ANDREW WEBER Death Friday here of Andrew Weber, a resident on the North Side of our city from stomach cancer. The deceased was born in Germany and came to Manitowoc in 1881 where he has lived ever since, for many years operating a shoemaking business. He is survived by his wife and 4 children. The funeral was held Tuesday morning. Der Nord Westen, 03 Dec. 1908 ******** PIONEER SHOEMAKER DEAD Andrew Weber Succumbs Friday.. Andrew Weber, one of the oldest of the city’s residents, died on Friday at the late home, 735 North Sixth street, direct cause of death being cancer of the stomach. Decedent was born in Koenigsreich, Wittenberg and came to this country in 1881 and has plied his trade as a shoemaker here for many years. The surviving family consists of a widow and four children, Mrs. O. C. Gardner, Milwaukee, William, Clara and Elizabeth, Manitowoc. He is also survived by three sisters in Chicago and one brother. The funeral will be held from the St. Boniface church on Tuesday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, November 28, 1908 P. 2 ******** Funeral of the late Andrew Weber will be held from the home on North Sixth street Tuesday at 9 am with interment at Calvary Cemetery.Death of Mr. Weber camer on the day following his birthday on Thanksgiving Day and it was his wish that he might be spared to be with his family on that day since he realized that the end was near. Of late years, the decedent had been employed as a lawn maker about the city, an act in which he was very proficient. Aside from relatives here he leaves an aged mother and other relatives in Germany. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Mon, Nov. 30, 1908 ******** A peaceful death at his home on North 6th street last Friday ended the troubles of Andrew Weber who for many months had been a sufferer with cancer of the stomach. Mr. Weber came to this country in 1881 from Wittenberg, where he was born and for some years plied his trade as a skilled shoe maker, drifting of late years into lawn gardening and other outdoor vocations. He is survived by a widow, three daughters and one son, all but one residents of this city. The funeral was held Tuesday from St. Boniface church. Manitowoc Pilot, December 3, 1908
BARBARA WEBER Mrs. Barbara Weber, 93, of 735 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a short illness. Funeral services will be at 8:15 a.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc and at 8:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Rev. D.L. Krembs will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The former Barbara Moseler was born January 1, 1863, at Crov. Germany, and when 18 came to the United States, settling in Manitowoc County. In May of 1881 she was married to Andrew Weber and the couple located at Manitowoc where he died 47 years ago. She had been making her home with a daughter, Mrs. Frank Haws. Surviving her in addition to the daughter are a son, William of Sheboygan, 14 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Friday by the Sacred Heart parish. Herald Times Reporter, November 8, 1956
MATHILDA WEBER DEATH of MATHILDA: Death is a Sad One: Mrs. O.C.Gardner of Two Rivers, nee Mathilda Weber, of this city, died at her home in Two Rivers Monday, news of her demise coming as a painful shock to relatives and friends here. Mrs. Gardner was 25 year of age and had spent most of her life in this city, having been born here. She was married five years ago and is survived by a husband and three small children, her mother, Mrs. Andrew Weber, 735 N. Sixth Street, one brother, William and two sisters, Elizabeth and Clara. The funeral will probably be held tomorrow. "Manitowoc Daily Herald," Manitowoc, Wisconsin, April 19, 1910 ******** The funeral of the late Mrs. O.C. Gardner will be held at this city tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. the body being conveyed here from Two Rivers. Carriages will leave for the cemetery immediately after the arrival of the body. "Manitowoc Daily Herald," Manitowoc, Wisconsin, April 20, 1910
GLEN W. WEEKES Manitowoc - Glen W. "Pa" Weekes, age 92, a Manitowoc resident, died Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Woodside Manor III, Green Bay. He was born on August 29, 1925 in Minneapolis, MN., son of the late Elmer and Edith (Downs) Weekes. Glen served during World War II in the United States Navy. On November 15, 1947 he married the former Margaret (Sally) Singer at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on August 11, 2011. Glen was a machinist with the Manitowoc Company, Ice Division, for many years, retiring in 1988. He was a member of the AmVets Post #99 and St. Francis of Assisi, Manitowoc. Survivors include three sons and four daughters-in-law: Gary & Jan Weekes, Green Bay, Dr. Richard & Kimberly Weekes, Milwaukee, Robert & Sue Weekes, Green Bay, Sue Weekes, Cary, NC.; one son-in-law: Robert (Nancy) Check, Lebanon, TN.; 10 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; two sisters: Evelyn Dahl, Woodland, CA., Maxine Sanchez, Reno, NV.; one brother: Gene Weekes, CA.; and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Barb Weekes, Manitowoc, Jan Singer, Manitowoc, and Mary & Jack Plattner, St. Germaine. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by one daughter: Kathleen Check; one son: Gregory Weekes; one great granddaughter: Hailey McCrow; one brother: Eldon Weekes; and three brothers-in-law: George Dahl, Pete Sanchez and Bob Singer. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 23, 2018 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand (1416 Grand Avenue) Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Mark Mleziva with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside Military Rites will be accorded by AmVets Post #99. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand (1416 Grand Avenue) Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Monday, April 23, 2018 until 10:45 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff and volunteers at Unity Hospice and the staff at Woodside Manor for their compassionate care and support given to Glen and his family. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter April 19, 2018
HELEN WEIER Helen Tulach Weier, age 84, a Manitowoc resident, died on Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. She was born on Aug. 2, 1925, in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Alvin and Stella (Schieleder) Gebhart. Helen was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1943. On May 6, 1944, she married Glenn Tulach at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1970. She later married Clement Weier on July 15, 1981, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1991. Helen was employed at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center from 1970 until 1993 in the Central Service Unit. After retirement, Helen worked for Holy Innocents Catholic Church in the Extended Care Program and the lunch program. She was a member of the Association of Lady of the Snows since 1943. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was also preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Stella Gebhart; a special aunt: Margaret Hall; a stepson: Kenneth Weier; two brothers-in-law: Calvin Sommers and Michael Dahm; and a step granddaughter; Stephanie Weier. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010, at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dan Viertel. Cremation has occurred at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc. Burial of the cremated remains will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010, until 10:30 a.m. The family would like to express a special thank to the staffs at Laurel Grove and Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for all of the care given to Helen. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 3, 2010
HAROLD J. WEINA Harold J. Weina, 60, of 1229 S. 31st st., Manitowoc, died Friday morning, Aug. 26, at St. Mary Hospital, Milwaukee. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial and entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc, with military graveside rites accorded by Amvets Post No. 99. Mr. Weina as born Aug. 26, 1923, a Manitowoc, son of the late Bernard and Helen Stanzel Weina. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1941 and attended the University of Michigan. He was a Veteran ___ in World War II as a corporal in the United States Amy serving overseas in Europe. He married Doris E. Knutson ,July 15, 1944, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was a member of Machinists Local No. 516 and Amvets Post No. 99. He was presently employed at Manitowoc Engineering Co. Survivors include his wife, Doris; a son, Brian at home; four daughters and three sons-in-law, Karen and Dale Klein Sr. of Waupaca, Wis., Sharon and Gary Green of Manitowoc, Susan Wein of Wisconsin Rapids and Diane and Dennis Jensen of Redgranite, Wis.; a brother and sister-in-law, Benjamin and Eleanor Weina of Manitowoc; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Mary and Ralph Augustine of Manitowoc and Mrs. Joann Jewuse of Kewaunee, Wis.; four grandchildren, Dale, Tina, Gordon, and Craig, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday where a prayer service will be at 7 p.m. Amvets will meet Sunday at 6 p.m. at the funeral home to pay their respects. Herald Times Reporter, August 27, 1983 P. 3 ******** (WEINA Harold J. 8/26/1923 8/26/1983 Phase I Patio B Tier A Crypt 2)
MARY M. WEIR Mary M. Weir, age 76, a Manitowoc resident, died on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at River's Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. Mary was born on April 26, 1940 in Valders, WI, daughter of the late Francis and Hazel (Torrison) Meany. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1958. Mary was employed as a private duty baby nurse for four years. She was also employed at St. Joseph's Hospital as an administrative assistant with the blood bank retiring after 22 years due to a disability. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law: Virginia and Ray Safarik, IL; two grandchildren: Carrie Chicoine and Michael (Kelly) Safarik, all of IL; five great grandchildren: Melanie, Kyle, Andrew, Jessica and Annabelle; one sister and brother-in-law: Jeanice and Conrad Lerum, Plant City, FL; one sister-in-law: Sharon Meany, Manitowoc; and one special niece: Barb Walsh. Other nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, great great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by two sisters and brothers-in-law: Lois and William Walsh, Joanne and Jerry Zarn; two brothers and one sister-in-law: Claude and Betty Meany, and Paul Meany. Cremation has taken place at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand (1416 Grand Ave), Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. David Pleier with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand, Manitowoc, from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter May 13, 2016
HENRY WEITER Henry Weiter, 48, employee of the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. for about 20 years and a deputy sheriff of Manitowoc county for four years, died at the family home at 1030 South 21st Street Sunday night at 11:45 o’clock after suffering a stroke earlier in the evening. Mr. Weiter had not been in ill health. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 8:30 from the Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 9 o’clock at St. Boniface Catholic Church, the Rev. J. H. Schmitt officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The body will lie in state after 7 o’clock tonight at the Pfeffer Funeral Home. The rosary will be recited Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Weiter was born on November 28, 1892, at St. Wendel. He moved to Manitowoc in October 1919. He married Wilma Pfeifer on October 7, 1919. A short time later he began work as a buffer with the Aluminum Goods firm. He was a deputy sheriff under Sheriff Norman Berkedal for four years. His fraternal affiliations were with the Eagles Lodge and the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin, St. Wendel chapter. Survivors are his mother, Mrs. Nic Weiter of St. Wendel; the widow, one daughter, Esther Helen Weiter at home; one son, Elmer John Weiter, at home; two brothers, Nic Weiter of St. Wendel and John Weiter of Milwaukee; and three sisters, Mrs. Herman Endries of St. Nazianz and Mrs. Frank Pribek and Mrs. James Pribek of Manitowoc. Manitowoc-Herald Times, March 24, 1941, page 2 ******* Born: Nov. 28, 1892 at St. Wendel, Manitowoc Co., WI Died: Mar. 23, 1941 in Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., WI. Married Wilma Anna Pfeifer October 7, 1919 (unknown if in Manitowoc County or Sheboygan Co., WI.) Note: Wilma Anna Pfeifer born 26 June 1899 in the Town of Mosel, Sheboygan County, WI.; died Dec. 4, 1988 in Kewaunee, Kewaunee Co., WI. Burial at Calvary Cemetery. Son Elmer John Weiter born Mar. 16, 1925 in Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., WI; died 12 Sep 1980 in Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co., WI; burial Sep. 15, 1980, at Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co., WI. Unknown if daughter Esther Helen Weiter is living (born ca 1922 in Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., WI) (all from researcher/see contributors page)
JULIA WEITER Mrs. John Weiter, age 42, died at the hospital yesterday afternoon. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart church, Father Grace officiating. Burial will take place at Calvary cemetery. Mrs. Weiter, nee Julia Felten, was born May 5, 1891 in Greenleaf. On May 3, 1922 she married John Weiter. The couple have lived in Manitowoc, 716 N. 10th street, for the past year. Besides her husband the deceased is survived by two children Dorothy May, 6, and Raymond, 11; four brothers, Jake and Peter of Manitowoc and Matt and Henry of Greenleaf; and three sisters, Dorothy of Milwaukee, and two others at the St. Francis convent. The body will lie at the Pfeffer funeral home until the time of the funeral. Manitowoc Herald Times Saturday, July 22, 1933 pg. 10
