BERNARD DELLSMAN PIONEER DIES AT HIS HOME Bernard Dellsman of Kossuth Dies At Age 83 Bernard Dellsman, 83, a pioneer resident of the town of Kossuth, died Sunday at his home in Francis Creek. He had been in failing health for several months. Funeral services will be held from the home Thursday at 9:30 a.m. and at 10 a.m. from the St. Ann?s Catholic church in Francis Creek. The deceased was born in Kossuth in 1851 and took up farming which he followed all his life. He has been retired for several years. In 1884 he was married to Mary Kries who survives with four daughters, Mrs. Charles Spengman, San Francisco, Calif., Mrs. John Praka and Mrs. Fred Phair, both of Los Angeles, Calif., Mrs. Ludwig Seidl, city; two sons, Bruno of Hartland, Wis., and Theodore of this city; and a sister, Mrs. Edward Kortens, city. The deceased was a member of the Catholic Knights and the Holy Name society. The body is to be removed to the home Tuesday from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 8, 1934 P. 2 ********* Among the survivors of Bernard Dellsman, pioneer Kossuth resident who died Sunday, is a daughter, Mrs. George Wilfert of Two Rivers, who was not mentioned Monday. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at Francis Creek. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, October 10, 1934 P. 2
MARY DELLSMAN Mrs. Mary Dellsman, 83, widow of Bernard Dellsman who conducted a farm in the Town of Kossuth for many years, died at 4 o?clock Friday afternoon at Two Rivers where she had resided since the death of her husband Oct. 7, 1934. Before her marriage, she was Miss Mary Kries. She was born at Francis Creek Nov. 14, 1856 and was married to Mr. Dellsman Nov. 16, 1884. They established their residence on a farm in Kossuth and spent their entire married life there. Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Clara Spengeman of San Francisco, Cal., Mrs. Caroline Praha and Mrs. Ida Phair, both of Los Angeles, Cal., and Mrs. Rose Seidl of Manitowoc; two sons, Bruno Dellsman of Hartland, Wis., and Theodore L. Dellsman of Manitowoc; two brothers, John Kries of Manitowoc and Michael Kries of Mt. Vernon, Ill., and 21 grand-children. Mrs. Dellsman was a member of St. Ann?s society. The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from Sunday evening at 7 o?clock until the hour of the services. The funeral will be held Tuesday morning at 9:30 o?clock at the funeral home and at 10 o?clock at St. Ann?s church at Francis Creek. The Rev. Joseph Rauch will officiate and burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 30, 1939 P. 4 ******** Notes from Francis Creek A high mass sung by Rev. Joseph H. Rauch at the St. Anne's Catholic Church at Francis Creek Friday, was one of the events in the golden wedding celebration of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Dellsman. The couple were married on Nov. 15, 1880 and have resided in the county their entire lives. Open house at the Dellsman home followed the renewal of marriage vows at the church in which many relatives and friends called to pay their respects to the worthy couple. A dinner and supper was served at their residence and the table decorations were attractively carried out in a gold color scheme. Mr. Dellsman is 80 years of age and Mrs. Dellsman, nee Marie Kries is 75. Both are in good health. Seven children were born to the couple; Clara of San Francisco, Ida of Two Rivers, Bruno of Hartland, Wis., and Theodore and Rose of Manitowoc. Mr. and Mrs. Dellsman have the respect of all who know them. For the past ten years they have lived a retired life in the village. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Nov. 20, 1930
THEODORE (TED) L. DELLSMAN Theodore (Ted) L. Dellsman, 73, former insurance underwriter and realtor, died Friday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Mr. Dellsman, who resided at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, had been in ill health for several years. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. E.A. Radey will officiate and burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Francis Creek. Mr. Dellsman, son of the late Bernard and Mary Kries Dellsman, was born Nov. 10, 1886, in the Town of Kossuth. He attended Francis Creek and Rockwood schools and took the University of Wisconsin Extension Division short course in agriculture. As a young man he operated the Dellsman homestead farm, located near Rockwood, until 1924, and was then briefly employed by Lindstedt Hoffman Co., Manitowoc. He later conducted his own real estate and insurance agency in Manitowoc Saving Bank Building and more recently was associated with the Ben Fronk Agency. He married Rose Hessel in 1913. Mr. Dellsman was a member of the Holy Name Society of Holy Innocents Church and a third and fourth degree Knight of Columbus. Surviving are a brother, Bruno of San Clemente, Calif.; four sisters, Mrs. Charles Spengeman of San Marco, Calif., Mrs. George Wil?ert of Two Rivers and Mrs. John Prsha and Mrs. Fred Pha?r of Los Angeles; and a number of nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:15 p.m. by the Holy Name Society and Knights of Columbus. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 12, 1960 P. 13 ******** FALLS ON SAW, BADLY HURT Theo. Delsman, Francis Creeks, Meets Bad Accident Theo. Delsman, a Francis Creek youth, was badly hurt Friday night in falling on a circular saw which he had attempted to jump over while it was in operation. Delsman was cut about the back and arms and his injuries are serious, though it is thought that he will survive. The accident happened when Delsman made an effort to clear the saw by leaping over it and fell. He is 19 years old. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, June 30, 1906 p.1 ******** POPULAR YOUNG COUPLE WEDDED TODAY Many guests from the city are present at the wedding of Miss Rose Hessel and Theodore Delsman, prominent young people of the county at Francis Creek today. The celebration being attended by 200. The bride is a daughter of Frank Hessel and is one of the country's fairest girls, admired and loved by a host of friends. Mr. Delsman is a well known young farmer, a son of Bernard Delsman and the couple will make their home in the county. The wedding service was said this morning and the celebration of the event at the Hessel home at Francis Creek is elaborate. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Nov. 12, 1912 - page 8
HOWARD C. DELSMAN Howard C. Delsman, age 80, a Whitelaw resident, passed away peacefully at Northridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center on Sunday, August 3, 2014 with his family at his side. Howard was born April 15, 1934 in Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph and Mathilda (Zipperer) Delsman. He was a 1952 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School. On April 24, 1954 he was married to the former Ruth Tuschl at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. Howard carried on the family tradition of running the 4th generation family farm in the Town of Kossuth. He enjoyed hunting, gardening with his wife, Ruth, traveling to learn more about the family heritage, watching his grandchildren?s sporting events, playing cards with his relatives and most of all, Howard loved to visit and socialize with family and friends. Howard is a member of St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek and a past member of the Rockwood Fire Department. Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Ruth Delsman, Whitelaw; his nine children and 20 grandchildren, Mike Delsman and his special friend (Karen Young), Manitowoc and his children, Shane (Keri) Delsman, Jason Delsman and his special friend(Lisa Wilke), Lacey (Ben) Landgraf; David (Becky) Delsman, Greenleaf and their children, Cody Delsman, Luke Delsman; Pat (Ann) Delsman, Whitelaw and their children, Amanda Kapitz and her special friend(Shannon Barnaby), Brooke (Dustin) Paider, CJ Delsman and his fianc?e (Charlee Vallejo); Steve (Bonnie) Delsman, Manitowoc and their daughter, Ashley Delsman; Jim Delsman, Manitowoc and his children, Stacey (Craig)Schweppe, Kristina Delsman, Kimberly Delsman, Jessica (Brent) Dehne; Chuck Delsman and his special friend (Kim Temple), Whitelaw and his children, Amber Delsman, Adam Delsman and his special friend (Danielle Bries); John (Patti) Delsman, Manitowoc and their daughter, Kari (Matt) Graff; Sharon(Loren) Fischer, Greenville and her children, Joe (Casey) Fisher, Auster Lauer, Hunter Lauer, Destiny Laurer; Rick Delsman, Whitelaw; 19 greatgrandchildren and one great grandchild due in September; brothers and sisters include, Kenny (Elaine) Delsman, Manitowoc; Gwen (Robert) Braun, Manitowoc; Lorraine Delsman, Manitowoc; Janice (Hector) Hunt, Madison; David Delsman, Manitowoc; brothers-in-law and sisters-inlaw include, Charlotte (Bob) Kutil, Branch, Marvin (Mona) Tuschl, New Orleans, LA, Gene Winkler, Oshkosh, Tim (Mary) Tuschl, Oshkosh, Cathy (Tom) Tuschl, Oshkosh; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mathilda Delsman; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roman and Albina Tuschl; one brother, Joseph Delsman; 2 sisters-in-law, Gladys Delsman and Nancy Winkler. A memorial mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 8, 2014 at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Becker will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with burial of his cremated remains to follow in the parish cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Friday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville is assisting with funeral arrangements. The Delsman family would like to send a special thanks to the staff of Northridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center and Homecare Health Services and Hospice for their wonderful care that was given to Howard. Manitowoc Herald Times - Aug. 5, 2014
LORRAINE M. DELSMAN Lorraine M. Delsman, age 86, formerly of 5018 Stone Road, Whitelaw and currently a resident of Artisan Senior Living, died Wednesday morning, July 27, 2016 at Artisan Senior Living of Manitowoc, surrounded by her loving family. The former Lorraine Kvitek was born on February 25, 1930 in the town of Cooperstown, daughter of the late Frank and Tillie (Fidler) Kvitek. She was a 1948 graduate of Denmark High School. On January 31, 1951 she was married to Joseph E. Delsman at St. Joseph Catholic Church of Kellnersville. He preceded her in death on April 14, 2001.Lorraine worked as a teller at the State Bank of Maribel, State Bank of Francis Creek and the Manitowoc County Bank retiring in 1993 from the Firstar Bank. She enjoyed participating in all of her children's and grandchildren's activities, tending to her vegetable and flower gardens and had a special love for playing Sheepshead. She was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church, St. Anne Altar Society and a former member of the Francis Creek-Rockwood Senior Citizens. Survivors include her ten children and their spouses: Jean (Stephen) Brazzale, Stevens Point; Gregory Delsman, Manitowoc; Dean (Cynthia) Delsman, Green Bay; Douglas (Becky) Delsman, Cato; Mary Jo (Kurt) Johnson, Indianapolis, IN; Julie (Ron) Luebke, Phoenix, AZ; Christine (David) Clark, Manitowoc; Joseph (Rosanne) Delsman, Reedsville; Marc (Michelle) Delsman, Racine; Tina (Daniel) Wagner, Manitowoc; 21 grandchildren: Jason (Jenny) Brazzale; Adam (Elizabeth) Brazzale; Andrea (Christopher) Dvorachek; Zachary (Amanda) Delsman; Shannon (Eric) Thiry; Tara (Rueben) Kaye; Stacey (Brandon) McMurdie; Dustin (Dana) Delsman; Dylan Delsman; Lauren & Evan Clark; Caleb, Blake, Brooks, Clare & Maris Delsman; Luke & Abby Delsman; Olivia, Ian & Jack Wagner; 13 great-grandchildren: Landon Brazzale; Hannah & Sadie Dvorachek; Evie & Cooper Delsman; Logan & Owen Thiry; Braeden, Hudson & Harper Kaye; Madison, Bennett & Finley McMurdie; other family members include: Nathan & Heather Wicihowski family; Tyler Wicihowski; one brother and sister-in-law: Victor (Betty) Kvitek, Maribel; two sisters and one brother-in-law: Dorothy (Leroy) Krejcarek, Two Rivers; Olive Cretton, Mishicot; three sisters-in-law and three brothers-in-law: Gwen (Robert) Braun, Manitowoc; Hector Hunt, OR; Elaine Delsman, Manitowoc; Ruth Delsman, rural Manitowoc; David Delsman, Manitowoc, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents: Frank and Tillie Kvitek; her husband: Joseph E. Delsman; one daughter-in-law: Beverly Delsman; three brothers-in-law: Norbert Cretton; Howard Delsman; Kenneth Delsman; two sisters-in-law: Gladys Delsman; Janice Hunt. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 1, 2016 at St. Anne Catholic Church, 126 South Packer Drive, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Becker will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with burial of her cremated remains to follow in the parish cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com Lorraine's family would like to thank Dr. Theobald and his office staff, Artisan Senior Living staff, the staff of Homecare Health Services and Hospice, Fr. John Becker and Tom Hessel for all of their visits and special care given to our mother. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter July 28, 2016
