GJERPEN CEMETERY OBITUARIES

HALVOR OLSEN

Halvor Olsen Aas, son of Ole Halvorsen, 
b 28 Nov 1810 Nordre Aas in Gjerpen, d 14 Jan 1892 bur Gjerpen. 
Lived at Nordre Aas. Immigrated 1856. Fanner in Cato. 
m 13 Sept 1832 Gjerpen to Maren, daughter of Simon Aslaksen, 
1 sisters m *Gunder Auensen and *Ole Madsen, 
b 2 Feb 1807 under Stulen in Gjerpen, d 2 Dec 1888 bur Gjerpen. 
Children: 
Anne Gurine b 10 April 1833, m *Thor Aslaksen; 
Ole b 31 Dec 1835; 
*Simen b 4 Oct 1838; 
*Karen b 16 April 1841; 
*Aslak b 12 Oct 1843; 
Inger Marie b 24 Oct 1847, m *Christian Jacobsen; 
*Christopher b 2 Dec 1851.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 88


OLE B. OLSEN

Name: Olsen, Ole B.
D.: 8/28/1878
B.:
Reg. D.: 4/15/1879
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 37 Yrs.
B.P.: Norway
D.P.: Tn. of Rapids
Cem.: Cato
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. A. O. Alfson
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death: Consumption
Pg. #: v.1 p.300
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(Note: Bob Domagalski sent me one that was from p.2 v.3)
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Ole Olsen Boe, b 1840 Norway, d 28 Aug 1878 Manitowoc Rapids of consumption, bur Gjerpen, 
"not a member of the congregation". 
?Immigrated 1861. 2nd lieutenant, Co. F, 15th Wis. Inf. 
?4th ward, Manitowoc 1870.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 189


ANTON OLSON

Anton Olson, 82, lifelong resident of the county, died Sunday 
afternoon at the farm home in the town of Manitowoc Rapids following 
a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. from the Wattawa, 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and at 2 p.m. from the Gjerpen Lutheran 
church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Olson was born in Manitwooc Rapids in 1860 and in 1893 married Miss 
Selma Johnson. She survives with two daughters, Mrs. Abner Halverson and 
Mrs. Hubert Harder of Manitowoc Rapids.
The body may be viewed after Tuesday noon at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 25, 1943 P.2
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Anton Gunelius Olson, son of *Ole Olsen Rundberg and Ingeborg Halvorsdatter, 
b 1 March 1860, d 24 Jan 1943. Farmer in Manitowoc Rapids. 
m 21 Oct 1893 Gjerpen to Selma Josefine, daughter of Johan Johannesson (or Larsson) and Maria, 
b 2 Dec 1870 bp Manitowoc County, d 6 Feb 1955. Manitowoc Rapids 1880. 
Children: 
Edna Mildred b 1 Nov 1895, d 19 April 1985 Manitowoc, m 8 Sept 1927 Manitowoc Rapids to Abner Halverson d 1978; 
Violet Sylvia b 30 Oct 1911.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 18


BABY OLSON

(no name)
Wisconsin Births and Christenings
Name	/
Gender	Male
Birth Date	1905
Birthplace	Rapids, Manitowoc Co.
Race	White
Father's Name	Anton Olson
Father's Birthplace	Rapids
Mother's Name	Selma Johnson
Mother's Birthplace	Rapids
"Wisconsin Births and Christenings, 1826-1926"


JOSEPHINE W. OLSON

From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years Ago - 1895  
Mrs. Riley Olson of Clark's Mills died on Friday of last week, aged 30 years. 
She was married in 1882 but for some years was an invalid. Never did a husband 
deal more tenderly with a sick wife than did her husband with her. Her comfort was 
his sole care. The domestic felicity of this couple, was such as to attract the admiration 
of their neighbors. Mrs. Olson was buried on Sunday last in the cemetery in southern 
Cato.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Apr. 22, 1920
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Josephine Wilhelmine Olsen
birth: 27 April 1865 Manitowoc Rapids,
death: 19 April 1895 Clarks Mills, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Cato
father: William Brown
mother: Johanna
spouse: Riley Olsen
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


JUUL OLSON

Juul Olsen Gulhaug, son of Ole Trondsen Hoyme and Berit Julsdatter, 
bp 14 Dec 1806 Vestre Slidre, d 15 Oct 1893 bur Gjerpen. Farmer at Gulhaug in Vestre Slidre 1830-1848. 
Immigrated 1848, declaration of intent same year. Farmer in Liberty. 
ml 18 Dec 1831 Vestre Slidre to Sigri, daughter of Knud Thoresen and Gor Thoresdatter, 
b 20 July 1814 Gulhaug, d 29 May 1833. 
m2 28 Oct 1834 Vestre Slidre to Berit, daughter of Even Knudsen Folken and Sigri Knudsdatter, 
brother *Knud, sister m *Thomas Olsen Helle, 
bp 10 Aug 1806 Vestre Slidre, d 10 Aug 1889 bur Gjerpen. 
Children: 
Berit b 5 Aug 1834, bur 18 Dec 1860; 
Sigrid b 5 March 1836, m *Gullik Iversen; 
Ole b 7 Sept 1838, d 22 Nov 1903 Brandon, Minnesota, pastor, m 1866 to Gustava Marie Gruda d 1889; 
Anne b 2 Dec 1840, m *Peder Pedersen Gjevre; 
Ambjor b 6 March 1843, m 5 July 1868 to Ole Narvesen; 
*Even b 18 Dec 1845; Knud b 6 Sept 1848 Port Washington, d 22 Sept 1848 Manitowoc Rapids, bur St James; 
Hanna Maria b 2 Oct 1854, m 15 March 1881 Valders to Knud son of *Ole K Gigstad, to Polk County, Minnesota.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 112, 113
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[Jul Olsen/11/1/1806 - 10/15/1893]


MARIT OLSON

Death here Sun. of Mrs. Stephen Olson after a short illness. The deceased 
was born 15 Oct. 1828 in Valders, Norway, and came to America in 1852. She 
leaves 5 children. Her funeral was held yesterday.
Der Nord Westen, 19 Feb. 1903
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[Marit Olsen/10/15/1828 - 2/15/1903]


RILEY OLSON

A stroke took the life of Riley Olson in Clarks Mills on Fri. 
Mr. Olson, widely known resident of our county, was born 55 yrs. 
ago in Valders, Norway, came to America and to Manitowoc County 
as a child and has lived here ever since. He allied himself with 
the Republican Party and has filled several offices. At the time 
of his death he was postmaster of Clarks Mills. He is survived 
only by a 14-yr. old daughter, his wife having preceded in death 
several years ago. The funeral was held Sun.
Der Nord Westen, 22 Mar. 1900
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DEATH OF RILEY OLSON
Riley Olson, well known throughout the county and for many years a resident 
of Clarks Mills, died very suddenly at his home last Friday morning. The 
Wednesday preceding he had been in the city and seemed in his usual health. 
He had called at two or three business offices and appeared to be as vigorous 
as ever. Thursday afternoon he was seized with what appeared to be an 
apoplectic stroke, and never rallied. He died early the following morning. The 
physicians stated the cause of his death was the bursting of a blood vessel in 
the brain.
Mr. Olson was an old resident of this county. Though he was born in Norway 
he came to this country when quite young, and soon after settling at Clarks Mills 
began to take an active interest in public affairs. Though never a politician he held 
a number of town and county offices, and always rendered excellent service. He 
was thoroughly respected by all who knew him and his sudden death has caused 
much sorrow among his acquaintances.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, March 22, 1900  pg. 8
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Reier Olsen (Riley Olson), son of Ole Reiersen and Ingeborg Torgersdatter, 
b 3 Nov 1846 Skattebo in Ostre Slidre, d 16 March 1900 bur Gjerpen. 
Immigrated 1867, declaration of intent 1868. Lived at Clarks Mills 1880-; merchant 1883. 
m 14 May 1883 Manitowoc County to Josephine Wilhelmine Auguste Brown, daughter of Wilhelm Brown and Johanna, 
b 27 April 1865 Manitowoc, d 19 April 1895 Clarks Mills. 
Child: 
Ida Johanna b 29 July 1884, d 9 Aug 1910 bur St Pauls, ward of Ole L. Erickson 1900, 
m 14 March 1906 St Pauls to Benjamin son of *Rasmus Hansen.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 211


SELMA OLSON

Mrs. Anton Olson, 84, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, died Sunday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Gjerpen 
Evangelical Lutheran Church. The Rev. A. B. Holland will officiate 
and burial will be in the church cemetery.
She was born Selma Johnson in Manitowoc Rapids in 1870 and in 1893 
was married to Anton Olson. They located on the homesteavd farm. Her 
husband died 12 years ago.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Abner Halerson of Rt. 1, Cato, Mrs. 
Hubert Harder of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
after Tuesday noon. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. 
Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 7, 1955   P. 15

STEPHEN OLSON

From the Files of the Pilot – Twenty-Five Years ago (1892) 
Stephan Olson of Cato died on Tuesday of this week somewhat suddenly. He was 73 years old at the time of his death. He was the founder of the Oslo Woolen Mills and had a grist mill at the same place. He was a traveler of large experience, having crossed the ocean five times. He settled in this county in 1846.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs, Mar. 15, 1917
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COUNTY HAD FIRST COLONY
Norwegian Settlements in the Northwest Were First Established Here
STEPHEN OLSON, FOUNDER
Prof. Veblen Tells of Early Days of Norwegians Here
Manitowoc County was the home of the first large Norwegian colony to locate in the Northwest and the settlement established by the pioneers in 1854 along the banks of the Manitowoc River in the towns of Liberty, Eaton and Cato is still retained by descendants, others having been but little, geographically. The very first settlement of Norwegians in the county was at Silver Lake but the community whose establishment marks the first history of that people in Manitowoc and in the Northwest, was at Valders, the name being adopted from the home county of the pioneers in their native land.
This interesting information was given in the address which was delivered before the Historical Society at the library Friday evening by Prof. Veblen who is in the county compiling records touching upon the pioneer Norwegians and their settlement. An audience of thirty attended the lecture which was a connected story of the immigration and settlement in this county. Stephen Olson Hellli was the founder and leader of the first settlement, said the speaker and he paid high tribute to the memory of the man, declaring that in the annals of Norwegian history of the Northwest, no man was entitled to a higher place in the estimation of Norwegians.
Mr. Olson came to this county in 1846, one of the very first Norwegians to settle here and two years later he returned to his native land and was accompanied on the return here by a large colony which was the founding of Valders. In 1852, Mr. Olson made a second trip to Norway and again returned with a following and it was this settlement which was the real founding of Norwegians in the Northwest. From 1848 to 1855 was the period of the important immigration to this county from Norway and among pioneers mentioned by the speakers, as the early settlers here were the Berges, Gigstads and the Obergs, the latter residents of this city.
Economic conditions, more than anything else was the cause of immigration form Norway said the speaker, who declared that a large majority of the early Norwegian settlers here were those who in Norway had owned their own lands and were in comfortable circumstances. The growth of the country had been greater than the development of resources. The early Norwegians were religious and the speaker declared that there was not many among the early settlers who was unable to read, though many could not write. The first church was established at Jerpen and Rev. Paul Anderson and Rev. Ottosen were the pioneer ministers. Prof. Veblen told of the personal experiences of Prof. Larsen, later President of Luther College, who was engaged in the pioneer work here.
Mr. Veblen said that many of the Norwegians today are not known by their proper names, a fact which he said was due to changes made when the pioneers secured naturalization papers in early days. The court officials in many cases were unable to pronounce the name or spell it and frequently a change would be made which gave the citizen a name different from that which he was known in Norway. The speaker gave an interesting explanation of the system of adopting names of Norwegians. An interesting statement of Prof. Veblen was that Norwegians in their native country are land owners, even small farmers being possessor of his own property which is handed down to the son and remains in possession of the family. The son may always claim title to the property, the parent having no right to dispose of it. Valders, the community from which the large majority of Norwegians of Manitowoc County came, is a settlement of 17,000 and in the United States there are more than 25,000 who trace their nativity to that place.
Prof. Veblen, in conclusion told of the movement that is on to preserve records of Norwegian settlements in the United States and expressed the hope that some time in the immediate future this work might be advanced to preparation of a history that would take its place with that of other countries and nations. Prof. Veblen is a charming speaker and his audience enjoyed the meeting. Emil Raensch,, president, tendered the thanks of the society.
Manitowoc Daily Herald – Apr. 11, 1908
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Stephen Olsen, son of Ole Thomasen and Marit Stephensdatter, brothers *Thomas and *Ole, sister *Berit, 
b 2 Nov 1818 Nedre Helle in Vang, d 16 March 1892 bur Gjerpen. Immigrated 1846. 
Bought land in Cato and Liberty in 1849. Manitowoc Rapids 1850; carpenter: 
Maple Grove 1853, Manitowoc 1860; miller, Cato 1870 1875; carpenter, Manitowoc 1880 1885. 
m 6 Jan 1853 Gjerpen to Marit, daughter of Nils Haaversen and Turi Eriksdatter, 
brothers *Erik, *Nils, *John, sisters *Barbara and Turi 
m *Johannes Tollefsen, b 15 Oct 1828 Felchen in Vestre Slidre, d 15 Feb 1903 bur Gjerpen. 
Immigrated 1852. Farm in Cato 1895 1900. 
Children: 
Marit b 13 April 1854 bp Gjerpen, d 10 March 1862; 
Turine b 20 Sept 1855 bp Manitowoc, d 23 Feb 1862 bur Gjerpen; 
Ole b 1 March 1859 bp Manitowoc, d 1936, m 26 June 1901 Gjerpen to Birgitte Amalia daughter of *John Gundersen; 
*Nils Edvard b 9 Jan 1863 bp Gjerpen; 
Trine Marie b 28 March 1864 bp Gjerpen, bur 22 Aug 1938 Evergreen; 
Stephen Thorvald b 29 March 1866, bur 13 June 1936 Evergreen; 
Martha Johanna b 2 May 1869, d 8 Nov 1945 bur Evergreen. (photo in Ristad p.5)
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 217
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[1818 - 3/16/1892]

OLSON TWINS

Mr. and Mrs. John Olson are mourning the loss of their twin boys, after a 
short illness with pneumonia. Interment took place Sunday at the Jerpen 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, April 6, 1905 P. 1
NOTE:  April 2, 1905 was on a Sunday (buried).


SALVE OSUESON

Death of 75-yr. old Samuel Olufsen, a veteran of the Civil War 
and a member of the local G.A.R. Post, died Tues. last week at 
his home in Town Manitowoc Rapids.
Der Nord Westen, 11 May 1905
(Note: Death index indicates this is the same person)
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(Order for Proof of Will).
STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.
In the matter of the estate of Salve Osofson (sic), deceased. In Probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of Salve Osofson 
of the town of Manitowoc Rapids, in said county, having been delivered into said court:
And David Sheldon, of said town of said County, having presented to said Court his petition 
in writing duly verified, representing, among other things, that said Salve Osofson died testate, 
at said town of Manitowoc Rapids, in said County, on the 5th (sic) day of May, 1905; that 
said Instrument is the Last Will of said deceased and that David Sheldon is named therein as 
executor, and praying that said Instrument be proven and admitted to Probate and that letters 
testamentary be thereon issued, to him David Sheldon.
It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of said Last Will 
and Testament be taken, at a Special term of said County Court, to be held at the Probate office 
in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 20th day of June, 1905, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further Ordered: That ntoice of the time and place of said hearing be given by publication 
hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the time of said hearing, in the 
Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper published in said Manitowoc county.
Dated May 22, 1905.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Hougen & Brady Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, June 8, 1905 P. 8
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Salve Osufsen, son of "Osuf Thorbjemsen and Gunild Torjusdatter, 
b 2 Feb 1831 Austad Parish in Bygland, d 1 May 1905 bur Gjerpen. 
Immigrated 1851, declaration of intent 1855. Farmer in Manitowoc Rapids. 
Co. F, 15th Wis. Inf. 
m 18 Oct 1861 Manitowoc Rapids to Anne, daughter of *Salve Alfsen and Tarand Tallaksdatter, 
b 8 June 1837, d 18 Sept 1921. 
Children: 
Salve b 23 Jan 1862 (father Bjergu Olsen in Norway), m 9 March 1896 Manitowoc to Rosa Hartwig; 
*Asuf b 3 Feb 1866; 
*Thorbjem b 14 July 1867; 
Julia Thurine b 10 Dec 1868; 
Theodor b 29 June 1870, d 1946; 
Gunhild (Matilda) b 8 Jan 1872, m *Joseph Halvorson; 
Ole b 4 Aug 1873, d 24 April 1889; 
Anne Tomine b 4 July 1875, m *Peter Peterson; 
Alvine Christine b 24 Aug 1877, m *Oscar Wrolsen; 
Emma Enanda b 31 March 1879, m *Herman Lenz.
(Falge 2:285)
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 218


ANNA OSULSON

RAPIDS PIONER (sic) DIES SUNDAY AT ADVANCED AGE, 83
Mrs. Anna, widow of Sam Osulson, pioneer resident of the town of 
Manitowoc Rapids, died yesterday morning at the age of eighty-three 
years, suffering in late years with ailments incidental to old age. 
The decedent was born in Norway June 8, 1838, and came to this 
country with her parents about sixty years ago. Five children survive 
her, they are: Thomas, Samuel and Theodore Osulson, and Mrs. Oscar 
Wrolson, all of the town of Rapids and Mrs. O. Whaley a resident of 
South Dakota. Besides this seven grand children also survive. The 
funeral will be held at Jerpen, Wednesday afternoon, Rev. White 
officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, September 19, 1921 P.1
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[Anna Osulfson/June 8, 1838/Sept. 18, 1921]
(in front of Osufson stone)

AUGUSTA OSULSON

(Order to Hear Petition for Administration.)
STATE OF WISCONSIN, Manitowoc County Court. In Probate.
In the matter of the Estate of Gusta (sic) Osulson, deceased, intestate.
On reading and filing the petition of Osol Osulson, of the town of Manitowoc Rapids, in said county, representing among other things that Gusta Osulson, an inhabitant of said county, on the 7th day of March, A.D. 1910, at said town of Manitowoc Rapids, died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is the husband of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Theodore Osulson granted.
It is Ordered, that said petition be heard at a general term of said County Court to be held on Tuesday, the 10th day of December, A.D., 1912, at 10 o'clock A.M. at the office of the County Judge, in the City of Manitowoc, in said county.
Ordered further, that notice of the time and place so appointed, be given to all persons interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at the City of Manitowoc in said County.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 12th day of November A.D. 1912.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
G.A.Forrest, Atty.
Manitowoc Pilot, November 28, 1912 P. 4

HANNAH OSULSON

DEATH CLAIMS WELL KNOWN MADSEN WOMAN
Mrs. Thomas Osulson, a well known resident of Madsen, died at her 
home there yesterday at the age of 40 years, death following an 
illness of some days. Decedent is survived by her husband, father, 
E. Halverson, one sister, Mrs. M. Udenby, of Manvel, N.D.; and one 
brother, Joseph Halverson, of Clarks Mills.
The funeral will probably be held ????? afternoon from the Jerpen
?????.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, February 24, 1916 P.8
(Note: She is the wife of Thomas on the 1900 census. The date on
the tombstone matches the date in the cem. record)


LYDIA OSULSON

WOMAN DIES AT MILWAUKEE
A message received here this morning brought news of the death of Miss Lydia 
Asulson (sic), former Manitowoc county resident, at Milwaukee where she made 
her home with her sister Florence Osulson, the two having located in that city 
several years ago. The body of Miss Osulson will be brought here for burial, 
arriving here Saturday afternoon. Funeral services will be held from the Jerpen 
church Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock.
Miss Osulson was 25 years of age and a daughter of the late Osul Osulson, a 
pioneer of the county. The family formerly resided at Cato.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 14, 1924  P. 2
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Remains of Lydia Osulson Laid to Rest
The body of the late Lydia Osulson arrived here Saturday and was taken to 
Pfeffer’s undertaking parlors, the funeral being held yesterday at Jerpen. 
Miss Florence Osulson a sister and Miss Leila Meany accompanied the remains 
from Milwaukee.
Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Kellner and George Dale of Milwaukee were here for the 
funeral.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 17, 1924  P. 3

ORIN DOYLE OSULSON

Notes from Madsen
Orin Doyle Osulson, aged 15 years, died at the sanitarium at Whitelaw, August 6. Funeral service was held Aug. 8, at Jerpen Church, Rev. White officiating. He was a son of the late Osul and Augusta Osulson of Manitowoc Rapids, being left an orphan at the age of 12 and together with his younger brother was taken to the orphan's home at Wittenberg, Wis. Last winter he was taken sick and was taken to St. Thomas Hospital at Minneapolis for treatment and this spring arrived here to enter the sanitarium of this county where he was until death released him of all pain and sorrow and he entered the home above. He is survived by two sisters and two brothers.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Aug. 15, 1918
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*Note: He was placed here because his parents are here.