WILMA WEITER Wilma A. Weiter, 89, formerly of 1030 S. 21st Street, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, December 4, 1988, at the Kewaunee Health Care Center, Kewaunee. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Wedbesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Julian C. Resch and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Weiter was born June 26, 1899, at Cleveland, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Michael and Albertina Schneider Pfeifer. She married Henry Weiter on October 7, 1919, at St. Wendel Catholic Church, Cleveland. He preceded her in death on March 23, 1941. Mrs. Weiter was a Manitowoc resident all her life whose home was open to female boarders for 24 years from 1942-1964 (sic). Survivors include a son-in-law, Victor Kohlmann of Manitowoc; a daughter-in-law, Audrey Weiter of Milwaukee; seven grandchildren, Michael and Kenneth Kohlmann, Sister Joellen, Judy Goodchild, Michael, Therese and Gregory Weiter; nine great grandchildren; one great great grandson; a niece, Alice Koch of Glenview, Illinois other nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Esther Kohlmann, a son, Elmer (Bud) Weiter, two brothers and two sisters. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, where a prayer service will be 8 p.m. by Rev. Julian C. Resch. Herald Times Reporter, December 5, 1988 P. 17 ******** PFEIFER-WISTER (sic). Miss Wilma Pfeifer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Pfeifer, Cleveland, and Henry Wister, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wister, also of Cleveland, were united in marriage Tuesday, October 7 at St. Wendel church, the Rev. A. Rodes performing the ceremony. The couple entered the church to the strains of Lohengrin's wedding march. The bride wore a dress of white satin and beaded georgette and carried white swansonia and pink roses. Her attendants were the Misses Mamie Wister and Julia Felton, one of whom wore a white georgette dress and the other a pink crepe de chine. Both carried pink carnations. Nicholas Pfeifer and John Wister attended the groom. The flower girl, little Miss Bernice Eggsein, Chicago, a niece of the bride, wore a white crepe de chine dress and carried a basket of swansonia and carnations. Following the ceremony at the church a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents, Cleveland. Mr. and Mrs. Wister will make their home at Manitowoc, 1030 S. Twenty-first street. The following out-of-town guests attended the wedding: Mr. and Mrs. John Pfeifer, Kaukauna; Mrs. Jacob Lummerding and son, Ray, Kaukauna; Mrs. H. Eggstein and daughter, Bernice, Chicago; Miss Ulia Felton, Milwaukee; Mr. and Mrs. William Ruebel and son Elroy, Mr. and Mrs. A. Waldersheim and son Gilbert, Manitowoc; Mr. and Mrs. Mike Prepster, Sheboygan; Mr. and Mrs. John Pfeifer, Mr. and Mrs. Alois Meyer, St. Nazianz; Mr. and Mrs. N. Binversie and daughter Mary, and sons, Henry and William; Mr. and Mrs. John Binversie, School Hill; Frank Binsfield, Brillion. Sheboygan Press, Friday, October 10, 1919 P. 5
BR. JOSEPH WEITHMAN, O.F.M. Br. Joseph Weithman, O.F.M., a friar of the Sacred Heart Province, died peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, December 20, 2016, at St. Mary's Home at the Felician Village in Manitowoc, WI, at the age of 83. Joseph Weithman was born to Leo. J. and Jane C. (nee Hawk) Weithman, on April 16, 1933, in Cleveland, OH. He was received into the Franciscan community as a novice on July 4, 1952, and professed Solemn Vows on July 5, 1956. Br. Joe's main ministry to the province and the Church was fraternal service while working in various parishes, at the Franciscan Missionary Union, in hospital ministry and wherever else he was needed. Br. Joe was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by two brothers and three sisters: Leo (Beverly), Kathleen (James) Stafford, Sr. Joan Marie, OP, Dennis (Judy), and Maryann Drake; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews and good friend to many. Br. Joe is also survived by his Franciscan Family. The Franciscan community would like to express their deep appreciation and assurance of prayers to the staff at St. Mary's Home at the Felician Village for the care they gave to Br. Joe over the years he resided there. Family, friars, and friends will gather on Thursday, December 29, at Blessed Angela Chapel at the Felician Village, 1635 South 21st Street, Manitowoc, WI, at 11:00 a.m. The Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at 12:00 p.m. Br. Joe will be buried alongside his Franciscan brothers at Calvary Cemetery in Manitowoc. In your kindness, please consider making a donation in memory of Br. Joe for the continued care of our retired brothers and priests. Any donation would be much appreciated. Please send your charitable contribution to Blessed Giles Friary, 1820 Grand Avenue, Manitowoc, WI, 54220. May God bless you. Arrangements by The Pfeffer Funeral Home & All-Care Cremation Center, 928 S. 14th Street, Manitowoc, WI, 54220. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Dec. 28, 2016
HAZEL A. WELCH Miss Hazel A. Welch, 79, of 1426 s. 21st st., Manitowoc, died Sunday, January 11, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore J. Hendricks will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Hazel Agnes Welch was born Oct. 9, 1901, at Elkhorn, Wis., daughter of the late Peter and Anna Driscoll Welch. She was graduated from Beaver Dam High School and from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh with the Class of 1923. Following her graduation in 1923, she came to Manitowoc where she was a teacher in the Manitowoc Public School System. Miss Welch taught first grade at Garfield and Cleveland Schools in Manitowoc for more than 40 years, retiring in June, 1967. She was a member of St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society of St. Boniface Church and Catholic Women’s Club. Survivors include a sister and brother-in-law, Helen and George Mergen of Manitowoc. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral home 4 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Mondayafternoon. A prayer service will be at 8 o’clock by St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society, Catholic Women’s Club, members of the parish and friends. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter ******** (WELCH Hazel A. 10/9/1901 1/11/1981 Phase II Patio A Tier B Crypt 1)
HOWARD G. WELLHOEFER Howard G. Wellhoefer, age 75, of 1518 Iris Dr., Manitowoc, died peacefully at his home, Monday, January 17, 1994. Funeral Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, January 20, 1994, at the Jens Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Father William Zimmer, with entombment to follow in Calvary Chapel Mausoleum. He was born December 15, 1918, in Manitowoc, son of the late Max and Clara Herman Wellhoefer. He was educated in the Manitowoc School System and graduated with the Class of 1937 from Lincoln High School. He married Rose Swada at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, in 1945. He was a former co-owner of Wellhoefer’s Sea Grill. He worked for the Boiler Maker Local 197 of Milwaukee. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Howard was a Scout Commissioner and Scout Master of Sacred Heart Church. He was a member of the Hamilton Band, a faithful navigator of the Knights of Columbus of Concil 710. He was a past exalted ruler of the Manitowoc Lodge #687. He was also a former member of the County Board and Chairman of the Advisory Board Committee to the City Council. He was a former member of the Sheriffs Committee and also a former Deputy Sheriff. Survivors include his wife, Rose France; one son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Cheryl Wellhoefer, Lake Orion, Mich.; three daughters and sons-in-law, Susan and Gerald Pieschel, Sheboygan, Mary and Greg Erdmann, Manitowoc, Jane and Scott Luchterhand, Manitowoc; six grandchildren, Gerald and Aimee Pieschel, Jennifer Erdmann, Ben, Laura and Ryan Wellhofer; two sisters and brothrs-in-law, Grace and Lyman Elliot, Doris and Allan Kortas; five sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law, Dorothy Wellhoefer, Esther Jaeckel, Frances and Ralph Bodwin, Ann Grimm and Theresa Kubichek; nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Max and Robert Wellhoefer, and two sisters, Jane Murphy and Lucille King. Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday evening with a prayer service at 7 p.m. lead by Father Zimmer. Herald Times Reporter, January 19, 1994 P. A2
ROSE FRANCES WELLHOEFER Rose Frances Wellhoefer, age 88, formerly of 1518 Iris Drive, Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, April 17, 2010, at St. Mary's at Felician Village. The former Rose Swada was born on March 3, 1922, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Thomas and Frances Wiese Swada. She was a 1939 graduate of Two Rivers Washington High School. Rose attended the Manitowoc Business College. Prior to her marriage, she worked at the Manitowoc County Register of Deeds office. In 1941, she was voted "Miss Dairy Queen" for the town of Two Rivers. On February 10, 1945, Rose was married to Howard G. Wellhoefer at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Two Rivers. Howard preceded her in death on January 17, 1994. Over the years, Rose had worked as a waitress at the Branch River Country Club. Howard and Rose owned and operated the Wellhoefer's Sea Grill where she waitressed for more than 10 years. In 1953, Rose was chosen the second best waitress in the state of Wisconsin by the Wisconsin Restaurant Association. She was a former member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manitowoc and a current member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. She was a past member of Sacred Heart Womens Society, Manitowoc Elks Auxiliary and also served as a former Girl Scout leader. Survivors include her four children: Susan (Gerald) Pieschel, Sheboygan; Daniel Wellhoefer, Houston, Texas and his fiancee, Stacey Richardson; Mary (Gregory) Erdmann, Manitowoc; Jane (Scott) Luchterhand, Branch; seven grandchildren: Gerald Pieschel Jr., Amiee Pieschel, Benjamin (Lindsay) Wellhoefer; Ryan Wellhoefer; Laura (Paul) Rathkamp, Jennifer Erdmann and her fiance Christopher Cooper, Larz Luchterhand; two great-grandchildren: Skylar Pieschel and Dace Lee Rathkamp; and two anticipated great-grandchildren this year; two sisters and one brother-in-law: Frances (Ralph) Bodwin, Two Rivers; Anna Grimm, Two Creeks. Many nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband: Howard; her parents: Thomas and Frances Swada; one brother: Cornelius Swada; two sisters and three brothers-in-law: Theresa (Louis) Kubichek; Esther (Albert) Jaeckel; Norbert Grimm. Funeral services will be held at noon on Tuesday, April 20, 2010, at the Blessed Angela Chapel at St. Mary's Home, 1635 S. 21st St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Klingeisen will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call on Tuesday from 11 a.m. until noon at the chapel. The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the Wellhoefer family. A special thank you to the staff of Tower Two at St. Mary's Home for the kind and compassionate shown to our mother for the past several years. Herald Times Reporter April 18, 2010
ANTHONY J. WELNETZ Anthony J. Welnetz, 61, of Rt. 4, Sturgeon Bay, a former Manitowoc resident, died Saturday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. John Hephne will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Welnetz was born May 6, 1911, at Wakefield, Mich., son of the late Anton and Stella Welnetz. He married Julia DeSonia Sept. 9, 1934, at Manitowoc, He was employed as a carpenter by Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., and Manitowoc Engineering Co. until three years ago when he retired and moved to Rt. 4, Sturgeon Bay. He was a member of Manitowoc Eagles Aerie 706, past secretary of Manitowoc Carpenters Local No. 849 and past member of Wisconsin National Guard. Survivors include his wife, three sons and a daughter (Survivors omitted for privacy.); a brother, Joseph, of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Robert Maynard, of Milwaukee and Mrs. John Engeldinger and Mrs. Wilbur Kumbalek, of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Tuesday evening where a Wake service will be held at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 26, 1972
JULIA A. WELNETZ Julia A. Welnetz, age 88, of Garfield Gardens and most recently of Whitetail Estates died Tuesday, September 19, 2000. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, September 22, 2000, at St. Boniface Catholic Church. Officiating will be Rev. Camilus Janas, (O.F.M.) Cremation will follow and burial of her cremated remains will take place at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. She was born November 18, 1911, at Wakefield, Mich., daughter of the late Thomas and Catherine Sweet DeSonia. She married Anthony (Zec) Welnetz. Julia worked at J.C. Penney for many years and later was a sales representative of Stanley Home Products as a demonstrator and sales manager. Julia and Zec owned Welnetz Vacation Land in Little Sturgeon, Door County until the time of Zec's death in 1972. Julia then returned to Manitowoc, where she spent her summers at her cottage at Harpts Lake, where she loved to fish. Many neighbors and fishermen became her good friends. She was called "Cookie Grandma" by her great-grandchildren. She always had a big smile and a cookie for them when they visited. Julie was a member of A.A.R.P. She volunteered at the Senior Center going to local nursing homes to play Bingo with the residents. She also worked for the Manitowoc Heart Fund. Survivors include her children, Robert & Ruth Welnetz, Manitowoc, James & Beverly Welnetz, Francis Creek, Joyce and Richard Schroeder, Manitowoc, Donald & Barb Welnetz, CA; her grandchildren, Dan & Patty Welnetz, Manitowoc, Chris Welnetz, Savannah, GA, Theresa & John Reimer, Two Rivers, Kevin Welnetz, Francis Creek, Sue Schroeder, Manitowoc, Michael & Lisa Schroeder, Manitowoc, Carri Welnetz, Manitowoc, Ryan Welnetz, Two Rivers; her great-grandchildren Brianna & Abby Welnetz, Ashley & Cameron Schroeder, two sisters, Pearl Parolari, Wakefield, MI, Geraldine Bleicher, Valpariso, ID; one sister-in-law, Mickey Engeldinger, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Anthony. Relatives and friends may call on Friday, from 9 a.m. until the time of mass at 11 a.m. at St. Boniface Cathlic Church. Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, September 21, 2000
ANTHONY WELNICKE Funeral services for the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Welnicke of 703 Hancock St., Manitowoc, who was born and died Saturday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, were at 9 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Alfred Pritzl officiated and burial was in Evergreen Cemetery. Surviving in addition to the parents are a brother and a sister (names omitted for privacy), paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Welnicke, and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James Skrivanie, of Manitowoc. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 18, 1961 P. 13
EDWARD J. KADOW (Wensing Lot) Edward J. Kadow, 57, of Antigo, a former resident of Manitowoc, died suddenly this morning at his home of a heart attack. Mr. Kadow left Manitowoc 30 years ago and established himself in the meat market business in Antigo. Survivors are the widow, four sisters, Mrs. Clara Milski, Mrs. Helen Guidinger, Mrs. Theo Posen and Miss Hattie Kadow, all of Manitowoc; three brothers, Frank, San Francisco, Calif., Alex, Milwaukee and Arthur, Reedsville. Funeral arrangements have not been completed. Manitowoc Herald times - Wednesday, July 21, 1937 - page 9
ESTHER J. WENSING Esther J. Wensing, age 79, a resident of St. Mary's Home, died on Friday evening, June 12, 2009, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc. The former Esther Kutil was born on June 27, 1929, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Michael and Katherine (Ross) Kutil. She was 1947 graduate of Lincoln High School. On November 8, 1947, she married Melvin Wensing at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Melvin preceded her in death on February 7, 1986. In the past Melvin and Esther enjoyed camping. Esther was a bookkeeper for Pat Theis Watercare in Manitowoc. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was preceded in death by her parents: Michael and Katherine Kutil; her husband, Melvin Wensing; one daughter: Nancy Lee Kluczinske; one granddaughter: Patricia Ann Carbon; three brothers-in-law: Bill Hoida, George Wentz, and Russell Grall. Private family graveside services were held at Calvary Cemetery in Manitowoc. The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory of Manitowoc assisted the family. Herald Times Reporter, June 19, 2009