MATHILDA DELSMAN Mrs. Joseph Delsman, 46, of route 5, Manitowoc, died Monday at the St. Mary hospital, Milwaukee after a brief illness. Funeral services will be 9 a.m. Thursday at the Pfeffer funeral home and 9:30 a.m. at the St. Ann Catholic church, Francis Creek, the Rev. Joseph Rauch officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mrs. Delsman was a member of the Christian Mothers society of Francis Creek. Mrs. Delsman was born Mathilda Zipperer in Whitelaw in 1903. She was married to Joseph Delsman in 1922. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Wencel Zipperer of Whitelaw; her husband; two daughters, (private); four sons, (private). Other survivors include four sisters, Mrs. Bernard Bauer of route 4, Manitowoc, Mrs. Bernard Vogel of route 1, Cato, Mrs. William Kirby of Whitelaw and Mrs. Russell Mitcheltree of Manitowoc; four brothers, Urban of route 2, Cato, Walter of Whitelaw, Alphonse of route 5, Manitowoc and Rheinert of route 2, Two Rivers; and one grand child. Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Wednesday and the body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 p.m. today until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 26, 1949 P. 2
FRANK DELSMANN Frank Delsmann, 80, (photo), lifelong resident of Kossuth, died Monday morning at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a week?s illness. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 o?clock at St. Anna Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. Joseph Rauch will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. He was born on a farm in Kossuth in 1871 and in 1895 married Miss Margaret Andres. They located on the Kossuth farm and in 1945 celebrated their golden wedding. He was a member of the Catholic Knights and the Holy Name Society. Survivors are his wife; six daughters, Mrs. Albert Reynolds, and Clara, of Mishicot; Mrs. John Kochan of Francis Creek, Mrs. Andrew Rozmarynoski, of Two Rivers; Mrs. Eugene Rosinsky of Manitowoc, Mrs. Robert Swope, of Hillsborough, Ore.; five sons, Frank of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, William of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, Jacob of Rt. 5, Manitowoc, John of Hillsborough, Bernard of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; brother, Louis, of Manitowoc; sister, Mrs. Anton Stadler of Two Rivers; 25 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after Tuesday noon where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 18, 1952 P. 2
MARGARET DELSMANN Mrs. Frank Delsmann, 85, of Francis Creek, died early Saturday morning. She had been in ill health several days. Funeral services will be at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. The former Margaret Andres was born Oct. 5, 1874, in the Town of Franklin, daughter of the late Jacob and Elizabeth Nickolai Andres. She was educated in parochial school at Whitelaw and as a young woman was engaged as a seamstress on a personal call status. She was married to Frank Delsmann Nov. 12, 1895, and the couple operated a farm in the Town of Kossuth. Mr. Delsmann died in 1952. Mrs. Delsmann is survived by five sons, Frank of Rt. 3, William of Rt. 2 and Bernard of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, Jacob of Rt. 1, Denmark, and John of Hillsborough, Ore; six daughters, Mrs. Albert Reynolds of Mishicot, Mrs. John Kochan and Miss Clara Delsmann of Francis Creek, Mrs. Andrew Rozmarynowski of Two Rivers, Mrs. Eugene Rosinsky of Manitowoc and Mrs. Robert Swope of Hillsbrough, Ore.; a brother, Joseph of Rt. 1, Whitelaw; three sisters, Mrs. Gerhard Schledweiler of Manitowoc, Mrs. John Herrmann of Francis Creek and Mrs. John Bleser of Rt. 4, Manitowoc; 31 grandchildren and 40 great grandchildren. A sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Monday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. by St. Ann Christian Mothers and Altar Society of the church, of which Mrs. Delsmann was a member. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 6, 1960 ******** Funeral services for Mrs. Frank Delsmann, 85, of Francis Creek, who died early Saturday, were at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen officiated and burial was in the church cemetery. (Pallbearers omitted for privacy) Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, February 10, 1960, page 17
MARIE DELSMANN Mrs. William (Marie) Delsmann, 72, of 1410 Johnston Dr., Manitowoc, formerly of Route 2, Manitowoc, died Thursday afternoon, Feb. 28, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, and 10 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Churh, Francis Creek. The Rev. James Massart will offiicate and a concelebrated Mass and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Mrs. Delsmann, nee Marie Mayerl, was born Feb. 22, 1908, in the Town of Franklin, daughter of the late Frank and Emily Weis Mayerl. She was married to Rudolph Drexler. He preceded her in death 47 years ago. In 1950 she was married to William Delsmann. Mrs. Delsmann had been employed many years as a nurses aide at Whitelaw. She was a member of St. Anne Christian Mothers and Altar Society. Suvivors include her husband, a daughter-in-law, Suzanne Drexler of Golden, Colo.; two brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Marion Mayerl of Whitelaw and Joseph and Marvia Jane Mayerl of Kaukauna; two sisters, Marge Spanbauer of Green Bay and Helen Scott of Manitowoc and two grandchildren. Her paretns, a son, Harold Drexler, three brothers and a sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, after 5 o'clock this Friday evening and Saturday until the time of service. A prayer service will be at 7:30 o'clock by Father Massart and Christian Mothers and Altar Society. Herald Times Reporter, February 28, 1980 P.3 ******** (22 Feb. 1908/Feb. 1980/from SSDI/issued IL)
WILLIAM DELSMANN Mr. William G. Delsmann, 87, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died Saturday, August 18, 1990 at St. Mary's Home. Funeral services will be 9:15 am Tuesday at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and 10 am at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Donald Schneider with burial in St. Anne Cemetery, Francis Creek. He was born December 15, 1902 in the Town of Kossuth, Wis., son of the late Frank and Margaret Andreas Delsmann. He owned and operated the home farm in the Town of Kossuth. After retiring from farming he worked for several years as Carpenter in the Manitowoc area. He married Marie Mayerl. She preceded him in death in 1980. He was a member of St. Anne Catholic church, Francis Creek. Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Sue Drexler; a grandson, William Drexler and a daughter, Amy Drexler, all of Arvada, Colo.; a brother, Frank (Katherine) Delsmann of Manitowoc; two sisters, Clara Delsmann of Manitowoc and Margaret Swope of Bend, Oregon, also many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by three brothers and four sisters. Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home this Monday evening from 5-8 pm. A prayer service will be held this evening at 7:30 pm led by Father Schneider. Manitowoc Herald Times - Aug. 20, 1990 - page B9
ELIZABETH DIRKMANN Mrs. Valentine Dirkmann, 73, nee Elizabeth Hausheer, 1232 South 12th street, died at the Holy Family hospital Sunday morning following an operation. She had been ill for more than six months. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 8:30 from the home of a daughter, Mrs. Paul Holschbach, South 35th street, and at 9 o?clock from the St. Boniface Caholic church. Burial will be made in the St. Ann?s cemetery at Francis Creek. Mrs. Dirkmann was born April 27, 1864, in Watertown. She was married June 23, 1884, to Valentine Dirkmann. The couple lived in Manitowoc for the past 16 years. The Christian Mothers and the St. Ann?s Society will say the rosary at the Holschbach home tonight at 7 o?clock. Survivors, besides the husband, include a son, John, town of Kossuth; five daughters, Mrs. Paul Holschbach, Mrs. Frank Lallensack and Miss Catherine Dirkmann, all of Manitowoc; and Sister Valentia and Sister Edmund, both of the Holy Family Convent; a brother, John Hausheer, Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Mathilda Jaenz, Watertown and 20 grand- children. The body was taken to the Holschbach home from the Pfeffer funeral parlors last night. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, July 19, 1937 P. 9
VALENTINE DIRKMANN Valentine Dirkman, 1218 South 12th street, who would have been 87 years of age tomorrow, died last evening at his home. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Friday at the Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 o'clock at the St. Boniface Catholic church. Rev. Alfred Pritz will officiate with burial in Francis Creek. Survivors are one son, John of Francis Creek, five daughters, Mrs. Frank Lallensack and Mrs. Paul Holschbach of this city; Miss Catherine at home; Sister M. Edmund of the Holy Family hospital; and Sister M. Valentia of Seymour; and one sister, Mrs. Mary Multerer of this city. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 o'clock this evening until time of services on Friday. The rosary will be recited at 7 o'clock Thursday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, February 13, 1946 P.2 ******* DIRKMANN, Valentine. 1218 So. 12th Street. Age 87 years. Died Tuesday, February 12. Funeral services will be held Friday, February 15, at 8:30 a.m. from the Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. from St. Boniface Church. Rev. Alfred Pritzl will officiate. Burial will be at Francis Creek. The body may be viewed from 7 p.m. tonight until the hour of services. Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, February 14, 1946 P. 16
MARYA DOLEZAL From Der Nord Westen, 09 Mar. 1899: Death in Kossuth on Sun. of Mrs. Marie Dolezal at the advanced age of 85. The funeral took place yesterday in Francis Creek. ******** Mrs. Mary Dolezal, an old an highly respected resident died at the home of her son in Kossuth Sunday. Deceased was 85 years of age and born in Bohemia. A husband, three sons and two daughters survive to mourn her loss. The funeral will be held at Francis Creek to-morrow and the interment will be in the Catholic cemtery at that place. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, March 7, 1899
MATHIAS DOLEZAL Mathias Dolezal, a resident of Manitowoc county for more than forty five years died Wednesday at Francis Creek, his demise being due to the infirmities of old age. He was born in 1827 and came here when a young man, locating at Francis Creek where he was engaged in farming. A family of four children survives. The funeral will be held at the Catholic church at Francis Creek tomorrow morning. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, September 18, 1902, Page 1 ********* From Der Nord Westen, 25 Sep. 1902: Mathias Dolezal, a well-known resident of our county, died of old age debility on Wed. last week in Francis Creek. He was born in 1827 and has been a Francis Creek resident for about 45 yrs. He leaves 4 children. His funeral was held Fri. from the Catholic Church in Francis Creek.
