PIONEERS' REST CEMETERY OBITUARIES

SOPHIA HAAG

THREE MONTHS ILLNESS FATAL
Mrs. Sophia Haag, 77, Dies Sunday At Home of Daughter
Mrs. Sophie Haag, 77, former Mishicot resident, died Sunday at the home 
of her daughter, Mrs. Leonard Koch, 1138 South 17th street, with whom she 
resided. She had been ill three months.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Pfeffer 
funeral home and at 2 o'clock from the Immanuel Ev. Lutheran church. 
Burial will be at Two Rivers.
Mrs. Haag, whose maiden name was Sophia Althen, was born in the town of 
Mishicot and was married there 45 years ago to Mattis Haag. They located 
on a farm in Mishicot. Retiring seven years ago, Mr. and Mrs. Haag came 
to this city to reside with their daughter. Mr. Haag died five years ago. 
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Koch, city; a son, John, city; two stepsons, 
Alvin, city and George, Two Rivers; three brothers, George Althen, Two 
Rivers, John and Carl Althen, Mishicot; two sisters, Mrs. Paul Janecky, 
St. Louis, Mrs. Charles Meissner, Ludington, Mich.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, March 29, 1937 P. 2


WILLIAM HAAG

Wm. Hoag(sic) of the Town of Two Rivers died on Monday of tuberculosis from which 
he had suffered for years. He was born on April 15, 1847 in the Town of Mishicot. 
He is survived by a widow, formerly Louise Althen and one son, aged 5 years. The 
funeral services were held Thursday afternoon from the home Rev. Doehler 
officiating.
The Reporter, Sat., Dec. 18, 1914


CHRISTIANA H. HAASE

PIONEER DIES AT DAUGHTER’S HOME IN CITY
Mrs. John Haase, nee Christina Demlow, passed away Tuesday afternoon 
at three o’clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Meihsner, 
1234 So. 14th street with whom she made her home. She was 34 years 
of age. 
The deceased was born in Germany, December 10, 1843 and was married 
to John Haase, May 2, 1868. Her husband and two children preceded her 
in death. She is survived by five daughters, who were at her bedside 
when the end came. They are Mrs. Henry Meihsner, Mrs. Richard Balge, 
Mrs. George Koebke, this city and Mrs. J.A. Berig and Mrs. E. Clare 
of Milwaukee, one daughter-in-law, Mrs. C. Haase, 12 grandchildren 
and three great grandchildren. Four sisters and one brother also 
survive. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at one o’clock 
from the Meihsner home, and at 1:30 from the St. John’s Evangelical 
church. Interment will take place at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, February 08, 1928, Page 2
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(Christina Haase nee Demlow/d. 6 Feb. 1928/age 84 yrs. 1 mo. 27 da.
from record of St. John's United Ch. of Christ, Manitowoc)


ELIZABETH J. HAASE

Funeral services for Mrs. Elizabeth J. Haase, widow of the late Rev. 
Walter G. Haase, former longtime pastor of St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church at Two Rivers, who died Saturday morning at Huntington County 
Hospital, Huntington, Ind., where she was a patient for three weeks, 
will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. F.M. Brandt of Appleton will officiate. Services were conducted 
Sunday night at Huntington.
Mrs. Haase, nee Elizabeth Saur, was born May 16, 1888, at Appleton, 
daughter of the late Rev. and Mrs. P.J. Sauer. She was married to the 
Rev. Mr. Haase at Appleton nearly 60 years ago. He died in June of 1961 
at Minneapolis, Minn. She was a member of St. John congregation at Two 
Rivers.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. P.J. (Helen) Zanbeck, of Minneapolis 
and Mrs. Ruth Ware of Huntington, Ind.; a son, Walter H., of Scarsdale, 
N.Y.; a sister, Miss Agnes Sauer, of Appleton; a brother, Timothy, of 
Appleton; nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 
7 o'clock this Monday evening. Immediate survivors will be at the chapels 
from 11 a.m. Tuesday to the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 18, 1967 P.3


JOHN C. HAASE

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 18 Oct.)
Death Thurs. evening of 57 yr. old John Haase, cemetery custodian, 
after a short illness. He leaves a widow and several children. 
Funeral was Sun. afternoon at the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 21 Oct. 1897
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Mr. Haase of Two Rivers died on Friday of cancer. Several persons from 
Manitowoc attended the funeral services.
Manitowoc Pilot, October 21, 1897.
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John Haase, sexton of our public cemetery, died last Thursday evening of cancer 
of the stomach which began to develop several months ago but which did not 
disable him from the performance of his duties until August 1st. Mr. Haase moved 
into the city from the Town of Two Rivers about 8 years ago and has been sexton 
of the public cemetery for the past four years. He was about 60 years of age and 
left quite a family.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tues., Oct. 19, 1897
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"Correction: The funeral last week of Mr. Haase, which we reported as being at
the Catholic Church, was instead at the Lutheran Church."
Der Nord Westen, 28 Oct. 1897
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John Carl Haase
birth: 17 February 1840 Meclenburg Swerin Germany
death: 14 October 1897 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1897 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: Carl Haase
mother: Mary
spouse: Christina
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MARIA HAASE

DIED-Mrs. Mary Hoose (sic) of Two Rivers Aug. 13, '92. She was born in Mecklenberg, 
and resided at Two Rivers for the last thirty-five years, being 78 yrs. of age at 
the time of her death.
Manitowoc Pilot, August 18, 1892  P. 3
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(State microfiche deaths: HAASE   Maria   Aug 13 1892)


REV. WALTER HAASE

Heart Attack Takes Life of Rev. Haase, 74 (photo)
TWO RIVERS-The Rev. Walter G. Haase, 74, of 1406-17th St., retired 
longtime senior pastor of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church here, 
serving the congregation for 41 years, died unexpectedly of a heart 
attack while visiting with a daughter at Minneapolis, Minn. shortly 
before noon Tuesday.
The Rev. and Mrs. Haase had been visiting with the son-in-law and 
daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Toivo Jambeck and family, since last Wednesday, 
where he intended to remain for two weeks.
Funeral servuces will be at 2 p.m. Friday at St. John Church. 
Officiating will be the Rev. L.H. Koeninger, pastor of First German 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, and the Rev. Theo Baganz, pastor of St. 
Peter Lutheran Church, Sturgeon Bay. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery here.
Born at Fort Atkinson
The Rev. Mr. Haase was born May 7, 1887 at for Atkinson, Wis., a son 
of the late Rev. and Mrs. Julius Haase. When he was seven the family 
including five brothers and three sisters brought him to Ixonia, Wis., 
where he attended the elementary schools. In 1899 he enrolled at 
Northwestern College, Watertown, from which he was graduated in 1906. 
He took his theological training for the ministry at Wisconsin Synod 
Lutheran Seminary, then located at Wauwatosa. Graduating in June of 
1909, he was installed and ordained by his father at the Peshtigo 
Lutheran Church, July 4, 1909, where a brother served as pastor.
After assisting his brother at the Peshtigo church for a year, he 
assumed the pastorate at a Lutheran church at Center, near Appleton, 
where he remained until May of 1920 when he came to Two Rivers as 
pastor of St. John Church to succeed the late Rev. C.F. Doehler.
The first 17 years of his pastorate here he served the congregation 
alone. In the many years of service to the congregation he directed 
numerous major building projects, particularly the expansion and 
remodeling of the St. John Parochial School. During his long service 
he saw his congregation grow to a point where a new congregation, 
Our Savior church, was erected on the far north side a number of 
years ago.
Retired in 1960
Serving as senior pastor for a number of years, he reached the semi-
retirement status five years ago and retired in early 1960. However, 
on numerous occasions he had been called upon to serve the congregation 
in various capacities. Serving as the church pastor since the retirement 
of the late clergyman is the Rev. T.F. Stern, who came here as an 
associate pastor five years ago.
Besides his wife, the former Elizabeth Sauer, a daughter of the late 
Rev. and Mrs. Timothy Sauer of Appleton, whom he married May 18, 1910, 
he leaves another daughter, Mrs. Dwight Eddingfield of Huntington, Ind.; 
a son, Walter Jr. of Yonkers, N.Y.; a sister, Mrs. H.J. Kahne of South 
Haven, Mich.; a brother, the Rev. H.C. Haase of Benton Harbor, Mich.; 
10 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Friends may call at the church after 3 p.m. Thursday. In charge of the 
funeral is the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels.
Announcement was made that the Dorcas Society and the Ladies Aid Society 
members will meet at the Fellowship Hall in the church at 7:30 p.m. 
Thursday to pay their respects. Also, the Lutheran Men's Club membership 
will meet in Fellowship Hall at 8 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 14, 1961 P.19
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[Walter Godfre. Haase]


ALBERT HACHMANN

Albert (Whitey) Hachmann, 67, of 2308-14th St., Two Rivers, died early Sunday 
morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient a day. He 
had made his home with his niece, Mrs. Erwin Dose.
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 Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Mr. Hachmann was born Jan. 19, 1896, at Two Rivers, son of the late Ferdinand 
and Catherine Krueger Hachmann. He was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co. nearly 40 
years, retiring two years ago. He was a member of Hamilton Goodfellowship Club, 
Hamilton 30-year Club and Lodge No. 352, Loyal Order of Moose.
Single, he is survived by three brothers, Gustave, Theodore and William, of Two 
Rivers and a number of nieces and nephews. Two sisters and a brother preceded 
him in death.
Two Rivers Reporter, November 4, 1963 P. T-5
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(19 Jan 1896/Nov 1963/SSDI)


ALMA HACHMANN

Mrs. Alma Hachmann, 80, of 2307-14th St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly at
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, early Sunday morning where she had been a
patient only a day.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels,
Two Rivers, and will be conducted by a Christian Science reader. Burial will
be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Hachmann, nee Alma Hoyer, was born Dec. 28, 1887, at Manitowoc, a daughter
of the late William and Henricka Janning Hoyer. She attended the former Third
Ward School at Manitowoc, after which she assisted her parents in the operation
of the old Washington House on Manitowoc's Washington Street.
She was married June 29, 1912, to Theodore Hachmann of Two Rivers at Manitowoc.
He preceded her in death Jan. 12, 1965. She was a member of Koenig Golden Age
Club group, the Christian Science Society and the Homemakers Club. She was a
50-year member of the Royal Neighbors of America.
Survivors include five sisters, Mrs. John (Hilda) Goertz of Sheboygan, Mrs.
Lena Simonsen of Milwaukee, Mrs. Jessie (Elsie) Wetenkamp of Frankfort, Mich.,
Mrs. Archie (Ida) Fehring of Manitowoc and Mrs. Walter (Alice) Guse of Two
Rivers, and several nieces and nephews.
Four sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, July 1, 1968, p.21 (p.12-T)
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Theo. Hachmann of this city and Alma Hoyer of Manitowoc were married at Manitowoc 
last Saturday morning at the Lutheran parsonage, Rev. Machmueller officiated. The 
bridal couple was attended by Lena Hoyer and Willie Hachmann of this city, as 
witnesses to the ceremony. It was a quiet affair, after the wedding ceremony they 
departed for a wedding trip. On their return they will make their home in Louis 
Westphal's former home on 14th Street.
The Reporter, Sat., July 6, 1912


FERDINAND HACHMANN

AGED MAN DIES SUDDENLY; DOING CHORES
Stricken suddenly at nine o'clock this morning, when he was about the barn and
garage in the rear of the residence, doing the usual morning chores, Fred
Hachman(sic), 74, pioneer resident of Two Rivers, died in a few minutes, after 
being removed to the house.
When found by members of the family the deceased seemed to be reviving, and Dr.
Farrell was hastily summoned, but shortly afterwards he had another sinking
spell, and death followed in a few minutes. Heart failure is believed the cause
of his sudden demise.
For the past five years the deceased has been living a retired life, but prior
to that time, he was for forty years employed first in the old pail factory
and later at the Goods plants here. He came here from Germany 45 years ago.
Besides the widow, two daughters, Mrs. Edward Stegemann of this city and Mrs.
John Meuer of Manitowoc, and five sons, Gustave, Theodore, Walter, Albert and
William, all of this city, survive.
Funeral arrangements have not been competed as yet but will probably take
place from the family home, 2306 14th street, on Tuesday. Definite announcement
of the time will be given in this paper Monday.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, September 10, 1927  p.9
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The funeral of the late Fred Hachmann who died suddenly last Saturday, took 
place this afternoon at two o'clock from the home on fourteenth street.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, September 13, 1927 P.6
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Goods Pays Fifth Policy in 3 Weeks
The fifth group insurance payment within less than three weeks was made 
yesterday by the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co., which presented a $1500 check to 
Mrs. Ferdinand A. Hachmann of Two Rivers. Mrs. Hachmann's husband had been 
an employee of Plant No. 1 for thirteen years up until his death on September 
10 at the age of seventy-three. This makes a total of $6200 which the company 
has been able to give this month to widows of employees whom it had insured 
under the group policy.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, Septembeer 23, 1927 P.2


GUSTAVE HACHMANN

Gustave (Jim) Hachmann, 83, of 2308-14th St., Two Rivers, retired longtime Two 
Rivers Public Works Dept. employe, died Thrusday night at Manitowoc County 
Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Hachmann was born June 5, 1881, in Germany, a son of the late Ferdinand and 
Catherine Krueger Hachmann. When he was a child the family brought him to Two 
Rivers, where he attended St. John Parochial School. Before his retirement 18 
years ago he was employed for many years by the Two Rivers Public Works Dept. on 
street maintenance work. He was one of the original members of a south side Two 
Rivers social organization, known as the "YMCA", which was first located on the 
site of Jerry's South Side Bakery on Madison Street. He never married.
Surviving are two brothers, Theodore and former City Councilman William Hachmann, 
and a number of nieces and nephews, including Mrs. Erwin Dose, whith whom he made 
his home.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 6 o'clock this Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 27, 1964 P.5


KATHERINE HACHMANN

MRS. HACHMAN (sic) DIES AT HOME
Five Sons And Two Daughters Survive Her
After suffering from complication of diseases for several months, Mrs. Katherine 
Hachman, 71, died at her home at 2306 Fourteenth street at ll:45 o'clock Sunday 
night.
Complete funeral arrangements have not been made, but services are to be held 
from the home at two o'clock Thursday afternoon with interment in Pioneers' Rest 
cemetery. The remains will be removed from the Jansky funeral home to the Hachman 
residence late Tuesday afternoon.
Mrs. Hachman, nee Katherine Krueger, was born in the province of Schleswig-Holstein, 
Germany, July 12, 1861. Fifty-four years ago she was married in Germany to Fred 
Hachman, who preceded her in death five years ago. Nearly 50 years ago the couple 
immigrated to this county and settled in this city, where they lived since. Mrs. 
Hachman was a lovable mother and was loved by all who knew her.
Surviving Mrs. Hachman are five sons, Gustave, Theodore, Walter, William and Albert, 
all at home, and two daughters, Mrs. Edward Stegemann of this city, and Mrs. John 
Meurer of Manitowoc. She also leaves two sisters, Mrs. Wenzel Wyszynski of this city 
and Mrs. Gretchen Pump of Germany, and a brother, Herman Krueger of this city. There 
are four grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 23, 1933 P.11
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The funeral of Mrs. Katherine Hachmann was held this afternoon at two o'clock, Rev. 
W.G. Haase conducting the services at the fmily home on Fourteenth street. Burial 
was at Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, January 26, 1933 P.11


THEODORE HACHMANN

Theodore Hachmann, 81, of 2317-14th St., Two Rivers, died at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital Tuesday afternoon where he was a patient for six days.
Services will be read by a Christian Scientist at 2 p.m. Friday at Deja & 
Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Mr. Hachmann was born Sept. 15, 1883, in Germany, son of the late Ferdinand 
and Catherine Krueger Hachmann. When he was a year old the family brought 
him to Two Rivers where he attended Two Rivers schools and for many years 
up to his retirement 11 years ago was an employe of Plant No. 1 of Mirro 
Aluminum Co. He married the former Alma Hoyer of Manitowoc June 29, 1912.
For many years Mr. Hachmann was a member of the early Two Rivers singing 
societies and also the Freier Saengerbund of Manitowoc. He was also a member 
of the Koenig group of the Golden Age Club and the Loyal Order of Moose. He 
was known in the Two Rivers area for growing prize tulips.
Besides his wife he leaves a brother, William, of Two Rivers and several 
nieces and nephews. Three brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, January 13, 1965 P.15
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Theo. Hachmann of this city and Alma Hoyer of Manitowoc were married at Manitowoc 
last Saturday morning at the Lutheran parsonage, Rev. Machmueller officiated. The 
bridal couple was attended by Lena Hoyer and Willie Hachmann of this city, as 
witnesses to the ceremony. It was a quiet affair, after the wedding ceremony they 
departed for a wedding trip. On their return they will make their home in Louis 
Westphal's former home on 14th Street.
The Reporter, Sat., July 6, 1912


WALTER HACHMANN

Walter Hachmann, 72, of 2308 14th St., Two Rivers, a lifelong resident of Two 
Rivers' southside, died early Friday night at the Manitowoc County Hospital, 
where he had been a patient the past year. Funeral services will be at 2 pm 
Monday at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. 
Interment will be in Pioneer's Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Hachmann was born August 2, 1885 in Two Rivers, son of the late Fred and 
Catherine Krueger Hachmann. He attended St. John Parochial School. After a 
number of years of employment with the City of Two Rivers Street Dept., he 
worked at the Hamilton Mfg. Co. later and retired in 1950.
Surviving Mr. Hachmann are two sisters, Mrs. Emma Maurer of Manitowoc and Mrs. 
Edward Stegemann of Two Rivers with whom he made his home the past 25 years; 
four brothers, Gustave, Theodore, William and Albert of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral chapel after 2 pm Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Jan. 18, 1958 page M11


ALFRED H. HAESE

Alfred H. Haese, 79, who resided at Hamilton Home, Two Rivers, died Sunday 
at the home.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Earl Brouchoud will officiate and burial 
will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Haese was born Nov. 12, 1894, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late 
Herman and Henrietta Schmidt Haese. He married Mabel Klinder Jan. 22, 1916, 
at Two Creeks. His wife preceded him in death in 1967. He was employed as a 
machinist at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. of Manitowoc, retiring in 1960. He 
was a member of Machinists Union Local No. 516.
Survivors include a son, Franklin D., of the Town of Mishicot; a daughter, 
Mrs. John (Cynthia) Waier, of Townsend, Wis.; eight grandchildren and 13 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 o'clock this Tuesday afternoon, 
where a memorial service will be held at 7:30 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, September 3, 1974 P. 23
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Marriage license has been issued to 
Alfred Haese of Rockland and Mabel Klinder of Two Creeks
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, January 21, 1916 P.3
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(1920 Two Rivers census: Alfred Haese age 25; Mabel age 27;
Hycinthia age 4/12.
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(Alfred Haese/Nov 12 1894/Sep 1974/SSDI)
[bur. 09-04-1974/age 79 yrs.]


MABEL HAESE

Mrs. Alfred Haese, 75, of Heritage Home, Manitowoc, and a longtime Two Rivers 
resident, died Tuesday night at Manitowoc Memorial Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Haese, nee Mable Klinder, was born March 20, 1892, at Sheboygan, daughter 
of the late Frank and Ida Barshow Klinder. When she was seven, the family 
brought her to a farm home in the Town of Two Creeks where she attended the 
district school. She was married Jan. 22, 1916, at Two Creeks to Alfred Haese, 
after which the family resided for a number of years at Two Rivers, later moving 
to Manitowoc. She was a member of Manitowoc Chapter No. 169, Order of Eastern 
Star.
Besides her husband, living at Heritage Home, she leaves a daughter, Mrs. John 
(Cynthia) Waier, of Townsend, Wis., a son Franklin, of rural Mishicot, eight 
grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 14, 1967 P.22
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[bur. 06-16-1967/age 75 yrs.]


JOHN HALBERG

HENDERSONVILLE-
John E. "Jack" Halberg,78, died Friday, Dec. 14, 2001, at his home. He was born 
Dec. 24, 1922, in Two Rivers, Wis., the son of the late William and Laura 
Suettinger Halberg. He graduated from Washington High School, Two Rivers, after 
which he enrolled in the pre-forestry program at the University of Wisconsin, 
Madison. Jack interrupted his education to serve in the U.S. Navy in the South 
Pacific during World War II.
Upon his honorable discharge, he continued his education and obtained his forestry 
degree at the University of Montana. He then went on to receive his master's degree 
in wood utilization from the School of Forestry, Syracuse University.
He spent his entire career in the wood products and furniture manufacturing business 
holding various positions across the country. Jack retired in 1993 from Steelcase, 
Inc., in Fletcher.
Jack was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church and was an active volunteer in the 
community.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Bette; sons and daughters-in-law, William and 
Carolyn Halberg of Raleigh and Marsh and Jo Anne Halberg of Chaska, Minn.; and four 
grandchildren, Christian Halberg, Ryan Halberg, Anna Halberg and Lauren Halberg.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Trinity Presbyterian Church with 
the Rev. Dr. Thomas Blair officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity 
Presbyterian Church, 900 Blythe Street, Hendersonville, NC 28791.
Arrangements are by Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors.
Asheville Citizen Times, North Carolina, December 16, 2001 


LAURA C. HALBERG

Mrs. Laura Halberg, 69, of 1623 20th St., Two Rivers, wife of the retired 
city assessor, William Halberg, and a member of the community’s earliest 
mercantile family, died at 7:45 a.m. Tuesday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital 
where she had been a patient the ..(line underinked)..ill a day previous at 
her home.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. R. J. Wichlei officiating. Burial will be in the 
family plot in Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Halberg, nee Laura Suettinger, was born in Two Rivers Dec. 31, 1888, on 
the site of the Knights of Columbus clubhouse, a daughter of the late Robert H. 
and Catherine Gau Suettinger. Her grandfather, Robert Suettinger Sr., established 
the first hardware store in Two Rivers more than 105 years ago, now conducted by 
Mrs. Halberg’s brother, Walter Suettinger.
Attending Two Rivers public schools and graduating with a class of six in 1907 
from Two Rivers High School, Mrs. Halberg later took employment at the old 
Kahlenberg Sisters Millinery and for a number of years worked at the Schroeder 
Dept. Store, Two Rivers. 
One of the founders of the Two Rivers Woman’s Club of which she held offices for 
more than 20 years after its inception in 1916, she was one of the organizations’ 
most active workers. She also served two terms of three years each on the old Two 
Rivers Municipal Recreation Board and in recent years was active with the 
Goodfellows. She was also a member of the Homemakers Club of Two Rivers. 
She was married at Manitowoc June 24, 1915, to William Halberg, who survives with 
two sons, Robert of Des Plaines, Ill., and John of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. 
Viola Beard of Pompano Beach, Fla., and Mrs. Estelle Tomek of..(line underinked)..
Two Rivers, and two grandchildren. A sister, Carrie, and a brother Robert G. 
preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 14, 1958   P. 11


LOUISE HALBERG

Notes from Two Rivers:
The funeral of Mrs. Louise Halberg who died at the home of her son, 
William, took place on Saturday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran 
Church. Deceased was 75 years of age and was a native of Germany. 
She came to this country with her husband nearly fifty years ago. 
She is survived by her son, William and one sister, Mrs. Schunk 
of Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 6, 1920
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Death called Mrs. Louisa Hallberg(sic), aged seventy-five, died at the home of 
her son, William, 1623 Twentieth Street, Tuesday. Deceased was a native of Germany, 
coming to this country with her husband, William, nearly 50 years ago. They 
resided at Milwaukee until they made this city their home 27 years ago. He died 
three years later. Mrs. Hallberg resided in her home on Monroe Street until a 
few months ago when ill health and old age made it desirable for her to reside 
with her son. She leaves her son and one sister, Mrs. Schunk of Milwaukee. The 
funeral will be Saturday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church.
The Reporter, Thurs., Apr. 29, 1920 
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Mesdames J.J. Suest, T.W. Roach and C. Chambers of Milwaukee are at Two Rivers 
to attend the funeral of Mrs. Halberg.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, May 1, 1920 P. 3
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(Note: This was all we were able to find about her death)


WILLIAM HALBERG    (d. 1892)

W. Halberg, an employee in the malt house of R.E. Mueller died last 
evening after an illness of only a few hours' duration. His trouble, we 
learn, was of a malignant spinal kind.  He leaves a wife and one child.  
His funeral will be under the direction of the Sons of Herman to which 
order he belongs.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Dec. 13, 1892 
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Death on Mon. evening of Mr. W. Halberg after an illness of only a few hours.
He was employed in the Mueller Brewery in Two Rivers, and died of myelitis
(Rueckenmarksleiden). He leaves a widow and one child.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Dec. 1892
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[William Hallberg]


WILLIAM HALBERG    (d. 1971)

Funeral services for William (Will) Halberg, 85, of 1623-20th St., Two Rivers, 
retired longtime city assessor, who died unexpectedly of a heart attack at the 
home Thursday night, will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Vernon Hauser officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
City assessor at Two Rivers for nearly 20 years, retiring in July of 1954, Mr. 
Halberg was born at Milwaukee Sept. 21, 1885. He was five when his father, the 
late William Halberg came to Two Rivers become maltster at the former R.E. 
Mueller Brewing Co. When he was seven his father died. His mother, the former 
Louise Ludwig, died at Two Rivers in her mid-seventies.
Mr. Halberg was one of six students to make up the 1902 graduating class of Two 
Rivers High School after which he entered the old Manitowoc Business College, 
majoring in accounting.
For more then 22 years later, Mr. Halberg worked at Manitowoc, first with Rahr 
Malting Co. and later at the former Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co., using the electric 
interurban line for transportation daily. When winter conditions halted such 
transportation he made the trip on foot as he had been long fond of hiking, 
walking frequently to Sturgeon Bay.
For a number of years through 1928, Mr. Halberg was associated with the Studebaker 
Corp, at South Bend, Ind. Coming back to Two Rivers he became manager of the Metal 
Ware Corp. office until he became assessor in 1934.
In his earlier years he served as superintendent of the Grace Congregational Church 
Sunday School. Long active in the Two Rivers Historial Society, he had been its 
treasurer since formation. He was also a longtime member of the Joseph Mann Library 
Assn. and was an officer of its board. He married the former Laura Suettinger of 
Two Rivers at Manitowoc June 24, 1915. She died Jan. 4, 1958.
Surviving are two sons, Robert of Muncie, Ind., and Jack Halberg of Albert Lea, 
Minn., and two grandsons (Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Memorials may be sent to the Joseph Mann Library Fund.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 22, 1971


CLARA HALLAUER

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 25 Mar.)
Death this morning, after a long illness, of Miss Clara Hallauer, the 
youngest daughter of our fellow resident Georg Hallauer. The funeral 
will be Wed. morning from the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 28 Mar. 1901
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Deaths of a Week:
Miss Clara Hallaner, a well known young lady of Two Rivers, died Sunday after an 
illness of short duration.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, March 28, 1901 pg. 1
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Mr. Anton Molle of Antigo was called here by the death and burial of his sister-
in-law, Miss Clara Hallauer last week. His wife came here several days previous 
and was with her sister when she died.
The following persons from outside came here to attend the funeral of the late 
Clara Hallauer which took place last Thursday: George Hallauer and Mrs. Fred 
Trestor of Milwaukee, Mrs. Arnold Anderson of Wausau, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Molle 
of Antigo, Arthur Strauble of Green Bay and Mrs. E. Clusen of Manitowoc.
The Chronicle, Tues., Apr. 2, 1901
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Clara Hallann  (sic)
birth: 30 March 1869 Two Rivers, Wis.
death: 25 March 1901 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1901 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: George Hallann
mother: Elizabeth Von Reden
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 


ELIZABETH HALLAUER

At Two Rivers, Tuesday morning, July 23rd, 1872, in premature child-birth,
Mrs. George Holauer, aged 42 years and 6 months.  The deceased was a truly
estimable woman, has lived many years--some twenty-three, we believe--in
Two Rivers, and leaves a husband and seven children to mourn her sudden
death.  The real sympathy of the community in their sad bereavement, was
attested by the general attendance at the funeral, which was appointed at
2 o'clock p.m. on Thursday last, for the convenience of relatives and 
friends in Sheboygan county who were present. 
Manitowoc Co. Chronicle, Two Rivers, July 29, 1872
(I believe this is the right person, the age and year are correct, 
although the name is not spelled the same.)      


GEORGE HALLAUER

Old Timers
The oldest male inhabitant of Two Rivers was ninety years of age Tuesday. Mr. 
George Hallauer celebrated the 90th anniversary of his birthday Tuesday and 
children, grandchildren and friends gathered around him to help celebrate the 
occasion rejoice with him for his long life and good health.
Mr. Hallauer is one of the earliest settlers in this vicinity. He came in 1849. 
He takes almost daily walks and still enjoys good health, his only trouble being 
poor hearing and failing sight. Mr. Hallauer has always been employed working 
out of doors. For many years he drove team and later he worked a farm which he 
owned west of the city. To this continual out of door labor he attributes his 
healthy old age and his ruddy appearance. He resides with his daughter, Mrs. 
Anderson at his residence on the corner of 17th and Adams Streets which he built 
in the early fifty's and which has served as his dwelling for sixty years.
The Reporter, Sat., Mar. 14, 1914
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Aged but Active. George Hallauer, the oldest settler and oldest 
inhabitant of Two Rivers, celebrated his 91st birthday Wednesday. Among
other things he did that day was helping tear down the old barn on his
premises. Mr. and Mrs. Anton Molle son-in-law and daughter of Antigo
was here for the birthday anniversary.
The Reporter, Two Rivers, Fri. Mar. 12, 1915
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TWO RIVERS MEN GROWING OLD IN YEARS
Two of the oldest residents of Manitowoc county at Two Rivers 
celebrated their birthday anniversaries the past few days, 
George Hallener (sic), his 92nd anniversary on Saturday and 
Gilbert Louiseau his 90th on Sunday, and the Two Rivers Chronicle 
publishes cuts of the two with extended write-ups. 
Both men, despite their advanced age are in fair health and active. 
Mr. Hallener operated a stage line between Milwaukee and Two Rivers 
in early days before a railway was built.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 16, 1916 P.1
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COUNTY’S OLDEST RESIDENT PASSES AWAY AT TWO RIVERS
George Hallauer, 93 Fought in German Revolution in 1848 and then 
Fled Country to Locate Here
In the passing away of George Hallauer, Sr., aged 93, at Two Rivers, 
this morning, Manitowoc county lost its oldest citizen. Born in 
Province Baden, Germany, March 10, 1824, this old pioneer nearly 
rounded a lifetime to the century mark. During the German revolution 
in 1848, he fought under General Franz Siegel, however the efforts 
of the revolutionists were in vain and when the war was over, it was 
necessary to flee to another land. Mr. Hallauer immediately came to 
America and during the days when sailing vessels were most in evidence 
to carry the immigrants to this country, the trip across the ocean 
consumed nearly two months. He came to Milwaukee and from there he 
walked following the Indian trails in the wilderness to Two Rivers, 
then a settlement, and he has seen it grow into a substantial city. 
For many years before the Milwaukee Lake Shore and Western railroad 
was built, he was engaged in hauling freight and mail between Two 
Rivers and Milwaukee, making one round trip weekly. 
The funeral will take place at Two Rivers Friday afternoon. He is 
survived by one son, Geo. Hallauer, Jr., five daughters, Mrs. Sophie 
Altman, Mrs. Theresa Anderson, Mrs. Fred Trester, Mrs. Carl Hahn and 
Mrs. Anton Molly.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, July 25, 1917, Page 7
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George Hallauer, aged 93 years, died at his home in this city on Wednesday of 
last week after a short illness. Up to a few weeks ago he was in good health 
and able to be about. The deceased is survived by four daughters, Mrs. George 
Anderson and Mrs. Sophia Altmann of this city, Mrs. Molle of Antigo, Mrs. Carl 
Hahn of Sheboygan, Mrs. F. Trester of Milwaukee, one son George of Marshall, 
Ill. All were here for the funeral which was held from the home Friday 
afternoon, Rev. Gray officiating.
Herald Times Reporter, August 2, 1917
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OLD TIMERS
As the old settlers are rapidly passing, the Reporter will aim to give a write 
up of every one it possibly can, beginning with the oldest. A column will be 
devoted to this feature each week.
Mr. George Hallauer of this city enjoys the distinction of being at the present 
time one of the oldest and earliest settlers of Two Rivers. Although in his 89th 
year, he bears his years well, is still hale and hearty and his recollections of 
events closely associated with the early history of Two Rivers, are vivid and 
interesting. In speaking of the events of his life, he began by saying that he 
was born in Baden, Germany, March 10, 1924 and grew to manhood there. In 1848 he 
enlisted his services on behalf of the revolutionists in that country under Franz 
Siegel who later distinguished himself in our Civil War.
The defeat of the revolutionists made it necessary for those implicated to flee 
or take the consequences. He, therefore, decided to leave his native land at once 
and hastily gathered up such belongings as he could readily carry, together with 
$200 in cash, started for the port of Antwerp in July, 1848, where he embarked for 
New York on the sailing vessel, Clothilda, the fare being $100 without meals. Each 
passenger of whom there were 250 on board, mostly immigrants, were obliged to take 
along enough provisions to last during the voyage as well as the necessary cooking 
utensils and bedding.
A few days after leaving Antwerp a terrific storm was encountered and for a time 
the ship appeared to be unable to weather it. The masts were broken off during the 
gale and the passengers were obliged to man the pumps and assist the sailors. 
Fortunately, assistance came in time and they were towed to Plymouth, England. After 
waiting five weeks for repairs, they proceeded to New York where they landed after 
an interval of 105 days since leaving Antwerp. Allowing for the five weeks or 35 days 
spent in Plymouth, the ocean voyage required 70 days or over two months. Part of the 
time he says they were on short rations owning to the length of the voyage.
On arriving at New York, he, with a friend by the name of John Leabinger, met an old 
friend of Leabinger’s by the name of Charles Engeldinger, who told them to go West. 
He told them of a brother of his who had settled on a farm near Two Rivers and who 
had written him that the country was ideal, land good and cheap, the price being 
$1.25 an acre. Mr. Hallauer and his friend, Mr. Leabinger, having no relatives in 
America, no definite location in mind and no means except $100 in funds between them, 
decided to take Mr. Engeldinger’s advice and came to Two Rivers, Wisconsin. As they 
thought they could no doubt secure employment of some kind and later purchased a 
farm.
Therefore, in the forepart of December, 1848, they left New York for Albany by boat 
on the Hudson River, thence by train to Buffalo and steamboat to Milwaukee. After 
tarrying in Milwaukee four or five days, which was then a comparatively small place, 
they started for Two Rivers on foot as there was no train or boat line running up 
there. Lake navigation had closed, the boat they came on being the last boat to make 
Milwaukee for the season. From Milwaukee to Port Washington a corduroy road had been 
constructed through dense woods, mostly hardwoods. The first day they only traveled 
about 12 or 15 miles and stayed overnight with a fisherman who had a small shanty 
near the lake. Arriving at Port Washington the next day they were obliged to follow 
the beach as there was no trail or road to take. They reached Sheboygan that night 
where there was then a small settlement. The following day they arrived at Manitowoc 
and stopped with a party by the name of George Dusold.
The trip from Milwaukee to Manitowoc was uneventful, he says, except that all streams 
had to be crossed either by swimming or wading and as the month of December was well 
advanced, the water was rather chilly. No Indians were met on the way although several 
tribes were still living in this section.
The following day he and his friend made their way to Two Rivers and beheld for the 
first time the locality that was to be the home of Mr. Hallauer for the balance of 
his life. He secured lodgings with Sebastian Boldus, who conducted a hotel on the 
site where Mr. Jno. Scrade now resides on Main Street and obtained employment at 
once as a wood chopper with H. H. Smith and Co.
The Reporter, Sat., May 3, 1913


CHARLES HALSTROM

Chas. T. Halstrom and Eva B. Grant were united in marriage Monday, June 23rd by 
Rev. Jos. S. Morris at the Congregational parsonage. They were attended by Oral 
Williamson and Daniel Flaherty.
The Reporter, Sat., June 28, 1913 


EVA HALSTROM

Chas. T. Halstrom and Eva B. Grant were united in marriage Monday, June 23rd by 
Rev. Jos. S. Morris at the Congregational parsonage. They were attended by Oral 
Williamson and Daniel Flaherty.
The Reporter, Sat., June 28, 1913 


HOWARD G. HALSTROM

Chief Master Sgt. Howard H. Halstrom, 52, a native of Two Rivers 
and a son of Mrs. Eva Halstorm, a resident of Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital Extended Care Unit, collapsed and died of a heart attack 
while attending a softball game at Hickam Air Force Base, Honolulu, 
Hawaii, Tuesday afternoon. He had been in the service for 29 years.
Arrangements are incomplete. A military funeral will be held in Two 
Rivers with burial in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery. Deja and Martin 
Funeral Chapels will be in charge.
Sgt. Halstorm, who had been serving at Hickam Field, near Honolulu 
when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor Dec. 7, 1941, was born at 
Two Rivers in 1917, son of the late Charles and Eva Grant Halstorm. 
He was graduated in 1935 from Washington High School and attended 
Citizens Military Training corps Center at Ft. Sheridan, Ill. His 
military career started in November of 1940 when he entered the 
former Army Air Corps.
Following World War II he returned to the mainland to enter aviation 
cadet training in radio and flexible gunnery schools, and was later 
assigned as a gunner on a B-17 crew. He was requently (sic) decorated 
by the government for his services in the Air Force, having also seen 
service in the Korean conflict and in Vietnam.
Sgt. Halstorm frequently recounted while visiting his home at Two 
Rivers that he saw bombs falling on Pearl Harbor, just across the bay 
from Hickam Field.
Sgt. Halstrom was a member of the Honolulu Masonic Lodge.
Besides his mother he is survived by his wife, the former Beth Volhoff, 
whom he married at Los Angeles in 1946, a daughter (Survivor omitted for 
privacy.), at home and four brothers Harold and Hillard, of Manitowoc, 
Marvin, of Two Rivers and Norval Halstrom, of Colorado.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, June 26, 1969 P.19


GEORGE C. HALVERSON

George C. Halverson, 73, of 419A N. 10th St., Manitowoc died Monday evening 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thrusday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Melvin Henrichs will officiate with burial in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Halverson was born April 13, 1903, at Valders, son of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. Otto Halverson. He was educated in Valders area schools. He was employed 
at Hamilton Industries, Two Rivers, until his retirement in 1969. He married 
Laura Alfson. She preceded him in death Dec. 2, 1965. Mr. Halverson was a 
member of Immanuel United Methodist Church, Two Rivers.
Survivors include three sons; a daughter (Private); a brother, Selma Halverson, 
of Two Rivers; a sister, Olga Torkelson, of Tigerton; 14 grandchildren and six 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday.
Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, March 29, 1977 P.14


LAURA HALVERSON

Mrs. George Halverson, 56, of 1622-18th St. Two Rivers, died Thursday at 
Memorial Hospital at Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Emanuel Evangelical United 
Brethren Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Ktch (sic) officiating. Burial 
will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Halverson, Nee Laura Alfson, was born July 26, 1909, at Quarry, Town of 
Cato, daughter of the late Albert and Mrs. Mary Olson Alfson. She was married 
May 6, 1926, at Waukesha to Geroge Halverson, after which the couple resided 
at Valders, coming to Two Rivers in 1943. She had been employed at Schwartz 
Mfg. Co. at Two Rivers for 19 years.
Besides her husband and mother of Valders, she leaves a daughter, three sons 
(Private); four sisters, Miss Agnes Alfson, of Valders, Mrs. Raymond Free, of 
Manitowoc, Mrs. Robert Schad, of Mishicot and Mrs. Clarence Espen, of West 
Bend; two brothers, Donald, of Manitowoc and Leonard, of Cato and 13 grand-
children.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
2 p.m. Friday until 10 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be taken to the 
church where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 3, 1965 P.9


ANNA HAMERNIK

Mrs. Frank Hamernik, 86, a resident of Two Rivers for 50 years, died Sunday 
night at the home of her son, Hugo, of 1902 28th street in that city. She 
had been ill eight months.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock from the 
Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home and at 2 p.m., from the Grace Congregational 
church with the Rev. T. A. Hawkes officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers’ 
Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Hamernik, nee Anna Tychil, was born in Bohemia on July 26, 1852. She came 
to America at the age of 28 and directly to Manitowoc. Three years later, in 
1883 she was married to Frank Hamernik here and the couple resided here until 
1889 when they moved to Two Rivers where they since resided.
Her husband, who was engaged in the woodworking fields in Two Rivers, died in 
1925.
Survivors are one son, Hugo; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Two 
daughters preceded their mother in death.
The body is at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 24, 1939  P.18 

BLANCHE HAMERNIK

Blanche Hamernick, well known young lady, passed away at the home of her mother, Mrs. Frank Hamernick, 1607 22nd Street at 4 o'clock Sunday morning. Death was due to a complication of diseases.  Deceased was born in this city in 1895 and has been a resident here ever since. She was a member of the Royal Neighbors. Besides her mother, she leaves a sister, Vivian and one brother, Hugh, both of this city.
The funeral took place form Grace Congregational Church at 2 o'clock on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Hawkes officiating. Miss Hamernick was an employee of Plant 1 of the Aluminum Goods Company.
The Reporter - Fri., Dec. 25, 1925
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Card of Thanks
We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our relatives, friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy extended us in our late bereavement due to the death of our beloved daughter. We also wish to thank Rev. Hawkes, Miss Nora Schroeder, school children, the pall bearers, Aluminum Goods Plant 1, donators of cars and flowers and Mr. Jansky, the funeral director.
Mrs. Frank Hamernick
Hugo Hamernick
The Reporter - Fri., Dec. 25, 1925

