Rev. O.K. Espeseth officiating. Besides his parents, the 
boy is survived by a brother (private) and a sister (private).
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, July 16, 1928 Page 2


WILLIAM G. MORRISEY

Funeral services for William G. Morrisey, 74, of 1714 Hawthorne Ave., 
Two Rivers, former Two Rivers south side supervisor and retired Mirro 
Aluminum Co. rolling mill assistant superintendent, who died shortly 
before noon Wednesday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, will be at 
2 p.m. Saturday at Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. Ralph Backman officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Mr. Morrisey was born June 5, 1897, at Green Bay, son of the late William 
and Caharine Yunger Morrisey. He attended a parochial and high school at 
Green Bay before coming to Two Rivers early in World War I. He had been a 
Mirro Aluminum Co. employe for 45 years, all of which time was spent in the 
rolling mills of Two Rivers and in the larger operation between Two Rivers 
and Manitowoc where he was assistant superintendent when he retired in 1962.
Mr. Morrisey served three terms as supervisor of the Seventh ward at Two 
Rivers and was a member of the Manitowoc County Board's Highway Committee 
and also an original member of the Manitowoc County Parks and Planning 
Commission. For four years he was on the Manitowoc County Fair Board. 
Fraternally, he was a longtime member of Two Rivers Lodge of Masons, No. 200.
He married Cecelia Krueger at Manitowoc Sept. 7, 1918. She survives him with 
a daughter, Mrs. Viril (Betty) Dallman, of Houston, Texas; a son, William W. 
Morrisey, of Dayton, Ohio, and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Friday and after 10 a.m. Saturday at the church where the body will lie in 
state until the time of services. Masonic memorial services will be conducted 
at the funeral chapels at 7:30 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 4, 1972


CAROLINA MOSELER

Moseler:-Died at her home in this city July 25, 1903.  
Caroline, wife of John Moseler, aged 55 years.  Deceased was born 
in Germany on February 4, 1848 and came to this country with her 
parents when about ten years of age.  Whe she grew to womanhood she
was united in marriage to John Moseler, our esteemed City Treasurer,
and bore him nine children, 5 sons and 4 daughters, of whom 3 sons
and 2 daughters are living.  Her illness was long and most intensely
painful and death was to her a sweet relief.  She was a devoted wife
and mother and a consistent christian and her death will be 
sincerely deplored by a large number of sorrowing freinds and 
relatives.  The funeral took place from St. John's Lutheran church 
this afternoon.
*****
Note: Caroline Albrecht/Albright married John Moseler on August 12, 
1865 in Two Rivers. Name of person pronouncing the marriage was Felix
Walsh. She is buried at Pioneer's Rest Cemetery in Two Rivers, Wisconsin.
Their marriage certificate states her parents as Gottlieb and Anna 
Albrecht. Her death certificate states her parents as John and May 
Albrecht. Undertaker conducting the burial was Adam Klein.
(Sent in by a family member, see contributors page)
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From Der Nord Westen, 30 July 1903: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 27 July)
The wife of our City Treasurer, John Moseler, has died following a 7-mo. illness 
at age 55 yrs. 5 mos. She was his second wife and bore 9 children. There were 6 
children of the first marriage, and of that total of 15, only 5 now survive - 3 
sons and 2 daughters. Therefore, he has suffered the loss of 2 wives and 10 children. 
The funeral will be held Tues. afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
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Caroline Albrecht Mosler
birth: 4 February 1848 Germany
death: 25 July 1903 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1903 Two Rivers
father: John Albrecht
mother: May
spouse: John Mosler
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


JACOB MOSELER

Deaths:
Mosler- In the village of Two Rivers on Friday, June 23, 1876, 
of consumption, Jacob Mosler, son of John Mosler, aged 17 years.
Manitowoc Tribune, June 29, 1876


JOHN MOSELER

(Sent in by a family member, see contributors page)
I don't have the name of the paper...it is missing on the top of 
my copy from microfilm but it says Vol. 13.  
He died 22 July 1915.

POPULAR OLD TIMER GONE 
The funeral of John Moseler Sunday was largely attended.  Judge 
Schmidt of Manitowoc delivered the funeral oration which contained
many beautiful sentiments fitting to the occasion.  John Moseler 
was born in Groef (Krov*), Germany in 1832 (November 30).  He grew
to manhood there and when about 20 years of age he and thirteen 
other young men set out for America and Mr. Moseler came to Two 
Rivers and went to work in a saw mill up at Neshoto.  That was in 
May 1854.  The next year he returned to Two Rivers and when the 
chair factory started in 1856 he found employment there and 
continued to work there for thirty-five years with the exception
of one year spent at his old home in Germany.  From 1896 to 1910
Mr. Moseler was city treasurer which position he conducted 
efficiently handling in that time millions of dollars.  He lost by 
death eleven of the children bor to him and buried two wives in 
45 years and of late was confined to bed with an illness of nearly
two years duration.  
Through all his troubles, Mr. Moseler was a cheerful philosopher
accepting his lot with patience and fortitude and emerging from 
his difficulties light hearted and good natured as he ever was.
Although greatly weakened from old age Mr. Moseler had entirely 
recovered from his long illness and his death came after an illness
of a day.  He is survived by five children George of Howards Grove, 
Louis of Mellen, Nicholas of Ishpeming, Mrs. M. Cordts of Milwaukee
and Mrs. Frank Lamach and one brother, Franz Moseler of this city.
*Believed to be Krov.
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JOHN MOSELER WHO SERVED 14 YEARS AS TREASURER AT TWO RIVERS, 
DEAD AT AGE OF 82 YRS.
John Moseler, former city treasurer of Two Rivers, who held the office for
fourteen consecutive years and retired donly because he refused longer to
serve, was buried there Sunday, the funeral being one of the largest the
city has had in years.  Judge A. H. Schmidt of this city, delivered the
eulogy.  Mr. Moseler was 82 years of age, having been born at Croef,
Germany, in 1833.  He located at Two Rivers in 1854.
Mr. Moseler was prominent in democratic politics of Manitowoc county for
years and retained his interest in public affairs up to the time of his
death.  He was well known throughout the county.
Manitowoc Herald Times dated July 27, 1915 (Thursday) page 8.
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OLD TIMERS
Adversity and trouble (and he has had his share of that) have not destroyed the 
cheerfulness of John Moseler. He lost by death eleven of the children born to him, 
has buried two wives in forty-five years, besides the ordinary troubles of life 
that befall all men and of late has been confined to bed with an illness of nearly 
two years duration. Through all his troubles, Mr. Moseler has been a cheerful 
philosopher accepting his lot with patience and fortitude and emerging from his 
difficulties, light hearted and good natured as he ever was.
He is past 80 years of age and is very well after his long siege of illness. He 
claims to be able to walk as well as he could about 79 years ago notwithstanding 
his old age. Such witticism is characteristic of him. He is much given to wit and 
humor.
John Moseler has held positions of trust and ?? in Two Rivers. Besides being an 
alderman for several years, he was the city treasurer for 1896 to 1910, 14 years. 
During that time he handled millions of dollars and his accounts were always straight. 
John Moseler is a democrat and had voted the democratic ticket at every presidential 
election beginning with Buchanan.
John Moseler came to Two Rivers in May, 1854 and went immediately to Neshoto where he 
worked in a saw mill. A year later he came back to Two Rivers. In 1856 the chair 
factory started and he found employment there for thirty-five years. During the first 
two years he did not receive a cent of cash, nor did any of the employes. They were 
given store pay - groceries and other necessities. He was unable to pay $1.80 taxes 
on his house until long after it was due in consequence of this system.
The chair factory was built and operated by the New England Manufacturing company. 
This company brought many workmen from New England but in a few years, they had all 
returned to the east with the exception of a few among whom were Thos. Hayes, who is 
now living a retired life here after 20 years of farming in Minnesota and Daniel Van 
Nostrand, deceased. In the panic of '58 the New England Mfg. Co. was succeeded by 
Aldrich Smith & Co., and this company was succeeded by Mann Bros. In 1862. The Manns 
operated the business until 1890 when the plant was shut down finally. Two years ago 
it was torn down and on its site now stands the plant of the Standard Aluminum 
Company.
John Moseler had the best job in the chair factory for many years. He received a 
certain amount for each chair on the basis of a jobber. Of fourteen young men aged 
about 21 years who started for this country one sunny morning from a quiet little 
village in Germany singing, "We are going to America", Mr. Moseler is the only one 
remaining alive.
Mr. Moseler states that altho during old times in Two Rivers people had to go without 
a great many things which are now plentiful, they had dances and singing and picnics, 
which he thinks were more enjoyed than pleasures of today because people then were 
more contented, took a greater interest in each other and envy and jealousy were 
comparatively unknown among them.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 4, 1913