MELVIN J. WENSING Melvin J. Wensing, 57, of 821 S. 24th Street, Manitowoc, died early Friday morning, February 7, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Rev. Richard Klingeisen will officiate with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Wensing was born November 3, 1928 at Manitowoc, son of Ethel Curtis Wensing and the late Arthur Wensing. He married the former Esther J. Kutil on November 8, 1947 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mr. Wensing was employed as a Journeyman Plumber of Local 298 of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Mr. Wensing was a member of Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons Lodge 45 of Manitowoc and a member of Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons Chapter 16 of Manitowoc. Survivors include his wife, Esther; his mother, Mrs. Ethel Wensing of Manitowoc; three daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy Lee and Michael Kluczinske, Mary and James Dvorachek and Katherine and Chester Karbon, all of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Marie Wolff and Mrs. Nels (LoEan) Theirs, both of Manitowoc and Mrs. Eugene (Nathalie) Klemen of West Allis and three grandchildren, Christopher, Diana and Danny. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Patricia, a brother, Robert and a sister, Delores Smith. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 9 am Saturday until the hour of service. There will be no Friday evening visitation at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald times - Fri., Feb. 7, 1986 - page 3
SUSAN KADOW (Wensing Lot) Mrs. Edw. Kadow Dies in Hospital Mrs. Edward Kadow of Antigo, a former resident of this city, died at the Holy Family Hospital yesterday, an operation performed October 8, having failed to save her life. The funeral will be held Monday morning at St. Boniface Church with interment at Calvary Cemetery. Mrs. Kadow was 52 years old, having been born in Oconto County March 15, 1868. Besides her husband, she leaves four children from a former marriage, Mrs. Robert Mrotek, Henry and Arthur Wensing of this city and Gerhardt Wensing of Pueblo, Colorado. Five sisters also survive. Manitowoc Herald News - Saturday, Nov. 13, 1920 - page 4 ******** Mrs. John Miely of Big Suamico, Mrs. Mina Alby of Waterford, Wis., Mrs. Lydia Harris of Oconto, Wis., Josie Kettchel, Menominee, Mich., Mrs. Lizzie Tople and John Plucker of Green Bay and Henry Plucker of Escanaba, sisters and brothers of Mrs. Edward Kadow, who was laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery this morning were here to attend the funeral. Manitowoc Herald News - Monday, Nov. 15, 1920 - page 3
CAROL R. WESTER Carol R. Wester, age 71, of 1642 Atlanta Circle, Manitowoc, passed away Oct. 3, 2007, at home. She was surrounded by her loving family after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. Carol was born on May 15, 1936, in the city of Plymouth, to the late Lawrance and Cora (Hetzel) O'Grady. She attended St. Mary's Clarks Mills Catholic Grade School and graduated in 1954 from Valders High School. She attended Holy Family School of Nursing, graduating in 1957. After graduation she married Calvin J. Wester at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Clark's Mills, on Aug. 31, 1957. Carol continued her education attending the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee receiving her Bachelors of Nursing in 1970, her Master in Curriculm and Instruction in 1975, and a Master in Nursing in 1989. Carol was a nursing instructor at Holy Family School of Nursing until it closed in 1976. She also taught at Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton from 1977 to 1979. She then taught at Lakeshore Technical College, in the nursing program, from 1979 to her retirement in May 1994. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Carol was involved with many professional and volunteer organizations, giving many hours of her time to causes she thought were important. These included: Life-time member of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Alumini Association, Wisconsin State Examing Board of Nursing for four years, National League of Nursing, and 12th District Wisconsin Nursing Association, holding various positions in these organizations. Her passion and love was always directed toward the Catholic Church. She sat on various committees at St. Boniface Catholic Church including Finance, Board of Education, Parish Council, and St. Clara Catholic Women. She also was a member of the Daughters of Isabella, and the Resurrection Choir at St. Francis of Assisi. Her dedication to Catholic Education called her to serve on the Roncalli High School Board of Education. She was also a board member of Holy Family Memorial Human Resources Development Committee Her passions in life were church, family, grandchildren and her flowers at St. Boniface. She spent countless hours, planting, weeding, dead-heading, mulching and planning what flowers to plant the next year. She was a lector and communion distributor. She enjoyed going to the Island of Dominica to build shelters for the poor for nine years as head of the painting group with the Good News Organization of Wausau. She was a mother who was involved in the lives of her children and grandchildren, attending many activities and events. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by one brother: John O'Grady; three brother-in-laws: John Wester, Sr., Robert Wester and William Wester; and one sister-in-law: Delores Wester. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 8, 2007, at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen, with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2007. A prayer service will conclude the visitation at 7:30 p.m., led by the Rev. Richard Klingeisen. The family will also greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 8, 2007, until the time of service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Carol R. Wester Scholarship Fund at Roncalli High School. The Wester family extends a special thanks to Dr. Lynn Baatz, Holy Family Memorial Medical Center nurses and staff of The Cancer Center, Fifth Floor, and Hospice team for their care and compassion in Carol's long struggle with cancer. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 5, 2007
ROSALIA & OTTILIA WETZEL Two children of Mr. and Mrs. Wetzel of Indiana, were buried on Sunday from the residence of Mr. Schmidt on Washington street. The children, with their mother were visiting here, having arrived only a few days previously. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, November 15, 1883 ******** Two children of Mr. and Mrs. Wetzel, who came here from Indiana on a visit to the latter's parents, Mr. G. Schimidt, died last week. They had just arrived, when they both were taken sick, and both died on one day. Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, November 13, 1883 P. 1
MILDRED W. WEYENBERG Mildred W. Weyenberg, age 102, a lifelong Manitowoc resident, entered eternal life on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center. Mildred was born on April 28, 1913 in Manitowoc. She was the daughter of the late Walter and Theresa (Schrimpf) Meyer. She was a member of the 1931 graduating class of Lincoln High School. She married William A. Weyenberg in 1936 and he preceded her in death in 1946. She worked many years for the Schuette Bros. Department Store in Manitowoc. She was a member of the former Sacred Heart Catholic Church for many years and was currently a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and the Daughters of Isabella. Millie had a large circle of friends over the years and dearly loved spending time with them as well as her family. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law: William W. and JoAnn Weyenberg of Manitowoc; her daughter: Kathleen Brennan also of Manitowoc; five grandchildren and their spouses: Michael Weyenberg; James and Sarah Weyenberg all of Manitowoc; Randy and Karen Brennan of Swaziland, Africa; Laura and Kenneth Gesner of Weddington, NC; and Kelly and Reed Rudie of Freedom, WI. She is also survived by ten great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: Walter and Theresa Meyer; her husband: William A. Weyenberg; her father-in-law and mother-in-law: William E. and Ruth Weyenberg; four brothers: Sherb, Howard, Conrad and Clifford Meyer; one sister: Ruth Heise; and one son-in-law: Thomas Brennan. Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 5, 2015 at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, 1121 North 14th Street. Rev David Pleier will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with burial at a later date at Calvary Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call on Saturday at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 11:00 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com The family would like to thank the Sunshine Cove nursing staff at Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center for the wonderful care and friendship given to Mildred during her stay. We also want to extend our sincere appreciation to the Holy Family Memorial Hospice team. They were a great comfort to our mother and our family as well. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Dec. 2, 2015
PERMELIA WEYENBERG CANCER CLAIMS LIFE OF MRS. W. WEYENBERG Bringing relief from months of patient sufferings, death today claimed Mrs. William Weyenberg, at the family home at 1514 Division street. Death was due to cancer, against which Mrs. Weyenberg had battled for more than six months during which time she underwent two operations. The last, in July, brought temporary relief but during the last few weeks her condition took a turn for the worse and she passed peacefully away this morning. Mrs. Weyenberg was an active member of the St. Annes society of the St. Boniface church and that body will attend the funeral. Funeral services will be held Saturday morning at nine from the St. Boniface church, the Rev. Father Kersten officiating, and burial will take place at Evergreen. Born at Two Rivers, May 23, 1869, Mrs. Weyenberg spent the early years of her life there and removed with her parents to Sheboygan, there marrying E.B. Fargo in 1878. They moved to Mattoon and spent fifteen years in that city. There are four children by that marriage, being Mrs. Winfield Case and Mrs. Garfield Case of Minneapolis, Minn., and E.B. Fargo, Jr., of this city and Oliver Fargo. Eighteen years ago Mrs. Weyenberg was married to William Weyenberg and they came to this city 17 years ago. By that marriage, one son, William, survives. Five grandchildren also survive as do two brothers, George Kasson of Laona and William Kasson of Antigo and a sister, Miss Asenath Kasson of Mattoon. Mr. Weyenberg also survives. Manitowoc Herald News, September 8, 1927 P. 2
WILLIAM A. WEYENBERG Weyenberg Dies of Skull Fracture Suffered in Fall WILLIAM Weyenberg, Jr., 33, of 428 North Sixth street, who was discharged from the U.S. marine corps only last week after serving in the south Pacific, slipped and fell on a cement driveway near his home Friday night and suffered a fractured skull which caused his death at the Holy Family hospital early this morning. Coroner Theodore Teitgen announced there will be no inquest. Mr. Weyenberg served two years in the marines, including seven months overseas on Guam. He was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters. He was born on Christmas day, 1912, in this city, a son of Mr. and Mrs. William Weyenberg Sr. In 1936 he married Miss Mildred Meyer. He was employed in the city before entering the marines. He had the rank of private, first class, when honorably discharged. Surviving are his wife; a son, William, 10, and a daughter, Kathleen, 8; parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Weyenberg Sr., of this city; two step-sisters, Rachel Fargo of Minneapolis and Mrs. Garfield Case of Minneapolis; two step-brothers, Edward Fargo of this city and Oliver Fargo of Minneapolis. Military rites will be accorded Mr. Weyenberg by the Oas post, Veterans of Foreign Wars. There will be services at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Pfeffer funeral home, and at 9 o’clock at the Sacred Heart church, the Rev. L. M. Schorn officiating. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. The Catholic Order of Foresters will recite the rosary at the funeral home at 7 p.m. Sunday and it will again be recited at 7:30 p.m.. The body may be viewed from Sunday morning until the time of the services. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 3, 1946 P. 2
FRANCIS X. WHEELER (d. 2012) Francis X. Wheeler, 76, 2505 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday evening, Jan. 13, 2012, surrounded by his family at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. He was born on Dec. 16, 1935, on the family farm in Powers, Mich., son of the late George and Margaret (Dugre) Wheeler. He attended North Central High School in Powers, Mich.; and on July 6,, 1957, he married the former Frances (Jean) Zawada at Sacred Heart Catholic church in Schaffer, Mich. Fran began his work experience in Manitowoc, with Wisconsin Fuel and Light in 1961 and in 1977, he received his certificate in welding from L.T.C. He also worked for various home builders in the Manitowoc area. Fran was also employed with Burger Boat Company, where he began his career as a welder and continued his career at Manitowoc Ship Building Sheetmetal Shop. Fran retired in December of 1995 with Consumer Steel Company. Survivors include his wife, Jean, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law, David and Susan Wheeler, Sheboygan; three daughters and sons-in-law, Janice and Bob Bauer, Manitowoc; Kathy and Bill Miller, Manitowoc; Julie and Chuck Bornemann, Whitelaw; nine grandchildren, Edward, Megan, Gregory, Hannah and Clare Bauer, Nathan, Andrew and Aubrie Miller, Charles (CJ) Bornemann; one sister: Alice Becker, Manitowoc; two brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law, Chester and Patricia Zawada, Downers Grove, Ill.; Dennis and Maxine Zawada, Bark River, Mich.; Pauline Domine, Jackson, Wis. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Fran was also preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Robert and Rose Wheeler, George and Emily Wheeler and Stewart Wheeler; one infant sister: Ethel: one sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Daniel Mangin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jn. 17, 2012, at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand Ave. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc The family will greet relatives and friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 16, 2012, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. A prayer service will conclude the visitation at 7 p.m. led by Deacon Alan Boeldt. The visitation will continue on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2012, t The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc from 9:30 a.m. until the morning prayers at 1030 a.m. A special Thank You to Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for the wonderful and compassionate care given to Fran. Also a special thank you to Fr. Dick Klingeisen for his many visits to the nursing home. Fran was a loving husband and a good father who loved and shared his Catholic faith with all he knew. He loved cutting trees for fire wood and his many wood working projects, making keepsakes for family and friends. His interest in Chicago Northwestern Railroad and steam engines was passed on to his son David as they shared in that common interest for many years. Fran loved his grandchildren and tried to instill in his children the importance and value of visiting elderly distant family and friends. We Love you and will miss you. The Pfeffer Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter.
