HOLY TRINITY KASSON CEMETERY OBITUARIES

Maple Grove Township, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin

EDWARD BETHKE

Edward Bethke of Hollandtown died last Tuesday at the age of 71 years, survived 
by the widow and one son and two daughters, all at home. The cause of death was 
pneumonia. 
Decedent was born in Germany coming to America 50 years ago and settling on the 
farm that has been his home ever since. The funeral will take place tomorrow, 
services being conducted by Rev. Garthaus at the Kasson catholic cemetery. 
Interment will be in the Kasson Catholic Cemetery.  
Brillion News – Feb 5, 1915


MARY BETHKE

Miss Mary Bethke, 88, of Calumet Homestead, New Holstein, formerly of Brillion, 
died at the Homestead Wednesday. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at 
St. Mary Catholic church, Brillion. The Rev. Leonard Woelfel will officiate and 
burial will be in Kasson Cemetery.
Miss Bethke was born August 14, 1880, daughter of Edward and Pauline Koerth 
Bethke and she farmed with two bachelor brothers. They and two sisters preceded 
her in death. Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion after 3 p.m. 
where at 8 p.m. the Rosary will be recited.
Manitowoc Herald Times – Thursday, Nov. 17, 1968


PAULINE BETHKE    (d. 1926)

Mrs. Edward Bethke died at the home of her son, Andrew Bethke, last Tuesday. 
The decedent was born in Germany in 1848. She is the widow of Edward Bethke, 
who died in 1915. Surviving are one son, Andrew of Hollandtown and two 
daughters, Mary and Lena at home, one brother, Fred Martin, lives in Adams, 
Wis., and there are three sisters, Mrs. August Steinke, Baraboo, Mrs. August 
Brown of Marshfield and Mrs. Louis Koerth of Hollandtown.  
The funeral was held last Friday, services being conducted in the Kasson 
Catholic Church, Rev. Garthaus officiating. Interment was at Kasson.  
Brillion News – October 8, 1926


PETER BETHKE

Peter Bethke Sr., died on December 4th at the home of his son, Peter in the 
town of Maple Grove. The deceased was born in Germany in 1849 and came to 
America with his parents in 1855 the family settling in the town of Maple Grove.  
He was united in marriage to Miss Katherine Pischel of Clark’s Mills who died 
in 1914.  
Surviving the deceased are four sons, William, Dan, Peter and Mike all of Maple 
Grove and two daughters, Miss Julia and Mrs. Josephine Spatchek of Maple Grove.  
The funeral was held from the Kasson Catholic Church last Monday, funeral 
services being conducted by Rev. A. Garthaus. Interment was in the Catholic 
cemetery.
Brillion News – December 18, 1925


KATHERINE M. BRUHL

Died on Wednesday, Oct. 8, Mrs. Katie Buehl(sic), at the age of 86 years. 
Decedent was a mother of Mrs. John Geiger of Kasson. The funeral took place 
from the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. Sprangers officiating.
Brillion News, Fri., Oct. 10, 1902


MARY ANN DYKES

Mrs. Mayme Dykes of Madison, sister of Mr. Dan Werner of this city, died yesterday 
morning as the result of a surgical operation. The body will arrive on the 
5 o'clock train this evening and will be taken to the residence of her brother. 
The funeral will take place Sunday forenoon from the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. 
McGowan of E. Holland officiating.
Brillion News, Fri., June 6, 1902 


ADOLPH ECKER

Adolph Ecker, 76, retired Brillion businessman and farmer, died 
early this morning at the family home at Brillion after having 
been ill for a year.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Luecker 
Funeral Home at Brillion and at 9:30 at St. Mary's Catholic church, 
with burial in the Catholic cemetery adjoining the Holy Trinity 
church at Kasson.
Mr. Ecker was born January 2, 1866, in the town of Maple Grove. He 
married Margaret Feiber of Cato Falls on May 27, 1886. Six years ago 
the couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary by attending 
mass at the same church, St. Mary's at Brillion, where they were 
married in 1886. It is the church from which Mr. Ecker will be buried 
on Monday.
After their marriage the couple located on a farm in the town of Maple 
Grove, and operated it until 14 years ago when they retired and moved 
to Brillion. Mr. Ecker operated a tavern business in Brillion, and at 
the time of his death was owner of the Brillion Auditorium and movie 
theater.
Surviving him are his widow; two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Schuh of 
Brillion and Mrs. Louis Popp of Neenah; two sons, Joseph of Brillion 
and John of Hilbert; three half-brothers, John Steinfest of Brillion, 
Charles Steinfest of Antigo and Frank Steinfest of Gleason; three half-
sisters, Mrs. Edward Clifford of Antigo, Mrs. Emma Gross and Mrs. Alvin 
Reed of Gleason; and 21 grandchildren.
Mr. Ecker was a member of St. Mary's congregation of Brillion and of 
the Catholic Knights of the parish, and he was affiliated with the Holy 
Name society of Holy Trinity church at Kasson.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 20, 1942 P.2


ELIZABETH ECKER

Notes from West Maple Grove:
Elizabeth Ecker, wife of Joseph Ecker Sr., a prominent pioneer resident of 
Maple Grove, died Thursday at the age of 80 years. Deceased was born in Austria 
and came to this country in 1861. In 1865 she was married at Chilton to Joseph 
Ecker. One year and eight months ago the old couple celebrated their golden 
wedding and as both were then in the best of health, there was high hopes that 
the couple would live to celebrate their diamond wedding. Fate planned 
otherwise.
Mrs. Ecker has been ailing for sometime but was up and around til Wednesday 
night. She was then stricken with paralysis and died shortly before noon 
Thursday. She was a good Christian woman and after so many years of residence 
in this vicinity she will be missed by many. She is survived by her husband, 
one son, Adolph from here; two brothers, Mike and Paul Moser from here and two 
sisters, Mrs. Mary Schreiber of Montana and Mrs. Lena Barth of Idaho.
The funeral was held Saturday at 7:30 from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Rev. 
Garthaus performed the last sad rites. It was one of the largest funerals ever 
held from the church.
The outsiders that attended the funeral were Mrs. Gertrude Ecker and Mrs. George 
Ecker and Mrs. Schtaindel of Birnamwood, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Ciske of Sherwood, 
Mrs. H. Buss of Lyndhurst, Mr. and Mrs. Blacher, Mrs. Schwartzbaur, Mrs. Bushe 
and Mr. Sandkvor of Menasha, Mrs. Schreiber and son from Appleton and Mr. and 
Mrs. Schreiber from Antigo, Mr. and Mrs. M. Weins from Hilbert, Mrs. Mary Moser 
from Manitowoc, Mr. and Mrs. Chas Fritch of Wayside and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Kleiber 
of Reedsville.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 6, 1917


FRANK P. ECKER

HORSE’S KICK IS FATAL 
Brillion Lad has Skull Fractured and Dies in Short Time. 
Frank Ecker, a Brillion boy was killed by the kick of a horse. Ecker 
entered the stable to care for the animal and was kicked in the head, 
his skull being fractured by a blow from the animal’s hoof and death 
resulted in a few hours. The dead boy was a son of Adolph Ecker, a 
well known resident of the village, and was 18 years old. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 21, 1910  P. 1
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Frank, sixteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Ecker, died early this morning 
as a result of being kicked in the head by a horse yesterday. The boy's skull was 
so badly fractured that prompt medical assistance was unable to save his life. The 
young man was well known here and very popular and the sympathy of this community 
is extended to the sadly bereaved parents.
Brillion News, Fri., May 20, 1910
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The funeral of Frank Ecker, whose sad death we chronicled last week, was held on 
Monday from the Catholic Church at Kasson, the local branch of Catholic Knights, 
of which he was a member, attending in a body. Among those who attended the funeral 
from outside were: Joe Ecker of Milwaukee, Charlie Schmelter, Joe Rose and Anna 
Kohlbeck of Kenosha, W. Kohlbeck of Marshfield, Mrs. Steinfest and Mrs. Mike 
Lockerman of Deerbrook.