AUGUST MOSUCH

The twin infants of Mr. and Mrs. Nic Mosuch are dead. One died about 
three weeks ago and the other last week.
The Chronicle, Tues. Apr. 23, 1907


FRED MOSUCH

Fred M. Mosuch, 60, of 2702 Memorial Drive, Two Rivers, owner and operator of 
Lakeview Motel, Two Rivers, died Wednesday morning at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital where he had been a patient for two days. Funeral services will be at 
2 pm Friday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. T.F. 
Stern will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Mosuch was born December 19, 1905 at Two Rivers, son of the late Nick and 
Sophia Kubel Mosuch. He attended St. John Lutheran School and Washington High 
School. He married the former Gladys Baker August 9, 1926 at Menominee, Mich. 
For a number of years the couple operated Mosuch's Cabins and Service Station, 
after which he was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co., for 13 years, retiring in 
1964. He then built the Lakeview Motel.
Survivors include his wife; a son, Kenneth of Two Rivers; a daughter, Mrs. 
James Kastrosky of Lake Mills, Wis., and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 4 pm 
Thursday until 11 am Friday when the casket will be taken to the church where 
the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., July 6, 1966 page M15
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(Fred Mosuch/19 Dec 1905/Jul 1966/SSDI)


GLADYS MOSUCH

Mrs. Gladys Mosuch, 65, of 2702 Memorial Dr., operator of the adjoining 
Lakeview Motel, which she and her late husband built and owned, died early 
Monday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient 
for two weeks.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard Weber officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Mosuch, nee Gladys Baker, was born April 12, 1906, at Rose Lawn, Shawano 
County, daughter of the late William and Carla Senbusch Baker. When she was a 
child the family brought her to Two Rivers. She was married Aug. 9, 1926, to 
Fred Mosuch at Menominee, Mich. He died July 6, 1926. She had been employed for 
a number of years as a saleswoman at Schroeder Bros. Dept. Store before the 
couple built the motel.
Surviving are a daughter, a son, four sisters, Mrs. John LaFond, Mrs. Edmund 
Malkowski and Mrs. Grant Gustavson, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Gertrude Zulke of 
Oshkosh; two brothers, Ervin of Two Rivers and Harvey Baker, of Bayfield and 
four grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 6 o'clock 
to 9 o'clock this Tuesday evening. The casket will be taken to the church at 
8:30 a.m. Wednesday where it will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 7, 1971
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(Gladys Mosuch/12 Apr 1906/Sep 1971/SSDI)


JOHN MOSUCH

The twin infants of Mr. and Mrs. Nic Mosuch are dead. One died about 
three weeks ago and the other last week.
The Chronicle, Tues. Apr. 23, 1907


KENNETH MOSUCH

Kenneth F. Mosuch, age 61, of Mesa, Ariz., died of a heart attack on Friday, 
December 20, 1996.
Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
He was born July 1, 1935, in Two Rivers, son of Gladys and Fritz Mosuch. He 
graduated in 1953 from Washington High School. He was an auto mechanic at 
various local garages and owned M&N Auto Repair. Later he was a partner of 
Lakeview Motel, Two Rivers for 16 years and then a maintenance supervisor at 
Tri-City Mall, Mesa, Ariz.
Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law, Patti Rakes and special 
friend Richard Graham, 615 Burnthouse Road, Vicksburg, MS 39180, Vicki and 
Royce Campo, 10864 S. Harbour, Lot 133, Parker, Ariz. 85344; one sister and 
brother-in-law, Beverly and Jim Kastrosky, PO Box 223, Cedar Key, FL 32625; 
10 grandchildren also survive.
Condolences may be sent to the above addresses.
Herald Times Reporter, January 3, 1997  P. A2


SOPHIA MOSUCH

Mrs. Sophia Mosuch, 74, nearly a lifelong resident of the county, died early 
Tuesday night at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Fred 
Mosuch, Memorial Drive, Two Rivers, with whom she had been making her home 
for many years.
Mrs. Mosuch was stricken with a heart attack at the home on Sunday. Early in 
April this year she sustained a broken hip in a fall.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at St. John's Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Mosuch, nee Sophia Kubel, was born at Sandy Bay, town of Carlton, Kewaunee 
County, in 1880, a daughter of the late William and Ida Glandt Kobel. When she 
was a child the family brought her to Two Rivers where she had resided since. In 
1901 she was married to Nicholas Mosuch at Two Rivers who preceded her in death 
10 years ago. For a number of years she was employed at Plant No. 4 of the 
Aluminum Goods Manfacturing Company, Two Rivers, retiring nine years ago. She 
was a member of the Ladies Aid Society of St. John's Church for many years.
Surviving Mrs. Mosuch are the son, Fred, two grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 
7 p.m. Wednesday until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 1, 1954  P. 23


ANDREW MUELLER

Mr. Andrew Mueller, father of Mrs. C. Winkelmiller, of this city, of whose
illness mention was made in our last issue, died at his home in Chicago last
week after being confined to his bed for about two weeks. Mr. Mueller was
formerly a resident of this county, being a farmer in Saxonberg, a few miles
north of this city, and had at the time of his death reached the ripe age of
84 years. His remains were brought to this city for burial in the public
cemetery here by the side of his wife who has been dead for quite a number
of years. The funeral takes place from the residence of Mr. Winkelmiller
this afternoon.
Two Rivers Manitowoc Co. Chronicle, Tuesday, Sept. 5, 1882