HUGO F. HAMERNIK

Hugo F. Hamernik, 88, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Wednesday in Two 
Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Saturday in Grace 
Congregational Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. David Hansen will officiate and 
burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Hamernik was born March 16, 1890, son of the late Frank and Anna Tyetill 
Hamernik. He married Martha Burgard Nov. 24, 1915. She preceded him in death 
March 31, 1969. He had been employed with Hamilton Industries, retiring in 
1957. A 50 year member of Masonic Lodge No. 200 F and AM, and tiler of the 
Lodge for 40 years, he was awarded a 30 year certificate of award by the then 
grand master of Masons of State of Wisconsin in 1968. He was also a member of 
Grace Congregational Church, Hamilton Good Fellowship Club and Equitable Reserve 
Association of which he was past president.
Survivors include a son, Everett of Grand Rapids, Mich.; three daughters, Mrs. 
Kenneth (Anita) Sauve, Mrs. Leo (Elmina) Kanzelberger and Mrs. Harry (Lola) 
Wilsmann of Two Rivers; 13 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and a niece, 
Miss Vivian Hamernik.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers after 4 pm 
Friday and in the church from 11 am Saturday until the time of service. A Masonic 
service will be 7 pm Friday in the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, Nov. 2, 1978 page 3
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(16 Mar 1890/Nov 1978/SSDI)
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Mr. Hugo Hammernik and Miss Martha Burghardt were united in holy bonds of 
matrimony by Rev. Hugo Tuesday morning at St. Luke's parsonage. The couple will 
continue to make their home in this city where the groom is employed at the 
Eggers plant.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 26, 1915


MARTHA HAMERNIK

Mrs. Hugo Hamernik, 75, of 1902-28th St., Two Rivers, died Monday night at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient for several weeks.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
the Rev. Paul Schumacher officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Hamernik, nee Martha Burgard, was born at Two Rivers April 11, 1892, a 
daughter of the late Anton and Gertrude Braker Burgard. In her early womanhood 
she was active in amateur theatricals in Two Rivers. She was married Nov. 24, 
1915 at Two Rivers to Hugo Hamernik. She was a member of the Ladies of Holy 
Redeemer and an honorary member and past president of St. Luke Altar Society. 
The couple observed its golden wedding anniversary in 1956.
Besides her husband, she leaves three daughters, Mrs. Kenneth (Anita) Sauve, 
Mrs. Leo (Elimina) Kanzelberger and Mrs. Harry P. (Lola) Wilsman of Two Rivers; 
a son, Everett of Grand Rapids, Mich.; 13 grandchildren and seven great grand-
children.
Friends may call at the funeral home were memorial services will be at 8 o'clock 
this Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, April 1, 1969 P.11
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Mr. Hugo Hammernik and Miss Martha Burghardt were united in holy bonds of 
matrimony by Rev. Hugo Tuesday morning at St. Luke's parsonage. The couple will 
continue to make their home in this city where the groom is employed at the 
Eggers plant.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 26, 1915


VIVIAN HAMERNIK

Vivian B. Hamernik, 71, of 5225 N. Kenmore Street, Chicago, died Wednesday, 
January 25, 1989 at St. Joseph Hospital, Chicago. Funeral services will be 
2 pm Friday at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Rev. Frederik 
Schulz will officiate with burial at Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Survivors include cousins, Anita Sauve of Two Rivers, Elmina and Leo Kanzelbarger 
of Two Rivers, Lola and Harry Hilsmann of Two Rivers, Everett and Pat Hamernik of 
Grand Rapids, Michigan and several special friends.
Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is in charge of arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Jan. 26, 1989 page 4
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(24 Oct 1917/25 Jan 1989/SSDI)


DIANTHA (SMITH) HAMILTON

DEATH OF MRS. DIANTHA HAMILTON
As we are about to go to press we are informed of the death
of Mrs. Diantha Hamilton, one of our oldest and most highly
esteemed citizens. While Mrs. Hamilton has been in failing
health for several months the tender devotion and care of the
family together with her remarkable vitality, has lessened the
anxiety of her many friends causing her death to come with
sudden realization of the loss of one who has meant much to
our community.
Mrs. Hamilton was a daughter of Hezekiah Huntington Smith
who came to Two Rivers from Youngstown, Niagara County,
N.Y. in 1846. She was born at Youngstown July 29, 1830.
After coming west with her family she resided for a time in
Milwaukee, attending the old Milwaukee College, joining
her family at Two Rivers in 1846. At that time Two Rivers
was a mere frontier settlement consisting of a few log
houses located in a small clearing in the dense forest.
She was married at Two Rivers, December 23, 1849 to
Henry C. Hamilton who has also come here from Niagara
County, New York. Four children were born of this union,
all living today, J.E. and H.P. of this city George D.
Hamilton of Detroit, Minn., and Mrs. J.L. Moore of Atlanta,
Ga.
At the outbreak of the Civil War her husband enlisted as
Quarter-master of the 21st. Regiment of Wisconsin
Volunteers. On April 4, 1864 he died at Nashville, Tenn.
Altho for fifty years the widow of a soldier and officer in
the Civil War, Mrs. Hamilton never received a pension.
Left without means upon the death of her husband with 
four small children, the youngest a baby she managed 
to support herself and children until they could provide for 
themselves. She endured privations with fortitude and in 
her later years lived to enjoy some of the comforts of life.
Among the many services she and her family have
rendered this city and community, she held the distinction 
of having taught the first school in Two Rivers and her 
pupils were some of the pioneers who helped to develop 
the community.
Measuring her life with its far reaching influence, we are 
unable to express the full significance of her service. Her 
father, husband, children and grandchildren have had a 
leading part in the development of Two Rivers and she lived 
more than four score years, a witness to all changes that 
have taken place. It is with a deep sense of gratitude that 
the people of this community extend deepest and most 
heartfelt sympathy to the family in bereavement.
Funeral services will be held from Grace Church, Sunday 
afternoon at 2:30 Rev. Morris officiating.
Two Rivers Reporter, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1913
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MRS. DIANTHA HAMILTON, ONE OF OLDEST PIONEERS OF COUNTY, DIED AT HOME IN TWO RIVERS
Came to That City in 1847 and Had Since Resided There; Was Mother of J.E. And 
H.P. Hamilton; Hamilton Mfg. Co., 
Two Rivers Special to the Herald – Mrs. Diantha Hamilton, one of the oldest pioneers 
of the county and a resident here sinc3 1847 died last night at the home of her son, 
J.E. Hamilton, in this city. Mrs. Hamilton was the mother of J.E. And H.P. Hamilton 
of the Hamilton Manufacturing Company.
Mrs. Hamilton was a native of New York state and was born at Youngstown, 83 years 
ago. In 1847 she came to this city and has since resided here. Mr. Hamilton died in 
1964. For more than a year, Mrs. Hamilton had been in feeble health and her death was 
not unexpected. She is survived by three sons and one daughter, J.E. And H.P. Hamilton, 
this city, George D. Hamilton of Detroit and Mrs. J. L. Moore of Atlanta, Ga. Mrs. 
Hamilton made her home with her son, J.E. Hamilton. Funeral services will be held 
Sunday afternoon at 2:30.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Dec. 12, 1913


EDWARD P. HAMILTON JR.

Edward P. Hamilton Jr., age 67, of The Villages, FL, died Tuesday, 
Feb. 11, 2003, in Florida.
A memorial service will be held at 11 am. on Thursday, May 15, 2003 
at Grace Congregational United Church of Christ, Two Rivers. The Rev.
Kim Henning will officiate at the service, with private family
inurnment of the cremains to be held in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Ed was born May 15, 1935, in Milwaukee, son of the late Edward P. and 
Katharene Fletcher Hamilton Sr. Ed was associated with Hamilton 
Industries Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, retiring as vice president. He was a 
member of Grace Congregational Church of Two Rivers, the Masonic Lodge, 
Shrine Club, the Moose Lodge #1014 of Ocala, Fla., Two Rivers Elks 
Lodge #1380, and a life member of Ducks Unlimited. On May 20, 1961, 
he mar- ried the former Gretchen Galecki and she preceded him in death 
on June 23, 1983. He then married the former Margaret Jaeger on Oct. 5, 
1984. After leaving Two Rivers, the couple resided in Hot Springs, Ark., 
for 11 years, before moving to Florida in 2002.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
Besides his parents and first wife, he was preceded in death by two 
sisters.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Grace Congregational 
Church, Two Rivers, on Thursday, May 15, 2003, after 10 a.m. until 
the time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorials may be made to the Grace Congregational Church Building Fund.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the Hamilton 
family with arrangements:
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 19, 2003
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(15 May 1935/11 Feb 2003/SSDI)


EDWARD PIERPONT HAMILTON SR.    (d. 1989)

Edward P. Hamilton, Sr., 93, of Key Biscayne, Florida, former president of 
Hamilton Industries, died Saturday morning, October 7, 1989 at Two Rivers 
Community Hospital. Memorial service will be 10 am Thursday at Grace 
Congregational Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Kim Henning will officiate with private 
family interment at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Hamilton was born February 5, 1897 at Two Rivers, son of the late Henry P. 
and Jessie Luce Hamilton. He attended Culver Military Academy and Columbia 
University and served in the Army during World War I. he married the former 
Katherine Fleicher(sic) on August 25, 1923 at Elgin, Illinois. She preceded 
him in death in June of 1977.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Edward Jr. and Margaret Hamilton 
of Two Rivers; two daughters and sons-in-law, Diantha and Joseph McDonald of 
Alexandria, Virginia, Nancy and Donald Eglee of Eastham, Massachusetts; seven 
grandchildren and eight great grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in 
death by a daughter, Jacqueline Shiller, two brothers and a sister.
Memorials may be made to the donors favorite charity. There will be no visitation 
at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Oct. 9, 1989 page B8
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(05 Feb 1897/07 Oct 1989/SSDI)
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FLETCHER HOME AT ELGIN SCENE OF WEDDING
Hamilton- Fletcher Nuptials is Pretty Social Event  
From Elgin Daily Courier -  Good fortune favored the open air wedding of Miss 
Katherine Fletcher, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James M. Fletcher of Highland Ave., 
and Edward Pierpont Hamilton of Two Rivers, Wis., which took place August 25, at 
the hour of six in the picturesque woodland setting in the rear of the Fletcher 
home. Sunshine came just in time to warm the secluded garden for the nuptials 
which were witnessed by society of Elgin and from points near and far. 
Miss Fletcher walked over a white stone bridal path as she left the house with 
the bridal party to take her place for the service. Two huge twin oak trees and 
two camptodrove elms shed their graces on the ceremony which was read by Rev. 
J.W. Vallntyne, former supply pastor of the First Congregational Church and now 
of Oak Park. The one hundred and fifty guests viewed the wedding from a slope 
which travels down to the base of the oak and elm trees. Late garden flowers are 
in bloom in borders about the garden and tall torches of bright magenta amarnthus 
fringe the setting. Shrubbery grows in lavish splendor, giving privacy to the 
out-of-door event.
The unfailing charm of naturalness and simplicity voiced itself throughout the 
affair. The bride wore a draped gown of lustrous white, kitten's ear satin with 
the sole ornament of a large pearl cabochon arranged in the front of the gown. 
The long court train of tulle was crowned in a coronet of rose point lace. The 
lace in the veil was a combination of lace which was once worn by the late Mrs. 
Phoebe Dunham, grandmother of the bride and of lace worn by the mother of the 
bride. The flowers of the bride were a shower cluster of white roses and lilies 
of the valley. The honor maid, Miss Milfred Fletcher, sister of the bride, wore 
pink chiffon, lace trimmed and ornamented with a turquoise blue ribbon girdle 
tied in a huge bow. She wore a band in her hair to match the girdle.
The six bridesmaids, Miss Elizabeth Fletcher, sister of the bride, Carolyn Stuhler, 
a cousin from Monticello, Ia., Marie Hayssen of Sheboygan, Wis., Mary Howard of 
Holly, N.Y., Dorothy Redeker and Helen Batterman of Elgin were dressed alike. 
Each wore finely box-pleated frocks of orchid colored chiffon with sashes of deep 
purple and turbans of purple colored moline. Butterfly roses and sprigs of larkspur 
constituted the arm bouquets of the bridesmaids. The flower girl, Ella Marie, 
daughter of Mr.and Mrs. Walter Hamilton, niece of the bridegroom, was frocked in 
pink. Her flowers were an old fashioned bouquet. Mrs. Fletcher's gown was of ecru 
colored beaded lace made over blue material and Mrs. Henry Hamilton of Two Rivers, 
mother of the bridegroom was gowned in beaded orchid georgette crepe. Mrs. 
Frederick Stuhler of Monticello, Ia., aunt of the bride wore black lace trimmed 
in gold lace.
Henry Hamilton, brother of the bridegroom was best man and the groomsmen were 
Fred Rahe of Two Rivers, Walter Hamilton of Manitowoc, Wis., Walter Robinson of 
N.Y., Freeman and Francis Von Schrader of Ottumwa, Ia., and Sherwood Berger of 
Naugautuck, Conn. The bridal party entered the garden to harp, cello and violin 
strains of the march from Lohengrin. Benson's Orchestra of Chicago played the 
nuptial music and provide music for dancing which took place on a cement plot 
which surrounds the garage near the house. The wedding supper was served at one 
long table and small round tables on the cement plot.
Pink candles were glowed on the round tables and flowers used sparingly in 
adorning the bridal table. The couple departed by motor on a trip to the west, 
the bride wearing a gown of redwood colored silk and a coat, fur-trimmed and in 
color harmony with the gown. Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton have a newly erected home in 
readiness awaiting them at Two Rivers.
Among the many who came here for the weddiing were Mrs. Arthur H. Hayssen and 
son, William of Sheboygan, Wis., Mrs. Frank von Schrader and daughter, Miss 
Laura; Mrs. Charles von Schrader of Maduoketa, Ia.; Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hamilton 
and children of Two Rivers; Mrs. Ruth Swazey and two children of New York City; 
Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Hamilton and son; Mr. and Mrs. George Hamilton and son, John; 
Miss Helen Gray, Miss Winifred Eggers, Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Gowran and daughter, 
Margaret, Mr. and Mrs. Howell Evans, Mr. and Mrs. G.A. Magee, Mr. and Mrs. T.W. 
Suddard and daughters, Ruth and Frances, all of Two Rivers and Mr. and Mrs. 
Malcolm Tidmarsh of Oak Park.
The couple has a great assortment of luxuriant gifts to take into their new abode. 
Silver and glassware in profusion came with congratulations from scores of friends. 
A room full of the presents was on display for the guests to enjoy seeing.
The Reporter, Fri., Aug. 31, 1923 


ETTA SHOVE HAMILTON

Many Mourn Death of Mrs. Hamilton, Lived Important Full Life 
In the death of Mrs. Etta Shove Hamilton, wife of J.E. Hamilton, the founder 
of the Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers yesterday lost one of its best beloved 
figures. A friend and confidant of three generations of local people, Mrs. 
Hamilton was a colorful and vital factor in community life for more than half 
a century. Until her fatal illness Mrs. Hamilton retained her lively and acute 
interest in civic affairs, and in the welfare of her wide circle of friends in 
all walks of life in Two Rivers.
The part played by Mrs. Hamilton in the early days of struggle of the Hamilton 
Mfg. Co. is well known to the older residents of the city. She and Mr. Hamilton 
were married just before he quit his job in the old pail factory to launch into 
the making of wood type for himself, and Mrs. Hamilton spent the first year or 
two of her married life as the “office force” of the small business. She was 
bookkeeper, and chief business adviser of her husband, who has always credited 
her with a large share of responsibility for his success, not only in the early 
years but later.
Became Teacher 
Mrs. Hamilton was born August 5, 1859, in Manitowoc, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Henry Shove. Her father was a pioneer business man of that city. The family 
remained in Manitowoc only about a year after the daughter’s birth, however, 
moving to Appleton, where Mrs. Hamilton was brought up and educated. Finishing 
the common schools and high school of that city, she became a student in Lawrence 
college, and fitted herself for teaching.
It was as a teacher that Mrs. Hamilton returned to Manitowoc county, coming here 
in 1877 to take a post in the village school. Here on July 4, she first met Mr. 
Hamilton, who had just returned from a gold-seeking expedition to the Black Hills. 
They met at the home of Mr. Hamilton’s grandfather, Hezekiah Huntington Smith, 
well known to the older generation as “Deacon” Smith. Mrs. Hamilton was a guest 
at the Smith home in Two Rivers, preparatory to taking charge of classes in the 
fall. Mrs. Hamilton taught a year here, and two in the Appleton schools. 
On August, 5, 1880, she married Mr. Hamilton, and a short time afterward the firm 
of “J.E. Hamilton, Hollywood Type”, was set up in the back room of Mr. Hamilton’s 
mothers home, where he had brought his bride. The “equipment” consisted of a 
foot-power scroll-saw on which Mr. Hamilton cut out type faces, at first in the 
evening hours after his work at the lathe in the pail factory, until he launched 
into business for himself. 
Helped Husband 
The first bookkeeping system of the new concern was a series of dates, names and 
figures scrawled on the wall alongside the bench in the shop—the names of the 
customers, details of orders and dates of delivery. Soon realizing that this 
system—or lack of it—would not do, Mr. Hamilton and his bride bought themselves 
a treatise on bookkeeping, and spent the winter of 1180-81 studying the mysteries 
of double entry, with laboratory practice in setting up and keeping in balance 
the books of their own concern.
For the first year or so Mrs. Hamilton was the bookkeeper and cashier. Their 
daughter, Grace, was born August 18, 1881, when the new business was not a year 
old, and the type-shop was her nursery for a time, as Mrs. Hamilton combined the 
duties of business woman and mother. Later Mrs. Hamilton dropped out of active 
participation in the affairs of the business but she always retained an active 
and informed interest, and was Mr. Hamilton’s business counselor in all his wide 
affairs.
Until less than a year ago Mrs. Hamilton retained perfect health, and until two 
years ago was an active and accurate golfer. She was fond of younger people, 
deeply interested in public matters, and a confidant of the late Senator Thomas 
Walsh who was a childhood friend of both Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton. She was especially 
active in club and charitable work in Two Rivers, and was a leading member of 
Grace Congregational church.
Two Children
Mrs. Hamilton was the mother of two children, the late Mrs. Grace Sweeney, who 
died several years ago, and George S. Hamilton. One grandson, John Hamilton, 
survives, and two brothers, Henry and Morton Shove, who live in Iowa. 
Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton celebrated their golden wedding at their home here on 
August 5, 1930, and entertained at that time a number of well-known people from 
all over Wisconsin, as well as receiving hundreds of congratulatory messages from 
all over the nation. 
Mrs. Hamilton’s death was directly caused by pneumonia, according to word reaching 
here today. She had been ill since early last spring, when suffered a stroke of 
paralysis, which kept her practically bed-ridden most of the time since. Her 
strength had been failing fast in the last few weeks, and recently Mrs. George 
Hamilton left Two Rivers to be at her bedside along with her husband.
Funeral services will be held at Pasadena on Monday at 2:30 p.m. After a private 
service the body will be laid in a mausoleum there until spring or early summer, 
when Mr. Hamilton will bring it to Two Rivers for burial in the family plot in 
Pioneer’s Rest. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 13, 1934  P. 13
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BODY BROUGHT TO TWO RIVERS 
Remains of Mrs. Hamilton To Be Placed In Family Plot 
Remains of Mrs. J.E. Hamilton, wife of the founder of the Hamilton Manufacturing 
company, who died at Pasadena, Cal., on January 12, will be buried with simple 
services in the family plot in Pioneers Rest cemetery here late next Tuesday 
afternoon, according to word received here today.
The remains will arrive here on the Chicago & Northwestern Railway train at 4:35 
Tuesday afternoon from the west, and will be accompanied by her husband. The body 
will be taken directly to Pioneers Rest.
A committal service with a prayer at the grave will be offered by the Rev. Thomas A. 
Hawkes, pastor of Grace Congregational church, who on Sunday, January 21, conducted 
memorial services at the local church for the late widely known and beloved former 
resident. Funeral services were held at Pasadena on Monday, January 1, and the 
body was placed in a mausoleum in that city.
Close friends of the late resident will serve as pallbearers. They are H.C. Gowran, 
H.C. Wilke, W. G. Dickson, J.R. Magee, A.H. Lohman, and F.W. Eggers, Sr. 
Mrs. Hamilton, who had suffered an illness for nearly a year prior to her passing, 
spent most of her life in Two Rivers, coming here in her infancy from Manitowoc, 
where she was born. She was 76 years of age when she died. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 25, 1934  P. 9 


GEORGE SPAULDING HAMILTON

Hamilton Dead At Grants Pass 
George S. Hamilton, 62, former president of the Hamilton Manufacturing company, 
Two Rivers, died today at his home, Grants Pass, Oregon, where in recent years 
he operated a turkey ranch. He had been in failing health for several months.
The body is to be brought to Two Rivers for private graveside services, 
tentatively set for next Tuesday.
The only son of the late J.E. Hamilton, founder of the Hamilton company, he was 
born in Two Rivers in 1885 and after attending schools in that city enrolled at 
Culver military academy in Indiana and the Shattuck Military academy, at Fairbault, 
Minn.
Mr. Hamilton entered the employ of the Hamilton company in 1909 and was factory 
manager from 1912 to 1920 when he succeeded his father as president, serving from 
1920 to 1933. In 1937 he moved to Oregon to establish a turkey ranch at Grants 
Pass.
An active sportsman and huntsman, he was active in Masonic Elks and Rotary club 
circles in Two Rivers, being the first president of the latter club.
He is survived by his wife, the former Edith Crocker of Stevens Point; and a son, 
John S. of Tyrone, N. Mex. He was a first cousin of Edward P. Hamilton, president 
of the Hamilton company.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 30, 1947  P. 2
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Funeral services for George S. Hamilton, former president of the Hamilton 
Manufacturing company, Two Rivers, who died last Wednesday at Grant’s Pass, 
Ore., where he had made his home for the past 10 years, will be conducted by 
the Masonic lodge at the graveside in Pioneers Rest cemetery, Two Rivers, at 
3 o’clock Tuesday afternoon.
Mr. Hamilton’s body arrived Sunday night and may be viewed at the Beduhn 
funeral home between 7 and 9 o’clock tonight.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 4, 1947  P. 2
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Mr. Geo. Hamilton is a young gentleman of this city and Miss Margarette Sweeney 
of Paris, Kentucky, were united in marriage at Paris, Kentucky Wednesday evening. 
The bride is a pretty young lady, highly esteemed among those who know her and 
has spent her vacations in this city for the past two summers. The groom is a 
well known young man of this city and the son of Mr. J.E. Hamilton, President of 
the Hamilton Mfg. Co. George fills the position of assistant superintendent of 
the plant. The couple will reside here in the northern part of the city in a 
handsome cottage built by Mr. Hamilton this fall.
The Reporter, Sat., Nov. 2, 1907
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(I don't know where Margarette is)


GRETCHEN GALECKI HAMILTON

Mrs. Edward P. Hamilton Jr., 48, of 1509-27th St., Two Rivers, died Thursday 
afternoon, June 23, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Private family funeral services will be Sunday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers. The Rev. Daniel Wright will officiate and burial will be 
in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Hamilton, nee Gretchen Galecki, was born Feb. 28, 1935, at Two Rivers, 
daughter of Emertz Frisque Galecki and the late Emanuel Galecki. She attended 
Two Rivers Public Schools, was graduated from Washington High School with the 
Class of 1953 and from Lake Forest College. She was married to Edward P. Hamilton 
Jr. May 20, 1961, at Two Rivers.
Survivors include her husband and mother of Two Rivers and two sisters, Mrs. 
Marcia MacMeekin of Manitowoc and Mrs. Andrew (Ellen) Ragatz of Oconomowoc.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to 
American Heart Association or Grace Congregational Church-UCC, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, June 14, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. 06-27-1983/age 48 yrs.]  
(Born 28 Feb 1935/Died Jun 1983/SSDI)


HENRY C. HAMILTON    (d. 1864)

Funeral Of Mr. Hamilton. 
The remains of Henry C. Hamilton reached Two Rivers last Tuesday morning, having 
been brought from Nashville under the charge of Mr. Joseph Kilb. The funeral took 
place on Wednesday afternoon, and was attended by a large concourse of his late 
friends and neighbors, who met to pay the sad rites of burial to one who was 
esteemed and loved by them. After an affecting prayer and appropriate discourse 
by Rev. Mr. Pierpont, the funeral procession marched to the cemetery, where the 
Order of Odd Fellows performed the final ceremonies.
Mr. Hamilton was about 36 years of age. He came to Two Rivers eighteen years ago, 
and was one of its first and most enterprising citizens. It was he who advocated 
and commenced the system of manufactures for which our sister village is now noted 
throughout the west, and materially assisted in bringing most of them to completion. 
He was a generous whole-hearted man, whose chief ambition seemed to be to do his 
neighbor good. The poor always found him liberal to their wants, and many of the 
old settlers of Two Rivers will remember his charitable services with deep 
gratitude.
Mr. Hamilton represented his town many years in the County Board, and served two 
years in the Wisconsin Assembly. It is unnecessary to say that he acted honorably 
and faithfully through life, and that his death has caused deep sympathy in the 
community for the loss which a loving wife and three children have met.
His death was caused by typhus fever, while temporarily stopping at Nashville, 
Tennessee. We find in the Nashville Press of the 7th inst., the following proceedings 
held in that city relative to his death:
At a meeting in this city, on the 4th instant, of the friends of Henry C. Hamilton, 
deceased, late quartermaster of the 21st Wisconsin regiment, Captain J. Edward Stacey 
was called to preside and Mr. Gilbert Hagan appointed secretary.
On motion, the following gentlemen were appointed a committee to draft resolutions 
expressive of the grief and condolence of the meeting upon learning of the death of 
Mr. Hamilton, to-wit: Captain J. Edward Stacey, chairman, and Messrs. Charles H. 
Warner, Joseph Kalb, J.W. Barnes, W.W. Pader and Ralph Church; who submitted the 
following preamble and resolutions, which were unanimously adopted:
Whereas, In the inscrutable wisdom of Providence, it hath pleased Him to remove from 
our midst and companionship, by the sudden visitation of death, our much esteemed 
friend, H.C. Hamilton late of Two Rivers, Wisconsin, but more recently connected 
with the Army of the Cumberland; therefore,
Resolved 1st. That in the death of our well known and faithfully tried friend, H. C. 
Hamilton, his numerous friends in the army, as well as in the community in which he 
resided, have sustained an irreparable loss, only consolable by the reflection that 
it is appointed unto man once to die, and that an all wise God hath the dictating of 
the time and circumstances.
Resolved 2d. The we sincerely condole with the bereaved family in the deepest of 
human afflictions, when both a husband and father are removed in the prime of life, 
and can only tender the widow and children our heartfelt sympathy in so overwhelming 
a calamity, and one which no human agency could avert but which in its sorrowfulness 
calls upon us all to bow in humble submission to him who made us, and who alone 
"tempers the wind to the shorn lamb," and comfort ourselves with the consoling hope 
that our loss is his eternal gain.
Resolved 3d. That the city papers be requested to publish the preamble and resolution 
adopted by this meeting, and that the committee transmit a copy of the same to the 
family of the deceased.
Capt. J. Edward Stacey, Pres.
Gilbert Hagan, Sec'y.
Manitowoc Pilot  Friday, April 15, 1864  pg. 1


HENRY HUNTINGTON HAMILTON    (d. 1947)

Henry H. Hamilton, 47, brother of Edward P. Hamilton of Two Rivers, and a 
west coast steamship line executive until his retirement a year ago because 
of ill health, died Sunday at a South San Francisco hospital following a 
major operation.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Hamilton home in Two 
Rivers. There will be Masonic rites at the grave in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Brief funeral rites were held in San Francisco Sunday afternoon and the body 
will arrive here Wednesday night, and be taken to the Beduhn funeral home in 
Two Rivers. It will be moved to the Edward Hamilton home at 11 a.m. Thursday 
to lie in state until the hour of services.
Mr. Hamilton was born in Two Rivers in 1899, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry 
Hamilton. He attended Two Rivers schools and later Culver Military academy 
and University of Wisconsin. He worked on carferries plying between Manitowoc, 
Ludington and Frankfort during his early manhood and for two years operated a 
canning company under his own name at Frankfort, Mich. Returning to his first 
love, sailing, Mr. Hamilton became a purser with the Matson Steamship company, 
operating out of San Francisco, and traveled the Orient for many years. Later 
he became affiliated in the same capacity with the Hawaiian-American Steamship 
line, with which firm he remained until his retirement. He lived for a time 
in Honolulu, representing the steamship line, and up to his retirement had been 
in the firm's San Francisco office.
Mr. Hamitlon married Miss Barbara MacDonald, in 1937, who survives with a 
brother, Edward P. Hamilton of Two Rivers. An older brother, Walter, died here 
last year.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 17, 1947 P.2
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Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hamilton, of Two Rivers, are the proud parents of a 
fourteen-pound boy, born yesterday. Mr. Hamilton was in town to-day passing 
around cigars to his numerous friends.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, July 28, 1899 P.2


HENRY PIERPONT HAMILTON   (d. 1919)

Notes from Two Rivers:
Henry P. Hamilton died Sunday in a hospital in Chicago. He had been 
in poor health for several months. The deceased was 57 years of age. 
In 1887 he was married to Miss Lessie Luse and to this union there 
were born three sons and one daughter, Walter L. Hamilton of Manitowoc, 
Ruth Hamilton Swazey of New York, Edward P. and Henry H. Hamilton Jr. 
of Two Rivers. In addition to the immediate family he is mourned by 
two brothers and one sister, Mr. George D. Hamilton of Detroit, 
Minnesota, Mr. J. E. Hamilton of Two Rivers and Mrs. J. L. Moore of 
Atlanta, Ga. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the Grace 
Congregational Church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 19, 1919
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FUNERAL OF LATE HENRY P. HAMILTON IS MOST IMPRESSIVE ONE
Funeral of the late Henry P. Hamilton of Two Rivers which took place 
Wednesday afternoon was one of the most impressive ever held in that 
city and was marked by one of the greatest tributes ever paid a 
deceased. The eulogy was delivered by the Rev. Gray of Wausau, former 
pastor at Two Rivers, who by reason of his ? associates with the 
deceased, was able to attest with truth and conviction the splendid 
work of Mr. Hamilton. Mr. Gray dwelt especially upon the simplicity 
that marked the life of the departed. His generosity, his interest in 
the city schools and his ? and pointed out Two Rivers unretrievable 
loss. Memories of the Modern Woodmen...
rest is illegible, too light to read.)
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, June 20, 1919 Page 1
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HENRY HAMILTON CALLED BY DEATH
Dies in Presbyterian Hospital at Chicago After Long Illness
MOURNED BY CITIZENS
Has Left His Impress in Educational and Industrial Progress of the city
Seldom have the people of a community been called upon to mourn a common loss 
in deeper sincerity than have we in Two Rivers in the death of H.P. Hamilton. 
A man of wide interests in all factors that concerned the development of the 
city and state; he occupied a position of leadership that will be very difficult 
to fill.
Henry Pierpont Hamilton was a Wisconsin product having been born and reared and 
educated in this section of the state. His education was received in the Common 
Schools of Two Rivers and later he learned the printer's trade which he followed 
for several years. The knowledge gained thru his work as a practical printer made 
him an exceedingly valuable man in the organization of the Hamilton Manufacturing 
Company which was established in partnership with his brother, Mr. J. E. Hamilton. 
For many years Mr. Hamilton was identified with every movement that looked toward 
the advancement of Two Rivers. He had faith in the future of the community and did 
everything within his power to awaken this confidence in others. For nearly thirty 
years he was a member of the Board of Education, serving as president for 
practically a quarter of a century. He showed splendid judgement in his educational 
leadership not only in the selection of school sites but in providing strong men 
and women to lead in the direction of the educational policy of this community. If 
his services were restricted to the schools alone, in this we would find an 
everlasting monument to his memory.  
For many years he was the President of the Board of Trustees of Grace Church. He 
was chairman of the building committee at the time the church was erected and he 
gave liberally toward an effort to secure what is considered one of the most modern 
and complete church buildings in the state. Again his services were sought in the 
erection of the Joseph Mann Library and to this he gave the same careful consideration 
with results that will be appreciated by the citizens of Two Rivers for all time. 
To his foresight and enterprise is credited the development of the Lake Shore Park, 
a playground for the people which is becoming more widely appreciated every year.
Mr. Hamilton was a man of broad education. He was interested in Scientific Agriculture 
and especially in Animal Husbandry. His herd of carefully selected Guernsey cattle 
was recognized as one of the best in this section of the state. He was a national 
authority on the subject of the Copper and Bronze age in North America. His collection 
of copper implements is undoubtedly the finest in existence and represents a lifetime 
of continuous effort on his part in its up-building. He was a life member of the 
Wisconsin Archeological Society and at his request, his wonderful collection of Indian 
relics will be placed in the Historical Museum at Madison where it will be known as 
the Henry P. Hamilton Collection. For hundreds of years, young men and women students 
at the Wisconsin University will receive inspiration and knowledge from this source.
Mr. Hamilton was a member of the F.A. M., the Royal Arch Chapter at Manitowoc, the 
Consistory at Milwaukee and the M.W.A. of this city. He realized the values to be found 
in these fraternal organizations and was held in highest esteem by all those in the 
membership of the same. 
Aside from his devoted wife who has attended him so constantly during the period of his 
illness, he is mourned by three sons, Walter L. of Manitowoc, Edward P. and Henry H. of 
Two Rivers and one daughter, Mrs. Ruth Hamilton-Swazey of New York. In addition to the 
members of his own family, he is mourned by two brothers and one sister, J.E. Hamilton 
of this city, George Hamilton of Detroit, Minnesota and Mrs. J.L. Moore of Atlanta, 
Georgia.
The funeral service was held on Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock from Grace church. 
The services at the church were conducted by Rev. Alfred D. Grey, former pastor of 
Grace Church, who paid a sincere and fitting tribute to the spiritual values to be 
found in a life of service to man such as had been contributed by Mr. Hamilton. Two 
beautiful vocal solos were rendered by Mrs. Charles Krause with Mrs. Brown at the organ. 
The members of the local lodges of F. & A. M. and the M.W. A. attended in a body, the 
former organization taking charge of the services at the grave. Never were the solemn 
rites of the Masonic order more impressive than were the words spoken by A.P. Geimer, 
Master of the Lodge, assisted by Edward Nash as Chaplin. The pallbearers were A.H. Lohman, 
John Smith, Frank Kaufmman, T.W. Suddard, F.W. Eggers and W. J. Hamilton.
The floral tributes from hundreds of loving friends were the silent messages which bespoke 
the sympathy of many hearts bowed in sorrow. As the friends and relatives turned from 
Cemetery in which repose the moral remains of Henry Hamilton, the setting sun shone in 
benediction upon what we know to be the life of a splendid man and citizen, well spent 
in the best service of his fellow  men.
Edward Pierpont, Finch Clark, Barrett Clark, Miss Luse and Mr. Luse of Chicago were in 
attendance at the funeral of Mr. H.P. Hamilton on Wednesday of this week. Mr. and Mrs. 
Edward Swazey of New York, together with their little daughter, Diantha, were called to 
Two Rivers on account of the death of Mrs. Swazey's father, H. P. Hamilton.
The Reporter, Thurs., June 19, 1919


JAMES EDWARD HAMILTON    (d. 1940)

J. E. Hamilton Dies 
J. E. Hamilton, 88, Two Rivers industrialist and founder of the Hamilton 
Manufacturing Company died today at Pasadena, Calif. 
Mr. Hamilton was born in Two Rivers in 1852 and was educated in schools of 
Two Rivers and Lockport, N.Y. He married Etta Shove in 1880. He organized 
the Hamilton Manufacturing Company, manufacturers of wood type, which became 
one of the largest plants of its kind in the world. 
He retired from active participation in the firm’s affairs several years ago.
Several years ago he gave the $250,000 Hamilton Community House to the city 
of Two Rivers. He served as alderman in 1888 and was mayor from 1893 to 1895.
He is survived by a son, George Hamilton.
The body will not be brought to Two Rivers until June.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 7, 1940  P. 1
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Funeral Services For J.E. Hamilton Thursday. 
Body Will Be Brought To Two Rivers In July For Interment
TWO RIVERS (Special)—Funeral services for J. E. Hamilton, 87, industrialist 
and public benefactor, will be held Thursday at Pasadena, Calif., where he 
died Tuesday afternoon at 1 o’clock. In compliance with an oft-repeated wish, 
Mr. Hamilton’s body will be brought here in July for interment in Pioneer’s 
Rest cemetery.
Mr. Hamilton died in his suite at the Hotel Vista del Arroyo at Pasadena. He 
had been in failing health for some time. Mrs. Ruby Ellis of Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Joseph Koenig, an early associate of Mr. Hamilton, visited him early 
in April and found the aged industrialist alert and able to take care of his 
personal correspondence despite failing health.
Retired in 1919 
Since 1919 Mr. Hamilton had retired in Pasadena but until a few years ago made 
an annual visit to Two Rivers. He was last here two summers ago. Mrs. Etta Shove 
Hamilton, his wife, died Nov. 12, 1934. The survivors are a son, George S. 
Hamilton of Grants Pass, Ore., and a grandson, John Sweeney Hamilton, a rancher 
at Tyrone, N.M. 
Mr. Hamilton was founder of the Hamilton Manufacturing Company. Beginning the 
manufacture of wood type in a backyard workshop, Mr. Hamilton built his firm 
into one of the nation’s largest industries, and remained head of the company 
from 1880 until his retirement in 1919. He was chairman of the board of the 
Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company. Mr. Hamilton provided J.E. Koenig with 
free factory space and electricity to begin the manufacture of aluminum combs, 
an idea which led to the organization of the Aluminum Goods company.
Mr. Hamilton was connected with countless enterprises in the community. He 
helped establish the first telephone exchange, aided in the founding of the Two 
Rivers Coal company and reorganized the Bank of Two Rivers. 
He will be best remembered for his community benefactions and civic spirit. The 
J. E. Hamilton Community House, which cost more than a quarter of a million 
dollars, was his biggest single benefaction but hospitals, schools and churches 
of the community and county bear witness to his great generosity. Among his many 
contributions were those to the Washington high school for a swimming pool, the 
St. Mark’s parochial school, a large subscription to the Municipal hospital, 
annual support to the Wisconsin Y.M.C.A. and Grace Congregational church, of 
which he was a member for nearly a lifetime.
Mayor For 2 Years 
Mr. Hamilton served as mayor from 1893 to 1895 and as a member of the old 
municipal light and water commission, was responsible for the construction of 
the lake intake. Mr. Hamilton became affiliated with the Masonic order in his 
early manhood and was one of the first masters of the Two Rivers lodge F. &. A.M. 
No. 200. He was a member of the Manitowoc chapter, Royal Arch Masons; Manitowoc 
commandery, Knights Templar; the Wisconsin consistory of 32nd degree Masons; and 
with Tripoli temple Milwaukee Shriners. He was a charter member of the Elks lodge, 
which a number of years ago presented him with a life membership; and was an 
honorary member of both the Rotary club and the American Legion.
Mr. Hamilton was the son of Henry Carter and Diantha Jane Smith Hamilton. He was 
born May 19, 1852, in a little frame cottage near the Berner’s estate on 15th and 
Jefferson streets. “J.E.” was only 10 years old when his father enlisted in the 
Union army. On April 4, 1864, news of the death of Lieut. Hamilton reached Two 
Rivers. He left a widow and four young children. The Duties of “Breadwinner” fell 
on J. F. Hamilton as a lad of 14. His first job was as a newspaper carrier boy. 
Later he became a cash boy in a drygoods store for $3 a week. At 17 he became a 
lathe hand in the Mann brothers pail factory and after two years was a full fledged 
engineer. Using a brick yard engine as a power plant, he went into business for 
himself manufacturing wall brackets and other odds and ends of furniture that might 
be constructed or ornamented with wood scroll work. After the gold rush fever had 
been disposed of, Mr. Hamilton returned to work in wood working factories and at 
27 launched the business that was to make him wealthy, the manufacture of wooden 
printing equipment. He sawed out his first pieces of type the words, “Grand Ball 
at Turner Hall” for William F. Nash, publisher of the old weekly Chronicle, on a 
foot-power scroll saw in a little workroom in his mother’s cottage. The business 
soon expanded. The Hamilton Manufacturing company was incorporated Jan. 1, 1889 
with an authorized capital of $50,000 and a paid capital of $30,000?? In January, 
1920, it was reorganized. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 8, 1940  P. 13
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TRIBUTE PAID J.E. HAMILTON 
Memorial Services Conducted At Community House 
TWO RIVERS (Special)—Memorial services for J.E. Hamilton were held this afternoon 
at the Hamilton Community House, the structure Mr. Hamilton donated to the city.
The seating capacity of the large auditorium was taxed for the memorial services, 
held at the same time as services at Pasadena, Calif. 
A selection by the Hamilton Band opened the services after which City Manager E.J. 
Donnelly spoke for the city administration. August Fanslau, speaking for civic and 
fraternal organizations of the city, was the next speaker. Thomas Napiecinski, 
Washington high school senior, speaking for youth, followed and then George Klatt, 
representing Hamilton employes gave a short talk. President H.C. Gowran of the 
firm Mr. Hamilton founded in 1881 spoke for the firm.
Superintendent F.G. Bishop, representing the city at large, was the final speaker 
on the program at which Recreation Director A. P. Eckley acted as chairman. A 
selection by the Hamilton band followed and then the Rev. T. A. Hawkes of Grace 
Congregational church offered the closing prayer.
Officers of the Elks lodge acted as ushers during the services.
The entire city paused during the time of the memorial services, those places not 
already closed at 4 p.m. arranging to close at that time in compliance with a 
proclamation issued by vice-president of the city council, Alfred Zoerb, yesterday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 9, 1940  P. 21
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HOLD SERVICE FOR HAMILTON 
Public Memorial Conducted At Time of Funeral In West 
TWO RIVERS (Special)  Personal, civic, fraternal and humanitarian activities of 
the late J.E. Hamilton were lauded yesterday afternoon by speakers of public 
memorial services at the Community House which he donated to the city.
The memorial services for the 87 year old founder of the Hamilton firm here who 
died in Pasadena, Calif., on Tuesday, were held at 4 o’clock and were largely 
attended. The time of the services coincided with the time of the regular funeral 
services held in Pasadena. 
His body will be brought here for interment in July.
Speakers on the program represented the city administration, civic and fraternal 
organizations, youth, Hamilton employes, Hamilton management and the community at 
large. Recreation Director Arthur P. Eckley acted as chairman. The program was 
opened and closed with selections by the Hamilton band. The Rev. T. A. Hawkes 
offered the closing prayer.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 10, 1940  P. 12
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HAMILTON TO BE INTERRED 
Industrialist To Be Buried In Pioneer’s Rest 
TWO RIVERS  (Special)—The request of the late J.E. Hamilton that he be buried in 
Two Rivers at the time of the year when the natural beauty of the community is at 
its height will be fulfilled tomorrow.
The body of the philanthropist and founder of the Hamilton Manufacturing company 
who died at Pasadena, Calif., May 7, as he neared his 88th birthday, will be 
interred in the family plot in Pioneers’ Rest cemetery at 3:45 Wednesday afternoon.
Funeral services will be conducted at the cemetery by the Two Rivers lodge of Masons, 
with Past Master Heber Clayton in charge. Mr. Hamilton was one of the early 
worshipful masters of the local order. 
The body will arrive shortly before the cemetery services. Pallbearers will be 
H.C. Gowran, W. G. Dickson, H.G. Evans, Frank Kaufman, Charles Krause and Arthur H. 
Lohman.
Those from away to attend the services will be Mr. and Mrs. George S. Hamilton of 
Grant’s Pass, Or., Mr. and Mrs. John Hamilton of Tyrne, New Mexico, and Hubbard 
Hamilton of Detroit Lakes, Minn., the latter a son of the late George D. Hamilton, 
brother of the deceased community builder.
Plants of the Hamilton Manufacturing company will close during the period of services, 
officials of the firm announced this morning.
Having spent the summers in Two Rivers after his retirement some 20 years ago from 
active interest in the Hamilton Manufacturing company, it was this time of the year 
here that Mr. Hamilton loved best. Shortly before his death he requested that his 
remains be brought back for burial during July. Public memorial services were held 
on May 9 at the Community House, which in 1931 he donated to the city. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 9, 1940  P. 13
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JESSIE LUSE HAMILTON