JOSEPH ECKER

Joe Ecker, Sr., died last Tuesday at the age of 76 years. He was 
ill for a long time although the best of medical service was given 
him. One son, Adolph, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren 
and Mrs. John Kleiber, Sr., a half sister, survive. The funeral took 
place at Holy Trinity Catholic church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, May 04, 1918, Page 5
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The court last week heard the Ecker case. Joseph Ecker died lately leaving an 
estate of about $20,000. Adolph Ecker of Cato claimed to be the son of the 
deceased although there was no record of a marriage of his mother and the elder 
Ecker. Collateral relatives also claimed the estate. Adolph sought to prove in 
county court that the old man had admitted in writing that Adolph was his son. 
The law requires this to be done in writing. There was evidence of some such 
writing having existed many years ago on a fly leaf of an old book. This writing 
is now lost and its contents can be proved only by oral evidence. The county 
court held that the relationship had been established and that Adolph Ecker is 
the rightful heir. A half sister of the deceased Ecker appealed and the testimony 
was gone over again in circuit court and the matter taken under advisement by the 
court.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 20, 1919 P. 1
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TWO MAPLE GROVE COUPLE, WEDDED FIFTY YEARS GO, 
HOLD JOINT CELEBRATION OF GOLDEN WEDDING TODAY
Maple Grove was the scene of an unusual celebration today when two 
couples, married at the same time fifty years ago, neighbors for 
half a century on adjoining farms, observed a double celebration of 
the golden wedding anniversary, recalling the double wedding of 1865. 
The presence of one of the bridesmaids who attended the couple fifty 
years ago was an interest incident of today's celebration. Mr. Moser 
and Mrs. Ecker are brother and sister and both couples are among the 
best known pioneer residents of Manitowoc county. The weddings were 
celebrated at the Catholic church at Chilton January 13, 1865 and 
shortly after the two couples took up their homes on adjoining farms 
in Maple Grove where they have resided ever since.
Mr. Moser is 74 and his wife 72 while Mr. Ecker is 74 and his wife 
76. Mrs. Moser's maiden name was Theresa Neuwirth while that of Mrs. 
Ecker was Elizabeth Moser. All four of the celebrants are hale and 
hearty despite their ages and made the trip to the church in company 
today. Mrs. John Klieber, a sister of Mr. Ecker, who was bridesmaid 
at the wedding, accompanied the golden wedding party today.
Rev. Father Gardhans officiated at mass said for the two couple at the 
Kasson church today, following which the celebrants returned to their 
homes where a two day celebration is planned, relatives, friends and 
neighbors being entertained at the Moser home today and at the Ecker 
home tomorrow.
Mr. Moser is a veteran of the civil war, having served with Company G., 
Fourteenth Wisconsin. Both he and Mr. Ecker have been engaged in farming 
in the county for years and have amassed a comfortable competence for 
their reclining days. Congratulations were sent to the couples from many 
friends in this city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 13, 1916 P.1


MARGARET ECKER

Mrs. Adolph Ecker 85, (photo) of 323 Main St., Brillion, died Monday 
at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Luecker Funeral 
Home, Brillion, and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. 
The Rev. Raymond Schauer will officiate and burial will be in the Kasson 
Catholic Cemetery.
She was born Margaret Felber in Cato in 1868 and in 1886 was married to 
Adolph Ecker. They located on a farm in Maple Grove and 24 years ago moved 
to Brillion. Her husband preceded her in death. She was a member of the St. 
Mary congregation, the Christian Mothers and the auxiliary of the American 
Legion in Brillion.
Survivors are two sons, Joseph of Brillion and John of Green Bay; two 
daughters, Mrs. Joseph Schuh of Brillion and Mrs. Sophia Popp of Neenah; 
21 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Tuesday where the rosary 
will be recited Wednesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 11, 1953 P.15


MARGARETHA FELBER

The Call of Death
Mrs. Margaret Felber(sic) died last Wednesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph 
Ecker, at the age of 84 years. the funeral will take place tomorrow (Sat.) from 
the Catholic Church at Kasson. Decedent is survived by four daughters.
Brillion News, Fri., Mar. 1, 1912
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Rural Route No. 2:
Mrs. Margaret Felber died last week Tuesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. 
Adolph Ecker at the age of 82 years. She is survived by four children, namely, 
Mrs. Adolph Ecker, Mrs. Barbara Schmelter, Mrs. Wolf Kolhlbeck and Mrs. John 
Kohlbeck. She was buried Saturday from the Catholic Church at Kasson. She was 
buried Saturday from the Catholic Church at Kasson. Interment at the Kasson 
Cemetery. Those from outside who attended the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Frank 
Kubale, Wenzel Mandlik and Maggie Mendlik Sr., of Cato Falls, Mr. and Mrs. John 
Schmidt of Clarks Mills, Frank Mendlick and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Moser Sr. of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. J. Blahar of Menasha.
Card of Thanks
We wish to extend our sincere thanks to all who assisted us during the illness 
and at the funeral of our beloved mother. 
Mrs. Barbara Schmelter
Mrs. John Kohlbeck
Mrs. Wolf Kohlbeck
Mrs. Adolph Ecker
Brillion News, Fri., Mar. 8, 1912


RICHARD FISCHER

Richard J. Fischer, loving husband, father and grandfather, 67, 315 Columbus 
Ave., Brillion, died peacefully with his family at his side on Saturday, 
April 29, 2006. 
Dick was born April 29, 1939, son of the late Alex and Marcella (Miller) Fischer. 
He graduated from Reedsville High School in 1957, then served in the U.S. Army 
before marrying Helen G. Schuh on Aug. 26, 1967. He was employed by Eck Industries 
for 34 years before retiring in 2004. He was a member and usher of Holy Family 
Catholic Church in Brillion. He was also a member of the Catholic Knights, West 
Maple Grove Hunting Club and Amvet Post 1032, Reedsville. He enjoyed his grand-
children very much as well as playing cards and hunting. 
Survivors include his wife Helen; three sons and daughter, Chuck (Brenda), 
Stockbridge and their children Andrea, Olivia and Owen, Kevin (Nicole) and their 
children Elise and Derek, Mark (Lynn) and their children Andrew, Jack and baby 
due in June, Connie (Dave) Doege and their children Alexis and Alana, all of 
Brillion. He is further survived by his family Leland (Kathy), Geraldine (John) 
Leist, Roger (Joanne), Wayne (Laura), Jackie (Don) Kriescher, Bill (Denise). 
He is also survived by Helen's family; Elizabeth (Theodore) Giese, Norbert (Carol) 
Schuh, Edwin (Rosie) Schuh, Pat Schuh, Monica Dresang, Anna Schuh, Regina Fischer 
and Dori (Jim) Behnke. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-
in-law, George and Lauretta Schuh; brother, Glen; seven brothers-in-law and two 
sisters-in-law; Harold Riemer, baby Alfred Schuh, Richard and Joyce Schuh, 
Anthony Schuh; Sister Clara Schuh, Francis Dresang, Sebastian Schuh and George 
Schuh. He was also preceded in death by three grandchildren, Baby Kevin, Baby 
Fischer and Baby Doege. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, May 3, 2006, at 10:30 a.m. 
at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Mathew Simonar will officiate. 
Burial will be in the Holy Trinity. Cemetery, Brillion. Friends may call at the 
Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion on Tuesday, May 2, from 4 to 8 p.m. with a prayer 
service at 7 p.m. Friends may also call at the church on Wednesday from 9 a.m. 
until the time of service. 
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Richard's name.
No newspaper cited


JOYCE MAE FRELICH

Girl, 2, Dies After Eating Almost All of Box of Pills
Joyce Frelich, 2-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Frelich, town of 
Maple Grove, died at St. Vincent’s hospital in Green Bay shortly before 5 
o’clock Sunday afternoon from the effects of having eaten a large number of 
tablets prescribed for the child for a kidney ailment.
Mary Jane, year-old sister of Joyce, also ate several of the pills and became 
severely ill but was reported to be in an improved condition today.
Stood on Chair 
According to information obtained by Dr. Theodore Teitgen, Manitowoc county 
coroner, who was called to the Green Bay hospital last night, the child stepped 
on a chair and reached into the top shelf of a kitchen cupboard to get the 
pills. Mrs. Frelich was attending church and her husband and the oldest boy 
were attending to chores in the barn. A six-year-old son of the Frelichs and 
the two girls were in the house alone.
The six-year-old boy ran out to the barn and told his father what had happened.
It is believed that the infant swallowed about three of the pills and the older 
girl consumed the remaining pills in the box. There were 50 tablets in the box 
when the prescription was filled last Thursday.
The Frelichs reside on Brillion route 1. 
Funeral Wednesday 
The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 9 o’clock at the Luecker funeral 
home at Brillion and at 930 o’clock at Holy Trinity church, Kasson, with burial 
in the adjoining cemetery. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 14, 1943  P. 1


ALBINA FRITSCH

Mrs. Charles Fritsch, 64, of route 1, Brillion, died Tuesday at the St. 
Vincent’s hospital in Green Bay. She had been a patient at the hospital 
three weeks.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 9 a.m. from the Luecker funeral 
home in Brillion and at 9:30 from the Trinity Catholic church at Kasson. 
Burial will be in the Kasson Catholic cemetery.
Mrs. Fritsch, nee Alvina (sic) Traxler, was born in Austria in 1875 and 
came to this country with her parents. She was married in 1905 to Mr. 
Fritsch and they located on a farm near Kasson. 
The widower is the only survivor. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 13, 1940  P. 2