OSUL OSULSON

Osul Osulson, son of *Salve Osufsen and Anne Salvesdatter, 
b 3 Feb 1866 bp Manitowoc County, d 9 May 1915 bur Gjerpen. Farmer in Manitowoc Rapids. 
m 10 June 1896 Manitowoc to Gusta Oliva Thomine, daughter of *Kittel Gjeruldsen and Thea Olsdatter, 
b 13 Nov 1878 bp Gjerpen, d 7 March 1910. 
Children: 
Archibald Thomas Llewallyn b 9 Oct 1896; 
Jessie Olydia b 15 Sept 1898; 
Ethel Florence b 1 Nov 1900; 
Orvin Doyle b 25 May 1903; 
Orin Sylvester b 3 Nov 1905. 
(Falge 2:285)
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 192


TERKEL OSULSON

Terkel Osulsen, probably son of *Osul Terkelsen and Asche Christensdatter, 
b 6 or 16 June 1827 Norway, d 22 July 1892 Manitowoc Rapids. From Tveit. Immigrated 1850. 
Farmer in Manitowoc Rapids. Co. A, 17th Wis. Inf. 
m Severine, daughter of Paulus Sloggedal, 
b 27 July 1830 Christiansand, d 16 Nov 1910 bur Gjerpen. 
Children: 
Azelia Christine b 8 Feb 1851, home baptism in Missouri, m *Joe Guttormsen; 
Sarah b 9 ?Jan 1853 Missouri, bur 1864; 
Otto b 19 Jan 1855 bp Gjerpen; 
Petronelle Marie b 16 July 1857, bur 1864; 
Peter Nicolay b 27 Sept 1859, bur 1864; 
Syvert Christian b 22 Feb 1862, bur 1864; 
Sarah b 12 April 1866; 
Petter Nicholaus b 12 Oct 1868; 
Syvert Christian b 15 May 1871, m 25 June 1902 Gjerpen to Osine Magrethe daughter of *Ole Knutson.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 235
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[Osulsen]


THEODORE OSULSON

Theodore Osulson, 76, of Manitowoc Rapids died in this city yesterday 
morning following a short illness.
He was born in 1870 and operated a farm in the town of Rapids. He never 
married. 
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral home and at 2 p.m. at Gjerpen church, the Rev. N. A. 
Beerntson (sic) officiating.  Burial will take place in the adjoining 
cemetery. 
Friends may call at the funeral home from Tuesday noon until services 
Wednesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, February 18, 1946  P. 2
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[Theodore Osuldson/6/29/1870 - 2/17/1946]


THOMAS OSULSON

Thomas Osulson, Rapids Farmer, Dies At Age 66
Thomas Osulson, 66, farmer of the town of Manitowoc Rapids, died Sunday. 
Burial will be Wednesday at 1 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home and at 2 p.m. from the Gjerpen church with interment in the 
adjoining cemetery.
The deceased was born on a farm in Rapids and always resided in the 
township. He was married 40 years to Hanna Engebret who died 18 years ago. 
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Gordon Halwacha, Manitowoc Rapids, where Mr. 
Osulfson resided, two brothers, Theo and Samuel of Manitowoc Rapids and a 
sister, Mrs. Julia Whaley of South Dakota.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the hour of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 9, 1934  P. 2
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Thomas Osulson (bp Thorbjorn), son of *Salve Osufsen and Anne Salvesdatter, 
b 14 July 1867 bp Manitowoc County, d 7 AprlI1934. Farmer in Cato. 
m 15 Dec 1891 Branch to Hannah Karoline, daughter of *Engebret Halvorsen and Anne Elisabeth Jacobsdatter, 
b 9 Dec 1875 bp Manitowoc County, d 23 Feb 1916 bur Gjerpen. 
Child: 
Silvia Gertrud b 13 Feb 1916, d 23 Jan 1992 Manitowoc, m 9 Oct 1948 Manitowoc to Nicklaus J. Lambries.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 235
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(in front of Osufson stone)


RANDALL R. OTTO

A 10-year-old boy was killed Tuesday afternoon when the bicycle he 
was riding was struck from the rear by an automobile seven miles 
west of the city on a Town of Cato road. 
Dead was Randall R. Otto, son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Otto, of Rt. 1, 
Manitowoc.
...paragraphs describing accident and about traffic fatalities...
Randall was born Jan. 6, 1955, at Manitowoc, son of Roy and Lorraine Bennin 
Otto. He had completed fourth grade at Valders Grade School this spring He 
was also a Sunday school student. 
(Turn to Page 2-M, Col. 2/page 12 in the archives)
Surviving besides the parents are a sister, (private), three brothers,
(private) maternal grandmother, Mrs. Leona Bennin, of Manitowoc and paternal
grandfather, Alfred Otto, of Kiel.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders,
the Rev. Robert Onkka officiating. Burial will be in Gjerpen Church
Cemetery.
Friends may call at Farley Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. Thursday
until 11:30 a.m. Friday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, July 7, 1965 , P. 1-12

RONALD OTTO

Ronald Allen Otto, 19, of Route 1, Manitowoc, died Saturday morning in Marinette County following an accident. Funeral services will be 11 am Tuesday in Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery.
Mr. Otto was born Feb. 18, 1959 in Manitowoc, son of Roy and Lorraine Bennin Otto. He was graduated from Valders High School and employed with Weyerhauser Co. of Manitowoc.
Survivors include his parents, four brothers, a twin brother, Donald and Daniel, Scott and Steven and two sisters, Cindy and Brenda, at home; paternal grandfather, Alfred Otto of Kiel and maternal grandmother, Mrs. Leona Bennin of New Holstein.
Friends may call in the Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 4 pm to 9 pm Monday and in the church from 9:30 am Tuesday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Sunday, Oct. 22, 1978 - page 3
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[Ronald Otto/2/8/1959 - 10/21/1978/cremation on 2]


STEVEN OTTO

Steven Otto, age 38, of 115 So Custer Street, Brillion, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton. 
Steven was born August 22, 1972, in Manitowoc, son of Roy Otto and the late Lorraine (Bennin) Otto. He was a graduate of Reedsville High School with the class of 1991. Steve enjoyed hunting, fishing, cutting wood and spending time with his precious daughter Raine. Steve started his career helping local farmers. He then was employed by Krueger Lumber Co. and various pallet companies. He was presently employed at Ariens of Brillion. 
Survivors include his father and step mother, Roy and Diane Otto, Manitowoc; one daughter: Raine Otto, Brillion; his special friend: Michelle Ebert, Brillion; brothers and sisters: Cindy Otto, Donald Otto, Daniel (Kathy) Otto, all of Manitowoc; Scott Otto, Valders; and Brenda Otto, Brillion. Nieces, nephews other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lorraine Otto; and brothers: Randall Otto and Ronald Otto. 
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 6, 2011, at the Eagle's Club of Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Kay Richter. Steve will be cremated at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and he will be laid to rest at Gjerpen Cemetery, town of Cato, Monday, August 8, 2011. 
The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday at the Eagle's Club from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  August 3, 2011
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Steven Otto, age 38, of 115 So. Custer Street, Brillion, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 6, 2011 at the Eagle’s Club of Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Kay Richter. Steve will be cremated at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc and he will be laid to rest at Gjerpen Cemetery, town of Cato, on Monday, August 8, 2011. 
The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday at the Eagle’s Club from 10:00 am until 10:45 am.
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 2011

ANNA MARIE PAULSON

DIED.
At her home in Manitowoc Rapids, on Thursday Oct. 22 after a lingering 
illnes, Anna M. Paulson aged 49 years and 11 months.
The deceased was the wife of Iver Paulson Esq. and was with her husband 
among the early settlers of that town. She came to that town in 1854 and 
was married the same year. She leaves surviving her, a sorrowing husband 
and eight children most of whom are grown up. The funeral took place from 
the Oslo church last Sunday.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, October 27, 1885 P.3

ARTHUR PAULSON

Arthur Christian Paulson, 83, of New York City was discovered dead in his room at the YMCA Club there Tuesday morning. He had died in his sleep. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Monday at Berge Funeral Home, Valders. The REv. Robert Onkka, pastor of Gjerpen Evangelical Lutheran Church, will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Paulson was born in Manitowoc Rapids, Nov. 8, 1877, son of Iver and Marie Jacobson Paulson. He never married. for the past 42 years he had lived in New York City where he was an import broker and the owner of a telephone exchange service. he was also an inventor and held patents on a number of items.
Surviving are a sister, Miss Pauline Paulson of Glendale, Calif.; two nephews, Walter and Ralph Paulson of Manitowoc and a niece, Mrs. Roy Nelson of Rt. 4, Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 pm Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Sat., Nov. 12, 1960 - page M9 
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[11/8/1877 - 11/8/1960] 

ELI PAULSON

Mr. Eli Paulson, 86, retired Cato farmer and nurseryman, died Saturday 
morning at his home in the village of Valders.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Gjerpen Lutheran 
church, the Rev. Norman Beernsten officiating.
He was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 1864 and in 1895 married Miss Mary 
Peterson.  They located on the homestead farm in Cato.  She died in 1916.  
In 1928 he married Mrs. Christina Torrison.  She survives with two sons, 
Walter and Ralph of Manitowoc; daughter, Mrs. Roy Nelson of Cato, three 
brothers, Theodore and Norman of Manitowoc Rapids and Arthur of New 
York City; sister Pauline of Los Angeles; six grandchildren and four great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Berge funeral home, Valders, after Monday noon.  
The casket will be moved to the church at 11 a.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Saturday, January 20, 1951  pg. 2-M
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 [1864 - 1/20/1951]


IVER PAULSON

Death Message Calls Another Old Settler
Iver Paulson aged 77 years another of Manitowoc's pioneers died at
his home at Manitowoc Rapids, on Saturday morning after an illness
of long duration. Decedent had been a resident of this county for 
over half a century and was well known throughout the state in marine
circles generally by reason of his connection with the ship building
industry which at the time was one of the leading occupations. He 
was born in Norway coming here in the early fifties. In 1860 he 
retired from this business and purchased a farm at the Rapids where
he continued to reside until his death. Six children survive to 
mourn his loss.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, March 1, 1904  p.1
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Death Sat., after a long illness, of Manitowoc Rapids resident 
Iver Paulson at age 77. The deceased, who was born in Norway, 
came to Manitowoc County at the beginning of the 50's. He 
leaves 6 children.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Mar. 1904
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Iver Paulsen, son of Paul Iversen and Anne Chistine, 
b 14 Oct 1826 Kragere, d 27 Feb 1904 bur Gjerpen. 
Immigrated 1853. Manitowoc 1857; farmer in Manitowoc Rapids 1860-.
m 29 Nov 1857 Manitowoc County to Anne Marie, daughter of Jacob Clausen and Ingeborg Marie Amundsdatter, 
brother *Amund Jergen Jacobsen, 
b 1 Nov 1835 Hafsund in Bamble, d 22 Oct 1885 bur Gjerpen. Immigrated 1856. 
Children: 
Julie Anne b 24 Dec 1858 bp Manitowoc, d 14 Oct 1873; 
Christiane Cecilie b 27 Sept 1860, d 15 June 1880; 
Iverdine Marie b 4 April 1862, m *Lawrence Hoyer; 
*Jacob Elai b 12 April 1864; 
Theodor b 14 March 1866, d 1955; 
Theresia b 14 March 1866, d 1944; 
Pauline Dorthea b 17 July 1868; 
Minna Claudine b 5 Dec 1870, d 1873 bur Evergreen; 
Oskar Peder bp 1872; 
Julie Minette b 8 May 1875, ?same as Julie A. Paulson 1874-1875 bur Evergreen; 
Christian Arthur b 8 Nov 1877, d 1960; 
John Norman b 6 July 1880, d 1959.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 97
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[10/14/1827 - 2/27/1904]


MARIE PAULSON

DEATH TAKES WELL KNOWN CATO WOMAN
Mrs. J.E. Paulson, succumbs to Illness of Several Weeks
Mrs. J.E. Paulson, a well known resident of the town of Cato, died 
at her home there Wednesday night, aged 43. Mrs. Paulson had been 
ailing since early winter, a cold ?????g developed complications 
that cuased her death.
Mrs. Paulson was a daughter of Peter Peterson, of Liberty, and was 
born in that town. Besides her husband, three children, Walter, 
Myrtle and Ralph survive. Her aged father also survives.
Funeral services will be held from the late home at 1:30 Friday 
afternoon, the Rev. Alfson officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 27, 1916 P.1
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Miss Pauline Paulson and Norman Paulson returned to Chicago after 
attending the funeral of Mr. (sic) J.E. Paulson Friday afternoon. 
Mrs. J.E. Paulson is survived by two brothers, Nels Peterson of 
Liberty, and Peter Peterson of this city, and also two sisters, 
Mrs. Theodore Madson, and Louise Peterson, both of Madson Station. 
The funeral was from the Paulson home and the services were read 
by Rev. Alfson, Jerpen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, February 1, 1916 P.3
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[4/6/1872 - 1/25/1916] 


NORMAN PAULSON

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Gjerpen Lutheran Chuch, 
Town of Cato. The Rev. Jerry Moe will officiate and burial will be in 
the church cemetery. 
Mr. Paulson was born July 6, 1880 in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son 
of the late Iver and Marie Jacbson Paulson. He farmed in the township 
all his life and was a member of Gjerpen Church.
Survivors include a brother, Arthur, of New York City and a sister, 
Miss Pauline Paulson, of the State of California.
Friends may call at Berge Funeral Home, Valders, until 11 a.m. Thursday 
when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state until the hour 
of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, August 5, 1959  P. 15
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[Norman John/7/6/1880 - 8/4/1959]


THEODORE PAULSON

Theodore Paulson, 88, of Route 1, Manitowoc, a retired Manitowoc 
County farmer, died Tuesday at Manitowoc Memorial Hospital after 
a lingering illness.
A native of the town of Manitowoc Rapids, he was born Mar. 14, 1866, 
a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Iver Paulson, pioneer residents of 
the area.
Mr. Paulson, a bachelor, spent his entire life on the homestead farm, 
six miles northeast of Valders. 
Survivors are two brothers, Arthur, of New York City, and Norman, of 
Manitowoc, and a sister, Miss Pauline D. Paulson, of Los Angeles, Calif.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Gjerpen Lutheran 
Church near Valders, from 2 p.m. Thursday until 11 a.m. Friday, and at 
the church from noon until the hour of services.
Sheboygan Press, Wednesday, February 9, 1955  P. 6
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Theodore Paulson, 88, a lifelong resident of the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, 
died Tuesday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Gjerpen Lutheran Church.  
The Rev. A.B. Holland will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Paulson was born March 14, 1866, and spent his life farming in the Town of 
Manitowoc Rapids.  He never married.
Survivors include two brothers, Arthur of New York City and Norman of 
Manitowoc, and a sister, Pauline D. Paulson of Los Angeles, Calif.
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 2 p.m. Thursday 
until 11 a.m. Friday when the body will be moved to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Wednesday, February 9, 1955  pg. T-7


TRESSIE PAULSON
  
Miss Therisa Paulson, 78, lifelong resident of the county, died last night 
at the farm home in Manitowoc Rapids, where she made her home with 
two brothers.
Miss Paulson was born in the town where she spent her life in 1866. She 
is survived by four brothers, Theodore and Norman, on the home farm, Eli 
of Cato and Arthur of New York city; and a sister, Miss Pauline Paulson of 
Los Angeles, Cali.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Berge funeral 
home in Valders and at 2 o'clock at the Gjerpen Lutheran church. Burial will 
be in the cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from noon Tuesday until the 
hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 16, 1944 P.2
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[1866 - 12/15/1944] 


AGNES O. PEDERSON

Mrs. Agnes O. Pederson, 89, of Valders, died Friday afternoon, April 9, at the home of her 
son and daughter-in-law.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Oz Twedt 
and Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery.
Mrs. Pederson was born Feb. 18, 1893, in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late Knut and 
Carrie Knutson. She attended Madsen School. She was married to Clarance N. Pederson, Oct. 19, 1916, 
at Gjerpen Church. Mrs. Pederson was a member of Gjerpen church ladies aid where she held various 
offices, charter member of Gjerpen Homemakers and Faith Lutheran A.L.C.W.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Ilene Pederson of Route 1, Cato and three 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1958, a son Holm in 1967 and two brothers.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and at the church 
Monday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. 
Herald Times Reporter, Apr. 10, 1982  P. 3
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(18 Feb. 1893/Apr. 1982/SSDI) 
[2/18/1893 - 4/9/1982]


ARNDT C. PEDERSON

Funeral services for Arndt Cornelius Pederson, 68 who died at his 
town of Cato home Tuesday, will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Berge 
funeral home in Valders and 2 p.m. at the Gjerpen church. Burial 
will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Pederson is survived by his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Norbert Kustka 
of Manitowoc; two sons, Arndt of Valders and Russell of Cato; three 
sisters, Mrs. A. J. Griffin of route 4, Manitowoc, Mrs. Oscar Halverson 
of route 4, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Albert Tostenson of route 4, Manitowoc; 
three brothers, Oscar of Tigerton, Clarence of Cato and Hiram of route 
4, Manitowoc; and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from Thursday noon until time of 
services. The casket will not be opened in church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, October 26, 1949  P. 2
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[Arndt Cornelius/1/19/1881 - 10/25/1949]


CLARENCE N. PEDERSON

Clarence Pederson, 60, of Rt. 1, Cato, died early Wednesday morning at his farm 
home. He had been ill for some time.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Gjerpen Lutheran Church, the Rev. Jerry 
? Moe officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Burial will be in the adjoining 
cemetery.
He was born Sept. 13, 1888, in the Town of Cato, son of the late Halvor and Karen 
Madson Pederson. He married the former Agnes Knutson at the Gjerpen Church Sept. 
19, 1916, and settled on the homestead farm. He was a member of the Farm Bureau, a 
life member of the church in which he held numerous offices, a member of the Town of 
Cato school board of District 12 for nine years and supervisor of the Town of Cato for 
nine years.
Surviving are his wife; two sons, Holm and Donald at home; twin brother, Hiram of Rt. 
4, Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Anna Griffen, Mrs. Oscarl Halverson and Mrs. Albert 
Tostenson or Rt. 1, Manitowoc; and a number of nieces and nephews. Three brothers 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. Friday until 10:30 
Saturday morning when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state from 11 a.m. 
until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 5, 1958 P.18

DONALD C. PEDERSON

Donald C. Pederson, age 83, of 12508 CTH JJ, Cato, died early Monday morning, June 23, 2003 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Robert Bleeke with burial to follow at Gjerpen Cemetery, Cato. Don was born on Jan. 19, 1920 in the town of Cato, the son of the late Clarence and Agnes Knutson Pederson. He graduated from Valders High School with the class of 1937. On Feb. 24, 1962 Don married the former Ilene Dedering at St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel. Don was a lifelong resident of the town of Cato. He was a dairy farmer for many years in the town of Cato. He was a charter member of Lake to Lake Corporation. Don was also a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Survivors include his wife: Ilene, Cato; three sons: Daniel Pederson, Fond du Lac; James Pederson, Cato; Robert (Susan) Pederson, Manitowoc; one granddaughter: Taylor; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Ernest and Betty Kandler, Oshkosh. Don was also preceded in death by one brother: Holm Pederson. The family will greet relatives and friends from 5 until 8 p.m. on Tuesday (TONIGHT), June 24, 2003 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The visitation will continue on Wednesday June 25, 2003 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. He had many loves among them were his family and sports. Especially bowling, horseshoes and fishing.

HALVER PEDERSON HOLM

Halver Peterson
birth: 1851 Norway
death: 26 August 1904 Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Jerpen
residence: 1904 Cato
spouse: Carrie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


HOLM PEDERSON

Holm Pederson, 50, of Rt. 1, Cato, died Sunday evening at Deaconess 
Hospital, Milwaukee. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in 
Gjerpen Cemetery.
Mr. Pederson was born July 8, 1917, in the Town of Cato, son of the 
late Clarence Pederson and Mrs. Agnes Knutson Pederson. He attended 
Valders High School and Manitowoc County Teachers College and taught 
in Manitowoc County graded schools five years. For 25 years he worked 
as an electrician. He was a former superintendent of the Gjerpen Church 
Sunday School.
Survivors include the mother and a brother, Donald, of Rt. 1, Cato, and 
two nephews. 
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, until noon 
Wednesday and at the church until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 26, 1967 P. 11


ILENE E. PEDERSON

Ilene E. Pederson, age 81, of 12508 Cty. Rd. JJ, Cato died Sunday, May 27, 2012 
at Aurora Medical Center Manitowoc County, Two Rivers.
Ilene was born June 26, 1930 in Town of Schleswig, daughter of the late William and 
Erma (Luloff) Dedering. She was a graduate of Kiel High School, Class of 1948. On 
February 24, 1962 she married Donald Pederson at St. Peter UCC in Kiel. He preceded 
her in death on June 23, 2003
Ilene worked at Lake to Lake, Shady Lane Nursing Home and help run the family farm. 
She was a member of the Women’s Quilters and an active member of Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. Ilene enjoyed her grandchildren, gardening and raising chickens.
Survivors include her three sons and one daughter-in-law: Daniel Pederson, Fond du Lac; 
James Pederson, Cato; Robert and Susan Pederson, Valders; two granddaughters: Taylor 
and Kristin; one sister: Betty Kandler, Oshkosh; two nieces and a nephew: Karen Overton, 
Renata Bacon and Ken Kandler, all of Oshkosh. She is further survived by other relatives 
and friends. Ilene was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law: Holm Pederson and Ernest 
Kandler.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at Faith Lutheran 
Church, Valders. Officiating at the services will be the Rev. Kay Richter with burial at Gjerpen 
Cemetery, Cato.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. 
until 11:15 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church.
The Christianson and Deja Funeral Home, Valders is assisting the Pederson family with 
funeral arrangements.
Expressions of sympathy may be extended to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com.
The family wishes to send a special Thank You to Dr. Theobald and the Aurora Medical 
Center Manitowoc County for their compassionate care and support given to Ilene and 
her family. 
Online Obituary.

