HOLY CROSS OBITUARIES

GARLAND F. LEBRICK

Garland F. Lebrick, 55, of 4018 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers, died Wednesday morning, 
May 11, 1988 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 
4 pm Friday at St. Luke Catholic church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Greg Smith will 
officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Lebrick was born November 11, 1932 at Almond, Wisconsin, son of Mary Carpenter 
and the late Francis Lebrick. He married Bernetta Keiter, July 21, 1956 at Mt. 
Vernon, Kansas. Mr. Lebrick was employed at Wisconsin Public Service Corporation 
for 18 years in various capacities most recently as a Marketing Representative. 
Mr. Lebrick was a member of St. Luke Parish Council.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Gale Lebrick of Two Rivers; two daughters and 
sons-in-law, Leann and Ken Doell of Sturgeon Bay and Lenore and Dave Beyer of Two 
Rivers; his mother, Mary Lebrick of Plover, Wisconsin; a brother and sister-in-law, 
Laurel and Helen Lebrick of Plover; a sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Jim 
Brooks of Plover; three grandchildren, Tyler Doell, Lee and Samantha Beyer.
Friends may call at St. Luke Church, Two Rivers, 2 pm to 4 pm Friday. Memorials may 
be made to holy Family Oncology Unit. Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two 
Rivers, assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., May 11, 1988 page 18
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[bur. 05-14-1988/age 55 yrs.]


ADELINE LECLAIR

YOUNG MOTHER GETS SUMMONS
Mrs. Victor Le-Clair, Formerly of Manitowoc, Dies
Mrs. Victor Le Clair, 28, mother of a three year old son and a month's old
babe, died at 11 o'clock this morning at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital,
after being confined there for a month.
The body was taken to the Jansky funeral home but arrangements for the burial
had not been completed this afternoon. She will be buried at Two Rivers.
Mrs. Le Clair before her marriage was Miss Adeline Ziarnik of Manitowoc. She
was born in Manitowoc June 28, 1905 and was married to Victor Le Clair, son
of Nelson Le Clair, member of the state conservation commission, on June 17,
1929. After their marriage they took up their residence at Two Rivers.
Survivors are the widower, two children, Victor, Jr., aged three years and
Dale, aged one month, six sisters, Mrs. Frances Day, Mrs. Ted Komosa, and 
Miss Julia Ziarnik at home, Mrs. Hugo La Fond of Two Rivers, Mrs. Sophia
Blazi of Green Bay and Mrs. Theresa Winters of Milwaukee, and four brothers,
Alex, Paul, Emil and Ted Ziarnik, all of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, August 19, 1933 p.4 
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MRS. LE CLAIR DIES, HOSPITAL
Funeral Services Will Be Held On Tuesday
Funeral services for Mrs. Victor LeClair, who died at Two Rivers Municipal 
hospital Saturday morning will be held in St. Luke's Catholic chruch at 9 
o'clock Tuesday morning. The Rev. Father C.V. Hugo will officiate. Interment 
will be in Holy Cross cemetery. The remains were taken to the Nelson LeClair 
home on Lincoln avenue Sunday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 21, 1933 P. 9


AGNES LECLAIR

Mrs. Joseph LeClair, 52, of 2220 Jefferson St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
Friday morning of a heart attack while at work. She was employed as a net maker 
at the Lake View Net Company, Two Rivers, when stricken. Mrs. LeClair had not 
previously been ill.
Funeral services have tentatvely been arranged for 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Luke 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers.
Mrs. LeClair, the former Agnes Smongeski, was married Aug. 22, 1922, to Mr. 
LeClair at Two Rivers where the couple had continuously resided.
Survivors are the husband, seven daughters, Mrs. Luke Taddy, Mrs. Norbert Zelinski 
and Miss Frances and Miss Susie of Two Rivers, Miss Nancy, Mrs. John Mesich and 
Mrs. Harold Lohr of Milwaukee; two sons, Paul and Peter of Two Rivers; four sisters,
 Mrs. Clarence Heart of Racine, Mrs. Al Brusky of Chicago, Mrs. Milton Brievogel of 
Los Angeles and Mrs. Richard Horn of Two Rivers; and three brothers, Paul Smongeski 
of Milwaukee, Leon Smongeski of Two Rivers and Joseph Smongeski of Boston.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 17, 1953 P. 7


ALBERT O. LECLAIR

Albert Le Clair, 80, of 1111-27th St., Two Rivers, a retired Two Rivers 
commercial fisherman, died Friday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Klein & Stangel, Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery.
Mr. Le Clair was born March 18, 1886 in the Town of Two Rivers, a son of 
the late Charles and Olive Gauthier Le Clair. He spent his entire life in 
the commercial fishing industry, retiring in 1951. For many years he was 
associated with his late brother, Edward, who died a year ago, in the 
operation of a commercial fishing enterprise.
He married the former Anna Duerschmidt at St. Luke church in April of 1912. 
She died in 1925. He then married the former Martha Strutz Weltzien at 
Dubuque, Iowa, in 1953. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Luke 
parish.
Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Delores Jacobs, of Bear Lake, 
Mich., and Mrs. Bernice Litersky, of Two Rivers; four sons, Raymond, of Two 
Rivers, and Roland, Howard and Mark, of Manitowoc; six sisters, Mrs. Norbert 
Frasch, Mrs. Everett Lau, Mrs. Ben Wolf, and Mrs. Edmund Danner, of Two 
Rivers, Mrs. Frederick Schultz, of Appleton and Mrs. May Buyeski, of Milwaukee; 
four brothers, Norman, of Two Rivers, Frank, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Joseph, of 
Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and Wilbur, of Milwaukee; 17 grandchildren and three great 
grandchildren.
Besides his brother, a sister also precede him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, September 17, 1966 P. 14


ALFRED C. LECLAIR    (d. 1958)

Funeral services for Alfred LeClair, 41, of 1918 Jackson St., Two Rivers, who 
died Friday at U.S. Veterans Administration Hospital, Wood, Wis., will be at 
8:30 a.m Monday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 
a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Herman Schmitz officiat-
ing. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
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, Saturday, April 19, 1958 P. 9


ANNA LECLAIR    (d. 1925)

Dies at Manitowoc Hospital
Mrs. Albert LeClair died at the Holy Family hosptial last night at 12 o'clock 
following an operation which was performed last Monday for gall stones. She 
was born in Two Rivers thirty-four years ago, attended the local parochial and 
public schools and twelve years ago was married to her husband, Albert, who 
with six small children, survive. The children are Roland, Raymond, Howard, 
Bernice, Delores and Mark. Her mother and four sisters, Rose, Agnes, Mary and 
Mrs. George Gauthier and two brothers, Adolph and Frank also survive. The 
funeral will be held Saturday morning at nine o'clock from St. Luke's church. 
Burial will be at Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, March 26, 1925 P. 2
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(Anna LeClair/wife of Albert LeClair/d. 15 Mar. 1925/Age 35 years/
from St. Lukes Annual 1925)
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(Note: Her entry is in Holy Cross)


BARBARA LECLAIR

Barbara A. LeClair, age 54, of 11305 Birch Dr. Two Rivers, died peacefully 
surrounded by her loving family, Monday, May 23, 2011 at the Aurora Medical 
Center after a couragous battle with cancer.
Barb was born in Mishicot on January 29, 1957 to the late William and Winifred 
(Vanderbusch) Bruechert. She attended Mishicot Public Schools, graduating from 
Mishicot High School with the class of 1975. On March 18, 1978, she married 
Dennis D. LeClair at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Mishicot. Together, the 
couple owned & operated Alchemy Machine & Gear LLC for many years; she also 
worked for Kulpa Fisheries and the Hamilton Memorial Home in Two Rivers. Barb 
loved the time spent with her family, and was a wonderful grandmother. She 
enjoyed camping with family and friends, and gardening.
Survivors include her husband; two daughters & a son-in-law & special friend, 
seven grandchildren; and her mother-in-law. She is further survived by three 
brothers & sisters-in-law; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; many nieces, 
nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends (removed for privacy). She was 
preceded in death by her parents; one son, David LeClair; one daughter, Misty 
Ann Iles; and her father-in-law, David LeClair.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 27, 2011 at the Deja 
& Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 - 18th St. Two Rivers. Rev. David Arndt will 
officiate at the service, with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, from 5:00 until 
7:30 p.m. Thursday evening, May 26, 2011, and after 10:00 a.m. Friday until the 
time of service at 11:00 a.m. The LeClair family would like to express their 
sincere thanks to Dr. (private) and all the nurses at the Vince Lombardi Cancer 
Clinic, and also all the wonderful nurses on the Oncology floor at the Aurora 
Medical Center for their compassionate care and kindness extended to Barb.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, May 25, 2011


BRIAN LECLAIR  (d. 1949)

Bryan, 29 day old son of Mr. and Mrs. Hilary LeClair, of 1911 Jackson 
street, Two Rivers, died today.
Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon. Burial 
will be in Holy Cross cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Klein 
and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, September 1, 1949 P.2


BRIAN LECLAIR    (d. 1961)

Bryan (sic), six-weeks-old son of Victor and Janet Brull LeClair, of 817-26th 
St., Two Rivers, died early Thursday morning at University Hospital, Madison.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. with the Mass of the Angels at St. 
Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. H.J. Schmitz officiating. Burial 
will be in Holy cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Besides the parents he leaves three brothers, Gary, Terry and Victor Jr., at 
home; paternal grandparents, Mr and Mrs. Nelson LeClair of Two Rivers, maternal 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Brull of Two Rivers and the maternal great 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Adam Brull of Hays, Kans.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 27, 1961 P. 23


CELIA LECLAIR

Celia J. LeClair, age 79, of 13201 Lakeshore Road, Two Creeks, died on Saturday, 
Dec. 11, 2010, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc surrounded by 
her loving family.
Celia was born on Oct. 5, 1931, in West Kewaunee, to the late Theodore and Sophie 
(Kielpikowski) Janowski. She attended Kewaunee High School where she graduated 
with the class of 1949. Cele married Thomas LeClair on Sept. 8, 1956, at St. 
Hedwig's Catholic Church in East Krok, Wis. She worked at Mirro Aluminum factory 
office from 1950 - 1959 and then was employed with the U.S. Post Office as a mail 
carrier from 1981 until her retirement in 1998. Cele was a member of the National 
Active & Retired Federal Employees Organization and she was also a member of St. 
Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church in Two Rivers. She enjoyed gardening, bird 
watching, and crossword puzzles.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) 
She was preceded in death by two sons-in-law: Michael Webb and Larry Erdman; one 
sister: Anne Konop; one brother and sister-in-law: Jack and Judy Janowski; one 
sister-in-law and six brothers-in-law: Mary Jane and Donald Nedjelo, Charles, 
Eugene, Louis and James LeClair, and Richard Weber.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. at St Peter the Fisherman Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010. Officiating at the Mass of Christian 
Burial will be the Rev. Tom Reynebeau with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010, from 4 p.m. 
until the concluding prayer service at 7 p.m. at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home 
in Two Rivers. Visitation hours will continue on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010 from 9:30 
to 10:15 a.m. at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers.
In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to the American Cancer 
Society or St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers.
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 14, 2010


CHARLES LECLAIR    (d. 1936)

CHAS. LECLAIR, AGED 79, DIES; ILL ONE YEAR (photo)
Owner of Wisconsin House Block Is Dead; Rites Monday At St. Luke's Church
TWO RIVERS (Special)-Death at 8:50 this morning ended a long illness for Charles 
Le Clair, 79, prominent business man and former commercial fisherman, at his 
home in his Wisconsin House block. He was ill for more than a year and had been 
confined to his bed since Christmas.
Funeral services will be held at St. Luke's Catholic church Monday morning at 
9 o'clock with the celebrating of a solemn requiem high mass. Burial will be in 
Holy Cross cemetery. The body is at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home. 
Mr. Le Clair, a member of one of the county's earliest families, was for years 
a leader in affairs of St. Luke's church. He was born in the town of Mishicot 
June 12, 1858, a son of the late Charles and Angelica LaFond LeClair, who 
immigrated from Canada more than 80 years ago.
The family resided on a farm in the town of Mishicot until he was 15 years old, 
when they moved to Seymour, Wis., acquiring a large timber tract. Mr. LeClair 
lived there until he was 26 years old, then came to Two Rivers to become 
associated with his brother, David, in the operation of a pound net rig at Twin 
River Point. Several years late he operated his own rig, with the assistance of 
his sons.
Retired in 1918
After 35 years of pound net fishing Mr. LeClair retired in 1918, moving his family 
to ths city, purchasing a residence on Jefferson stret. In 1923 he purchased the 
Wisconsin House block, which he rebuilt later into business quarters and apartments.
On Sept. 1, 1884, he married Miss Olive Gauthier, a daughter of the late Carlos and 
Mary LeMere Gauthier, also pioneer residents of this vicinity. She survives with 13 
children.
The daughters are Mrs.Frank Stangel of this city, Mrs. Norbert Frasch of the town of 
Two Rivers, Mrs. Everett Lau of this city, Mrs. Ted Buyeske of Butte des Morts, Wis., 
Mrs. Ben F. Wolf of this city, Helen at home, and Mrs. Frederick Schultz of Appleton. 
The sons are Edward and Albert of this city, Frank of Two Creeks, Norman of this city, 
Joseph of Two Creeks, and Wilbur LeClair of Milwaukee. He also leaves two brothers, 
David and Conservation Commissioner Nelson LeClair of this city. There are 57 grand-
children.
For many years Mr. LeClair was affiliated with the Holy Name Society, Knights of 
Columbus, Catholic Knights of Wisconsin and the St. Joseph's society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 1, 1936 P. 16


CHARLES N. LECLAIR    (d. 1998)

Charles N. LeClair, Age (sic) 78, formerly of Two Creeks, (Kidville) died 
Wednesday morning, September 2, 1998, at the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 5, 1998 at Holy Redeemer 
Church. Rev. William O'Brien will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial. 
Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery Two Rivers.
He was born June 30, at Two Creeks, son of the late Frank and Irene Frasch LeClair. 
He graduated from Washington High School Two Rivers, class of 1937. He then entered 
the Merchant Marine serving from 1940 to 1946. From 1946 until 1989 he was a 
commercial fisherman. Charlie was a charter member of the West Shore Sportman's 
club and a member of the Roger's Street Fishing Village, Knights of Columbus, St. 
Vincent De Paul, St. Joe's Athletic Club, The Great Lakes Fishery Advisory Council, 
The Wisconsin Commercial Fisherman Incorporated, Southern Green Bay Commercial 
Fisheries Association and was a retired Two Creeks Firefighter.
Survivors include five sisters and brothers-in-law, Margaret and Melvin Behrendt, 
Manitowoc, Rosemary and Claude Richmond, Two Rivers, Olive and Dick Weber, Racine, 
Pat and George Schwerma, Two Creeks, Eileen and Bill Mosuch, two Rivers; three 
brothers and sisters-in-law, Louis and Margie LeClair, James and Katie LeClair, 
all of Two Rivers, Tom and Cele LeClair, Two Creeks; a foster brother, Roy Vigue 
and his wife Shirley of Two Rivers; a sister-in-law, Rose Mary LeClair, Two Creeks; 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survived. He was preceded in death 
by a brother Eugene LeClair and a sister and brother-in-law, Mary Jane and Donald 
Nejedlo.
Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church from 8:30 a.m. until the time of 
services at 10 a.m on Saturday.
Memorials may be made to the Roger's Street Fishing Village or St. Vincent De Paul.
Klein and Stangel Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 3, 1998 P. A2
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Charles N. LeClair, 78, formerly of Two Creeks, died Sept. 2 at Hamilton 
Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services were held Sept. 5 at Holy Redeemer Church with the Rev.
William O'Brien officiating. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two
Rivers.
Born June 30, 1920, Mr. LeClair was the son of the late Frank and Irene 
Frasch LeClair. He was a commercial fisherman from 1946 until 1989.
Survivors include five sisters, Margaret Behrendt of Manitowoc, Rosemary
Richmond of Two Rivers, Olive Weber of Racine, Pat Schwerma of Two Creeks,
Eileen Mosuch of Two Rivers; three brothers, Louis LeClair and James 
LeClair both of Two Rivers, Tom LeClair of Two Creeks; foster brother Roy
Vigue; nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to Roger's Street Fishing village or St. Vincent de
Paul.
Manitowoc Lakeshore Chronicle, September 13, 1998


DAVID LECLAIR    (d. 1958)

Death Takes Dave LeClair at Age of 87 (photo)
TWO RIVERS-David LeClair, 87, of 2822 Lincoln Ave., widely known retired 
commercial fisherman, a former director and president of the Two Rivers Savings 
Bank and a member of one of the community's earliest families, died shortly 
after 6 p.m. Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. He had been in 
failing health the past several months.
Funeral services will be at 8:15 a.m. Saturday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home and 8:45 a.m. with a solemn requeim high Mass at St. Luke Catholic 
Church. Celebrant will be a nephew of Mr. LeClair, the Rev. David Bunkelman, of 
Sacred Heart Church, Oshkosh. Serving as deacon and sub-deacon, respectively, 
will be the Revs. Adolph Dolezal and John MecLaughlin. Burial will be in the 
family plot in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Born in Log House
Mr. LeClair was born Feb. 19, 1871, in a log house near the site of the present 
U.S. Coast Guard station here, a son of the late Charles and Angeline LeClair. 
Two years later the family brought him to a farm near the village of Seymour 
where Mr. LeClair received his elementary education.
When still in his early youth the family returned to Two Rivers and Mr. LeClair 
engaged in fishing with his father. Later he formed a partnership with his late 
brother, Charles, and eventually engaging in fishing with his brother, Nelson, 
under the name of LeClair Brothers. He retired a number of years ago after many 
years of pound net fishing with his son, George, who operated a rig north of 
Twin River Point. In all, Mr. LeClair was engaged in commercial fishing more than 
50 years. In the 1940s Mr. LeClair authored a pamphlet on propagation of Great 
Lakes fish.
Active in public life, Mr. LeClair served on the City Council from 1937 to 1947. 
He was director of the Two Rivers Savings Bank for nearly 25 years and president 
of the institution for two years. He resigned as a director three months ago 
because of failing health.
Married in 1891
In February of 1891 he married the former Eugenie Gagnon at St. Luke church here. 
She preceded him in death 26 years ago.
Active in affairs of St. Luke Church for many years, Mr. LeClair was a member of 
the Holy Name Society, the Legion of Mary, Catholic Knights of Wisconsin and the 
Two Rivers Council 1967, Knights of Columbus.
Surviving Mr. LeClair are two daughters, Miss Elisabeth at home and Mrs. Joseph 
Franken of Manitowoc; two sons, George of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, and Francis of 
McNaughton, Wis.; a brother, Nelson, of Two Rivers; 20 grandchildren and 50 great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home where the Rosary will be 
recited at 7:45 o'clock this Friday evening. The members of the Knights of Columbus 
will appear at the funeral home for the recitation of the Rosary at 7 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 26, 1958 P. 2


DAVID J. LECLAIR    (d. 1966)

David J. LeClair, 40, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, a plumber at Lakeside Machine Shop, 
Inc., Manitowoc, and a Navy veteran of World War II, died Sunday afternoon at 
U.S. Veterans Administration Center at Wood, Wis. He had been ill for the past 
four months.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klein & 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.
David LeClair was born Feb. 10, 1926 at Two Rivers, a son of George and Mary 
Taddy LeClair. He attended St. Luke Catholic School and Washington High School 
at Two Rivers. He enlisted in the Navy July 1, 1944 and served as a coxswain in 
the South Pacific. He was discharged from the service June 13, 1946. He married 
the former Rose Welnicke at Manitowoc Oct. 6, 1951. He was a member of Mother of 
Hope Council 1957, Knights of Columbus, Holy Redeemer Holy Name Society, and the 
Plumbers' Union Local of Manitowoc.
Besides his wife and parents of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, he leaves five daughters, 
Linda, Joanne, Theresa, Annette and Judy, all at home; four sons, Allan, Dennis, 
Gregory, and Christopher, also at home; three sisters, Miss Doris of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Robert Johnson, of Green Bay, and Mrs. Ben Graycarek Jr., of Appleton; and 
eight brothers, Germain, of Tucson, Ariz., Raphael, Sylvester, Roger, Bernard, 
Jude, and Allan, of Two Rivers, and Leon, of Yosemite, calif.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m. by members of the Knights of Columbus, Council 1957.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 20, 1966 P. 6


DAVID WILLIAM LECLAIR    (d. 1986)

David William LeClair, 5, of 1922 Jackson Street, Two Rivers, died Wednesday, 
September 10, 1986 at Children’s Hospital, Milwaukee. Funeral services will 
be 10 am Saturday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot. Rev. 
David Waege will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
David was born June 17, 1981 at Two Rivers, son of Dennis and Barbara Bruechert 
LeClair. David was a student at C.C. Case Elementary School, Two Rivers.
Survivors include his parents; three sisters, Karen, Misty and Joann at home; 
paternal grandmother, Rose LeClair of Two Rivers; maternal grandmother, Winnie 
Bruechert of Mishicot; maternal great grandfather, Fred Vanderbusch of Two 
Rivers, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 6 pm to 
8 pm Friday and 9 am Saturday at the church to the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Sept. 11, 1986 page 18


DORIS M. LECLAIR

Doris M. LeClair, age 81, a resident of the Cedar Grove Apartments, Manitowoc, 
died Wednesday afternoon, April 29, 1998, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 12 Noon Saturday, May 2, 1998, at Holy Innocents 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Matt Simonar will officiate at the Mass of 
Christian Burial with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Doris was born July 23, 1916, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late George and 
Mary Taddy LeClair.
Survivors include five brothers and five sisters-in-law, Germain and Diana LeClair, 
Tuscon, Ariz., Raphael LeClair, Manitowoc, Bernard and Winnie LeClair, Two Rivers, 
Leon LeClair, Seattle, Wash., Allen and Marilyn LeClair, Two Rivers, Ida LeClair 
and Rose LeClair, Two Rivers; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Agnes Ann and 
Roman Denissen, Green Bay, Ione and Ben Graycarek, Menasha; nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by four 
brothers, Sylvester, Roger, Jude and David LeClair; one sister-in-law, Donna 
LeClair; and one brother-in-law, Robert Johnson.
Friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church from 11 a.m. Saturday until 
the time of service.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 1, 1998 P. 2
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(23 Jul 1916/29 Apr 1998/SSDI)


EDWARD J. LECLAIR    (d. 1965)

Edward J. LeClair, 82, of 1016-19th St., Two Rivers, a retired member of an 
early Two Rivers commercial fishing family, died Sunday morning at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home and at 11:30 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Earl 
Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mr. LeClair was born Sept. 18, 1882, at Seymour, Wis., son of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. Charles LeClair. When he was a child the family brought him to Two Rivers 
where the parents earlier had resided. Since boyhood he was engaged with his 
father in commercial fishing and in later years operated a rig with his sons. 
He was a member of St. Luke Holy Name Society. He married the former Rose 
Colling at St. Luke Church Nov. 26, 1912.
Besides his wife he leaves four daughters, Mrs. Stanley (Irene) Lachowicz, Mrs. 
Daniel (Joan) Paulow and Mrs. Elmer (Carol) Meissner, of Two Rivers and Mrs. 
Elmer (Lorraine) Miller, of Green Bay; six sons, Elmer, Hilary, Reuben, Daniel 
and Gerald, of Two Rivers and Edward Jr., of Superior; six sisters, Mrs. Norbert 
Frasch, Mrs. Everett Lau, Mrs. Ben F. Wolf and Mrs. Edmund Danner, of Two Rivers, 
Mrs. Frederick Schultz, of Appleton and Mrs. Mae Buyeski, of Milwaukee; five 
brothers, Albert, Norman, Frank and Joseph, of Two Rivers and Wilbur, of 
Milwaukee, 33 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 
o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 16, 1965 P. 7


ELAINE LECLAIR	

Elaine LeClair, 25, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Norman LeClair, of 1918 Jackson 
street, died this morning at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke church in Two 
Rivers with burial in the Holy Cross cemetery there.
She was born in Two Rivers in 1923, and until taken ill was employed at the 
Carron Net company. Surviving are her parents; four brothers, Alfred of Two 
Rivers, Earl of this city and Lester and Norman Jr., at home; four sisters, 
Mrs. Walter Rocklewitz, Mrs. Earl Rudolph and Mrs. Robert Gandee of Two Rivers 
and Virginia at home.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home after 7 p.m. 
Thursday, where the rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 1, 1949 P. 2


ELIZABETH LECLAIR

Funeral services for Miss Elisabeth LeClair, 67, (photo) of 2522 Lincoln Ave., 
Two Rivers, longtime piano teacher in this area who died Thursday morning at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday 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, Two Rivers.
Miss LeClair was born May 17, 1894, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late former 
city Councilman David and Eugenia Gonia Leclair. She attended St. Luke Parochial 
School, Two Rivers, and was graduated from Two Rivers High School with the class 
of 1912. She also attended St. Mary Srings Academy at Fond du Lac, and was a 
graduate of Wisconsin College of Music, Milwaukee, after which she taught piano 
for many years.
Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Joseph Franken, of Memorial Drive, Manitowoc; two 
brothers, George, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers,and Francis, of McNaughton, Wis., and a 
number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 
o'clock this Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 22, 1961 P. 17


ELMER A. LECLAIR

Elmer A. LeClair, 64, of 1616 Emmet St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening, 
May 27, at his residence.
Funeral services will be 11:30 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. LeClair was born Jan. 17, 1917, at Two Riveers, son of Rose Colling LeClair 
and the late Edward LeClair. He was a World War II Air Force veteran and married 
Ethel Howard Nov. 23, 1946, at St. Luke Catholic Church. Mr. LeClair had been an 
accountant with the Manitowoc Company retiring July, 1979.
Survivors include his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Michael (Irene) Sibilsky of 
Whitelaw and Cherie LeClair of Eugene, Ore.; his mother of Two Rivers; five 
brothers, Hilary, Reuben, Daniel and Gerald of Two Rivers and Edward of Cameron, 
Wis.; four sisters, Mrs. Stanley (Irene) Lachowicz, Mrs. Daniel (Joan) Paulow 
and Mrs. Delmar (Carol) Meissner of Two Rivers and Mrs. Elmer (Lorraine) Miller 
of Green Bay and two grandchildren, Aaron and Rebecca Sibilsky.
There will be no visitation. Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 29, 1981 P. 3
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(17 Jan 1917/May 1981/SSDI)


ESTHER LECLAIR

Esther LeClair, age 85, of rural Two Rivers, died Sunday, August 22, 1993, at 
her residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, August 25, 1993, at Holy 
Redeemer Catholic Church. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate the Mass of 
Christian Burial. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Esther was born in Green Bay, on March 29, 1908, daughter of the late Nicholas 
and Cecilia Wesely Schaden. Mrs. LeClair was retired from the Two Rivers Community 
Hospital. On November 24, 1937, she was married to Norbert LeClair in Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death June 7, 1985. She was a long time member of the Ladies 
of Holy Redeemer.
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Alice LeClair, Two 
Rivers, Richard and Elizabeth LeClair, Wausau, Michael N. and Linda LeClair, 
Mishicot; three daughters and sons-in-law, Marie and Richard Rocheleau, Two Rivers, 
Susan and Gary Luebke, Maribel, Anne and Paul Thieman, Ontario, Wis.; one brother 
and sister-in-law, Orval and Evelyn Schaden, Two Rivers; three sisters, Rosalie 
Sevcik, Green Bay, Arbutus LaFond, Gladys Lousier, both of Two Rivers; 14 
grandchildren; three great grandchildren; six sisters-in-law, Alice Schaden, Two 
Rivers, Jenny Schaden, Eau Clair, Angeline Kummerow, and Miss Constance LeClair, 
both of Two Rivers, Lillian LeClair, Manitowoc, Mrs. Dorothy Defanet, Albuquerque, 
N.M.; one brother-in-law, Paul Virnoche, Two Rivers; brothers and sisters-in-law, 
Lawrence and Theresa LeClair, John and Lucille LeClair, Victor and Janet LeClair, 
all of Two Rivers, Dale and Joan LeClair, Waukesha. Besides her husband she was 
preceded in death by one son, Patrick, one grandson, David Roecheleau, two brothers, 
Francis and Horace Schaden, and by one sister, Viola Virnoche.
Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church from 3-6 p.m. on Wednesday evening. 
The Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels are assisting the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 24, 1993 P. A2


ETHEL LECLAIR    (d. 2006)

Ethel LeClair, age 89, of Two Rivers, passed into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, 
Sept. 2, 2006.
Ethel was born in Liverpool, England, on June 18, 1917, to Joseph Howard and 
Eleanor Fleetwood Howard. Upon completing her secondary education, she attended 
secretarial school and subsequently worked for the Elder-Dempster Company of 
Liverpool. After surviving the relentless Nazi bombings of World War II, she 
sailed from Liverpool to the United States on the maiden voyage of the RMS Queen 
Elizabeth in October 1946. On Nov. 23, 1946, she married Elmer A. LeClair at St. 
Luke Catholic Church in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on May 27, 1981. 
Ethel devoted herself to her children’s care for many years until she became 
certified as a nurse’s aide in June of 1966,and worked at Two Rivers Community 
Hospital until retiring in July 1984. While there, she became known as “Luv” to 
her many patients due to the tender loving care she gave them. While her children 
were young, Ethel was actively involved in their many activities, including Girl 
Scouts, band parent groups, library aide, and numerous others. She also was a 
member of the Two Rivers Homemakers Club, acting as its president for a time. 
Ethel was never reluctant to try new ventures, often with little prodding. On the 
day after her wedding, she attended her first Green Bay Packers game and remained 
a fan to this day--being especially proud of sitting through the “Ice Bowl” without 
being frostbitten. Ethel participated in bowling leagues, went tubing on the Apple 
River, and loved to travel when she could. Her real passion was to be “on the water,” 
whether it was a paddle boat, pontoon, a leaky rowboat, a ferry across Lake Michigan 
or an ocean liner. Ethel collected many lovely and precious objects over her 
lifetime, but her greatest treasures were her family and many, many friends. She 
passed her devotion and unconditional love from one generation to the next. Ethel 
will be greatly missed, but her sharp Liverpudlian wit and wisdom will live in 
our hearts and minds forever.
Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law: Irene and Michael Sibiliky of 
Kaukauna, and Cherie LeClair of Springfield, Ore.; three grandchildren: Aaron (Robin) 
Sibilsky of Green Bay; Rebecca Sibilsky and her significant other: Thomas Townsend 
of Waunakee; and Julia LeClair of Springfield, Ore. Special friends include Willard 
Haelterman; the beloved ladies of “Club”; her friends of St. James Parish; and many 
other friends and relatives. Ethel was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters: 
Irene Howard and Joanne Abendroth; one grandson: Edward Joseph Sibilsky; her father-
in-law and mother-in-law: Edward and Rose LeClair; three very special friends: Chester 
and Joyce Kuether, and Rosemary Haelterman.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. S
aturday, Sept. 9, 2006, at St. James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at 
the memorial service will be the Rev. Dr. Thomas H. McAlpine. Burial of the cremated 
remains will be at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday Sept. 8, 2006, from 5 to 8 p.m. 
at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. A prayer 
service will be held at 8 p.m. led by Fr. Tom. Visitation will continue on Saturday 
at church from 3 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m.
Ethel’s family would like to express its profound gratitude to the Aurora Visiting 
Nurses Association for its tender and compassionate hospice care during Ethel’s 
final days of life, especially Linda and Pam. Many thanks also to the physicians 
and third floor staff at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers, and the fourth floor 
physicians and staff at Appleton Medical Center. God Bless you all!
To our beloved Mom and Nana, we wish you Godspeed. The pain is gone. Rest well, 
Luv. We love you. God save our Queen.
I am standing upon the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the 
morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and 
strength. I stand and watch her until at length, she hangs like a speck of white 
cloud just where the sea and sky come to mingle with each other.
Then someone at my side says, “There, she is gone!” “Gone where?”
“Gone from my sight. That is all. She is just as large in mast and hull and spar 
as she was when she left my side and she is just as able to bear her load of 
living freight to her destined port. Her diminished size is in me, not in her. 
And just as the moment when someone at my side says, “There, she is gone!”, there 
are other eyes watching her coming, and other voices ready to take up the glad 
shout, “Here she comes!”
And that is dying. – by Henry Van Dyke
Herald Times Reporter, September 6, 2006  P. A3
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Funeral services for Ethel LeClair, age 89, of Two Rivers, who passed into the 
arms of Jesus on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2006, will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, 
Sept. 9, 2006, at St. James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the 
memorial service will be the Rev. Dr. Thomas McAlpine. Burial of the cremated 
remains will be at Forest View Cemetery(sic), Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday (TONIGHT), Sept. 8, 2006, 
from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, 
Two Rivers. A prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. led by Fr. Tom. visitation 
will continue on Saturday at church from 3 p.m. until the time of service at 
4 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 8, 2006
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(Note: The cemetery office said she is in Holy Cross at this location)


EUGENE A. LECLAIR    (d. 1981)

Eugene A. LeClair, 58, of 13119 Lakeshore Dr., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
Friday afternoon, Jan. 23, at 212 43rd St., Two Rivers. 
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at Holy Redeemer Church, Two Rivers.
The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and entombment will be in Knollwood 
Mausoleum.
Mr. LeClair was born Sept. 1, 1922, in the Town of Two Creeks, son of Irene 
Frasch and the late Frank LeClair. He was in the merchant marines. He married 
Rose Mary Glaser, Sept. 15, 1951, at St. Luke Church, Two Rivers. Mr. LeClair 
was employed with Suettinger Sheet Metal. He was a member of Knights of 
Columbus and Two Creeks Fire Department.
Survivors include his wife; his mother; two sons, Gene and Jeffery at home; a 
daughter and son-in-law, Mrs. David (Donna) Christopherson of Route 4, Chilton; 
six sisters, Mrs. Donald (Mary Jane) Nejedlo of Waukesha, Mrs. Melvin (Margaret) 
Behrendt of Manitowoc, Mrs. Richard (Olive) Weber of Racine, Mrs. Claude 
(Rose Mary) Richmond of Two Rivers, Mrs. George (Patricia) Schwerma of Route 3, 
Two Rivers and Mrs. William (Eileen) Mosuch of Two Rivers; four brothers, Charles, 
Louis and Thomas of Route 3, Two Rivers and James of Two Rivers; a foster brother, 
Roy Vigue (sic) of Two Rivers and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death 
by an infant daughter. 
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home Inc., Two Rivers from 4 p.m. 
Sunday Memorial service 7 p.m. Sunday. The Knights of Columbus will participate.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 24 1981 p.3
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(Obituary states he is in Knollwood but stones are in Holy Cross, Two Rivers)


EUGENIE LECLAIR 

Funeral Services For Mrs. David LeClair To Be Monday
Funeral services for Mrs. David Le Clair, 61, who passed away yesterday after-
noon at the home on Lincoln Ave., will be held from the St. Luke's church Monday 
morning. She suffered a heart stroke on her birthday a week ago and failed rapidly 
since that time. Her maiden name was Eugenie Gagnon and she was born here in 1871. 
She was married in 1890 to David Le Clair, who survives her with two daughters, 
Mrs. Joseph Franken of Manitowoc and Elizabeth of this city, and two sons, George 
and Francis, both of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, January 16, 1932 P. 10

FRANCIS "NICK" "TUNER" LECLAIR

Two Rivers - Francis Nick "Tuner" LeClair died on Tuesday, November 19, 2019. Francis was born on November 8, 1928, son of Agnes (Taddy) and Francis LeClair in Two Rivers, Wisconsin. He was a graduate of Washington High School in Two Rivers in 1946. Nick served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. In 1960, he married the former Janis (Anderson) LeClair. They raised five children (Jeff, Don, Doug, Gene and Sandy. Additional details on his life can be found by visiting www.dejamartin.com.
Funeral services will be held at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3201 Mishicot Road, Two Rivers, on Friday, November 22, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. Military graveside honors will immediately follow the service. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. There will be no Thursday night visitation.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., November 20, 2019

FRANK J. LECLAIR    (d. 1938)

Scarlet fever claimed the life of Frank Le Clair Jr., 4 1/2 year old son of 
Frank Le Clair, Two Creeks fisherman, at the municipal hospital Saturday. He 
was ill 4 days.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday with the Rev. James Kelly officiating 
and with interment in Holy Cross ceemetery.
The youth was born in Two Creeks Jan. 15, 1934. He is survived by his parents and 
five brothers and six sisters. The sisters are Mary Jane, Margaret, Rosemary, 
Olive, Patsy and Eileen. The brothers are Charles, Eugene, Louis, James and Thomas.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 31, 1938 P. 2


FRANK J. LECLAIR    (d. 1974)

Frank LeClair, 86, of Rt. 1, two Rivers, longtime commercial fisherman, former 
assemblyman and a veteran of World War I, died early Friday night at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Paul Schumacher officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born at Two Rivers, Jan. 1, 1888, a son of the late Charles and Olive 
Gauthier LeClair. He married the former Irene Frasch of Two Creeks at St. Luke 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers, Aug. 28, 1917.
A member of Eleven Gold Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars of Two Rivers, 
Mr. LeClair was also a former member of the Town of Two Creeks School Board, a 
former director of the Manitowoc County Farm Bureau and a member of the West Shore 
Sportsmen's Club.
Besides his wife he leaves six daughters, Mrs. Donald (Mary Jane) Nejedlo, of 
Waukesha, Mrs. Melvin (Margaret) Behrendt, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Richard (Olive) Weber, 
of Racine, Mrs. George (Patricia) Schwerma, of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, Mrs. Claude 
(Rosemary) Richmond and Mrs. William (Eileen) Mosuch, of Two Rivers; five sons, 
Charles, at home, Eugene, Louis and Thomas of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, and a foster son, 
Roy Vigue, of Two Rivers; six sisters, Mrs. Norbert Frasch, Mrs. Everett Lau, Mrs. 
Ben Wolf and Mrs. Edmund Danner, of Two Rivers, Mrs. Ted Buyeske, of Milwaukee, and 
Mrs. Frederick Schultz, of Appleton; three brothers, Norman, of Two Rivers, and 
Joseph and Wilbur LeClair, of Sun city, Ariz. There are 56 grandchildren and four 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. 
Sunday where memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Saturday, May 4, 1974 P. 10
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(01 Jan 1888/May 1974/SSDI)
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Frank LeClaire(sic), son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas LeClaire and Miss Irene Frasch, 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Frasch of the Town of Two Rivers were married 
Tuesday morning at St. Luke's church. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Father 
Geissler. Both are well known and popular in the community. The Reporter extends 
congratulations.
The Reporter, Fri., Aug. 31, 1917


GEORGE J. LECLAIR

George J. LeClair, 79, of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, a member of one of the area's 
earliest families in the commercial fishing industry who had authored several 
widely circulated articles on how commercial fishing could be improved, died 
unexpectedly at the home early Saturday morning.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, the Rev. Paul 
Schumacher officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mr. LeClair was born Dec. 14, 1891, at Two Rivers, a son of the late former City 
Councilman David and Genevieve Gagnon LeClair. He married the former Mary Taddy 
at Two Rivers April 28, 1914. Their golden wedding anniversary was observed seven 
years ago.
In retirement at his rural Two Rivers home since 1951, Mr. LeClair has been 
engaged in pound net fishing for nearly 40 years, and associated earlier with his 
father, who became an authority on commercial fishing on the Great Lakes. He 
served several years on the school board of the Town of Two Rivers. He was also a 
member of Mother of Hope Council No. 1957, Knights of Columbus, Holy Redeemer 
parish, its Holy Name Society, and the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin.
Besides his wife he leaves three daughters, Doris at home, Mrs. Robert (Agnes) 
Johnson of Green Bay, and Mrs. Ben (Ione) Graycarek of Appleton; eight sons, 
Germain of Tuscon, Ariz., Raphael, Sylvester, Bernard, Allen and Leon of Two 
Rivers, Roger at home, and Jude of Two Creeks; a sister, Mrs. Joseph Franken 
of Racine; a brother, Francis of Rhinelander; 36 grandchildren, and 10 great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Monday where memorial services, 
in which the Knights of Columbus will participate, will be at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 12, 1971
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George J. LeClaire and Mary Taddy, both of the Town of Two Rivers were joined 
in marriage at St. Luke's church Tuesday morning, Rev. Father Hugo officiating. 
The groomsmen were Wm Taddy, Paul Taddy and Frank LeClaire. The bridesmaids were 
Agnes Taddy, Emma Gagnon and Elizabeth Gagnon. After the ceremony the relatives 
and friends to the number of about 50 repaired to the home of the bride's parents 
where a sumptuous wedding feast was served and other festivities enjoyed.
The bride is a daughter of Nic Taddy, a well known farmer and the groom is a son 
of David LeClaire, one of our successful fishermen. They will reside in the Town 
of Two Rivers where George is engaged in fishing with his father.
The Reporter, Sat., May 2, 1914


HILARY N. LECLAIR

Hilary N. LeClair, age 80, of 1011 21st St., Two Rivers, died Thursday morning, 
June 10, 1999, at the Hamilton Memorial Home, where he had been a resident since 
March 23, 1999.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, June 14, 1999, at Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Larry Seidl with 
burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born December 18, 1918, in Two Rivers, son of the late Edward and Rose 
Colling LeClair. He graduated from St. Luke Parochial School in 1932 and Washington 
High School in 1936. On August 7, 1948, he married Ruth Feuerstein at St. Mark's 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. As a young man, Hilary worked with his father as a 
commercial fisherman in the family business known as LeClair Brothers until 1942. 
In February 1942, Hilary enlisted in the United States Coast Guard. He was a World 
War II veteran. During World War II he was stationed at Pearl Harbor for seventeen 
months. He was also stationed at Curtis Bay, Md., San Diego and Boston. He was in 
the service for four years. After his return from the service, he and his brother, 
Reuben purchased the fishing business from their father and ran it until 1959. He 
worked for Hamilton Industries for 23 years until his retirement in 1982. He played 
basketball for the semi-pro team, the Manitowoc Rockets. The team played in the 
Manitowoc Armory and faced opponents such as the Peoria Caterpillars, Chicago 
Collegians, New York Rens and the Harlem Globetrotters. He was voted to the National 
Gold Medal All American Team in Indianapolis, Ind. He was voted most valuable player 
in seven tournaments and won four best defensive player awards. He also was an avid 
baseball player. He played on the Two Rivers Polar Bears baseball team in the Northern 
State League when they won the championship. He served three years on the Two Rivers 
Recreation Board, one year as president. He served seven years on the St. Luke Athletic 
Association and three years as treasurer.
Survivors include his loving wife, Ruth of 51 years; and their four children, Cheryl 
(Reid) Stangel, and their children, Bradley, Bryan, and Brett, Monroe, Wis., Wayne 
(Cheryl) LeClair, and their daughter, Jennifer, Sheboygan Falls, Patrick (Cindy) LeClair, 
and their children, Michelle, Christopher, and Luke, Green Bay, and Dawn Taddy and her 
daughters, Marcia, Diana, and Catherine, Two Rivers. He is also survived by four sisters 
and four brothers-in-law, Irene (Stan) Lachowicz, Two Rivers, Lorraine (Elmer) Miller, 
Manitowoc, Joan (Danny) Paulow, Two Rivers, Carol (Delmar) Meissner, Two Rivers; four 
brothers and four sisters-in-law, Edward LeClair, Wickensberg, Ariz., Reuben (Violet) 
LeClair, Two Rivers, Daniel (Irene) LeClair, Two Rivers, Gerald (Lois) LeClair, Two 
Rivers, Ethel LeClair, Two Rivers. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Brian; 
and one brother, Elmer LeClair. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also 
survive.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 4-7 p.m. Sunday. 
A prayer service will be held at 6 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, June 11, 1999 P. A2