ANDREAS FRITSCH

Order to hear Petition for Administration.
First publication Sept. 2nd 1886.
IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT.
In the matter of the Estate of Andreas Fritch (sic), deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Charles Fritch, of the Town of Maple Grove, 
representing among other things that Andreas Fritch, late of said Town, on the 
30th day of June, A.D., 1886, at said Town, died intestate, leaving goods, chattels 
and estate within this State, and that said petitioner is a son of said deceased, 
and praying that administration of said estate be to Anton Fritch granted, it is 
ordered that said petition be heard before this Court, on Tuesday, the 28th day 
of September A.D., 1886, at 10 o'clock A.M., at my office in said County. Ordered 
further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and to all 
persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks 
prior to said day of hearing in the Nord-Westen, a weekly newspaper published at 
Manitowoc in said County.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 31st day of August, A.D., 1886.
Carl H. Schmidt, Co. Judge.
Emil Baensch, Attorney.
Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, September 2, 1886 P. 5
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS.
First Publication Sept. 30th 1886.
IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT.
In the Matter of the Estate of Andreas Fritsch, deceased.
TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:-Leteers (sic) of Administration on said Estate 
of Andreas Fritsch, deceased, having been issued to Anton Fritsch on the 
28th day of September, A.D., 1886, and six months from and after said day 
being allowed and limited for creditors to present their claims for examination 
and allowance, notice is hereby given that the undersigned will, on the last 
Tuesdays of November 1886, January and March 1887, at the Probate Office in the 
City of Manitowoc, in said County, receive, examine, and adjust all all (sic) 
claims, and demands of all persons against said deceased.
Dated September 28th, 1886.
Carl H. Schmidt, County Judge.
Emil Baensch, Attorney.
Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, Thursday, October 14, 1886 P. 5


ANTON C. FRITSCH

Anton F. Fritsch, 80, of route 4, Manitowoc, retired farmer, died Monday 
night at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 o’clock at Holy Innocents Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. E. A. Radey will officiate and burial will be in Holy 
Trinity Cemetery, Kasson, Wis.
Mr. Fritsch was born in Maple Grove in 1871 and 53 years ago married Miss 
May Heldger in Brillion. They located on a farm in Maple Grove and 12 years 
ago moved to Brillion. Last year they took up their residence on Menasha 
Avenue, northwest of Manitowoc. He was a member of the Holy Name Society.
Survivors are his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Isabel Peterson of Chippewa Falls, 
Wis., and Mrs. Verie Porter of Manitowoc; son, Arthur of West DePere; three 
brothers, Frank of Appleton, and Charles and Leonard of Brillion; sister, Mrs. 
Sophia Meyer of Appleton; 18 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after Wednesday noon, where the rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. Wednesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 25, 1952  P. 2


CHARLES FRITSCH   (d. 1954)

Charles Fritsch, Brillion, Passes
BRILLION, Wis.-Charles Fritsch, 83, Brillion, Rt. 2, died at a Green Bay hospital 
Friday evening.
Mr. Fritsch was born in the town of Maple Grove on June 24, 1871, and is survived 
by one sister, Mrs. Matt Meier of Appleton.
The body is at the Reedsville Co-op Funeral Home where it may be viewed after 
10 o'clock Sunday morning. The rosary will be recited at St. Mary Catholic Church 
in Brillion at 7 o'clock Monday evening and at the funeral home at 8 o'clock Monday 
evening.
The last rites will be conducted at the funeral home at 8:30 Tuesday morning and 
at St. Mary's Catholic Church by the Rev. Raymond Schauer at 9 o'clock. Burial will 
be in the Kasson Cemetery.
Green Bay Press Gazette, May 1, 1954  P. 15


CHARLEY FRITSCH    (d. 1915)

Carl Fritsch of Maple Grove died last Saturday at the age of 76 years. This 
unfortunate old gentleman has for twenty-four years been an incurable invalid, 
afflicted with chronic rheumatism which has confined him to the house and in 
fact to one chair during all this time. Death must have been a welcome relief.  
Decedent was born in Germany and came to America as a young man settling at 
Milwaukee but a year later moved to the present homestead in Maple Grove. He 
was a member of the Catholic congregation of Kasson.  
He is survived by the wife, five sons, Carl, Anton, Frank, Lenhard and Joe; also 
six daughters, Mrs. Eliz. Heidger, Mrs. Clara Yeffrey, Mrs. Sophie Meyer, Mrs. 
Lena Busch of Appleton, Mrs. Katie Sch??? Of Oshkosh and Mrs. Mary Marz of Sheldon. 
Two brothers, Anton of Dorchester and Frank of Antigo also survive.  
The funeral took place Tuesday from the Kasson Catholic church, Rev. Garthaus 
officiating. The pall bearers were John and S???? Geiger, Paul Moser, John 
Caflisch, Jos. Weins and Peter Hoyer.  
Brillion News, July 2, 1915 


JOSEPH FRITSCH

Notes from West Maple Grove:
Joseph Fritsch died March twenty-fourth at the home of his brother, Leonhardt. 
He was born in 1868 and has lived here since. He is survived by his aged mother 
who also lives at the Leonhardt Fritch home and four brothers and six sisters. 
His brothers are Charles, Anton C. and Leonhardt, all from here; Frank of Menasha; 
the sisters are Lizzie Heidger, Clara Zeffery and Sophie Meier of Appleton; Katie 
Schneissel of Oshkosh, Lena Rusch of Eagle River and Mary Marx of Menasha. The 
funeral took place March the 26th from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus 
conducting the rites. The pallbearers were Adolph Ecker, J. Kleiber, Albert Nagel, 
Joseph Pritzl, John Mancoske and Jim Connell.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 9, 1925


KATHERINE FRITSCH

Mrs. Katherine Fritsch, 85, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Matt 
Meier, 410 W. Foster st. Thursday morning following a brief illness.
She was born in Germany Nov. 29, 1846 (sic) and came to the United States 
when she was 11 years old. She resided at Woodville for three years but 
after her marriage to Carl Fritsch moved to Maple Grove where she lived 
until eight years ago. During the past eight years she had been a resident 
of Appleton. She was a member of the Christian Mothers society of Holy 
Trinity church of Kassen (sic).
Survivors are four sons, Charles, Leonard, and Anton Fritsch of Brillion 
and Frank Fritsch of the town of Menasha; six daughters; Mrs. Peter Heidgen 
and Mrs. Mary Marx, and Mrs. Matt Meier of Appleton, Mrs. Florence Zewffry 
of Florian, Mrs. John Schiessel of Oshkosh and Mrs. William Rusch of Eagle 
River; one brother, John Zeininger of Menasha; one sister, Mrs. Jane Johnson 
of Appleton; 41 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 12 great great 
grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at Sacred Heart church, Appleton, at 9 o’clock 
Monday morning, the Rev. F. Raussmann officiating. Interment will be in the 
Kasson cemetery. The body will be removed from the Laemmrich funeral home in 
Menasha to the residence of Matt Meier Friday afternoon. 
Appleton Post Crescent, April 14, 1932  P. 4


LEONARD FRITSCH

Leonard A. Fritsch, 61, residing on a farm on the outskirts of Reedsville, 
died Thursday morning following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Reedsville Funeral 
Home and at 9 o’clock at the St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. 
Raymond Schauer will officiate and burial will be in the Kasson Cemetery.
Fritsch was born in Maple Grove in 1891 and in 1924 married Miss Rose Koeppel. 
They located on a Maple Grove farm.
Survivors are his wife; two sons, (private); daughter, (private); brother, 
Charles of Brillion; sister, Mrs. Sophia Meier of Appleton; and two grand-
children.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 2, 1953  P. 15


MARY FRITSCH    (d. 1957)

Mrs. Anton Fritsch, 80, died unexpectedly early Friday morning at the home of 
a son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Porter, 2241 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 8:30 am Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc and at 9 am at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. E.A.Radey will 
officiate and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery in the Town of Maple Grove.
The former Mary Heidger was born May 8, 1876 in the Town of Harrison, Outagamie 
county, daughter of the late peter and Mary Hahn Heidger. She was married at 
Menasha 56 years ago and the couple farmed 40 years before coming to Manitowoc 
in 1941. Mr. Fritsch died five years ago. She was a member of the Altar Society 
of the church.
Surviving her are a son, Arthur of West DePere, Wis.; two daughters, Isabella 
Peterson of Cadott, Wis., and Mrs. Verie Porter of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. 
Theresa Heup of Portland, Ore.; 19 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 1:30 p Sunday where the Rosary will 
be recited by the Altar Rosary Society at 2:30 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Apr. 12, 1957 page M13