Mrs. Jesse Lincoln Hamilton, 75, widow of H.P. Hamilton, late executive of the 
Hamilton Manufacturing company of Two Rivers, died Wednesday night at her home 
in Los Angeles where she had resided for the last 14 years. She had been 
seriously ill for three weeks.
At the bedside of their mother were E. P. Hamilton of Two Rivers, Walter of 
Manitowoc and Henry Hamilton of San Francisco; E. P. and Walter traveled to the 
coast by airplane Monday. 
Funeral services for Mrs. Hamilton will be held at Grace Congregational church 
at Two Rivers at 2:30 Monday afternoon, the Rev. Thomas A. Hawkes officiating. 
Burial will be in the family plot in Pioneers’ Rest cemetery. The body will 
arrive in Milwaukee Saturday afternoon and will be taken to the Beduhn funeral 
home at Two Rivers. 
Pallbearers will be H.C. Gowran, A. H. Lohman, W. G. Dickson, H.G. Evans, Charles 
Krause and Guido Rahr. 
Mrs. Hamilton, nee Jessie Lincoln Luce (sic), was born at Des Moines, Ia., Feb 9, 
1865. She was married in Minneapolis Sept. 16, 1887 to Henry Pierpont Hamilton of 
this city, who for years was associated with his brother, the late J.E. Hamilton 
in the Hamilton Manufacturing company. Mr. Hamilton died June 15, 1919. Since 
1926 Mrs. Hamilton made her home in Los Angeles but made frequent visits to her 
former home.
Mrs. Hamilton for years was an active member of Grace Congregational church and 
was a member of the church choir. She was a charter member of the Two Rivers 
Charitable association, having served as an officer for a number of years.
Born to the Hamiltons were four children, Walter of Manitowoc, Mrs. Ruth Hamilton 
Swazey, who died last summer, Edward P. of Two Rivers, and Henry H. Hamilton of 
San Francisco. She is also survived by two brothers, Walter and Herbert Luce of 
Chicago. There are 10 grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 12, 1940  P.2


KATHERINE (FLETCHER) HAMILTON

Mrs. Edward P. Hamilton, 74, formerly of Two Rivers, died Saturday night in 
her home in Key Biscayne, Fla.
Mrs. Hamilton, nee Katherine Fletcher, was born May 4, 1903, in Elgin, Ill., 
daughter of James and Nellie Fletcher. She resided in Two Rivers from the time 
of her marriage to Hamilton on Aug. 25, 1923, until moving to Key Biscayne in 
1967. 
While a resident of this area, Mrs. Hamilton was active in many civic 
organizations.
Mrs. Hamilton is survived by her husband, two sisters, Mildred Fletcher of San 
Antonio, Tex., and Mrs. Donald (Elizabeth) Glos of Peoria, Ill; three daughters, 
Mrs. Joseph (Diantha) McDowell of Arlington, Va., Mrs. Blaire (Jacqueline) 
Schiller of Key Biscayne and Mrs. Donald (Nancy) Eglee of New Haven, Conn.; a 
son, Edward P. Hamilton Jr. of Two Rivers; seven grandchildren and one great-
grandchild.
A private memorial service will be conducted at 4 p.m. Tuesday in Key Biscayne. 
Memorials may be made to Grace Congregational Church, Two Rivers, of which she 
was a member. 
Herald Times Reporter, June 13, 1977  P. 22
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MARRIAGE OF EDW. HAMILTON ON AUGUST 25
Invitations have been issued by Mr. and Mrs. James Fletcher of 
Eligin, Ill., for the marraige of their daughter Miss Katherine, 
to Edward Hamilton, of Two Rivers. The marriage will take place 
at Elgin August 25 and will be attended by a number of guests 
from Manitowoc and Two Rivers.
Announcement of the engagement was made some time ago, Miss 
Fletcher is prominent in social circles of Elgin and Chicago and 
is known here where she has visited. Mr. Hamilton is associated 
with the Hamilton Manufacturing Co. at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, August 4, 1923 P.1
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FLETCHER HOME AT ELGIN SCENE OF WEDDING
Hamilton- Fletcher Nuptials is Pretty Social Event  
From Elgin Daily Courier -  Good fortune favored the open air wedding of Miss 
Katherine Fletcher, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James M. Fletcher of Highland Ave., 
and Edward Pierpont Hamilton of Two Rivers, Wis., which took place August 25, at 
the hour of six in the picturesque woodland setting in the rear of the Fletcher 
home. Sunshine came just in time to warm the secluded garden for the nuptials 
which were witnessed by society of Elgin and from points near and far. 
Miss Fletcher walked over a white stone bridal path as she left the house with 
the bridal party to take her place for the service. Two huge twin oak trees and 
two camptodrove elms shed their graces on the ceremony which was read by Rev. 
J.W. Vallntyne, former supply pastor of the First Congregational Church and now 
of Oak Park. The one hundred and fifty guests viewed the wedding from a slope 
which travels down to the base of the oak and elm trees. Late garden flowers are 
in bloom in borders about the garden and tall torches of bright magenta amarnthus 
fringe the setting. Shrubbery grows in lavish splendor, giving privacy to the 
out-of-door event.
The unfailing charm of naturalness and simplicity voiced itself throughout the 
affair. The bride wore a draped gown of lustrous white, kitten's ear satin with 
the sole ornament of a large pearl cabochon arranged in the front of the gown. 
The long court train of tulle was crowned in a coronet of rose point lace. The 
lace in the veil was a combination of lace which was once worn by the late Mrs. 
Phoebe Dunham, grandmother of the bride and of lace worn by the mother of the 
bride. The flowers of the bride were a shower cluster of white roses and lilies 
of the valley. The honor maid, Miss Milfred Fletcher, sister of the bride, wore 
pink chiffon, lace trimmed and ornamented with a turquoise blue ribbon girdle 
tied in a huge bow. She wore a band in her hair to match the girdle.
The six bridesmaids, Miss Elizabeth Fletcher, sister of the bride, Carolyn Stuhler, 
a cousin from Monticello, Ia., Marie Hayssen of Sheboygan, Wis., Mary Howard of 
Holly, N.Y., Dorothy Redeker and Helen Batterman of Elgin were dressed alike. 
Each wore finely box-pleated frocks of orchid colored chiffon with sashes of deep 
purple and turbans of purple colored moline. Butterfly roses and sprigs of larkspur 
constituted the arm bouquets of the bridesmaids. The flower girl, Ella Marie, 
daughter of Mr.and Mrs. Walter Hamilton, niece of the bridegroom, was frocked in 
pink. Her flowers were an old fashioned bouquet. Mrs. Fletcher's gown was of ecru 
colored beaded lace made over blue material and Mrs. Henry Hamilton of Two Rivers, 
mother of the bridegroom was gowned in beaded orchid georgette crepe. Mrs. 
Frederick Stuhler of Monticello, Ia., aunt of the bride wore black lace trimmed 
in gold lace.
Henry Hamilton, brother of the bridegroom was best man and the groomsmen were 
Fred Rahe of Two Rivers, Walter Hamilton of Manitowoc, Wis., Walter Robinson of 
N.Y., Freeman and Francis Von Schrader of Ottumwa, Ia., and Sherwood Berger of 
Naugautuck, Conn. The bridal party entered the garden to harp, cello and violin 
strains of the march from Lohengrin. Benson's Orchestra of Chicago played the 
nuptial music and provide music for dancing which took place on a cement plot 
which surrounds the garage near the house. The wedding supper was served at one 
long table and small round tables on the cement plot.
Pink candles were glowed on the round tables and flowers used sparingly in 
adorning the bridal table. The couple departed by motor on a trip to the west, 
the bride wearing a gown of redwood colored silk and a coat, fur-trimmed and in 
color harmony with the gown. Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton have a newly erected home in 
readiness awaiting them at Two Rivers.
Among the many who came here for the weddiing were Mrs. Arthur H. Hayssen and 
son, William of Sheboygan, Wis., Mrs. Frank von Schrader and daughter, Miss 
Laura; Mrs. Charles von Schrader of Maduoketa, Ia.; Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hamilton 
and children of Two Rivers; Mrs. Ruth Swazey and two children of New York City; 
Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Hamilton and son; Mr. and Mrs. George Hamilton and son, John; 
Miss Helen Gray, Miss Winifred Eggers, Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Gowran and daughter, 
Margaret, Mr. and Mrs. Howell Evans, Mr. and Mrs. G.A. Magee, Mr. and Mrs. T.W. 
Suddard and daughters, Ruth and Frances, all of Two Rivers and Mr. and Mrs. 
Malcolm Tidmarsh of Oak Park.
The couple has a great assortment of luxuriant gifts to take into their new abode. 
Silver and glassware in profusion came with congratulations from scores of friends. 
A room full of the presents was on display for the guests to enjoy seeing.
The Reporter, Fri., Aug. 31, 1923 
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(04 May 1903/Jun 1977/SSDI)


MATIE STEPHANY HAMILTON

Mrs. E.Z. Hamilton, 70, nee Mattie Bunsman, died at her home in Two Rivers 
on Wednesday afternoon.
She was born in Berlin, Wis., in 1874, and was married to Joseph K. Stephany 
more than 45 years ago. The couple moved to Two Rivers and established a drug 
store about 39 years ago. Mr. Stephany died five years ago. In Ocotber 1943, 
she was married to Z.F. Hamilton at Berlin, and they made their home at Two 
Rivers.
She is survived by her husband; two sisters, Mrs. Lillian Davis of Two Rivers 
and Mrs. C.F. Jones of Madison. There are also two nephews and two nieces all 
of Two Rivers.
Mrs. Hamilton was affiliated with the Ladies Aid society of the Grace Congreg-
ational church.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Beduhn funeral home and 
interment will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery. The body may be viwed at the funeral 
home after 7 p.m. this evening until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 24, 1944 P. 2


CATHERINE (NIQUETTE) HAMMEL

A heart attack suffered at her home shortly after 9 o'clock last 
night as she was preparing to retire for the night proved fatal to 
Mrs. William Hammel, 73, member of a pioneer Two Rivers family and 
widow of the well known business man who died there last June 1.
Mrs. Hammel had been in good health up to the time of the attack and 
had gone about her housework at 2115 Monroe street all day.
Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 9 o'clock from St. 
Luke's Catholic church following short services from the Jansky Funeral 
Home at 8:30. The Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo will conduct the rites. 
Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Hammel, nee Catherine Niquette was born in Two Rivers Oct. 12, 1864, 
the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Eli Niquette. On September 17, 1895, 
she married William Hammel, who for many years operated a butcher shop and 
later managed the co-operative delivery system in Two Rivers. The couple 
celebrated their golden wedding anniversay here in September 1935.
Survivors are four daughters, Genevieve and Katherine at home, Julia, 
Milwaukee, and Marion, San Francisco; four sons, Bert and Mark, Chicago, 
George, Hutchinson and Roy, St. Paul; six sisters, Mrs. Victor Fleming 
and Sister M. Mark, Rochester, Minn., Mrs. William Stephani, Manitowoc, 
Mrs. George Rehrauer, Two Rivers, Mrs. Louis Ruby, St. Paul, and Mrs. Lee 
Kinstle, Fort Wayne; and two brothers, William Niquette of Manitowoc and 
Ado Niquette of San Francisco.
The body was taken to the Jansky Funeral Home where it will remain until 
the time of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, January 29, 1938 P.4


DOROTHEA HAMMEL

Mrs. Dorothea Hammel, a pioneer resident of Two Rivers, is dead at 
the home of her brother at Milwaukee and the remains were brought 
to Two Rivers yesterday and the funeral will be held in that city 
tomorrow afteroon. Decedent came to Two Rivers 62 years ago and for 
fifty years was a member of St. John's church in that city. Three 
weeks ago, when she began to fail, she was taken to Milwaukee where 
death occurred.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 7, 1916 P.3
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DEATH OF AN OLD SETTLER
A pioneer resident of Two Rivers passed away at Milwaukee Wednesday night when 
Mrs. Dorothea Hammel died at the home of her brother, Christian Boedeker. Up to 
three weeks ago, she lived in this city, but when she began to fail rapidly, her 
brother took her with him to his  home at Milwaukee. Sixty-two years ago she 
came to Two Rivers from Lintel by Rahden, Westfalian, Germany where she was born 
83 years ago. A few years after her arrival here she was married to Wm. Hammel 
who preceded her in death by many years. The deceased was for fifty years a 
devoted member of St. John's Church and the funeral services will be held there 
at 1:30 Saturday. The remains were brought here today to the home of Wm. Hammel, 
a nephew. Mrs. Hammel is survived by one brother and one sister who reside in 
Germany besides her half brother, Christian Boedeker.
The Reporter, Fri., Apr. 7, 1916
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COURTS OF 2 COUNTIES IN CLASH OVER ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATE 
OF FORMER TWO RIVERS WOMAN
Probate courts of Manitowoc and Milwaukee counties will clash over 
the probation of the estate of the late Mrs. Dorothy Hammel, a former 
Two Rivers woman who died at Milwaukee on April 6, petitions for 
probation of the estate having been filed in both courts. Two wills 
have also been filed, one in each court and a question of jurisdiction 
has been raised that may be carried to the supreme court for ruling.
Mrs. Hammel, who was adjudged an incompetent by the Manitowoc county 
court on March 28, upon petition of her brother, C.H. Boedecker, of 
Milwaukee, left an estate said to be worth $8,500. The woman was a 
patient at the hospital here prior to March 28 when adjudged incompetent, 
but later was taken to Milwaukee by her brother, who was appointed 
guardian. She died there on April 6.
A few days later a will with petition for administration was filed by 
Boedecker in Milwaukee courts and on April 11 Attorney F.W. Dicke of 
Two Rivers, filed a petition with a will in probate court here asking 
administration, being named in the will as executor. The petition in 
Milwaukee court was filed first, however, which raises an issue on 
jurisdiction.
The will filed at Milwaukee is dated in 1905 while that filed in the 
local court is dated in 1910 which recognizes the will here as the 
last testament of the decedent.
Mrs. Hammel, who was a widow, had not gained a residence in Milwaukee 
county which fact may have a bearing on the issue raised.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, May 9, 1916 P.1
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OLD TIMERS
Aged persons without near relatives are sometimes found living all alone in their 
own apartments, doing their own cooking, their own housekeeping. Not that they are 
necessarily forced to do this but being possessed of an independent spirit, they 
choose to do so as long as they are able. Such a woman is Mrs. Dorothea Hammel who 
just celebrated the 80th anniversary of her birthday last Saturday.
The Reporter tapped at the door of her apartments and found her at work preserving 
peaches. Always finds work to do, she says, and likes to work and wants to work at 
something as long as she can. Eight or nine ladies came over to help celebrate the 
anniversary of her birthday. Among those present were Mesdames Roemeue, Zimmerman, 
Kirst, Griep, Saubert, Werth and Kahrs.
Fifty-nine years ago, together with a number of other girls and boys, she came over 
to America accompanying Messrs. Christian and Wm Johannes who had gone back from Two 
Rivers to get their parents from Bremerhaven, Germany. Her maiden name was Bedeker. 
A few years after arriving here she was married to Wm Hammel, a brother to Ernst 
Hammel.
They conducted a meat market until her husband was killed one night when returning 
from the country where he had gone to buy cattle. He was thrown from his wagon when 
his horse became frightened. Wages were low at that time and interest on loans was 
high. Hired girls received $1 per week. Interest on the loan which her husband had 
made for business purposes was 12 per cent. For fifty years since the beginning of 
the church at Two Rivers, Mrs. Hammel has been a member of St. John's Lutheran 
congregation. At first they held their meetings in a small frame building on the 
present site of the Lutheran parsonage.
Mrs. Hammel says that the half dozen young men and women who left behind them friends, 
parents and fatherland so long ago, have all passed away now except herself and 
although she is still feeling pretty well in her old age, she is weary and ready to 
answer the summons when it comes.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 11, 1913
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IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT.
In the matter of the guardianship of the minor heir of William Hammel, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Dorothea Hammel, guardian of said minor, representing 
among other thing (sic), that she, the said ward, is seized of certain real estate in Manitowoc 
county, and that it is necessary that all of the same should be sold, and praying for license to 
sell the same; and it appearing to the court, from said petition that it is necessary to sell said 
real estate; it is ordered and directed that the next of kin to said ward, and all persons 
interested in said estate, appear before me, on Monday, the 20th day of Aug., A.D. 1877, at 
ten o'clock a.m. at the probate office in said county, then and there to show cause (if any there be) 
why license should not be granted for the sale of said real estate according to the prayer of 
said petition.
And it is further ordered, that a copy of this order shall be published for four successive 
weeks prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper printed 
at Manitowoc in said County.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 18th day of July, A.D. 1877.
T.G. Olmsted, county Judge.  
Manitowoc Pilot, August 9, 1877 P. 2


ERNEST HAMMEL    (d. 1919)

Notes from Two Rivers:
Ernst Hammel, a pioneer resident of this city died on Wednesday. 
Deceased was 84 years of age. He came to Two Rivers in 1852 with 
his parents and has since resided here. He learned the butcher's 
trade in his father's market and for many years conducted a meat 
market. For a number of years he was engaged in the fishing business 
and operated a steam tug and large outfit of nets. He is survived 
by a son, William, manager of the Two Rivers Delivery Company and 
two daughters, Mrs. William Kahlenberg and Mrs. Frank Kaufman.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 18, 1919
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WELL KNOWN OLD RESIDENT IS GONE
Ernst Hammel, Aged Eighty-Four Passed Away at His Home on Wednesday
Arrived Here in 1852
Served as Alderman and City Treasurer; Identified with Fishing Industry
After being confined to his home for several weeks with illness and weakness 
incident to old age, Ernst Hammel, one of the oldest residents and earliest 
settlers in Two Rivers passed away Wednesday at the age of eighty-four at the 
home of his son, William. (photo)
Decedent came to Two Rivers in 1852 with his parents when a lad of 17. He has 
resided here ever since. He early learned the butcher business at his father's 
meat market and succeeded his father in the business. He later engaged in fishing, 
operating three tugs, the Commodore Nut, Carrie Currens and Julia Hammel. Selling 
out his fishing interests to Luebke Bros., he again conducted a meat market, 
finally retiring from business in 1908.
He held offices of trust and honor in the city serving three years as city 
treasurer and later as alderman. He was also chief of the city Fire Department 
for a tie. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at two o'clock under 
auspices of the Masonic order of which he was long a member. Services will be 
held at the lodge room. Mr. Hammel leaves a son, William, manager of the Two 
Rivers Delivery Co., and two daughters, Mrs. Frank Kaufman and Mrs. William 
Kahlenberg, besides a number of grandchildren.
The Reporter, Thurs., Dec. 11, 1919
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Old Timers
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.
ERNST HAMMEL (sic)
Few of the "Old Timers" who settled here from the old country came over with 
their parents. Ernst Hammel came to America from Germany with his parents and 
four other children. Ernst was the youngest being 13 years of age. He says there 
were 164 Germans and 800 Irishmen on the ship in which they came and it required 
five weeks and four days to make the journey.
His father was anxious that the boys should have the advantage of the better 
opportunities offered by the land of promise across the seas and desired that 
the boys should embark on the journey alone, but they refused to leave their 
parents behind them and so the father and mother came along. They reached here 
in August, 1852.
After a year or two, Mr. Hammel's father engaged in the butcher business. He had 
learned the trade from his father who likewise had fallen heir to it from his 
father. As Ernst also learned the trade and his son, William, is now conducting 
the same business and has sons who have acquired the trade; there are six 
generations of butchers in the Hammel family.
Ernst worked in the fishing business a few years before he helped his father 
conduct the meat market. There were two other butchers in town, namely, Henry 
Nienstedt and Albert Kahlenberg when the Hammels began.
Oxen furnished much of the meat in the early days. Oxen were used without exception 
in the lumbering operations. Mr. Hammel can remember of only one horse that could 
be hired in town and that was owned by Philip Kurtz. Horses were scarce. 
After his father's death, Mr. Hammel conducted the meat market alone and later 
engaged also in the fishing business. He operated three fish tugs, the Commodore 
Nut, The Carrie Currens and the Julia Hammel. About 10 years ago he sold out his 
fishing business to Luebke Bros.
He continued to conduct his meat market a few years and about five years ago retired 
from active life disposing of the business to his son, William. Mrs. Hammel, his 
wife, died at the age of seventy-five. He is in excellent health and is a large and 
powerful looking man. He has a "double" living on a farm 20 miles north of here by 
the name of August Messman. He and Mr. Hammel are close friends. Mr. Messman looks 
much like Mr. Hammel being also of large stature and is nearly the same age. For the 
past month, Messman has been very ill. Mr. Hammel went up to take care of him and 
nursed his "double" through the worst of his illness for over two weeks. He arrived 
home a week ago.
Two Rivers Reporter, Sat., July 12, 1913 


ERNST HAMMEL    (d. 1904)

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 25 Jan.) 
42-yr. old Ernst Hammel, Jr., died Sat. night. He was born 
and raised here and operated a retail store for many years. 
The single man leaves his widowed mother. 5 sisters preceded 
him in death. His father, who established the first meat 
market here, died 3 yrs. ago. From what we have heard, his 
mother will sell the property and go to live with her brother 
in Milwaukee.
Der Nord Westen, 28 Jan. 1904 
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E. HAMMEL JR. PASSES AWAY
Last Sunday morning, Ernst Hammel Jr., died at his home on Main Street after a 
very brief illness and his death was the cause of great surprise among his many 
friends when they heard the sad news thereof. He was a cripple all his life, 
having suffered an injury to his spine in his infancy and his health was never 
good, but he was so careful of it that he was most always able to be about and 
attend to his little store. He was 41 years of age and the only child of his 
widowed mother, whose sorrow over his death is distressingly deep and awakens 
the sympathies of all who knew him. The funeral will  -(rest cut off)
The Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 26, 1904
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Ernst Henry Hammel
birth: 2 September 1862 Two Rivers, Wis.
death: 26 January 1904 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1904 Two Rivers
father: William Hammel
mother: Dorothy B.
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


GEORGE HAMMEL

The Chronicle furnished the following item:  Geo. Hammel, father of Ernst Hammel 
of this city, died yesterday morning. Mr. Hammel was one of the oldest residents 
of this city and his death resulted from disease peculiar to old age.
Manitowoc Tribune - Thurs., Apr. 11, 1878


JULIA C. HAMMEL

Julia C. Hammel, 75, of 920 E. Mason St., Milwaukee, retired teacher 
and a member of a pioneer Two Rivers family, died Thursday in her 
apartment. She had been in failing health a year.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery.
Miss Hammel was born at Two Rivers Jan. 2, 1893, daughter of the late 
William and Catherine Niquette Hammel.
She attended St. Luke Parochial School and was graduated from Two Rivers 
High School and Milwaukee Normal School. She taught at Park Street School, 
Manitowoc, for two years and later taught penmanship in the St. Paul, Minn. 
school system
She returend to Milwaukee for additional degrees at Marquette University 
and for nine years taught at Milwaukee Washington High School. For 35 years 
until her retirement 10 years ago, she was a teacher at Milwaukee Riverside 
High School.
Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Aubrey C. (Genevieve) Stewart of Milwaukee 
and Mrs. Catherine Beckstrom, of Fish Creek. Four brothers, Bert, George, 
Roy, and Mark Hammel preceded her in death.
Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Philip J. Weiss Inc., Funeral 
Home, 1901 N. Farwell Ave., Milwaukee. The casket will be brought to Two 
Rivers Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 12, 1968 P.3


MARK H. HAMMEL

Funeral services for Mark Hammel, 69, of Los Angeles, Calif., former Two Rivers 
resident, who died Tuesday morning in that city, will be at 8:30 a.m. Friday at 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. H.J. Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Hammel was born at Two Rivers in 1891, son of the late William and Catherine 
Niquette Hammel. He attended St. Luke Parochial School at Two Rivers and was 
graduated from Two Rivers High School.
After World War I in which he served and was wounded at Chateau Thierry, France, 
he left a musical career for the sales field at Chicago with which he was 
identified for many years. He retired and moved to the west coast 10 years ago.
Surviving are four sisters, Miss Julia of Milwaukee, Mrs. A.C. (Genevieve) Stewart 
of Harrison, Ark., Mrs. William Beckstrom of Suster and Marion of Chicago and a 
brother, Roy of St. Paul, Minn.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 7 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 6, 1960 P. 11
(Note: Newspaper had the wrong cemetery named, as his tombstone is here)
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Mark Hammel of Two Rivers, who returned this week from overseas 
service, reports that while his transport was on its way across 
it rammed and sank a submarine which had attacked his boat. Mr. 
Hammel was injured in the fighting but has recovered.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, February 21, 1919 Page 3
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[Mark Harold Hammel]
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WOUNDED IN ACTION
Mr. and Mrs. William Hammel received a telegram from the military authorities 
Tuesday notifying them that their son, Mark, has been wounded in action. Mark 
was enlisted with Chicago men in the 4th Division, 59th Infantry, Company M. The 
telegram gave no details as to the degree of injury sustained and the parents and 
his many friends here are anxiously awaiting further particulars. Corp. Hammel 
was engaged in the profession of opera singer in which he had attained great 
excellence before being drafted into the service.
LATER - Corporal Hammel's parents received a letter from him dated July 19th which 
was the day after he was wounded and he states his injuries are not serious but he 
will be in the hospital some time.
The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 8, 1918
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Corporal Mark Hammel, now in a base hospital far behind the firing lines in France 
says he is fast recovering from his wound, which was quite serious. The bullet 
entered the fleshy part of his arm and then his chest, narrowly missing the vital 
spot. Interesting news in Corporal Hammel's letter to his parents describes the 
beautiful surroundings at the hospital. All, except the doctors and nurses, who are 
there are soldiers convalescing from wounds but the scenery is grand and band 
concerts and good food are plentiful. Corporal Hammel was happier than words can 
tell to meet Dr. Gates at the Paris hospital where he was at first and the two had 
a very pleasant conversation.
The Reporter, Thurs., Sept. 12, 1918


MARY HAMMEL

DIED
Hammel - At her home in this city on Wednesday, May 1, 1892, Maria Magdalena, 
wife of W. Hammel Sr., at the age of 54 years and 2 months.  
Deceased was born in Holstein, Germany on March 17, 1838, her maiden name being 
Maria Magdalena Eggers.  In the year 1848 when in the tenth year of her age, she 
came to this country with her parents, who made Two Rivers their home and whose 
remains for many years have rested in the public cemetery and where she now rests 
in eternal repose, free from pain and suffering.  Her sickness was of long duration and 
was of a painful and wasting character, which duly the grave could relieve; but she 
bore her sufferings patiently and lovingly watched over her beloved family until death 
came.  When a bright and winsome girl of nineteen summers, she was married to Mr. E. 
Hammel, who with a son and two daughters survive her and sorrow over the fate that 
has separated her from them.  She also leaves behind her four brothers, Mr. Fred Eggers 
of this city, Messrs. Gustavus and William Eggers of Wausau and Mr. John Eggers of 
Manitowoc.  Her funeral which took place last Saturday and was conducted by the Rev. 
Mr. Eilert of the Evangelical church, was a very large one.
The sermon of Rev. Mr. Eilert at the funeral of Mrs. E. Hammel spoken of as one of the 
most eloquent sermons ever listened to by the people of this place.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - May 17, 1892    
*****
Card of Thanks
The undersigned wish to extend their profound thanks to all those who so kindly 
assisted and sympathized with them in their deep sorrow and bereavement.
E. Hammel Sr. and Family
Manitowoc County Chronicle - May 17, 1892
*****
Mrs. Maria Magdalena Hammel, born Eggers, died on May 11 in her 
home at Two Rivers, at the age of 54 years 2 months
Manitowoc Post, Thursday, May 19, 1892
(Note: This newspaper is written in German)


WILLIAM HENRY HAMMEL

William Hammel, 75, formerly operator of a meat market in Two Rivers, 
and more recently connected with the Cooperative Delivery company, 
died at his home in Two Rivers early this morning. He had been in ill 
health for the past three years.
Hammel was born in Sheboygan June 26, 1862, and came to Two Rivers with 
his parents when very young.
On Sept. 17, 1885 he married Miss Catherine Niquette, and she, with eight 
children and two sisters, survive. They are four daughters, Kathryn and 
Genevieve at home, Julia of Milwaukee, and Marion of Los Angeles, and 
four sons-Bert of Chicago; Mark of Chicago, Roy of St. Paul, Minn., and 
George of Hutchinson, Minn. Mrs. William R. Kahlenberg and Mrs. Frank 
Kaufman of this city, are sisters.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 1, 1937 P.11
(NOTE: His b. date in obit is different than on tombstone)
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Manager William Hammel of the Two Rivers Delivery Company was a victim 
of the slippery walks Sunday last. He fell and broke his hip, an injury 
which leaves him quite helpless and will confine him to bed a long time. 
William has always been very spry on his feet and was wont to trip the 
light fantastic toe at a dance as gracefully as any of the younger 
generation. Let's hope he will fully and speedily recover.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 3, 1921


HEINRICH HAMPKE

Death Tuesday in Two Rivers of Heinrich Hampke, one of the first settlers of 
that city where he has been a resident since 1847. Mr. Hampke was born 25 May 
1819 in Hildesheim, Hanover and emigrated to America in 1945. He was a veteran 
of the Civil War. Two daughters and one son survive him, but his wife passed 
away eight years ago. The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon from the 
Lutheran Church in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, June 2, 1898
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DIED-
Hempke - At his home in this city, May 31, 1898, Henry Hempke, aged 79 years. 
Deceased was one of the early settlers of Two Rivers, having settled here 51 
years ago. He was born in Hildesheim, Hanover on the 25th of May, 1819. In 
1845 he came to this country and for two years resided in Milwaukee and in 
1847 he came to this city to reside which place was his home until the time 
of his death. He served 3 years and 3 months in the 27th Regiment during the 
Civil War and was both a good soldier and a good citizen. He leaves two 
daughters and one son. His funeral took place from the Lutheran church last 
Friday and was attended by a large number of the old residents of this city 
and county.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, Fri., June 7, 1898
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Death Record, v. 6, #109
Henry Hempke, white, German male, a laborer
Born Grosau-Hesse, Germany, May 25, 1819
A widower of Two Rivers. Veteran.
Died May 31, 1898, at Two Rivers, Age 79 years, 6 days.
Cause: Decrepitude - failing for about 4 monts.
Burial: Public cemetry, Two Rivers, Wisc.
Undertaker: Frank Nilles
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Henry Hempke (sic)
birth: 25 May 1819 Grosyen Hearr, Germany
death: 31 May 1898 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1898 Two Rivers, Wis.
spouse: Magdalene
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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A petition for final settlement was filed in the estate of Henry Hempke 
and Theresa Bauman in Judge Anderson's court yesterday. K.G. Nyhagen was 
appointed administrator in the estate of John V. Erickson, and bonds 
required in the sum of $800.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, January 18, 1899 P. 4
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[Heinrich Hempke/bur. 06-02-1898/age 79 yrs.]
(Note: Hempke on records, Hampke on stone)


ALPHEUS P. HANES

Two Rivers Section:
DIES AT HOME HERE
Alpheus D. Haines, residing at 1011 Nineteenth street, passed away Saturday 
evening after a lingering illness of tuberculosis. He was 70 years of age and 
is survived by a widow and a large family of grown children most of whom are 
residing elsewhere. Two daughters live here. Burial will take place on Wednesday 
afternoon at 2 from the Beduhn and Goetz chapel.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, June 25, 1928 Page 9


ANGIE HANSEN

Mrs. Angie Hansen Hahn, 80, of 1415 W. Chambers St., Milwaukee, a former well 
known Two Rivers resident, died at 7 p.m. Thursday at St. Mary's Hospital, 
Milwaukee, where she was removed Monday night after being stricken with a heart 
attack earlier in the day Monday at her home.
Mrs. Hahn and her husband, Henry had just returned from a visit at Kewaunee 
where she attended a birthday party for her brother, Albert B. Leyse, 85, the 
past week. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Deja & Martin 
Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. W.T. Hosking, pastor of Grace Congregational 
Church, Kewaunee officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Hahn, nee Angie Leyse was born March 22, 1877 at Lansing, Iowa, daughter of 
the late John and Maren Johnson Leyse. When she was a child the family brought her 
to Two Rivers. She was married in July, 1895 to Charles Hansen at Two Rivers. He 
died in that city in 1929. For many years until 10 years ago, she was employed at 
Jensen's ready-to-wear store at Two Rivers. She moved to Kewaunee to make her 
home with a nephew and niece, Mr. and Mrs. Orlo Christensen and in late June this 
year was married at Milwaukee to Henry Hahn.
During her residence in Two Rivers, she was active in numerous societies of Grace 
Congregational Church and was also a member of the Order of Eastern Star in Two 
Rivers. Besides her husband, she leaves two brothers, Albert B. of Kewaunee and 
Norman of Pasadena, Calif., and a number of nieces and nephews. Friends may call 
at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, Sept. 13, 1957 page 15


ANNA HANSEN

Notes from Two Rivers:
Mrs. Anna Hansen, aged 50, died at her home in West Park Street last 
Saturday. She is survived by her husband and two children. The funeral 
was held Tuesday afternoon from the home, Rev. Koten officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 23, 1919
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After several years of illness, Mrs. Anna Hansen, aged fifty years, died at her 
home on West Park St., Saturday. Deceased, nee Anna Plantiko, was born in the 
Town of Cooperstown. She is survived by her husband, John Hansen, son, Chester 
and daughter, Marcella and five brothers and sisters. The funeral was Tuesday 
afternoon, Rev. Koten officiating.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 23, 1919


ANTON O. HANSEN

ANTON HANSEN DROPS DEAD AT HAMILTON PLANT 
Popular Orchestra Leader Is Victim of Stroke Today
TWO RIVERS, Oct. 3—Anton O. Hansen, leader of the Hansen orchestra and one of 
the best known men in the city, dropped dead at his work bench at the Hamilton 
Manufacturing company plant shortly before noon today, the end coming without 
any warning. Death was due to a stroke of paralysis. The body was removed to 
the undertaking parlor and funeral arrangements had not been completed at 2 
o’clock. They will be announced later.
Hansen arrived at work on time this morning and appeared to be in his usual 
spirit. Death came to him shortly before 12 o’clock and fellow workers who 
rushed to his side when he sank to the floor found him beyond human aid. The 
death came as a great shock to the family and to friends.
Born in Philadelphia December 3, 1875, Hansen remained in the East until twenty-
two years ago when he came to Two Rivers to make his home. A  year later he was 
married to Miss Margaret Bunker who with two daughters, Margaret and Laverne, 
both at home survives him. One brother, Hans, also of this city, and three 
sisters, Miss Augusta Hansen of Walla Walla, Wash., Miss Martha Hansen of Buffalo, 
New York and Mrs. L. J. Mead of Middleport, N.Y., also survive him.
In addition to being the leader of one of the city’s popular orchestras Mr. Hansen 
was a member of the E.F.U. and of the Moose.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 3, 1925  P. 16
*******
The funeral of Anton O. Hansen, who died suddenly Saturday will be held Tuesday 
afternoon at 1:30 at the home and at 2:00 at the Congregational church, Rev. T. A. 
Hawkes officiating. Burial will be at Pioneer’s Rest Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 5, 1925  P. 5

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Death came to Anton Hansen Saturday morning, a very unexpected visitor while he was at work at his regular duties trimming cabinets at the Hamilton plant. He was engaged in moving a cabinet in place when he fell. A physician was immediately summoned and although Miss Kate Nash, the nurse at the plant made efforts at restoration,, the doctor pronounced him dead upon examination.
Deceased had had attacks of heart trouble before but he appeared in normal health Saturday morning when he left his home for the last time to go to work. Mr. Hansen was born in Cora, Penn., Dec. 2, 1877. At the age of 10 years he moved with his parents to Pentwater, Mich., where he resided until 1903 when he came to this city which he has since made his home. In 1904 he was married to Miss Margaret Bunker, who with two daughters, Margaret and LaVern survives him.
Deceased also leaves one brother, Hans of this city and three sisters, Mrs. L.J. Mead of Middlesport, N.Y., Martha of Buffalo, N.Y., Augusta of Walla Walla, Washington. Mr. Hansen was a member of the Hamilton band. Formerly he was director of the Twin River band. His ability as a violinist and cornetist was well known. He was the leader of the well known Hasens orchestra and gave music lessons on various instruments. Besides being conspicuously and actively interested in music, Mr. Hansen was affiliated with the Loyal Order of Moose and the Equitable Fraternal Union. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the home with services at the Evangelical church, Rev. T.A. Hawkes officiating.
The Reporter - Fri., Oct. 9, 1925

CHARLES HANSEN

STRICKEN ON ANNIVERSARY OF WEDDING
Charles Hansen Passes Away Suddenly Sunday At Home; Burial on Tuesday
Stricken with a heart attack as he was about to arise early Sunday morning, 
Charles Hansen, 57, for fifteen years past with the Hamilton Manufacturing Co. 
and a native of Two Rivers passed away, and his death proved a shock to the 
citizens of Two Rivers by whom he was so well and favorably known. His death 
occurred on the anniversary of his wedding. The home is at 1611 Twenty-fifth 
street. The funeral of Mr. Hansen will be held Tuesday afternoon at two 
o'clock from the Grace congregational church with Rev. Ristad of Manitowoc 
officiating. Masonic services will be conducted at the grave in the Pioneer's 
Rest cemetery.
The deceased was born in Two Rivers in 1872 and was married July 14, 1897 to 
Miss Angie Leyse of Two Rivers, who survives him.
Returns To Two Rivers
He always made this city his home except for an eight year period. He was with 
a woodworking firm at Grand Rapids, Michigan and later was with the Kewaunee 
Manufacturing Co, at Kewaunee and also operated the Kuke House there. Mr. and 
Mrs. Hansen returned to Two Rivers fifteen years ago. The deceased was a foreman 
for years at the Hamilton plant and for the past several months has been a member 
of the office force.
The deceased was a member of the Masonic order of the Grace congregational church 
and of the Men's Brotherhood of that church. Besides the widow, a sister, Mrs. 
Annie Jacobson of Manitowoc and two brothers, Henry of Los Angeles and John, whose 
present address is unknown, also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, July 15, 1929 P.11
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[bur. 07-16-1929] 


HANS C. HANSEN

Hansen C. Hansen (photo), __, of 2023 Lincoln St., Two Rivers, one of the 
county’s most widely known musicians who played with bands and orchestras with 
his bass horn for more than a half century in this area, died unexpectedly at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Wednesday afternoon after being stricken at his 
home only a few hours earlier.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Grace Congregational Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard J. Wichlei officiating. Interment will be in 
Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Hansen was born on April 23?, 1875 at Cory, Pa., a son of the late Hans 
and Christina Hansen. When he was a boy the family brought him to Pentwater, 
Mich., where at the age of 15 he began playing with instrumental music 
organization. On April 14, 1900, he married Jesse Derby of Pentwater, Mich., 
at Grand Rapids. Two years later they came to Two Rivers where Mr. Hansen took 
employment with the Hamilton Mfg. Co., where through the years until his 
retirement in June of 1963 he was a skilled craftsman in the firm’s cutting 
department of the wood plant.
Since his residence in Two Rivers he became actively affiliated with bands and 
dance orchestras. He played with the old Twin River Band at the turn of the 
Century and was a charter member of the Hamilton Band, joining the organization 
some 33 years ago. Among the orchestras with which he played was the old Gloe-
Naidl, Hansen’s, which was headed by his late brother, Anthony Hansen, former 
Two Rivers music teacher, Fritz Gesell’s and in recent years, Marvin Brouchoud’s 
orchestra of Manitowoc, retiring only three years ago. 
One of the earliest members of the Musician’s Union of Manitowoc, Mr. Hansen 
was a member of the Hamilton 30-year Club, the firm’s Goodfellowship Club, 
Golden Age Club and of Grace Congregational Church.
Besides his wife he leaves five daughters, Mrs. Axel Jensen of Wellington, 
British Columbia, Canada; Mrs. Joseph Spoerl and Mrs. Casimir Graczykowski of 
Manitowoc, Mrs. Erwin Magilsky of Racine, and Mrs. Ralph Klinkenberg of Two 
Rivers; four sons, Hans Jr., and Donald of Manitowoc and Roger and Albert of 
Two Rivers; three sisters, Miss Augusta Hansen of Walla Walla, Wash., and Miss 
Martha Hansen and Mrs. L. J. Mead of Middleport, N.Y.; 25 grandchildren and 
five great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
7 p.m. Saturday until 1 a.m. Monday when the casket will be removed to the 
church where the body will lie in state until the time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 9, 1956  P. 23


HARRIET HANSEN

Mrs. Henrietta (Harriet) Hansen, 65, of 2602 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, died Friday, 
August 20, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday 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. Hansen was born July 20, 1917, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Archie and 
Elsie Gauthier Gloe.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, William and Jacquelyn Buchholz of 
Milwaukee; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Edgar and Ruth Gloe of Rockford, Ill. 
and Archie and Johanna Gloe of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Mildred Wergin of Crivitz, 
Wis., and Mrs. Ervin (Jean) Weinicke of Manitowoc; four grandchildren, Rick, Randy, 
Brian and Billy; several great aunts and uncles, relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 6 p.m. Monday, 
Memorial service 7 p.m. Monday.
Herald Times Reporter, August 22, 1982 P. 3
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[Henrietta Hansen/bur. 08-24-1982/age 65 yrs.] 
(20 Jul 1917/Aug 1982/SSDI)


HENRY HANSEN JR.    (d. 1951)

Henry Hansen Dies Suddenly at Two Rivers 
Henry Hansen, 69, widely known retired Two Rivers business man whose downtown 
Two Rivers tavern with its art glass front was a showplace along the lake shore 
prior to World War I, died suddenly in his sleep in his apartment in the Hansen 
block at 1606 Washington street, Two Rivers, Saturday night.
Earlier in the evening Mr. Hansen complained of feeling ill and retired to his 
bedroom. His wife later noting his condition, summoned a physician, but efforts 
to revive him failed. Although not in the best of health in recent weeks, he was 
up and about and had planned a trip to Milwaukee with Mrs. Hansen early this 
week.
Funeral services will be held at the Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two 
Rivers, at 2 o’clock Wednesday afternoon, the Rev. M. J. Roehrdanz, pastor of 
Emanuel Evangelical United Brethren church, officiating. Interment will be in 
Pioneers’ Rest cemetery, Two Rivers. The body may be viewed at the funeral home 
from 7 o’clock Monday night until the time of services. 
Born in Two Rivers 
Henry Hansen was born in Two Rivers, a son of the late Henry and Sophie Schmidt 
Hansen, who were among the early couples to immigrate to Two Rivers from Germany. 
His father, a cabinet maker by trade, worked at the old Mann Brothers pail factory 
until the late eighties when he acquired a Two Rivers landmark on Washington street 
from the late Bernard Richter. The building was rebuilt in 1900 to a two story 
structure where the senior Henry Hansen established a tavern.
Henry Hansen took over the operation of the tavern from his father in 1905 after 
working for a year at the old Aluminum Manufacturing company, predecessor to the 
Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company. Seven years later in 1912 Mr. Hansen 
remodeled the tavern, elegantly furnishing it with plush leather upholstered 
quarter sawed oak booths, designed by the late Hans Meyer of the Nelson Lumber 
company. Its front was rebuilt in art glass manufactured by the old Tremmel Art 
Glass Works of Two Rivers, making the business place one of the most attractive 
in this area.
Popular Spot For Years 
Prior to the first world war, the Diamond Café, as it was then named, was a 
favorite stopping place for salesmen and notables in the entertainment and 
political field. Mr. Hansen was a lifelong and active Democrat but never aspired 
for office.
In 1916 Mr. Hansen, in moving to Kewaunee to operate the old Kuke House, leased 
his tavern to Charles Hooper, later a Cincinnati engarvel (sic). He returned to 
resume operation of the place in 1919.
Came prohibition and Mr. Hansen removed the picturesque art glass front, which he 
had preserved in the basement of his business place, and remodeled the place into 
an ice cream parlor and restaurant. In 1926 Mr. Hansen sold the business place to 
Lyman J. Nash and the late Robert Mohr, moving to South Gate, Calif., where he 
operated a billiard parlor for six years. He returned to Two Rivers with Mrs. 
Hansen in 1933, repurchasing the establishment from Mr. Mohr, and reconverted the 
Diamond into a tavern and restaurant. Three years ago he retired, leasing the 
enterprise to the present operator, Augusta Nauman.
Billiard Player 
Mr. Hansen’s favorite diversion was pocket billiards and three cushion billiards 
and was considered one of the outstanding players in this area since his youth. 
During the early operation of his tavern Mr. Hansen took on the agency for the 
old R.C.H. Automobile and prided himself with having the first car with electric 
headlights in Two Rivers.
For nearly 30 years Mr. Hansen had been a member of the Two Rivers lodge of Elks 
No. 1380. 
Surviving are his widow, the former Augusta Schultz, whom he married in 1904, and 
two nieces, Mrs. Olga Klusmeyer of Manitowoc and Mrs. Marcella Kirsch of Milwaukee, 
and a nephew, Chester Hansen of Detroit, Mich. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 5, 1951  P. 2
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[bur. 02-07-1951/age 69 yrs.]