IDA LECLAIR

Ida LeClair, age 87, a resident of River's Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, 
Manitowoc, died Wednesday afternoon, July 19 2005 at River's Bend. 
Ida was born Feb. 14, 1918 in Hays, Kan., daughter of the late Peter and Sophie 
Kerner Zimmerman. On Aug. 16, 1942, she married Sylvester A. LeClair in Green Bay. 
He preceded her in death on March 8, 1978. 
Survivors include three sons and one daughter-in-law: Ronald and Charlotte LeClair 
of Mishicot; Claude LeClair and special friend, Lori LaRocque of Manitowoc; Leroy 
LeClair and special friend, Barbara Palmquist of Mishicot; four grandchildren: 
Patty (Mark) Emond; John (Jill) LeClair; Tracy (Dan) Kasten; Craig (Krista) LeClair; 
one stepgranddaughter: Heather Hartlaub; eight great-grandchildren; four stepgreat-
grandchildren; one half sister: Mary Henderson of Hays, Kan.; four brothers-in-law 
and four sisters-in-law: Allen and Marilyn LeClair of Two Rivers; Mr. and Mrs. 
Germain LeClair of Arizona; Rapheal LeClair of Manitowoc; Leon LeClair of the state 
of Washington; Wilifred LeClair and Rose LeClair, both of Two Rivers; one sister-
in-law and brother-in-law: Ione and Benjamin Graycarek of Green Bay; nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends. Ida was preceded in death by nine brothers; one sister; 
and one daughter-in-law: Shirley A. LeClair. 
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 22, 2005 at St. Peter the 
Fisherman Catholic Church, 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. 
The family will greet relatives and friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services 
on Friday, July 22, 2005 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church. 
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers, is 
assisting the LeClair family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 2005
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(14 Feb 1918/19 Jul 2005/SSDI)


IRENE LECLAIR    (d. 2010)

Irene M. LeClair, age 80, of 2815 36th St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Sunday, 
Oct. 17, 2010, at her residence following a brief illness. 
Irene was born April 25, 1930, in Door County, a daughter of the late Fred and 
Erna (Boness) Erdmann. She graduated from Southern Door High School in 1947. On 
Sept. 9, 1950, she married Daniel J. LeClair at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in 
Sturgeon Bay. He preceded her in death on Sept. 22, 2003. She was a charter member 
of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Two Rivers; a member of the choir; and was 
active with the quilters of the church. She enjoyed spending time at her trailer 
at Chaudiers Dock; she loved gardening, her dog, and the Green Bay Packers. Above 
all, she enjoyed the time spent with her family. 
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law: Gary and Maureen LeClair of Two 
Rivers; one grandson: Christopher (Michelle) LeClair, Two Rivers; two step grand-
children: Jessica Hoffmaster and her husband, Todd of Oregon, Wis., and Joseph 
Wilhelm and his wife, Wendy of Manitowoc; four stepgreat-grandchildren: Brady 
Korte, Shawn Tuma, Rory Wilhelm, and Joseph Wilhelm, Jr. She is further survived 
by two sisters and a brother: Marian Kunstmann, Shoto, Doris (Kenneth) Mueller, 
Two Rivers, Marvin (Bernice) Erdmann, Elkhart Lake; several sisters-in-law and 
brothers-in-law who include: Diane Erdmann of Green Bay, Gerald LeClair, Two Rivers, 
Edward (Iris) LeClair, Arkansas, Ruth LeClair, Violet LeClair, Joan Paulow, and 
Carol (Delmar) Meissner all of Two Rivers; her godchildren: Sara Radginski and Paul 
Kunstmann; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; and her very special dog 
"Maggie". In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two 
brothers: Dale and Donald Erdmann; and in-laws: Irene (Stanley) Lachowicz, Loraine 
(Elmer) Miller, Elmer (Ethel) LeClair, Hilary LeClair, Rueben LeClair, and Daniel 
Paulow. 
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2010, at Good 
Shepherd Lutheran Church, 3234 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers. The Rev. David Hintz will 
officiate at the service, with burial to follow in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, 
from 5 until 8 p.m. Wednesday evening, and at the church Thursday morning, after 
9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30 a.m. 
Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, October 2010


J. IRENE LECLAIR

Mrs. Irene LeClair, 94, of 13007 Lakeshore Rd., Two Rivers, died Saturday 
afternoon, July 9, 1988 at home. Funeral services will be 10 am Tuesday at 
Holy Redeemer Catholic church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will 
officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. LeClair was born February 27, 1894, daughter of the late Louis and Mary 
Jane Short Frasch. She was married to Frank J. LeClair, August 28, 1917 at 
St. Luke Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in 1974. Mrs. LeClair 
was a charter member of Ladies of St. Luke, a member of Ladies of Holy 
Redeemer, a member of V.F.W. Auxiliary and Twin Elder Homemakers.
Survivors include four sons and three daughters-in-law, Charles LeClair, Louis 
and Margaret Leclair, James and Catherine LeClair, Thomas and Cele LeClair, 
all of Two Rivers; five daughters and sons-in-law, Margaret and Melvin Behrendt 
of Manitowoc, Rosemary and Claude Richmond of Two Rivers, Olive and Richard 
Weber of Racine, Patricia and George Schwerma of Two Creeks and Eileen and 
William Mosuch of Two Rivers; a brother and sister-in-law, John and Adeline 
Frasch of Mishicot; a daughter-in-law, Rose Mary LeClair of Two Rivers; 54 
grandchildren; 48 great grandchildren; special friends, Helen Hoffman and Paula 
Tardiff. She was preceded in death by a daughter and son-in-law, Mary Jane and 
Donald Nejedlo, two sons, Eugene and Frank Jr. and four brothers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 
8 pm this Monday, where a parish memorial service will be 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Jul. 11, 1988 page 13
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(27 Feb. 1894/9 July 1988/SSDI)
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Frank LeClaire(sic), son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas LeClaire and Miss Irene Frasch, 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Frasch of the Town of Two Rivers were married 
Tuesday morning at St. Luke's church. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Father 
Geissler. Both are well known and popular in the community. The Reporter extends 
congratulations.
The Reporter, Fri., Aug. 31, 1917


JEFFREY LECLAIR

Jeffrey F. LeClair, 26, of 13119 Lakeshore Road, Two Creeks, died Wednesday 
morning, Dec. 18, 1991 at his residence. Funeral services will be at 10:00 am 
Saturday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, Rev. Paul Schumacher 
officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born May 13, 1965 in Two Rivers, son of Rose Mary Glaser and the late 
Eugene A. LeClair. Jeff graduated from Mishicot High School in 1983 and from 
L.T.I. in 1984. He was employed at Bonfigt Heating and Sheet Metal and was a 
member of the Town of Two Creeks Volunteer Fire Department.
He is survived by his mother, Rose Mary LeClair of Two Creeks, a sister and 
brother-in-law, Donna and David Christopherson of Chilton, a brother and sister-
in-law, Gene and Debbie LeClair of Two Creeks; his fiancé, Kim Brouchoud of 
Mishicot, nieces and nephews, Scott, Tracy and Curtis Christopherson, Adam and 
Natalie LeClair, his maternal grandmother, Eleanor Glaser of Two Rivers, his 
godparents, Henry and Betty Meyer of Manitowoc and many aunts, uncles and 
cousins.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home from 4 pm until 8 pm on Friday. 
There will be a parish memorial at 6:30 pm Friday. Memorials may be made to the 
American Heart Association.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Dec. 19, 1991 page B10


JOAN LECLAIR

Joan LeClair (nee Jaeckel), resident of Waukesha, WI. Entered into Eternal 
Life on Monday, August 29, 2011 at the age of 76 years.
Beloved wife for 55 years of Dale F. LeClair. Cherished mother of (private). 
Proud grandmother of 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Dear sister 
of (private). Joan is further survived by other loving relatives and dear 
friends especially her special friend (private). She was preceded in death 
by her parents, Albert and Esther Jaeckel and her infant son Claude Joseph.
The family will receive friends at the Funeral Home on Thursday, September 1, 
from 4:00 PM until the time of Prayer Services at 7:00 PM and again on Friday 
at ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH, 830 County Road NN East, Mukwonago from 10:00 
AM until 10:45 AM with the celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial 
beginning at 11:00 AM, with Fr. Mick Savio officiating. Committal Services 
with inurnment will be on Wednesday, September 7, at 11:00 AM at Holy Cross 
Cemetery in Two Rivers. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Joan's name may be 
directed to AngelsGrace Hospice in Oconomowoc.
Joan truly loved to knit, weave and spin, having belonged to many guilds. She 
loved to teach her special skills in elementary schools and 4-H clubs, showing 
her spinning skills during engine shows. Joan entered many different exhibitions 
at the Waukesha County Fair and the State Fair. She also enjoyed judging other 
peoples work and demonstrating her work. Joan was full of lots of energy and 
vitality even during her illness, demonstrating the true gift of giving even 
while enduring chemo she taught others to knit. Together, Joan and Dale belonged 
to various car clubs, touring in their 1930 Model A, Ford, which brought back 
childhood memories to Joan, since that was the kind of car she drove. Joan's 
true love was spending time with her family and friends at Dale and her cottage 
on Lake Michigan.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to Father Mick 
Savio, AngelsGrace Hospice in Oconomowoc and the staff of Waukesha Pro-Health 
Oncology Dept. for the loving care and concern shown to Joan and her family.
SCHMIDT & BARTELT Funeral and Cremation Service, 930 Main St., Mukwonago, 
262-363-7126 www.schmidtandbartelt.com
Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 31, 2011


JOHN VICTOR LECLAIR    (d. 1990)

John V. LeClair, 41, of 1710 Emmet Street, Two Rivers, died Friday afternoon, 
August 10, 1990 at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 
10 am Monday at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David Beaudry will 
officiate with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born April 1, 1949 at Two Rivers, son of John A. and Lucille Hermann 
LeClair. He served in the United States Coast Guard for four years. He married 
Catherine Laurin on April 12, 1969 at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Mr. LeClair was employed at Paragon Electric, Two Rivers.
Survivors include his wife, Catherine; three sons, John K., Justin and Jeffrey, 
all at home; two daughters, Jennifer at home, Jodi of Two Rivers; his parents, 
John A. and Lucille LeClair of Two Rivers; a sister and brother-in-law, Marlene 
and Roland Bornemann of Mishicot; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ken and 
Lois Laurin of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers, 9 am Monday morning 
and until the time of services. There will be no Sunday evening visitation at 
Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Aug. 12, 1990 page B12
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[bur. 08-13-1990/age 41 yrs.]


JOHN A. LECLAIR    (d. 1999)

John A. LeClair, age 87, a rural Two Rivers resident died early Sunday morning 
April 4, 1999, a North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 7, 1999, at the Deja & 
Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. Deacon Jim Sustman will officiate at the 
service. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born January 10, 1912, in Two Rivers, son of the late Nelson and Theresa 
Colling LeClair. He was married to Lucille Herman in November of 1935 at Manitowoc. 
John was a longtime commercial fisherman in Two Rivers fishing with family and 
owning his own fish tug. He always enjoyed the outdoors.
Survivors include his wife, Lucille, Two Rivers; one daughter, Marlene Bornemann, 
Two Rivers; one daughter-in-law, Catherine LeClair, Green Bay; nine grandchildren; 
one step-granddaughter; 12 great-grandchildren; two brothers and four sisters-in-
law, Victor and Janet LeClair, Two Rivers, Dale and Joan LeClair, Waukesha, Theresa 
LeClair, Two Rivers, Lillian LeClair, Manitowoc; one sister, Miss Constance LeClair, 
Two Rivers; a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. 
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, John V. LeClair; an infant 
daughter, Claudia; a son-in-law, Roland Bornemann; one infant granddaughter, Desiree; 
one step great granddaughter, Bridget; five brothers, Leonard, Victor Sr., Norbert, 
Lawrence and Fr. Claude LeClair and by four sisters, Mary Schultz, Loretta LeClair, 
Angeline Kummerow and Dorothy Defnet.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels after 5 p.m. Wednesday until 
the time of service at 6 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the Roger's Street Fishing Village.
The family would like to extend a very special thank you to Dr. Karl Larson, the 
staff at the Two Rivers Community Hospital and especially the staff at North Ridge 
Medical & Rehabilitation Center for all their loving care and concern given to John. 
Herald Times Reporter, April 6, 1999 P. A2
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(10 Jan 1912/04 Apr 1999/SSDI)


JOSEPH F. LECLAIR    (d. 1981)

Joseph F. LeClair, 83, of 3319 Bellevue Place, Two Rivers, died Saturday evening, 
Nov. 21, at Family Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Don Becker will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. LeClair was born May 24, 1896, at Two Creeks, son of the late Charles and 
Olive Gauthier LeClair. He attended Twin Elder School at Two Creeks. He married 
Agnes Smongeski in 1922. She preceded him in death in 1953. He then married Dora 
Cornils in 1954. She preceded him in death in 1963. He then married Adelia 
Engelland in 1964. Mr. LeClair was a commercial fisherman until the late 1950's. 
He then owned Sandy Bay Mink Ranch until the late 1960's.
Survivors include his wife, Adelia; two sons, Peter and Paul of Two Rivers; six 
daughters, Mrs. Luke (Ruth Ann) Taddy and Mrs. Harold (Maryon) Lohr of Two Rivers, 
and Mrs. John (Lois) Mesich, Mrs. John (Nancy) Becker, Mrs. Ralph (Frances) Klabunde 
and Mrs. Jim (Susie) Cerny of Milwaukee; a brother, Wilber of Sun City, Arizona; six 
sisters, Mrs. Jenny Frasch, Mrs. Everett (Julia) Lau, Mrs. Ceil Wolf, and Mrs. Helen 
Danner of Two Rivers, Mrs. May Buyeski of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Olvie Schultz of 
Appleton; 36 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 
a daughter, Helen Zelinski, a sister and four brothers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 6 o'clock 
this Monday where a memorial service will be at 6:30 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, November 23, 1981 P. 3
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(24 May 1898/Nov 1981/SSDI)

KATHERINE A. LECLAIR

Katherine Ann "Kathy" LeClair, age 59, of 2130 CTH VV Two Rivers, died Monday February 25, 2013 at her residence.
Kathy was born February 25, 1954 in Two Rivers to the late Floyd M. and Dorothy (Kubsch) Lawler. She attended Two Rivers Public Schools, and was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers. Kathy loved the outdoors & enjoyed gardening; she was also a great animal lover who loved her cats and had a love for German Shepherds. She enjoyed training horses, barrel racing and pole bending, and was a member of A.Q.H.A., and N.B.H.A. Above all, she cherished the time spent with her grandchildren. Kathy was employed for several years at the Susie Q Fish Company of Two Rivers.
Survivors include her daughter, Jamie LeClair & special friend, Kevin Schnell of Two Rivers; two grandchildren, Raven Storm LeClair and Zaida Ann Rose LeClair; one sister and brother-in-law, Sandy and Dan Shambeau; and one brother, David Lawler, all of Two Rivers. She was preceded in death by her parents, and one brother, Danny Lawler.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, March 4, 2013 at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 - 18th St. Two Rivers. Deacon Paul Gleichner will officiate at the service. Cremation has taken place.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Monday, March 4, 2013 from 3:00 until 4:00 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., March 1, 2013 pg. A3

LESTER E. LECLAIR

Buddy LeClair of Two Rivers Crash Victim
Car Misses Curve at Mishicot, Goes Over Embankment (photo)
Lester E. (Buddy) LeClair of 1918 Jackson street, Two Rivers, became Manitowoc 
county's second 1950 traffic fatality at 5:30 a.m. today when he died of 
injuries sustained in a crash five hours earlier. He would have been 22 on May 
25.
The crash occurred when Leclair's car missed a curve and hurdled an embankment 
in Mishicot at 12:30 a.m. A passenger in the car, Harvey Frasch, 23, of Two 
Rivers, escaped with head laceration.
Both men were taken to Two Rivers Municipal hospital in Meihsner's ambulance. 
LeClair died five hours later of a skull fracture, according to Coroner Theodore 
Teitgen.
The LeClair car had just crossed the East Twin bridge in Mishicot when it failed 
to make a left turn, according to the report of County Officers Jack Jackson and 
William Falvey. It rolled over in a field.
LeClair was pinned between the open door and the frame of the overturned car. He 
was freed by Meihsner employes.
Worked as Fisherman
The victim, a commercial fisherman, had just purchased the 1938 model car. Three 
weeks ago he returned from Florida where he worked on a commercial fishing boat 
during the winter season.
Frasch, who was visiting Two Rivers over the week end, is a student at a Chicago 
radio school and was to have returned to Chicago this morning. He and LeClair 
(unreadable sentence).
The automobile in which the pair was riding sustained $350 damages.
Funeral services for LeClair will be held at St. Luke church, Two Rivers, at 9 
a.m. Wednesday. Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery. The rosary will be 
recited at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home at 7:45 Tuesday night. Friends 
may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday.
Graduated in 1948
Born in Two Rivers in 1928, LeClair was educated in the grade schools of the city 
and was graduated from Washington High school in 1948. He was a member of the Holy 
Name society of St. Luke's church.
He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman LeClair, Sr.; three brothers, 
Alfred of Two Rivers, Earl of Manitowoc,and Norman Jr., at home; four sisters, Mrs. 
Walter Rocklewitz, Mrs. Robert Gandee and Mrs. Carl Rudolph, all of Two Rivers, and 
Virginia, at home. LeClair is further survived by his grandmother, Mrs. Charles 
LeClair, of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 8, 1950 P. 1


LOIS J. LECLAIR

Lois J. (Wondrash) LeClair, age 73, of Two Rivers, died Friday morning, Oct. 15, 
2010, at North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Lois was born Nov. 26, 1936, in Green Bay, daughter of the late Raymond and Marie 
(Volm) Wondrash. She graduated from Denmark High School with the class of 1954. 
On Sept. 15, 1956, she married Gerald C. LeClair at All Saints Catholic Church 
in Denmark. She was employed as a CNA at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Lois 
was a member of the St. Luke Athletic Council, was an adviser for the St. Luke 
Cheerleaders and a member of the V.F.W. She also volunteered at North Ridge 
Medical & Rehabilitation Center.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) 
She was preceded in death by one son-in-law: Gary Thomas; one brother: Corky 
Wondrash; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Irene and Stanley Lachowicz; Loraine 
and Elmer Miller; Elmer and Ethel LeClair; Hilary LeClair, Ann LeClair, Reuben 
LeClair, Daniel LeClair and Daniel Paulow.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Cremation has occurred at All-Care Cremation 
Center and Lois will be laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday evening, 
Oct. 18, 2010, at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Visitation will 
continue on Tuesday morning from 10 until the time of service at 11.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family for a memorial in 
Lois' name to be announced at a later date.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 17, 2010


LORETTA LECLAIR    (d. 1987)

Loretta LeClair, 87, of 1813A Washington St., Two Rivers, died Monday afternoon, 
October 26, 1987 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will 
be 10 am Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will 
officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Loretta was born April 14, 1900 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Nelson and 
Theresa Colling LeClair. She attended St. Luke Parochial School and for many years 
was employed at the Two Rivers Reporter and later was employed at Langer Brothers 
Garage from where she retired in 1967.
Survivors include four brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Lucille, Lawrence and 
Theresa, Victor and Janet, all of Two Rivers, Dale and Joan of Waukesha; three 
sisters, Miss Constance LeClair and Mrs. Angeline Kummerow of Two Rivers and Mrs. 
Dorothy Defnet of Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was preceded in death by four brothers, 
Leonard, Victor, Norbert and Father Claude LeClair and a sister, Mary Schultz.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 5 pm to 8 pm Wednesday where 
a memorial service will be at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Oct. 27, 1987 page 14
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[bur. 10-29-1987/age 87 yrs.]
(14 Apr 1900/Oct 1987/SSDI)


MARY LECLAIR    (d. 1974)

Mrs. Mary LeClair, 83, of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, died Sunday afternoon at Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. LeClair, nee Mary Taddy, was born March 23, 1891, in the Town of Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary Palm Taddy. She was married to George 
LeClair April 28, 1914, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in 1971. She was 
a member of the Women's Catholic Order of foresters.
Survivors include seven sons, Germain, of Tucson, Ariz., Sylvester, of Rt. 1, Two 
Rivers. Raphael, Roger, Bernard and Allan, of Two Rivers, and Leon of Bloomington, 
Ill.; three daughters, Mrs. Robert (Agnes) Johnson and Mrs. Ben (Ione) Graycarek 
Jr., of Green Bay and Miss Doris LeClair, of Manitowoc; six sisters, Mrs. Francis 
Leclair, of McNaughton, Wis., Mrs. Mark Gagnon, Mrs. Charles Pasek and Mrs. Martin 
Gagnon, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Frank Becker and Mrs. Joseph Francis, of Sheboygan; 
36 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Two sons preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 
o'clock this Monday afternoon, where a memorial service will be held at 8 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, November 18, 1974 P. 16
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George J. LeClaire and Mary Taddy, both of the Town of Two Rivers were joined 
in marriage at St. Luke's church Tuesday morning, Rev. Father Hugo officiating. 
The groomsmen were Wm Taddy, Paul Taddy and Frank LeClaire. The bridesmaids were 
Agnes Taddy, Emma Gagnon and Elizabeth Gagnon. After the ceremony the relatives 
and friends to the number of about 50 repaired to the home of the bride's parents 
where a sumptuous wedding feast was served and other festivities enjoyed.
The bride is a daughter of Nic Taddy, a well known farmer and the groom is a son 
of David LeClaire, one of our successful fishermen. They will reside in the Town 
of Two Rivers where George is engaged in fishing with his father.
The Reporter, Sat., May 2, 1914


MARY LECLAIR    (d. 1977)

Mrs. Mary LeClair, 86, of 1918 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Monday in Two 
Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday in St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. LeClair, nee Mary Pietroske, was born Jan. 1, 1891 in Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late Peter and Julia Kortas Pietroske. She was married to Norman LeClair 
April 21, 1914 in St. Luke Catholic Church. She was a member of Ladies of St. 
Luke and VFW Auxiliary.
Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Walter (Evelyn) Rocklewitz of Redwood City, 
Calif., Mrs. Karl (Edna) Rudolph, Mrs. Robert (Bette) Gandee and Mrs. Virginia 
Antonie of Two Rivers, 29 grandchildren and 39 great grandchildren. Four sons, a 
daughter, four brothers and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 6 p.m. 
Thursday, where a parish memorial service will be at 7 p.m. and a VFW Auxiliary 
service will be at 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, December 6, 1977 P. 3
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[Mary C. LeClair]
(01 Jan 1891/Dec 1977/SSDI)
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Norman LeClaire, son of Chas. LeClaire and Mary Pietroske, daughter of Peter 
Petroske, both of this Town of Two Rivers, were married at St. Luke's church 
Tuesday. Rev. Father Hugo performed the ceremony in the presence of relatives 
and a few friends. The young couple are both popular in the community. Mr. 
LeClaire is a successful fisherman. A dance was given in honor of the event at 
the Range Line Hall, where a large host of friends were royally entertained. 
The young people will make their home in the Town of Two Rivers.
The Reporter, Sat., Apr. 25, 1914 


NORBERT J. LECLAIR

Norbert LeClair, 77, of 8517 Oak Road, Two Rivers, died late Friday afternoon, 
June 7, at the Two Rivers Comunity Hospital.
Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Leo Schmitt officiated and burial was in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. LeClair was born July 25, 1907, at Two Rivers, son of the late Nelson and 
Theresa Colling LeClair. He attend St. Luke Parochial School and Washington 
High School. Mr. Leclair was a commercial fisherman most of his life and prior 
to retirement in 1972, he was employed at Mirro Aluminum Company for 18 years. 
He married the former Esther Schaden on November 24, 1937, at Two Rivers. Mr. 
LeClair was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters and a member of the 
Men of Holy Redeemer.
Survivors include his wife, Esther; three sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and 
Alice of Two Rivers, Richard and Elizabeth of Wausau, and Michael N. and Linda 
of Mishicot; three daughters and sons-in-law, Marie and Richard Racheleau of 
Two Rivers, Susan and Gary Luebke of Maribel, and Anne and Paul Thieman of Elroy, 
Wisconsin; four brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Lucille, Lawrence and 
Theresa and Victor and Janet of Two Rivers and Dale and Joan of Waukesha; four 
sisters, Miss Loretta, Miss Constance, and Angeline Kummerow of Two Rivers and 
Mrs.Dorothy Defanet of Albuquerque, New Mexico, 13, grandchildren and 1 great 
grandchild. He was preceded in death by a son, Patrick, three brothers, Leonard, 
Victor, and Father Claude LeClair, a sister, Mary Schultz, and a grandchild.
Visitation was held 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday evening with a memorial service at 
7 p.m. at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, June 11, 1985 P. 3
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[bur. 06-11-1985/age 77 yrs.]
(26 Jul 1907/Jun 1985/SSDI)


NORMAN E. LECLAIR  (d. 1977)

Norman E. (Cyc) LeClair, 87, of 1918 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died 
Thursday noon at his residence.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate with burial 
in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. LeClair was born Sept. 7, 1889, at Two Creeks, son of the late 
Charles and Olive Gauthier LeClair. He married Mary Pietroske April 21, 
1914, at St. Luke Cahtolic Church, Two Rivers. Mr. Leclair was a 
commercial fisherman all his life, former Two Rivers councilman and 
member of St. Luke Church.
Survivors include his wife, four daughters, Mrs. Walter (Evelyn) 
Rocklewitz, of Redwood City, Calif., Mrs. Karl (Edna) Rudolph, Mrs. 
Robert (Bette) Gandee and Mrs. Virginia Antonie, of Two Rivers; two 
brothers, Joseph and Wilbur, of Sun City, Calif.; six sisters, Mrs. 
Everett Lau, Mrs. Edmund Danner, Mrs. Ben Wolf and Mrs. Norbert Frasch, 
of Two Rivers, Mrs. Olive Schultz, of Appleton and Mrs. Mac Buyeski, 
of Milwaukee, 29 grandchildren and 36 great grandchildren. Four sons 
and a daughter preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers 
after 6 o'clock this Friday evening, where a memorial service will be 
at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, Friday, January 7, 1977 P.3
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(07 Sep 1889/Jan 1977/SSDI)
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Norman LeClaire, son of Chas. LeClaire and Mary Pietroske, daughter of Peter 
Petroske, both of this Town of Two Rivers, were married at St. Luke's church 
Tuesday. Rev. Father Hugo performed the ceremony in the presence of relatives 
and a few friends. The young couple are both popular in the community. Mr. 
LeClaire is a successful fisherman. A dance was given in honor of the event at 
the Range Line Hall, where a large host of friends were royally entertained. 
The young people will make their home in the Town of Two Rivers.
The Reporter, Sat., Apr. 25, 1914 


NORMAN R. LECLAIR  (d. 1970)

Norman R. LeClair, 36, of 1918 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Saturday 
night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 11 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the 
Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Norman LeClair was born July 10, 1933, at Two Rivers a son of former City 
Councilman Norman and Mary Pietroske LeClair. He attended St. Luke 
Parochial School and graduated from Washington High School in 1951. He 
married the former Mary Lou Rezachek Aug. 1, 1959, at Two Rivers. He had 
been an employe of Paragon Electric Co., Inc., Two Rivers.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Three brothers and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial services will be at 
8 o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 9, 1970


OLIVE LECLAIR

Mrs. LeClair of Two Rivers Dies on Wednesday  
Mrs. Olive LeClair, 84, (photo) 1422 10th street, Two Rivers, widely known 
resident of Two Rivers and widow of Charles LeClair, early Two Rivers and Two 
Creeks commercial fisherman, died at her home Wednesday night. She had been in 
failing health the past year.
Funeral services for Mrs. LeClair, for years active in church circles in Two 
Rivers, will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic church, Two Rivers. 
In the solemn requiem high mass, the Rev. Patrick McMahon will be celebrant, 
and the Revs. L.A. Stingle and John Schmitt will serve as deacon and sub-deacon, 
respectively. Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery, Two Rivers.
Born in Tannery
Mrs. LeClair, nee Olive Gauthier, was born in Tannery, town of Two Rivers in 
1866, a daughter of the late Carlos and Mary Gauthier, who immigrated from Quebec, 
Canada, nearly a century ago. Her father was one of the earliest employes of the 
old Wisconsin Leather company in the town of Two Rivers.
In 1883 she was married in Two Rivers to Charles LeClair, a member of one of the 
first families to engage in commercial fishing in this area. Her husband continued 
fishing operations in Two Rivers for three years after their marriage and then 
moved his activities to the town of Two Creeks, where he continued in the enterprise 
for 35 years.
In 1920 the LeClairs moved to Two Rivers, where the family resided since. In 1923 
Mrs. LeClair and her hsubnad purchased the Wisconsin House from the late Henry 
Kappelman, and after the death of her husband in 1936 she continued active management 
of the properties until her health began to fail. The couple observed its golden 
wedding anniversary in 1937.
14 Children
Of the 14 children born to the union, all but one survive. A daughter, Helen, died 
in infancy at Two Creeks. She leaves seven daughters, Mrs. Edward Kocmich, Mrs. 
Norbert Frasch, Mrs. Everett Lau, Mrs. Ben F. Wolf and Mrs. Edward Danner of Two 
Rivers, Mrs. Ted Buyeske, of Milwaukee, and Mrs. F.W. Schultz of Appleton, and six 
sons, Edward, Albert, Assemblyman Frank, Norman and Joseph all of Two Rivers, and 
Wilbur LeClair of Milwaukee.
Mrs. LeClair also leaves a sister, Mrs. Ted Sicicher of Kenosha, and two brothers, 
Frank of Two Rivers and John Gauthier of Munising, Mich. There are 60 grandchildren 
and 46 great grandchildren.
For many years Mrs. LeClair was active in the affairs of the Ladies altar society 
of St. Luke church and the Columbus Home association auxiliary.
Friends may call to view the body at the Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home Two 
Rivers from 7 p.m. Thursday to the hour of services. The rosary will be recited at 
the funeral home at 7:45 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 19, 1951 P. 20


PATRICK J. LECLAIR

Patrick James LeClair, five year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Norbert LeClair of 
route 1, Two Rivers, died Tuesday at St. Vincent hospital, Green Bay. Funeral 
services will be held at 10am Thursday at St. Luke church in Two Rivers with 
interment at Holy Cross cemetery. The parents, two brothers, Robert and Richard 
at home, two sisters, Marie and Susan at home, and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. 
Nelson LeClair and Mrs. Nick Schaden, all of Two Rivers, survive. 
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times July 19, 1950 p.2


PAUL JOSEPH LECLAIR    (d. 1986)

Paul J. LeClair, 61, of 324 22nd Street, Two Rivers, died Thursday, May 15, at 
the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 7 pm Monday evening 
at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will officiate and 
burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. LeClair was born September 6, 1924 at Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph F. 
and Agnes Smongeski LeClair. He served in the United States Marine Corp. during 
World War II. He married Carol Kvitek on October 27, 1951 at St. Luke Catholic 
Church. Mr. LeClair worked for the United States Postal Service for many years, 
retiring as Post Master. He was very active in City Government and was currently 
Two Rivers City Council President.
Survivors include his wife, Carol; seven daughters and three sons-in-law, Polly 
and Bruce Hickel of Florida, Trudy and Tom Dickenson of Two Rivers, Susan and 
Keith Gabel of Hawaii, Mary, Marsha, Christie and Nancee at home; two sons and 
a daughter-in-law, Joseph and Betsy LeClair of Two Rivers and Peter LeClair at 
home; six sisters and five brothers-in-law, Mrs. Luke (Ruth Ann) Taddy of Two 
Rivers, Mrs. Lois Mesich of Milwaukee, Mrs. Harold (Maryon) Lohr of Two Rivers, 
Mrs. John (Nancy) Becker of Milwaukee, Mrs. Ralph (Frances) Klabunde of Milwaukee 
and Mrs. Jim (Susie) Cerney of Milwaukee; a brother and sister-in-law, Peter and 
Eunice LeClair of Two Rivers; a stepmother, Mrs. Joe (Adelia) LeClair; an aunt 
and uncle, Maryon and Richard Horn of Two Rivers; and seven grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by a sister, Helen.
Friends may call at St. Luke Church, 4 pm to 7 pm Monday. Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, assisted the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., May 16, 1986 page 17
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[bur. 05-20-1986/age 61 yrs.]


PETER LECLAIR

D. Peter LeClair, 82, Two Rivers, was surrounded by his family 
on Sept. 5, 2011, when the Lord welcomed him home. 
Peter was born in Kidville (Two Creeks) on June 28, 1929, to the 
late Joseph and Agnes (Smongeski) LeClair. He attended the Twin 
Elder School in the town of Two Creeks until transferring to 
Washington High School in Two Rivers where he graduated in 1946 
at the age of 16. He was united in marriage to Eunice Thiede on 
Sept. 2, 1950, at St. Mark's Catholic Church. Fr. Wagner presided 
at the ceremony. 
Peter entered into the life of a commercial fisherman alongside his 
father and brother at age 12. He was a 3rd generation fisherman. 
Peter semi-retired in 1980 at the age of 52, but still continued to 
play a role in the business as senior advisor and net mender. The 
Susie Q Fish Co. was passed on to his three sons, and the family 
trade continues today. Peter came out of retirement in the early 
90's during the lean years of fishing to venture into the trucking 
business with his company, LeClair Trucking.
Pete enjoyed life to the fullest. In his younger years he took to 
the road at 100 mph on his Harley Davidson or his race car, the 4U2. 
He enjoyed bowling, playing dartball, playing the trumpet, and was 
always smiling when dancing a polka. He had a deep love for his big, 
white, 1990 Cadillac that still runs today. He was an avid sports 
fan who enjoyed the Brewers, Badgers, and especially the Packers. 
It was a real treat to have the family over for the game on Sunday 
afternoon. In recent years, he most enjoyed spending time with his 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 
Peter was a man dedicated to God, church, and prayer. He followed 
God's message by taking a special interest in helping others. He 
held many "social hours" at the fish shed where he gave many sermons 
to lead the misguided down the right path. He was a founder and 
longtime member of Grumann's Athletic Club. He was involved with 
The Central Great Lakes Fishing Association, and past member of the 
Two Rivers Kiwanis Club. He served as president of the Wisconsin 
Commercial Fisherman Association; was a member of the finance 
committee at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish; and was an active member 
of Rogers Street Fishing Village and the February Club.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He was preceded in death by his brother, Paul LeClair; four sisters, 
Maryon Lohr, Ruth Ann Taddy, Helen Zelinski, Lois Mesich; and two 
brothers-in-law, Donald and Thomas Thiede. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2011, 
at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3218 Tannery Rd. 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. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman 
Catholic Church, Thursday morning from 8 until 10:45 a.m. There will 
be no Wednesday evening visitation.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Peter's name may be made to St. Peter 
the Fisherman Catholic School or Rogers Street Fishing Village. 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 - 18th St. Two Rivers is assisting 
the LeClair family with funeral arrangements. Those we love don't go 
away. They walk beside us every day - unseen, unheard, but always near 
and still loved, still missed and very dear. Until we meet again, may 
God hold you in the palm of His hand.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Frs. (private) 
for their prayers and visits; and to Drs. (private) and the nurses and 
staff at Aurora Medical Center for their care and concern. They would 
also like to thank HomeCare Health Services and Hospice for assisting 
the family in bringing Peter home for his final days.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, September 6, 2011


RAYMOND G. LECLAIR

Raymond G. LeClair, 64, of 2002 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Monday in 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. Military graveside rites will be accorded Mr. LeClair by 
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1248.
Mr. LeClair was born March 7, 1915, son of the late Albert and Anna Duerschmidt 
LeClair. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army 
Armored Division from 1941 to 1945. He married Mary Konrath Sept. 16, 1961, in 
Two Rivers. Mr. LeClair had been a truck driver with Schmidt Lumber Company for 
many years and most recently was a maintenance man at Mid Cities Mall. He was a 
lifetime member of the VFW Post 1248 of Two Rivers.
Survivors include his wife, Mary, three brothers, Roland, Howard and Mark of 
Manitowoc and a sister, Mrs. Raymond (Bernice) Schwahert of Two Rivers. A sister, 
Dolores, preceded him in death in 1978.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Wednesday, 
where a memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, May 1, 1979 P. 3
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(The following is his wife Mary who is buried in Milwaukee):
Mary S. LeClair, age 88, of Two Rivers, born to eternal life on August 20, 1999, 
at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m, Tuesday, August 24, 1999, from Jelacic 
Funeral Home, 5639 West Hampton Ave., Milwaukee, to Blessed Trinity Church, Milwaukee. 
Rev. Michael Savio will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Interment 
will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee.
She was born April 14, 1910, in Austria, daughter of the late Josef and Julia Konrath.
Survivors include her twin sister, Pauline Dotzauer, Brookfield; nieces, nephews, sisters-
in-law, brothers-in-law, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her 
husband, Raymond LeClair; her brother, Joseph Konrath, and brother-in-law, Joseph 
Datzauer (sic), and sister-in-law, Mary Konrath.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, at the funeral home from 9 a.m until 10:30 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, August 22, 1999 P. A2


RONALD S. LECLAIR

Ronald S. "Goon" LeClair, age 66, of 2500 Garfield St., Two Rivers, died 
Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, at his residence.
Ronald was born Aug. 8, 1942, in Two Rivers, son of the late Sylvester and 
Ida (nee Zimmerman) LeClair. He first married Shirley Wiese, who preceded 
him in death. He then married Charlotte Dewey on May 21, 1983, at St. Mark's 
Catholic Church.
Ronald worked at Hamilton's on the assembly line of the wood plant for 45 
years, retiring in 2004. He enjoyed hunting, playing cards (poker & 7-card 
no peek), cars, gambling and working on his old farmstead.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Ronald was preceded in death by his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Alice and 
John Wiese and mother-in-law, Jeanette Dewey.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, at St.Francis of 
Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will 
be the Rev. Daniel Schuster with burial to follow services at Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, from 4 
to 8 p.m. at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers where a prayer 
service will be held at 7:30 p.m. The visitation will continue on Wednesday, 
Oct. 15, 2008, at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc, from 8:30 until 
10 a.m.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dr. (private), the Vince 
Lombardi Cancer Care Center, Hamilton Home and especially to Northland Lodge 
for the special care shown to Ronald and his family.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 13, 2008


ROSE LECLAIR (d. 1983)

Mrs. Rose LeClair, 94, a resident of Hamilton Home, Two Rivers, died Tuesday 
morning, Dec. 27, at the home.
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. LeClair was born Feb. 19, 1889, at Seymour, Wis., daughter of the late 
Leonard and Anna Baltes Colling. She married Edward LeClair on Nov. 26, 1912, 
at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Mrs. LeClair was a member of Ladies 
of St. Luke and a former member of the Two Rivers Senior Citizens.
Survivors include five sons and daughters-in-law, Hilary and Ruth LeClair of 
Two Rivers, Edward and Ann LeClair of Superior, Reuben and Violet LeClair of 
Two Rivers, Daniel and Irene LeClair of Two Rivers and Gerald and Lois LeClair 
of Two Rivers; four daughters and sons-in-law, Irene and Stanley Lachowicz of 
Two Rivers, Lorraine and Elmer Miller of Green Bay, Joan and Daniel Paulow of 
Two Rivers and Carol and Delmar Meissner of Two Rivers; 34 grandchildren and 
23 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1965, a 
son, Elmer, six brothers and five sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 5 
p.m. Wednesday. A parish memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, December 27, 1983 P. 3
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(19 Feb 1889/Dec 1983/SSDI)

ROSE LECLAIR (d. 2020)

Two Rivers - Rose F. LeClair, age 90, resident of Two Rivers, died peacefully Wednesday afternoon, February 19, 2020 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.
Rose was born in Manitowoc on October 30, 1929 to Joseph and Rose (Kellner) Welnicke and has been a lifelong area resident. On October 6, 1951, she married David J. LeClair in Two Rivers. David preceded her in death June 19, 1966. Over the years, Rose worked at Paragon Electric, Two Rivers Community Hospital, and the Hamilton Home, in addition to raising her family. She enjoyed getting together with her group of friends for morning coffee, Bus Trips with friends, traveling, baking, and gardening. Above all, Rose enjoyed the time spent with her family. She will be greatly missed.
Survivors include her nine children: Linda LeClair, Allen (Lori) LeClair, Joanne (Larry) Raatz, Theresa (Dennis) Elsen, Dennis (Mary) LeClair, Annette (Dennis) Popelars, Greg LeClair, Christopher (Kay) LeClair, and Judy (Mark) Nolting; her grandchildren: Holly (Ash) Bronk, Matthew LeClair (fiancé, Samantha), Haley Raatz (fiancé, Zachary), Tracy Raatz, Kristin (Roman) Valler, Gregory (Katrina) Elsen, Karen Wordell, JoAnn (Andy) Eckert, Jon (Erin) Popelars, Michael (Alyssa) Popelars; Max, Joel and Kyle LeClair; Rachel, Heather and Ryan LeClair; Lucas (Megan) Nolting, Jacob (Paige) Nolting, Nicholas Nolting, and Christina Nolting; thirteen great-grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren. She is further survived by one brother, Edwin (Geraldine) Welnicke; one brother-in-law, Allen LeClair; and two sisters-in-law: Winnie LeClair, and Ione (Ben) Graycarek; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, Joseph and Rose Welnicke; and her husband, David; she was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Barbara LeClair; one granddaughter, Misty Iles; one grandson, David LeClair; her father-in-law and mother-in-law: George and Mary LeClair; brothers and sisters: Alice (James) Blanchard, Mary (Ray) Evenson, Paul (Bette) Welnicke, Frank (Joyce) Welnicke, Ervin (Jeannie) Welnicke, Joseph (Marie) Welnicke; and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Germaine (Diana) LeClair, Sylvester (Ida) LeClair, Ben LeClair, Raphael LeClair, Leon LeClair, Roger LeClair, Doris LeClair, Agnes Ann (Roman) Denissen, and Jude (Donna) LeClair.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 22, 2020 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3201 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Dave Pleier, with burial 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 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.dejamartin.com.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th Street, Two Rivers is assisting the LeClair family with funeral arrangements.
The LeClair family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the ER Staff at Aurora Medical Center, especially Claire Pekarek, and the caregivers of Sharon S. Richardson Hospice, especially Cariann Petri and Rachel Kummer for the wonderful care and compassion extended to Rose. Special Thanks also to Carey Willman of Aurora Two Rivers Clinic for her loving care and kindness; and to Fr. Dave Pleier for his visits, prayers, and spiritual support over Mom's final days. The kindness extended is very much appreciated by our entire family.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., February 20, 2020