VERNON E. WHITCOMB Vernon E. Whitcomb, age 69, of 1606 Washington St., Two Rivers, died on Thursday, January 8, 1998, at his residence. Private family funeral services will be held. Rev. William O’Brien will officiate at the service. Entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Vern was born December 21, 1928, in Green Bay, son of the late Loretta Walker Whitcomb. He attended schools in Waubeno, graduating from Waubeno High School with the class of 1947. On September 4, 1947, he entered the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean Conflict. He was honorably discharged on April 23, 1954. He was employed for a number of years at Hamilton Industries and later at Paragon Electric Company, Two Rivers. He was a very active member of the Tow Rivers/Mishicot chapter of Ducks Unlimited. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and was an all-around avid outdoorsman and also a long time softball player. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and Patty Whitcomb, Little Lake, Mich., and John and Sharon Whitcomb, Janesville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Cindy and Vince Cwikinski, Milwaukee, and Beth and Bob Ernst, Two Rivers; seven grandchildren, Ryan and Lacy Whitcomb, Sarah and Kristin Whitcomb, Adam and Todd Cwiklinski, and Craig Ernst; one brother and sister-in-law, Darrell (Pat) Whitcomb, Lansing, Mich.; four sisters and a brother-in-law, Yvonne (Ralph) Van Hoof, North Bend, Ore., Joyce Peterman, Brillion, and Joe Fuller, and Lois Kowalski, both of Green Bay. He was preceded in death by his mother, Loretta; his foster parents, John and Linda Uelman; and by a grandson, Jason Ernst. There will be no visitation. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, January 11, 1998 P. 2 ******** (WHITCOMB Vernon E. 12/21/1928 1/8/1998 Phase I Patio B Tier B Crypt 3)
KAY ANN WHITE Graveside services for Kay Ann, two day old daughter of Merton and Luella Schmidt White of 207 E. Reed Ave., Manitowoc, who died Tuesday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, were at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Calvary Cemetery with the Rev. D. L. Krembs of Sacred Heart Catholic Church officiating. Surviving are the parents: A brother, Bruce, at home; her maternal grandfather, Fred Schmidt of Antigo and her maternal grandmother, Mrs. Walter Albrecht of Monico. The Mittnacht Funeral Home of Manitowoc was in charge of arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 12, 1960 P. 18
MARGARET O. WHITE Margaret O. White of 1409 Shoto Road, Two Rivers, entered eternal life on Sunday, May 30, 2010, at the John C. Lincoln Hospital in Phoenix, Ariz. Margaret was born on Aug. 6, 1919, in Rockland, Wis. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Bertha Petzlaff Beilke. Margaret was a graduate of Brillion High School. She had been employed with the Manitowoc County Fair for over 25 years, co coordinating all fair activities. On Sept. 11, 1948, she married Vilas G. White in Milwaukee. He preceded her in death on June 13, 2003. Margaret was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and the Manitowoc Garden Club. She is survived by two daughters: Judy Ann White and Patricia Louise White both of Phoenix, Ariz.; nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: Albert and Bertha Beilke; husband: Vilas White; six brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, June 4, 2010, at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Daniel Felton. Entombment will be at Calvary Mausoleum in Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter June 2, 2010
VILAS G. WHITE Vilas G. White, age 92, of 1409 Shoto Road, Two Rivers, Wis., died Friday evening, June 13, 2003, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers, Wis. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, Wis. Herald Times Reporter June 2003 ******** Vilas G. White, age 92, a resident of 1409 Shoto Road, Two Rivers, entered into eternal rest Friday, June 13, 2003 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Gerald Foley at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, Wednesday, June 18, 2003 at 11 a.m. Entombment will be at Calvary Mausoleum with military rites by AMVETS Post #99 accorded Mr. White. Vilas was born Nov. 19, 1910 in Lancaster, Wis., to the late Cecil and Seri Sale White. On Sept. 11, 1948, he married Margaret Beilke in Milwaukee. For many years he was the supervisor of gas station development and bulk plant distribution for the Clark Oil Company. After World War he owned and operated gas stations in Rhinelander and Manitowoc, He then became an employee of Napp Office and School Supply, retiring in 1972. He served with the Army of the United States in the Pacific Theatre of War. In 1946, he was honorably discharged from the service having attained the rank of 1st Sergeant. Survivors include his wife: Margaret; two daughters: Judy Ann White and Patricia Louise White; two brothers: Donnie (Margo) White and Norman White; also other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and seven brothers. Friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, is assisting the White family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Tuesday, June 17, 2003 pg. A3 ******** (WHITE Vilas G. 11/19/1910 6/13/2003 Phase III Cor B Tier E Crypt 306)
IRENE R. WICIHOWSKI Irene R. Wicihowski, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, age 94, a Manitowoc resident, entered into eternal life on Sunday evening, May 24, 2015 surrounded by her family at Felician Village, Manitowoc. Irene was born on July 8, 1920 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late William and Rose (Niespodziany) Blashka. She resided in Manitowoc her whole life and attended Manitowoc Lincoln High School. On December 12, 1935 she married Alex Wicihowski at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on May 1, 1985. Irene was employed at Mirro Aluminum for 23 years. She was a lifelong member of St. Francis of Assisi Church and a member of the St. Clare Society. Survivors include her children: Rose Marie Stumpf, Manitowoc, Jerome and Kathy Wicihowski, Greendale, George Wicihowski, Appleton, Robert and Linda Wicihowski, Morrisonville, NY, Eugene and Jody Wicihowski, New Berlin, Karen Berzinsky, Manitowoc, Shirley Crabtree, Barrington, IL, Mary and Tom Tomasik, Waukesha, and David and Kathryn Wicihowski, Menasha; a daughter-in-law: Sue Brubaker, Sheboygan; 18 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and one brother and two sisters-in-law: Fritz and Karen Blashka, and Carolina Blashka, all of Manitowoc. Irene was preceded in death by a son: Donald; four sons-in-law: Richard Endries, Tom Crabtree, Larry Stumpf, John Berzinsky; a daughter-in-law: Mary Wicihowski; a granddaughter: Jaime Wicihowski; six brothers and sisters-in-law: Ted and Sylvia Blashka, Edward Blashka, Joe Blashka, Cyril and Bernice Blashka, Clarence and Lucille Blashka, William Blashka; and a sister and brother-in-law: Josephine and George Novak. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, 928 S. 14th Street, Manitowoc, on Saturday, May 30, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. until the morning prayers at 10:30 a.m. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 30, 2015 at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall - 1114 South 21st Street, Manitowoc. Concelebrating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Revs. Richard Klingeisen, Gerald Foley and Alan Jurkus with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. A memorial fund is being established in Irene's memory. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Irene's family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Felician Village, Next Step, Southern Care Hospice, Father Foley and Sister Michaelean for their devotion to mother's care. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter May 27, 2015
FRANK WICK SR. DEATH VICTOR IN LAST BATTLE WAR VETERAN Frank Wick, Sr., 86, Civil War Veteran, Hears Taps Death has taken another from the ranks of the few surviving members of the band of soldiers who back in the early 60's enlisted from Manitowoc for service in the civil war, Frank Wick, Sr. passing away at the home of his son Frank Wick, Jr., 1126 So. Sixteenth street, last night, aged 88. Mr. Wick served with Co. D, 45th Wisconsin infantry in the civil war as a sergeant in the command. He enlisted in this city. The death of Mr. Wick followed an illness of several weeks due to infirmities of age, but the end was hastened by an infection of the foot which he suffered. For five weeks he had been at the home of his son here, having been brought here from Milwaukee where since 1912 he had been making his home at the Veterans home. Native of Austria Mr. Wick was a native of Austria and born October 9, 1835. He came to America in 1852 and later located in Manitowoc where he enlisted. Returning from the service Mr. Wick was married here on Jan. 19, 1868 to Monica Aumann and with his wife lived in the city until her death on December 26, 1911. In August of the next year he decided that he wanted to enter the Veterans Home at Milwaukee and was admitted. Every year Mr. Wick spent a 99 day furlough from the home with his son in this city and was on one of these furloughs when death claimed him. Son Only Survivor Frank Wick, Jr., the son is the only survivor of the decendent. Funeral services will be held Monday morning from St. Boniface church at 9, with burial at Calvary cemetery. Mr. Wick up to a few years ago was a member of Walker Post, G.A.R., of this city but owing to absence from the city had withdrawn. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, March 1, 1924 P. 2 ******** (Note: There are two different ages for Frank in this obituary) ******** FARMER LOSES SIGHT OF EYE Frank Wick, Rapids Victim of Peculiar Accident That Cripples Him A peculiar accident with which he met on Sunday, will cost Frank Wick, a town of Rapids farmer, the sight of his left eye and it may be necessary to remove the optic to save the other. Wick was brought to the city Monday afternoon and attended by Dr. Barnstein, specialist, who has hopes of being able to save the eye though it is certain that the sight of the one optic is lost to the injured man. Wick was herding cattle and while near one of the cows, the animal raised its head and the point of one of the horns struck Wick in the left eye, penetrating the skin and lacerating it badly. Though painful, the injury was not considered dangerous by Wick who attempted to care for it himself until on Monday, the pain became so intense and the injury so aggravated that he consulted a physician with the result that he was told that the sight of the eye could not be saved. Wick is a well known farmer of Rapids and has a wide acquaintance in the city. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., July 10, 1906 ******** Farmer Frank Wick of Town Manitowoc Rapids, who on Sunday was pierced in the eye by a cow's horn when the animal reared its head; and who visited eye specialist Dr. Barnstein on Monday, confirming permanent loss of vision in the pierced eye and initiation of treatment to prevent loss of sight in the other eye. Der Nord Westen, 12 July 1906 ******** Franz Wick, of this county, residing near Rapids has been granted an increase of pension to $10 per month. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, May 24, 1901, p. 1
MONICA WICK The funeral of the late Mrs. Frank Wick, Sr. will be held from the home at Rapids Saturday morning leaving the home at 9 o'clock. Interment will be at Silver Lake. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, December 28, 1911 Page 4 ******** *Note: Obit states she is buried at Silver Lake. Cemetery records have her at Calvary. (1910 Manitowoc Rapids census: Frank Wick age 74; wife Monica age 64; grandson Earl age 10) (1880 Manitowoc 1wd census: Frank Wick age 43; Monika age 32; Frank age 11; George age 10/12.)
