HOLY CROSS OBITUARIES [ BI ]

JOSEPH BIALAS

Jos. Bialas, 60, Pneumonia Victim. To Be Buried Saturday 
Joseph Bialas, 60, died at his home the second victim in three days of pneumonia. 
Mr. Bialas had been ill two weeks prior to his death yesterday. He was born in 
Poland, March 12, 1869 and came to this country in 1888. He resided in New York 
with his parents for a short time and later moved to Detroit. He again moved this 
time to Cudahy where the family resided for eighteen years. He resided in this 
city for the past seven years.
He was married to Martha Sazlakowski thirty-three years ago. Mr. Bialas is survived 
by his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Clarice Weber of Milwaukee and Lorraine Bialas of 
this city and four sons, Edward and Joseph Jr., of Milwaukee, Henry of this city 
and Bernard who is enlisted in the United States Navy and is now stationed in the 
Philippine Islands.
Mr. Bialas was a blacksmith by trade. He had been employed up to the time of his 
illness by the Kahlenberg Co. He was a member of the Modern Woodmen chapter of this 
city.
Funeral service will take place from the Sacred Heart church Saturday morning.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 22, 1929  P.25


MARY BIALKOWSKI

Mrs. Mary Bialkowski, 84, of 903 20th St., Two Rivers, died Monday in St. Mary 
Hospital, Rhinelander. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday in Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate and burial 
will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Bialkowski was born December 8, 1893 in Northeim, daughter of the late Anton 
and Susan Drupka Bialkowski. Her husband, Theodore preceded her in death in 1957. 
She was a member of the Rosary Society of Sacred Heart Church and Two Rivers 
Senior Citizens. 
Survivors include a son, Leonard of Rhinelander; a daughter, Mrs. Raymond (Helen) 
Fanslau of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Emily Muchowski of Northeim; 11 grandchildren 
and 17 great grandchildren. A son, Servin and a daughter, Mrs. Evelyn Clauer 
preceded her in death
Friends may call in Klein & Stangel Inc. after 3 p.m. Wednesday where member of 
Senior Citizens will meet at 6 p.m. And a parish memorial service will be at 
7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 16, 1978 page 3


THEODORE BIALKOWSKI

Injuries Fatal to Two Rivers Man Saturday
T.J. Bialkowski Dies as a Result of November Wreck
Theodore J. (Whitey) Bailkowski, 67, of 903 20th St., Two Rivers, died Saturday 
afternoon at Memorial Hospital of injuries suffered in an auto accident in 
Manitowoc County November 27.
(Accident details omitted)
Funeral services will be at 9:30 am Tuesday at Deja and Martin Chapels, Two 
Rivers and at 10 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Bialkowski was born Nov. 2, 1890 in Poland, son of the late Michael and 
Mathilda Mela Bialkowski. When he was 16 years old he immigrated to this county 
and settled in rural Manitowoc, working on farms in the area. In 1914 he married 
the former Mary Bialkowski at Newton, the couple residing at Two Rivers. He was 
a retired employee of Plant No. 4 of the Mirro Aluminum Co., retiring two years 
ago after 36 years of employment. A member of the Holy Name Society of Sacred 
Heart Church, he was also a member of the Twenty-five Club of the Mirro firm. 
Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Milton Clover of Milwaukee and 
Mrs. Raymond Fanslau of Two Rivers; two sons, Sirven of Chicago and Leonard of 
Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Bertha  ? of Milwaukee and 11 grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral chapel where the Rsoary will be recited at 8:15 
o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Dec. 23, 1957 page 1


DOUGLAS BIECHLER

Private funeral services for Douglas Biechler, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Jon 
Biechler of 1926 27th street, Two Rivers, were held this afternoon at the 
Beduhn funeral chapel. Burial was in Holy Cross cemetery. Mrs. Biechler is the 
former Marian Clement and her husband is the proprietor of Jon's Apparel shop, 
Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 6, 1947  P.2


EUGENE BIEKER

FUNERAL OF 14 YEAR OLD LAD TO BE HELD THURSDAY 
Funeral services for Eugene Bieker, 14 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. John 
Bieker, who died yesterday will take place Thursday morning at nine o'clock 
at the St. Mark's Catholic church. The lad had been playing ball last Saturday 
and injured his knee. The member grew worse and he was taken to the hospital 
but before he could be operated upon he passed away.
Besides his parents he is survived by five brothers and two sisters. He was a 
student in the St. Mark's school.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 19, 1929  P.13


JOHN BIES

John Bies, 70, of 417 N. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon at home 
after a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Claude LeClair officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Bies was born Oct. 5, 1890, at School Hill, Town of Meeme, Manitowoc County, 
son of the late Matthew and Philomena TePoorten Bies. He married Mary Chencheski 
in 1916 and she died shortly after their marriage. He married Mary Dassey in 
1924 at Menominee, Mich., and she preceded him in death in 1952.
Mr. Bies was a former employee of the McMullen and Pitz Co. of Manitowoc.
Survivors include a brother, Peter, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Roscoe Cook, of 
Indianapolis, Ind., and several nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 o'clock this Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 18, 1961  P.13
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[City record is bur./07-19-1961/age 70 yr]


MARY BIES

Mrs. John Bies, 65, of Memorial Drive, died suddenly of a heart attack at the 
home Thursday evening.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. F. C. St. Clair will officiate and burial 
will be in Forest Home Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
She was born Mary Dassey in Menominee, Mich., in 1887 and in 1924 was married 
to John Bies. They located in Manitowoc.
Survivors are the husband; brother, Frank of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. 
Frank Cambray of Marinette, Mrs. Josephine Novacic, of Phoenix, Ariz., and Mrs. 
Frank Holsen of Rte. 2, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after Sunday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 3, 1952  P.14

MARLENE A. BIRKHOLZ

Two Rivers - Marlene A. Birkholz, age 77, a Two Rivers resident, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2020 at St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee.
Marlene was born on October 28, 1942 in Medford, WI., daughter of the late Edwin and Anna (Sprenger) Behrmann. She was a graduate of Kewaunee High School with the class of 1961. On July 7, 1962 she married Erich Birkholz in Tisch Mills. Marlene worked for many years in production at Mirro. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, baking, boating, fishing, gardening and cooking.
Survivors include her husband: Erich Birkholz, Two Rivers; one daughter: Brenda Froelich and her significant other: John Krcma; one son and daughter-in-law: Jeffrey and Penny Birkholz, Mishicot; three grandchildren: Craig (Amber) Froelich, Jason (Rose) Froelich, Stacy (Jacob) Wagner; eight great grandchildren: Devin, Gavin, Chance, Dakota and Blaze Froelich, Clara and Amelia Froelich, Jonathan Wagner; one great great grandchild: Alex; two sisters: LaVerne Coppersmith, Beatrice (Robert) Jaeger; two brothers: Robert (Ann Lee) Behrmann, William Behrmann; and one sister-in-law: Yvonne Behrmann. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers: Edwin and Dennis Behrmann; and one brother-in-law: Robert Coppersmith.
Cremation has taken place at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 1:00 p.m. until 2:45 p.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.kleinandstangel.com.
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the Two Rivers Fire and EMS, and the nurses, doctors and staff in the ICU at both Aurora BayCare, Green Bay, and Aurora St. Luke's, Milwaukee, for all the compassion and care shown to Marlene and her family.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., May 25, 2020

RICHARD E. BIRKHOLZ

Richard (Dick) Birkholz, age 68, of 1613 24th St., Two Rivers, died Monday, 
August 17, 1998, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 19, 1998, at Holy 
Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian 
Burial will be Rev. William G. O'Brien, with burial to follow in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born March 3, 1930, in Oshkosh, Wis., son of the late Erich and 
Margaurite (Fock) Birkholz. At the age of 3, he and his family moved to 
Germany, where he attended schools. Richard returned to the United States 
at the age of 16. On April 30, 1949, he was married to Rose Marie Mathies 
at St. Luke Church, Two Rivers. He was employed at Reichberg Kosher Meats 
and Newton Meats for a number of years as a butcher, and later employed at 
Hamilton Industries where he was a boiler technician for 20 years, until 
his retirement. Richard was a member of the Two Rivers' Eagles Club, and 
enjoyed hunting, fishing, dartball, and bowling.
Survivors include his wife, Rose Marie; two sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth 
Lee (Suzanne) Birkholz, Manitowoc, Richard Scott (Boe) Birkholz, Wausaukee, Wis.; 
two grandchildren, Christina Birkholz, Aaron Birkholz; two step-grandchildren, 
Josephine Wilkinson and Grayson Wilkinson; one greatgranddaughter (sic), 
Willow Brooke Birkholz; one brother and sister-in-law, Erich (Marlene) Birkholz, 
Two Rivers; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Erika Schmitz, San Palo, Brazil, 
Lydia (Reinhart) Siebert, Welesfleth, Germany; one brother-in-law, Leonard 
Jaskolski, Two Rivers; and three sisters-in-law, June (Mike) Morris, Two Rivers, 
Lorraine (John) McClure, Carpentersville, Ill., Shirley Comer, Buffalo Grove, 
Ill. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relative (sic) and 
friends. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Mary 
Jaskolski.
Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church after 9 a.m. on Wednesday 
until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 18, 1998 P. 2


MARY MARGARET (SCHMITT) BIRR

Mrs. Willard Birr, 61, of 2800 36th St., Two Rivers, passed into eternal
happiness and peace after a struggle with cancer Monday evening, Nov. 
26, at home. 
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at Holy Redeemer Catholic
Church, Two Rivers. The Mass of Resurrection will be concelebrated
by the Most Rev. Bishop Adam Maida, Most Rev. Bishop Robert Morneau,
Most Rev. Bishop Mark Schmitt, Most Rev. Bishop A. Wycislo, her 
two brothers, Father Leo Schmitt, Father John Schmitt and also these
Fathers, Jerry Taddy, Paul Schumacher, Bill Kuhr, Roy Geenan, Dan 
Felton, James Stamborski, Phil Hoffman, Bill Zimmer, John Neuser, 
Dick Klingheisen, John Blaha, Father Keller, John Gallagher, Mitch 
Weber, Donald Marquardt, Robert Rhyner, Harold Berryman, Thomas 
Allan, Msgr. Alfred Schneider, and Msgr. James Deitt and burial 
will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Birr was born Sept. 19, 1923 at Two Rivers, daughter
of the late Henry and Anna Geimer Schmitt. She attended St. Luke 
Parochial School and Washington High School graduating in 1941. 
Mrs. Birr taught religious education at Holy Redeemer, St. Luke's,
St. Mark, Holy Innocents, Vacation Bible School and the mentally 
handicapped. She had given numerous talks on prayer and living with
cancer to Women Aglow, cancer support groups, Holy Innocents 
Women's Club, Serra Club, Green Bay Diocese Cursillo's and has
been active in St. Mary Charismatic Prayer Group. Mrs. Birr was a 
leader at Holy Redeemer Renew Prayer Group. She was well known 
throughout the Green Bay Diocese for catering for meetings of the
Clergy. 
Survivors include her husband; six sons; five daughters; seven 
brothers; five sisters; sisters-in-law; 23 grandchildren and 83 
nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, James and four
brothers. 
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 
5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, where a memorial service will be 7
p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, November 27, 1984 
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Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Birr, 61, of 2800 36th St., Two Rivers, who passed 
into eternal happiness and peace after a struggle with cancer, Monday evening, 
Nov. 26, at home, will be 10 a.m. Thursday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Inadvertently omitted from the list of survivors was a daughter, Helen at home and 
a daughter-in-law, Mrs. James Birr of Nashua, N.H.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5 o'clock to 9 
o'clock this Wednesday evening, where a memorial service will be 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, November 28, 1984 P. 3
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b. 1623 18th Street, Two Rivers, WI
Dau. of Henry John and Anna Katherine (Geimer) Schmitt
Wife of Willard Elden Birr
Solemn High Mass at St. Luke's was Mary Schmitt and Willard Birr Wed
Wedding - Two Rivers Reporter, Dec. 27, 1943
Three brothers of the bride officiated at the solemn high mass at St. Luke's 
Catholic church this morning at 10:30, when Miss Mary Margaret Schmitt, daughter 
of Mrs. Henry Schmitt, 1623  18th St., pledged her vows with Willard E. Birr, 
pharmacist's mate second class, who is stationed at Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, 
Calif.  The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Birr, 1504 Jefferson St.  The 
Rev. Henry Schmitt came from Gresham, Wis., to be the celebrant of the nuptial 
mass.  The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt of Allouez, Wis., was deacon, and John P. Schmitt, 
who is studying for the priesthood at St. Francis seminary was sub-deacon at the 
double ring ceremony.
Carrying white poinsettias with holly, and a silver rosary, the bride wore a 
white moire taffeta gown fashioned with a sweetheart neckline, long sleeves coming 
to points over her hands, and a bouffant skirt which fell from a wasp waistline.  Lace 
inserts beginning at the waist extended to the hemline of the skirt.  Her fingertip 
veil was held by a tiara of flowers.
During the Offertory, Panis Angelicus was sung by James and Joseph 
Schmitt, brothers of the bride, with Raymond Schmitt, the bride's brother, at the 
organ.
Miss Kathryn A. Schmitt was her sister's maid of honor and Frank Gorski 
was the best man.  Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Birr, brother and sister-in-law of the groom, 
were the other attending couple.
Miss Schmitt's frock of pink net over taffeta was made with a sweetheart 
neckline, short puffed sleeves, fitted waist, and full skirt.  Mrs. Birr's gown was 
styled with the same heart neckline, short  cuffed sleeves, and graceful skirt.  Both 
attendants carried white pompoms, and wore sprigs of holly in their hair.
Following the ceremony, the newlyweds greeted relatives and friends at a 
reception at the bride's home where a dinner was also served for the immediate 
families.
The couple will leave on a wedding trip this evening.  Pharmacist's Mate 
Birr, who is attached to the medical corps in the U.S. Marines will return to Camp 
Pendleton, Calif., on December 30.  Mrs. Birr will continue to make her home here 
with her mother, and will continue her employment at the Schmitt Lumber 
company.
(No newspaper or date cited)
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Mother of 13 Enrolls as Part-Time Student
How does a woman with 13 children ranging in age from two to 24 find time 
to pursue a college education?
Mrs. Willard (Mary) Birr has the answer to that question.  On Sept. 2 she will 
return to the Manitowoc County Campus of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay 
as a part-time student to continue a college career that started ten years ago.
Mrs. Birr is one of six UWGB students who have qualified for Conrad-Grubb 
scholarships for 1969-70.  Others receiving grants for part-time college work include 
three students at the Green Bay and two students at the Fox Valley-Menasha 
campuses.
Conrad-Grubb grants cover enrollment fees for part-time students carrying 
an undergraduate course load of no more than six credits, or the equivalent in credit 
or non-credit courses offered by University Extension, during the period September 
1969 through August 1970.  Recipients are chosen on the basis of educational goals, 
financial need, and probability of success.
It's a small wonder that Mrs. Birr finds time for a formal education.  But she 
manages, she says, by scheduling each full day on a first-things-first basis with her 
home receiving top priority.
Mrs. Birr always dreamed of going on to college but never had the 
opportunity.  In 1956-60, after having her 10th child, she decided to enroll in one 
English course each semester at the Manitowoc Campus.
After four years and with another addition to the family, Mrs. Birr decided to 
study children's and young adult's literature at Holy Family College.  Both courses 
proved to be successful in the Birr household.  While Mrs. Birr read and learned her 
children enjoyed pleasant bedtime stories.
During the 1968-69 school year at the Manitowoc Campus, Mrs. Birr took 
sociology and philosophy.  This year she plans to study Man and His Environment 
and Crisis in Belief and Ecology, a liberal education seminar.
Mrs. Birr is still scheduling and planning for the rest of her education.  When 
her two-year-old is ready for kindergarten she hopes to attend classes full time, and 
eventually graduate.
Until that day, Mrs. Birr will be busy devoting most of her time to her family.  
At present, 10 of her 13 children are at home.  The oldest, Ann, 21, is married and 
lives in Port Washington.  Michael is 22 and a junior at Marquette University, 
Milwaukee.  Nineteen-year-old Thomas is in the Army, stationed in Vietnam.
Of the remaining 10 children, one will be a freshman at the University of 
Wisconsin - Green Bay, three are in high school, five in grade school, and one is of 
the pre-school age.
What did Mrs. Birr do with with her extra time this summer?  She spent a 
good portion of each busy morning at Bible School teaching sixth graders as part of 
an ecumenical program in Two Rivers.  Classes attempted to present basic Christian 
principles rather than specific beliefs and procedures of the various religions.  Mrs. 
Birr thoroughly enjoyed each session and felt her students were the finest and most 
enthusiastic in the program.
Herald Times Reporter, Two Rivers, WI  Summer 1969


WILLARD E. BIRR

Willard E. Birr, age 86, of 3215 Mishicot Road, Two Rivers, died peacefully 
Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, with his family at his side.
Willard was born Dec. 21, 1921, in Two Rivers, son of the late Albert and 
Helen (Pagel) Birr.
He was a 1941 graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers, and entered 
the U.S. Navy on Oct. 23, 1942. He served his country during World War II, 
and was honorably discharged on Dec. 9, 1945.
Willard married the former Mary Margaret Schmitt at St. Luke's Catholic 
Church on Dec. 27, 1943. She preceded him in death on November 26, 1984. 
Mr. Birr was employed for many years at the Mirro Aluminum Company, and 
was a member of the American Legion Post 165 of Two Rivers; the Two Rivers 
Senior Center Kitchen Band; and enjoyed wood carving, cooking and baking, 
collecting clocks and joking around.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
In addition to his parents, and wife, Mary Margaret Birr, he was preceded 
in death by one son, James R. Birr; granddaughters, Bridget & Sophia; a great 
grandson Birr; his brother & sister-in-law, Alfred (Cele) Birr; his brother-
in-law, Claude Hanes; and several other brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at St. 
Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Concelebrating at the Mass 
of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Wm. O'Brien, the Rev. John VanDeuren, 
the Rev. Carl Schmitt, the Rev. Jerome Taddy, and other concelebrants, with 
burial to be held on the day of his wife's birthday, in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. Military graveside rites will be accorded by members of the VFW 
and American Legion Post of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 - 18th St. Two 
Rivers, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Thursday evening, Sept. 18, 2008. A prayer 
service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. There will 
be no visitation held Friday morning; please meet at the church for the time 
of Mass at 10:30 a.m.
Memorials in Willard's name may be made to the Two Rivers Senior Center or 
the donor's choice.
Willard's family would like to extend a very sincere thank you to (private) 
and his nurses, (private); (privaate) of Mueller Manor; the staff of the 
Manitowoc Health & Rehab. Center; the staff of Aurora Medical Center, and 
(private) of the Aurora V.N.A. for all the compassionate, loving care extended 
to our father over the years. Your kindness will always be remembered.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 17, 2008


GEORGE H. BISHOP

George Bishop, 60(sic), of 827 N. 34th St., Milwaukee, died Sunday at West Side 
Hospital, Milwaukee. 
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 9:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. 
James Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Bishop was born April 27, 1916, at Two Rivers, a son of the late Stanley 
and Josephine Sobiech Bishop. An Army veteran of World War II, he spent most 
of his years in the Milwaukee area.
Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Perc Brandt of Manitowoc, Mrs. Carl Schmidt 
of Milwaukee, and Ms. Walter Condon of Friendship, Wis., and a number of nieces 
and nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial services will be at 8:15 
o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 5, 1970  P.21


LEONARD BISHOP

Leonard Bishop, 52, a former Two Rivers man who had been employed at Denver, 
Colo., the past 26 years, died at Memorial Hospital at Waukesha on Wednesday, 
where he had been a patient for some time.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Joseph Gabryzek officiating. Interment will be in 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Born in Two Rivers, in 1900, a son of the late Stanley and Josephine Sobieck 
Bishop, Mr. Bishop spent his young manhood days in this area and in 1926 left 
for Denver where he was employed with a utility firm.
Surviving Mr. Bishop are three sisters, Mrs. Perc Brandt of Manitowoc, Mrs. 
Walter Condon of Waukesha, and Mrs. Martha Evans of Milwaukee, and a brother, 
George Bishop of Milwaukee. 
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 
3 p.m. Friday until the time of services. The rosary will be recited at the 
funeral home at 8 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 11, 1952  P.27 


KATELYN CHRISTINE BJARNARSON

Katelyn C. Bjarnarson, infant daughter of Corey and Debra 
VanderBloomen Bjarnarson, was stillborn on Friday, December 8, 
1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Private Funeral Services will be held on Monday, December 11, 
1995, at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home. Rev. Jay 
Smoke will officiate with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Survivors include her parents, Corey and Debra Bjarnarson, Manitowoc; 
one brother, Nicholas; maternal grandparents, Edward and Noreen 
VanderBloomen Jr., Two Rivers; Paternal grandparents, Marvin and 
Darlene Bjarnarson, Manitowoc; one great-grandfather, Edward 
VanderBloomen Sr., Mishicot; aunts and uncles also survive including, 
Penny and Barry Boeckman, Manitowoc, Debbie and Brian Silva, Bulford, 
Ga., Vicky VanderBloomen, Two Rivers, Eddie VanderBloomen III, United 
States Army in Korea; cousins and other relatives also survive. She 
was preceded in death by her great-grandparents.
Herald Times Reporter, December 10, 1995 P. A2


ANTON M. BLAHA

Anton M. Blaha, 78, of 2020 Jefferson street, Two Rivers, died Sunday at his 
home. He had been in failing health several years.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., 
funeral home, Two Rivers, with burial in Holy Cross cemetery. The body may be 
viewed at the funeral home.
He was born in Two Creeks in 1868 and in 1892 married Miss Antoinette Lodel. 
They moved to Two Rivers about 50 years ago. He had last been employed at plant 
1 of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company as a spinner. Upon his retirement 
in 1940 he had a record of more than 30 years service and was a member of that 
firm's 30-Year club.
Surviving are his wife; two sons, Daniel and Eugene of Two Rivers; two daughters, 
Mrs. John Smith of San Diego, Calif.; and Mrs. James Segars of Two Rivers; two 
sisters, Mrs. Mary Last and Mrs. John Schultz of Two River and one brother, 
Wenzel of Two Rivers. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren and two great grand-
children.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 7, 1948  P.2


ANTONIA A. BLAHA

Funeral services for Mrs. Antonia Blaha, 94, of 2020 Jefferson St., Two Rivers, 
who died Tuesday at Manitowoc County Hospital, will be at 11 a.m. Friday at 
Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home and at 11:30 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Earl Brouchoud will officiate and burial will be 
in Holy Cross cemetery.
Mrs. Blaha, nee Antonia Lodel, was born July 9, 1871, at Tisch Mills, daughter 
of the late Adalbert and Anna Vondracek Lodel. She was married to Anton Blaha 
in 1892 at Tisch Mills. The couple came to Two Rivers 67 years ago. Mr. Blaha 
died June 6, 1948. Mrs. Blaha was a member of St. Luke Altar Society.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. John Smith, of San Diego and Mrs. James 
Segers, of Chicago, two sons, Dan and Eugene, of Two Rivers, 11 grandchildren 
and 22 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7;30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 28, 1965  P.16


BESS BLAHA

Miss Bess Blaha, 72, formerly of 2221 Jefferson St., a retired longtime Two 
Rivers school teacher, died Monday morning at Manitowoc County Hospital. She 
had been in failing health for more than a year. Funeral services will be 9:30 
am Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, and at 10 am at St. Lukes 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers, and the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial 
will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Miss Blaha was born Nov. 21, 1893, daughter of the late Wenzel and Mary Short 
Blaha. She attended St. Luke Parochial School and was graduated from Two Rivers 
High School with the class of 1911 of which she was the valedictorian. She 
continued her education at the former Oshkosh Normal School, graduating in 1913 
after which she taught for two years at Arlington, Wis. In 1915 she returned to 
Two Rivers and taught for the next five years at the former Roosevelt Elementary 
School and the Vocational School.
From 1920 to 1922 she was a teacher in the Rhinelander Public Schools after 
which she spent 15 years in the public school of Hibbing, Minn. In 1937 she 
taught a special class in the old H.P. Hamilton School and in 1945 assumed the 
fourth grade teaching position at Koenig Elementary School. She retired in 
1958.
Miss Blaha was a member of the Quarter Century Club of the Two Rivers Public 
Schools and in her earlier years was an ardent golfer. She is survived by a 
number of cousins.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 7 to 9 pm Tuesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Aug. 1, 1966 page M13
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(21 Nov. 1893/Aug. 1966/SSDI)


ETHEL L. BLAHA

Ethel Louise Blaha, daughter of Wenzel Blaha of Two Rivers, died late this 
morning at Two Rivers Municipal hospital, of burns which she sustained Tuesday 
evening when her clothing caught fire from a kitchen stove.
She was born in the town of Two Creeks and is survived by her father and one 
sister, Bess, at home. Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 8:30 
o'clock from the Jansky funeral home at Two Rivers and at 9 o'clock at St. 
Luke's church. The Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo will officiate and burial will 
be in Holy Cross cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 11, 1941 P. 5

GERTRUDE BLAHA

Two Rivers - Gertrude M. Blaha, age 90, formerly of 1730 30th Street, Two Rivers, died peacefully Sunday evening, February 10, 2019 at River Woods Place, Manitowoc.
Gertie was born in Two Rivers on November 20, 1928, the daughter of the late Matt and Snobie (Laurent) Krummel. She attended St. Luke's Catholic Grade School and graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School with the Class of 1946. On December 30, 1950, she married Wilbur E. (Bill) Blaha at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on February 2, 2001. Gertie was employed for many years as a Children's Librarian with the Joseph Mann Library. She was a member of St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church where she taught Religion Classes for over 50 years and belonged to the Council of Women. She also enjoyed her ladies bridge club, working cross-word puzzles, assembling picture puzzles, knitting/cross-stitching, watching Jeopardy on weekdays, and cheering for the Packers on Fall weekends.
Survivors include two children: Tom Blaha of Bowling Green, KY and Anne Blaha of Twin Lakes, WI; four grandchildren: Rita Rowland, Jack Blaha, Kristina Haines, and Kaitlyn Haines; two great-grandchildren: Jayden Haines and Jay Blaha. She is further survived by a brother-in-law, Don Williquette of Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Krummel of Waukesha; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and her husband, Bill, she was preceded in death by her sister, Shirley Williquette; her brother, Donald Krummel; and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Elaine (Don) Burden, Elizabeth (Fred) Brackett, and June (Dick) Blaha.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 16, 2019 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3201 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Tom Reynebeau, with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Saturday morning from 9:00 until 10:15 a.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.dejamartin.com.
Memorials would be appreciated, and can be made to St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Lester Public Library, or the donor's choice.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th Street, Two Rivers is assisting the Blaha family with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to thank the Management and Staff of River Woods Place for their wonderful care, attention, and compassion given to Gertie. Special and endless thanks go to Barbee Lester, Helen Bleser, and Laura Hayes-Stoeger for helping guide the Blaha family in Gertie's care and ensuring that Gertie's quality of life in her last years was the best possible.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., February 14, 2019