RUTH C. LECLAIR    (d. 2014)

Ruth C. LeClair, age 92, formerly of Two Rivers, currently a resident of 
Manitowoc, died on Monday afternoon, January 6, 2014, at St. Mary's at 
Felician Village.
Ruth was born June 3, 1921, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Frank and 
Selmar (Rabitsky) Feuerstein. She graduated from Washington High School with 
the class of 1939. On August 7, 1948 she married Hilary LeClair at St. Mark 
Catholic Church in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on June 10, 1999. 
Ruth was employed as a bookkeeper for various companies including the City 
of Two Rivers, Suettinger Hardware, and Lube Devices. She enjoyed spending 
time with her children and grandchildren, especially watching their sporting 
events. Ruth also liked to listen to her granddaughter's harp playing. She 
love baking and reading.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive.
She was preceded in death by an infant son: Brian; two brothers, Francis 
Feuerstein and Robert Feuerstein; two sisters: Bernice VanEss and Sr. Anthelma 
Feuerstein; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Irene Lachowicz, Lorraine 
Miller, Elmer LeClair, Reuben LeClair, Edward LeClair, and Daniel Leclair.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2014, at 
St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass 
of Christian Burial will be Rev. Peter Mitchell with burial to follow the 
service at Holy Cross Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic 
Church on Thursday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting 
www.kleinandstangel.com
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Ruth's name.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the entire staff at St. 
Mary's at Felician Village for the care and compassion shown to Ruth and her 
family.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2014
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Two Rivers Couple Says Nuptial Vows
The Rev. Claude LeClair, a cousin of the groom, officiated at the nuptial high mass 
this morning when Miss Ruth Feuerstein, daughter of Mrs. Selma Feuerstein, Two Rivers, 
and Hilary N. LeClair, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward LeClair, Two Rivers, repeated 
marriage vows.
The bride walked down the white carpeted aisle of St. Mark's Catholic church at 10:15 
o'clock to an alter decorated with white, yellow and pink gladiolas. She wore a gown 
of brocaded white satin featuring long puffed sleeves ending in points at the wrist 
and a sweetheart neckline accented by two seed pearl clips. From a fitted bodice a 
full skirt fell which ended in a long train. Her fingertip double tiered veil was 
trimmed with lace and held in place by a poke bonnet the brim of which was trimmed 
with pearl orange blossoms. She carried a cascade bouquet of white gardenias and white 
roses. 
The matron of honor, Mrs. Jerome Antonie of Manitowoc, and the bridesmaid, Miss Violet 
Gilbert of Manitowoc, wore identical dresses of marquisette and taffeta in yellow and 
blue respectively. The gowns had a fitted bodice of taffeta with cap sleeves and a 
round neckline. The full marquisette skirts which covered the taffeta skirts were 
trimmed with taffeta ribbons and bows. 
The matron of honor carried a cascade bouquet of white gladiolas centered with yellow 
roses and wore a cluster of yellow roses in her hair. The bridesmaid's bouquet was of 
white gladiolas centered with pink roses and she wora a cluster of pink roses in her 
hair. Both wore a string of pearls their gifts from the bride. 
Preceeding the bride down the aisle the flower girl, Sherry Van Ess, niece of the bride 
was attired in a gown of white taffeta which featured chantilly lace insertions at the 
neckline, a peplum, and short puffed sleeves. She wore a gold heart shaped locket, her 
gift from the bride and carried a cascade bouquet of white gladiolas each centered with 
pink roses and a cluster of rose buds in her hair. 
Ruben LeClair, brother of the groom served as best man while Danny LeClair another 
brother of the groom was usher. 
To witness her daughter's wedding Mrs. Feuerstein chose a black and white print dress 
with black accessories and the groom's mother wore a blue print dress. 
After the ceremony a dinner was served to 35 guests at Hessel's in Francis Creek, followed 
by a reception for relatives and friends at Timms from 4 o'clock to 7:30 o'clock for which 
Mrs. Dale Langley and Mrs. Milton Allie, friends of the bride poured. 
This evening when the young couple leaves for a wedding trip Mrs. LeClair will be wearing 
a navy blue suit with white accessories. When they return they will reside at 1911 Jackson 
St.
Mr. LeClair is a commercial fisherman and both are graduates of Washington high school.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 7, 1948 p.19


SHIRLEY LECLAIR

Mrs. Ronald (Shirley Ann) LeClair, 39, of Route 1, Two Rivers, died Sunday, 
August 9, at Two Rivers Community Hosptial.
Funeral services will be 9 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.
Mrs. LeClair, nee Shirley Ann Wiese, was born Oct. 6, 1941, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of John and Alice Sprang Wiese. She was married to Ronald LeClair June 9, 
1962, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Survivors include her husband, a son, Johnny and two daughters, Patty and Tracy 
at home; her parents, Mrs. (sic) and Mrs. John Wiese of Route 1, Two Rivers; 
three sisters, Mrs. Dale (Sharon) Braun and Mrs. Jeffery (Patricia) Fidler of Two 
Rivers and Pamela Wiese of DePere and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William 
Sprang of Route 1, Two Rivers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. 
Tuesday. A memorial service will be at 7 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, August 10, 1981 P. 3


SYLVESTER A. LECLAIR

Sylvester A. LeClair, 58, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, died late Wednesday morning in 
Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday in St. 
Luke Catholic church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and 
burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. LeClair was born November 6, 1919 in Two Rivers, son of the late George and 
Mary Taddy LeClair. He married Ida Zimmermann August 16, 1942 in Green Bay. Mr. 
LeClair was self employed all his life.
Survivors include his wife, three sons, Ronald of Rt. 1, Two Rivers and Claude 
and Leroy of Two Rivers; six brothers, Germain of Tuscan, Ariz., Raphael, Roger, 
Bernard and Allan of Two Rivers and and Leon of Sterling, Ill.; three sisters, 
Doris LeClair of Manitowoc and Mrs. Robert (Agnes) Johnson and Mrs. Ben (Ione) 
Graycarek Jr. of Green Bay and four grandchildren. Two brothers preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. 
Friday where a memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times - Thursday, March 9, 1978 - page 3
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(06 Nov 1919/Mar 1978/SSDI)


VICTOR LECLAIR    (d. 1936)

Well Driller Electrocuted
Two Rivers Man Victim When Pipe Contacts High Tension Wire
Victor LeClair, 31, widower, father of two children and son of State Conservation 
Commissioner Nelson LeClair, Two Rivers, was instantly killed early last evening 
at the Fairview golf course, north of Two Rivers, when a pipe he was handling in 
drilling a well came in contact with a high tension wire.
A current of 6,900 volts passed through LeClair's body.
Companion Burned
A companion, Ewald Schultz, 32, working with LeClair in sinking a well close to 
the highway on the golf course, was severly burned and also sustained a fractured 
shoulder. He is a patient at the municipal hospital in Two Rivers and is reported 
out of danger.
Dr. G.A. Rau, county coroner, who was summoned, said there will probably be no 
inquest. Dr. Arthur Zlatnik, first physician to reach the scene, pronounced that 
LeClair had been instantly killed by electrocution.
LeClair and Schultz, employee of the Reiss coal company, were voluntarily sinking 
a new well at the golf course for Manager Edward Kastroski in a plan to locate water 
closer to the clubhouse. They had a 20-foot piece of iron pipe and both had hold of 
the pipe ramming it into the ground.
Neither Noticed Wire
Neither person noticed the proximity of the high tension wire on the road near the 
point where they were at work. LeClair had hold of the pipe above Schultz and 
received the full effect of the voltage when the top of the pipe
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WELL DRILLER ELECTROCUTED
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scraped the wires.
Golfers and others at the Fairview course were attracted to the scene by Schultz's 
cries. LeClair's grasp on the pipe was released with difficulty.
Kastroski said the two men were sinking the well on the edge of the golf course 
during their spare time.
Victor LeClair was born in Two Rivers and in early life engaged in pound net fishing 
operations out of that port. Since 1929 he has been employed by the Reiss Coal company. 
Seven years ago he married Miss Adeline Ziarnik of Manitowoc. She died three years ago 
shortly after the birth of a son.
Funeral Monday
Survivors are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson LeClair; two sons, Victor Jr., 6 and 
Dale, 3; five sisters and five brothers.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the St. Luke's Catholic church, 
Two Rivers with interment in the Holy Cross cemetery.
The body is at the Jansky funeral home, Two Rivers and will be moved to the LeClair 
home Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, August 21, 1936 Pp 1,17


VICTOR E. LECLAIR    (d. 2004)

Victor E. LeClair Sr., age 74, of 817 26th St., Two Rivers, died peacefully 
following a short illness, Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2004, at Aurora BayCare Medical 
Center, Green Bay, surrounded by his loving family. Vic was born July 8, 1930 
in Two Rivers, son of the late Victor and Adeline (Ziarnick) LeClair and was 
also the adopted grandson of the late Nelson and Theresa (Colling) LeClair. He 
attended St. Luke Catholic Grade School and Washington High School, graduating 
with the class of 1948. 
On July 15, 1950, he married the former Janet Brull at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. Vic was employed at Hamilton Industries as an IBM Data Processing 
Supervisor for many years. He later owned and operated LeClair's East Side Beer 
& Liquor Store for 14 years, retiring from Imperial Eastman in 1983. Vic was a 
member of St. Peter the Fisherman Parish, Men of St. Peter the Fisherman, Knights 
of Columbus, Two Rivers Mother of Hope Council 1957, 
Hamilton Management and Good Fellowship Clubs. He volunteered for the Meals on 
Wheels Program, Point Beach Nature Center and various church activities at St. 
Luke Catholic Church. After retirement Vic and Janet enjoyed their winter trips 
to Lake Havasu City, Ariz. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy). He was preceded in death by one son: Brian 
LeClair; five brothers: Leonard, Norbert, John, Lawrence and the Rev. Claude; 
four sisters: Mary Schultz, Loretta LeClair, Angeline Kummerow and Dorothy Defnet. 
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 31, 2004 at St. Peter the 
Fisherman Parish, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. William 
O'Brien with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will greet 
relatives and friends Thursday (TONIGHT), Dec. 30, 2004 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. 
led by Father Bill. Visitation will continue on Friday, Dec. 31 at St. Peter the 
Fisherman Parish from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10 a.m.  The family extends 
a sincere thank you to the staffs of the Intensive Care Units of Aurora Medical 
Center, Two Rivers, Aurora BayCare, Green Bay, the Rev. Bill O'Brien and Chaplain 
Mike Murphy for their continued support and kindness.
Big Pa - Vic LeClair Sr.
Herald Times Reporter, December 30, 2004

To his four boys he meant more than anyone can,
To all others he was a gentle man.
We called him Big Pa until the day he would part,
Because of his size and that of his heart.
He worked hard in his life and taught us well,
To pick ourselves up whenever we fell.
Pa hid his discomfort and never complained,
But we knew the pain his body contained.
For fifty-four years he loved his wife,
And had a happy, joyous, wonderful life.
We'll all miss his humor, his brilliance and charm,
But there's solace in knowing God's protecting him from harm.
As I kissed the person whose name is the same,
And realized there was no one to blame,
I leaned over and whispered with a sigh,
See you later Big Pa, rest easy big guy.
-Vic LeClair Jr.
Herald Times Reporter Dec. 30, 2004


KATHERINE DUPUIS LEE

Mrs. Katherine Lee, 91, formerly of 1024 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died early 
Wednesday morning, Nov. 7, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 9;30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will 
officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Lee, nee Katherine Courchane, was born March 22, 1888, at Lena, Wis., 
daughter of the late Joseph and Virginia Boivert Courchane. She was married 
to Oliver Dupuis in 1907 at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded 
her in death in 1936. She was married to Fred J. Lee Sept. 8, 1950, at Des 
Moines, Iowa. He preceded her in death August, 1962. She was a member of the 
11 Gold Star Mothers and Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary Post 1248 and a 
life member of Holy Innocents Christian Mothers Altar Society.
Survivors include four daughters and sons-in-law, Evelyn and Bernard (Sam) 
Simono of Two Rivers, Violet and Robert Lee and Carol and Robert Deering of 
Manitowoc and Jeanette and Robert Wellsfry of Brown Deer; a step-son, F.J. 
Lee of Littleton, Colo.; a son-in-law, Kermit Bennett of Hertford, N.C.; a 
daughter-in-law, Mrs. Peggy Dupuis of Whittier, Calif., 17 grandchildren and 
19 great grandchildren. Two sons, Joseph and Mark, a daughter, Joan, and a 
granddaughter, Lou Ann Simono preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, where a 
prayer service will be at 7 p.m. and members of VFW Auxiliary Post 1248 of 
Two Rivers will hold a memorial service at 7:45 p.m. Memorials maybe made to 
the American Cancer Society.
Herald Times Reporter, November 7, 1979 P. 3


ELLEN LEFLER

Mrs. Roscoe (Ellen) Lefler, 55, of 2322-16th St., Two Rivers, who was instantly 
killed in a traffic accident in Waupaca County Saturday afternoon, will be at 
9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 
10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, the Rev. Gerald Berken officiating. Burial 
will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Lefler, nee Ellen O'Hearn, was born at Maple Grove March 2, 1915, a daughter 
of James and the late Marguerite Buckley O'Hearn. She was married Oct. 31, 1942, 
to Roscoe Lefler.
Besides her husband and father of Manitowoc, she leaves three daughters, Peggy of 
Seattle, Wash., Jean of Fond du Lac, and Nana, a student at the Wisconsin State 
University-Whitewater; four sisters, Mrs. William Klein and Mrs. Edward Coffin of 
Manitowoc, and Mrs. William Salutz and Mrs. Leonard Anderson of Green Bay; and 
three brothers, Micahel and George of Manitowoc, and James of Milwaukee.
Visitation at the funeral home will be after 5 p.m. Tuesday where memorial services 
will be at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 11, 1970 P. 11


ROSCOE W. LEFLER

Roscoe W. Lefler, 70, of 1530 Sanderson Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 
died Monday, October 1, 1984, at a local hospital, following a lengthy 
illness.
Memorial service will be held Saturday, October 27, at 11 a.m. at Holy Redeemer 
Church, Two Rivers. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Lefler was born March 28, 1914, at West Frankfort, Illinois, son of the late 
Alva Lefler and Myrtle May Woodring. He attended the University of Illinois at 
Champagne-Urbana receiving his BS & MA Degrees. He married the former Ellen 
O'Hearn in 1942 and she preceded him in death in 1970. He then married the former 
Beatrice J. Hodek on June 10, 1972, at Two Rivers, Wisconsin. Mr. Lefler was a 
United States Army Veteran serving the Pacific area in World War II from January 
1942 to 1945. He was a member of Elks Number 309 and the Baldwin House Music Club. 
Mr. Lefler retired from Hamilton Industries Hospital Suppliers. Mr. Lefler was a 
Two Rivers resident for 5 years.
Survivors include his wife, Beatrice; two step-sons, Roger Hodek of Green Bay, 
Wisconsin and Robert Hodek of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; three daughters, Peggy 
Morgan of Denver, Colorado, Jean Hastings of Marshfield, Wisconsin and Nana 
Ollenburg of Glendale, Wisconsin; a sister, Helen Merkle of Lakewood, Florida; 
three grandchildren and three step grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to University of Illinois; general scholarship fund.
Herald Times Reporter, October 9, 1984 P. 3
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In the obituary for Roscoe W. Lefler, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, which was 
published Tuesday, October 9, the funeral service has been changed to 10 a.m. 
on Saturday, October 27, at Holy Redeemer Church, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, October 11, 1984 P. 3
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(cremated)


LEROY LEHMAN

Rat Poison Fatal to 2 Years Old Farm Child
LEROY LEHMAN FINDS CAN ON CELLAR SHELF
Efforts Made To Revive Child Last Night Prove Fruitless
Little Leroy Lehman, two year and three month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles 
Lehman, town of Two Rivers, died at the Two Rivers municipal hospital at 8:20 
last night, five hours after he had eaten from a can containing rat poison.
The child was found by his mother in the kitchen of the Lehman farm home when 
she smelled the sulphur ingredient of the poison and rushed from a bedroom to 
investigate. She found her small son eating from the can, with his face and hair 
smeared with the poison paste.
The child, in some manner, had taken the can from a shelf over the basement 
stairway and pried off the lid.
Rushed to Doctor
"I don't know how the boy reached for the can on the stairway" said the father 
this morning. "It seemed to be out of reach, and only a week ago I placed the 
lid on the can very securely. It was a hard job then to pry the cover from the 
can."
The youngster, after taking the can from the stairway, brought it into the kitchen, 
took a knife from a box in the kitchen and pried the cover open, according to the 
mother.
Shortly before 4 o'clock Wednesday afternoon an elder brother, (Private), rushed 
the boy to the office of Dr. A.P. Zlatnik for treatment. He apparently was in no 
great pain at the time but he acted rather queerly, the brother declared.
After emergency treatment was administered the physician rushed the youngster to 
the hospital, where he died several hours later, all attempts at reviving the infant 
proving fruitless.
Funeral Friday
Little Leroy was born in Manitowoc on July 16, 1933, the parents having moved from 
Bear Creek, Outagamie county, several years ago. Nearly two years ago the family 
came to the town of Two Rivers where the father operated an 80-acre farm, two miles 
north of the city on Highway 42.
Besides his parents the deceased leaves six sisters; and four brothers (private).
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 Friday morning from St. Luke's Catholic 
church, with the Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in Holy 
Cross cemetery. 
The remains are at the Beduhn & Goetz funeral home from where the body will be 
removed to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, October 3, 1935 P.13


MAUDE LEHMAN

Mrs. Charles W. Lehman, 46, died early today at the home of her daughter, Mrs. 
Roland Raatz, Route 2, Two Rivers. She had been ill  several months.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9 a.m., from the Raatz home and at 
10 o'clock from the St. Mark's Catholic church, Two Rivers. Burial will be in 
the Holy Cross cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Lehman, nee Maud (sic) Malliet, was born at Deer Creek, Outagamie county. 
In 1909 she was married to Charles Lehman. They moved to this city from Outagame 
county 13 years ago. Four years ago they moved to a farm on Route 2, Manitowoc.
Survivors are the widower; six daughters, Mrs. Roland Raatz, Route 2, Two Rivers, 
Mrs. Joseph Gallenberger, city, Mrs. Daniel Grey, Jeannette, Marcelle, Shirley 
Mae, all of Route 2, Manitowoc; four sons, Clarence, Route 2, Two Rivers, Elmer, 
Bernard and Charles Jr., Route 2, Manitowoc; mother, Mrs. Jessie Malliet, 
Clintonville, Wis.; seven brothers, one sister, four grandchildren.
The body is at the Roland Raatz home, Route 2, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, July 8, 1937 P. 11
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[Maude Agnes Lehman]


EMIL LEMANCHEK

Emil M. Lemanchek, age 92, a resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, 
died Friday morning, July 24, 1998, at the Hamilton Home.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 28, 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.
Emil was born April 7, 1906, at Polonia, Wis., son of the late Jacob and 
Clementine Stark Lemanchek. He attended country school near Polonia. On June 30, 
1934, he married Evelyn Stanislawski at St. Adelbert Church, in Rosholt, Wis. 
She preceded him in death March 13, 1994. After moving to Two Rivers, the couple 
owned and operated a grocery store on Jefferson St. for many years. Emil was a 
former member of the Dartball team of Sacred Heart, and a former member of the 
Holy Name Society.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Leah Lemanchek, Two 
Rivers; one daughter and son-in-law, Geraldine and Don Belz, Two Rivers; five 
grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Jean Heavner, Salem, 
Ill., Eleanor Pietrzak, Milwaukee. Besides his wife, he was preceded in death 
by two brothers and three sisters.
Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church after 9:00 a.m. Tuesday until 
the time of Mass at 11:00 a.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 26, 1998 P. 2


EVELYN LEMANCHEK

Evelyn S. Lemanchek, age 81, of 3215 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers, died Sunday 
morning, March 13, 1994, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc.
Funerals (sic) Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, at Holy Redeemer Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate with burial at Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born December 20, 1912, in Rosholt, Wis., daughter of the late Michael 
and Anna Witkowski Stanislawski. She attended grade school at Rosholt. On 
June 30, 1934, she was married to Emil Lemanchek. The couple operated a grocery 
store on Jefferson St., Two Rivers for a number of years.
Survivors include her husband Emil, Two Rivers; a son and daughter-in-law, 
Robert and Leah Lemanchek, Two Rivers; a daughter and son-in-law, Geraldine 
and Don Belz, Two Rivers; three brothers, Raymond Stanislawksi (sic), Two 
Rivers, Ernest and Harry Stanislawski, Menasha; a sister, Virgina Lemke, 
Winchester, Wis.; five grandchildren; five great grandchildren. She was preceded 
in death by two sisters, Leona Bemowski and Irene Stanislawski.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, from 
5-8 p.m. Wednesday evening. A prayer service will be a (sic) held at 7:30 p.m. 
led by Father Schumacher.
Herald Times Reporter, March 14, 1994 P. A2


ROBERT LEMANCHEK

Robert J. "Bob" Lemanchek, age 73, of 3304 Prairie St., Two Rivers, died on 
Monday afternoon, Sept. 21, 2009, with his family at his side, at the Aurora 
Medical Center, Two Rivers, after a short bout with cancer.
Bob was born on May 3, 1936, in Manitowoc, son of the late Emil and Evelyn 
(Stanislowski) Lemanchek. He attended Sacred Heart Catholic Grade School, 
Two Rivers and Washington High School, Two Rivers, graduating with the class 
of 1954. Bob then served two years with the U.S. Army in Korea. On June 14, 
1958, he married Leah Beitzel at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Together, the couple owned and operated Bob's Bar in Two Rivers for 17 years. 
Bob also worked for Newton Sausage, Riverside Foods and Bill's Pick n Save. 
He was a longtime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, and the 
Holy Name Society; he was presently a member of St. Peter the Fisherman 
Catholic Church and the Men of St. Peter the Fisherman. Bob served as 
custodian for many years at Sacred Heart Church and also at St. Peter the 
Fisherman Parish, until the present time. He was a member of the American 
Legion Post No. 165 of Two Rivers; he enjoyed playing dartball, fishing, 
gardening and tinkering around the house and church - using his Polish 
Ingenuity. Bob also enjoyed playing cribbage and dominos with his wife 
until she beat him one too many times! He loved getting together with his 
many friends, but most of all loved the time spent with his family.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his in-laws, Edward 
and Agnes Beitzel; Fritz Krey; Sharon Havlichek; and Shirley and Dick Vanne.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009, at 
St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3218 Tannery Road, Two Rivers. 
Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William G. 
O'Brien, with burial to take place in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Military graveside rites will be accorded by members of the American Legion 
and VFW Post of Two Rivers, immediately following the Mass at St. Peter the 
Fisherman Catholic Church.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St. Two 
Rivers from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening (TONIGHT), Sept. 23, 2009. A parish 
prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m., led by Fr. Bill. Visitation will 
continue at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church Thursday morning from 9 
to 10:15 a.m.
Memorials given in Bob's name, may be made to the Stain Glass Window Fund of 
St. Peter the Fisherman Parish.
The Lemanchek family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the 3rd 
floor nursing staff at Aurora Medical Center for their loving, compassionate 
care extended to Bob, and the efforts of (private).
Herald Times Reporter, Sept 23, 2009


CATHERINE LEMERE

Mrs. Catherine LeMere Dies at Her Home Here
Death took from the eastside residents one of their best known neighbors when
Mrs. Catherine LeMere, 67, was summoned at her home at 1031 Harbor street
shortly after 10 o'clock Wednesday night.
Mrs. LeMere, a resident of that section of the city for more than a half
century, suffered a stroke of paralysis early in October and had failed
since.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete, but she will be buried from St. Luke's
Catholic church. The body will remain at the chapel of Wiebusch and Klein 
until the funeral.
Mrs. LaMere, nee Catherine Sand, was born in Saxonburg, August 23, 1865, and
was the daughter of the late Jacob and Magdalena Sand, pioneer residents of
the Mishicot township. Fifty-one years ago November 1, she was married in
this city to Peter E. LeMere, better known as Edward, an early coast guards-
man and for years a star baseball player and turner. He preceded her in death
seven years ago.
Surviving Mrs. LeMere is a daughter, Mrs. J.P. O'Neill, Milwaukee, and three
sons, Julius Edward, J. Frederick and Alvin LeMere, all of this city. There
are also 11 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 1, 1932  p.11
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Two Rivers news:
NOTE: Marriage.
Ed Lamere(sic), of this city, and Miss Katie Sandt, of Gibson, will be united 
in the bonds of matrimony to day (Monday.) Ed. is a young man who was born 
and bred here, and who has always enjoyed the reputaion of being a gentleman 
and a good fellow generally, and he has scores of friends here who wish him 
and his young bride all the success in the world. The event was duly 
celebrated by a social dance at Turner's hall this evening.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, November 22, 1881 P. 4
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(The following is her son's obituary)
J. Frederick LeMere, 78, of 1805 Adams St., Two Rivers, died shortly before noon 
Friday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient for a day. 
Private funeral services will be at 10:30 am Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers. Christian Science rites will be conducted with cremation 
to follow.
Mr. LeMere was born Aug. 7, 1887 at Two Rivers, son of the late Edwin and Katherine 
Sand LeMere. He attended Two Rivers public schools and had been employed at Hamilton 
Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, for a short time. He retired in 1950 from Manitowoc 
Shipbuilding Inc.
He married the former Mathilda Schwake Feb. 22, 1911 at Two Rivers. Surviving are 
the wife; a son, Ellsworth of Waukesha; two daughters, Mrs. Kathryn Notz of Two 
Rivers and Mrs. Winifred Richmond of Pensacola, Fla.; 12 grandchildren and a great 
grandchild. A son, Roland was killed during World War II.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 pm Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., April 1, 1966 page M11


ED. PETER LEMERE

EDW. LEMERE IS FOUND DEAD AT NEWTON DEPOT
Two Rivers Man Had Made Escape Tuesday from Asylum
Edward LeMere, former Two Rivers man who for more than thirty years has been
a charge at the county asylum and who made his escape last Tuesday, was found
dead on the floor of the North Western depot at Newton Sunday morning when the
place was opened. LeMere's death was due to apoplexy, probably caused by 
exertion and exposure in his wanderings since he fled the asylum Tuesday. No
inquest was deemed necessary.
LeMere disappeared from the asylum Tuesday afternoon while the county board 
was making an inspection of the institution and the doors were open, and is
believed to have intended to visit Two Rivers, where he had gone on previous
trips when he escaped on several occasions. LeMere was traced as far south as
Haven where he made inquiries as to how to reach Two Rivers and evidently
headed north Saturday. He appeared at the North Western depot at Newton about
6 Saturday night and Sunday morning was found dead on the floor, his head 
near the stove. The body was still warm, indicating that death had occurred
only shortly before the body was discovered.
The body was placed aboard the North Western paper train and brought to the
city and authorities notified. The remains will be taken to Two Rivers for
burial there. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at St. Lukes church.
Injured in Ball Game
An injury suffered in a ball game many years ago when he was a catcher with
the Two Rivers team and a star of the game, was responsible for the commitment
of Mr. LeMere who had been a patient at the asylum for thirty-two years. In
those days the catcher's mask was unknown to the sport and LeMere, while 
behind the plate, was struck in the face with a bat while catching. He never
recovered and after treatment had to be committed to the asylum as incurable.
In early days at the institution LeMere, who was a powerful man, was subject
to attacks of violent dementia but in late years had caused no trouble except
by reason of his frequent leave takings. On one occasion he made his way to
Two Rivers, found an abandoned boat, calked and repaired it and with a piece
of timber for a spar, made a sail and navigated the boat to Jacksonport his
former home where he was later found and returned.
Where LeMere spent the time from Tuesday afternoon until Saturday evening 
when he appeared at the Newton station of the North Western is not known but
it is believed that the man had been wandering about the country between this
city and Sheboygan and that the exposure and exhaustion which resulted was the
cause of his death.
Was 65 Years Old
LeMere was about 65 years of age and is survived by his wife, three sons,
Edward and Fred of Two Rivers and Albert of Milwaukee, and one daughter, Mrs.
John Kline of Milwaukee. Every effort had been made to restore him but the 
injury was permanent and nothing could be done for him and because of the
tendency to violence in earlier stages of the malady it was necessary to place
him in restraint.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, November 24, 1924  p.2
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News Article
Ed Lemere, an inmate at the County Insane Asylum again escaped from confinement 
last Friday afternoon. He had shackles on his feet when he escaped. Lemere is 
one of the most crafty inmates of our county asylum and has made frequent escapes 
and given the officers of that institution a great deal of trouble. His insanity 
is believed to be the result of the blow of a baseball bat received on his head 
while playing a game of ball at Sturgeon Bay several years ago and there are many 
who believe that he could be cured by a skillful trepanning operation to relieve 
the pressure on his brain caused by the indenture of his skull.
The Chronicle, Tues., Dec. 10, 1901


HARVEY LEMERE

Two Rivers news:
The infant baby of Mr. and Mrs. Leroy LeMere died at their home on East
Eighteenth street and will be buried this afternoon, interment at the 
Holy Cross cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 3, 1926 p.9


LEROY LEMERE JR

Five-Months-Old Child of LeMere Dies Saturday 
LeRoy LeMere Jr., the five months old son of Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy LeMere died 
at the home at 992 Pilon Court, Saturday evening.
The baby had been ailing for some time and died Saturday at 7:10 p.m. LeRoy Jr. 
was born on Jan. 10, 1934.
Funeral services will be held from the St. Luke’s Catholic church tomorrow 
afternoon at 2 o’clock, and burial will be at Holy Cross cemetery.
The only survivors are the parents.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 18, 1934  P.11


DONALD LOUIS LEMKE

Donald "Donnie" Lemke, age 76, of 1202 34th St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday evening, 
Dec. 6, 2005 at his residence. 
Donnie was born Oct. 20, 1929, in the town of Pella, son of the late Louis and 
Lucille (Prellwitz) Lemke. He graduated from Clintonville High School. On April 30, 
1949, he married Eileen Bork in Dupont. She preceded him in death on May 5, 1994. 
Donnie was a cheese maker by trade operating factories in Pella and Randolph. In 
1962, he moved his family to Two Rivers and obtained employment with the Mirro 
Corporation until his retirement in 1991. 
Donnie is survived by three daughters; one son and one son-in-law: Kathryn Adair, 
Two Rivers; Dale Lemke, Valders; Susan Lemke, Two Rivers; Lori (Mike) Redeker, Cato; 
five grandchildren: Tammy (Dana) Thielbar, Two Rivers; Jeffrey (Gretchen) Adair, 
Mishicot; Jodi Severson, Two Rivers; Jason Adair, Two Rivers; Karisa Lemke, Shoto; 
three great-grandchildren: Cavon, Kobe, and Teigan; two brothers and one sister: 
Carol (Bill) Druckrey, Oshkosh; Leroy (Betty) Lemke, Florida; Gerald (Shirley) Lemke, 
Wausau; and his little dog C.P. He is also survived by several other relatives and 
friends. He was also preceded in death by one son-in-law, two brothers-in-law, a 
sister-in-law, mother and a father-in-law. 
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2005, at Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. Officiating at the 
service will be the Rev. Kim Henning. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home on 
Saturday, Dec. 10, 2005, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
In his lifetime, Dad enjoyed music, occasionally playing the accordion and organ, 
dancing a good polka, fishing and camping and his little dogs. We love you daddy, 
we will miss you, we'll send you your love letters to Heaven.
Herald Times Reporter, December 2005


EILEEN NIOMA LEMKE

Eileen N. Lemke, age 63, of 1202 34th St., Two Rivers, died Thursday morning, 
May 5, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral Servicees will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 7, 1994, at Calvary 
Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate with burial in 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born August 2, 1930, in Waupaca County, daughter of the late William F. 
and Edna Gruenstern Bork Sr. She married Donald L. Lemke, April 30, 1949, at St. 
Paul's Lutheran Church, Marion, Wis. She was employed at Paragon Electric Company 
for 29 1/2 years retiring in August of 1992. She enjoyed sewing, camping with her 
family and was a member of the Ladies Powder Puff Pool League. Eileen enjoyed 
showing Issac a miniature donkey, at area nursing homes and schools.
Survivors include her hsuband, Donald, Two Rivers; a son, Dale Lemke, Valders; 
three daughters and one son-in-law, Kathryn Adair, Susan Lemke, Lori and Mike 
Redeker, all of Two Rivers; four brothers and a sister-in-law, Byron Bork, Duaine 
Bork, Arlyn Bork, William Jr. and Judy Bork, all of Marion, Wis.; two sisters and 
brothers-in-law, Myrna and Glenn Moder, Manitowoc, Donna and Robert Krueger, Manawa, 
Wis.; five grandchildren, Tammy (Dana) Thielbar, Mishicot, Jeffrey Severson, Jodi 
Severson and Jason Adair, all of Two Rivers, Karisa Jene Lemke, Valders; special 
friends, Eugene Adair, Two Rivers, Julie Wuench, Shoto, Julie Wood, Two Rivers; a 
very special friend, Vivian Kowalski, Two Rivers; nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Karen Bork.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 5-8 p.m. Friday, 
and at the Calvary Lutheran Church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services on 
Saturday.
Momma lost her fight against cancer.
Herald Times Reporter, May 5, 1994 P. A2


BABY GIRL LEPINE

Funeral services were held at 9 am Thursday at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. Adolph Dolezal officiating, for the day old infant daughter of Eugene 
and Ruth Rosik LePine of 1415 15th St., Two Rivers, who died at the Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital Wednesday afternoon.
Besides her parents, she leaves three sisters, Sharon, Dora and Janet and a 
brother, Duane, at home and her paternal grandmother, Mrs. Joseph LaPine of 
Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Oct. 12, 1956 page M13


CLIFFORD J. LEPINE

Funeral services for Clifford LePine, 59, formerly of Two Rivers and a patient 
at Manitowoc County Hospital for many years, who died Monday at Winnebago State 
Hospital, will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Clement LePine, a brother, of Ishpeming, Mich., will officiate. Burial 
will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. LePine was born Sept. 9, 1906, at Coleman, Wis., son of the late Joseph and 
Mrs. Margarete Dupuis LePine. When he was a child the family brought him to Two 
Rivers where the father established a blacksmith shop on Monroe Street. He 
attended St. Luke Parochial School and was an employe of Hamilton Mfg. Co. until 
stricken ill. Active in music circles, he had been a member of the Meistersinger 
Guild Male Chorus of Two Rivers and St. Luke Male Choir. He was also a member of 
St. Luke Court, Catholic Order of Foresters.
Besides his wife, the former Irene Kimmes, whom he married at Two Rivers Sept. 2, 
1933, and his mother and brother, he leaves a son, Joseph, of Milwaukee; four 
sisters, Mrs. Raymond Laque, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, Mrs. William Renk, of Green Bay, 
Mrs. William J. Koch of Two Rivers, and Sister M. Regis, of Altoona, Pa.; five 
brothers, Louis, Francis and Edward, of Milwaukee and Isadore and Eugene, of Two 
Rivers and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 6 
o’clock this Wednesday evening where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 o’clock. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 22, 1965  P.11


EUGENE R. LEPINE

Eugene R. LePine, 71, a resident of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, formerly of Two 
Rivers, died Thursday evening, July 2, 1987 at Park Lawn Home. Funeral services 
will be 11 am Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Clement LePine 
will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. LePine was born June 5, 1916 at Coleman, Wisconsin, son of the late Joseph 
and Margaret Dupuis LePine. He married Ruth Rosik on August 21, 1954. Mr. LePine 
was a longtime employee of Hamilton Industries, retiring in 1978.
Survivors include two daughters; two step-daughters; one stepson; two sisters, 
Octavia Laque of Manitowoc and Sister Regis LePine of Evanston, Illinois; four 
brothers and three sisters-in-law, Louis and Betty LePine of Appleton, Francis 
and Marie LePine and Edward and Lucille LePine of Milwaukee and Rev. Clement LePine 
of Menominee, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his wife in 1966, six sisters 
and four brothers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., July 3, 1987 page 18
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(05 Jun 1916/Jul 1987/SSDI)


ISIDORE J. LEPINE

Isidore LePine, 71, of 1620 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday, Oct. 27, 
at his residence.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Clement LePine and Rev. Robert Rhyner will concelebrate the Mass and 
burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. LePine was born May 16, 1911, at Coleman, Wis., son of the late Joseph and 
Margriett Dupuis LePine. He was a Veteran of World War II and a long time employee 
of Schroeder Brothers Department Store, Two Rivers. Mr. LePine was a member of 
VFW Post 1248 of Two Rivers and Senior Citizens.
Survivors include five brothers, Louis of Appleton, Francis and Edward of Milwaukee, 
Eugene of Two Rivers and Rev. Clement of Ishpeming, Mich.; four sisters, Mrs. 
Raymond (Octavia) LaQue of Route 2, Manitowoc, Mrs. William (Laura) Koch of Two 
Rivers, Mrs. Charles (Georgiana) Rank of Elmhurst, Ill. and Sister M. Regis of 
Evantston, Ill.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 5 p.m. 
Monday. Parish memorial service 7 p.m. Monday, VFW Post 1248 of Two Rivers memorial 
service 7:30 p.m. Monday.
Herald Times Reporter, October 31, 1982 P. 3


JOSEPH D. LEPINE

Joseph D. LePine, 80, 1620 Monroe St., Two Rivers, a well known retired blacksmith, 
died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Thursday night, where he had been a patient 
since Monday. He had been in failing health for the past several months.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Klein & Stangel Inc. 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. with a solemn requiem high Mass at St. 
Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, in which Mr. LePine's son, the Rev. Clement 
LePine, of Alpha, Mich., will be the celebrant. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. LePine was born at Chelsea, Quebec, Canada, Feb. 4, 1874, a son of the late 
Daniel and Octavia Riopelle LePine. He immigrated to this country in 1897, 
settling at Coleman, Wis., where in 1898 he married Margriette Dupuis. After their 
marriage the couple moved to Pound, Wis., where he operated a blacksmith shop for 
nine years. For a year and a half the family lived at St. Boniface, Canada, and 
returned to Coleman for five years. He brought his family to Two Rivers in 1916 
and operated a blacksmith shop adjoining his home for a number of years. Mr. LePine 
later took employment with the Hamilton Manufacturing Company, Two Rivers, where 
he worked for 15 years, retiring at the age of 65.
Besides his wife, survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Ray Laque and Mrs. William 
Koch of Two Rivers, Mrs. Charles Rank of Green Bay and Sister M. Regis, S.S.A., of 
Wauwatosa, seven sons, Louis, Francis and Edward LePine of Milwaukee, Clifford of 
Manitowoc, Isadore and Eugene, at home, and the Rev. Clement LePine of Alpha, Mich., 
three brothers, Napoleon of St. Jean de Piles, Canada, Dennis of St. Cyprian, Canada, 
and Alfred LePine of Grand Mere, Canada, 22 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren 
and four step grandchildren.
A member of the Holy Name Society of St. Luke Church for many years, Mr. LePine 
served as the parish consultor over a long period of years.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday. The Rosary will be recited 
at the funeral home at 7:45 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 16, 1954 P. 15
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[Joseph Daniel]


MARGARET LEPINE

Mrs. Margaret LePine, 85, of 1620 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died shortly before 
noon Tuesday at Manitowoc County Hospital where she was a patient nine days. 
Funeral services will be at 9:30 am Saturday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home and at 10 am at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, with a solemn requiem 
high Mass, the Rev. Clement LePine, of Ishpeming, Mich., a son, the celebrant. 
Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. LePine, nee Margaret Dupuis, was born at Pound, Wis., July 18, 1880, daughter 
of the late Joseph and Celestine Beaudry LePine. She was married May 23, 1898 at 
Coleman to Joseph LePine. After their marriage they lived for a year at Pound, 
where her husband pursued the blacksmithing trade. Another year and a half was 
spent in Canada after which the family resided at Coleman for five years, coming 
to Two Rivers in 1916. In earlier years at Two Rivers, her husband operated a 
blacksmith shop on Monroe Street. He died July 15, 1954 at Two Rivers. She was a 
member of St. Luke Altar Society.
Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Raymond Laque of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, Mrs. William 
Koch of Two Rivers and Sister M. Regis of Altoona, Pa., Mrs. Charles Rank of Green 
Bay; five other sons, Louis, Francis and Edward of Milwaukee and Isidore and Eugene 
of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Cora Laurent of Two Rivers; 23 grandchildren and 68 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 pm Friday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 7:45 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., July 13, 1966 page T7


RUTH LEPINE

Mrs. Eugene LePine, 45, of 348 Turner St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday night at 
Theda Clark Hospital, Neenah.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral 
Home and at 10 a.m. St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Thomas 
Peeters officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. LePine, nee Ruth Posik, was born July 25, 1921, at Manitwooc, daughter of 
the late Mr. and Mrs. Leo Rosik. She was married Aug. 21, 1954, at Two Rivers 
to Eugene LePine.
Besides her husband she leaves four daughters, Dora, Janet, Sharon and Delores, 
and a son, Duwayne, at home, and a brother, Paul of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 21, 1966 P. 14


EUGENE LE ROUX

LONG ILLNESS ENDS IN DEATH
Eugene LeRoux, 26, Dies At Whitelaw; Funeral Monday
Eugene LeRoux, 26, 1008 Webster street, died at Maple Crest sanatorium at 
Whitelaw Thursday night, where he had been a patient for a year and one-
half.
Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 9 o'clock in St. Mark's 
Catholic church, with the Rev. Peter J. Nilles officiating. Interment will 
be in Holy Cross cemetery. The body can be viewed at the Beduhn and Goetz 
funeral home form 10 a.m. Saturday until Sunday noon, when it will be 
removed to the home.
The deceased, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph LeRoux, was born in 
Canada, April 3, 1909. Several years later the family moved to Gladstone, 
Mich., where they lived up to 10 years ago, coming to this city. On Sept. 
23, 1931 he married Miss Evelyn Lambrecht of this city. She survives him, 
with a daughter (Private), two years old. He is also survived by two 
sisters.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 14, 1935 P.13