HENRY HANSEN SR.  (d. 1918)

EX TREASURER OF TWO RIVERS PASSES AWAY
Henry Hansen, Sr., a Pioneer, Served on Co. Board For Years
Former City Treasurer Henry Hansen of Two Rivers, pioneer resident 
of that city and founder of the Diamond buffet there, died at his 
home in Two Rivers Monday night at advanced age. Burial will be held 
tomorrow. 
Mr. Hansen served eight or nine years as a member of the county board, 
representing the Second and Fourth wards of his home city. He was well 
known in this city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, April 24, 1918, Page 8
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The funeral of the late Henry Hansen, of Two Rivers, was held under 
auspices of the Odd Fellows lodge in that city this afternoon, Mr. 
Hansen having been a member of the organization of Odd Fellows for 
nearly fifty years. 
Mr. Hansen was a native of Germany and came to America in 1866 locating 
at Kiel, later locating at Two Rivers. Three sons and one daughter 
survive.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, April 25, 1918, Page 5
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Notes from Two Rivers:
Henry Hansen, Sr., aged 76, died at his home in this city on April 22nd after 
a short illness. He was born in Germany and came to this country forty-five 
years ago and after residing a short time in Kiel, this county, he came to this 
city. From 1881 to 1907 he was engaged in the saloon business. Since 1907 when 
he sold this business to his son, Henry, he has lived a retired life. He is 
survived by his wife, three sons, John of Detroit, Charles of this city and 
Henry of Kewaunee and one daughter, Mrs. Annie Jacobson of this city. He was a 
city treasurer for several terms and also served on the county board for a number 
of years.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 2, 1918
**********
Henry Hansen died Monday after a short illness. Deceased has been a resident of 
Manitowoc County for forty-six years and was long engaged as the proprietor of 
a saloon but since 1907 has lived retired. His birth occurred in Germany on the 
14th of August, 1842. In 1867, lured by the many favorable reports which he had 
heard concerning the opportunities and advantages of the new world, he crossed 
the Atlantic to the United States, settling in Kiel, Wis., where he secured 
employment as a carpenter. He worked at carpentering until 1881 when an injury 
to his hand compelled him to abandon the trade and he embarked in the saloon 
business here continuing therein until 1907 when he sold out to his son and 
retired.
In 1867 Mr. Hansen was united in marriage to Sophia Smith, who passed away in 
1900. He again married and is survived by his widow and the following sons and 
daughters, John of Detroit, Mich., Mrs. Annie Jacobson and Charles of this city 
and Henry of Kewaunee. He was a member of the city council for one term, acted 
as deputy sheriff for a number of years and served as city treasurer at different 
times. For five years he also held the office of supervisor. Fraternally he was 
identified with the Odd Fellows. The funeral was held this afternoon and was in 
charge of the Odd Fellow Lodge.
The Reporter, Thurs. Apr. 25, 1918


JESSIE L. HANSEN

Mrs. Hans Hansen of 2023 Lincoln St., Two Rivers, where she had been a resident 
for 56 years, died early Friday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where 
she had been a patient eight days. She had been in failing health for more than 
a year.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Grace Congregational Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. M. J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers’ Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Hansen, nee Jessie Derby, was born April 4, 1883, at Wear, Mich., daughter 
of the late William and Alzina Atkins Derby. When she was a child the family 
brought her to nearby Pentwater, Mich. She was married to Hans Hansen of Pentwater 
at Grand Rapids, Mich., April 14, 1900, moving to Two Rivers in 1902. The couple 
observed its golden wedding anniversary in Two Rivers in 1950. Her husband, an 
early member of the Hamilton Band in Two Rivers, died in 1956.
For many years Mrs. Hansen was active in affairs of Grace Congregational Church 
and as affiliated with the church’s Ladies Aid Society, Fellowship, Thimble and 
Lois Circles. She was also a member of the Golden Age Club, one of the organizers 
of the Lucie Conant study Club, and a member of the Auxiliary of the Eleven Gold 
Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars, of Two Rivers. 
Surviving Mrs. Hansen are five daughters, Mrs. Axel Jensen of Wellington, British 
Columbia, Canada; Mrs. Joseph Spoerl and Mrs. Casimir Graczykowski of Manitowoc; 
Mrs. Erwin Magilsky of Racine and Mrs. Ralph Klinkenberg of Two Rivers; four sons, 
Hans Jr., and Donald of Manitowoc and Roger and Albert of Two Rivers; two sisters, 
Mrs. Clyde Brown of Clio, Mich., Mrs. Leroy Morehouse of Hart, Mich.; a brother, 
George Derby of Muskegon, Mich.; 27 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 7 p.m. 
Saturday until 11 a.m. Monday when the casket will be taken to the church until 
the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 21, 1958  P.19 


MARGARET HANSEN

Mrs. Margaret Hansen, 86, formerly of 909-18th St., Two Rivers, a member of 
one of the earliest families to settle on the city’s east side and widow of 
Anton O. (Tony) Hansen, Two Rivers, died early Saturday morning at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital. She earlier had been a patient for several weeks in the 
hospital’s Extended Care Unit.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church the Rev. Earl 
Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Hansen, nee Margaret Bunker, was born in Two Rivers Feb. 21, 1881, a 
daughter of the late Moses and Margaret Simono Bunker, pioneer residents of 
an area largely of French-Canadian extraction in Two Rivers. She was the last 
of the Bunker family. She attended Two Rivers schools and Nov. 22, 1903, she 
was married to Anton O. Hansen, a native of Michigan, at Two Rivers. Her husband 
was among the early directors of city bands at Two Rivers and retired shortly 
after the Hamilton Band was organized. He also conducted Hansen’s dance and the 
theater orchestra and taught violin and cornet for several years. He preceded 
her in death in 1926.
Mrs. Hansen was a charter member of St. Luke Altar Society as well as the Two 
Rivers Golden Age Club.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Kermit (Margaret) Bateman of Two Rivers and 
Mrs. Mark (La Verne) Brouchoud of Mishicot; four grandchildren, Mrs. W. D. 
Kuether of Manitowoc, Mrs. John Collins Jr., of Skokie, Ill., Miss Mary Lee 
Brouchoud of Mishicot and William Bateman of Two Rivers and three great grand-
children. A son, Richard, preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7:45 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 25, 1967  P.3
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(21 Feb 1881/Mar 1967/SSDI)


SOPHIA HANSEN

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 22 Jan.)
Also, Sat. afternoon the burial took place here of Mrs. Heinrich Hansen 
from the Lutheran Church. The deceased was born 1845 in Schleswig-Holstein 
and was married to Mr. Hansen for over 30 years. There were 3 sons and one 
daughter. The church was filled with mourners and Pastor Doehler delivered 
an excellent funeral oration.
Der Nord Westen, 25 Jan. 1900
*******
DIED
Hansen - At her home in this city, Tuesday, Jan. 17, 1900, Sophia, wife of 
Henry Hansen, at the age of 54 years and 2 months. Deceased was born in Holstein, 
Germany, Nov. 12, 1845, her maiden name being Sophia Schmidt. She came to this 
country in 1867 and the same year was married to Henry Hansen at Chilton. For a 
time after her marriage she and her husband lived at Kiel and also at Chilton and 
in 1871 they came to this city where they have since resided. She bore her husband 
three sons, John, Carl and Henry and one daughter, Mrs. Louis Jacobson, all of whom 
are living and reside in this city. The funeral which was a very large one, took 
place from St. John's Lutheran Church on Saturday afternoon.
The Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 23, 1900
*******
Sophia Schmidt Hansen
birth: 12 November 1845 Germany
death: 16 January 1900 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1900 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: Carl Schmidt
mother: Elizabeth
spouse: Henry Hansen
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
(Note: She was moved from the 8-16 location to the 1-209 location. The
Oct. 14, 1920 is the date she was reburied.)


HENRY HANSTEDT

HANSTED DEATH DUE TO ACCIDENT NO BLAME FOUND
The coroner's jury called to investigate the death of Henry Hansted(sic) 
who was killed at Two Rivers a week ago Saturday night, found that the man 
came to his death by an accident in which no one was to blame.
District Attorney C.E. Brady called ten witnesses at the inquest today and
although an eye witness of the tragedy was among the number he said that he
could  not say whether the aged man had been struck by the automobile when it
swerved. The testimony of the doctors and of the undertaker was that no
bruises or contusions had been found on the body of the dead man, only the
marks bein a few scratches on the face which might have come when he fell on
the frozen ground.
Hansted and his wife were on their way home from a visit to a neighbor at the
time of the accident. They were walking in the road and probably became
confused at the approach of an automobile driven by Victor Tomek. Tomek tried
to stop his car but it skidded and when the machine was stopped. Mr. Hansted
was found on the ground in an unconscious condition. He was removed to his
home where he died two hours later, death being due to shock, it is said.
Mrs. Hansted was bruised by being struck by the rear end of the car but her
injuries are not believed to be of a serious nature despite her advanced
years. The inquest gives Tomek, who is said to be a very careful driver, a
clear record.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 13, 1922  p.1
********
Notes from Two Rivers:
Henry Hanstedt, aged 77, was struck by an auto Saturday night while he and his 
wife were returning home from a visit at a neighbors. Because of the icy sidewalk 
the couple took the street. The auto was driven by Victor Tomek. Mr. Hanstedt 
died two hours after the accident. He is survived by his wife and seven children. 
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 9, 1922
********
ANOTHER AUTO ACCIDENT SATURDAY
A most lamentable accident occurred last Saturday night when an automobile party 
of well known young men was taking a spin before returning home after leaving the 
Knights of Columbus club rooms. The accident resulted in the death of Henry Hansted 
and injury and shock to Mrs. Hansted who has now recovered. 
Mr. Hansted died two hours after the accident which happened near the city cemetery. 
With his wife, he had been visiting friends and they were returning to their home 
which is near the cemetery about 10 o'clock and because of the icy condition of the 
walk, had stepped into the roadway. When an automobile driven by Victor Tomek, well 
known young businessman here and occupied by Tomek and four friends approached from 
the rear, Mr. and Mrs. Hansted seemed not to have heard the first warning given by 
the machine and when a second warning was sounded, became confused, it is believed 
according to Mr. Tomek's statement the two aged pedestrians started for the side of 
the road, the huddled together in the center of the highway and then separated, Mr. 
Hansted hurrying to one side and his wife to the other. Mr. Tomek said that he 
applied the brakes to the machine and that the rear of the car skidded slightly and 
it is believed the rear end struck Mr. Hansted.
Mr. Hansted fell to the roadway and the Tomek party, which included Tomek, Oliver 
Pilon, Edward Schmidt, August Dean and Peter Beitzel, immediately went to the 
assistance of the aged man and carried him to his home which was but a short distance 
away, also assisting Mrs. Hansted. Physicians who were summoned found no marks on the 
body of Mr. Hansted, who, however, appeared to be suffering from the shock. Mrs. 
Hansted is prostrated by the death of her husband.
Mr. Hansted was 72 years of age and a long time resident of this city. For some time 
he had been partially incapacitated and unable to work but he had not been an invalid. 
It is the belief of physicians that Mr. Hansted's death was due primarily to the shock 
of the accident.
Mr. Tomek says that when he applied the brakes the car skidded on the icy roadway and 
it is possible that Mr. Hansted was struck by the rear of the machine although the 
absence of marks or bruises on the body favors the theory that death was caused by the 
shock of the fall to the roadway. Mr. Tomek is an experienced driver and careful and 
his statement of the accident is corroborated by his companions. District Attorney 
Brady ordered an inquest at the request of Mr. Tomek who is desirous of having an 
official and accurate statement of facts in the case. The jury will probably convene 
Monday. The members of the coroner's jury are Henry Wilke, W.C. Boehringer, Frank 
Kaufman, Peter Schroeder, Wm Kahlenberg, William H. Ellis.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 9, 1922


IDA HANSTEDT

TRAGIC DEATH OF HUSBAND IS FATAL TO WIFE
Mrs. Ida Hanstadt(sic), widow of the late Henry Hanstadt, who died of injuries 
sustained in an auto accident last February, died this morning at 1:30 o'clock 
at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Erwin Weber at Two Rivers, with whom she has 
been making her home for the last two months. Death is said to have been 
hastened by shock at the time of the accident and the death of the husband.
Mrs. Hanstadt was born in this country and would have celebrated her sixty-
sixth anniversary next week, had she lived. The family has made its home at 
Two Rivers for many years. She is survived by two sons, Bernard and Walter, 
both of Two Rivers and five daughters, Mrs. Kurth Kasten and Mrs. Erwin Weber, 
Two Rivers; Mrs. M. Pierce, Hutchinson, Kans.; Anna of Rockford and one 
daughter whose whereabouts are unknown to the family.
The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon from the Weber home at Two Rivers 
with services at the German Lutheran church, the Rev. Haase officiating. Burial 
will be at the Two Rivers city cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, August 10, 1922 P.1


ADA HARDING

Mrs. Ada Harding, 87, formerly of 1622 Adams St., Two Rivers, died late Sunday 
evening at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two River, where she had resided the past 
six years.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Grace Congregational Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. David Hansen will officiate with burial in Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Harding, nee Ada Hindt, was born July 14, 1889, at Two Rivers, daughter of 
the late Charles and Henrietta Schwarz Hindt. She was educated at St. John School, 
Two Rivers. She was married to Freeman Harding in 1917, at Two Rivers. He preceded 
her in death. She was a member of Grace Congregational Church.
Survivors include a son, Victor, of Two Rivers; three daughters, Miss Edna Harding 
and Mrs. Felix (Leona) Moreau, of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Perry (Irene) Thompson of 
Lodi; five sisters, Mrs. Henrietta Voelker, of Wisconsin Rapids, Miss Laura Hindt, 
of Sheboygan, Mrs. Alvin (Viola) Wagner and Mrs. Alvin (Amanda) Wuellner, of Two 
Rivers and Mrs. Karl (Josephine) Stelzer, of Manitowoc and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 4 to 9 p.m. 
Tuesday, where a memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, November 8, 1976  P.3
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(14 Jul 1888/Nov 1976/SSDI)


BABY HARDING

A baby girl was born yesterday to Mr. and Mrs. Freeman Harding 
and died shortly after birth.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, March 9, 1925 P.2


DOROTHY HARDING

The death of their little daughter, Dorothy, brought sadness to the hearts of 
Mr. and Mrs. Freeman Harding who will miss her childish innocence and love 
being their only child, born to them on Christmas Day, 1917. The funeral was 
Saturday, Rev. Grey officiating.
The Reporter, Thurs., May 1, 1919


EDNA HARDING

Miss Edna Harding, 62, of 1622 Adams St., Two Rivers, died early Friday morning 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Grace Congregational Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Reed Forbush will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery.
Miss Harding was born June 14, 1919, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Freeman 
and Ada Hindt Harding. She attended Two Rivers Public School, Washington High 
School and Silver Lake College. Since 1956 Miss Harding had been children's 
librarian at Joseph Mann Library. She was a member of Order of Eastern Star and 
Grace Congregational Church.
Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law, Victor and Lorraine Harding of Two 
Rivers; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Leona and Felix Moreau of Two Rivers and 
Irene and Perry Thompson of Lodi, Wis.; nieces, nephews and a grandniece.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. 
Sunday. Eastern Star memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, May 29, 1981 P. 3


IVAN HARDING

Mr. and Mrs. Freeman Harding have the sympathy of many friends and neighbors in 
the death of their little son, Ivan, aged seventeen months. The little lad was a 
victim of pneumonia from which he suffered for two weeks. The funeral was held 
Sunday afternoon from the home on Twenty-Second Street.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 17, 1922


EDITH HARDTKE

Mrs. Edith Hardtke, 82, of 1523 22nd St., Two Rivers, died Monday afternoon at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Hardtke, nee Edith Laubenstein, was born May 3, 1891, at Algoma, daughter 
of the late Charles and Katherine Schiesser Laubenstein, and came to Two Rivers 
in 1914.
Survivors include a son, Merle, of Brookfield, Wis., a brother, Fred, and a sister, 
Mrs. George (Elvira) Gauthier, of Two Rivers, five grandchildren and a great 
grandchild.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home Inc., Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. 
Wednesday and after 11 a.m. Thursday at the church until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, March 19, 1974  P.12
********
Funeral card:
In Memory Of
MRS. EDITH HARDTKE
Born in Algoma, Wisconsin
May 3, 1891
Passed away in Two Rivers: Wisconsin
March 18, 1974
Services
1:30 P. M.
Thursday, March 21, 1974
St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Rev. Edward Stelter, Officiating
Place of Interment
Pioneers Rest Cemetery
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
KLEIN & STANGEL, INC
Two Rivers. Wisconsin
**********
(Born 3 May 1891/Died Mar 1974/SSDI)
**********
Arthur Hardtke, an employee of the Hamilton co., left for his home at Kewaunee. 
He was attacked with a case of grippe. Mr. Hardtke will spend the holidays at 
home. Starting the New Year right as he is to marry Miss Edith Laubenstein at 
Algoma January 1, 1913. Mr. and Mrs. Hardtke will reside on the Southside where 
a cozy home already awaits them. Mr. Hardtke is a young man of good principles 
and has a host of friends in this city who wish them ?. He is employed as ?? 
maker of Hamilton.
The Reporter, Dec. 28, 1912


CAROLINE HARTUNG (d. 1891)

DIED - Caroline Hartung of typhoid fever at the home of her 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hartung. Deceased was sixteen 
years of age and had been ailing for the past few  months.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - April 14, 1891    
*****
Miss Louisa Hartung, who has resided in Milwaukee for the 
past few years came to her home in this city last week to attend 
the funeral of her sister, Caroline.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - April 14, 1891 
*****
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 14 Apr.)  
Death of a 16 yr. old daughter of Ludwig Hartung. 
Burial was last Tues. in the Lutheran Church Cemetery. 
The father still has several other children lying ill.
Der Nord Westen, 16 Apr. 1891
*****
*Note: She was placed here because her parents are here.


CAROLINE (RADO) HARTUNG (d. 1933)

MRS. HARTUNG DIES AT HOME ON WEDNESDAY
Widow of Pioneer Florist of City Will Be Buried On Saturday At 2 P.M.
In failing health for the past three months, Mrs. Caroline Hartung, 71, a well 
known pioneer resident of Two Rivers, and widow of the late Louis Hartung, 
early florist and civic leader, died at her home on the Mishicot Road shortly 
before noon Wednesday.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from the home, 
conducted by the Eastern Stars of which Mrs. Hartung was a member for many years. 
The Rev. Thomas A. Hawkes will officiate. Interment will be in the family lot in 
Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The remains were taken to the home this afternoon from 
Beduhn and Goetz.
Mrs. Hartung, nee Caroline Rado, was born in Saxonburg, town of Mishicot, 
February 25, 1862, the daughter of the late Philip and Anna Barbara Rado. When 
she and Mr. Hartung were married in 1886, they established their home in Two 
Rivers. both worked indefatigably to build the business which bore Louis Hartung's 
name for so long a time.
Loved Outdoors
Mrs. Hartung loved the outdoors. Even in her last years she took an unflagging 
interest in health and nature--learning to swim, and making long walking trips 
into the country. Only six years ago she traveled for six months in Europe with 
her two daughters, for she was ever interested in learning of, and seeing a wider 
world.
Unstintingly, selflessly Mrs. Hartung devoted herself to those who are left to 
mourn her passing. She sacrificed her all to afford her children the studies she 
herself had been denied.
Her son, Norbert E. Hartung, former city engineer, and an official of the Gray-
Robinson Construction compnay, her daughters, Mata, long a teacher in the Manitowoc 
high school, who is now Mrs. Ben Crane of Chicago, and Letha, who recently came from 
Guatemala, Central America, where she had been teaching school, survive. Both 
daughters had come here to be with their mother.
Other close relatives are her (unreadable sentence) made his home with Mrs. Hartung 
for many years, a sister, Helen Rado, and one grandchild (private).
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 4, 1933 P. 11


CHRISTIAN HARTUNG

Christian Hartung died at Green Bay Saturday at the home of an uncle, Mr. Wm. 
Reichert with whom he had made his home for several months while endeavoring 
to regain his health. The cause of his death was tuberculosis. His mother, Mrs. 
Louis Hartung was with him for many weeks during the last stages of his illness. 
The body was brought to this city and the funeral occurred Tuesday from St. 
John's Lutheran church. Mr. Hartung was born in this city 33 years ago. He is 
survived by his mother, one sister, Mrs. Fred Schnoor and two brothers, Louis 
and Albert.
The Reporter, Sat., Sept. 19, 1914
**********
(1900 Two Rivers census:
Louis Hartung age 55 b.1845; Wilhimenia 49 had 13 children, 6 living; dau. Lula 30; 
Christ 17 b.1882; Herman 15; Herold 3)
**********
(Note: This is the only Two Rivers cemetery with this surname. He was buried
from the Lutheran church so that puts him in Pioneers rest with his parents.)


ERNA HARTUNG

Erna C W Hartung
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name: Erna C W Hartung
Gender: Female
Birth Date:	7 Apr 1893
Birth Place:	Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father: Henry Hartung
Mother: Maria Sehnhardt
FHL Film Number:	1305083
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
Erna Harting
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name: Erna Harting
Death Date:	1 Oct 1893
Death Place:	Kewaunee, Wisconsin, USA
Volume: 01
Page Number: 0172
Reel:	042
Image: 0152
Sequence Number:	147292
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Erna Harting
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Erna Harting
Color: White
Sex: Female
Father: Henry Harting
Mother: Mary Harting
Birthplace: Two Rivers, Wis.
Birth Date: 7 Apr 1893
Death Date:	1 Oct 1893
Death County: Kewaunee, Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Andmia
Burial Place: Public Cem Two Rivers, Wis
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


ERWIN HARTUNG

2 RIVERS MAN, WEDDED MONTH AGO, DIES HERE
Edwin Hartung, 27, Was Ill Short Time When Death Came
Erwin Hartung, aged 27, of Two Rivers, whose death occurred at the 
hospital here Sunday, was buried at Two Rivers yesterday. The young 
man was ill but a short time, having been at the hospital for three 
days. 
Decedent was a son of Mrs. John Wilsman and was married only a month 
ago to Miss Theresa Rabitz, of Two Rivers. He had been employed as 
mate on a light ship at Sturgeon Bay.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, February 14, 1917, Page 8
********
Typhoid pneumonia claimed Irving Hartung Sunday when he died at Holy Family 
Hospital Manitowoc. Deceased was born in this city in 1891. for the past few 
years he has been employed on the lakes but only last month was united in 
marriage to Miss Theresa Rebitz of this city. Besides his widow, his mother, 
Mrs. Linda Wilsman, two sisters, Linda and Leila and one brother, Chester 
survive him. The remains were brought to this city Sunday and rested at the 
home of his mother. The funeral was from St. John's Lutheran church Sunday.
The Reporter, Fri., Feb. 16, 1917


FRED HARTUNG

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 03 Sept.) 
Death in Green Bay of Fritz Hartung, son of Manitowoc resident 
Ludwig Hartung, of consumption. He was 21 yrs. 6 mos. 5 days of 
age. His body was brought here and buried Sat. at the Lutheran 
Cemetery. 
Der Nord Westen, 06 Sept. 1894 


FRED HARTUNG

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 23 Oct.)
Death at 5 a.m. Sat. of Fritz Hartung of TB at age 39 yrs. 1 mo. 10 days. 
He had worked as a joiner in the factory of the Hamilton Manufacturing Co., 
but had been too ill to work since early last Spring. He leaves a widow but 
no children. The funeral took place this afternoon from the English Church. 
Among the many relatives attending was Mrs. August Gloe of Kelley Brook with 
her 3 children, and Mrs. Nic Kaufmann.
Der Nord Westen, 25 Oct. 1900 

********
DIED
Hartung - At the city of Green Bay, August 30, 1894 of consumption, Fred H. Hartung, aged 22 years. Deceased was the son of Louis H. Hartung of this city. He was born in the city of Menominee, Michigan, on the 25th of February, 1872 but the greater portion of his life was spent in this city. He graduated from the Two Rivers High School in 1889 and afterwards found employment in the Two Rivers Manufacturing Co's chair factory office. A few months ago he was forced to quit office work on account of failing health and he tried outdoor work on the farm of his uncle near Green Bay but he rapidly declined and died at the date above given. His funeral took place from the German Lutheran Church last Saturday afternoon and was quite largely attended. His former schoolmates acted as pallbearers and laid upon his coffin many beautiful floral tributes.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues.,Sept. 4, 1894  
********
Card of Thanks
The undersigned wish to extend their heartfelt thanks for the sympathy extended to them and for the respect shown for their departed son and brother on the sad occasion of his funeral.
Louis H. Hartung & Family
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues.,Sept. 4, 1894  

*******
Fred Hartung
birth: 10 September 1861
death: 20 October 1900 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1900 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: Fred Hartung
mother: Elizabeth
spouse: Carrie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[Fred Hartung/bur. 1900/age 39 yrs.]


HEINRICH C. HARTUNG

Death Tues., at the advanced age of 92, of Henry C. Hartung 
from a stroke. The deceased, who came from Germany 50 yrs. 
ago directly to Two Rivers where he has lived ever since, 
leaves 6 children. His wife preceded him in death several 
years ago. The funeral will be held today.
Der Nord Westen, 08 June 1905
*********
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 12 June)
90-yr. old Mr. Hartung, a well known resident of our city, was 
buried Fri. afternoon from the Lutheran Church. The funeral was 
attended by all of his sons, daughters, sons-in-law and other 
relatives. The deceased was an old settler in our city who formerly 
worked for many years in the shoemaker trade…. His wife preceded 
him in death many years ago.
Der Nord Westen, 15 June 1905 
*********
HENRY C. HARTUNG DIES AT THE AGE OF 92 YEARS
Henry C. Hartung, an old and well known resident of this city, died this morning 
about 10 o'clock from a stroke of paralysis. He was 92 years of age and had been 
a resident of this city for the past 50 years, coming here with his family from 
Germany. He was the father of Capt. Chas Hartung of Green Bay, Fred C. Hartung 
of Appleton, August and Robert Hartung of Chicago, Mrs. Wm Schuetz of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. John M. Stoelzer of Mishicot and of the late Louis Hartung and Mrs. F. 
Schnorr of this city. His wife died many years ago. The funeral will take place 
on Thursday.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., June 6, 1905 
*********
Henry Hartung
birth: 10 November 1812 Germany
death: 6 June 1905 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1905 Two Rivers
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


HENRY HARTUNG    (d. 1908)

Henry Hartung in Two Rivers, who went visiting in south Wisconsin with his
family last week, caught a terrible cold there and as he was returning to 
Two Rivers the cold turned into pneumonia and he died Tuesday. Details of 
his death and of his biography are not in our possession at the moment.
Der Nord Westen, 30 Apr. 1908
********
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 04 May) 
A large funeral was held here Friday. Heinrich Hartung, who ran a successful 
bakery here for many years, was carried to his final rest. He had returned 
from a visit to Kellnersville and was not feeling well. It turned into a cold, 
then into pneumonia, from which he died. Hartung, who leaves a wife, 2 sons 
and 2 daughters, was 43. The funeral service was conducted from the Lutheran 
Church, where he had been a member. During the church service a terrific rain 
storm took place, but it cleared up in time for the procession to the cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 07 May 1908
*******
Henry Hartung, the baker on Division Street, answered the Angel of 
Death last Tuesday. Death came to the deceased by means of a severe 
attack of pneumonia. Mr. Hartung was born April 7, 1865 in this city, 
living here continuously until his death. He is survived by a devoted 
wife and four children, two sons and two daughters. The funeral took 
place yesterday from St. John's Church of which he was a member, Rev. 
C.F. Doehler officiating. The Reporter extends its sympathy to the 
bereaved ones in their tribulations.
The Reporter, Sat., May 2, 1908
(Only Pioneers Rest has the Hartung surname in Two Rivers)
*********
The funeral of Henry Hartung, whose death was briefly recorded last week as it 
took place just prior to our going to press, took place last Friday from St. 
Johns Church, the attendance being large and the services impressive. He was 
born in this city on the 7th of April, 1965 and was, therefore 23 days more than 
41 years of age. He was an upright and progressive citizen and was esteemed by 
all who knew him. He leaves a wife and four children, two boys and two girls, who 
will remember him as a kind and loving husband and father and deeply mourn his 
untimely death.
Among those who attended the funeral whose homes are not in this city were Mr. 
Fred Lenhart of Chicago, Mrs. L.D. Meyer, Mrs. A. Pripps and Mr. and Mrs. Frank 
Lenhart of Milwaukee; Mrs. Geo. Petri of Kewaskum, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Korb and Mr. 
Geo Thiemie of Sheboygan; Mr. and Mrs. Chas Lutchen and Mrs. John Lutchen of 
Kewaunee; Mr. and Mrs.  Fred Schrieber, Mrs. Henry Schrieber and Mrs. Weisgarber 
of Kiel; Mr. and Mrs. Wm Schriber of Franklin and Mrs. Aug. Schrieber of Cleveland. 
The members of the Two Rivers Business Men's Association turned out in a body to 
pay a last tribute of respect to the departed.
The Chronicle, Tues., May 5, 1908
********
(1880 Two Rivers city census:
Elizabeth Hartung age 55 widow/div.; Louis 20; Fred 16; Henry 15 - this Henry would have
been b. 1865)
*********
(1900 Two Rivers census:
Henry Hartung age 35 b. 1865 aluminum polisher; wife Mary 31; Irvin 9; Malinda 4;
Liela 2)


HERMAN HARTUNG

Death Sun. in Two Rivers of 20-yr. old Hermann Hartung, a son of 
recently deceased L. Hartung, as the result of grippe. The deceased 
was born in Two Rivers and had spent his entire life there. The 
funeral was held yesterday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 27 Apr. 1905
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Herman Hartung, a young man 20 years of age and a son of the late L. Hartung, 
died last Sunday after an illness lasting for several weeks which originated 
in a severe attack of grip. He was born in this city and his entire brief life 
was spent here. The funeral will take place tomorrow (Wednesday) afternoon from 
St. John's Church.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Apr. 25, 1905


LOUIS HARTUNG    (d. 1903)

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 02 Mar.)
Ludwig Hartung, an old veteran of the Civil War who served with the 9th Regiment,
died Sat. at age 59. He leaves his widow and 6 children in good circumstances. 
The funeral will be Tues. from the Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 05 Mar. 1903
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Died-
Hartung -At his home in this city, Saturday, February 28, 1903, Louis Hartung, 
aged 58 years.
Deceased was born in Province Reus, Germany, on the 9th day of January, 1845 
and came to this country and to this city with his parents at the age of 13 
years. He enlisted in Company B, 9th Regiment, Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry 
in October, 1861 and served until the end of his term of three years and took 
part in many of the battles for the preservation of the Union. His death was 
due to consumption but no doubt, the exposure and privations of his army life 
did much toward hastening the same by undermining his constitution. By trade, 
a pail turner and worked there ever since the war up to about six months ago 
when failing health obliged him to give up work. He was a member of Jos. Rankin 
Post G.A.R. of this city and took great interest in the affairs of this 
organization. On Nov. 16, 1869 he was married at Green Bay to Minnie Reicherd 
of that city who survives him and who bore him 13 children, six of whom are 
living, one daughter and five sons. The funeral takes place this afternoon 
from St. John's Lutheran Church.  
Capt. Chas. Hartung of Green Bay, Fred Hartung of Appleton and August and Robert 
Hartung of Chicago are in the city, being called here by the death of their 
brother, Louis Hartung, whose funeral takes place this afternoon.
The Chronicle, Tuesday, Mar. 3, 1903
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(Note: His Civil War stone has Lou. Hartang on it.) 
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Louis and Alfred Hartung of Chicago are home, being called here by the 
death of their father.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 5, 1903


LOUIS HARTUNG    (d. 1925)

Louis Hartung Dies Suddenly
New of the death of Louis Hartung, pioneer florist and business man of Two 
Rivers, at 2:30 o'clock Friday afternon (sic) came as a shock to the entire 
communiay (sic). He had been ill only a day and had been about as usual 
yesterday, succumbing to a heart attack at the home. The funeral will be held 
Tuesday afternoon with services at the Grace Congregational church at 2 o'clock. 
The funeral services will be in charge of the Rev. Hawkes and the local Masonic 
lodge of which Mr. Hartung was an active member. Burial will be at Pioneers' 
Rest cemetery.
Born in this city September 7, 1859, Mr. Hartung was sixty-six years old and 
for forty years had followed the profession of florist and landscape gardner. 
He was married in 1886 to Carolina Rado, the widow who with three children 
survives him. The children are Meta, who is at home, Leatha, who makes her 
home in New York City and Norbert, also at home.
In addition to being a member of the Masonic lodge Mr. Hartung was also 
identified with the Modern Woodmen Camp at Two Rivers. He was well known at 
Manitowoc where he had been a constant visitor on both business and pleasure 
and had an engagement to work at the Joseph Willott, Jr., home for Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, December 5, 1925 P. 7

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The death of Louis Hartung at his home just north of the city Friday afternoon, was a severe shock to his many friends, many of whom he had greeted on the street with his usual cheerfulness a few hours before. Mr. Hartung succumbed to a heart attack at 2:30 o'clock Friday afternoon after only a few hours of illness.
Deceased was a native of Two Rivers, aged 66 years. For 40 years he was a florist and landscape gardener here and he conducted his business in a manner that made him universally popular. Of late years, he has spent most of the winter months in Southern states where he did landscape gardening in Alabama and Mississippi, having established there a nice business by excellent work. He intended spending Christmas at home and was to leave for the South immediately after to again take up his work this winter.
Mr. Hartung was born September 7, 1859 and was married to Caroline Rado, the widow who survives him with three children, Leatha of New York and Meta and Norbert of Two Rivers. When he was a small boy he worked in what was then known as the Saw Mill on the present site of the Metal Ware Corporation. As he grew older he manifested an interest in flower growing and decided to learn the business. His greenhouses were on the corner of 23rd and Monroe Ave., adjacent to his home. The location was then considered a long ways out of the city. In addition to his flowers, he raised and marketed vegetables and did landscaping. With business growing steadily, he felt the need to wider space and moved his greenhouses to his land just outside of the city limits. Although his buildings burned to the ground a few years later, he rebuilt immediately and made his home out there also.
He was in business continuously until 6 years ago. Since that time he has done landscaping in the city during the summer season and during the winter was with a landscape firm. Death came almost without warning. He had complained  of only a slight indisposition the night before and the same morning of the heart attack which proved fatal.
Mr. Hartung, secured for each of his children, a college education. Meta, who is on the English faculty of the Manitowoc High School; Norbert, assistant city engineer and Leatha, who was called home from New York City where she has been the past years. Mr. Hartung was the last of his family - three brothers and two sisters having died a number of years previous.  He was enthusiastic and conscientious member of the Modern Woodmen Lodge, the Masonic Lodge and also of the Congregational Church where burial service was held on Wednesday afternoon, Rev. T.A. Hawkes officiating. The funeral services at the grave were conducted by the Masonic order.
The following out of town relatives who were here to attend the funeral were:  Albert and Henry Zarn of Swansville, Minn., Albert Port and Milton Gregory of Marinette, Wis., Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mueller, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Mueller, Mrs. Walter Scherer of Forestville, Wis., Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Plinske of Elkhart Lake, Mr. and Mrs. J. Watt, Mr. and Mrs. R. Witt, Mr. and Mrs. Wm Peterson and son, John, Mrs. Mary Kellner, Henry Lauers and J. Brinkman of Appleton, Mr. and Mrs. Aug. Bobert of Kewaukee, Mr. and Mrs. Wm P. Huebner, Mrs. E.J. Ganshow, Mrs. P. Kummerow of Chicago, besides many relatives and friends from Milwaukee and other places.
The Reporter - Fri., Dec. 11, 1925

WILHELMINA HARTUNG

MRS. HARTUNG DIES THURSDAY
Funeral Will Be Held Here On Monday Afternoon
After four years of failing health, Mrs. Wilhelmina Hartung, 81, a resident 
of the city for more than a half a century, died at the Two Rivers Municipal 
hospital at nine o'clock Thursday night where she was a patient for nearly 
four years. Up to her illness she had made her home with her daughter, Mrs. 
Fred Schnorr, 1612 19th street, for many years.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the Beduhn 
and Goetz funeral home and at two o'clock from St. John's Lutheran church, with 
the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Interment will be at Pioneers Rest cemetery. 
The remains can be viewed at the funeral home Saturday evening. Friends and 
relatives are urged to omit flowers.
Mrs. Hartung, nee Wilhelmina Reichard, was born in Green Bay, November 10, 1851. 
She was married in Green Bay to Louis H. Hartung, who preceded her in death here 
30 years ago. After their marriage the couple resided in Menominee, Mich., coming 
to this city 54 years ago.
Mrs. Hartung is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Fred J. Schnorr of this city, and 
two sons, Alfred O. Hartung of Chicago, and Harold H. Hartung of Iron River, 
Michigan.
For many years Mrs. Hartung was a member of the Ladies' Aid Society of St. John's 
Lutheran church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, September 8, 1933 P. 16


ADOLPH HASHECK

Adolph Hashek (sic), 67, 2310 Adams St., Two Rivers, a retired tinsmith, died 
early Tuesday morning after several years illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Interment will be in Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Born at Tisch Mills in 1885, a son of the late Frank and Catherine Fichta Hashek, 
he was brought to Two Rivers by the family when he was a boy.
He attended the public schools and when a youth learned the tinsmithing trade. 
For many years he worked at the Suettinger Sheet Metal Works and in recent years 
was employed at the Kinzel Sheet Metal Works, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Hashek is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Albert Althen of Two Rivers and Mrs. 
Ben Billings of Wisconsin Rapids, and a brother, Frank Hashek of Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 p.m. Wednesday to the time of 
services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 29, 1952  P.2