JOSEPH F. BLAHA

Joseph F. Blaha, 78, of 1809 Adams St., Two Rivers, entered eternal 
life on Thursday, June 8, 1989. Resurrection Liturgy will begin 5 pm 
Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers.
Mr. Blaha was born December 4, 1910, son of the late Frank and Mary 
Rezach Blaha in Two Rivers, but lived in Two Rivers since 1919. He 
attended elementary schools in Two Creeks and Two Rivers and attended 
the Two Rivers Vocational School. He married Ruth Luebke in 1947. She 
preceded him into eternal life in 1949. Joe worked at Mirro Aluminum 
for 49 years as a Tool and Die Maker. He was a member of International 
Association of Machinists, Knights of Columbus No. 1957 and St. Luke 
Parish.
Survivors include his children, Jean (Mrs. Frank) Battaglia of East 
Brunswick, New Jersey and Rev. John Blaha of Saumico, Ruth and Frank 
Battaglia are his grandchildren. Joe's sisters, Lucy Blaha and Agatha 
(Mrs. William) Scherer are with him in God's house.
Visitation will be 2 pm to 5 pm Monday, June 12, at St. Luke Church, 
Two Rivers. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Memorials 
in Joe's name may be made to Two Rivers Catholic Central School. Deja 
and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., June 10, 1989 page B6
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(4 Dec 1910/8 Jun 1989/SSDI)


MARY BLAHA

Mrs. Wenzel Blaha, 72, cousin of Tom Walsh, Dies
Mrs. Wenzel Blaha, 72, 2221 Jefferson street, Two Rivers, a cousin of the late 
Senator Thomas Walsh, former Two Rivers resident, died today at the municipal 
hospital in Two Rivers, where she has been a patient for a week.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. from the home and at 
9 o'clock from the St. Luke's Catholic church.
Survivors are the widower, and two daughters, Ethel, Two Rivers, and Bessie, 
a teacher at Hibbing, Minn.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 28, 1936 P. 9
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[Mary Frances Blaha]


OTTO J. BLAHA

Otto J. Blaha, 66, of 1820 29th St., widely known retired resort operator over 
a long period of years, died of a heart condition at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital at 10 a.m. Saturday, where he had been a patient for several weeks. 
He had been in failing health for more than a year.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the 
Rev. John K. Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Blaha was born in the Town of Two Creeks Oct. 20, 1892, son of the late 
Ignaz and Christina Boretsky Blaha. He attended the district school at Two 
Creeks and studied for two years at a Menominee, Mich. agricultural school 
under the late Prof. J.F. Wojta, also a native of Two Creeks. Thirty-nine year 
ago he acquired a large tract on Big Lake, Manitowosh, Wis., where he developed 
a resort known as Muskie Lodge. The resort was frequented over the years by 
those identified in the sports field, particularly archery. His annual guest 
over a period of years was W.C. (Roundy) Coughlin, prominent Madison sports 
writer.
Mr. Blaha was one of the first archers in Wisconsin to hunt deer with a bow 
and arrow. He was instrumental in developing archery also in the Two Rivers 
area. He retired from his resort business nearly two years ago, selling his 
interests.
Surviving are his wife, the former Emily Abbet, whom he married at Sheboygan 
Nov. 28, 1917, a daughter, Mrs.Carl Domenoski of Two Rivers; a son, Otto Jr., 
of Stoughton, Wis.; two brothers, Julius of Mercer, Wis., and Sup. Victor Blaha 
of the Town of Two Creeks; a sister, Mrs. Emily Sager of Kewaunee, and six 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels where the Rosary will be recited at 
8 o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, Mary 18, 1959 P. 11
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[Otto Joseph Blaha]


RUTH H. BLAHA

Mrs. Joseph Blaha, 31, of 1809 Adams street, Two Rivers, died 
Saturday at Two Rivers Municipal hospital following an illness 
of one week. She had given birth to a son Sept. 10
Services are to be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the St. John Lutheran 
church, Two Rivers, with the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Burial 
will be in Holy cross cemetery.
Born Ruth Luebke in Two Rivers in 1918, Mrs. Blaha was the daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Luebke.
Following her graduation from Washington high school in Two Rivers 
she was employed in the office of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing 
company for five years. She was also employed in the Metalware Corp. 
office for a year prior to her marriage to Joseph Blaha in September, 
1947.
Surviving are the husband; one daughter and the infant son (Survivors 
omitted for privacy.); a sister, Mrs. Lyle Kurtz; and a brother Wilbert 
Luebke, both of Two Rivers.
The body may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home this evening until 
10 a.m., Tuesday when it will be taken to the church where it will lie 
in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 19, 1949 P.2


WENZEL BLAHA

Wenzel Blaha, 92, of 2221 Jefferson St., Two Rivers, a lifelong resident of 
the county, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital at 2 p.m. Saturday. He had 
been a patient there for several weeks, but had been in failing health for 
nearly a year.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday  at the Deja & Martin Funeral 
Chapels and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C.V. Hugo 
officiating. Interment will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Blaha was born in the Town of Two Creeks on Sept. 1, 1863, a son of the late 
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Blaha, who immigrated to this country from Czechoslovakia in 
1867. He attended schools at Two Creeks and in his early youth became an employe 
of the old Pfister & Vogel Leather co. at Two Creeks, which is now located at 
Milwaukee. Nearly 70 years ago he married the former Mary Short, a cousin of the 
late U.S. Senator Thomas J. Walsh. She preceded him in death neary 29 years ago.
The couple came to Two Rivers after their marriage and Mr. Blaha was employed at 
the old Mueller Brewing Co. After the turn of the century Mr. Blaha, who sailed 
on the lakes for a number of years, entered the commercial fishing field in a 
partnership with George Knipfer, operating the tug Swan. After World War I he 
entered the employ of the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. from which firm he retired 20 
years ago. In his years of retirement he kept active as a wood carver, a hobby 
which he developed as a boy on the farm at Two Creeks.
His only affiliation was with the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge of Two Rivers.
Surviving Mr. Blaha are a daughter, Miss Bess Blaha, a teacher in the Koenig 
Elementary School at Two Rivers; and a sister, Mrs. John Schultz of Two Rivers. 
The only other child, a daughter, Miss Ethel Blaha, died in 1941.
Friends may call at the funeral chapel after 2 p.m. Monday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7:45 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, March 24, 1956 P.10
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RESCUE 4 MEN ADRIFT IN  LAKE
Carferry Ann Arbor 4 Saves Two Rivers Men After Hours 
Two Rivers, Feb. 23 - 
Adrift in Lake Michigan in two small fish boats, threatened by the ice fields, 
George and Matt Kniepper, Wenzel Blaha and Wm Glandt, fishermen of this city, 
were rescued early this morning by Ann Arbor carferry No. 4 in command of Capt. 
Robertson and were taken to Manitowoc. The four men manning the fish tugs, Swan 
and Earl, suffered from the cold and exposure of several hours in med lake and 
but for the timely passing of the carferry would probably have perished. The 
men were picked up eight miles north of this city. The boats were unable to make 
headway in the heavy ice fields.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Feb. 23, 1910 
*****
A Perilous Trip Across the Lake
Peter Gagnon, M. Bartelme, Wenzel Blaha and Peter Dionne who crossed 
the lake last week in the little fishing tug, J.N. Brooks, had a very perilous 
eventful voyage, though they reached land safely and very glad they were 
to get there.  When about half way over the tug sprung badly a leak and to 
make the situation more serious, the siphon became slogged with fine coal 
dust and refused to work and the hand pump was broken in the excitement 
so that bailing had to be resorted to while the siphon was being cleared, but 
ere this was accomplished the water gained so much as to nearly extinguish 
the fire in the furnace. For a time the situation had a grave aspect. The yawl 
was launched in readiness for an emergency. But they resolved to do some 
pretty hard work before abandoning the tug. They had already sunk $600 in 
her and they did not care to have their entire investment sunk by the sinking 
of the tug. So while Peter Gagnon worked at the siphon, the rest stripped to the 
skin, bailed for dear life. Though the water they stood in was cold, the sweat 
rolled off them in streams, but the bailing buckets kept on flying. Fortunately, 
just before they became incapacitated for further work owing to exhaustion, 
Gagnon got the siphon free and the fire revived. Still bailing had to be constantly 
kept up until land was reached, owing to the fact that the capacity of the siphon 
was not equal to the leak.  But the danger was over and the voyage could be 
resumed.  In his gratitude, Gagnon offered up a prayer of thanksgiving to the 
Neptune of the lake for the entire crew upon the tug's poop deck.  Bartelme took 
a big "chaw" of water soaked plug.  Dionne headed the tug for Manistee and Blaha 
opened the last case of beer to celebrate their miraculous delivery from the 
rapacity of the waves.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Aug. 11, 1891


WILBUR (BILL) BLAHA

Wilbur (Bill) Blaha, age 72, of Two Rivers, died Friday morning 
February 2, 2001, at Aurora Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be at 3 p.m. Monday, February 5, 2001, at 
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the 
Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William O'Brien. Burial 
will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born on December 31, 1928, in Two Rivers, the son of the 
late Daniel and Esther Nocker Blaha. He attended grade school and 
high school in Two Rivers. On December 30, 1950 he was married to 
Gertie Krummel in Two Rivers. Bill served in the Korean Conflict.
He was employed at the Schwartz Manufacturing Company as a 
production manager, retiring nine years ago. He was a member of the 
Men of Holy Redeemer, the parish council and the liturgy committee. 
He was a past member of the Two Rivers Library Board. Bill enjoyed 
his grandchildren, his long time special bridge four-some, fishing 
and his cottage at Three Lakes.
Survivors include his wife, Gertie, a son and daughter-in-law, 
Thomas J. and Marcia Blaha of Bowling Green, Ky., and a daughter, 
Anne Elizabeth Haines of Lake Geneva, one sister, Elaine Burden of 
Sturgeon Bay, also surviving are a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, 
Don and Dorothy Krummel of Waukesha and two sister-in-laws and 
a brother-in-law, June Blaha of Two Rivers, Shirley and Don Williquette 
of Manitowoc, four grandchildren, Rita, Jack, Kristina and Kaityln 
and a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church after 1 p.m. on 
Monday until time the of service at 3 p.m.
Memorials would be appreciated to Holy Redeemer/Sacred Heart Parish.
The Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted the family 
with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 4, 2001


FRANCIS BLAHNIK

Francis Blahnik, 50, of 1102 Sheridan Rd., Two Rivers, who for a number of 
years operated a scrap metal establishment at Two Rivers, died Saturday morning 
at University of Wisconsin Hospital, Madison. He had been in failing health for 
a number of years.
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, Two Rivers, the 
Rev. H.J. Schmtiz officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Blahnik was born Feb. 27, 1913 at Algoma, son of the late Emil and Anna Barta 
Blahnik. When he was 20 he moved to Two Rivers and for most of his years at Two 
Rivers operated the scrap metal business. He married the former Hazel La Chappelle 
at Two Rivers, March 20, 1937.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Jerry Bashaw, of Manitowoc, two sons, 
James and Robert of Two Rivers, two brothers, Raymond, of Algoma and Elmer, of 
Milwaukee and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 7:45 p.m.
Two Rivers Reporter, December 28, 1963 P. M-7


FRANK J. BLAHNIK    (d. 1989)

Frank J. Blahnik, 72, of 1114 24th Street, Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning, 
November 14, 1989 at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 
2 pm Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will 
officiate with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Blahnik was born February 24, 1917 in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, 
son of the late Joseph and Tillie Sekadlo Blahnik. He married the former Patricia 
Migawa on June 28, 1940 at St.Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, by Rev. Peter 
Nilles. Mr. Blahnik was employed at Hamilton Industries from 1937 until his 
retirement in 1981. For many years he was foreman of the The Type Shop and 
Upholstery Department. Three years prior to his retirement he was foreman of the 
Wood Department. Mr. Blahnik was a past member of Hamilton Good Fellowship Club. 
He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing with his sons and friends. 
His favorite place was the outdoors where he could observe and appreciate the wild 
life around him. His stories enlivened many deer camps and brightened the eyes of 
his grandchildren. Most of all Frank enjoyed being in the company of others. He was 
a caring man who would lend a hand when it was needed.
Survivors include his wife, Patricia; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Glenn 
of Dubois, Wyoming, Jon and Cheryl of Green Bay, Rick and Mary Beth of Manitowoc; 
seven grandchildren, Glenda, Jackie, Ward, Brook, Brent, Brandon and Brock Blahnik; 
a great grandson, Zachery and other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded 
in death by a son, Jim.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm 
Wednesday. Memorials Service will be held at 7 pm Wednesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Nov. 13, 1989 page B6
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(24 Feb 1917/14 Nov 1989/SSDI)


GLENN FRANCIS BLAHNIK

Private family services were held Wednesday, July 11, 2001 in Gillette, Wyo. 
for former longtime Two Rivers, Wis. resident Glenn F. Blahnik, 58. He died 
Monday, June 9, 2001 at Campbell County Memorial Hospital, Gillette, Wyo. as 
a result of natural causes.
Glenn Francis Blahnik was born July 11, 1942 in Two Rivers, Wis. to Francis 
Joseph and Patricia (Migawa) Blahnik. He was raised and educated in Two Rivers. 
He served in the US Marines and was honorably discharged as a Sergeant. He moved 
to Wyoming in 1988 and lived in various places throughout the state.
He is survived by three children, Glenda Linsmeier, Ward Blahnik both of Manitowoc, 
Wis., Jackie Blahnik, Eugene, Ore.; four grandchildren, Zachary, Autumn and Andrea 
Linsmeier, Kyra Blahnik, all of Manitowoc, Wis.; mother Patricia Blahnik, Two 
Rivers, Wis. and two brothers, Jon Blahnik, Green Bay, Wis., Rick Blahnik, 
Manitowoc, Wis.
He was preceded in death by his father, a brother James Blahnik and paternal and 
maternal grandparents.
Wilson Funeral Home, Gillette, Wyo. is in care of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 14, 2001 P. A6


JAMES P. BLAHNIK

Funeral services for James P. BLahnik, 18, of 1114-24th St., Two Rivers, who 
died at 2 p.m. Saturday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital of injuries sustained 
when his car collided early Wednesday morning with a car driven by Walter K. 
Wigen of Manitowoc just north of Two Rivers on Highway 42, were at 9:30 a.m. 
Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. 
with a solemn requiem high mass at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Celebrant was the Rev. H.J. Schmitz while the Revs. George Beth and Gilbert 
Schneider served as deacon and subdeacon respectively. Burial was in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Pallbearers were Vernon Kumbalek, Harvey LeRoy, Patrick Hurley, David Stangel, 
John Begotka and Lee Sand.
James Blahnik was born Oct. 3, 1945, at Two Rivers, son of Frank and Patricia 
Migawa Blahnik. He attended St. Luke Parochial School. Two Rivers, and was 
graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School with the class of 1962. Since 
graduation he was employed at Dave's Sports Center, Two Rivers. An ardent 
sportsman, James was a member of five trapshooting clubs of the area including 
Hide-A-Way, Mishicot; Cool City, Two Rivers; Shoto, Swamp Bar, Kewaunee, and 
the Inter-Club. Also he was a member of St. Joseph Athletic Assn. of Two Rivers. 
Besides his parents he leaves three brothers, Pfc. Glenn, with the U.S. Marine 
Corps at Camp Pendleton, Calif., and Jon and Rickey, at home, the paternal 
grandmother, Mrs. Tillie Blahnik, of Two Rivers, and the maternal grandmother, 
Mrs. Valeska Migawa, of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 8, 1964  P. 14
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(Note: An account of the accident is on p.1)


JOSEPH A. BLAHNIK

Joseph A. Blahnik, 70, of 2315 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Monday morning at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he was a patient for a week.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. H. J. 
Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Blahnik was born Feb. 11, 1893, in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, son 
of the late Wenzel and Anna Ditz (sic) Blahnik. He married the former Tillie 
Sekadlo at St. Lawrence Church, Stangelville, Sept. 6, 1917. After operating a 
farm near Two Rivers off Highway 42 for five years the family came to Two Rivers 
35 years ago where Mr. Blahnik was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co. until his 
retirement six years ago.
Besides his wife, he leaves a son, Frank, of Two Rivers, four grandchildren and 
a number of niece and nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m. 
Two Rivers Reporter, July 9, 1963  P. M-11


PATRICIA BLAHNIK

Patricia (Patty) Blahnik, age 84, of 1114 24 St., Two Rivers, died Thursday 
afternoon, Oct. 31, 2002 at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral 
services will be at 6 p.m., Monday, Nov. 4, 2002 at The Klein & Stangel Funeral 
Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be 
the Rev. Larry Seidl. Burial will take place on Tuesday at Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
Pat was born Oct. 10, 1918 in Billings, Mont., daughter of the late Joseph and 
Valeska Biesinger Migawa. She was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers. 
On June 26, 1940 she married Frank Blahnik at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death on Nov. 14, 1989. 
Patricia was employed at Fisher Hamilton in Two Rivers for several years. 
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law: Jon and Cheryl Blahnik, Green Bay; 
Rick and MaryBeth Blahnik, Manitowoc; seven grandchildren: Brook Blahnik, Brent 
Blahnik, Brandon Blahnik, Brock Blahnik, Glenda and Mark Lindsmeier, Jackie Blahnik, 
Ward Blahnik; five great-grandchildren: (private); two sisters: Delores Keip and 
Marie Martell, both of Two Rivers. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive. In addition to her parents and husband: Frank, Patricia was preceded 
in death by two sons: James and Glenn; a sister: Veronica Culligan; and a brother: 
Francis Migawa. 
The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, 2002 until 
the time of service at 6 p.m. at The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation 
Care Center, Two Rivers. 
Mom loved to talk about her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We 
will miss her love and caring for us. We are proud of all that she accomplished 
in her life. She always brought cheer and laughter to family gatherings. She left 
us with many fond memories that will keep her in our hearts and thoughts forever. 
We love you Mom. 
Manitowoc Herald Times  Saturday, November 2, 2002  pg. A3
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(10 Oct 1918/31 Oct 2002/SSDI)


TILLIE BLAHNIK

Mrs. Othilda (Tillie) Blahnik, 74, of 2215 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Friday 
night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she was a patient for five weeks. 
Funeral services will be at 10 am Tuesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers and at 10:30 am at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud 
officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Blahnik, nee Othilda Sekadlo was born Jan. 25, 1897, at Garden City, Mich., 
a daughter of the late Frank and Anna Mach Sekadlo. She was married Sept. 6, 1917 
at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Stangelville, to Joseph Blahnik, after which 
they became engaged in farming in the Town of Two Rivers. Five years later they 
moved to Two Rivers. Mr. Blahnik died July 8, 1968. An ardent gardener, her other 
hobbies included buying and selling of antiques and collection of small coins.
Survivors include a son, Frank of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Jake (Evelyn) 
Ledvina and Mrs. Elmer (Josie) Yagle of Kewaunee; two brothers, George of Mishicot 
and Ben Sekadlo of Two Rivers; three grandchildren and one great grandchild. A 
grandson, James Blahnik, preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 pm Monday where memorial services 
will be at 7:45 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Aug. 1, 1970 page M13
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[Othilda Blahnik] 
(16 Mar. 1896/13 Nov. 1996/SSDI)


EDNA BLANDIN

Edna Blandin, 87, a resident of Park Lawn Home, died late Friday evening, 
October 2, 1987 at the home. Funeral services will be 2 pm Tuesday at Holy 
Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Msgr. Alfred A. Schneider and Rev. 
Arthur Parrotta will officiate with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. Blandin was born August 23, 1900 at Coleman, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Basil and Elizabeth Bebeau Soquet. Mrs. Blandin attended schools at Coleman. 
She married Raymond Handy and he preceded her in death. She later married Raymond 
Handy and he also preceded her in death.
Survivors include a son and a daughter-in-law, Gerald and Ruth Handy of Two Rivers; 
a daughter and a son-in-law, Prondess and Celes Parrotta of Sun City, Arizona; a 
sister, Mrs. Ida Niquette of Green Bay; two nieces, Fern Rochleau of Two Rivers 
and Marion Doidge of Venice, Florida; a nephew, Elmer Bebeau of Sun Lake, Arizona; 
four grandchildren, Cory Diehm of Green Bay, Debra Thuss of Two Rivers, Dan Handy 
of Jacksonville, Arkansas and Jim Parrotta of Chicago and a very good friend, 
Melvina Woulf of Menasha.
Friends may call at Deja and Marin Funeral Home, Two Rivers from 5 pm to 8 pm Monday. 
Memorial services will be held at 7 pm Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Oct. 4, 1987 page 17


DANIEL BLASCZYK

Daniel Blasczyk, 46, of 2716 10th St., Two Rivers, died early Tuesday morning 
at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Mark Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Michael Koch will officiate and burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Blasczyk was born Feb. 28, 1928, at Two Rivers, son of Ernest and Mary 
Zwicke Blasczyk. He was employed at Manitowoc Engineering.. He married Dorothy 
Dickman Aug. 18, 1962, at Sacred Heart Church, Two Rivers, Mr. Blasczyk was a 
Veteran of World War II serving in the Navy and a member of Veterans of Foreign 
Wars, Post 1248.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mary Jane, at home; his mother, Mrs. 
Ernest Blasczyk; two sisters, Mrs. Arthur (Doris) Heyroth, of Mishicot and Mrs. 
Dale (Marilyn) Schultz, of Two Rivers; four brothers, Roman Zwicke, of Valparaiso, 
Ind., Robert Wicke, of Calif., and Richard and Raymond Blasczyk, of Two Rivers. 
His father and a brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call from 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral 
Home where a memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, February 11, 1975  P.10 


ERNEST BLASZCZYK

Ernest Blaszczyk(sic), 70, of 2404 W. River St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday 
afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Klein and Stangel Inc. 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. 
The Rev. James Stamborski will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery.
Mr. Blaszczyk was born Feb. 1, 1898, at Pulaski, a son of the late Frank 
and Clara Blaszczyk. He came to Two Rivers 45 years ago and was employed 
as a trucker at the Hamilton Mfg. Co. until retiring five years ago. He 
married Mary Zywicki Sept. 7, 1927, at Two Rivers. He was a member of 
Hamilton Goodfellow Club.
Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Arthur (Doris) Heyroth of 
Mishicot and Mrs. Dale (Marilyn) Schultz of Two Rivers; five sons, Robert 
of California, Roman of Valparaiso, Ind., and Daniel, Richard and Raymond, 
all of Two Rivers; four sisters, Mrs. Josephine Witulski and Mrs. Rose 
Hanlon, both of Chicago, and Mrs. Pauline Szymanski and Mrs. Victoria Piora, 
both of Pulaski; two brothers, Edward of Green Bay and Frank of Pulaski, 
and seven grandchildren. A son, Paul, was killed in the Korean conflict in 
1951.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 7:30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 13, 1968  P. 30 
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(1 Feb 1898/Jun 1968/SSDI)


MARY BLASZCZYK

Mary A. Blaszczyk, age 98, a resident of North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation 
Center, Manitowoc, died Wednesday afternoon, July 28, 1999, at Hamilton Memorial 
Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral Services were held at 10 a.m. Friday, July 30, 1999, at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial was Rev. 
William O'Brien, with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born November 26, 1900, in Pulaski, Wis., daughter of the late John and 
Elizabeth Claubuski Zywicki. She married Ernest Blaszczyk on September 7, 1927, 
in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on June 12, 1968. She was a member of 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers.
Survivors include one son and two daughters-in-law, Richard and Carol Blaszczyk, 
Two Rivers, Dorothy Blaszczyk, Two Rivers; two daughters and sons-in-law, Doris 
and Art Heywroth, Mishicot, Marilyn and Dale Schultz, Two Rivers; ten grandchildren, 
Tom, Chuck, Mary Ellen, Kenneth, Nancy, Tom, Jim, Joan, Mary Jane, and Paul; eight 
great-grandchildren; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Gertie Kotchie, Two Rivers, 
Virginia and Milton Pilzak, Two Rivers; one sister-in-law, Mary Zywicki, Mosinee, 
Wis.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in 
death by five sons, Roman, Bob, Danny, Paul and Raymond.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 30, 1999 P. A2
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(26 Nov 1900/28 Jul 1999/SSDI)


PAUL JOSEPH BLASZCZYK

Pfc. Blasczyk 19 (sic), Killed in Action 
Two Rivers Soldier In Korean Campaign 
Two Rivers-Pfc. Paul J. Blasczyk, 19, died in action on the Korean front July 
12, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Blasczyk, 2402 West River street, were 
informed by telegram Monday.
In forwarding the information the U.S. army's adjutant general's department 
expressed regret for the delay in notification and promised a confirming letter 
in the near future.
The Two Rivers youth was the 13th county resident reported dead as a result of 
service in the Korean campaign.
Pfc. Blasczyk entered the U.S. army Oct. 23, 1950 and had been in Korea since 
March of this year. He had taken his basic training at Camp Pickett, Va. Before 
his induction he was employed at plant 1 of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing 
company at Two Rivers. 
He was born in Two Rivers in 1932 and was graduated from the Sacred Heart 
Catholic grade school. He attended Washington high school here also.
In addition to his parents Pfc. Blasczyk is survived by two sisters, Doris and 
Marilyn, both at home, and five brothers, Robert, of Milwaukee, Roman, of Gary, 
Ind., Pfc. Raymond, with the army in Korea, and Daniel and Richard at home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 28, 1951  P. 1
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Military funeral services to be conducted by the Eleven Gold Star post 1248, 
Veterans of Foreign Wars, will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers for Pfc. Paul J. Blasczyk, 19, who was killed in 
action in Korea on July 12. The Rev. Joseph Gabryszek will officiate. Interment 
will be in Holy Cross cemetery.
Government escort will be Pfc Blasczyk's elder brother, Pfc. Raymond Blasczyk, 
serving also in Korea, who is accompanying the casket to Two Rivers. It is to 
arrive Monday afternoon and will be removed to the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home.
Pfc. Blasczyk was born in Two Rivers in 1932, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest 
Blasczyk, 2404 W. River St. He entered the service on Oct. 23, 1950 and was 
sent to Korea in April, 1951. 
Besides his parents he leaves two sisters, Doris and Marilyn Blasczyk both at 
home, and five brothers, Robert of Milwaukee, Roman of Gary, Ind., Daniel and 
Richard of Two Rivers and Pfc. Raymond Blasczyk.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 7 
p.m. Monday until the hour of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral 
home at 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 15, 1951  P.2


RICHARD BLASZCZYK

Richard "Richie" Blaszczyk, 76, Two Rivers, passed away on Monday, May 1, 2006, 
at Aurora Bay Care Medical Center. Richie was born on June 21, 1929, in Two 
Rivers, the son of the late Ernest and Mary (Zywicke) Blaszczyk. On June 19, 
1965, he married the former Carol Mohr at Holy Innocence Catholic Church. Richie 
worked at Hamilton Industries as a mail carrier for over 49 years until his 
retirement in 1995.
Richie is survived by his loving wife, Carol; two sons and daughters-in-law, 
Charles and Diane Blaszczyk, Thomas and Chelle Blaszczyk; two grandchildren, 
Paige and Zachary; one sister and two brothers-in-law, Marilyn and Dale Schultz, 
Arthur Heyroth; two sisters-in-law, Carolyn and Dorothy. He is further survived 
by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by five brothers, Roman, Donald, Robert, Paul, his twin 
brother, Raymond, and one sister, Doris.
Gathering of family and friends will held on Friday, May 5, 2006, from 9:30 a.m. 
to 11 a.m. at Saint Bernard Catholic Church, 2040 Hillside Lane. Mass of 
Resurrection will be celebrated at 11 a.m. with the Rev. David Pleier officiating.
In lieu of flowers, a Memorial Fund has been established in Richie's name.
The family would like to offer a warm note of appreciation to Dr. Raul Mendoza-
Ayala and the 3rd floor ICU nursing staff of Aurora BayCare Medical Center for all 
of their gentle care and loving compassion.
Hansen Family Funeral And Cremation Services
1644 Lime Kiln Road
Green Bay Press-Gazette, May 4, 2006 