ELIZABETH LESAGE

LeSage, Elizabeth Age 73 Passed away Thurs. May 15, 2003, following a brief 
Illness Formerly of Milwaukee, currently residing in Two Rivers. 
She is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. 
Elizabeth was a former employee of Bruce Publishing of Milwaukee and the 
Bradley Corp. of Menomonee Falls. 
Visitation will be held Sat. May 17 after 9:30 AM at St. Peter the Fisherman 
Parish, St. Luke Site, Two Rivers until the time of Mass at 10:30 AM. Burial 
to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
DEJA & MARTIN FUNERAL CHAPELS
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Elizabeth "Betty Ann" LeSage, age 73, of 817 28th St., Two Rivers, died early 
Thursday, May 15, 2003 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc, 
following a brief illness. Funeral services will beheld at 10:30 am on Saturday, 
May 17, 2003 at St. Peter the Fisherman parish, St. Luke Site, Two Rivers. 
Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen, 
with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Betty Ann was born in Milwaukee on July 6, 1929 to the late Cleveland and Emma 
Sibenaler LeSage. She attended schools in Milwaukee, graduating from Rufus King 
High School. She was employed for a number of years at the Bruce Publishing Co., 
of Milwaukee and later worked for the Bradley Corp. of Menomonee Falls, for 24 
years until her retirement. Elizabeth loved to travel and enjoyed volunteering 
many hours of service at the Capitol Civic Centre and the Two Rivers Historical 
Museum.
She is survived by several nieces and nephews, including: Susan Wayt, Columbia, 
Mo.; Michael Mitchell, Green Bay; Mary at (Mickey) Vaughn, Winter Springs, Fla.; 
Peter (Kathleen) Mitchell, Kewaunee; Jeanne (Larry) Kahler, Wisconsin Dells; Beth 
Mitchell, Silver Spring, Md.; Timothy Mitchell, Two Rivers; James (Joann) Mitchell, 
Two Rivers; Andrew (Julie) Mitchell, Baraboo and Ellyn Mitchell, Baraboo; many 
great nieces, great nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her 
parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Robert; and two sisters, Gertrude 
and Rosemary.
Friends  may call at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish, St. Luke Site after 9:30 am 
on Saturday until the time of Mass at 10:30 am. There will be no visitation this 
evening. Memorials may be made to the donor's choice. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 16, 2003


ABNER P. LESPERANCE

Abner P. Lesperance, 59, of 2013-13th St., Two Rivers, died Sunday morning, 
July 25, at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Lesperance was born March 1, 1923, at Two Rivers, son of the late Wilbert 
and Agnes Yelmene Lesperance. He had been a butcher at Baum Meat Market.
Survivors include a son, Douglas of Two Rivers; a daughter, Patricia of Manitowoc; 
two sisters, Mrs. Daniel (June) Wachholz and Mrs. Ronald (Donna) Jasper of Two 
Rivers. He was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. 
until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, July 26, 1982 P. 3


AGNES LESPERANCE

Mrs. Wilbert Lesperance, 73, of 2223-13th St., Two Rivers, died Monday evening 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she was a patient since Dec. 5. 
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. Mark Catholic Church, the Rev. 
R. Thomas Peeters officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Lesperance, nee Agnes Yelmene was born June 30, 1894, in the Town of Gibson, 
a daughter of the late Peter and Louise Rouiller Yelmene. She was married at 
Holy Cross Church, Mishicot, to Wilbert Lesperance. She had resided at Two Rivers 
since. She was a member of St. Mark Altar Society.
Besides her husband, she leaves three daughters, Mrs. Daniel Wacholz, Mr. Chester 
Cudahy and Mr. Rodney Jasper, all of Two Rivers; two sons, Gerald and Abner, both 
of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Orrin Dodge of Two Rivers and Mrs. Reuben Heier 
of Seattle, Wash., six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where memorial 
services will be conducted at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 2, 1968  P. M11
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Miss Agnes Yelemene of Mishicot and Wilber Lesperance of Two Rivers were married 
at the Holy Cross Church at Mishicot at 9 o'clock last week one day. The Rev. 
Father Beth officiated at the ceremony. The couple were attended by Miss Viola 
Yelemene and Simon Lesperance. The bride is a daughter of Peter Yelemene at whose 
home a reception was held and a dinner served to fifty invited guests. The 
newlyweds are honeymooning in northern Wisconsin and upon their return will make 
their home at Two Rivers. Among those present at the reception were Mr. and Mrs. 
Victor Cardoni of Cadott, Wis., and Arthur Yelemene of Duluth.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 14, 1921


ANNA A. LESPERANCE

Mrs. Edward Lesperance, 55, of 2133-31st St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
Tuesday morning at home.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. John Mueller will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Lesperance, nee Anna Ploor, was born Feb. 22, 1910, at Sturgeon Bay, 
daughter of the late Frank and Anna Voigt Ploor. The family came to Two Rivers 
in 1926 and June 12, 1929, she was married to Edward Lesperance at St. Luke 
Catholic Church. She was a member of the Ladies of Hoy Redeemer.
Survivors include her husband; a son, Francis, of Mishicot; two sisters, Mrs. 
Ella Younk, of Sturgeon Bay, and Mrs. Cyril Walotkiewicz, of Two Rivers; five 
brothers, William, of Sturgeon Bay, Albert and Norman, of Janesville, Herbert 
of Larrabee and Frederick, of Two Rivers; and two grandsons, Michael and Larry 
Lesperance.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 15, 1966  P.14


ARMIDAS LESPERANCE

Armidis A. Lesperance, 83, of 2215-11th St., Two Rivers, retired Hamilton 
Mfg. Co. employe, died Saturday afternoon at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two 
Rivers.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Deja & Martin Funeral 
Chapels and at 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Lesperance was born Aug. 17, 1889, at Coleman, son of the late Eugene 
and Justine LaPean Lesperance. As a young man he moved to Niagara, Wis., 
where he married Julia Rasette, who died in 1936. He married Anna Durand 
who preceded him in death at Two Rivers in 1961.
Besides his present wife, the former Lucina Croisettier Poissons, he leaves 
a son, John, of Sheboygan; a stepson, Jerome Poissons, of Sheboygan; a 
daughter, Mrs. Everet Larson, of Sheboygan; five stepdaughters, Mrs. Eugene 
Panzer, of Sheboygan, Mrs. Jerome Kotchi, of Two Rivers, Mrs. Roy Falk, of 
Seattle, Wash., Mrs. Al Reindl, of Mishicot and Mrs. Dale McPherson, of San 
Antonio, Texas; three sisters, Mrs. Eva Kenville, Mrs. Joseph Lesperance and 
Mrs. Albert Chiha, of Two Rivers; 40 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 4 o'clock this Monday afternoon 
until 9 o'clock this Monday evening where memorial services will be at 
8 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 23, 1972
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(17 Aug. 1889/Oct. 1972/SSDI)


ARTHUR J. LESPERANCE

Arthur J. Lesperance, 73, of 2215 13th St., Two Rivers, retired longtime Hamilton 
Mfg. Co. employee, died Friday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. He had 
been in failing health for several years. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am 
Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home and at 10 am at St. Mark Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. B. Thomas Peeters officiating. Burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery.
Mr. Lesperance was born in the Province of Quebec, Canada, May 16, 1893, son of 
the late Octave and Josephine Moreau Lesperance. The family moved to Two Rivers 
54 years ago after living a number of years in Marinette County. He married the 
former Margaret Zych at St. Boniface Church, Manitowoc, in June of 1920. She died 
in 1947. He married the former Hattie Anderson Larson at Two Rivers, Nov. 6, 1948. 
For many years, prior to employment at Plant No. 1 of Mirro Aluminum Co., he 
worked at the Hamilton firm, retiring when he was 65. He was a member of St. Mark 
Holy Name Society, Catholic Order of Foresters and the Hamilton Goodfellowship 
Club.
Besides his wife, he leaves a son, Wesley of Milwaukee; three sisters, Mrs. Hugo 
Kasten and Mrs. Elmer Duval of Two Rivers and Mrs. Frank Harris of Watervliet, 
Mich.; four brothers, Joseph, Oscar, Edward and Clifford of Two Rivers; a step-
daughter, Mrs. Donald Meneau, of Two Rivers; a step-son, Edward Radke, of Two 
Rivers and three grandchildren. Two brothers and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 pm Monday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 8 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Dec. 23, 1966 page T5
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(16 May 1893/Dec. 1966/SSDI)
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Manitowoc County:
Miss Margaret Zych, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Zych was married last 
Wednesday to Arthur Lesperance of Two Rivers, son of Mr. and Mrs. Octave 
Lesperance. The wedding was solemnized at the St. Boniface Church.
Kiel Tri County Record, June 24, 1920 page 4


BEVERLY A. LESPERANCE

Beverly A. Lesperance, age 72, of 1500 N. 3rd St., Manitowoc, died peacefully 
on Saturday, July 28, 2012, at her residence.
She was born on June 28, 1940, in Lena, daughter of the late Lucy (VanLaarhoven) 
Zak. On October 17, 1959, she married Harold Lesperance at St. Luke Catholic 
Church in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on January 11, 2008. Beverly was 
employed as a sewing machine operator at Schwarz Mfg. in Two Rivers, retiring 
after 40 years. Following her retirement she was employed as a bus aide with 
Two Rivers Bus Co. Beverly enjoyed socializing on her computer, sewing and 
knitting, gardening and traveling. She also love playing sheepshead and going 
to the casino.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive. She was also preceded in death by one sister: Lorraine Pekrul, a 
special aunt and uncle: Johanna and Louis Brusky; her stepfather: Vernon Giesenas 
and one brother-in-law Richard Lesperance.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 2, 2012, at Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Larry 
Caldwell with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, August 2, 2012, at Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:45 p.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting 
www.kleinandstangel.com
Herald Times Reporter, July 2012


BRIAN L. LESPERANCE

Brian L. Lesperance, age 51, of 1812 26th St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
on Friday, May 2, 2008, at his home.
Brian was born on Aug. 3, 1956, in Two Rivers, son of Francis and Joan (Schwartz) 
Lesperance. He attended St. Luke's Catholic Grade School, graduated from 
Washington High School, Two Rivers with the class of 1974. Brian was the manager 
of the football and basketball teams at Washington High School. Following high 
school, Brian attended Lakeshore Technical College. On Aug. 2, 1975, he married 
Sharen Denfeld at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Brian was 
employed as a freight marker at Hamilton Manufacturing Company for 31 years. He 
enjoyed helping his dad with snowplowing and working at the shed, playing cards, 
watching Packers games and old movies an spending time with his family.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends also survive. He was preceded in death 
by his maternal grandparents: Leo and Clara Schwartz and his paternal grandparents: 
George and Mary Lesperance.
Memorial services willl be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2008, at Deja 
& Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506-18th St., Two Rivers. The Rev. Louis Sievert will 
officiate at the service, with burial of his cremated remains to be held at a 
later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels on 
Saturday, May 10, 2008, from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 1:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, May 7, 2008


CLIFFORD LESPERANCE

Clifford J. Lesperance, 70, of 2125 Roosevelt Ave., Two Rivers, died Tuesday 
evening at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Mark Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Michael Koch will officiate and burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Lesperance was born July 4, 1904, at Coleman, son of the late Octave and 
Josephine Moreau Lesperance. He was in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for 
five years. He married Evelyn Jacquette Nov. 24, 1935, at Two Rivers. He was 
a commercial fisherman, retiring in 1970.
Survivors include his wife, two sons, Harold, of Two Rivers and Richard of 
Wilmington, Mass.; a daughter, Mrs. Hugh (Betty) Cherry, of Baltimore, Md., 
a brother, Joseph, of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Kasten and Mrs. 
Evelyn Duval, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Florence Harris, of Watervliet, Mich., 
and nine grandchildren. Five brothers and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
3 p.m. Friday, where a memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, December 18, 1974  P. 3
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(4 July 1904/Dec. 1974/SSDI)


DAVID LESPERANCE    (d. 1939)

Suffocates as Fire Smolders In Shack 
Fire which smouldered unnoticed in the small shack on the West Twin river 
near 24th and River streets at Two Rivers last night caused the death of 
David Lesperance, 31, sole occupant of the shack. Death was attributed to 
suffocation.
The blaze was thought to have started about 4 a.m. but was not noticed until 
shortly before 9 a.m. when it broke through the outside walls. Carl Pinger 
and Peter Schmidt, who live in the vicinity, noticed the fire about the same 
time and called the fire department.
Find Body in Bedroom 
The two men fought the blaze before the arrival of the fire department but 
did not know that any one was in the building. When the fire department 
arrived Fire Chief Arthur Rahn and Assistant Chief Peter Petroske of Two 
Rivers broke into the building; in a bedroom on the east end of the shack 
they found the body of Lesperance lying on the floor.
“Lesperance had been dead for several hours when found,” said  
(Cont. on Page 11, Col. 1)SUFFOCATES AS FIRE SMOULDERS IN SHACK(from Page 1) 
Coroner Gerald A. Rau. “Death was due to suffocation. The fire had been 
smouldering for several hours and the man was overcome by the smoke.” 
“The fire evidently started in a davenport in the room to the west of the 
bedroom,” said Fire Chief Rahn. “It smouldered and spread slowly about the 
room.”
Rahn estimated damages to the fairly large shack at about $200 and damages of 
about $50 to the contents. The south wall of the building where the davenport 
had been standing was burned out.
The shack is owned by Lesperance and William Schnorr, and is located on land 
rented from Peter Schmidt. There was no insurance on it.
Lesperance had been living alone in the shack for the past month since Schnorr 
had been married.
Came Home About 3:30
Lesperance came home about 3:30 a.m. with his brother-in-law, Paul Laron. The 
brother-in-law said he had put out the fire in the stove before he left.
It is believed that Lesperance got up later to smoke a cigarette and that a 
spark from it got into the davenport.
The body was taken to the Beduhn funeral home but funeral arrangements have not 
yet been completed. There will be no inquest. Coroner Rau announced, terming 
the death accidental. 
Relatives said today they had often warned Lesperance that he would burn the 
shack down someday with his night smoking.
David Lesperance was born in Coleman, Wis., in 1908, a son of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. Alfred Lesperance. He came to this city with the family about 25 years ago.
He had been employed on WPA recently. He never married.
Survivors are three brothers, Leonard, Louis of Two Rivers, and Victor of 
Manitowoc; six sisters, Mrs. Raymond Vanne, Mrs. Albert Vanne, Mrs. Paul Larson, 
and Mrs. Raymond La Fond, all of Two Rivers, Mrs. Henry Granger of Manitowoc, 
and Mrs. Joseph Smide of Springfield, Illinois.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 11, 1939  P.11


DELORE LESPERANCE

Delore J. Lesperance, 53, of 2023 Jackson street, Two Rivers, died this morning 
at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Luke’s Catholic church, 
Two Rivers, with burial in Holy Cross cemetery.
He was born in Canada in 1894 and came to Two Rivers in 1912 with his parents. 
He took employment at the Hamilton company as an electrician and had much to 
do with the development of an automatic clothes dryer manufactured by the 
company.
He was a member of the St. Joseph and Holy Name societies, Modern Woodmen, and 
the Hamilton Good Fellowship and Thirty Year clubs.
He is survived by his wife, the former Mary Herberg; two sons, Kenneth of Two 
Rivers and Hilary of Marinette; daughter, Mrs. Ludwig Seidl Jr., of this city 
and four grandchildren. Five brothers, Joseph, Oscar, Arthur, Edward and 
Clifford, all of Two Rivers, and four sisters, Mrs. Hugo Kasten and Mrs. Elmer 
Duvall of Two Rivers, Mrs. Donald Shimer and Mrs. Frank Harris of Watervliet, 
Mich., also survive.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, 
where the rosary will be recited at 745 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 17, 1947  P.2
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Delore Lesperance and Mary Herberg, both of this city were united in marriage 
at St. Luke's Church Tuesday morning, Rev. Father Geissler performing the 
ceremony. They will reside in this city.
The Reporter, Fri., Oct. 22, 1915


DENICE LESPERANCE

INVALID FOR YEARS DIES AT DAUGHTER’S HOME 
Mrs. Wilfred Lesperence (sic), 64, passed away this morning at the home of 
her daughter, Mrs. Paul Larson, on Thirteenth street. She has been an invalid 
for years and has been confined to her bed for the past five years. Burial 
will take place from the St. Mark’s church, final arrangements not having been 
completed as yet.
Mrs. Lesperance, nee Denise (sic) Morrow, was born in Quebec, Canada, 
November 29, 1867. Forty-eight years ago she was married to Wilfred Lesperance 
in Canada, who still survives her. The couple moved to Coleman, Wis., in 1885 
and have been residents of this city since 1914.
Besides her husband she leaves six daughters, Mrs. Henry Granger, Manitowoc; 
Mrs. Albert Venne, this city; Mrs. Raymond LaFond, this city; Mrs. Joseph Samide, 
of Springfield Ill.,: Mrs. Raymond Venne and Mrs. Paul Larson, both of this city; 
and four sons, Victor, of Manitowoc; Louis, Leo and David, at home.
She is also survived by three brothers, Joseph, Francis and Madise Morrow, of 
Canada, and a sister, Mrs. Octave Lesperance, of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 6, 1931  P.15
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[Dinese Lesperance]


EDWARD J. LESPERANCE

Edward J. Lesperance, 71, of 2133 31st St. Two Rivers, died Friday at Two 
Rivers Memorial Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Lesperance was born Nov. 13, 1902, at Coleman, Wis., son of the late 
Octave and Josephine Moreau Lesperance, coming to Two Rivers in 1912. He 
married Anna Ploor June 12, 1929, at Two Rivers. She preceded him in death 
in 1966. He had been employed at Hamilton Industries, retiring in 1967.
Survivors include a son, Francis E., and two brothers, Joseph and Clifford, 
of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Kasten and Mrs. Evelyn Duval, of 
Two Rivers and Mrs. Florence Harris, of Watervliet, Mich., and two grand-
children, Michael and Marie. Four brothers and a sister preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home Inc., Two Rivers, after 
3 p.m., Sunday, where a memorial service will be held at 8 o’clock.
Herald Times Reporter, March 2, 1974  P.10 
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(13 Nov. 1902/Mar. 1974/SSDI)


EMILY LESPERANCE

DIES AFTER A LONG ILLNESS
Mrs. Emily Lesperance, 79, Was Born In Quebec, Canada
TWO RIVERS (Special)-Mrs. Emily Lesperance, 79, nee Emily Ticher, died at her 
home, 1720 Monroe street, at 11:45 this morning. She had been ill since New 
Year's
Funeral services will be held Saturday moring at 9 o'clock from the St. Luke's 
Catholic church. Burial will be made in the Holy Cross cemetery.
Mrs. Lesperance was born in Quebec. She came to Two Rivers with her husband 18 
years ago. Her husband was killed in a local industrial plant shortly after 
coming here.
Three sons, including Simon of Manitowoc; eight daughters, a brother, two sisters, 
41 grandchildren and 50 great grandchildren survive.
The body will be taken to the home Thursday afternoon from the Klein and Stangel, 
Inc., funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, August 12, 1936 P. 14


EUCLIDE LESPERANCE

Euclide Lesperance, 69, who has been residing with a daughter, Mrs. Jake 
Brull of 1823 13th street, Two Rivers, died this morning at Maple Crest 
sanatorium.
Funeral plans will be announced Tuesday.
He was born in Canada in 1877 and when a boy accompanied his parents to 
Coleman, Wis. In 1910 he married Miss Rose Bertram.
Following their marriage the couple moved to Two Rivers where Mr. Lesperance 
had been employed at the F. Eggers Veneer and Plywood company and the Aluminum 
Goods company.
Surviving are the wife, three sons, Rodney of San Diego, Calif., Theodore of 
Redo, Calif., and Alex of Oshkosh; four daughters, Mrs. Brull of Two Rivers, 
Mrs. Joseph Rady and Mrs. Ray Danner, both of Detroit and Mrs. Clement Hein of 
Kaukauna, and 25 grandchildren.
Also surviving are eight sisters, Mrs. Dan Boprey and Mrs. Peter Gilbert of 
Two Rivers, Mrs. Louis Swette, Mrs. Harry Gauthier and Mrs. Emily Krentz of 
Manitowoc, Mrs. Clyde Wolf of Coleman, Mrs. William Bunker of Green Bay and 
Mrs. Charles Listreum of Milwaukee; two brothers, Wilbert Lesperance of Two 
Rivers and Simon Lesperance of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 6, 1947 P. 2
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[Euclyde]


EUGENE LESPERANCE   (d. 1928)

Two Rivers Section:
Little Eugene Lesperance, the 6 weeks old son of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. 
Lesperance of 1106 Hawthorne Ave., died last evening at the home 
and was buried this afternoon at 2 o’clock from St. Mark’s Church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, July 03, 1928 Page 11


EUGENE LESPERANCE    (d. 1932)

E. LESPERANCE DEATH SUDDEN 
Wife Finds Him Dead As She Tries To Awaken Him 
Death came as a severe shock to family and friends of Eugene Lesperance, 2219 
Eleventh street.
When Mrs. Lesperance went to awaken her husband shortly after 6 o’clock this 
morning she found him dead. He was in good health, but for the past month 
complained of slight stomach pains which he had now and then.
Deceased was born in Canada on July 24, 1858 and would have been 74 at his next 
birthday. He was married to Justine Lepine on August 28, 1881 and last fall 
celebrated his golden wedding anniversary. He came to the United States 49 years 
ago and settled at Superior where he and his wife resided for three years. They 
then moved to Coleman where they remained for 18 years and then moved to Niagara, 
Wis., where they lived for five years. For the last 20 years they resided in this 
city.
Besides his wife, Mr. Lesperance is survived by five children, three brothers, 
one sister, and 23 grandchildren.
The children are Mrs. John Kenville, Mrs. Albert Ciha, Mrs. Jo. Lesperance, 
Aramdus and Ted all of this city. The sister is Mrs. Rose Bodrey of Coleman 
and the brothers are Joe of Coleman and Oliver and Wilfred of this city.
Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 9 o’clock from the St. Mark’s 
Catholic church with the Rev. Peter Nilles officiating. Burial will be at Holy 
Cross cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 13, 1932  P.9 


EVELYN LESPERANCE    (d. 1981)

Mrs. Evelyn Lesperance, 88, formerly of 1106 Hawthorne St., Two Rivers, died 
Tuesday morning, March 31, at Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Lesperance was born Oct. 3, 1892, in the Town of Coleman, Marinette County, 
daughter of the late Eugene and Justine Lepine Lesperance. She was married to 
Joseph Lesperance Jan. 8, 1913, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers.
Survivors include her husband, Joseph; a son, F. Donald of Manitowoc; three 
daughters, Mrs. John (Agnes) Moseler of Two Rivers, Mrs. Roy (Luella) Lenhardt 
of Fond du Lac and Mrs. Isadore (Meda) Pecha of Appleton; two sisters, Mrs. Eva 
Kenville of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Amanda Ciha of Two Rivers; 22 grandchildren 
and 52 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, two sons 
and three brothers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home Inc., Two Rivers, from 4 
o'clock this Wednesday afternoon, where a memorial service will be at 8:30 
o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, April 1, 1981 P. 3
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(3 Oct. 1892/Mar. 1981/SSDI)
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A very pretty wedding took place at St. Luke church Wednesday morning, 9 am, 
Rev. Father Geisler uniting Joseph Lesperance and Evelyn Lesperance in the bonds 
of Holy Matrimony. A sumptuous dinner was served at the home, while supper was 
held at the bride's home. After supper, dancing held full sway until morning. 
They were attended by Arthur Lesperance, best man and Regina Richards, maid of 
honor. The 3rd couple were Theo Lesperance and Rosa Kresic.
The Reporter, Sat., Jan. 11, 1913


EVELYN LESPERANCE MASON    (d. 2000)

Evelyn C. Mason, age 85, a resident of the Hamilton Home, Two Rivers, died 
Wednesday morning, August 9, 2000, at Hamilton Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 130 p.m. on Friday, August 11, 2000, at Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home, Deacon Ken Coenen will officiate and burial will be in 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born December 2, 1916, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late John and 
Henrietta Sprang Jacquette. On November 24, 1935, she married Clifford Lesperance, 
in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death December 17, 1974. On June 22, 1977, she 
married Levi Mason in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death March 5, 1999. Evelyn 
was employed at various places before becoming a nurse. She was then employed 
for many years at St. Mary's Home. Following her retirement she did private 
nursing care.
She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Harold and Beverly Lesperance, 
Two Rivers. Richard and Charlotte Lesperance, Naick, Mass.; one daughter and 
son-in-law, Elizabeth and Hugh Cherry, Crystal Lake, Ill.; nine grandchildren 
including a special granddaughter, Bonnie Lesperance; 15 great grandchildren; 
one sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and James Sorenson, Two Rivers; nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in 
death by three brothers, Ralph, Rolland and Raymond Jacquette.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 11 a.m. to the time of service 
at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home.
Herald Times Reporter, August 10, 2000  P. A2


FRANCIS D. LESPERANCE    (d. 1997)

Francis (Don) Lesperance, age 70, of 1920A Johnston Drive, Manitowoc, died 
unexpectedly Wednesday night, May 28, 1997, at his residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 31, 1997, at Calvary 
Assembly of God, Manitowoc. Rev. Steven Miles will officiate at the service 
with cremation to follow. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born October 12, 1926, in Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph and Evelyn 
(Lesperance) Lesperance. He attended grade school in Two Rivers and was a 
graduate of Two Rivers Washington High School. Don was a veteran having served 
with the United States Army from February 21, 1945, until April 28, 1947. He 
was then a member of the National Guard for 20 years retiring as Master Sargent. 
He was first married to the former Lois Daugs, the mother of his five children, 
after which he married the former Janice Drossart. On July 21, 1989, he married 
his surviving wife, Judy Ashenbrenner in Manitowoc. Don was employed for a number 
of years at Hamilton Industries and then became an insurance representative and 
held various automobile salesman jobs until his retirement. At the present time, 
he was employed part time with Fischl's Elegant Florist, Manitowoc. Don was also 
a member of the Disabled American Veterans.
Survivors include his wife, Judy; two sons and daughters-in-law, Dan and Louise 
Lesperance, Shawano, Greg and Diana Lesperance, Manitowoc; three daughters and 
two sons-in-law, Lynn Lesperance, Debra and Dean Schaefer, all of Manitowoc, Lisa 
and Mark Nagel, Wausau; one stepson and daughter-in-law, Buddy and Becky Levanetz, 
Tisch Mills; three stepdaughters, Sabina Levanetz, Sedona, Ariz., Joy Levanetz, 
Two Rivers, Heather Levanetz, Manitowoc; 18 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 
three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Luella and Roy Lenhardt, Fond du Lac, 
Agnes and John Moseler, Meda Pecha, all of Two Rivers, many special friends from 
the National Guard, a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends 
also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, two granddaughters, one 
brother, and one sister.
Relatives and friends may call at Calvary Assembly of God on Saturday after 9 a.m. 
until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 30, 1997 P. A2


FRANCIS E. LESPERANCE    (d. 1999)

Francis E. (Curly) Lesperance, age 68, of 4315 Scenic Court, Two Rivers, died 
suddenly Monday, March 29, 1999, at his winter residence in Sarasota, Fla.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 3, 1999, at Holy 
Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. William O'Brien will officiate with 
burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born June 7, 1930, in Two Rivers, son of the late Edward and Anna Ploor 
Lesperance. Following military service in the United States Army, he married 
Shirley Johnson on July 24, 1954. She preceded him in death on August 19, 1990. 
On August 9, 1991, he married Lynn LaFleur Kunesh in Two Rivers. Fran originally 
started in business in Mischicot where he owned and operated his own service 
station. He then moved to Two Rivers where he owned and operated Riverside Oil 
and Tire Company, expanding into Lakeshore Oil and Tire in conjunction with the 
Uni-Mart Corporation. Fran retired in 1995. He was a member of Holy Redeemer 
Catholic Church, a self employed businessman, and prominent person of the Two 
Rivers community. Fran was also a very active volunteer at the St. Vincent De Paul 
Store, and the Meals On Wheels Program. He also very much enjoyed the outdoors.
Survivors include his wife, Lynn LaFleur Kunesh Lesperance; one daughter, Marie and 
fiancé, Ed Collins, New Berlin; one son, Michael and his friend, Terry Jo, Shawano; 
step-sons, Michael (Cheryl) Kunesh, Manitowoc, Steven (Patricia) Kunesh, Jupiter, 
Fla., Randy (Lori) Kunesh, Marinette; one step-daughter, Cynthia Picard and her 
fiancé, Jim Collard, Two Rivers; one granddaughter, Marisa Lesperance/Collins; step-
grandchildren, Shawn (Andrea) Picard, William, Joseph, Matthew, and Robert Kunesh, 
Lisa (Peter) Hansen; step-great-grandchildren, Paige and Jacob Picard, other relatives 
and friends also survive.
The family will receive relatives and friends from 5-8 p.m. Friday at the Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church on Saturday 
from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Father Bill will lead a prayer service at 
6 p.m. Friday.
Fran was a very loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and will be 
greatly missed, forever loved and remembered by his family.
Herald Times Reporter, April 2, 1999 P. A2
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(07 Jun 1930/29 Mar 1999/SSDI)


FRANCIS G. LESPERANCE    (d. 2013)

Francis G. "Franny" Lesperance, age 82, of Two Rivers, died on Sunday, 
September 22, 2013, at his residence surrounded by his family.
Francis was born on October 23, 1930, in Pound, WI, son of the late George 
and Marie (Paremski) Lesperance. He served in the U.S. Air Force in 1953. On 
September 17, 1955, he married the former Joan Schwartz in Walsh, WI. Francis 
was employed with W.J. Jones Contractors, Belongie Construction, Louie Orlando 
Construction, retiring from Mirro Aluminum in 1997 following a 43 year career 
as a supervisor. He was master of many talents; painter, bus driver, and 
mechanic. He owned Francis Lesperance Snow Plowing-Sanding and Storage. Francis 
was a member of St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, and the Elks Lodge 
#1380 in Two Rivers. He enjoyed deer hunting and working. Most of all, he loved 
his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dad never met a stranger.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive.
He was preceded in death by a son, Brian Lesperance; brothers: Lester, Clement 
and Donald Lesperance; sisters: Joan Lesperance, Shirley Lesperance; in-laws: 
Irene Zorn, Eleanor Schwartz, William Schwartz, and Betty Adams.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 28, 2013, 
at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church in Two Rivers. Officiating at the 
Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Tom Reynebeau. Burial will follow Mass 
at Holy Cross Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, September 27, 2013, at 
Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. 
Visitation will continue on Saturday, September 28, 2013, at St. Peter the 
Fisherman Catholic church from 8:30 a.m. until 10:15 a.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting 
www.kleinandstangel.com
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 2013


FRED LESPERANCE    (d. 1929)

TWO RIVERS MAN IS BURNED TO DEATH
POURS NAPTHA ON FIRE, FLAMES ENVELOPE HIM
Fred Lesperance, 32, Victim of Tragedy Yesterday, Is Terribly Burned
Terribly burned by a burst of flame from the open furnace door, when he poured 
naptha from a can into a smouldering fire to revive it, Fred Lesperance,32, 
Two Rivers, was rushed to the hospital at one o'clock Thursday afternoon,
from his home in Two Rivers and after lingering until nine o'clock last night
passed away. Although everything possible was done to save his life, the burns
about his upper body and face as well as internal burns suffered when he
breathed the hot blasts from the furnace were so serious that he gradually grew
weaker and breathed his last nine hours after the accident.
Lesperance, who was employed as a tinsmith at the Robert Suettinger Co. in Two
Rivers was preparing to return to his work from his home, 1922 School street,
when his wife asked him to stir up the furnace fire to take the chill off the
house. When he reached the basement he noticed that the fire was smoldering.
Ther was a can nearby containing either naptha, used for cleaning, or gasoline.
Lesperance poured some of this into the open furnace door.
Rushed to Hospital
Instantly there was an explosion and a sheet of flame enveloped him and set his
clothing on fire. Running from the home in flames, his wife and neighbors came to 
his aid and threw water over him in an effort to put out the flames. Dr. Farrell 
was summoned and realizing the seriousness of the burns wrapped Lesperance in a
sheet and rushed him to the municipal hospital at Two Rivers in his car. But his
burns were so serious that he could not rally from the shock.
The deceased was born at Coleman, Wis., 32 years ago and came to this city a few
years ago to make his home. He was married to Irene Parent of Ironwood, Mich.,
eight years ago, who survives him with two small children, (private). His parents,
Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Lesperance, of this city, two brothers, Armedas and Theodore,
and three sisters, Mrs. Albert Ciha, Mrs. John Kindille, and Mrs. Joseph 
Lesperance, all of this city, also survive.
No Inquest
It was announced that no inquest would be held. Theo. Lesperance, brother of the
deceased, was seriously injured in an automobile accident south of Manitowoc on
Highway 141, over a year ago and has never fully recovered from his injuries.
Funeral services for the deceased will be held Monday morning at nine o'clock from
the home on School street, with interment at Pioneers' Rest.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, May 17, 1929 p.2
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(Note: Obit says he's buried at Pioneers' Rest, but his stone is in Holy Cross,
Two Rivers)
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Marriage of Fred/Irene Lesperance (Fred d. 1929)
Miss Irene Parent, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Parent of Iron Mountain, became the 
bride of Fred Lesperance Monday, Rev. Littel performing the ceremony at St. 
Luke's Church  in the presence of a large number of friends and relatives. The 
bride has resided in this city for the past year. The groom is the son of Mr. 
and Mrs. Eugene Lesperance, 1709 Twentieth Street. The attending couples were 
Rose Parent and Isadore Pecha, Emma Lesperance and Arthur Brandt. A reception 
was held at the home of the groom's parents. Dinner and supper was served to 
fifty guests. The Lyric Orchestra furnished excellent music.  Many guests from 
Green Bay, Iron Mountain and Coleman were present.
In the evening a wedding dance was held in the Armory Hall. The hall was decorated 
in pink and white with festoons and garlands. Over two hundred guests attended 
the dance. Tuesday morning the newlyweds left for Iron Mountain where they will 
visit for two weeks. They will reside at 1709 Twentieth Street. The groom is in 
the employ of R.G. Suettinger's Sheet Metal shop, a young man efficient in his 
trade and of good manly qualities. The Reporter extends hearty congratulations 
and best wishes.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 3, 1922


GERALD J. LESPERANCE

Gerald Lesperance, 53, of 2223 13th St., Two Rivers, died late Sunday morning 
at his residence. Private family funeral services will be held Tuesday in Deja 
& Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Lesperance was born April 3, 1925 in Two Rivers, son of the late Wilbert 
and Agnes Velemene Lesperance. He attended St. Mark Parochial School in Two 
Rivers and Washington High School. He served in the armed forces, World War II 
in France. For the past 13 years he was employed as a carrier for the Herald 
Times Reporter. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1248.
Survivors include a brother, Abner of Two Rivers and three sisters, Mrs. Daniel 
(June) Wacholz, Mrs. Chester (Deloris) Kudahy and Mrs. Ronald (Donna) Jaser, 
all of Two Rivers.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 12, 1978 page 3


HATTIE LESPERANCE

Hattie I. Lesperance, 92, a resident of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died 
at the Home, Thursday morning September 27, 1990. Funeral services will be 
1:30 pm Monday at Emanuel United Methodist Church. Rev. Frederik Schulz will 
officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born January 5, 1898 at Bailey's Harbor in Door County, daughter of the 
late Charles and Judith Anderson Anderson. She was married to George Larson May 27, 
1923 at Sturgeon Bay. He preceded her in death in 1943. She then married Arthur 
Lesperance, November 6, 1948 in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in 1966. She 
was a member of Two Rivers Palatiers and the Methodist Church Rachel Circle.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Edward and Dolores Radke of Two Rivers; 
a daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Donald Meneau of Two Rivers; a stepson and his 
wife, Wesley and Marian Lesperance of Milwaukee; seven grandchildren; nine great 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three brothers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm 
Sunday and at the church from 12:30 pm until the time of services on Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times. Thurs., Sept. 27, 1990 page B7
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[bur. 10-01-1990/age 92 yrs.]