JUNETTE C. PEDERSON

Junette C. Pederson, age 84, a resident of Riverwood Estates, Manitowoc, died on Wednesday morning, March 2, 2011, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc.
She was born on June 13, 1926, in the town of Newton, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Edmund and Linda (Pleuss) Vogt. Her parents died when she was 11 and then an aunt and uncle, Karl and Laurine (Vogt) Schramm, adopted her. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church at Newtonburg and was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1943. On May 14, 1947, she married Russell E. Pederson at Valders. They farmed in the town of Cato until 1991. Russell preceded her in death on Jan. 8, 1991. Junette was employed at the Manitowoc County Farm Bureau/Rural Insurance for six years and at Lake to Lake/Land O’Lakes for almost 20 years as executive secretary, retiring in 1991. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and active in FLCW, Altar Guild, funeral committee, was a Stephen Minister and was also a 50-year member of HCE of Manitowoc County.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law: Ronald and Cindy Pederson, rural Valders, Thomas and Sylvia Pederson, Olive Branch, Miss.; a daughter and son-in-law: Rita and Peter Holst, rural Chilton; a grandson: Peter (Christine) Goetsch, rural Chilton; five granddaughters: Becky (Craig) Blanke, Manitowoc, Mitzi (Chuck) Roberts, Angel (David) Lindsey, Lisa Pederson and her fiance Kaleb Rogers, all of Mississippi, Tina Holst, Chilton; nine great-grandchildren: Christian, Kaitlyn, Landyn and Addison Lindsey, Haleigh and Chase Roberts, all of Miss., Malachi Blanke, Manitowoc, Conner and Hannah Goetsch, Chilton; two sisters and a brother-in-law: Carolyn Schmidt, Chilton, Audrey and Dick Sauve, Arbor Vitae, Wis.; and a brother and sister-in-law: William H. and Bernice Schramm, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by her father-in-law and mother-in-law: Cornelius and Pearl Pederson; an infant sister: Donna Marie: and two sisters-in-law and four brothers-in-law: Arndt and Julia Pederson, Violet and Norbert Kustka, H.H. Schmidt and Harold Krauss.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 5, 2011, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Brian Staude, with burial in Gjerpen Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 9 a.m., Saturday, March 5, 2011, until 10:45 a.m. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to Faith Lutheran Church or your favorite charity.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 3, 2011

PEARL PEDERSON

Mrs. Pearl A. Pederson, 86, of Rt. 1 cato, died Monday evening at 
her residence.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate with burial in Gjerpen 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Pederson, nee Pearl Fehring, was born Dec. 1, 1889, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Emil and Althea Jackson Fehring. She was graduated 
from West Side High School in 1907 and was a teacher in rural Antigo 
schools, Madison School and River Bend School at Clarks Mills. She was 
married to A. Cornelius Pederson Sept. 8, 1913, in Indiana. She was 
former clerk of Madsen School, past president of Gjerpen Ladies Aid and 
former leader of Jolly Workers 4-H Club for 16 years.
Survivors include two sons, Arndt, of Rt. 1, Cato and Russell, of Rt. 1, 
Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Norbert (Violet) Kustka, of Rt. 1, Cato; 
four sisters, Mrs. Olive Watts, of Oak Lawn, Ill., Mrs. Ruth Ashton, of 
Minneapolis, Minn., Mrs. Edna Laake, of Milwaukee and Mrs. Viola Caine, 
of Chicago, Ill., nine grandchidlren and three great grandchildren. Her 
husband, a brother and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 6 to 
9 p.m. Thursday. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's 
choice.
Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, November 23, 1976 P.3
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(Dec 01, 1889/Nov 1976/SSDI)

RUSSELL PEDERSON

Russell E. Pederson, 66, of rural Manitowoc, passed away Tuesday morning, January 8, 1991, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will follow at Gjerpen Cemetery.
He was born August 23, 1924, in the Town of Cato, son of the late A. Cornelius and Pearl Fehring Pederson. He attended Valders Schools and was a 1942 graduate of Valders High School. He farmed in the Town of Cato all of his life. He married Junette Vogt May 14, 1947, at Valders. He was a lifelong member of Faith Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, Junette; two sons and daughters-in-law and their families, Ronald and Cynthia and their daughter, Becky of rural Valders, Thomas and Sylvia and their daughters, Mitzi, Angel and Lisa of South Haven, Mississippi; a daughter and son-in-law, Rita and Peter Holst and their children, Peter and Tina of rural Chilton; his mother-in-law, Laurine Schramm of Manitowoc; a sister and brother-in-law, Violet and Norbert Kustka of rural Cato; a sister-in-law, Julia Pederson of rural Cato; a brother-in-law and his wife, William H. and Bernice Schramm of rural Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law and their husbands, Carolyn and Harry Schmidt of Chilton, Audrey and Dick Sauve of Two Rivers; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Arndt.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of services. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, January 9, 1991   P. b6
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[Russell Pederson/8/23/1924 - 1/8/1991]

NELS PETE PETERSEN

N.P. PETERSEN DEATH Sunday
Route 1 Resident Lived In The County 39 Years
Niles(sic) Peter Peterson, 70, a resident of Manitowoc Route 1 for the 
last 39 years, died Sunday at his home.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei Funeral home 
this evening and until the hour of the funeral Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., 
from the funeral home and at 2:30 at the Gjerpen church. The Rev. E.A. 
Fretheim will officiate and burial will be in the adjoining cemetery.
Mr. Petersen was a farmer. He was born in Denmark but came to the 
United States when a young boy. He was married 43 years ago and for the 
last 39 years, the couple resided in this county.
Survivors are the widow, two daughters, Mrs. Alfred Madson, town of Cato, 
and Mrs. Walter Vetter, city, one son, Elmer, of Hartland; two sisters, 
Mrs. Peter Nelsen and Mrs. Jens Rassmussen, both of Hartland, and one 
brother, Martin, of Hartland. He also leaves eight grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 23, 1933 P.2
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[Nels Peter Peterson/7/9/1862 - 1/22/1933]


ANDRINE PETERSON

[12/8/1860 - 11/19/1900]
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Annie Anderson Reas Peterson [Andrine]
birth: 8 October 1860 Wisconsin
death: 19 November 1900 Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1900 Cato
father: Andrew E. Reas
mother: Annie
spouse: N.P. Peterson
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MINNIE PETERSON

Minna, wife of P.N. Peterson, residing near Branch died at the Holy Family 
Hospital yesterday after a protracted illness which had necessitated an 
operation.  She was born in the town of Rapids, July 4, 1874 and is survived 
by her husband, and two sons.  Funeral arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Herald News  Tuesday, June 8, 1920  pg. 8
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 [7/4/1875 - 6/7/1920]


PETER PETERSON

Peter M. Peterson, 72, Valders farmer, died yesterday afternoon at 
the Holy Family hospital where he had been a patient for a week.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from 
the Berge funeral home at Valders. Burial will be in the Gjerpen 
cemetery. The body will lie at the funeral home from 6 o’clock 
tonight until the time of the services tomorrow. 
Mr. Peterson was born March 10, 1868 in Chicago. When he was two 
years old his family moved to Valders where they farmed. He married 
Minnie Osulson, who died 22 years ago. 
Survivors include two sons, Harlan and Gilman, both of Valders.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 8, 1940  P. 2
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[1868 - 3/7/1940]
Buried on Osufson lot/is cousin of family
information from Mr. Mason of Cemetery Assn. 

MARION REINERTSON

Marion Elaine Reinertson, age 77, formerly of rural Cato, passed away Friday evening, June 7, 1996, at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, June 10, 1996, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm and Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate with burial to follow at Gjerpen Cemetery.
She was born December 19, 1918, in the town of Cato, daughter of the late G. Walter and Alice Skatrud Madson. She attended Madson School graduating with the Class of 1932. She was a 1936 graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, and a 1937 graduate of Marquette University. She was employed as a Registered Dental Hygenist and farmed in the town of Cato with her husband. She married Walter A. Reinertson on April 6, 1940, at Gjerpen Church. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, the E.L.C.A. Women, and the Progressive Homemakers Club.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, James and Janet Reinertson, rural Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Julie and James Glaeser, rural Cato, Karen and Delmar Childs, Shaqano; one brother-in-law, Chauncey and Enanda Reinertson, Manitowoc; eight grandchildren, Jill Korinek, Wayne Glaeser, Jodi Oswald, Paul Glaeser, June Kliment, Nancy Powell, Janel Mielke, Scott Childs; eight great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband February 22, 1933; one sister, June Madson; and an infant grandson.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church on Monday from 4 p.m. until the time of service.
Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, June 9, 1996  P. A2
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[Marion Reinertson/12/18/1918 - 6/7/1996]


WALTER ALBERT REINERTSON

Walter Albert Reinertson, age 74, of Park Lawn Home, formerly of the Town of Cato, died Monday morning, February 22, 1993, at Park Lawn Home.
Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 25, 1993, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate with burial to follow at Gjerpen Cemetery.
He was born May 25, 1918, at Valders, son of the late Alfred and O’Lena Helgeson Reinertson. He attended Cedar Grove School and was a 1935 graduate of Valders High School. He was a dairy farmer in the Town of Cato, and was also formerly employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding. He married Marion E. Madson April6, 1940, at Gjerpen Church. He was a former member of the Madson School Board, a 25 year member of the Lake to Lake Cooperative, and Lakeshore Farm Management. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, a member of the church building committee, the church dartball team, and held various other church offices.
Survivors include his wife, Marion, Park Lawn Home; one son and daughter-in-law, James and Janet Reinertson, rural Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Julie and James Glaeser, rural Cato, Karen and Delmar Childs, Shawano; one brother and sister-in-law, Chauncey and Enanda Reinertson, Manitowoc; eight grandchildren; seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by four brothers, three sisters and an infant grandson.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church on Thursday morning from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. The Christianson-Deja Funeral Home of Valders is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, February 23, 1993
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[Walter Albert Reinertson/5/28/1918 - 2/22/1993]


KENNETH L. RENO

Kenneth Lyle Reno, age 53, of 509 St. Clair St., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon, June 15, 1997, at his residence following a courageous battle with cancer.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, June 19, 1997, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm will officiate with burial to follow at Gjerpen Cemetery, Valders.
He was born June 27, 1943, in Manitowoc, Wis., son of Gladys Musil Reno and the late Willard Reno. Kenneth was a graduate of Lincoln High School and attended art school for two years. He married the former Geraldine Nathalia Faber on April 8, 1982, at the Candlelight Chapel, Las Vegas, Nev. Ken was employed at the Mirro Company, Manitowoc. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders.
Survivors include his wife, Geraldine N. Reno, Manitowoc; his mother, Gladys Reno, Manitowoc; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Scott Reno, Atlanta, Ga., Tyrone and Kay Faber, Manitowoc; three step grandchildren, Danny, Michael and Jamie Karbon, Manitowoc; four brothers and three sisters-in-law, Darwin Reno, Maribel, Dick and Darlene Reno, Ronald and Sally Reno, Davis and Yvonne Reno, all of Manitowoc; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Joan and Danny Faber, Valders, Charlene and Gordon Strauss, Karen Reno, all of Manitowoc. He is further survived by his mother-in-law, Anna Faber, Valders; aunts, uncles, niece, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, other relatives also survive. He was preceded in death by his father, Willard Reno; his father-in-law, Alin Faber; and one brother-in-law, Dennis Faber.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday evening and at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, on Thursday from 9 a.m until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, June 17, 1997  P. A2
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(b. 27 Jun 1943/d. 15 Jun 1997/SSDI)

KATHRYN M. KNUTSON RIESTERER

Kathryn M. Knutson Riesterer, age 95, of Brillion, formerly of Valders, died on 
Sunday evening, October 13, 2013, at Brillion West Haven. 
Kathryn was born December 5, 1917, in Iona, MN, daughter of the late Nicholas 
and Anna (Schoo) Dondlinger. She graduated from West Division High School in 
Milwaukee. She served with U.S. Navy WAVES during WWII from 1944-1946. 
On October 4, 1948, she married Alton Knutson in Dubuque, IA. He preceded her 
in death November 4, 1986. On November 3, 1990, she married Herman Riesterer 
in Valders. He preceded her in death March 9, 2004. Kathryn was a secretary for 
Farm Bureau Rural Insurance for 20 years and a member of the American Legion 
Auxiliary for over 50 years. Kate’s family meant the world to her. She was a caring, 
compassionate, generous person.
Survivors include her children and their spouses: Carl (Jeanne) Knutson, Manitowoc; 
Kary (Richard) Panke, Appleton; Edwin (Mary) Knutson, Reedsville; Alice (Gary) 
Koerth, Brillion; David (Colleen) Knutson, Vail, AZ; 10 grandchildren: Eric (Itzell) 
Knutson, Nick Knutson, Nathan Panke, Brian (Dea) Panke, Edwin (Jenny) Knutson, 
Jason (Michelle) Koerth, Laura (Scott) Treichel, Aaron (Jessie) Koerth, Cara (Patrick) 
Wallace, Craig Knutson (fiancee Roxanne Schwandt); a special granddaughter: Mariel 
Guenther;19 great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren; step children: Richard 
(Mary) Riesterer, Chilton; Carol (Tom) Waniger, Valders; Leo (Faye) Riesterer, St. 
Nazianz; Meg (Dave) Kubesh, Danube, MN; and Mary(Mark) Matthias, Manitowoc; 
brother: Leo Dondlinger; sisters: Mary Mella, Theresa Taylor, Jean Krentz; four 
sisters-in-law: Rosella Dondlinger, Carole Dondlinger, Theown Dondlinger and Dorothy 
Dondlinger. Many step grandchildren, step great grandchildren, nieces and nephews 
also survive.
She was also preceded in death by brothers: Norbert, Hilary, John, and Francis 
Dondlinger; sisters-in-law: Geraldine Dondlinger, Myrtle Anderson, Dorothy Kloster, 
Ellen Johnson, Phyllis Pokorsky; brothers-in-law: Florian Mella, W. E. Taylor, Lawrence 
Kloster, Harold Anderson, Gordon Johnson, James Pokorsky, and James Krentz. 
The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, October 19, 2013, at Faith 
Lutheran Church in Valders, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2013, at Faith 
Lutheran Church in Valders. Burial will be at Gjerpen Cemetery. 
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
ITALICS: The family would like to extend a special thank you to Brillion West Haven, 
and her church family for the care and compassion shown towards Kate and her family. 
Online Obituary. 


ANDERS ERICKSON RIIS

Burial services were held for the late Andrew Erickson Riis, one of the late county's best known 
pioneers, Rev. Alfson officiating. Mr. Riis came to Manitowoc County in 1856 and had resided 
on the same farm in Jerpen ever since. Mr. Riis was a civil war veteran, serving with Co. F, Eleventh 
Wisconsin. But two of six children survives, Mrs. Jones of Sawyer and Mrs. Thos. Ryan, ,who 
resides on the old homestead. Mrs. Riis died six years ago.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Thurs., Dec. 9, 1909  
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Order for Proof of Will.
STATE OF WISCONSIN, County Court for Manitowoc County.
In the matter of the estate of Andrew Erickson, Deceased. In Probate.
An Instrument in writing, purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of Andrew Erickson of town 
of Cato, in said County having been delivered into said Court:
And C.M. Madson, of said town in said County, having presented to said Court his petition in writing 
duly verified representing, among other things, that said Andrew Erickson, died testate, at said town in 
said County, on the 3rd day of December 1909; that said Instrument is the Last Will of said deceased 
and that said C.M. Madson is named therein as Executor, and praying that said Instrument be proven 
and admitted to Probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued to him said C.M. Madson.
It Is Ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of said Last Will and 
Testament, be taken, at a Special term of said County Court, to be held at the Probate Office in the 
city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 18th day of January, 1910, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And It Is Further Ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be given by publication 
hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the time of said hearing, in the 
Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper published in said Manitowoc County.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Hougen & Brady Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 6, 1910 P. 4
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Anders Eriksen Riis, son of *Erik Kittelsen and Karen Larsdatter, 
b 23 Oct 1828 Riis in Gjerpen, d 3 Dec 1909 bur Gjerpen. Lived at Riis. 
Immigrated 1857. Farmer in Cato. Co. F, 11 th Wis. Inf. 
m 27 Oct 1853 Gjerpen to Anne, daughter of *John Nilsen and Marthe Halvorsdatter, 
b 24 Dec 1825 Riis nordre in Gjerpen, d 13 June 1903 bur Gjerpen. 
Children: Karen b 2 Dec 1853, m 24 Dec 1874 Cato to Knud Olsen Jome, Door County; 
*Johan b 22 Jan 1855; 
Maren b 21 April 1856; 
Elise b 8 Oct 1858, m *Mark Sullivan; 
Andrine b 8 Oct 1860, m *Nils Peter Peterson; 
Tilda Lovise b 11 July 1863, m *Thomas J. Ryen.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 6, 7
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[10/23/1828 - 12/3/1909]


ANNA ERICKSON RIIS

DEATH FAST DEPLETING RANKS.
Mrs. Andrew Riss (sic), Another Pioneer Settler, Dead at Jerpen.
With the death of Mrs. Anna Riss, wife of Andrew Riss, at 
Jerpen Saturday evening Manitowoc county loses another of 
its pioneers. Mrs. Riss was ill but one short week and death 
was due in a complication of internal troubles. Deceased was 
born in Norway, December 24, 1823 and was married to the 
husband, who with three children still survives her, in 1853. 
Four years later the family immigrated to this country and 
immediately took up their residence in this county, residing 
continuously in the home where the death occurred Saturday. 
The death comes as a sad blow as Mrs. Riss had been in good 
health until but a short time ago and great preparations had 
been made for the celebration of the golden anniversary of 
the couple's wedding which would have taken place this fall. 
Beside the husband the three children who survive her are 
Mrs. M. Sullivan and Mrs. T. Johnson, of Jerpen and Mrs. K. 
Jome, of Door County. The funeral will take place from the 
Jerpen church Wednesday, Rev. Alfsen officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, June 15, 1903 P.1
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Mrs. Anna Riss(sic), who for 45 years has been a resident at Jerpen, died 
Saturday and the funeral was held yesterday. Mrs. Riss was 80 years of age 
and a woman much loved by a large circle of friends. She came here in 1857 
and since that time had always resided in the county. If she had suvived it was 
planned by the family to hold a celebration of the golden wedding anniversary 
of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Riss next year. An aged husband and family 
of children mourn her death.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 18, 1903 p.1
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Anne E Riss
Wisconsin Death Index
Name	Anne E Riss
Event Type	Death
Event Date	12 Jun 1903
Event Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Page	0226
"Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907," database, FamilySearch
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Annie Or Anne Johnson Riss Erickson
birth: 24 December 1825 Norway
death: 13 June 1903 Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1903 Cato
father: John Johnson Riss
spouse: Andrew Erickson
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[12/24/1825 - 7/13/1903] 


CARL ERICKSON RIIS

Notes form Madsen
Carl Erickson Rees, died November 28, at the age of 88 years. He was 
never married and the late years made his home with his niece, 
Mrs. Thomas Ryan. He was buried at Jerpen Cemetery, Rev. A. O. White, 
officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Dec. 4, 1919 
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[11/12/1831 - 11/28/1919] 


ERICK RIIS

Erik Kittelsen Riis, son of Kittel Kittelsen and Aase Eriksdatter, 
b 23 Oct 1794 Sendre Riis in Gjerpen, d 11 Oct 1891 bur Gjerpen. 
Lived at Riis. Immigrated 1854. Farmer in Cato. 
m 10 April 1828 Gjerpen to Karen, daughter of Lars Knudsen Nordre Riis and Maren Andersdatter, 
bp 4 Aug 1799 Gjerpen, d 21 Aug 1883 bur Gjerpen. 
Children: *Anders b 23 Oct 1828; 
Carl b 12 Nov 1831, d 28 Nov 1919; 
Lars b 22 March 1835; 
Erik b 20 April 1838.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 50
********
[Erick/1794 - 10/11/1890] 

LOUIS JOHNSON RIIS

LOUIS RIIS, CATO FARMER, FOUND DEAD IN WOODS NEAR HOME
Man Had Been Missing Since Wednesday and Probably Lost His Way on Return Trip to Home
Missing since Wednesday night, Louis Johnson Riis, a town of Cato farmer, was found dead in the wood near his home Sunday afternoon, a victim of cold and exposure. Riis is believed to have lost his way while returning home and succumbing to the cold was unable to help himself or to summon help.
Riis' body was found in the woods on the farm of Thomas Ryan, a son of the owner of the land, who had joined a party of searchers who were seeking trace of the missing man at the request of his relatives. There were no marks of violence on the body and nothing to indicate that Riis met his death through accident. An empty bottle, believed to have contained liquor the use of which Riis is said to have been addicted was found on the body.
District Atty Healy and Coroner Falge in this city were notified of the finding of the body late Sunday afternoon and Coroner Falge visited the scene today and made an examination of the body deciding that no inquest was necessary as the cause of death was plainly established as exposure. The body was turned over to relatives and will be buried in Cato. Riis was last seen alive Wednesday night at a cheese factory near the home of his brother and when he failed to put in an appearance at the farm that night and the next day, relatives instituted inquiries. It was thought that the man might have come to this city, as he frequently left without advising the family of his intentions, but inquiry here failed to gain a trace of him and Sunday searching parties were organized and the body found.
Riis was 52 years of age and unmarried, making his home with his brother, John Riis in Cato. Mrs. J. Wilkie of this city is a sister.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Mar. 3, 1913 - page 1
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FROZEN IN WOODS
Louis Riis, aged 55 years, living with his brother in Cato, was missing for three days. He is believed to have lost his way while returning home and succumbing to the cold, was unable to help himself or to summon help.
He was last seen alive Wednesday night at a cheese factory near the home of his brother and when he failed to put in an appearance at the farm that night and the next day, relatives instituted inquiries. Sunday a searching party found the body in the woods near his home. He was unmarried and is survived by two brothers and two sisters.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, March 6, 1913  pg. 1
*Note: This is the only cemetery in the county with this surname. Acquired his birth date from his father's (Nils Johnson Riis) bio.

NILS JOHNSON RIIS

(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 13 Dec.)
80-yr. old Niels Johnson died in Madsen on Sun. of old age debility. 
The deceased, who is survived by 3 daughters, was an old settler of 
our county. The funeral was held Wednesday.
Der Nord Westen, 01 Dec. 1904
(Going by the print date of 1 Dec 1904, death would have been Sun. 27 Nov 1904
Death index:  1904 Nov 27  Nels Johnson Reese  co. death index v.7  p.289)
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Nils Johnsen Riis, son of *John Nilsen Riis and Marthe Halvors datter, 
b 12 April 1820 Riis in Gjerpen, d 27 Nov 1904 bur Gjerpen. Immigrated 1849. Farmer in Cato. 
m 2 Oct 1850 Manitowoc Rapids to Margrethe, daughter of Peter Peterson, 
b 15 Dec 1824 Norway, d 25 Dec 1898 Cato. 
Children: 
Marie b 1 July c1850 Wisconsin, 1m Lars P. Larson; 
Johan b 29 Aug 1853; 
Peder Georg b 15 Sept 1855, d 11 Nov 1865; 
Laurits b 7 April 1858; 
Laura Louise b 16 Feb 1861; 
*'Theodor b 12 June 1863; 
Petrea Jargine b 22 Dec 1865, m *John F. Wilcke; 
Clara Amalia b 14 Dec 1869, m *C. Otto Halvorsen.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 157, 158
********
[Nils Johnson]


BIRTHE ROBLEY

Name: Roble, Birthe
D.: 1/12/1879
B.:
Reg. D.: 4/15/1879
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 25 Yrs.
B.P.: Tn. Cato
D.P.: Claybank
Cem.: Cato
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. A. O. Alfson
Spouse:
F.: Erik Ericson Roble
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.300
(Bob Domagalski sent me the record from v.2 p.32)

BURTON [DEAN] ROBLEY

Burton D. Robley, 22, of Route 1, Manitowoc, died Monday, July 29, as a result of a motorcycle accident.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery.
Burton was born Aug. 26, 1962, at Manitowoc, son of Lewellyn and Vivian Meyer Robley. He was a 1961 graduate of Valders High School and was employed as a driver for Moldenhauer Milk Hauling. Burton was a member of Viking Bow and Gun Club and Lakeshore Amateur Hockey Association.
Survivors include his parents; six brothers and three sisters-in-law, John and Marilyn of Route 1, Valders, James and Karen of Route 2, Cato, Bruce and Linda of Manitowoc, Brian, Tony and Peter of Route 1, Manitowoc and six nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday until the time of services. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is in charge of funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 30, 1985  P. 3

CARL ANTON ROBLEY

Notes from Cato
C.A. Robley, aged 57 years, a resident of Clarks Mills all his life, died Saturday 
morning after a protracted illness during which he suffered two strokes. Mr. Robley 
was born at Clarks Mills, his parents being Peter and Ingebord Robley. He was never 
married. He conducted a barber shop and proprietary medicine business in the village 
for a number of years. One brother, Theo H. Robley of Clarks Mills survives.
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from Jerpen church, Rev. A.O. White officiated.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Jan. 26, 1928
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Madson news:
Two funerals were held at the Jerpen church last week, that of C.A. 
Robely on Tuesday and Miss Amelia Gunderson on Friday. C. A. Robely 
who conducted a drug store at Clarks Mills is survived by his brother 
Peter of the same place. Miss Gunderson lived in our community and is 
survived by a sister, Mrs. Martha Howe and several distant relatives. 
The Rev. A.O. White officiated at both funerals.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, February 01, 1928, Page 5
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Death Record: Vol.23, Page 526

Deceased: Carl Anton Robley
Date of Death: January 21, 1928  at  10 A.M.
Place of Death: Manitowoc - Cato
Male
White
Date Of Birth: ---  In Town of Cato
Age at Death: 57 Yrs. 8 Dys.
Single
Father: Peter K. Robley
Mother: Engeborg Astad
Occupation: Barber
Cause of Death: Apoplexy
Pronounced By: W. A. Rauch, M.D., Valders
Place of Burial: Jerpen Cem., Jan 24, 1928
Undertaker: Otto G. Berge, Valders
Registrar: L. W. Pivonka, 1-23-28