PAUL FRITSCH

Notes from West Maple Grove:
The funeral of Paul Fritsch took place on Oct. 9 at the Holy Trinity Church 
near Kasson. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Fritsch. He was 14 years of 
age. He is survived by his parents, one brother, Arthur at home and two 
sisters, Mrs. V. Porter of Manitowoc and Mrs. Laurence Peterson of Chippewa 
Falls.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 18, 1923


ROSIE FRITSCH

Mrs. Rose Fritsch, 68, a Manitowoc resident, died Wednesday at Manitowoc 
County Hospital. 
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
at 10:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. John 
Hephner will officiate and burial will be in Klasson (sic) Holy Trinity 
Cemetery, Brillion.
Mrs. Frutsch (sic), nee Rose Koeppel, was born May 11, 1904, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Anton and Francis Grall Koeppel. She was married to 
Leonard Fritsch in 1924 at St. Michael Catholic Church, Whitelaw. Her 
husband preceded her in death July 2, 1953. 
Survivors include two sons, (private); a brother, Frank, of Two Rivers; 
a sister, Mrs. Cecelia Kaderabek, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc; 19 grandchildren 
and two great grandchildren. A daughter, Audrey Fritsch Krueger, preceded 
her in death in 1955.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 p.m. Thursday, where 
memorial services will be at 8 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday, March 21, 1973  P. 23


BARBARA GEIGER

FORMER NATIVE OF WHITELAW DIES AT APPLETON
Burial of Mrs. Simeon(sic) Geiger, 76, former Whitelaw resident, who passed 
away last week at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Bruehl at Appleton, 
took place on Monday at Brillion and later from the Holy Trinity church at 
Kasson. Six nephews of the deceased acted as pall bearers.
Mrs. Geiger was born in Germany in June, 1854 (sic). At the age of nine 
years she came to this country with her parents, who settled at Whitelaw. 
In 1873 she was united in marriage to Simeon Geiger, who preceded her in 
death nine years ago. She made her home on a farm in Calumet county until 
three years ago when she left for Appleton to make her home with her daughter, 
Mrs. Henry Bruehl.
Nine children survive, five sons, Andrew Geiger of Neenah, John of Chippewa 
Falls, Daniel, Robert and Peter Geiger of Brillion, and four daughters, Mrs. 
Henry Bruehl of Appleton, Mrs. Chas. Geise, of Brillion; Mrs. Tom Brantmeyer 
of Menasha, and Mrs. Richard Vogel of Newton. There are also 42 grand children, 
and four great-grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, October 23, 1930 P.2
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West Maple Grove
Mrs. Sim Geiger met with an accident last Sunday at church. While Mike Becker 
was backing his car she happened to be behind it. The fendeer striking her, she fell 
and one of the wheels rode over both her feet. Although it was quite serious, she is 
getting along nicely.
Brillion News - Fri., Aug. 4, 1916


BARTHOLOMEUS GEIGER

(From the correspondent in Brillion, 07 Feb.)
Death on Thurs. of Mr. Pat. Geiger(sic) in Town Maple Grove. 
He was buried on Sun. in the Catholic Church of Kasson.
Der Nord Westen, 16 Feb. 1893 
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(Per obit he d. on Thurs. before the 7th which was Feb. 2)
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Bartholemew Giger
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name Bartholemew Giger
Event Type Death
Event Date 1893
Event Place Maple Grove, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Gender Male
Age 38
Marital Status Married
Race w
Occupation Farmer
Birth Date 09 Jun 1853
Birth Year (Estimated) 1855
Birthplace Germany
Cemetery Rom. Cath. Cemetery
Father's Name Simon Giger
Mother's Name Elizabeth Giger
Spouse's Name Minnie Giger
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Bartholemew Giger
Wisconsin Death Index
Name Bartholemew Giger
Event Type Death
Event Date 22 Feb 1893(sic)
Event Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Page 0395
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GIGER Bartholemew Feb 22 1893 v.4 p.180 (Manitowoc co. record)
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(First publication Mar. 23, 1893.) No. 17
STATE OF WISCONSIN.-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNT. In Probate.
In the matter of the estate and of the last will and testament of Bartholoma (sic) 
Geiger,deceased.
Notice is hereby given that thete (sic) is now pending in this court the petition 
of Jacob Reichardt, of said county, praying that the executrix of the last will and 
testament of Bartholoma Geiger late of the town of Maple Grove, in said county, 
deceased, testate, be authorized and directed, by order of this court, to convey to 
the petitioner the following described real estate situated in said Manitowoc county 
to-wit:
The east half of the north-west quarter of section 18 in township 20, north. of 
range 21, east containing about eighty acres of land, more or less, pursuant to a 
contract in writing made by said deceased and wife in his lifetime, with petitioner.
And that said petition be heard at a special term of this court, to be held at the 
office of the county judge in the city of Manitowoc in said county on the second 
Tuesday (being the 9th day) of May, A.D. 1893 at 10 o'clock in the forenoon of that 
day.
Dated March 20th, 1893.
By the court,
Emil Baensch, County Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 23, 1893 P. 2


DANIEL P. GEIGER

Route 2 Brillion 
Age 74, passed away at a Green Bay hospital after a short illness Saturday 
afternoon. He was born February 1, 1894 in the town of Brillion. He married 
Ida Vogel of Whitelaw on June 20, 1917. He operated the Geiger Homestead and 
the Tri-County Farms with his son until he retired in 1951. He was one of 
the original organizers of the Brillion Farmers Co-Op. He was a member of 
the Holy Name Society. The Geigers observed their Golden Wedding Anniversary 
June, 1967. Survivors include his wife, Ida; five daughters, Mrs. Edward 
(Hilaria) Dvorachek, Reedsville, Mrs. Joseph (Ida) Juckem, Chilton, Mrs. 
Michael (Deloros) Diny, Hollandtown, Mrs. Allen (Rita) Whittmann, and Mrs. 
Albert (Germaine) Brick, both of Brillion; three sons, Bernard, Daniel Jr., 
and Elmer, all of Brillion; a son Norbert preceded him in death in 1966; 50 
grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Richard Vogel, Manitowoc; one brother, Peter, 
Brillion; three sister and five brothers preceded him in death. Funeral 
services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Weiting Funeral Home, Brillion 
and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion with Rev. Leonard 
Woelfel officiating. A solemn High Mass will be held. Burial will be at Holy 
Trinity Cemetery, Kasson. Friends may call at the Weiting Funeral Home after 
2 p.m. Tuesday and the rosary will be prayed at 8 p.m. Tuesday. 
Appleton Post Crescent, March 4, 1968  P. 30 
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(16 Feb 1894/Mar 1968/SSDI)
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Notes from West Maple Grove:
Many from here attended the wedding of Dan Geiger and Ida Voget at Whitelaw 
last Wednesday. The young couple will make their home on a farm near Kasson.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 28, 1917


DIANE GEIGER

Diane Gerolyn Geiger, five-month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond 
Geiger of Rt. 2, Brillion, died unexpectedly Sunday at home.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary Catholic 
Church, Brillion. The Rev. Leonard Woelfel will officiate and burial 
will be in Casson Cemetery, Brillion (sic).
Diane Geiger was born Aug. 19, 1968, at Green Bay, daughter of Raymond F. 
and Shirley Fischer Geiger. 
Besides her parents, she is survived by a sister, (private), and two 
brothers, (private); maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Fischer, 
of Brillion; and paternal grandmother, Mrs. Mary Geiger, of Reedsville.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, after 4 p.m. 
Tuesday until the time of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 27, 1969   P. 11


FLOYD GEIGER

The four month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Gieger, died on New Year's Day. 
The child had been ill with whooping cough for some time which later developed 
into pneumonia and caused his death Friday.
He is survived by his parents, one sister, Geraldine and three brothers, Richard, 
Peter and Jackie, all of Brillion. Funeral services were held Monday morning at 
9:30 at the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. J. Kraus officiating. Interment was in 
the Kasson Catholic Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, Jan. 5, 1932
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(Although no first name is given, it appears the obit is for Floyd)