IRENE LESPERANCE

Irene Lesperance, age 96, a former Two Rivers resident, died Monday, September 1, 
1997, at Arboridge Care Center, Galesburg, Mich.
Funeral Services will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, September 3, 1997, at Klein and 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Rev. David J. Funk will officiate at the service. 
Burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Irene was born October 2, 1900, daughter of the late Louis and Nettie Baron Parent. 
Irene married Fred Lesperance. He preceded her in death in 1929.
Survivors include one grandson, Richard Newhauser, Florida; three great-grandsons, 
Rick, Steve and Jason; one brother, Vernon Parent, California; three sisters and 
one brother-in-law, Rose Paquette, Manitowoc, Violet Johnson, Los Angeles, Calif., 
Ann and Ray Akers, San Diego, Calif.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive. She was also preceded in death by one son, Roy Eugene Lesperance in 
November of 1954; and one daughter, Mrs. Melvin (Pearl) Newhauser, in August of 1989.
Herald Times Reporter, September 2, 1997 P. A2
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Marriage of Fred/Irene Lesperance (Fred d. 1929)
Miss Irene Parent, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Parent of Iron Mountain, became the 
bride of Fred Lesperance Monday, Rev. Littel performing the ceremony at St. 
Luke's Church  in the presence of a large number of friends and relatives. The 
bride has resided in this city for the past year. The groom is the son of Mr. 
and Mrs. Eugene Lesperance, 1709 Twentieth Street. The attending couples were 
Rose Parent and Isadore Pecha, Emma Lesperance and Arthur Brandt. A reception 
was held at the home of the groom's parents. Dinner and supper was served to 
fifty guests. The Lyric Orchestra furnished excellent music.  Many guests from 
Green Bay, Iron Mountain and Coleman were present.
In the evening a wedding dance was held in the Armory Hall. The hall was decorated 
in pink and white with festoons and garlands. Over two hundred guests attended 
the dance. Tuesday morning the newlyweds left for Iron Mountain where they will 
visit for two weeks. They will reside at 1709 Twentieth Street. The groom is in 
the employ of R.G. Suettinger's Sheet Metal shop, a young man efficient in his 
trade and of good manly qualities. The Reporter extends hearty congratulations 
and best wishes.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 3, 1922


JOHN B. LESPERANCE

John Lesperance died Saturday from the effects of injuries he received as the 
result of a fall with an elevator at the Eggers Veneer Plant last week Thursday 
afternoon. Deceased was 72 years of age having been born in Canada. He has been 
a resident of this city for six years having come here from Coleman, Wis., where 
his remains were taken for burial and the funeral was held there today. Deceased 
is survived by three sons and nine daughters.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 25, 1917
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Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Krentz of Two Rivers were at Coleman, 
accompanying the remains of the late John Lesperance of 
Two Rivers who died from injuries received in an accident 
there.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, October 25, 1917, Page 3
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(It appears the newspapers were confused because his tombstone is in Two Rivers)


JOSEPH LESPERANCE

Joseph Lesperance, 92, formerly of 1106 Hawthorne St., Two Rivers, died Thursday 
morning, Feb. 10, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Lespereance was born Sept. 4, 1890, at Ste. Julienne, Canada, son of the late 
Octave and Euphimie Moreau Lesperance. He married Evelyn Lesperance Jan. 8, 1913, 
at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He had been a machinist at Manitowoc 
Engineering Company, retiring 27 years ago. His wife preceded him in death March 31, 
1981.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, S. Donald and Janice Lesperance of 
Manitowoc; three daughters and sons-in-law, Agnes and John Moseler Sr. of Two 
Rivers, Luella and Roy Lenhardt of Fond du Lac and Meda and Isadore Pecha of 
Weyauwega; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Kasten of Two Rivers, Mrs. Florence Harris 
of Michigan and Mrs. Evelyn Duvall of Manitowoc, 22 grandchildren and 53 great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. 
Firday (sic). A parish memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, February 11, 1983 P. 3
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(4 Sept. 1890/Feb. 1983/SSDI)
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A very pretty wedding took place at St. Luke church Wednesday morning, 9 am, 
Rev. Father Geisler uniting Joseph Lesperance and Evelyn Lesperance in the bonds 
of Holy Matrimony. A sumptuous dinner was served at the home, while supper was 
held at the bride's home. After supper, dancing held full sway until morning. 
They were attended by Arthur Lesperance, best man and Regina Richards, maid of 
honor. The 3rd couple were Theo Lesperance and Rosa Kresic.
The Reporter, Sat., Jan. 11, 1913


JOSEPHINE LESPERANCE

Mrs. Octave Lesperance, 79, one of Two Rivers' Gold Star mothers, died yesterday 
afternoon at the home of her son, Delore, at Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at Two Rivers Monday morning at 8:30 o'clock from 
the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home and at 9 o'clock at St. Luke's Catholic 
church, the Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in Holy 
Cross cemetery.
Mrs. Lesperance was the mother of Isadore Lesperance, one of the 11 local young 
men who died in action in the last war.
Born Josephine Moreau in Quebec, Canada on Feb. 14, 1860, Mrs. Lesperance came 
to America about 40 years ago, ten years after her marriage. The family first 
settled at Coleman and from there moved to Niagara and to Two Rivers in 1912. 
Mr. Lesperance died in January, 1938.
Survivors are six sons, Joseph, Oscar, Arthur, Delore, Edward and Clifford, all 
of Two Rivers; four daughters, Mrs. Hugo Kasten and Mrs. Elmer Duvalle of Two 
Rivers, Mrs. Frank Harris of Chicago, and Mrs. Donald Shimmers of Watervliet, 
Mich.; one brother, Joseph Moreau, in Canada; 32 grandchildren and seven great-
grandchildren.
Mrs. Lesperance was a member of the Altar society of St. Luke's church.
The body may be viewed at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home from this 
evening to the time of the funeral Monday. The rosary will be recited at the 
funeral home at 7:30 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, November 11, 1939 P. 4


JULIA LESPERANCE

DEATH CLAIMS LOCAL WOMAN
Mrs. Armidos Lesperance, 55, Is Heart Disease Victim
TWO RIVERS, (Special)-Mrs. Armidos Lesperance, 55, well known south side resident, 
died suddenly from a heart stroke at her home at 1417 School street at 8:20 Friday 
night. She had been in good health up to the time of her affliction.
Funeral servces will be held Monday morning at 9 o'clock in St. Mark's Catholic 
church, with the Rev. Peter J. Nilies officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross 
cemetery. The reamins will be taken to the home from the Beduhn funeral home Sunday 
afternoon. The body can be viewed at the funeral home from 7 to 9 o'clock tonight.
Mrs. Lesperance, nee Julia Rossette, was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, 
December 25, 1881. Forty-nine years ago she married Lesmie Corbeil in Montreal. 
Mr. Corbeil died 29 years ago, leaving three children, Mrs. Blanche Nelson, the 
eldest, who died several years ago, and two sons, Herman of this city, and Albert 
of Milwaukee.
Twenty-seven years ago she was married at Niagara, Wis. to Armidos Lesperance, who 
survives her. The family came to Two Rivers 25 years ago where they have resided 
since. Besides the widower, and the two sons by first marriage, she leaves a son, 
John Lesperance, and a daughter, Bertha Lesperance, both at home. There are also 
a sister, living in Montreal, and 11 grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, May 23, 1936 P. 11


KENNETH LESPERANCE

Kenneth C. 'Squint' Lesperance 
Kenneth C. "Squint" Lesperance, age 87, of 1808 - 30th St., Two Rivers, 
died peacefully Monday morning, March 26, 2007, at the Aurora Medical 
Center, Two Rivers, surrounded by his loving family. 
Ken was born on Dec. 24, 1919 in Two Rivers, a son of the late Delore 
and Mary (Herberg) Lesperance. He attended St. Luke's Catholic School, 
and Washington High School, graduating with the class of 1937. He 
entered the U.S. Navy on Sept. 30, 1944, and was honorably discharged 
on March 20, 1946. On Nov. 27, 1940, he was married to Norma M. Beitzel 
at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Ken was employed with 
Wisconsin Public Service Corp. for over 30 years until his retirement. 
He loved all sports, especially golf and basketball. In 1936, Ken won 
the first of 15 Fairview Golf Course Championships, and in 1952, he won 
the Manitowoc County Amateur Golf Championship held at Lakeside Country 
Club, which is now the Manitowoc Elks Club. A few years later, Ken took 
the job of golf pro at Fairview Golf Course; a job he held for 25 years. 
This disqualified him from playing in any amateur golf tournaments. 
Squint was founder and charter member of the "Thanksgiving Day Golfers". 
He was also a member of the Manitowoc Elks Lodge 687, Knights of Columbus 
Council 1957, American Legion Post 165, Two Rivers Senior Citizens, 
Wisconsin Public Service Men's Club, and the Men of St. Peter the 
Fisherman Parish.
Survivors include his wife: Norma; two sons and daughters-in-law: Timothy J. and 
Sandra Lesperance of Lake Mills; Stephen K. and Sara Lesperance of rural Mishicot; 
one daughter and son-in-law: Patricia L. and Ronald Payette, Green Bay; one grandson: 
Kevin (Heather) Payette, Green Bay; and two great-grandchildren: Alexis and Natalie. 
He is further survived by three brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law: Robert Beitzel, 
Claude Beitzel, Catherine (Russell) Shambeau, all of Two Rivers; and Roland (Gloria) 
Beitzel of Mishicot; many nieces and nephews; dear friends: Dorothy Ulrich and Anna 
Mae Schmidtman of Two Rivers; and good neighbors: Don and Helen Ann Bleser.
He was preceded in death by a brother: Hilary; and a sister: Delores Seidl. 
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 29, 2007, at St. 
Peter the Fisherman 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. The family will greet relatives and 
friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, after 9 a.m. Thursday, 
until the time of Mass at 10 a.m. There will be no visitation this evening. 
Memorials may be made to St. Peter the Fisherman Parish. Friends and family 
are invited to gather at the Manitowoc Elks Lodge for a luncheon at 11:30 a.m. 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers, is assisting the Lesperance 
family with funeral arrangements. 
Manitowoc Herald Times  Wednesday, March 28, 2007  pg. A3 


LEO LESPERANCE

Leo (Tapo) Lesperance, 68, of 1400-19th St., Two Rivers, a retired Paragon 
Electric Co. Inc., employe, died Monday at home.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Mark Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Lesperance was born Dec. 25, 1903, at Coleman, son of the late Wilfred 
and Denise Morrow Lesperance. When he was 10 the family brought him to Two 
Rivers from Niagara, Wis. He retired three years ago from the Paragon firm 
after 20 years of employment.
Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Denise LaFond, Mrs. Rita Vanee and Mrs. 
Paul Larson, of Two Rivers. Three brothers and three sisters preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
2 p.m. Wednesday where memorial services will be at 8:15 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 19, 1972
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[Leo Joseph]
(b. 25 Dec. 1903/d. Dec. 1972/SSDI)


LEONARD I. LESPERANCE    (d. 1954)

Leonard I. Lesperance, 33, 2840-11th St., Two Rivers, a Navy veteran of World 
War II, who had been a salesman in electrical appliances at the Montgomery Ward 
Store at Two Rivers for the past two years, died early Monday at the Vetersn 
Hospital at Wood, Wis., where he had been a patient since December.
Funeral services will be conducted at 9 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mark Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Edward Wagner officiating, with buiral in Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Lesperance was born in Two Rivers in 1921, a son of Joseph and Evelyn Lesperance. 
He attended St. Mark Parochial School at Two Rivers. In 1945 he married the former 
Doris Daugs at Manitowoc, who survives him.
Besides his wife and parents, he leaves two daughters, Linda and Bonnie, and two 
sons, Gary and Eugene, at home; four sisters, Mrs. John Moseler of Two Rivers, Mrs. 
Walter Swiger of Ludington, Mich., Mrs. Isadore Pecha of Two Rivers and Mrs. Roy 
Lennardt of Manitowoc; and a brother, Francis D. Lesperance of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 2 
p.m. Tuesday. The Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 8, 1954 P. 18


LEONARD LESPERANCE    (d. 2014)

Leonard E. Lesperance, age 94, a resident of Northland Lodge, 2500 Garfield St., 
Two Rivers, died peacefully early Tuesday morning, July 15, 2014.
Leonard was born in Coleman, WI to the late George and Mary (Parenski) Lesperance, 
on December 2, 1919. He grew up on the family farm in Pound. Leonard attended 
Lincoln High School in Meriden, CT his freshman and  sophomore years and finished 
high school at Coleman High School. One of his biggest thrills was to tell the 
story how Willie Pep, an American professional boxer and considered to be one of 
the best fighters of the 20th century, befriended Leonard as a young man in 
Connecticut and asked if he would carry his bags into the boxing ring.
He joined the Army in September, 1943 and was sent to Hoff, Germany on March 4, 
1944 during World War II. He was assigned to the infantry and saw action in 
several European communities. His love of baseball drove him to try out for the 
Army baseball team, the Unicorn Free Press. He was the starting catcher and played 
alongside many major league players who also played on the team. When he returned 
from Germany in March 1946 he settled in Coleman. He wanted to be a farmer so he 
built silos and earned a diploma in Machanics School. In addition, he worked in 
Northern Wisconsin as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's Civilian 
Conservation Corps (CCC) that put thousands of Americans to work during the Great 
Depression on projects with environmental benefits. He worked in the Chequamegon-
Nicolet National Forest planting trees.
In 1947 he moved to Two Rivers and initially worked at the Aluminum Goods and then 
met Sylvia Grimm in March of 1949 as well as her three young boys, (private) Grimm. 
He worked on Sylvia's farm and they married in October 25, 1953 at St. Luke's 
Catholic Church. While also serving as a volunteer firefighter for the Town of Two 
Rivers, he helped raise the three boys and in 1956, he and Sylvia had a daughter 
(private). Leonard's interest in baseball continued and in 1950, following a meeting 
with Howie Timm, Woody Guetschow, and the Manitowoc County Baseball League president, 
"Lenny" paid the franchise fee to help form the Two Rivers Clubs as a league entry. 
He briefly played as a cathcher, but his work on the farm prevented him from 
dedicating full time as a player. In the 1960's after which Two Rivers also had 
the Polar Bears as the second entry in the county league, Leonard briefly coached 
the Two Rivers Cubs. Just one week ago, Lenny was the guest of honor at a Two 
Rivers Polar Bears home game played at Walsh Field.
Leonard loved farming and helped teach the three boys and his daughter the benefits 
of hard work and honesty, two personal traits that he carried throughout his life. 
He enjoyed sports throughout his life and would fit in his daily chores the joy 
of playing baseball, basketball and football with his children. Although he and 
Sylvia retired from farming and moved to Two Rivers in 1972, he never lost his 
love for working outdoors. He worked for Lakeside Canning Company from 1978 and 
1992 and was a respected field foreman for most of those years.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
On his immediate family, Leonard was preceded in death by his mother and father, 
Mary and George Lesperance, stepson John Grimm, brothers Lester, Clement and 
Francis, and sisters Shirley and Joan. He is also survived by 52 nieces and 
nephews.
Funeral services will beheld at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 21, 2014 at St. Peter 
the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3201 Mishicot Road 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. Military graveside rites will be accorded by 
members of the VFW Post #1248 and American Legion Post #165 of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers from 9:00 
until 11:00 a.m. Monday morning. There will be no Sunday evening visitation.
The family would like to thank Marie Boulanger and Lyle and Carol Ausloos, as 
well as the staff at Northland Lodge Assisted Living and Southern Care Hospice 
for their kindness and comfort they provided for Leonard.
Herald Times Reporter, July 2014


LORRAINE LESPERANCE

Lorraine M. Lesperance, age 72, of 4117 Tannery Road, Two Rivers, died Sunday, 
January 4, 1998, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 7, 1998, at Holy 
Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. William O'Brien will officiate, with 
burial of cremains at a later date at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Lorraine was born December 28, 1925, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph 
and Clara (Vnuk) Tadych. She attended Manitowoc Public Schools, graduating from 
Lincoln High School in 1943. On September 16, 1950, she married Terry Lesperance 
in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on June 9, 1983. Lorraine was employed at 
Sentry Foods, Two Rivers, for more than 20 years, retiring in 1985. She was a 
member of the Fairview Women's Golf League and was an avid bowler.
Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law, Jan (Tim) Tolbert, Milwaukee, 
Jeanie (Carm) D'Amato, Kiel, and Laurie (Orv) Gutzman, Janesville; five 
grandchildren, Mordecai and Mathew Tolbert, Tony and Gina D'Amato, and Nicole 
Gutzman; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Rhinert (Velma) Tadych, Madison, Harold 
(Mary Ann) Tadych, Madison; one sister, Tina Jagodinski, Manitowoc; a special 
brother-in-law, Bob Lesperance, Two Rivers. She is further survived by nieces, 
nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends. She was 
preceded in death by one brother, Joseph Tadych; one sister, Frances Tadych; one 
granddaughter, Tiffani Gutzman; and one brother-in-law, Edward Jagodinski.
The family will greet family and friends at the church from 9 a.m. Wednesday 
until time of service at 11 a.m. Klein & Stangel Funeral Home is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 5, 1998 P. 2


LOUIS J. LESPERANCE

Louis J. Lesperance, 49, 1212 Buchholz street, Two Rivers, died at Municipal 
hospital there Monday night following illness of a year.
Services are to be held at the St. Mark Catholic church at 9 a.m. Thursday 
with the Rev. Edward E. Wagner officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery.
A native of Coleman, Wis., Mr. Lesperance had lived in Two Rivers for 3 years. 
He was employed at the Hamilton plant and formerly worked on Great Lakes ships.
He married the former Mary Deprey at Menominee, Mich., in 1930.
Surviving are the widow; one son, David; three daughters, Joanne, Darlene and 
Ann; six sisters, Mrs. Raymond LaFond, Mrs. Raymond Venne and Mrs. Paul Larson 
all of Two Rivers, Mrs. Carl Erickson of the town of Two Rivers, Mrs. Henry 
Granger of Manitowoc and Mrs. Joseph Samide of Springfield, Ill.; and two 
brothers, Victor Lesperance of Wausau and Leo of Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel funeral home from 3 p.m. Wednesday 
until the time of services. The St. Mark Holy Name society, of which he was a 
member, will recite the rosary at 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 8, 1950  P.2


MARGARET LESPERANCE

Mrs. Arthur Lesperance, 50, of 2215 13th street, Two Rivers, died Tuesday at 
the Wisconsin General hospital, Madison, where she had been a patient since 
Aug. 21. 
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Marks Catholic church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Samuel Engl officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
cemetery.
Born Margaret Zych in this city in 1897, she was married to Mr. Lesperance, an 
employe of the Hamilton company in Two Rivers, in 1920 in this city. Mrs. 
Lesperance had been employed at the Paragon Electric company, Two Rivers, and 
was a member of the VFW auxiliary.
Surviving are the husband and a son, Wesley, at home. She is also survived by 
a brother, Tony Zych of this city and three sisters, Mrs. Tillie Hauck of 
Mishawaka, Ind., Mrs. Rose Mecha and Mrs. Florence Zych of this city.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home in Two Rivers. 
The rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Thursday and the VFW auxiliary will hold 
memorial services at 8:15 the same evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 17, 1947  P.2
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Manitowoc County:
Miss Margaret Zych, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Zych was married last 
Wednesday to Arthur Lesperance of Two Rivers, son of Mr. and Mrs. Octave 
Lesperance. The wedding was solemnized at the St. Boniface Church.
Kiel Tri County Record, June 24, 1920 page 4


MARY E. LESPERANCE    (d. 1956)

Mrs. Mary Lesperance, 62, of 2023 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died at 5 p.m. 
Thursday at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient 
the past six weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Klein & Stangel 
Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. with a solemn requiem high 
Mass at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, with the Rev. Adolph Dolezal 
serving as celebrant. Assisting him will be the Rev. Glen Ochs as deacon, 
and the Rev. Alfred Ebel as subdeacon. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Lesperance, nee Mary Herberg, was born in Milwaukee on Oct. 3, 1893, a 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Herberg. When she was a year old 
the family brought her to Two Rivers where she had resided since. She was 
married in Two Rivers on Oct. 19, 1913?, to Delore Lesperance, who died on 
May 17, 1947. 
Mrs. Lesperance was a member of the Altar Society of St. Luke church, the 
Third Order of St. Francis and the Columbus Home Association Auxiliary.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Ludwig Seidl of Toledo, Ohio; two sons, Kenneth 
of Two Rivers, and Hilary Lesperance of Green Bay; and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 
o’clock this Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 29, 1956   P. 15
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Delore Lesperance and Mary Herberg, both of this city were united in marriage 
at St. Luke's Church Tuesday morning, Rev. Father Geissler performing the 
ceremony. They will reside in this city.
The Reporter, Fri., Oct. 22, 1915


NORMA MARY LESPERANCE

Norma Mary (Beitzel) Lesperance, age 89, formerly of 1808 30th St., 
Two Rivers, died on Saturday evening, Dec. 22, 2007, at Hamilton 
Memorial Home, Two Rivers. 
Norma was born on Oct. 15, 1918, in Two Rivers, a daughter of the 
late Bernard and Bertha (Waier) Beitzel. She graduated from 
Washington High School, Two Rivers, with class of 1936. On Nov. 27, 
1940, she married Kenneth C. Lesperance at St. Luke's Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on March 26, 2007. 
Norma was employed at Vassar Studio in Two Rivers for 25 years, 
and briefly at Mirro Aluminum Company before her retirement. She 
was a fun-loving, spirited woman who loved entertaining, and 
parties with family and friends. Norma enjoyed spending time at 
the beach, picnics, playing cards, and was an avid golfer. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death 
by five sisters: Gertrude, Delores, Helen, Sally and Genevieve; 
and four brothers: Harold, Frank, Peter and Archie. 
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, Dec. 27, 
2007, at St. Peter the Fisherman 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. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the 
Fisherman Catholic Church, after 9 a.m., until the time of Mass 
at 10:30 a.m. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation. 
Memorials may be made to St. Peter the Fisherman Parish. 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is 
assisting the Lesperance family with funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 25, 2007 


OCTAVE LESPERANCE

Octave Lesperance, 83, a resident of Two Rivers for 26 years, died early this 
morning at the home of his son, Delore.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock from St. Lukes 
Catholic church with the Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo officiating. Interment will 
be in Holy Cross cemetery.
Lesperance was born in St. Julian, Canada, Nov. 1, 1855. Forty nine years ago 
he married Miss Josephine Moreau and the couple came to Wisconsin 38 years ago, 
settling at Coleman. They moved to Two Rivers in 1912.
The widow, six sons, four daughters, 30 grandchidlren and four great-grand-
children survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, January 8, 1938 P. 5


OLIVER LESPERANCE

Death came to Oliver Lesperance, Sunday evening, at Two Rivers, on his eighty-
first birthday. He died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Burgard, of 
1906 28th street. He had been ill five years.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the St. Lukes Catholic 
church in Two Rivers. Burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery.
Born at Quebec, Canada, in 1864, Oliver Lesperance came to this country at the 
age of 18 and made his home at Coleman. He was employed as a carpenter and 
cabinet maker and in 1888 married Miss Thelma Peche. The family made its home 
on a farm for a time and 31 years ago came to Two Rivers. Mr. Leperance was 
employed by the Hamilton Manufacturing company as a cabinet maker. He retired 
24 years ago and his wife preceded him in death 15 years ago.
Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Camille Pauze, of this city; Mrs. John 
Burgard, Mrs. Sam Skrivanie, Mrs. James Skrivanie, and Mrs. David Mueller, all 
of Two Rivers; a son, Fred Lesperance, Milwaukee; 17 grandchidlren, five great 
grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Rosana Baudry, 91, who lives at Chicago.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel funeral home, Two Rivers, where 
the rosary will be recited Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 5, 1945 P. 2


OSCAR LESPERANCE

Oscar J. Lesperance, 82, of 2314 Adams St., Two Rivers, retired longtime 
Hamilton Industries, Two Rivers employe, died Sunday noon at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services 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.
Mr. Lesperance was born at Montreal, Canada, Sept. 7, 1891, a son of the late 
Octave and Josephine Moreau Lesperance. He married the former Susan Burns at 
Two Rivers Oct. 7, 1914. She died in 1951.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. 
Tuesday where memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m.
Herald-Times Reporter Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis., December 31, 1973
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(b. 7 Sept. 1891/d. Dec. 1973/SSDI)
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The marriage of Oscar Lesperance and Susie Burns took place Wednesday morning 
at St. Luke's Church, Rev. Hugo performing the ceremony. The couple will reside 
in this city.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 10, 1914


PALMA LESPERANCE

DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS
Mrs. Oliver Lesperance, 56, passed away today at the home, 2004 Madison street, 
after an illness of several years. Burial will be Saturday morning from St. 
Luke's church. A husband, one son, five daughters, an aged father Louis Picha, 
Coleman, one brother and two sisters survive. The deceased came here seventeen 
years ago from Coleman with her husband.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, May 1, 1930 P. 13

ROBERT O. LESPERANCE

Robert O. Lesperance, age 79, of 2411 34th St. Two Rivers, died Saturday afternoon, January 18, 2014, after a brief illness, at Aurora BayCare Medical Center, Green Bay.
Robert was born April 3, 1934 in Two Rivers, son of the late Oscar J. and Susan (Burns) Lesperance. He attended St. Luke and St. Mark's Grade Schools in Two Rivers and was a 1952 graduate of Washington High School. He then served his country for 4 years as a member of the U.S. Navy from 1954 - 1958. Bob retired from Hamilton Industries in 1996, where he worked as an inspector/repairman for 44 years. He was a member of St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, and served as a Eucharistic Minister; he was a longtime member of St. Joe's Athletic Club in Two Rivers, and current member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 1957 of Two Rivers. Bob was an avid golfer, a huge Cubs and Packer fan; and enjoyed biking, bowling, reading, and visiting with family.
Surviving sisters include: Claire DePrey, Niagra Falls, NY, Lucile Peshek of Manitowoc; along with many nieces, nephews, and many friends. "Uncle" was especially close to his brothers girls: Jan Tolbert, Jeanie Olson, and Laurie Gutzman; and his grand-nephews, Mordecar & Matthew Tolbert. Bobby was a wonderful brother to his sister, Lucile, visiting with her every week, until his illness.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Terence Lesperance and his wife, Lorraine; two sisters & brothers-in-law, Beatrice (Gerald) Naidl, Pearline (Robert) Bauers; brothers-in-law, Joe DePrey and Paul Peshek; and an infant niece, Gail.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 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. Military graveside rites will be accorded at the church immediately following the mass by members of the American Legion Post #165 and VFW Post #1248 of Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Wednesday morning from 10:00 until 10:45 a.m. There will be no visitation held this evening.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St. Two Rivers is assisting the Lesperance family with funeral arrangements.
Bobby was a loving link between extended family members. He knew where all his siblings children were and was there to help out whenever necessary.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., January 21, 2014

ROY E. LESPERANCE

Roy Lesperance, 29, a former Two Rivers resident, died Saturday night at an 
Evanston, Ill., hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Klein & Stangel 
Inc., Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. at the St. Luke Catholic Church in Two Rivers. 
Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born in Two Rivers on Dec. 1, 1924, son of the late Fred and Mrs. Irene 
Parent Lesperance. He entered military service in 1945 and was discharged with 
the rank of airman first class from the 85th Transport Squadron in 1953. Since 
that time he had been living with his sister, Mrs. Melvin Newhauser at Evanston, 
Ill.
He is survived by his mother, now living in California, and his sister.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 29, 1954 P. 18


SHIRLEY A. LESPERANCE

Mrs. Shirley A. Lesperance, 59, of 2901 42nd St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
Sunday morning, August 19, 1990 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 10 am Wednesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, 
Rev. Paul Schumacher officiating and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Shirley was born April 26, 1931 at Brookville, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late 
Sherman and Dorothy Caylor Johnson. She was a graduate of Washington High School 
with the Class of 1950. On July 24, 1954 she married Francis E. Lesperance at Two 
Rivers.
Survivors include her husband, Fran; one son, Michael Lesperance of Mishicot; one 
daughter, Marie Lesperance of Two Rivers; one brother and sister-in-law, Francis 
and Catherine Johnson of Two Rivers; a half brother, Jake Geimer of Colorado; one 
sister and brother-in-law, Caroline and Bill Reiland of Salt Lake City, Utah; a 
half sister and brother-in-law, Sandra and Danny Klein of Two Rivers; other 
relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by a brother, Robert 
Johnson and a half sister, Sylvia Geimer. Friends may call at Deja and Martin 
Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, 5 - 8 pm Tuesday. Memorial service will be held at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Aug. 20, 1990 page B9
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[bur. 08-22-1990/age 59 yrs.]


SUSAN LESPERANCE

Mrs. Oscar Lesperance, 60, 1718 19th St., Two Rivers, died Monday morning at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where she had been a patient since last Thursday. 
She had been in ill health for a number of years.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday in St. Luke’s Catholic church, 
Two Rivers, Rt. Rev. Msgr. C.V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Lesperance, nee Susan Burns, was born in Norway, Mich., in 1891, a daughter 
of Thomas and Elizabeth Lord Burns. For a number of years the family lived at 
Niagara, Wis. She came to Two Rivers in 1913 and was married in 1914 to Oscar 
Lesperance of Two Rivers, who survives her.
Besides her husband she leaves four daughters, Mrs. Joseph Deprey of Niagara 
Falls, N.Y., Mrs. Gerald Naidl of Two Rivers, Mrs. Paul Peashek of Two Rivers 
and Mrs. Robert Bauers of Algoma, Wis., and two sons, Terrance and (sic). There 
are also a sister, Mrs. Nettie Mascott of Niagara Falls, N.Y., Robert Lesperance 
of Two Rivers, and two brothers, George and Thomas Burns, also of Niagara Falls, 
and 10 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 
noon Tuesday until the hour of services. The rosary will be recited at the 
funeral home at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 15, 1951  P.2
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The marriage of Oscar Lesperance and Susie Burns took place Wednesday morning 
at St. Luke's Church, Rev. Hugo performing the ceremony. The couple will reside 
in this city.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 10, 1914


TANYA M. LESPERANCE

Tanya Mae Lesperance, three weeks, of 1404 15th St., Two Rivers, died Sunday 
evening at Two River Community Hospital.
Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers, with the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating.
Tanya was born Jan. 12, 1975, daughter of Eugene and Sandra Wunsch Lesperance.
Survivors include her parents, a brother, Mitchell, and two sisters, Tammy Jo 
and Michelle Lee, at home; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Wunsch, 
of Two Rivers; paternal great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lesperance, 
of Two Rivers and maternal great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Olson, of 
Shoto and Mr. and Mrs. Ira Broker, of Two Rivers. Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home of Two Rivers is in charge of funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 3, 1975  P.12


TERENCE LESPERANCE

Terence J. (Terry) Lesperance, 67, of 4117 Tannery Rd., Two Rivers, died Thursday, 
June 9, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 9 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. 
Mr. Lesperance was born May 30, 1916, at Two Rivers, son of the late Oscar and 
Susan Burns Lesperance. He served as first lieutenant in the United States Army 
during World War II. He married Lorraine Tadych Sept. 16, 1950, at St. Mary 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He had been employed with Hamilton Industries 43 years, 
retiring about five years ago. Mr. Lesperance was a former Manitowoc County Board 
supervisor and was active in Holy Redeemer parish activities.
Survivors include his wife, three daughters, Jan Lesperance of Milwaukee, Mrs. 
Carmine (Jean) D'Amoto of Kiel and Laurie Lesperance of Janesville; a brother, 
Robert Lesperance of Two Rivers; four sisters, Mrs. Joseph (Claire) DePrey of 
Niagara Falls, N.Y., Mrs. Beatrice Naidl and Mrs. Paul (Lucile) Peshek of Two 
Rivers and Mrs. Robert (Pearline) Bauers of Algoma and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers 6 o'clock 
to 9 o'clock this Friday evening. A memorial service will be at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, June 10, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. 06-11-1983/age 67 yrs.]
(30 May 1916/June 1983/SSDI)


WILBERT LESPERANCE

Wilbert Lesperance, 80, of 2223-13th St., Two Rivers, died Saturday morning 
at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. John Neuser will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
Mr. Lesperance was born Aug. 17, 1896, at Coleman, son of the late John and 
Emma Pecha Lesperance. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard and married Agnes 
Yelmene July 6, 1921, at Mishicot. Mr. Lesperance was employed at Mirro 
Aluminum Co., retiring in 1961. He was a member of St. Mark Holy Name Society. 
Mrs. Lesperance preceded him in death in 1968.
Survivors include two sons, Abner, of Manitowoc and Gerald, of Two Rivers; 
three daughters, Mrs. Daniel (June) Wacholz, Mrs. Chester (Delores) Cudahy and 
Mrs. Ronald (Dona) Jasper, of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Josie Bunker, of Green 
Bay, six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Three brothers and nine 
sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
4 o’clock this Monday afternoon, where a memorial service will be at 7:30 
o’clock.
Herald Times Reporter, March 6, 1977 P.12
(Note: Obituary is in Mar. 7 1977 p.3. Newspaper mislabeled Mar. 6 in archives)
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(17 Aug. 1896/Mar. 1977/SSDI)
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Miss Agnes Yelemene of Mishicot and Wilber Lesperance of Two Rivers were married 
at the Holy Cross Church at Mishicot at 9 o'clock last week one day. The Rev. 
Father Beth officiated at the ceremony. The couple were attended by Miss Viola 
Yelemene and Simon Lesperance. The bride is a daughter of Peter Yelemene at whose 
home a reception was held and a dinner served to fifty invited guests. The 
newlyweds are honeymooning in northern Wisconsin and upon their return will make 
their home at Two Rivers. Among those present at the reception were Mr. and Mrs. 
Victor Cardoni of Cadott, Wis., and Arthur Yelemene of Duluth.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 14, 1921


WILFRED LESPERANCE

W. LESPERANCE DIES SATURDAY 
Funeral Services Set For Tuesday Morning 
Wilfred Lesperance, 70, a well known resident of this city for the past 10 
years, died at Two Rivers Municipal hospital Saturday afternoon following an 
operation. He had been in ill health for some time He made his home with his 
daughter, Mrs. Paul Larsen, 2117 13th street for the past year.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 9 o’clock from St. Mark’s 
Catholic church. The Rev. Father Peter Nilles will officiate. Burial will be 
at Holy Cross cemetery. The remains are at the Beduhn and Goetz funeral home.
Mr. Lesperance was born Montreal, Canada, 70 years ago, July 3. He was married 
in Canada to Denise Moreau, who preceded him in death here two years ago.
He lived on a farm in the town of Coleman, Marinette county, for 20 years. 
Later the family moved to Niagara, Wis., where they spent six years. For the 
past 19 years he resided in Two Rivers where he was an employe of the Aluminum 
Goods Mfg. Co. Plant No. 1. He was a member of the Holy Name society of St. 
Mark’s church.
Mr. Lesperance leaves six daughters, Mrs. Mary Granger of Manitowoc, Mrs. Irene 
Venne, Mrs. Denise LaFond, both of Two Rivers, Mrs. Belma Smide of Springfield, 
Ill., Mrs. Raymond Venne and Mrs. Albertine Larsen, also of Two Rivers, and 
four sons, Victor of Manitowoc, Louis, Leo and David Lesperance, all at home. 
He is also survived by two brothers, Joseph of Coleman and Oliver Lesperance 
of this city, and a sister, Mrs. Rose Beadry of Coleman. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 1, 1933  P.9 


MICHAEL LESWISS

Michael Leswiss, 58, Is Victim of Stroke 
TWO RIVERS (Special)—A stroke suffered over two years ago proved fatal to 
Michael Leswiss, 58, who died at the municipal hospital late yesterday afternoon. 
He was born in Lincoln in Kewaune county on April 21, 1879. He came to this city 
in 1920 and was employed as a cabinet maker. Leswiss was never married. One 
brother, Joseph of Lincoln, Wis., survives. 
The body may be viewed at the Jansky funeral home after 7 o’clock tonight. The 
rosary will be prayed there at 7:45 Friday evening. Funeral services will be 
held from the funeral home at 8:45 a.m. and from the St. Luke’s Catholic church 
at 9 a.m. Saturday. The Rev. C. V. Hugo will conduct the services. Burial will 
be in Holy Cross cemetery. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 5, 1937 P.11
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[Not in city cemetery record]
(From reseacher/see contributors page:
In Plot 26-8 of Holy Cross Cemetery in Two Rivers the identification of the
persons could be made clearer. Clara Leswiss, daughter of August Leswiss,
married Emile Dachelet. He is buried in Brussels, Door County. Michael was 
her brother. This could be clarified by citing Clara as nee Clara Leswiss 
and show that Michael's name is Leswiss (not Dachelet)


ANNA LEVANETZ

Mrs. Henry Levanetz, 73, nee Anna Hallada, died Friday 
night at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at St.
Luke's church, Two Rivers, with burial in Holy Cross
cemetery.
She was born in Bohemia in 1873 and came here when a
girl to live with an uncle, Vincent Hallada, in Two
Creeks. She was married to Henry Levanetz in Two Rivers
in 1907. Since the death of her husband three years ago
Mrs. Levanetz had lived with her only daughter, Mrs.
Norman Ringmeier, 1717 22nd street, Two Rivers. In
addition to the daughter she is survived by a sister
and four grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc.,
funeral home, Two Rivers, where the rosary will be 
recited at 8 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, July 27, 1945


HENRY W. LEVANETZ

Henry W. Levanetz, 63, of 1717 22nd street, Two Rivers, died at the municipal 
hospital in that city today. He had been in failing health two weeks.
Funeral services will be held from the Klein and Stangel, Inc. funeral home 
Tuesday afternoon.
Henry Levanetz was born in Stangelville in 1879 and came to Two Rivers with 
his parents in 1895. For nearly 30 years he was employed by the Boehringer 
Company in Two Rivers. 
In 1907 he married Miss Anna Hallada who survives with a daughter, Mrs. Norman 
Ringmeier of Two Rivers, two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Grimmer and Mrs. Arthur 
Luebke of Two Rivers; two brothers, John of Whitewater and Louis of Milwaukee; 
and four grandchildren.
Mr. Levanetz is a member of the CZBJ lodge.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 20, 1943  P.2


JULIA LEVANETZ

Mrs. Julia M. Levanetz, 72, of 806 27th Street, Two Rivers, died Monday morning, 
April 13, 1987, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 10 am 
Wednesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will officiate 
with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Levanetz was born August 19, 1914 at Green Bay, Wisconsin, daughter of Eva 
Lesperance and the late John Kenville Sr. She married Raymond Levanetz on June 5, 
1937, at St. Mark Catholic church, Two Rivers. Mrs. Levanetz was employed at Wolf 
Snyder Drug Store for 19 years, retiring in 1977. She was a member of the Ladies 
of St. Luke.
Survivors include her husband, Raymond; four sons and three daughters-in-law, James 
Levanetz of Mishicot, Jeffrey and Nancy Levanetz of Rhinelander, Jon and Judy 
Levanetz of Green Bay and Jerry and Gail Levanetz of Two Rivers; a daughter and a 
son-in-law, Judy and Winton Jonas of Two Rivers; her mother, Mrs. Eva Kenville of 
Manitowoc; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Leonard and Florence Kenville of Niagara, 
Wisconsin and John Jr. and Gladys Kenville of Two Rivers; four sisters and three 
brothers-in-law, Agnes Nebel of Manitowoc, Lucille and Cyril Koprowski of Two Rivers, 
Doris and Alger Pelnar of Two Rivers and Lorraine and Alvin Pavlowicz of Manitowoc; 
18 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death 
by an infant son, Joel Thomas.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 4 pm to 
8 pm this Tuesday. Parish Memorial Service will be held at 2 pm this Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Apr. 14, 1987 page 14
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[bur. 04-15-1987/age 72 yrs.]
(19 Aug 1914/Apr 1987/SSDI)


RAYMOND J. LEVANETZ

Raymond J. Levanetz, age 89, a resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, 
died Sunday evening, March 4, 2001, at the home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 7, 2001, at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, 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.
Raymond was born March 21, 1911, in Two Rivers, Wis., son of the late Joseph and 
Emma Kafka Levanetz. On June 5, 1937, he married the former Julia M. Kenville, at 
St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Julia preceded him in death on April 13, 1987. 
Ray was employed with Manitowoc Shipbuilding Co. as a welder and the Two Rivers 
Community House for many years. After his retirement, he continued his employment 
with Bill's Pick N Save, as a bagger. Ray was an avid golfer, bowler, dartball 
player, and especially enjoyed hunting with his boys.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Paul Virnoche, Two Rivers; 
three sons and four daughters-in-law, Jeffrey and Nancy Levanetz, Rhinelander, 
John and Judy Levanetz, Trevor, Wis., Jerry and Gail Levanetz, Two Rivers, Carol 
Levanetz, Rhinelander; 18 grandchidlren, eight step grandchildren; one brother 
and sister-in-law, Roy and Dorothy Levanetz, Saukville, Wis. Ray is also survived 
by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Ray was also preceded in death 
by a son, James A. Levanetz; and infant son son, Joel Thomas; an infant grandson, 
Scott Sauer; a sister and brother-in-law, Cele and Lester Kirchen; a son-in-law, 
Winton (Windy) Jonas.
The family will greet relatives and friends Wednesday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 
the time of service at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 6, 2001 P. A6


EDWARD LEVY

Edward Levy, age 79, of 2512 14th St., Two Rivers, died late Tuesday evening, 
February 20, 2001, at Hamilton memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 24, 2001, at St. 
Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Larry Seidl will officiate at the Mass 
of Christian Burial. Burial will take palfce at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Ed was born March 13, 1921, in Casco, son of the late Edward and Marie Bouchek 
Levy. Ed served with the United States Army from 1943 to 1946 and retired from 
the Two Rivers National Guard in 1975 after serving 19 years. On May 10, 1947, 
he married the former Jean Boeselager at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Ed retired from Hamilton Industries as a supervisor in 1987. He was a volunteer 
at Washington House in Two Rivers.
Survivors include his wife, Jean, Two Rivers; three sons and daughters-in-law, 
Thomas and Paula Levy, Algoma, Robert and Jill Levy, Two Rivers, Alan and Sandie 
Levy, Oklahoma City one daughter and son-in-law, Pat and Nick Scheuer, Dallas 
Texas; four grandchildren, Tom Munch, Manitowoc, Kathleen Levy, Algoma, Chrystee 
Levy, Two Rivers, Nic Levy, Two Rivers; one great-grandson, Jonah Muench; one 
sister and brother-in-law, Leona and Walter Christoffel, Two Rivers; one step 
brother, Bob (Ruth) Monk, Two Rivers; nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Jean.
Friends may call at St. Mark Catholic Church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the 
time of service at 11 a.m.
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Hamilton 
Home for their care and kindness to Ed.
Herald Times Reporter, February 22, 2001  P. A6


JEAN M. LEVY

Jean M. Levy, age 81, of Two Rivers, died on Tuesday morning, April 15, 2008, 
at the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center. 
Jean was born on Dec. 2, 1926 in Kiel, daughter of the late Ervin and Viola 
(Zimmerman) Boeselager. She graduated from Washington High School, Two Rivers, 
with the class of 1944. On May 10, 1947, she married Edward Levy. He preceded 
her in death on Feb. 20, 2001. Jean enjoyed spending time with her family, 
sewing, knitting, crocheting, doing cross-stitch and reading. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by her brother and sister-in-law: James and Mary 
Ellen Boeselager. 
A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 18, 2008, at St. 
Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church. Officiating at the Memorial Mass will 
be the Rev. William O'Brien. Burial of the cremated remains will be at Holy 
Cross Cemetery at a later date. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Church 
from 9:30 until 10:15 a.m. 
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements. 
The family has requested that memorials be made to the American Heart Assoc-
iation, the American Lung Association or charity of their choice. 
The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the nurses and staff 
at the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center for their kind and dedicated 
treatment of our Mother. 
Herald Times Reporter, April 16, 2008 

CHAD LICHTERMAN

Chad A. Lichterman, age 42, a Manitowoc resident, entered eternal life on Monday, January 19, 2015.
Chad was born June 3, 1972 in Neenah, Wisconsin. He was the son of Joseph D. Lichterman and Sharon S. Baucum Lieding. Chad was a graduate of Washington High School in Two Rivers with the class of 1991. He continued his education at Lakeshore Technical College receiving his associates degree in mechanical engineering and then furthered his education at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Chad had been employed at Northern Labs, Invincible Furniture and Encore Productions. He enjoyed drawing abstract art, playing cribbage, golfing and video games. Chad enjoyed his family and spending time with them.
He is survived by his daughter: Jolene Wagner, Manitowoc, WI; father: Joseph (Jeanne Knight) Lichterman, Two Rivers, WI; mother: Sharon (Dennis) Lieding, Two Rivers, WI; two sisters: Robyn Geroso, Manitowoc, WI; Kristy (Tom) Enz, Appleton, WI; one brother: David Lichterman, Two Rivers, WI; one step sister: Sabina Casperson; two step brothers: Tom Villar and John Villar close friend: Ramona Wagner, Manitowoc, WI; many nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.
A Life Celebration Social for relatives and friends will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2015 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, 620 North Water Street, Manitowoc, located on the south property of the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. At 5:00 p.m. there will be a time of remembrance and prayer with family and friends led by Rev. Dave Beaudry. Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel.
Chad meant a lot to his family and will be greatly missed. Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers memorials would be appreciated in his name.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., January 23, 2015 pg. A3

DALE LICHTERMAN

Dale Lichterman, age 65, of Two Rivers, died Thursday evening, June 26, 2014 
at his residence.
Dale was born May 25, 1949 in Casco, WI, son of the late John and Lucy (Arendt) 
Lichterman. He graduated from Washington High School with the class of 1968 
and attended technical school for 2 years. On May 26, 1974 Dale married the 
former Debra Haen at St. Hedwig Catholic Church in East Krock, Kewaunee County. 
He was employed at Fisher Hamilton until his retirement. Dale enjoyed golfing, 
gardening, playing cards, building bird houses and was an avid Packer and Brewer 
fan. He very much enjoyed being a husband, father and grandfather.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Dana Katherine Lichterman; sister, 
brothers and sisters-in-law: John and Shirley Lichterman, Donald and Diane 
Lichterman, Murial Lichterman, Mary Lichterman; brothers-in-law and sister-in-
law: Chester Kusiack, Dean Richter, Charles Lehman, Jack Gerard, Lyle Haen, Geri 
and Howard Newby; mother-in-law and father-in-law: Evelyn and Norbert Haen; and 
a nephew, Troy Michael Caskey.
Funeral services will be held at 10:3 a.m. on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at St. 
Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church in Two Rivers. Officiating at the mass of 
Christian Burial will be Rev. Tom Reynebeau with burial to follow at Holy Cross 
Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A prayer service 
will be held at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue on Wednesday July 2, 2014 at 
St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church 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 Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the Lichterman family 
with funeral arrangements.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staffs of the Oncology 
Dept. of Drs. (private) for the care and compassion shown to Dale and his family.
Herald Times Reporter, June 2014 


DANA LICHTERMAN

Dana K. Lichterman, age 23, 2628 Riverside Drive, Two Rivers, died Monday morning, 
September 11, 2000 at St. Vincent Hospital Green Bay, following a courageous battle 
with cancer.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, September 15, 2000, at Holy 
Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. William O'Brien will officiate at 
the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
She was born December 31, 1976, in Two Rivers, daughter of Dale C. and Debra Haen 
Lichterman. She graduated from Washington High School with the class of 1996. Dana 
attended LTC for two years and was currently enrolled at Fox Valley Tech, Appleton.
Survivors include her parents, Dale and Debbie Lichterman, Two Rivers; one brother, 
Darrin Lichterman, a student at Lawrence University, Appleton; her maternal 
grandfather, Norbert Haen, Kewaunee; aunts and uncles, Lyle Haen, Algoma, Geri 
(Howard) Newby, Surprise, Ariz., Dennis (Rose) Haen, Casco, Shirley Lichterman, 
Menominee Falls, Donald Lichterman, Two Rivers, Dory Gerard, Manitowoc, Clara 
(Chester) Kusiak, Denmark, Joe (Jeanne) Knight) Lichterman, Manitowoc, Tony 
Lichterman, Oshkosh, Al (Barb) Lichterman, Two Rivers, Michael (Mary) Lichterman, 
Sheboygan, Mary (Gary) Brault, Manitowoc; her godparents, Susan Karolewski, Durango, 
Colo., Martin Kozlowski, Two Rivers; many close cousins and friends. She was 
preceded in death by her maternal grandmother. Evelyn Haen; her paternal grandparents, 
John and Lucy Lichterman; four uncles, John Lichterman, Dean Richter, Charles Lehman 
and John Gerard; an aunt, Dianne Lichterman.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, September 14, 
2000 at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. There will be a prayer service 
at 7 p.m. led by Father Bill. The visitation will continue on Friday from 9:30 a.m. 
until the time of service at 11 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church.
Dana enjoyed life to its fullest. She especially enjoyed cooking and dancing. She 
was a kind and compassionate person giving of herself, helping numerous people around 
her by putting their needs before her own and touching their lives in a very positive 
manner. During her illness, she touched the lives of many other cancer patients with 
her words of encouragement and humor. Her deep faith and trust in God had her prepared 
and at peace. Dana will always be remembered for her feistiness, her sense of humor, 
her caregiving for all she knew and met and above all her constant concern for her 
family.
Dana's family extends a special thank you to the medical staff of tenth floor pediatrics 
and the second floor pediatric oncology at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay and to Kay 
and Father Bill.
Herald Times Reporter, September 13, 2000  P. A2