CARRIE E. MUELLER

Mrs. Carrie Mueller, 85, formerly of 1523-17th St., Two Rivers, a resident 
of the Hamilton Memorial Home and previously in the Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital Extended Care Unit the past four years, died at the hospital Sunday 
afternoon.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will be in Pioneer's 
Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Mueller, nee Carrie Kaufmann, was born Nov. 15, 1886, at Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary Kiefer Kaufmann. Her father was an 
early blacksmith and a member of a family which owned a large area which 
is now Point Beach State Forest. She attended Two Rivers public schools 
and Oct. 18, 1910, she was married to Charles A. Mueller at Two Rivers. Her 
husband preceded her in death Sept. 13, 1966.
Survivors include a son, Floyd, of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Joseph Dennis, 
of Two Rivers; a brother, Walter Kaufmann, of Two Rivers, four grandchildren 
and one great grandchild. Five brothers and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 4 o'clock this Monday afternoon 
until 9 o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 6, 1971


CHARLES A. MUELLER    (d. 1966)

Charles A. Mueller, 78, of 1523-17th St., Two Rivers, a retired longtime 
employe of Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, died early Tuesday morning at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery.
Born at Forestville, Door County, July 2, 1888, a son of the late Frank and 
Alvina Zarn Mueller. Mr. Mueller worked as a youth in the upstate logging camps 
as an assistant cook. For 33 years he was an employe of Hamilton Mfg. Co., 
retiring in 1953.
Mr. Mueller married the former Carrie Kaufmann, a member of a pioneer Two Rivers 
family, Oct. 18, 1910. The couple celebrated its golden wedding anniversary in 
1960.
An ardent hunter and fisherman in his earlier years, he frequently made trips 
with his late father-in-law, Nick Kaufmann, early Two Rivers blacksmith and 
extensive landowner, now Point Beach State Forest property, to the Pembine 
area.
Besides his wife, Mr. Mueller leaves a son, Floyd F. Mueller, a Hamilton Mfg. 
Co., engineering executive; four sisters, Mrs. Walter Scherer and Mrs. Walter 
Hoffman, of Algoma, Mrs. Clara Nestman, of Modesto, Calif., and Mrs. Alvina 
Depke, of Rankin, Kewaunee County; four brothers, Edward, of Forestville, 
Reinhardt, of Two Rivers, Frank, of Milwaukee and Alfred, of Chicago and four 
grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 13, 1966  P. 3
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(Charles Mueller/02 Jul 1888/Sep 1966/SSDI)


CHARLES E. MUELLER    (d. 1933)

Charles E. Mueller, 65, Dies Thursday, This Morning 
AFFLICTION OF HEART CLAIMS CITY'S LEADER 
Funeral Services To Be Held Monday At Chapel; Friends Are Shocked At Death 
Death at 3 o'clock this morning claimed one of the city's leading citizens, 
Charles E. Mueller, 65, at the home of his brother, E. R. Mueller, 2623 
Washington street. He had been in poor health for more than a year but became 
seriously ill with a heart affliction a week ago.
He retired 18 years ago from the brewery business, but continued as vice 
president and a director of the Bank of Two Rivers. About 35 years ago he 
served on the city council and on the water and light commission.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Beduhn and 
Goetz chapel, with the Rev. Thomas A. Hawkes officiating. Interment will be in 
the family lot in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Born in Two Rivers May 25, 1868, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Mueller, 
Mr. Mueller received his education in the public schools and had completed two 
years in the high school when he went to Milwaukee in 1885 and took a commercial 
course in a business college in that city. Completing his course he studied for 
brewmaster under an internationally known professor.
Returning to Two Rivers Mr. Mueller built up a state-wide reputation as a 
brewmaster and made the Mueller Brothers Brewing company famous throughout the 
territory for its excellent beer. Through him the business became successful in 
face of the competition from the Milwaukee breweries which dominated sales in 
the state.
Started in 1849 
The Mueller brewery was established here in 1849 by Mr. Mueller's grandfather, 
the late Edward Frederick Mueller who came here from Chemnitz, Germany in 1847, 
where he held a position of overseer of a brewery and distillery on the estate 
of Baron Von Gablentz. He was highly educated and was considered a leading 
chemist in that day.
It was Mr. Mueller's friends in Two Rivers and Manitowoc who persuaded him to 
come here and establish a brewery. The business was never very profitable for 
him and on several occasions he was tempted to close down his brewery and return 
to Germany where he was offered a lucrative position.
When Mr. Mueller, the founder of the brewery, died in 1871, his son Richard E. 
Mueller took over the business. As the village developed into a city and the 
surrounding country grew, the brewery expanded with it and was constantly being 
improved. He died in 1894 and his sons Charles and Edwin became associated in 
the management and the brother operated the establishment until Jan. 1, 1915 
when it was sold to John J. Eisenbeiss of Chicago. Several years later the name 
of the firm was changed to the Two Rivers Beverage company, but it continued to 
brew the famous "Golden Drops" beer originated by Mr. Mueller.
After the sale of the brewery Mr. Mueller retired and took charge of the real 
estate holdings of the Mueller Bros. company. 
While actively engaged in the management of the brewery, Mr. Mueller from 1898 
to 1903 served on the city council, and when the municipal water and light plant 
was established here, he was appointed to the water and light commission and took 
a major part in the management of the plant and the construction of the building. 
Mr. Mueller was independent in politics and never strived for high posts.
A public spirited citizen, Mr. Mueller was somewhat of a philanthropist, assisting 
scores of Two Rivers persons, but his deeds seldom were made known. He was liberal 
in cases where help was needed. 
For many years and up to his death Mr. Mueller was vice president and a director 
of the Bank of Two Rivers. Through his wise counsel and foresight the banking 
establishment was a success.
Fraternally Mr. Mueller was affiliated with the Elks lodge, being one of the 
charter members of the organization. For more than a dozen years Mr. Mueller spent 
the winter months at Miami, Florida, where he owned property.
Mr. Mueller's death this morning proved a shock to hundreds of friends in Two 
Rivers, particularly his boyhood companions with whom he associated up to his 
death. They are Postmaster Conrad Baetz and Charles Kirst, Old timers recall his 
"gang" which included the above friends, his brother, Edwin, and George Hallauer, 
who now resides at Danville, Ill. He never married.
"Mr. Mueller was a true friend," said Mr. Baetz, with whom he associated most, 
"and he helped many in Two Rivers and never mentioned his philanthropic activities."
The remains can be viewed at the Beduhn and Goetz chapel from 7 to 9 o'clock 
Saturday night and until the time of the funeral Monday afternoon.
Surviving Mr. Mueller are a sister, Mrs. W. S. Bremer of Milwaukee and Edwin R. 
Mueller of this city, with whom he made his home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 15, 1933  P. 17 