FRANCIS E. GEIGER

Brillion Crossing Wreck Injures Driver Fatally
Francis E. Geiger Killed When Car Runs Into Train 
BRILLION—Francis F. Geiger, 22, of Rt. 1 died early Thursday morning of 
injuries sustained Wednesday night when his car crashed into the side of 
a switch train at a grade crossing near the city limits.
George _(underinked)_was en route to the city from the farm home to pick 
up his mother, Mrs. Mary F. Geiger, at her place of employment about 10:50? 
o’clock when his car smashed into a North Western Road line freight.
(part of the article not transcribed)
Geiger had been home since last fall after serving with the Armed Forces and was 
employed in the maintenance department of Brillion Iron Works Inc. His mother 
was widowed about 20 years ago when her husband Frank was killed in a gravel 
truck accident at a county trunk intersection just north of Brillion.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at Wieting Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. 
at St. Mary Catholic Church with the Rev. Raymond Schauer officiating. Burial will 
be in Holy Trinity Cemetery at Kasson.
Native of Maple Grove 
Geiger was born May 25, 1935, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Frank 
and Mary Dvorachek Geiger. He spent his entire life in the Brillion area except 
the period between September, 1955, and September 1957 when he served in the U.S. 
Army. He was a graduate of St. Mary Grade School, and was graduated from Brillion 
High School in 1953. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of the church and 
the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin.
Survivors include his mother, three brothers, (private); two sisters, (private); 
grandmother, Mrs. Francis Dvorachek of Rt. 2, Brillion, nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Saturday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m. and again at 8 p.m. Sunday. The Rosary will also be recited 
at the church at 7 p.m. Sunday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 3, 1958  pp. 1, 19 


FRANK GEIGER

Auto Crash Fatal To Town Assessor 
Frank Geiger, 36, Maple Grove town assessor and prominent farmer, was 
fatally injured early Saturday evening when the car in which he was a 
passenger was sideswiped by another machine on a highway three miles 
northeast of the village of Brillion. 
Geiger, who sustained a fractured skull and a broken arm, died 10 hours 
later in a Green Bay hospital. 
Tossed Against Windshield 
The dead man was en route north with Herman Strobel, Brillion cheesemaker, 
on a hunting trip in the latter’s car when the accident happened. The 
Strobel machine, bound north on the former Highway 10 route, met a car 
driven by Theodore Kersten, Hollandtown. The machines, in endeavoring to 
pass each other, sideswiped and Geiger was thrown violently against the 
windshield.
An ambulance summoned from Brillion conveyed Geiger to a Green Bay hospital. 
He died Sunday morning. Mr. Kersten, driver of the other machine, sustained 
several broken ribs and internal injuries. Strobel was only slightly hurt. 
Kersten and Strobel were taken to the office of a Forest Junction physician 
to have their injuries cared for.
Both automobiles were badly wrecked although neither machine overturned. 
Funeral services for Mr. Geiger will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. from the 
St. Mary’s Catholic church at Brillion. Interment will be in the Kasson 
cemetery. 
The deceased was born in the 
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AUTO CRASH FATAL TO TOWN ASSESSOR 
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town of Maple Grove in 1899 and always resided there. For many years he has 
operated a farm three and a half miles northeast of Brillion. He was a member 
of the Holy Name society and the Catholic Knights.
Mr. Geiger was serving his second term as assessor of the town of Maple Grove. 
He was married Oct. 19, 1926 to Mary Dvorachek, at Reedsville.
Survivors are his widow; two daughters, Alice and Audrey; four sons, Harold, 
Norman, Raymond and Francis; five brothers, Henry, George, John, Edward, and 
Emery, Brillion; six sisters, Mrs. Clara Laurson, Menasha, Mrs. May Cummings, 
Chicago, Lena, Maple Grove, Mrs. Celia Pritzl and Mathilda, city, Mrs. Eleanor 
Rappel, Sheboygan; and a mother, Mrs. Mary Geiger, Brillion. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 2, 1935  pp. 1, 9 


GERALD FRANK GEIGER

Infant Child Is Buried At Brillion 
Brillion—Gerald Geiger, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Norbert Geiger of 
Route 1, Brillion, died Monday at a Green Bay hospital. The child was 
10 days old.
Survivors are the parents, maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert 
Kapidlansky of Cato and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel 
Geiger, of Brillion. 
Funeral services were held this morning at 9 o’clock at St. Mary’s 
Catholic church at Brillion with the Rev. Raymond Schauer officiating. 
Burial was made in the Catholic church cemetery at Kasson. 
Sheboygan Press, October 20, 1943  P. 6


IDA GEIGER

Mrs. Daniel Ida Geiger Sr., 74, of Rt. 2, Brillion, died Saturday at a 
Green Bay Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Wieting Funeral Home 
and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. G. Dowling 
will officiate and burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson.
Mrs. Geiger, nee Ida Vogel, was born Sept. 12, 1896, at Whitelaw, daughter 
of the late John and Mary Spaeth Vogel. She was married to Daniel Geiger 
June 20, 1917, at Whitelaw. The couple farmed in the Brillion area until 
retirement in 1951. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in June 
of 1967. Her husband preceded her in death in 1968. Mrs. Geiger was a member 
of St. Mary Church and the Christian Mothers Society of the church.
Survivors include three sons, Bernard, Daniel Jr., and Elmer of Brillion; 
five daughters, Mrs. Edward (Helaria) Dvorachek of Rt. 2, Reedsville, Mrs. 
Joseph (Ida) Juchem of Rt. 1, Chilton, Mrs. Michael (Dolores) Diny of 
Holandtown, Wis., and Mrs. Allen (Rita) Wittmann and Mrs. Albert (Germaine) 
Brick of Brillion; three brothers, Frank, Richard and Bernard of Manitowoc; 
a sister, Sister Robert, of Holy Family Convent, Manitowoc; 51 grandchildren 
and two great grandchildren. A son, Norbert, preceded her in death in 1966 
and six sisters, two brothers and two grandchildren also preceded.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where a wake service 
will be at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 25, 1971  P. 7 
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Notes from West Maple Grove:
Many from here attended the wedding of Dan Geiger and Ida Voget at Whitelaw 
last Wednesday. The young couple will make their home on a farm near Kasson.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 28, 1917


JEFFREY G. GEIGER

Jeffrey Geiger, formerly of Brillion, died July 5, 2012 in Chicago, IL. Jeff 
was born on December 1, 1964, son of Ray and Shirley Geiger. He graduated from 
Brillion High School, class of 1983. Jeff proudly served in the United States 
Army from August 1983 through August 1985. He worked at Charlie’s for 15 years, 
as well as worked part time at Advance Event Group, a group that helped raise 
thousands of dollars for local Chicago organizations like Vital Bridges and 
Autism Speaks.
Jeff is survived by his parents, Ray and Shirley of Brillion; two brothers and 
two sisters-in-law, David (Nancy) and Jay( Stacy) all of Brillion; two sisters 
and brothers-in-law, Donna (Joe) Bauer of Sheboygan Falls and Jodi (Darren) 
Vandehei of Oneida; three nephews, Bryan Geiger, Rylan Vandehei and Daniel Geiger; 
three nieces, Rachel (fiancée Ken) Geiger, Christine (Nick) Perrone and Hope Geiger; 
other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal 
grandparents; a sister, Diane Geiger; a nephew, Quentin Geiger; twin nieces, Emily 
and Josephine Geiger and other relatives.
Private services were held by Father Timothy Brandt and the burial took place in 
Kasson Cemetery.
Brillion News – July, 2012


JOHN GEIGER    (d. 1923)