GEORGE WICKERT After a long illness with consumption, 38-yr. old George Wickert died Mon. in St. Marien Hospital. The deceased, who operated a barber shop here, leaves 3 brothers and a sister. The funeral was held yesterday morning from St. Boniface Church. Der Nord Westen, 13 July 1905 ****** George Wickert died of consumption Monday evening at St. Mary’s hospital, after a long illness. The decedent was 38 years old. Until a year ago he conducted a barber shop in this city. He is survived by three brothers, Joseph, Jacob and Edward, and one sister, Mrs. L. Seidl of Marshfield. The funeral took place Wednesday morning at 9 o’clock from St. Boniface church, interment being at Calvary. Manitowoc Pilot, July 13, 1905 ****** George Wickert Name George Wickert Gender Male Death Date 10 Jul 1905 Death Place Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 38 Birth Date 1867 Birthplace America Occupation Barber Race White Marital Status Married Father's Name J.P. Wickert Father's Birthplace Germany Mother's Birthplace Germany Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 ******** George Wickert Wisconsin, Death Records Name George Wickert Event Type Death Event Date 1905 Event Place Manitowoc County, Wisconsin Residence Place Manitowoc, Gender Male Age 38 Marital Status Married Race W Occupation Barber Birth Year (Estimated) 1867 Birthplace America Cemetery Calvary Father's Name J. O. Wickert Father's Birthplace Germany Mother's Birthplace Germany
HELEN WICKERT Death on Thurs. afternoon last week, after a long illness, of Mrs. Magdalena Wickert, wife of Mr. Jacob Wickert. The deceased who was only 29 yrs. old succumbed to consumption, leaving her husband with 2 small children. The funeral took place Sat. morning in the cemetery of the Catholic Church. Der Nord Westen, 25 Dec. 1890 ******** Mrs. Jake Wickert of this city died on Thursday last after a long illness. She was 29 years old and was the mother of two children. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, December 25, 1890 P. 3
JACOB WICKERT Jacob Wickert, 83, died at the Holy Family hospital, where he had made his home for the past 28 years, this morning. He had been ill for the past several days. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at 8:15 o'clock from the Pfeffer funeral home and at 8:30 o'clock from St. Boniface Catholic church with the Rev. Peter Duerr officiating. Interment will be in Calvary cemetery. Mr. Wickert was a lifelong resident of the city, having been born here Feb. 20, 1859. In his early years he had a harness shop here and later ran a livery stable. For some years before his retirement 28 years go he operated an upholstery shop on Quay street. Only immediate survivors are several nieces and nephews. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Thursday noon until the time of the funeral. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, January 20, 1943 P.2
JOHN P. WICKERT From Der Nord Westen, 17 Sept. 1885: John P. Wickert died last Fri. morning. He was born 28 Aug. 1837 in Buch, Reg. Bez. Koblenz in Rheinpreussen, and came to America with his parents in 1853, settling in Kossuth. He worked on the farm of his parents, as well as in the sawmills, and became a soldier in 1864 in the 9th Wisc. Inf. Regt. At the end of the war, he settled in Clarks Mills where he served as Justice of the Peace and Town Clerk, as well as operating a store and a tavern. In 1874 he was elected County Clerk, an office he held for six years. Since 1880 he has been busy as a notary and property holder. Until two years before his death, he ran a hotel on Main Street. Mr. Wickert was sick for almost a year with dropsy and for a long time lingered between life and death. He never recovered. In Aug. he developed a spinal problem and his death became only a matter of days. After a painful period, he died on the 11th. Mr. Wickert was known throughout the entire county; he was a leading citizen as well as a good father. His death is a great loss to this county. Mr. Wickert leaves a wife, five sons and three daughters, of which the youngest child is seven years old. The burial took place last Sun. with an extraordinary number of people attending the event at the Catholic Cemetery.
KATHERINE WICKERT IN MEMORIAN - WICKERT A midst the tears of friends and buried beneath the floral tributes, indicative of the love and respect in which she was held while living, all that was mortal of Mrs. Catherine Wickert was laid at rest in the Catholic Cemetery. The funeral took place at St. Boniface at nine o'clock, the last and rites being performed by Rev. Father Peil. The attendance at the obsequies was large and was imposed in the most part of old neighbors and acquaintances of the decreased. The sympathy of the community is expressed for the bereaved children. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, July 27, 1901, p. 1 ***** Death Thurs. morning last week of Mrs. Catharin Wickert, the widow of the late John P. Wickert, of a heart ailment. Mrs. Wickert was born in Germany on 20 Feb. 1840 and came to America with her parents in 1859. The family settled in Town Manitowoc Rapids. She married in 1859 and 4 sons and 2 daughters were born to that marriage. The funeral took place Sat. morning at the local Catholic Cemetery. Der Nord Westen, 01 Aug. 1901 ***** Deaths of a Week: The burial of Mrs. Mickert took place from the St. Boniface church yesterday the funeral being performed by the Rev. Father Peil. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, August 1, 1901 pg. 1
LIZZIE WICKERT DIED IN LIFE’S MORNING Miss Lizzie Wickert, daughter of Mrs. Catherine Wickert, died at the home of her mother on South 9th Street at 11 o’clock last night. Consumption, that elusive, insidious foe of humanity, was the cause of her death. She had been sick for about a year, but although the ravages of disease had been apparent to friends, death was not expected. The deceased was born June 28, 1876 and most of her short life was passed in this city. She will be remembered as one by whose presence the world was made a little brighter, a little more loving. Of a sweet, considerate disposition, her friends were limited only by her circle of acquaintances. Of a bright, sunshiny disposition, her mere presence brought with it a cheering influence, a gleam of solace for the care-weary hearts of those who were near and dear to her. Death, ever a sad visitor seems doubly cruel in this instance. Standing in full sunshine of life’s morning, surrounded by those she loved and happy in the consciousness of love returned, she seemed to be just entering upon a life of fullest happiness. Within a few short weeks, she was to have become a bride of her heart’s ideal and with the pathetic hope of consumption’s victims, she fondly believed that her health would be fully restored ‘ere the wedding day arrived. But it was not to be. She has passed beyond the reach of human joys or sorrows. Freed from its frail and earthly tenement her spirit has passed beyond the veil. The bereaved hearts left to mourn her loss may surely find solace in the remembrance of her sure and generous character, her life so full of love and kindness. Funeral services will be held at St. Boniface Church next Friday morning. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Wed., Dec. 7, 1898 ******** On a Sad Mission Mr. Frank Nevilier, of West Union, Iowa, is in the city, called here by the illness and death of Miss Lizzie Wickert. Mr. Nevilier and Miss Wickert were betrothed and the wedding which was to have taken place Thanksgiving Day was postponed because of the illness of the lady. Mr. Nevilier has many friends in this city who sympathize with him in his peculiarly sad affliction. The following lines written by him will be an epiteth on the stone which shall mark the last resting place of his lost love. “Gone but not to be forgotten, A young life so young and sweet, Gone to join the angels in Heaven, May her soul rest in sleep.” Manitowoc Daily Herald - Thurs, Dec. 8, 1898 ******** Lizzie Wickert Wisconsin, Death Records Name Lizzie Wickert Event Type Death Event Date 1898 Event Place Manitowoc County, Wisconsin Gender Female Age 22 Race W Birth Date 03 Jun 1876 Birth Year (Estimated) 1876 Cemetery Catholic Cemetery Father's Name J. C. Wickert "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907" ******** Lizzie Wickert Wisconsin Deaths and Burials Name Lizzie Wickert Gender Female Death Date 06 Dec 1898 Death Place City, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 22 Birth Date 03 Jun 1876 Birthplace City Race White Father's Name J.C. Wickert "Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968"
NICHOLAS WICKERT Tuesday evening Mrs. J.P. Wickert, received a telegram stating the death of her son Nicholas at the Cook County Hospital. He was 38 years of age and will be buried here. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, May 12, 1898 pg 3 ******** Nicholas Wickert Illinois, Cook County Deaths Name Nicholas Wickert Event Type Death Event Date 06 May 1898 Event Place Chicago, Cook, Illinois, United States Address 108 N Kedzie Ave Ward 13 Gender Male Age 37 Marital Status Single Race White Occupation Clerk Birth Year (Estimated) 1861 Birthplace , , Wisconsin Funeral Home A Sbasbaso Burial Date 11 May 1898 Burial Place Manitewoc, , Wisconsin "Illinois, Cook County Deaths, 1878-1994"
MARIE A. WIER Marie A. Wier, age 97, formerly of 1108 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, entered into eternal life on Aug. 6, 2009, at her daughter's home in Wauwatosa, Wis. She was born on July 12, 1912, in Manitowoc, daughter of John and Mary (Schuler) Stiefvater. Marie attended St. Boniface School and graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School. On Aug. 17, 1935, she married Mathew J. Wier in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on Sept. 7, 1974. Marie worked at Berk's Apparel Shop and then at Insulation & Supply Company in Manitowoc. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish where she was a member of the Christian Women and the Daughters of Isabella. She enjoyed playing cards, knitting and reading. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was also preceded in death by a son-in-law: Patrick Doolan; and two sisters and three brothers-in-law: Hallie (Clarence) Strodthoff, Dorothy (Joseph) Benzschawel and Harvey Kimmes. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand (located at the corner of 14th and Grand Ave., Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, until the time of service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to St. Francis of Assisi Parish. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, August 11, 2009
AGNES A. WIESNER Mrs. Harold (Agnes) Wiesner, 69, of 2613 Wollmer St., Manitowoc, died late Friday afternoon, Feb. 13, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at St. Paul 11 a.m. Catholic Church, Manitowoc (sic) The Rev. Philip Hoffmann will celebrate the mass of resurrection and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mrs. Wiesner, nee Agnes A. Brault, was born Dec. 16, 1911, at Niagara, Wis., daughter of the late Bruno and Clara Bourgeois Brault. She resided in Manitowoc County all her life. She was married to Harold W. Wiesner, Oct. 28, 1940, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The couple moved to Manitowoc in 1944 and have resided here since. Mrs. Wiesner was a member of Senior Citizens and the Christian Mothers Society of St. Paul Parish. Survivors include her husband, Harold W.; a son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Christine Wiesner of Appleton; two daughters and sons-in-law, Marie and Florian Kress of Fond du Lac and Susan and Albert Hawley of Fennimore, Wis.; two brothers, Raymond Brault of Racine and Robert Brault of Two Rivers; five sisters, Mrs. Fred (Isabel) Durocher of Two Rivers, Mrs. Victor (Alice) Koenig of Cleveland, Miss Ethel, Miss Marcella and Miss Eunice Brault all of Two Rivers and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Sunday afternoon, prayer service 8 o’clock by members of the parish, Christian Mothers and led by Deacon William Klein. Herald Times Reporter, March 15, 1981 P. 3 ******** (16 Dec. 1911/Mar. 1981/SSDI)
ELINOR E. WIESNER Elinor E. (Kaiser, McGlin) Wiesner, age 99, a lifetime resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal peace on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center. Elinor was born on March 21, 1914, in Rockwood, daughter of the late Albert and Rose (Braun) Kortens. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, with the class of 1930. She attended Manitowoc County Normal where she received her teaching diploma. Elinor then continued her education at Silver Lake College where she earned a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. She sang professionally with her sisters under the name "The Braun Sisters" and preformed throughout the state in the 1930's and 1940's. On September 25, 1939 she married Joseph Kaiser, who preceded her in death. After the passing of her beloved husband, she married David McGlin on June 17, 1978 and Harold Wiesner on November 2, 1991, both preceded her in death. Elinor taught elementary education throughout the county for 45 years. She loved to share her passion for education with her students, children and grandchildren. Elinor retired from the Two Rivers School District after spending many years at McGee Elementary School teaching 3rd grade. She was active in the St. Andrews Choir and her knitting club. Elinor loved to play 500 Rummy, Scrabble and bake cookies with her grandchildren. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law: Lynn Meyer-Dufek & Gary Dufek, Cato; a son and daughter-in-law: David & Jean Kaiser, Appleton; five grandchildren: Dr's. Michael (Kolleen) Meyer, Pewaukee, Patrick (Sara) Meyer, Kaukauna, Jenner (Nicholas) Reinke, Whitelaw, Heather (Todd Hahn) Kaiser-Hahn, Sugarland, TX, and David Jr. (Judith) Kaiser, Milwaukee; nine great grandchildren: Sydney, Danielle & Benjamin Meyer, Elliot, Ian & Abraham Meyer, Aiden Reinke, Alex Hahn & Emilio Kaiser; a sister: Ruth Jansen, Manitowoc; and nine loving step children. She is also survived by, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Elinor was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Thomas A. Meyer, two sisters and two brothers-in-law: Grace Kortens, Gladys & Dr. Frank VanAlstein, and Gordon Jansen; and two brothers and two sisters-in-law: Edward & Gladys Kortens, and Paul & Ann Kortens. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:30 AM on Friday, October 4, 2013 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen. Cremation has occurred at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc and Elinor will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc following Mass. The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, October 4, 2013 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand, from 10:00 AM until 11:15 AM. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home & All Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc are assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Elinor's family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center, especially Wendy, for their kindness and compassion given to Elinor and the entire family. *Note: She is buried with her first husband Joseph Kaiser in this cemetery.