ELSIE HASHECK

Mrs. Frank Hasheck, 68, of 2315 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly of a 
heart attack at the home Sunday afternoon.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. M.W. Oechler officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetetry (sic), Two Rivers.
Mrs. Hasheck, nee Elsie Koehler, was born Oct. 1, 1894, at Manitowoc, a daughter 
of the late Charles and Mrs. Ida Hellmuth Koehler. After attending the Manitowoc 
public schools she was employed for several years at the former Drost Box Co. 
plant at Manitowoc. She was married March 23, 1920 to Frank Hasheck at Manitowoc. 
After a short residence at Manitowoc the couple moved to Two Rivers.
Besides her husband and mother, she leaves a daughter Mrs. Ivy Kassell, of Two 
Rivers; a son, Russell of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Hattie Grade of Two 
Rivers and Mrs. Fred Wegner and Mrs. Arthur Luchterhand of Manitowoc; and five 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels.
Two Rivers Reporter, July 1, 1963 P. T-5
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[bur. July 2, 1963]
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Marriage of Frank/Elsie Hasheck
Frank Hashek(sic) of this city and Miss Elsa Roehler of Manitowoc were united 
in marriage Thursday at the Manse of Grace Church, Rev. T.T. Holway performing 
the ceremony.
The Reporter, Thurs., Apr. 1, 1920


FRANK HASHECK    (d. 1968)

Frank J. Hashek(sic), 72, formerly of 2315 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Monday 
morning at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Extended Care Unit, where he was 
a patient the past year.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Paul W. Funk officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Mr. Hashek was born Nov. 14, 1895, at Two Rivers, a son of the late Frank and 
Catherine Fictum Hashek. He attended the Two Rivers public schools and later 
entered World War I, serving with the U.S. Army in Germany.
He entered the employ of the Mirro Aluminum Co. Plant No. 1, in 1921 and retired 
in 1960. In his earlier years, he was a member of a number of amateur baseball 
teams at Two Rivers and was also a baseball umpire and basketball official. He 
married the former Elsie Koehler at Manitowoc in 1920. She preceded him in death 
June 30, 1963. 
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Katherine Kassel of Two Rivers; a son, Russell of 
Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Mary Billings of Wisconsin Rapids, and five 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 15, 1968  P. T7 
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[Frank J. Hashek/d. Jan. 17, 1968] 
(Frank Hasheck/14 Nov. 1895/Jan. 1968/SSDI)
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Marriage of Frank/Elsie Hasheck
Frank Hashek(sic) of this city and Miss Elsa Roehler of Manitowoc were united 
in marriage Thursday at the Manse of Grace Church, Rev. T.T. Holway performing 
the ceremony.
The Reporter, Thurs., Apr. 1, 1920


FRANK HASHEK  (d. 1926)

Frank Hashek passed away at this home on 2310 Adams street, Monday 
evening after a lingering illness of six months, death being due to 
dropsy with which he was afflicted for the past year.
Deceased was born in Two Creeks August 2, 1854 and resided there 
forty-one years.  Forty-five years ago, he was married to Catherine 
Fishta of Two Creeks. Six children were born to them, five surviving.  
Besides his widow, the children left by the deceased are Mrs. Mary 
Billings of Wisconsin Rapids, Mrs. George Schultz of Manitowoc, Mrs. 
Albert Althen, Frank and Adolph Hashek all of this city.  He also 
leaves several grandchildren.
Deceased started his employment with the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing 
Company, Sept. 4, 1899.  He was thus a member of the Aluminum Goods 
Manufacturing Company “Twenty-Five Year Club.”  Membership in this 
club is based on 25 years of continuous and active service with the 
organization. One of his most prized possessions was the watch presented to 
him in 1924 marking his 25th anniversary with the company. As a special tribute 
to the memory of Mr. Hashek, William Langlois, Martin Skrzycki, Jacob Mosuch, 
Peter Strong and Frank Lousier who are members of the "Twenty-Five Year Club", 
acted as pallbearers while a number of the officials and veteran employees also 
attended the funeral. Deceased was a member of the Modern Woodmen of America 
which organization conducted the funeral on Thursday afternoon, Rev. T.A. Hawkes 
officiating. 
Two Rivers Reporter, Fri. 24 Dec. 1926, page 1, col. 3


JOHN HASHEK

Notes From Two Rivers:
John Haschek (sic), aged 28 years, died at his home in this city Tuesday of 
last week. He has been a clerk for Schroeder Bros. for several years. He is 
survived by his parents, two brothers and three sisters. The funeral was 
conducted by the Modern Woodmen, Rev. Morris preaching the sermon.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, August 10, 1911  pg. 8


KATHRIEN HASHEK

Mrs. Kathrien Hasheck (sic), 84, a resident of Two Rivers for over 50 years, 
died at the Municipal hospital shortly before ten o’clock last night.
Death was due to a heart stroke suffered about six weeks ago. Mrs. Hasheck 
had been a patient at the hospital since that time, being removed there from 
the home of a daughter, Mrs. Albert Althen, 2513 Adams street, with whom she 
lived for the past two years.
Funeral services will be held from the C. J. Jansky funeral home Wednesday 
afternoon at two o’clock. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Kathrien Hasheck, nee Fichta, was born on November 25, 1858, in Prague, Bohemia 
and at the age of three came to this country with her parents and settled on a 
farm near Tisch Mills. She came to Two Rivers more than 50 years ago where she 
made her home since.
Sixty-three years ago she married Frank Hasheck, who was among the first group 
of employes of the Aluminum Manufacturing company operated by the late Joseph 
Koenig, which later became the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company. Mr. Hasheck 
died about 15 years ago.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Ben Billings of Wisconsin Rapids and Mrs. 
Albert Althen of Two Rivers; two sons, Adolph and Frank, both of Two Rivers; 
four sisters, Mrs. Matt Pelishek and Mrs. Louis Stangel of Kewaunee, Mrs. Frank 
Stangel of Oklahoma City, and Mrs. Henry Gesell and Mrs. Joseph Doleysh, both 
of Two Rivers 
The body may be viewed tonight at the funeral home and until the time of the 
services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 31, 1942  P.2
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(Katherine/Mrs. Frank Hashek/nee Katherine Fichta/d. 30 Aug. 1942/
age 83 yrs. 9 mo. 5 da./from record of St. John's United Ch. of Christ, Manitowoc)


GEORGE HATOPP

George Hatopp, 79, of 2400-15th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday morning Aug. 27, 
at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Richard Bidwell will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Hatopp was born April 30, 1901, in Wunstort, Germany, son of the late Ernst 
and Dorothy Wulff Hatopp. He came to the United States in 1929, and was employed 
at Eggers Plywood retiring 19 years ago. He married Marie Grone in 1926. She 
preceded him in death in 1961.
Survivors include a son, Hans of Altina, Mich.; a daughter, Mrs. Richard (Ann) 
Luebke of Two Rivers; a brother and a sister of Germany, six grandchildren and 
three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Thursday.
Herald Times Reporter, August 27, 1980 P.3
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(30 Apr. 1901/Aug. 1980/SSDI)


MARIE HATOPP

Funeral services for Mrs. George Hatopp, 61, of 2413-15th St., Two Rivers, who 
died Monday, will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. T. F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers’ Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Hatopp, nee Marie Grone, was born Feb. 14, 1900, at Wunstorf, Germany, 
daughter of the late Franz and Minna Heuer Grone. She attended Lutheran parochial 
schools at Wunstorf and in November of 1925 was married there to George Hatopp. 
The couple immigrated to this country in 1929, settling at Two Rivers. She was a 
member of the Dorcas and Ladies Aid societies of St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers. 
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Richard Luebke, of Two Rivers; a 
son, Hans, of Clintonville; four sisters, Mrs. Helene Knope, Mrs. Louise Huhne, 
Mrs. Freda Siedle and Mrs. Augusta Bantelmann of Germany; a brother, Franz Grone, 
also of Germany, and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 28, 1961  P.11


ANTON HAVEL

Destroyed by Lightning
Besides the destruction of his barns by lightning last Wednesday night, Mr. Anton 
Havel, who lives a few miles west of here lost 18 cows in the same manner. It is 
said that the cows were all killed by the lightning previous to the fire or they 
might have been saved. The account of the loss sustained by Mr. Havel is given by 
our Shoto correspondent.
The Chronicle, Tues., Mar. 24, 1903


FRED H. HAVEL

Dies At Maple Crest
Fred Havel, 53 died at the Maple Crest Sanitorium last evening where he 
has been a patient for some time. Funeral services will be held Friday 
afternoon from the Congregational church, Rev. T.W. Hawkes officiating. 
Services will be held at 2 o'clock and burial will take place at Pioneer 
Rest Cemetery. One son Theodore, resides in the city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, June 25, 1924 P.2


GUSTA HAVEL

TWO RIVERS WOMAN STRICKEN BY DEATH AS SHE NEARS OLD HOME AFTER YEAR’S ABSENCE 
Death came to Mrs. Augusta Havel on her way to her old home at Two Rivers 
after an absence of a year and a half spent with her son at Kennan, Wis. She 
had suffered a slight stroke two weeks ago and decided to return to Two Rivers, 
where she had made her residence for thirty-two years to make her home with her 
daughter Mrs. Paul Heldt. The attending physician believed her able to stand 
the trip and it was just before this city was reached Sunday morning by the 
limited train on which she was a passenger that she collapsed. Death came as 
she was being conveyed to the hospital in the ambulance. 
Mrs. Havel was born at Mishicot September 18, 1868, and was fifty-four years old. 
She was married to Herman Havel in 1889 and is survived by one son, Alex at 
Kennan and two daughters, Mrs. Paul Heldt and Miss Laura, both of two Rivers. 
Her aged father, Theodore Becker of Mishicot, one sister, Mrs. John Reuther and 
three brothers, Fred, of Minnesota, Herman, of Two Rivers and Rudolph, Mishicot, 
also survive her together with four grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock at St. John’s Lutheran 
church, the Rev. Haase officiating and burial will be made at the public cemetery 
at Two Rivers. 
Manitowoc Herald News, October 9, 1922  P.1
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[Augusta "Gusta" Havel]


HERMAN HAVEL

Herman Havel, 89, died Sunday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Paul Heidt of 
2318 12th street, Two Rivers. He had been in failing health in recent years.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., 
funeral home, Two Rivers, with burial in Pioneers Rest cemetery there.
He was born on a farm near Shoto in 1861 and a few years later his parents moved 
to Two Rivers. Mr. Havel was employed in the pail factory as a painter and later 
was employed at plant No. 1 of the Aluminum Goods company. He retired 15 years 
ago. Sixty-five years ago he married Miss Augusta Becker. She died 26 years ago. 
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Heldt of Two Rivers and Mrs. Julius Rhode of 
Mishicot and a son, Alex of Ogema, Wis.; four grandchildren and seven great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home in Two Rivers until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 30, 1950  P.2


IRMA D. HAVEL

SUCCUMBS IN THE HOSPITAL
Miss Irma Havel Dies Early This Morning
Complications following an operation for appendicitis caused the death at 5:30
o'clock this morning of Miss Irma Havel, 31, 1112 Hawthorne street, well known
south side resident. The operation was performed Oct. 4.
The deceased took ill on the morning of Oct. 4, while at work in the Aluminum
Goods Manufacturing plant where she had been employed for nearly 14 years. She
was removed to the local hospital for the operation.
Funeral services will be held in the chapel of Klein and Stangel at two o'clock
Wednesday afternoon, with the Rev. Franklin E. Schuetter, pastor of Emanuel
Evangelical church, officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Miss Havel was born in Green Bay March 17, 1904, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
Fred Havel. Her father died in Two Rivers 11 years ago. When she was nine years
old the family moved to Kewaunee where they resided for one year and since made
their residence in this city.
Besides her mother, the deceased leaves a sister, Miss Mamie, at home, and a
brother, Theodore, of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 14, 1935  p.9
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[bur. Oct. 16, 1935]


JOSEPHINE HAVEL

Mrs. Josephine Havel, 73, of 1112 Hawthorne sttreet, Two Rivers, died 
last night.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mark Catholic 
church in Two Rivers with burial in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
She was born Josephine VerBauckle in Stiles, Wis., in 1876 and the 
family moved to Green Bay. She was married there in 1901 to Fred Havel 
who died in 1921. After residing in Green Bay until 1913 the family 
moved to Kewaunee for a year and then moved to Two Rivers.
Surviving are a son, Theodore of Two Rivers; daughter, Mayme at home; 
brother Joseph of Green Bay and three grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel funeral home, Two 
Rivers, where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 12, 1949 P.2


JULIA HAVEL

After an illness of several months duration, Julia Havel, a well known young lady, 
died at her home near Shoto, last Saturday. She was 36 years of age and is survived 
by a sister and a brother. The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon from St. John's 
Church in this city. The deceased was well known in this city where she had many 
relatives and friends who mourn her loss.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 30, 1914
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Miss Julia Havel, aged thirty-six, died on the Havel farm near Shoto Saturday 
and was buried on Tuesday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church. The nearest 
relatives to mourn her loss are her aunt, Regina Mellesua who took the place of 
a mother when Miss Havel's mother died, Mrs. Adolph Kafka, her sister and one 
brother, Ed Havel.
The Reporter, Sat., Aug. 1, 1914


MAYME HAVEL

Funeral services for Miss Mayme Havel, 71, formerly of 1102 Hawthorne St., 
Two Rivers, who had been a resident of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, for the 
past four months, were at 2 p.m. Saturday at Emanuel United Methodist Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. She died at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital Thursday night.
Miss Havel was born at Green Bay April 1, 1902, a daughter of the late Fred and 
Josephine Ver Buackle Havel. The family moved to Two Rivers in 1914. She was a 
graduate of both Two Rivers High School and the former Manitowoc County Teachers 
College. For a number of years she was a saleslady at the former S.S. Kresge Co. 
store at Two Rivers, retiring six years ago.
Surviving are a brother, Theodore of Two Rivers and a niece and two nephews. A 
sister and a nephew preceded her in death.
Arrangements were in charge of by Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. June 16, 1973
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(Mayme Havel/01 Apr 1902/Jun 1973/SSDI)


ETHEL MERTENS HAVLINEK

Ethel Mertens Havlinek, age 92, a resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, 
formerly of 3017 Prairie St., Two Rivers, died Sunday, February 15, 1998, at 
the Hamilton Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 17, 1998, at the 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. Burial will follow in Pioneer Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Ethel was born July 23, 1905, in Antigo, Wis., daughter of the late Joseph and 
Lillian Dorn Mettler. She attended schools in Merrill, Wis. On September 22, 
1927, she married Emmett "Bucky" Mertens in Marinette, Wis. Together the couple 
owned and operated Bucky's Bar in Two Rivers for 35 years, retiring in 1970. 
Bucky preceded her in death December 11, 1978. Ethel then married Henry Havlinek 
on June 23, 1981, in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on February 11, 1985.
Survivors include two sisters-in-law, Ethel Gosz, Francis Creek, and Alice Strong, 
Pueblo West, Colo.; step-children, Margaret and Roland Dvorak, Elaine and Richard 
Seefeldt, all of Two Rivers, Janet and Sydney Herman, Dorothy and Donald Krummel, 
all of Waukesha, Judith and Bruce Lusk, Manitowoc, Kenneth Havlinek, New Berlin, 
Wis. Also surviving are a number of step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren, 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by three 
brothers, Claude, Fred, and Eugene Mettler.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 10 a.m. 
Tuesday until the time of services at 11 a.m. There will be no Monday evening 
visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, February 16, 1998
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(She is buried with Mertens in this cemetery)


CLARENCE HEAP

Clarence Heap, 88, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died unexpectedly Tuesday 
at home.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Lambert Funeral Home, 
Mishicot. The Rev. Winton Teter will officiate with burial in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Heap was born July 1, 1889, in the Town of Gibson, son of the 
late Henry and Martha Peck Heap. He was a lifetime farmer, selling 
the homestead farm in 1970 to Mr. and Mrs. Harold Stahl. He had 
been a member of Two Rivers Senior Citizens.
Survivors include a sister Mrs. Edna Gallaher, of West Bend, two 
nephews, Howard Gloe, of Menasha and Francis Gloe, of Green Bay 
and four nieces, Mrs. Gilbert Sukawatey, of West Allis, Mrs. Martha 
Otradovec and Mrs. Lester Mueller, of Kewaunee and Mrs. Charles 
Phelps, of Green Bay. Two brothers and two sisters preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral HOme after 4 p.m. Thursday.
Herald Times Reporteer, Wednesday, June 15, 1977 P.22


HARVEY HEAP

Harvey Heap, 42, Gibson farmer and former Two Rivers resident, who 
was to leave Tuesday with a group of selectees for service with the 
armed forces, out of Brown county, died late Saturday at his farm 
home of a heart attack. Funeral services will be held from the Spaecht 
funeral home at Mischicot Tuesday at 2pm. The Rev. Noah Bess of St. 
Paul’s Methodist church will officiate. Burial will be in Pioneers’ 
Rest cemetery in Two Rivers. Mr. Heap, who had been an employee at 
Plant No. 1 of the Aluminum Goods company for over at year at Two 
Rivers, was a member of the old troop C of the 105th Cavalry of Two 
Rivers, which disbanded in 1922. He was born in the town of Gibson 
May 24, 1900.  After working at the Two Rivers plants he returned to 
the farm home where he assisted his brothers in the operation of the 
farm for the past three years. Survivors are his mother, Mrs. Henry 
Heap; three sisters, Mrs. Joseph Liddle of Two Rivers, Mrs. Louis 
Gloe of Kewaunee and Mrs. Walter Gallaher of Milwaukee; two brothers, 
Clarence and William at home. Remains lie in state at the Spaecht 
funeral home in Mishicot, where they may be viewed until the time of 
the services. 
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Monday, August 10, 1942
(Note: Stone reads b. 1899/birth index on site reads b. May 14, 1899)


HENRY HEAP

HENRY HEAP, CO. PIONEER IS DEAD, AGED 63
Henry Heap, life long resident of Manitowoc county, died at the 
family home at Larrabee Sunday. The funeral will be held from 
the home at 1 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, the Rev. Tepley 
officiating.
Mr. Heap was born in the town of Kossuth sixty-three years ago 
and was married about forty years ago. The family always made 
their home in the country at Larrabee and for thirteen years Mr. 
Heap served his township as chairman and as town clerk. He is 
survived by his widow and six children, Mrs. Elsie Gloe and Miss 
Edna Heap of Milwaukee, Harvey, William and Miss Neilie of Two 
Rivers and Clarence at home. Deceased was a member of the Modern 
Woodmen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, March 11, 1924 P.2
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Mrs. Elsie Gloe and Miss Edna Heap of Milwaukee are here to attend 
the funeral services of their father, Henry Heap who died on Sunday 
at Larrabee.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, March 12, 1924 P.3


MARTHA HEAP

Mrs. Martha Heap, 89, a member of one of the earliest families in 
the Town of Gibson, where she was a lifelong resident, died Saturday 
night of a heart attack on the farm home on Rt. 1, Mishicot.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. tuesday at the Specht Funeral 
Home, Mishicot, the Rev. Frederick M. Marks, pastor of Calvary Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Heap, mee Martha Peck, was born in the Town of Gibson in 1865, a 
daughter of the late Darius and Christina Birdsall Peck. She was married 
to Henry Heap at Larrabee in 1884. He died in 1924.
Surviving Mrs. Heap are three daughters, Mrs. Elsie Gloe of Kewaunee, 
Mrs. Joseph Liddle of Eagle River, Wis., and Mrs. Walter Gallaher of 
Milwaukee; two sons, Clarence and William Heap on the home farm, six 
grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 4, 1954 P.15
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[Martha Amanda Heap]


WILLIAM D. HEAP

William Heap, 68, lifelong resident of the Town of Gibson and an overseas 
Army veteran of World War I, died at the farm home at 5 a.m. Thursday.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, 
the Rev. B.A. Zimdars officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Heap was born in the Town of Gibson Aug. 20, 1891, son of the late Henry 
and Martha Peck Heap. With a brother, Clarence, he took over the operation of 
the homestead farm 45 years ago, which he continued to run until his death. 
Serving a year in France in World War I, he was a member of the Robert E. Burns 
Post 165, American Legion, Two Rivers. He was one of the first motorcyle owners 
in the Gibson area.
Surviving besides the brother are three sisters, Mrs. Elsi Gloe of Kewaunee, 
Mrs. Joseph Liddle of Eagle River, Wis., and Mrs. Walter Gallaher of Milwaukee 
and a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 14, 1960 P. 14


JOSEPH HECKEL

Joseph Heckel, who has been a resident of this city for many years, died at 
the Holy Family hospital this morning. His body was brought to this city this 
morning and was taken to the C.J. Jansky undertaking parlors. Mr. Heckel had 
no relatives in this country with the exception of a cousin, Frank Herbst, who 
lives on the South Side. No funeral arrangements have been made as yet but will 
appear in this paper at a later date.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 16, 1926  P. 12
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Joseph Heckel, who died at the Holy Family hospital Saturday, was buried this 
afternoon from the C. J. Jansky Undertaking parlors. The funeral services were 
held by the Loyal Order of Moose of which he was a member. Burial was at 
Pioneer’s Rest. 
Manitowoc Herald News, October 18, 1926  P. 15

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MAN WHO BUSTED CITY CANNON DIES
Joseph Heckel, who has been a resident of this city for many years, died at the Holy Family Hospital Saturday. His body was brought to this city and was taken to the C.J. Janskey undertaking parlors. Mr. Heckel has no relatives in this country with the exception of a cousin, Frank Herbst, who resides on the Southside.
Mr. Heckel was 68 years of age and has been a resident of this city the past 35 years. The funeral was held Monday afternoon and was in charge of the local branch of the Loyal Order of Moose of which the deceased was a member.  The death of Jos. Heckel brings to mind the end of the old city cannon which was used in all the big celebrations here years ago. Jos. Heckel was the last man to fire the city cannon. The occasion was the Fourth of July celebration following the victory over the Spanish fleet under Cerevera at Santiago Bay July 3, 1898.  Joe had been a cannoneer in the Germany army service. He fired the old cannon which had done service here for 30 years, so often that it became overheated and the last charge along toward evening was  an extra big one. Joe and his helper took shelter behind a wood pile as the cannon flew in pieces from the heavy charge inserted and the loud explosion over where the Reiss Coal docks are, shook the city and marked the height of the combination jubilee and Fourth of July celebration.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Oct. 22, 1926 

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Joseph Hackel(sic) who was yesterday afternoon engaged in digging a sewer trench 
was buried under about three feet of sand by a cave-in. He was dug out just in 
time to save him from suffocation. It took lively work to uncover his head in time 
to save his life. His face was black and he was gasping when released, but a few 
moments exposure to the air made him as well as ever and he walked home smiling 
over his narrow escape. He was standing up when the cave-in took place and it did 
not take long to uncover his head so that he could breath, but had he been stooping 
over he would have probably been suffocated when dug out. It was a “close call” as 
it was.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Aug. 29, 1905


ROSE HEILIGENTHAL

Funeral services for Mrs. Rose Heiligenthal, 85, a native of Two Rivers, 
who died Friday at Butler, Pa., were at Hill United Presbyterian Church, Butler, 
Sunday afternoon.
Mrs. Heiligenthal, nee Rose Wentorf, was born in 1877 in Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late Ernst and Sophia Bruhn Wentorf. She took up her residence at an 
early age at Milwaukee. Her husband died in August of 1944 at Milwaukee.
Surviving are a son, Harry of Butler, Pa., two brothers, Hubert R. Wentorf of 
Two Rivers and Robert H. of West Bend and a granddaughter.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, July 16, 1962 P. 13
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[cremated. 08-07-1962/age 84 yrs.]


BABY DAUGHTER HEIMER     (d. 1926)

A baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Herman Heimer Saturday 
but only lived a few hours and was buried yesterday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, May 17, 1926 P. 5


FRANK HEIMSAADT

Frederich Heimsaat
birth: 10 October 1815 Germany
death: 30 April 1903 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1903 Two Rivers, Wis.
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(NOTE: This is the only place I find this surname.)


AUGUSTA HEISE

Mrs. F. Heuser of this city died on Thursday last after a very brief illness. 
She was a woman about forty years of age. She left no children, her 
husband alone surviving her.  The firemen and the labor union turned 
out and marched in procession at the funeral of Mrs. Heuser to both of 
which organizations the sorrowing husband belongs.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Apr. 27, 1897
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Augusta Heise
birth: 20 March 1850 Germany
death: 22 April 1897 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co.
father: Witt
spouse: Frederick Heise
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


FRED HEISE

Death Monday evening in Two Rivers of Fred Heise, an old resident 
of the South Side in that city, of a cancer with which he had 
suffered for about a year. Mr. Heise was born 20 October 1850 in 
Germany and was a resident Two Rivers for about 30 years. He leaves 
a widow and one son.
Der Nord Westen, 08 Nov. 1906
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(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 12 Nov.)
A large funeral was held here Thursday when Fritz Heiser was 
carried to his final rest. During the last year he developed 
a facial cancer. Heiser was an active man, always at work in 
one of our factories as long as he was able, until recently 
when his illness confined him to his house. He leaves a widow 
and several grown children in good circumstances. The funeral 
was conducted from the Lutheran Church of which he had been a 
faithful member.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Nov. 1906
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(Note: These both appear to be the same person despite the Heise/Heiser)


HATTIE HEISE

Funeral card:
In Loving Memory of
Hattie Heise
August 21, 1897
December 20, 1991
Deja & Martin
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
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(21 Aug 1897/20 Dec 1991/SSDI)


JUSTINE MOERS HEISE

Mrs. Fred Heise, aged ?2 (torn) her home in this city last (torn) from the effects of a (torn)
paralysis which she had suffered (torn) days previous. Her maiden name was Justina Tomaschefsky
and she was born in Miederzcham, Germany, in 1853. Mrs. Heise came to America about 40 years
ago with her first husband, Gustav Moers, and they settled for a short time at Manitowoc and
then moved to this city, where they built a home and where she continually resided until the
time of her death. Seven children were born to them who were all present at the funeral and
who are: Gust, Emil, Mrs. Eph. Sanville, Mrs. R. Lutz, Mrs. Chas. Mathies, Mrs. W. Conrad and
Mrs. Evans. Mr. Moers died about 25 years ago. Mrs. Heise was later married to Fred Heise,
and one son, Walter, who resided with his mother, was born to this union. Fred Heise died 
about nine years ago. Mrs. Heise was a devoted mother and most estimable woman. The funeral
was held this afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church, Rev. Doehler officiating.
Those who attended the funeral from out of town of Mrs. Fred Heise were: Mr. and Mrs. Gust.
Moers, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Moers, Mr. and Mrs. (torn) Lutz, Mr. and Mrs. C. Matthies, (torn)
and Mrs. Conrad and Mrs. Evans (torn) Chicago; and Mrs. Eph. Sanville (torn) cine.
Manitowoc Pilot, September 16, 1915
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After an illness of several weeks, Mrs. Justine Heise passed away at her home on 
the Southside. Mrs. Heise, nee Tomaschefskey was born in Niderzehren, West Prussia, 
Sept. 4, 1853. Having been married to Gustave Moers, she came with him from Germany 
to Two Rivers in the eighties. Mr. Moers having died, she was again married in 1897 
to Mr. Fred Heise who died in 1906. Mrs. Heise is survived by three sons, Gustav 
and Emil Moers and Walter Heise and five daughters, the Mesdames Augusta Matthies, 
Margaretha Sanvill, Clara Conrad, Emma Evans and Ella Lutz. The funeral was held 
Tuesday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 17, 1915
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HEISE: Fred
m: 29 May 1897 (co. mar. index v.6 p.407)
to: Justine M. Tomaschefski
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On the 1910 Two Rivers census:
Mrs. Fred Heise age 40 widow, had 8 children, 8 living; son Walter 11 yrs. old


WALTER C. HEISE

Walter C. Heise, 57, of 23?4 Roosevelt Ave., Two Rivers a veteran employe of 
Plant No. 4 of the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co., died unexpectedly of a heart 
attack at Two Rivers Municipal  Hospital Wednesday noon where he was a patient 
since Saturday night following a heart attack.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. T.A. Sterns officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Heise was born in Two Rivers on April 2, 1899, a son of the late Fred and 
Gustina Thomaschefsky Heise. He attended St. John Parochial School and for a 
number of years in his youth he was employed in the old J.D. Hamacheck & Sons 
garage at Two Rivers. For the past 32 years he had been employed as a millwright 
at the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. plant at Two Rivers. He was a member of the 
25-Year Club of the company.
Surviving are his wife, the fomrer Hattie Gleichner whom he married at Algoma 
July 7, 1921; a daughter, Mrs. Herman Gross of Two Rivers; two sisters Mrs. 
???? Lutz and Mrs. Clara Ludwig of Chicago; and a granddaughter.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. 
Friday, until 11 a.m. Saturday, when the casket will be taken to the church 
where it will be in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, November 15, 1956  P. 31


HENRY G. HELDT

HENRY HELDT DIES AT HOME
Man Born In Log Cabin Here Dies At 76 Years
Following a long list of early native born residents to pass away in the last 
week, was Henry Heldt, 76, who died at his home on East street, eastside, at 
10:10 o'clock Wednesday night.
Mr. Heldt, who had been an employe of the Hamilton Manufacturing company for 35 
years, died as a result of a heart stroke. He had been confined to his bed for 
the past four months and had been in ill health for three years.
Funeral services will be held from Grace Congregational church at two o'clock 
Saturday afternoon with the Rev. T.A. Hawkes officiating. Burial will be at 
Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The body will remain at the C.J. Jansky funeral home 
until the funeral.
Mr. Heldt was born in a log cabin at 16th and Washingtonn streets, now the site 
of the Schneider clothing store, April 4, 1857 (sic). With the exception of seven 
years he spent his entire life in Two Rivers. Thirty-five years ago he found 
employment with the Hamilton company and had been a trusted employe up to his 
retirement. For the 17 years he was a watchman at the plant, and previously was 
a fireman and previous to that time worked in the cabinet department.
Forty-four years ago, December 8, he was married in Council Bluffs, Ia., to Lena 
Seibold, an native of Pennsylvania, who survives him. After living at Council 
Bluffs for two years the family moved to St. Joseph, Mo., seven years before 
returning to this city.
Besides the widow he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Martha Eucke, this city, Mrs. 
Maude Gallanbeck, Milwaukee, and two sons, Paul and Ray Heldt, both of this city. 
There are also 13 grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, March 23, 1933 P.13


LENA HELDT

STROKE FATAL TO MRS. HELDT
Resident of Two Rivers Many Years Dies In This City
Mrs. Lena Heldt, 68, for many years a resident of Two Rivers, but who has made 
her home in this city for three years died Sunday morning. She had been in ill 
health for several months. Death was due to a stroke.
Mrs. Heldt resided with a granddaughter, Mrs. Julius Stupecky, Jr., 2305 Wollmer 
street.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Jansky funeral home 
in Two Rivers and at 1:15 o'clock from the Grace Congregational church, the Rev. 
T.A. Hawkes officiating. Interment will be in the Pioneers Rest cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mrs. Heldt, nee Lena Seibold, was born in Pennsylvania in 1868 and was married 
to Henry Heldt 51 years ago. The couple located at Two Rivers where Mr. Heldt 
died three years ago. Later Mrs. Heldt came to this city to reside at the 
Stupecky home.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Edward Gallenbeck, Hales Corner, Wis., Mrs. 
John Uecke, Two Rivers; two sons, Paul and Ray, both of Two Rivers; a sister, 
Mrs. Ann Peterson, Neola, Iowa; a brother, Henry Seibold, California; 13 grand-
children and three great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Heldt was a member of the Royal Neighbors and the Germania society. These 
groups will hold special services Tuesday afternoon at the funeral home, where 
the body may be viewed.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 29, 1936 P.12
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[bur. Aug. 3]


ELSIE HELLER    (d. 1935)

MRS. H. HELLER, BAND MOTHERS LEADER, DIES
Death Occurs Wednesday Afternoon After Brief Illness; Rites To Be Saturday
Ill only 10 days, Mrs. Elsie Heller, 40, 2029 14th street, wife of Capt. Hugo
Heller, head of one of the city's pioneer commercial fishing firms, and 
president of the Band Mothers association, died at the Municipal hospital at
2:30 Wednesday afternoon.
Mrs. Heller's death was the result of an acute attack of appendicitis. She had
been a patient at the hospital for seven days.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 from the home and at
2 o'clock from St. John's Lutheran church, with the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating.
Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The body can be viewed at the
Beduhn & Goetz funeral home from 7 to 9 o'clock tonight. The body will be taken
to the residence at 4 o'clock Friday afternoon.
The deceased took an active interest in the Band Mothers association since its
organization and was elected president of the group this year. In the recent
district band tournament held here Mrs. Heller labored diligently for its
success, her efforts gaining her the leadership to the association.
"The death of Mrs. Heller," said Mrs. R.G. Suettinger, past president of the
Band Mothers, "is indeed a shock to our organization. We were all looking
forward to her leadership this fall. She was an excellent worker and her 
efforts were admired."
Mrs. Heller, nee Elsie Wilhelmina Kath, was born in the town of Nasewaupee,
Door county, near Sturgeon Bay, Nov. 1, 1895(sic), a daughter of the late Julius 
and Marie Dettman Kath, who immigrated from Germany. On Nov. 11, 1914, she was
married to Capt. Hugo Heller of the tug, G.H. Heller, at that place, immediately
after their marriage the couple came to this city to take up their residence,
living here since.
Besides the widower and her mother, Mrs. Heller is survived by a daughter, Elda,
at home, a member of the Washington high school band. She is survived by two
sisters, Mrs. William Buhk of this city and Mrs. Josephine Lang of Ephraim,
Door county, and five brothers, Fred and Gustave of Milwaukee, William of this
city, and Henry and Herman Kath, both of Sawyer, Door county.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 1, 1935  p.11
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Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Heller whose wedding took place at Sawyer last week will be at 
home in their new home on the Southside next week Tuesday. The wedding occurred 
last week Wednesday and was attended by a large number from this city. Mrs. Heller, 
nee Elsie Kath was formerly a resident of this city.
The Reporter, Sat. Nov. 21 1914


ELSIE M. HELLER    (d. 1986)

Mrs. Elsie M. Heller, 90, of 1611 25th St., Two Rivers, died early Thursday 
morning, Jan. 9, at Two Rivers Community Hospital, Two Rivers. Funeral services 
will be 2 pm Saturday at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. David 
Scherbarth will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mrs. Heller was born Sept. 1, 1895 in the Town of Two Rivers, daughter of the 
late Gustav and Adolphina Boedker Zarn. She was married to Edward Steckmesser, 
April 24, 1915. He preceded her in death Dec. 16, 1917. She then married Edward 
Peterik Jan. 1, 1921 at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death Oct. 22, 1933. She 
then was married to Hugo Heller Nov. 24, 1937 at Two Rivers. He preceded her in 
death Jan. 9, 1964. Mrs. Heller was a member of V.F.W. Auxiliary of Two Rivers 
and Ladies Aid of St. John Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Vern and Lorry Peterik of Manitowoc; 
a daughter and son-in-law, Hazel and Henry Engelland of the Town of Two Rivers; 
a step-daughter and son-in-law, Eida and Norman Schmeichel of Two Rivers; two 
sisters, Mrs. Adela Schmidt of Two Rivers and Mrs. Eleanore Engelbrecht of Two 
Rivers; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; ten great grandchildren and 
three step-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter 
and three brothers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 
pm Friday and 12:30 pm until the time of services at the church on Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Jan. 9, 1986 page 3
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Funeral card:
In Memory Of
ELSIE M. HELLER
Born in Town of Two Rivers, Wisconsin
September 1, 1895
Passed away in Two Rivers, Wisconsin
January 9, 1986
Services
2:00 P.M.
Saturday, January 11, 1986
St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Rev. David Scherbarth, Officiating
Place of Interment
Pioneers Rest Cemetery
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
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(Elsie Heller/01 Sep 1895 Jan 1986/SSDI)
(Note: Elsie is buried with Ed Peterik, her second husband)


GEORGE HELLER

George J. Heller, 90 (above), of 1807-12th St., Two Rivers, a retired foreman 
in the Wood Type Division of the Hamilton Mfg. Co. Two Rivers, died at his home 
early Sunday after an illness of a few days.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Evangelical Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers’ 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Heller was born on Feb. 15, 1866, at Mansbach, Germany, son of the late Mr. 
and Mrs. John Heller. When 19 he immigrated to this country to make his home..
(2 lines underinked)..where he had resided since. His first employment was at 
the old Chair Factory and in 1905 he began to work for the Hamilton Mfg. Co. 
where he remained until his retirement in 1948. He held a foremanship in the 
Wood Type Division for many years. On Sept. 28, 1899, he married the former 
Louise Luebke at Two Rivers. The couple would have observed its 67th wedding 
anniversary this year.
Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Bernard Ulrich and Mrs. Walter 
Stegemann of Two Rivers; a son, Hugo Heller of Two Rivers; a daughter-in-law, 
Mrs. Walter Boettcher of Two Rivers, five grandchildren and five great grand-
children. A daughter preceded him in death a number of years ago.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, until 6 p.m. 
Tuesday. The casket will be taken to the church at 11 a.m. Wednesday where the 
body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 14, 1956  P. 17 
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[George John Heller]


HUGO HELLER

Hugo W. Heller, 71, of 1611 25th St., Two Rivers, retired commercial fisherman 
and long identified with dog field trial activities, died unexpectedly of a 
heart attack while driving his automobile on County Trunk JJ, near Manitowoc 
Rapids, at 3 p.m. Thursday. He had previously been in good health.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers, the Re. T.F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Mr. Heller was born Sept. 17, 1892, at Two Rivers, son of the late George H. and 
Louisa Luebke Heller. He attended St. John Parochial School and Manitowoc Business 
College. In his youth he became employed by his late uncle, Herman Luebke, in the 
comercial fishing enterprise, operating the tug Julia C. Hammel. Later he joined 
his cousin, the late Arthur J. Luebke, in the operation of the fishing tug Karlsruhe. 
Later he became owner and captain of the fishing tug, G.H. Heller, named for his 
late father.
He retired from the fishing industry in the late 1930s and during World War II was 
employed as an outside mechanic at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. For 11 years later 
and retiring in 1959, he was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers. For a 
number of years he was engaged in training dogs for field trials, which had been his 
hobby since early youth, and had been employed in recent years by Guido Rahr.
Mr. Heller was also a boating enthusiast and was active in the movement of 
establishing a municipal marina at Two Rivers. He was a lifelong member of St. John 
Lutheran Church.
He married the former Elsie Kath at Sawyer, Wis., in 1914. She died in 1935. In 
1937, he married the former Elsie Zarn Peterik, who survives him with a daughter, 
Mrs. Norman Schmeichel, of Two Rivers; a stepdaughter, a stepson, a sister, Mrs. 
Walter Stegemann, of Two Rivers, two grandchildren and four step grandchildren.
(Survivors edited for privacy)
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. Sunday 
until 11 a.m. Monday 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. January 10, 1964 P. 13
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(17 Sep 1892/Jan 1964/SSDI)
********
Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Heller whose wedding took place at Sawyer last week will be at 
home in their new home on the Southside next week Tuesday. The wedding occurred 
last week Wednesday and was attended by a large number from this city. Mrs. Heller, 
nee Elsie Kath was formerly a resident of this city.
The Reporter, Sat. Nov. 21 1914


LOUISA HELLER

Mrs. George Heller (photo), 85, of 1807-12th St., Two Rivers, a life-long
resident of Two Rivers, died at her home Monday night after an illness of
several months.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John Evangelical
Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Burial will 
be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Heller, nee Louisa Luebke, was born in Two Rivers on Feb. 3, 1872, a 
daughter of the late August and Marie Krueger Luebke. She was one of the
early attendants at St. John Parochial School and on Sept. 28, 1889 was
married to George Heller, a veteran department head at the Hamilton Mfg.
Co., who died on May 13, 1956, after the couple had observed its diamond
wedding anniversary in 1949.
Surviving Mrs. Heller are two daughters, Mrs. Bernard Ulrich of Two Rivers
and Mrs. Walter Stegemann of Manitowoc; a son, Hugo Heller of Two Rivers; 
five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. A daughter, Minnie preceded
her in death in 1917.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m.
Wednesday until 11 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be taken to the church
where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 9, 1957 p. 11
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[bur. Apr. 11]


EDITH HEMPTON

Mrs. Edith Hempton, 69, of 1425-16th St., Two Rivers, died Thursday night at 
Memorial Hospital at Manitowoc. She had been ill since Sept. 1. 
Funeral services will be at ? p.m. Monday at Emanuel Evangelical United Brethren 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. M.J. Roehrkranz officiating. Interment will be in 
Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Hempton, nee Edith Whitcomb, was born at Two Rivers Sept. 15, 1888, daughter 
of the late Worthy and Mary Mills Whitcomb. In 1906 she was married to Frank 
Kaufman, Two Rivers contractor, who died in 1918. In 1920 she was married to 
Ervin Hempton. Mrs. Hempton was active in affairs of the Golden Age Club and was 
also a member of the Auxiliary of the Eleven Gold Star Post 1248, Veterans of 
Foreign Wars, Two Rivers. 
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Edmund Grzeiczyck of Appleton; two sons, 
Darwin of Milwaukee and Elwood of Houston, Tex.; three sisters, Mrs. Bernard 
Nehring of Two Rivers, Mrs. Anton Malchek of Kewaunee and Mrs. Eva Brandtner 
of Sheboygan; 15 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
7 p.m. Saturday until 10 a.m. Monday when the casket will be taken to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Memorial Services for Mrs. Hempton will be conducted at the Funeral home by the 
Auxiliary of the Eleven Gold Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars at 4 p.m. 
Sunday. All members have been requested to attend.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 12, 1957  P. 17 