AGNES (SCHAUER) BODENSTAB

Agnes (Shauer) Bodenstab, age 94, a resident of St. Mary's Home, 
formerly of 1816 Emmet St., Two Rivers, died early Tuesday morning
April 23, 1996, at St. Mary's Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 12 noon, Saturday, April 27, 1996, 
at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the
Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Donald Marquardt with burial 
in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born June 24, 1901, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late
Frank and Jennie Gonia Bonk. She attended Sacred Heart Grade School 
and Washington High School. On September 22, 1927, she married James
Schauer in Two Rivers and he preceded her in death January 17, 1973. 
On September 8, 1977, she married Leonard Bodenstab in Two Rivers. 
He also preceded her in death October 14, 1984. Agnes was organist 
at Sacred Heart Church for 16 years. She was employed at Mirro 
Aluminum Company for many years.
Surviving are a number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church after 11 a.m.  
Saturday until the time of service at 12.
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 25, 1996 p.A2
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(SSDI has b. 25 Jun 1901)


LEONARD BODENSTAB

Leonard Bodenstab, 81, of 1816 Emmet St., Two Rivers, died Sunday morning, 
October 14, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers. Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate and burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery(sic), Two Rivers.
Mr. Bodenstab was born April 8, 1903, at Kiel, Wis., son of the late Hugo and 
Augusta Bodenstab. He attended Sheboygan Schools. For a number of years he 
operated Bodenstab Manufacturing Company. Later he was a draftsman at Hamilton 
Industries for a number of years. He married the former Victoria Wrobleski in 
1937. She preceded him in death in 1976. On Sept. 8, 1977, he married Agnes 
Shauer. Mr. Bodenstab was a member of the Two Rivers Elks Club and a member of 
William G. Kahlenberg Masonic Lodge.
Survivors include his wife, Agnes; two stepsons, Wilbur and Gloria Rezachek of 
Two Rivers and Paul and Cora Rezachek of Cottage Grove, Minnesota; a daughter 
and son-in-law, Lois and Leo Schroeder of Two Rivers; and 13 grandchildren and 
several great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5 p.m. to 8 
p.m. Tuesday.
Herald Times Reporter, October 15, 1984 P. 3
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(Note: Cemetery record shows him in Holy Cross cemetery)
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Funeral card
In Loving Memory of
Leonard Bodenstab
April 8, 1903
October 14, 1984
Deja & Martin
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
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(8 Apr 1903/Oct 1984/SSDI)


VICTORIA BODENSTAB

Mrs. Leonard (Victoria) Bodenstab, 69, of 2114-33rd St., Two Rivers, died 
Wednesday at Bellin Memorial Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Calvary Emanuel Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Ralph Bachman will officiate with burial in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Bodenstab, nee Victoria Wrueblski, was born Aug. 2, at Sault Ste. Marie, 
Mich. As a young woman she moved to Two Rivers where she was employed many years 
at Mirro Aluminum Co. She was married to Leonard Bodenstab Sept. 27, 1937, in 
Indiana.
Survivors include her husband, two sons, Paul Rezachek, of Cottage Grove, Minn., 
and Wilbur Rezachek, of Two Rivers; a daughter, Mrs. Leo Schroeder, of Two Rivers; 
a sister, Mrs. Anna Kowalsky, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, 13 grandchildren and three great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday and 
at the church after 9 a.m. Saturday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, September 2, 1976  P.20 
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(2 Aug 1907/Sep 1976/SSDI)

CAROLYN A. BODWIN

Two Rivers - Carolyn A. Bodwin, age 72, of Two Rivers, died peacefully early Tuesday morning, October 15, 2019 at the Atrium of Two Rivers (Northland Lodge) with her family at her side, after a long battle with multiple system atrophy.
Carolyn was born in Madison on September 11, 1947 to Christian and Rita (Fitzgerald) Wellens. She attended St. Francis Grade School in DePere and graduated from St. Joseph Academy High School in Green Bay. She then furthered her education at Outagamie County Teachers College. On May 4, 1974, she married Glenn P. Bodwin at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Two Rivers. The couple recently celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary.
Carolyn lived life with a positive attitude, an upbeat personality, and always wore a smile. She was an amazing mother to her daughters; she enjoyed fishing and walks on the beach with her husband, Glenn; and loved to read and do craftwork.
Survivors include her husband, Glenn; two daughters: Lisa Bodwin and fiance, Jeff Mueller, and Sara Johnson, all of Manitowoc; four brothers and three sisters: Lydwine (Bill) Joy of Arizona; John (Helen) Wellens, Steve (Ruth) Wellens, Eugene Wellens, Mike Wellens, Christine Wellens, and Jane Boex, all of Green Bay; three sisters-in-law, Nancy Stichert of Wyoming, Bonnie Rulseh of Illinois, and Judi Bodwin of Two Rivers; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Mary Joan Wellens; and a brother-in-law, Bill Bodwin.
Private family services will be held, with a celebration of life gathering to be held at a later date. Burial will take place in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.dejamartin.com.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the Bodwin family with funeral arrangements.
Carolyn's family would like to extend a special thank you to Annie Poplawski of Two Rivers and to the staff of Northland Lodge for the wonderful care over the past 3 1/2 years; they would also like to express their sincere appreciation to the caregivers of Southern Care Hospice for their kindness and compassionate care extended to Carolyn.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., October 18, 2019

EVERETT E. BODWIN

Everett E. Bodwin, 64, of 2420 Lincoln Ave., Two Rivers, died late Thursday, 
December 18, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bodwin was born Aug. 21, 1916, at Edgar, Wis., son of the late Mary Grimm 
Bodwin and the late Arthur Bodwin. He married Florence Koehler May 25, 1943, 
at Kewaunee. He retired last August from his employment with George Clark 
Transit company and was a member of Two Rivers Knights of Columbus.
Survivors include his wife, two sons and daughters-in-law, William ad Judy 
Bodwin and Glenn and Carolyn Bodwin of Two Rivers; two daughters and sons-in-
law, Nancy and Gary Stichert of Pocatello, Idaho, and Bonnie and James Rulseh 
of McHenry, Ill.; his mother, Mrs. Mary Bodwin of Two Rivers; three brothers, 
Ralph Bodwin of Two Rivers, Leonard Bodwin of Mishicot and Donald Bodwin of 
Reedsville; a sister, Mrs. Earl Bruemmer of Tisch Mills and five grandchildren. 
Two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 5:30 
o'clock this Friday evening. Members of Knights of Columbus will participate with 
relatives and friends in a memorial service at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, December 19, 1980 P.3
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(21 Aug 1916/Dec 1980/SSDI)


FLORENCE BODWIN

Florence J. Bodwin, age 87, of Two Rivers, died Monday afternoon, Jan. 27, 2003, 
at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 31, 2003, 
at St. Peter The Fisherman Catholic Church - St. Luke Site, Two Rivers. 
Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William O'Brien 
with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Florence was born on Oct. 23, 1915, in the town of Carlton, daughter of the late 
Paul and Julia Petrick Koehler. She was a graduate of the Algoma Teachers College. 
On May 25, 1943, she married Everett E. Bodwin in Kewaunee. He preceded her in 
death on Dec. 18, 1980. Florence taught at a one-room schoolhouse in the town of 
Carlton and was also employed at Riverside Seafoods, the Point Beach Nuclear Power 
Plant and Kozy Interiors. She was a member of the Ladies of St. Luke and Two Rivers 
Homemakers Club. She was an accomplished quilter, seamstress and an avid gardener 
who also enjoyed traveling. 
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law: William and Judi Bodwin, Glenn 
and Carolyn Bodwin, all of Two Rivers; two daughters: Nancy Stichert, Casper, Wyo.; 
and Bonnie Rulseh, McHenry, Ill.; eight grandchildren: Jeff Bodwin, Diana Bodwin, 
Brad Bodwin, Lisa Bodwin, Sara Johnson, Neil Stichert, Mark Stichert and Erika 
Rulseh; one great-granddaughter: London; a brother: Arden Koehler, Kewaunee. She 
is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also 
preceded in death by one brother: Arthur Koehler and two sisters: Grace Koehler 
and Alice Gagnon. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter The Fisherman Catholic 
Church - St. Luke Site, Two Rivers, Friday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of 
service at 11 a.m. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Two 
Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2003
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(23 Oct 1915/27 Jan 2003/SSDI)


FRANCES K. BODWIN

Frances K. Bodwin, age 95, of 2025 33rd St., Two Rivers, died Thursday 
afternoon, Jan. 13, 2011, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Frances was born in the Dec. 27, 1915 (sic), in the town of Two Rivers, a 
daughter of the late Thomas and Frances (Wiese) Swada. She attended Rangeline 
Country School and graduated from Washington High School with the class of 
1934. On Aug. 20, 1940, she married Ralph Bodwin at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers. Frances worked at the Two Rivers Community Hospital as a 
supervisor in the kitchen and then as a certified nursing assistant.
Survivors include her loving and devoted husband of 70 years: Ralph Bodwin; 
two daughters; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren (private). She is 
further survived by two sisters-in-law (private); along with nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by four sisters: 
Therese Kubichek, Esther Jaeckel, Anna Grimm and Rose Wellhoefer; and one 
brother: Cornelius Swada.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2011, at St. Peter 
the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian 
burial will be the Rev. Dick Mauthe with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
The family will greet relavites and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic 
Church on Tuesday from 9:30 until 10:45 a.m. There will be no Monday evening 
visitation.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the Bodwin 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 16, 2011

RALPH J. BODWIN

Ralph J. Bodwin, age 101, longtime resident of Two Rivers, passed on to rejoin his dear wife of 70 years in their heavenly home, Thursday evening, April 14, 2016.
Ralph was born on July 21, 1914, in Edgar, WI, son of the late Arthur and Mary (Grimm) Bodwin. He attended the Twin Elder School in the Town of Two Creeks and graduated from Washington High School, Two Rivers, with the Class of 1932. On August 20, 1940, he married Frances K. Swada at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. She preceded him in death on January 13, 2011. Ralph was employed at the Two Creeks Garage for a number of years; International Harvester Co. in Green Bay; and then with Standard Oil Company of Indiana for 38 years, from 1938 until his retirement in 1976. Ralph was known by many as "The Gum Man", as he would always be prepared to give out a stick of juicy fruit gum to those around him. He loved watching the Packers & Brewers on TV, and attended many games in his younger days; he also loved cleaning around his home. Ralph will be remembered as the "Patriarch" of the Bodwin family; and will also be fondly remembered for being very generous toward many charitable organizations.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Lola and Kurt Ruthmansdorfer of Champaign, Ill; his grandchildren: Stephen Newman, Kathryn & David Bornhofen, and their children, Rose and Eldon; Thomas & Atty. Elizabeth Ruthmansdorfer, and their children, Denis and Aaron; and Ellen & Dr. Jerrad Zimmerman, and their children, Luke and Kurt; one sister-in-law, Marge Bodwin of Reedsville; along with many nieces, nephews and other relatives. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Darlene Newman; and six siblings: Grace Bodwin, Everett (Florence) Bodwin, Leonard (Bernice) Bodwin, Leona (Earl) Bruemmer, Eleanore (Stanley) Kopetsky, and Donald Bodwin.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 19, 2016, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3201 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Tom Reynebeau, with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the church, Tuesday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.dejamartin.com.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the Bodwin family with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to all the Dr.'s, nurses, and caregivers who took such wonderful care of Ralph over the years.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., April 17, 2016

CHARLES C. BOEHMKE

Charles C. Boehmke, 60, 1517 Lowell St., Two Rivers, a veteran of World War I, 
and an employe at the Peterson Wadhams Service Station at Two Rivers for the 
past five years, died unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home shortly after 
midnight Monday.
Boehmke, who previously had not been ill, had completed vacation plans with his 
wife on Sunday.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Boehmke was born at Le Claire, Ia., in 1893, a son of the late Claus and Mary 
Boehmke. When he was a boy the family brought him to a farm near Crivitz. He came 
to Two Rivers from Crivitz in 1925 and for 10 years operated a service station at 
Roosevelt Avenue and Lowell Street. For the past five years he was employed at 
the Peterson Service Station, Two Rivers. 
Boehmke was a veteran of World War I and was affiliated with the Robert E. Burns 
Post 165, American Legion, Two Rivers. 
In 1915 he married Isabelle Zenz at Crivitz, who died at Two Rivers in 1947. In 
1948 he married Irene Rohde Hansen at Dubuque, Ia., who survives him. 
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Roy Levanetz of Kimberly; a step-son, 
Frederick Hansen of Two Rivers; a brother, John Boehmke of Crivitz; a sister, Mrs. 
Carl Christensen of Madison, S.D.; and a half sister, Mrs. Fred Fromeling of 
Crivitz; two grandchildren and three step-grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 p.m. Tuesday until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 20, 1953  P.17 


IRENE BOEHMKE

Mrs. Irene Boehmke, 77, formerly of 1325 North 8th Street, Manitowoc, died 
Friday evening, March 30, at North Riddge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Robert Sladke will officiate with burial to follow at Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Boehmke was born March 26, 1907, at Marinette, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Fred and Melinda LaPean Rohde. She married Hans Hansen Jr., on April 14, 
1926, at Two Rivers. She then married Charles Boehmke on September 4, 1948, at 
Dubuque, Iowa. He preceded her in death July 20, 1953. Mrs. Boehmke worked at 
Hamilton Industries for many years, retiring in 1972. Mrs. Boehmke was a member 
of Royal Neighbors and American Legion Auxilary (sic).
Survivors include a daughter-in-law, LaVerne Hansen of Two Rivers; grandchildren 
and spouse, Jan and Linda Yougchild of Manitowoc, Noel and Jean Hansen of Two 
Rivers and Raymond and Janice Hansen of Two Rivers; great grandchildren, Sherrie 
and Jack Yougchild of Manitowoc and Eric, Jill and Jeremy Hansen of Two Rivers 
and a special friend, Irwin Alberts of Manitowoc. She was preceded in death by 
a son, Frederick in 1982 and three sisters, Catherine Belonger, Pearl Meneau and 
Dorothy Sickler.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel In., Funeral Home, Two Rivers from 6 o'clock 
to 9 o'clock this Sunday evening where a memorial service will be held at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, April 1, 1984 P. 3

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Hans Hanson Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Hans Hanson, Lincoln Street and Miss Irene Rhode, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Rhode, Eighteenth Street were united in marriage on Wednesday morning at St. Luke's parsonage. Rev. C.V. Hugo performed the ceremony in the presence of Miss Dorothy Rhode,, a sister of the bride and Albert Rippel. After the ceremony a reception was held at the hoe of the bride's parents and dinner and supper was served, covers laid for 40 friends and relatives of the couple. The couple departed in the afternoon on a trip to the central part of the state. Upon their return here they will reside on Eighteenth Street. Both the bride and groom are estimable young people employed in the aluminum industry.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Apr. 16, 1926   

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[Irene Elean. Boehmke]
(4 Mar 1907/Mar 1984/SSDI)


ISABELLA BOEHMKE

Mrs. Charles Boehmke, 49, of 1941 Roosevelt avenue, Two Rivers, died last 
night at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital, following a four months illness.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Mark's church, Two 
Rivers, with burial in Holy Cross cemetery. The body may be viewed at the 
Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, after 7 p.m. Saturday where 
the rosary will be recited at 7:30 Sunday evening.
Born Isabella Zenz in 1897 at Green Bay, she resided with her parents at 
Crivitz where she was married to Mr. Boehmke in 1917. The couple moved to Two 
Rivers in 1925. Mr. Boehmke is operator of a service station there.
Mrs. Boehmke was a member of the St. Mark's Altar society and the auxiliaries 
of the local posts of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. 
Surviving, in addition to the husband, is one daughter, Mr. Roy Levanetz of 
Two River and a granddaughter, Pamela Levanetz. 
One brother, George Zenz of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Earl Goodchild of 
Two Rivers, Mrs. Alton Willis and Mrs. William Schumaker, both of Kimberly; 
two half-brothers, Everette Willis of Kimberly and Dale Willis of Milwaukee; 
and four half-sisters, Mrs. Glen Swick of Kimberly, Mrs. Joseph Benton of 
Milwaukee, Mrs. Damian Lenz of Kalamazoo, Mich., and Mrs. Earl Schroeder of 
Loomis, Wis., also survive.
Manitowoc herald Times, August 1, 1947  P.2


EVELYN K. BOELDT

Evelyn K. Boeldt, age 93, a resident of Regency Manor, Manitowoc, died on 
Monday evening, Oct. 20, 2008, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc.
She was born on March 30, 1915, in Denmark, daughter of the late John and Anna 
(Christman) Duffek Sr. Evelyn was a graduate of St. Luke Catholic Grade School, 
Two Rivers, class of 1929. She began her employment as a clerk at S.S. Kresge's 
Department Store and Buerstatte Drug Store in Manitowoc, and also was a waitress 
at Mary's Cape Cod Inn and Koral's Bar & Grill for many years. Evelyn was a 
member of the Manitowoc Senior Center and the Eagles Auxiliary.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by two brothers and sisters-in-law, three brothers-
in-law and a sister-in-law.
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at The 
Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Officiating at the 
service will be her son, Deacon Alan Boeldt, with burial on Friday morning at 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & 
Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, 
until the time of the service at 7 p.m.
The family wishes to thank Evelyn's dear friends at Regency Manor and the 
staffs of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center and Aurora Hospice for their 
professionalism and compassionate care.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 22, 2008


ERVIN C. BOESELAGER

Ervin C. Boeselager, 84, of 1315 School St., Two Rivers, died Sunday evening, 
Oct. 27, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 11:30 am 
Wednesday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sladek will 
officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Boeselager was born March 2, 1901 at Kiel, son of the late Edward and 
Christine Brocker Boeselager. He owned and operated his own electrical business 
until his retirement. He married Viola Zimmermann Oct. 26, 1923 at Elkhart Lake. 
He was a member of Knights of Columbus, Silver K Kiwanis club and Senior 
Citizens.
Survivors include his wife; two sons and daughters-in-law, James and Mary Ellen 
Boeselager of Two Rivers and Jerry and Anita Boeselager of Chadron, Neb.; a 
daughter and son-in-law, Jean and Edward Levy of Two Rivers; 18 grandchildren 
and 13 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 
9 pm this Tuesday evening. A parish memorial will be 7:30 pm Tuesday. The 
Knights of Columbus will participate in the memorial.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Oct. 29, 1985 page 3
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(2 Mar. 1901/Oct. 1985/SSDI)


VIOLA BOESELAGER

Viola L. Boeselager, age 96, formerly of 1315 School St., Two Rivers, died 
Wednesday afternoon, Janaury 7, 1998, at the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two 
Rivers.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 10, 1998, 
at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Larry Seidl will officiate at 
the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
She was born July 24, 1901, at Elkhart Lake, Wis., daughter of the late Fred 
and Mary Klein Zimmerman. She married Ervin C. Boeselager, October 26, 1923, 
at Elkhart Lake. He preceded her in death October 27, 1985.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, James and Mary Ellen Boeselager, 
Two Rivers, Jerry and Anita Boeselager, Chadron, Neb.; one daughter and son-in-
law, Jean and Edward Levy, Two Rivers; 18 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 
one sister-in-law; other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded 
in death by one grandchild, two brothers, three sisters, one sister-in-law and 
three brothers-in-law.
Friends may call on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 10:30 
a.m at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers.
Klein and Stangel Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Janaury 8, 1998 P. 2
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(24 July 1901/7 Jan. 1998/SSDI)


ANNA K. BOETTGER

Mrs. Ann K. Boettger, 88, formerly of 2418-12th St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday 
night at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Klein and Stangel, Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, the Rev. 
Thomas Peeters officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Boettger, nee Anna Blattler was born at Germantown, Wis., Sept. 11, 1878, 
a daughter of the late Frank and Anna Maile Blattler. Before coming to Two 
Rivers where she was married Sept. 27, 1905, to Herman Boettger, she had resided 
at Junction City, Wis. Her husband, an early Two River businessman and founder 
of the Two Rivers Rifles, a military unit, died Dec. 24, 1861. She was a member 
of St. Mark Altar Society.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Edwin Zagrodnik, of Manitowoc; five sons, 
Walter, Arthur, Hilary, Arnold and Edwin, of Two Rivers; a brother, George 
Blattler, of Manistique, Mich., 12 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 28, 1966  P.16


ARNOLD J. BOETTGER

Arnold J. Boettger, age 89, died March 15, 2000.
Private Services were held in Eugene, Oregon, where he resided. Burial took 
place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Arnold was born March 9, 19011 (sic), in Two Rivers, son of the late Herman 
and Anna Blattler Boettger. He graduated from Washington High School in Two 
Rivers and attended the University of Wisconsin for two years. During World 
War II, Arnold served with United States Army in Europe and was awarded the 
Purple Heart. On January 18, 1946, he married Sylvia Knipfer in Lansing, Mich. 
She preceded him in death in 1992. Arnold was employed at Eggers Plywood 
Company for 27 years. Following his retirement in 1973, he moved to Eau Claire 
and then to Eugene in 1986. His interests included coin collecting, reading, 
lapidary work, gardening and photography. His memberships included the Veterans 
of Foreign Wars and Disabled American Veterans. Arnold and Sylvia were also 
charter members of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Marjorie Boettger, 
Poway, Calif.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Carol Nelson, Portland, Ore., 
Anita and Chris Belonger, Eugene, Ore.; two grandchildren and one brother and 
sister-in-law, Edwin and Elenor Boettger, Two Rivers; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by three 
brothers, Walter, Arthur and Hilary Boettger; and one sister, Beatrice 
Zagrodnik.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, assisted the family with local 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 1, 2000 P. A2


ARTHUR A. BOETTGER    (d. 1987)

Arthur A. Boettger, 70, former Two Rivers resident, now residing in Bayside, 
Wisconsin, died Saturday, September 5, 1987 at Northshore Health Care Center, 
Bayside, Wisconsin. Funeral servicese will be 10:30 am Friday at Klein and 
Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will officiate with 
burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Boettger was born October 17, 1907 at Two Rivers, son of the late Herman J. 
and Anna Blattler Boettger. He served in the United States Army during World War 
II and was a machine maintenance man at Crescent Woolen Mills in Two Rivers from 
World War II until his retirement 17 years ago. Mr. Boettger lived in Veteran 
homes during his retirement.
Survivors include three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Hilary L. Boettger of 
Two Rivers, Arnold J. and Sylvia Boettger of Eau Claire and Edwin F. and Eleanor 
Boettger of Two Rivers and a brother-in-law, Edwin Zagrodnik of Manitowoc. He 
was preceded in death by a sister and a brother.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 8:30 
am Friday until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Sept. 10, 1987 page 16
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(18 Oct 1907/Sep 1987/SSDI)
[Arthur A./bur. 09-11-1987/age 70 yr.]


EDWIN F. BOETTGER

Edwin F. Boettger, age 93, Two Rivers, died Thursday evening, July 28, 2011 
at the Hamilton Care Center in Two Rivers. 
Edwin was born July 31, 1917, son of the late Herman J. and Anna K. (Blattler) 
Boettger. He was the last remaining family member of six children. On January 24, 
1948 he married Elenor J. Langland at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Endicott, 
NY and moved to Two Rivers in 1952. Elenor preceded him in death on June 22, 
2010. Edwin was a Merchant Marine veteran of WWII and was recruited and trained 
by the U.S. Maritime Service. He was assigned to the U.S. Army Transportation 
Corps and served there for the duration plus six years. Edwin survived Roll of 
Drums and the convoy battles of the North Atlantic. Training involved Hoffman 
Island and OCS at Ft. Trumbull, New London, Conn. and the training ship, SS New 
York. He was attached to the Universal Task Force Leader USAT "James Parker" and 
completed 34 of her 38 wartime voyages. Edwin progressed from Apprentice Seaman 
to Lt. (E) U.S. Maritime Service and to AAR Capt., U.S. Army Transport Service. 
Honors, in addition, included Atlantic, Mediterranean Middle East and Pacific 
War Zones bars, several issues of the Merchant Marine Combat Bar, including one 
with Silver Star, to indicate a ship sinking. Boettger received a Presidential 
Letter of Thanks and Appreciation and a second one from the Commanding General 
of the New York Port of Embarkation. Post war involvement included the Berlin 
Crisis, the implementation of the Marshall Plan and NATO. The Parker took the 
lead in pull back, build up, invasion, prisioner of war, high point, redeployment, 
art treasurers of Europe, war brides and displaced persons operations.
After moving to Two Rivers, he continued his career with Cleveland Tankers, Inc. 
for 15 years. With the demise of single hulled tankers on the Great Lakes, 
Boettger took employment at Mirro and after 16 1/2 years, he retired at the age 
of 65 as Foreman of Power and Heating, all plants. Edwin was a supporting member 
and historian for the Washington House in Two Rivers. He was a member of the 
Maritime Museum, Two Rivers Historical Socity, and the Woodland Dunes Nature 
Center.
Survivors include two daughters; one son and daughter-in-law; three grandchildren; 
one great grandchild; a special niece and her husband; nieces (private). Other 
family members also survive.
A Memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Tom 
Reynebeau. Edwin will be cremated at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and he 
will be laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery at a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, August 2, 2011, from Noon 
until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Edwin's name to the Woodland Dunes 
Nature Center which he supported.
Herald Times Reporter, no date cited


ELENOR J. BOETTGER

Elenor J. Boettger, age 86, of 3018 Prairie St., Two Rivers, died on Tuesday 
morning, June 22, 2010, at the Hamilton Care Center, Two Rivers.
Elenor was born Jan. 19, 1924, the daughter of the late Harold and Eleanor 
(O'Brien) Langland. On Jan. 24, 1948, she married Edwin Boettger at St. 
Amborse Catholic Church in Endicot, N.Y., officiated by Rev. Alexis Hopkins. 
Elenor spent her early years in Union, N.J., and in Wehawken and Edgewater 
on the Jersey side. In 1952, the couple moved from Endicot, N.Y., to Two 
Rivers. She was a member of the Ladies of St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic 
Church.
Survivors include her husband: Edwin Boettger, Two Rivers; two daughters; one 
son and daughter-in-law; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a special 
niece; nieces (private). Other family members also survive. She was also 
preceded in death by two brothers: Richard and John Langland.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, June 25, 2010, at Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. 
William O'Brien with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers at 
a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, June 25, 2010, at Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center from 12:30 p.m. until the 
time of service at 1 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, June 23, 2010


HERMAN J. BOETTGER

Herman J. Boettger, 90, of 2418 12th St., Two Rivers, retired janitor in the 
Two Rivers Public School system and head of a rifle unit at the turn of a 
century in that city, died Sunday night at Maple Crest Sanatorium, Whitelaw. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel, Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. T. F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
Mr. Boettger was born Sept. 7, 1871, at St. Nazianz, son of the late Herman and 
Alvina Oestreich Boettger. When he was a child, the family moved to a farm in 
the Town of Kossuth. He came to Two Rivers more than 60 years ago where he and 
a brother operated a grain business at a site on the inner harbor across the 
street from the Two Rivers Federation of Labor Temple. As a young man he was 
one of the organizers of the Two Rivers Rifles, which he served as captain for 
a number of years. After working for the Manitowoc Traction Co. for a number of 
years he was employed as a janitor at Two Rivers public schools for 20 years 
until his retirement.
Besides his wife, the former Anna Blattler, whom he married at Two Rivers 
Sept. 25, 1905, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Edwin Zagrodnik of Manitowoc, five 
sons, Walter, Arthur, Hilary, Arnold and Edwin of Two Rivers, a sister, Mrs. 
George Hardrath of the Town of Kossuth, 11 grandchildren and four great grand-
children.
Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 26, 1961  P.2


HILARY L. BOETTGER

Hilary L. Boettger, age 85, fomerly of 1709 Montroe St., Two Rivers, now a 
resident of Hamilton Memorial Home, died early Monday mornong, September 12, 
1904, at the home.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, September 15, 1994, at St. 
Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will officiate with burial 
to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born August 24, 1909, in Two Rivers, son of the lae Herman J. and Anna 
Blattler Boettger. He attended St. Luke's Parochial School. Mr. Boettger served 
with the United States Army Air Corp. from 1942 to 1945. He was discharged as 
Staff Sergeant. On September 15, 1947, he married the former Mary Beitzel in 
Two Rivers. She preceded him in death May 19, 1987. Hilary retired in 1972 as 
a cabinetmaker from Hamilton Industires. He was an avid bowler and was State 
Champion in 1941.
Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law, Mary Ann and David Cunningham, 
Middleboro, Mass., Susan Boettger, Syracuse, N.Y.: two grandchildren, Jeffrey and 
Mark; two brothers and one sister-n-law, Arnold Boettger, Eugene, Oregon, Edwin 
and Eleanor Boettger, Two Rivers; other relatives and friends also survive. 
Besides his wife he was preceded in death by two brothers, Walter and Arthur and 
one sister, Beatrice.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, from 5-8 p.m. 
TODAY. A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, September 14, 1994 P. A2


MARY J. BOETTGER

Mrs. Hillary (Mary) Boettger, 74, of 1709 Monroe Street, Two Rivers, died early 
Tuesday morning, May 19, 1987 at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral 
services will be 11 am Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. 
Greg Smith will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mrs. Boettger was born August 7, 1912 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Michael 
and Mary Neuman Beitzel. She attended St. Luke Parochial School and Washington 
High School. She married Hilary Boettger on September 14, 1947 at Two Rivers. Mrs. 
Boettger was employed at Krieg's Meat Market and later Goedjen's Meat Market for 
many years. She was a member of the Ladies of St. Luke Church.
Survivors include her husband, Hilary; two daughters and a son-in-law, Mary Ann 
and David Cunningham of Middleboro, Massachusetts and Susan Boettger of Syracuse, 
New York; two sisters, Mrs. Clara Gillig of Milwaukee and Mrs. Bernice Vieau of 
California and one grandchild.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm 
Wednesday and after 8:30 am Thursday morning. Memorial service will be at 7 pm 
Wednesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., May 19, 1987 page 14
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[bur. 05-21-1987/age 74 yr.] 
(7 Aug 1912/May 1987/SSDI)


WALTER P. BOETTGER

Walter P. (Dogie) Boettger, 74, of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died 
Tuesday morning, March 31, at the home.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Boettger was born May 15, 1906, at Two Rivers, son of the late Herman and 
Anna Blattier Boettger. He was a member of Two Rivers Eagles Club.
Survivors include four brothers, Arthur of Burlington, Arnold of Eau Claire and 
Hilary and Edwin of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Edwin (Beatrice) Zagrodnik of 
Manitowoc and nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel In., Funeral Home from 12 noon Thursday 
until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, March 31, 1981 P. 3
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(15 May 1906/Mar 1981/SSDI)


NORMAN BOHLMAN

Bohlman Baby Dies Sunday At The Home
Norman, five months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bohlman, 1011 Lowell street, 
died at the home Sunday morning.
Funeral services will be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic church at two 
o'clock Tuesday afternoon with the Rev. J. S. Landowski officiating. Interment 
will be in Holy Cross cemetery. The remains were taken to the home from the 
Beduhn and Goetz funeral home this afternoon. 
Besides his parents the deceased leaves a brother, Terrance, at home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 30, 1935 P.9 
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[age 4mo.]