HAROLD W. WIESNER Harold W. Wiesner, age 87, of 2416 S. 9th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning, May 14, 1999, surrounded by his loving family at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, 1999, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11:30 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Ronald Reimer, with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Harold was born January 27, 1912, in Manitowoc, son of late Oscar and Emma Kirschkofsky Wiesner. On October 26, 1940, he married the former Agnes Brault. She preceded him in death on March 13, 1981. He then married Marion Grall Ahrens on June 11, 1982, at St. Andrew's Catholic Church. She preceded him in death on October 29, 1989. Harold then married Elinor McGlin on November 4, 1991. Harold graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School, with the class of 1929 and the Manitowoc Teacher's College, with the class of 1930. Harold then graduated from the University of Wisconsin Steven's Point and received a Master of Science Degree from the University of Wisconsin Madison. Harold was an elementary teacher at both Kiel and Shoto. He was then an administrator and teacher at Two Creeks. Harold was also a teacher at Garfield and Franklin Schools in Manitowoc. After an enjoyable 46 years of teaching, he retired in 1976. Harold was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc Senior Center, Manitowoc Senior Warblers, past director of the Manitowoc Sing-Along Group, Manitowoc Historical Society, life membership in the National Education Association, Manitowoc County Retired teacher's association, Kiwanis Golden "K" Club, Quarter Century Club-Manitowoc Public Schools, past president of the Manitowoc Education Association, past treasurer of St. Paul Conference of St. Vincent DePaul, past Chief Ranger and recording secretary of the Catholic Order of Foresters and a former member of Phi Delta Kappa. Survivors include his wife, Elinor of Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law, Marie and Florian Kress, Fond du Lac; one son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Chris Wiesner, Wales, Wis.; another son-in-law, Albert Hawley, Mr. Horeb, Wis.; five grandchildren, Lisa Kress, Linda (Clint) Marske, Karla Kress, Cheryl Kress, and John Hawley; two great-grandchildren, Brittney and Mick; seven step-grandchildren; three sisters and one brother-in-law, Lorraine and William Lallensack, Marion Gossen, and Grace Vetter, all of Manitowoc; one brother and sister-in-law, Raymond and Delores Wiesner, St. Paul, Minn.; three step-sons and two step daughters-in-law, Dennis and Sally Grall, Escanaba, Mich., Donald and Janet Grall, Colorado Springs, Colo., David Kaiser, Appleton; one step daughter-in-law, Lynn Meyer Dufek, Branch. He was further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Harold was preceded in death by one daughter, Susan Hawley and two brothers-in-law, Lloyd Gossen and Roman Vetter. Memorials may be made to St. Vincent DePaul or Kiwanis Golden "K" in lieu of flowers. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 9 a.m. Tuesday until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, May 16, 1999 P. A2 ******** Miss Brault Is Bride of H.W. Wiesner In a simple ceremony performed at 8 a.m. in St. Luke's church in Two Rivers today, Miss Agnes Ann Brault became the bride of Harold W. Wiesner. Miss Brault is the daughter of Mrs. Clara Brault of Two Rivers and Mr. Wiesner is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Wiesner, Manitowoc route 4. The Rev. James Kelly read the service. Miss Lorraine Wiesner attended the bride and William Lallensack attended the groom. The bride wore a street length jacket dress of mailard blue with hat to match. Her accessories were beige and she wore a corsage of roses. The bridesmaid wore a street length jacket dress and hat of Indian earth. Her accessories were of black and her shoulder corsage of yellow pompons. Dinner was served after the ceremony to the immediate family at Polivka's corners. The young couple will leave on a wedding trip and will be at home after October 28 at Shoto. The groom is a teacher in the county schools. (no newspaper named) ******** TEACHERS RETIRE: Three retiring teachers in the Manitowoc Public School System were honored during a reception Monday at the Manitowoc Elks Club….Harold W. Weisner who has 32 years of teaching in the system, the first eight for grade six at Garfield and the past 25 for grades five and six at Franklin;… Herald Times Reporter, May 1, 1976 P. 7 ******** Franklin PTA Honors Wiesner Harold Wiesner, who is retiring after a teaching career of 46 years, was honored at the May meeting of the Parent-Teachers Club at Benjamin Franklin School, Manitowoc. Wiesner taught the past 23 years at Franklin School… Herald Times Reporter, May 27, 1976 ******** (27 Jan 1912/14 May 1999/SSDI)
THERESA J. WIESNER Theresa J. Wiesner, age 87, of 1415 South 24th Street, Manitowoc, died on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at Bishop's Court Assisted Living in Green Bay. Theresa was born on October 1, 1928 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Francis A. and Valeria (Becker) Tadych. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School the class of 1946 and was a member of the class reunion committee. On November 26, 1949 she married John W. Wiesner at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on November 27, 1991. Theresa was employed as an office secretary at Manitowoc Equipment Works, for Attorneys Murphy and Brady and for Attorney William Gigure. She was active in her church where she joined the St. Mary's Church Choir in 1945. Theresa was a director and singer with the St. Francis of Assisi Funeral Choir for many years until her retirement. Theresa continued her love of music and participated in the Spirit Choir with her daughter, Julie, at the Prince of Peace Parish, Green Bay. She loved to dance, sing and enjoyed all sports, including aerobics. Theresa especially loved watching her grandchildren in their sporting activities. Theresa is survived by her three children: daughter and son-in-law: Jeanne and John Goes, Sheboygan, WI; son and daughter-in-law: Jeffrey and Patrice Wiesner, Maryville, TN; and daughter: Julie Wiesner and her partner Colleen Edlebeck, Bellevue, WI; five grandchildren: Drs. Jay and Jessica Miesfeld, Columbus, WI, Drs. Joel and Julie Miesfeld, Brookfield, WI, David and Mary Wiesner, Knoxville, TN, Thomas Wiesner, Maryville, TN, Drs. Ann and Kyle Fugit, Greenville, N.C.; two step grandsons: Steve Goes and his wife Tanya and Andy Goes; five great grandchildren: Sophie, Eleanor, Roslyn, Eric & Leah; six step great grandchildren: Kennedy, Cooper, Tucker, Katherine, Joshua, & Grace; one brother-in-law: Lloyd Arndt, Madison, WI, and one sister-in-law: Jean Wiesner, DeForest, WI. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by two granddaughters: Sarah and Katherine Wiesner; one brother and sister-in-law: Marcel and Jane Tadych; one brother-in-law: William Wiesner and one sister-in-law: Dorothy Arndt. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 1, 2016 at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall (1114 South 21st Street), Manitowoc. Concelebrating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. David Beaudry and the Rev. Daniel Viertel. Burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, April 1, 2016 at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. In Lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in Theresa's name. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff of Bishops Court and Hartland Hospice for the care and compassion they extended to Theresa and her family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Mar. 28, 2016
JAMES R. WILDA James R. Wilda, age 86, of 525 S. 30th Street, Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, November 9, 2014 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Jim was born on September 13, 1928 in Manitowoc, son of the late Louis and Veronica (Woyciehowsky) Wilda. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class of 1946. On October 30, 1948 he married the former Janet Simon at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. After graduation, he was employed with Eastman Mfg. Co. until 1952 when he enlisted with the Navy. He attended Sonar School in Key West, FL and proudly served abroad the USS Tabberer DE 418. Jim was honorably discharged in 1955 and returned to work at Eastman Mfg. Co. until his retirement in 1990. He was a member of the American Veterans Post 99, St. Francis of Assisi Parish, the Destroyer Escort Association and the Knights of Columbus Council 710. Jim enjoyed spending time in Hawaii. He loved animals, the Green Bay Packers and his girls. Jim always had a treat in his pocket for the dogs. Survivors include his wife and guardian angel of 66 years: Janet Wilda; two beloved daughters and sons-in-law: Rebecca and Tom Ellerman, Amy and Patrick Backhaus, all of Manitowoc; one granddaughter and the apple of his eye: Mollie (Maxwell) Lamers, Chicago, IL; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Lloyd and Kathy Wilda, Two Rivers, Tom and Annette Wilda, Christchurch, NZ; and three sisters and three brothers-in-law: Lois and Joe Schmatz, Kellnersville, Betty Fischer, Manitowoc, Shari and John Blunda, Scottsdale, AZ; Bill Kraemer, Green Bay. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents: Veronica and Louis Wilda; two brothers: Gerald and Leland Wilda; his mother-in-law and father-in-law: Sal and Izzy Simon; two brothers-in-law: Richard Simon and Bob Fischer; and one sister-in-law: Mary Ann Kraemer. Cremation has taken place at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and Funeral Services will be held on Friday, November 14, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall (1114 South 21st Street), Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. David Beaudry with burial of Jim's cremated remains to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside Military Rites will be accorded by AmVets Post #99. The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, November 14, 2014 at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Jim's name. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Shady Lane Rehabilitation Center and to Dr. Hoftiezer and the staff at the Critical Care Unit at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for all the care and compassion shown to Jim and his family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Nov. 12, 2014
EDWARD F. WILFER, JR. (d. 1987) Edward F. Wilfer Jr., 63, formerly of Woodlawn Drive, Manitowoc, currently residing at 1794 Susan Lane, Green Bay, died early Tuesday morning, March 17, 1987 at St. Mary Hospital, Green Bay. Memorial Mass will be 11 am Thursday at St. Paul Catholic Church. Rev. Ronald Reimer will officiate. Mr. Wilfer was born June 15, 1923 at Manitowoc, son of Jennie Drill Wilfer and the late Edward J. Wilfer. He married Shirley Ploederl on November 16, 1946 at Manitowoc. Mr. Wilfer was owner/operator of Sinclair Bulk Plant Refinery from 1946-1962. He was also owner /operator of Manitowoc Dairy Queen and Triangle Oil Company from 1962-1965. Mr. Wilfer was a Petroleum Inspector for the State of Wisconsin from 1965 until retiring in 1987. He was a former member of the Elks Lodge 687 of Manitowoc; 3rd Degree member of Knights of Columbus Council 710 and 42 year member of American Legion Drews Bleser Post 88. Mr. Wilfer was a veteran of World War II, serving with the United States Army Medical Detachment of the 44th Infantry from March, 1943 to November, 1945. Survivors include his wife, Shirley of Green Bay; a son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Judy Wilfer of New London; a brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Riva Wilfer of Minnesota; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Lorraine and Arthur Tyner of New York, Mrs. John (Dolores) Gasiorowski and Joanne and Richard Rexrode of Manitowoc; and four granddaughters, Christine, Rebecca, Amy and Amanda; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, John and a daughter, Cynthia. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tues., March 17, 1987 - page 14 ******** (WILFER Edward F. Jr. 1923 1987 Phase I North Tier DN Niche 4)
SHIRLEY M. WILFER Shirley M. Wilfer, age 70, st. Joseph Residence, New London, passed away peacefully Sunday, February 12, 1995. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated by Rev. Tito Sammut at 10 a.m. Friday, February 17, 1995, at Most Precious Blood Church, New London. Shirley was born January 17, 1925, in Manitowoc, daughter of Myrlte (Kutil) Ploederl and the late George Ploederl. On November 16, 1946, she married Edward F. Wilfer, Jr., in Manitowoc. They shared 41 years of marriage before his death in 1987. They owned and operated the Sinclair Bulk Plant and Dairy Queen in Manitowoc. She was a member of Most Precious Blood Church, New London. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Judy, New London; her mother, Myrtle Ploederl, Manitowoc; two sisters and one broher-in-law, Janet , Florida, Rickie and Reynold Crowe, Manitowoc; four granddaughters, Christine, Rebecca, Amy and Amanda. She was preceded in death by her husband, one daughter, Cynthia, one son, John, and her father. Herald Times Reporter, February 15, 1995 p. A2