MARGARET EMMERT Mrs. Emmert, a resident on Town Line Road, died Thurs. last week and was buried in Francis Creek Sat. morning. Der Nord Westen, 25 Oct. 1900 ********* (Note: William and Margaret Emmert lived in Kossuth, Manitowoc, Wisconsin from 1860-1880 census's. (also listed as Francis Creek, Kossuth in 1870) They had 1 surviving child, Jacob. (1874-1948) In June 1900 census, widow Margaret (b. May 1836 Germany) is living with son Jacob (Apr 1874) in Kossuth. (Looks like Emmet or Emmrt on 1900 census) From co. death index Margaret Emmert d. Oct 17 1900, v.6 p.299 the date from the newspaper indicates Oct. 18, 1900. William Emmert d. Feb 23 1887, co. death index v.3 p.229 *********** Wisconsin, Death Records Name Margaret Wegner Or Emmert Event Type Death Event Date 1900 Event Place Tp. Kossuth, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Residence Place Kossuth Tp., Manitowoc Co., Gender Female Age 66 Marital Status Widowed Race W Occupation Housework Birth Date 22 Dec 1834 Birth Year (Estimated) 1834 Birthplace Germany Burial Place Man. Co., Cemetery Francis Creek Cemetery ********* Margaret Wegner Emmet Wisconsin Deaths and Burials Name Margaret Wegner Emmet Gender Female Burial Place Man. Co. Death Date 17 Oct 1900 Death Place Kossuth, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 66 Birth Date 22 Sep 1834 Birthplace Germany Occupation House Work Race White Marital Status Widowed
WILLIAM EMMERT Wm. Emmert Wisconsin, Death Records Name Wm. Emmert Event Type Death Event Date 1887 Event Place Kossuth, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Gender Male Age 61 Marital Status Married Race white Occupation farmer Birth Date May 1825 Birth Year (Estimated) 1826 Birthplace Germany Burial Place Kossuth Cemetery Catholic Cemetery Spouse's Name Margaret Wagner
ANN GLEASON From Der Nord Westen, 22 Oct. 1896: Death in Chicago on Tues. last week, of Mrs. Anna Gleason. The body was carried to Francis Creek and buried there Thursday. ******** Mrs. Gleeson, mother of Miss Annette Gleeson who until a few years ago was a resident of this city died in Chicago on Tuesday. Her remains were brought here for interment. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, October 15, 1896
PATRICK GLEASON Patrick Gleason of Kossuth died on Monday of this week after a brief illness. He was quite well advanced in years. One of his sons, a resident of Northern Michigan, was called here by his father's death. The funeral takes place today. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, May 29, 1884
JOHN GOEDERT (d. 1918) First publication Dec. 10, 1918 Notice To Proof Will and Notice To Creditors. State of Wisconsin--County Court Manitowoc County--In Probate. In Re Estate of John Goedert, Deceased. Notice is Hereby Given, That at the general Term of said Court to be held on the 1st Tuesday (being the 7th day) of January, A.D. 1919, at the Court House in the City of Manitowoc, County of Manitowoc and State of Wisconsin, there will be heard and considered the application of John Ewen to admit to probate the last will and Testament of John Goedert late of the Town of Kossuth, in said County, deceased, and for the appointment of an executor (or administrator with Will annexed); Notice is Hereby Further Given, That at the Special Term of said Court to be held at said Court House, on the 2nd Tuesday, (being the 8th day) of April A.D. 1919, there will be heard, considered and adjusted, all claims against said John Goedert, deceased; And Notice is Hereby Further Given, That all such claims for examination and allowance must be presented to said County Court at the Court House, in the City of Manitowoc, in said County and State, on or before the 8th day of April, A.D. 1919, or be barred. Dated December 9th A.D. 1918. By the Court, John Chloupek, County Judge. E.S. Schmitz, Attorney. Manitowoc Die Wahrheit Tuesday, December 24, 1918 pg. 5 ******** John Goedert Wisconsin, State Census, 1905 Name John Goedert Residence Place Kossuth, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Age (Original) 65y Birth Year (Estimated) Abt 1840 Birthplace Wisconsin Relationship to Head of Household (Original Language) Head Race White Gender Male Marital Status Married Parent 1 Birthplace Germany Parent 2 Birthplace Germany Page 239 John Goedert Head M 65y Wisconsin Mary Goedert Wife F 49y Wisconsin John Goedert Son M 30y Wisconsin Jos Goedert Son M 21y Wisconsin Margaret Goedert Daughter F 15y Wisconsin "Wisconsin, State Census, 1905," database with images, FamilySearch
JOHN GOEDERT (d. 1933) JOHN GOEDERT DIES, HOSPITAL Native of Two Creeks Was a Farmer All His Life John Doedert(sic), age 50, died at the Holy Family hospital this morning at 11:30. Mr. Goederg was a native of Francis Creek and the body will be removed to his home there from the Pfeffer Funeral Parlors Sunday morning. Funeral arrangements have not been made as yet. The deceased was born in the Town of Kossuth, March 7, 1873, and has farmed all of his life. He is survived by a sister, Maggie, who kept house for him, and a brother, Joseph, who lives at Branch. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 9, 1933 p.2 ********** Goedert Funeral Will Be Held 9:30 Monday Funeral services for John Goedert, Francis Creek, who died Friday at the hospital, will be held Monday. The body will be removed from the Pfeffer Funeral Home to the residence at Francis Creek Sunday morning. Services will be held there Monday at 9 o?clock and at St. Anne?s church at 9:30. The Rev. Joseph Rauch will officiate and burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, June 10, 1933 P. 8
MARY GOEDERT Mrs. Mary Goedert died at the family home in Kossuth at an advanced age Monday. Mrs. Goedert is survived by three children, Miss Maggie of Kossuth, Joseph of Branch and John of Kossuth. Her husband preceded her in death three years ago. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, February 21, 1922 P. 8 ******** Mrs. Goedert of Kossuth passed away at her home there, after an illness of over a year. She is survived by two sons, John at home and Joseph at Branch, and one daughter, Margaret at home. The burial was at Francis Creek on Wednesday, the Rev. Father Vondrachek officiating. Manitowoc Pilot, February 23, 1922
AMANDA GRALL TOWN FRANKLIN WOMAN DIES AT HOSPITAL HERE Mrs. Peter Grall, of the town of Franklin, died at the hospital in this city yesterday, following an illness of a complication of diseases. Deceased, who was formerly Miss Dirkman, was 26 years of age. She is survived by her husband and parents. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, October 02, 1918, Page 7
THERESIA HAAS Theresia Haas Wisconsin, Death Index Name Theresia Haas Event Type Death Event Date 13 Oct 1890 Event Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin Page 0237 "Wisconsin, Death Index, 1820-1907," database, FamilySearch
MARIA HASSEMER Death of 67 yr. old Mrs. Michael Hassemer on 16 Apr. in Francis Creek. The decedent had lived in our county since 1853. The funeral took place Tuesday in Francis Creek. Der Nord Westen, 28 Apr. 1892 ******** Fides Hasmer From death record, Vol.4 Pg.94 Item #194 Died: Francis Creek, Manitowoc Co. Name of Deceased: First: Fides Last: Hasmer Date of Death: April 16, 1892 Sex: F Color: W: Date of Birth: November 25, 1825 Age:67 years Usual Occupation: Farmer Birthplace: Germany Father's name: George Fleischer Mother's Maiden Name: Anne Fleischer Husbands Full Name: Michael Hasmer Cause of death: Apoplexy Date of affidavit: April 19, 1892 Burial, Cremation, Removal: Catholic Cemetery Location: Francis Creek Date Rec'd by local registrant: December 23, 1892 Registrars Signature: Rev. M. Wilbes(sp)
MICHAEL HASSEMER KOSSUTH PIONEER IS CALLED TO REST Micheal Hassmer (sic) Came to County in Early Fifties Michael Hassmer, one of the pioneer settlers of the town of Kossuth, died early this morning at the advanced age of 87 years. Mr. Hassmer?s death was due to general debility and was not unexpected, he having been in feeble health for months. A resident of the county since the early fifties, Mr. Hassmer was widely known. He was born in Germany. Three sons, George and Louis of Kossuth and August of New Jersey, survive. Funeral services for Mr. Hassmer will be held at Francis Creek Tuesday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 10, 1914 P. 8
WILHELM HASSEMER Notes From Frances Creek William Hassemer, aged 18 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hassemer, was kicked by a horse in the abdomen last Friday when he was about to enter the animal?s stall. He was taken to the hospital at Manitowoc but all efforts to save his life were futile and he died Friday night. He was a promising young man and his tragic death is regretted by all who knew him. Manitowoc Pilot, July 17, 1913
ENGELBERT HERMAN Death in town of Kossuth on Sunday of Engelbert Hermann. The deceased was born 27 October 1843 in Baden, dame to America in 1850 and has lived in Town Kossuth ever since. He leaves a widow and 8 children. The funeral took place Tuesday. Der Nord Westen - Dec. 1, 1898 ******** First publication Dec. 15th 1898. ORDER FOR PROOF OF WILL STATE OF WISCONSIN. COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In the matter of the estate of Engelbert Hermann, deceased. In Probate. An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Engelbert Hermann of Kossuth in said county, having been delivered into said court: And Bernadine Hermann of Kossuth in said county having presented to said court her petition in writing, duly verified, representing among other things, that said Engelbert Hermann died testate at Kossuth, in said County, on the 27th day of Nov. 1898, that said instrument is the last will of said deceased, and that said petitioner is named therein as executrix, and praying, that said instrument be proven and admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued to said petitioner. 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 10th day of January, 1899, at 10 o'clock A.M. And it is further ordered, that notice of the time and place of said hearing be given by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the time of said hearing, in the Manitowoc Post, a newspaper published in said Manitowoc county. Dated December 12th, 1898. By the Court: J.S. Anderson, County Judge. Baensch & Chloupek, Atty. Manitowoc Post, Thursday, December 29, 1898 P. 11 ******** Englebrecht Herman birth: 27 October 1843 Germany death: 27 November 1898 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Francis Creek, Man. Co. residence: 1898 Manitowoc Co., Wisc. father: Lucas Herman mother: Caroline Meyer spouse: Bernandine Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
BERNADINE HERMANN IN COUNTY COURT. Bernardia Herman(sic), administrator of the estate of the late Engelburt Herman filed an inventory of the estate. There are nine heirs to the estate and the property according to the inventory of the administrator is real estate $7050 and personal property $674. Manitowoc Daily Herald, March 30, 1899 ******** Funeral will be on Monday Mrs. Herrmann, Kossuth, Dies at Home of Her Son Mrs. Engelbert Herrmann, 82, Town of Kossuth, died at 4:15 Thursday afternoon at the home of her son, Louis at Branch. Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 9:30 from the home and at 10 o?clock from St. Ann?s Catholic Church, Francis Creek, the Rev. Rauch officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. The deceased, nee Bernadine Bolle, was born January 31, 1851 in Milwaukee. She came to this county with her parents at the age of two years. She was married at the age of 19 to Engelbert Herrmann, who died 35 years ago. She was a member of the St. Ann?s Society. Survivors are three sons, William of Manitowoc Route 6, Louis of Branch and Luke of Francis Creek; three daughters, Mrs. John Dick of Appleton, Mrs. John Literman of Antigo and Miss Celia of Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Henry Koch of Two Rivers, route 3, 26 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren. The body will be removed from the home Saturday from the Pfeffer Funeral Home. Manitowoc Herald Times - Jan. 5, 1934 - page 2