WALTER BOHLMAN

Walter (Slim) Bohlman, 76, of 808 21st St., Two Rivers, died Sunday morning, 
Dec. 16, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate and burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bohlman was born June 27, 1908, at Kradow, Krakow, Wis. He married Anna 
Pionek, Jan. 11, 1927, at Pulaski, Wis. She preceded him in death July 15, 1984. 
Mr. Bohlman was employed at Mirro Corporation for over 25 years, retiring 11 
years ago. He was a member of Holy Name Sacred Heart and Two Rivers Senior 
Citizens.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Terry and Bernadine Bohlman of 
Niagara, Wis; a daughter and son-in-law, Lou Ann and Richard Klopfer of St. Louis, 
Missouri; nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He was preceded in death 
by two sons, a daughter, two brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 4 p.m. to 
9 p.m. Tuesday, where a parish memorial will be 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, December 17, 1984 P. 3
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(27 Jun 1908/Dec 1984/SSDI)
[Walter Stan. Bohlman]


ANGELINE BOHM

Mrs. Angeline Bohm, 84, formerly of 1510 20th Street, Two Rivers, who was now 
residing at Park Lawn Home, died Wednesday afternoon, September 4, 1991 at Two 
Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday at St. Luke 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers.  Rev. Greg Smith will officiate with burial at 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born May 6, 1907 at Prebel, Wis., daughter of the late Mitchell and Anna 
Schaden Lotto. She attended grade school at Green Valley, Wis. On July 7, 1924 
she married Ernest Boehm at Menomonee, Mich. He preceded her in death October 16, 
1960. She was a seamstress for many years.
Survivors include three sons-in-law, John Dreger of Two Rivers, Roger Kaufman of 
LaCrosse, Leonard Betz of Onalaska, Wis.; three brothers, Clement of Green Valley, 
Gerald of Sacramento, Calif. Marvin of Los Angeles, Calif.; three sisters and two 
brothers-in-law, Florence Kluball of Fall River, Wis., Mildred and Richard Schneider 
of Oconto Falls, Maire and Gene Dryja of Brookfield, Wis.; 11 grandchildren; 12 
great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Betty Dreger and 
Elaine Kaufmann Betz; three brothers and a great granddaughter.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 9 am Saturday until the time 
of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Sept. 5, 1991 page B8


ERNEST ARTHUR BOHM

Ernest Bohm, 59, of 1510 20th St., Two Rivers, a truck driver for 36 years for 
Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly early Sunday morning at Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient for three days. Funeral 
services will be at 2 pm Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers(sic). 
Mr. Bohm was born July 18, 1901 at Green Valley, Wis., a son of the late Herman 
and Mrs. Wilhelmina Bonnin Bohm. He attended the district school at Green Valley 
and later worked as a maintenance man for a railway company. In 1924 he came to 
Two Rivers to work for the Mirro firm and was employed the entire period as a 
truck driver. He was a member of the Mirro 25 Year Club and St. John church.
Besides his wife, the former Angeline Lotto whom he married at Menominee, Mich., 
July 27, 1924, he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Roger Kaufman of LaCrosse and Mrs. 
Jack Dreger of Two Rivers; his mother, of Green Valley; four sisters, Mrs. Roland 
Brunner of Two Rivers, Mrs. Randall McDermid of Krakow, Shawano County, Mrs. 
Russell Williams of Green Valley and Mrs. Paulus Winter of Pulaski; three 
brothers, John of Two Rivers, Alfred of Green Bay and Bernard of Pulaski and 
seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels after six o'clock this Monday 
evening until 11 am Tuesday when the casket will be taken to the church where 
the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Oct. 17, 1960 page T3
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(Note: Cemetery record and stone put him in Holy Cross cemetery. Newspaper was 
in error)


PATRICK D. BOHM

Patrick Bohm, 17, of 1819-11th St., Two Rivers, died as a result of a car 
accident late Saturday night.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Martin Scheele will officiate with burial in Forest 
View (sic) Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bohm was born Dec. 5, 1959, at Two Rivers, son of Bethel and Irene Gilbert 
Bohm. He attended Koenig, C.C. Case and L.B. Clarke grade schools. He was a 
sophomore at Washington High School.
Survivors include his parents; two brothers, Robert, Rt. 1, Cato, and Thomas, of 
Two Rivers; two sisters, Miss Peggy Ann, of Madison and Brenda, at home; paternal 
grandparents. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Bohm, of Two Rivers and maternal grandfather, 
Clarence Gilbert, of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at Deja-Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 6 to 9 o'clock 
this Tuesday evening and at the church after 9 a.m. Wednesday. The casket will 
remain closed.
Herald Times Reporter, May 31, 1977 P. 3
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(Note: The cemetery record has him in Holy Cross cemetery, Two Rivers)


ALVIN L. BOHNE

Funeral services for Alvin L. Bohne, 58, of 806-24th St. Two Rivers, longtime 
employe of Hamilton Mfg. Co., who died Monday at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc, will be at 9 a.m. Thursday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers, and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud 
officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Bohne ws born Aug. 25, 1912, at Algoma, son of the late Joseph and Lucy 
Caynberg(sic) Bohne. When he was a child the family brought him to Two Rivers 
where for the past 33 years he was employed at the Hamilton firm. He married 
Dolores Petri of Two Rivers June 27, 1936. He was a member of the Hamilton 
30-Year Club.
Besides his wife he leaves a son, Ronald of Wichita, Kans.; four daughters, Mrs. 
Larry (Marlene) Stangel of Fremont, Calif., Mrs. George (Lois) Skreck of Two 
Rivers, Mrs. Lewis (Carol) Barger of Milwaukee and Mrs. Donald (Kathleen) Korinek 
of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Walter Dtrean of Grafton and Mrs. Walter Breider 
of Milwaukee; four brothers, Reinze, Edward and Maynard of Two Rivers and Elmer 
Bohne of Milwaukee and eight grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels where memorial services will be at 8 
o'clock this Wednesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 2, 1971 P. 21


ANNE BOHNE

Mrs. Michael Bohne, 47, died in this city Monday following a lingering illness. 
Born Anna St. Germaine in Ispheming, Mich., in 1899. She was married to Mr. 
Bohne in Two Rivers 31 years ago. They made their home in that city.
Survivors are the husband, now a resident of Kewaunee, son, Edward of Rhinelander, 
father, Delore St. Germaine of Portland, Ore., four brothers, Leo, Andrew and 
Michael of Portland, Henry of this city, sister, Mrs. Barney Dreiling of Portland 
and four grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Urbanek & Schlei 
funeral home and at 10 o'clock at the St. Mark's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral 
home.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Tuesday, January 29, 1946
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[Anna Bohne]


CATHERINE BOHNE

Mrs. William Bohne, 74, of 1917 Madison St., Two Rivers, died at a Manitowoc 
hospital early Tuesday night after an illness of two months duration. Funeral 
services will be at 8:30 a.m. Friday at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Burial will be 
in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Bohne, nee Catherine Leitner was born in Maplewood, Wis., a daughter of the 
late Mr. and Mrs. Fred Leitner. She attended the district school at Maplewood and 
September 23, ?? she was married to William Bohne at Escanaba, Mich. After their 
marriage the couple moved to Kewaunee where they resided for a number of years 
after which the family moved to Algoma where for 20 years, Mr. Bohne operated a 
blacksmith shop. In 1927 the family came to Two Rivers where she had resided since. 
She was a member of the Altar Society of St. Luke's parish.
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Joseph Grimm of Two Rivers; a son, 
Ralph of Two Rivers; two brothers, William and Fred of San Francisco, Calif.; two 
sisters, Mrs. John Krcma of St. Paul, Minn., and Mrs. Louisa Thompson of Cleveland, 
Ohio; nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapel after 2 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 6 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 1957


CHRISTINE BOHNE

Christine R. Bohne, 84, of 1816 Garfield Street, Two Rivers, died Thursday, 
May 18, 1989 at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 11 am 
Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will officiate 
with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Bohne was born May 10, 1905 at Mt. Pelier, Wisconsin (Montpelier), daughter 
of the late Frank and Mary Steffel Wesley. She married Edward F. Bohne on June 8, 
1926 at Spruce, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death March 9, 1989. Mrs. Bohne was 
a member of St. Lukes Parish, Ladies Society of St. Lukes and the Resurrection 
Choir.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Goldie Bohne of Two Rivers 
and four grandchildren, Vicky Bohne of Milwaukee, Wendy Bohne of Milwaukee, Vince 
Bohne of Stevens Point and Adam Bohne stationed at Okinawa. She was preceded in 
death by a son, Wesley, three brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, 10 am Saturday morning 
and until the hour of service at 11 am. There will be no Friday evening visitation 
at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., May 19, 1989 page B8
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(10 May 1905/18 May 1989/SSDI)


DOLORES BOHNE

Dolores E. Bohne, age 83, a life long resident of Two Rivers, currently residing 
at the Hamilton Memorial Home, passed away Friday afternoon, April 2, 1999, at 
the home.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 5, 1999, at St. Luke 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be 
Rev. Earl Brouchoud. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Dolores was born November 14, 1915, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Math and 
Clara Kornely Petri. She attended St. Luke Parochial School, Two Rivers. On 
June 27, 1936, she married Alvin L. Bohne at St. Luke Catholic Church. He preceded 
her in death May 31, 1971. Dolores was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co. as an assembler 
for a number of years and later with Eggers Industries, Two Rivers. She also worked 
at the Hamilton Memorial Home as a nurses aide. She enjoyed gardening, playing cards, 
sewing, craft work and baking for family and friends. She was also a life time member 
of St. Luke Parish.
Survivors include four daughters and two sons-in-law, Marlene Stangel, Newark, Calif., 
Lois (George) Struck, Two Rivers, Carol Lynn Harrison, Manitowoc, Kathleen (Thomas) 
Leslie, Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren, Kim (Bryan) Long, David Stangel, Traci (Jody) 
Knetter, Jolean (Steve) Smith, Mark (Kathy) Struck, Dawn (Dave) Trott, Lovey Barger 
and her special friend, Ben, Scott E. Barger, Kandice Knapp, Heath Korinek, Nathan 
Korinek; nine great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Bernice Petri, Two Rivers; a 
number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Besides her 
parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by one son, Ronald; one sister, 
Evelyn Eis and two brothers, Lester and Elmer Petri.
Friends may call at St. Luke Catholic Church after 9:30 a.m. Monday until the time of 
Mass at 10:30 a.m. There will be no Sunday evening visitation.
Memorials may be made to the donor's choice.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers assisted the Bohne family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 4, 1999 P. A2


EDWARD F. BOHNE

Edward F. Bohne, 83, of 1816 Garfield Street, Two Rivers, died Thursday evening, 
March 9, 1989 at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 
2:30 pm Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will 
officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bohne was born November 20, 1905 at Kewaunee County, son of the late Joseph 
and Lucy Cayemberg Bohne. He married Christine Wesley on June 8, 1926 at Spruce, 
Wisconsin. Mr. Bohne was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. as a Tool and Die Maker, 
retiring 21 years ago. He was a member of the Men of St. Luke and an usher at St. 
Luke for 50 years. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus.
Survivors include his wife, Christine; a son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Goldie 
Bohne of Two Rivers; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Angeline Strean of West 
Bend and Sylvia and Walter Brieder of Milwaukee and four grandchildren, Vicky and 
Wendy of Milwaukee, Vince of Stevens Point and Adam of Okinawa. He was preceded in 
death by a son, Wesley and four brothers.
Friends may call at St. Luke Church from 12:30 pm Saturday to the time of services 
at 2:30 pm Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family 
with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Mar. 10, 1989 page B7
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(20 Nov 1905/09 Mar 1989/SSDI)


FRANK BOHNE

Private funeral services for Frank Bohne, 83, formerly of 
402 Harrison St., Kewaunee, who died at Family Heritage Home, 
Manitowoc, Monday noon, were at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Klein & 
Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Michael Koch 
officiating. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bohne was born Jan. 5, 1889, at Kewaunee, a son of the late 
Godfried and Mary Bohne. He married the former Pauline Pupeter 
at Two Rivers in 1910, who preceded him in death in 1931. He had 
been a longtime employe of Becker Mfg. Co. Foundry, Two Rivers, 
coming from Kewaunee as a young man. He retired in 1949.
Survivors include a son, Harlan, of Two Rivers, four grand-
children, and one great grandchild. Two sons, two sisters, and 
four brothers preceded him in death.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 7, 1972
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(Jan 10, 1889/Nov 1972/SSDI)
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Frank Bohne and Paulina Pupetor of this city were united in matrimony at St. 
Luke's church Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock. The wedding was celebrated at the 
home of the bride who resides on Madison St. The groom is an industrious young 
man employed at the foundry at Manitowoc. The bride is a popular young lady of 
the Southside, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Pupeter. The Reporter extends 
congratulations to the young couple.
The Reporter, Sat., Nov. 14, 1908


GLADYS BOHNE

Gladys E. Bohne, age 95, of 2113 Lincoln Street, Two Rivers, Wisconsin died 
Saturday morning, February 22, 2014 at the Hamilton Care Center of Two 
Rivers.
Gladys was born June 6, 1918 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Otto and 
Elizabeth (Dugan) Kaminsky. She graduated from St. Luke's Parochial Grade 
School in 1932 and from Washington High School, Two Rivers with the class of 
1936. On April 17, 1937 she married Maynard J. Bohne during a double wedding 
ceremony with the late Edward and Ceil McHugh of Green Bay. The couple 
celebrated 49 years together. Maynard preceded her in death on July 30, 1986. 
Gladys retired from Paragon Electric Company after 18 years of service. She 
was a member of the Ladies of St. Peter the Fisherman Parish and the Two 
Rivers Senior Center.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law: Lynn & Larry Hansen and Jolene 
& Gerald Mauer, all of Two Rivers; two grandsons: Paul (Nancy) Hansen, McFarland, 
WI; Daniel (Michelle) Hansen, Two Rivers; two great grandchildren: Ryan and 
Rachel Hansen; and two special friends: Karon Konop and Erma Krizek, both of 
Two Rivers. Gladys is also survived other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 
St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Parish, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass 
of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Tom Reynebeau. Cremation has take place 
at All-Care Cremation Center and burial of her cremated remains will take 
place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic 
Parish on Thursday, Feburary 27, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:15 a.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting 
www.kleinandstangel.com
The Klein & Stangel Fuenral Home, Two Rivers is assisting the Bohne family 
with funeral arrangements.
The family wishes to thank the staffs of Aurora Medical Center, the ER, third 
floor and the Hamilton Care Center, both of Two Rivers, the Two Rivers Rescue 
Team and the Two Rivers Police Department. Gladys enjoyed her family, reading, 
crocheting, and knitting. She also loved her garden, roses, orchids and 
violets.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 25, 2014
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Kaminsky-Bohne Nuptials Performed at St. Luke's Church 
The Very Rev. C. V. Hugo performed the ceremony this morning which united 
in marriage Miss Gladys Kaminsky, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Kaminsky, 
Two Rivers, and Maynard Bohne, son of Mrs. Lucy Bohne, Two Rivers. The 
nuptial mass was sung at St.Luke's Catholic church, Two Rivers, at 8 
o'clock. 
Miss Cecelia Dugan and Edward McHugh, both of Green Bay, were the attending 
couple. The bride wore a navy blue suit with light blue accessories and a 
corsage of pink roses. Miss Dugan's suit was light blue and her accessories 
gray. Pink roses also made her corsage. 
The wedding breakfast and dinner were served at the home of the bride's 
parents to 25 guests. Those from out of town were Miss Dugan, Mr. McHugh, 
Mrs. Pauline Dugan and Mr. and Mrs. Louis Dugan, all of Green Bay.
Mr. and Mrs. Bohne left this afternoon for Milwaukee for a short honeymoon 
and after their return they will be at home at 1816 Garfield street, Two 
Rivers. Mr. Bohne is employed at Hamilton's. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 17, 1937  P. 1
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COUPLES MARK SILVER WEDDINGS …
A double silver wedding anniversary observance was marked recently with 
an 11 a.m. Mass at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, a reception, 
family dinner and dancing at the Veterans Club…Mrs. Bohne was born Gladys 
Kaminsky June 6, 1918 in Two Rivers and has lived in Two Rivers since her 
birth. Her husband was born July 19, 1914 at Algoma. Mr. and Mrs. Bohne, 
who are affiliated with St. Luke Church, have two children, Lynn and 
Jolene, at home. Bohne is employed at the Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 11, 1962  P. 6


JOSEPH BOHNE

JOSEPH BOHNE DIES AT HOME TODAY, STROKE
Funeral Services Are To Be Held Monday Morning At St. Luke's
A stroke of paralysis suffered on Tuesday proved fatal to Joseph Bohne, 56, 
a resident of this city for 14 years, at his home at 1823 Lincoln street this 
morning at 7:40 o'clock.
Funeral services will be held from St. Luke's Catholic church at 9 o'clock 
Monday morning with the Rev. Father. C.V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be 
at Holy Cross cemetery. The remains will be taken to the home tonight.
Born in Kewaunee, March 19, 1876 he remained in that city until January 5, 1904 
when he was married to Lucy Cayemberg of Algoma at the latter city. The family 
remained in Algoma up to ?? years ago when they moved to this city.
Mr. Bohne had been an employe of the Hamilton Manufacturing company as a finisher 
since his residence in this city, and previously had been employed as a wood 
worker in Algoma.
Besides his widow he leaves two daughters, being Angeline at Ba?ton, Wis., and 
Syliva, at home, and five sons. Rienze and Edward, both of this city, and Alvin, 
Maynard and Elmer, all at home. He also leaves a sister, Mrs. Julius Lipsky of 
Kewaunee, and four brothers, Fred, this city; Henry of Kewaunee, and William and 
Frank Bohne, both of this city. There are also four grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, November 19, 1932 P. 11
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Services for Joseph Bohne were held in St. Luke's Catholic church at 9 a.m. today. 
Burial was in Holy Cross cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 21, 1932 P. 11


LUCY BOHNE

Mrs. Lucy Bohne, 65, of 2113 Lincoln street, Two Rivers, died Tuesday night 
in a Milwaukee hospital, where she had been a patient the past week. She had 
been visiting a daughter, Mrs. Walter Breider, in that city when taken ill.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke's Catholic church, 
Two Rivers, with interment in Holy Cross cemetery. The body may be viewed at 
the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, Thursday evening, where 
the rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Mrs. Bohne, nee Lucy Cayemberg, was born at Rosiere, Kewaunee county in 1880. 
Up to the time of her marriage to Joseph Bohne at Algoma in 1903, she resided 
at Rosiere. The family came to Two Rivers from Algoma 27 years ago. Mr. Bohne 
preceded her in death 13 years ago.
Mrs. Bohne leaves two daughters, Mrs. Walter Strean of West Bend, and Mrs. 
Walter Breider of Milwaukee, and five sons, Reinze, Edward, Alvin and Maynard 
with whom she made her home, all of Two Rivers, and Elmer Bohne of Milwaukee. 
She also leaves five sisters, Mrs. Rose Dellis of Lincoln, Kewaunee county, Mrs. 
Florence Younk of Kewaunee, Mrs. Laura Annoye, Mrs. Anna Vonia and Mrs. Viola 
Vonia, all of Algoma. There are also 17 grendchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, November 7, 1945 P. 2


MARIE S. BOHNE

Mrs. Marie Bohne, 79, of 1900 Lincoln St., Two Rivers, died Monday afternoon, 
August 13, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Bohne was born August 2, 1905, at Pulaski, daughter of the late Peter and 
Elizabeth Grobol Kanugh. She married Rienze Bohne on September 28, 1936, at 
Pulaski. He preceded her in death on June 15, 1981. Mrs. Bohne was a member of 
the Ladies of St. Luke Catholic Church and a member of the Two Rivers Senior 
Citizens.
Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. H.L. (Marion) Bunke, Mrs. Patrick 
(Marilyn) Christel and Mrs. James (Sandra) Hansel, all of Two Rivers; three 
brothers, John and Frank Kanugh of Milwaukee and Edward Kanugh of Pulaski, 12 
grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three 
brothers and three sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5:30 p.m. 
to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday evening where a parish memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, August 14, 1984 P. 3
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(02 Aug 1905/Aug 1984/SSDI)


MAYNARD JOSEPH BOHNE

Maynard J. Bohne, 72, of 2113 Lincoln St., two Rivers, died late Wednesday 
night, July 30, 1986 at Appleton Medical Center, Appleton. Funeral services 
will be 10 am Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Greg 
Smith will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Bohne was born June 19, 1914, son of the late Joseph and Lucy Cayemberg 
Bohne. He married Gladys Kaminsky, April 17, 1937 at St. Luke Church, Two 
Rivers. Mr. Bohne was employed at Hamilton Industries for 46 years, retiring 
in 1979. He was a member of Men of St. Luke and Two Rivers Senior Citizens.
Survivors include his wife; two daughters and sons-in-law, Lynn and Larry Hansen 
of Two Rivers and Jolene and Gerald Mauer of Two Rivers; a brother and sister-
in-law, Edward and Christine Bohne of Two Rivers; two sisters and a brother-in-
law, Sylvia and Walter Breider of Milwaukee and Angeline Strean of West Bend and 
two grandchildren, Paul Hansen of Madison and Daniel Hansen of Two Rivers. He 
was preceded in death by three brothers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. , Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 4 pm to 
8 pm Friday, where a parish memorial service will be at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., July 31, 1986 page 21
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(19 Jun 1914/Jul 1986/SSDI)


PAULINE BOHNE

Mrs. Frank Bohne, 41, Dies Last Night at The Hospital Here
Mrs. Frank Bohne, 41, a resident here for many years passed away last night 
at the hospital. Her maiden name was Pauline Pupeter and she was born here 
in 1890. She was married to Mr. Bohne 23 years ago. He survives with two sons 
Eugene and Harlan, and her father, Albert Pupeter, a brother and five sisters.
Funeral arrangements have not been made. For seventeen years after their 
marriage Mr. and Mrs. Bohne made their home in Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, June 26, 1931 P. 17
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Funeral services for Mrs. Frank Bohne who passed away at the hospital Thursday 
night will be held Monday morning at 9 o'clock at St. Mark's Catholic church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, June 27, 1931 P. 9
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Frank Bohne and Paulina Pupetor of this city were united in matrimony at St. 
Luke's church Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock. The wedding was celebrated at the 
home of the bride who resides on Madison St. The groom is an industrious young 
man employed at the foundry at Manitowoc. The bride is a popular young lady of 
the Southside, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Pupeter. The Reporter extends 
congratulations to the young couple.
The Reporter, Sat., Nov. 14, 1908


RIENZE J. BOHNE

Rienze J. Bohne, 75, of 1900 Lincoln St., Two Rivers, died Monday evening, 
June 15, at Two Rivers Community Hosptial.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bohne was born Oct. 25, 1905, at Algoma, son of the late Lucy Cayemberg 
Bohne. He married Marie Kanugh Sept. 28, 1926, at Pulaski. He was a retired 
butcher, employed by Stegemans for more than 40 years. He was a member of Men 
of St. Luke and Two Rivers Senior Citizens.
Survivors include his wife, twin daughters, Mrs. H.L. (Marian) Bunke and Mrs. 
Patrick (Marilyn) Christel, and a daughter, Mrs. James (Sandra) Hansel, all 
of Two Rivers; three brothers, Edward and Maynard of Two Rivers and Elmer of 
Milwaukee; two sisters, Mrs. Walter (Sylvia) Breides of Milwaukee and Mrs. 
Angeline Strean of West Bend, 12 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. 
A brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
6:30 p.m. Wednesday. A memorial service will be at 7 p.m. and Senior Citizens 
will meet at 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, June 16, 1981 P. 3
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(25 Oct 1904/Jun 1981/SSDI)