HATTIE WILHELMY Hattie Wilhelmy, 87, formerly of 1613 S. 10th Street, Manitowoc, a resident of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died early Saturday morning, June 2, 1990, at Shady Lane Home. Private family services were held at 12 noon this Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Rev. Stanley T. Browne officiated and burial followed at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. She was born March 1, 1903, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Ernst and Mary Neumann Wilhelmy. She was a life time Manitowoc resident and attended Manitowoc Schools and graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1921. Prior to her retirement, she had been employed at The Boys Scouts of America office. She was well known in the area for being a bridge player and teacher. Survivors include many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two brothers and five sisters. Pfeffer Funeral Home,, assisted the family with arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
HENRY J. WILKE Mr. Henry J. Wilke, age 69, of 1318 S. 21st St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, March 19, 1994, at Holy Famly Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, March 23, 1994, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Gerald Foley will officiate at the Mass of Christian (sic) with entombment to follow at the Calvary Chapel Mausoleum in Manitowoc. He was born December 28, 1924, in the town of Two Rivers, Manitowoc County, son of Mabel Meissner Wilke and the late Ervin Wilke. He grew up and wa educated at Manitowoc and married Rita M. Endries on October 15, 1947, at St. Gregory Catholic Church, St. Nazianz. They celebrated over 46 years of marriage together. Henry was employed as a meat cutter prior to his retirement. A veteran of World War II, he served in the Army in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland and Central Europe where he received the Purple Heart. He was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church where he served as usher. Henry enjoyed baseball and football. Survivors include his wife, Rita, Manitowoc; his mother, Mabel Wilke, Manitowoc; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Sandra Wilke, DePere; a grandson, Robert Wilke, Jr., DePere; a brother and sister-in-law, Gerald and Marcie Wilke, Manitowoc; a sister, June Wilke, Manitowoc; niece, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, other relatives and friends also survive. Henry was preceded in death by his father, Ervin. Friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to the time of service at 11 a.m. The Reinbold-Pfeffer Funeral Home is serving the family. Herald Times Reporter, March 21, 1994 P. A2
MARY JANE WILKE Mary Jane Wilke, age 83, formerly of 1912 Richmond Ave., Manitowoc, currently residing at Riverwood Estates, Manitowoc, died on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. She was born on Jan. 9, 1926, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Herbert and Agnes (Gallagher) Holzschuh. Mary Jane was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School and also received her R.N. degree from Mary Thomas Women and Children School and Hospital. On Sept. 17, 1949, she married Richard Wilke at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She was employed as a registered nurse at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for over 40 years, retiring in 1988. Mary Jane was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Elks Auxiliary of Manitowoc and was an avid bridge player. Survivors include her husband: Richard Wilke, Manitowoc; four sons and daughters-in-law: Rick and Sarah Wilke, Amherst Junction; Dave and Patti Wilke, Manitowoc; Dan Wilke, Richmond, Va., Chuck Wilke and his partner Joel Cali, Menomonie, Wis.; a daughter and son-in-law: Patty and Rick Kubsch, Pleasant Prairie, Wis.; a daughter-in-law: Theresa Wilke, Raleigh, N.C.; nine grandchildren: Brian, Kevin, Bradley and Peter Wilke; Patrick, David and Katie Kubsch; Laura (Wilke) Kakatsch; two stepgrandchildren: Naomi and Nathan; five great-grandchildren: Ella, Nadia, Anna Kakatsch; Connor and Kory Wilke; a sister-in-law: Carol Reichard and her husband, Norman, Manitowoc; and a brother-in-law: Gerald Hansen, Naples, Fla. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by a son: Rob Wilke; twin infant brothers; a sister and brother-in-law: Betty and James Clifton; and a sister-in-law: Delores Hansen. Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009, at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009, until 11:45 a.m. Mary Jane was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She will be remembered for her generosity, good witt, strength and open table to those alone on a holiday. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter December 24, 2009
RICHARD A. WILKE Richard A. Wilke, age 90, a resident of Riverwood Place, Manitowoc, died Friday morning, October 28, 2016 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 19, 1926 in Manitowoc, son of the late Arthur P. & Rose (Schetter) Wilke. Richard was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, Class of 1944. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy serving during World War II from 1944 - 1946. On September 17, 1949 he married the former Mary Jane Holzschuh at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on December 22, 2009. Richard was a Captain with the City of Manitowoc Fire Department for 33 years, retiring in 1983. He was a member of the Elks Club and a former member of Eagles Aerie #706. Survivors include four sons and three daughters-in-law: Richard & Sarah Wilke, Amherst Junction, WI., David & Patti Wilke, Manitowoc, Daniel Wilke, Rotunda West, Florida, Charles Wilke & his partner Joel Cali, Menomonie, WI., Theresa Wilke, Apex, N.C.; one daughter and son-in-law: Patty & Rick Kubsch, Apex, N.C.; eight grandchildren: Laura (Jason) Kakatsch, Brian (Jenny) Wilke, Kevin (Sara) Wilke, Brad & Peter Wilke, Patrick, David & Katie Kubsch; two step grandchildren: Naomi & Nathan Stowell; nine great grandchildren: Ella, Nadia, Anna, Johanna, Lyla, Charlotte, Connor, Kory & Carter; one sister: Carol Reichard, Manitowoc; and one brother-in-law: Gerald Hansen, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by one son: Robert Wilke; one sister: Delores Hansen and two brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law: Norman Reichard and Jim & Elizabeth Clifton. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 31, 2016 at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo (1121 North 14th Street) Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingensen with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside Military Rites will be accorded by V.F.W. Otto Oas Post #659. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo (1121 North 14th Street) Manitowoc, from 9:00 a.m. Monday, October 31, 2016 until 10:45 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to send a special thank you to the staff at Riverwood Place for their compassionate care and support given to Richard, Mary Jane and their family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Oct. 29, 2016
RITA M. WILKE Rita M. Wilke age 86, of 1318 S. 21st St., Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon, May 5, 2007, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. The former Rita Endries was born Oct. 13, 1920, in the town of Meeme, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Clemens and Emily Riesterer Endries. Rita attended local schools and was a 1939 graduate of the Kiel High School. On Oct. 15, 1947, she was married to Henry J. Wilke at St. Gregory Catholic Church in St. Nazianz. Henry preceded her in death on March 19, 1994. In the past, Rita worked at and retired from Kaysun Plastics Co. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish and the St. Clare Society. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Robert H. (Sandra) Wilke Sr. of Bonita Springs, Fla; one grandson, Robert H. (Terese) Wilke Jr. of Prior Lake, Minn; two brothers and three sisters-in-law, Roman (Lenore) Endries of Manitowoc, Alfred (Kathleen) Endries of Malone, Monica Endries of St. Nazianz; three sisters and three brothers- in-law, Loretta (Emmett) Klusmeyer of Manitowoc, Delores (Leo) Burkhart of Manitowoc, Marjorie Bushman of Howards Grove, Melvin Mueller of Plymouth; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one sister, Jean Mueller; one brother, Alphons Endries; and one brother-in-law, Leland Bushman. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Waldo Boulevard site. The Rev. Msgr. Jim Vanden Hogen will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with entombment to follow at the Calvary Mausoleum. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is serving the Wilke family. Manitowoc Herald Times Monday, May 7, 2007 pg. A3
ROBERT C. WILLIAMS Robert C. Williams, age 83, a retired television engineer, died on Jan. 18, 2009, of cancer, at his home in Dandridge, Tenn. Born in Milwaukee, he was raised in Manitowoc, where he graduated from Lincoln High School. He graduated from television engineering school in Chicago, Ill. Before moving to Dandridge, Tenn., in 1980, Robert worked in the early days of black and white television in Franklin Park, Ill., and Fort Wayne, Ind. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army. He was an avid golfer, a voracious reader, an inspired gardener, a champion bowler and committed volunteer to Holy Trinity Church. Survivors include his beloved wife of 60 years: Mary Williams; two daughters and one son-in-law: Tess Cieux, Washington D.C.; and Colleen and Paul Krauledis, Wheeling, Ill.; one son and daughter-in-law: Robert J. and Christine Williams, Chicago, Ill.; one brother: Giles; two sisters: Joan and Marian; six grandchildren: Tara and Her husband, Eric; Abigail; Carly and her husband, Bradick; and Joseph, Megan and Michael; two great-grandchildren: Keely and Nickolas. Other relatives and friends also survive. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, from 5 until 7 p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Jefferson City. A memorial Mass will follow at 7 p.m., with Father Dan Whitman officiating. A committal service will be held at Calvary Cemetery Chapel Mausoleum in Manitowoc at noon on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009. The Rev. Daniel Schuster will officiate. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is helping the Williams family with local arrangements. We will remember him for his love of life and laughter, and most of all, for his lasting devotion to his wife, Mary, who, in his own words, was the love of his life. Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 21, 2009
HUBERT G. WILLIS Hubert G. Willis, age 78, of 1619 Manila St., Manitowoc, died Monday evening, September 8, 1997, at St. Luke’s Hospital, Milwaukee. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday, September 12, 1997, at Pfeffer Funeral Home, and 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Camillus Janas O.F.M. with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum. He was born May 30, 1919, at Pembine, Wis., son of the late George and Mary Duca Willis. He graduated from Pembine High School with the class of 1937. Mr. Willis was a veteran of World War II. He joined the Army Air Corps in June of 1942. He served two and one half years as a maintenance chief with the Army Airwave Communication System (A.A.C.S.) in Asam, India. In 1946 he came to Manitowoc where he was employed as a broadcast engineer at WOMT until 1968 when he became chief engineer at WCUB/WKUB. He retired in 1981. On May 12, 1947, he married the former Isabelle “Liz” Brandl at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mr. Willis was a charter member of the Mancorad Radio Club. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #710 and Manitowoc Elks Lodge #687. Prior to his illness, he was also a volunteer at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. He is survived by his wife, Liz, Manitowoc. He is also survived by three children and nine grandchildren; a son, Patrick (Jean) Willis and their children, Amanda, Benjamin and Caroline Willis, Manitowoc; a son, Michael (Charlene) Willis and their children, Michele, Melissa and Elizabeth Willis, Green Bay; a daughter, Colleen (Jude) Gosz, and their children, Jessica, Marianne and Jordan Gosz, Manitowoc. Also surviving are two sisters, Helen Sword, Rhinelander, Colleen (Merlin) Rentmaster, Pembine; one brother-in-law, Francis Van Ginkel, Niagara; one nephew, Ben (Rose) Sword, Niagara; one niece, Bonnie (Dave) Austad, Kuna, Idaho. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Jane Van Ginkel and one brother-in-law, Ben Sword. Friends may all at Pfeffer Funeral Home on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by Rev. Camillus Janas O.F.M. Herald Times Reporter, September 10 , 1997 P. A2