KLARA SABINA ROBLEY

Death Record: Vol. 6, Page 308  # 554
 
Deceased: Clara Sabina Robley
Date of Death: November 10, 1900
Place of Death: Town Cato
Female
White
Date of Birth: June 4, 1882, in Wisconsin
Age at Death: 18 Yrs. 5 Mos. 6 Dys.
Single
Father: Peter K. Robley - Norway
Mother: Ingaborg Robley - Norway
Occupation: Domestic
Cause of Death: Consumption - Duration 5 Months
Place of Burial: Jerpen (Now Gjerpen)
Undertaker: Otto Berge
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Clara Sabine Robley
birth: 4 June 1882 Wisconsin
death: 10 November 1900 Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1900 Cato
father: Peter K. Robley
mother: Ingeborg
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[Klara S. Robley] 

ERIK E. ROBLEY

Eric Rublee of Clarks Mills died on Monday of this week. He was in his 60th year.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 23, 1893, P. 3
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(First publication April 6, 1893.) No. 22
STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Erick E. Roble, senior, deceased.
To all whom it may concern: Letters of administration with will annexed on said estate of Erick E. Roble senior, late of the town of Cato in said county having been issued to Riley Olson of said county on the third day of April, A.D. 1893 and six months from and after said day being allowed and limited for creditors to present their claims for examination and allowance, notice is hereby given that the said court will on the first Tuesday of each of the months of June and October, 1893, at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, in said county, receive, examine, and adjust all claims, and demands of all person against said deceased.
Dated April 3, 1893.
By the Court,
Emil Baensch, County Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, April 27, 1893 P. 4
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Erik Eriksen Robley, son of Erik Engebretsen and Seborg Engebretsdatter, 
sisters m *Knud Knudsen Skattebo and *Iver Olsen Berge, 
b 29 Oct 1827 Raabole in Vestre Slidre, d 17 Feb 1893 bur Gjerpen. Immigrated 1854. Farmer in Cato. 
ml 20 July 1854 Gjerpen to Ingrid, daughter of *Knud Knudsen Jomen and Marit Knudsdatter, 
b 27 Jan 1826 Jommen in Vestre Slidre, d 16 Sept 1874 Cato. m2 20 Jan 1877 Cato to Julie (bp Gro), 
daughter of Joger Tollefsen and *Marit Nilsdatter, 
b 9 Feb 1856 Skattebo in Ostre Slidre, d 1925. Immigrated 1869. 
m2 *Albert E. Robley, her stepson. 
Children: 
Birthe b 30 July c1853 Norway, d 12 Jan 1879 Claybanks bur Gjerpen, 
m 5 Oct 1877 Cato to Trond Olsen Syverson, farmer in Claybanks, halfbrother of *Anders Trondsen; 
*Erik b 6 Jan 1855; 
Knud b 5 June 1856, bur 1856; 
Knud b 2 Feb 1858; 
Seborg b 15 June 1860, bur 29 Oct 1860 (this burial might be Knud); 
*Engebret b 3 July 1861; 
Marie Zerine b 3 Oct 1863, m *Anton Tollefsen; 
Sina b 26 Jan 1866, m Rolland; 
Emma Christine b 3 July 1868; 
Emma Christine b 20 May 1870, m *Erik Skattebo.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 47

INGEBORG ROBLEY (also Ingabor)

The funeral of Mrs. P. Robely of Valders was held at Jerpens 
Thursday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 05, 1918, Page 2
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Notes from Madsen
Mrs. P. Robley of Clarks Mills died Monday morning at the age of 75. She leaves 
a husband and two sons, Anton and Peter. Two sons and two daughters preceded her 
in death. She was a true Christian woman and a faithful member of the church and also 
of the Ladies Aid Society of this place. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon at 
2 o'clock from Jerpen Church, Rev. White officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Apr. 11, 1918
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Death Record: Vol. 15, Page 470
Deceased: Ingabor Robley
Date of Death: April 1, 1918
Place of Death: Manitowoc County, Cato Township, Clarks Mills
Female
White
Date of Birth: March 6, 1843  - Norway
Age at Death: 75 Yrs. 25 Days
Single or Married: -----
Father: Knut Skogsta - Norway
Mother: Marit Austo - Norway
Occupation: Housewife
Cause of Death: Endocoites
Pronounced By: J. Gregory, M. D. - Valders
Place of Burial: Jerpen Cem., Cato Township
Undertaker: Otto Berge - Valders
Registrar: George Rusch
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[Ingeborg nee Aasted/3/6/1848 - 4/1/1918] 


INGRID ROBLEY

Name: Roble, Ingrid
D.: 9/17/1874
B.:
Reg. D.: 8/8/1879
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 48 Yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.:
Cem.: Tn. Cato
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. A. O. Alfson
Spouse: Erik E. Roble
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.320


JULIA ROBLEY

Madson Station news:
Funeral services were held at the Gjerpen church Monday afternoon for 
Mrs. Albert Robley.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, February 11, 1925 P. 9
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Death Record: Vol 21, Page 405

Deceased: Julia Robley
Date of Death: February 6, 1925  At  4 P.M.
Place of Death: Manitowoc County,  Valders
Female
White
Date of Birth: ---
Age at Death: 69 Yrs. 11 Mos. 7  Days
Married
Spouse: Albert G. Robley
Father: Jager Tollefson - Norway
Mother: Nearih Uelson - Norway    
Occupation: Housewife
Cause of Death: Senility - Myocarditis - Arteriosclerosis
Pronounced By: W.A. Rauch, M.D.   Valders
Place of Burial: Jerpen Cem.  Cato  2-9-25
Registrar: T.P.Isselmann
Informant: Albert E. Robley - Valders

IDA ROBLEY

Mrs. Ida Robley, 82, of Manitowoc, died Thursday afternoon, Oct. 6, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Oz Twedt will officiate and burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery.
Mrs. Robley was born Aug. 18, 1901, at Clarks Mills, daughter of the late Olaf and Carrie Moe Thone. She married Peter Robley on Aug. 6, 1921, at Gjerpen Church. She was formerly employed by Mirro Corp. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church ALWC.
Survivors include six sons and five daughters-in-law, Reuben and Valdis Robley of Kimberly, Lewellyn and Vivian Robley of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, Vernon and Shirley Robley of Manitowoc, Marvin Robley of Manitowoc, Roger and Karen Robley of Manitowoc, and Merlin and Gloria Robley of Reedsville; three daughters and sons-in-law, Dorothy and James Arentson of Sheboygan, Ilene and LeRoy Stock of Newton, and Diane and Paul Havlinek of Howards Grove; a brother, Raymond Thone of Manitowoc; 38 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband and a grandson.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 12:30 until the time of services at the church on Sunday.
Herald Times Reporter, October 7, 1983  P. 3


JAMES L. ROBLEY

James L. Robley, 34, of Route 2, Cato, died Wednesday morning, August 21, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters and Rev. Michael Hamilton will officiate and burial will be in Gjerpen cemetery.
Mr. Robley was born Feb. 5, 1951, at Manitowoc, son of Lewellyn and Vivian Meyer Robley. He was a 1969 graduate of Valders High School and farmed in The Town of Cato. He married Karen Korinek Aug. 1, 1975, at Manitowoc. Mr. Robley was a member of Holstein Fresian Association and was a Delegate of the local Lake to Lake district.
Survivors include his wife, Karen; two daughters, Lesley and Lisa at home; his parents; five brothers and two sisters-in-law, John and Marilyn of Rt. 1, Valders, Bruce and Linda of Manitowoc, Brian, Tony, and Peter of Rt. 1, Manitowoc; six sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary and Peter Wilhelm and Pat and Greg Rank of Manitowoc, Cathy and Larry Wise of Orlando, Florida, Theresa Korinek of Manitowoc, Ann and Bob Otto of Reedsville and Sara Korinek of Appleton. He was preceded in death by a brother, Burton.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday morning until the time of services. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 21, 1985  P. 3
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[James Lawrence]


LEWELLYN L. ROBLEY

Lewellyn L. Robley, age 85, a resident of Harmony Living Center, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, died on Monday, May 2, 2011, at the Center.
Lew was born Aug. 28, 1925, in the town of Cato, son of the late Peter and Ida (Thone) Robley. He graduated from Valders High School with the class of 1943. Lew served in the U.S. Coast Guard from Feb. 23, 1943, through April 4, 1946, as a Seaman First Class.
On May 29, 1949, he married Vivian Meyer at St. John's Lutheran Church in Newtonberg. Lew was employed at the Kohler Company and Schlei Drayline Transportation Company. He owned and operated a dairy farm at Wilkes Lake until 1955, when he purchased the Berge Farm in the town of Liberty. Lew enjoyed sports of all sorts, especially golf in his retirement years, and playing cards with friends. He coached Little League for several years and enjoyed watching the Packers, Brewers and basketball. Lew was a good bowler and liked to square dance and travel.
Survivors include his wife of 61 years: Vivian Robley, Manitowoc; five sons and four daughters-in-law: John "Jack" and Marilyn Robley, Manitowoc, Bruce and Lin Robley, Manitowoc, Brian and Michele Robley, Manitowoc, Tony Robley, Kaukauna, Peter and Eileen Robley, Cato; one daughter-in-law: Karen and Daryl O'Hearn; eight grandchildren: Jason (Michelle) Robley, Jess Robley, Seth (Leslie) Robley, Aaron (Bobbi Jo) Robley, Lesley (Jeremy) Burri, Lisa, (Luke) Lane, Zachary Robley, Brianna Robley; two stepgrandchildren: Cory (Jackie) Myers, Kristy (Russ) Hess; nine great-grandchildren: Elizabeth, Rachel, Corbin, Aiden, Idella, Quinten, Autumn, Kylee, Reis; two brothers and two sisters-in-law: Roger and Karen Robley, Manitowoc, Merlin and Gloria Robley, Reedsville; two sisters and brothers-in-law: Dorothy and Jim Arentsen, Sheboygan, Diane and Paul Havlinek, Howards Grove; two sisters-in-law: Valdis Robley, Kimberly, and Shirley Robley, Manitowoc. Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
He was preceded in death by two sons: Burton and James, both in 1985; four brothers: Royal, Reuben, Vernon, and Marvin; and one sister and brother-in-law: Ilene and LeRoy Stock.
A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 7, 2011, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service was the Rev. James Rasmus. Cremation took place and Lew was laid to rest at Gjerpen Cemetery.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Harmony Assisted Living staff and to Heartland Hospice, especially Todd for their compassionate care shown towards Lew and his family.
Manitowoc Herald Times online obituary

MARIA ROBLEY (Hannah Marie Robley)

Miss Mary Robeley, daughter of Peter Robeley(sic) of Clarks Mills 
died yesterday at her home, of consumption. Deceased was twenty four 
years of age and a sufferer of the dread disease for over a year. 
She will be buried Monday from the Norwegian Lutheran church at 
Valders.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, October 13, 1900, Page 1
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Death Record: Vol. 6. Page 307  # 552
Deceased: Hannah Marie Robley
Date of Death: October 12, 1900
Place of Death: Clarks Mills                                
Female
White
Date of Birth: June 15, 1876
Age at Death: 24 Yrs. 3 Mos. 27 Dys.
Single
Father: Peter K. Robley,  Born in Norway
Mother: Ingaborg Robley,  Born in Norway
Occupation: Servant
Cause of Death: Consumption - Duration 1 1/2 Years.
Place of Burial: Jerpen (Note:  Now Spelled Gjerpen)
Undertaker: Otto Berge 
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Hannah Marie Robley
birth: 15 June 1876 Wisconsin
death: 12 October 1900 Clarks Mills, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1900 Clarks Mills
father: Peter K. Robley
mother: Ingaberg
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968

MARTIN S. ROBLEY

JERPEN:
Martin Robley, son of Peter Robley of Clarks Mills, died at the home of his parents after a lingering illness. The deceased was a most reticent young man twenty-two years old. He was raised at a place where the temptations to stray are many, yet his strong sense of justice and duty to himself, family and neighbors developed in him a character truly admirable in a man so young. His remains were interred at the Jerpen's cemetery Thursday afternoon.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 12, 1901  pg. 8
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DEATH RECORD: VOL. 7, PAGE 36  #39
Deceased: Martin Severin Robley
Date of Death: December 3, 1901
Place of Death: Clarks Mills, Town of Cato
Male
White
Date of Birth: September 10, 1877 - Wisconsin
Age at Death: 24 Yrs. 2 Mos. 3 Dys.
Single
Father: Peter Robley - Norway
Mother: Ingaborg Robley - Norway
Occupation: Laborer
Cause of Death: Consumption - Cataurh (?) Of Stomach Duration 2 Yrs.
Place of Burial: Jerpen
Undertaker: Otto G. Berge


MARVIN ROBLEY

Marvin P. Robley, age 69, of 1143 S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, currently residing at Meadow View Manor Nursing Home, Sheboygan, died Wednesday morning, March 3, 2004, at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 6, 2004, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Donald Staude, with burial at Gjerpen Cemetery, Town of Cato. Marvin was born June 16, 1934, in Clarks Mills, son of the late Peter and Ida Thone Robley. He was employed with Weyerhaeuser Company for 35 years, retiring in 1997. Marvin enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and also hunting, fishing and working in his yard. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Survivors include five brothers and sisters-in-law: Rueben and Valdis Robley, Kimberly; Lewellyn and Vivian Robley, Manitowoc; Roger and Karen Robley, Manitowoc; Merlin and Gloria Robley, Reedsville; Shirley Robley, Manitowoc; and two sisters and brothers-in-law: Dorothy and James Arentsen, Sheboygan; Diane and Paul Havlinek, Howards Grove. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by two brothers: Royal and Vernon Robley; and a sister and brother-in-law: Ilene and LeRoy Stock. The family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 9:30 a.m. Saturday until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

PETER K. ROBLEY (d. 1925)

Peder Knudsen Robley, son of *Knud Evensen and Sibber Haagensdatter, 
b 24 April 1842 Raabelle in Vestre Slidre, d 18 Nov 1925. Immigrated 1869 to Cato. 
Farmhand the first year, then a tailor in Clarks Mills until 1885, then a farmer in Cato. 
m spring 1869 Norway to Ingeborg, daughter of Knut and Marit Aastad, 
b 6 March 1843 Vang, d 1 April 1918. 
Children: 
Carl Anthon b 13 Jan 1871, d 21 Jan 1928 Clarks Mills, barber in Clarks Mills; 
Sophia b 9 Feb 1872, d 22 April 1872; 
Marthe Sophie b 17 March 1873, d 12 Nov 1873; 
Gustaf Kornelius b 18 Oct 1874, d 9 June 1893; 
Hanna Maria b 15 June 1876, d 12 Oct 1900 of consumption; 
Martin Severin b 10 Sept 1877, d 3 Dec 1901; 
Peder Herman b 10 Aug 1879, d 1955, m 6 Aug 1921 Gjerpen to Ida daughter of *Olaf Thone; 
Clara Sofie, d 4 Jan 1881, 1 day old; 
Clara Sebina b 4 June 1882, d 10 Nov 1900 of consumption. 
(Falge 2:345; Ingeborg's obituary in Lutheraneren 2:569)
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 204, 205


PETER H. ROBLEY (d. 1955)

Peter H. Robley, 75, Cato farmer, died Friday morning at the Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.  He suffered a stroke at his home seven weeks ago.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Gjerpen Lutheran 
Church. The Rev. A.B. Holland will officiate and burial will be in the church 
cemetery.
He was born in Cato Aug. 10, 1879, and on Aug. 6, 1921, married Miss 
Ida Thone.  They located on a farm near Clarks Mills.
Survivors are his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Milton Kanitz of Beloit and 
Ilene and Diane at home; six sons, Vernon of Manitowoc, Reuben of 
Kimberly, Wis. Llewellyn of Kiel and Roger, Marvin and Merlin on the 
home farm.
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders after 2:30 p.m. Sunday.  
The casket will be move to the church at 11 a.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Friday, May 6, 1955  pg. M-15
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 [Peter H. Robley/8/10/1879 - 5/6/1955]


ROYAL ROBLEY

Death Record: Vol 19, Page 589

Deceased: Royal Sauralin Robley
Date of Death: December 20, 1922 At 6 A.M.
Place of Death: Manitowoc County, Town Of Cato
Male
White
Date of Birth: ----
Age at Death: 1 Mon. 30 Days
Single or Married: Infant
Father: Peter Herman Robley - Wisconsin
Mother: Telina Thone - Wisconsin
Cause of Death: Pneumonia
Pronounced By: T. Gregory, M.D. - Valders
Place of Burial: Jerpen Cem. Cato, 12-22-22
Undertaker: Otto G. Berge - Valders
Registrar: Dave Morgan, 12-22-22

VIVIAN G. ROBLEY

Vivian G. Robley, age 88, a Manitowoc resident, died Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Vivian was born May 16, 1927 on the Meyer family farm in the town of Newton, WI, daughter of the late Erwin and Laura Meyer. Vivian was united in marriage to Lewellyn L. Robley on May 29, 1949 at St. John's Lutheran Church, Newtonburg, WI and he preceded her in death on May 2, 2011.The couple purchased a farm at Wilkes Lake and farmed the acreage until 1956 when they bought the Berge Farm in the Town of Liberty. Despite the hard work on the farm and the challenges of raising 7 boys, Vivian still found time to be an active member of Faith Lutheran Church, the Women's Organization, Faith Quilters, Webster Homemakers, and volunteered at Peter's Pantry. In addition she was a 4-H leader for 25 years, teaching the art of leathercraft to many young people. Vivian enjoyed having her children have a good time in life; swimming in their pond and Hartlaub Lake, making lefse, simple springtime picnics in their woods, cutting wood with her sons, and baling hay, keeping the one on the wagon busy.
In retirement the couple enjoyed life in their new home by the woods, playing golf, square dancing, and playing various card games with friends and relatives. They traveled just about all over the world, including Mission trips with the People to People Organization. Vivian was an adventurous woman who experienced white water rafting with her family when she was 60 years old. She participated in a race for many years for the March of Dimes and came out a winner. Vivian was found to be a very vivacious person and everyone who knew her couldn't help loving her. She enjoyed going to rummage sales and finding something for everyone. Vivian & Lew faithfully attended their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren's activities. She began the art of carving when she was age 80. All of her grandchildren were very special to her and she made sure every single one of them received an animal she carved herself. Every Christmas they received a "surprise" from great grandma.
Survivors include five sons and daughters-in-law: John "Jack" & Marilyn Robley, Manitowoc; Bruce & Lin Robley, Manitowoc; Brian & Michele Robley, Town of Newton; Tony Robley, Kaukauna; Peter & Eileen Robley, Cato; Karen (Daryl) O'Hearn, Town of Franklin; eight grandchildren and their spouses: Jason (Michelle) Robley, Jess Robley, Seth (Leslie) Robley, Aaron (Bobbie Jo) Robley, Lesley (Jeremy) Burri, Lisa (Luke) Lane, Zach Robley, Brianna Robley; 2 step grandchildren and their spouses: Cory (Jackie) Myers, Kristy (Russ) Hess; eleven great grandchildren: Elizabeth, Rachel, Corbin, Aiden, Idella, Quinten, Autumn, Kylee, Reis, Cedric, Violet; 2 step great grandchildren: Abigale and Seth; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Myron & Marjorie Habermann, Manitowoc; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends as well as her longtime special friend since childhood: Eleanor Woldt Zoerb, Manitowoc. Vivian was preceded in death by two sons: Burton Robley (July 1985), James Robley (August 1985); two brothers: Harold Meyer (infant) and Lavern Meyer; and three sisters: Jermaine, Sylvia and Eunice.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 1, 2015 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Erica Cunningham. Cremation has taken place at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc and Vivian's cremated remains will be laid to rest beside her late husband Lewellyn at a later date at Gjerpen Lutheran Cemetery, town of Cato, Manitowoc County, WI.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, August 1, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. at the church.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders is assisting the Robley family with funeral arrangements.
The family extends a special Thank You to Doctor Richard Theobald and his staff for care related to the many challenges that Vivian gave them over the years.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter   July 31, 2015

SYVER LARSEN RUDI

Syver Larsen Rudi, son of Lars Syversen and Kari Aslaksdatter, 
b 18 Sept 1828 Haavie in Ostre Slidre, d 16 Oct 1880 Liberty. Immigrated 1849, declaration of intent 1853. 
Farmer in Liberty. Co. K, 15th Wis. Inf. 
m 9 April 1849 Ostre Slidre to Seborg, daughter of Even Christensen and Marit Eriksdatter, 
sisters m *Haisten Olsen, *Iver Tollefsen, *Halvor Nelson, 
b 23 Jan 1822 Rudi in Ostre Slidre, d 13 July 1885 bur Gjerpen. 
Children: 
Kari b 24 Feb 1850 Port Washington, m *Gulbrand Gulbrandsen Berge; 
Lars b 18 May 1853, m 24 Feb 1881 Cato to Ragnild Louise daughter of *Boye Amundsen, lived at Canby, Minnesota; 
Even b 20 June 1855, d 30 Jan 1926, lost the use of his left arm, m Emma Hacker; 
Martin b 31 July 1858; 
Marthe b 25 Dec 1860, m Ole Thompson; 
Ingrid Christine b 8 Sept 1866, m 15 Jan 1890 Gjerpen Church to Thorsten 
son of *Anders Gulbrandsen Loken, farmer, Morris Town, Shawano County.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 216
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[Syver Rudi Larsen]


DAVID R. RUE

Private funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Berge funeral home, 
Valders, for David Robert, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rue, of 1721 
Dewey street, Manitowoc. Burial was in Gjerpen cemetery.
The infant was born May 14 at Holy Family hospital, a twin baby. The girl, 
(Survivor omitted for privace.), survivres.
Other survivors are his parents, a brother (Survivor omitted for privacy.); and 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy J. Nelson of route 4, Manitowoc, and Mrs. 
Amel Erfuth of Verona, Wis., and great grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anna 
Hanson of Mt. Horeb.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 24, 1949 P.2  


ROBERT C. RUE

Robert C. Rue, age 85, of 10304 County Hwy JJ, Manitowoc, died on 
Sunday, March 7, 2010, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay.
Robert was born on July 14, 1924, in Springdale, Wis., son of the late 
Charles and Anna (Hanson) Rue. He served in the U.S. Navy 302nd 
Battalion and Seabees from 1945 until 1949. Bob married the former 
Violet M. Nelson on April 19, 1947, at Gjerpen Lutheran Church. He 
worked for many years for Nelson Truck and Equipment as a diesel 
mechanic until his retirement. He was a member of First Lutheran 
Church and the Sons of Norway.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; one son: David R. Rue; one 
daughter Nancy M. Krueger; one brother and sister-in-law: Phillip 
(Linda) Rue; one sister and brother-in-law: Helen (Oscar) Rogne; three 
brothers-in-law: Elroy Nelson, Elmer Ahlvin, and Richard Goff.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 11, 2010, 
at First Lutheran Church, 521 N. 8th St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Ronald 
Harswick will officiate. Burial will take place at Gjerpen Cemetery, 
Town of Cato. Relatives and friends may call on Wednesday at the 
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc, 
from 5 to 8 p.m. and again on Thursday at church from 10 a.m. until 
10:45 a.m.
Memorials may be made to First Lutheran Church Organ Fund or the 
donor's choice.
Herald Times Reporter, March 9, 2010