ADAM L. HERRMANN Adam L. Herrmann, 80, formerly of 423 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday at Schneider-Mittnacht funeral home, Manitowoc, and 10:30 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. James Massart will officiate with burial in the parish cemetery. Mr. Herrmann was born Dec. 6, 1895, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late Christian and Margaret Antholz Herrmann. He was educated in Manitowoc area schools. He married Rose Dirkman June 24, 1919, at St. Anne Church, Francis Creek. They farmed in the Town of Kossuth until 1948. He was then employed at Streich Oil Co., Manitowoc, until his retirement in 1961. Mrs. Herrmann preceded him in death in 1969. He was a 50-year member of Catholic Order of Foresters. Survivors include a son, Melvin, of Rt 1, Whitelaw; a daughter, Mrs. Arlene Sydow, of Two Rivers, seven grandhildren and three great grand- children. Three brothers and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, where a memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, Monday, May 10, 1976 P. 3
ROSE I. HERRMANN Mrs. Adam L. Herrmann, 72, of 423A N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died late Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Friday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Herrmann, nee Rose Dirkman, was born Aug. 10, 1896, in the Town of Kossuth, daughter of the late Frank and Katherine Brockhoff Dirkman. She attended St. Ann parochial school and the Rockwood public school. She was married to Adam L. Herrmann June 24, 1919, at Francis Creek, and they would have celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in two weeks. After their marriage, they farmed in the Town of Kossuth until 1948. They since resided at Manitowoc. Mrs. Herrmann was a member of the St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society. Survivors include her husband; a son, Melvin, and a daughter, Mrs. Charles (Arlene) Sydow, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw; a brother, Leonard, of Seattle, Wash.; three sisters, Mrs. Anton Krcma of Manitowoc, Mrs. Lillian Massman of Milwaukee and Mrs. Louis Zipperer of Whitelaw; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by six brothers and sisters. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. by members of the St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 11, 1969 P. 29
AGNES HESSEL Mrs. Agnes Hessel, 82, of the Village of Francis Creek, died Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10 am Friday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc and at 10:30 am at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Mrs. Hessel, nee Agnes Benishek, was born January 10, 1891 at Branch, daughter of the late Vaclava and Barbara Halama Benishek. She attended Branch school. She was married to Edward Hessel Feb. 3, 1914 at Francis Creek. Mr. Hessel preceded her in death April 22, 1964. She was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church. Survivors include a son, Sylvan of Francis Creek; two daughters, Mrs. Edward (Ivy) Menchel and Mrs. Norbert (LaVerne) Ewen of Francis Creek; eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A son, a brother, five sisters and a great granddaughter preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 pm Thursday where a wake service will be at 8 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times - Wed., July 11, 1973 - page 23 ******** Funeral services for Agnes Hessel, 82, of Francis Creek, who died Tuesday, will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 o'clock this Thursday afternoon, where a wake service will be at 8 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. July 12, 1973 ******** "Notes From Branch." Probably the first triple wedding in one family on record in Manitowoc County was held at Branch on Tuesday when three daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Wencil Benishek, prominent and respected residents of Branch, were united in marriage--Miss Jane being wedded to Jos. Hall of the town of Manitowoc where they will make their home, Joe having a fine farm; Miss Julia to Aug. Mueller, a prosperous young farmer of Kossuth, and Miss Agnes to Edward Hessel of Francis Creek where they will reside, the groom being engaged in the mercantile business there. The attending couples to Miss Jane Benishek and Jos. Hall were Miss Lydia Benishek and Ted Hall; to Miss Julia Benishek and Aug. Mueller were Anton Benishek and Miss Olive Mueller; to Miss Agnes Benishek and Ed. Hessel were Miss Margaret Hessel and Wencil Benishek. All of the contracting parties are well and favorably known here, and have the congratulations and well wishes of their many friends. The Acme Orchestra of Manitowoc under the able leadership of Prof. Art. Truttschel rendered excellent music for the wedding dance. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 5, 1914 P. 8
ANNA HESSEL (b. 1861) Mrs. Charles Hessel Sr., 85, pioneer resident of the county, died at the home in Francis Creek early today, following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the home and at 10 o?clock at the St. Ann Catholic church, Francis Creek, the Rev. Joseph Rauch officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mrs. Hessel, nee Anna Kerscher, was born on a farm at Francis Creek in 1861 and 50 years ago was married to Charles Hessel Sr. They located on a farm near the village. She was a member of the St. Ann society. Except for seven years spent at Anaheim, Calif., the couple always resided in the county. Mr. Hessel died eight years ago. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Luke Herman and Theresa of Francis Creek; two sons, Charles Jr. of Francis Creek and Reinhart of this city; two step-brothers, Louis and Frank Kerscher of Francis Creek; five step-sisters, Mrs. John Ewen, Theresa Kerscher and Mrs. Joseph Kellner of Francis Creek, Mrs. Matt Koch of Two Rivers and Mrs. Charles Werey of Menominee, Mich.; 13 grandchildren and 23 great- grandchildren. The body was moved to the Hessel home late today from the Pfeffer funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 14, 1946 P. 2
ANNA HESSEL (b. 1899) Mrs. Louis Hessel, 47, of 1007 North 16th street, died last night at the Holy Family hospital following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Husar funeral home in Kellnersville and at 10 a.m. at St. Ann?s Catholic church in Francis Creek, the Rev. Joseph Rauch officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Hessel, nee Anna Rank, was born in 1899 in Kossuth. In 1919, she was married to Louis Hessel and they operated a store and tavern in Francis Creek. Six months ago they sold their business and moved to Manitowoc. Survivors are the husband, one daughter Jean, at home; two brothers, Frank of Manitowoc and Edwin of Kossuth. The body will lie in state at the funeral home from 6 o?clock this evening until time of services Saturday. The rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Friday. Mrs. Hessel was a member of the St. Francis society of Francis Creek. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, December 5, 1946
CHARLES HESSEL (d. 1939) Charles Hessel, Sr., 79, died early today at his home in the village. He suffered a stroke two weeks ago. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from the home and at 10 o?clock from the St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mr. Hessel, lifelong resident of the county, was born at Francis Creek in 1859 and when a young man, took up farming. He operated a farm in Kossuth for over 40 years, retiring 17 years ago. He married Miss Mary Blimel in 1881. She died in 1897. He later married Miss Anna Kerscher. Eight years ago Mr. and Mrs. Hessel, Sr., and their daughter Theresa went to Anaheim, Calif., to reside. Two years ago, they returned to Francis Creek. He was a member of the Catholic Knights of Columbus. Survivors are the widow; two daughters, Mrs. Frances Herman and Theresa, Francis Creek; three sons, C.J., Francis Creek, Leonard of Anaheim, Calif., Reinhardt, city; two sisters, Mrs. Theresa Benish, Eau Claire, Mrs. Anna Landgraf, St. Paul; 13 grandchildren and seven great-grand- children. The body was moved to the home in Francis Creek this afternoon from the Pfeffer funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, March 2, 1939 ******** Charles Hessel, Sr., 79, retired Francis Creek farmer, died at his home at the village Thursday and will be buried Saturday morning with services at St. Ann?s church at the village. The widow, two daughters, three sons and two sisters survive him. Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Friday, March 3, 1939
CHARLES J. HESSEL (d. 1960) C.J. Hessel, 77, of Francis Creek died shortly before 1 p.m. Saturday at his home. He had been ailing for the past three years. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced Monday by the Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. Mr. Hessel was born March 26, 1882, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hessel Sr. of Francis Creek. He lived in the village all his life. He graduated from University of Wisconsin Short Course in 1902 and went into business in the village in 1905, opening the Hessel restaurant and bowling alleys. His chicken dinners, family style, became known throughout Wisconsin and he remained in business 52 years, retiring two years ago because of his health. He married the former Laura Kassa of Centerville in 1906. Two years ago he retired as postmaster, a job he had filled for more than 40 years. He was a director of the State Bank of Francis Creek for 25 years, member of the Knights of Columbus, of the Manitowoc Elks Lodge and the Manitowoc Chamber of Commerce. Survivors include his wife; daughter, Mrs. Larry Axel of Francis Creek; two sons, Paul of Two Rivers and Richard of North Fond du Lac; brother, Reinhart of Manitowoc; sister Miss Theresa of Francis Creek; 10 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A son Gardy preceded him in death four years ago. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 9, 1960 ********** Funeral services for C.J. Hessel, 77, Francis Creek, a businessman, who died Saturday, will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, and at 10 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen will be officiant at the soleman requium Mass and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Hessel, a native of Francis Creek, married Laura Kassa in 1907 and the couple started a (the remainder is unreadable). Two brothers, John and Leonard, and a sister, Mrs. Loise Herman Sr., preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 o'clock this Monday evening by Father Haen and the Knights of Columbus. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 11, 1960 ******** Funeral services for C.J. Hessel, 77, a prominent business man of Francis Creek for 52 years who died Saturday at his home, were at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Saur Fuenral Home, Kellnersville, and at 10 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek, with a solemn requiem Mass. The Rev. John Haen was celebrant, the Rev. George Beth deacon, and the Rev. Alphonse Wagner the sub-deacon. Burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Tom, Jack, Russell and Daniel Hessel and Webber and Robert Herman. Out of town relatives and friends attending the funeral were Mrs. Mae Moran, Miss Fides and Joseph Landgraf of St. Paul, Minn.; Mrs. Carl Benish of Eau Claire, Wis.; George Benish and Rose Hessel of Milwaukee; Mr. and Mrs. Nick Stoneman of Madison; Mrs. Harvey Jahn of Adell, Wis.; Mr. and Mrs. James French and son of Sheboygan; and Mrs. Mary Birsch and son, Thomas, of River Forest, Ill. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 13, 1960
DORIS M. HESSEL Doris M. Hessel, age 81, formerly of 423 Laurel Dr., Francis Creek, entered into Eternal Rest Thursday, June 8, 2017 at St. Mary's Home in Manitowoc. Doris was born Dec. 19, 1935 in Two Rivers to the late Raymond and Marie Chestnut Schetter and has been a lifelong area resident. She was a 1948 graduate of the Mishicot High School. Doris married John "Jack" Hessel May 9, 1959 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot and he preceded her in death may 19, 1998. Doris worked as an assembler at Paragon Electric for 30 plus years. She was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church in Francis Creek. She enjoyed camping and traveling for many years and loved to go shopping. Survivors include one son, Mark Hessel of Francis Creek; five grandchildren, Samantha (Nicholas) Roth; Laura Pabian; Sara Pabian; Josh (Elizabeth) Pabian; Jenna (Andre) Saint Louis; two great grandchildren; two sisters, Marjorie Wilfert of Sheboygan; Betty (Bill) Saunders of Two Rivers; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Mary and Jimm Smejkal of TX, Carol Hoberg of TX, James "Zeke" Hessel of Wausau; Rose Marie Schetter of Manitowoc; nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was also preceded in death by one son, Michael Hessel; two brothers, Herbert (Margaret) Schetter and Jerry Schetter. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at St. Anne Catholic Church in Francis Creek with the Rev. John Becker officiating with burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Relatives and friends may call after 9:00 am on Tuesday at the church until the time of service at 11:00 am. There will be no Monday evening visitation. The Hessel family would like to express a very special thank you to the entire staff at St. Mary's Home of Manitowoc and to Linda Blattler for the love and special care extended to Doris during her illness. Your kindness will be always remembered. The Lambert Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Hessel Family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times - June 10, 2017