WESLEY E. BOHNE

Wreck Near Shawano Kills Two Rivers Man
Wesley Bohne Dies Sunday Thrown From Car, Run Over
SHAWANO-Wesley E. Bohne, 23, of 1816 Garfield St., Two Rivers, and ex-serviceman, 
was almost instantly killed when his car, driven by a companion, struck a divided 
highway island near here at 12:40 a.m. Sunday, causing him to be thrown out of 
his 1950 model machine, which passed over him.
Bohne died in an ambulance on the way to the Shawano Municipal Hospital. 
(Unreadable sentence) Police reported that Bohne and his two commanions, Roger J. 
Hoida, 19, of 1?23-22nd St, and James J. Korinek, 19, of 2?23 Garfield St., Two 
Rivers, were en route home from a brief visit at Gresham, Wis. The report said 
Hoida, who was driving, dozed off at the wheel two and half miles east of Shawano 
on Hightway 23 when (unreadable paragraphs)
Funeral services for Bohne will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Klein & 
Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Bohne was born in Two Rivers Sept. ?, 1933, a son of Edward and Christine W???ey 
Bohne. He received his elementary education at St. Luke Parocial School and 
(illegible paragraphs).
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 21, 1957 P.1


WILLIAM BOHNE

In Respect to the Memory of William Bohne, the Grimmer and Bohne Grocery, Two 
Rivers will be closed Thursday til 1 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Wed., Jan. 27, 1965 page 22
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[William J. Bohne]


CLARA E. BOLZENTHAL

Clara Bolzenthal, 85, formerly of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died Friday in Family 
Heritage Home, Manitowoc, where she had resided the past four years.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday in St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. David Pleir will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. Bolzenthal, nee Clara O'Brein, was born April 17, 1892, in Lafayette County, 
Wis., daughter of the late Michael and Ellen McDermott O'Brien. She was married 
to Walter Bolzenthal Sept. 28, 1915, in Lafayette County. She was a member of St. 
Mark Christian Mothers Altar Society. Mr. Bolzenthal preceded her in death May 
of 1970.
Survivors include a son, Albert of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, three daughters, Sister 
Clare Adelle of Holy Family Convent, Manitowoc, Mrs. John (Loretta) Daron and 
Mrs. Kenneth (Alice) Greenwood of Milwaukee; four brothers, Herbert and Cecil 
of Racine, John of Darlington and Ben of Mineral Point; three sisters, Mrs. Leo 
(Magdalene) Moran and Mrs. Clarence (Florence) Johnson of Darlington and Mrs. 
John (Bernice) Peppard of Racine, 12 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. 
Three brothers and two sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 
p.m. Sunday where a memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, September 30, 1977 P. 9
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(17 Apr. 1892/Sept. 1977/SSDI)


WALTER G. BOLZENTHAL

Walter G. Bolzenthal, 75, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died Thursday afternoon 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
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. Mark Catholic Church, 
the Rev. Joseph Boehm officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery.
Mr. Bolzenthal was born June 2, 1894, in Town of Kossuth, a son of the 
late Albert and Alice Sickinger Bolzenthal. He married the former Clara 
O'Brien in Lafayette County Sept. 28, 1915, after which the couple 
became engaged in farming near Shoto. He was a member of the Two Rivers 
Aerie of Eagles.
Besides his wife he leaves three daughters, Sister Claire Adel of Holy 
Family Convent, Manitowoc, Mrs. John Daron and Mrs. Alice Greenwood of 
Milwaukee; a son, Albert of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; two sister, Mrs. Verona 
Frank of Wheaton, Ill. and Mrs. Lillian Marks of Marshfield; 12 grand-
children and 17 great grandchildren. A son, three sisters and three 
brothers, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where memorial 
services will be at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 28, 1970
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(2 June 1894/May 1970/SSDI)


MICHAEL A. BONCHER

Funeral services for Michael A. Boncher, 66, of 1620-24th St., Two Rivers, 
who died Saturday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, will be at 9:30 a.m. 
Tuesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. H.J. Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Boncher was born Nov. 16, 1898, at Luxemburg, son of the late Hector and 
Catherine Arendt Boncher. He was graduated from Luxemburg High School and later 
became a draftsman at the former Kewaunee Mfg. Co. Twenty-four years ago he took 
employemnt as a draftsman in the engineering department at Hamilton Mfg. Co., 
retiring three years ago because of failing health. He was a member of the 
Hamilton Goodfellowship Club, the St. Luke Court, Catholic Order of Foresters 
and St. Luke Holy Name Society.
Surviving besides his wife, the former Vivian Navarre, whom he married April 3, 
1936, at Luxemburg, are a daughter, Mrs. Charles (Mary Ellen) Easton, of Flint, 
Mich.; three sons, Michael Jr., with the Armed Forces in Germany and Thomas and 
Timothy, at home; four brothers, Edmund J., of Milwaukee, Hector and Wilfred, of 
Dalls (sic), Texas, and John of Whittier, Calif.; and a grandson (private).
Friends may call at the funeral chapels where the rosary will be recited at 8 
o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 19, 1965 P.9


VIVIEN D. BONCHER

Vivien D. Boncher, age 82, of 3122 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday, 
April 19, 1995, at her residdence.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 22, 1995, at 
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate with burial 
to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born Aguust 28, 1912, in Green Bay, daughter of the late Ephraim J. and 
Emma T. Bacon Navarre. She attended grade school and high school at Luxemburg, 
Wis. On April 3, 1936, she married Michael A. Boncher, at Luxemburg. He preceded 
her in death April 17, 1965. Vivien was a former member of the altar Society and 
an active volunteer at Holy Redeemer Church.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Mary Ellen and Charles L. Easton, 
Flushing, Mich.; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Michael E. Boncher, 
Plymouth, Minn., Thomas V. and Sandra Boncher, Prior Lake, Minn., Timothy J. 
and Kay Boncher, Coon Rapids, Minn.; six grandchildren, Charles Anthony Easton, 
Tom Boncher, Paul Boncher, Tim Boncher, Jessica Boncher, Nicole Boncher; two 
great-grandchildren, Anthony Michael Easton and Evan John Boncher. Besides her 
parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by one brother and two 
sisters.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel from 6-8 p.m. Friday 
(TONIGHT). A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, April 21, 1995 P. A2


CAROLINE BONFIGT

Caroline E. Bonfigt, age 95, a resident of Wisteria Haus, Two Rivers, died early 
Wednesday morning, March 31, 1999, at the Wisteria Haus.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, April 5, 1999, at Most Holy 
Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial 
will be Rev. William O'Brien, with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Caroline was born September 1, 1903, in the town of Mishicot, daughter of the late 
George and Anna Kanzelberger Bonfigt. Caroline was employed at Meckelberg Jewelers 
of Two Rivers for many years. She was a member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer, and 
a former member of the New Hope Choir.
Survivors include her sister, Margaret Sonntag, Two Rivers; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by one sister, Isabel 
Bonfigt; one brother, John Bonfigt; a half sister, Rose Franz and a half brother, 
Frank Bonfigt.
The family will great relatives and friends Monday morning, at Most Holy Redeemer 
Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 2, 1999 P. A2


CLARENCE BONFIGT

Clarence W. Bonfigt, age 77, of 2740 42nd St., Two Rivers, died Friday afternoon, 
March 3, 1995, at his residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 7, 1995, at the Klein 
and Stangel Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Paul Schumacher 
with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born April 8, 1917, in the town of Mishicot, son of the late Frank and 
Elizabeth Besdik Bonfigt. He married the former Eleanore Hrdina on June 4, 1941, 
at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Tisch Mills. Mr. Bonfigt was employed with Two 
Rivers Auto Service for many years and then with Manitowoc Engineering company 
until his retirement in 1979.
Survivors include his wife, Eleanore Bonfigt, Two Rivers; two daughters and sons-
in-law, Janice and Ronald Gollata, Manitowoc, Nancy and Benjamin Valenta, Mishicot; 
two sons and a daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Marilyn Bonfigt, Manitowoc, Dale 
Bonfigt, Appleton; eight grandchildren,Vicki Nord, David Gollata, Ricky Gollata, 
Debra Samz, Michael Valenta, Pam Kadow, Jason Bonfigt and Gregory Schroeder; six 
great-grandchildren, Jessica and Stacy Nord, Kayla and Mitchel Samz, Krista and 
Samantha Kadow; one brother, Herbert Bonfigt, DePere. Also suriving are three 
sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in 
death by three brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Funeral  Home on Monday evening from 
5-8 p.m. where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. by Deacon James Sustman.
One of his joys in life was taking his children and grandchildren fishing.
Herald Times Reporter, March 5, 1995 P. A2


ELEANORE BONFIGT

Eleanore Bonfigt, age 81, a resident of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died 
Tuesday evening, Dec. 30, 2003 at the home. Funeral services will be held at 
11 am Saturday, Jan. 3, 2004 at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish- Holy Redeemer 
Site. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William O'Brien 
with burial Monday, Jan. 5, 2005 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Eleanore was born Sept. 26, 1922 in the town of Gibson, daughter of the late Anton 
and Anna Roidt Hrdina. On June 4, 1941 she married Clarence Bonfigt at St. Mary 
Catholic Church, Tisch Mills. He preceded her in death on March 4, 1995. Eleanore 
was employed with Jerry's Bakery of Two Rivers for 20 years until her retirement. 
She was a member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer.
Survivors include two daughters and two sons-in-law, Janice and Ronald Gollate, 
Manitowoc; Nancy and Benjamin Valenta, Mishicot; a son, Dale Bonfigt, Appleton; a 
daughter-in-law, Marilyn Bonfigt, Manitowoc; eight grandchildren: Vicki (Jon) 
Jalowiec, David (Roxanne) Gollata; Rick (Monica) Gollate; Debra (Bernie) Samz; 
Michael (Karen) Valenta; Pam (Gerald) Kadow; Jason Bonfigt, Gregory Schroeder; 
12 great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; nieces; nephews; other 
relatives and friends also survive.
Eleanore was also preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Bonfigt; two sisters and 
brothers-in-law, Lillian and Ivan Peterik, Cecelia and Richard Seidl.  The family 
will greet relatives and friends from 4 to 8 pm on Friday, Jan. 2, 2004 at Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. A prayer service 
will be held at 7:30 pm led by Father Bill. Visitation will continue on Saturday, 
Jan. 3, 2004 at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish- Holy Redeemer Site from 10 am until 
the time of service at 11 am.
The family wishes to express their appreciation to the staff of Hamilton Memorial 
Home for their dedication and care given to Eleanore during her stay.
Alzheimers-The Thief
A Thief came awhile back and slowly took our Mom away.
She didn't do it all at once but by tiny pieces every day.
At first we hardly noticed and sometimes even smiled,
"Oh, She's just getting older," we told ourselves, our long suit was denial.
The haunted look for what once was - the searching, asking, pacing -
the thief had all the cards in hand, with time against Mom racing.
Mom tried her best with what she had and Lord Knows we did too,
but the thief just took control and stole each bit of her we knew.
But now the hard battle's over. And Mom's resting in her final Home.
God made the thief give back to us the Mother we had known.
"We Love You and Will Miss You."
Your Children, Grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Jan. 1, 2004
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Eleanore Bonfigt, age 81, a resident of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, 
died Tuesday evening, Dec. 30, 2003, at the home. Funeral services will be held 
at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 3, 2004, at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish-Holy 
Redeemer Site. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. 
William O'Brien with burial Monday, Jan. 5, 2004, at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, (TODAY) 
Jan. 2, 2004, at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two 
Rivers. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m., led by Father Bill. 
Visitation will continue on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2004, at St. Peter the Fisherman 
Parish-Holy Redeemer Site from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2004


ISABEL F. BONFIGT

Isabel F. Bonfigt, 90, formerly of 2411-34th Street, Two Rivers, died Tuesday 
morning at Hamilton Memorial Home.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. 
Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery.
She was born March 9, 1901, in the town of Mishicot, of the late George and 
Anna Kanzelberger Bonfigt. She was employed for many years at Cutler-Hammer 
in Milwaukee, retiring 25 years ago. She was a member of the Ladies of Holy 
Redeemer.
Survivors include two sisters, Caroline Bonfigt and Margaret Sonntag, both of 
Two Rivers; a sister-in-law, Marie Bonfigt of Two Rivers; and nieces and nephews. 
She was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Frank Bonfigt, and a sister, 
Rose Franz.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday and 
a parish memorial will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Herald Times Reporter, June 4, 1991 P. B8
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[bur. 06-06-1991/age 90 yr.]


JOANN BONFIGT

Joann M. Bonfigt, age 71, formerly of 1107 Columbus St., Two Rivers, entered 
eternal rest at St. Mary's at Felician Village, Manitowoc, on Wednesday, 
April 14, 2010.
Joann was born to the late John and Josephine Kotarek Bonfigt on May 24, 1938, 
the eldest of five children. After the death of her parents, Joann cared for 
her brothers in the family home until her illness in late 2009. She was a 
lifelong member of St. Mark's/St. Peter the Fisherman parish. Joann's life was 
one of many challenges, but she never allowed those challenges to crush her 
spirit. She had a wonderful sense of humor and her spirited personality touched 
all who knew her. Most importantly Joann had faith in God and was a true witness 
of that faith in life as well as in death.
Joann leaves behind her two very special brothers (private). She is survived by 
a special uncle (private) and many cousins and other relatives. Joann was blessed 
with many angels in her life (private). She was also preceded in death by two 
brothers, Richard and Roland.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 17, 2010, at the 
Felician Village Chapel, 1635 S. 21st St., Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass 
of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen, with burial of her 
cremated remains to be held at a later date in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the Felician Village Chapel on Saturday morning from 10:30 a.m. 
until the time of Mass at 11:30.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Triumph Cancer Research Center in 
DePere or the Felician Village.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assiting the family 
with funeral arrangements.
Thank you to Drs. (private), and the staff at Aurora Medical Center. A very 
special thank you to Dawn, a very loving and dedicated nurse from VNA Hospice, 
as well as other hospice staff. Much gratitude to the clergy at St. Francis of 
Assisi Parish and the loving and caring nurses and administrative staff at St. 
Mary's at Felician Village for the special care given to Joann in her final days.
Herald Times Reporter, April 16, 2010


JOHN G. BONFIGT    (d. 1979)

John G. Bonfigt, 82, of 2128-30th St., Two Rivers, died Saturday morning, Aug. 
25, in Hamilton Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday in Holy Redeemer Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Bonfigt was born July 10, 1897, in Mishicot, son of the late George and Anna 
Kanzelberger Bonfigt. He was employed for many years as a mechanic for Two Rivers 
Auto Service. He married Marie Pesl Nov. 14, 1922, in Antigo. Mr. Bonfigt was a 
member of the Eagles and St. Vincent De Paul.
Survivors include his wife, Marie; two daughters, Mrs. Floyd (Jeannette) Gerline 
of Fair Oaks, Ind., and LuAnn Kralovetz; three sisters, Miss Isabel Bonfigt of 
Two Rivers, Miss Caroline Bonfigt of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Roy (Marge) Sonntag of 
Two Rivers; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Frank Bonfigt of Green Bay; nine grandchildren 
and eight great grandchildren.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 
o'clock this Sunday afternoon. Memorial services will be held at 6:30 o'clock by 
the Two Rivers Eagles followed by a parish memorial at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, August 26, 1979 P. 3
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(10 July 1897/Aug. 1979/SSDI)
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Marriage of John/Marie Bonfigt
The marriage of John Bonfigt, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Bonfigt of the Town of 
Two Rivers to Miss Marie E. Pesl of Antigo took place at St. Mary's Church, 
Antigo Wednesday, Nov. 15. The couple will reside at Manitowoc where the groom 
is employed by the Clark Oil Co.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 24, 1922


JOHN G. BONFIGT    (d. 1988)

John Bonfigt, 73, of 1107 Columbus Street, Two Rivers, died Friday morning, 
April 22, 1988 at the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers. Funeral services will 
be 11 am Monday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Gary Crevier will 
officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bonfigt was born October 13, 1914 at Mishicot, son of the late Frank and 
Elisabeth Besdek Bonfigt. He attended Holy Cross Parochial School, Mishicot. He 
was later employed at Hamilton Industries for 28 years, retiring in 1970. He 
married the former Josephine Kotarek on November 18, 1938 at Two Rivers.
Survivors include his wife, Josephine; three sons, Ralph, Wayne and Roland of Two 
Rivers; a daughter, Joanne Bonfigt of Two Rivers; and two brothers, Clarence of 
Two Rivers and Herbert of DePere. He was preceded in death by a son, a brother and 
two sisters.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral chapel, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm Sunday 
evening where a memorial service will be at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Apr. 22, 1988 page 17
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[bur. 04-25-1988/age 73 yr.]
(13 Oct 1914/Apr 1988/SSDI)


JOSEPHINE M. BONFIGT

Josephine Bonfigt, age 93, formerly of 1107 Columbus St., Two Rivers, died on 
Thursday morning, June 12, 2008, at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Josephine was born on Feb. 25, 1915, in Filer City, Mich., daughter of the 
late Joseph and Josephine Kotarek. On Nov. 11, 1938, she married John Bonfigt 
in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on April 22, 1988.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by one son: Richard.
Private family funeral services will be officiated by the Rev. William G. 
O'Brien, with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the 
Bonfigt family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 15, 2008


MARIE V. BONFIGT

Marie V. Bonfigt, age 102, formerly of 2128 30th St., Two Rivers, died on Friday 
evening, Feb. 28, 2003 at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be 
held at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2003 at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish, 
Holy Redeemer Site, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will 
be the Rev. William O'Brien, with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Marie was born on July 20, 1900 in Antigo, Wi., the daughter of the late James 
and Mary Csuy Pesl. Marie married John G. Bonfigt on Nov. 14, 1922 in Antigo. He 
preceded her in death on Aug. 25, 1979. She was a member of St. Peter the Fisherman 
Parish and the Ladies of Holy Redeemer. Marie volunteered at St. Vincent DePaul 
until she was 96 years old. 
Survivors include one daughter Lu Ann Anschutz, Green Bay; two brothers and sisters-
in-law: Rudy Pesl, Los Angeles, Cal., Sylvester and Clara Pesl, Antigo, Marge Sonntag, 
Two Rivers, one sister: Martha Magliano, Los Angeles, Cal., one son-in-law: Jim 
Gerline, Florida, nine grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, nine great great 
grandchildren. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Marie was 
also preceded in death by one daughter: Jeanette in 1996, two sons-in-law: Ray 
Kralovetz in 1968 and Ed Anschutz in 2000, eight brothers, two sisters. 
The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday 
March 3, 2003 at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. A 7 p.m. prayer service 
will conclude the visitation led by Fr. Bill. The visitation will continue from 1:30 
p.m. until the time of service at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2003 at St. Peter 
the Fisherman Parish, Holy Redeemer Site, Two Rivers. The Klein & Stangel Funeral 
Home & Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 2003 
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(20 Jul 1900/28 Feb 2003/SSDI)


RICHARD BONFIGT

Richard Bonfigt, 46 of 1107 Columbus Street, Two Rivers, died Thursday night 
April 30, 1987, at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be 
10 am Monday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Robert Sladek will 
officiate with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bonfigt was born September 13, 1940 at Mishicot, son of John and Josephine 
Kotarek Bonfigt. Survivors include his parents, three brothers, Ralph, Roland 
and Wayne, all of Two rivers and a sister, JoAnn Bonfigt of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 5 pm to 8 pm 
Sunday. Memorial service will be held at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., May 1, 1987 page 18
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[bur. 05-04-1987/age 46 yr.]
(13 Sep 1940/Apr 1987/SSDI)


ANNA BONK

Mrs. John Bonk, 68, lifelong resident of Manitowoc county, died at 3:20 a.m. 
today at her home at Two Rivers. She had been ill for the past two months.
A solemn requiem high mass will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic church, at 
Two Rivers at 9 o'clock Monday morning, following short services from the 
Keefe funeral home at 8:30 o'clock. Burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery.
Mrs. Bonk, nee Ann Shikowski, was born in the town of Two Rivers Dec. 25, 1872. 
She was married June 14, 1892.
She was a member of the Holy Rosary society of Sacred Heart church.
Survivors are the widower, a veteran drayman; two daughters, Mrs. Milton Klose 
of Manitowoc and Mrs. Willliam Ingals of Two Rivers; two sons, Joseph and Paul 
at home; one sister, Mrs. John J. Tadych, Two Rivers; and two grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Keefe funeral home where the rosary will be 
recited Sunday evening at 7:30 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 4, 1941 P. 12


ANTON S. BONK

Bonk, Two Rivers Skat Expert, Dies
Anton S. Bonk, 78, of 2102 Jefferson St., pioneer dray line operator and well 
known skat player, died Sunday morning. He had been in failing health for three 
years.
Mr. Bonk, who traveled extensively to skat tournaments and was the recipient of 
numerous major awards, retired from active competition in 1948 because of ill 
health.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. 
The Rev. Joseph Gabrzszek, pastor, will be the celebrant, with the Rev. Edward 
Wagner, pastor of St. Mark, Two Rivers, deacon, and the Rev. John S. Landowski, 
pastor of St. Mary, Manitowoc, and former Sacred Heart Church, pastor, subdeacon.
The Revs. George Beth, pastor of Holy Cross Church, Mishicot, and John Schmitt, 
assistant at St. Luke, Two Rivers, will be present in the sanctuary. 
Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Anton Bonk was born on a farm in Cooperstown in 1873, a son of the late Jacob and 
Mary Zill Bonk, who immigrated from Poland and who were among the earliest settlers 
in that area.
Upon the death of his father when he was 13 years old, the mother brought the 
family to Two Rivers. Shortly after Mr. Bonk took employment at the Hamilton Manu-
facturing Company where he learned the trade of cabinet maker.
A few years later he became baggageman at the North Western Road depot in Two Rivers, 
which position he held for many years.
In 1912 Mr. Bonk purchased the dray line business from the late Henry Rau and 
expanded his operations by taking in his late brother, John Bonk, as an associate.
In 1942 Mr. Bonk retired from the draying enterprise, seling the business to the 
Clipper City firm of Manitowoc.
Mr. Bonk had been a skat enthusiast since he was 13 years old and as a young man 
became an expert player, which took him to scores of tournaments throughout Wisconsin 
and the middlewest.
In 1942 the National Skat League honored Mr. Bonk by naming him skatmeister of the 
national tournament held at the Milwaukee Auditorium.
In 1894 he married Miss Mary Smongeski. She died in 1941.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Archie Allen and Mrs. Arthur J. Salveson, of Two 
Rivers, two sons, Peter of Chicago and Leo Bonk of Two Rivers.
He also leaves his 91-year-old brother, Frank Bonk Sr., who is believed to be the 
oldest male resident in the city, and the lone survivor of the Bonk family.
Friends may call at the Beduhn, Deja & Martin Inc., Funeral Home until 8:30 a.m. 
Tuesday when brief services will be held prior to services at Sacred Heart Church. 
The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 12, 1952  P.10


CHARLOTTE BONK

Charlotte Bonk, age 79, a resident of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died 
Monday, May 12, 1997 at the home.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, 1997, at Holy Redeemer 
Catholic Chruch, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Paul 
Schumacher.
Charlotte was born February 14, 1918, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Frank 
and Mabel LaFond Dassey. On September 28, 1940, she married George Bonk in Dubuque, 
Iowa. He preceded her in death on May 9, 1982. She was a member of Holy Redeemer 
Catholic Church.
Survivors included two sons and one dauther-in-law (sic), John Bonk, Two Rivers, 
Jerry and Linda Boman, Raleigh N.C.; two grandsons, Andrew (Leigh Ann) Moody, and 
Jason Moddy, all of Santa Rosa, Calif.; one great-granddaughter, Angelina Moody; 
two brothers, Lester and Clyde Dassey, both of Two Rivers; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by one brother, 
Darwin Dassey; and two sisters, Celestine and Beatrice.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Holy Redeemer Church from 10:30 a.m. 
Wednesday until the time of service. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation.
Klein and Stangel Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 13, 1997 P. A2


EDNA L. BONK    (d. 1991)

Edna Freye Bonk, 75, of W257 Rolling Lane, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, died Wednesday 
evening, February 6, 1991, at Memorial Hospital, Oconomowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers. Rev. Jame Stamborski will officiate with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
She was born March 24, 1915, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Walter M. and 
Louise E. Zoerb Freye. She attended grade school and Washington High School. On 
March 19, 1938, she married Leo Bonk in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death 
February 5, 1969. She had been employed as a Concession Clerk at the Sister Hotel 
in Milwaukee.
Survivors include three sons and a daughter-in-law, Karl A. Bonk of Oconomowoc, 
Phillip P. Bonk of Panama City, Panama, Lawrence L. and Laura Bonk of Redding, 
Calif.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Cleo and Jerry Christopherson of Milwaukee, 
Mary and Frank Cameron of Oconomowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Lois Mee of Indiana, Grace 
Freye of Denver, Colo.; 13 grandchildren and 2 great grandchldren (sic) also 
survive.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. 
Sunday.
Herald Times Reporter, February 8, 1991 P. B10


FRANK BONK JR.    (d. 1955)

Frank Bonk Jr., 69, (photo) widely known former Two Rivers motion picture 
theater manager and dance orchestra leader and resident of Ripon for the 
past 35 years, died unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home in that city 
Saturday night.
Mr. Bonk who earlier managed a movie theater at Ripon had been active as a 
orchestra leader up to the time of his affliction.
Funeral services will be held at the Ripon Catholic Church at 9:30 a.m. 
Tuesday, the Rev. Joseph Platta officiating. Interment will be in the Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers, at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Mr. Bonk was born in the Town of Two Creeks on Oct. 21, 1885, a son of Frank 
Bonk Sr., and the late Johanna Gonia Bonk. When he was 15 years old the family 
came to Two Rivers where Mr. Bonk took employment at the old pail factory of 
the Mann Bros. Co. Later he worked at the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. in Two 
Rivers.
When he was a young man he became a violin student of the late Prof. George 
Urban at Manitowoc and several years later formed the Bonk Brothers Orchestra 
with his brothers, John, playing the trombone and George, being a cornetist. 
In taking over the management of the old Empire Theater at Two Rivers the 
orchestra played for the motion picture programs for many years.
In 1920 Mr. Bonk left Two Rivers to operate a motion picture theater at Ripon. 
Retiring several years late from the enterprise, he became a foreman at the 
Speed Queen Washer Co. at Ripon, a post which he held until two years ago when 
he retired.
Mr. Bonk married Miss Mary Kreisa in Two Rivers on May 10, 1911, who survives 
him with a daughter, Mrs. Shelburn Donkle of Ripon; his father, Frank Bonk Sr. of 
Two Rivers, in his 95th year; six sisters, Mrs. Fred Mertens, Miss Martha 
Bonk, Mrs. James Schauer and Mrs. Ben Dombrowski of Two Rivers, Mrs. Frank Lassek 
of Eau Claire and Mrs. Robert Gillespie of San Diego, Calif., two brothers, John  
and George Bonk of Two Rivers, and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Butzin Funeral Home at Ripon until the time of services. 
The casket is scheduled to arrive at Two Rivers shortly after 1 p.m. Tuesday and 
will be opened for Two Rivers relatives and friends for a period before interment.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 25, 1955 P. 15
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Frank Bonk, manager of the Empire Moving Picture Theatre at Two Rivers and Miss 
Mary Kreisa of that city, were married Tuesday and came here enroute to Chicago 
for their honeymoon. A large delegation of friends accompanied the couple to this 
city and gave them the usual "send off" with rice, old shoes, etc. The wedding 
was a large one.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 10, 1911 page 2