IONE WILTGEN Ione M. Wiltgen, age 84, a resident of the Felician Village, Manitowoc, formerly of Two Rivers, died unexpectedly, Friday morning, Sept 3, 2004, at her residence. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2004, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Parish, Holy Redeemer Site, Two Rivers. Entombment of the cremated remains at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Ione was born Jan. 4, 1920 in Green Bay, daughter of the late Archie & Alvina Davister Fontaine. She graduated from Green Bay East High School. On April 29, 1939, she married James Wiltgen; he preceded her in death on Dec 9, 1989. Ione was employed at Red Owl & Pack & Save grocery stores until retiring at the age of 66. She was a longtime member of S. Luke's Catholic Parish. Survivors include her daughter, Rayanne Wiltgen, Manitowoc, son & daughter-in-law, Alan & Karen Wiltgen, Sun Prairie, 8 grandchildren, TAnya VandeHel, Trevor Wiltgen, Ann Cook, Dawn Hornes, Paul (Melissa)Laeseke, Barry Avery, Dean Avery & Wendy Moss, 7 great-grandchildren; and a brother Vernon Fontaine, Green Bay. She was preceded in death by a brother, Clinton & a sister, Ila. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter - Sept 4, 2004 ******** (WILTGEN Ione 1920 2004 Phase I North Tier CN Niche 4)
JAMES P. WILTGEN Funeral services for James Wiltgen, 72, of 1520 21st Street, Two Rivers, who died late Saturday morning, December 9, 1989 at the Two Rivers Community Hospital, were held 10 am this Monday morning at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Msgr. Alfred Schneider officiated and entombment was in Calvary Mausoleum. Mr. Wiltgen was born April 17, 1917 at Racine, Wisconsin, son of the late Jacob and Mary Gates Wiltgen. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and Washington High School. He was employed at Crescent Woolen Mills until his retirement. He married the former Ione Fontaine on April 29, 1939 at Green Bay. Survivors incude his wife, Ione; a son and daughter-in-law, Alan and Karen Wiltgen of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin; a daughter, Rayanne Avery of Two Rivers; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Mrs. Evelyn Sebenz of Manitowoc and Beatrice and Francis Babler of Two Rivers; 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, was in charge of funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times- Mon., Dec. 11, 1989- page B
NORBERT F. WINNEKENS, SR. Norbert Winnekens Sr., age 70, of 13434 Princl Road, Mishicot, died Sunday. Aug. 18, 2002 at his residence. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2002 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot, with the Rev. John Neuser officiating. Entombment will take place in the Calvary Chapel Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Norbert was born Sept. 11, 1931 in Kewaunee County to the late George Sr., and Mary Mahlik Winnekens and has been a lifelong area resident. He served in the United States Marine Corps as an artillery man from 1951 to 1953 as a corporal with the 1st Marine Division in Korea. He married the former Shirley LaPean on June 11, 1953 and the couple celebrated 49 years of marriage. He was employed at the Mirro Corporation for 12 years and then later employed at the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry as a buffer sander and welder from 1963 until his retirement in 1995. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, and was also a member of Aluminum Workers Union Local 125, where he served as vice president, recording secretary and union steward. He is survived by his wife: Shirley; and his children: Geralyn Barcenas and her special friend, Michael Guy, Two Rivers; Tom and his wife Kathy Winnekens, Mishicot: Larry Winnekens, Mishicot; Angela and her husband, Rick Pietroske, Two Rivers; Norbert Winnekens Jr., and his fiancee, Melissa Stever, Manitowoc; eight grandchildren: Andrea Pierce, Samantha (Robert) Roberts, Melissa Barcenas, Christopher Barcenas, Adam Pietroske, Amanda Pietroske, Katelyn Pietroske and Mathew Winnekens. He is further survived by his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Marcella Winnekens, Two Rivers; Colette Winnekens, Luxemburg; Ramona and Raymond Peronto, Mishicot; Darwin LaPean, Appleton; nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by two brothers: George Jr. and Steven Winnekens; a sister and brother-in-law: Mary and Vincent Micek; and two infant sisters: Caroline and Mary. Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Lambert Funeral Home in Mishicot. There will be a 7 p.m. parish wake service Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Visitation will continue after 10 a.m. on Thursday at the funeral home until the time of service at 11 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Military rites will be accorded by the Mishicot VFW Kempen-Staudinger-Terens Post #7753. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Tuesday, August 20, 2002 pg. A3
JOSEPH WISNER Joseph Wisner, age 87, of 505 Tower Dr. Kellnersville, died Saturday Jan. 15, 2005 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2005 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Kellnersville. Relatives and friends may call at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. Complete funeral arrangements will be announced on Monday by the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville. Herald Times Reporter Januray 2005 ******** Joseph L. Wisner, age 87, of 505 Tower Drive, Kellnersville, died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2005 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2005 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Kellnersville. Monsignor Robert Gulig will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Joe was born Aug. 31, 1917 in the town of Franklin, son of the late Joseph and Emma Cherney Wisner. On Nov. 30, 1939, he was married to the former Mildred C. Novak at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Reedsville. The couple farmed in the town of Franklin and Joe was a finish carpenter for Burger Boat Co. retiring in 1980. Joe and Millie moved to Kellnersville in 1989. He was a lifelong member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, member of the Wisconsin Czechs and the Kellnersville Senior Citizens. Joe enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping and all outdoor activities and also loved to play his accordion. Survivors include his wife of 65 years: Mildred of Kellnersville; two nieces: Joyce (Ken) Hutterer of rural Manitowoc; Janice (Roger) Rezachek of Manitowoc; three sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law: Blanche (Jerome) Scanlan of Green Bay; Mary Tisler of Two Rivers; Betty Jane (Frank) Badzinski of Milwaukee; Ervin Novak of Milwaukee; other nieces and nephews, relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death by two sisters: Clara Wagner and Ann Schaetz, five sisters-in-law and four brothers-in-law. Relatives and friends may call at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville is serving the Wisner family. Herald Times Reporter January 2005 ******** (WISNER Joseph 8/31/1917 1/15/2005 Phase I Cor B SW Tier C Crypt 4)
ELMER WISNICKY Elmer J. Wisnicky, age 82, of 1637 Atlanta Circle, Manitowoc, died Monday, June 19, 2000, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, June 23, 2000, a Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Foley, with entombment of the cremated remains at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Elmer was born March 27, 1918, in Kewaunee, son of the late John F. and Barbara Skubal Wisnicky. He was a graduate of Kewaunee High School, class of 1937. On March 31, 1943, he married the former Frances B. Folk in Manitowoc. Elmer was involved with Great Lakes Shipping for over 40 years, retiring as a ship’s captain. He was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, AARP and the Grand Lodge International Shipmasters Association. Survivors include his wife, Frances Wisnicky, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law, Allan F. and Margaret Wisnicky, Fair Oaks, Calif.; two grandchildren, Kelly and Brian; a brother, Daniel Wisnicky, Two Rivers and a sister-in-law, Emily Heinrichs and her husband, Ray, Manitowoc. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank and Clarence. The family will greet relatives and friends at Holy Innocents Catholic Church from 10 a.m. Friday, until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, June 21, 2000 P. A2
FRANCES WISNICKY Frances Wisnicky, age 81, formerly of 1637 Atlanta Circle, Manitowoc, died Monday, May 14, 2001, at River’s Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 18, 2001, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Foley. Cremation has taken place with entombment of the cremated remains at Calvary mausoleum, Manitowoc. She was born May 29, 1919, in Kewaunee County, daughter of the late George and Emily Thor Folk. On March 31, 1943, she married Elmer J. Wisnicky in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death June 19, 2000. Mrs. Wisnicky was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, the Christian Women of Holy Innocents, the Women’s Catholic Club and a former member of the Daughters of Isabella. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Allan F. and Margaret Wisnicky, Fair Oaks, Calif.; two grandchildren, Kelly and Brian; a brother, Raymond Folk, Pulaski; a twin sister, Emily Heinichs, Manitowoc and a sister-in-law, Anna Mae Wisnicky, Luxemburg. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by a brother, Roland, a brother-in-law, Ray Heinrichs and a sister-in-law, Rose Folk. She is further preceded in death by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law including Clarence and Mildred Wisnicky, Frank and Dorothy Wisnicky and Dan and Ruth Wisnicky. The family will greet relatives and friends at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. Friday until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, May 16, 2001 P. A ******** Funeral Services for Frances Wisnicky, age 81, formerly of 1637 Atlanta Circle, Manitowoc, who died Monday, May 14, 2001, at River’s Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc, will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 18, 2001, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Foley. Cremation has taken place with entombment of the cremated remains at Calvary mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. Friday until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, May 17, 2001 ******** (WISNICKY Frances 1919 2001 Phase V Cor 105 N Tier C Niche 5)
JOSEPH J. WITCZAK Joseph (Papa Joe) Witczak, age 84, of 806 MacArthur Drive, Manitowoc, died early Friday morning, March 12, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, March17, 1999, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian burial will be Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. with entombment to follow in Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. He was born February 9, 1915, in Manitowoc, son of the late Andrew and Anna Stryzewski Witczak. On March 4, 1935, he married the former Ruth Heinrichs at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The couple owned and operated Papa Joe’s Tavern in Manitowoc. Joe was a lifetime member of St. Mary Catholic Church, and also a member of United Commercial Travelers, and Manitowoc Knights of Columbus Council #710. He was an active member of the Manitowoc Senior Citizens. Survivors include his wife, Ruth, Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Leonard Boldt, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Mary Witczak, Appleton; nine grandchildren, Randy (Sharon) Boldt, Two Rivers, Ron (Trudy) Boldt, Valders, Chuck (Ellen) Boldt, Jeff (Tina) Boldt, Joe (Gail) Boldt, Spark (Sue) Boldt, Nancy (Joe) Blanke, all of Manitowoc; Julie Witczak, stevens Point, Jenny Witczak, Appleton; 18 great-grandchildren; five sisters and two brothers-in-law, Emily Zinkel, Manitowoc, Frances and Ervin Roberts, Manitowoc, Gertrude Vondruska, Two Rivers, Irene Burton, Manitowoc, and Harriet and LaVern Erickson, Milwaukee; three sisters-in-law, Mary Molitor, Manitowoc, Irene Lalko, Two Rivers, Florence (Howard) Scheuer, Appleton; one brother-in-law, Raymond (Emily) Heinrichs, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by three infant brothers, and also three other brothers, Hary, Curly, Felix, and one sister, Celia Birr. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. on Tuesday, where a prayer service wil be held at 7 p.m. led by Deacon Robert Drobka. Herald Times Reporter, March 14, 1999 P. A2 ******** (WITCZAK Joseph J. 2/9/1915 3/12/1999 Phase II Alc A SW Tier C Crypt 3)