EDWARD HESSEL Edward Hessel, 74, of Francis Creek, died late Wednesday afternoon at home after a heart attack. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Saturday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Francis Creek. Mr. Hessel was born June 20, 1889, at Francis Creek, son of the late Frank and Margaret Blimel Hessel. He attended Francis Creek Schools. He married Agnes Benishek Feb. 3, 1914, and the couple observed the golden anniversary of the wedding in February of this year. After marriage, he operated the homestead farm until 1948 and then was employed until 1954 by Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc. Surviving are his wife; a son Sylvan of Francis Creek; two daughters, Mrs. E.J. (Ivy) Menchal and Mrs. Norbert (LaVerne) Ewen of Francis Creek; four sisters, Mrs. William Bertler of Manitowoc, Miss Rose Hessel of Milwaukee, Mrs. Joseph Muench of Francis Creek, and Mrs. John Fenlon of Cooperstown; seven grandchildren and two great-grand- children. A brother and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 24, 1964 ******** A triple wedding, with three sisters as brides, will be celebrated at Branch Tuesday, February 3. Agnes, Julia and Jane Beneschek, daughters of Wenzel Beneschek, have been licensed to wed, the first named to Edward Hessel, Kossuth; Miss Julia to August Miller, also of Kossuth, and Miss Jane to J. Hall, of the town of Manitowoc. Invitations have been issued to several hundred guests for the wedding. Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 24, 1914 p.3 ******** 3 SISTERS ARE BRIDES ON SAME DAY Agnes, Jennie and Julia Benishek Wed at Branch MANY GUESTS AT UNUSUAL WEDDING Three sisters became brides at a ceremony performed at Branch today, hundreds of guests being in attendance at the unusual celebration, one of the first triple weddings in Manitowoc county in half a century. Misses Agnes, Julia and Jennie Benishek, daughters of Wenzel Benishek, a well known farmer of the county, were the brides and united in marriage, Agnes to Edward Hessel of Francis Creek, Julia to August Miller, Francis Creek and Jennie to Joseph Hall, of Manitowoc. Following the ceremony at which the three couples pledged their vows at the one time, a wedding dinner was served and this evening the guests will participate in a celebration at Radje's hall at Branch. Manitowoc Daily Herald, February 3, 1914 p.4
EVA HESSEL Death Robs Home of Little Child The sympathy of many friends will go out to Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Hessel of Rockwell in the death of their little daughter Eva Hessel, who passed away in the hospital of this city yesterday. The child was five years old and the idol of the home. She suffered from tonsil trouble which affected the heart and death was sudden and unexpected. The funeral will be held Monday morning at St. Ann?s Church at Francis Creek. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, December 11, 1920
FRANK HESSEL Frank Hessel, 86, (above) well known Francis Creek hotel and tavern keeper for many years, who had been living a retired life at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Joseph Muensch, in the village, died early Sunday morning. The intense heat of the past several days affected Mr. Hessel who had enjoyed good health despite his advanced years. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday at the home of a granddaughter, Mrs. William Hassmer, in Francis Creek. Burial will be in St. Ann?s cemetery. Mr. Hessel, the last member of the pioneer Hessel family, was born in Francis Creek in 1861, and in 1883, married Miss Margaret Blimel. They located on a Kossuth farm near the village. Later Mr. Hessel entered business in Francis Creek, operating a hotel and tavern for years. Then he became an auctioneer and cattle buyer. He was a familiar figure in Manitowoc for years, driving in from Francis Creek on business with a horse and buggy, disdaining the automobile as a means of travel. Mrs. Hessel died two and a half years ago, since which time he had resided with his daughter. Surviving are two sons, Louis of this city and Edward of Francis Creek; five daughters, Mrs. William Bertler of this city, Mrs. Joseph Muensch and Mrs. Ben Kochan of Francis Creek, Miss Rose Hessel of Milwaukee, and Mrs. John Fenlon of Cooperstown; 18 grandchildren and six great-grand- children. The body may be viewed at the Hassmer home in Francis Creek until the hour of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 25, 1947
******** IN CIRCUIT COURT MANITOWOC COUNTY WISCONSIN. Frank Hessel, Plaintiff, vs Frank Pfeffer, Mary Pfeffer his wife, Harry Kelley, Arthur Wyseman, Frank Skopek, Joseph Frye, and Manitowoc Building & Supply Co. a domestic corporation and Thomas Gallagher and Harry Russel and Joseph Kellner, Defendants. By virtue of a judgment of foreclosure and sale rendered in the above entitled action, in the court aforesaid, on the 24th day of November, 1911, and duly perfected and docketed at 10:30 A.M. December 1st, 1911, I shall offer for sale and sell to the highest and best bidder at public vendue at the East front door of the Court House, in the city and county of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, on the 18th day of January, 1913, at Ten o'clock A.M. all the following described mortgaged premises, or so much as shall be sufficient to satisfy the said judgment, interest, solicitor's fees, costs of foreclosure and costs of sale, situate in the county of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, to-wit:- Commencing at the southwest corner of section fourteen, township Twenty north of range No. Twenty-three east, thence east two chains seventy links, thence north seventy-six and three-fourths degrees east, to chains twenty links to center of Green Bay road, thence along center of Green Bay road north twenty-eight degrees west, one chain sixty links, to southeast corner of town lot, thence along south line of said town lot south sixty-nine and one fourth degrees west, one chain sixty-seven links to sourthwest corner of said town lot, thence along the west line of said town lot north twenty-eight degrees west, one chain and twenty-one links to northwest corner of same lot, thence south sixty-eight and one half degrees west two chains twelve links to section line, thence south along section line one chain seventy-five links to place of commencement, being part of southwest quarter of southwest quarter of section No. Fourteen township No. Twenty north of Range No. Twenty-three east, containing 80-100 of an acre. Dated this 2nd day of December, 1912. Walter Pellet, Sheriff of Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin. Isaac Craite, Plaintiff's Attorney. Manitowoc Pilot, December 19, 1912 P. 4
GARDNER R. HESSEL Garner (sic) Dies In Hospital Early Monday FRANCIS CREEK-Garner (sic) (Gardy) Hessel, associated for almost a quarter of a century with his father in the operation of Hessel?s, widely known dining establishment, died early Monday morning at Holy Family Hospital. Mr. Hessel, 47, had been a hospital patient 10 days but had been ill the past two years. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, and at 10 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church in this village. The Rev. Joseph Rauch will officiate at the solemn requiem high Mass and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Hessel was born in this village on Jan 31, 1908, a son of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Hessel. He obtained his grammar school in the village and then attended St. Norbert High School at DePere where he was graduated in 1926. "Gardy," as he was known, was employed by the Standard Oil Co. of Francis Creek from high school graduation until 1932. He married the former Grace Stoneman on Sept. 15, 1931, and shortly thereafter joined with his father in the operation of the C. J. Hessel dining room, tavern and bowling alleys. The dining room was established by his parents in 1906 and is well known for the family style chicken dinners which are served. Mr. Hessel was a third degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council 710 of Manitowoc, a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin for 30 years, and the Holy Name Society of St. Ann Church. His other affiliations included St. Ann choir for more than 20 years, Elks Lodge of Two Rivers, the Manitowoc County Barbershop Chorus, and Manitowoc County Sheriff and Deputy Sheriffs Assn. Mr. Hessel served for three years as a member of the board of directors of the Wisconsin State Proprietors Bowling Assn. Surviving are his wife; a son (private); and a daughter (private); parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Hessel of the village; two brothers, Paul of Two Rivers and Richard of Fond Du Lac; and a sister, Mrs. Larry Axel of the village. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Tuesday. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 8 p.m. Tuesday by the Holy Name Society and at 8 p.m. Wednesday by Father Rauch and the Knights of Columbus. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 13, 1955
GRACE C. HESSEL Mrs. Grace Hessel, age 85, of 429 Laurel Dr., Frances Creek, died Friday evening, March 26, 1993, at her residence. Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Anne?s Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. Michael Koch and the Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate with burial in St. Anne?s Cemetery, Francis Creek. She was born April 23, 1907, at Mishicot, daughter of the late William and Catherine Murray Stoneman. She attended grade school and high school. She was married to Gardner (Gardy) Hessel. He preceded her in death in 1955. She was employed at the Francis Creek Bank for a time and also the Post Office at Francis Creek. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Tom and Caron Hessel, Francis Creek; a daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Dale McKenna, Jefferson; four grandchildren, Kathleen Bressan, Gregory Hessel, Michael and Steven McKenna, and four great grandchildren. Friends may call at St. Anne?s Church after 9:30 a.m. Monday. Memorials may be made to St. Anne?s Parish Memorial Fund or St. Anne?s Educational Endowment Fund.. The Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, are assisting the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, March 28, 1993 P. A2 ******** (b. 23 Apr 1907/d. Mar 1993/SSDI)
INFANT DAUGHTER OF THOMAS HESSEL Private burial rites for the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hessel of Francis Creek who was born and died Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, were Thursday morning. Burial was in St. Ann Cemetery, Francis Creek. Surviving are the parents, sister, Kathleen; a brother, Gregory; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Meyer of Rockwood; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Grace Hessel of Francis Creek and maternal great grandmother, Mrs. Theresa - illegible--. The Mother is the former Caren Meyer. Manitowoc Herald Times - Thurs., April 7, 1966 - page T5
JOHN PAUL HESSEL (d. 1967) Family funeral services for John Paul, infant son of Robert G and Irene Mleziva Hessel, 2509-43rd St., Two Rivers, who was born Monday at Holy Family Hospital and died there Tuesday, were at 3 p.m. Tuesday at St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen officiated and burial was in the church cemetery. Surviving are the parents, two sisters, (private), a brother, (private), maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Mleziva, Rt. 1, Maribel, paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Orval Hessel, Rt. 2, Manitowoc, and maternal great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wencel Frisch, Kellnersville. Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, was in charge. Manitowoc Herald Times Wednesday, June 14, 1967 pg. T-13