FRANK BONK    (d. 1956)

Frank Bonk Sr., 94, (photo), one of Manitowoc county's oldest residents who 
lived in the Two Rivers area nearly 80 years, died Thursday at the home of 
his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Fred (Ole) Mertens at 2115 Polk St., 
Two Rivers, with whom he had been residing for many years. He had been in 
failing health for the past two years.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the Deja & Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the 
Rev. Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Bonk was born in Posen, Germany, on April 27, 1861, a son of the late Jacob 
and Mary Bonk. At the age of seven the family brought him to this country, 
settling in Milwaukee. A few years later the family moved to a farm in the Town 
of Two Creeks. In 1885 he married Johanna Gonia in Two Rivers and the couple 
engaged in farming for a few years, coming to Two Rivers in the late 1880s where 
Mr. Gonia (sic) took employment at the old Mann Brothers pail factory. More than 
50 years ago he entered the tavern business and erected a building at 21st and 
Jefferson Streets, now the Gonia tavern. Several years later he disposed of the 
business and took over a tavern on Two Rivers' east side, now the Claude Lodi 
establishment. He retired about 30 years ago. His wife preceded him in death 23 
years ago.
Mr. Bonk was one of the orgnizers of the Sacred Heart parish at Two Rivers and 
was one of Two Rivers' best know skat players.
Surviving Mr. Bonk are six daughters, Mrs. Fred Mertens, Miss Martha Bonk, Mrs. 
James Schauer and Mrs. Ben Dombrowski of Two Rivers, Mrs. Frank Lassek of Eau 
Claire and Mrs. Robert Gillespie of San Diego, Calif.; two sons, John and George 
Bonk of Two Rivers; 16 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral chapel after 7 p.m. Saturday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 20, 1956 P. 17


GEORGE A. BONK    (d. 1973)

George A. Bonk, 81, of 1000 24th St., Two Rivers, retired Two Rivers east side 
tavern operator and early musician, died unexpectedly early Wednesday morning at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9 am Friday at Deja & 
Martin Funeral Chapels and at 9:30 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. James J. Stamborski will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bonk was born in the Town of Two Rivers, Dec. 26, 1891, a son of the late Frank 
and Johanna Gonia Bonk. He was well known in baseball circles in his early years as 
a player and was a cornetist with the old Two Rivers City Band and played in the 
Bonk orchestra in early theater days at Two Rivers. He operated a tavern for many 
years on the city's east side and for 10 years was employed at Plant No. 4, Mirro 
Aluminum Co.,Two Rivers. He married Marcella Gauthier at Two Rivers May 22, 1922.
Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Elaine Garrigan of Manitowoc; two 
sisters, Mrs. Ben Dombrowski and Mrs. Agnes Schauer of Two Rivers; nine grandchildren 
and nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 5 to 9 pm Thursday 
with memorial services for 8 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., May 23, 1973 page 3
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(26 Dec 1891/May 1973/SSDI)
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Marriage of George/Marcella Bonk
George Bonk and Miss Marcella Gauthier of this city surprised their friends and 
relatives here Monday when they informed them they were married at Waukegan on 
that day. The couple left Sunday apparently just for a pleasure auto trip. The 
knot was tied by the district judge at Waukegan. The groom is a son of Mr. and 
Mrs. Frank Bonk who conduct the Commercial House here and the bride is a daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gauthier who conduct the Union House.
The Reporter, Fri., May 26, 1922


GEORGE J. BONK    (d. 1982)

George J. Bonk, 63, of 3918 Mishicot Road, Two Rivers, died early Sunday 
morning, May 9, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Memorial services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Bonk was born Aug. 20, 1918, at Two Rivers, son of the late John and Mabel 
Hickox Bonk. He was educated at Two Rivers schools. He married Charolette 
Dassey, Sept. 18, 1940, at Two Rivers. Mr. Bonk was employed as project engineer 
at Alto Schaan, Milwaukee, retiring in August of 1981, and moving to Two Rivers.
Survivors include his wife, Charolette; two sons, John of Two Rivers and Jerry 
of Milwaukee; six sisters, Mrs. Fred (Mildred) Greco of Plymouth, Mass., Mrs. 
Bettye Kraftcheck of Manitowoc, Mrs. Donald (Shirly) Brault of Madison, Mrs. 
Fred (Frances) Puls and Mrs. Roger (Carol) Puls of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Leonard 
(Nancy) Rybarczyk of Catlin, Ill., and two grandchildren. He was preceded in 
death by three brothers, Wallace, James and Richard.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 1 p.m. Tuesday until 
the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, May 10, 1982 P. 3
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[bur. 05-17-1982/age 63 yr.]
(20 Aug 1918/May 1982/SSDI)


JAMES BONK

James Bonk, 45, of 1020-24th St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Wednesday 
morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. 
Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
Mr. Bonk was born Jan. 2, 1929, at Two Rivers, son of the late John and 
Mabel Hickox Bonk. He attended St. Luke Catholic School and was graduated 
from Washington High School, Two Rivers, in 1948. He married Loraine Wall 
Aug. 3, 1950, at Two Rivers. He was presently employed at Kelvinator 
Commercial Products Inc., as a die-setter. 
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Christine, of Two Rivers, two brothers, 
George, of Milwaukee and Wallace, of Ann Arbor, Mich., six sisters, Mrs. Fred 
Greco, of Foxboro, Mass., Mrs. Donald Kraftcheck, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Donald 
Brault, of Mt. Horeb, Wis., Mrs. Fred Puls and Mrs. Roger Puls, of Two Rivers 
and Mrs. Leonard Rybarczyk, of Danville, Ill.
Friends may call at the funeral chapel from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday where a 
Memorial service will be held at 8 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 22, 1974  P.23


JOHANNA BONK

MRS. F. BONK SR. PASSES AWAY AT HOME HERE
Mrs. Frank Bonk Sr. East and Seventeenth streets, passed away this morning at 
her home. She was 64. Burial will take place Monday morning from the Sacred 
Heart church.
The deceased whose maiden name was Jennie Gonia, was born in Poland in 1867 
and came here with her parents and settled in the town of Two Rivers.
Forty-seven years ago she was married to Frank Bonk, Sr., of this city who 
survives her with six daughters, Mrs. Frances Mertens, Martha Bonk of this 
city, Mrs. Frank Lassek, Eau Claire, Mrs. Ben Dombrowski, this city, Theresa 
Bonk, Watertown, and Mrs. James Schauer this city and three sons, Frank, Jr., 
Ripon; George and John, both of this city.
Mrs. Bonk also leaves four sisters Mrs. Frank Kochorosky, this city, Mrs. 
Clarence Meyer and Mrs. Frank McGinn, Milwaukee and Mrs. Frances Weinke, Chicago, 
and five brothers, Frank Gonia, this city, Joseph and Anton and Laddie Gonia of 
Milwaukee and George Gagnon, Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, October 15, 1931 P.15
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[Jennie Bonk]


JOHN BONK    (d. 1947)

John Bonk, 80, former operator of a dray line in Two Rivers, died Wednesday 
afternoon at his home, 2010 Jefferson street, in that city.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Sacred Heart Catholic 
church, Two Rivers. Burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery.
He was born in Poland in 1866 and accompanied his parents to a farm in the 
town of Two Rivers. He married Miss Anna Shekoski in 1892.
Following their marriage the couple moved to Two Rivers where Mr. Bonk went 
to work for the Hamilton company as a woodworker. He remained there for 20 
years until 1912 when he and his brother Anton started a dray line, operating 
first with a wagon and team of mules. Mrs. Bonk died about six years ago.
Surviving are two sons, Paul and Joseph, both of Two Rivers, two daughters, 
Mrs. William Ingalz of Two Rivers and Mrs. Milton Klose of Manitowoc; two 
brothers, Anton and Frank of Two Rivers, and two grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, where the 
rosary will be recited this evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, February 20, 1947 P. 2


JOHN BONK    (d. 1956)

John P. Bonk, 68, of 1008-24th St., Two Rivers, for years a motion picture 
projectionist, who once was in partnership with a late brother in the operation 
of the old Empire Theater at Two Rviers, died at 8 a.m Sunday, at Two Rivers 
Municpal Hospital where he had been a patient for a week.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Deja & Martin, Inc., 
Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Joseph Gabryszck officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
John Paul Bonk was born in Two Rivers on April 6, 1888, a son of the late Frank 
and Jennie Gonia Bonk. After attending the Two Rivers schools he became a cigar 
maker in his yourth. Several years later he joined his late brother, Frank Bonk, 
who died three years ago at Ripon, in the operation of the old Empire Theater 
in the Empire Block. He also was a member of the Bonk Brothers orchestra, playing 
a trombone, which was the pit orchestra for the vaudeville shows at the theater. 
At the Empire he operated the motion picture projectors, a field which he pursued 
for well over 40 years, working later at the Rivoli at Two Rivers, and the Capitol, 
Strand and Mikadow at Manitowoc.
Mr. Bonk also worked continuously for 35 years at the Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two 
Rivers, 34 years of which were spent in the company's wood type shop. He retired 
in May of 1953. A "30-year club" member at Hamilton, he was also a member of the 
Manitowoc Motion Picture Projectors Union.
Surviving Mr. Bonk are his wife, the former Mabel Hickox of Fish Creek, Wis., 
whom he married in 1916; six daughters, Mrs. Joseph Gajdys, Mrs. Frederick Puls, 
Mrs. Leonard Rybarczyk and Mrs. Roger Puls of Two Rivers, Mrs. Donald Kraftcheck 
of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Donald Brault of Milwaukee; three sons, George Bonk of 
Milwaukee, Dr. Wallace Bonk, an instructor at the University of Michigan, Ann 
Arbor, Mich., and James Bonk of Two Rivers; six sisters, Mrs. Fred (Ole) Mertens, 
Miss Martha Bonk, Mrs. James Schauer and Mrs. Ben Dombrowski of Two Rivers, Mrs. 
Frank Lassek of Eau Claire, and Mrs. Robert Gillespie of Long Beach, Calif., a 
brother, George Bonk of Two Rivers, and nine grandchildren. A son, Richard Bonk, 
died four years ago.
Friends may call at the fuenral chapel after 2 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 22, 1956 P. 15
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[John Paul]


JOHN BONK    (d. 2009)

John F. Bonk, age 63, of 1 Hamilton Drive, Two Rivers, died on Sunday 
evening, Jan. 11, 2009, at the Hamilton Home, Two Rivers.
John was born on Sept. 30, 1945, in Two Rivers, son of the late George 
and Charlotte (nee Dassey) Bonk. He was known as the unofficial mayor 
of the Hamilton Home for many years. John enjoyed music and playing 
video games.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, 
at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. 
Officiating at the service will be the Rev. William O'Brien. Burial 
will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 14, 2009


JOSEPH BONK    (d. 1949)

Joseph Bonk, 84, died at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Ingnatz Bialkowski of 
1209 South 14th street, early this morning after an illness of several months.
Funeral services will be 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the Klein and Stangel funeral 
home, Two Rivers, and 9 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic church, Two Rivers. 
Burial will be in Forest View cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bonk was born in Newton in 1864. In 1889 he married Telka Paradowski, who 
died 24 years ago. The couple moved to Sheboygan where Mr. Bonk worked as a 
carpenter and mason in a chair factory for about 10 years. After moving to Two 
Rivers, Mr. Bonk worked 34 years at the Hamilton Manufacturing company as a 
cabinet maker. For the past four years he has lived in Manitowoc.
He was a member of the Order of Moose, the Holy Name society and the St. 
Stanislaus society.
He is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Bialkowski, Mrs. Harry Orth of Kenosha, 
Sister M. Euphronia of Milwaukee, Mrs. Ester Garcia of Chicago and Mrs. Thomas 
Gauthier of Manitowoc; a son, Edwin of Manitowoc; five sisters, Mrs. Mary Kowask 
and Mrs. Telka Sievert of Two Rivers, Mrs. Axel Stanzel of Manitowoc, Mrs. Helen 
Sievert of Sheboygan and Mrs. Monica Buresky of Kewaunee; 11 grandchidlren and 
two great grand children.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, July 11, 1949 P. 2


JOSEPH J. BONK    (d. 1970)

Joseph J. Bonk, 75, formerly of 2010 Jefferson St., Two Rivers and who had 
resided for the past year at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon 
at a Manitowoc hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, and at 9:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Rev. James 
Stamborski will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Bonk was born Feb. 3, 1894, at Two Rivers, a son of the late John and Anna 
Shekoski Bonk. He attended Sacred Heart Catholic School. He was employed at 
Hamilton Mfg. Co. until his retirement 10 years ago.
He was a member of the Hamilton 25 Year Club and Holy Name Society of Sacred 
Heart Church.
Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Esther Ingalz, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Helen 
Klose of Manitowoc; two nieces and a nephew.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 6 to 9 p.m. this Monday. Memorial 
services will be at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 5, 1970
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(3 Feb. 1894/Jan. 1970/SSDI)


LEO A. BONK

Funeral services for Leo A. Bonk, 56, of 9714 Durango Rd., Richmond, Va., 
former Two Rivers resident, who died Wednesday at St. Mary Hospital, Richmond, 
after an illness of several months, will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Deja and 
Martin Funeral Chapels and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. James Stamborski will officiate and burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Bonk was born Jan. 29, 1913, at Two Rivers, son of the late Anton and Mary 
Smongeski Bonk. He attended Sacred Heart Parochial School and was graduated 
from Two Rivers Washington High School.
For 23 years he was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co. as an estimator. Ten years 
ago he became purchasing agent for Metal Lab Co., Labcraft Division, at Elkins, 
W.Va. For the past five years he had been with Royal School Laboratories as 
manager of credits and collection at Ashland, Va. He was a member of the Elkins 
Elks Lodge.
Besides his wife, the former Edna Freye, of Two Rivers, whom he married March 19, 
1938 at Two Rivers, he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Gerald L. (Cleo) Christopherson 
of Milwaukee and Mrs. Larry (Mary) Acker of West Allis; three sons, Karl A. of 
Richmond, Philip P. of East Chicago, Ill., and Lawrence L. of Milwaukee; two 
sisters, Mrs. Amelia Allen of Two Rivers and Mrs. Arthur J. Salveson of New York; 
a brother, Peter G. Bonk of Newport Riche, Fla., and nine grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 6 p.m. Friday where memorial 
services will be at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, February 6, 1969 P. 7


MABEL BONK

Mrs. Mabel Bonk, 72, of 1008-24th St., Two Rivers, mother of Dr. Wallace Bonk, 
a University of Michigan instructor, died unexpectedly of a heart attack enroute 
to Two Rivers Municipal Hospital late Wednesday afternoon.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud 
officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Bonk, nee Mabel Hickox, was born April 15, 1895, in Door County, a daughter 
of the late Julius and Rachal Van Bremer Hickox. She attended schools in the Fish 
Creek area and, as a young woman, came to Two Rivers. She was married in 1916 to 
John Bonk, an early motion picture projectionist at Two Rivers, who died October 
of 1956. She was a member of the Koenig School Golden Age Club group.
Beside the son, she leaves two other sons, George of Milwaukee and James of Two 
Rivers; six daughters, Mrs. Fred Greco of Foxboro, Mass., Mrs. Elizabeth Kraftcheck 
of Manitowoc, Mrs. Donald Brault of Madison, Mrs. Frederick Puls and Mrs. Roger 
Puls, both of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Leonard Rybarezyk of Las Vegas, Nev.; a sister, 
Mrs. Jasper Pogue, of Warba, Minn.; a brother, Leslie Hickox, of Sacramento, 
Calif., and 17 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Friday where memorial 
services will be at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 18, 1968 P. T9


MARCELLA J. BONK

Marcella J. Bonk, age 93, formerly of 1000 24th Street, Two Rivers, now a resident 
of St. Mary's Home, died Thursday, June 6, 1996, at St. Mary's Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 10, 1996, at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be 
the Rev. Donald Marquardt with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
She was born June 29, 1902, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Frank and Mary Beil 
Gauthier. She attended schools in Two Rivers. On May 22, 1922, she was married to 
George A. Bonk in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on May 23, 1973. Marcella 
enjoyed many hours sewing for family and friends.
Survivors include one daughter, Elaine Garrigan, Manitowoc; eight grandchildren, 
Bruce Garrigan, Gary (Diane) Garrigan, Nancy (John) Zabel, Gail (Dennis) Cox, Mary 
Ellen (Bill) Luedtke, Debra (Jeff) Stein, Cheryl (Pat) Nooker, Thomas Garrigan; 16 
great-grandchildren; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Lila (Bill) Bowring, 
Milwaukee, Eunice Neuser, Iowa; one brother and sisters-in-law, Virgil (Lorraine) 
Gauthier, California; two sisters-in-law, Deloris Gauthier and Alice Gauthier; a 
number of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one son-in-law, Richard 
Garrigan; two grandsons, Richard Garrigan Jr. and Robert Garrigan; three sisters and 
four brothers.
Friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church after 10 a.m. Monday until the time 
of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Sunday evening visitation.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 8, 1996 P. A2
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(29 Jun 1902/Jun 1996/SSDI)
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Marriage of George/Marcella Bonk
George Bonk and Miss Marcella Gauthier of this city surprised their friends and 
relatives here Monday when they informed them they were married at Waukegan on 
that day. The couple left Sunday apparently just for a pleasure auto trip. The 
knot was tied by the district judge at Waukegan. The groom is a son of Mr. and 
Mrs. Frank Bonk who conduct the Commercial House here and the bride is a daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gauthier who conduct the Union House.
The Reporter, Fri., May 26, 1922


MARTHA BONK

Miss Martha Bonk, 72, of 1412-22nd St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Thursday 
afernoon of a heart attack at home.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. James J. 
Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Miss Bonk was born at Two Rivers Sept. 6, 1895, daughter of the late Frank and 
Johanna Gonia Bonk. She attended Sacred Heart parochial and the public schools 
at Two Rivers. Retiring in 1958, she was employed at Plant 4, Mirro Aluminum Co., 
in the shipping department for more than 40 years. A member of a musical family, 
she was the pianist for the old Gloe-Naidl orchestra, a dance group, after World 
War I for several years. She was a member of Sacred Heart Rosary Society.
Surviving are five sisters, Mrs. Frances Mertens, Mrs. James Schauer and Mrs. 
Ben Dombrowski, of Two Rivers, Mrs. Polly Lassek of Eau Claire and Mrs. Teresa 
Gillespie, of San Diego, Calif., a brother, George, of Two Rivers and nieces and 
nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Sunday where parish memorial 
services will be at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 8, 1967 P. 16
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(6 Sept. 1895/Dec. 1967/SSDI)


MARY BONK    (d. 1941)

Mrs. Anton Bonk, 67, died today at the home, 2102 Jefferson street, in Two 
Rivers. She had been in failing health in recent years.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Sacred Heart church 
there, following brief services at the Jansky funeral home. Burial will be 
in Holy Cross cemetery.
Mrs. Bonk was a lifelong resident of Two Rivers. She was born in 1873, a 
daughter of the late Lawrence and Cathryn Smongeski, pioneer settlers of the 
city. She attended the city schools and when she was 21 was married to Anton 
Bonk.
For many years she was active in the Ladies Charitable Association and the 
Altar Society of Sacred Heart church.
Survivors are the widower; two daughters, Mrs. Archie Allen, city, and Mrs. 
Arthur Salverson, Two Rivers; two sons, Peter G. Bonk of Chicago and Leo of 
Two Rivers; five brothers, Frank and Joseph of Two Rivers; Peter of Neenah, 
John of Fort Brady, Mich., and Attorney A.L. Smongeskie of Stevens Point; and 
four grandchildren.
The body was removed to the Jansky funeral home where it may be viewed from 
Saturday afternoon until the time of the funeral on Monday. The rosary will 
be recited there Sunday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, January 17, 1941 P. 9
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Note: The following is about her son, Peter:
Bonk - Marquess
Mr. Charles Henson Marquess of Chicago announces the marriage of his 
daughter, Marion Frances to Peter G. Bonk on Saturday, April 14, 1928 at 
Chicago, Ill.  Miss Marquess was librarian in the branches department of 
the Chicago Public Library.
The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Bonk, 2102 Jefferson St., this 
city. He is a graduate of the Two Rivers High School and continued his 
education at the state university at Madison where he graduated in 1922.  
He is at present employed as an efficiency expert for the packing house of 
Libby, McNiel & Libby of Chicago where the couple will reside.
Two Rivers Reporter - Chronicle - May 17,, 1928


MARY BONK    (d. 1970)

Mrs. Mary Bonk, 84, of Ripon, a former Two Rivers resident and widow of Frank Bonk, 
an elderly manager of the former Empire Theater and an orchestra leader at Two 
Rivers, died Tuesday morning at Memorial Hospital at Waupun.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. James 
Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Bonk, nee Mary Kreisa, was born at Sturgeon Bay March 7, 1885, a daughter of 
the late George and Katherine Fisher Kreisa. When she was a child, her family brought 
her to Two Rivers, where she was married May 10, 1911, to Frank Bonk. The family 
moved to Ripon in 1920 where her husband operated a movie theater for a number of 
years.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Lorraine Donkel of Madison, and three grandchildren. 
A sister and brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial services will be at 8 o'clock 
this Wednesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 7, 1970
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Frank Bonk, manager of the Empire Moving Picture Theatre at Two Rivers and Miss 
Mary Kreisa of that city, were married Tuesday and came here enroute to Chicago 
for their honeymoon. A large delegation of friends accompanied the couple to this 
city and gave them the usual "send off" with rice, old shoes, etc. The wedding 
was a large one.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 10, 1911 page 2


PAUL P. BONK

Paul P. Bonk, 50, Shoe Dealer, Dies 
Seriously ill for the past several weeks, Paul P. Bonk, 50, Washington Street 
shoe dealer and member of an early Two Rivers family died at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital early Tuesday morning. He was removed to the hospital from his home at 
___ Jefferson St. on Monday.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
the Rev. Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery 
here. 
Paul Bonk was born in Two Rivers in 1902, a son of the late John and Anna Shekoski 
Bonk. He was graduated from the Sacred Heart Parochial Grade School and attended 
Two Rivers High School for three years.
After leaving school he identified himself early in the shoe sales field, working 
for the old Two Rivers Mercantile Company, Schuette Brothers, the late J. D. Musial 
and Carl Genske. He took over the latter's establishment at 1613 Washington St., 
26 years ago which he operated since. 
One of the oldest members of the Two Rivers Lions Club, his affiliation dating back 
nearly 25 years, Mr. Bonk was active on committees, particularly in youth programs. 
He was also a member of the Two Rivers Council No. 1957, Knights of Columbus and the 
Holy Name Society of Sacred Heart Church.
Surviving Mr. Bonk are his wife, the former Marion Semrad of Oconto, whom he married 
in Two Rivers in 1942, and a son, John, at home, two sisters, Mrs. Milton Klose of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. William Ingalz of Two River and a brother, Joseph of Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home here from noon Thursday 
to the time of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 8 p.m. 
Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 11, 1952  P.14


PETER G. BONK

Funeral services for Peter G. Bonk, 68, retired executive of Libby, McNeill 
and Libby co., Chicago, Ill., and a native of Two Rivers, who died unexpectedly 
at his home at New Port Richey, Fla., Monday, will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at 
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, the Rev. James Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Bonk was born Jan. 26, 1901, at Two Rivers, a son of the late Anton and Mary 
Smongeski Bonk. His father was one of the early dray line operators at Two Rivers. 
He attended Sacred Heart Parochial School and was graduated from Two Rivers High 
School in 1919, where he was active in most sports. He was one of the leading 
pocket billiard players in the Two Rivers area in his youth, prior to enrolling 
at the University of Wisconsin from which he graduated with the class of 1923.
He had been associated with Libby, McNeill and Libby for many years prior to his 
retirement in 1961, and had spent some time with the firm at Asuncion, Paraguay, 
South America. About 30 years ago he married the former Vera MacFarland of 
Clearwater, Fla. She died in May of 1968. Mr. Bonk had been a Florida resident 
since retirement.
Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Amelia B. Allen of Two Rivers and Mrs. Arthur 
(Eva) Salveson of New York City, N.Y., and several nieces and nephews. A brother, 
Leo Bonk preceded him death last February.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 7 to 9 o'clock this Thursday evening 
where memorial services will be at 8 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, November 6, 1969 P. 9


RICHARD W. BONK

TWO RIVERS YOUTHS DIE IN CREASH
Skarvoda, Bonk Accident Victims
Vehicle, Out of Control, Rams Into Tree on Sandy Bay Road
TWO RIVERS-A Washington High School senior and his youthful companion were 
killed instantly early Thursday when their sedan smashed into a tree on the 
Sandy Bay Road, one mile north of here.
The dead were:
Dale M. Skarvoda, 17, of 1901 29th St., Two Rivers, driver of the vehicle.
Richard W. Bonk, 17, of 1008 24th St., Two Rivers, his passenger.
From tire marks at the scene and information received from a motorist traveling 
ahead of the youths, county Traffic Officers William Falvey and Paul Schroeder 
reconstructed the accident as follows:
The 1949 model Skarvoda car, owned by Dale's father, Fred Skarvoda, was traveling 
south on the macadam road at approximately 12:30 a.m.
For some unexplained reason, the car swerved out of control and veered onto the 
shoulder to the left. The car then swung back onto the road and skidded to the 
right shoulder.
Bounced on Shoulder
It bounced along the shoulder, traversed a ditch, crossed a driveway leading to 
the home of Joseph Stefaniak and crashed into the tree, which was about 10 feet 
off the road. Skid marks were visible for about 500 feet.
The right front fender of the auto struck the tree. A swath the width of the stout 
tree was cut though the fender and motor. The roof of the car, just above the 
windshield, was pounded into a semi-circular shape by the force of the crash. 
Glass of the windshield was broken into countless small pieces.
(snip)
Officers Falvey and Schroeder reported the driver of the car ahead of Skarvoda' 
said he was traveling about 45 miles an hour when he noticed the sedan rapidly 
approaching from the rear. When he heard the crash, he stopped, rushed to the 
Stefaniak home and telephoned authorities.
(snip/traffic stats)
Funeral services for the Bonk youth will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Beduhn, 
Deja & Martin Chapel, and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers.
Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Richard was born in Two Rivers in 1934, a son of John and Mabel Hickox Bonk. He 
attended St. Luke Parochial School and was a junior class student at Washington 
High School until February of this year when he withdrew. Since then he had been 
employe of Gerald M. LaFave in the battery salvage enterprises.
Six Sisters
Besides his parents and his paternal grandfather, 92-year-old Frank Bonk Sr., 
Two Rivers, he leaves six sister, Mrs. Joseph Gajdys of Two Rivers, Mrs. Donald 
Kraftchek of Manitowoc, Mrs. Donald Brault of Port Wing, Wis., Mrs. Fred Puls, Mrs. 
Roger Puls, Two Rivers, and Miss Nancy Bonk at home, and three brothers, George of 
Milwaukee, James of Two Rivers and Prof. Wallace Bonk of East Texas State Teachers 
College, Commerce, Tex.
Friends may call at the Beduhn, Deja & Martin Inc., Funeral Home from noon Sunday 
until the hour of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 7:45 
p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 29, 1952 P.1