DOROTHEA MUELLER

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 04 Sep.)
Death Sat. afternoon from a stroke of Southside resident Mrs. Joachim Mueller. 
Only 38, she leaves her husband and 5 children the eldest of whom is 11. Her 
husband is employed as a guard at the local sawmill. The funeral will take 
place from the Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Sep. 1899
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The wife of Joachim Miller watchman at the pail factory, died last Saturday after 
a illness of only a few hours duration. The cause of her death is said to have been 
heart failure. Her funeral takes place from the Lutheran church this afternoon and 
the employes of the factory attended the same in a body.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Sept. 5, 1899


EDWARD MUELLER    (d. 1871)

DIED - 
At Two Rivers, in this County, on the 16th day of May 1871, Mr. 
Edward Mueller at the age of 64 years.
It becomes our painful duty to record the death of our dear relative 
and friend Mr. Edward Mueller, at Two Rivers, on last Tuesday morning, 
after a long and painful sickness. Our brother was born August 31st, 
1807 and was one of the earliest settlers in this County; having come 
here in 1847 from Saxony, Germany, with his family and made his home 
in Two Rivers soon after, where then but few white men were to be seen. 
Having made chemistry in connection with brewing and distilling his 
main study, and having superintended large establishments of that kind 
in Germany, he soon started a brewery at his new home and has continued 
the same ever since. He was a man of the most upright character, beloved 
by all who ever made his acquaintance, and his death, although not 
unexpected, is a serious, irreparable loss to his deeply stricken wife, 
children, and other relatives and to his large circle of sorrowing 
friends. He will be buried this afternoon with Masonic honors.
Manitowoc Tribune  Thursday, May 18, 1871  pg. 4
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The Funeral of our late brother and friend, Edward Mueller, in Two Rivers 
was the largest attended and most solemnly conducted, we have witnessed 
yet anywhere. The whole village of Two Rivers seemed to be in mourning, 
and all its inhabitants assembled at or near the late residence of the 
honored deceased.
The relatives and friends, the members of the Masonic fraternity and of 
the Saengerbund arrived from Manitowoc about two o'clock p.m., when soon 
after the procession started, headed by the brothers of the Manitowoc 
Lodge No. 55 followed by the hearse with four pall bearers, members of 
the late Tracy Lodge on each side. Then came the carriage with the family, 
followed by two others containing the relatives of the honored dead, 
and those were joined by not less than fifty other conveyances of all 
descriptions, besides hundreds of mourning friends on foot from Two Rivers, 
Manitowoc and other adjoining towns.
On reaching the grave, the family and relatives with the Masons formed a 
circle around the last resting place of the deceased, and the Saengerbund 
sang an appropriate hymn, which was followed by an oration delivered by Mr. 
G.W. Fechter, then the solemn and beautiful Masonic funeral service was 
delivered in a most impressive manner, and another beautiful song closed 
those solemn exercises.
Thus another friend and brother has received the last evidences of love and 
affection, that could be given him on earth, but the remembrance of the 
beloved dead will ever be cherished by all who knew him during his long 
residence among us, as a faithful husband, a loving father and trusty friend.
The mourning widow, children and relatives of the deceased would tender their 
heartfelt thanks for the many evidences of kindness and love which were shown 
to their beloved departed, by the Masonic fraternity, the Saengerbund, the 
orator Mr. G.W. Fechter, and the host of other friends who honored his memory, 
and those he left behind, by their presence and assistance at his funeral on 
Thursday May, 19th, 1871.
Dear, Beloved, thou hast left us,
We no more thy face shall see,
Till we also cross the river
There forever to be with thee.
Thou hast been so kind and noble
In all thy acts while here below,
And it seems as if we could not,
Could not bear to let thee go.
Can it be that thou wilt never 
Meet with us while here below?
Yes, our little band is broken
By the silent, deadly foe.
Dear, beloved! how we miss thee!
But we know 'twill not be long,
Soon we'll meet, where there's no Parting
There to join in endless song.
Manitowoc Tribune  Thursday, May 25, 1871 pg. 4


EDWARD MUELLER    (d. 1903)

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 05 Jan.)
Our fellow citizen, Edward Mueller, who has an ice business and soda water plant, 
died Sat. night. His death released him from the pain he suffered during a long 
illness. He leaves his widow and 3 children in good circumstances.
Der Nord Westen, 08 Jan. 1903
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The death of Edward Mueller, owner of the Two Rivers Bottling works, deprives 
the city of one of its best known citizens. He was nearly 50 years of age and 
leaves a wife and family. His father founded the first brewery here over fifty 
years ago.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 8, 1903 pg. 1
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DIED
Mueller - At his home in this city, January 4, 1903, Edward Mueller, aged 49 
years. 
Edward Mueller was born in Two Rivers on the 9th day of December, 1853 and his 
whole life was spent here. His death took place last Sunday morning and was due 
to tuberculosis. During the last ten or twelve years of his life, he had 
occasional attacks of inflammatory rheumatism, causing him to suffer much acute 
pain and about a year ago tuberculosis set in and after causing him much agony 
finally ended his earthly existence. Mr. Mueller was a genial and lovable man. 
He was as well known and highly esteemed as any man in the city and his death 
will be universally regretted. He was a brother of the late R.E. Mueller and of 
Mrs. F. Bunke of the Southside. His parents, who died years ago, were among the 
first residents of this city. In 1883 he was married to Sophia Voshardt who with 
two daughters and one son, survive. The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon. 
and will be conducted by the Odd Fellows to which he was an honored member.
The Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 6, 1903
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The funeral of Edward Mueller which took place last Wednesday was a very fine and 
impressive one. The attendance was very large, indicating the kind regard and 
high estimation in which he was held by those who knew him. The floral tributes 
were numerous and beautiful. At the residence funeral services were held by the 
Rev. C.W. Schlueter, assisted by a choir of the Evangelical Church. At the 
conclusion of the religious service, the Odd Fellows took charge of the body, 
burying it according to the solemn rites of their order. The eulogy was delivered 
by C. Pahlkoetter.
The Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 13, 1903