LARS HENDRICKSEN

Lars. Hendricks (sic), an old resident of Two Rivers, 
died yesterday of consumption.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, November 9, 1899 P.2
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Lars Hendricks, an old resident of this city but a Dane by birth, died at about 10 o'clock this moring of consumption. He had been sick for upwards of a year. He was a member of the Herman Sons and his funeral will be conducted by the lodge of that order in this city.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Nov. 7, 1899
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DIED
Hendricksen - At his  home in this city, Nov. 7, 1899, Lars Hendricksen, aged 57 years. Deceaed was born in Lolland, Denmark in the year 1842 and came to this country in 1870, this city being his home most of the time since. His death was due to consumption and he was sick for nearly a year before death came to his relief. His funeral was taken in charge by the Sons of Herman of this city, he being a member of that order.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Nov. 14, 1899

ALMA HENDRIES

Mrs. William Hendries, 82, formerly of Manitowoc and Chicago, died Sunday at 
Detroit 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at First Lutheran Church Chapel, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. Vernon Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Pioneer 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born Alma Peterson Feb. 8, 1880, in the Town of Gibson, daughter of 
the late Ralph and Caroline Peterson. She married William Hendries 58 years ago. 
He preceded her in death eight years ago.
Survivors are a brother, Walter Peterson of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. 
George DeCavit of Detroit with whom she had made her home for several years, 
Mrs. Lil Wall of Chicago and Mrs. Edith Johnson of Marinette. 
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, until 10:30 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 3, 1961  P. 9 


ANNA HENDRIES

Mrs. Aug. Hendries, 73, Resident Here Since 1883 Passes Away 
Mrs. August Hendries, 73, a resident of Two Rivers since 1883 passed away this 
morning at the family home on Eighteenth street after a few days illness. Burial 
will take place Tuesday afternoon from the St. John’s Lutheran church.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Anna Schwartz(sic) was born in Germany in 1858, 
and came to this country with her parents in 1883. They settled in Two Rivers and 
a year later she was married to August Hendries, who passed away two years ago.
A daughter, Louise, at home, one son William of Chicago, and a brother, Rudolph 
Schwartz of Escanaba, Mich., survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 31, 1931  P. 12


AUGUST HENDRIES

2 RESIDENTS PASS AWAY OVER WEEKEND
August Hendries Dies This Morning - Carl Wagner Passes Away Saturday
August Hendries, a resident of Two Rivers since 1876 and who was for years 
employed at the Hamilton plant here, passed away this morning at his home 
on Eighteenth street after a lingering illness.  Funeral services will be 
held Thursday afternoon at 1:40 from the home and at two o’clock from the 
Lutheran church, with interment at Pioneer’s Rest.
The deceased, who was 77 years of age, was born in Germany in 1851 and came 
to this country when a boy, first locating at Milwaukee and then moving to 
the town of Two Rivers in 1863.  In 1876 he located in this city entering 
the employ of the Hamilton Co. with whom he was employed until seven years 
ago when he retired.  He was married in 1882 to Anna Schwartz, who survives 
him together with one daughter, Louise of this city, and a son, William of 
Chicago. One sister, Mrs. Henry Jenneyaka of Forestville, Wis. and four 
brothers, Charles, John, William and Christ also survive.
Manitowoc Herald-News, Monday, April 8, 1929  
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


LOUISE HENDRIES

Miss Louise Hendries, 58, of Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening at 
Holy Family hospital following an illness of several months.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the St. John 
Lutheran church in Two Rivers, the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating.
Burial will be in Pioneer's Rest cemtery.
Miss Hendries was born in Two Rivers in 1801. She was employed by the 
Friedlander Knitting company in Two Rivers and then by the Metalware 
corporation. Only survivor is a brother, William, of Chicago.
The body may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home in Two Rivers from 
3 p.m. Friday until 11 a.m. Saturday when it will be moved to the 
church to be in state until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, September 1, 1949 P.2


WILLIAM F. HENDRIES

William F. Hendries, 73, of 5638 Sacramento Ave., Chicago, a resident of that 
city for more than 50 years and a native of Two Rivers, died Sunday in Chicago. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Wednesday at St. John's Lutheran Church, 
Two Riverss, the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Hendries was born in Two Rivers in 1879, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. 
August Hendries. William Hendries left Two Rivers when a young man for Chicago 
after marrying the former Alma Peterson of Manitowoc in the latter city.
Mr. Hendries leaves his wife, residing in Chicago, the only immediate survivor.
The casket will be brought to Two Rivers from Chicago and will be taken to the 
Beduhn, Deja & Martin Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, where friends may call 
from 7 pm Tuesday to 10 am Wednesday when it will be moved to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., June 2, 1952
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[bur. June 4]


DAVID E. HENNIG

David E. Hennig, age 77, of Mission, Texas, and a former Two Rivers
resident, died Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2005, at Rio Grande Regional
Hospital in McAllen, Texas.
David was born Sept. 6, 1927, in Eau Claire. son of the late Carl
and Alma (Hehl) Hennig. After his graduation from high school, David 
attended and graduated from radiology school. He served with the U.S. 
Navy during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was a member of 
Two Rivers American Legion Post 165, and a member of the Disabled 
American Veterans Manitowoc and Two Rivers chapter. David served as
commander of both veterans organizations. He was also a member of the 
Raulf P. Z. Lopez DAV Post 95 and the VFW Post 6310333, both of McAllen, 
Texas. On Aug. 19, 1970, he married Sylvia Stegemann Dose at Calvary
Lutheran Church in Two Rivers. David was employed as a radiology 
technician at Two Rivers Community Hospital for 30 years retiring as 
the head of radiology. He served as president of Wisconsin Radiological 
Technologists and also served two terms as counselor of that same 
organization. David was also a member of the American Society of 
Radiological Administrators and Elks Lodge 1402 of McAllen, Texas.
Survivors include his wife: Sylvia, Mission, Texas; two grandchildren: 
Carl Hennig, Waukesha; and Amelia Hennig, Worcester, Mass.; one 
daughter-in-law: Joy Hennig, Worcester, Mass.; one sister: Bev 
Louiselle, Manitowoc; five stepchildren: David and Patty Dose, James 
and Larianne Dose, Rick and Kay Wirrer, all of Mishicot; Doug and 
Cheryl Dahm, Elkhart Lake; and Paul Dose and his fiancé, Tammie Munoz, 
Manitowoc; 13 step grandchildren; and one sister-in-law: Mildred 
Stegemann, Two Rivers. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends.
David was preceded in death by his parents; one son: Douglas Hennig; 
one brother and sister-in-law: Iry and Valva Hennig; and two brothers-
in-law: Loren Loiselle and Dale Stegemann.
Funeral services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Aug. 30. 2005, at 
the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. 
Presiding at the service will be the Rev. Steven Olson. Cremation will 
follow with burial of the cremated remains at a later date at Pioneers 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Graveside military honors will be accorded by
members of the Two Rivers VFW and American Legion posts.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 p.m. until the time 
of the service on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2005, at the funeral home. The 
Disabled American Veterans will be present during the visitation for a 
short ceremony.
Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 28, 2005 p.A3


ALBERT HENRICKS

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 26 July)
About 2 mos. ago, young Albert Hendrichs(sic) sailed from here in his 
small sailboat in a northerly direction and was never heard from 
again, presumed drowned. On Sat. afternoon a body was found near 
Seven Mile Creek between Centerville and Sheboygan. (Article 
describes identification by family members, establishing Albert's 
identity from the clothing and a medallion, details of the coroner's 
inquiry, and release of the body to the family for burial.)
Der Nord Westen, 29 July 1897
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His Body Found
The mystery enshrouding the disappearance of young Albert Hendrichs(sic), who left 
this city in an open sailboat on May 30, has been cleared up. His body was found 
on the beach a few miles south of Manitowoc by a farmer last Saturday. It was in 
such a stage of decomposition as to make identification impossible. But in one of 
the pockets of his clothes was found a business card of his cousin, John Moshuk 
of this city, who was notified and who, with the brother of the lost lad, went to 
where the body was found and identified it by the clothing. The boat in which the 
boy left here was found broken to pieces upon the beach at Malash Creek, three 
miles north of here, some four or five weeks ago and now the finding of the body 
relieves his friends here of the uncertainty of his fate. The remains were brought 
here for burial. He was an orphan, both parents being dead and was about 17 years 
of age.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tues., July 27, 1897
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From the 1880 Two Rivers census:
Martin Hendrick age 26; wife Rosa Hendrick age 28; Walter Hendrick age 3; 
Albert Hendrick age 8/12.


ROSA HENRICKS

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 06 Jan.) 
Death Wed. evening after a short illness of 44 yr. old Mrs. Rosa Hendricks(sic). 
Her husband died several years ago. She leaves 2 sons – Walter about 19 and 
Albert about 17. She is also survived by 3 brothers and 1 sister. She was 
born in Webbeln, Schleswig-Holstein. The funeral was held Fri. and despite 
the extreme cold, a large number of people attended. Pastor Doehler conducted 
the funeral service in the Lutheran Church and delivered the graveside address.
Der Nord Westen, 09 Jan. 1896 
********
Mrs. Martin Hendricks of this city died very suddenly of heart failure on New Year's 
night. She leaves two sons, one 17 and the other 15 years of age. Her husband died 
several years ago. Mrs. Hendricks' maiden name was Rosa Gloe. Her funeral took 
place on Friday from the Lutheran church.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Jan. 7, 1896


ANNA HENRICKSON

BRIEF ILLNESS PROVES FATAL
Mrs. Anna Henrickson, Active Member of Study Club Dies 
TWO RIVERS, (SPECIAL)—Mrs. Anna Henrickson, 47, 1410 Washington street, and 
wife of Orville E. Henrickson, died in the Municipal hospital at 9 o’clock 
Monday night, where she had been a patient for eight days.
Mrs. Henrickson was one of the Lucia Conant Study club’s most active members, 
serving as secretary for the last year. She had not been in good health for 
several months and became seriously ill a week ago.
Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 8:45 at the Beduhn funeral 
home and at 9 o’clock at St. Luke’s Catholic church, with the Very Rev. Dean 
C. V. Hugo officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers’ Rest cemetery. The body 
can be viewed at the funeral home. 
Mrs. Henrickson, nee Anna Schaefer, was born at Sturgeon Bay Feb. 4, 1889. In 
1908 she came to this city where she was married on July 3, 1912.
Besides the widower, survivors are three daughters, Edith, Bernice and Betty 
at home, and two sons, Raymond and William, also at home; four brothers, Frank 
of Milwaukee, Joseph and Jacob of Nahma, Mich., and John Schaffer of Sturgeon 
Bay, and a sister, Mrs. Mary Clough of Blackwell, Wis. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 16, 1936  P. 9 


EMMA HENRICKSON

Mrs. Hans (Grandma) Henrickson, 91 (photo) of 2006 Monroe St., Two Rivers, a 
member of one of Two Rivers earliest families and widow of one of the early 
conservation wardens in this area, died at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital after an illness of several months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Grace Congregational Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. R. J. Wichlei officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers’ 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Henrickson, nee Emma Kahlenberg, was born in Two Rivers on Dec. 7, 1865, 
daughter of the late Otto and Gertrude Nies Kahlenberg. On March 30, 1885, she 
was married in Two Rivers to Hans Henrickson, who served as conservation warden 
in this district many years. He died in April of 1929. They were married by the 
late Felix Walsh, father of the late U.S. Senator Thomas Walsh.
For many years Mrs. Henrickson was active in affairs of the Auxiliary of the 
Robert E.  Burns Post 165, American Legion, in Two Rivers and served as its 
chaplain for “Grandma” Henrickson displayed a huge flag on the lawn of her home 
for many years on both Memorial and Independence Day.
The oldest member of the Ladies’ Aid Society of Grace Church, of which she was 
a member since childhood, Mrs. Henrickson served for years semi-annually in the 
promotion of the church’s fund-raising rummage sales. 
Surviving Mrs. Henrickson are six sons, Hugo, Milford, Gerald, Russell and Owen 
of Two Rivers and Orville of Milwaukee; two brothers, William R. Kahlenberg Sr., 
and John L. Kahlenberg of Two Rivers; 20 grandchildren and 42 great grand-
children.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 2 p.m. 
Thursday until 11 a.m. Friday when the casket will be taken to the church where 
the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 13, 1957  P. 11


GENEVIEVE HENRICKSON

Genevieve Henrickson, age 97, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, 
Manitowoc, formerly of 2718 33rd St., Two Rivers, died early Friday, Jan. 7, 
2005 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 11 
a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2005 at Emanuel United Methodist Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Sonia Alvarado will officiate at the service, with burial 
to follow in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Gen was born Feb. 5, 1907 in Two Rivers, a daughter of the late Alfred and 
Amanda (Leonardt) Kohls. She attended Two Rivers Public Schools, and was a 
graduate of Two Rivers Washington High School. On Nov. 14, 1936, she married 
Ihler H. (Lew) Henrickson in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death July 5, 1967. 
Gen was a longtime member of Emanuel United Methodist Church in Two Rivers, 
and she loved playing cards, especially bridge. 
She is survived by four nieces: Karen (Richard) Kiekhaefer, Reedsville; Jolene 
(Sam) Wohlford, Fla.; Doris (Bill) Teche, Janesville; and Ronelle Sousek, 
Racine; two nephews: Gary (Joan) Kohls, Kenneth Laurin, all of Two Rivers; and 
one sister-in-law: J. Margaret Kohls, Two Rivers. She is further survived by a 
special friend, Marilyn Klabunde of Two Rivers, several great nieces, great 
nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. In 
addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by three sisters and brothers-
in-law: Delores (George) Karl, Evelyn (Seymour) Althen, and Elfrieda (Frank) Lupo; 
two brothers and a sister-in-law: Roland Kohls, and Ellis (Viola) Kohls; one 
infant brother; and two nieces: Lois Laurin, and Elaine Buth. Relatives and 
friends may call at Emanuel United Methodist Church, Two Rivers after 10 a.m. on 
Wednesday until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Tuesday evening 
visitation. Memorials may be made to Emanuel United Methodist Church. Deja & 
Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers is assisting the Henrickson family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January, 2005
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(05 Feb 1907/07 Jan 2005/SSDI)


GERTRUDE HENRICKSON

Gertrude, the six year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Hendrickson, died quite 
suddenly last Sunday morning from an internal hemorrhage. She had been slightly 
ailing for about two days previous to her death but no danger was apprehended. 
She suffered more or less from the asthma ever since she was two years old. The 
funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon.
The Chronicle, Tues., Sept. 20, 1902
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[Cemetery record has bur. 1901/age 6 yrs.]
(1900 Two Rivers census: Hans Henrichson age 41; wife Emma age 34; son Hugo age 14;
son Milford age 11; dau. Orval age 10; son Raymond age 7; dau. Gertrude age 3;
son Jerold(?) age 1) 


HANS HENRICKSON

STROKE FATAL TO HANS HENDRICKSON (sic) A PIONEER WARDEN OF WISCONSIN 
Hans Hendrickson, state conservation warden who reached his seventieth birthday 
on last Friday, and who suffered a stroke Sunday afternoon while leaving his 
home on Monroe street died last night, at 10:30 without regaining consciousness. 
He will be buried from the Beduhn and Goetz funeral chapel Thursday afternoon at 
two o’clock, and six of his fellow wardens in the state service will act as 
pallbearers. 
The deceased has been in the state service for more than a quarter of a century. 
He was employed in the old days when the officers were known as deputy fish and 
game wardens and in point of service was the second oldest warden in Wisconsin, 
only one other, Valentine Heath of Milwaukee, having served longer than Mr. 
Hendrickson.
Born in Denmark, Wis., Mr. Hendrickson spent his early life there and later located 
in this city, being engaged in the bill posting business. Later he was a deputy 
sheriff and after two years doing special duty for the state in the protection of 
fish and game in this part of the state was commissioned a regular warden which 
position he filled for 25 years, being active until the day of his death.
Mr. Hendrickson was married to a Kahlenberg daughter, who survives him together 
with six sons, Hugo, Wilfor, Aroille, Gerald, Russell and Owen, all of this city. 
A brother at Denmark also survives. 
The deceased was one of the best posted wardens on commercial fishing in the employ 
of the state. Always jovial and with a pleasant word for everyone the deceased was 
beloved by a large circle of friends both in Two Rivers, and in the territory in 
Northeastern Wisconsin in which he worked to pursuing his duties as conservation 
warden.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 2, 1929  P. 9 
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NINE WARDENS AT HENRICKSON FUNERAL HERE
Nine conservation wardens attended the funeral of the late Hans Hendrickson here 
yesterday afternoon which was also large attended by local townspeople, who came 
to know the deceased during the 27 years he was associated in his work with the 
state here. Three of the number, Valentine Raeth, Milwaukee, Veteran warden in the 
state service, Louis Jeske, Appleton and H.A. McKenzie, chief warden at Madison 
acted as honorary pall bearers. The active pall bearers were John Egan, Manitowoc, 
Henry Gruebner, Sheboygan, Peter Dietrich, Milwaukee, K. H. Boomer and Arthur Chase, 
Oshkosh, and Ira Smith of Sturgeon Bay.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 5, 1929  P.13


HUGO HENRICKSON

Funeral services for Hugo R. Henrickson, 85, of 5417  W. Capital Dr., 
Milwaukee, retired longtime superintendent of working operations at 
the Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, who died Thursday morning at Doctors 
Hospital, Milwaukee, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. William Schultz officiating. Burial will be 
in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Henrickson, who was a 50-year employe of the Hamilton firm, retiring 
in 1953, was born Dec. 11, 1885, at Two Rivers, a son of the late Hans and 
Emma Kahlenberg Henrickson. His father served this area as a conservation 
warden for many years. Hugo Henrickson began his employment with Hamilton 
when he was 17, starting in the Novelity Dept. In 1903 he became associated 
with the company's Engineering Dept. and in 1917 he became wood plant 
assistant superintendent under the late Frank Kaufman. With the retirement 
of Mr. Kaufman he took over the superintendency of the division, retiring 
in July 11, 1953.
Mr. Henrickson perhaps was the most ardent sports enthusiast at Two Rivers 
over the years. In 1954 he became one of the earliest members of the former 
Milwaukee Braves Booster Club, an organization which members followed the 
Milwaukee Braves to their training camp and other excursions. At Two Rivers 
he was one of the early members of the Grace Congregational Church and Two 
Rivers Lions Club and also had been affiliated with the Elks.
Mr. Henrickson married the former Johanna Ammerman at Two Rivers in 1905. 
She died March 25, 1953. He then married the former Alice Schlaefer Dec. 27, 
1957, and had been a Milwaukee resident since.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Elmer (Evelyn) Schroeder of Two 
Rivers; a stepdaughter, Mrs. William Monaghan of Milwaukee; four brothers, 
Milford, Gerald and Owen Henrickson of Two Rivers, and Orville Henrickson of 
Milwaukee; three grandchildren; and two step grandchildren. A son, Ihler, 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 6 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 23, 1971
*******
[Hugo Ric.Henrickson]
(11 Dec 1885/Apr 1971/SSDI)


IHLER H. HENRICKSON

Ihler H. (Lew) Henrickson, 61, of 2718-33rd St., Edgewood Pl., Two Rivers, 
for many years chief dispatcher in the steel plant of Hamilton Mfg. Co. and 
one of the outstanding all-round athletes to be produced at Washington High 
School, died Wednesday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. He had 
been ill for nearly two months.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels, and at 11 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
John K. Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Henrickson was born April 28, 1906, at Two Rivers, son of Hugo and the 
late Johanna Ammerman Henrickson. His father, now of Milwaukee, is a retired 
longtime superintendent of the Hamilton firm’s wood plant.
Mr. Henrickson attended St. Luke Parochial School and was graduated with the 
class of 1924 from Washington High School where he starred in basketball and 
football. He was a member of the first high school basketball team, coached 
by Donald C. Dean, to compete in state high school tournament at Madison in 
the spring of 1924.
After attending the University of Wisconsin he returned to Two Rivers to begin 
employment at the Hamilton Company for a period that extended nearly 43 years. 
When the American Legion basketball team was formed by the late Dr. A. V. (Doc) 
Delmore, Mr. Henrickson continued participation in the sport, playing both 
forward and center. He was also a member of the original Mirro Baseball Club 
in the summer of 1925, playing third base. Over the years he was one of the 
standout bowlers in the community. He was an avid basketball fan attending most 
of the games at Washington High School. Interested in pigeon racing, one of his 
entries won a national championship some 20 years ago when he was one of the 
more active members of the Two Rivers Flying Club.
One of the oldest members of the Two Rivers Owls Club, Mr. Henrickson was also 
affiliated with Holy Redeemer Holy Name Society, the Hamilton Goodfellowship 
Club and the Hamilton 30-Year Club. He was also a member of the Manitowoc County 
Baseball Oldtimers Assn.
Surviving are his wife, the former Genevieve Kohls, whom he married at Two Rivers, 
Nov. 14, 1936, his father, a sister, Mrs. Elmer (Evelyn) Schroeder, of Two Rivers, 
two nieces and a nephew. 
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Friday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. The Baseball Oldtimers will also meet at the chapels 
at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 6, 1967  P.13
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(28 Apr 1906/Jul 1967/SSDI)


JOHANNA HENRICKSON

Mrs. Henrickson Collapses, Dies at Two Rivers 
TWO RIVERS—Mrs. Johanna Henrickson, 67, 1726 24th St., wife of Hugo Henrickson, 
superintendent of the Hamilton Manufacturing Company and a member of a widely 
known early Two Rivers family, died suddenly of a heart attack on the porch of 
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Elmer Schroeder, 1519 19th St., at 9 a.m. 
Wednesday. 
Mrs. Henrickson had attended the 8 a.m. mass at St. Luke Catholic Church and 
had walked to the daughter’s home where the family car was parked. She had 
shown no indication of illness in the early morning, according to members of 
the family.
Funeral services will be held at St. Luke Church with a solemn requiem high 
mass at 10 a.m. Saturday. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo will be celebrant. 
Interment will be in the family plot in Pioneer’s Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Henrickson, nee Johnanna Ammerman, was born in Two Rivers in 1886, a daughter 
of the late Joseph and Mary Braker Ammerman. She received her elementary education 
at St. Luke Parochial School and in 1905 was married to Mr. Henrickson.
Mrs. Henrickson, who was a member of the Altar Society of St. Luke Church, was 
one of the city’s most ardent sports enthusiasts, often accompanying her husband 
to major league baseball games. Intensely interested also in basketball she 
attended most of the games in following the progress of the St. Luke Parochial 
School team in the recent tournaments.
Besides her husband and daughter, she is survived by a son, Ihler Henrickson of 
this city, three sisters, Mrs. Napoleon Lintereur and Mrs. Gerald Henrickson of 
this city and Mrs. Fred Lesperance of Milwaukee; a brother, Joseph Ammerman, a 
resident at the Shady Lane Home at Manitowoc, and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Beduhn, Deja & Martin Inc. Funeral Home here from 2 p.m. 
Friday until the time of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 25, 1953  P.16


ORVILLE HENRICKSON

Orville E. Hendrickson (sic), 86, of 3635 W. Marion St., Milwaukee, died early 
Tuesday morning at Deaconess Hospital, Milwaukee. 
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. David Hansen will officiate with burial in Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Hendrickson was born March 26, 1890, at Two Rivers, son of the late Hans 
and Emma Kahlenberg Hendrickson. He attended Two Rivers schools and married Anna 
Shaefer in 1913. She preceded him in death in 1936. He married Estelle Todd in 
1951. Mr. Hendrickson spent his entire life in retail sales of trinkets and 
novelties and in past years could be seen at almost every picnic and parade 
selling his wares. 
Survivors include his wife, three daughters, Mrs. Lester (Edith) Sehloff, of Rt. 
2, Two Rivers, Mrs. Daniel (Bernice) Andrastek and Mrs. Kenneth (Betty) Sell, of 
Manitowoc; three brothers, Milford, Gerald and Owen, of Two Rivers, 16 great 
grandchildren. Two sons preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 6 to 9 o’clock this 
Wednesday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, January 5, 1977 P.3
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(26 Mar 1890/Jan 1977/SSDI)


RAYMOND HENRICKSON

Der Nord Westen, 15 Mar. 1906
Death on Thursday of a 14-year old son of Two Rivers resident 
Hans Hendrickson. The boy had been crippled since birth. The 
funeral took place Saturday.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Mar. 1906
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Raymond Henrickson
birth: 24 November 1892 Two Rivers
death: 7 March 1906 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Hans Henrickson
mother: Emma
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


WILLIAM HENRY

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 13 May)
W. Henry, an old resident of our city,
has died at age 80. During the Civil War he was a Lieutenant in Company D 
of the 27th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment.
Der Nord Westen, 16 May 1901
**********
William Henry, aged 80 years, died at his home in Two Rivers. The funeral takes 
place today. Mr. Henry was born at Dover, England in 1821 and came to Two Rivers 
in 1851. During the civil war he was lieutenant in company D. 27th Wis. and 
served with distinction. He was a member of the Jos. Rankin post G.A.R. His wife 
and two daughters survive him, Mrs. C. Krause and Mrs. Andrew Schmidt.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 16, 1901
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William Henry/bur. 1901]
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Capt. William Henry Pays the Debt of Nature at the Age of 80 Years
At high noon yesterday the life of Captain William Henry, a veteran of the war of 
the Rebellion and an old and highly esteemed resident of this city, came to a 
peaceful and eternal end, after a gradual decline of more than a year. Capt. Henry 
was one of the pioneers of this city and county, coming here about the time the 
Wisconsin Leather Company located here and for many years serving that corporation 
as its master mechanic.
He was born on July 6, 1821 in Dover, England, but came to this country when but a 
boy, working his way through life unaided and alone for his parents died during his 
early childhood and he had no relatives he could look to for guidance and assistance 
but he was endowed by nature with the principles of genuine manhood and with 
honorable aspirations and he earned and deserved the esteem of his fellow men. When 
the war broke out he enlisted in the Union Army going out as a lieutenant in Company 
D of the 27th Regiment and was breveted captain for meritorious service. While at 
Little Rock, Arkansas, he was taken ill and after spending some time in an army 
hospital, he was discharged from the army and sent home. He was married in 1856 to 
Catherine Wagener, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Wagener of Mishicot. 
His wife and two daughters, Mrs. Chas. Krause of this city and Mrs. Andrew Schmidt 
of Milwaukee, survive him. His funeral will take place from his residence on Thursday 
next under the auspices of the G.A.R., of which he was an honored member.
The Chronicle, Tues., May 14, 1901
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The funeral of Capt. Wm Henry last Thursday was a large one and was attended by a 
large number of outside people. There was a profusion of floral tributes. The funeral 
oration was delivered by Mr. C. Pahlkoetter.
Chronicle, May 21, 1901


DELMER HEPPLER

Delmer Heppler, 61,  former Two Rivers resident, died unexpectedly Wednesday 
morning at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, with burial in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Heppler was born Jan. 11, 1916, at Two Rivers, son of the late Anton and 
Lucille Krescheck Heppler. He attended Two Rivers Public School and later was 
employed at Hamilton Industries for 30 years, retiring three years ago.
Survivors include a brother, Ellsworth, of Tonawanda, N.Y.; four half brothers, 
Vladimar Krescheck, of Two Rivers, Ralph, of Manitowoc, Franklin, of Middletown, 
Ohio, and Edward, of Tonawanda and a half sister, Mrs. Delmar Seitz, of Manitowoc. 
Two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday.
Herald Times Reporter, May 5, 1977  P. 3
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(07 Jan 1916/May 1977/SSDI)


LUCILLE HEPPLER

Mrs. Lucille Heppler, 62, a lifelong resident of Two Rivers died early this 
morning at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital. She had been in failing health 
for many years and was a patient at the hospital for the last several months.
Funeral services for Mrs. Heppler will be held in Two Rivers Thursday morning 
at 8:30 from the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home and at 9 o'clock from 
the St. Luke's Catholic church, the Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo officiating. 
Burial will be in Pioneer's Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Heppler, nee Lucille Jebavy, was born in Two Rivers on December 27, 
1887 (sic) and resided there all her life.
Survivors include two daughters Mrs. Elmer Andrews of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Emil 
Husar of Kellnersville; six sons, Ellsworth and Demar Heppler, at home; Edward 
and Franklin Kresheck of Tonawanda, N.Y.; Vladimir Kresheck of Two Rivers and 
Ralph Kresheck of Manitowoc; one sister, Mrs. Jacob Vlasic of Manitowoc; and 
7 grandchildren.
The Rosary will be recited in the chapel of the funeral home at 7:45 o'clock 
Wednesday evening. The body may be viewed at the funeral parlors this evening 
until the time of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 30, 1940 P.7


JOHN HERIAN

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 23 Mar.)
John Herrian was buried Saturday afternoon. He died in the mental facility 
in Manitowoc where he had been a patient for many years. Herrian, who came here 
from Mishicott, operated a harness shop and enjoyed a fine reputation. He sold 
the business and retired and a few years later was declared to be mentally ill 
and sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh, later being transferred to the 
Manitowoc facility as incapable of being healed. His family, consisting of his 
widow and several grown children, still live here.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Mar. 1908
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John Harrian of Two Rivers, who has been a patient in the local mental facility
since 19 July 1900, took his own life Thursday morning last week. He had often
threatened suicide and was kept under close watch, but with the mentally disturbed 
it is often impossible and despite all surveillance, exceptions occur. By profession 
he was a harness maker and had lived in Two Rivers for a long time. When he became
obsessed with making a perpetual machine producing electricity, his mind snapped
and he was sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh and then later transferred 
to the local mental facility here and placed under a suicide watch. In some way he 
found out that the facility's mechanic kept a shotgun in his bedroom. On Thursday 
morning he noticed that the mechanic had failed to lock his door. He went in, took 
the weapon, cocked it, tied a string from his apron to the trigger and the other 
end to his foot, put the muzzle in his mouth and fired it with his foot. 
(Article goes into specific detail of the aftermath.) Harrian was 51 years old and 
leaves a widow and 7 children in Two Rivers. A coroner's inquest was held.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Mar. 1908
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FIRST WOODMAN BURIAL
Neighbor John Herian was laid to rest Saturday, March 21st under the 
auspices of the local Woodman Lodge of which deceased was a charter 
member. This is the first death which the camp has had since their 
organization, eighteen years ago. Services were held at Woodman Hall, 
where the departed neighbor lay in state under the direction of Consul 
Christiansen assisted by the officers of the Camp.
The funeral procession headed by the forester team, Chief Forrester 
Lockwood in command and about 125 Woodmen in line showed that their 
society can lay claim to the largest fraternal and insurance organization 
in town. The pallbearers were H.P. Hamilton, Wm Stockwell, Frank Riley, 
Frank Eggers, John Schultz and Albin Leicht, all charter members.
The Reporter, Sat., Mar. 28, 1908
*********
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 27 Apr.)
Last week Mrs. John Herrian received a check of $2,000 from the "Modern Woodman" 
Order as payment of her husband's life insurance. It is said that Herrian is the 
first member of that order to have died.
Der Nord Westen, 30 Apr. 1908
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A SAD MISFORTUNE.
John Herian Adjudged Insane. Is Father of Seven Children.
John Herian, of Two Rivers, was adjudged insane in county 
court this morning. For the past four years he has shown 
symptoms of insanity, but the malady has never assumed a 
violent form. He traveled quite extensively of late and 
on his return from a recent trip, he acted very strangely. 
Friends petitioned that he be taken care of and he was 
brought to this city last evening and taken to Oshkosh 
this morning. It is supposed that constant worry over 
business matters was the direct cause of his misfortune. 
The case is sad in that he is married and is the father 
of seven children, the youngest being but four years of 
age. He was rather unwilling to enter the hospital but 
the physicians who conducted the examination ordered that 
he be taken care of. The family is in comfortable 
circumstances.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, March 4, 1899
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ASYLUM CHARGE IS A SUICIDE
John Harrian(sic), Former Two Rivers Man, Kills Self at County Asylum
TOP OF HEAD BLOWN OFF WITH A SHOTGUN
Harrian, Aged 50, Insane from Study of Perpetual Motion Nine Years Ago; 
Widow and Seven Children Survive Him
Using a shot gun, which he had taken from the room of an attendant, John Harrian, 
a Two Rivers man and inmate of the county insane asylum, committed suicide at that 
institution early today, the dead body being found during the morning in a room 
of the asylum, terribly mutilated from the effects of the gunshot. District Atty. 
E.L. Kelley was summoned and made an investigation of facts surrounding the suicide. 
The body will be given into the hands of relatives at Two Rivers for burial.
Harrian was found dead in the engineer's room at the asylum when the latter went 
there on an errand and through the open door the tragedy manifested itself plainer 
than words. The patient had taken his life standing up with the butt of the shot 
gun between his legs. To the trigger of the weapon, the man attached an apron string 
which dangled from an apron he wore and the other end he tied to his foot. After 
these preliminaries he placed the muzzle of the sot gun in his mouth, released the 
manner with his foot and blew the entire top of his head off. Portions of brain, 
blood and skull were splattered all about the room which presented a terrible sight.
Harrian, who was 51 years of age, was formerly a harness maker at Two Rivers and 
resided in that city for years. He was adjudged insane March 4, 1899 and was committed 
to the Northern Hospital at Oshkosh where he remained until July 19, 1900 when he was 
returned to the county asylum here as incurable. Harrian,since his commitment here, has 
proved an unusual patient in many respects. Except for his peculiarity in the one 
subject, he appeared rational and possessed a bright mind. He was never violent but 
often caused annoyance and required attention of the asylum management. Four months ago, 
Harrian, was missed from the asylum and was later located at Two Rivers where he had 
visited his family. The man, in some manner, had learned where the home of Judge Chloupek 
was located and aroused Mr. Chloupek at 4 in the morning.
From the facts developed in the inquiry at the time, Harrian was under examination and 
was committed, the man's mind gave way under strain of study over perpetual motion and 
electricity and it is said that at that time he had been experimenting with various 
devices to demonstrate perpetual motion. Harrian was twice married and was the father of 
seven children, the youngest aged 11 at this time.
The tragedy is the first of its kind to occur at the local asylum in many years, if ever 
before. It is a rule of the institution that any article which might be used as a weapon 
by the patients to injure themselves or others be withheld from them and that Harrian was 
able to secure a gun was due to the fact that the engineer had neglected to bar the door 
of the room which patients are supposed never to enter. Harrian executed the suicide in 
a deliberate manner, indicating that he had been imbued with the thought for some time and, 
in fact, it is said that the man had threatened to take his life on several occasions. 
Except for his frequent attempts to leave the asylum and return to his home at Two Rivers, 
Harrian had caused little trouble.
Harrian was a  member of the Two Rivers lodge of the Modern Woodmen of America and was 
insured for $2000 in the Order. The Woodmen may have charge of the funeral plans for which 
have not been made.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., Mar. 19, 1908


RICHARD J. HERIAN

Richard J. Herian, age 85, of 8023 Lakeshore Road in Newton, died Sunday, April 
16 at his home. Burial of his cremated remains will follow at a later date at 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery in Two Rivers. 
Richard has worked for the Manitowoc Ice Co., for many years. He is a veteran of 
World War II, having served in the European Theatre. Survivors include his wife: 
Elfriede; a son: Richard; a daughter: Anne and her husband; and two granddaughters.
Herald Times Reporter, April, 2003


CHRIST HERING

Notes from Two Rivers
Christ Herring(sic), age 69, died at his home on 21st Street, Monday morning. 
He was born in Germany and came to this country in 1883. In 1871 he was married 
to Mary Grant who came with him to this country. The couple settled in Two 
Rivers. He is survived by four children, Henry, Otto, Emma and Louise. The 
funeral took place Wednesday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 6, 1914
*********
Mr. Christian Herring(sic) died early Monday morning of heart failure. He was 
born in Germany 69 years ago. In 1871 he married Mary Grant and on March 18, 1883 
they arrived in this country making Two Rivers their home. For years, Mr. Herring 
worked in the chair factory and later until five years before his death, he was 
employed by the Wisconsin Woodworking co. Mr. Herring leaves a wife and four 
children, Henry, Otto and Mrs. Ernst Sontag of this city and Mrs. John Sabel of 
Manitowoc. The funeral occurrred Wednesday from St. John's Lutheran Church of 
which Mr. Herring had long been an earnest and faithful member.
The Reporter, Sat., Aug. 8, 1914


EMMA HERING

Mrs. Emma Hering, 89, of 1717-14th St., Two Rivers, widow of Otto Hering, early 
Two Rivers, widow of Otto Hering, early Two Rivers south side businessman, died 
Sunday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers the Rev. A.L. Schemling officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers’ Rest 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Hering, nee Emma Krueger, was born Aug. 19, 1878, in Germany, a daughter of 
the late Frederick and Margaret Stewart Krueger. When she was a child, her family 
brought her to this country, settling at Two Rivers. She attended St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran Parochial School at Two Rivers where in 1900 she was married 
to Otto Hering. He died in 1937. She was a member of St. John congregation and St. 
John Ladies’ Aid society.
Surviving are a daughter, Evelyn of Laguna Beach, Calif.; a son, Orme of Tucson, 
Ariz.; a sister, Mrs. Lulian Koenig of Laguna Beach; and a granddaughter, Wendy 
Hering of San Francisco, Calif.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 6 o’clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 25, 1967  P. 11


HENRY J. HERING

Henry J. Hering, 75, active in the concrete business at Two Rivers 
for years, died Thursday at the Two Rivers municipal hospital. He 
had been residing with his sister, Mrs. Ernest Sonntag, of 1410 
21st street, Two Rivers. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John Lutheran 
church, Two Rivers. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Mr. Hering was born in Germany in 1873 and came to Two Rivers with 
his parents. In 1903 he entered into a partnership with the late 
Ernst Streu in the concrete business. In 1913 an accident forced Mr. 
Hering to retire from the firm. He was later employed by the city, 
first in the water department and later as a janitor. After 32 years 
service for the city he retired three years ago.
Two sisters, Mrs. Sonntag of Two Rivers and Mrs. John Zabel of this 
city, survive.
The body may be viewed after 7 p.m. Saturday at the Klein and Stangel 
Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, and will be moved to the church at 
10:30 a.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, February 11, 1949 P.2
********
[Henry John Hering]
********
MISTOOK MAN FOR RABBIT
Henry Herring(sic), Two Rivers, is Victim of Hunters; Shot in Eye
Another hunting accident to add to the list of those already recorded is that in 
which Henry Herring, a Two Rivers man was the victim. Herring, in company with a 
number of other hunters was looking for game near Twin River Point when one of 
the party discharged his gun at what he supposed was a rabbit. The game however, 
proved to be Herring and some of the shot lodged in the man's face and one struck 
in the eye. He left for Milwaukee to consult a specialist in order to consult a 
specialist in order to save the optic if possible.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Oct. 12, 1909


MARIA HERING

DIED-
Mrs. Marie Herring(sic), nee Grant, died suddenly on Sunday morning, her death 
being caused by hemorrhage of the brain. At the time of her death she had attained 
the age of 66 years. She is survived by two sons, Otto and Henry Herring and two 
daughters, Mrs. Ernst Sontag and Mrs. L. Zabal of Manitowoc. The funeral was held 
on Wednesday afternoon from St. John's church.
The Reporter, Sat., Dec. 11, 1914
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[Mary Hering] 


OTTO F. HERING

Otto F. Hering, 63, veteran employe of the type shop at the Hamilton 
Manufacturing company at Two Rivers, died at his home in that city early last 
evening. His health had been failing for the past year.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Beduhn 
funeral home at Two Rivers. Interment in Pioneers’ Rest cemetery.
Mr. Hering was a resident of Two Rivers from 1882 until the present with the 
exception of three years spent in Manitowoc shortly after his marriage. He was 
born in Germany June 22, 1876 and came to America with his parents when he was 
six years of age.
Survivors are the widow, the former Emma Krueger, one son, Orme of San Francisco, 
Cal.; one daughter, Miss Evelyn, Santa Ana, Cal.; one brother, Henry Hering of 
Two Rivers; and two sisters, Mrs. Ernst Sonntag, Two Rivers, and Mrs. John Zabel, 
Manitowoc. 
The body may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home after Friday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 19, 1939  P. 2


CAROLINE HERMANN

HERMAN, Mrs. David-77, died Aug. 16 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Amelia 
Glandt in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee county. She was a resident of Two 
Rivers since 1917. Funeral Aug. 19 at 2 p.m. from St. John's Lutheran church, 
the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating, and burial at Pioneers Rest.
Manitowoc Evening Times, Tuesday, August 18, 1931 P. 6
******
FUNERAL HELD ON WEDNESDAY
Many From Out of Town At Herman Funeral
The fnueral of Mrs. David Herman was held from the St. John's Lutheran church 
yesterday afternoon and was very largely attended. The Rev. W.G. Haase 
officiated. Burial was at Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Those from out of town that attended the services were Mrs. Margaret Kreutzer, 
Mr. and Mrs. Al Kreutzer, Mr. and Mrs. John Dobratz, Miss Hazel Dobratz, Mrs. 
George Hermann, Edward, William and Emil Hermann of Milwaukee, Mr. and Mrs. 
Carl Kreuger and William Hermann of Sturgeon Bay, and Mr. and Mrs. Alfred 
Bartz of Sheboygan.
Manitowoc Evening Times, Thursday, August 20, 1931 P. 9
******
[Caroline HERMAN]


DAVID HERMANN

TWO BROTHERS DIE WITHIN A FEW HOURS
Response to Message of Two Rivers Brings a Like Reply
TWO RIVERS, Dec. 5.-Death took two brothers of one family within a few hours 
today. A message to Milwaukee from this city announcing the sudden death here 
of David Herman (sic), 68, brought a return message telling of the demise of 
George E. Herman, a brother in that city.
David Hermean died suddenly last night a few hours after retiring in apparent 
health, although he had been a sufferer from cancer. He was 68 years of age 
and for years operated a farm at Sandy Bay before coming here in 1916 to be 
employed with the Wisconsin Wood Products Co. He is survived by his wife, 
formerly Carolina Messman, and five children, Mrs. Ed. Kiefer, Milwaukee, Mrs. 
Robt. Glanott, Sandy Bay, Herbert of that place, Ernest, this city and Charles 
whose whereabouts are not known.
George Herman, the brother who died at Milwaukee was about the same age.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, December 5, 1925 P. 7