TEKLA BONK

Pneumonia Causes Death
Mrs. Thecla (sic) Bonk, wife of Joseph Bonk, died at the family home, 1413 
Twenty-second street, at noon today, her demise being due to an attack of 
pneumonia from which she had been suffering for several days. The funeral 
arrangements had not been completed but burial will be at Holy Cross cemetery 
with services at the Sacred Heart Catholic church, the Rev. Malkowski 
officiating.
Born at Manitowoc May 30, 1877 Mrs. Bank (sic) would have been forty-nine at 
her next birthday. She was Miss Plotka and was twice married, her first husband 
Paul Paradowski having died many years ago. May 9, 1904 she was married to 
Joseph Bonk and the family made its home at Two Rivers. Surviving are the husband, 
six children, six grandchildren, three brothers and a sister.
They are Mrs. Harry Orth of Kenosha, Mrs. I. Bialkowski of Newton, Pauline, Esther 
and Margaret at home, Sister Euphronia of Chicago and Edwin at home. The brothers 
are John Plotka of Two Rivers, Michael of Manitowoc and George of Milwaukee and 
the sister is Mrs. John Jagodinsky of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, April 9, 1926 P. 11
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The funeral of Mrs. Joseph Bonk, Sr., will take place Monday morning from the 
Sacred Heart church with burial at the Holy Cross cemetery, Re. Father Malkowski 
officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, April 10, 1926 P. 10


WALLACE JOHN BONK

Dr. Wallace J. Bonk, 56, of Ann Arbor, Mich., former Two Rivers resident, died 
July 18, at Ann Arbor.
Family memorial services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, at Deja and Martin 
Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. The Rev. Richard Bidwell will officiate.
Dr. Bonk was born March 13, 1923, at Two Rivers, son of the late John P. and Mabel 
Hickox Bonk. He attended parochial schools and was graduated from Washington High 
School, Two Rivers, with the Class of 1941. During his youth, he resided with an 
uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Mertens of Two Rivers. Since 1964, Dr. Bonk had 
been professor of Library Science at University of Michigan.
Survivors include his wife, the former Joyce Johnson, a brother, George of 
Milwaukee and six sisters, Mrs. Fred (Mildred) Greco of Sanbora, Mass., Mrs. 
Elizabeth Kraftcheck of Manitwooc (sic), Mrs. Frederick (Frances) Puls and Mrs. 
Roger (Carol) Puls of Two Rivers, Mrs. Donald (Shirley) Brault of Mount Horeb, 
Wis., and Mrs. Leonard (Nance) Rybarczyk of Catlin, Ill.
Memorials may be made to Wallace J. Bonk memorial fund, School of Library Science, 
University of Michigan at Ann Arbor.
Herald Times Reporter, August 7, 1979 P. 3
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[City record has bur. May 29, 1980]


FRANK BONN

Frank Bonn, 68, retired contractor and house mover at Two Rivers,
died last Thursday and was buried Monday morning. Survivors are the
widow, a daughter, two sons and three sisters.
Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Friday, February 5, 1937  p.7
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Frank Bonn of this city had a narrow escape from instant death last Friday. He was at 
work on the artesian well tower that is being erected near the brewery of Mueller Brothers 
and was about 60 feet above the ground when a board upon which he was standing broke 
and he fell about 22 feet, landing upon a scaffold to which he clung. He was considerably 
bruised by the fall but was not seriously injured otherwise, though the accident will lay him 
up for a few days. Had he not struck the scaffold in his fall, the accident would undoubtedly 
have proved fatal.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., June 13, 1899   


GERTRUDE BONN

Miss Gertrude Bonn, 74, of 1812 Adams St., Two Rivers, died late Sunday morning, 
Feb. 24, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Miss Bonn was born Oct. 25, 1905, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Frank and 
Wilhelmina Steinhauer Bonn. She attended St. Luke Parochial School, Washignton 
High School and St. Mary School of Nursing, Milwaukee. She worked as a registered 
nurse in Two Rivers, and later in Chicago, retiring nine years ago.
Surviving is a brother, John of Two Rivers.
Deja and Martin Funeral Home, Two Rivers is in charge of arrangements. There will 
be no visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, February 25, 1980 P.3
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(25 Oct 1905/Feb 1980/SSDI)


JOHN C. BONN

John C. Bonn, 78, of 1812 Adams Street, Two Rivers, died Thursday morning, 
March 16, 1989 at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 
1:30 pm Monday at St. Luke Catholic church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will 
officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bonn was born May 11, 1910 at Two Rivers, son of the late Frank and Amelia 
Steinhauer Bonn. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and Washington High 
School. Mr. Bonn was a Supervisor at Mirro Aluminum Co., for 30 years. He 
married the former Eva Leroux on August 17, 1936 at Two Rivers.
Survivors include his wife, Eva; three sons, Robert of Seattle, Washington, 
Richard of Two Rivers, William of Sister Bay, Wisconsin. There will be no 
visitation at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Mar. 17, 1989 page B8
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(11 May 1910/16 Mar 1989/SSDI)


MINNIE BONN

Mrs. Frank Bonn, 75, nee Wilhelmina Steinhauer of Two Rivers died 
Thursday afternoon at the Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at the St. Lukes church 
in Two Rivers. The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc. 
funeral home, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. Saturday. The rosary will be 
recited at 7:45 Sunday evening.
She was born on a farm in the town of Two Rivers in 1871 and in 1899 
was married to Frank Bonn, Two Rivers, building contractor. Mr. Bonn 
died in 1937. 
She is survived by two sons, John of Two Rivers and Frank Jr., of 
Milwaukee, and one daughter, Mrs. Gertrude Bonn of Two Rivers. There 
are two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 10, 1946 P.2


DANIEL BOPRAY

Find Elderly Man Dead in Filled Bathtub
TWO RIVERS-Discouraged by failing health, Daniel Beaupre (sic) 79, a retired 
carpenter, ended his life by drowning in the bathtub at the home Friday 
morning.
Dr. Theodore Teitgen, Manitowoc County coroner, who was summoned, said Mrs. 
Beaupre was working in the basement when she heard water running in the bathroom. 
She found her husband's body in the nearly filled tub partly clothed. The coroner 
who ruled death was suicide said there would be no inquest.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church. Burial will be in Holy 
Cross cemetery.
He was born in DePere in 1875, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Beaupre. He 
married Miss Louise Lesperance in Coleman in 1900 and they resided there for 13 
years where Beaupre operated a tavern. Locating in Two Rivers in 1913, he was 
employed for 27 years as a carpenter at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He retired 
two years ago.
The Beaupres observed their golden wedding in 1950.
Surviving are his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Ervin LeCoque of Manitowoc; a son, 
Clifford, of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Louis Amore of Oconto, Mrs. Joseph 
Vanderbloemen of Two Rivers and Mrs. George Hazen of Green Bay; four brothers, 
Amos of Green Bay, William of Kenosha,, Edward of Waukegan and Alfred of Two 
Rivers; seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 p.m. Sunday until the time of services. 
The Rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 7:45 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 1, 1954  P.2


LOUISE BOPRAY

Mrs. Louise Bopray, 70, formerly of 1306-20th St., Two Rivers, who for the 
past three years resided with a sister, Mrs. E.L. Weber, of 1222 S. 7th St., 
Manitowoc, died Wednesday night at Holy Family Hospital, Manitwoc, where she 
was a patient for the past three weeks.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. H.J. Schmitz officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mrs. Bopray, nee Louise Lesperance, was born March 3, 1883, at Coleman, Wis., 
daughter of the late John and Emma Pecha Lesperance. She was married Oct. 9, 
1900, to Daniel Bopray at Coleman, where they resided for 13 years, coming to 
Two Rivers in 1913. Mr. Bopray died at Two Rivers in 1954.
Surviving Mrs. Bopray are a daughter, Mrs. Ervin LeCoque of Manitowoc; five 
other sisters, Mrs. Peter Gilbert of Two Rivers, Mrs. Emily Neubert of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Josephine Bunker of Green Bay, Mrs. Rose Wolf of Coleman and Mrs. Clara 
Lindstrum of Milwaukee; two brothers, Wilbert of Two Rivers and Simon of 
Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. A daughter, Mrs. Ida 
Radzinski, of Two Rivers preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, December 10, 1959 P. 25


PEARL BORDEN

Miss Pearl Borden, 42, of 1619-19th street, Two Rivers, died this morning at 
the Two Rivers municipal hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Sacred Heart church, 
Two Rivers, with burial in Holy Cross cemetery there.
Miss Borden was born in Spaulding, Mich., in 1906 and later moved to Escanaba. 
She had been residing with her mother, Mrs. Anna Gunville in Two Rivets since 
1942.
Surviving are her mother; three brothers, Chief Warrant Officer Cyril Boden in 
South America and Oliver and Chester Borden both in Escanaba; and two sisters, 
Mrs. Earl Verheyen of Manitowoc and Mrs. Joseph Hirn of Escanaba. 
(Line underinked)…Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home in Two Rivers, where 
the rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 15, 1949  P.19 


JANET F. JUCHNIEWICH BORISCH

Mrs. Janet F. Borisch, 64, of 2122-41st St., Two Rivers, died Thursday morning, 
Feb. 17, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate and burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Borisch, nee Janet Fanslau, was born April 6, 1918, at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late Arthur and Mathilda Jaecks Fanslau. She was married to Stanley 
Juchniewich July 2, 1936, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death May 22, 1961. 
She was married to Ray Borisch March of 1973. He preceded her in death Jan. 24, 
1976. She had been employed with Mirro Corporation many years and was a member 
of Two Rivers Senior Citizens.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, James and Mary Juchniewich of Two 
Rivers; a brother, Donald Fanslau of Sheboygan Falls; two sisters, Mrs. Rose 
Raeck of Seattle, Wash., and Mrs. Betty Van Lanen of Sheboygan and four grand-
children, Bruce, Brad, Brian and Brenda. Two brothers, Albert and Harold preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. 
Friday. A memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, February 17, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. 02-19-1983/age 64 yrs.]


LAWRENCE BORNEMANN

Funeral services for Lawrence H. Bornemann, 55, of 1028-33rd St., 
Two Rivers, who died unexpectedly at home Monday morning, will be 
at 2 p.m. Thursday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery.
Mr. Bornemann was born Aug. 17, 1915, at Forest Junction, Calumet 
County, son of the late Herman and Mrs. Elizabeth Murray Bornemann. 
He was graduated from Peshtigo High School with the Class of 1935. 
He was engaged in cheesemaking for many years, serving at Tish Mills, 
Cato and Whitelaw. Twenty years ago he came to Two Rivers where he 
was a self-employed painter. For the past four years he was a member 
of the custodial staff at Washington High School. He married Marcella 
Ebenhoe July 1, 1939, at Dubuque, Iowa.
Besides his wife and mother of Manitowoc, he leaves four daughters 
and five sons (Survivors omitted for privacy.); a brother, Clarence 
of Marinette and seven grandchildren. His father preceded him in death 
two months ago.
Friends may call from 3 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral chapels.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 8, 1972


MARCELLA BORNEMANN

Marcella M. Bornemann, 93, Green Bay, found peace while surrounded by her 
children Saturday evening, September 8, 2012, at a Green Bay hospital. Born 
on May 9, 1919, in Brillion, she is the daughter of the late Wenzel and Agnes 
(Kocourek) Ebenhoe. Marcella is a graduate of Brillion High School, class of 
1937. She married Lawrence "Larry" Bornemann on July 1, 1939. In their early 
years together, they were cheese makers throughout eastern Wisconsin. Larry 
preceded her in death on February 7, 1972. Marcella enjoyed her many years 
of service at Rollie's Southside Market in Two Rivers until her retirement. 
Since 1986, she has made her home in Green Bay. Marcella enjoyed sewing, 
embroidering, quilting and selling her items at craft shows with her daughters. 
She will be remembered for her devotion to the Catholic faith, love for her 
family, and especially the many family gatherings.
Marcella is survived by eight children and their spouses; one daughter-in-law; 
one sister (private); 19 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, six great-great-
grandchildrn, many nieces and nephews, and a special nephew (private).
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one son, 
Edward L. Bornemann; a son-in-law, Robert DeKeyser; six brothers, one sister 
and brother-in-law, and five sisters-in-law.
Visitation at Malcore (East) Funeral Home, University Avenue at Baird Street, 
Green Bay, Wednesday from 4-8 pm. Parish wake service 7 pm Wednesday at the 
funeral home with Deacon Jim Gauthier, Marcella's son-in-law, officiating. 
Visitation will continue Thursday at the funeral home from 9 am until the 
funeral. Funeral mass 10 am Thursday at Saints Peter and Paul Church with 
Rev. Anthony V. Cirignani, OFM officiating. Burial in Holy Cross/Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. Vist www.malcorefuneralhome.com to send an online 
condolence to the family.
Marcell's family extends a special thank you to Dr. (private) and the nursing 
staff of the 9th Floor at St. Vincent Hospital.
When our loved ones become a memory, our memories become a treasure. 
We love you, Mom!


ANTHONY BORUSKY

Anthony L. Borusky, age 82, formerly of Two Rivers, a resident at the Shady Lane 
Home, Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening October 26, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Private Family Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, October 29, 
1994, at the Klein and Stangel Fueneral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the 
service will be the Rev. Roman Zberanski O.F.M. with burial to follow at the Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born February 23, 1912, in Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph and Rose Ann 
Tadych Borusky. He served as a veteran of the United States Air Force during World 
War II with the rank of Major. He then married the former Mary Jane Richardson on 
October 20, 1945, in Washington, D.C. Mr. Borusky was employed at Cool City Cleaners 
until his retirement.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Jane Borusky, Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-
law, Mary Jane and Rex Bowen, Milwaukee, Ellen and Steven Haverl, Denver, Colo.; one 
son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Deborah Borusky, Tustin, Calif.; two grandsons, 
Anthony and Christopher Bowen; one sister and brother-in-law, Angeline and Theodore 
Enz, Appleton; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded 
in death by one brother, Msgr. Syvlester Borusky.
Herald Times Reporter, October 28, 1994  P. A2


FRANK A. BORUSKY

Frank A. Borusky, 82, of 1416-23rd St., Two Rivers, retired longtime Eggers 
Plywood Co. employe, died Sunday noon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where 
he 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 Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the 
Rev. James Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Borusky was born March 24, 1886, in the Town of Two Rivers, a son of the 
late Anton and Mathilda Drobkiewicz Borusky. He married the former Veronica 
Wyszynski at Sacred Heart church June 26, 1912. For 40 years until his retire-
ment 14 years ago, he was an employe of the Eggers firm at Two Rivers. He was 
a member of Sacred Heart Holy name Society.
Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Miss Marion, at home, and a sister, 
Mrs. Anna Ruminski, of Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where memorial 
services will be at 7:30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 18, 1968  P.14
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(24 Mar 1886/Nov 1968/SSDI)


JOSEPH J. BORUSKY

Joseph J. Borusky, 55, sales manager for the Untied Liquor company of this city, 
died at his home at Two Rivers shortly before 8 p.m. Saturday. He had been in 
poor health for nearly a year. 
Mr. Borusky conducted a grocery store at Two Rivers for 25 years with his brother, 
Paul. In 1934 he became an inspector for the state beverage tax division and in 
1937 accepted a position with the United Liquor company which he held at the time 
of his death.
Mr. Borusky was born on a farm on the outskirts of Two Rivers Oct. 22, 1883. He 
attended Two Rivers schools and in 1907 established a grocery store with his 
brother. He married Miss Rose Tadych, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Tadych, 
May 10, 1911. She survives with two sons, Anthony and Sylvester, both at home; 
one daughter, Angeline, at home; two sisters, Mrs. Joseph Smongeski and Mrs. John 
Ruinski, both of Two Rivers; two brothers, Paul and Frank, both of this city; and 
two stepbrothers, John and Anton Stephany, both of Chicago.
Mr. Borusky was a member of the board of trustees of Sacred Heart Catholic church, 
Two Rivers, for many years and was secretary of the congregation for the last five 
years.
The body may be viewed at the residence on 19th street in Two Rivers. Funeral 
services will be held Wednesday morning at 8:30 o'clock from the residence and 
at 9 o'clock at Sacred Heart church with burial in Holy Cross cemetery. The rosary 
will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:30. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 14, 1939  P.2
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Joseph Borusky and Miss Josephine Tadych(sic), well known Two Rivers young people 
were married in that city Wednesday and departed from this city for a honeymoon 
trip to Chicago and other points for ten days. Mr. Borusky is a member of the firm 
of Borusky Bros., grocers at Two Rivers and one of the city's prominent young 
businessmen. His bride is a daughter of John Tadych and a bright and clever girl. 
A host of friends are happy to tender congratulations.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 11, 1911 page 2


LEONA BORUSKY

Mrs. Paul Borusky, 43, of 1620 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Sunday afternoon. She had been stricken Saturday 
morning with a cerebral hemorrhage at her home. Funeral services will be at 
9:30 am Wednesday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10 am 
with a solemn requiem high Mass at Sacred heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Borusky, nee Leona Scheer, was born April 19, 1917 at Milwaukee, a daughter 
of Henry and Lottie Kotarak Scheer. When she was five years old the family brought 
her to Two Rivers where she attended the Two Rivers public schools and was 
graduated from Washington High School there with the class of 1936. After her 
graduation she became a saleslady at the Schroeder Dept. Store where she was 
employed until her marriage to Paul Borusky in Two Rivers, May 26, 1946. On a 
part time basis she was employed after her marriage at the Goeler Store in Two 
Rivers. She was a member of the Rosary Society of Sacred Heart Church and the 
Catholic Women's Club.
Besides her husband and parents she leaves three sisters, Mrs. Godan Gill, Mrs. 
Frank Darbant and Mrs. Norbert Kohlbeck of Manitowoc; three brothers, Clarence, 
Leonard and Harlan of Two Rivers and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 pm Tuesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Oct. 17, 1960 page T3
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MARRIAGE LICENSES… Paul F. Borusky, Two Rivers, and Leona Scheer, Two Rivers. 
They will marry on May 25.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 13, 1946  P. 18 
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Name Leona Borusky
Event Type Death
Event Date 16 Oct 1960
Event Place Twri, , Wisconsin
Residence Place , Wisconsin
Gender Female
Age 43
"Wisconsin Death Index, 1959-1997" 


MARIAN BORUSKY	

Marian Borusky, age 89, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died on Monday, 
March 31, 2003 at the home. Complete funeral arrangements will be announced by 
the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers, on Friday, 
April 4, 2003.
Herald Times Reporter, April 200
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Marian Borusky, age 89, a long time resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died 
Monday evening, March 31, 2003 at the home. Funeral services will be held at 
10 am on Monday, April 7, 2003 at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish - Sacred Heart 
Site, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. 
William O'Brien with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Marian was born on Sept. 19, 1913 in Two Rivers, the daughter of the late Frank A. 
and Veronica Wyszynski Borusky. Marian was employed at Hamilton Industries for 
several years prior to her retirement.  Surviving are several cousins including 
Marion (Milton) Allie, Two Rivers; Edna Grall, Ruth Stephani and Robert Wyzinski, 
all of Manitowoc.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 9 am until the time of Mass at 
10 am on Monday, April 7, 2003 at St. peter the Fisherman Parish, Sacred Heart Site, 
Two Rivers. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center is assisting 
the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 4, 2003


MARY JANE BORUSKY

Mary Jane Borusky, age 71, formerly of Two Rivers, died Friday, March 8, 1996, 
at Park View Care Center, Denver, Colo., after a long battle with cancer.
Services for Mary Jane are being arranged for a later date which will be announced 
in this paper at that time.
Mary Jane was born January 26, 1925, in Salisbury, Md., daughter of the late Howard 
and Mary Richardson. She married the late Anthony Borusky, October 20, 1945, in 
Washington D.C. She was an employee of the General Telephone Company for 19 
years.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Debra Borusky, Tustin, 
Calif.; her daughter, son-in-law, and two grandsons, Mary Jane, Rex and Anthony 
and Christopher Bowen, Milwaukee; her daughter and son-in-law, Ellen and Stephen 
Harverl, Denver, Colo.; one brother and sister-in-law, Tom and Pat Richardson, 
Atlanta, Ga.
Memorials may be made to the Community Hospice, 1401 17th St. #700, Denver, Colo. 
80202 in Mary Jane's memory.
Herald Times Reporter, March 10, 1996 P. A2


PAUL BORUSKY

Paul F. (Puffy) Borusky, age 79, of 2730-35th St., Two Rivers, died 
Sunday, June 26, 1994, at his residence.
Funeral Services will be 9:30 a.m. Thursday, June 30, 1994, from the 
Klein and Stangel Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate at the Mass 
of Christian Burial with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
He was born April 24, 1915, in Two Rivers, son of the late Paul and 
Joanna Budnik Borusky. He married Leona Scheer, May 26, 1946, in Two 
Rivers. She preceded him in death October 16, 1960. He then married 
Katherine Knope, December 19, 1964, in Two Rivers. He served in the 
United States Army, in the South Pacific, during World War II. He was 
later employed at Metal Ware Corporation and retired from Mirro 
Corporation, in 1980. Prior to World War II, he played football with 
the Two Rivers Ramblers. He was a member of the Senior Citizens.
Survivors include a son, Mark Borusky, Florida; two sisters and one 
brother-in-law, Evelyn and Willard Sauve, Two Rivers, Melanie Henrickson, 
Two Rivers; two grandchildren. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends also survive. He was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph 
Borusky.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday. A prayer service will be held 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Herald Times Reporter, June 28, 1994 P. A2
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(24 Apr 1915/26 Jun 1994/SSDI)


ROSE A. BORUSKY

Mrs. Rose Borusky, 84, of 1504-19th St., Two Rivers, widow of Joseph 
Borusky, longtime Two Rivers grocer and civic leader, died unexpectedly 
at the home Wednesday afternoon.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers, with a concelebrated Mass, in which principals will 
be the Rev. S.A. Borusky, a son, of Green Bay; Bishop Mark Schmitt and 
the Rev. James Stamborski, church pastor. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Borusky, nee Rose Tadych, was born April 27, 1888, at Sheboygan, a 
daughter of the late John J. and Julia Shikowski Tadych. When she was a 
child the family brought her to Two Rivers. Her father, a city official 
and businessman, built the Empire Block on Washington Street during World 
War I. She was married at Sacred Heart Church to Joseph Borusky May 10, 
1911. He preceded her in death Aug. 12, 1939. She was a member of Sacred 
Heart Altar Society.
Surviving are another son Anthony, of Two Rivers, a daughter, Mrs. Theodore 
(Angeline)Fnz of Appleton, and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
2 p.m. Friday where memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. April 26, 1973
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[Rose Ann Borusky]
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Joseph Borusky and Miss Josephine Tadych(sic), well known Two Rivers young people 
were married in that city Wednesday and departed from this city for a honeymoon 
trip to Chicago and other points for ten days. Mr. Borusky is a member of the firm 
of Borusky Bros., grocers at Two Rivers and one of the city's prominent young 
businessmen. His bride is a daughter of John Tadych and a bright and clever girl. 
A host of friends are happy to tender congratulations.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 11, 1911 page 2


MSGR. SYLVESTER A. BORUSKY

Msgr. Sylvester A. Borusky, 66, of 11009 Pine Rd., Two Rivers, died Saturday 
morning, August 28, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Appleton.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. Bishop Aloysius Wycislo will be the celebrant and Rev. Richard Kleiber 
and Rev. Joel Garner will be concelebrants. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Msgr. Borusky was born March 22, 1916, at Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph and 
Rose Ann Tadych Borusky. He attended Washington Public High School, Two Rivers. 
He graduated from St. Norbert College, DePere. Msgr. Borusky took business college 
training at Milwaukee and Manitowoc and was employed in the banking profession 
prior to his World War II military service. He began preparation for the priesthood 
at St. Paul, Minn., after his return from military service. He was ordained by 
Bishop Bona at the cathedral in Green Bay, June 7, 1952. Msgr. Borusky was assistant 
of St. Philip Parish, Green Bay, June, 1952. He was director of the Associated 
Discesan Societies since Feb. 29, 1956. Msgr. Borusky added to the facilities of 
Holy Name Retreat House of Chambers Island by guiding the construction of a new 
chapel in 1957 and a 53 room addition in 1960. In September, 1964 he was named 
Founding Pastor of St. Aloysius Parish, Kaukauna. In October, 1971 he was named 
pastor of SS. Edward and Isadore Prish, Flintville. In April, 1972 he was appointed 
pastor of St. Bernard Parish, Green Bay. He resigned as pastor in June of 1979 and 
was named Co-pastor of St. Mary Church, Algoma. Msgr. Borusky served as administrator 
of St. Hedwig Parish, East Krok from June 1981 and resigned for reason of health 
December, 1981. He also served as Dioceasan Consultor and most recently as chaplain 
of the Diaconate Program for the Diocese. He was elevated to the rank of Monsignor 
by the Holy Father in September, 1975. Msgr. Borusky was an honorary life fourth 
degree member of the Knights of Columbus.
Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law, Anthony and Mary Jane Borusky of Two 
Rivers; a sister and brother-in-law, Mrs. Theodore (Angeline) Enz of Appleton; a 
nephew, Tom Borusky and three nieces, Ellen and Mary Jane Borusky and Judy Krueger.
Friends may call at Sacred Heart Church, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. Monday. Memorial 
service 8 p.m. Monday.
Herald Times Reporter, August 29, 1982 p.3


VERONICA C. BORUSKY

Mrs. Veronica Borusky, 80, of 1416-23rd St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Sunday night.
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 Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the 
Rev. James Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Borusky, nee Vronica Wyszynski, was born at Two Rivers Jan. 27, 1889, 
a daughter of the late Wenzel and Bertha Krueger Wyszynski. She was married 
Jan. 26, 1912, to Frank Borusky at Sacred Heart Church. He died Nov. 17, 1968. 
Survivors include a daughter, Marian at home; two sisters, Mrs. Clara 
Ruthmansdorfer of Two Rivers, and Miss Kathryn Wyszynski of Connecticut, and 
three brothers, Nicholas of Two Rivers, Henry of Niagara and George Wyszynski 
of Manitowoc. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday where memorial 
services will be at 7:30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 21, 1969  P.9 


BERNADETTE BOULANGER

Bernadette (Bernie) Boulanger, age 69, a Manitowoc Health Care resident, died 
unexpectedly Thursday, January 6, 2000, at Holiday House, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, January 10, 2000, at the Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Deacon 
Ken Coenen with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born January 11, 1930, in Two Rivers, Wis., daughter of the late Henry 
and Helen DeBroux Boulanger. Bernie loved crafts and spent many hours 
embroidering.
Survivors include one sister-in-law, Vivian Boulanger, Two Rivers; one niece, 
Pat Thiel and her husband, Ronald, Two Rivers, and their family, Dr. Jason Thiel, 
Two Rivers, Dana Kortens, Manitowoc; other relatives and many friends at the 
Holiday House and Health Care Center also survive. She was preceded in death by 
one brother, Jerome and three infant brothers.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 11:30 a.m. Monday at the Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home, until the time of service at 1 p.m. There will be no 
Sunday evening visitation.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Saturday, January 8, 2000
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(11 Jan 1930/06 Jan 2000/SSDI)


DONALD GEORGE BOULANGER

Donald, six-year-old son of Camille and Mary Lesperance Boulanger of 3823 
Tannery Rd., Two Rivers, a first grade student at the J.D. Magee Elementary 
School, Two Rivers, died early Tuesday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital 
after a nearly three-week illness.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, the 
Rev. John K. Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Besides the parents he leaves three sisters, Susan, Mary and Jean, and a brother, 
Allen, at home; the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Lesperance, of 
Coleman and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Camille Boulanger, of Green 
Bay.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Two Rivers Reporter, December 10, 1963 P. T-3