EDWIN R. MUELLER

Edwin R. Mueller, 73, well known in state Elks circles, and marshal of the 
Memorial day exercises at Two Rivers for 52 consecutive years, died late 
Wednesday afternoon of a heart ailment at his home there. 
Mr. Mueller member of a pioneer brewing family at Two Rivers, was honored in 
1941 when he completed 50 years as marshal of the Memorial day parade with 
messages from President Roosevelt and former Gov. Julius Heil.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Elks lodge room. 
Mr. Mueller was a charter member of the Two Rivers lodge. The Rev. Thomas 
Hakes will officiate. Interment will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Mr. Mueller, son of Richard and Catherine Mueller was born at Two Rivers in 
1870. The family established the Mueller brewery at Two Rivers, now known as 
the Two Rivers Beverage company.
In 1889 Mr. Mueller married Miss Lillian Kappelman. She survives with a son, 
Richard, of Kirkwood, Mo.; sister, Mrs. Jennie Bremer of Two River and two 
grandchildren.
Mr. Mueller first joined the Manitowoc lodge of Elks in 1917 and transferred 
to the Two Rivers lodge when it was founded three years later. Last year he 
was elected exalted ruler after serving 2? years as inner guard.
He was only 20 years old when he was named marshal of the day for the observance 
of Memorial day, and for years rode a horse at the head of the parade that 
marched from downtown Two Rivers to the cemeteries. For his faithful services 
for 52 years the American Legion post presented him with a life membership.
Mr. Mueller was an enthusiastic sportsman several times each year making hunting 
expeditions to his 560-acre preserve near Ringle Marathon county with his old 
friends, George J. Anderers and the late Charles Krause.
In his relic room in the basement of his North Washington street residence is 
one of the finest collections of old firearms in the state.
The body will be in state at the Beduhn funeral home where it may be viewed 
from three o'clock Friday afternoon until 11 a.m. Saturday. At that hour it 
will be moved to the Elks club for the afternoon services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 20, 1944  P. 2


EMELIA MUELLER

Mrs. John Henry Mueller, 76, of 2304 14th street, Two Rivers, died Monday at 
the Two Rivers Municipal hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., 
funeral home, Two Rivers, and at 3:30 at. St. John Lutheran church there. Burial 
will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Mueller, nee Emilia Thiele, was born in Sheboygan in 1873 and later located 
in Two Rivers where she was married to Mr. Mueller.
In addition to the husband, survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Emma Martin of 
Bolt, Wis., Mrs. Ray Held of Two Rivers, Mrs. George Panger of Sturgeon Bay, and 
Mrs. Wilhelmine McCown of Chicago; two step daughters, Mrs. Louis Loeser and Mrs. 
Elwood Ahrens both of Two Rivers; three step sons, William Mueller, Henry Mueller 
and ___ ___ of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. August Markwardt of Sheboygan; a 
brother, William Thiele of Sheboygan; and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 o'clock this evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 25, 1950  P. 2


FLOYD F. MUELLER

Floyd F. Mueller, age 82, of 3011 Monroe Street, Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
Sunday morning, November 14, 1999 at his residence, just six weeks after his 
wife passed away.
Funeral services will be held at 12:30 PM on Tuesday, November 16, 1999 at Deja 
& Martin Funeral chapels, Two Rivers. Rev. William O'Brien will officiate at the 
service, with burial to follow in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Floyd was born March 2, 1917, in Two Rivers, son of the late Charles A. & Carrie 
Kaufmann Mueller. He attended the Hamilton Grade School, and was a 1935 graduate 
of Washington High School, Two Rivers. He then attended the Manitowoc Business 
College, where he earned a Associate Degree in Accounting in 1937. Floyd then 
attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, graduating in 1941 with a Bachelor's 
degree in chemical engineering. On February 2, 1946 he was married to Ruth E. 
Finnegan at St. Margaret's Catholic Church, Wisconsin Dells. She preceded him in 
death October 4, 1999. He was employed as a chemical engineer with Hercules Powder 
Co. in Manitowoc, before joining Hamilton Mfg. Co. in 1946, where he held the 
position of Manager Product-Design & Engineer of all products. While with Hamilton, 
Floyd designed and earned patents on a number of their products. He also patented 
numerous other articles throughout his lifetime. He retired from Hamilton's in 1981. 
Floyd served on a number of committees while with Hamilton's, as well as the Two 
Rivers Planning Commission,the Two Rivers Zoning Board, and the Manitowoc County 
Planning & Park Commission. He was a member of a number of organizations, including 
the Two Rivers Elks, Manitowoc Yacht Club, U.W. Alumni Assoc., Hamilton Management 
Club, and was a charter member of U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Ruth & Floyd enjoyed 
traveling the past 20 years, having been to many parts of the United States, Canada, 
and Europe. They often vacationed during the winter in Florida. Floyd also enjoyed 
hunting, fishing, reading, music, and spending time at their cottage.
He survived by his children; Floyd (Fritz) Karla Mueller, of Tomah, WI, Virginia and 
Richard Goebel, Rolling Meadows, IL, Judith and Patrick Mayo, Oshkosh, Patricia and 
Scott Carey, Glen Ellyn, IL; Grandchildren, Carrie and Sara Mueller, Timothy Goebel, 
Peter (Anne) Mayo, Heather Mayo, Ashley and Brittany Carey. One Sister-in-law, Leone 
(Mainert) Anderson, Wisconsin Dells.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers from 11:00 AM Tuesday 
until the time of service at 12:30 PM. There will be no visitation this evening.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, Nov. 15, 1999 P. A2
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(02 Mar 1917/14 Nov 1999/SSDI)


HENRY MUELLER

Death in Two Rivers on Mon. of Henry Miller(sic), after a long and 
difficult battle with consumption. The deceased, who leaves a widow 
and several small children in poor circumstances, was buried yesterday 
from the Evangelical Church.
Der Nord Westen, 17 Sept. 1896 


JOHANNA MUELLER    (d. 1894)

DIED - At her home in Two Rivers on Thursday night last, Johanna Mueller in the 
72nd year of her age. The deceased was the widow of the late Edward Mueller and 
the mother of Richard Mueller Esq., the popular brewer and Mrs. Bertha Kochnke, 
whose husband was so unfortunately drowned a short time since. The deceased was 
one of the oldest settlers in the county having come to Two Rivers with her 
family in 1847. A wide circle of friends regret her death.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Aug. 5, 1884 page 3
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Death of Mrs. Johanna Mueller in Two Rivers. She was born in Weimar in 1811 and 
was 72 yrs. 11 mos. old. She lived in Two Rivers since she was 37 years old. She 
leaves 3 children: Richard E. Mueller, Edward Mueller, and Mrs. Bertha Koehnke 
(nee Mueller). The funeral took place Sunday.
Der Nord Westen, Aug. 7, 1884


JOHN MUELLER   (d. 1946)