JOSEPH HESSEL From Der Nord Westen, 14 Jan. 1897: A 14-mo. old son of Chas. Hessel, in Kossuth, died Wed. last week of the croup. The little body was buried Fri. in the Catholic Cemetery in Kossuth. ******* Wednesday is Jan. 6. (1897 Jan 06 Hessel Joseph co. death index v.5 p.31) ******** Joseph Hessel birth: November 1895 Kossuth, Manitowoc Co. death: 6 January 1897 Kossuth, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Francis Creek father: Charley Hessel mother: Mary Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
JOSEPH ROBERT HESSEL Funeral services for Joseph Robert Hessel, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hessel, of Francis Creek, who was born and died Friday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, were at 5:15 p.m. Saturday, at St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen officiated and funeral was in the church cemetery. Survivors include the parents, a sister, a brother (names omitted for privacy), maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Meyer, of Rockwood, paternal grandmother, Mrs. Grace Hessel, of Francis Creek, and a maternal great grandmother, Mrs. Theresa Yench, of Rockwood. The mother is the former Caren Meyer. Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville was in charge. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 15, 1967 P. 11
JOSEPHINE HESSEL Mrs. Robert Hessel, 68, nee Josephine Zeddies, of route 5, Manitowoc, died Tuesday night of a heart attack. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Rockwood Lutheran church. The Rev. E. Zell will officiate and burial will be in St. Ann cemetery in Francis Creek. She was born in Cooperstown in 1883 and in 1908 was married to Mr. Hessel. They located on a farm near Francis Creek. In January, 1950, they moved to the village of Rockwood. She was a member of the Rockwood Lutheran Bible class. Survivor are a son Orville of Francis Creek; five sisters, Mrs. Frank Rothe, Mrs. E.C. Meyers, Mrs. Frank K__wanek, and Mrs. Matt Rahn of Green Bay, and Mrs. Gordon Hall of Manitowoc; and two grandchildren. Friends may call at the Pfeffer funeral home, Manitowoc. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 31, 1951
LAURA P. HESSEL Mrs. Laura Hessel, 75, of Francis Creek, died at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient seven days. Earlier, she had been a patient two months at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Rockwood Evangelical Lutheran Church, Rockwood, the Rev. David Worgull officiating. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Francis Creek. Mrs. Hessel was born Laura Kassa, July 26, 1885, at Hika, Town of Centerville, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Wencel and Anna Duchas Kassa. She received her elementary education in the town of Centerville. She was married to Charles Hessel April 22, 1907, at Manitowoc. For many years, they operated the Hessel eating establishment and bowling alley, retiring in 1958. They observed their golden wedding anniversary in 1957. Mr. Hessel was postmaster at Francis Creek and also director of the Francis Creek State Bank for 16 years. He preceded her in death in January, 1960. Mrs. Hessel was a member of Rockwood Evangelical Lutheran Church and also a member of the Bible Class of the church. A son Gardy preceded her in death in 1955 and a brother and sister also preceded her in death. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Larry Axel of Francis Creek; two sons, Paul of Two Rivers and Richard of north Fond du Lac; three sisters, Mrs. William H. Kappelman of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, Mrs. William Slater and Alma of Cleveland; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, after 2 p.m. Wednesday until 10:30 a.m. Thursday and at the church after 11 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial has been established in her honor and donations may be sent to Rockwood Evangelical Lutheran Church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, March 14, 1961
LOUIS HESSEL Louis (Louie) Hessel, 74, former Francis Creek tavern operator, died of a heart attack at home at 1007 N. 16th St., Manitowoc, Friday morning. Funeral services will be at 9:15 a.m. Monday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. E. A. Radey will officiate and burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Francis Creek. Mr. Hessel, a native of Francis Creek, was born May 30, 1887, son of the late Frank and Margaret Blimel Hessel. He attended St. Ann Catholic school in the village and from 1916 until 1946 operated a tavern and general store at Francis Creek. After that he came to Manitowoc and was engaged in tending lawns and gardens for a number of persons. He married Anna Rank in 1919 at Francis Creek. She died in 1946. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Arthur J. Schmidt, of Manitowoc; a brother, Edward, of Francis Creek; four sisters, Mrs. William Bertler, of Manitowoc, Miss Rose Hessel, of Milwaukee, Mrs. Joseph Muench, of Francis Creek, and Mrs. John Fenlon, of Cooperstown; and a granddaughter, Kathleen Schmidt, of Manitowoc. A sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. by the parish and at 8 p.m. by Catholic Knights of Wisconsin. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, July 1, 1961
MARGARET HESSEL Mrs. Frank Hessel, nee Margaret Blimel, 79, Francis Creek, died at her home today after a lingering illness. She was born in Superior, Wis., in 1865 and shortly after, her parents moved to Francis Creek. In 1883, she was married to Frank Hessel and the couple have lived in Francis Creek ever since. She is survived by her husband; five daughters, Mrs. William Bertler, Manitowoc, Rose Hessel, Milwaukee, Mrs. John Fenlon, Cooperstown, Mrs. Ben Kochan and Mrs. Joseph Muensch, both of Francis Creek; two sons, Edward and Louis, both of Francis Creek; one brother, Frank Blimel, both of Francis Creek; 18 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Altar society of St. Ann?s Catholic church at Francis Creek Funeral services will be held at 9:15 a.m. Monday at the home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Ann?s Catholic church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The body may be viewed at the home from 3 p.m. Saturday until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, February 1, 1945
MARIA HESSEL After a long battle with T.B., Mrs. Carl Hessel died Sat. in Francis Creek. She is survived by her husband and 5 children. The burial took place Tues. in the Catholic Cemetery of Francis Creek. Der Nord Westen, 11 Feb. 1897 ******** Mrs. Charles Hessel of Francis Creek died on Friday of last week of consumption of the lungs. She had been ill a long time. Manitowoc Pilot, February 11, 1897 (Note: Charles Hessel is buried in Francis Creek) ********* Mary Hessel Wisconsin Death Index Name Mary Hessel Event Type Death Event Date 05 Feb 1897 Event Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin "Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907," database, FamilySearch Mary Hessel, 05 Feb 1897; from Wisconsin Deaths, 1820-1907 ******** Mary Blumel Hessel birth: 1862 Kussuth death: 5 February 1897 Kossuth, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Francis Creek spouse: Carolus Hessel Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
MICHAEL JOHN HESSEL Michael John Hessel, age 52, of 423 Laurel Dr., Francis Creek, lost his battle with cancer on Tuesday, March 6, 2012, at his residence. Mike was born to John and Doris Schetter Hessel January 30, 1960 in Two Rivers. He leaves behind his mother Doris; his partner, Sheri Waachl; four step-children: Laura, Sarah, Josh, and Jenna Pabian; his twin brother, Mark Hessel; his niece Sam Hessel; and by many uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, John "Jack" Hessel, May 19, 1998. Dear Loved Ones, Family, and Friends I will miss you all very much, but please don't be sad. Each and everyone of you have given more to me in my life, than I to you. You all have helped me to be me, and for that I am so thankful. I have had a life with no regrets, starting with a few years working construction, which led to being an over the road truck driver for almost 30 years. In that time working for Krause's Trucking, R&J Transport, and G&G Specializing Transport Co., I was so lucky to see this great country of ours, transport some of the most interesting pieces of equipment to places and people I would never had a change to do otherwise. Along the way, the people and co-workers made it not a job, but fun. I also had so much fun with all of you, from hunting and fishing, snowmobiling, snow skiing, boating, water skiing, camping, traveling, watching the Pack, riding our Harley's, to just sitting around laughing, and smiling. So you see, I lived the dream. I am truly a blessed man, so when you are thinking of me, smile, raise your glass, and enjoy! Thank you all for everything! I will miss you, till we meet again, Love, Mike A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1 p.m., on Saturday, March 17, 2012, at St. Anne Catholic Church in Francis Creek, with the Reverend John Becker officiating, with burial of his cremated remains to be held at a later date in the St. Anne Parish Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call after 9a.m., on Saturday at the church, until the time of service at 1 p.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation. The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot, is assisting Mike's family with funeral arrangments. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter from March?9,?2012
ORVAL HESSEL Orval F. Hessel, age 92, of 213 S. Packer Drive, Manitowoc, village of Francis Creek, died late Sunday night, March 3, 2002 at the Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers. Funeral services will b eheld at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 7, 2002 at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. Theodore Hendricks will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Orval was born May 5, 1909 in the town of Kossuth, son of the late Robert and Josephine Zeddies Hessel. Orval was a 1927 graduate of Manitowoc's Lincoln High School. On June 18, 1934 he was married to the former Sylvia Stedl at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Kellnersville. The couple farmed i nthe town of Kossuth until miving to Francis Creek in 1973. Sylvia preceded him in death on Dec. 11, 1998. Orval was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church, Catholic Knights Branch #86 of Francis Creek, Francis Creek-Rockwood Senior Citizens and the Farm Bureau. He enjoyed gardening, yard work and playing cards. Survivors include two sons and one daughter-in-law: Robert and Irene Hessel of Francis Creek; Gary Hessel of Francis Creek; four grandchildren: Laura and Steve Braun of Manitowoc; Susan and Paul Wilberding of Sun Prairie; Victoria and Ronald Bauer of Two Rivers; Robert and Karie Hessel of Two Rivers; three great-grandchildren: Eric and Joshua Wilberding of Sun Prairie; Lucas Bauer of Two Rivers; two sisters-in-law: Verna Stedl of Greenleaf; and Marie Pontzlaff of Greenleaf. Orval was preceded in death by an infant grandson. Relatives and freinds may call at St. Anne Catholic Church in Francis Creek, on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 10:30 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville is serving the family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Tuesday, March 5, 2002 pg. A3
ROBERT HESSEL (d. 1965) Robert Hessel, 88, of Rockwood, died Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he was a patient two weeks. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Hessel was born May 19, 1877, at Francis Creek, son of the late Jacob K. and Caroline Kiel Hessel. He was graduated from Rockwood Graded School. He married Josephine Zeddies May 27, 1908, and the couple lived on the Hessel homestead farm until 1950, retiring and moving to Rockwood. She died in 1951. He was a charter member of the State Bank of Francis Creek, its first secretary, past president and a director for 45 years, former clerk of the Town of Kossuth, which he served for seven years, and was justice of the peace and health officer for the township for many years. He was a member of the Holy Name Society and a 50 year member of the Catholic Knights Branch No. 86. Surviving are a son Orville, of Francis Creek; a brother, Charles K.; and a sister, Mrs. Mary Steinbrecker, of Manitowoc; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A brother and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday where at 7:30 p.m. the Rosary will be recited by the Holy Name and Catholic Knights members and the parish. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 14, 1965