GAIL MARIE LIEBAU

Gail M. Liebau, age 53, of 2400 12th St., Two Rivers, died early on Friday 
morning, Oct. 10, 2008, surrounded by her loving family.
Gail was born on Feb. 1, 1955, daughter of MaryAnn (Buenzow) Philipps and 
the late Gilbert Philipps. She graduated from Washington High School, Two 
Rivers, with the class of 1973.
Gail continued her education at Lakeshore Technical College and received 
her nursing assistant certification.
On May 17, 1988, she married Jim Liebau in Manitowoc.
Gail was employed for thirty years at Eggers Industries in production control. 
She enjoyed working in her yard, flowers, crafting, decorating, and spending 
time with her grandchildren.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by a daughter: Denver Marie Liebau; and her father: 
Gilbert Philipps; and one of her best friends: Debbie Goodchild Siminski.
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. Burial of her 
cremated remains will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers at a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at 
Klein & Stangel Funeral Home from 4 p.m. until the time of service at 7 p.m.
Memorials may be made in Gail's name for the benefit of individuals and 
families affected by brain tumors/cancer.
The family wishes to thank (private) for the care and compassion shown to 
Gail. Also thanks to (private) for their assistance given to (private) and 
the Appleton Medical Center.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 11, 2008

DENNIS J. LIEDING

Dennis J. "Denny" Lieding, exited out of his suffering and pain on Friday, June 3, 2016 at his home.
Denny was born October 7, 1941 in Sheboygan, son of Virginia (Graefe) Lieding and the late Vernon Lieding. He graduated from Sheboygan North High School with the class of 1961. He often spoke of the group of friends he hung out with as "the fellows." Denny later earned a degree from Purdue University in plant management with a MS from Northwestern University of Illinois. He secured a position with Abbott Labs and managed a company for them in Puerto Rico. Denny later worked at Becton Dickinson Pharmaceuticals. He married Sharon Baucum and they lived in Two Rivers.
Recovering miraculously from a hemorrhagic stroke, Denny retired early and devoted his remaining years to his home and family, playing with his grandchildren, painting interiors, gardening, traveling and taping TV programs. He had a passion for cars (Porsches, Camaros) and many other cars and trucks. Denny piloted small aircraft. His dream to be a fighter pilot was dashed due to vision problems. Denny and his father Vern belonged to the Civil Air Patrol.
Survivors include his wife Sharon Lieding, Two Rivers; five children: Dennis (Carrie) Lieding, Libertyville, IL; Nicole Lieding, Phoenix, AZ; (step children) Robyn (Lichterman) Geroso, Manitowoc; Kristy (Lichterman) and Tom Enz, Appleton; David Lichterman, Two Rivers; nine grandchildren: Derrik Lieding, Brett Lieding, Sean Geroso, Flora, Leo, Willow and Arlo Enz, and Joshua Lichterman; his mother Virginia Lieding, Goshen, IN; four sisters and three brothers-in-law: Linda & Dirk Dulmes, Cedarburg; Susan & Robert Schrameyer, Goshen, IN; Mary & Tom Osieczanek, TX; and Elizabeth Luce, NB. Denny is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father Vernon Lieding, two ex-wives Carol and Cora Lieding and a stepson Chad Lichterman.
A private service will be held this July at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.kleinandstangel.com and memorials can be sent to Klein & Stangel and will be forwarded to the family.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers and All-Care Cremation Center were assisting the Lieding family with funeral arrangements.
Our world was made a much better place because of Denny. Heaven has added another angel with a sweet, gentle, quiet nature. May the Lord hold him in the palms of His Hands and watch over and protect him.
The family wishes to send a special Thank You to Aurora at Home Hospice, Margaret, Pam, Trisha and the oxygen/bed team as well as his brother-in-law and sister-in-law Jon & Judy Levanetz for their care and compassion shown to Denny and the family.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., June 7, 2016

ANNA LIERSCH

MISS ANNA LIERSCH DIES AFTER SHORT ILLNESS; FUNERAL HERE
Miss Anna Liersch, who has conducted a grocery store on Seventeenth street 
for a number of years died yesterday afternoon at the Joseph Schroeder home, 
her demise being due to a complication of diseases. The body will lie in 
state at the Beduhn and Goetz Mortuary until Thursday evening when it will 
be taken to the Joseph Schroeder home from where the funeral will be held 
Friday morning with services at 10 o’clock at St. Luke’s Catholic church, 
Rev. C. V. Hugo officiating. Burial will be at the Catholic cemetery.
Born November 22, 1874 Miss Liersch was fifty years of age and had made the 
city her home for many years. She is survived by her father, Ferdinand Liersch 
of Milwaukee, her mother having preceded her in death a few years ago.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 26, 1927  P.12


ANDREW LING

Andrew Ling, 80, of 189 W. Chestnut St., Burlington, Wis., died Tuesday 
afternoon at Veterans Administrative Hospital, Wood, Wis., where he had 
been a patient for nine weeks.
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. 
Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Mr. Ling, a former engineer at the A.F. Gallum Co. at Milwaukee, and a 
veteran of World War I, was born Dec. 18, 1880, at Arboga, Sweden. The 
family brought him to this country when he was five. He retired in 1956.
Mr. Ling married Florence Bourgeois, a sister of the late Mrs. Zeno Schultz 
of Two Rivers, 12 years ago. She survives.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 7 p.m. Thursday where memorial 
services will be at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 28, 1968  P.28 


MABEL O. LING

Mrs. Mabel Ling, 55, a sister of three Two Rivers residents, died unexpectedly 
at her home at 9317 Blue Mound Road, Milwaukee, late Monday night. Death was 
due to a heart attack. 
Funeral services will be held Thursday at the Becker Funeral Home, 54th Street 
and Lisbon Ave., Milwaukee, after which the casket will be brought to Two 
Rivers for interment at Holy Cross Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. The Rev. Patrick 
McMahon will conduct the graveside services. The casket will be reopened at 
the graveside.
Mrs. Ling, nee Mabel Bourgeois, was born in 1898 at Bay Settlement, Brown County, 
a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Napoleon Bourgeois.
Mrs. Ling is survived by her husband, Andrew, a son, John Foster of Milwaukee 
and four sisters, Mrs. Emma Bourgeois, Mrs. Zeno Schultz and Mrs. Clara Brault 
of Two Rivers and Mrs. Florence Humphrey of San Antonio, Tex. 
Beduhn, Deja & Martin Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is in charge of funeral 
arrangements. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 23, 1953  P.25


ADRIAN J. LINTEREUR

Adrian J. Lintereur, 69, a former Two Rivers World War I veteran died shortly 
after noon Wednesday at the U.S. Veterans Administration Hospital at Downey, 
Ill., where he had been residing for more than 30 years. Funeral services will 
be at 9 am Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers and at 9:30 
am at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. H. J. Schmitz officiating. 
Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers, where military rites will 
be conducted by the Robert E. burns Post 163, American Legion.
Mr. Lintereur was born Jan. 19, 1891 at Coleman, Wis., a son of the late Joseph 
and Juliana Brault Lintereur. He attended the Coleman schools and in 1913 he 
enlisted in the U.S. Army. During World War I he served as an instructor in the 
Artillery at Ft. Sill, Okla. Discharged from the service in 1920 he came to Two 
Rivers and worked at the Hamilton Mfg. Co. until 1922 when he was hospitalized. 
He never married. 
Surviving are four sisters, Mrs. Orley Carrico of Winfield, Kan., Mrs. Glenn 
Rasmussen of Kerrville, Texas, Mrs. August Deau and Mrs. Agnes Rudebeck of Two 
Rivers; three brothers, Napoleon, Louis Sr. and Edgar of Two Rivers and several 
nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 6 pm Thursday 
where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Nov. 10, 1960 page T7
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News article Adrian Lintereur
EX-SERVICEMAN COMMITTED TO ASYLUM
Adrian Lintereur was committed to the Northern Hospital for the Insane Wednesday 
after examination by County Judge Chloupek and physicians. Mr. Lintereur boarded 
with Robert Jebavy. He became violent Tuesday night without warning and the women 
of the house had to run outdoors. Mr. Jebavy was not home. The man did considerable 
damage to the furniture and interior of the home before the officers arrived. They 
took him in charge and he was removed to Manitowoc. Lintereur's derangement may 
be due to the effects of service in the world war. He was gassed and suffered great 
hardship in the service of his country. We hope Uncle Sam will do something 
effective to insure Mr. Lintereur's recovery.
The Reporter, Fri., Mar. 30, 1923


AMANDA LINTEREUR

Mrs. Napolean Lintereur, 89, formerly of 1811 Madison St., Two Rivers, died 
Saturday, March 26, at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.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.
Mrs. Lintereur, nee Amanda Ammerman, was born March 4, 1894, at Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Braker Ammerman. She attended St. Luke 
Parochial School and was married to Napoleon Lintereur June 27, 1917, at Two 
Rivers. She was a member of St. Luke Catholic Church, Catholic Women's Study 
Club of the church and Knights of Columbus Auxiliary.
Survivors include her husband, a son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Tang Lintereur 
of East Warwick, R.I.; a daughter and son-in-law, Jeanne and Donald Rank of 
Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Caroline Henrickson of Two Rivers, 11 grandchildren and 
seven great grandchildren. A son, three brothers and three sisters preceded her 
in death.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 6 o'clock to 8 
o'clock this Monday evening. A memorial service will be at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, March 28, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. 03-29-1983/age 89 yrs.]
(04 Mar 1894/Mar 1983/SSDI)
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Napoleon Linteruer(sic), son of Mrs. Octavia Linteruer of the El Paso Hotel and 
Miss Amanda Ammerman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Ammerman took the marriage 
vows before the altar of St. Luke's Church Wednesday morning, Rev. Father Geissler 
officiating. Fred Linteruer and Miss Libbie Simono and Wm Ammerman and Miss Lottie 
Linteruer accompanied the couple. Following the ceremony a wedding feast and 
celebration for relatives of the bride and groom was enjoyed at the bride's home. 
The Reporter extends best wishes and congratulations.
The Reporter, Fri., June 29, 1917


DOROTHY LINTEREUR

Dorothy Lintereur, age 86, formerly of 2711 Lincoln Av., Two Rivers, died Wednesday 
morning, March 8, 1995, at the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
No Funeral Services will be held. Burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
She was born October 29, 1908, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late John and Minnie 
Schwake Goedjen. On September 12, 1930, she married to Edgar Lintereur in Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death February 13, 1965. She had been employed as a bookkeeper 
for Clem Becker Meats.
Survivors include three sons and two daughters-in-law, Robert Lintereur, Thiensville, 
Wis., Gary and Alice Lintereur, Shabbona, Ill., Terry and Sharon Lintereur, Green 
Bay; one daughter, Joan Haucke, Manitowoc; one brother and sister-in-law, Gerald 
and Melba Goedjen, Grand Junction, Colo.; one sister and brother-in-law, Katherine 
and Edward Sinkular, Grafton; one sister-in-law, Helen Goedjen, Two Rivers; seven 
grandchildren, Lynn (Scott) Denzin, Jacob, Joshua, Suzanne, Patrick, Nickolas, 
and Andrew Lintereur; one step-grandson, J.J. McDonell; two great-grandchildren; 
two step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Alvin and 
John Goedjen, one sister, Arleen O'Toole.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 5-8 p.m. 
TONIGHT.
Herald Times Reporter, March 9, 1995 P. A2
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(29 Oct 1908/08 Mar 1995/SSDI)


EDGAR J. LINTEREUR

Edgar J. Lintereur, 58, of 2711 Lincoln Ave., Two Rivers, office manager of 
Clem Becker Inc., Lincoln Avenue, wholesale meat firm, died unexpectedly of 
a heart attack at home early Saturday morning.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. H. J. Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Lintereur was born at Coleman, Marinette County, Feb. 11, 1907, son of the 
late Joseph and Octavia Brault Lintereur. He attended Coleman Grade School and 
West Green Bay High School. He was employed for a number of years at Stobbe and 
Seefeldt and later worked at Hamilton Mfg. Co. For the past six years he had 
been associated with the Becker company. He married the former Dorothy Goedjen 
at Two Rivers Sept. 12, 1930.
Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Dean Haucke, of Two Rivers; three 
sons, Robert, Gary and Terry, of Two Rivers; four sisters, Mrs. Leona Carrico, 
of Windfield, Kans. Mrs. Blanche Rasmussen, of Waco, Texas, and Mrs. August 
Deau and Mrs. Agnes Rudebeck of Two Rivers; two brothers, Napoleon and Louis, 
of Two Rivers, and one grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 13, 1965  P.12


ELAINE LINTEREUR

Elaine M. Lintereur, age 91, current resident of the Hamilton Care Center, 
Two Rivers, died Thursday night, July 19, 2012 at the Hamilton Care Center. 
Elaine was born March 9, 1921 in Two Rivers, a daughter of the late Peter E. 
Becker and Theresa (Polzar) Becker Kapitz. She attended St. Luke’s Catholic 
Grade School and Washington High School in Two Rivers, graduating with the 
class of 1939. On January 25, 1941, she married Leo Lintereur in Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death in 1977. Elaine was employed at Paragon Electric Co. 
for several years, and also worked at Mirro Aluminum Co. for many years until 
retiring. She was a very active member of St. Luke’s Catholic Church and also 
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Two Rivers where she sang with the church 
choir, and was active with the Ladies Society. She was currently a member of 
St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church. Elaine volunteered many hours to the 
community, especially at St. Vincent de Paul; she enjoyed crocheting, knitting, 
and doing craftwork.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
She was preceded in death by her father, Peter E. Becker; mother, Theresa Becker 
(William) Kapitz; husband, Leo Lintereur; son-in-law, Jim Hess; grandchild, 
Robyn Nebel; one sister, Lorraine McCarthy; and a step sister, Katherine Seidl.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 26, 2012 at St. 
Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3218 Tannery Rd., Two Rivers. Rev. Dick 
Mauthe will officiate at the memorial mass, with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic 
on Thursday morning after 9:30 a.m. until the time of mass at 11:00 a.m. 
Memorials may be made to St. Peter the Fisherman Parish.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 150618th St., Two Rivers is assisting the Lintereur 
family with funeral arrangements.
Elaine’s family would like to extend a special thank you to (private), and the 
staff of the Hamilton Care Center fo the compassionate care and kindness extended 
to our mother.
Herald Times Reporter, July 2012


FRED A. LINTEREUR

Fred A. Lintereur, 50, of 1819 20th street, Two Rivers, a leader in veterans 
organizations in that city since his army duty in World War I, died Tuesday 
at Wisconsin General hospital in Madison.
Seriously ill since late in May, Mr. Lintereur had been a patient in the 
Madison hospital for nearly a month.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Friday at the St. Luke Catholic church, 
Two Rivers, with the Rev. Patrick McMahon officiating. Burial will be in Holy 
Cross cemetery.
Well known in Two Rivers, Mr. Lintereur was a past commander of both the Eleven 
Gold Star post No. 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Robert E. Burns post 
No. 165, American Legion. He was prominent in the organization of the Two Rivers 
VFW post in 1924.
Born in Coleman in 1898, Mr. Lintereur came to Two Rivers with his family when 
16 years of age, where he enlisted in Co. H of the second Wisconsin infantry 
with which he served on the Mexican border. While fighting at Soisson, France, 
in 1918, he was gassed, for which he was later awarded the purple heart.
He was discharged in May, 1919, and two months later commissioned a second 
lieutenant in the 105th cavalry in which he served for two years. Following 
his army service he began work as a cabinet maker at the Hamilton Manufacturing 
company and ten years ago was transferred to the plant’s inspection department 
where he remained until ill health forced his retirement early this year.
In 1920 Mr. Lintereur married the former Marie Ammerman of Two Rivers, who 
survives along with two sons, LeRoy, a student at the University of Wisconsin, 
and Donald, at St. Norbert college; three daughters, Mrs. G. F. Thies of San 
Antonio, Texas, Mrs. Paul Cigler of Two Rivers and Miss Bernice at home; five 
brothers, Adrian of Downey, Ill., Edmund of Louisville, Napoleon, Louis and 
Edgar of Two Rivers; five sisters, Mrs. Orley Carrico of Winfield, Kansas, Mrs. 
August Deau, Mrs. Joseph Neveau and Mrs. Agnes Rudebeck of Two Rivers, and Mrs. 
Glenn Rasmussen of Appleton; and three grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 17, 1949
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Marriage of Fred/Marie Lintereur
Lieut. Fred Lintereur of Troop A. Calvary and Miss Marie Ammerman, daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. A. Ammerman, were united in marriage at ST. Luke's church Wednesday 
morning in the presence of friends and relatives. Miss Johanna Ammerman and Miss 
Agnes Lintereur and Louis Lintereur and John Ammerman attended the couple. 
Following the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents 
and a wedding dinner served. The newly weds departed this morning on an extensive 
wedding trip and upon their return will make their home here where the groom is 
employed at the Hamilton plant. The groom saw much service on the European 
battlefields as sergeant of Co. H. the Reporter extends best wishes and 
congratulations. Out of town guests at the Lintereur - Ammerman nuptials were 
Mr. and Mrs. Schultz and Miss Agnes Lintereur of Oconto, Mrs. Frank Heron and 
Blanch and Edgar Lintereur of Green Bay.
The Reporter, Thurs., July 1, 1920 


JOSEPH LINTEREUR

Two Rivers Section:
Mr. and Mrs. Amos Linteuer and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Gelinski returned 
to their homes in Menominee, Michigan, after attending the Jos. 
Linteuer funeral yesterday. Rudolph Schultz and Mrs. Carl Schultz 
returned to Oconto after attending the funeral of Jos. Linteuer 
which took place yesterday morning. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, September 19, 1928 Page 9


LEO J. LINTEREUR

Leo J. Lintereur, 55, of Green Bay, former Two Rivers resident, died at Green 
Bay.
Private funeral services for family and relatives will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday 
at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Zugler will 
officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Military graveside 
rites will be accorded Mr. Lintereur.
Survivors include a son, Ronald, of Sun Prairie; two daughters, Mrs. James 
(Judy) Hess, of Brillion and Mrs. Peter (Betty) Becker, of Two Rivers; his 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Napoleon E. Lintereur, of Two Rivers; a brother, Paul, 
of Warwick, R.I., a sister, Mrs. Donald (Jeanne) Rank, of Manitowoc and eight 
grandchildren.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home.
Herald Times Reporter, March 22, 1977  P.12
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News article Adrian Lintereur
EX-SERVICEMAN COMMITTED TO ASYLUM
Adrian Lintereur was committed to the Northern Hospital for the Insane Wednesday 
after examination by County Judge Chloupek and physicians. Mr. Lintereur boarded 
with Robert Jebavy. He became violent Tuesday night without warning and the women 
of the house had to run outdoors. Mr. Jebavy was not home. The man did considerable 
damage to the furniture and interior of the home before the officers arrived. They 
took him in charge and he was removed to Manitowoc. Lintereur's derangement may 
be due to the effects of service in the world war. He was gassed and suffered great 
hardship in the service of his country. We hope Uncle Sam will do something 
effective to insure Mr. Lintereur's recovery.
The Reporter, Fri., Mar. 30, 1923


LOUIS D. LINTEREUR

Louis D. Lintereur, 72, of 1003 Lowell St., Two Rivers, retired Two Rivers 
businessman, died early Sunday morning at University Hospital, Madison.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels 
and at 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Michael Koch 
officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Lintereur was born Oct. 18, 1900, at Coleman, son of the late Joseph and 
Octavia Brault Lintereur. When he was 14 the family brought him to Two Rivers. 
In his early years he was identified with the sales field and also operated a 
grocery store in partnership with Erving Peterson on 21st St., Two Rivers. He 
later operated the former Diamond cafe at Two Rivers for a number of years. 
He was a past grand knights of Mother of Hope Council 1957, Knights of Columbus. 
He was also a member of former Troop C. 105th Cavalry, Wisconsin National Guard, 
at Two Rivers.
Surviving are his wife, the former Marie Rath, who he married Aug. 4, 1929; a 
daughter, Mrs. Bobby (Mary Lou) Porterfield, of Norfolk, Va.; two sons, Louis 
Jr., of Two Rivers and Peter, of Milwaukee; two sisters, Mrs. Agnes Rudebeck, 
of Decatur, Ga., and Mrs. Blanche Rasmussen, of Waco, Texas; a brother, Napoleon 
of Two Rivers and six grandchildren. Five brothers and five sisters preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call from 4 o'clock until 9 o'clock this Monday evening, where 
memorial services for the family and the Knights of Columbus will be at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, September 24, 1973 P. 3
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(18 Oct 1900/Sep 1973/SSDI)


MARIE LINTEREUR    (d. 1978)

Mrs. Marie Lintereur, 76, of 1003 Lowell St., Two Rivers, died Thursday morning 
in Franklin, Ind. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday in Deja & Martin 
Funeral Chapels and 10 a.m. in St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. 
John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mrs. Lintereur, nee Marie Rath was born June 11, 1901 in Sheboygan Falls, daughter 
of the late Michael and Regina Leicht Rath. As a small child, she came with her 
family to Two Rivers where she attended St. Luke Parochial School. August 4, 1929 
she was married to Louis Lintereur. He preceded her in death September, 1973. Mrs. 
Lintereur had been employed with City Bakery for a number of years and was a member 
of St.Luke's Ladies Society and Knights of Columbus Auxiliary.
Survivors include two sons, Louis Jr. of Cincinnati, Ohio and Antoine of Milwaukee; 
a daughter, Mrs. Bobby (Mary Lou) Porterfield of Franklin, Ind.; two brothers, Val 
and Hilary Rath of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Harvey (Salome) Degan of Boyton 
Beach, Fla., Mrs. Eleanor Luecke and Miss Celestine Rath of Manitowoc and seven 
grandchildren.  A brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Deja & Martin Funeral Home, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday where a 
memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Friday, March 31, 1978 - page 3
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(11 June 1901/Mar. 1978/SSDI)


MARIE B. LINTEREUR    (d. 1983)

Marie B. Lintereur, 85, of 2602 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon, 
Nov. 29, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church. Rev. 
Robert Sladek will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Lintereur was born Sept. 16, 1898, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late 
Francis X. and Mary Duve Ammerman. She married Fred Lintereur June 30, 1919, 
at St. Luke Catholic Church. He preceded her in death in 1949. Mrs. Lintereur 
was a member and past president of American Legion Auxiliary, member of Knights 
of Columbus Auxiliary, VFW and Ladies of St. Luke Catholic Church.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Leroy and Joyce Lintereur of 
Marinette and Donald and Miriam Lintereur of Tomahwak, Wis.; two daughters and 
a son-in-law, Ruth Theis of Two Rivers and Bernice and Donald King of Two Rivers; 
a brother, John Ammerman of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Martha Elliott of Neenah; 
27 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a 
daughter, Maryon Cigler, two sisters and a brother.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 5 
o'clock this Wednesday afternoon where a parish memorial service will be at 7 
o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, November 30, 1983 P. 3
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Marriage of Fred/Marie Lintereur
Lieut. Fred Lintereur of Troop A. Calvary and Miss Marie Ammerman, daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. A. Ammerman, were united in marriage at ST. Luke's church Wednesday 
morning in the presence of friends and relatives. Miss Johanna Ammerman and Miss 
Agnes Lintereur and Louis Lintereur and John Ammerman attended the couple. 
Following the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents 
and a wedding dinner served. The newly weds departed this morning on an extensive 
wedding trip and upon their return will make their home here where the groom is 
employed at the Hamilton plant. The groom saw much service on the European 
battlefields as sergeant of Co. H. the Reporter extends best wishes and 
congratulations. Out of town guests at the Lintereur - Ammerman nuptials were 
Mr. and Mrs. Schultz and Miss Agnes Lintereur of Oconto, Mrs. Frank Heron and 
Blanch and Edgar Lintereur of Green Bay.
The Reporter, Thurs., July 1, 1920 


NAPOLEON F. LINTEREUR

Napoleon E. Lintereur, 92, of 1811 Madison St., Two Rivers, died Friday evening, 
October 6, 1989 at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 5 pm 
Tuesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will officiate 
and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Lintereur was born February 23, 1897 at Coleman, Wisconsin, son of the late 
Joseph and Octavia Brault Lintereur. He attended school in Coleman. He married 
Amanda Ammerman June 27, 1917. She preceded him in death March 26, 1983. Mr. 
Lintereur was Assistant Superintendent at the Wood Plant at Hamilton Manufacturing 
Company for 36 years. He was a member of Knights of Columbus, Kiwanis Silver K, 
Hamilton Management Club and Westshore Sportsmens Club.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Tang Lintereur of Warwick, 
Rhode Island; a daughter and son-in-law, Jeanne and Don Rank of Manitowoc; a 
daughter-in-law, Mrs. Elaine Lintereur of Two Rivers; 11 grandchildren and 7 great 
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, 6 brothers and 7 sisters.
Friends may call at St. Luke Church, after 4 pm Tuesday until the time of services. 
There will be no visitation at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Oct. 8, 1989 page B11
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[bur. 10-10-1989/age 92 yrs.]
(23 Feb 1897/06 Oct 1989/SSDI)
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Napoleon Linteruer(sic), son of Mrs. Octavia Linteruer of the El Paso Hotel and 
Miss Amanda Ammerman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Ammerman took the marriage 
vows before the altar of St. Luke's Church Wednesday morning, Rev. Father Geissler 
officiating. Fred Linteruer and Miss Libbie Simono and Wm Ammerman and Miss Lottie 
Linteruer accompanied the couple. Following the ceremony a wedding feast and 
celebration for relatives of the bride and groom was enjoyed at the bride's home. 
The Reporter extends best wishes and congratulations.
The Reporter, Fri., June 29, 1917


KRISS S. LITEL

Kriss S. Litel, age 56, of 2415 West River Street, Two Rivers, Wisconsin, 
entered eternal life on Thursday, September 27, 2012 at Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Kriss was born on April 11, 1956 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. He was the son of 
George and Esther Wiza Litel. He was a graduate of Washington High School 
with the class of 1974. Kris became employed with R. J. Fricke Concrete from 
1976 to 1993. He then worked as a mechanic with the Manitowoc Highway Department 
for the next 12 years. Kriss was also a truck driver for Newmann Agriprises, Inc., 
and most recently was employed with Broadwind Towers Inc. until poor health 
forced him to retire. On September 30, 1978 he married Sharon S. Taylor at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Kriss was a member of the Northeastern 
Great Lakes Fishing Club. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents: Steve and Frances Wiza; 
paternal grandparents: Frank and Anna Litel; aunts and uncles; Lorian Wiza, 
Walter and Doris Kienbaum, Stanley and Beatrice Fronk, Clarence and Adaline 
Domnitz and Baby Adalyn. 
Memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 5, 2012 at St. 
Peter The Fisherman Catholic Church, 3210 Tannery Road, Two Rivers. The Mass 
of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Tom Reynebeau with burial to 
follow at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Two Rivers. Cremation has taken place 
at Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel. Relatives and friends may call at 
St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church on Friday, October 5, 2012 from 9:00 
a.m. until the time of services at 10:30.
Online condolences to the family can be sent to 
www.harriganparksidefuneral home.com.
The following is a letter from his son Craig to his father: My Dad is a wonderful 
father, my best friend, my mentor and I learned everything from him. I will miss 
the hunting and fishing trips we’d go on, those days meant so much to me. It was 
our time, father and son. There wasn’t anything he wouldn’t do to help someone 
out. We used to build things together and work on cars. I learned how to be a 
patient and caring man from him. I learned my work ethics from him. He was a 
strong willed man. I miss my father so much and I love him. I will always hold 
him in my thoughts and in my heart. Thanks Dad!
The family would like to extend their thanks to (private) and all the Holy Family 
Memorial Cancer Care Center Nurses for their compassionate care. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair 
streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 2012 

BERNICE LITERSKY SCHWAHERT

Bernice J. (LeClair) Litersky Schwahert, age 92, formerly of 2010 Jackson St., Two Rivers, went home to her heavenly Father, on Monday morning, February 16, 2015, at Hamilton Care Center, Two Rivers, with her loving daughters at her side.
Bernice was born on July 22, 1922, in Two Rivers, a daughter of the late Albert and Anna (Duerschmidt) LeClair. She graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School with the Class of 1941. On August 16, 1941, she married Melvin "Nick" Litersky, he preceded her in death on June 15, 1957. Bernice married Raymond Schwahert on October 14, 1972. He preceded her in death on May 9, 1988. Bernice was employed for 19 years at Hamilton's, retiring on November 15, 1984.
Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law: Mary Ann (Gene) Hietpas of Appleton, Joan (Kevin) Nelson of Ohio and Susan (Scott) Kozlowski of Two Rivers; her stepson: Keith (Trish) Schwahert of Two Rivers; two daughters-in-law: Monique Litersky and Lori Litersky of Two Rivers; 15 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. She is further survived by a brother: Mark (Elaine) LeClair; "Sister": Grace Kulpa; special friend: Don Holly; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and her husbands, she was also preceded in death by three sons: John, Richard and Ronald Litersky; three brothers: Roland, Raymond and Howard LeClair and one sister: Delores Jacobs.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2015, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3201 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Tom Reynebeau with burial in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers, at a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church on Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St. Two Rivers, is assisting the Schwahert family with funeral arrangements.
Not only was she the pillar of strength for us children, but that of her siblings and many others who called her Mom.
Special thank you to our caring angels of "Wisteria House" and the "Hamilton Home" who lovingly cared for our mother during her greatest need.
"Forever in Our Hearts" - Your loving daughters
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., February 19, 2015

MELVIN LITERSKY

Nick Litersky’s Truck Goes Into Ditch Saturday 
Baseball Pitcher Was Resident of Two Rivers
MISHICOT—Melvin (Nick) Litersky, 37, of Two Rivers, well known Northern League 
baseball pitcher and father of six children, was killed about 2 p.m. Saturday 
when his car unexplainedly went into a ditch on Highway B just south of this 
village.
A plumber for the Hardow firm in Manitowoc, Litersky was also a part time minnow 
dealer and was driving a Ford panel truck loaded with minnow fishing gear and 
tanks. 
Their (sic) were no witnesses and no other car on the road at the time but police 
investigation shows that the car traveled some distance on the left side of the 
road before striking a mailbox and going into the ditch where it struck the 
driveway of the Daniel Jindra Home. The truck had front end damage but, according 
to police, the sudden stop apparently snapped Litersky’s head so sharply that it 
broke the spinal column. The steering wheel was bent.
According to the coroner’s reporter, death was attributed to a neck fracture and 
a cerebral hemorrhage. Litersky was dead on arrival at Memorial Hospital. There 
will be no inquest.
Funeral Tuesday 
Funeral services will be at 8:30 p.m. (sic) Tuesday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. Peter Klauck officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Litersky was born at Manitowoc June 21, 1920, son of the late Nicholas and Mary 
Mrotek Litersky. After graduating from St. Mary Parochial School at Manitowoc he 
attended Lincoln High School.
After pitching for two years with an amateur baseball team at Manitowoc he began 
to pitch for the Two Rivers Polar Bears in the old Fox River Valley League under 
Eddie R___. A year and a half later he entered the Army, serving three years, 11 
months, having 
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been spent in the European Theater of Operations in World War II.
Returning from the service Litersky joined the Manitowoc Braves Baseball Club in 
the Northern State League under Robert Sullivan and was one of the leading pitchers 
on its staff as well as playing the outfield. Three years ago he returned to the 
Two Rivers Polar Bears as field captain and currently had been an outfielder and 
a reserve pitcher.
Litersky was regarded as one of the all-time standout home talent products in 
baseball in this area. He was one of the better pitches and an outstanding hitter 
in semi-professional baseball.
A licensed plumber by trade and employed for a number of years with Hardow Plumbing 
Co. at Manitowoc, Litersky also operated a minnow business at his Jackson Street, 
Two Rivers, home. He was in quest of minnows with his pickup truck in the Mishicot 
area when the accident occurred. 
On Aug. 16, 1941, Litersky married the former Bernice Le Clair at St. Luke Church, 
Two Rivers, who survives with three daughters, Mary Ann, Joan and Susan, and three 
sons, Richard, John and Ronald, at home; two sisters, Mrs. Walter Flaim and Mrs. 
Delmar Duschs of the Town of Two Rivers, and six brothers, Hugo of Sheboygan Falls, 
Arnold of Rt. 4, Ashland, Eugene and Ervin of the Town of Two Rivers and Arthur and 
Jerome of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 
o’clock this Monday evening. The members of the Polar Bears Baseball Club will 
gather in a body at the funeral home at 6 o’clock to pay their respects. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 17, 1957  P. 2


ANNA LITWIN

Anna Litwin, 66, of 1331 28th Street, Two Rivers, died Wednesday, August 5, 1987 
at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10 am Saturday 
at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Rev. Donald Marquardt will 
officiate with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Litwin was born November 18, 1920 at Poland. She married John Litwin on 
November 11, 1947 at Germany. He preceded her in death October 14, 1982. Survivors 
include a son and a daughter-in-law, Stanley J. and Catherine Litwin of Milwaukee; 
three daughters and two sons-in-law, Jane and John Williams of Chattanooga, Tennessee, 
Josephine and Paul Simmons of Worthington, Ohio and Christine Litwin of Milwaukee; 
two grandchildren and other family members in Poland.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 8 am Saturday 
morning until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Aug. 6, 1987 page 18
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[bur. 08-08-1987/age 66 yrs.]
(18 Nov 1920/Aug 1987/SSDI)


JOHN (JAN) LITWIN

John (Jan) Litwin, 61, of 1931-28th St., Two Rivers, died Thursday evening, 
October 14, at home.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate and burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Litwin was born October 25, 1920, at Zabratowka, Poland, son of the late 
Antoni and Marianna Magrys Litwin. He married Anna Demus Nov. 11, 1947, in 
Germany. He had been employed with Hamilton Industries and was a member of 
Hamilton Good Fellowship club.
Survivors include his wife, a son and daughter-in-law, Stan and Cathy Litwin 
of Milwaukee; three daughters, Miss Jane Litwin of Minneapolis, Minn., and Mrs. 
Paul (Josephine) Simmons and Miss Christine Litwin of Milwaukee; a brother, 
Stanislaw Litwin and two sisters, Bronislawa and Margaret Litwin of Poland and 
two grandchildren, Christiaan (sic) and Colin Simmons.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 
p.m. Sunday. A memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, October 15, 1982 P. 3
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[John/bur. 10-18-1982/age 61 yrs.]
(25 Oct 1920/Oct 1982/SSDI)


ANTON LODEL

Anton Lodel, 84, of 1718 Lincoln St., Two Rivers, retired longtime Mirro 
Aluminum Co., employe, died Tuesday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday 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. Lodel was born at Tisch Mills Dec. 26, 1884, a son of the late Frank and 
Anna Hallada Lodel. He came to Two Rivers as a young man and was employed for 
many years at the Mirro Aluminum firm, retiring 14 years ago.
He married the former Mary Kowalsky at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, 
June 12, 1912, the couple observing its golden wedding anniversary in 1962. He 
was a member of the Mirro 25-year club and St. Luke Court No. 1637, Catholic 
Order of Foresters.
Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Beatrice, at home; a son, Edward, of 
Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Julia Tess, of Two Rivers; two brothers, William of 
Tisch Mills and Joseph of Rt. 1, Denmark, and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2:30 p.m. Thursday where memorial 
services will be at 7:45 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 16, 1969  P.21
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(26 Dec. 1884/Apr. 1969/SSDI)
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At the Sacred Heart church Wednesday morning, two young hearts were made happy 
when Miss Mary Kowalski, bride and Anton Lodl, as groom stepped up to the altar 
to be parties to the marriage rites. The bridal couple were attended by Tekis 
Kowalski as maid of honor and Frank Lodl as best man and Cecilia Sievert as 
bridesmaid and Geo. Kaiser as groomsman. Rev. Sokol tied the nuptial knot. 
Friends and relatives witnessed the ceremony. The bride is the affable young 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Kowalski, residing on 25th Street. The groom 
is a popular young man and son of Frank Lodl of Tisch Mills. 
The wedding celebration took place at the home of the bride, participated by 
about fifty guests. Dancing was indulged in, Gloe-Naidl Orchestra furnished the 
music for the occasion. Those from out of town who attended the wedding were: 
Messrs and Mesdames Walter Sievert and Ignace Bonk of Newton, this county, Mr. 
and Mrs. Jos. Kowalski, Mr. and Mrs. George Sadruski, Mr. and Mrs. Frank 
Staenzel, Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Gospodarek and Miss Stanzel of Manitowoc; George 
Kaiser of Mishicot and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Tess, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lodl, Mr. 
and Mrs. Frank Lodl, Frank, Joe, Louis and William Lodl of Tisch Mills. The 
Reporter extends congratulations.
The Reporter, Sat., June 15, 1912
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(The following is his Edward's obituary, he was cremated and not buried here)
Edward J. Lodel, 69, of 3616 N. Court, Two Rivers, died Sunday, November 9, 1986 
at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Mr. Lodel was born June 25, 1917 at Two Rivers, 
son of the late Anton and Mary Kowalski Lodel. He served in the United States 
Army during World War II. He married Helen Krizek, March 24, 1945 at St. Luke 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Mr. Lodel was employed at Hamilton Industries for 
over 30 years, retiring in 1981. He was a member of Manitowoc County Fish and 
Game Association.
Survivors include his wife, Helen; two sons and daughters-in-law, Gary and Calla 
Lodel of Two Rivers and Michael and Sue Lodel of Two Rivers; a sister, Miss 
Beatrice Lodel of Two Rivers and two grandchildren. There will be no visitation 
at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The remains will be cremated.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Nov. 10, 1986 page 15


BEATRICE LODEL

Beatrice J. “Beaty” Lodel, age 98, of 1718 Lincoln Street, Two Rivers, died 
Thursday morning, November 24, 2011 at the Hamilton Care Center, Two Rivers. 
Beaty was born March 2, 1913, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Anton and 
Mary (Kowalsky) Lodel. She attended St. Luke Catholic Grade School and was 
a graduate of Washington High School in Two Rivers. Beaty was employed as a 
Cost Clerk Accountant at Mirro Aluminum retiring March 31, 1978 after 46 
years. She was a member of St. Luke Parish/St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic 
Church, the Ladies of St. Luke where she served as an officer, St. Luke 
Community Development Committee, Minister of Hospitality, Resurrection Choir 
and a Eucharistic Minister. Beaty was also a former member of the Two Rivers 
Homemakers Club and the Two Rivers Hospital Volunteers.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
She was preceded in death by a brother and sister-in-law: Edward and Helen 
Lodel, and one nephew, Gary Lodel.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at 
St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass 
of Christian Burial will be Rev. Tom Reynebeau. Burial will follow at Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Family and friends may call at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church on 
Tuesday from 9:30 until 10:15 a.m. 
Memorials may be made to St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church or St. Peter 
the Fisherman Catholic School.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting with funeral 
arrangements.
A special thank you to Aurora Visiting Nurse Association, Home Instead Senior 
Care, for care in her own home, and the Hamilton Care Center.
Herald Times Reporter, November 2011


FRANCIS LODEL

Francis R. Lodel, age 86, a resident of Hamilton Care Center, Two Rivers, 
died on Monday morning, Sept. 7, 2009, at the home.
Francis was born March 27, 1923, in Two Rivers, son of the late Frank and 
Otelia (Paula) Lodel. He attended St. Luke Grade School and also the 
Vocational School. He served his country in the U.S. Army Infantry during 
WWII serving in Europe, including the Battle of the Bulge. On May 2, 1953, 
he married the former Ruth Anderson in Two Rivers. He was employed with 
Eggers Industries retiring January 1985. He volunteered at the Hamilton 
Home for many years. Francis was a member of the Board of Directors for 
Eggers Credit Union, and a member of the Two Rivers Senior Center and their 
bowling league. He was a very avid fisherman and hunter and also enjoyed 
woodworking.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was also preceded in death by an infant brother, Daniel Lodel, a sister, 
Elaine Simono; and a brother-in-law: David Anderson.
A private funeral service was held on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2009, at Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Burial was at Holy Cross Cemetery with 
full military rites performed by the Two Rivers V.F.W. and American Legion.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the entire staff at the 
Hamilton Care Center for the care and compassion shown to Francis and his 
family.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 9, 2009
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Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lodel, of 2404 Jackson street, Two Rivers, have been 
advised that their son, Pfc. Francis R. Lodel, previously reported missing 
in action has returned to duty. A telegram last Friday said Lodel had been 
missing in the Belgium area since January 4. He was with General Patton's 
third army. Lodel's last letter to his parents was dated December 25.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, January 30, 1945 P.2


JERRY LODEL

Jerry J. Lodel, 58, of 2000-29th St., Two Rivers died unexpectedly Tuesday 
afternoon enroute to the 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 Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the 
Rev. J. K Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Jerry Lodel was born Aug. 20, 1905, in Kewaunee County, the son of the late 
Charles and Catherine Stodala Lodel. He attended rural schools and graduated 
from Kewaunee High School. He also attended Northwestern University at 
Evanston, Ill., where he studied business administration. He was employed as 
a meat cutter for 13 years in Chicago and four years in Appleton before coming 
to Two Rivers in 1941. He operated his own market until retiring several years 
ago. In recent years he was a representative of McKay Nursery Farm.
Mr. Lodel married the former Myrtle Brouchoud of Mishicot, May 7, 1940. He was 
a member of the Holy Name Society of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church.
Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Kay at home; two brothers, Ben of 
Norman, Wis., and Charles of San Diego, Calif.; several nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral chapels where the Rosary 
will be recited at 7:45 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 12, 1964  P.7 
*******
[Jerry John Lodel]