DEATH CLAIMS JOHN MUELLER ON SATURDAY
World War I Veteran, Well Known Musician, Taken by Heart Attack
A heart attack following a two weeks illness caused the death shortly
before four o'clock Saturday afternoon of John A. Mueller, 56, widely
known World War I overseas veteran, former musician, and charter
member of the old Two Rivers Motorcycle club, at the home of his mother,
Mrs. Anna Koeser, 1430 Hawthorne avenue.
Military funeral services will be conducted by the Robert E. Burns
post 165, American Legion at the Klein & Stangel, Inc. funeral home
at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. The Rev. William C.F. Hays, pastor of
Emanuel Evangelical church will officiate. Interment will be in Pioneers'
Rest cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the hour
of services.
Born in 1889
John A. Mueller, familiarly known among his friends here as "Hipshy",
was born in this city on October 29, 1889, a son of the late Henry
Mueller and Mrs. Anna Mueller Koeser. Interested in instrumental music
since boyhood, he was a member of the old South Side band, which was
under leadership of Herbert Schultz. He later became a member of the
Twin River band, under the late Tony Hansen, a forerunner of the
present Hamilton band. He played both the baritone and alto horns.
Entering the service in September, 1917, he served in France as a
musician with the 365th Infantry, remaining overseas more than a year
and a half. He returned to the states and to his home here in April
of 1919. Soon after he organized Mueller's Brass band, which played 
for dances and other social functions in this vicinity for several
years.
Ardent Cyclist
Mr. Mueller was one of the first Two Rivers young men to purchase
a motorcycle and was one of the organizers of the old Two Rivers
Motorcycle club, which had a membership between the years of 1909 
to 1911 of some ?? members.(fold in paper) He never married.
Besides his mother, he leaves three sisters, Miss Margaret at
home Mrs. Carrie Drescher of Wauwatosa and Mrs. Clara McBrien of
Manitowoc, and a brother, William Mueller of Mishicot route 1.
Mr. Mueller was a member of the Robert E. Burns post, American
Legion for many years.
Two Rivers Reporter, Monday, February 4, 1946
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[John Arthur Mueller]


JOHN MUELLER    (d. 1959)

John Henry (Joachim) Mueller, 96, formerly of 2303 14th St., Two Rivers, one of 
the oldest residents of the county, died Friday afternoon at Fair Hill Nursing 
Home, Rosecrans, where he had been a patient the past five years.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers and at 2 pm at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Mueller was born Oct. 13, 1862 in Germany, where nearly 75 years ago he 
married Dorothea Tegen. The family immigrated to this countnry in 1889 settling 
in Two Rivers' south side where he had been a resident until his confinement at 
the nursing home. His wife died in 1899 and in 1900 he married Miss Minnie 
Schmoock in Two Rivers. She died in 1927. In 1930 he married Mrs. Amelia Panger 
who died in 1950. Mr. Mueller was one of the early employees of the Mann Brothers 
Pail Factory in Two Rivers. For many years later until his retirement 26 years 
ago, he was employed as a watchman for the Two Rivers properties of the Lakeside 
Packing Co., orginally operated by the late E.J. Vaudreuil.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs.Louis Loeser and Mrs. Elwood Ahrens of Two Rivers; 
four step-daughters, Mrs. john Nigg of Chicago, Mrs. Ray Heldt and Mrs. Emma Martin 
of Two Rivers and Mrs. George Panger of Sturgeon Bay; three sons, William Sr., and 
Henry of Two Rivers and Walter of Los Gatos, Calif.; 17 grandchildren and 49 great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 pm Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Sat., April 4, 1959 - page 9
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[John Henry Mueller]


KATHERINE MUELLER

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 04 Jan.) 
The funeral of Mrs. R.E. Mueller took place here yesterday. Mrs. 
Mueller was a widow whose late husband, exmayor Richard E. Mueller, 
proprietor of the local brewery, died several years ago. She was 
born the daughter of the late Manitowoc resident Carl Holzknecht
on 11 Apr. 1844, in Amorbach, Bavaria. She is survived by 3 children, 
sons Charles and Eduard who still run their father's brewery, and a 
daughter. Mrs. Mueller was a highly respected lady in this community 
and her funeral was attended by an extraordinary number of mourners 
in the cortege from the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Jan. 1904
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DIED
Mueller:  At her home in this city, December 31, 1903, at the age of 60 years, 
Katherine Mueller, relict of R.E. Mueller
Katherine Mueller was born in Bavaria, April 11, 1844 and was a daughter of the 
late Carl Holzknecht of Manitowoc, by his first wife. She came with her parents 
to America when but 11 years of age. For a time the family lived in New York city 
and then took up their residence in Manitowoc. She was married to the late R.E. 
Mueller in 1867 and from that time until her death, Two Rivers was her home. She 
was the mother of three children, Charles, Edwin and Jennie. The two former 
constitute the firm of Mueller Bros. Brewers of this city and the latter is the 
wife of Wm Bremer, a local manufacturer. Mrs. Mueller was a loyal wife and a 
loving, cherishing mother. She was devoted to her home and was never negligent 
in any of her home duties, caring but little for society outside her home circle. 
But she never-the-less won the esteem of all neighbors, as well, as a wide circle 
of acquaintances. Her remains were buried beside those of her husband. The funeral 
which took place yesterday was from St. Luke's church and was a large one.
The Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 5, 1904


LILLIAN MUELLER

Funeral services for Mrs. Lilly Mueller, 98, of 2623 Washington St., Two Rivers, 
widow of Edwin R. Mueller of the community's early brewing family and also a 
member of a prominent pioneer business family, were at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Deja 
and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. t. F. Stern officiating. Burial 
was in the family lot in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Mueller died at 12:30 p.m. Monday at Memorial Hospital at Manitowoc, where 
she had been a patient for 10 days.
Pallbearers were William C. Stueck, Walter Kappelman, Roger and William J. 
Kahlenberg, Harry Bremer and Charles Parizek.
Mrs. Mueller, nee Lilly Kappelman, was born Feb. 1, 1878, at Two Rivers, a daughter 
of the late Henry and Mary Lueth Kappelman. Mrs. Mueller's father, who owned and 
operated the community's early hostelry at Washington and 19th streets, known as 
the Wisconsin House, was also a director of the Bank of Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Mueller, prior to her marriage nearly 70 years ago to Edwin R. Mueller, had 
charge of the dining room in the hotel. Her husband, long an associate with his 
brother, the late Charles E. Mueller, in the operation of the old Mueller Brothers 
Brewing Co. at Two Rivers, preceded her in death 23 years ago.
Mrs. Mueller had been active for a number of years in the Auxiliary of Two Rivers 
Elks Lodge No. 1380 and also was a member of the Ladies Society of St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Surviving Mrs. Mueller are a son, Richard E. Mueller, now a Kirkwood, Mo., 
businessman, who formerly was an automobile dealer at Two Rivers; a grandson, 
Richard C. Mueller Jr. of Kirkwood; a granddaughter, Mrs. Marilyn Mueller Gabriel 
of Riverside, Calif., and three great grandchildren. Two sisters, Mrs. Fred C. 
Johannes and Miss Carrie Kappelman, and a brother Herman, preceded her in death.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 5, 1967  P. 18 


MARY MUELLER

Miss Mary Mueller, 73, 1430 Hawthorne Ave., Two Rivers, died Thursday evening 
at the Fair Hills Convalescent Home, Maribel, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at the Pfeffer Fuenral Home, Manitowoc, at 3 p.m. 
Saturday with Rev. M. J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Miss Mueller was born in Two Rivers in 1878. She had been a lifelong resident 
of Two Rivers. She never married.
Survivors include: a brother, William Mueller, of Route 1, Two Rivers; two 
sisters, Mrs. Wesley Drescher of Milwaukee and Mrs. Hugh McBrien of Manitowoc and 
nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 11, 1952  P. 2