HELEN BOULANGER

Helen Boulanger, 88, of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, died Friday morning, 
December 16, 1988, at the Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be 7 p.m. Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Rev. Greg Smith will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mrs. Boulanger was born January 24, 1900, at Wausaukee, Wisconsin, daughter of 
the late Leon and Adele VanDerville DeBroux. She married Henry Boulanger on 
August 23, 1921, at Wausaukee. He preceded her in death on November 22, 1962.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Jerome and Vivian Boulanger of Two 
Rivers; a daughter, Bernadette Boulanger of Manitowoc; a granddaughter and her 
husband, Pat and Ronald Thiel of Two Rivers; two great grandchildren, Jason and 
Dayna; and a sister-in-law, Mary DeBroux of Two Rivers. She was preceded in 
death by three brothers and five sisters.
Friends may call at St. Luke Church, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday. There will be no 
visitation at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, December 17, 1988 P. B8
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(24 Jan 1900/16 Dec 1988/SSDI)


HENRY BOULANGER

Henry Boulanger, 66, of 1122-23rd St., Two Rivers, a retired longtime 
employe of the Mirro Aluminum Co., Plant No. 1, Two Rivers, died late 
Thursday night at Maple Crest Sanatorium, Whitelaw, where he had been 
a patient only a day.
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, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. H.J. Schimtz officiating. Burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Boulanger was born May 26, 1896 at Red River, Wis., a son of the 
late John adn Emerence Hermans Boulanger. In 1920 he came to Two Rivers 
and for 36 years until his retirement in June of 1961 he was an employe 
of the Mirro firm. He was a member of the Mirro 25-year-Club and St. 
Luke Holy Name Society.
Besides his wife the former Helen DeBroux, whom he married at Wausaukee, 
Wis. Aug. 23, 1921, he leaves a daughter (private); a son (private); 
two sisters, Mrs. Uland Bial, of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Frances Goodreau, 
of Two Rivers; three brothers, William of Two Rivers, Edward of Milwaukee, 
and Charles of Manitowoc, and one granddaughter.
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, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, November 23, 1962 P. 9
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TWO RIVERS MAN MARRIED TODAY AT SAUK CITY
Miss Helen DeBroux of Sauk City and Henry Boulanger of Two Rivers 
were married today at the home of the bride's parents at Sauk City 
the Rev. Reuhl officiating at the ceremony.
A wedding reception and dinner were given in honor of the occasion. 
The bridal pair will leave this evening on a honeymoon trip to 
points in Southern Wisconsin and upon their return will make their 
home at Two Rivers where the bridegroom is employed as a truck driver.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, August 23, 1921 P.1


JEROME H. BOULANGER

Jerome H. Boulanger, dearly beloved husband, father, grandfather, is finally at 
peace after 7 years of battling heart disease, age 68, of 1108 27th St., Two 
Rivers, died Thursday at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services 
will be 6 pm Monday, December 3, at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The 
Rev. James Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
He was born in Two Rivers on August 20, 1922 of the late Henry and Helen DeBroux 
Boulanger. He served in the 101st Airbourne Division in World War II. He married 
Vivian Lane on May 18, 1943 at St. Luke's Church, Two Rivers. He worked at 
Hamilton Industries for 44 years, retiring in 1983.
Survivors include his wife, Vivian; one daughter and son-in-law, Pat and Ron Thiel 
of Two Rivers, two grandchildren, Jason and Dana; one sister, Bernadette Boulanger 
of Manitowoc. He was preceded in death by five brothers.
Friends may call at St. Luke's Church from 4-6 pm Monday. There will be no visitation 
at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers.  He will be sadly missed by his 
family and friends.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Nov. 30, 1990 page B10


JOHN BOULANGER JR	    (d. 1923)

John Boulanger Dies
John Boulanger, a laborer employed by the Aluminum Goods Co. died at 
his home on the East Side yesterday, a victim of Typhoid-pneumonia. 
He is survived by his parents Mr. and Mrs. John Boulanger and by one 
brother, Charles, who is a patient at the hospital at Manitowoc, having 
undergone an operation for appendicitic (sic) Tuesday. Mr. Boulanger 
was unmarried.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, April 26, 1923 P. 12
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Another policy for $700 on the life of John Boulanger employed at Plant 
No. 1 Two Rivers, and whose death occurred April 24, has also been paid 
the money going to Mrs. Mary Boulanger, mother of the decedent.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, May 7, 1923 P. 1


JOHN J. BOULANGER    (d. 1954)

John J. Boulanger, 83, a former resident of Two Rivers who had been residing 
at St. Mary Home for the Aged at Manitowoc for the past four years, died 
shortly before noon Friday at the Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo officiating. 
Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Boulanger was born at Red River, Kewaunee County, in 1870, a son of the 
late Henry and Desiree Looze Boulanger. In 1895 he married the former Mary 
Emerance at Tonet, Kewaunee County, who died in 1931. After the marriage the 
family lived at Gladstone, Mich., coming to Two Rivers in 1920. 
Surviving Mr. Boulanger are two daughters, Mrs. Francis Goudreau of Two Rivers 
and Mrs. Uhlond Baiel of Manitowoc; four sons, Henry of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, 
William of Two Rivers, Charles of Manitowoc and Edward Boulanger of Milwaukee; 
two brothers, Jule and Peter Boulanger of Casco, and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 
10 a.m. Sunday until the time of services. The Rosary will be recited at the 
funeral home at 7:45 p.m. Sunday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 13, 1954  P.17 


M. EMERANCE BOULANGER

EAST SIDE RESIDENT PASSES AWAY 
Mrs. Benjamin Boulanger, 58, east side resident died this morning at the home, 
2011 Garfield street. Burial will be from St. Lukes church Tuesday morning with 
interment at Holy Cross cemetery.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Mary Hermas was born in Kewaunee county in 
1873 and her mother, Mrs. John Hemans, still survives there. She was married in 
1895 to Benjamin Boulanger and after residing in Kewaunee and points in upper 
Michigan came to Two Rivers eleven years ago.
Besides her husband and mother she leaves two daughters, Mrs. Frances Godreau, 
and Miss Laura Boulanger, both at home, and four sons, Edward and Charles at home, 
and William and Henry Boulanger, also of this city. She is also survived by a 
sister, Mrs. Joseph DeBroux, of Dykesville, Kewaunee county,and four brothers, 
Eugene at Little Suamico, Desire, Jule and George at Luxemburg and Anton Hermans 
of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 3,1 1931  P.14 
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[Mary Emerance Boulanger]


MAE BOULANGER

Mrs. William Boulanger, 73, of 1913 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday 
morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Earl 
Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Boulanger, nee Mae DeBroux, was born at Wausaukee, May 3, 1898, daughter 
of the late Leon and Adell Vandervelt DeBroux. She was married Nov. 30, 1920, 
at Wausaukee to William Boulanger. After their marriage the couple moved to 
Two Rivers. She was a member of Ladies of St. Luke and the Third Order of St. 
Francis of Milwaukee.
Besides her husband she leaves two daughters, a son, three sisters, Mrs. Henry 
Boulanger of Two Rivers, Mrs. Joseph Bastian of Marinette and Mrs. Jack Ungerecht 
of Pasco, Wash., and four grandchildren. (Survivors edited for privacy)
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday where memorial 
services will be at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 18, 1971


MARTIN BOULANGER

Funeral services for Martin Joseph, four-day old son of Mr. and Mrs. Jerome 
Boulanger of 2820 36th St., Two Rivers, who died at the Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital Sunday noon, were held at 3:30 pm. Monday at the Klein & Stangel, 
Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. John K. Mueller officiating. 
Interment was in Holy Cross cemetery.
Martin Joseph was born on June 13 at the Two Rivers hospital.
Besides his parents he leaves a sister, Patricia, his maternal grandparents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lane, of Sheboygan and his paternal grandparents, Mr. and 
Mrs. Henry Boulanger, of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 18, 1956  P.13


VIVIAN J. BOULANGER

Vivian J. Boulanger, age 84, of 1108 27th St., Two Rivers, died Thursday 
afternoon, Oct. 16, 2008, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Vivian was born in Sheboygan on Feb. 3, 1924, daughter of the late Harry 
and Mamie (Kornik) Lane. On May 18, 1943, she married Jerome H. Boulanger 
at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on 
Nov. 29, 1990. Vivian was the manager of the clothing department at 
Schroeder's Department Store, Two Rivers, until her retirement. She also 
volunteered at St. Vincent de Paul, Two Rivers. Vivian enjoyed crafts, 
crocheting, flowers, gardening and trips to Door County.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law: Pat and Ron Thiel, Weyauwega; 
two grandchildren: (private); three sisters: Delores Hoffman, Sheboygan, 
Irene Gensch, Sheboygan, 
and Jennett Reidy, Massachusetts; one sister-in-law: Jenny Lane, Sheboygan; 
and her special friend: "Toby." Nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends 
also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband: Jerome; her brother: 
Ray Lane; and her special friend: Joseph "Butch" Swoboda.
The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning, Oct. 21, 
2008, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Burial will 
follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday morning, Oct. 21, 2008, 
at church, St. Peter the Fisherman, from 8:30 until 10:15 a.m.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center is assisting 
Vivian's family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 18, 2008


WILLIAM J. BOULANGER

William Boulanger, 82, of 1913 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning, 
Sept. 2, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Luke Cathlolic Church, Two 
Rivers. 
Mr. Boulanger was born June 7, 1898, at Gladstone, Mich., son of the late John 
and Emerance Hermans Boulanger. He married Mae DeBroux Nov. 30, 1920, at 
Wausaukee and came to Two Rivers following their marriage. He was a retired 
employee of Hamilton Manufacturing Company. His wife preceded him in death 
May 18, 1971.
Survivors include a son, Bernard of Two Rivers; two daughters, Mrs. Leonard 
(Ursula) Sayeski of Two Rivers and Mrs. Samuel (Bernetta) Wilson of Kansas City, 
Mo.; a sister, Mrs. Laura Baiel of Manitowoc, four grandchildren and four great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 
p.m. Wednesday, where a memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, September 2, 1980 P.3
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(07 Jun 1898/Sep 1980/SSDI)


EMMA M. BOURGEOIS

Mrs. Emma Bourgeois, 87, formerly of 2505 Lincoln Ave., Two Rivers, died Friday 
noon in Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday 
in Deja & Martin Funeral Chapel and 10 a.m. in St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Robert Ryner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Bourgeois, nee Emma Bourgeois, was born December 11, 1890 in Coleman, 
daughter of the late Napoleon and Sarah Belonger Bourgeois. She was married to 
Ulric Bourgeois July 17, 1916 in Chicago. Following the death of her husband in 
1929 she moved to Two Rivers to reside.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, John and Ruth Ahearn of Two Rivers; 
seven grandchildren, Mrs. Richard (Barbara) Duvalle of Two Rivers, Mrs. Margaret 
Pupeter, Mrs. Robert (Linda) Malgatter and Debbie Ahearn of Milwaukee and Jack 
and Michael Ahearn of Green Bay and three great grandchildren.
Two sons and a daughter preceded her in death.  Friends may call in Deja & Martin 
Funeral Chapels, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday where a memorial service will be at 7 
p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Saturday, Feb. 11, 1978 - page 3
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(11 Dec 1890/Feb 1978/SSDI)


G. MARSHALL BOURGEOIS

In ill health the past five years, George M. Bourgeois, 27, died at his home, 
1709 18th street, Two Rivers, early Saturday morning.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Luke's Catholic church. 
Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born in Chicago in 1923, a son of Uh??ich and Emma Bourgeois. After the 
death of his father in Chicago, he was brought to Two Rivers by the family when 
he was five years old. He attended St. Luke's parochial school.
Surviving are his mother, two sisters, Mrs. George Beitzel and Mrs. John Ahearn, 
both of Two Rivers, and his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Georgianna Bourgeois, 
Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the Beduhn funeral home, Two Rivers, from 2 p.m. Monday 
until hour of service. The rosary will be sung at the funeral home at 7:45 p.m. 
Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 26, 1951 P. 2
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[George Marshall Bourgeois]


IRENE BOURGEOIS

Mrs. Irene Bourgeois, of 2602 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
Wednesday morning.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Deja & Martin Funeral 
Chapels and 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert 
Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Bourgeois, nee Irene Vaudreuil, was born April 24, 1898, at Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late Francis and Diane Langlois Vaudreuil. She was married 
to Joseph Bourgeois Sept. 5, 1916. He preceded her in death in 1949. She was 
a member of St. Luke Ladies Altar Society, Senior Citizens and was vice 
president of the Ladies Circle of The Village Green Building Group.
Survivors include a son, James Joseph, of Eugene, Ore.; two daughters, Mrs. 
Richard (Elaine) Strew, of Green Bay, and Mrs. Charles (Priscilla), Geraghty, 
of Lake Bluff, Ill.; two brothers, Leo, of Kenosha, and Randall, of Two Rivers; 
a sister, Mrs. Priscilla Jackman, of Two Rivers; eight grandchildren and four 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, where the 
Senior Citizens will meet in a body at 6:30 p.m. and a family memorial service 
will be at 7:30 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 2, 1974  P.23
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(24 Apr 1898/May 1974/SSDI)
[Irene E. Bourgeois]
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The marriage of Joseph Burgeois(sic) and Miss Irene Vaudreuil took place at St. 
Luke's Church Tuesday morning. Mr. Burgeois conducts the up-to-date National 
Barber Shop. The bride is a well known young lady of the Eastside, daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Francis Vaudreuil. The Reporter united with their friends in best 
wishes.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 8, 1916


JOSEPH P. BOURGEOIS

Joseph P. Bourgeois, 54, Two Rivers barber, stricken with a heart attack while 
riding in his car near Green Bay Sunday afternoon, died 15 minutes later in a 
Green Bay hospital.
He was a passenger in a car driven by his wife. Also in the car were Mr. and 
Mrs. Anton Peshek of Two Rivers. Mr. Bourgeois had driven the car to Green Bay 
but asked his wife to drive on the return trip.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Luke church in 
Two Rivers. Burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery.
The deceased, who resided at 1618 Emmett street, Two Rivers, was born in Coleman, 
in 1895 and when 16 years of age moved to Two Rivers. He later opened a barbershop 
in Two Rivers. He married Miss Irene Veaudreuil in 1916. He was a member of the 
Knights of Columbus, Holy Name society and other local clubs.
Surviving him are his wife; a son, James at home; two daughters, Mrs. Richard 
Streu of Green Bay and Priscilla, a nurse at Waukegan, Ill.; four sisters, Mrs. 
Bruno Brault, Mrs. Emma Bourgeois and Mrs. Zeno Schultz, all of Two Rivers, and 
Mrs. Earl Humphrey of Ft. Atkinson, Wis. Also surviving are two grandchildren.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Beduhn, Deja and Martin funeral 
home, Two Rivers, where the rosary will be recited at 7:45 Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 14, 1949  P.2
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The marriage of Joseph Burgeois(sic) and Miss Irene Vaudreuil took place at St. 
Luke's Church Tuesday morning. Mr. Burgeois conducts the up-to-date National 
Barber Shop. The bride is a well known young lady of the Eastside, daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Francis Vaudreuil. The Reporter united with their friends in best 
wishes.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 8, 1916


ANNA BOUTIN

Funeral services for Mrs. Anna Boutin, 44, of Hoboken, N.J., former 
Two Rivers resident who died Friday at a Hoboken hospital, will be 
at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the 
Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. Boutin, nee Anna Smith, was born Nov. 3, 1928, in New York, N.Y., 
daughter of the late Thomas and Ethel Gill Smith. She was married at St. 
Luke Church, Two Rivers, to Leo Boutin July 1, 1944. He died in 1964.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
after 5 p.m. Tuesday where memorial services will be at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. January 15 1973


IRENE BOUTIN

Funeral card

In Loving Memory
Irene Boutin
Born Mar. 14, 1900
Died Dec. 20, 1972

Lester M. Boutin
Born May 12, 1897
Died Feb. 15, 1971

Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
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Mrs. Irene Boutin, 72, of 2123 Madison St., Two Rivers, died late Wednesday 
afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Boutin, nee Irene Jacques, was born March 14, 1900, at Coleman, daughter 
of the late Joseph and Salina Durocher Jacques. She was 17 when the family 
brought her to Two Rivers. She was married May 17, 1918, at St. Luke Church to 
Lester Boutin. He died Feb. 15, 1971. She was a member of the Ladies of St. Luke 
and a 50-year member of St. Luke Court 1647, Catholic Order of Foresters.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Harry (Lorraine) Bero, of Shawano and Mrs. 
Claude (Helen) Skrivanie, of Tampa, Fla., and Mrs. Howard (Clarice) Brandt, of 
Janesville; two sons, James, of Manitowoc and John, of Oshkosh; a brother, 
Wilbert Jacques, of Little Suamico, 26 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. 
A son, Leo died in 1964.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. 
Friday where memorial servies will be at 8:15 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 21, 1972
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(14 Mar 1900/Dec 1972/SSDI)


JAMIE LEE BOUTIN

Jammie Lee Boutin(sic), infant son of William and Laurie Love Boutin, was born 
and died on Thursday, November 3, at Holy Family Hosptial, Manitowoc.
Private family graveside services will be held on Monday. The Rev. Edward 
Stelter will officiate.
Survivors include his parents; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Love 
Sr., of Two Rivers, and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James Snyder of 
Fond du Lac.
Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 6, 1983 P. 3


LEO J. BOUTIN

Leo Boutin, 41, of Main Street, Mishicot, a third assistant engineer on the 
freighter Adam E. Cornelius of the Boland-Cornelius Steamship Co., Buffalo, 
N.Y., died Saturday noon at U.S. Health Service Hospital at Detroit, Mich., 
where he had been a patient for nearly two weeks.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
H. J. Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Boutin was born Sept. 11, 1923, at Two Rivers, son of Lester and Irene 
Jacques Boutin. He attended St. Luke Parochial and Washington High schools at 
Two Rivers. For the past eight years he was employed on Great Lakes freighters. 
He married the former Anna Smith at Two Rivers July 1, 1944, and was a member 
of St. Luke Court, Catholic Order of Foresters, of Two Rivers. 
Besides his wife and parents, he leaves nine children, all at home, six daughters, 
Barbara, Linda, Judy, Cathy, Tammy and Debra, and three sons, Roy, William and 
Todd; three sisters, Mrs. Claude (Helen) Skrivanie, of Tampa, Fla., Mrs. Harry 
(Lorraine) Bero, of Green Bay and Mrs. Howard (Clarice) Braundt, of Janesville; 
two brothers, James of Two Rivers and John in the Armed Forces in North Carolina, 
and the paternal grandfather Albert Boutin, of St. Petersburg, Fla. 
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 
o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 21, 1964  P.5


LESTER M. BOUTIN

Lester M. Boutin, 73, of 2112 Madison St., Two Rivers, died early Monday 
morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday 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 Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Boutin was born May 12, 1897, at Green Bay, a son of the late Albert C. 
and Louise LaFond Boutin. When he was an infant the family brought him to 
Two Rivers. He attended St. Luke Parochial School. For nearly 50 years he 
was an employe of Mirro Aluminum Co. plant No.1, retiring eight years ago. 
He was a member of St. Luke Holy Name Society and St. Luke Court, Catholic 
Order of Foresters. He married the former Irene Jacques at St. Luke Church, 
May 7, 1918. 
Besides his wife, he leaves three daughters,Mrs. Harry (Lorraine) Bero of 
Green Bay, Mrs. Claunde (Helen) Skrivanie of Tampa, Fla., and Mrs. Howard 
(Clarice) Brandt of Janesville: two sons, James of Manitowoc and John of 
Milwaukee; two sisters, Mrs. Thomas Hetue of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Robert 
Hayworth of Milwaukee, 26 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. A son 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where memorial 
services will be at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 15, 1971
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(12 May 1897/Feb. 1971/SSDI)
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Application for marriage licenses have been filed for Irene Jacques and 
Lester Boutin, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, April 16, 1918 P. 7


EDWARD BOUVID

Edward, the seventeen months old baby of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Buvid, died at 
their home on Sixteenth Street Thursday evening, March 25 and was buried 
Saturday afternoon from the Sacred Heart church. Interment was at Holy Cross 
Cemetery.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Apr. 2, 1926


ANNABELLE R. BOWSER

Annabelle R. Bwser, age 75 of 1531 Deer Brook Drive, Two Rivers, died Saturday 
night, Sept. 23, 2000, at her residence.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am. On Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2000 at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial 
will be the Rev. William G. O'Brien, with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Annabelle was born March 27, 1925 in Sheboygan, WI, daughter of the late John & 
Katherine Ginsterblum Heus. She was a graduate of Sheboygan Falls High School 
with the class of 1943. On June 10, 1947, she was married to George J. Bowser at 
St. Mary's Catholic Church, Sheboygan Falls. She was employed part-time for a 
number of years with Younker's in Manitowoc; she also volunteered many hours at 
St. Vincent de Paul in Two Rivers. Annabelle was a long-time member of Sacred 
Heart Parish, the Two Rivers Lady Elks, the Two Rivers Lady Elks, the Two Rivers 
V.F.W. Auxiliary, and the Jr. Service League. She was an avid bridge player and 
enjoyed bowling and golfing.
She is survived by her four daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and Jack Brandt 
of Dillon, Colorado, Marcia and Mark Chatenka, Ann and Jack Gospodarek, and Monica 
and Dr. Robert Loutnik, all of Two Rivers; nine grandchildren, Noel and Paul Brandt, 
Aaron Catenka, Leanne, Marsha and Adam Gospodarek, Philip, Steven and Michael 
Koutnik; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Virginia (Robert) Wenberg, Sheboygan 
Falls, Margaret Lawrence, of Muskegon, Michigan; one brother and sister-in-law, 
Norbert (Beulah) Heus, of Sheboygan Falls. She is further survived by two sisters-
in-law, and two brothers-in-law, Kathleen (Bob) Finger of Sheboygan, Mary Deeley 
of Sheboygan Falls, Roman (MaryAnn) Bowser of Austin, TX, and Patrick (Joan) Bowser 
of Fond du Lac, a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends also 
survive.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. George J. Bowser 
on Sept. 21, 1986, and by six brothers and sisters.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 5 to 8 p.m. 
on Tuesday evening, and after 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday until leaving for the church. 
A parish wake service will be held at 730 pm. Tuesday at the funeral home, led by 
Fr. Bill.
The family would like to extend a very sincere Thank You to Debra Kluenker, and the 
entire staff of Aurora VNA Hospice for the special care and concern given to their 
mother.
Annabelle's greatest joy in her life was visiting with her daughters and their 
families. She had a great love, and was very proud of all her grandchildren. She 
also had a special love for nature. She always enjoyed pets, watching the animals 
and birds. She will be greatly missed by her family.
Herald Times Reporter, September 25, 2000  P. A2


GEORGE J. BOWSER

Dr. George J. Bowser, 67, of 820 Zlatnik Dr., Two Rivers, died Sunday morning, 
September 21, 1986 at Hamilton Memorial Home. Funeral services will be 11 am 
Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt 
will officiate and concelebrant will be Father Mike Shea, a cousin from Thailand 
and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Dr. Bowser was born July 9, 1919 at Campbellsport, Wisconsin, son of the Marie 
Uelman Bowser and the late John Bowser. He attended grade school at Campbellsport 
and was a graduate of Sheboygan Falls High School. Dr. Bowser joined the National 
Guard and later the 32nd Division serving in New Guinea where he was wounded in 
action in 1942 and received the Purple Heart. Dr. Bowser later joined the 
Merrills Marauders where he served in the India Burma area. After his discharge 
he attended Marquette University and graduated with a degree in Dental Surgery 
in 1951. He practiced Dentistry in Two Rivers from 1952 to 1970. He married 
Annabelle Heus in 1947 at Sheboygan Falls. Dr. Bowser was Past Grand Knight of 
the Knights of Columbus and was a member of Marquette Alumni Association, Veterans 
of Foreign Wars, American Legion and Two Rivers Elks Lodge.
Survivors include his wife and his mother; four daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara 
and Jack Brandt of Dillon, Colorado, Marcia and Mark Chatenka and Ann and Jack 
Gospadarek all of Two Rivers and Monica and Robert Koutnik of Maribel; three 
brothers, Noel of Tuolumne, California, Pat of Fond du Lac and Roman of Austin, 
Texas; two sisters, Kathleen Ayer of Sheboygan and Mary Deelen of Sheboygan Falls 
and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father in 1978.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm 
Tuesday and after 9 am Wednesday until the time of services. A family Memorial 
Service and Knights of Columbus Service will be at 6:30 pm and an Elks Memorial 
Service will be at 7:30 pm Tuesday. Memorials may be made in his name.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Sept. 22, 1986 page 15
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(09 Jul 1919/Sep 1986/SSDI)


CAROL BOYD

Carol Gorham Boyd, age 97, a well-known educator and leader in community 
activities, passed away Thursday, March 25, 1999, at the Hamilton Memorial 
Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 30, 1999, 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 Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mary Carol Gorham was born Jan. 22, 1902 in Sioux city, Iowa, daughter of the 
late Joseph V. and Marian Ruddy Gorham. She was educated in Walthill, Neb. and 
Sioux City, Iowa. She received a teacher's certificate from the University of 
Nebraska in 1925.
Carol married Smiley S. Boyd in January of 1926 at Walthill, Neb. He preceded 
her in death on May 6, 1963. After living in Nebraska, Iowa and Wisconsin, the 
couple settled in Two Rivers in August of 1947, where she has since resided.
While her husband was business manager of the Two Rivers Reporter, Carol was 
active in Holy Redeemer and St. Luke parishes. She was very involved with the 
Manitowoc County Chapter of the League of Women Voters, and rose to the level 
of state vice-president in the late 1950s.
Upon her husband's death in 1963 she returned to study at Holy Family College, 
now known as Silver Lake College. She graduated in 1965 with a bachelor's degree 
in English, and accepted a position of English teacher at the new Roncalli High 
School. She served in that capacity until 1974.
Carol was the surviving member of her generation.
She was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers, as well as her husband 
and a son, Joseph, in 1985.
She is survived by one son, William S. (Afton) Boyd of Salt Lake City, Utah, and 
by three grandchildren.
The family will greet relatives and friends after 9 a.m. on Tuesday until the time 
of Mass at 10 a.m., at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. There will be no 
Monday evening visitation.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the Boyd family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 29, 1999 P. A2
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(22 Jan 1902/25 Mar 1999/SSDI)


SMILEY S. BOYD

Funeral services for Smiley S. Boyd, 59, of 2020-41st St., Two Rivers, business 
manager of The Two Rivers Reporter, who died Monday at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc, will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Home, Two 
Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. The Rev. John Mueller 
will officiate at the solemn requiem high mass and burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery.
Honorary pallbearers will be Norman Postles and Max H. Lavine of Superior, 
Joseph E. Schroeder of Manitowoc and C.J. Jensen, Robert Suettinger, William 
Stueck, Maurice Messerman, Edward Koutnik, Earl Boehringer, Albert Malley Sr., 
Richard Neuses and Albert Streu of Two Rivers.
Active pallbearers will be J.M. Barenbaum, Seymour Althen, Roy F. Valitchka, 
Reuben Plantico Jr., Don Olson and Emanuel Galecki.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 
o'clock this Tuesday evening.
Two Rivers Reporter, May 7, 1963 P. M-9