TERESA HESSEL Miss Teresa Hessel, 78, of Francis Creek, died Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she was a patient one week. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, and at 10 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Miss Hessel was born May 23, 1893, at Francis Creek, daughter of the late Charles and Mary Blimmel Hessel Sr. She was a lifelong resident of Francis Creek except for six years when she resided with her parents in Anaheim, Calif. Survivors include a brother, Reinhardt, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, and nieces and nephews. Three brothers and a sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 p.m. Friday where a Prayer service will be held at 8:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 16, 1971
THERESIA HESSEL Mrs. Hessel, widow of the late Casper Hessel, died Thursday last week in the residence of her son Charles Hessel in Francis Creek. The deceased reached an age of over 75 years and had lived in Town Kossuth for many years where she enjoyed a fine reputation. Her death resulted from old age debility. She is survived by 4 sons and 4 daughters among whom is Mrs. P. Korneli here. The funeral was held Saturday. Der Nord Westen, 06 Sep. 1906 ******** FRENCH CREEK PIONEER DEAD Mrs. Hessel, Widow of Late Casper Hessel Dead at Age of 75 years Death has taken another pioneer of the county, claiming Mrs. Hessel, widow of the late Casper Hessel, Thursday evening, her demise being ??? age and infirmities which had caused ?????? weeks. Decendent(sic) was past 75 years of age and had resided here for a long term of years and was well and favorable known throughout the county. Of late she has made her home with a son, Charles at Francis Creek. Four sons and four daughters survive, one daughter being Mrs. P. Kornely this city. The funeral will be held Sunday at 2 at Francis Creek. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, August 31, 1906 p.1 ******** Mrs. Theresa Hessel, who suffered a stroke of paralysis on August 26th, passed away last Thursday afternoon at the home of her son Charles at Francis Creek, after having hovered at the verge of death for five days. She was stricken while going to church, and she never regained consciousness. She was 75 years of age. Since the death of her husband several years ago she had been making her home with her son Charles. Mrs. Hessel had been a resident of the county for some fifty years. Four sons and four daughters survive. They are: Charles of Francis Creek, Quering (sic) of Escanaba, Anton of Los Angeles, and John, Mrs. Peter Kornely of this city, Mrs. F. Krumdick of Kossuth, and Mrs. A. Landgraf and Mrs. T. Benesh of Eau Claire. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at 2 o?clock from St. Ann?s church at Francis Creek. Mrs. Hessel was well and favorably known in the county, and her demise will be regretted by many. Manitowoc Pilot, September 6, 1906 ******** Mrs. Anton Hessel and daughter Eva arrived here last Thursday from Los Angeles, Cal., called by the serious illness of Mrs. Theresa Hessel, who died shortly before the arrival of her daughter-in-law and grand daughter. Manitowoc Pilot, September 6, 1906 ******** Notes From Kingsbridge. Mrs. H. Langraph and Mrs. Joe Benesh of Eau Claire, Mr. and Mrs. Querin Hessel of Escanaba, Mich., Mrs. Anton Hessel and daughter Eva, of Los Angeles, Cal., who were here to attend the funeral of their mother, Miss (sic) Thresia Hessel, have returned to their respective homes. Manitowoc Pilot, September 13, 1906 ******** Theresia Hessel birth: 1831 death: 30 August 1906 Kossuth, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1906 Kossuth, Wis. father: Frank Straka spouse: Casper Hessel Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
ANTON HOCHMAN ANTON HOCHMAN, KOSSUTH FARMER, DIES AT AGE OF 88 Anton Hochman, aged 88, a resident of this county for more than 47 years, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Schlies at Branch yesterday afternoon, death being attributed to complications incident to old age. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at nine from the home to the St. Anne?s church at Francis Creek. Mr. Hochman was born in Bohemia, February 2, 1839, and came to this country at the age of __ settling in Kossuth where he has since lived, being engaged in farming from which he retired some years ago. Mrs. Hochman preceded him in death 32 years ago and three daughters, Mrs. Peter Slaby of Tisch Mills, Mrs. A. Polifka of Franklin and Mrs. John Schlies of Route 5, and one son, Anton, Route 5, survive. Fourteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren also remain to mourn his passing. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, March 4, 1927 P. 1
FRANTIZEK HULETZ Joseph Holetz(sic) spent the past week at Milwaukee where he was summoned by the serious illness of his father who died Sunday morning. The body will be taken to the home of his son, Stephen Holetz, from where the funeral will be held at 10 o'clock Thursday morning, with interment at Francis Creek cemetery. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, April 5, 1916 P.3 ******* The body of Frank Hulitz (sic), a former well known resident of the county, was brought here from Milwaukee yesterday and buried at Francis Creek. Mr. Hulitz died Sunday at advanced age. A son, Joseph Hulitz, resides at Francis Creek. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 7, 1916 P.3 ******** Notes from Melnik- Brockville Joseph Hulitz Sr., a civil war veteran whose former home was in this vicinity, died at the Soldier?s Home in Milwaukee from the effects of a stroke of paralysis last Sunday morning. The body was taken to the place of his son, Stephen of this place from where the funeral was held Thursday morning with interment at the Francis Creek Cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Apr. 13, 1916 ******** CARD OF THANKS I desire to express my grateful thanks to neighbors and friends for their kindness in the death and burial of my late father, Frank Hulitz, especially to the Catholic Knights and Woodmen of Francis Creek. Joseph Hulitz. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 7, 1916 P.4
MARIA THERESIA HULETZ MELNIK Mrs. Frank Hulitz, an old resident of this place, about 70 years of age, died early Sunday morning of diseases incident to old age. She is survived by a husband and two sons who have the sympathy of the community in their sad affliction. The funeral was held Wednesday with interment at the Francis Creek Cemetery. Mrs. Edward Hostak, who has been here to attend the funeral of her grandmother, Mrs. Frank Hulitz, returned to her home at Oconto Falls last Saturday. The Reporter - Sat., July 19, 1913
ALICE HUTTERER Mrs. Alice Hutterer, age 79, of 8704 Polifka Road, Whitelaw, died Saturday morning August 1, 1992, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday morning at the Sauer Funeral Home, Kellnersville, and 10 a.m. at St. Anne?s Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. Donald Schneider will celebrate the Mass with burial in the parish cemetery. The former Alice Blanchard and was born February 7, 1913, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late William and Emma Nemetz Blanchard. She attended Manitowoc Rapids School. On September 16, 1930, she married Joseph J. Hutterer at St. Anne?s Catholic Church, Francis Creek. She and her husband farmed in the Town of Kossuth for many years and she worked for the Normington Dry Cleaners in Manitowoc for 20 years, retiring in 1975. Mr. Hutterer preceded her in death on October 11, 1990. She was a member of St. Anne?s Parish. Survivors include one son and his fiance, Ronald Hutterer and Cynthia L. Hufeld, of Whitelaw; two grandchildren, Joe Hutterer, Francis Creek, and Cindy Hutterer, Green Bay; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Edward and Doris Blanchard, Shawano, William and Margaret Blanchard, Hesteria, Calif.; two sisters, Mabel Haas, Shawano, and Esther Grenier, Two Rivers. Friends may call at the Sauer Funeral Home, Kellnersville, on Monday, August 3, 1992, from 5-8 p.m. with parish prayer services at 7:30 p.m. led by Father Schneider. Herald Times Reporter, August 3, 1992 P. A2 ******** (7 Mar 1913/1 Aug 1992/SSDI)
ANNA M. HUTTERER Anna M. Hutterer, age 98, formerly of Francis Creek, died on Thursday morning, April 2, 2009, at Harmony of Manitowoc West. Anna was born March 29, 1911, in the town of Kossuth, daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Augustine) Seidl. She attended St. Anne School in Francis Creek and was a graduate of the Rockwood State Graded School. Anna married John Hutterer on Sept. 30, 1931, at St. Anne's Catholic Church in Francis Creek. He preceded her in death on May 10, 1999. In the past, Anna had worked for Drees Restaurant in Francis Creek. Anna was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church, St. Anne's Altar Society and the Francis Creek and Rockwood Senior Citizens. She enjoyed playing cards, especially sheepshead, sewing and flower gardening. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law: Kenneth (Joyce) Hutterer, rural Francis Creek; John (Joan) Hutterer, rural Francis Creek; one daughter and one son-in-law: Janet Brockhoff, rural Francis Creek; Robert Novak, Rockwood; 21 grandchildren: Mike Brockhoff; Janelle (Tom) Ray; Cheryl (Dean) Benthein; Ann (Kevin) Gretz; Barbara (Bob) Fricke; Carol (Greg) Lambert; Debbie (Jeff) Pelishek; Randy (Ann) Hutterer; Connie (Duane) Lambert; Kathy (Randy) Roth; Theresa (Dale) Strouf; Jeff Novak; Jodi (Scott) Rogala; Mark Novak; Mary Novak; Susan (Dean) Kornely; Sandy (Steven) Menges; John (Mary) Hutterer; Karen (Mike) Valenta; Carrie (Kurt) Brotski; Billy (Janice) Hutterer; 45 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law: Verienna Hutterer, Branch. Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband: John; one daughter: Irene Novak; one son-in-law: Melvin Brockhoff; two sisters: Lillian Kochan and Irene Seidl; two brothers: John and Michael Seidl; one grandson: Stevie Hutterer. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at St. Anne Catholic Church in Francis Creek. Rev. Paul Paider will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Relatives and friends may call Monday, April 6, 2009, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home in Kellnersville, and again Tuesday at church from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. There will be a parish prayer service on Monday at the funeral home at 7:30 p.m. led by Father Paider. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff of Harmony West and Holy Family Memorial Home Care for all of their care shown to Anna during her stay at Harmony West. Herald Times Reporter, April 4, 2009
CLARENCE F. HUTTERER Clarence F. Hutterer, age 90, of 7420 Hidden Lane, Manitowoc, died Thursday afternoon, March 30, 2000, at River?s Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 3, 2000, at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. Officiating will be Rev. Theodore Hendricks and burial will follow at the church cemetery. Clarence was born January 19, 1910, in Francis Creek, son of the late John and Anna Goedert Hutterer. He married Dorothy Shimek on Novermber 18, 1944, at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. She preceded him in death in 1997. Clarence lived his entire life on the family farm in Manitowoc County. He was employed at the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry for 24 years, retiring in 1972. He was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek, and Francis Creek-Rockwood Senior Citizens. Clarence enjoyed watching the Packers and Brewers for many years on television. Survivors include four sons and two daughters-in-law, David Hutterer, Frncis Creek, Darrell Hutterer, Francis Creek, Dale and Kathy Hutterer, Kellnersville, Daniel and Margaret Hutterer, Michigan; two daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Aloyce Seidl, Rockwood, Bonnie and Tom Peroutka, Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren, Christine (Dave) Lensmeyer, Gary Seidl, Tracie (Doug) Dokey, Holly Seidl, Mike Peroutka, Cindy Peroutka, Michelle (Tom) Arndt, Michael, Vicki, Mark and Dylan Hutterer; three great grandchildren, Courtney Arndt, Jered Lensmeyer, Stephanie Dokey; three sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law, Anna Hutterer, Manitowoc, Anna Hutterer, Francis Creek, Verienna Hutterer, Branch, Leonard Shimek, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; six brothers; two brothers-in-law, three sisters-in-law. Relatives and friends may call on Monday at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek, from 9 a.m. until the time of mass at 10:30 a.m. Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, April 1, 2000 P. A2