DONALD H. RYAN

Donald H. Ryan, former County Board Supervisor, 58, of Rt. 1, Valders, died Thursday morning, August 1, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery, Town of Cato.
Mr. Ryan was born August 3, 1926, in the Town of Newton, son of Hertha Carstens Ryen (sic)  and the late Chester Ryen (sic). He was a 1944 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School and also attended Marquette University. Mr. Ryan was employed at Brillion Iron Works, retiring in 1980. He previously operated Ryan’s Bar in Two Rivers from 1961 to 1973. He married Mary Keller on December 26, 1973, at Valders. Mr. Ryan was County Board Supervisor for eight years. He was a member and secretary of the Manitowoc County Highway Commission, former president of the Two Rivers Kiwanis Club, member of Valders American Legion Post No. 28, former Commander of the Two Rivers American Legion Post No. 165 and past Manitowoc County Commander of the American Legion.
Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Michelle at home and Denise Howe of Grand Rapids, Michigan; his mother, Mrs. Hertha Alfson of Manitowoc, and other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday until the time of services. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 1, 1985  P. 3

CHESTER RYEN

Chester Ryen, Town of Cato farmer, died Tuesday afternoon at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Gjerpen Church Rt. 4, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. A. B. Holland officiating.  Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery.
Mr. Ryen was born in the Town of Cato, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. 
Thomas Ryen.  He married the former Mary Wina and lived all his life in the 
Town of Cato.
Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Patricia and Marjorie at home; a 
brother, Oliver of the Town of Cato and a sister, Mrs. Dora Diegal of 
Manitowoc.
Friends may call a the Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Wednesday, January 16, 1957  pg. T-5


IRA O. RYEN

Oliver Ryen, 73, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, was found dead Monday of natural 
causes in the farm home in which he had been born and where he lived 
alone. His body was discovered by a bakery route man making a delivery. 
Coroner Dr. Theodore Teitgen placed the time of death as somewhere 
between late Saturday night and early Sunday.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Faith Lutheran (Gjerpen) 
Church, Valders. The Rev. Robert A. Onkka will officiate and burial will 
be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Ryen was born Jan. 30, 1889, on the home farm, the son of the late 
Thomas and Tilda Anderson Ryen. He never married. During 1918-19 he 
participated in World War I and saw action in France and Germany. He was 
a charter member of the Valders American Legion Post but was no longer 
active in recent years. The Post will conduct military rites at graveside.
Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Dora Biegel of Manitowoc, two nieces and four 
nephews. A brother and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the Farley Funeral Home, Valders, from 4 p.m. Wednesday 
until noon Thursday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in 
state until the hour of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, February 20, 1962  P. 11
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(Note: B. year in obit is 2 years later than tombstone)


JOSEPHINE RYEN

MISS RYAN IS DEAD AGE 50
Dies In Town of Cato In The Residence of Her Birth
Miss Anna Josephine Ryan(sic), 50, died Sunday at the home, Route 4, in the
town of Cato, following a long illness. Funeral services will be held Wednesday
at 1:30 p.m. from the home and at 2 p.m. from the Gjerpen church.
The deceased was born in 1884 at the home where she died. Survivors are her
father, Thomas J. Ryan; brothers, Oliver and Chester at home; a sister, Mrs.
William Diegel, city; and several nephews.
The body is to be removed to the home in Cato Tuesday from the Wattawa, Urbanek
and Schlei funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 28, 1935 p.2
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Funeral services for Miss Anna Josephine Ryen, who died Sunday at the 
home in the town of Cato will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Gjerpen 
church, Valders.  The deceased was a member of the American Legion 
Auxiliary at Valders.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Tuesday, January 29, 1935  pg. 2


THILDA RYEN

MRS. RYAN (sic), 70, DIES THURSDAY
Town of Cato Woman will be Buried On Saturday
Stricken as she conversed Thursday afternoon at her home with Mrs. Oscar Halverson, 
a neighbor, Mrs. Thomas Ryan, 70, a lifelong resident of the town of Cato, died suddenly 
before the arrival of a physiian. Mrs. Ryan slumped over in her chair without warning.
The aged lady had been about as usual during the day and had not complained to the 
family or Mrs. Halverson of feeling ill. A heart attack was ascribed as the cause of her 
death.
Born Tilda (sic) Louise Anderson, near Gjerpen, town of Cato, 70 years ago, the 
deceased spent her entire life in that neighborhood. She was married there March 6, 1884 
to Thomas Ryan and they took up their residence on a farm in that neighborhood. The 
couple would have observed th ir (sic) golden wedding on the next anniversary.
The husband, two daughters, Josephine at home and Mrs. William Diegel, this city, 
and two sons, Oliver and Chester on the home farm, survive. Mrs. Ryan was a 
member of the American Legion auxiliary.
The remains were removed to the home this afternoon from the Berge undertaking 
parlors, Valders. Funeral services will be held from the homestead at 1:30 p.m 
Saturday and at 2 p.m from the Gjerpen church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 21, 1933 P. 2


THOMAS J. RYEN

DIES SATURDAY AT FARM HOME 
Services For Thomas Ryan (sic) To Be Conducted Tuesday 
Thomas G. Ryen, 78, died Saturday afternoon at his farm home in the 
town of Cato. He had been ailing for some time. 
Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 from the home 
and at two o’clock from the Gjerpen Lutheran church. Burial will be 
made in the adjoining cemetery.
Mr. Ryen was born in the town of Gibson June 5, 1857. His mother died 
when he was 8 years of age and he was adopted by Inger and Ole Larson-
Ballestad, who owned a farm in the town of Cato. He was married to 
Tilda Louisa Anderson March 6, 1884. For ten years, the couple lived 
on the Larsen-Ballestad farm and then they took up the farm on which 
Mr. Ryen died. Mrs. Ryen died in 1933. One of his two daughters, 
Josephine, died last year.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. William Diegel of this city; two 
sons, Oliver and Chester, both at home; and five grandchildren.
The body was taken to the home late today from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 11, 1936   P. 5
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(Note: B. year in obit is 1 yr. different than tombstone)


THOR TOLLEFSON SKATTEBO

Thor Tollefsen Skattebo, son of Tollef Thorsen and Marit Jegersdatter, 
brother m *Marit Nilsdatter, sister m *Gulbrand Knudsen, 
b 10 Aug 1814 Norway d 6 April 1897 bur Gjerpen. 
Bought Ane under Skattebo in Ostre Slidre 1855. Immigrated 1866. Farmer in Manitowoc Rapids. 
m 5 Jan 1840 Ostre Slidre to Randi, daughter of Tidemand Thorsen and Ingri Nilsdatter, 
b 20 Feb 1818 Skraavigen in Vestre Slidre, d 15 Oct 1909 bur Gjerpen. Living in Cato 1905. 
Children: 
Marit b 18 Jan 1842, d 23 Feb 1916; 
Ingri b 13 Feb 1848, m *Tosten Olsen; 
Tollef b 10 April 1850, d 27 July 1861; 
Tidemand b 28 Jan 1853, d 21 March 1881; 
Thor b 28 Nov 1854; 
Joger b 6 Aug 1857; 
Randi b 2 Oct 1859, m *Knud Johnsen; 
Randi b 7 Jan 1864, m *Ole K Erickson.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 238, 239
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[Thor Skettebo Tollefson/8/10/1814 - 4/6/1897]

THOR TOLLEFSON (d. 1921)

Thor Tolefson (Thor) died last Thursday at the home of his sister just south of the city from cancer of the stomach from which he had suffered for some time. The deceased had suffered for some time. The deceased was born in Norway 65 years ago and came to this country when a child, his parents settling on a farm in the Town of Rapids near Branch where he grew to manhood. In his younger days he was a powerful man. Of late years, illness kept him in close confinement. At the time of his death, his sister, Mrs. Ida Johnson was with him while the other surviving sister, Mrs. Maranda Erickson was in the Holy Family Hospital where she underwent a surgical procedure a few days before his death. The funeral took place Saturday afternoon at Jerpen, Rev White officiated.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Aug. 25, 1921
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Notes from Madsen
The remains of Thor Tollefson were brought from Manitowoc where he died to Jerpen church where funeral services were held by Rev. A. O. White and buried in the adjoining cemetery. He leaves three sisters, Mrs. Olson of Sawyer and Mrs. K. Johnson and Mrs. Miranda Erickson of Manitowoc, the latter being now confined at the Holy Family Hospital after an operation for gallstones.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Aug. 25, 1921
*Note: Obtained his birth year from his father's (Thor Skettebo Tollefson) bio.

SUSAN ANN SKEELS

Susan Ann Skeels, age 51, of 1236 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died 
unexpectedly on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2007, at her residence. 
She was born on July 1, 1956, in Manitowoc, daughter of Robert E. 
and Joan C. Madson Skeels. 
Susan attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class 
of 1974 from Lincoln High School. She attended the University of 
Wisconsin-Manitowoc for two years and transferred to UW-Oshkosh 
where she graduated in 1979 with a Bachelor of Science degree in 
nursing. Susan worked around the country in the nursing field for 
her entire life and also was employed at the J.C. Penney store in 
Manitowoc. She was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. 
Susan was a loving daughter, sister, and aunt. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents: Juel 
(Janet) Madson; paternal grandparents: Harold (Gwen) Skeels; 
special uncle: Jay Madson; special friend, Glen. 
A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 27, 
at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 411 Reed Ave., Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Thomas Dunham will officiate. Burial will take place 
at Gjerpen Cemetery. 
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Susan's 
name. Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the 
Skeels family. 
Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 23, 2007 

HENRIETTA MARGIE SMITH

Mrs. Henrietta M. (Etta) Smith, 89, formerly of 706 North 8th Street, Manitowoc, died Friday, January 16, 1987 at Park lawn Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1 pm Monday at First Lutheran Church Chapel, Manitowoc. Rev. Robert Lind will officiate and burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery, Town of Cato.
Mrs. Smith was born January 1, 1898, in Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the late Christopher and Theodora Larsen Halverson. In 1902 the family moved to the Town of Cato where she attended school. She was a Registered nurse, having received her training at West Side Hospital Training School in Chicago graduating in 1919. Mrs. Smith spent most of her early nursing career at Waukegan, Illinois. She was an Operating Room Supervisor. She married Dr. C. Enion Smith on December 31, 1930 in Chicago and the couple resided there. He preceded her in death in 1958. She then came to Manitowoc in 1959 and was employed as a Registered Nurse in the Recovery Room at Memorial Hospital until her retirement in 1969. Mrs. Smith was a member of First Lutheran Church and was active in Circle Work and Our Savior’s Guild. She was a life member of Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Manitowoc County Historical Society and the Manitowoc Maritime Museum.
Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law, Stanley and Christina Halverson of Oshkosh; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one sister and six brothers.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 8 pm Sunday and from 9 am to 11 am Monday and then at the church from noon to the time of services. Memorials may be made to First Lutheran Church and Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Fund.
Manitowoc Herald Times  - Sat., Jan. 17, 1987 - page 12

ARLENE SONNENBURG

Arlene M. Sonnenburg, age 92, currently residing at 3600 Woodman 
Drive, Appleton, formerly of Manitowoc, died early on Friday 
morning, Dec. 14, 2007, at her residence. 
Arlene was born on Sept. 30, 1915, in Manitowoc, daughter of the 
late Severt and Margaret (Knutson) Terkelson. She was a graduate 
of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. On Dec. 16, 1933, she married 
Maurice Goehring at Gjerpen Lutheran Church, Valders. He preceded 
her in death in June of 1978. In September of 1985, she married 
Marvin Sonnenburg at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. He preceded 
her in death in April of 1994. She was active in many church and 
community organizations. Arlene was also employed part-time for 
many years, at the Book & Gift Shop in Manitowoc. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by two sisters; one brother and sister-
in-law; one son-in-law; one daughter-in-law; one grandson; and 
one sister-in-law. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 
2007, at Faith Lutheran Church, 255 Roosevelt St., Valders. 
Presiding at the service will be the Revs. Melissa Maltman and 
Wendy Wirth-Brock, with burial at Gjerpen Cemetery. 
The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, Dec. 17, 
2007, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, 
202 Liberty St., Valders. 
Visitation will continue on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2007, at Faith 
Lutheran Church, from 10 a.m., until the time of service at 11 am. 
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements. 
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Theda 
Hospice Care for their care and compassion, shown towards Arlene 
and her family. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer 
Society and to Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, and Zion Lutheran 
Church, Appleton. 
Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 15, 2007 


CARL SORENSON

Carl J. Sorenson, 76, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, died Friday morning at the home 
of his son, Claude, following a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Gjerpen Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Valders.  The Rev. Jerry E. Moe will officiate, with burial in the church 
cemetery.
He was born Aug. 10, 1882, at Denmark, son of the late Jens and Dorothea 
Nielsen Sorenson.
He was married Aug. 30, 1910, at Gjerpen Evangelical Lutheran Church.  
His wife preceded him in death Aug. 31, 1958.
He was engaged in farming for 68 years at Valders, and was a lifelong member 
of Gjerpen Evangelical Lutheran Church and Church Brotherhood.
Among survivors are a son, Claude of Rt. 1, Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. 
Arlene Pech and Mrs. Harold Carstens of Manitowoc, and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. Sunday until 
11 a.m. Monday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state until 
the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Friday, December 26, 1958  pg. T-3
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 [Carl John Sorenson/8/11/1882 - 12/26/1958]

CLAUDE SORENSON

Claude A. Sorenson, age 83, of rural Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, May 11, 1996, at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be at 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, 1996, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm and Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate with burial in Gjerpen Cemetery.
He was born September 3, 1912, in Valders, son of the late Carl and Pauline Christianson Sorenson. He attended Madson School and farmed for many years in the town of Cato. He married Mildred Lutze December 12, 1942, at Trinity Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty. Claude was a member of the Valders Senior Citizens, and held various offices at Gjerpen and Faith Lutheran Churches.
Survivors include his wife, Mildred; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Roger, Manitowoc, Leroy and Karen, Manitowoc, Paul and Theresa of rural Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Beverly and Joseph Markovics, Manitowoc, Mardell and Donald Tienor, Valders; eleven grandchildren, four stepgrandchildren, one brother-in-law, Harold Carstens, Manitowoc; one sister-in-law, Betty Lou Lutze, Kiel; one cousin, Enanda (Chauncey) Reinertson, Manitowoc, and his faithful companion dog, Happy. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Arlene Pech and Viola Carstens and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church on Tuesday from 6 p.m. until the time of service.
Christian Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, May 12, 1996 
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[Claude Sorenson/9/3/1912 - 5/11/1996]


ELMER O. SORENSON

Elmer O. Sorenson, 80, of 1644 Benjamin St., Port Washington, died Wednesday night at St. AIphonsus Hospital, Port Washington, after a prolonged illness. 
He was born April 27, 1904, In Clay Banks, son of Henry and Carrie Halverson Sorenson. On Oct. 10, 1932, he married Ruth Wrolson. The couple moved to the Town of Wilson in 1960, where they farmed and owned and operated the Terry Andrae Kennels. She died in 1968. 
He was earlier employed as a mason, first with Worfel-Oeshalin Construction Co., then with Becker Construction Co., both of Milwaukee, before moving to the Town of Wilson. Mr. Sorenson was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Wilson, of Tannum Forest Lutheran Church, and was an honorary member of the Black River Riding Club. 
Survivors include four brothers, Kenneth, Virgil and Curtiss, all of Sturgeon Bay, and Harvey, of Menomonee, Mich.; and four sisters, Mrs. George Braunsdorf and Mrs. Ed Johnson, both of Sister Bay; Mrs. Avery Canniff of Juneau and Mrs. Howard Schlorf of Wauwatosa. He was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. 
Funeral services will be held at p.m. Saturday at Trinity Lutheran Church. The Rev. Arthur Anaker, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Jerpen Cemetery in Manitowoc County. 
Friends may call at Krostag-Huehns Funeral Home, Oostburg, from 4 p.m. Friday and until 11 a.m. Saturday and at the church from noon until the time of services. 
A memorial fund has been established in Mr. Sorenson's name. 
The Sheboygan Press  Thursday, November 29, 1984  pg. 4
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[Elmer O. Sorenson/1/1/1904 - 11/28/1984]


MAUDE SORENSON

Mrs. Elmer Sorenson, 65, of Rt. 1, Oostburg, died Thursday at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders. The Rev. Richard Buege will officiate and burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery, Valders. 
Mrs. Sorenson, the former Maude Wrolson, was born May 21, 1902, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the late Oscar and Alvina Osylson Wrolson, and married Mr. Sorenson Oct. 10, 1932, in Illinois. The couple farmed in the rural Oostburg area.
Survivors include a brother, Donald, of Rt. 1, Valders; two nieces and a nephew. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 26, 1968  P. T6
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[1/1/1902 - 1/25/1968] 


PAULINE SORENSON

Mrs. Carl Sorenson, 69, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, died Sunday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient for a week.
Funeral services will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Gjerpen Evangelical and Reformed Lutheran Church, Town of Cato. The Rev. Jerry E. Moe will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Sorenson was born Nov. 1, 1888, in Cato, daughter of the late Andrew and Anna Madson Christensen. She was married to Carl Sorenson Aug. 30, 1930, at Cato. She was lifelong member of Gjerpen Evangelical and Reformed Lutheran Church. 
Survivors include her husband; a son, (private; two daughters, (private); and nine grandchildren.
Friends may call at Berge Funeral Home, Valders, until 11 a.m. Wednesday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 2, 1958  P. 15
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[Alma Pauline Sorenson/11/15/1888 - 8/31/1958]


MILDRED SORENSON

Valders - Mildred M. Sorenson, age 97, a Manitowoc county resident, died on Thursday evening, December 21, 2017 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc.
Mildred was born on November 5, 1920 in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Arthur and Emma (Hecker) Lutze. On December 12, 1942 she married Claude Sorenson at Trinity Lutheran Church in the Town of Liberty. The couple owned and operated a dairy farm in the Town of Cato. He preceded her in death on May 11, 1996. Mildred was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Valders. She was actively involved in the Faith Lutheran Women's Group, Senior Christians Group, the Altar Guild and the Quilter's Group. Mildred was a member of the Valders Senior Center and the Progressive Homemaker Club. She also taught Sunday School for many years at the former Gjerpen Church.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law: Beverly and Joseph Markovics, Manitowoc, Mardell and Donald Tienor, Manitowoc; three sons and two daughters-in-law: Roger Sorenson, Manitowoc, Leroy and Karen Sorenson, Manitowoc; Paul and Theresa Sorenson, Rural Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; step grandchildren; step great grandchildren; one sister-in-law: Betty Lou Lutze, Kiel. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by one brother: Elroy Lutze; one brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Harold and Viola Carstens, and Arlene Pech; two infant brothers and two infant grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Ted Johanson with burial to take place at Gjerpen Cemetery, Valders.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com.
The Christianson and Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staffs at Laurel Grove and Shady Lane for their compassionate care and support given to Mildred and her family.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Dec. 24, 2017

AMELIA STEPHENSON

Mrs. Ole Stephenson, 92, lifelong county resident, died Sunday at the home 
of her niece, Mrs. john Watson, of 919 North Ninth street.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Gjerpen Lutheran 
church, the Rev. N.A. Beernsten officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Stephenson, Nee Amelia Gunderson was born in 1856 and in 1901 was 
married to Mr. Stephenson.  They located in Cato, where Mr. Stephenson 
operated a flour and woolen mill at Oslo.  The moved to this city in 1930.  
Mr. Stephenson died in 1936.  She was a member of the Ladies aid society 
of the Gjerpen congregation.
Survivors include a number of nieces and nephews.
The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary from 2 p.m. Tuesday until 
11 a.m. Wednesday when it will be moved to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Monday, August 2, 1948  pg. 2
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 [1856 - 8/1/1948] 

OLE STEPHENSON

O. STEPHENSON DIES AFTER A HEART ATTACK
Former Grist Mill And Wool Carding Plant Operator Passes Sunday Night
Ole Stephenson, 77, operator of a grist mill and later a wool carding plant at Oslo, town of Cato, for nearly 50 years, died Sunday night at the home, 1156 North Eighth street.   Death was due to a heart attack.
Although not in the best of health for several weeks, Mr. Stephenson was able to be about the home until late last week, when he was confined to his bed.
Funeral Wednesday
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Frazier mortuary and at 2:30 from the Gjerpen Lutheran church.  Interment will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Stephenson, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Olson, was born in this city in 1859.  When a young man his parents moved to Oslo, where his father built a flour and grist mil which he operated for years.  After the death of his father Mr. Stephenson continued the mill.
In 1907 the mill was destroyed by fire.  Mr. Stephenson then established the Oslo Woolen mills, a wool carding plant which he conducted until 1929 when he move to this city.  He continued this business at his home here.
Married In 1901
Although he took an interest in county and town politics Mr. Stephenson never held public office.  In 1901 he married Amelia Gunderson.  He was a member of the Men's club of the First Lutheran church.  
Survivors are his widow; a brother, Stephen, Appleton; and two sisters, Martha and Threne Stephenson, of this city.
The body is at the Frazier mortuary.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Monday, April 6, 1936  pg. 2
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 [3/1/1859 - 4/5/1936] 
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OSLO MILLS DAM WASHED OUT THURSDAY
Some Animal, Probably Mink, Started Undermining
LOSS IS SERIOUS; STOPS TWO MILLS
Damages to the extent of several hundreds of dollars have been caused by the washing out of the Oslo Mills dam west of the city, the damage being not only to the dam but to the owner of the two mills, Ole Stephensen, the operations of which are suspended until another power can be substituted for water. The washing out of the dam was caused by some animal, the identity of which is not as yet discovered, which undermined the dam by digging a small hole.
The leak began at about 7 o'clock Thursday evening and when discovered was beyond repair and a hole the size of a barrel had been washed out through which the entire mill pond consisting of nine feet of water had been drained. The leak was first seen by Mrs. Nels Stephensen of this city who is a visitor at the Stephensen home and was not however, aware of its serious import. Later, when the water drained rapidly it was took late to stop it and the entire pond was washed out and the two mills put out of commission. It is thought that a mink caused the damage.
The loss is a serious one to Charles Stewart who recently acquired the water power and may have the effect of hastening the start of the installation of the apparatus by which he intends to utilize the water power. It was contemplated by Mr. Stewart to drain the pond when he began his operations at the places and the inadvertent assistance to his plans may cause him to start at once rather the make repairs and drain the river again later. Mr. Stewart had not been informed of the incident this noon, Mr. Stephensen coming to town to apprise him and journeying to Two Rivers to meet him there.
Because of the heavy downpour of rain last night, residents of the Rapids thought nothing of the rising of the water and though the river was raised several inches and the water was flowing over the dam there, it was attributed to the rain. The mill pond is filled with fish swimming about in the low water and to catch them is an easy matter. The fish for the most part are carp however, and not considered edible.
The feed and grist mill at Oslo will be shut down for the present being engaged in grinding peas and not very busy just at this time but the woolen and carding mill suspend operations only for a few days, Mr. Stpehensen having already made plans for the substitution of other power to run the mill. Patrons will not be inconvenienced for any length of time and the mill will be running shortly, declares Mr. Stephensen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Fri., July 22, 1910