John Geiger, a prominent resident of the town of Maple Grove, died at his home 
last week Thursday after a long illness. 
He was born in 1860 on the homestead farm which has been his home since. After 
the death of his parents he took over the farm which is one of the best in this 
section, the fruit of his long years of thrift and steady industry. A portion 
of the Kettle moraine traveres the land containing a rich vein of fine sand and 
gravel for which is great demand existed and Mr. Geiger came to be known as the 
“Gravel King.” In 1887 he was united in marriage to Miss Mary Brill (sic) of 
Darboy who now survives him.  He is also survived by six sons, George and Henry 
Geiger residing in the city, Edward, John and Emmerich at home and Frank of 
Manitowoc. There are six daughters, Mrs. Clara ??? of Plainfield, Il.,  Miss 
Lena of this city, Mary of Chicago and Elnore, Mathilda and Celia at home. 
Likewise, two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Hopfenberger of Appleton and Mrs. Ed. 
Schrage of Menasha. 
He was a member of the Kasson Branch of the Catholic Knights. The funeral was 
held on Monday services being conducted in the Catholic Church at Kasson by Rev. 
Garthaus. Interment in the Catholic Cemetery at Kasson.
Brillion News – November 30, 1923
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News article:
ALMOST A TRAGEDY
John Geiger has a well near his barn. Their well comprises an old dug well 
14 ft. deep, lined with stone and when its water supply became insufficient 
it was drilled down to a great depth. For three years this well was unopened. 
As it contained no water, it was never thought necessary to open it. A short 
time ago, however, John decided to examine this old well and last Saturday 
he and his two sturdy sons (chips off the old block) Henry and Eddie, removed 
the cover and John prepared to descend. He is a powerful man in robust health 
and as he had often previously done, went into the dark hole without the use 
of a ladder, bracing himself entirely with hands and feet, the apertures 
between the stones of the lining walls afforded good holds. In telling his story 
to the NEWS, John said that when he started to go down he had a premonition of 
danger but thought little of it, supposing his nervousness to be due only to 
advancing age and with his two sons looking on, he was too gamey to back out of 
his job. However, he was quickly to find that his courage alone would not avail 
against the enemy lurking at the bottom of that well. For after descending a 
number of feet, he felt a choking sensation accompanied by dizziness and a 
constriction in the chest. He felt himself growing weak and unable to speak and 
had to gasp for breath. He thought, perhaps the boys had jokingly closed the well 
at the top and that the air had become too close, but looking up he saw the well 
was open at the top. It was at this point that John decided discretion to be 
better than valor. He felt terribly weak but thoroughly alarmed at his condition 
he exerted the last ounce of his strength to climb back to Gods fresh air. That 
little speck of sky above looked like heaven to him and it is safe to say that 
no man ever strove for it more sincerely than John did at that very moment. He 
managed to get out all right and was weak and panting for breath for 20 minutes. 
But he still did not know what the trouble was. There had been no odor in the 
well to betray the deadly gas that had been stored there for three years. He 
simply thought at the moment that he was a "has been" and no longer able to do 
what he once could. So they decided to get a ladder and let the boys do the 
investigating. Henry descended first but before he reached the bottom, he likewise 
had to give it up. Then Eddie tried it with the same result. The boys were not so 
badly affected as their valiant father but after the second son's attempt, they 
reached the conclusion that dead gas had affected them. John was told at the drug 
store that had he not beat a retreat so promptly, he would have had a quick death 
at the bottom of the well and it is possible that in attempting to get their 
father out, the boys would have met a similar fate. John says it was the closest 
shave he ever had and he wants us to publish this story to serve as a warning to 
others of the danger there may be in recklessly descending into old wells and we 
agree with him.
Brillion News, Fri., Aug. 22, 1913


JONATHAN GEIGER    (d. 1986)

Jonathan David Geiger, 4 months old of Route 2, Sunnyslope Road, Brillion, died 
Thursday, March 20, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. Private family Mass will 
be held at 11 am Saturday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Askeaton. Rev. David 
Koehne will officiate with burial to follow at Kasson Cemetery.
Jonathan was born November 26, 1985 at Green Bay, son of David and Jean Ley 
Geiger. Jonathan was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, Askeaton.
Survivors include his parents, his paternal grandparents, Bernard and Katherine 
Geiger of Brillion; his maternal grandparents, Don and Ann Ley of Greenleaf; his 
maternal great grandmother, Erma Heimerl of DePere and many aunts and uncles 
also survived.
Private visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 9:30 am until 
the hour of service. Wieting Funeral Home of Brillion is assisting the family 
with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., March 21, 1986 page 17


JOSEPH GEIGER    (d. 1921)

The remains of Joseph Geiger, who died suddenly after a day's work in the Northern 
Hospital, was taken to the home of his wife's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wittman, 
and was buried from there Monday from the Kasson Catholic church.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 12, 1921 P. 5


JOSEPH GEIGER    (d. 2015)

Joseph Norvin Geiger, age 83, of Brillion, died unexpectedly of a massive stroke 
on Friday, April 24, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton. He was born on 
May 20, 1931 in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Frank and Mary (Dvorachek) 
Geiger. He married Lorraine Gregorie on September 15, 1956 at St. John the Baptist 
Church in St. John. Joe served in the US Army from 1953 – 1955. After his military 
service he came back and worked the family farm and was a maintenance journeyman 
at the Brillion Iron Works, retiring in 1996. Joe enjoyed hunting on his own land 
with his family and gathering sap for maple syrup from the trees in his yard and 
in his wood, playing sheepshead and cribbage with family and friends and traveling 
and taking cruises with Lorraine. He loved family gatherings at the farm with his 
wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Joe was an active member of Holy Family Parish in Brillion where he volunteered as 
an usher, a funeral mass service, served on the cemetery committee and was caretaker 
for Kasson Holy Trinity Cemetery. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 
126 of Brillion, where he served as chaplain and was the Honor Guard Commander for 
15 years. He was a long time member of the West Maple Grove Hunting club.
During his retirement, Joe volunteered for the Meals on Wheels program for 16 years 
and also worked at the MG Recycling Center.
Survivors include his wife, Lorraine, his children, Allan Geiger of Green Bay, Laurie 
(Mike) Kirkpatrick of Greenville, Tom (Mary Kay) Geiger of Brillion, a daughter-in-law, 
Jane Geiger of Courtland, OH; 14 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; two sisters, 
Alice (Joe) Hoyer of Brillion; Audrey O’Neil of Green Bay; a brother, Ray (Shirley) 
Geiger of Brillion and many other relatives and friends.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Steve; two brothers and a sister-in-
law , Francis Geiger, Harold (Lorraine) Geiger and a brother-in-law, Joe O’Neil.  
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 29 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy 
Family Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Timothy Brandt will officiate. Burial will 
be in Kasson Holy Trinity Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and then again at the church on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 
10:30 a.m. There will be a parish prayer service at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening. 
Military Honors will take place immediately following mass on Wednesday at the church. 
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Joe’s name.
Manitowoc Herald Times – April 27, 2015 


MARY GEIGER    (d. 1938)

Mrs. Mary Geiger, 71, of route 1, Brillion, died suddenly of a heart 
attack Saturday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Cummings, 
in Chicago. Mrs. Geiger, who had gone to Chicago last week with her 
daugheter, Lena, on a visit, was seated in a chair conversing when 
stricken. 
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Mary’s 
Catholic church, Brillion. There will be a solemn high mass. Interment 
will be in the Kasson Catholic cemetery.
Mrs. Geiger, nee Mary Bruehle??, was born in Milwaukee in 1866 and when 
a girl her parents located at Darboy, Outagamie county. In 1887 she was 
married to John Geiger and they located on the homestead farm near 
Brillion. Mr. Geiger died in 1923.
Mrs. Geiger was a member of the Christian Mothers of the Holy Trinity 
church, Kasson.
Survivors are six daughters, Mrs. Richard Lornson, Menasha, Mrs. Fred 
Cummings, Chicago, Mrs. Oscar Rappe, Sheboygan, Mrs. Frank Pritzl, city, 
Mrs. William Fischer and Miss Lena Geiger, Brillion; five sons, George, 
Henry, Edward, John and Emory, all of Brillion; brother, Anton, Menasha; 
24 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
The body was brought to Brillion last night from Chicago and may be viewed 
at the Geiger home on route 1, Brillion. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 24, 1938  P. 2
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(Note: Birth year in obit doesn't match tombstone)


MARY GEIGER    (d. 1992)

Mary F. Geiger, 89, of San Luis Manor, Green Bay, formerly of Reedsville, died 
Tuesday, December 8, 1992, at the Manor after a brief illness.
Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. on Friday, December 11, 1992, at St Mary 
Catholic Church, Reedsville, Father Nicholas Johannes officiating with burial 
at Holy Trinity Cemetery at Kasson. 
She was born March 22, 1903, in the town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late 
Joseph and Frances Burich Dvorachek. She was married to Frank Geiger on 
October 19, 1926, in Reedsville. She farmed in the town of Maple Grove until 
1958, when she moved to Reedsville. She was a member of St Mary's Catholic Church, 
Reedsville, a Charter Member of St. Mary's Christian Mothers, Brillion, the St. 
Anne's Alter Society of Reedsville, the Catholic Knights Branch 83 of Brillion 
and was president of San Luis Manor Resident Council of Green Bay. 
Survivors are two daughters and sons-in-law Alice and Joe Hoyer, Brillion, Audrey 
and Joe O'Neil, Green Bay; three sons and daughters-in-law, Harold and Lorraine 
Geiger, Reedsville, Joe and Lorraine Geiger, Raymond and Shirley Geiger, all of 
Brillion; twenty one grandchildren, twenty five great grandchildren; one brother 
and sister-in-law, Adolph and Caroline Dvorachek, Reedsville; five sisters-in-law, 
Rose Dvorachek, Milda Dvorachek and Rose Geiger, all of Brillion, Adela Dvorachek, 
Whitelaw, Cecelia Pritzl, Manitowoc; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Oscar 
and Grace Rappel, Sheboygan. Her husband Frank preceded her in death on December 1, 
1935. Also preceding is one son, Francis in 1958; two grandchildren; two great 
grand-children; four brothers, Joe, John, Frank and Steve.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4-9 p.m. on Thursday 
and on Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. and at the church from 9 a.m. until 
the time of service. The St. Anne's Alter Society Rosary will be at 7:45 p.m., 
followed by the Parish Vigil at 8:15 p.m. on Thursday.
The Geiger family extends a special thanks to the staff and volunteers of San Luis 
Manor for the tender loving care given to Mary.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Dec. 9, 1992 
(Sent in by family researcher/see contributors page)