DOROTHY M. HUTTERER Dorothy M. Hutterer, age 72, of rural Francis Creek, died Saturday, September 27, 1997, at Bellin Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 30, 1997, at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. Rev. Ted Hendricks will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with interment in the church cemetery. Dorothy was born May 22, 1925, at Rockwood, daughter of the late Peter and Catherine Muench Shimek. She grew up and was educated at Rockwood and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1943. Dorothy was employed at Imperial Eastman for 22 years, retiring in May, 1987. On November 18, 1944, she married Clarence E. Hutterer at St. Anne Catholic Church. They celebrated 52 years of marriage together. Dorothy was a lifelong member of St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek, the Christian Mothers Altar Society and the Francis Creek Senior Citizens. Survivor include her husband, Clarence F. Hutterer; children include, David Hutterer and Darrell Hutterer, both at home, Judy (Aloyce) Seidl, rural Rockwood, Bonnie Tom) Peroutka, rural Manitowoc, Dale (Kathy) Hutterer, Kellnersville, Daniel (Margaret) Hutterer, Petoskey, Mich.; 10 grandchildren, Christine (Dave) Lensmeyer, Gary Seidl, Tracie (Doug) Dokey, Holly Seidl, Mike Peroutka, Cindy Peroutka, Michelle (Tom) Arndt, Michael, Vicki and Mark Hutterer; a great-granddaughter, Courtney Arndt; a brother, Leonard Shimek, Manitowoc; a sister and brother-in-law, Anna and Jerome Hutterer, Rockwood. She was preceded in death by two sisters and an infant brother. Relatives and friends may call at Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville, on Monday (TODAY) from 5-8 p.m. and on Tuesday at St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday evening (TONIGHT) led by Father Ted. Herald Times Reporter, September 29, 1997 P. A2
JOHN HUTTERER (d. 1948) John Hutterer, 74, of route 2, Manitowoc, died last night at the Holy Family hospital following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 8:45 a.m. Thursday at the Pfeffer funeral home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic church in Francis Creek, the Rev. Joseph Rauch officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. He was born in Kossuth in 1874 and operated a farm there until eight years ago when he retired. In 1900 he married Anna Goedert who died in 1913. Survivors are six sons, Joseph, John Jr. and Clarence of route 2, Jerome of Rockwood, Raymond of Manitowoc and Paul of Branch; brother, Henry of Fond du Lac; six sisters, Mrs. Barbara Kremer of Sheboygan, Mrs. George Hebel and Mrs. Ignatz Kunz of Athens, Mrs. Andrew Branucher of Dorchester and Mrs. Mathew Reif and Mrs. Frank Reif of Francis Creek; 11 grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home after 7 p.m. Tuesday and the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 1, 1948 P. 2
JOHN Q. HUTTERER (d. 1999) John Q. Hutterer, age 92, of 109 circle Drive Rte. 2, Manitowoc, died Monday morning, May 10, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 12, 1999, at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. Rev. Ted Hendricks will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Mr. Hutterer was born September 19, 1906, in the town of Kossuth, son of the late John and Anna Goedert Hutterer. He attended St. Anne School at Francis Creek. On September 30, 1931, he married the former Anna Marie Seidl at St. Anne Catholic Church. The couple farmed in the town of Kossuth moving to Francis Creek in 1965. John also worked for A & P Dairy division for 43 years, retiring in 1971. He was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church, the Rockwood-Francis Creek Senior Citizens. He enjoyed gardening and playing cards. Survivors include his wife, Anna, Francis Creek; two sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth (Joyce) Hutterer, rural Francis Creek, John (Joan) Hutterer, rural Francis Creek; two daughters and one son-in-law, Janet Brockhoff, rural Francis Creek, Irene (Robert) Novak, Rockwood; 21 grandchildren, Mike Brockhoff, Janelle (Tom) Ray, Cheryl (Dean) Benthein, Ann (Kevin) Gretz, Barbara Samz, Carol (Greg) Lambert, Debbie (Jeff) Pelischek, Randy (Anne) Hutterer, Connie (Duane) Lambert, Kathy (Randy) Roth, Theresa (Dale) Strouf, Jody (Scott) Rogala, Jeff (Traci) Novak, Mark Novak, Mary Kay Novak, Susie (Dean) Kornely, Sandy (Steve) Menges, John S. (Mary) Hutterer, Karen (Mike) Valenta, Carrie (Kurt) Brotski, Billy Hutterer and his fianc?, Janice Kleiber; 39 great-grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters-in-law, Jerome (Anna) Hutterer, Rockwood, Clarence Hutterer, rural Francis Creek, Verienna Hutterer, Branch; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Lester, Raymond, Joseph and Paul; one son-in-law, Melvin Brockhoff; one grandson, Stevie Hutterer; two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Hutterer and Alice Hutterer. Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville on Tuesday (TONIGHT) from 5-8 p.m. There will be a parish prayer service at 7:30 p.m. led by Fr. Hendricks. Relatives and friends may also call on Wednesday at St. Anne Church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30. A special thanks to Holy Family Memorial Medical Center nursing staff on 3 East and Transitional Care Unit, especially Kristin Jurgens. Thanks for all you did for our father and grandfather. Herald Times Reporter, May 11, 1999 P. A2 ******** (19 Sep 1906/10 May 1999/SSDI)
JOSEPH HUTTERER (d. 1910) Joseph Huttern (sic), an aged pioneer, passed away at his home here Friday morning at the age of 93 years. Death was due to the infirmities of old age. Deceased was one of the first to settle in this vicinity and was one of the few pioneers that we had left us. He was the father of five children, one son and four daughters. The son died many years ago. One of the daughters lives in Sheboygan and three live in Green Bay. The funeral will be held Tuesday with interment in the Catholic cemetery. Manitowoc Daily Tribune, Monday, February 28, 1910 P.1
JOSEPH J. HUTTERER (d. 1990) Joseph J. Hutterer, 89, of 8704 Polifka Road, Whitelaw, died Thursday evening, October 11, 1990 at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc, where he had been a resident for one month. Funeral services will be 9:30 am Monday, October 15 at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville and 10 am at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Francis Creek. Rev. Donald Schneider will be celebrant with burial to follow at St. Anne's Cemetery. He was born September 23, 1901 in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late John and Anna Goedert Hutterer. He farmed in the Town of Kossuth his entire life, retiring in 1988. On September 16, 1930, he married Alice Blanchard at St. Anne's Church, Francis Creek. They celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary this past September. Mr. Hutterer was a member of St. Anne's Church, Francis Creek. Survivors include his wife, Alice, a son, Ronald and a special friend, Denise Hanzel of Whitelaw; two grandchildren, Joe Hutterer and Cindy Hutterer; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Jerome and Anna Hutterer of Rockwood, John and Anna Hutterer of Francis Creek, Clarence and Dorothy Hutterer of rural Manitowoc, Paul and Verinna Hutterer of Branch. He was preceded in death by two brothers. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, 5 pm to 8 pm Sunday. Father Schneider will lead a prayer service at 7:30 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times - Fri., Oct. 12, 1990 - page B10 ******** (23 Sep 1901/11 Oct 1990/SSDI)
JOYCE E. HUTTERER Joyce E. Hutterer, age 75, of 7822 Hillcrest Rd., Manitowoc, died Sunday, August 4, 2013 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. The former Joyce Schaetz was born on June 8, 1938 in Brown County, daughter of the late Killian and Ann (Wisner) Schaetz. Joyce was a 1956 graduate of Mishicot High School. She was secretary of her graduating class. On January 26, 1957, Joyce married Kenneth Hutterer at Holy Innocents Catholic Church in Manitowoc. The couple started farming in the Town of Kossuth in 1962 and Joyce was a dedicated farmer?s wife. Joyce also worked as a waitress in various establishments in the Francis Creek and Kellnersville area. She was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church in Francis Creek. Joyce was an excellent cook and baker. She had a ?green thumb? and loved working in her garden and flower beds. She enjoyed traveling, playing cards and word search puzzles. When she was no longer able to garden, she enjoyed seeing how many different birds she could attract to her bird feeders. Survivors include her husband, Ken Hutterer, rural Manitowoc; her four children, Barbara (Robert) Fricke, Manitowoc; Carol (Greg) Lambert, Mishicot; Debbie (Jeff) Pelischek, Two rivers; Randy (Anne) Hutterer, rural Manitowoc; nine grandchildren, Melissa (Bill) Wesenick, Ryan Samz, Jamie (Amanda) Lambert; Jesse Lambert, Nicole (Mathew) Berg; Renee (Christopher) Tantillo; Aaron Braun and his fianc?, Brittany Goodrich, Andy Hutterer and Emily Hutterer; five great grandchildren, Ethan, Tristan, Collin, Aiden and Nora; one sister and brother-in-law, Janice (Roger) Rezachek, Manitowoc; one aunt, Mildred Wisner, Kellnersville; two sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law, Janet Brockhoff, rural Manitowoc, Robert Novak, rural Two Rivers, John (Joan) Hutterer, rural Manitowoc, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death by her parents, Killian (Ann) Schaetz; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, John (Anna) Hutterer; one brother-in-law, Melvin Brockhoff; one sister-in-law, Irene Novak; one nephew, Stevie Hutterer. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 8, 2013 at St. Anne Catholic Church in Francis Creek. The Rev. John Becker will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with cremation to follow and burial of her cremated remains in the parish cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville on Wednesday from 4:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Thursday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at 11:00 a.m. There will be a parish prayer service at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home led by Fr. Becker. Joyce?s children would like to thank their dad for his excellent care and unending dedication to our mom in the last few years. Also thanks to sister, Janice for always being there to help care for her. Manitowoc Herald Times - Aug. 6, 2013
RAYMOND HUTTERER Raymond Hutterer, 60, of Milwaukee, former Town of Kossuth resident, died Monday at Milwaukee County General Hospital, where he had been a patient since February. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in St. Anne Cemetery, Francis Creek. Mr. Hutterer was born Jan. 20, 1910, in Town of Kossuth, son of the late John and Anna Goedert Hutterer. He had been employed at Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry, Manitowoc, for several years. The past 14 years he resided at Milwaukee. Survivors include five brothers, Joseph of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, Jerome of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, John and Clarence of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, and Paul of Branch; and nieces and nephews. A brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday morning until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 9, 1970
JOHN J. JALOWIEC John Jalowiec, 31, of Francis Creek, died Tuesday evening at Francis Creek as the result of a traffic accident. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Sauer Funeral Home, Kellnersville. The Rev. James Massart will officiate with burial in St. Anne Cemetery, Francis Creek. Mr. Jalowiec was born Sept. 15, 1945, at Antigo, son of William and Marie Jalowiec. She(sic) was graduated from Antigo High School and married Diane Kocian Brotski. Mr. Jalowiec was employed at Northern Laboratories, Manitowoc. (Survivors omitted for privacy) A brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, after 4 p.m. Thursday and Friday until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established. Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday, March 9, 1977 p.21