RICHARD E. MUELLER

Ex-Mayor Richard Mueller of Two Rivers, the owner of the brewery there, 
died yesterday. Mr. Mueller was ill for a long time and his death was 
not unexpected. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Der Nord Westen, 03 May 1894
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Richard Mueller of Two Rivers was buried last Sun. He was born 29 June 1839
in Kittlitz, Saxony, and came to America with his parents in 1846, directly 
to Two Rivers where he lived until his death. 27 yrs. ago he married Miss 
Katharine Holzknecht of Manitowoc. The marriage produced 2 sons and 2 
daughters, all of whom survive. About 23 yrs. ago Mr. Mueller inherited his 
father's ownership in a small brewery that he improved and enlarged year by 
year. He also engaged in various city positions. The funeral took place Sun. 
afternoon under the auspices of the Odd Fellows Lodge of Two Rivers, of which 
he was a member. Mr. C. Pahlcotter led the ceremony and delivered a short 
speech. The funeral procession was one of the largest ever seen in Two Rivers. 
Mr. A. Wittmann delivered the graveside oration.
Der Nord Westen, 10 May 1894 
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IN MEMORIAM
Lodge No. 66 I.O.O.F.
Two Rivers, Wis., May 2nd, 1894

In token of friendship and Love we this day
Assemble in sorrow our tribute to pay;
And bury in sadness the earthly remains
Of R.E. Mueller, relieved of his pains.

His frankness of nature and kindness of heart
Made friends of acquaintances right from the start;
In deep affliction his sign of distress
Was answwered by many whose love they confess.

Resolved that a loss we here deeply allow
Before his Omniscience we all meekly bow;
Record these our minutes and send to the press
And then hand a copy to her in distress.

Resolved that his Virtues we each imitate
His foibles inter in a quiescent state;
The Badge of the Order each member should wear
The Hall draped in mourning with usual care.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., May 15, 1894
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Richard E. Mueller
birth: 29 June 1839 Kittlitz, Saxony
death: 2 May 1894 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers
father: Edward Mueller
mother: Johanna
spouse: Johanna
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


RUTH E. MUELLER    (d. 1999)

Ruth Evelyn Mueller, age 77, of 3011 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Monday evening, 
October 4, 1999, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, October 7, 1999, at Holy 
Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial 
will be Rev. William G. O'Brien with burial to follow at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
She was born July 25, 1922, in Lynden Station, Wis., daughter of the late Daniel 
and Mary Chesmore Finnegan. She was a graduate of Wisconsin Dells High School. 
During World War II she held the position of Floorlady in the Rocket Propellants 
for Badger Ordinance in Baraboo, Wis. There she met Floyd Mueller who she married 
on February 2, 1946, at St. Margarets Church, Wisconsin Dells. Together they raised 
four children and have enjoyed their seven grandchildren. Floyd and Ruth enjoyed 
traveling, having been to many parts of the United States, Canada and Europe. They 
enjoyed cruises and often vacationed during the winters in Florida. When not 
traveling, they enjoyed the theatre as member of the Masquers, Capitol Civic Centre 
and the Wiedner Centre. Ruth was a long time volunteer at Two Rivers Hospital, the 
Hamilton Memorial Home and Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. Together the couple lended 
their assistance to the Manitowoc County Historical Museum. In her spare time, Ruth 
enjoyed gardening, she was an excellent home manager, cook, and devoted mother. She 
was totally dedicated to her family and enjoyed life.
Survivors include her husband, Floyd; three daughters and sons-in-law, Virginia and 
Richard Goebel, Rolling Meadows, Ill., Judith and Patrick Mayo, Oshkosh, Patricia and 
Scott Carey, Glen Ellyn, Ill.; one son and daughter-in-law, Floyd (Fritz) and Karla 
Mueller, Toma, Wis.; seven grandchildren, Carrie and Sara Mueller, Timothy Goebel, 
Peter Mayo, Heather Mayo, Ashley and Brittany Carey; one sister, Leone (Mainert) 
Anderson, Wisconsin Dells; a number of neices and nephews also survive. Beside her 
parents, she was preceded in death by four sisters and two brothers.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers from 6-8 p.m. 
Wednesday (TONIGHT). There will be no Thursday morning visitation. Please meet at 
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church for the Mass at 10 a.m. Thursday.
Herald Times Reporter, October 6, 1999 P. A2
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(25 Jul 1922/04 Oct 1999/SSDI)


RUTH M. MUELLER    (d. 1928)

Two Rivers Section:
Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Miller are mourning the death of their six 
months old daughter which occurred today.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, June 09, 1928 Page 12
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(NOTE: This one is a judgement call.)


SOPHIA V. MUELLER

MRS. MUELLER, CHICAGO, DIES
Member of Prominent Early Family Here Is Dead
Messages were received here this morning announcing the death on Sunday of Mrs. 
Edward Mueller, a member of a prominent early family of this city, at her home 
in Chicago where she has resided for more than 35 years. The aged lady was 
nearly 80 years old.
No definite funeral arrangements have been made, but it is understood that services 
will be held on Wednesday with the remains to be removed to the Voshardt mausoleum 
in Pioneers' Rest cemetery here.
Mrs. Mueller, nee Sophie Voshardt, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Voshardt, 
of this city, was the widow of the late Edward Mueller, who operated the first 
bottling works in the city. He was a brother of Richard Mueller, founder of the 
former Mueller Brothers Brewing company, now the Two Rivers Beverage company. She 
was born in Germany and came to this country with her parents at an early age and 
settled in this city.
Surviving Mrs. Mueller are two daughters, Mrs. John J. Danhof, of Detroit, and Mrs. 
William Kettering of LaMont, Ill., and a son, Louis Mueller of Chicago. The children 
were born in this city. She also leaves a sister, Mrs. R.A. Kahlenberg, of Chicago, 
and a brother, Frank Voshardt, of Florida. Charles and Edwin Mueller of this city 
are nephews.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 21, 1932 P.11


WILHELMINE MUELLER

SISTER OF TOWN CHAIRMAN IS STROKE VICTIM
Mrs. Minnie Mueller(sic), 66, wife of John H. Mueller, 2303 14th St., and a 
sister of Chairman William Schmoock of the Town of Two Rivers, passed away 
this morning at five o'clock at the family home, after suffering for the past 
three years from a stroke. The deceased was a 30 year resident of Two Rivers.
Besides her husband, three sons, William, Henry and Walter of this city and two 
daughters, Mrs. E.W. Ahrens and Mrs. Louis Loeser are left to mourn her loss. 
Three brothers, Charles Schmoock of Two Creeks, William, Town of Town of Two 
Rivers and John of Rockford, also survive. 
Burial will take place Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock from the St. John's 
Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Mon., Aug. 22, 1927 page 9
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Death terminated a long illness when Mrs. Joachim Mueller passed away at her 
home, Fourteenth Street, Monday morning. Deceased, before her marriage, was 
Wilhelmina Schmook. She was born Dec. 17, 1860 in Germany.  At the age of 2 
she came to America and settled in Two Creeks on a farm. In 1899 she was married 
to Joachim Mueller. They settled in Two Rivers and have resided here since. About 
six years ago she took sick and gradually grew weaker. She was like a mother to the 
step-children and a kind neighbor. The bereaved are the husband and five children, 
William, Mrs. Elizabeth Loeser, Mrs. Alma Ahrens, Henry and Walter and 12 great 
grandchildren. Also three brothers, John, William and Charles Schmook. Her age 
was 66 years, 8 months, 5 days. Burial was Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from 
St. John's Lutheran Church, Rev. W.G. Haase officiating.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle - Aug. 25, 1927   