MARY LODEL

Mary C.Lodel, 93, formerly of 1718 Lincoln St., died Thursday morning, May 31, 
at the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. Rev. Peter Schroeder will officiate and burial will follow in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Lodel was born Jan. 11, 1891, in West Kewaunee, daughter of the late Albert 
and Mary Bonk Kowalsky. She married Anton Lodel on Jan. 12, 1912, at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Mrs. Lodel was a member of the Ladies of St. Lukes, 
Senior Citizens, V.F.W. Auxiliary and the Two Rivers Homemakers.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Edward and Helen Lodel of Two Rivers; 
a daughter, Beatrice Lodel, of Two Rivers; two brothers and sister-in-law, Edward 
Kowalsky of Two Rivers and John and Verilla Kowalsky of Two Rivers; two grand-
children, Gary and Michael Lodel of Two Rivers and two great grandchildren, 
Gretchen and Brenda Lodel of Two Rivers. She was preceded in death by her husband 
on April 15, 1969.
Friends may call at Kelin and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 p.m to 
9 p.m. Friday afternoon where a memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, May 31, 1984 P. 3
********
[Mary Clara Lodel]
*********
At the Sacred Heart church Wednesday morning, two young hearts were made happy 
when Miss Mary Kowalski, bride and Anton Lodl, as groom stepped up to the altar 
to be parties to the marriage rites. The bridal couple were attended by Tekis 
Kowalski as maid of honor and Frank Lodl as best man and Cecilia Sievert as 
bridesmaid and Geo. Kaiser as groomsman. Rev. Sokol tied the nuptial knot. 
Friends and relatives witnessed the ceremony. The bride is the affable young 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Kowalski, residing on 25th Street. The groom 
is a popular young man and son of Frank Lodl of Tisch Mills. 
The wedding celebration took place at the home of the bride, participated by 
about fifty guests. Dancing was indulged in, Gloe-Naidl Orchestra furnished the 
music for the occasion. Those from out of town who attended the wedding were: 
Messrs and Mesdames Walter Sievert and Ignace Bonk of Newton, this county, Mr. 
and Mrs. Jos. Kowalski, Mr. and Mrs. George Sadruski, Mr. and Mrs. Frank 
Staenzel, Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Gospodarek and Miss Stanzel of Manitowoc; George 
Kaiser of Mishicot and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Tess, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lodl, Mr. 
and Mrs. Frank Lodl, Frank, Joe, Louis and William Lodl of Tisch Mills. The 
Reporter extends congratulations.
The Reporter, Sat., June 15, 1912
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MYRTLE LODEL

Myrtle M. Lodel, age 88, a Two Rivers resident, died early Saturday morning, 
Nov. 7, 1998, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 1998, at Holy 
Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. William G. O'Brien will officiate 
at the Mass of Christian Burial, with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Myrtle was born May 16, 1910, in the town of Gibson, daughter of the late Maurice 
& Margaret Filliez Brouchoud. She attended area schools and was graduate of Two 
Rivers Washington High School with the class of 1927. On May 7, 1940, she married 
Jerry Lodel in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on Aug. 11, 1964. Together the 
couple owned and operated Lodels Quality Market for many years. She was later 
employed at Hamilton Industries for a number of years until retirement. Myrtle was 
a charter member of Holy Redeemer Parish, and also a longtime member of the Ladies 
of Holy Redeemer.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Kay and Gerald Thiede of Lansing, 
Michigan, one granddaughter, Erica Thiede, one sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy 
and Roland Jefson, of Gurnee, Ill., three sisters-in-law, Mabel Brouchoud of 
Tomahawk, Wis., Carol Brouchoud of Two Rivers and Mary Lodel of Two Rivers. She 
is further survived by three nieces and six nephews. Besides her parents and husband, 
she was preceded in death by two brothers, Roland, and Ralph Brouchoud.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 5 to 8 p.m. 
Monday and after 9 a.m. Tuesday until leaving for the church. A wake service will 
conclude the visitation at 7:30 p.m. Monday, led by the Rev. Bill.
Herald Times Reporter, November 8, 1998 P. A2


RUTH LODEL

Ruth M. Lodel, age 87, a resident of Hamilton Care Center, Two Rivers, died 
Wednesday morning, January 11, 2012 at the Home.
Ruth was born April 13, 1924, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Arthur and 
Hattie (Radtke) Anderson. She graduated from Washington High School, Two 
Rivers, with the class of 1942. Ruth served her country in the U.S. Navy 
during WWII. She then graduated from the UW Madison with a degree in 
Mathematics in 1950. On May 2, 1953 she married Francis Lodel in Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death on September 7, 2009. Ruth was employed at Hamilton 
Mfg., retiring March 31, 1985. She was a member of St. John’s Evangelical 
Lutheran Church. Ruth was a past secretary of the golf league at Fox Hills, 
a member of the Two Rivers Senior Center, an avid reader, enjoyed crocheting, 
and playing bingo at the nursing home, and crossword puzzles. She was an avid 
golfer, Packers and Badger fan.
(Survivors omitted for privacy) 
She was preceded in death by one brother: David Anderson.
Private family services will be held at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. 
Officiating at the service is Rev. David Arndt with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. Full military honors will be accorded by the Two Rivers V.F.W. and 
American Legion.
The family extends a sincere thank you to the staff at the Hamilton Care Center 
for the compassionate care given to Ruth and her family.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2012


ALBERT LODL

ALB. LODL, 47, PASSES AWAY, ILL 2 MONTHS
Albert Lodl, 47, and for 22 years a foreman in the type case department of the
Hamilton Mfg. Co., died last night at the hospital here, following a two months
illness. Funeral services will be held Saturday morning from the St. Luke's
church.
The deceased was born in Tisch Mills in 1883, and came to Two Rivers at the
age of 19. He was employed on the tugboat Emery for a time and then started
working for the Hamilton Co. He was married in 1906 to Miss Emma Rumpf of Two
Rivers who survives him besides three sons, Claude, Charles and Gerald, all
at home on 1026 Twenty-second street. Besides his mother he leaves five
brothers and two sisters. They are Anton, this city, William and Alois, Tisch
Mills, Mrs. Edward Washer, this city, and Mrs. William Tess, Tisch Mills.
For the past number of years he was active in the operation of a number of fur
farms and had established quite a reputation as a breeder, being vice president
of the Manitowoc County Fur Breeders Association. He was vice president of the
Lodl, Tess and Weber Silver Black Fox Farm Corporation, Tisch Mills, and
president of the Albert Lodl and Sons company Fur Farm, located 2 1/2 miles
north of this city on Sandy Bay road.
He was a member of the Modern Woodmen lodge.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, January 23, 1930 p.11
*********
Rev. C.V. Hugo, officiated at the funeral services held at the St. Luke's 
Catholic church at 9:30 this morning for Albert Lodl, well known local resident 
who for the past twenty-two years was a foreman at the Hamilton Manufacturing 
Company.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, January 25, 1930 P.12


ALICE LODL

Mrs. Charles (Alice) Lodl, 67, of North Duluth Place, Sturgeon Bay, former Two 
Rivers resident, died Monday morning at home.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. in Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Lodl, nee Alice Wiese, was born Dec. 13, 1909, in Two Rivers, daughter of 
the late John and Katherine Lasecki Wiese. She was married to Charles Lodl 
Sept. 30, 1931, in Two Rivers. They resided in Sturgeon Bay the past five 
years.
Survivors include her husband, Charles, a daughter, Mrs. Charles (Charlotte) 
Cestaro of Lawrenceville, N.J.; two brothers, Frank and John Wiese of Two 
Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Robert Rija of Baton Rouge, La. and Mrs. Raymond 
Greenwood of Rt. 2, Manitowoc and three grandchildren. A brother, Edward 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home after 4 o'clock this 
Tuesday afternoon.
Herald Times Reporter, August 23, 1977 P. 3
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[Alice L. Lodl]


CHARLES F. LODL

Charles F. Lodl, 80, of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, formerly of Two Rivers, died 
Tuesday, March 29, 1988 at his residence. Private burial will be at Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers (sic).
Mr. Lodl was born March 29, 1908 at Two Rivers, son of the late Albert and Emma 
Lodl. He was Foreman of the Saw and Filing Department at Hamilton Industries and 
had a mink and fox ranch on Point Beach Road for a number of years. He married 
Alice Wiese. She preceded him in death on August 22, 1977. After retirement, Mr. 
Lodl moved to Sturgeon Bay.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. John (Charlotte) Cestaro of Sanibelle Island, 
Florida and Toledo, Ohio; three grandchildren, two step grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren. Friends may call at Forbes Funeral Home, Sturgeon Bay, 6 pm to 9 pm 
Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Mar. 30, 1988 page 18
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(Note: his stone is found in Holy Cross cemetery, Two Rivers)


CLAUDE LODL

Claude (C.P.) Lodl, 77, of 1325 N. 8th Street, Manitowoc, died Sudnay morning, 
October 28, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Greg Smith will officiate with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Lodl was born January 22, 1907, at Two Rivers, son of the late Albert and 
Emma Rumpf Lodl. Mr. Lodl attended St. Luke Parochial School and Washington High 
School. For many years Mr. Lodl operated the Oasis Tavern in Two Rivers. He 
married the former Hazel Miller in 1931 and she preceded him in death in 1967. 
Mr. Lodl was a member of Two Rivers Elks Lodge of which he was past exalted 
ruler and a member of the Knights of Columbus.
Survivors include a son, Albert (Skip) Lodl of Whiting, Indiana; a daughter and 
a son-in-law, Claudia and Pat McCarthy of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin; two brothers, 
Gerald of Antigo, Wisconsin and Charles of Sturgeon Bay and four grandchildren, 
Quinn and Tim McCarthy and Vincent and Michelle Lodl.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 5 o'clock to 
9 o'clock this Monday evening. Elks Service at 6:30 o'clock and Knights of Columbus 
and family memorial service at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, October 29, 1984 P. 3
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[bur. 10-30-1984/age 77 yrs.]


DOROTHY E. LODL

Dorothy E. Lodl, age 86, of 1817 Madison St., Two Rivers, died Thursday morning, 
July 25, 1996, at the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, July 29, 1996, at St. Luke's 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Larry Seidl will officiate at the Mass of 
Christian Burial with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery.
She was born February 7, 1910, in New London, Wis., daughter of the late James 
and Lydia Thomas Laib. She married Victor Lodl November 7, 1936, at Two Rivers.
Survivors include her husband, Victor Lodl, Two Rivers; two daughters and sons-
in-law, Judith and Richard Skrzycke, Two Rivers, Sharon and Raymond Stanul, 
Sheboygan; five grandchildren, Dean Skrzycke, State College, Penn., Ted Skrzycke, 
Ypsilanti, Mich., Mark (Kris) Ertman, Sterling, Va., Cheri Ertman, Mishicot, Jill 
(Paul) Staah, Green Bay; two great-grandchildren, Alexander Staab and Jessica 
Klosterman; a twin brother and sister-in-law, Donald and Evelyn Laib, New London; 
a brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law, Edward and Eleanor Lodl, Two Rivers, 
Marie LaPean, Redford, Mich.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She 
was preceded in death by four sisters, Erma (James) Cottrill, Esther (Paul) 
Marquardt, Nell (Lloyd) Bentz, Sue (Lou) Drexler and a brother, Ted Laib.
Friends may call at St. Luke's Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until the time of 
services on Monday.
Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 26, 1996 P. A2


EDWARD J. LODL

Edward J. Lodl, 91, of ?? 29th Street, Two Rivers, died late Wednesday morning, 
May 25, 1988 at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 11 am 
Saturday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will 
officiate with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Lodl was born February 8, 1897 at Two Creeks, son of the late Joseph and Anna 
Rezach Lodl. He attended district schools at Tisch Mills. Mr. Lodl was a Veteran 
of World War I, serving in the United States Army. He was employed at Hamilton 
Industries for 43 years as a Cabinet Trimmer, retiring in 1962. He married the 
former Helen Brunner on November 10, 1924 at Two Rivers. Mr. Lodl was a member of 
the Senior Citizens and the Men of Holy Redeemer.
Survivors include his wife, Helen; a daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Clarence 
(Corky) Pilger of Two Rivers; a son-in-law, James Hodek of Two Rivers and three 
grandchildren, Julie Hodek, Lee and Lori Pilger, all of Two Rivers. He was preceded 
in death by a daughter, Mary, three brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm Friday. 
Memorial Service will be held at 6:30 pm Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., May 26, 1988 page 21
*******
Marriage of Edward/Helen Lodl
Monday morning Miss Helen Brunner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wolfgang Brunner became 
the bride of Edward J. Lodl, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lodl of this city, the 
ceremony taking place at St. Luke's Church in the presence of immediate relatives, 
Rev. C.V. Hugo, officiated.  Miss Sylvia Brunner and Miss Viola Orth were the 
bridesmaids and Jerome Brunner and Leo Lodl, the groomsmen. A reception followed 
the ceremony at the Brunner home, 1522 Twenty-Fourth Street and dinner was served 
to 50 guests after which the couple left on a honeymoon sojourn to Chicago, Milwaukee 
and Madison. They will take up their residence on 18th Street and will be at home 
after Nov. 17. Both bride and groom have many friends who unite in best wishes and 
congratulations.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 14, 1924


EMMA LODL

Mrs. Emma Lodl, 81, of Mount Carmel Nursing Home, Milwaukee, former Two Rivers 
resident, died early Tuesday morning at the home.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
Herman Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Lodl was born March 17, 1884, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Joseph 
and Helen Kaufman Rumpf. She resided at Two Rivers until eight years ago when 
she moved to Milwaukee. She was married to Albert Lodl May 3, 1906, at Two 
Rivers. Her husband died Jan. 22, 1930. Mrs. Lodl was a member of St. Luke 
Altar Society.
Survivors include three sons, Gerald of Milwaukee and Charles and Claude P. of 
Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Catherine Laduron and Mrs. Joseph Rezach of Two 
Rivers; a brother, John Rumpf of Oconto Falls; three grandchildren and four 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 7:45 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 6, 1965  P.3


HAZEL L. LODL

Woman Injured
Two Rivers – Mrs. Claude Lodl of 1701 East St., Two Rivers, is confined to Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital with a possible hip fracture when she fell on a 
slippery area in front of the St John Evangelical Lutheran Church at 17th and 
East Park Streets, shortly after 1 pm Wednesday. She was removed to the hospital 
in this city's emergency vehicle.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Jan 5, 1967 page 16
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Funeral services for Mrs. Claude P. Lodl, 58, of 1701 East St., Two Rivers, who 
died Saturday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, will be at 9:30 am Tuesday at 
Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home and at 10 am at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Lodl was a member of St. Luke Altar Society and the Auxiliary of Two Rivers 
Lodge of Elks No. 1380. Besides her husband, she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Patrick 
McCarthy of Manitowoc; a son, Albert of Chicago; a sister, Mrs. Otto Vegrot of 
Venice, Calif.; and a grandson, Quinn Patrick McCarthy.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Jan. 16, 1967 page 9


HELEN A. LODL

Helen A. Lodl, age 96, formerly of Mueller Manor, died Saturday, August 19, 2000 
at North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 23, 2000, at 
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. William G. O'Brien with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Helen was born December 30, 1903 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Wolfgang and 
Frances Kanzelburger Brunner. She attended St. Luke Parochial School and Two Rivers 
Washington High School. On November 10, 1924, she was married to Edward J. Lodl at 
St. Luke Catholic Church. He preceded her in death May 25, 1988.
Helen was employed in the offices of Hamilton Industries for a number of years and 
later at the Metal Ware Corp. until her retirement.
She was a member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer, the Monday night rosary group, the 
Two Rivers Senior Center, and former member of the Happy Hoppers. Helen enjoyed 
playing cards with her bridge club, sewing, crocheting, baking and dancing.
She is survived one daughter & son-in-law, Judy & Corky Pilger, Two Rivers, 
three grandchildren, Lori (Scot) Bocock, Lee Pilger, Julie (Randy) Wilson. Two 
great grandchildren, Jeffrey Bocock, and Michael Hart. She is further survived 
by one sister and brother-in-law, Carol (Top) Garrett of Carrollton, TX, a number
of nieces, nephews, and many special friends.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by a daugther and son-in-law, Mary 
& James Hodek, one brother Jerome Brunner, and three sisters, Sylvia Gilbertson, 
Lillian Puta, and Alice Arneman.
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 wake service will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home led by Fr. Bill.
Herald Times Reporter, August 21, 2000 p.A2
*******
Marriage of Edward/Helen Lodl
Monday morning Miss Helen Brunner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wolfgang Brunner became 
the bride of Edward J. Lodl, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lodl of this city, the 
ceremony taking place at St. Luke's Church in the presence of immediate relatives, 
Rev. C.V. Hugo, officiated.  Miss Sylvia Brunner and Miss Viola Orth were the 
bridesmaids and Jerome Brunner and Leo Lodl, the groomsmen. A reception followed 
the ceremony at the Brunner home, 1522 Twenty-Fourth Street and dinner was served 
to 50 guests after which the couple left on a honeymoon sojourn to Chicago, Milwaukee 
and Madison. They will take up their residence on 18th Street and will be at home 
after Nov. 17. Both bride and groom have many friends who unite in best wishes and 
congratulations.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 14, 1924


HOWARD E. LODL

Howard E. Lodl, age 77, of 3511 Tannery Road, Two Rivers, died Wednesday morning, 
July 17, 2002 at his residence.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. 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, where military 
rites will be accorded by the members of the Two Rivers VFW and American Legion 
Posts.
Howard was born Aug. 17, 1924 in Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph H. and Emma 
Wacek Lodl.He graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1942. 
Howard then served in the U.S. Air Force from 1943 to 1945. On July 20, 1963 he 
married the former Angeline Wichlacz at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
He was employed at Burger Boat Co. for 42 years, until his retirement in 1988. 
Howard and Angeline enjoyed the many years they spent at their trailer on Little 
Sturgeon fishing and spending time with friends. He also enjoyed wood-working and 
spending time with his grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife: Angeline, Two Rivers; three sons and two daughters-in-
law: Howard L. and Justine Lodl, Green Bay; Jeffery A. and Christine Lodl, Menomonee 
Falls; Joseph A. Lodl, Edgerton; six grandchildren: Ryne, Jacob and Aaron Lodl, 
Emma, Katrina and Nathan Lodl; one sister and brother-in-law: Edith and Otto 
Krueger, Manitowoc; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Joseph and Gertrude Wichlacz, 
Andrew and Janice Wichlacz, Julia and Karl Serrahn, Hattie and Edward Kusiak, Dorothy 
and Trobert Trost, Bernice and Kathleen Wichlacz; further survived by nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, July 19, 2002 at the Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center from 5 to 8 p.m. where a prayer 
service will be held at 7:30 p.m. led by the Rev. William O'Brien.
Memorials may be made to the St. Peter the Fisherman Parish Building Fund.
Herald Times Reporter, July 18, 2002 P. A3


VICTOR J. LODL

Victor J. Lodl, age 88, of 1817 Madison St., Two Rivers, died Sunday night, 
February 16, 1997, at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, February 20, 1997, at St. 
Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Larry Seidl will officiate at the Mass 
of Christian Burial with burial to take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Victor was born April 18, 1908, in Two Rivers, son of the late Wenzel and Mary 
Gabriel Lodl. On November 7, 1936, he married the former Dorothy Laib at St. 
Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. She preceded him in death July 25, 1996. 
Victor was employed at Hamilton Manufacturing Company as a medical and dental 
cabinet maker and inspector for 48 years prior to his retirement. He was also 
a licensed watch and clock repairman and was a member of the Hamilton Good 
Fellowship Club.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Judith and Richard Skrzycke, 
Two Rivers, Sharon and Raymond Stanul, Sheboygan; five grandchildren, Dean 
Skrzycke, State College, Penn., Ted Skrzycke, Ann Arbor, Mich., Mark (Kris) 
Ertman, Sterling, Va., Cheri Ertman, Mishicot, Jill (Paul) Staab, Green Bay; 
three great-grandchildren, Jessica Klosterman, Alexander Staab, Jenna Ertman; 
one brother, Edward Lodl, Two Rivers; one sister, Marie La Pean, Redford, Mich.; 
nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death 
by three brothers and three sisters-in-law, Joseph (Emma) Lodl, James (Myrtle) 
Lodl, Raymond Lodl, and Eleanor Lodl, three sisters and four brothers-in-law, 
Adelaid (Frank) Miller, Alice (Elmer) Webber, Lillian (Melcher) Gauthier, 
Clarence La Pean.
Friends may call at St. Luke's Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. on 
Thursday.
Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 18, 1997 P. A2


VIOLA MARY LODL

Mrs. Gerald (Viola) Lodl, 65, of 422-10th Avenue, Antigo, died Wednesday, 
Aug. 18, at Langlade County Memorial Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. Lodl was born April 21, 1917, at Milwaukee, daughter of the late Ervin and 
Ida Klemm. She was married to Gerald Lodl, July 18, 1936, at Menominee, Mich. 
Mrs. Lodl had been inspector for Briggs and Stratton Company, Milwaukee, for 32 
years.
Survivors include her husband, Gerald, and two brothers-in-law, Claude Lodl of 
Manitowoc, and Charles Lodl of Sturgeon Bay. She was preceded in death by three 
brothers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 5 
o'clock this Thursday evening where a memorial service will be held at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, August 19, 1982 P. 3
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[bur. 08-20-1982/age 65 yrs.]


HENRY HAMMER LOEH

Hammer Loeh, age 52, of 1033 Ridge Road, Mishicot, died Thursday, Oct. 4, 2001, 
at his residence with family and friends.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 8, 2001, at Klein & Stangel 
Funeral Home and 11:30 a.m. at St. Mark's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. 
Larry Seidl will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and cremation will 
follow. Graveside Military Rites will be accorded by the combined Two Rivers V.F.W. 
and American Legion Posts.
Hammer was born Nov. 7, 1948 in Two Rivers, son of the late Henry M. and Adeline 
Worel Loeh, Jr. He served with the U.S. Navy receiving his honorable discharge in 
November of 1969. On Aug. 27, 1976 he married the former Jane Schultz at St. Luke's 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Hammer was employed with Manitowoc Engineering Company 
for 31 years retiring due to his disability. He was a member of the Mishicot V.F.W. 
Post #7755.
Survivors include his wife, Jane Loeh, Mishicot; his best buddy, Whiskey; two sisters 
and brothers-in-law, Carol and David Jaeger, rural Mishicot, and Shirley and Donald 
Tuschel, rural Mishicot; one brother and sister-in-law, Daniel and Diane Loeh, rural 
Mishicot; father-in-law and mother-in-law, LeRoy and Jean Schultz, Two Rivers; 
sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Karen and Eugene Durocher, Two Rivers, and Judy 
and Henry Klein, Plymouth. He is further survived by nieces, nephew, other relatives 
and many friends.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Sunday evening, Oct. 7, 2001, at 
Klein & Stangel Funeral Home from 5 until 8 p.m. A Prayer Service will be held by 
Sister Dorothy at 6:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, October 6, 2001  P. A6

JANE M. LOEH

Jane Marie Loeh, age 62, a resident of Maribel, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at her home.
She was born on April 22, 1953, daughter of the late LeRoy and Jean (Pelican) Schultz in Two Rivers. Jane attended St. Luke's Catholic Grade School and graduated from Washington High School, Two Rivers, with the class of 1971. On August 27, 1976, she married Henry Loeh III at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on October 4, 2001.
Jane began her working career as an in-home day care provider. She was also employed at Riverside Sea Food, Two Rivers, and self-employed for many years operating her own cleaning business. Jane enjoyed spending time with family and friends, was an avid reader, and enjoyed watching and feeding her birds.
Survivors include two sisters and brothers-in-law: Karen (Eugene) Durocher, Two Rivers and Judy (Henry) Klein, Plymouth; aunts: Betty Vanderbusch, Two Rivers, Carol (Frank) Novy, Two Rivers, Shirley Holschbach, Manitowoc; uncle: Earl (Lois) Schultz, Mequon; one brother-in-law and one sister-in-law: Daniel (Diane) Loeh, Larabee; a special niece: Lori (Steve) Schmidt. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She is further preceded in death by her mother-in-law and father-in-law: Henry II and Adeline Loeh, three sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law: infant Christy Loeh, Carol and David Jaeger, and Shirley and Donnie Tuschel, and other relatives. She will also be sadly missed by her faithful canine companion, Champ.
Funeral services will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at St. James Catholic Church, Cooperstown with cremation to follow at the All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 3:00 p.m. until 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at St. James Catholic Church, Cooperstown.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.kleinandstangel.com
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc are assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Patti, Sally, June, and Anna Mae for the care and compassion shown towards Jane and her family.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., January 3, 2016

DONNA LOESER

Donna Mae Loeser, age 75, of 3925 Tannery Rd., Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon, 
June 6, 2000, at home.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 10, 2000, at Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 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.
She was born November 23, 1924, in Two Rivers, daughter of Eva Durocher Mosuch Keip 
and the late William N. Mosuch. She graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School 
in 1942 and became a Registered Nurse following her completion of Studies at St. 
Therese School of Nursing, Waukegan, Ill. in 1945. Donna was a lifelong resident 
of Two Rivers. She worked as a Registered Nurse at Two Rivers Community Hospital, 
Doctor's Clinic (Dr. Weld), and the North Ridge Care Center until the time of her 
illness. Donna was a member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer, Ladies Elks, Women's 
Club, Two Rivers Community Hospital Volunteers, Ladies Charitable Organization, and 
a Cub Scout Den Mother. She was an active volunteer in the Two Rivers Historical 
Society, serving as office manager, membership chair, and director. She brought great 
warmth and dedication to the society. Donna also belonged to any club that played 
bridge, sheepshead, cribbage, poker, canasta, and especially enjoyed playing "Spoons" 
with her grandchildren.
Donna married Robert D. Loeser, on July 21, 1945, at St. Lukes Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. She had four children: Linda (Joe) Kurth, Two Rivers, Robert D. Loeser Jr. 
(Bonnie Bostleman), Toledo, Ohio, Greg (Gretchen Fronk) Loeser, Iola, Wis., and Ann 
(Alan) Schad, New Holstein. Her grandchildren are Carrie (David) Kurth Wiza, Elizabeth 
Kurth, Jeremy Kurth, Scott Loeser, Erin Loeser, Jeff Loeser, and Mark Loeser. Her 
great grandchildren are Lauren and Tyler Wiza. Donna is further survived by her mother, 
Eva Durocher Mosuch Keip (100 years old), sisters, Carol (Mosuch) Nystrom, Lois 
(Mosuch) and Norman Gagnon, brother, William and Eileen Mosuch, sisters-in-law are 
Ruth (Loeser) Carlson, and Winifred (Wesley) Coenen, brother-in-law, Howard (Marvelyn) 
Loeser and step sisters, Betty (Pat) Gonia. She is further survived by many nieces, 
nephews, and special friends including Walter Vogl. Donna was preceded in death by 
her husband, Robert, her son, Robert (Butch) Jr., father, William N. Mosuch, nephew, 
Terry Nystrom, brothers-in-law, Kenneth Nystrom, Harold (Evelyn) Loeser, sister-in-law, 
Esther (Hugo) Becker, step father, Edward F. Keip, Sr., and step brother, Edward 
(Dolores) Keip Jr.
Memorials may be made to the Two Rivers Historical Society and the American Cancer 
Society, specifically the Relay for Life, Manitowoc County.
Visitation will take place at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home on Friday, June 9th from 
5-8 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. led by Father Bill. Visitation will continue 
Saturday morning at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home from 9 a.m. until the family departs 
for the church.
Herald Times Reporter, June 8, 2000  P. A2


ROBERT DONALD LOESER

Robert D. Loeser Sr., 66, of 3925 Tannery Road, Two Rivers, was called to his 
eternal rest Saturday evening, March 3, 1990, after a long courageous battle 
and will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved him.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Paul Schumacher 
with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Graveside Military 
Rites will be accorded.
Mr. Loeser was born December 11, 1923, at Two Rivers, son of the late Louis and 
Elizabeth Mueller Loeser. He married the former Donna Mosuch on July 21, 1945, 
at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Bob was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish 
for the past 25 years, previously a member of St. Luke's Parish and was a past 
vice-president of The Holy Name Society. Bob was a Letter Carrier for the U.S. 
Post Office in Two Rivers for 34 years before becoming ill with ALS, more 
commonly known as Lew Gehrigs Disease. He served as vice-president of the Local 
NALC for a period of time. He was first in the area to receive the Superior 
Accomplishment Award from the U.S. Post Office. He served three years in the 
U.S. Army 8th Air Force during World War II, serving one year in the European 
Theatre (sic). Bob was a past member of the VFW, served as a Boy Scout Leader 
for two years and Cub Master for three years. He was also a member of Elks Lodge 
1380 for the past 38 years.
Survivors include his wife, Donna; two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert Jr. 
(Butch) and Bonnie Loeser of Toledo, Ohio, Gregory and Gretchen Loeser of Iola, 
Wisconsin; two daughters and a son-in-law, Linda and Joseph Kurth of Two Rivers, 
Ann Loeser of New Holstein; a brother and sister-in-law, Howard and Marvelyn 
Loeser of Panaca, Nevada; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Esther Becker 
of Two Rivers, Ruth and John Carlson of Ladysmith, Wisconsin and Winnifred and 
Wesley Coenen of Two Rivers; seven grandchildren (private); his mother-in-law, 
Mrs. Ed (Eva) Keip of Two Rivers; in-laws, Carol and Ken Nystrom of Two Rivers, 
Lois and Norman Gagnon of Oshkosh, Bill and Eileen Mosuch of Two Rivers, also 
nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Harold.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 p.m. to 
8 p.m. this Monday. Parish Memorial will be held this evening at 7 P.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter


HAROLD R. LOHR

Harold R. Lohr, age 86, of 2401 Jefferson St., Two Rivers, died early on 
Wednesday morning, Nov. 26, 2008, at the Aurora Medical Center, Two 
Rivers.
Harold was born on Sept. 3, 1922, in Watertown, S.D., son of the late 
Raymond and Hilda (Bucholz) Lohr. He graduated high school in South Dakota, 
and entered the U.S. Coast Guard in December of 1942, serving until March 
of 1946. After discharge from military service, Harold also attended the 
Milwaukee School of Engineering. On June 23, 1951, he married Maryon LeClair 
at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Harold worked as an electrician 
for Culligan & Schumacher in Two Rivers for many years, he was also a self-
employed electrical contractor for several years. He retired from the Bechtel 
Power Plant, having worked in Two Creeks, Michigan, and California. Mr. Lohr 
was a 55 year member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, 
retired member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, and a member of the American 
Legion Post 165 of Two Rivers. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, and time spent 
at his cottage. Above all, he enjoyed the time spent with his grandchildren.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers: Merle 
and Wendell Lohr; and a sister and brother-in-law: Viola (Ernest) Rickard.
Funeral services will be held at noon on Friday, Nov. 28, 2008, at St. Peter 
the Fisherman 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. Military graveside rites will be accorded by members of 
the American Legion and VFW post of Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers, after 10:30 a.m. on Friday until the time of Mass at noon.
There will be no visitation held this evening.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the Lohr 
family with funeral arrangements.
The Lohr family would like to extend a special thank you to (private), and 
the kind staff of the Aurora Medical Center, for the compassionate care given 
to Harold.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 27, 2008


MARYON C. LOHR

Maryon C. Lohr, age 77, of 2401 Jefferson St., Two Rivers, died Friday 
morning, Aug. 7, 2009, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Maryon was born Sept. 30, 1931, in Two Creeks, daughter of the late Joseph 
and Agnes (Smongeski) LeClair. She graduated from Washington High School 
with the class of 1948. On June 23, 1951, she married Harold R. Lohr at St. 
Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on Nov. 26, 
2008.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
In addition to her parents and husband, she also was preceded in death by 
one brother: Paul LeClair; and three sisters: Helen Zelinski, Ruth Ann Taddy 
and Lois Mesich.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Peter the Fisherman 
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. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers, on Tuesday morning from 9 until 10:15 a.m. There 
will be no Monday evening visitation.
A heartfelt thank you from the family goes to (private), for their kind and 
loving care.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the 
Lohr family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 9, 2009


CECELIA L'OISSEAU

In failing health for the past several months, Miss Ceclia Louiseau, 
78, 1313 19th St., Two Rivers, a member of one of the earliest families 
in the community, died at the home at midnight Monday.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the Beduhn, Deja
and Martin Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C.V. Hugo officiating. 
Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Miss Louiseau was born in Two Rivers' east side, where she spent her 
entire life in 1874, a daughter of the late Gilbert and Cecelia Martin 
Louiseau, who immigrated to this country from Quebec, Canada, over a 
century ago. Her father died in Two Rivers 30 years ago at the age of 
93, then the oldest resident of the city.
Upon the death of her sister, Margaret, the wife of the late George Pilon, 
Miss Louiseau reared the Pilon family with which she remained for 36 years. 
She had been living alone at her home on 19th Street, Two Rivers, for the 
past three years.
Her only immediate survivor is a sister, Mrs. Adolph Rudebeck of Two Rivers. 
She also leaves eight nieces and seven nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday until the time 
of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 7:45 p.m. 
Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 2, 1952 P.2


JOSEPHINE LONDO

Mrs. Josephine Londo, 75, of 3110 School St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening 
in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday in Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Londo, nee Josephine Steber, was born March 22, 1902, in Antigo, daughter of 
the late John and Barbara Hynek Steber. She was married to Leo A. Londo Aug. 2, 
1921, in Antigo and came to Two Rivers in 1928. Mr. Londo preceded her in death 
June 6, 1977.
She was a member of Ladies of Holy Redeemer, VF Auxiliary and Senior Citizens of 
Two Rivers. 
Survivors include a son James of Rt. 3, Two Rivers; two daughters, Mrs. Rudy 
(Germaine) Kalz of Appleton and Miss Bernadine Londo at home; a brother, Elmer 
Steber of Antigo, 14 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3:30 
p.m., Friday, where a Senior Citizens service will be at 6 p.m. and a memorial 
service at 7:30 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, September 29, 1977  P. 3
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(22 Mar 1902/Sep 1977/SSDI)


LEO A. LONDO

Leo Londo, 81, of 3110 School St., Two Rivers, died early Monday morning at 
Holy Family Extended Care Facility, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate with burial in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Londo was born Dec. 9, 1895, at Wausau, son of the late Adler and Mary 
Jonas Londo He served in the U.S. Navy in World War I, from May of 1917 to 
January of 1919, aboard the U.S.S. Western Light. On Aug. 2, 1921, he married 
Josephine Steber at Antigo and worked at Hamilton Industries, Two Rivers, 
retiring 15 years ago. He was a member of Holy Redeemer Men’s Club.
Survivors include his wife, a son, James, of Rt. 3, Two Rivers; two daughters, 
Mrs. Rudy (Germaine) Kalz, of Appleton and Miss Bernadine Londo, at home; a 
brother, Raymond, of Merrill; two sisters, Mrs. Joseph Madden, of Oshkosh and 
Mrs. John Madden, of Wausau, 14 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
3:30 o’clock this Tuesday afternoon, where a memorial service will be at 7:30 
o’clock.
Herald Times Reporter, June 7, 1977  P.12
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(9 Dec. 1895/June 1977/SSDI)


ALVINA LONG

Mrs. LeRoy Long, 38, of 2539 S. 16th St., Milwaukee, a former Two Rivers 
resident, died Sunday at University Hospital, Madison.
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. Earl Brouchoud will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Long, nee Alvina Klein, was born Sept. 8, 1931, at Two Rivers, daughter 
of Arthur and Josephine Hutchison Klein. She was married to LeRoy Long 
June 17, 1961, at Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband; her parents, of Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. 
Larry Peterson of Milwaukee and Kelly Jean at home; four sons, James Ruelle 
of Fond du Lac, and Marvin Ruelle, Daniel and LeRoy Long Jr., at home; sister, 
Mrs. Lawrence Mason, of Two Rivers; and five brothers, Jerry, Willard and 
Norman of Manitowoc and Dale and Howard of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial services will be conducted 
at 7 o’clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 24, 1969  P.20 


CATHERINE LONZO

Mrs. Catherine Lonzo, 85, of 113 S. Platten St., Green Bay, died 
Friday morning, August 25, 1989 at a Green Bay Nursing Home. 
Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Monday at Holy Redeemer Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial 
will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Lonzo was born May 30, 1904 at Howard, Wisconsin, daughter of 
the late Michael and Elizabeth Bredael. She attended school at De 
Pere. She married Urban Lonzo August 23, 1933.
Survivors include her husband, a son, Urban Lonzo Jr., of Hollywood, 
Florida; a daughter, Winifred Schulz of Milwaukee; a brother, Bernard 
Bredael of Australia; three sisters, Mrs. Irene Hoffman of Two Rivers, 
Mrs. Leona Pembroke and Mrs. Lucille Neville of Green Bay; 5 
grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 6 pm 
to 8 pm this Sunday. The Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars 
will conduct a memorial service at 6:30 pm this Sunday and a memorial 
service will be at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Aug. 27, 1989 page B12
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[bur. 08-29-1989/age 85 yrs.]