IRENE E. HERSHFIELD

Irene E. Hershfield, age 73, of 1513 26th St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
Sunday morning, Feb. 24, 2002 at her residence.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, 2002 at St. Luke 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will 
be the Rev. Larry Seidl, with burial to follow in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Irene was born May 7, 1928 in Kewaunee, daughter of the late George and Hilda 
Hessel Knopp. She attended schools in Kewaunee, graduating with the class of 
1946 from Kewaunee High School. On Nov. 10, 1951, she married Robert Hershfield 
in Kewaunee. Irene worked for a few years at Hamilton Industries, and later at 
tiny Tots Day Care in Two Rivers. She also worked as a teachers aide at Koenig 
Elementary School. Irene was a faithful member of St. Luke Parish, where she 
was an active member of the Ladies of St. Luke. She also volunteered a number 
of years at the St. Vincent DePaul Society. She cherished time spent with her 
family, especially her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband: Robert; four sons and daughters-in-law: Neil and 
Jo Hershfield, Midland, Mich.; Dale and Nancy Hershfield, Appleton; Marc and 
Marie Hershfield, Duluth, Minn.; and Paul and April Hershfield, Dresser, Wis.; 
seven grandchildren: Joseph and Lukas Olynyk; Michael, Stephen, Cliff, Graham 
and Grayden Hershfield; she is further survived by one sister: Shirley Geier, 
Ladysmith; one sister-in-law: Mary Ann Hershfield, Green Bay; one niece, other 
relatives and friends.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her mother-in-law and father-
in-law and one brother-in-law: Jerry Geier.
Relatives and friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 
from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening and Thursday at the church after 9 a.m. until 
the time of Mass at 10 a.m. There will be a parish wake service held at 7 p.m. 
Wednesday at the funeral home.
Herald Times Reporter, February 26, 2002  P. A3
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(07 May 1928/24 Feb 2002/SSDI)


ESTHER HEYER

Esther, a two months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Max Meyer(sic) died June 7
and was buried yesterday by Rev. C. Doehler.
The Chronicle, Tues, June 11, 1907
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Manitowoc county death record: 1907 Jun 07/HEYER Esther/v.8 p.155
*****
Name: Esther Heyer
Event Type: Death
Event Date: 1907
Event Place: Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place: Two Rivers
Gender: Female
Age: 0
Marital Status: Single
Race: w
Birth Date: 02 Apr 1907
Birth Year (Estimated): 1907
Birthplace: Two Rivers
Cemetery: Public
Father's Name: Max Heyer
Father's Birthplace: Wis
Mother's Name: Christiana Heyer
Mother's Birthplace: Wis
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907"


EMMA VOLIN HEYMAN

Mrs. Gust Heyman, 69, of 1522 Buchholz street, Two Rivers, died Monday at the 
hospital here.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., 
funeral home, Two Rivers, with burial in Pioneers Rest cemetery. The body may 
be viewed at the funeral home.
Born Emily Benesh on her parents' farm in the town of Two Creeks in 1877, the 
deceased was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Benesh. She attended rural 
school in the town and was married to Mr. Heyman in 1916. The couple have resided 
in Two Rivers ever since, where Mr. Heyman has been employed at the Hamilton 
Manufacturing company. There are no children.
Survivors, in addition to the husband, are five brothers, Edward of Two Rivers, 
Joseph and Anton on the home farm in the town of Two Creeks, James of Menominee, 
Mich., and Emil of Bismark, N.D.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 25, 1946 P. 2


GUSTAVE HEYMAN

Gustave Heyman, 75, a resident of Two Rivers for more than 40 years, was found 
dead in bed at his rooming house at 527 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, Monday noon.
Private funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Klein & 
Stangel, Inc. Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, the Rev. Frederick Marks, pastor of 
Calvary English Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, officiating. Interment will be in 
Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
He was born in Germany in 1876, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Paul Heyman. 
When he was five years old the family brought him to this country, settling in 
Sheboygan County. He came to Two Rivers about 40 years ago and for many years 
was employed at the Aluminum Goods Company. For a number of years up to his 
retirement six years ago he was a watchman at the Hamilton Manufacturing Company, 
Two Rivers. In 1916 he married the former Emma Benesh of the town of Two Creeks. 
She died in 1946.
Surviving Mr. Heyman are four daughters and a son.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 8, 1952  P. 2


OLIVER J. HICKOX

GRIM REAPER BUSY AGAIN
A message received here Saturday by relatives brought the news that Oliver 
Hickox passed away at Denver, Colo. Deceased had a wide acquaintance in this 
city where he resided up to 3 years ago when he moved west with his family on 
account of failing health. For several years he conducted the National Barber 
shop here. The remains were brought to this city for burial and rest at the 
home of Mrs. Hickox's mother, Mrs. Richard Winkelmiller. Funeral services will 
be conducted this Friday at 2 pm from the Winkelmiller home, Rev. A.D. Grey 
officiating. Besides his wife, a little son, Wesley survives and two brothers 
and two sisters. Mrs. John Bonk is a sister.
The Reporter, Thurs., Dec. 5, 1918


MABEL HILL

Mrs. William Hill, 68, of 1701 N. 15th St., Sheboygan, a native of Two 
Rivers, died early Wednesday afternoon at St. Nicholas Hospital in that 
city.
Private funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Kelin & Stangel 
Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial 
will be in Pioneeers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Hill, nee Mabel Schultz, was born March 12, 1904, at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late John and Anna Blaha Schultz. She was married Aug. 31, 1931, at 
Crown Point, Ind., to William Hill, a pitcher for the old Mirro Baseball club 
at Two Rivers. The couple moved to Sheboygan 32 years ago.
Besides her husband she leaves three sisters, Mrs. Ruth Schultz, of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Edwin MacNicoll, of Houston, Texas, and Mrs. William Crouse, of Rt. 4, 
Utica, Ky., and four brothers, Monroe, Ewald and John, of Two Rivers and Edgar, 
of Madison.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 13, 1972
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[bur. 07-14-1972/age 68 yrs.]
(12 Mar 1904/Jul 1972/SSDI)


WILLIAM F. HILL

William F. Hill, 81, of 2602 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, died late Monday afternoon 
in St. Mary Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral services will be 9:30 am Wednesday in 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapel and 10 am in St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Hill was born Dec.5, 1895 in Eveleth, Minn., son of the late Frank and Mary 
Islared Hill. He was a pitcher for the Mirro baseball team. He was employed at 
Kohler Manufacturing, Kohler, as a stock clerk in the Engineering Division. He 
married Mabel Schulz. She preceded her in death. He married Lillian Lodl Gauthier 
in 1973.
Survivors include his wife, Lillian; a step-son and step daughter-in-law, Mr. and 
Mrs. Alan Gauthier of Manitowoc and six step-grandchildren. Friends may call in 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels from 6 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Tuesday evening 
where a memorial service will be conducted at 8 o'clock
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, Aug. 29, 1978 page 2


ARTHUR HINDT

Arthur Hindt, 56, former amateur pitcher on Two Rivers teams, died last night 
at his home, 1022 20th Street, Two Rivers. He retired from work at the Aluminum 
Goods Company last January after 26 years with that company.
Mr. Hindt was born in Two Rivers in 1890. He tookk an early interest in sports 
and was a pitcher for the Rexall team there in 1914 - 1916. On Aug. 21, 1915, he 
married the former Miss Georgiana Verano. The couple has resided in Two Rivers 
ever since.
Surviving are the wife; one son, Roland of Green Bay; four daughters, Mrs. John 
Schrimpf, Mrs. George Belz, Mrs. Bernice Baker and Miss Edith Hindt, all of Two 
Rivers and four grandchildren.
A brother, Louis Hindt, two sisters, Mrs. William Kuether and Mrs. peter Koch, 
all of Two Rivers, also survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., March 7, 1947 page 2
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[Arthur H. Hindt/bur. Mar. 10]


HENRIETTA HINDT

DEATH CLAIMS MRS. C. HINDT 
Dies at Home of Her Daughter After Illness of Two Weeks 
Seriously ill for two weeks, Mrs. Charles Hindt, 65, died at the home of her 
daughter, Mrs. Alvin Wuellner on 26th street at 10:30 Wednesday night. She had 
been in ill health for several months.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete but services probably will be held Saturday 
afternoon, with the Rev. T. A. Hawkes officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers’ 
Rest cemetery. The body will be taken to the Wuellner home at 5 o’clock this 
afternoon.
Mrs. Hindt, nee Henrietta Schwartz, was born in the Tannery, town of Two Rivers, 
April 12, 1870, a daughter of Frederick and Fredericka Stechmesser Schwartz, 
pioneers of the township. Forty-six years ago she was married in this city to 
Charles Hindt, who survives her. Since their marriage they resided in Two Rivers.
Besides her husband Mrs. Hindt leaves six daughters, Mrs. Freeman Harding, Mrs. 
Ernst Voelker, Miss Laura Hindt, Mrs. Alvin Wagner, Mrs. Alvin Wuellner, and 
Mrs. Carl Stelzer, all of this city, and two sisters, Mrs. Henry Menges of the 
town of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Charles Wachholz of Santa Clara, Calif., and a 
brother, Henry Schwartz of Minneapolis. There are also 13 grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 7, 1935   P.12


JULIA HINDT

Mrs. Julia Hindt, 95, of 1918-30th St., Two Rivers, died late Saturday evening, 
Jan. 5, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Hindt, nee Julia Vogl, was born April 8, 1884, in the Town of Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late Henry and Mary Neiner Vogl. She attended a district school 
and St. Luke Parochial School and was married to Louis Hindt July 3, 1915, at 
Two Rivers. He preceded her in death May of 1976. She was a member of Two Rivers 
Senior Citizens.
Survivors include a son, Robert of Route 1, Mishicot; a daughter, Mrs. Clifford 
(Violet) Fox of Manitowoc; a brother, Elmer Vogl of Minneapolis, Minn.; three 
sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Murphy and Ms. Mary Vogl of Manitowoc and Mrs. Charolotte 
Schepelman of Phoenix, Arz., and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5 o'clock to 8 
o'clock this Monday evening and at the church after 9 a.m. Tuesday until the time 
of service.
Herald Times Reporter, January 7, 1980 P.3
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(b. 8 Apr. 1884/d. Jan. 1980/SSDI)
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Mr. Louis Hindt and Miss Julia Vogel were united in marriage at the parsonage of 
St. John's Lutheran Church, Rev. C. F. Doehler officiating. They were attended by 
Mr. Arthur Hindt and Georgiana Varno. A wedding dinner was served at the home of 
the bride's parents at which relatives and friends were present. Miss Vogel is a 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Vogel of the Rangeline and has been employed at 
Milwaukee. Mr. Hindt is an industrious young man being employed at the Aluminum 
Goods Mfg. Co., and is also a member of the Booster Club.
The Reporter, Fri., July 9, 1915


LAURA JOHANNA HINDT

Miss Laura J. Hindt, 87, of Meadowview Manor Nursing Home, died Wednesday 
evening, August 24.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Ballhorn Funeral Home. The Rev. 
Darrell W. McKay pastor of Bethel Baptist Church will officiate with burial 
at Pioneer Rest Cemetery in Two Rivers.
Miss Hindt was born October 28, 1895 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late 
Charles and Henerietta Schwartz Hindt. She was educated at Two Rivers Schools. 
Miss Hindt was a former employer of Freelanders Knitting Mill in Two Rivers, 
before moving to Sheboygan in 1942.
Survivors include 3 sisters; Viola Wagner of Manitowoc; Josephine Stelzer of 
Manitowoc, and Amanda Wuellner of Two Rivers. Also several nieces and nephews. 
She was preceded in death by 2 sisters and a niece.
Friends may call at Ballhorn Funeral Chapel, Sheboygan from 9 a.m. Saturday 
until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established in her name 
at The Bethel Baptist Church.
Herald Times Reporter, August 26, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. 08-28-1983/age 87 yrs.]
(28 Oct 1895/Aug 1983/SSDI)


LIZZIE HINDT

Death in Two Rivers on Monday of the little daughter of Charles Hindt of 
child cholera.
Der Nord Westen, Sept. 29, 1898
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(From the county death index: Lizzie Hindt d. Sept. 26, 1898 vol.6, page 106)


LOUIS HINDT

Louis Hindt, 87, of 1718-30th St., Two Rivers, died early Monday morning 
at Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Edwards Stelter will officiate with burial in Pioneers 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Hindt was born Sept. 4, 1889, at Two Rivers, son of the late Ludwig and 
Sophia Schwartz Hindt. He attended St. John Parochial School. He married 
Virginia Vogl(sic) July 3, 1915, at Two Rivers. He was employed at Hamilton 
Industries, Two Rivers for 44 years, retiring in 1957. He was a member of 
the Two Rivers Senior Citizens.
Survivors include his wife, a son, a daughter, a sister, Mrs. Peter Koch, 
of Two Rivers and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 5 to 
9 p.m. Tuesday, where members of Senior Citizens will meet in a body at 6 p.m. 
The casket will be moved to the church after 11 a.m. Wednesday, where the body 
will lie in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Monday, May 17, 1978
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
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Mr. Louis Hindt and Miss Julia Vogel were united in marriage at the parsonage of 
St. John's Lutheran Church, Rev. C. F. Doehler officiating. They were attended by 
Mr. Arthur Hindt and Georgiana Varno. A wedding dinner was served at the home of 
the bride's parents at which relatives and friends were present. Miss Vogel is a 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Vogel of the Rangeline and has been employed at 
Milwaukee. Mr. Hindt is an industrious young man being employed at the Aluminum 
Goods Mfg. Co., and is also a member of the Booster Club.
The Reporter, Fri., July 9, 1915


LUDWIG HINDT  (LOUIS)

DIED HINDT
At Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc July 9, 1900, Louis Hindt Aged 36 Years
Deceased was for several years prior to his death a resident of this city 
and was an employee of the Hamilton Manufacturing Company.  About two years 
ago he was injured by an accident at the Hamilton works, which for a time, 
it was thought would cost him his life, but after months of confinement he 
finally able to resume work again, though he was not free from pain until 
relieved by death.  He was taken to the Hospital at Manitowoc about a week 
before he died to be operated upon for appendicitis and though the operation 
was successfully performed his physical condition was not equal to the shock.
He leaves a wife and four small children in rather destitute circumstances.
His funeral took place last Wednesday from the German Lutheran church in this 
city.
The Chronicle, Two Rivers, Wisconsin, Tuesday, July 17, 1900
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
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From Der Nord Westen, 12 July 1900:
Death Mon. afternoon in a local hospital of Louis Hindt of Two Rivers, following an
appendix operation. The deceased was 36 yrs. of age and leaves a widow and 4 children.
The body was taken to Two Rivers for burial.
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Louis Hindt
birth: 1862 Germany
death: 9 July 1900 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1900 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: John Hindt
mother: Wilhelmine
spouse: Sophia Hindt
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


GEORGE P. HINKLEY

Heart Attack Claims Geo. Hinkley, 62
George P. Hinkley, 62, 852 Point Basse Avenue, Nekoosa, died suddenly of a 
heart attack at 11:15 Thursday morning after being stricken while at work on 
a house under construction in Nekoosa. Taken to the doctor's office, he was 
pronounced dead on arrival. Funeral arrangements, in charge of Krohn-Berard, 
had not been completed today and will be announced Saturday. Burial is to take 
place in Two Rivers. Mr. Hinkley, a resident of Nekoosa for the past 20 years, 
had been in poor health about three years.
He was born in Bemidji, Minn., April 8, 1886, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Augustus 
Hinkley. His first wife, the former Mary Prentice preceded him in death. On 
December 17, 1927, he married Mrs. Eleanor Baum, who survives.
Other survivors are his mother, now residing in Nekoosa; two sons, Stanley, 
Des Moines, Ia., and Capt. Harold Hinkley, serving with the army of occupation 
in Japan; one daughter, Mrs. Patrick Eades, Sand Point, Ida.; one step son, 
Clarence Baum, Santa Ana, Cal.; and one sister, Miss Ursel Hinkley, Nekoosa.
Wisconsin Rapids Tribune, Fri., July 9, 1948 page 11
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(George Percy Hinkley/8 Apr. 8, 1884/Jul 8, 1948/2nd husband of Eleanor Kempfert)


DR. HENRY M. HITTNER

Hittner: At his home in this city, June 19th, 1892, of heart
failure, Henry M. Hittner, M.D., aged 51 years.
Dr. Hittner, whose sudden death so startled the city last Sunday
morning, was one of our best and most enterprising citizens and
was a very popular and successful physician. He came to Mishicott
about twelve years ago and for a few years made that village his
home, where he owned a handsome residence, but a few years ago he
built a Sanitarium in this city and since its completion has 
spent the greater portion of his time here.  He was born in 
Bavaria, April 28th, 1841. In early life he came to this country
and settled at Cincinnati, where he studied and practiced 
medicine. During the War he served in Army hospitals as assistant
surgeon and attendant.  He leaves a wife, two sons and four
daughters. His son James is a practicing physician at Seymour,
and his other son, Henry, is pursuing the study of medicine. His
daughters are all trained musicians and two of them, Maggie and
Katie, hold professional engagements in New York. His oldest
daughter, Mrs. Lukow, is a resident of St. Paul, and his youngest,
Bertha, is a student in our High School.
The funeral takes place tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock. He was a
Mason and will be buried with the usual Masonic rites. He was 
also a member of the Order of Herman Sons and his brethren of 
that order will act as a guard of honor.
Manitowoc Co. Chronicle, Two Rivers, Tuesday, June 21, 1892
*******
Death on Sun. morning in Two Rivers of Dr. Henry M. Hittner, one of our
leading citizens. He was born 28 Apr. 1841, came to America as a child, studied
medicine here and returned to Germany for advanced medical studies in Berlin and
Göttingen. The decedent, who died of a heart attack, is survived by a widow and 6
children. Burial was on Wed.
Der Nord Westen, 23 June 1892
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DR. HITTNER of Mishicott died on Sunday morning last of apoplexy. He was 57 
years of age. For some time his residence was divided between Two Rivers and 
Mishicott. He was a man much above the average in ability and enjoyed keenly 
the good things of life.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 23, 1892


KATHRYNE HITTNER

Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Fiday at the Muehl Funeral Home at Seymour 
for Miss Kathryn Hittner, 84, a former Two Rivers resident, who died at a Bonduel 
rest home on Wednesday.
Miss Hittner was born at Cincinatti, Ohio, Sept. 26, 1871, a daughter of the late 
Dr. and Mrs. H. M. Hittner, and when she was a child she was brought to Two Rivers 
by the family where her father was a practicing physician for many years. She 
attended the Two Rivers schools and continued her study of music in New York City 
and Europe.
Miss Hittner taught voice, violin and piano in Chicago for a number of years. She 
spent the summers at her cottage on Loon Lake, Shawano County, and in recent years 
wintered at Seymour.
The only survivors are a sister, Mrs. Bertha Libby of Seymour, and a niece and 
three nephews. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 8, 1955  P. 17 
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[Kathryn Hittner]


MARGARET D. HITTNER

Mrs. Margaret Hittner, 89, died at 9 o'clock Friday morning at the home of her 
daughter, Mrs. George Libby at Seymour, with whom she had lived for 28 years. 
She was the wife of Dr. Henry M. Hittner of Two Rivers.
Survivors include two sons, Dr. Henry M. Hittner, of Kansas City, Mo., and Dr. 
James Hittner of Seymour; three daughters, Mrs. J.R. Zettleman and Miss 
Katherine Hittner, both of Chicago and Mrs. Libby of Seymour; four grandchildren 
and three great grandchildren.
Appleton Post Crescent, Sat., Nov. 1, 1930 page 4
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Wife of Builder of First Three Story Structure Here Dies
The remains of Mrs. Henry Hittner, whose husband, Dr. Henry Hittner, erected 
the first three story business block in Two Rivers over forty years ago, arrived 
here this afternoon from Seymour, Wis., and were laid to rest besides those of 
her husband. The Hittners left here some 25 years ago to locate at Seymour. Dr. 
Hittner passed away in 1902. Mrs. Hittner is about 80 years of age.
Dr. Hittner erected the building now occupied by the Jansky Furniture Co., and 
intended to use it as a hospital. He later sold it to the Kirst interests.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, Nov. 3, 1930 page 14


MARY HLAWACEK

Mrs. Emil Hlawacek, 72, if 1820 21st St., Two Rivers, died early Saturday at 
Two Rivers Muncipal Hospital where she had been a patient since Thursday.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 8:15 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers’ Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Hlawacek, nee Mary Wondrash, was born in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee 
County, on March 4, 1884, a daughter of the late Mat and Mary Lukes Wondrash. 
When she was four years old the family brought her to Two Rivers where she 
resided since..(two lines underinked)..1936 she was married to Emil Hlawacek, 
who survives her.
A member of St. John Church, Mrs. Hlawacek was long affiliated with the Lucie 
Conant Study Club, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary and the Golden Agers. 
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. John Kotarek of Two Rives; five 
sons, Norman, Arnold, John and Orville Messman of Two Rivers and Raymond Messman 
of Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 7, 1956  P.13


MARIE HOEFERT

Mrs. William (Marie) Hoefert, 89, died early Friday morning, April 21, 1989. 
Funeral services will be 2:30 pm Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel. 
Burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Hoefert was born September 8, 1899 at Mishicot, daughter of the late Peter 
and Bertha Dose. She married William Hoefert on March 25, 1920 at Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death in 1968.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Ethel and Paul Neveau of Green 
Bay, Helen and Joseph Taylor of Panama City, Florida; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. 
Arthur (Muriel) Hoefert of Kenosha, Wisconsin; a sister-in-law, Mrs. William 
(Helen) Dose; 8 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and one great great 
grandchild also survive. She was preceded in death by a son, Arthur and four 
brothers, Charles, William, Herman and John.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, 1 pm Saturday 
and until the hour of service at 2:30 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Apr. 21, 1989 page B8
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(8 Sept. 1899/Apr. 1989/SSDI)


WILLIAM P. HOEFERT

William P. Hoefert, 70, of 2123 Jefferson St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
of a heart attack at his home early Monday morning.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers. Burial will be in Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery;
Mr. Hoefert was born Aug. 6, 1897, at Two Rivers, a son of the late Emil and 
Elizabeth Christoffel Hoefert. He attended Two Rivers public schools and in 
the early 1920’s joined the regular Two Rivers Fire Dept., serving for 22 years. 
He then became the operator of the former Commercial Hotel at Kewaunee, which he 
conducted for nine years. For six years and until his retirement five years ago 
he was employed at the Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers. He was longtime member of 
the Two Rivers Lodge No. 66, IOOF.
Surviving are his wife, the former Marie Dose, whom he married March 25, 1920, 
at Two Rivers; two daughters, Mrs. Paul (Ethel) Neveau of Green Bay and Mrs. 
Joseph (Helen) Taylor of Rantoul, Ill.; a son Arthur, of Kenosha; two sisters, 
Mrs. Henry Flora) Krueger and Mrs. Jennie Schmeichel, of Two Rivers; eight grand-
children and one great grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 15, 1968  P. 5
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(6 Aug. 1897/July 1968/SSDI)


AMALIE HOEPNER

Mrs. Hoepner of Two Rivers died last week. She was a sister of Jule Linstedt.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 14, 1881
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(Note: Spelled Hopner in marriages)


HENRY HOEPNER

Father of Mrs. Nash Dead
Henry Hoepner, a retired farmer who has made his home in Two Rivers for a 
number of years, died at the Holy Family hospital at Manitowoc Saturday evening, 
death being due to heart trouble. The funeral will be held from the home, Twenty-
sixth street, tomorrow Tuesday afternoon, Rev. T. A. Hawkes officiating at the 
services. Burial will be at Pioneer’s Rest. 
Henry Hoepner was born in the town of Mishicot in 1853 and was seventy-two at the 
time of his death. He was married in 1881 to Miss Ida Jessen, the widow who with 
one daughter, Mrs. Noel Nash of this city, survives him. Two grandchildren also 
survive him.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 24, 1925  P.2

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Henry Hoepner, a well known resident of this city almost his entire life time, passed away at Holy Family hospital Saturday evening after an illness of several months, death being due to complications incident to advancing age.  Deceased was 72 years of age, a native of the Town of Mishicot. His parents moved to this city when he was a young lad and his residence here was unbroken except for a few years when he was engaged in the pickling business at Manitowoc.
As a young man he was engaged as a wood turner in the chair factory of the Two Rivers Manufacturing Co.  Later he engaged in the fuel business and the last five years he lived a retired life. In 1881 he was married to Ida Kasten who with one daughter, Mrs. Noel Nash, survive him. Honesty and reliability were his ideals of good citizenship which he lived up to assiduously. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the home and the services were conducted by the Rev. T. A. Hawkes.
The Reporter - Fri., Aug. 28, 1925

IDA HOEPNER

Mrs. Ida Hoepner, 82, lifelong resident of the county, died early Sunday 
morning at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital where she had been a patient for 
one month.
She was the widow of Henry Hoepner and made her home at 2607 Forest avenue, 
Two Rivers. 
Funeral services will beheld Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Beduhn 
funeral home at Two Rivers. The Rev. T. A. Hawkes of Grace Congregational church 
will officiate and interment will be made in Pioneers’ Rest cemetery.
Born at Shoto, Sept. 23, 1858, Mrs. Hoepner resided there until her marriage 
Oct. 15, 1881. From 1902 to 1907 the Hoepners resided in Manitowoc. Mrs. Hoepner 
died in 1925.
Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Noel Nash of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. 
William Schlei and Mrs. Gottlieb Winter of Manitowoc; one brother, Carl Kasten 
of Manitowoc; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home until the time of the funeral. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 9, 1940  P. 5


GRACE J. HOGAN

Grace J. Hogan, age 77, a long time resident of Sturgeon Bay, died Thursday 
April 29, 1999, in Washington D.C. 
Funeral Services will be held 1:30 p.m. Thursday May 6, 1999, at Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Rev. William O'Brien will officiate, with 
burial in Pioneer's Rest Cemetery. 
She was born February 5, 1922, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Charles and 
Mathilda Gullicksen Houghton. Grace was a graduate of Lincoln High School. She 
married Joseph Hogan April 1943, in Sturgeon Bay. He preceded her in death in 
1977. Grace was employed as a surgical nurse at Door County Memorial Hospital 
for many years until her retirement. 
Survivors include three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Mary Jane and Edward 
Ettner, Washington D.C., Dorothy Melchert, Two Rivers, Marian and Roland 
Schwitzgoebel, Marquette, Mich.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many 
friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Gordon 
Houghton and two sisters, Margaret Klehm and Gladys Ott. 
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home on Thursday, from noon until 
the time of services at 1:30 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 4, 1999  p.A2
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(05 Feb 1922/15 Apr 1999/SSDI)


AUGUST C. HOHN

Funeral services for August C. Hohn, 69, of 1726-28th St., Two Rivers, retired 
Two Rivers pharmachist who died unexpectedly Monday at home, will be at 1:30 p.m. 
at Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. A.L. Schmeling 
officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Hohn was born Aug. 27, 1902, at Lyndhurst, Shawano County, son of the late 
William and Hulda Metzel Hohn. He attended Lyndhurst public schools and was 
graduated from Shawano High School and from the School of Pharmacy at the 
University of Wisconsin, Madison. He had been a pharmacist for 45 years in the 
Two Rivers-Manitowoc area. He was a member of the Manitowoc County Pharmacists 
Assn. One of the founders of Our Savior church, he was a past president of the 
church council of which he was a member for 12 yers.
Besides his wife, the former Olivia Hacker, of Manitowoc, whom he married 
Nov. 10, 1928, at Madison, he leaves two sons, a brother, William of Slinger 
and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 4 o'clock 
until 9 o'clock this Tuesday evening. The casket will be taken to the church 
at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 7, 1971


OLIVIA A. HOHN

Mrs. Olivia Hohn, 83, a resident of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died 
late Saturday night, January 24, 1987 at Hamilton Memorial Home. Funeral 
services will be 1 pm Wednesday at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. 
Rev. Paul Sullivan will officiate with burial to follow at Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Hohn was born April 9, 1903 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Emil and 
Ida Franke Hacker. She attended grade school and high school at Manitowoc. Mrs. 
Hohn was employed for some time at Schuette Bros. and later at JC Penney. She 
married August Hohn on November 10, 1928 at Madison. He preceded her in death 
December 6, 1971. 
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Davis and Jacqueline Hohn of 
Brookfield, Wisconsin and Wayne and Marlene Hohn of Cedarburg, Wisconsin and 
three grandchildren, Jennifer, Kristin and Susan.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 4 pm to 7 pm 
Tuesday and after 12 noon on Wednesday at the church until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Jan. 28, 1987 page 19
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(09 Apr 1903/Jan 1987/SSDI)


JAN HOLLUB

After an illness of four months John Helup(sic) died of dropsy Saturday in 
Two Rivers. He was 50 years old. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, Oct. 18, 1906
*******
Mr. John Holup(sic) died last Saturday. He was buried Tuesday afternoon. Mr. 
John Nespor of Manitowoc delivered the funeral oration, which was in the 
Bohemian language. Mr. Holup was well known in the northern part of the county, 
having lived at Tisch Mills for many years. Only a few years ago he moved to 
this city.
Two Rivers Reporter, Sat., Oct. 20, 1906
*******
John Hollub
birth: 14 March 1848 Germany
death: 13 October 1906 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1906 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: Joseph Hollub
mother: Catherine
spouse: Catherine
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(John Hollub/d. Oct. 13, 1906/co. death index v.8 p.93)


KATHERINE HOLLUB

Mrs. Katherine Hollub Is Found Dead In Home
HEART ATTACK IS BLAMED BY CORONER RAU
Daughter Finds Body In The Basement of House Sunday Evening
Mrs. Katherine Hollub, 78, a well known resident of this city, 
was found dead in the basement of her home on Eighteenth street, 
opposite the new post office property, at six o'clock Sunday 
night by a daughter from Manitowoc, who came to visit her.
Coroner Gerald A. Rau, who was summoned to the home, announced 
that the aged resident had died as a result of a heart attack.
When Mrs. William Wegener, of Manitowoc, a daughter, who fomerly 
resided here, came to visit her mother she found the doors locked. 
She became alarmed and called a neighbor, John Schmitt, who forced 
the door to gain entrance. Mrs. Hollub, who previously had enjoyed 
good health, was found dead on the basement floor.
Born in Bohemia April 21, 1854, Mrs. Hollub came to this country 
and settled in Tisch Mills at the age of 18 years. Thirty-three 
years ago the couple took up their residence in this city, with Mr. 
Hollub preceding her in death here 26 years ago.
Mrs. Hollub is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Frances Koch, of 
Junction City, Wis.; Mrs. Mary Zahorik, of Tisch Mills; Mrs. Emma 
Rost, of Decatur, Ill.; and Mrs. Antoinette Wegener of Manitowoc. 
There are also 15 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
Funeral servuces will be held in the C.J. Jansky funeral home at two 
o'clock Wednesday afternoon, with the Rev. T.A. Hawkes officiating. 
Interment will be at Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 23, 1933 P.11


DAVID R. HOLMES

David R. Holmes 83, retired Two Rivers contractor, died suddenly early today 
at his home, 2807 Forest avenue, Two Rivers. He has been in ill health since 
July.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Klein and Stangel Inc. 
funeral home. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
He was born in Harbor Beach, Mich., in 1860 and became a logger in upper Michigan 
and Wisconsin. In 1893 he married Miss Eliza Worley. The couple observed their 
golden wedding last month.
Following their marriage the couple resided in Chicago for a number of years 
where Mr. Holmes did construction work. The family moved to Two Rivers in 1914 
where Mr. Holmes did excavating work, retiring ten years ago.
Survivors are the widow, four daughters, Mrs. Ross Cutting of Baltic, Ohio, Mrs. 
Wayne Ackerman of Mogadore, Ohio and Helen and Frances at home; four sons, 
James S. Holmes of Washington, D. C., Warren G. Holmes of Marshfield, Herbert L. 
Holmes of Two Rivers and Olive W. Holmes of Madison.
Twelve grandchildren and two great grandchildren also survive.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Saturday at 10 a.m. until the 
hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 30, 1943  P. 2


ELIZA ANN HOLMES

Mrs. David Holmes, 86, of 1217-A S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died at Manitowoc 
County Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Jens Funeral home, Manitowoc, 
with the Rev. Donald T. Stannard officiating. Burial will be in Pioneer’s Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Holmes was born Eliza Ann Worley Dec. 2, 1875, at Sheffield, England, 
daughter of the late Joseph and Eliza Cleg Worley. At the age of 16 she came 
to Canada, later residing at Chicago, Manistee, Mich., Two Rivers and Manitowoc. 
She was married to David Holmes Nov. 28, 1893, at Chicago. Her husband, a 
contractor, preceded her in death in 1943. She was a member of Wesley Methodist 
Church. 
Among survivors are three sons, Warren of Barneveld, Wis., Herbert of Milton, 
Wis., and Oliver of Vernon, Wis.; four daughters, Mrs. Herbert Ansorge of 
Manitowoc, Mrs. Ross Cutting of Cleveland, Ga., Mrs. Wayne Ackerman of Massilin, 
Ohio, and Miss Frances of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Mary Jane Davison of Maywood, 
Ill.; 18 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and a great great grandchild, and 
nieces and nephews. Two brothers also preceded her in death.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 12, 1962  P. 5


FRANCES M. HOLMES

Frances M. Holmes, age 79, former (sic) of 1428 N. 8th St., Manitowoc, died 
Sunday, August 20, 2000, at the Manitowoc County Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, August 22, 2000 at First 
Lutheran Church. Rev. Steven Solberg will officiate with burial to follow at 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery in Two rivers.
Frances was born Oct. 19, 1920, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late David and 
Eliza Worley Holmes. She attended school in Two Rivers. Frances worked for 
many years at Memorial Hospital in Manitowoc. Frances was a member of First 
Lutheran Church, First Lutheran Church Women, the Snip and Sew group of First 
Lutheran. In the past Frances did volunteer work in the kitchen at the Manitowoc 
Senior Center and was a member of the Wisconsin Womens Bowling Association.
Survivors include one sister and brother-in-law, Helen (Herbert) Ansorge of 
Manitowoc; one sister-in-law Hazel Holmes of Middleton, WI; nieces, nephews, 
great nieces, great nephews, great-great nieces, great-great nephews and friends 
survive. She was preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters.
Relatives and friends may call at First Lutheran Church on Tuesday from 12 noon 
until the time of services at 1 p.m.
Memorials would be appreciated for First Lutheran Church.
Jens Family Funeral Home is serving the family.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Monday, August 21, 2000 pg. A2
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(19 Oct 1920/20 Aug 2000/SSDI)


GLADYS HOLSWORTH 

The death of Mrs. Gladys Holworth, nee Thompson, aged 24, took place at her home 
in Pontiac, Mich., on Friday from pneumonia. The remains were brought here to the 
home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Thompson and the funeral was Wednesday 
afternoon, Rev. T.T. Holway conducting the services. Deceased leaves her husband 
and three children.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 19, 1920


ANNA HOLTZ

Mrs. John Holtz, 92, former resident of the Town of Manitowoc, died early 
Monday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edward Musil, of Rt. 3, West 
Bend, following a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. T. F. Uetzmann officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
She was born Anna Oestreich Sept. 20, 1869, in the Town of Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late August and Caroline Krause Oestreich. She was married Nov. 24, 1893, 
at Manitowoc to John Holtz. The family farmed in the Town of Manitowoc and after 
eight years moved to a farm in the Town of Two Rivers. The family later returned 
to the Town of Manitowoc. She was a member of the Good Cheer Club. Her husband 
preceded her in death 20 years ago.
Among survivors are four sons, Eugene of Maywood, Calif., Ervin of Manitowoc, 
Reuben of Milwaukee and Norman of Pewaukee; five daughters, Mrs. Nora Hayes of 
Reedsville, Mrs. Edward Musil of West Bend and Mrs. Anton Skarda, Mrs. Walter 
Hoeffner and Mrs. Harry Snyder of Manitowoc; 34 grandchildren and 47 great grand-
children.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
until 10 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body 
will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 27, 1962  P. 15


GERHARDT HOLTZ

Gerhardt Holtz, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Holtz residing north of 
the city, failed to rally following an operation for appendicitis 
and died at the hospital at 2 o'clock this morning. The funeral 
will be held Monday from the home with services at the Lutheran 
church at Eighth and Marshall street, at 12:45 at noon, the Rev. 
Kark Machmiller officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen cemetery.
Gerhardt Holtz was born at the farm home near this city and only 
recently celebrated his eighteenth birthday. He attended the local 
schools. Surviving him are his parents, four brothers, Eugene, 
Irwin, Reuben and Norman and five sisters, Mrs. August Haese of 
Reedsville, Mrs. Anton Skarda of this city, Mrs. Edward Musil of 
Milwaukee, Erna and Helen, at home.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, November 21, 1925 P.2
*********
It appears the newspaper was in error as to the cemetery, because
he is in this one and not Evergreen.


REINHOLD F. HOLTZ

A 4-yr. old son of Eastwin resident John Holtz died Mon. from diphtheria.
Der Nord Westen, 14 Dec. 1905
*******
Reinhold, the four year old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Holtz, died last Monday 
morning of diphtheria. Reinhold was a bright and loving boy and all who knew 
him were grieved to think they could not look upon his face one more or follow 
his remains to his last resting place. He was buried Monday evening at the Two 
Rivers cemetery. Two more of the family are afflicted with the dreaded disease 
but we hope Mr. and Mrs. Holtz will not be called upon to give up others of 
their dear ones.
Manitowoc Pilot, December 14, 1905
*******
Rinold Holtz
birth: 24 December 1901 Manitowoc
death: 4 December 1905 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1905 Two Rivers
father: John Holtz
mother: Annie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


AUGUST JOHN HOPP

August Hopp, 83, formerly of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, Town of Manitowoc died Friday 
afternoon at Maplecrest Sanatorium, Whitelaw, where he had been a patient 
nearly three years.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. A. L. Schmeling officiating. Burial will be in Pioneer’s 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Hopp was born Jan. 2, 1886, in the Town of Manitowoc, a son of the late 
Cristoph and Johanna Schroeder Hopp. He attended the district grade school and 
St. John Parochial School at Two Rivers. Never married, he operated the 
homestead farm until his illness two years ago.
Survivors include two nieces and a nephew. 
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 7 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 31, 1968  P. 8 
********
(02 Jan 1886/Aug 1968/SSDI)
********
WOMAN AND SON, SHOT BY KIN
An argument over his taking a shotgun to the field with him Wednesday ended in 
the accidental shooting of his sister and nephew, August Hopp, 44, a farmer four 
miles north of here, told Sheriff Herman Carstens. The bullet penetrated the 
hand of Mrs. Ada Raatz and struck her son, Earle, 19, in the face, according 
to the report. Both were taken to the hospital at Two Rivers. Hopp made no 
resistance to the sheriff and is being held here without charge pending outcome 
of the injuries of his relations. Mrs. Raatz was also her brother's housekeeper.
Called to the farm by a neighbor who found Mrs. Raatz wandering over the fields 
crying for help. Sheriff Carstens questioned the farmer. Hopp said there was no 
scuffle over the gun. According to the sheriff, Hopp said his sister feared he 
was taking the gun to commit suicide in some secluded nook on the farm and 
ordered him to leave the weapon in the house. During the heat of the argument, 
according to the story, the gun was discharged, the charge striking the woman 
and her son.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 5, 1930


CHRISTOPH HOPP

Christ Hopp, aged __ years, passed away this morning at the home of his son, 
August, of Route 7, Manitowoc, of infirmities of old age, ___ being seriously 
ill for a week. He was a native of Germany and came to this country at the age 
of seven. He engaged in fishing out of Manitowoc and later moved to a farm in 
the town of Manitowoc. He was married to Johanna Schroeder of Manitowoc who 
died thirty-three years ago. Three children survive, Rev. Henry Hopp of Daggett, 
Mich., Mrs. Ida Raetz of Route 7 and August Hopp. The funeral will be held 
Wednesday afternoon from the home at one o’clock and at two o’clock from the 
St. John’s Lutheran church at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 22, 1928  P.10 
********
[Christopher Hopp]


JOHANNA HOPP

From Der Nord Westen, 21 Mar. 1895:
Death of a daughter of Mr. Schröder, who lives between Manitowoc and Two
Rivers. She had a blood blister removed by the doctor, but when the swelling
returned her father chose to cut it out himself. She died the next day.
******
From Der Nord Westen, 04 Apr. 1895:
(The newspaper printed a disclaimer in the cause of death of Mrs. Hopp as a 
result of Mr. Schröder's home operation. The decedent's husband, Chris. Hopp, 
also participated in the operation.)
*******
Johanna Maria Friederich Hopp
birth: 8 July 1856 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
death: 4 March 1895 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Manitowoc
father: Johann Schroeder
mother: Friederike Mickels
spouse: Christoph Hopp
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


CATHERINA HOPPEN

From Der Nord Westen, 13 Oct. 1887:
Death of Mrs. Peter Hoppen on Wed. morning about 5am in Town 
Mischott of stomach cancer. She was about 60 years old and was 
a relative of the Wagner family of Mishicott. She will be buried 
in Two Rivers.
(She and Peter are on the 1880 census for Mishicot. Surname
spelled Hoppoen on the census.)


PETER HOPPEN

From Der Nord Westen, 19 Sep. 1901:
Death in Two Rivers on Thurs. last week of Peter Hoppen, one of the 
oldest settlers in our county. Hoppen was born in Trier in 1813 and 
came to America in 1850. He settled first in Town Meeme, but in 1868 
moved to a farm in Town Mishicott. He is survived by 2 daughters, 
both of whom live in Two Rivers. His funeral was held Sun.
*********
Peter Hoppen, one of the early settlers of this county died at the home of his 
daughter, Mrs. P. Wagner of this city on Thursday last and was buried on Sunday, 
C. Pahlkoetter delivering the funeral address. He was born in Trier, Germany in 
1813 and came to this country in 1850, settled in the Town of Meeme. He was 
married in 1852 and in 1868 settling on a farm in the Town of Mishicot. His wife 
died in 1878(sic). Another daughter, Mrs. Jos. Wolters resides in this city.
The Chronicle, Tues., Sept. 17, 1901 
*********
(He and Catherine are on the 1880 census for Mishicot. Surname
spelled Hoppoen on the census.)