MARILYN MUENCH

Mrs. Marilyn Muench, 49, of 1201 Southwest First Ave., Boca Raton, Fla., died 
Friday at Franklin, N.C. Funeral services will be at 10 am Wednesday at Klein 
and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will 
officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Muench, nee Marilyn LaFond, was born Nov. 5, 1924, daughter of the late 
Everett LaFond and Thelma Koeser LaFond.
Survivors include two sons, Steven of Deerfield, Fla., and David of Fort 
Lauderdale, Fla.; a daughter, Lisa, at home; her mother of Two Rivers and a 
sister, Mrs. Adolph (Sally) Zellner of Casper, Wyo.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home after 7 o'clock this 
Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Aug. 13, 1974 page 3


ADA C. MYERS

Mrs. Ada C. Myers, 81, formerly of Manitowoc and Two Rivers, died Monday, Jan. 3, 
at Rolling Meadows Nursing Home, Fond du Lac.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Fond 
du Lac. The Rev. James Bare will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Myers, nee Ada C. Kahrs, was born March 17, 1901, at Two Rivers, daughter of 
the late Albert and Hattie Griep Kahrs. She was married to Alvin H. Myers July 19, 
1922, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in 1965.
Survivors include four sons, James A. Myers of Two Rivers, John A. Myers of Memphis, 
Tenn., Jay A. Myers of Utopia, Texas and Jan A. "Bucky" Myers of Fond du Lac; six 
daughters, Mrs. Lloyd (Jeanne) Zich of Manitowoc, Mrs. Russell (Janis) Minaker of 
San Jose, Calif., and Mrs. Joe (June) Pipkin, Mrs. Jacqueline Nett, Mrs. LeRoy 
(Judith) Walters and Jamie Myers of Fond du Lac; a brother, Roy Kahrs of Two Rivers; 
a sister, Mrs. Gertrude Beth of Columbus, Ohio, 26 grandchildren and 14 great 
grandchildren. Three brothers, two sisters, a son and a great grandson preceded her 
in death.
Friends may call at Uecker-Witt Funeral Home, Fond du Lac, 3 o'clock to 8 o'clock 
this Wednesday afternoon. The body will lie in state at the church from 10 a.m. 
Thursday until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Brooke Industries, 
Association of Retarded Children, Good Shephead Lutheran Church or Winnebago 
Lutheran Academy.
Herald Times Reporter, January 5, 1983 P. 3


ALVIN H. MYERS

Alvin H. Meyers (sic), 65, of 240 East 11th St., Fond du Lac, former 
Two Rivers Resident (sic) and draftsman at Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two 
Rivers, died early Tuesday morning at St. Agnes Hospital, Fond du Lac, 
where he had been a patient since May 31.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Gerhart Ehlert, pastor of Good 
Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church, Fond du Lac, officiating. Burial 
will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Alvin Myers was born Aug. 18, 1899, at Pecatonica, Ill., son of the 
late John and Caroline Last Myers. When he was 11 years old the family 
brought him to a farm in the Town of Mishicot. Since the early 1920's 
until 1939 he lived at Two Rivers. After 14 years at Manitowoc the 
family moved to Fond du Lac where Mr. Myers was a draftsman at Damrow 
Bros. Co. until his retirement in January.
Mr. Myers was a veteran of World War I, serving in the Army. He was 
also a member of the Fond du Lac American Legion post.
Besides his wife, the former Ada Kahrs, whom he married at Two Rivers 
July 19, 1922, he leaves six daughters, four sons (Survivors omitted 
for privacy.); a sister, Mrs. Elmer Arnemann, of Two Rivers, and 22 
grandchildren. A son preceded him in death.
Friends may call after 5 p.m. Wednesday at Bidlingmayer Funeral Home, 
Fond du Lac, and after 2 p.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangle Inc., 
Funeral Home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 8, 1965 P.11


CAROLYN MYERS

Miss Caroline Myers(sic), 86, of 2008 Emmett St., Two Rivers, died Thursday at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where she had been a patient 45 days. She had 
been in ill health since June. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Saturday at St. 
John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. 
Burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Myers was born Caroline Last May 2, 1878 at Two Creeks, daughter of the 
late John and Caroline Krause Last. She was married to John Myers Nov. Nov. 28, 
1898 at Rockford, Ill. The couple resided in Illinois for 15 years, coming to 
farm in the Town of Mishicot in 1909. In 1918 the couple moved to Two Rivers 
where Mr. Myers died March 16, 1953.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Elmer Arneman of Two Rivers; a son, Alvin 
Myers of Fond du Lac; 13 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren. Friends may 
call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers after 3 pm Friday until 
11 am Saturday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state until 
the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Thursday, Oct. 15, 1964 - page 16
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[Caroline Myers]


JERRY LEE MYERS

Funeral services for Jerry Myers, year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin 
Myers who recently moved to this city from Two Rivers, were held this 
afternoon.
The services were held from the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, 
Two Rivers, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. W. G. Haese of St. John's Lutheran 
church officiating. Burial was in Pioneers Rest Cemetery. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 13, 1939, Page 2 


JOHN H. MYERS

In failing health for the past 12 years, John H. Myers, 80, 1009 16th St., 
Two Rivers, a veteran retired employe of Plant No. 1, of the Aluminum Goods 
Manufacturing Company, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital late Monday 
night.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday at St. John Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. D. G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Myers was born at Pecatonica, Ill., in 1873, a son of the late Joseph and 
Charlotte Detwiller Myers. In 1898 he married Caroline Last, a native of the 
town of Two Creeks, at Rockford, Ill. They resided on a farm at Pecatonica 
until 1909 when the family moved to a farm in the town of Mishicot. In 1918 
the family came to Two Rivers, where for 24 years Mr. Myers was employed in 
the shipping room of the Aluminum Goods company. He retired 12 years ago when 
stricken with failing health.
Surviving are his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Elmer Arneman of Two Rivers, a son, 
Alvin Myers of Fond du Lac, a sister, Mrs. Rosa Anderson of Pecatonica, Ill.; 
13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
For many years, Mr. Myers was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 2 
p.m. Wednesday until 10 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be taken to the church 
where it will lie in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 17, 1953  P. 2