MONICA F. GEIGER

Monica Anna Francis (Kopidlansky) Geiger, age 85, a resident 
of Brillion, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007, 
while visiting her brother in Florida. 
She was born on Nov. 28, 1921, daughter of the late Albert 
and Mary (Radey) Kopidlansky. She married Norbert B. Geiger 
on Aug. 12, 1942 at St. Patrick Church in Maple Grove. He 
preceded her in death on Aug. 6, 1966. She farmed in the 
town of Brillion until 1988. She was a member of Holy Family 
Catholic Church, Brillion, the Christian Mothers, the KP 
Homemakers, the Catholic Women's Club, and also served as 
president of the Carmelites. Monica loved spending time with 
her children and grandchildren, attending their many activities. 
She also enjoyed her many outings with numerous other relatives 
and friends. Many of her days were spent volunteering at her 
church. She liked gardening, farming, feeding the birds, playing 
cards, following her favorite sports teams, red wine, and 
sharing her kolaches. But most of all she loved the Lord. 
Survivors include her children, grandchildren and great-
grandchildren: James and Betty Geiger; Cathy (Eric) Pagel; 
(Ashley and Alex Pagel); Holly (Matthew) Brick; James Geiger II 
and John Geiger; Sandra and Michael J. Siehr, Sarah, Gabriel and 
Laura Siehr; Norbert and Colette Geiger Jr.; Joshua Geiger; 
Melissa (Andrew) Ott and Kayla Geiger, Randy and Rosalie Geiger, 
Corey Geiger (fiance: Krista Knigge); and Angela (Nate) Zwald; 
Dennis and the late Barbara Schmitz, Camilla Schmitz, Matthew 
Schmitz (Justine and Alicia Schmitz), Tiffany Schmitz and Andrew 
Schmitz, Michael and Karen Geiger, Andrea, Megan and Erik Geiger, 
Martha and Earl Haag, Zachary, Jacob and Lucas Haag, Monica and 
Anthony Schmidt; Olivia (Ryan) O'Keefe; Taylor (Katie) Schmidt, 
(Malachi Schmidt), Monika (Nathan) Behnke and Anna Schmidt; Paul 
and Karen Geiger; Brandi (Tim) Trace; (Karter and Cale Trace), 
Adriane (Jeff) Thiel, (Rayna Thiel) and Robbie Kruse; Albert 
and Kay Lynn Geiger; Brooke, April and Breanna Geiger; Mary Ann 
and Steve Piepenburg; Miranda, Mitchell and Michelle Piepenburg; 
Simon and Rhonda Geiger, Adam, Stephanie and Philip Geiger; two 
sisters: Marge (Isadore) Brandl and Judy (Leonard) Denor; two 
brothers: Victor (Diana) Kopidlansky and Paul Kopidlansky; six 
sisters-in-law and eight brothers-in-law: Mary Kopidlansky; Ginny 
Chasensky; Hilaria Dvorachek; Bernard and Kathryn Geiger, Daniel 
and Beverly Geiger, Joseph Juckem; Elmer and Bernice Geiger; 
Michael and Delores Diny; Allen and Rita Wittmann; and Albert 
Brick. Also surviving are godchildren: Janet Geiger Juckem; 
Darlene Dvorachek Zirngibl; and Mary Jo Kopidlansky Haese.
She was preceded in death by a son: Gerald; a daughter: Barbara 
Schmitz; a granddaughter: Hannah Geiger; a great-grandson: 
Kean O'Keefe; her mother-in-law and father-in-law: Daniel and 
Ida Geiger Sr.; three sisters: Ann (Ray) Chasensky; Mary (Elmer) 
Reindl; and Catherine Kopidlansky; three brothers: Frank (Marge) 
Kopidlansky, Albert (Mary) Kopidlansky and Edward (Patricia) 
Kopidlansky; also preceded are three sisters-in-law: Joan 
Kopidlansky; Ida Juckem; and Germaine Brick; a brother-in-law: 
Edward Dvorachek, as well as a godchild: William Brandl. 
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, 
Feb. 19, 2007, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The 
Rev. Mathew Simonar will officiate. Burial will be in the Kasson 
Cemetery. 
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion on 
Sunday, Feb. 18 from 3 to 8 p.m. and again at the church on 
Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass. 
Memorial funds have been established in Monica's name. 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 17, 2007 


NORBERT B. GEIGER

Norbert B. Geiger, 46, of R. 1. Brillion, father of 12, died suddenly at 
his home Saturday following a heart attack. 
He was born June 6, 1920, at Brillion, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel 
Geiger Sr., and was married Aug. 12, 1942, to Monica Kopidlansky.
They operated a farm north of Brillion.
He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Brillion, the Holy Name 
Society, was a Brillion township supervisor at the time of his death, a 
member of the National Farmers Organization and the Brillion school 
building committee.
Surviving are his wife; five daughters, (private); seven sons, (private); 
his mother, Mrs. Daniel Geiger Sr., Brillion; five sisters, Mrs. Edward 
Dvorchek, Reedsville, Mrs. Joseph Juckem, Chilton, Mrs. Michael Diny, 
Hollandtown, and Mrs. Allen Wittman and Mrs. Albert Brick, both of Brillion; 
and three brothers, Bernard, Daniel Jr., and Elmer, all of Brillion. A son 
preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be held at the Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, at 
10 a.m. Tuesday and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church with Msgr. Orville 
Griese, pastor, the celebrant of the requiem Mass. Burial will be in Kasson 
Cemetery, rural Brillion.
Friends may call until the hour of services. The rosary will be at 8 o’clock 
tonight. 
Sheboygan Press, August 8, 1966  P. 14


SIMON GEIGER    (d. 1921)

Simon P. Geiger, an old and respected citizen of Maple Grove died at his home 
last Monday at the age of 74 years. Deceased was born in Germany and came to 
America with his parents in 1856, settling in Menasha. Three years later the 
family moved to the farmstead north of this city where Mr. Geiger has lived 
since and which is now owned by his son, Dan Geiger. The decedent is survived 
by the widow and five sons and four daughters.  
The sons are John of Cosco, Andrew, Peter, Dan and Robert of the town of 
Brillion, Mrs. Chas Giese of Maple Grove, Mrs. Vogel of Newton, Mrs. Henry Brill 
of Appleton and Mrs. Tim Brantmeyer of Galesburg. One brother, John of Maple 
Grove and two sisters, Mrs. Hopfensberger of Appleton and Mrs. Schrage of Menasha 
also survive.  
The funeral took place yesterday from the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. Gerthans 
officiating.  The funeral was attended by the Catholic Knights of which he was a 
member. 
Brillion News – April 15, 1921
********
News article
News has just reached us that fire destroyed two of Simon Geiger's barns this 
morning. The fire started in an old log barn, cause unknown, and the structure 
stood about 50 feet from a large new barn, stocked with this year's harvest and 
hay. Sparks from the smaller building lodged on the new barn and got into the 
grain and this building with contents was also completely destroyed.
Brillion news, Fri., Aug. 16, 1912


SIMON P. GEIGER    (d. 1898)

Sim Geiger, Jr. died Wednesday morning after an illness of about a week. He 
took sick in church Monday of last week and became seriously ill the next day. 
He was sixteen years of age and had many friends here who extend their heartfelt 
sympathy in the bereaved parents. The funeral services were held today at the 
Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. Father C?? officiating. The Catholic Knight of 
Brillion attended the funeral in a body.
Brillion News, Dec. 1, 1898


STEVEN J. GEIGER    (d. 1990)