HARVEY HORN

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 05 Feb.)
Hermann Horn, a son-in-law of Carl Zimmermann, lost a small child 
on same day Carl Zimmerman died. Burial was Sun.
Der Nord Westen, 08 Feb. 1900 
*******
Mr. and Mrs. Herman Horn lost their infant son last Friday. The child was 
about 4 months old and had been ill for some time.
The Chronicle, Tues., May 6, 1900
*******
Harvey Horn
birth: 9 November 1899 Two Rivers, Wis.
death: 2 February 1900 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1900 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: Herman Horn
mother: Lizzie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


HERMAN HORN

Herman Horn, 80, 2106 Washington St., Two Rivers, one of Wisconsin's oldest
industrial plant workers in point of service, who had been employed at the F.
Eggers Plywood & Veneer Company, Two Rivers, for nearly 64 years, died at Two
Rivers Municipal Hospital early Sunday morning, where he had been a patient
for four days.
Mr. Horn had been honored yearly in the past 13 years on his birthday by the
Eggers firm, with which concern he had served as a foreman in the sanding
department for more than 40 years and was serving in a supervisory capacity 
for a number of years. Last year the Eggers company presented him with an all-
expense trip to a Milwaukee Braves game.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John Lutheran Church,
Two Rivers, the Revs. W.G. Haase and Frederic Zarling officiating. Burial will
be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Horn was born in Glowitz, Germany, on Nov. 27, 1873, a son of the late Mr.
and Mrs. Henry Horn Sr. The same year of his birth the family brought him to
this country to Tigerton, Wis., where he spent his boyhood days. He came to
Two Rivers in September of 1890, and took employment with the Eggers firm. He
married the former Louise Zimmerman in Two Rivers in 1898. She preceded him
in death six years ago.
Surviving Mr. Horn are a daughter, Mrs. Rita Mahnke of Sheboygan, a son, 
Richard C. Horn of Two Rivers; five sisters, the Misses Minnie and Louise Horn
and Mrs. George Jolin of Tigerton, Mrs. Louis Wotruba of Clintonville and Mrs.
Ida Krenke of Two Rivers; a brother, Henry Horn of Two Rivers, and two grand-
children, Judith and Neal Mahnke of Sheboygan.
Friends may call at the Beduhn, Deja & Martin Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers,
until 11 a.m., Tuesday when the casket will be taken to the church where the 
body will lie in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 28, 1954  p.17


LOUISE HORN

Mrs. Herman Horn, 73, of 2106 Washington street, Two Rivers, died last night
at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the St. James Lutheran
church, Two Rivers, with burial in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Horn, nee Louise Zimmermann, was born in Two Rivers in 1874 and in 1898
was married to Herman Horn. She was a member of the Ladies Aid society of the
church.
Survivors are her husband; son, Richard of Two Rivers; daughter, Mrs. Raymond
Mahnke of Sheboygan; brother, Ernest of Two Rivers; sister, Mrs. Robert Eisel
of Chicago, and two grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home, Two Rivers, after 2 p.m.
Wednesday and will be moved to the church at 11 a.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 10, 1948  p.2
********
[Louise Maria Horn]


EMMA HORSTMANN

Mrs. Fred Horstmann, 86, of 1317 S. 15th St., Manitowoc died late Monday night 
at park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. T. F. Uetzmann officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Horstmann was born Emma Nischke June 30, 1875, at Bonduel, daughter of the 
late Mr. and Mrs. William Nischke. She was married to Fred Horstmann April 6, 
1907, at Two Rivers. They farmed in the Town of Two Rivers for 20 years before 
moving to Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, a brother, Arthur, of Two Rivers and two sisters, 
Mrs. Ella Lenhardt and Mrs. Clara Mertens, of Manitowoc. Three brothers and two 
sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Wednesday until 10:30 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 10, 1961  P. 11
********
[Emma Augus. HORSTMAN]


FRED HORSTMANN

Fred Horstmann, 86, formerly of 1317 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
afternoon. He had a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. T. F. Uetzmann officiating.  Burial will be 
in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Horstmann was born March 31, 1878, in the Town of Two Rivers, son of the 
late Herman and Fredericka Nickels Horstmann. He married Emma Nischke April 6, 
1907, at Two Rivers and the couple farmed 20 years in the Town of Two Rivers, 
moving to Manitowoc where Mr. Horstmann had a milk route. His wife died Oct. 9, 
1961.
Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Dora Habeck, of Wrightstown, three nephews and a 
niece. 
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Friday until noon Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church here 
the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 16, 1964  P. 16
********
(31 Mar. 1878/Apr. 1964/SSDI)


ANTON HRONEK

DROPS DEAD FROM STROKE OF APOPLEXY
Anton Hronek, 63, for 25 years a resident of this city, dropped dead 
yesterday afternoon at his home on Forrest avenue following a stroke 
of apoplexy. Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 
from the home and at two o'clock from the Grace congregational church.
Before locating in Two Rivers the deceased for years was a blacksmith 
at King's Bridge. Besides his widow he is survived by one step-son, a 
sister, Mrs. Katherine Kunze of Francis Creek and six brothers, 
including John Hronek of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, August 22, 1930 P.15


CHRISTINA HRONEK

FIND MISSING WOMAN DEAD ON BANK OF RIVER
Mrs. Anton Hronek, of Two Rivers, Ends Her Own Life
By Staff Correspondent
TWO RIVERS, March 17.-Disappearing from her home sometime between midnight 
and 4 o'clock this morning, Mrs. Anton Hronek, well known resident of the 
city, was found dead on the river bank some distance from the house when 
search was instituted for her by her husband when he discovered her absence. 
Mrs. Hronek is believed to have ended her life with poison although no trace 
of the vial or bottle was found. Investigation developed that Mrs. Hronek 
had purchased a quantity of carbolic acid at a local drug store a day or two 
ago.
Mrs. Hronek retired with her husband at 11 o'clock last night but was unable 
to sleep. When Mr. Hronek woke at 4 this morning he found his wife missing 
and alarmed when he failed to find her in the house, he instituted search and 
discovered the body on the river bank. To all appearances Mrs. Hronek had 
determeined to take her life by drowning but changed her mind and had turned 
to retrace her steps to the house, footprints showing this.
According to friends Mrs. Hronek has worried over gossip circulated in the 
neighborhood and had not been well. It is believed that despondency prompted 
the act while her mind was unbalanced. She was 53 (sic) years of age and is 
survived by her husband. The domestic life of the Hroneks is said to have been 
happy.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, March 17, 1925 P.2


MARY DET HRONEK

Mrs. Mary Hronek, 63, Two Rivers, who had been seriously ill for the past five 
months and in ill health for the past year, died at the municipal hospital in 
that city shortly before 6 p.m. Saturday.
Funeral services are to be held Wednesday morning at 8:30 from the Klein & 
Stangel, Inc., funeral home and at 9 o'clock from St. Luke's Catholic church. 
The rites will be conducted by the Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo. Burial will be 
in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
Mrs. Hronek, nee Mary Mertens, was born in Escanaba, Mich., on December 5, 1875.
Survivors are one son, Ralph Dett of Chicago; two sisters, Mrs. Ed. Wacek and 
Mrs. George Flegle, both of Two Rivers; two brothers, Joseph and William Mertens, 
also of Two Rivers; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
The body was taken to the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral parlors where it may 
be viewed after 7 p.m. today until the time of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 18, 1938 P. 2


ADELBERT HUDSON     (d. 1920)

DIED IN SEATTLE
Friends and relatives received word Sunday from Mrs. Frank Zlatnik at Seattle, 
Wash., that her brother, Bert Hudson, passed away there, a victim of tuberculosis. 
Mrs. Zlatnik who resides in Arizona had gone to Seattle when apprised of the 
serious illness of her brother. The remains are enroute to this city and will be 
brought to the Grace Congregational Church where the funeral services are to be 
held Saturday afternoon, Rev. Holway officiating.
Deceased was born in this city about 35 years ago. He resided in this city most 
of his life. For the past few years he has been in the west. He leaves a widow, 
two sisters, Mrs. Frank Zlatnik and Mrs. Norman Leyse of Kewaunee and two brothers, 
Frank and Roland, both of whom are in far away China.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 28, 1920


MARY EMMA HUDSON

Death of Mary Emma Hudson, wife of Mr. Adelbert Hudson in Two
Rivers on Wed., 01 May. She was 33 yrs. old and leaves her husband 
and several small children.
Der Nord Westen, 09 May 1889
********
Mrs. A. Hudson of Two Rivers died on Wednesday last.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, May 9, 1889 P. 5


CALLA HUEBNER

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 26 June) 
Held Sat. was the funeral of the 13-yr. old daughter of Town 
Manitowoc resident Wilhelm Huebner, who had died on Thurs. from 
terror. The child was playing in the garden of the old residence 
in her bare feet and stepped off the path onto a snake. The snake 
was of a harmless variety, but the child reacted so violently that 
she fell into convulsions and died in the presence of the doctor 
who was called.
Der Nord Westen, 29 June 1905
*******
Death caused by Fright
Last Thursday, while playing in the garden, little Calla Huebner, the pretty 
twelve year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm Huebner, whose home is a few miles 
west of this city stepped upon a snake which wriggled and twisted itself about 
her leg and so frightened the child that she fell in a faint from which she 
never revived. She was carried into the house and Dr. Currens of this city, 
hastily summoned but death took place before his arrival. Her death was due to 
heart lesion by fright. Mr. and Mrs. Huebner are well known and very estimable 
people and they have the sympathy of a large circle of friends and neighbors in 
their deep sorrow. The funeral of their beloved daughter took place in this city 
from the Evangelical church on Sunday afternoon.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., June 27, 1905
*********
same edition
The funeral of Mr.and Mrs. Wm Huebner's daughter last Sunday afternoon was one of 
the largest that has ever been seen in this city. The Southside church in which 
it was held was not large enough to hold more than half of those who attended. The 
funeral sermon by Rev. F. W. Huebner was a very feeling and appropriate pulpit 
effort.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., June 27, 1905
*******
Calla Huebner
birth: 12 October 1882 Manitowoc
death: 22 June 1905 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1905 Mtwc.
father: William Huebner
mother: Ella
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


ELLA HUEBNER

Mrs. Ella Huebner, 74, died Saturday evening at the home of her 
daughter, Mrs. Louis Bishop, 724 North Seventh street. She had 
been ill several weeks.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Pfeffer 
funeral home. Burial will be at Two Rivers.
Mrs. Huebner, nee Ella Wegner, was born at Two Rivers in 1864 and 
was married to William Huebner in Two Rivers in 1884. After their 
marriage they went to live on the Huebner homestead farm north of 
the city. They moved to this city locating on North Eighth street, 
when Mr. Huebner retired in 1918.
In 1934 the couple observed their golden wedding anniversary a 
short tme (sic) after Mr. Huebner's sight had been restored by an 
operation. She was a member of the Women's Relief corps.
Mr. Huebner died in March, 1936.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Edward Kerscher, town Two 
Rivers, Mrs. Edward Thomas, Two Rivers, Mrs. Louis Bishop, city; 
three sisters, Mrs. Louise Whitney, Seattle, Wash., Mrs. Frank 
Riley, Sheboygan, Mrs. Lou Derby, Chicago; and five grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 2, 1938 P.2


FRED W. HUEBNER

Fred Huebner died last Saturday after a brief illness.  His funeral took
place on Wednesday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 2, 1881
********
From “The History of Northern Wisconsin”
F. W. Huebner, deceased, family residence, Sec, 5. P. O. Manitowoc,
he was born, Jan. 6, 1809, in Prussia. Came to Manitowoc in 1845, in 1848,
he settled on his farm, consisting of 160 acres, which is one of the oldest and
best improved farms in the township. He was married in the Spring of 1837, to
Julia Lissing, of Prussia ; she was born March 14, 1810 ; she has three
children-Amelia, Fred, and William J. He has two children by a former marriage,
Mollie and Hannah. He died May 28, 1881; their son William J., now the
owner of this property, was born Oct. 28, 1854, on this farm.
********
[Fred W. Huebner/bur. 1881/age 71 yrs.]


JULIA HUEBNER

Miss Julia, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Huebner, Manitowoc Route ?, died 
Monday morning, death being due to illness resulting from a cold which she 
contracted some time ago. Miss Huebner was 23 years of age and was well known 
in this city, having attended school here. Besides her parents, she is survived 
by three sisters, Mrs. Ed Kerscher, this city, Mrs. E. Tomachefsky, Two Rivers 
and Miss Ida Heuber, at home. The funeral was held this afternoon at 2 o'clock 
from the Methodist Church at Two Rivers. Interment in the cemetery at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 28, 1914


JULIANA HUEBNER

The aged mother of Mr. Fred and Mr. William Huebner of the Town of Manitowoc 
died at the home of the latter last Wednesday. She was buried from the Evangelical 
church in this city on Friday, the funeral being a very large one. Mrs. Huebner's 
maiden name was Julianna Dora Lessing and she was a relative of the great German 
poet of that name. She was born in the village of Tilsit, near Koenigsburg, on 
March 14, 1809 and lacked just 14 days of being 89 years old. She was married to 
F.W. Huebner in 1934 and in 1847 came with her husband and family to this country. 
She was a resident of the Town of Manitowoc ever since 1851.
THANKS
To the neighbors and many friends from all directions who honored us by manifesting 
to our mother and grandmother their last love and friendship in congregating so 
large a funeral procession on Friday last. Also thanks to the Singer Verein of the 
Evangelical church who favored the audience with sweet and yet sad music. 
Respectfully and Friendly Yours,
F.A. Huebner and Family
W.J. Huebner and Family
Fred Pautz and Children
Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tues., Mar. 8, 1898
********
From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 07, March 
Death of old Mrs. Huebner, mother of Town line residents Fritz and Wilhelm 
Huebner. She was buried Fri. at the local Evangelical church in a heavily 
attended funeral with over 100 carriages in the funeral procession. The 
deceased was over 89 years of age and had resided in the county for over 
50 years. 
Der Nord Westen, March 10, 1898 
*******
Mrs. F.W. Huebner, mother of Fred and William Huebner of the Town of Manitowoc, 
died at the home of William on Wednesday of last week, aged 89. she resided in 
the Town of Manitowoc since 1851.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 10, 1898 p.3
********
(1860 Manitowoc City census:
Frederick Heubner age 50; Juliana 50; Wilhelmina 20; Frederika 18;
Amelia 16; Frederick 10; William 6)
*******
(First publication March 10, 1898.)
State of Wisconsin-Manitowoc County Court-In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Juliana Huebner, deceased.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Juliana 
Huebner of Town Manitowoc, in said county, having been delivered into said Court:
And Fred. A. Huebner of Town Manitowoc in said County, having presented to said 
Court his petition in writing duly verified, representing among other things, that 
said Juliana Huebner died testate at Town Manitowoc, in said county, on the 1st 
day of March, 1898; that said instrument is the last will of said deceased and that 
said Fred. A. Huebner is named therein as executor, and praying that said instrument 
be proven and admitted to Probate that letters testamentary be thereon issued to 
said Fred. A. Huebner.
It is ordered, that said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of 
said last will and testament be taken at a regular term of said County Court, to be 
held at the Probate Office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 5th day of 
April, 1898, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered, that notice of the time and place of said hearing be given 
by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the 
time of said hearing in the Manitowoc Post a newspaper published in said Manitowoc county.
Dated March 5th, 1898.
By the Court,
J.S. Anderson, County Judge.
Manitowoc Post, Thursday, March 10, 1898 P. 20
********
[Juliana Hubner on cem. record list]


WILLIAM HUEBNER

W.J. HUEBNER PASSES AWAY
Man Who Recovered Eyesight On Anniversary Dies
William J. Huebner, 81, retired town of Manitowoc farmer, died at 
1:30 a.m. today at his home, 923 N. 8th street, after an illness 
of two weeks.
Mr. Huebner surffered total blindness for two years but an operation 
restored his sight and the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. 
Huebner observed June 30, 1934 was an occasion for great rejoicing.
Born in 1854
Mr. Huebner was born on a farm just outside of what is now the west 
city limits of Two Rivers Oct. 28, 1854. He married Ella Wegner of 
Two Rivers at the Evangelical church in Two Rivers July 2, 1884. 
After their marriage they went to live on the Huebner homestead farm. 
They moved to Manitowoc when Mr. Huebner retired in 1918.
Mr. Huebner was for four years a side supervisor of the Town of 
Manitowoc. He is survived by the widow, three daughters, Mrs. Ed 
Kerscher, residing on the homestead farm in the Town of Manitowoc; 
Mrs. Ed. Thomas, Two Rivers; and Mrs. Louis Bishop, city, and five 
grandchildren.
Funeral Monday
The body will be at the Pfeffer funeral home until Sunday morning 
when it will be removed to the residence to lie in state until the 
hour of the funeral. The funeral services will be held Monday at 
2 p.m. at the residence with the Rev. F.E. Schluete?, pastor of the 
Evangelical church of Two Rivers in charge. Burial will be in 
Pioneer's Rest cemetery in Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 6, 1936 P.2


ELIZABETH HURST

Funeral services for Mrs. Elizabet sic Hurst, 80, of 1625-25th St., Two Rivers, 
widow of Guy C. Hurst, longtime Two Rivers city official, who died unexpectedly 
of a heart attack at home Tuesday morning, will be at 830 a.m. Thursday at Deja 
& Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
the Rev. H. J. Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in the family plot in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Hurst, nee Elizabeth Altmeyer, was born Jan. 21, 1883, at Sturgeon Bay, 
daughter of the late Pete and Caroline Altmeyer. When he (sic) was four the 
family brought her to Kewaunee and several years later to Two Rivers where the 
family for a number of years operated the Union House, one of the early community 
hotels. She was married in August of 1902 to Guy C. Hurst, a son of one of the 
city's earliest mayors, who died in July of 1959 after serving on the board of 
Education and City Council for a number of years. Mrs. Hurst was a charter member 
of the Royal Neighbors of America, the Golden Agers and St. Luke Altar Society.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. J. E. Dennison of Muskegon, Mich., Mrs. Frank 
Harrison of Madison and Mrs. George Stangel of Two Rivers; two sons, Alden of 
Mayville, Wis., and Maynard of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Charles F. Kurtz 
of Two Rivers and Mrs. Edwin Fessler of Sheboygan; two brothers, Alvin and Henry 
Altmeyer of Sheboygan Falls, 17 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral chapel where the Rosary will be recited at 8 
o'clock this Wednesday evening.
Two Rivers Reporter, March 13, 1963  P. M-13


FRANKLIN HURST

Doctors Wolcott, of Milwaukee, and Paine, of Manitowoc, performed a very serious 
surgical operation on a son of Mr. Wm. Hurst, of Two Rivers, last Monday afternoon. 
The boy, aged about fourteen, had disease of the hip joint, which had become so 
extensive that to save life it was considered necessary to remove the head of the 
thigh bone-the part entering into the formation of the hip joint-and as much of 
the shaft of the bone as was found to be diseased. The head, neck and part of the 
shaft was removed, and notwithstanding, the serious character of the operation, 
the patient is doing well.
Manitowoc Tribune, November 11, 1875  P. 3
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The little son of Mr. Wm. Hurst of this village, after almost a year of constant 
suffering, died last Thursday. Nearly a year ago he was prostrated by disease of 
the hip, superinduced by a cold, taken while skating with his young companions. 
Recently a surgical operation was performed upon him by Drs. Wolcott, of Milwaukee, 
and Paine, of Manitowoc, by which a section of the hip bone was removed, and it was 
hoped that after the removal of the diseased bone the boy would recover, but contrary 
to all hopes and expectations, he died. The little fellow suffered long and intensely, 
and, although his death will cause sad bereavement to the parents, to him it came as 
a kind of relief. His funeral, on Sunday, was largely attended.
Manitowoc Pliot, December 2, 1875  P. 3


GUY C. HURST

Guy C. Hurst, 80, Retired, Dies at Two Rivers 
TWO RIVERS—Guy C. Hurst, 80?, of 1625 25th St., retired Hamilton Mfg. Co. 
department head, former city councilman and school commissioner and a member 
of a family prominent in the community’s early history, died at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital at 11:15 p.m. Sunday.
Mr. Hurst, whose father, the late William Randolph Hurst, was Two Rivers’ mayor 
in 1884, city clerk in 1894 and postmaster from 1889 to 1894, was in failing 
health for the past several months. He had been a patient at the hospital for 
more than a month.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels 
here, the Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc, 
officiating. Burial will be in the family plot in Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery here.
Born at Two Rivers 
Guy C. Hurst was born in Two Rivers, Oct. 31, 1878, a son of the late William 
Randolph and Nancy Rogers Hurst. He attended the Two Rivers elementary and high 
schools. As a young man he went to work for the Mann Brothers Pail factory in 
Two Rivers and for a number of years was foreman of the welding department. He 
entered the employ of the Hamilton Mfg. Co. Jan. 6, 1913 and for many years up 
to this retirement in July of 1949, he was foreman of the Welding dept. in the 
firm’s Steel Plant.
Active since young manhood in civic affairs, Mr. Hurst first became a school 
commissioner in 1920, serving two terms. He was a member of that board when 
Washington High School was planned and constructed, completed in 19__. ___ __  
__ __ in 1951 when he was elected to the City Council, which chose John E. Dever 
as its new manager. He served two terms. During his period of service on the City 
Council Mr. Hurst had served on the Municipal Advisory Recreation Board first as 
a Council representative and later as a citizen member. He also served as a Council 
representative on the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Board.
Many Remember Him 
Many of the younger generation of the community remember Mr. Hurst as the 
interlocutor in numerous local minstrel shows, particularly those staged by the 
Cocobola Camp, Modern Woodsmen of America. He was also a member of the Golden Age 
Club, the Hamilton Management Club and the 30-Year Club of the Hamilton company.
Mr. Hurst is survived by his wife, the former Elizabeth Altmeyer, also a member of 
a widely known Two Rivers business family, whom he married in Two Rivers Aug. 14, 
1902, three daughters, Mrs. J.E. Dennison, Muskegon Heights, Mich., Mrs. Frank 
Harris of Madison, and Mrs. George Stangel of Two Rivers; two sons, Alden of 
Mayville, Wis. and Maynard of Two Rivers; a brother, Harry R. Hurst of Two Rivers, 
a nephew, William Randolph Hurst of Two Rivers; 17 grandchildren and 10 great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 20, 1959  P. 2


HARRY R. HURST

Harry R. Hurst, 88, of 2613 School St., Two Rivers, a former assistant postmaster 
at Two Rivers, oldest member of the Two Rivers Lodge of Masons in point of years 
of membership and a member of a pioneer Two Rivers family, died at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital Thursday night. Mr. Hurst was injured in a fall at his home 
two weeks ago from which he never regained consciousness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Grace Congregational Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Mr. Hurst was born Dec. 7, 1875, at Two Rivers, son of the late William and Nancy 
Isabelle Rogers Hurst. His father was one of Two Rivers' earliest mayors and later 
served as a postmaster. He attended Two Rivers public schools and the high school 
and was graduated from Valparaiso, Ind., Business College.
Returning from Valparaiso he took employment in the shipping room of the old Two 
Rivers aluminum firm before the turn of the century, founded by the late Joseph 
Koenig, which later became Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. and now Mirro Aluminum Co. 
Several years later he became assistant postmaster at Two Rivers, serving under a 
number of postmasters. Leaving that post he managed the former American Express Co. 
after the death of the late Gus C. Kirst, which position he held until his retirement
25 years ago.
Since early youth Mr. Hurst was interested in sports activities at Two Rivers and 
maintained his interest until death.
Mr. Hurst was honored several years ago by the Two Rivers Lodge No. 200, F. and A.M. 
He had been a Blue Lodge Mason for more than 65 years. He was also a longtime member 
of Two Rivers Lodge of Elks No. 1380 and a lifetime member of Grace Congregational 
Church.
He married the former Salome Rehrauer at Two Rivers, Feb. 23, 1922, who survies him 
with a son, (private), three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, until 9 o'clock this 
Friday evening. The casket will be brought to Grace Church at 11 a.m. Saturday where 
the body will lie in state until the time of service. Elks brethren will meet at the 
clubrooms at 7 o'clock this Friday evening and proceed in a body to the funeral 
chapels.
Masonic Memorial services, conducted by the Two Rivers Lodge of Elks, and led by Past 
Masters Heber Clayton and Chester J. Wiltjen, will be at the funeral chapels at 
8 o'clock this Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 27, 1964 P. 5
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On Wednesday last, Mr. Harry Hurst, one of our well known and popular young men 
was united in marriage to Miss Edith(sic) Benedict of Racine, a former teacher 
in our public schools. The wedding took place at the home of the bride's uncle, 
Mr. Wm. Turnbull of Racine and the officiating clergyman was Rev. F. Marks, a 
Congregational clergyman of that city. The wedding was a quiet affair, only a 
few of the intimate friends and relatives of the united couple being present. 
A short wedding journey followed the marriage ceremony and the happy couple 
reached this city last Saturday evening and were welcomed by a large party of 
their friends. They will be at home after Sept. 15. They are very estimable 
young people and the Chronicle most sincerely hopes that their married life 
may be long and happy.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Aug. 30, 1904


MAYNARD HURST

Maynard Hurst, of 3417 Adams St., Two Rivers, died Saturday night, April 21, 
1990, at Holy Family Medical Center.
A memorial service will be  11 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Pioneer 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born in Two Rivers, son of the late Guy and Elizabeth Altmeyer Hurst. 
He attended Two Rivers Public Grade Schools and Washington High School. He was 
employed at Hamilton Industries for over 40 years as Safety Director. Mr. Hurst 
was a member of Hamilton Good Fellowship Club and a member of Two Rivers Elks 
Lodge for over 50 years. On November 15, 1941, he married the former Sophia 
Stanul in Two Rivers.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter and son-in-law, Jacque and Ken Meneau of 
Two Rivers; three sisters and a brother-in-law, Bette and George Stangel of Two 
Rivers, Beulah Harris of Waunakee, Wisconsin, and Hazel Dennison of California 
and a number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother.
There will be no visitation at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
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(07 May 1907/21 Apr 1990/SSDI)


NANCY I. HURST

DIED
The funeral services for Mrs. Hurst who passed away on Sunday afternoon, June 6, 
were held in Grace Congregational Church Wednesday afternoon at 2:30, Rev. 
Joseph S. Morris, officiating. A large number of friends in Two Rivers were in 
attendance to pay their respects and to sympathize with the bereaved family. A 
number of relatives from out of town were here for the funeral.
Nancy I. Hurst was born August 15, 1849 at Cascade, Wis. She was the daughter of 
Ovan and Mary Ann Rogers. Her girlhood days were spent at Cascade and Sheboygan, 
Wis. She was married to Wm. Hurst October 1, 1877. Since her marriage she has 
lived in Two Rivers. She is survived by two sons and two daughters, Harry, 
assistant postmaster, Guy, a foreman at the Hamilton Steel Plant and Harriet of 
Two Rivers and Mrs. Clyde Miller of Chicago and one sister, Mrs. F.W. Adams of 
Owatonna, Minn.; three brothers, Dr. A.C. Rogers, Cascade, Wis., H.O. Rogers, San 
Gabriel, Calif.,  Frank E. Rogers, Oklahoma city. There are also five grandchildren. 
Mrs. Hurst was a quiet, unassuming woman of sterling worth whose life work was 
guided by high ideals.
The Reporter, Fri., June 11, 1915
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The funeral of Mrs. William Hurst, mother of Assistant Postmaster 
Harry Hurst at Two Rivers, is dead at her home in that city. She 
was a native of Sheboygan county.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, June 09, 1915, Page 3


SALOME HURST

Mrs. Salome Hurst, 79, of 2613 School St., Two Rivers, a longtime director 
of Two Rivers Savings and Loan Assn. and the firm's assistant secretary for 
a number of years until her retirement in 1962, died Tuesday noon at Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital. She had been a patient since Friday.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. 
Robert Ryner officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Hurst, nee Salome Rehrauer, was born Nov. 9, 1892, daughter of the late 
George and Denise Niquette Rehrauer. She attended St. Luke Parochial School 
and was graduated from the former Two Rivers High School and later from 
Ferris Institute at Big Rapids, Mich. Prior to her many years of employment 
at the financial institution at Two Rivers, she was in the office of the 
former American Express Co. there. She was a member of the Business and
Professional Women's Club and the Ladies of St. Luke. She was married to 
Harry Hurst Feb. 10, 1922, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death 
March 26, 1964.
Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Allan J. (Ann) Weinhardt, of Terre Haute, 
Ind; and Mrs. Clara White and Mrs. Henry P. (Louise) Berzinsky, of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 6 to 9 o'clock this Wednesday 
evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 22, 1972
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(Salome Hurst/09 Nov 1892/Mar 1972/SSDI)
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Marriage of Harry/Salome Hurst (his 2nd marriage)
Two of the best knnown and popular young people of the city plighted their troth 
Saturday morning at St. Luke's parsonage when Rev. Father Hugo performed the 
ceremony uniting Harry Hurst and Miss Salome Rehrauer. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rehrauer 
were witnesses to the ceremony. After the ceremony the bridal party and relaties 
gathered at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Rehrauer, where 
a sumptuous wedding breakfast was served and the couple then departed for Milwaukee 
on a short wedding trip.
The groom has for several yars been in charge of the American Express office here 
in which work he was assisted by Miss Rehrauer. Their work together has been most 
satisfactory to patrons and their employers, being most obliging and thorough in 
their duties. The groom is a son of former mayor William Hurst, deceased, who was 
also postmaster here for several years. The Reporter joins with many in 
congratulations and best wishes.
The Reporter, Fri., Feb. 16, 1923 
(Harry/Salome Hurst (his 2nd marriage)


SOPHIA HURST

Sophia K. Hurst, former Two Rivers resident, died Wednesday evening, Sept. 1, 
2004 at River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. Sophie was 
born in Two Rivers, a daughter of the late George and Anna Stanul. She attended 
Sacred Heart Catholic Grade School and was a graduate of Two Rivers Washington 
High School. On Nov. 15, 1941, she married Maynard Hurst in Two Rivers. He 
preceded her in death on April 21, 1990. 
Sophie was a longtime member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer and the Two Rivers 
Lady Elks. Her hobbies include her many bridge clubs, playing the piano and 
shopping. She will be remembered for her sense of humor and fun loving approach 
to life. She will be very sadly missed by her daughter and son-in-law: Jacque 
and Ken Meneau of Two Rivers. Other survivors include a brother: Stanley Stanul, 
Newport Beach, Calif.; a special sister-in-law and her husband: Bette and George 
Stangel, Two Rivers; and a special cousin: Sister Mary Christella, Chicago; 
nieces, nephews and many friends. In addition to her parents and husband, she 
was preceded in death by two brothers: Walter and Steve Stanul; and two sisters: 
Ann Matejka and Adelyn Mullins. 
Private family services were held, with burial in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers assisted the Hurst family 
with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September, 2004
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(27 Nov 1911/01 Sep 2004/SSDI)


WILLIAM HURST

At his home in this city on the morning of March 30, 1896, William Hurst, aged 59 years. William Hurst became a resident of this city on the 17th of March, 1857 and with the exception of the time he was in the army, during the Rebellion, this city continued to be his home until the time of his death. He was born on a farm in the state of New York about 7 miles from the city of Buffalo on the 14th of July, 1838. He enlisted as a Private in the 27th Wisconsin Regiment in 1862 and served until the close of the war. He was a brave and gallant soldier and his death was due to a disease contracted while in the Union army. As a citizen, he was one of our most trustworthy and influential and was frequently called upon to aid in an official way in the management of our municipal affairs. Most of the time for the past twenty years, he has served the city in some official capacity either as a member of the school board, as alderman, City Clerk or Mayor. The past two years he has been our City Clerk. He was always a faithful and efficient officer and as a citizen ever took a deep interest in every movement intended to promote the welfare of the city. By his death the city has lost a most estimable and valuable citizen. As a husband and a parent he was always constant, considerate and loving and his home was ever a happy one. The beloved wife and children he leaves have in their sorrow the heartfelt sympathy of a large circle of friends and neighbors. His funeral taking place on Thursday afternoon and he will be buried with military honors by his late comrades, the members of the G.A.R. of this city.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Mar. 31, 1896

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From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-five Years Ago - (1896)
Wm. Hurst of Two Rivers, died on Monday morning of cancer of the 
stomach. He had been sick for a long time and his death was not 
unexpected. He was city clerk at the time of his death though the 
work has been done for some time by his son. Mr. Hurst had served 
as postmaster at Two Rivers and his administration of the affairs 
of the office was eminently satisfactory. He was a man who was 
always true to his friends and willing to make sacrifices on their 
behalf. He was a good citizen and enjoyed the respect of all who 
knew him.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 7, 1921
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William Hurst
birth: 1837 Buffalo, Ny
death: 30 March 1896 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
spouse: Nancy
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


EMILY HUSS

Death last Wednesday of Mrs. Amelia Huss in the home of her daughter Mrs.
Bachus in Two Rivers. The deceased, who was born 13 April 1832 in Grosslinde,
Province of Brandenburg, leaves 2 daughters. Her husband died during the Civil
War in Little Rock, Arkansas. The funeral was held Saturday from the St. Johannes
Church.
Der Nord Westen, 11 Apr. 1907 
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Emelia Or Emly Boft Huss
birth: 13 April 1832 Germany
death: 3 April 1907 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1907 Two Rivers
father: John Vogt
mother: Doratha
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


EVELYN A. (KOPLIN) HYNEK

Evelyn A. Hynek, 75, of 1700 West National Avenue, Milwaukee, died Monday, 
April 8, at her residence.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. Euguene Brochtrup and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. Hynek, nee Evelyn Anita Kopplin (sic), was born June 9, 1909, at Columbus, 
Wisconsin, daughter of the late Frank and Ella Mueller Kopplin. Mrs. Hynek resided 
at Two Rivers until 1946, when she moved to Milwaukee, residing their(sic) since.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Harry Walker of Atlanta, 
Georgia; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Mrs. Daniel (Lorraine) Leider of Sturgeon 
Bay and Mrs. Kenneth (Claire) Williams of Evansville, Indiana; three grandchildren, 
Ellen Walker Kearns, Joan M. Walker and Harry Taylor Walker Jr., nieces and 
nephews, and a special friend, James A. O'Connor of Milwaukee.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 9:30 a.m. Thursday 
morning until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, April 10, 1985 P. 3
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The marriage of Miss Anita Kopplin and Emil H. Hynek took place Saturday 
morning at the Evangelical Church at 10:30 Rev. F.J. Siewert officiating. The 
maid of honor was Miss Lorrain Trudeau and William Brocker acted as best man. 
A dinner was served at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John O. 
Johnson, where covers were laid for thirty guests. An informal reception followed.  
After a visit at Milwaukee, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Hynek will be at home to friends at 
1818 Eleventh Street. Mr. Hynek,, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Hynek of Two 
Rivers is employed at Plant No. 1 of the Aluminum Goods.   
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Apr. 22, 1927 


HANNAH IHLENFELDT

Hannah Ihlenfeldt, 89, who resided at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died 
Saturday night at the home. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Tuesday in St. 
John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will 
officiate and burial will be in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Ihlenfeldt, nee Hannah Halderson, was born Dec. 6, 1888 in the Town of 
Carlton, Kewaunee Co., daughter of the late Ole and Emily Hoverson Halderson. 
She was married to William C. Ihlenfeldt June 24, 1914 in Two Rivers. He preceded 
her in death in 1956. She was a member of the Senior Citizens.
Survivors include two grandchildren, Thomas Messmann of Two Rivers and Mrs. 
Clifford (Merry) Singer of Sheboygan; a great grandson, a son-in-law, Orville 
Messmann of Sun Prairie, a sister-in-law, Mrs. Amanda Halderson of Two Rivers; 
nieces, nephews and cousins. A daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Messmann preceded her in 
death in 1954.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 
o'clock this Monday afternoon and in the church after 9 am Tuesday until the 
time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, Sept. 11, 1978 page 3
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In memory of
MRS. HANNAH IHLENFELDT
Born in Town of Canton, Kewaunee Cty.
December 6, 1888
Passed away in Two Rivers, Wisconsin
September 9, 1978
Services
10:30 A.M.
Tuesday, September 12, 1978
St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Rev. Edward Stelter, Officiating
Place of Interment
Pioneers Rest Cemetery
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
KLEIN & STANGEL. INC. FUNERAL HOME
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
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On Wednesday, Miss Hannah Halderson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ole Halderson, 
Carlton, Kewaunee County and Wm. Ihlenfeld of Two Creeks were united in marriage 
at the German Lutheran parsonage at Two Rivers. Miss Pauline Halderson, cousin 
of the bride was maid of honor while Edna ? was bridesmaid and Emil Halderson, 
brother of the bride was best man and Eddie Kruse as groomsman.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, July 3, 1914 page 4


WILLIAM IHLENFELDT

Funeral services for William Ihlenfeldt, 64, of 1915-30th St., Two Rivers, 
widely known downtown Two Rivers appliance dealer, who died of a heart attack 
behind the wheel of his automobile on 17th St, Two Rivers, shortly before 
10:30 a.m. Saturday, will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Theodore Stern officiating. Interment will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Ihlenfeldt was born in Chicago Jan. 30, 1893, son of the late William and 
Frieda Schroeder Ihlenfeldt. When he was a child the family brought him to the 
Town of Two Creeks. He married the former Hannah Halderson in Two Rivers 
June 24, 1914, and after spending a year on the Town of Two Creeks farm the 
couple moved to Two Rivers, where Mr. Ihlenfeldt became associated with Fred 
Wilke in the operation of a commercial fishing rig. A few years later he 
entered the employ of the Aluminum Goods Mfg. co., Two Rivers, and in the 1920s 
went to the Metal Ware Corp. where he was a department head until 1937 when he 
established his appliance business in Two Rivers. He was a long time member of 
the Two Rivers Chamber of Commerce.
Besides his wife he leaves a sister, Mrs. Christ Schmidt of Two Rivers (illegible) 
Merry and Thomas Messman. the only daughter, Mrs. Orville Messman, died May 10, 
1954.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, until 
11 a.m. Tuesday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will 
lie in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 14, 1957 P.15
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On Wednesday, Miss Hannah Halderson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ole Halderson, 
Carlton, Kewaunee County and Wm. Ihlenfeld of Two Creeks were united in marriage 
at the German Lutheran parsonage at Two Rivers. Miss Pauline Halderson, cousin 
of the bride was maid of honor while Edna ? was bridesmaid and Emil Halderson, 
brother of the bride was best man and Eddie Kruse as groomsman.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, July 3, 1914 page 4


CAROLINE IMMLER

Last Thursday, Mrs. Immler of Two Creeks, died at the residence of her son in 
Milwaukee. Deceased was 53 years old and had suffered for some time with a 
tumor in the side. She leaves a husband and four children to mourn her loss. 
Her funeral took place here last Saturday and was one of the largest ever seen 
at this place.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tues., June 8, 1886 page 3
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Death in Milwaukee of Mrs. Immler of Two Creeks. She was buried in Two
Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 10 June 1886



FRANZ IMMLER

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 26 Aug.)
Death in Milwaukee of Franz Immler, who had been living there with his children 
the past 13 yrs. He was an old settler of Town Two Creeks, farming there for 
many years. He then ran a store and a dance hall. 13 yrs. ago he sold out and 
moved to Milwaukee. He was 82 and is survived by 4 children. The body was brought 
here for burial and Mr. E. Pahlcoetter delivered the funeral oration.
Der Nord Westen, 29 Aug. 1901
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TWO CREEKS:
Died - F. A. Immler, formerly of this place but for the past few years of Milwaukee, 
died in that city on Thursday morning. He was in ill health for some time previous 
to his death and as he had reached the allotted age of man, his friends recognized 
that his illness would end in death. He was born in Innsbruck, Province of Tyrol, 
Austria in 1820 and came to Newark, N. J. some 50 years ago, from there he moved 
to Canada and then to Chicago where he resided for three years. In 1866 he removed 
to Two Creeks and remained here about 30 years. He was married in 1854, the issue 
of which were four children, all of whom were here to attend the funeral. He was a 
man quite liberally endowed by nature in mental strength and consequently became 
identified quite early with the progress of the town in which he lived. He was a 
member of the school board for many years. He believed firmly in the public schools 
and his best efforts were bent in the direction of their improvement. Loyal to his 
family, he was likewise true to his country and did much which entitles him to 
grateful remembrance. His body was taken from Milwaukee to Two Rivers for interment 
on Saturday of last week.
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same edition
Our Two Creeks letter this week contains an extended notice of the death of F.A. 
Immler, a well known former resident of that town. His death took place in Milwaukee 
where for several years past he has resided with one of his sons. The body was 
brought to this city for burial in the public cemetery where his wife was buried 
many years ago. His funeral took place last Saturday and was conducted by the Odd 
Fellows, C. Pahlkoetter delivering the funeral oration.  Jos. Immler and wife, Frank 
Immler and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Jere Verfurth and Mrs. Chas. Roeder, all of Milwaukee 
accompanied the remains here for burial last Friday evening. Joseph and Frank Immler, 
being the sons and Mrs. Verfurth and Mrs. Roeder the daughters of the deceased. 
Joseph has been a member of the Milwaukee Fire Department for the past twelve years 
and Frank is a well known and highly esteemed citizen of the Northside and is the 
business manager of the perfume manufacturing firm of A.J. Hilbert and Co.
The Chronicle, Tues., Aug. 27, 1901

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Serious Accident
As a son of Mr. F. Immler of Two Creeks was driving across Walnut Street bridge yesterday morning, his team became frightened while in the draw and backed against the railing which gave way, precipitating the wagon and boy into the river and had it not been for the breaking of the wagon tongue, the horses would have been drawn into the river also. The boy managed to cling to the wagon box which floated and thereby saved himself from drowning, yet he was severely bruised in several places. The old railing has stood there for years and is very rotten and it is time that it was replaced by something more substantial as this is the second accident that has occurred on that bridge this season. – Chronicle
Manitowoc Tribune - Thurs., Nov. 9, 1876