ANNETTE TEITGEN

Mrs. Annette Teitgen, 81, formerly of 903A Washington St., Manitowoc, 
died Friday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. She had resided at Shady 
Lane Home the past six months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in 
the Gjerpen Cemetery.
Mrs. Teitgen, nee Annette Anderson, was born May 2, 1887, in the Town 
of Cato, daughter of the late Nels and Augusta Mathisen Anderson. She 
attended Cato schools and was married to Mervin Geraldson in 1916 and 
he died shortly after the marriage.
On June 23, 1921, she was married to Herbert Teitgen and the couple 
lived at Milwaukee and Madison while he worked for the Bell Telephone 
Co., coming to Manitowoc in 1953. He died in December, 1953.
She was a member of the Eastern Star, Milwaukee Chapter, No.2; Royal 
Arch Chapter No. 7, charter member of the American Legion Auxiliary and 
the Bell Telephone Post Auxiliary, women’s auxiliary of the Shriners 
Hospital and the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary of Manitowoc. 
Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Norman Gustaveson of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, 
and Mrs. James Menishek Sr. of Branch, and nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Sunday 
until 11 a.m. Monday and then at the church from noon until time of services.
Memorials may be made to the Faith Lutheran Church memorial fund, Memorial 
Hospital or Shriners Hospital. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, February 22, 1969  P. 3
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[5/2/1887 - 2/21/1969]

CHRISTINE TERKELSEN

IN PROBATE.
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY OF MANITOWOC,
Probate Office, June 24th 1872. ss
IN the matter of the proof and probate of the last will and testament of Christina  Terkelson (sic), deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc. Whereas, an instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Christiana (sic) Terkelson, deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc has been filed in this office; and whereas appiication (sic) has been made by Syvert Terkelsen praying that the same be proven and admitted to Probate according to the laws of this State: Therefore, it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate Office in the City of Manitowoc in said County, on the Twenty-ninth day of July, A.D. 1872 at ten o'clock A.M. And it is further ordered, that notice shall be given to all persons interested in said will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the Manitowoc Tribune a newspaper printed in said County for three successive weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing. By the Court,
W.W. Waldo, County Judge.
Manitowoc Tribune, July 4, 1872 P. 4

HILDA CAROLINE TERKELSEN

Name: Terkelson, Hilda Caroline
D.: 8/7/1874
B.:
Reg. D.: 8/8/1879
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 1 Yr.
B.P.:
D.P.: Manitowoc Rapids
Cem.:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. A. O. Alfson
Spouse:
F.: Syvert Terkelsen
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.319


KATHERINE TERKELSON

Friends from the city attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Peter Terkleson, held at 
Madson Station today, the funeral being largely attended. Mrs. Terkleson's death 
followed a long illness of many months and occurred at the family home six miles 
from the city. She was 34 years of age and is survived by her husband and one 
daughter. The family came here from Sturgeon Bay a few years ago.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - May 23, 1911  


OSUL TERKELSEN

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT, MANITOWOC COUNTY.
Probate office, Oct. 7th A.D. 1874.
In the matter of the Proof and Probate of the last Will and Testament of Osul 
Terkessen (sic) deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc.
Whereas, an instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and Testament 
of Osul Terkessen (sic) deceased, late of Manitowoc has been filed in this office; 
and whereas application has been made by Syvert Terkessen (sic) praying that 
the same be proven and admitted to Probate according to the laws of this state.
Therefore it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate 
office in the city of Manitowoc, in said county, on the second day of November 
A.D. 1874 at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered, that notice shall be given to all persons interested in 
said will of the time and place of said hearing by publication of the same in the 
Manitowoc Pilot a newspaper printed in said county for three successive weeks, 
once each week, prior to the time of such hearing.
By the Court.
T.G. Olmsted, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, October 8, 1874 P. 1
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Osul Terkelsen, son of Terkel Osulsen and Berthe Nilsdatter, 
b 14 Sept 1804 Norway, d 24 Aug 1874. From Tveit. Immigrated 1850; 
appears in the congregational membership list of 1852-1853, from Two Rivers? Farmer in Manitowoc Rapids 1855-. 
m1 Asche Christensdatter. 
m2 22 Oct 1855 Gjerpen to Chistine, daughter of Halvor Aanunsen and M., 
b 1 April 1814 Norway, d 8 June 1872. 
Children: 
*Terkel b 6 June 1827; 
*Syvert b 24 March 1838; 
Berthe Mathilde b 16 Feb 1841 Birkenes Parish, m *Simen Halvorsen.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 195
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[Terkelson on cem. record]


MARGARET TERKELSON

Mrs. Sever Terkelson, 77, who resided with a daughter, Mrs. Maurice 
Goehring, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, died Thursday afternoon at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Gjerpen Lutheran 
Church.  The Rev. A.B. Holland will officiate and interment will be in the 
adjoining cemetery.
She was born Margaret Knutson in Fischer, Minn., July 3, 1877, and ten 
years later her parents moved to Manitowoc Rapids.  She was married to 
Sever Terkelson in 1902 and they located on a farm in the tow.  Her 
husband died in 1941.
Surviving are a son, Sherman, of Manitowish, Wis.; daughter, Mrs. Maurice 
Goehring of Rt. 4, Manitowoc; and eight grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. Saturday.  
The casket will be moved to the church at 11 a.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Friday, December 10, 1954  pg. T-5
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 [1877 - 12/10/1954]


ELLA TERKELSON

Typhoid Causes Death
Miss Ella Terkelson Fails to Survive Severe Attack of Disease
Four weeks illness of Miss Ella Terkelson terminated in her death on Sunday at the 
Holy Family hospital where she was taken in the advanced stage of her sickness, death 
being due to typhoid and nervous prostration.  The funeral will take place from the home 
709 Hancock Street at 11 am Wednesday and services will be continued at the Jerpen 
Church 2 pm conducted by Rev. Alfson. A mother, three sisters, Mrs. Halverson, 
California, Hilda and Jessie of this city and a brother, Sydney survive. Decedent was 
aged 29 years and was beloved by all who knew her.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Monday, May 11, 1908 
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Death Sunday in Holy Family Hospital of Miss Ella Terkelson of typhus with
which she had been ill for four weeks. The deceased leaves her mother, 3 
sisters and a brother. The body was taken to Jerpen yesterday and buried there.
Der Nord Westen, 14 May 1908


OLIVE ALTA TERKELSON

Olive Alta Terkelson, year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Severt Terkelson 
of Rapids, died today at the hospital in this city. The burial will be at Jerpen. 
Friends will tender sympathy.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Tues., Sept. 16, 1913
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[8/13/1912 - 9/12/1913]


PETER TERKELSON

Peter Terkelson, 81, of route 4, Manitowoc, lifelong resident of 
the county, and father of Mrs. Gretna Brown, county superintendent 
of schools, died Sunday morning at the Holy Family hospital following 
a lingering illness.
He was one of the last surviving members of the T. Terkelson family, 
which settled in Manitowoc Rapids in 1850.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Gjerpen Lutheran 
church, the Rev. N. A. Berntson officiating. Burial will be in the 
adjoining cemetery.
He was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 1868 and when a young man was employed 
in lumber camps in northern Wisconsin. In 1908 he married Miss Katherine 
Osmunson. They located on the homestead farm. Mrs. Terkelson died in 1911.
He served several years as town clerk and was treasurer of the Hillside 
school district in Manitowoc Rapids for 19 years. At one time he was 
secretary of the Rapids and Western Telephone company and secretary of 
the Scandinavian Mutual Insurance company of Manitowoc. 
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Brown, and a niece, Mrs. Morris Goehring, 
of route 4, Manitowoc. Six brothers and four sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. The casket will 
be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 14, 1949  P. 2


SEVERT C. TERKELSON

Funeral services were held today for Severt Terkelson, 70, town of 
Manitowoc Rapids farmer, who died Saturday. 
Services were held at 1:30 o’clock this afternoon from the Berge 
funeral home at Valders and at 2 o’clock from the Gjerpen Lutheran 
Church. The Rev. Martin Trygstad officiated and burial was in the 
adjoining cemetery. 
Surviving Mr. Terkelson are his widow, whom he married June 25, 1902, 
a daughter, Mrs. Maurice Goehring of Sheboygan, a son, Sherman of 
Milwaukee, two brothers, Peter of Manitowoc Rapids and Otto of 
Tigerton and four grandchildren.
Mr. Terkelson was born in Rapids May 15, 1871, and except for several 
years during which he served as a guard at the Wisconsin State Prison 
at Waupun, he spent his entire life in Rapids.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 24, 1941  P. 2
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 [1871 - 11/22/1941]

SIDNEY TERKELSON

SYDNEY O. TERKLESON IS DEAD; 29
Death Takes One of City's Best Known Young Men Friday
The uncertainty of human life, the futility of human ambition and the unpitying degree of Fate has never been more forcibly illustrated and brought home to Manitowoc than in the announcement Friday evening of the death of Sydney O. Terkleson, one of the city's best known and popular young men to whom death came after a brief illness at the home of his mother, N. Ninth Street. Mr. Terkleson had been ill for several weeks and the past few days his condition had precluded all possibility of recovery.
Mr. Terkelson's death is pathetically sad, a life of bright promise to friends and robbing a widow mother of her only son. Mr. Terkleson was a native of this county born at Rapids 29 years ago and always having made his home here. He attended the schools of the latter ten years ago when with his mother and three sisters he removed to the city and had since resided here. Attending the North Side school he later graduated from the County Training School for teachers and then entered the Stevens Point Normal for a time. Taking up teaching as a profession, Mr. Terkleson was forced to give up his school after a few months because of his health and entered the employ of Schuette Bros. co. as an office man, continuing with the company for seven years. A few months ago Mr. Terkleson became an employee of the Julius Lindstedt Co. as a solicitor. In Sept. he suffered an attack of illness that forced him to give up his work and the past few weeks had confined him to his home. His condition became gradually worse and the past few days, death's shadow has hovered about him and Friday evening, its mantle was thrown  about him and he passed out of life.
Sydney Terkleson was a young man of exemplary character possessed of a frank, genial nature, of social inclination and easy to make friends he had won the esteem of all with whom he came in contact and the announcement of his untimely death will call forth sincere sorrow and widespread sympathy for those called to mourn his demise. He was faithful and conscientious and in his various business relations had established a reputation that would have been a stepping stone to future success.
Terkleson is survived by his mother, Mrs. Mary Terkleson and three sisters, Hilda and Jessie, this city and Mrs. C.S. Halverson, Clinton, Wash.  Funeral arrangements have not been completed but the services will be in charge of Rev. Sheppley of the Presbyteerian church with which Mr. Terkleson had been identified and the body will be taken to Madson Station for interment.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Sat., Dec. 10, 1910   
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Funeral services for the late Sydney Terkelson were held at the home on North 8th St., Wednesday at 11:30 the body then taken to Madson Station for burial. The Presbyterian choir was present and rendered selections, Rev. Sheppley officiating. There were many beautiful floral offerings.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Thurs., Dec. 15, 1910
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Card of Thanks
To friends who by their sympathy and kindness sought to lighten our burden of sorrow on the death of our beloved son and brother, we desire to express our heartfelt thanks and we are especially grateful for the flowers sent during his illness and for the funeral.
Mrs. Terkleson & family
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Fri., Dec. 16, 1910

SYVERT TERKELSON

Syvert Terkelson, a pioneer resident of the town of Rapids, died at his home 
in that township yesterday, aged 60 years.  He was one of the most widely 
known men of that section and his death will be generally regretted.
The funeral will be held at 12 o'clock next Wednesday under the auspices 
of the Gjerpen society, of which the deceased was a leading member.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  Monday, December 5, 1898
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Sievert Terkelson of Manitowoc Rapids died on Sunday last. He had been 
in poor health for some time. He was an intelligent man and one who worked 
for the public good. He was much interested in educational matters and served 
a long time as an officer of the school district in which he lived. Mr. Terkelson's 
death is a loss to the community among which he lived.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 8, 1898  pg. 3
(only cemetery with this surname)
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Syrvest Terkleson
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name	Syrvest Terkleson
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1898
Event Place	Manitowoc Rapids, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Manitowoc Rapids,
Gender	Male
Age	60
Race	W
Occupation	Farmer
Birth Date	24 Mar 1838
Birth Year (Estimated)	1838
Birthplace	Norway
Burial Place	Cato,
Cemetery	Jherpin Cemetery
Father's Name	Osel Terkleson
Father's Birthplace	Norway
Mother's Name	Christina Terkleson
Mother's Birthplace	Norway
Spouse's Name	Mary Terkleson
Additional Relatives	X
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch
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Syvert Terkelson, son of *Osul Terkelsen and Asche Christensdatter, 
b 24 March 1838, d 4 Dec 1898 Manitowoc Rapids. Farmer in Manitowoc Rapids. 
m 23 April 1869 Manitowoc County to Severine Maria, daughter of "Hans Hanson and Christine Hansdatter, 
b 3 Feb 1852, bp 18 Dec 1852, d 27 Oct 1931. Joined Manitowoc Congregation 1900; living in Manitowoc 1910. 
Children: 
Elvine Christine b 31 Jan 1870, m *Christoffer Halvorsen; 
Hilda Caroline b 8 June 1872, d 14 Aug 1872; 
Hilda Karoline b 15 Aug 1873, d 7 Aug 1874; 
Hilda Odelia b 3 April 1876; 
Ella Mathilde b 18 Nov 1878, d 10 May 1908 Manitowoc; 
Sidney Oscar b 21 Jan 1881, d 9 Dec 1910; 
Jessie Luella b 25 Sept 1883.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 219, 220


NILS THOMPSON BERGE (Thompson Lot)

Nels Thompson Berge
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials
Name	Nels Thompson Berge
Gender	Male
Burial Place	Cato,
Death Date	01 Oct 1895
Death Place	Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age	38
Birth Date	05 Dec 1857
Birthplace	Cato,
Race	White
Father's Name	Gudm Thompson Berge
Mother's Name	Hage Nelsen
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch
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Nels Thompson Berge
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name	Nels Thompson Berge
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1895
Event Place	Cato, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Gender	Male
Age	38
Race	W
Birth Date	05 Dec 1857
Birth Year (Estimated)	1857
Birthplace	Cato,
Burial Place	Cato,
Cemetery	Gjerpen Congregation
Father's Name	Gudm Thompson Berge
Mother's Name	Hage Nelson
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch

BETTY JANE THONE

Betty Jane Thone, 41, of Clarks Mills, died Thursday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Thone was born Apr. 26, 1932 at Clarks Mills, daughter of the late Raymond and Christina Kresser Thone. She had been employed at Globe Laundry, Manitowoc, for 21 years.
Survivors include her parents; four brothers, Donald, of Rt. 1, Cato, Raymond of New Holstein, Ralph of Manitowoc and Kenneth of Chilton; four sisters, Mrs. Charles Kulnick, Mrs. Donald Licht and Mrs. Ronald Wisnowski of Manitowoc and Mrs. Leonard Kohlmann of Rt. 4, Manitowoc and 21 nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 pm Sunday until 11:30 pm Monday and at the church from noon until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald times - Fri., Nov. 2, 1973 - page 3
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[4/26/1932 - 11/1/1973]

CARRIE THONE

Mrs. Olaf Thone, 73, died Sunday night at the homestead farm near 
Clarks Mills. 
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2:30 p.m. from the Berge 
funeral home, Valders, and at three o’clock from the Gerjpen Lutheran 
church, the Rev. E. A. Fretheim officiating. Burial will be in the 
church cemetery.
Mrs. Thone, the former Carrie Moe, was born near Northfield, Minn., 
and moved to Cato in 1888. She was married to Mr. Thone January 29, 
1890 and located on the present homestead farm. The couple observed 
their golden wedding last January, at which the couple’s eight sons 
and daughters were present. Mr. Thone died in April.
Survivors are three sons, Ray and Gordon of Cato and Orin of Suring, 
Wis.; five daughters, Mrs. Peter Robley, and Mrs. Olaf Olson of Cato, 
Mrs. Emma Miller of Suring, Mrs. Norman Anderson of this city, Mrs. 
Otis Karstad of Valders; sister, Mrs. Trubert Allen of Stockbridge, 
Wis., and 34 grandchildren. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 3, 1940  P. 2
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[7/25/1871 - 9/1/1940]

CHRISTINA M. THONE

Christina M. Thone, age 89, of Manitowoc, formerly of Clarks Mills, died early Thursday morning, April 10, 1997, at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 14, 1997, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, Rev. William Timm and Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate with burial to follow Gjerpen Cemetery.
She was born June 25, 1907, in St. Louis, Mo., daughter of the late August and Philipina Ilk Kresser. She attended St. Peter’s School in Collins. She married Raymond Thone June 15, 1929, in Cudahy, Wis. Christina was a member of Faith Lutheran Church Women and was very active in Faith Quilting Women.
Survivors include four sons and three daughters-in-law, Donald and Elaine, Clarks Mills, Raymond and Lorraine, New Holstein, Ralph, Manitowoc, Kenneth and Mary Ann, New Holstein; four daughters and three sons-in-law, Bertha Kulnick, Manitowoc, Audrey and Donald Leicht, Manitowoc, Margaret and Ronald Wisnowski, Sun Prairie, Marlene and Leonard Kohlmann, Manitowoc; one brother and sister-in-law, John and Nell Kresser, Cudahy; one sister, Bertha Johnson, Kiel; 21 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren. She is further survived by nieces,nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband in November of 1985; a daughter, Betty Jane; two grandchildren, Jeffery Thone and Terry Kohlmann; a son-in-law, Charles Kulnick; five brothers and six sisters.
Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church and Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
Christianon-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family.
Herald Times Reporter, April 10, 1997  P. A2

GORDON B. THONE

Two County Men Action Victims On French Soil 
Two youths from the county were killed in action on French soil in 
August, according to messages received by their parents from the War 
department over the weekend.
PFC. Paul G. Hynek, 19 (photo), son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hynek of 
Manitowoc Rapids, was killed on August 13, while PFC. Gordon R. Thone 
of Clarks Mills who was reported slightly wounded on August 19, died 
of his injuries on that day. 
Raymond C. Thone, Cato, route 1, learned of his brother’s death Monday. 
This message followed one he received last Wednesday telling that his 
brother had been slightly wounded. 
PFC. Thone was born Nov. 25, 1909 at Clarks Mills, the son of the late 
Mr. and Mrs. Olaf Thone. He attended schools in the town of Cato. 
In Army Two Years
Among his survivors are five sisters, Mrs. Peter Robley, Clarks Mills; 
Mrs. Otis Korstad; Valders; Mrs. Olaf Olson, Manitowoc; Mrs. John Miller, 
Suring and Mrs. Norman Anderson, Manitowoc; and two brothers, Raymond, 
Clarks Mills and Orin Thone, Suring. 
PFC. Thone was inducted into the Army in June, 1942, and received training 
at Camp Polk, La., Rice, Calif., Camp Picket, Pa., and Indiantown Gap, Pa. 
He left this country in August, 1943, going to England, and participated 
in the invasion of France. He was with an infantry regiment. 
Thone was a member of the Gjerpen church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 5, 1944  P. 2


OLAF THONE

Olaf Thone, 77, pioneer of town of Cato resident, died Friday night 
at the family home at Clarks Mills after having suffered a stroke. 
Mr. and Mrs. Thone celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on 
January 29th.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Berge 
funeral home at Valders and at 2 o’clock at the Gjerpen Lutheran 
church, the Rev. E. A. Fretheim officiating. Burial will be in the 
church cemetery.
Mr. Thone is survived by the widow, five daughters, Mrs. Emma Miller 
of Oconto, Mrs. Lillie Olson of Clover, Mrs. Peter Robley of Clarks 
Mills, Mrs. Gladys Anderson of Manitowoc and Mrs. Ruth Korstad of 
Valders; three sons, Ray and Gordon of the town of Cato and Orin of 
Oconto, and 36 grandchildren.
The body will lie in state at the Berge funeral home from Sunday 
until the hour of the funeral on Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, April 13, 1940  P. 4
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Olaf Olson Thone, son of *Erik Olsen Thon and Ragnild Olsdatter, 
b 20 May 1863 bp Manitowoc County, d 1940. Farm laborer, Cato 1900-1910. 
m 29 Jan 1890 Gjerpen Church to Karl, daughter of *Theodore Moe and Rangdi Syversen, 
b July 1871 Norway, d 1940. Immigrated 1874. 
Children: 
Karl Edvin d 26 April 1891 age 5 months, residing for the time being in Gjerpen, bur Valders; 
Emma Regine b 16 June 1892 bp Gjerpen, m 13 Feb 1912 Gjerpen to John Alfred Miller b 1885; 
Ida Alvine b 30 Aug 1894 bp Gjerpen; 
Lilly Alvine b 15 Jan 1899 Wittenberg bp Gjerpen, m 7 May 1921 St Pauls to Olaf Olson; 
Ida b 18 Aug 1901, d 6 Oct 1983 Manitowoc, m 6 Aug 1921 Gjerpen to Peter son of *Peder K. Robley; 
Gladys Theodora b 10 Nov 1903 bp Gjerpen; 
Clarence Raymond b 11 Feb 1907 bp Gjerpen, d 1985 Manitowoc, m 15 June 1929 Cudahy to Christina Kresser; 
Orin Juul b 23 Jan 1909 bp Gjerpen; 
Gordon Bennett Edwin b 25 Nov 1911 bp Gjerpen; 
Nanna Ruth Vivian b 15 July 1914 bp Gjerpen. 
(Manitowoc County Historical Society Newsletter 9:4)
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke
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[5/20/1863 - 4/12/1940]

RALPH R. THONE

Ralph R. Thone, age 66, of 3727 Dale St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, March 20, 2002, at his residence.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 23, 2002, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. William Timm with burial at Gjerpen Cemetery, town of Cato.
He was born Aug. 18, 1935, in Clarks Mills, son of the late Raymond C. and Christina Kresser Thone. Ralph attended River Bend School in Clarks Mills. He was a lifelong resident of Manitowoc County and was employed at Weyerhaeuser Company, retiring in 1998. Ralph was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and Manitowoc Eagles Aerie #706. He enjoyed ice fishing, hunting, hiking and attending all functions of his great-nieces and nephews.
Survivors include three brothers and sisters-in-law: Donald and Elaine Thone, Clarks Mills; Raymond and Lorraine Thone, New Holstein; Kenneth and Mary Ann Thone, New Holstein; four sisters and two brothers-in-law: Bertha Kulnick, Manitowoc; Audrey and Donald Leicht, Manitowoc; Margaret Wisnowski, Sun Paririe; Marlene and Leonard Kohlmann, Manitowoc. Also survivng are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by a sister: Betty Jane Thone; two brothers-in-law: Charles Kulnick nad Ronald Wisnowski; and two nephews: Jeffery Thone and Terry Kohlmann.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Firth Lutheran Church, Valders, from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday (TONIGHT) and Saturday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Friday, March 22, 2002  pg. A3