DAVID LONZO

David Wallace Lonzo, age 38, of 18422 County Trunk T, Manitowoc County, died 
Saturday, June 26, 1999, at Theda Clark Hospital, Neenah, Wisconsin, as the 
result of an auto accident.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 29, 1999, at St. Luke's 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will 
be the Rev. Larry Seidl, with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born May 10, 1961, in Two Rivers, son of Wallace and Jacqueline Messman 
Lonzo. David attended St. Luke's Catholic School and graduated from Washington 
High School Two Rivers class of 1979. He was employed at Fisher Hamilton as an 
electrician and maintenance man. Dave was an avid sportsman and especially loved 
hunting. He also enjoyed playing softball. Dave was a member of St. Luke's Catholic 
Church.
Survivors include his parents, Wallace and Jacqueline Lonzo of Two Rivers; two 
sisters, Cindy Lonzo, Sheboygan, and Peggy Lonzo, Manitowoc; a special friend, 
Sue Laurent, Green Bay; a maternal grandmother, Ruth Messman, Manitowoc. He is 
further survived by uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and many friends. He 
was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Wallace and Anna Lonzo, and 
his maternal grandfather, Ray Messman.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Luke's Catholic Church from 9 a.m. 
Tuesday until the time of services at 11 a.m. There will be no Monday evening 
visitation.
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 28, 1999 P. A2


FRANCIS A. LONZO

Francis A. "Buddy" Lonzo, age 82, of 2602 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, died Friday 
morning, August 20, 1993, at the Hamilton Memorial Home.
Mass of Chrisitan Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. on Monday August 23, 1993, 
at St. Lukes Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. David Beaudry will officiate 
with burial to follow in the Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born in Two Rivers on February 19, 1911, son of the late Frank and Emily 
LaFond Lonzo. He attended St. Lukes parochial school and Washington High School. 
Mr. Lonzo was a veteran of World War II having served in the United States Army 
from 1942-1945. On April 24, 1948, he married Grace Haag at St. Lukes in Two 
Rivers. She preceded him in death November 19, 1985. Buddy and other family members 
where long time commercial fishermen in Two Rivers aboard the "Mallard." He was 
later employed and retired from the C. Reiss Coal Company of Two Rivers. Mr. Lonzo 
was a member of the "20 Grand Club", the Two Rivers Knights of Columbus, and a 
charter member of the VFW. He was a very active volunteer for St. Vincent 
dePaul (sic), Rogers Street Fishing Village, and the Two Rivers Senior citizens. 
In 1939 Buddy was recognized by the Wis. Junior Chamber of Commerce, Inc., as 
"The Hero of the State" for saving the lives of seven individuals on separate 
occasions from the waters within Two Rivers.
Surviving is a daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Thomas Gordon, Two Rivers and 
their family, Brenda Gordon and her fiance, Jeff and Gregory Gordon; one son and 
daughter-in-law, Thomas and Vrginia (sic) Lonzo, Appleton and their family, 
Rebecca, Kyle, and Rachel; one sister, Loretta Havlichek, Two Rivers; four 
sisters-in-law and one brothers-in-law, Ruth Mull, Angeline and Frank Theiss, 
Genevieve Haag, and Rose Haag; a special friend, Agnes Jasper, Two Rivers, other 
nieces, nephews, relatives, and many friends also survive.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Grace, four brothers, Lester, Arthur, Wallace 
and Urban, and by two sisters, Marie and Lucy.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 3-7 p.m. this Sunday 
evening and after 12 noon on Monday until leaving for church. A parish prayer 
service will be held at 5:30 p.m. Sunday evening.
Our dad and grandpa will be greatly missed but he will be laid to rest next to our 
mother and grandmother and they will live happily ever after in the arms of our Lord.
Herald Times Reporter, August 22, 1993 P. A2
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Young Man Effects Brave Rescue of Drowning Girl in East River
Francis Longo Leaps into Icy Water; Assisted by Father and Chester Shields
Forming a human chain over the ice of the East Twin River Friday afternoon, 
three men, by prompt and brave action, saved the life of Ludmilla Wotocheck, 
local high school girl.
Ludmilla had been to the  market and post office and was returning to her home 
on the east side. She attempted to cross the river ice at Twenty-First Street. An 
hour or two previously a tug had gone through and although the ice looked firm, 
there was a channel of water barely covered by a thin film. Into this the girl 
slipped and struggled, screaming.
Her cries attracted the notice of Hans Henrickson, conservation warden, who 
yelled to Frank Lonzo, Frances Lonzo and Chester Shields who were near. They 
formed, by clasping wrists, a chain over the ice. Frances, being the slightest of 
the trio, jumped into the icy water. He reached the girl as she was about to sink 
for the last time. This act of young Lonzo showed unusual nerve and courage. 
She was taken to one of the fish shanties and wrapped in a warm blanket while 
young Lonzo was hastened home for the same treatment. These men acted 
promptly and averted a tragedy, but as long as people continue to take chances 
on the river for the sake of a short cut, there are bound to be accidents of this 
nature. The tugs are continually breaking the ice on the lower part of the river. 
It is earnestly hoped that the _- illegible -- are in the habit of walking over the 
ice to save a few extra steps.
Two Rivers Reporter - Chronicle - Jan. 26, 1928


GRACE R. LONZO

Mrs. Francis (Grace) Lonzo, 72, of 1225 21st Street, Two Rivers, died early 
Tuesday evening, November 19, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services 
will be 11 am Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith 
will officiate with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Lonzo was born September 26, 1913 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late George 
and Anna Leicht Haag. She attended St. Luke Parochial School and Washington High 
School. Mrs. Lonzo was employed at Mirro Alumunim for 17 years. She married 
Francis Lonzo on April 24, 1948 at Two Rivers. Mrs. Lonzo was a member of Veterans 
of Foreign Wars Auxiliary.
Survivors include her husband, Francis; a son and a daughter-in-law, Thomas and 
Virginia Lonzo of Appleton; a daughter and a son-in-law, Sandra and Thomas Gordon 
of Two Rivers; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Howard and Gen Haag of Naples, 
Florida and Gerald and rose Haag of Manitowoc; two sisters and a brother-in-law, 
Angeline and Frank Theiss of Two Rivers and Ruth Mull of Milwaukee and three 
grandchildren, Brenda and Greg Gordon and Rebecca Lonzo. She was preceded in death 
by a brother, Lester Haag and a brother-in-law, Gustav Mull.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, from 4 o'clock to 
8 o'clock this Wednesday afternoon. A memorial service will be held at 7 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Nov. 20, 1985 page 3
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[bur. 11-21-1985/age 72 yrs.]
(26 Sep 1913/Nov 1985/SSDI)


JACQUELINE LONZO

Jacqueline A. Lonzo, age 84, a Two Rivers resident, died Wednesday, March 9, 2016 
at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
She was born on September 29, 1931, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Raymond 
and Ruth (Allie) Messman. Jacqueline was a graduate of Two Rivers Washington High 
School with the class of 1949. On July 18, 1953 she married the late Wallace Lonzo 
at St. Luke Catholic Church in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on July 19, 
2010. Jacqueline was employed with Carron Net Company retiring after 26 years. She 
loved reading and playing word games.
Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law: Cindy Lonzo, Oostburg, Peggy 
and Jim Harley, Manitowoc; three grandchildren: Stephanie Zastrow, Oostburg, Nicholas 
Zastrow, Oostburg, Felicia Yauger, Manitowoc; two great-grandchildren: Cadance and 
Alexander; two sisters and brothers-in-law: Kay and Don VanStraten, Ledgeview, 
Barbara and Bernard Bennett, Manitowoc; one sister-in-law: Diane Urban, CA. Nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by 
her husband: Wallace; one son: David Lonzo; and one brother-in-law: Floyd Lonzo.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM Noon on Monday, March 14, 2016 at The Klein 
and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, March 14, 2016 at The Klein 
and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers from 10:30 AM until 11:45AM.
Expressions of sympathy may be left for the family by visiting www.kleinandstangel.com
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Sunday, March 13, 2016 pg. A3


LESTER O. LONZO

Lester Lonzo Dies; County Board Member 
TWO RIVERS—Lester O. (Les) Lonzo, 70, of 908-16th St., retired longtime postal 
clerk who was serving his fifth consecutive terms as county supervisor of the 
17th District, comprising the First ward, is dead. 
Lonzo died unexpectedly Tuesday night of a heart attack while visiting at the 
home of a daughter, Mrs. Dale J. (Judy) Orlopp at Manitowoc, after attending 
a rehearsal of the St. Luke Catholic Church choir, of which he had been a 
member for many years. During the day he had watched activities in connection 
with the removal of the old pier light at Two Rivers Harbor, near his home.
Mr. Lonzo was born Feb. 27, 1899, at Two Rivers, a son of the late Frank and 
Emily La Fond Lonzo, among the earlier residents of the community. He attended 
St. Luke Parochial School where he developed an interest in art which resulted 
in his enrollment at the Cleveland, Ohio, School of Illustrating and Cartooning. 
This was cut short by service in the U.S. Merchant Marine during World War I, 
serving two years in the Atlantic. He also spent two years aboard the Great 
Lakes freighter Australia of the Hutchinson line out of Cleveland. Ohio.
Postal Clerk 
Returning from the service, he became a postal clerk at the local Post Office 
in September of 1922, retiring July 1, 1957 after serving 35 years.
Intensely interested in music since boyhood, Lonzo was an accomplished bass 
singer and was a member of the old Meistersinger Guild Male Chorus of Two Rivers 
as well as the St. Luke Church choir. He was a charter member of the Manitowoc 
Chapter of the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop 
Quartet Singing in America and was a member of its Clipper City Chordsmen chorus.
Widely known as an amateur artist, Lonzo was one of the founders of the Lakeshore 
Palettiers and also belonged to the Little Gallery at Manitowoc. One of the 
organizers of the Two Rivers Historical Society, he contributed numerous early 
day accounts to its archives.
He became supervisor of the city’s First ward in 1961, and was re-elected in 
the following terms, as the County Board was redistricted, becoming supervisor 
of the 17th District, comprising his ward. Serving on a number of the Board’s 
committees during the years he cur-(sic) recently was a member of Board of 
Social Services.
Lonzo was a longtime member of Mother of Hope Council No. 1957, Knights of Columbus; 
St. Luke parish; Manitowoc County Democratic Committee; March of Dimes and the 
Manitowoc County Nature Study Group.
Survivors 
Surviving are his wife, the former Mildred Koeser, whom he married in Two Rivers, 
August 9, 1922; three other daughters, Mrs. Lucille Early of Daytona , Fla., Mrs. 
Adrian Miles of Chicago Heights, Ill., and Mrs. Marion Ruskewicz of Two Rivers; 
four sons, Donald of Joliet, Ill., and Neal and Leslie of Two Rivers 
(sic—only 3 of 4 sons mentioned); a sister, Mrs. Charles Havlichek of Two Rivers; 
two brothers, Urban of Tripoli, Wis., and Francis of Two Rivers; 19 grandchildren 
and one great grandchild
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, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. 
Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. 
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Thursday where memorial 
services by the parish and the Knights of Columbus will be at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 22, 1969  P.21
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(27 Feb. 1899/Oct. 1969/SSDI)
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Marriage of Lester/Mildred Lonzo
The marriage of Lester Lonzo, son of Frank Lonzo and Miss Mildred Koeser was 
solemnized Wednesday morning at the parsonage of St. Luke's Church, Rev. Father 
Hugo officiating. Miss Marie Stanek and Paul Gleichner were the attending couple. 
After the ceremony the wedding party repaired to the home of the groom where a 
wedding dinner was served and the couple then departed on a wedding trip to 
Chicago. They will reside on the Eastside where the groom is employed in the 
fishing industry. The Reporter extends best wishes for a happy and prosperous 
future.
The Reporter, Fri., Aug. 11, 1922


MARCELLA LONZO

LONG ILLNESS ENDS IN DEATH 
Mrs. Urban Lonzo Dies After Six Years Illness
Death at 10:40 last night was the climax to six long years of suffering for 
Mrs. Urban Lonzo, 1411 Glenwood street. The young mother had been ailing for 
the past six years and for the past three weeks was confined to her bed at 
her home where she died last night. Complications caused her death.
Mrs. Lonzo, nee Marcella Heppler, was born in this city June 11, 1900 and 
spent her entire life in this city. She was married to Urban Lonzo on 
November 12, 1919, who with her father, a brother and sister, and two small 
children remains to mourn her loss. Mrs. Lonzo was the daughter of Mr. and 
Mrs. Anton Heppler. Her mother died several years ago, but her father of 
Manitowoc survives. The sisters surviving is Mrs. Del Seitz of Manitowoc, 
the brother is William Heppler of Chicago and the two children are Winifred, 
age 8, and Urban Jr., age 6. 
The remains are at the Beduhn and Goetz funeral chapel and may be viewed there. 
Funeral services will be held at the chapel at 830 Saturday morning and at 
9 o’clock from the St. Mark’s Catholic church. The Rev. Peter Nilles will 
officiate. Burial will be at Holy Cross cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 29, 1932  P.13
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Marriage of Urban/Marcella Lonzo
The marriage of Urban Lonzo and Miss Marcella Heppler at St. Luke's Church 
Wednesday morning, Nov. 12th, Rev. Father Hugo said the ceremony, after which 
the couple departed for Chicago on a short stay.
The Reporter, Thurs., Nov. 20, 1919


MILDRED LONZO

Mrs. Mildred Lonzo, 78, of 908-16th St., Two Rivers, died early Monday morning, 
Aug. 25, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Deja and 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. Lonzo was born Dec. 17, 1901, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Silas and 
Emma Thiede Koeser. She attended Two Rivers schools. She was married to Lester O. 
Lonzo Aug. 9, 1922. He preceded her in death Oct. 21, 1968. She was a member of 
Knights of Columbus Auziliary, Ladies of St. Luke, Catholic Women's Study Club, 
Senoir Citizens of Two Rivers and Homemakers Club.
Survivors include four son, Donald of Hayward, Calif., Neil and Leslie of Two 
Rivers, and Warren of Joliet, Ill.; four daughters, Mrs. Lucille Early and Mrs. 
Marion Nelson of Two Rivers, Mrs. Adriana Miles of Wichita Falls, Texas, and Mrs. 
Judy Orlopp of Manitowoc; four brothers, Donald Koeser, Silas Koeser and William 
Koeser of Two Rivers, and Harold Koeser of Elgin, Ill.; three sisters, Mrs. Thelma 
Lafond and Mrs. Phyilis Lahey of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Lois Green of Shorewood, 
Ill.; 21 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 
her husband and a brother.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m Tuesday 
where a memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, August 25, 1980 P.3
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(17 Dec. 1901/Aug. 1980/SSDI)
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Marriage of Lester/Mildred Lonzo
The marriage of Lester Lonzo, son of Frank Lonzo and Miss Mildred Koeser was 
solemnized Wednesday morning at the parsonage of St. Luke's Church, Rev. Father 
Hugo officiating. Miss Marie Stanek and Paul Gleichner were the attending couple. 
After the ceremony the wedding party repaired to the home of the groom where a 
wedding dinner was served and the couple then departed on a wedding trip to 
Chicago. They will reside on the Eastside where the groom is employed in the 
fishing industry. The Reporter extends best wishes for a happy and prosperous 
future.
The Reporter, Fri., Aug. 11, 1922


NEAL L. LONZO

Neal L. Lonzo, age 76, of 804 28th Street, Two Rivers, died early Friday, March 22, 
2002 at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 at Holy 
Redeemer 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. Military graveside rites will be accorded by the Two Rivers VFW and 
American Legion Posts.
Neal was born April 18, 1925 in Two Rivers, son of the late Lester O. and Mildred 
Koeser Lonzo. He attended St. Luke Parochial school, and was a graduate of Two 
Rivers Washington High School. On October 6, 1943 he entered the United States Navy, 
serving aboard the U.S.S. Idaho during World War II. He was honorably discharged 
from service on March 21, 1946. Neal married the former Regina Kugle on February 11, 
1955 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. He worked for a few years on the 
fishing boats with his uncle, Buddy, and later was employed by Clem Becker Meats 
where he worked until his retirement in 1988. Neal was a member of the Knights of 
Columbus, Council #1957, The February Club, and The 20 Grand Club. He also enjoyed 
woodworking as a pastime.
Survivors include his wife Regina, one son & daughter-in-law, Steve & Rhonda Lonzo, 
Two Rivers; three daughters & two sons-in-law, Mary Lonzo, Charleen and Bo Perkins, 
Jenny and Jim Gospodarek, all of Two Rivers; eight grandchildren, Jessica, Joshua, 
Jaimie, Justin, Craig, Kyle, Megan & Brock; and his special companion, "Molly". He 
is further survived by two brothers & a sister-in-law, Leslie Lonzo, Two Rivers, 
Warren & Marilyn Lonzo, Sarasota, FL; three sisters & two brothers-in-law, Marion 
& Jerome Nelson, Two Rivers, Adrea (sic) & Jim Miles, Wichita Falls, TX, and Judy 
Orlopp, Manitowoc; two brothers-in-law & a sister-in-law, Frances Glasow of Reedsville, 
Roman (Audrey) Kugle, and Bernard Brennan, all of Manitowoc; many nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and many friends also survive.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Donald, a sister, 
Lucille, and a brother-in-law, Dale Orlopp.
Relatives and friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers 
from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday evening, and after 9 a.m. Tuesday until leaving for the 
church at 9:45 a.m. there will be a parish prayer service held at 6:30 p.m. Monday 
at the funeral home led by Fr. Bill.
The Lonzo family extends a heartfelt Thank You to the entire staff of the Aurora 
Medical Center. Special Thanks to the Critical Care Unit, especially "Big Jim", 
Doctors Thayer & Yetter for all their care and concern given to Neal. Many thanks 
also to Fr. Bill O'Brien for his words of prayer & support.
Neal was a loving husband, great dad, and super grandpa. He will be greatly missed 
by his family.
Herald Times Reporter, March 24, 2002  P. A5
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Neal L. Lonzo, age 76, of 804 28th St., Two Rivers, died early Friday morning, 
March 22, 2002 at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. 
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 at Holy 
Redeemer 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. 
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, on Monday 
from 5 to 8 p.m. 
A complete obituary will be announced Sunday by Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 23, 2002 


URBAN O. LONZO

Urban Lonzo, 94, of 3215 Mishciot Road, Two Rivers, died Thursday morning, 
April 19, 1990, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate with burial to follow at Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born December 12, 1895, in Two Rivers, son of the late Frank and Emily 
LaFond Lonzo. He attended St. Luke's Parochial School and served in World War I. 
On August 23, 1933, he married the former Catherine Bradael at Waukegan, 
Illinois. She preceded him in death August 25, 1989. He was employed at Mirro 
Aluminum as head electrician.
Survivors include a son, Urban Lonzo Jr. of Hollywood, Florida; a daughter, 
Winifred Schulz of Milwaukee; a brother, Francis Lonzo of Two Rivers; a sister, 
Mrs. Loretta Havlichek of Two Rivers; five grandchildren; seven great grand-
children.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, 6 p.m. to 8 
p.m. this Friday. Memorial Service will be held at 6:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
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(11 Dec 1895/19 Apr 1990/SSDI)
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Marriage of Urban/Marcella Lonzo
The marriage of Urban Lonzo and Miss Marcella Heppler at St. Luke's Church 
Wednesday morning, Nov. 12th, Rev. Father Hugo said the ceremony, after which 
the couple departed for Chicago on a short stay.
The Reporter, Thurs., Nov. 20, 1919

WALLACE P. LONZO (d. 1958)

Wallace P. Lonzo, 64, of 2315 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, retired commercial fisherman and a member of one of the city's oldest families, died shortly before noon Sunday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where he had been a patient only a few days. He had been in failing health for the past eight years.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Deja & Martin Funeral chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. Herman Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Wallace Lonzo was born May 5, 1893 in Two Rivers, a son of Frank and Emily LaFond Lonzo. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and when he was a young man, he joined his father and brother, Arthur, in the commercial fishing enterprise. During World War II he served as an engineer in moving boats from the Burger Boat Yards at Manitowoc to the Gulf of Mexico. He then retired after operating a tavern at Zander, Town of Gibson, fir a number of years.
In 1918 Mr. Lonzo married the former Ann Wondrash in Two Rivers, who survives him with a daughter, Dianne at home; two sons, Wallace jr. and Floyd Lonzo of Two Rivers; three sisters, Miss Lucy and Mrs. Charles (Loretta) Havlichek of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Walter (Marie) Mueller of Los Gatos, Calif.; four brothers, Arthur of Manitowoc, Urban, Lester and Francis Lonzo of Two Rivers and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wis., Monday, April 21, 1958 pg. M-13

WALLACE "WALLY" LONZO    (d. 2010)

Wallace W. "Wally" Lonzo, age 79, of 1820 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died 
unexpectedly on Monday evening, July 19, 2010, at his residence.
Wally was born Aug. 11, 1930, in Two Rivers, son of the late Wallace and 
Anna (Wondrash) Lonzo. He graduated from Washington High School with the 
class of 1949. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1951 - 1953 in the 
Korean Conflict receiving three Purple Hearts. Wally then attended the 
Vocational School, earning his Plumbers license. On July 18, 1953, he 
married Jacqueline Messman at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Wally 
was employed with Zinkel Plumbing, the Plumbers Union and Hein Plumbing. 
He was a lifetime member of the VFW and the Disabled Vets. In his younger 
years he enjoyed baseball, darts, and volleyball. He was an avid sportsman 
and after retirement enjoyed playing golf, relaxing on the deck, and 
spending time with his family.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) 
He was also preceded in death by one son: David Lonzo; mother-in-law and 
father-in-law: Ruth and Raymond Messman; and a brother-in-law: Jim Urban.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, July 23, 2010, at 
St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the 
Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Tom Reynebeau. Burial will 
immediately follow the Mass at Holy Cross Cemetery. Military Honors will 
be accorded by the Two Rivers VFW and American Legion.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, July 23, 2010, at 
St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, from 8:30 to 10:15 a.m.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
The family would like to thank the Two Rivers Paramedics for their effort 
and care helping Wally. 
We love you and we will miss you.
Herald Times Reporter, July 21, 2010


MARY LORD

Mrs. Mary Lord, 78, of 1910 East River St., Two Rivers, died late Friday night 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient less than a week. 
She had been in failing health for several months.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. H.J. 
Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Lord, nee Mary Holm was born Aug. 5, 1881, at Oconto, a daughter of the 
late James and Catherine Hart Holm. She attended St. Joseph Parochial School 
at Oconto and in 1900 was married at Oconto to Emmery Lord. The family came to 
Two Rivers in 1921 where Mr. Lord died 17 years ago.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Neil Mannen of Chicago, Ill., Mrs. Edgar 
Henkel of Roselle, Ill., and Mrs. Richard Piasecki of Two Rivers; two sons, 
Henry of Chicago, and William of Sheboygan; two brothers, Edward of Marshfield 
and Fred Holm of Two Rivers; 10 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Monday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 18, 1960  P.11


WILLIAM LORD

William L. "Bill" Lord, age 83, a resident of the Meadow View Manor Nursing Home, 
and formerly of 2541 Cross Creek Drive, was born into eternal life on Friday, 
March 31, 2000, at St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for Bill at 11 a.m. Monday, April 3, 
2000, at St. Dominic Catholic Church, 2133 N. 22nd Street, Sheboygan. Rev. James 
Jarumbo, pastor of the Parish ill be celebrant. Following the luncheon, interment 
will be made at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Bill was born June 2, 1916, in Oconto, Wis., son of the late Emory and Mary (Holm) 
Lord. The family later moved to Two Rivers, where he attended Catholic Grade School 
and Washington High School. Bill was a veteran of World War II, serving in the 
United States Army. Joan Kafka and William Lord were married March 2, 1946, at St. 
Luke Catholic Church in Two Rivers. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding 
anniversary in March of 1996. Bill was employed by Wisconsin Public Service as a 
Service and Lead Man, until retiring in 1979. He was a member of St. Dominic 
Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus, Our Lady of the Rosary Coucil #722 and 
the Wisconsin Public Service Men's Club. As a hobby, Bill enjoyed gardening and 
was a member of the Men's Garden Club. For many years, he and Joan belonged to 
the Lakeshore Dance Club. Bill enjoyed playing golf, traveling, his family and 
friends.
Surviving Bill is his wife, Joan; two daughters, Sherry (Tom) Share, Cottage Grove, 
Minn., and Susan (Jack) Pamperin, Louisville, Ky.; six grandchildren, Karen (Troy) 
Edwards, John Paul Share, Kristin, Brenda, Vicki and Jaime Pamperin. He is also 
survived by a brother-in-law, Richard Piasecki, Two Rivers; many nieces and nephews. 
Bill was preceded in death by a brother and three sisters.
Friends may call at St. Dominics on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of the mass.
A Memorial Fund has been established to St. Dominics Catholic Church in the name 
of William L. Lord.
The Zimmer Funeral Home of Sheboygan is assisting the family.
Herald Times Reporter, April 1, 2000  P. A2


LOUIS LOUISIER

Louis Louisier, of Memorial drive, died early Sunday morning at the Holy 
Family hospital in Manitowoc after an illness of nine months. He was 60.
Funeral services will be held at the St. Luke Catholic church, Two Rivers, 
at 9 o’clock Wednesday morning. Burial will be at Holy Cross cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Mr. Louisier was born in Sheboygan in June, 1890, a son of Samuel and Alvina 
Sanville Louisier. He had been a resident of Two Rivers since his early 
boyhood. Most of his life he had worked as a fisherman, although he was last 
employed at the Aluminum Goods company plant, Two Rivers. 
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Harold Bartelme of Memorial drive, Mrs. 
Harry Burmeister of Chicago and Mrs. Frank Gutsmeidl of Oshkosh; two sisters, 
Mrs. Ida Hensel and Mrs. Eva Smith, both of Los Angeles; and a brother Godfrey 
of Sheboygan.
The body will be in state at the Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two 
Rivers, after 7 p.m. Monday. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home 
at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 6, 1950  P.2


SAMUEL LOUISIER

SAM LOUISIER, 86, IS FATALLY INJURED 
IS STRUCK BY TRUCK; INSTANT DEATH OCCURS
Street Department Worker Is Killed When He Walks Into Brewery Truck 
Sam Louisier, 86, an employe of the street department for over 30 years, was 
instantly killed just before noon today when struck down at his work by a 
truck.
“Just think, an old man like me has got to work,” Louisier said just a few 
minutes before when talking to John Harrington.
Louisier walked suddenly from his street can (sic) into the path of a truck 
driven by Roland Jensen, 25, driver for the Denmark Brewing company.
“I had no warning,” Jensen said. “The man walked right into my truck.”
Jensen said his truck was going 15 miles an hour south on Lincoln avenue. 
Louisier pushed his street can from a position on 18th street a short distance 
along Lincoln street. He was walking along the gutter when it was said he 
suddenly turned out into the street.
Louisier was dragged about 15 feet by the fender of the truck before he was 
thrown off. The truck was stopped a few feet further up the street. Jensen had 
swung into Lincoln street off of Highway 42 at the time the mishap occurred. 
Louisier, of French descent, came to this country from Switzerland. He had been 
an east side resident for about 70 years.
After questioning Jensen, police permitted him to return to Denmark early this 
afternoon. Decision regarding an inquest has not been made as yet.
Survivors are two married daughters, Ida and Eva, Milwaukee, and three sons, 
Louis of Two Rivers who is fishing off the Chicago harbor, Godfrey of Sheboygan 
and Joseph of Ludington, Mich.
Mr. Louisier married Alvina Sanville, daughter of Peter Sanville. Mrs. Louisier 
died many years ago. 
No funeral arrangements had been made this afternoon.
There were no witnesses to the accident other than Jensen. Harrington talked to 
Louisier just before the accident and Joseph Novak saw Louisier thrown from the 
fender, but he did not see him when he was first struck.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 30, 1934  P.11
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SAM LOUISIER RITES PLANNED 
Accident Victim To Be buried In Holy Cross Tuesday 
Funeral services for Sam Louisier, 86, who met instant death when struck down 
by a truck Saturday morning, will be held from the Beduhn & Goetz chapel at 9 
o’clock Tuesday morning. Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery.
Remains can be viewed at the funeral home until 9 o’clock tonight and Tuesday 
morning until the hour of the services.
Sam Louisier, one of the best known early residents of the east side, was born 
in Switzerland, Sept. 22, 1848. At the age of seven he immigrated to this country 
with his parents and settled in the town of Gibson, where he remained seven years. 
Another seven years were spent in Sheboygan. Fifty-three years ago he married 
Miss Alvina Sanville in this city. She died 39 years ago.
Surviving Mrs. Louisier are two daughters, Mrs. Ida Hansel and Mrs. Eva Schmidt, 
both of Los Angeles, and three sons, Joseph of Pentwater, Michigan, Godfrey of 
Sheboygan, and Louis of this city. There are also six grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren.
No inquest will be conducted. Authorities decided that the accident was unavoidable.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 2, 1934  P.11


ALFRED J. LOUSIER

Alfred Louiser (sic), 66, of Owen, Wis., former Two Rivers resident, died 
unexpectedly at Clark County Hospital early Sunday morning.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Louiser was born Jan. 19, 1908, at Two Rivers, son of the late Louis James 
and Margaret Rumpf Lousier. He was graduated from Two Rivers Washington High 
School with the Class of 1926. He never married.
A sister, Miss Mercedes Lousier, of Two Rivers and several cousins survive.
Friends may call from 7 to 9 o’clock this Monday evening at the funeral 
chapels where memorial services will be at 8 o’clock. 
Herald Times Reporter, February 18, 1974  P.14


FRANK J. LOUSIER

Frank J. Lousier, 66 (photo) the first man to bowl a 330 score in Two Rivers, 
died at his home, 1523 24th street, Two Rivers, late Monday afternoon. He had 
been in failing health four years.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday 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.
Mr. Lousier was born in Gibson in 1880 and his parents moved to Two Rivers a 
few years later. He was employed at the Mann pail factory and in 1900 entered 
the employ of the aluminum company in Two Rivers. He remained with the Aluminum 
Goods company until 194?. 
He was an outstanding bowler and in 1904 registered a perfect 300 score. He 
duplicated this feat the following year. During that period earlier enthusiasts 
of the game recall Frank Lousier bowling a 29_ game in a match with the late J.E. 
Hamilton.
Mr. Lousier was an active member of the old Reach Athletic club in Two Rivers and 
officiated in road games of the famous old quintet for several seasons shortly 
after the turn of the century.
On August 18, 1910, Mr. Lousier married Miss Tillie Erdmann, who survives with a 
daughter, Miss Lorraine Lousier, a student at the University of Wisconsin, and 
two sons, Le Roy, connected with the department of internal revenue at Manitowoc, 
and Kenneth J. Lousier of Two Rivers. He also leaves a sister, Mrs. John Smongeski 
of Two Rivers and two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 13, 1947  P. 2
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Frank Louisier(sic) and Tillie Erdmann were united in marrying at St. Luke's 
parsonage last Thursday morning. They have a large circle of friends who wish 
them unbounded happiness.
The Reporter, Tues., Aug. 23, 1910


GLADYS LOUSIER

Gladys C. Lousier, age 75, of 2434 45th St., Two Rivers, died early Wednesday 
morning, July 17, 1996, at Mt. Carmel Health and Rehabilitation Center, 
Milwaukee.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 20, 1996, at the Deja 
and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and 10:30 a.m. at 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.
The former Gladys Schaden was born September 18, 1920, in the town of Chase, 
Oconto County, daughter of the late Nicholas and Cecelia Wesely Schaden. The 
family moved to Two Rivers in 1928 where she attended St. Luke parochial and 
Washington High School graduating with the class of 1937. On May 25, 1946, she 
was married to Kenneth J. Lousier by Msgr. C.V. Hugo at St. Luke Catholic Church. 
He preceded her in death March 31, 1991. She was a member of the CYO of St. Luke 
Parish, and the Carmen Chorus. She was also a member of the Young Citizens 
Council of Manitowoc County. Gladys was employed for many years as a private 
secretary at Hamilton Industries. She retired from Hamilton in 1984. Mrs. Lousier 
was the associate editor of the Sojourner, a newsletter sent to military personnel 
from Two Rivers during World War II. She is credited for displaying many of these 
articles in the Washington House, Two Rivers. Gladys was a member of the Ladies 
of Holy Redeemer and volunteered many hours at Holy Redeemer Parish.
Survivors include three daughters and two sons-in-law, Rosemary Konitzer, Manitowoc, 
Marcia and Richard Lemberger, Two Rivers, Audrey and Donald Faust, Verona; two sons 
and daughters-in-law, James and Sharon Lousier, Racine, Daniel and Gail Lousier, 
Random Lake; nine grandchildren, Leann, Scott, Amie, Katie, and Mandie Lousier, 
Lori and Jason Konitzer, Lauren and Natalie Faust; two sisters, Rosalie Sevcik, 
Green Bay, Arbutus LaFond, Two Rivers, three sisters-in-law, Evelyn Schaden, Alice 
Schaden, Jennie Schaden, all of Two Rivers; two sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law, 
Lorraine and Daniel Flaherty, La Crosse, Mavis Beduhn Lousier, Sheboygan; a number 
of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Besides her parents and 
husband, she was preceded in death by an infant grandson, Eric Lousier, three 
brothers, Orval, Horace, and Francis Schaden, two sisters, Esther LeClair, Viola 
Virnoche and by five brothers-in-law.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 5-8 p.m. Friday evening. 
A wake service will be held at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, July 18, 1996 P. A2
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(18 Sep 1920/17 Jul 1996/SSDI)


KENNETH LOUSIER

Mr. Kenneth Lousier, 73, of 2434-45th Street, Two Rivers, died Sunday morning, 
March 31, 1991, at his residence.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher officiating. Burial will be at Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Louiser was born January 13, 1918, at Two Rivers, son of the late Frank and 
Tillie Erdman Lousier. He attended Sacred Heart Parochial School and was a 1935 
graduate of Washington High School. Kenneth served in the United States Coast 
Guard during WWII, being discharged in 1945 as a Chief Petty Officer. He married 
the former Gladys Schaden on May 25, 1946, at Two Rivers. He was a Maintenance 
Engineer at Paragon Electric, retiring in 1960. Mr. Lousier enjoyed woodworking 
and was an avid fisherman.
Survivors include his wife, Gladys; two sons and daughters-in-law, James and 
Sharon of Racine, Daniel and Gail of Random Lake; three daughters and sons-in-law, 
Rosemary and Richard Konitzer of Manitowoc, Marcia and Richard Lemberger of Two 
Rivers, Audrey and Donald Faust of Verona; one sister and brother-in-law, 
Lorraine and Daniel Flaherty of LaCrosse; one brother-in-law, Orval and Evelyn 
Schaden of Two Rivers; seven sisters-in-law, Mavis Lousier of Sheboygan, Vi and 
Paul Virnoche, Esther LeClair, Arbutus LaFond, Alice Schaden, and Jenny Schaden, 
all of Two Rivers, Rosalie Sevcik of Green Bay; nine grandchildren, Leann, Scott, 
Amie, Katie and Mandie Lousier, Lori and Jason Konitzer, Lauren and Natalie Faust; 
numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends also survive. He was preceded in 
death by an infant grandson, Eric Lousier, and by a brother, Leroy.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday. A 
prayer service will be  held at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, April 1, 1991 P. B5


MERCEDES L. LOUSIER

Mercedes Lousier, 69, of 2089? Adams St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening 
at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels and 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert 
Rhyner will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Miss Lousier was born April 13, 1906, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late 
Louis and Margaret Rumpf Lousier. She was graduated from Two Rivers High School 
and was private secretary at Hamilton Mfg. Co. for the late Howell J. Evans 
until his retirement and then continued to work in the general office until 
her retirement.
Surviving are several cousins. 
There will be no visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, October 9, 1975  P.3
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(13 Apr 1906/Oct 1975/SSDI)


TILLIE LOUSIER

Mrs. Tillie Lousier, 83, of 1523-24th St., Two Rivers, died late Monday night 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Extended Care Unit where she had been a 
patient for two months.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday 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. Louiser (sic), nee Tillie Erdman, was born May 27, 1886, at Posen, Poland, 
a daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Sobleski Erdman. When she was two 
her family brought her to this country, settling in the Town of Two Rivers. She 
was married Aug. 18, 1910, to Frank Louiser (sic) at Two Rivers. He was one of 
the area’s early outstanding bowlers and the first Two Rivers man to register a 
perfect 300 bowling score. He preceded her in death in 1947.
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Daniel Flahert of La Crosse; two sons, Leroy 
of Sheboygan and Kenneth of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Anna Wolczak of Two Rivers; 
a brother, Paul Erdman of Seattle, Wash., and 10 grandchildren. Three brothers 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call from 6 to 9 o’clock this Tuesday evening where memorial services 
will be at 7:30 o’clock. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 25, 1969  P.3
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(27 May 1886/Nov 1969/SSDI)
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Frank Louisier(sic) and Tillie Erdmann were united in marrying at St. Luke's 
parsonage last Thursday morning. They have a large circle of friends who wish 
them unbounded happiness.
The Reporter, Tues., Aug. 23, 1910


JAMES D. LUCEY

James D. Lucey, 52, of 2724-32nd Street, Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning, 
December 25, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. Bishop Robert Morneau and Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and 
burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Lucey was born July 25, 1932, at LaCrosse, Wisconsin, son of Mrs. Mildred 
Cassidy Lucey and the late Donald Lucey. He attended grade schools and high 
school at Grays Mills, Wisconsin. Mr. Lucey was employed as a Constructional 
Detailer with the General Telephone Company for 30 years. He married the former 
Helen Moehn on November 6, 1954, at Stockbridge, Wisconsin. Mr. Lucey was a 
member of Holy Redeemer Church Council and was a Lay Distributor.
Survivors include his wife, Helen; his mother, Mildred; two sons and a daughter-
in-law, Michael and Ellen Lucey of Durham, North Carolina and Jeff Lucey of 
Madison; two daughters, Kathleen and her husband, Mark Glaeser, of Manitowoc and 
Mary Ann and her fiance, Darrie Wilson and three brothers and sisters-in-law, 
William and Nancy and Tom and Shirley of Milwaukee and John and Kathy of 
LaCrosse. He was preceded in death by his father, a brother, and an infant 
daughter, Lori.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 4 p.m. to 8 
p.m. Friday where a memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Memorials may be made 
to the Roncalli Scholarship Fund.
Herald Times Reporter, December 26, 1984 P. 3
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[bur. 12-29-1984/age 52 yrs.]


LORI MARIE LUCEY

Funeral services for Lorie Marie Lucey, infant daughter of James and Helen 
Moehn Lucey of 2724-32nd St., Two Rivers, who was born and died Tuesday, 
Oct. 7, at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, were Wednesday at Holy Redeemer 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher officiated at the Mass 
of the Angel and burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Survivors include the parents, two brothers, Michael and Jeffery, and two 
sisters, Katheen and Mary Ann, all at home; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Matt 
Moehn of Stockbridge, and paternal grandmother, Mrs. Donald Lucey of La Crosse.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 14, 1969  P.9 


BEATRICE A. LUEBKE

Beatrice A. Luebke, age 90, of 7136 Tannery Road, Lot 2, Two Rivers, died 
on Monday morning, Aug. 30, 2010, at Aurora Medical Center, Manitowoc County.
Beatrice was born Jan. 19, 1920, in Chippewa County, daughter of the late 
Charles and Emma (Mahacek) Burmeister. On Sept. 14, 1946, she married Norman 
Luebke in Two Rivers. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was also preceded in death by four brothers and one sister.
Private family services were held on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010. Officiating 
at the service was the Rev. Kim Henning with burial at Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, assisted the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 2, 2010


GEORGE LEE LUEBKE

George L. Luebke, age 59, of 1616—19th St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
early on Tuesday morning, March 29, 2011, at his residence.
George was born in Two Rivers on Jan. 26, 1952, a son of Anne M. (Hatopp) 
Luebke and the late Richard G. Luebke. He attended St. John’s Lutheran Grade 
School in Two Rivers and Washington High School, graduating with the class of 
1970. George furthered his education at various colleges, earning an associate 
degree, as well as a bachelor’ degree in political science. On March 5, 1982, 
he was married to Pearl Shaffer at Manistique, Mich. George taught grade school 
in Manistique for six years before returning to Two Rivers to work for the City. 
He worked as a part-time employee for 11 years before moving over to the 
filtration department as a full-time employee. He worked the next 26 years as 
plant operator in the filtration plant until health reasons forced his early 
retirement. George enjoyed model railroading; his many pets; politics; and 
listening to polka and gospel music. Above all, he loved time spent with his 
family; he enjoyed camping and looked forward to the years of enjoying his 
grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He was preceded in death by his father, Richard G. Luebke; and his father-in-law, 
Eugene Shaffer. 
Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2011, at the Deja & 
Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506—18th St., Two Rivers. Officiating at the service 
will be the Rev. Scott Stevens, with burial to take place Saturday in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels on 
Friday afternoon from 2 6 to p.m. 
The Luebke family would like to express their sincere thanks to Dr. (private) 
and his staff for their compassionate care and support given to George over the 
years.
Herald Times Reporter, March 31, 2011 


DOROTHY LUTZKE

Dorothy M. Lutzke, age 75, of 1929A S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, May 27, 
2003 at her residence. 
Dorothy was born Nov. 28, 1927 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Edward and 
Josephine Bunkleman Jaskolski. She grew up and was educated in Two Rivers and 
was employed at Mirro Co. for 25 years prior to her retirement. 
Dorothy is survived by her son: Robert V. Lutzke Jr., Manitowoc; her daughter: 
Judy Trippler, Manitowoc; her three grandchildren: Angela Trippler, Sara Trippler 
and Derek Trippler; her sister: Theresa Wachowski, Two Rivers; and her brother: 
Leonard Jaskolski, Two Rivers. Nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive. 
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother: Edward 
Jaskolski, Jr. 
Private burial of her cremated remains will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is serving the 
Lutzke family.
Herald Times Reporter, May 2003 


JOHN LYNCH

John Lynch, 67, a resident of Two Rivers for the last 19 years, died Saturday 
afternoon at the municipal hospital in that city where he had been a patient 
for several days. He had been in ill health for some time.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 8:30 o’clock from Klein & 
Stangel, Inc., funeral home and at 9 o’clock from St. Luke’s Catholic church. 
The Very Rev. Dean C. V. Hugo will officiate and interment will be in Holy 
Cross cemetery.
Lynch was born in Cook County, Ill., in 1871. He moved to Two Rivers in 1919 
when the Oeflein company built an addition to Plant One of the Aluminum Goods 
company. When the building was completed he took employment at the plant.
There are no immediate relatives.
The rosary will be said at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home at 8 o’clock 
tonight. The body may be viewed there until the time of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 12, 1938  P.9 


ELIZABETH LYONS

Elizabeth Lyons, 77, of Hamilton Memorial Home, died early Friday morning, 
January 20, at Hamilton Memorial Home.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officate (sic) with burial at Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Lyons was born March 25, 1906, at Nahma, Michigan, daughter of the late 
Albert and Margaret Hermans VanCalligan. She attended schools at Nahma. She 
married Francis Lyons Sr., on December 9, 1922. He preceded her in death 
September 13, 1973. Mrs. Lyons was a member of the altar society of St. Luke 
Catholic Church.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Francis Jr. and LaVerne Lyons 
and Mark and Elsiemae Lyons, both of Two Rivers; a daughter and a son-in-law, 
Marcelyn and Kenneth Kirchman of Two Rivers; three brothers, Raymond and Donald 
VanCalligan of Sheboygan, and Delor VanCalligan of San Diego, California; six 
grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a 
brother and a sister.
There will be no visitation at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, January 20, 1984
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(25 Mar 1906/Jan 1984/SSDI)


FRANCIS R. LYONS

Francis R. Lyons St., 70, of 1740-24th St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly at 
home Thursday afternoon.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels 
and at 11:30 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner 
officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Lyons was born March 15, 1903, at Laona, Wis., son of the late Oliver and 
Mary Lassard Lyons. When he was a boy the family brought him to Two Rivers. For 
more than 50 years he was employed at Hamilton Industries at Two Rivers, retiring 
in 1968. He was a member of former Troop C, 105th Cavalry, Wisconsin National 
Guard, after it was organized after World War I. He married Elizabeth Van Calligan 
Dec. 9, 1922.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Kenneth (Marcelyn) Kirchman, two sons, 
Francis Jr., and Mark, of Two Rivers; a brother, Norman, of Eau Claire; two 
sisters, Mrs. Vernon Olsen, of Wausau and Mrs. Joyce Everson, of Two Rivers, six 
grandchildren and one great grandchild.
There will be no visitation this Friday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, September 14, 1973 P. 3
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(15 Mar 1903/Sep 1973/SSDI)


LUCILLE LYONS

Dies At Hospital At Manitowoc, After Five Weeks’ Illness
After a five weeks illness, Mrs. Norman Lyons, 22 passed away early today at 
the hospital at Manitowoc. The deceased underwent two operations in the past 
few days. Burial will be from the St. Luke’s church at nine o’clock Saturday 
morning with burial in Two Rivers. Mrs. Lyons, nee Lucille Scheuer, the 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nic Scheuer, town of Mishicot, was born in that 
township May 17, 1907 and had received her education in the district school 
there. In 1926 she was married to Norman Lyons of this city who is a sergeant 
in Company E Wisconsin National Guard unit at Manitowoc. She was an employe 
of the Aluminum Goods Plant No. 1. 
Besides her husband and parents, she leaves five sisters, and one brother. 
They are Mrs. John Peterik, town of Mishicot, Mrs. Michael Schmidt, town of 
Two Rivers, Mrs. Arthur Stueck and Mrs. Emil Ellerman, this city, William 
Scheuer, town of Mishicot, and Mrs. Walter Hoffman of Manitowoc and Mrs. Peter 
Wimmer of Two Rivers. (sic-6 sisters listed?) 
Manitowoc Herald News, March 5, 1930  P.11
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FUNERAL ON SATURDAY 
The remains of Mrs. Norman Lyons, who died yesterday, may be viewed at the 
Jansky funeral home until Friday afternoon when they will be removed to the 
home of her sister, Mrs. Emil Ellermann, 2829 Forest avenue. Burial will be 
from there on Saturday morning and at nine o’clock from the St. Luke’s 
church.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 6, 1930  P.11
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The marriage of Miss Lucille Scheuer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nic Scheuer 
of Mishicot and Norman Lyons, son of Oliver Lyons, Eighteenth Street, took 
place at St. Luke's church at 8 o'clock Tuesday morning, Rev. C.V. Hugo 
officiating. Mrs. Walter Hoffman, Miss Violet Lyons, Walter Hoffman and 
Arthur Behrandt attended the couple at the altar.
A wedding breakfast was served to Thirty guests at the home of the bride's 
parents after the ceremony and the newlyweds left on a honeymoon trip. 
Mrs. Theresa Oswald of Hibbing, Minn., attended the wedding celebration.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Aug. 13, 1926


MARY LYONS

Dies at Family Home 
Mrs. Mary Lyons, wife of Oliver Lyons, died at her home at 1016 East 18th 
street early this morning at the age of thirty-six years. She is survived 
by her husband and five children, Francis who is married, lives in the city, 
Norman, Violet, Beatrice and Joyce live at home. The funeral will be held 
from St. Luke’s church Wednesday morning, at 9 with burial at Holy Cross 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 8, 1925  P.5
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(Mary Lyons/wife of Oliver Lyons/d. 7 June 1925/age 36 years/
from St. Lukes Annual 1925)


OLIVER PHILLIP LYONS

A heart stroke, suffered while listening to a baseball broadcast 
about 4:30 yesterday afternoon, brought death to Oliver P. Lyons, 
67, a resident of Two Rivers for the past 20 years.
Mr. Lyons, who retired from his job at the Eggers Manufacturing 
company about two years ago, had been about the city as usual 
yesterday and was apparently in good helath. In the afternoon he 
listened to the radio in the home of his daughter, Mrs. Vernon Olson, 
with whom he made his home. Late in the afternoon he slumped in his 
chair and the doctor who was called pronounced him dead.
Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 8:40 o'clock from 
the Jansky funeral home at Two Rivers and at 9 o'clock from St. Luke's 
Catholic church, with the Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo officiating. 
Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Olson, Mrs. Violet Behrendt, and 
Joyce at home; two sons, Francis of Two Rivers and Norman, who has 
been attending a CCC camp at Argyle, Wis.; two brothers, Andrew at 
Fairmont, Minn., and Jule of Lewiston, Idaho; and nine grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 9, 1939 P.9