RAYMOND C. THONE

Raymond C. Thone, 78, of North Ridge Care Center, formerly of Clarks Mills, died Sunday afternoon, November 3, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Carl Peters and Rev. Michael Hamilton will officiate with burial to follow at Gjerpen Cemetery.
Mr. Thone was born February 11, 1907 at Clarks Mills, son of the late Olaf and Carrie Moe Thone. He attended River Bend Schools and had been employed at Medusa Cements, retiring in 1967. He married the former Christina Kresser on June 15, 1929 at Cudahy, Wisconsin.
Survivors include his wife, Christina of Manitowoc; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Donald and Elaine of Clarks Mills, Raymond and Lorraine of New Holstein, Ralph of Manitowoc and Kenneth and Mary Ann of Chilton; four daughters and sons-in-law, Bertha and Charles Kulnick, Audrey and Donald Leicht, Margaret and Ronald Wisnowski and Marlene and Leonard Kohlmann, all of Manitowoc; 22 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren also survived.  He was preceded in death by a daughter, Betty Jane; five sisters, two brothers and a grandson.   Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday evening. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home of Valders assisted the family.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Monday, Nov. 4, 1985 - page 4 

GUNDER TOLLEFSON

Gunder Tollefson, 91, one of the county’s oldest residents, died 
Friday night at 10:30 o’clock at the home of Knut Qualley, Town of 
Eaton, where he had lived for the last 20 years. 
Mr. Tollefson was born in Norway, Nov. 26, 1845, and with his wife 
came to this country in 1878. They established their home on a farm 
at Clarks Mills which they operated until Mrs. Tollefson’s death 
in 1917.
There are no children and no other close relatives surviving. 
The body will be removed to the Qualley home from the Berge funeral 
home at Valders Tuesday morning at 9 o’clock. The funeral services 
will be held Tuesday afternoon at 1 o’clock from the Qualley 
residence and at 2 o’clock at the Gjerpen church. The Rev. E. A. 
Fretheim will officiate and burial will be in the adjoining 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 18, 1937  P. 2
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Gunder Tollefsen, son of Tollef Gundersen and Gunhild Haakensdatter, 
b 26 Nov 1845 Viste in Vestre Slidre, d 1937. Immigrated 1878. Farmer in Cato. 
m c1873 to Ingeborg, daughter of Knud Olsen and Jorand Knudsdatter, 
brother *Knud, sister m *Anders O. Aabol, 
b 18 Sept 1831 Qvale in Vestre Slidre, d 30 or 31 Dec 1916. 
Their child Jorgina was apparently Ingeborg's niece Jorond, 
daughter of Ole Jensen and Kari Knudsdatter, 
b 28 Sept 1872 Qvaleeie, m *Knud T. Johnson.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 72
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[11/26/1845 - 10/15/1937]


INGEBORG TOLLEFSON

Mrs. Gunder Tolafson(sic), an aged resident of the village, passed 
away at her home after a few months’ illness. She is survived by her 
husband and an adopted daughter. The funeral was held Wednesday with 
burial at Jerpen, Rev. Alfson officiated.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, January 08, 1917, Page 4
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[1831 - 12/31/1916]


MARY TOLLEFSON (b. 1842)

Miss Mary Tollefson, one of the oldest residents of the city, 
died at her home at 1112 Huron street last night after a 
prolonged illness. Interment will be at Madsen Station, Rev. 
Alfson in charge.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 2, 1916 P.8
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1900 Mtwc. Rapids census: head Randi female age 82; dau. Mary age 58 (b. 1842)
1910 Manitowoc census: Marite Tollefson age 73; dau. Matena age 39; son Walter age 37


RANDI TOLLEFSON

5 GENERATIONS AT A FUNERAL 
Mrs. Randi Tollefson was One of Oldest County Residents.
Five generations of the family were represented at the funeral of 
the late Mrs. Randi Tollefson, of Cato, one of the oldest pioneers 
of the county who was buried at Jerpen Sunday. Mrs. Tollefson was 
in her ninety-second year when death claimed her, having been born 
in Norway in 1818. The family located at Branch a half century ago 
and later removed to Cato where the husband died twelve years ago. 
Of eleven children, six are living including Mrs. Knut Johnson, 
Michigan avenue this city, Mrs. O. Erickson, Cato, and Miss Mary 
who made her home with her mother. Seventeen grandchildren, ten 
great grandchildren and one great great grandchild also survive 
Mrs. Tollefson.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, October 18, 1909  P. 1
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Death last week in Town Cato of Mrs. Randi Tolefson of old age debility. The
deceased was born in Norway in 1818 and came to Manitowoc County over 50 years
ago. Her husband preceded her in death 12 years ago. She is survived by 6 children,
17 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. The
funeral was held Sunday in Jerpen.
Der Nord Westen, 21 Oct. 1909
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Notes from Cato.
Mrs. Thor Tollefson, a pioneer settler of the county, died Oct. 15. She was born at 
Valders, Norway, Feb. 20, 19818, and was therefore 91 years and 9 months of age. 
She was married Jan. 5th 1840. Her maiden name was Randi T. Skroviken. The 
couple celebrated their golden wedding Jan. 5th, 1890, at Branch, where they resided 
at that time. Mrs. Tollefson is survived by 6 children, 25 grand children, 10 great grand 
children and 1 great, great grandchild. The children present at the funeral were 
Mrs. C. Nilson of Sawyer, Wis., Mrs. Knut Johnson of Manitowoc, Mrs. O. K. 
Erickson and Miss Mary Tollefson of Quarry. Rev. A. Alfson officiated at the funeral 
which was held from Gerpen church.
Manitowoc Pilot, October 28, 1909
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(Order to Hear Petition for Administration.)
STATE OF WISCOSIN (sic) MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT, In Probate.
In the Matter of the Estate of Randi Tollefson. Deceased, Intestate.
On reading and filing the petition of Ida Johnson, of City of Manitowoc, in said county, 
representing among other things that Randi Tollefson an inhabitant of said county, on the 
20th (sic) day of October A.D. 1909, at town of Cato in said county died intestate. 
leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is a daughter of said 
deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Charles E. Brady granted.
It is Ordered, that said petition be heard at a special term of said County Court, to be 
held on Tuesday, the 19th day of April, A.D. 1910 at 10 o'clock A.M. at the office of 
the County Judge, in the city of Manitowoc, in said County.
Ordered Further, that notice of the time and place so appointed, be given to all persons 
interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing, 
in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc in said County.
Dated at Manitowoc the 18th day of March A.D. 1910.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Hougen & Brady, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 24, 1910 P. 4


AANEN TORJUSEN

Aunin Torrison of Manitowoc Rapids died on Monday of this week at the 
advanced age of 70 years.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 14, 1895  pg. 3
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Aanun Torjusen, son of *Torjus Kjostelsen and Gunild Aanunsdatter, 
b 10 Dec 1829 Norway, d 10 Feb 1895 Manitowoc Rapids. 
Inherited Nerstuen in Bygland, which he sold 1846. Immigrated 1851. 
Farmer in Manitowoc Rapids. Civil War veteran. 
m 21 June 1855 Gjerpen to Anne, daughter of Gunder Aanunsen and Marthe Jensdatter, 
brothers *Gunder and *Jens, ?sister m *Christopher Knudsen, 
b 1 June 1821 or 1822 Froland, d 15 Nov 1901 bur Gjerpen. Immigrated 1853. 
Children: Gunild Maria b 24 Oct 1856, m *Jens Martin Halvorsen; 
Marthe Jesine b 1 July 1858, m 16 Feb 1882 Manitowoc Rapids to Emil Ludvig son of *Ole Jensen; 
Birthe Christine, b 26 Nov 1859, m *Knud K. Vigen; 
Alice Gurine b 14 Sept 1861, d 19 Feb 1874; 
Thomine Osine b 29 March 1863, d 17 Dec 1888 Mayville, Dakota, bur Gjerpen, 
m 7 Jan 1886 Manitowoc Rapids, to Peder Anthon Bjorn 
(their child Aurora Elvilde d 25 Aug 1889 Mayville, age 3/4 year, bur Gjerpen); 
Caroline b 3 March 1865, m 10 Feb 1898 Manitowoc Rapids to Halvor Severin Nilsen Egeland; 
fosterson Cornelius, son of John and Julia Regan, b 4 March c1880.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 23


ANNE TORJUSEN

Mrs. Aanun Torrison has died in Manitowoc Rapids at the age 
of 80. The deceased, who was born in Norway but who has lived 
in our county since 1848, leaves 5 children. The funeral was 
held Sun. in Jerpen.
Der Nord Westen, 21 Nov. 1901
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[6/1/1821 - 11/15/1901]

ALBERT H. TOSTENSON

Albert Tostenson, 83, of Manitowoc, died Thursday evening in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 2 pm Sunday in Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery.
Mr. Tostenson was born May 14, 1895 in Wallingford, Iowa, son of the late Halvor And Anna Gullickson Tostenson. He attended Wittenberg Academy and was a veteran of World War I. He married Myrtle Peterson July 26, 1922 at Gjerpen Church. Mr. Tostenson farmed and was employed with Valders Oil Co., retiring in 1960. He was a member of Valders American Legion, Valders Senior Citizens and Faith Lutheran Church, where he held many offices.
Survivors include his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Marion) Tuschl of Manitowoc and Mrs. Keith (Audrey) Wolfman of Milwaukee; two brothers, Sigwardt Tostenson of Manitowoc and Bernard Tostenson of Cambridge, Ohio; six grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call in Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 4 pm to 9 pm Saturday and in the church from 12:30 pm Sunday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Ties - Friday Jue 23, 1978 - page 3
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[Albert H. Tostenson/5/14/1895 - 6/22/1978] 

ANNA M. TOSTENSON

Mrs. Anna Tostenson, 85, who lived with her son, Albert, on a farm 
in the town of Cato, died early this morning at the farm home after 
a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Berge funeral 
home in Valders and at 2 p.m. at the Grace Lutheran church in that 
village, the Rev. M. O. Dale officiating. Burial will be in the Gjerpen 
church cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Sunday noon until time 
of services.
She was born in 1859 in the town of Liberty, and was married in Graettinger, 
Ia., to Mr. Tostenson. He died many years ago and in 1910 she moved to 
Manitowoc county again with her children. 
She is survived by three sons, Albert, at home; Bernhardt, Reed City, Mich., 
and Sigward, Manitowoc; two brothers, Iver Gulickson and Ole Gulickson, 
town of Liberty; one sister, Miss Gustave Gulickson, town of Liberty. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, September 7, 1945  P. 2

MYRTLE TOSTENSON

Myrtle Tostenson, 82, of 712 Mac Arthur Dr., Manitowoc, formerly of Valders, died Tuesday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery.
Mrs. Tostenson, nee Myrtle Pederson, was born September 8, 1896 in the Town of Cato, daughter of the late Halvor and Karen Madson Pederson. She attended Madson School and was married to Albert Tostenson July 26, 1922 in Gjerpen Church. Mrs. Tostenson was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, America Lutheran Church Women, Progressive Homemakers and Valders Senior Citizens.  She was a Sunday School teacher for many years in Gjerpen Church.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Marion) Tuschl of Manitowoc and Mrs. Keith(Audrey) Wolfman of Milwaukee; six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Her husband preceded her in death June 22, 1978. Four brothers and two sisters also preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and in the church from noon Friday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Wednesday, Jan. 17, 1979 - page 3
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[Myrtle Tostenson/9/8/1896 - 1/16/1979]

MARIAN C. TUSCHL

Marian C. Tuschl, age 88, of 2115 Cappaert Rd. Manitowoc, died on Sunday morning, 
November 11, 2012 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Marian was born on September 1, 1924 in Manitowoc to the late Albert & Myrtle (Pederson) 
Tostenson. She was a graduate of Valders High School with the class of 1942 and then 
attended Manitowoc Business College. On May 22, 1946 she married Robert E. Tuschl in 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on April 17, 2007. Marian was employed with 
Manitowoc Health Care in the pharmacy department. She was a longtime member of First 
Lutheran Church of Manitowoc and a member of D.A.V. Chapter 24. 
Survivors include one son: Mark Tuschl of Sturgeon Bay and his son Jack; three daughters 
and sons-in-law, Kathleen and Alan Sprenger of Appleton and their children: Jessica (Chris) 
Schulenburg and their sons: Noah and Max; Tyler (Susan) Sprenger and their daughters: 
Nora and Natalie; Julie and Larry Wood of Manitowoc and their children: Shane (Keri) 
Delsman and their son: Finn, Jason Delsman, Lacey (Ben) Landgraf, Logan, Parker and Chloe 
Wood; Heidi & Gary Skaar of Madison and their children: Dane & Tucker Skaar; one sister, 
Audrey Wolfman of Milwaukee; three sisters-in-law & two brothers-in-law, Marie Helgeson 
of Manitowoc, Pat & Norbert Ahl of Clarks Mills, Jerry & Annette Tuschl of Clarks Mills; 
special niece and nephew, Beth Lubetski & Bruce (Tennae) Wolfman. Other relatives and 
friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by eight brothers-in-law and 6 sisters-in-law: 
Keith Wolfman, Norbert and Margaret Tuschl, Gordon and Ruth Tuschl, Frank and Dorothy 
Tuschl, Frances and Carlton Wickenberg, Betty and William Bredeson, Dorothy and Otto 
Severson and Walter Helgeson. 
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 16, 2012 at First Lutheran 
Church of Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Roald Harswick. Cremation 
has occurred at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and Marian will be laid to rest at 
Gjerpen Cemetery, town of Cato.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, November 16, 2012 from 9:00 am until 
10:45 a.m.. 
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff of Aurora Medical 
Center, Manitowoc County, especially the ICU staff and also to Harmony West of Manitowoc 
for the compassionate care given to Mom and Dad over the years. 
Mom was a loving, caring person who had a sparkle in her eye. She was always ready to help, 
guide, and support. Mom enjoyed gardening and knitting, and was very proud of her Norwegian 
heritage. She had a strong faith in the Holy Spirit and lived her faith. She will be greatly missed 
by all who loved her.  
Online Obituary.

ROBERT E. TUSCHL

Robert E. Tuschl, age 84, of 2115 Cappaert Road, Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening, April 17, 2007, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers, surrounded by his loving family. 
He was born April 2, 1923, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Frank and Ida (Gintner) Tuschl. Bob was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army overseas in the European Theater. On May 22, 1946, he married Marian Tostenson in Manitowoc. The couple celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in May 2006. After returning from the war, he attended Sheboygan business college. Bob was employed with Mirro Aluminum in the accounting department for 30 years, retiring in 1983. He was also owner/operator of Bob's Self Service Car Wash for several years. Bob was a former county board supervisor for six years and a charter member of the Disabled American Veterans Association of Two Rivers, VFW Otto Oas Post 659, Travelers Protective Association and a former usher at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
Survivors include his wife: Marian Tuschl, Manitowoc; a son: Mark Tuschl, Sturgeon Bay, and his son: Jack Tuschl; three daughters and sons-in-law: Kathleen and Alan Sprenger, Appleton, and their children: Jessica (Chris) Schulenburg and their son: Noah, Tyler (Susan) Sprenger; Jule and Larry Wood, Manitowoc and their children: Shane (Keri) Delsman; Logan and Parker Wood; Heidi and Gary Skaar, Madison, and their children: Dane and Tucker Skaar; two sisters and a brother-in-law: Marie Helgeson, Manitowoc; Pat and Norbert Ahl, Clarks Mills; and two brothers and sisters-in-law: Frank Tuschl Jr., Manitowoc; Jerry and Annette Tuschl, Clarks Mills; Audrey Wolfman, Milwaukee; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters-in-law: Gordon and Ruth Tuschl, Norbert and Margaret Tuschl; and three sisters and five brothers-in-law: Dorothy and Otto Severson; Betty and William Bredeson; Frances and Carlton Wickesberg; Walter Helgeson; and Keith Wolfman; 
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 21, 2007, at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the memorial service will be the Rev. Steven Olson with burial of the cremated remains at Gjerpen Cemetery, Valders. Military graveside rites will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post 659. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Saturday, April 21, 2007, until the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
The family wishes to thank Pastors Steven Olson, Steven and Marcia Solberg, Harmony West, Dr. Laliberte, nursing staff and hospice staff at Aurora Medical Center, for all of their continued love and support. Bob was a kind and loving father and was adored by his children and grandchildren. He was a great outdoorsman and loved camping, hunting and fishing. He was an avid golfer at Meadow Links where he even shot a hole-in-one. Bob was a great patriot who loved the flag. He fought in the Battle of the Bulge in World War II. He will be dearly missed by all. We love you. 
Manitowoc Herald Times  Thursday, April 19, 2007  pg. A6


FRANK J. VAN LANNEN

Frank J. Van Lannen, 67, of Route 1 Cato, died Friday morning in Marinette County. Funeral services will be 11 am Monday in Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Van Lannen was born March 12, in Stiels, son of the late Mathew and Theresa Duea Van Lannen. He received his education in Two Rivers. Mr. Van Lannen was a mechanic and farmer all of his life. He married Ruth Bergene, September 23, 1925 in Waukegan, Ill. The couple resided at Route 1, Cato most of their lives.
Survivors include his wife; a son and daughter-in-law, Lawrence and Gladys Van Lannen of Route 1, Cato; a daughter and son-in-law, Emily and Daniel Fink of Two Rivers; a brother, Alvin of Route 1, Manitowoc; a sister Marion Hensel of Manitowoc; and three grandchildren. Five brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Christiansen-Deja Funeral Home, Valders from 4 pm to 9 pm Sunday and Monday from noon until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald times - Saturday, July 8, 1978 - page 3
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[Frank J. Van Lannen/3/12/1911 - 7/10/1978]


RUTH VAN LANNEN

Ruth S. VanLannen, age 89, of 2508 36th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening, December 13, 2000, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 16, 2000, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm will officiate with burial in Gjerpen Cemetery.
She was born July 21, 1911, in the town of Cato, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Knuth and Emma Anderson Bergene. On September 23, 1935, she married Frank VanLannen, in Waukegan, Ill. He preceded her in death in July 1978. She was formerly employed at Aluminum Specialty and was a member of Faith Lutheran Church Women.
Survivors include a daughter, Emily Fink, Two Rivers; a son, Lawrence Fink, Manitowoc; three grandsons, Robert Fink, Manitowoc, Richard (Petra) Fink, Reedsville, and Tomas Fink, Reedsville; one granddaughter, Suzanne Luetjen, Kaukauna; two great grandchildren; and two step great grandchildren; one daughter-in-law, Gladys VanLannen, Reedsville; one brother, Kenneth Bergene, Manitowoc; one sister, Alma Brandt, Greenleaf; a special friend, William D. Schwartz, Two Rivers. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, one sister and a son-in-law, Daniel Fink.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Saturday.
Christianson & Deja Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 15, 2000  P. A3
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[Ruth Van Lannen/7/21/1911 -12/13/2000]

JOHN KNUDSON VOLSTAD

John Knudsen Volstad, b 10 June 1800 Norway, d 20 Jan 1883 bur Gjerpen. 
Immigrated 1856. Farmer in Cato. 
m Turi Johnsdatter. 
Children: 
Kari b 14 June 1831, m *Kittel Larsen; 
Maria b 14 Feb 1838; 
Anne b 6 May 1839 Drangedal, m *Gullik Nilsen; 
Knud b 23 Feb c1845, d 19 June 1882.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg; 108
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[d. 1/20/1883]


CARRY VROLSON

Caroline Johnson Vrolson
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials
Name	Caroline Johnson Vrolson
Gender	Female
Burial Place	Man. Co., Wis.
Death Date	11 Sep 1900
Death Place	Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age	62
Birth Date	24 May 1838
Birthplace	Norway
Occupation	Housewife
Race	White
Marital Status	Married
Spouse's Name	Knut Vrolson
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch
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Caroline Johnson Vrolson
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name	Caroline Johnson Vrolson
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1900
Event Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Manitowoc, Wis.
Gender	Female
Age	62
Marital Status	Married
Race	W
Occupation	Housewife
Birth Date	24 May 1838
Birth Year (Estimated)	1838
Birthplace	Norway
Burial Place	Man. Co., Wis.
Cemetery	Cem. of Cato
Spouse's Name	Knut Vrolson
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch
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[5/24/1838 - 9/12/1900]


KNUT VROLSON

Death Saturday at the advanced age of 88 of Kund Vrolson, well-known 
resident of Branch, of old age debility. He leaves several children. 
The funeral was Tuesday in Jerpen.
Der Nord Westen, 02 Aug. 1906
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[1826 - 7/28/1906]


WILLIE VROLSON

William Vralson(sic) was taken suddenly ill at his boarding place, 
Tenth and Marshall streets Saturday evening and was removed to Holy 
Family hospital where he died several hours after. He had been ailing 
for some time and was not confined to his bed. He was forty-seven years
of age having been born on a farm in this county Feb. 2, 1873 and
was never married. He leaves two brothers and two sisters. They are
Oscar of this city, Knut residing in the west, Mrs. Halver Halverson
and Mrs. Andrew Johnson in the town of Rapids. The funeral will be
held from the undertaking parlors of Urbanek and Wattawa tomorrow
afternoon at one o'clock with interment at Jerpen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, September 13, 1920  p.4
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[2/2/1873 - 9/12/1920]


BERTHA C. WIGEN

Mrs. Bertha C. Wigen, 80, died yesterday on the homestead farm in 
the town of Manitowoc Rapids, now operated by her son, Walter. She 
had been seriously ill a week.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m., from the home 
and at two o'clock from the Gjerpen Evangelical Lutheran church, 
the Rev. E.A. Fretheim officiating. Burial will be in the church 
cemetery.
Mrs. Wigen, nee Bertha Torrison, was born on the homestead in 1859, 
where she spent more of her life. She was the daughter of Aaron and 
Annie Torrison. She was married in 1879 to Knut Wigen and they 
located on a farm in Iowa. After 20 years in that state Mr. and Mrs. 
Wigen returned to this county. Mr. Wigen died in 1923.
Mrs. Wigen was a prominent church worker and was a charter member 
and first secretary-treasurer of the Riverside Ladies Aid society. 
She was recently presented with a memory wreath by the society and 
a gift of money was sent to foreign missions in her honor. Plans 
were under way by various church societies to honor Mrs. Wigen on 
her birthday in November.
She had a keen mind and could recall many dates of early day events 
in her life.
The body may be viewed at the Walter Wigen home from Friday noon 
until the hour of services Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 28, 1939 P.2


KNUT K. WIGEN

FUNERAL OF KNUT WIGEN ON SATURDAY
The funeral of Knut Wigen, who died suddenly at the home near Alverno 
Tuesday as result of a stroke or appolexy, will be held from the family 
home Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock and at the Jerpen Lutheran church, 
the Rev. A.O. White officiating, at 2 o'clock. Burial will be at the 
Jerpen cemetery.
Knut wigen was born in Valders, Norway, August 6, 1851 and in 1854 came 
to America with his parents. Three days after landing his father was 
stricken with cholera and died and while en route to this county to make 
their home a daughter was born to the widowed mother. Alone with nine 
children in a strange land the mother was forced to earn a living for 
herself and the family and all assisted as soon as they were able. Mr. 
Wigen had worked for seven years for Evans and Nuel when at the age of 
twenty-three he went to San Francisco where he remained for three years. 
He returned and was married to Bertha Torrison of Manitowoc Rapids, 
March 25, 1879 and then went to Northwood, Iowa to make his home, remaining 
there twenty years, but came back to this county when the health of Mrs. 
Wigen's mother began to fail her and have since made their home here.
Surviving Family
Besides the widow, four sons, Clarence and Arthur of this city, Walter, 
on the home farm and Kingslety of Detroit, and two sisters, Mrs. O.G. 
Mellen of Northwood, Iowa and Mrs. Ida Eddy of Montana survive him.
Mr. Wigen was a great lover of horses and made a hobby of training the 
animals at the farm. He was exhibiting his skill as a trainer to his 
little grandson on Sunday when he had visited the farm, making the horse 
do errands and tricks. Never in politics, he was a home man who lived for 
his family and did everything he could to make them comfortable. A good 
husband and father and a friendly neighbor he enjoyed a wide circle of 
friends to whom the news of his death came as a shock.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, October 11, 1923 P.12
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Knud K Wigen, son of *Knud Olsen and Ragnild Olsdatter, 
b 6 Aug 1851 Viken in Vestre Slidre, d 1923 bur Gjerpen. Immigrated 1854 with his parents. 
Moved to Worth County, Iowa, for 20 years, but returned and farmed in Manitowoc Rapids 1900-. 
m 25 March 1879 Gjerpen to Birthe Christine, daughter of *Aanun Torjussen and Anne Gundersdatter, 
b 26 Nov 1859 bp Gjerpen, d 27 Sept 1939. 
Children: 
Olga, died in Iowa aged 19; 
Clarence A. L. b c1883 Iowa, m 22 Oct 1910 Manitowoc to Ella Herman Rascheck; 
Walter Elsworth b 23 or 24 Aug 1886 Iowa, d 5 Sept 1946, m 2 Jan 1915 Manitowoc to Beatrice Herman McGourn 1885-1951; 
Arthur Minuel b 10 Dec 1889, m 30 June 1920 Manitowoc to Hilda A. Willert 1897-1993; 
Kingsley Bennet b 7 Nov 1892 Shell Rock, Iowa, m Dorothy Elaine Brixius.
(Falge 2:240)
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 135


WALTER E. WIGEN

Walter E. Wigen, 60, farmer of route 4, Manitowoc, was found dead 
in his barn at 6 p.m. yesterday. He had been in ill health for some 
time.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 Monday afternoon at the 
Berger funeral home in Valders, the Rev. N.A. Berntson officiating. 
Burial will be in Gjerpen cemetery.
Mr. Wigen was born in 1886 in Northwood, Iowa. In 1898 he moved to 
his present address and in 1915 married Beatrice Herman. He graduated 
from the University of Wisconsin short course in agriculture in 1910.
He was a town trustee and budget secretary, and belonged to the Gjerpen 
Lutheran church brotherhood.
He is survived by his wife; three daughters, Alice Field of Madison, 
Eunice of Newtonburg and Maxine of Manitowoc; one on (sic), Walter 
Jr. at home; three brothers, Clarence and Arthur of Manitowoc and 
Kingsley of Battle Creek, Mich. and one grandchild.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 1:30 Sunday until 
the time of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, September 6, 1946 P.2

ELSA WILHARMS

Elsa A. Wilharms, age 98, of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, formerly of rural Manitowoc, died Friday evening, April 18, 1997, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 22, 1997, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders.
Rev. William Timm will officiate at the service with burial to follow at Gjerpen Cemetery.
She was born October 13, 1898, in the town of Newton, daughter of the late Henry and Dora Nickels Hoefne. She attended Newtonburg Schools. She married George Wilharms October 29, 1921, at St. John’s Church, Newtonburg. Elsa was a member of Faith Lutheran Church.
Survivors include one son, Howard Wilharms, rural Manitowoc; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1984, and a son, Kenneth Wilharms in 1969.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.
Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 20, 1997  P. A2


GEORGE WILHARMS

George F. Wilharms, 86, of rural Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, March 27, at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Oz Twedt and Rev. Carl Peters will officiate with burial at Gjerpen Cemetery.
Mr. Wilharms was born February 25, 1898, in the Town of Newton, son of the late John and Martin Ott Wilharms. Mr. Wilharms attended Newtonburg school and farmed in Newton his entire life. He married the former Elsa Hoefner on October 29, 1921, at Newton. 
Survivors include his wife, Elsa; a son, Howard Wilharms of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Esther Eberle of Grafton, Mrs. Edna Meyer of Sheboygan and Mrs. Laura Kaufman of San Jose, California. He was preceded in death by a son and three brothers. 
Friends may call at the church from 12:30 until the hour of service on Thursday. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders.
Herald Times Reporter, March 28, 1984  P. 3


HOWARD WILHARMS

Howard J. Wilharms, age 87, of 8226 Wilharms Rd., Manitowoc, died peacefully at the home of Rodney and Tracy Fischer, 4622 Madson Road, Town of Liberty, on Saturday morning, Sept. 17, 2011. 
Howard was born April 1, 1924, in Newton, Wis., son of the late George and Elsa (Hoefner) Wilharms. He was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the Class of 1942. Howard lived and worked on the family farm in the town of Newton his entire life.
Survivors include a sister-in-law: Patricia Wilharms, Manitowoc; special friends: The Rodney and Eugene Fischer families.
He was preceded in death by his brother: Kenneth.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, sept. 21, 2011, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Jim Rasmus, with burial to follow at Gjerpen Cemetery.
Family will greet relatives and friends Wednesday morning, Sept. 21, 2011, at Fifth Lutheran Church, from 9 to 9:45 a.m. 
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Family would like to thank Hospice, Home Care and all of the volunteers and friends that supported Howard.
Howard’s kind heart and wise advice will be remembered by many.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter.
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[Wilharns on cemetery records]

KENNETH WILHARMS

Kenneth Wilharms, 47, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, died Sunday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church, Alverno. The Rev. Ronald Kirk will officiate and burial will 
be in the Gjerpen Cemetery, where the Rev. Robert Onkka will have 
the committal. 
Mr. Wilharms was born July 19, 1922, in the Town of Newton, son of 
Grace and Elsa Hoefner Wilharms. He was a mechanic by trade and due 
to ill health had been residing at home the past eight years. 
Survivors include his parents, and a brother, Howard, of Rt. 1, 
Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the Christianson Funeral Home, Valdes, after 
3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 22, 1969  P. 3


ALVINA WROLSON

WOMAN FOUND MURDERED IN HOME ON FARM NEAR BRANCH, HUSBAND IS TAKEN INTO CUSTODY TODAY.
OSCAR WROLSON, 45, TAKEN INTO CUSTODY HERE HOURS AFTER CRIME IS REPORTED. 
Woman Found Dead on Floor with Gash in Head and Evidence that She Had 
Been Strangled-Drink and Jealousy Blamed for Crime 
Oscar Wrolson, 45, farmer on the Snake road west of State Trunk Highway 42, 
seven miles from the city, is a prisoner at the county jail facing a murder 
charge following a brutal attack upon his wife which caused her death at 
their home early this morning. Mrs. Wrolson was found with a gash in her 
head, marks of a hand about her throat and a towel which had been used as 
a gag, in her mouth, by neighbors dispatched to the home by Wrolson after 
he fled from the scene of the crime. 
Wrolson was taken into custody by Sheriff Edward Kasten several hours after 
the crime and in vicinity of the county jail in this city which he had 
passed and repassed possibly with the idea of giving himself up, but lacking 
nerve to do so. According to report after slaying his wife and visiting the 
home of a neighbor, Wrolson made his way to this city on foot, telephoned 
his daughter, Mrs. Lloyd Johnson, 1610 Washington street, that her mother 
was seriously ill, hired a taxi to get Mr. Johnson from his work at the ship 
yards and then dispatched Mr. and Mrs. Johnson to the Wrolson home, refusing 
to accompany them, although he urged them to hasten to the home. The theory 
is that Wrolson had planned to surrender himself or to end his own life before 
he believed the crime would be discovered.
The man offered no resistance when Sheriff Kasten recognizing the man from 
description furnished by neighbors, accosted him in front of the Rahr plant. 
Wrolson was taken to the jail and locked up and is said later to have 
confessed to killing his wife.
Jealousy and Drink?
The alleged murder is believed to have been the outcome of jealousy and drink. 
Wrolson is said to have been insanely jealous of his wife, especially at times 
when he was under liquor and had been in a quarrelsome mood last night. Mrs. 
Wrolson, according to report, was not anxious to return home and leave the 
party at the time her husband signified his intention of so doing and this, 
according to the statement of the son, led to the opening of the quarrel on 
the way to the home. 
The tragedy occurred some time after 2:30 this morning when the Wrolsons, 
after returning from a dance at Branch, renewed a quarrel in the house which 
had started on the way home when Wrolson threw his wife to the ground and is 
believed to have inflicted an injury at that time as blood was found in the 
snow where the woman had laid. There were no witnesses to the death of Mrs. 
Wrolson which authorities declare was unquestionably a plain case of murder 
to which it is reported Wrolson has made a signed confession. 
Son Summons Aid
Lee Donald, ten year old son of the couple who had been with his parents at 
the dance at Branch, gave the first intimation of trouble at the Wrolson home 
when he rushed to the house of Elmer Hargarves, nearby, and told of the quarrel 
which was taking place at the home. The boy later told of his father having 
struck his mother while the couple were proceeding to their residence from the 
Hargraves home after the dance, Mr. and Mrs. Hargraves having accompanied them 
to the dance. While Mr. Hargraves was learning the boy’s story Wrolson rapped 
at the door and said he was seeking his son and asked Hargraves to assist him 
in the search, suggesting that the latter go to the Wrolson home while he would 
visit the farm of a brother-in-law for the supposed missing boy. It was when 
Hargraves complied with the suggestion and visited the Wrolson house that the 
crime was revealed. 
Hargraves Story of Evening.
Mr. and Mrs. Wrolson and Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hargraves had been associating for 
many months and had been in the habit of going out together once or twice a 
week, one and then the other using the family car. They had planned on going 
to the dance last night at the Radey hall at Branch in the Wrolson car. When 
Wrolson arrived at the Hargraves home he honked his horn but was told to wait 
a minute as the Hargraves were not quite ready to start. A few minutes later 
the Hargraves came out and got into the car and Wrolson and his wife exchanged 
greetings with them. When Wrolson attempted to start the car it refused to 
respond and after repeated efforts it was decided to use the Hargraves car 
and leave the other. 
At the dance, Hargraves said Wrolson became quarrelsome and had a queer yellow 
light shining in his eyes. Nothing occurred on the way home at about 2:30 and 
when they arrived at the Hargraves place Mr. and Mrs. Wrolson and their son 
started for home around the road. It was after leaving Hargraves that the 
quarrel occurred.
Mr. Hargraves, who found the body of the dead woman, said that when the Wrolson 
boy told of the quarrel, he had hesitated to go to the Wrolson home to interfere, 
the boy despite his fright, saying that he did not believe his mother would be 
hurt. He decided, however, to investigate and about ready to leave his home when 
Wrolson knocked at the door and Hargraves said that the excited manner of the 
man and his incoherent talk led him to fear that there had been serious trouble. 
When Wrolson was admitted to the Hargraves home he threw his arms about Hargraves, 
begging his aid in searching for the boy and appeared to be on verge of hysteria, 
hugging and kissing Hargraves and declaring it was probably the last time the 
latter would see him. In answer to a question “what have you done now,” Wrolson 
said that there had been a quarrel at home and that he must find his boy.
Finds Woman’s Body 
Hargraves lighted a gas lantern and started for the Wrolson home, found the place 
on the road where Mrs. Wrolson was struck down and became alarmed. Arriving at 
the home he went into the kitchen and called and then found Mrs. Wrolson dead on 
the bed room floor. A pool of blood was near the kitchen stove and indications 
were the body had been dragged from the kitchen into the bedroom, a distance of 
only a few feet. Hargraves immediately returned home and telephoned the sheriff 
and spread the alarm in an effort to have Wrolson apprehended. 
Wrolson was later traced to Branch and then to this city and was taken into 
custody by Sheriff Kasten. 
Couple married at Jerpen 
Mrs. Wrolson before her marriage was Alvina Osulson. She was married to Wrolson at 
the Jerpen church twenty-five years ago and the couple have always made their home 
on farms in the vicinity of Branch. Wrolson was respected as a good neighbor and a 
hard worker and Hargraves said he was unable to account for Wrolson’s action unless 
it was due to drink, and said the man had been drinking. 
The couple are parents of two children, Mrs. Lloyd Johnson, who lives in this city, 
and a son, Lee Donald, who was at home. Three brothers, Theodore, Sam and Thomas 
Osulson, all living near the Wrolson home, and a sister, Mrs. Orley Whaley of Spear 
Fish, South Dakota, also survive Mrs. Wrolson.
No Inquest 
The district attorney who visited the scene of the crime in company with Sheriff 
Edward Kasten and Dr. W. G. Kemper, the county coroner, said he did not believe 
an inquest would be ordered as the case was plainly one of murder. The district 
attorney secured a statement from Wrolson at the jail this morning but refused 
to reveal the contents until it can be presented in court. 
The police of the city were asked to aid in the search for Wrolson when it was 
learned he had made his way here and a drag net was spread. A man answering the 
general description given was taken into custody at Twentieth and Washington 
street, but proved to be Victor Anderson, a machinist who had arrived here 
looking for work. All of the trains were searched and a close check kept upon 
bus passengers. 
First Murder in 23 Years
The murder of Mrs. Wrolson is the first crime of that nature in Manitowoc county 
in twenty-three years it was said by authorities today, although there have been 
cases where deaths have occurred where murder was suspected but never proved. 
Wrolson will appear in court this afternoon or Monday to be arraigned and it was 
said by the district attorney that a warrant charging first degree murder would 
be issued. 
News of the crime created excitement throughout the county today and hundreds of 
inquiries as to the details of the case were received by the Herald-News. The 
Wrolsons have made their home in the county practically all their lives, are well 
known. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, February 6, 1926  P. 1
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WROLSON IS SENTENCED TO 22 YEAR TERM.
Wife Slayer Sentenced in Court Today Offers No Statement
Oscar Wrolson, wife slayer, convicted of second degree murdery in circuit court,
will serve 22 years at Waupun prison.
This sentence was imposed by Judge Fowler this afternoon to end the case. Wrolson
will not be taken to Waupun until Tuesday, the court having granted a request of
his attorneys that he be given time to close up his affairs until that day.
Wrolson had nothing to say in court. When asked by Judge Fowler if he desired to
say anything, the defendant made no move. Atty. Ledvina said the defense submitted
the sentence to the court, asking only that it be remembered that Wrolson was a
man 46 years of age.
In passing sentence Judge Fowler said that he was satisfied Wrolson had a fair
trial and that the verdict was a just one under the evidence. He then commanded
Wrolson to stand up and passed sentence which will send him to the penitentiary
for what is probably life, there being little expectation that Wrolson will
survive past 68.
Under the law the penalty for second degree murder is from 11 to 25 years. Wrolson
showed no emotion when sentence was pronounced, maintaining the same attitude
he exhibited throughout the trial.
The Wrolson case, now closed, sets a record in capital crime trials here, having
been started and ended in less than five days.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, March 19, 1926  p.1
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[8/24/1877 - 2/6/1926]
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(NOTE:  There are about 39 articles pertaining to this murder in 
the Manitowoc paper, 15 in the Sheboygan Press as well as articles 
in several other area papers. No formal obituary found.)

BRADLEY WROLSON

Bradley L. Wrolson Life seldom turns out the way it does in a song. Once in a while you get shown the light In the strangest of places if you look at it right. Bradley L. Wrolson, age 61, of 6515 County Hwy J, Valders, died unexpectedly as a result of a heart attack, on Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 20, 2003 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2003 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Robert Bleeke with burial to follow in Gjerpen Cemetery, town of Cato. Bradley was born on Nov. 16, 1941 in Milwaukee, son of the late Donald and Nathalie Schultz Wrolson. He graduated from Valders High School, with the class of 1959. He then attended Lakeland College. On Aug. 25, 1962 he married the former Judith Wiegert at Gjerpen Church. Bradley was a native of the Valders area and a member of Faith Lutheran Church. He was employed at Leverenz Shoe Company, Valders Stone and Marble, and currently employed at Mirro Aluminum Company. Bradley also owned and operated the family mink ranch for many years. He enjoyed playing the saxophone and clarinet and sang vocals for many local orchestras and most recently with "The Kingsman." Bradley was a member of The Manitowoc County Dartball League and enjoyed watching all sports, including his beloved Packers. Survivors include his wife: Judith Wrolson, Valders; two sons and one daughter-in-law: Terry and Laurie Wrolson, Manitowoc; Tracy Wrolson, Valders, and fiancee: Keya Rohovit; two special grandchildren: Spencer and Whitney Wrolson; one sister and brother-in-law: Valerie and Don Bunney, Mequon; two brothers-in-law and four sisters-in-law: Ronald and Carole Wiegert, Darrell and Caryl Wiegert, Gloria Heyduk, Doris Wiegert, all of Manitowoc; and a special aunt and uncle: Ralph and Jane Schultz, rural Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Bradley was also preceded in death by one son: Ricky; one sister: Cheryl Schuler; his mother-in-law and father-in-law: Erwin and Emily Wiegert; and two brothers-in-law: Gary Wiegert and Thomas Heyduk. The family will greet relatives and friends from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2003 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Bradley enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his two dear grandchildren and playing a few rounds of golf with his two sons.
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[11/16/1941 - 8/20/2003]


JUDITH WROLSON

Judith A. Wrolson, age 74, a longtime resident of Valders, currently residing in Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, June 22, 2016 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
She was born on July 23, 1941 in the town of Cato, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Erwin and Emily (Pingel) Wiegert. Judy was a graduate of Valders High School, Class of 1959. On August 25, 1962 she married Bradley Wrolson at Gjerpen Church. He preceded her in death on August 20, 2003. Judy was employed for the Lakeland Egg Coop and then at the Leverenz Shoe Company until 1981 when health problems forced her to retire. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren in Manitowoc and in Oregon. Judy was an avid Milwaukee Brewers fan.
Survivors include two sons and one daughter-in-law: Terry Wrolson, Manitowoc, Tracy & Keya Wrolson, Oregon; four grandchildren: Spencer & Whitney Wrolson and their mother Laurie Wrolson, Cairo & Capri Wrolson; one brother and sister-in-law: Ronald & Carole Wiegert, Manitowoc; and three sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law: Doris Wiegert, Manitowoc, Valerie & Don Bunney, Mequon, and Caryl Wiegert, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by a son: Ricky; two brothers: Gary & Darrell Wiegert; one sister and brother-in-law: Gloria & Thomas Heyduk; a sister-in-law: Cheryl Schuler; and her father-in-law and mother-in-law: Don & Nathalie Wrolson.
Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Service will be Pastor Erica Cunningham with burial at Gjerpen Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 25, 2016 until 11:45 a.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, and the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for their care and compassion.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter   June 24, 2016


ORRIN WROLSON

KILLED IN RUNAWAY
Orrin, the four-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Olson (sic), who reside on the River road a few miles from the city, was killed in a runaway Monday morning. The boy was driving the team to the home. With him in the wagon was his two-year-old sister. The horses suddenly became frightened and ran away. The children were thrown from the wagon. The little girl escaped injury. It was found that the boy's skull was fractured at the base and his neck broken. The father found the dead body of his child by the roadside shortly after the tragic accident and carried it to the home. The mother is prostrated with grief and seriously ill. The funeral takes place this afternoon, interment being at Jerpen.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, November 17, 1904  pg. 1
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Notes From Branch:
The small son of Oscar Wrolson residing a few miles from Branch was accidentally killed by a runaway last Monday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, November 17, 1904  pg. 8
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A Correction.
The account in last week's PILOT of the runaway which resulted in the death of little Orrin Wrolson was not correct in several particulars. We stated that the boy was driving the team. This is a mistake. The father drove the team and the children were in the wagon with him. One of the horses kicked over the pole and the team became unmanageable. Mr. Wrolson, occupied with the horses, could not hold the children. The result was that the boy was thrown out and instantly killed. The accident happened near the home. The body of the child was picked up by the mother. The name, too, was not correctly given in the item referred to.
We regret having misstated the facts of the sad and tragic accident, but hasten to make the correction.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, November 24, 1904  pg. 1
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William M Rolson
Wisconsin Birth Index
Name	William M Rolson
Event Type	Birth
Event Date	01 Nov 1900
Event Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Affiliate Film Number	0121
Record Number	001220
"Wisconsin Birth Index, 1820-1907," database, FamilySearch
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Wm. Mckinley Rolson
Wisconsin Births and Christenings
Name	Wm. Mckinley Rolson
Gender	Male
Birth Date	01 Nov 1900
Birthplace	Manitowoc Rapids
Race	White
Father's Name	Oscar Rolson
Father's Birthplace	Wis.
Mother's Name	Alvina Osulson
Mother's Birthplace	Wis.
"Wisconsin Births and Christenings, 1826-1926," database, FamilySearch
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[11/1/1900 - 11/14/1904] 

OSCAR G. WROLSON

Oscar A. Wrolson, 79, retired farmer, died Monday night at Shady
Lane Home, Manitowoc, where he had been residing the past three
years.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday at the Berge
Funeral Home, Valders. The Rev. A.B. Holland will officiate and
burial will be in the Gjerpen Cemetery.
He was born Oct. 18, 1879, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids and
July 30, 1900, married Miss Alvina Osulson. They located on the
homestead farm in the town. His wife died in 1926.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Elmer Sorenson of Milwaukee; son,
Donald of Rt. 1, Valders; and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 7, 1955  p.15 
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Guttorm Oscar Wrolson, son of *Knud Wrolsen and Kari Guttormsdatter, 
b 18 Oct 1879 bp Gjerpen, d 1955. Farmer in Manitowoc Rapids. 
m 30 July 1900 Gjerpen to Alvine Christine, daughter of *Salve Osulsen and Anne Salvesdatter, 
b 24 Aug 1877 bp Gjerpen, d 1926. 
Children: 
Orin Earl b 1 Nov 1900, d 14 Nov 1904 "accident"; 
Maud Cly b 21 May 1902; 
LeDonald Stanley b 17 Sept 1915.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 200
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[10/18/1879 - 6/6/1955]


RICKY DEE WROLSON

Ricky Dee Wrolson, 2 1/2 years of Valders, died Friday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be 2 m Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders, the Rev.Robert Onkka officiating. Burial will be in Gjerpen Cemetery, in the Town of Cato.
Ricky Dee was born Dec. 31, 1963 at Manitowoc, son of the Bradley and Judy Wiegert Wrolson.
Survivors include his parents; a brother, Terry at home; the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Erwin  
Wiegert of Rt. 1, Cato; the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Don Wrolson of Rt. 1, Valders and  
paternal great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Schultz of Rt., Manitowoc.
Friends may call after 1 o'clock this Saturday evening at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders until 
12 noon Sunday, when the casket will be removed to the church where the body will lie in state 
until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Sat., July 9, 1966 - page M11