Steven Joseph Geiger, 33, of 721 Emery Street, Longmont, Colorado, formerly of 
Brillion, died Wednesday, September 12, in Colorado, following an automobile 
accident. Funeral services were held Monday at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 
Brillion. Burial was in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson. 
He was born June 20, 1957 in Green Bay, son of Joe and Lorraine Gregoire Geiger. 
He married Mary Jane Palivoda on April 30, 1987 in Longmont. He was employed by 
the R.J.C. Construction Company of Bolder, Colorado. He was a member of St. John 
the Baptist Church in Longmont.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Jane; a daughter, Krista Lauren at home; his 
parents, Joe and Lorraine Geiger of Brillion; paternal grandmother, Mary Geiger 
of Green Bay; his maternal grandmother, Emma Gregoire of Hilbert; his father-in-
law, Michael Palivoda of Mecca, Ohio; three sisters, Laurie Geiger and special 
friend, Mike of Appleton; Lisa Geiger of Appleton; his godchild, Sara Geiger at 
home; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Allan at home, Tom and Mary Kay of 
Brillion, Kevin and Sue of Reedsville; two brothers-in-law, Frank and Mike 
Palivoda, Andover, Ohio; four sisters-in-law, Sondra Schmidt of Cohasset, Ma., 
Anna Palivoda of Buffalo, New York, Theresa Palivoda of Cleveland, Ohio, Elizabeth 
Palivoda of Mecca, Ohio; two nieces, Nichole and Tara Geiger of Brillion; four 
nephews, Nathan Geiger of Brillion, Harrison and Alexander Schmidt of Cohasset, 
Ma., David Palivoda of Buffalo, New York, many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was 
preceded in death by two grandfathers, two uncles, two aunts and two cousins.
He left us without a chance to say goodbye, so we will treasure his last visit 
with us until we meet him again. We love you Steve.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Sept. 19, 1990


EARL GIESE

Earl J. Giese, age 86, of 23617 Hwy. K., Brillion, died on Tuesday, April 17, 
2001 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay.
He was born June 23, 1914 in the town of Maple Grove, son of the late Charles 
and Theresa (Geiger) Giese. On November 13, 1946 he married Lorraine Clavers at 
St. Mary's in Brillion. Earl farmed in the town of Maple Grove most of his life. 
He enjoyed wood working, music and playing cards. He was a member of Holy Family 
Parish, Brillion, the Knights of Columbus, and the Cathlic Knights.
Survivors include his wife Lorraine; a daughter Marian (Michael) Schuh, Brillion; 
three sons, Roman (Sandra) Giese, Brillion; Gary (Kim) Giese, De Pere; Gerald 
(Barb) Giese, Brillion; eight grandchildren: Susan and Sandra Yassin, Michelle 
and matt Giese, Justin and Jessie Giese, Jonathon and Lucas Giese; one sister 
Cora (Arthur) Grall, Whitelaw, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded 
in death by his parents, a sister, Mary Frelich, and a brother, Roman.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 20, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy 
Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Tom Long will officiate. Burial will 
be at Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion on Thursday, from 4 to 
8 p.m. and at the church on Friday, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass. He 
will be a parish prayer service at 7:45 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Herald Times Reporter, April 19, 2001  Pl A6


ROMAN H. GIESE

CRASH VICTIM DIES SATURDAY 
Injuries Sustained in Auto Accident Fatal to Roman Giese
Roman Giese, 19, Whitelaw, died late Saturday night at the Holy Family 
hospital of injuries suffered in an accident early Friday morning on 
Highway 10 near the west limits of Whitelaw. His car turned over in the 
ditch, after being in collision with a car diven by Arnold Vogel, 21, 
Branch.
Giese died without regaining consciousness. He sustained a brain concussion, 
a broken leg and internal injuries.
Funeral services for the young man, who was employed in his father’s tavern 
at Whitelaw, will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Kasson Catholic 
church. Interment will be in the church cemetery. 
County authorities announced there will probably be no inquest. 
Vogel, who brought Giese to the hospital here after the accident, reported 
to Sheriff Hiller that the accident happened when Giese’e car swerved into 
the path of his machine. Both cars were bound east into Whitelaw. Each driver 
was alone in his car. 
Roman Giese, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Giese, was born on a farm five 
miles northeast of Brillion in the town of Maple Grove.
Survivors are the parents; a brother Earl, and two sisters, Cora and Lena, 
all at home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 8, 1936  P. 3


FRANCIS GILL

TAKEN BY DEATH
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. James Gill died last Friday. The funeral 
was held Monday from the Catholic Church at Kasson.
Brillion News, Fri., Dec. 13, 1912


MARY GILL

Guill - The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. James Guill of Maple Grove died 
last Saturday and the funeral took place Tuesday at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus officiating.
Brillion News - Fri., Jan. 8, 1915 


CATHRINE HICKEY

Notes From Maple Grove:
Mrs. Daniel Hickey, one of the early settlers of this town, died Saturday 
morning at the home of her son. James Hickey, who resides in the vicinity of 
Kasson. The decedent was born in Ireland 95 years ago. She with her husband 
and family of grown-up children came to America and settled on a farm in this 
town about 40 years ago. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Herman Werner 
of Brillion; two sons, John Hickey of Brillion and Jas. Hickey of Maple Grove. 
She was highly esteemed by all who made her acquaintance. The funeral took place 
Monday from the Catholic church at Kasson. Rev. Father Spranger officiating. 
Her remains were laid to rest beside the grave of her husband, who preceded 
her in the passage beyond the skies by 26 years.
Manitowoc Pilot, July 13, 1905 p.8
********
(1870 Maple Grove twp. census:
Daniel Hickey age 52; Cathrine 52; James 24; Daniel 20)
********
(1900 Maple Grove twp. census:
John Hickey age 60; son John 26; son Deny 22; Thressa 21; mother Katrine 88
********
Name  Catherine Daly Hickey     
Gender  Female    
Death Date  08 Jul 1905    
Death Place  Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin    
Age  96    
Birth Date  1809    
Birthplace  Ireland    
Occupation  Housewife    
Race  White    
Marital Status  Widowed    
Spouse's Name  Daniel Hickey    
Father's Name  Tim Daley     
Father's Birthplace  Ireland    
Mother's Name  Smith     
Mother's Birthplace  Ireland    
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch 
citing Kasson Catholic Cemetery, Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co. 


DAVID JOHN HOYER

David John Hoyer, age 46, of 21107 Man-Cal Road, Reedsville, passed away on 
Sunday, July 14, 2013 as a result of an accident.
Dave was born on December 8, 1966 in Green Bay, son of William "Bill" & Germaine 
(Schuh) Hoyer. He was a graduate of Reedsville High School, class of 1985. On 
June 26, 1998 Dave married Connie (Thiel) Lund at Peace Lutheran Church in 
Oshkosh. He was a lifelong farmer and partner of Hoyer DEW Farms with his dad 
and brothers. Dave enjoyed hunting, being on the water boating and fishing, trap 
shooting, bowling and fantasy football. Dave also was a mentor and a natural 
teacher. He loved supporting youth groups at church, supporting youth hunts, and 
sharing his knowledge with the younger generation. His talents included gardening, 
cooking, and spotting the most comfortable chair in a place. Dave was a member of 
Faith Lutheran Church in Valders and West Maple Grove and Reedsville Sportsmen's 
Clubs. 
Survivors include his wife of 15 years, Connie of Reedsville; children Megan and 
Sara Lund, both of Oshkosh, and Roberta "Bobbie" Lund, at home; his parents Bill 
and Germaine of Brillion; his siblings Ann (Craig) Kimmel of Reedsville, Connie 
(Roland) Neal of McAllen, TX, Diane (Amy Kanan) Hoyer of Sumter, SC, Ed (Jerri) 
of Menchalville, Julie (special friend Mark Owens) of Brillion, William (special 
friend Karoline Jensen) of Brillion, and sister and goddaughter Mary Krepline of 
Brillion; his father-in-law Jim Thiel of Hilbert; his in-laws Joe (Mary) Thiel of 
Oshkosh, Frank (Faith) Thiel of Reedsville, Terry (Bruce) Thomas of Oshkosh, Sandy 
(Curtis) Dixon of Winneconne, Carl Thiel (special friend Janie Williams) of Crystal 
Lake, Tony (Amy) Thiel of Stockbridge, Judy Price (special friend Bart Slye) of 
Green Bay, Jeff (Adriane) Thiel of Little Chute, Mary (Jarrod) Sandoval of Pueblo, 
CO, and Anne (Dave) Ruby of Oshkosh; 36 nieces and nephews including his other 
godchildren Christopher Kimmel, Claire Sandoval, Kyle Hoyer, and Ian Krepline; 
many other relatives, and many friends. 
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, his mother-in-law Joan (Propson) Thiel, 
one infant brother-in-law Edward Thiel, and other relatives. 
Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 19, 2013 at Faith 
Lutheran Church in Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Erica 
Cunningham. Private burial will take place at Kasson Holy Trinity Cemetery, town 
of Maple Grove. 
The family would like to express thanks to the community around them, so many who 
have offered to help with the various farm tasks and for all of your supportive 
gestures. No set of words adequately shows our appreciation.
www.wieting-funeralhome.com
Brillion News – July, 2013


EDWARD HOYER

Edward Hoyer, 56, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon 
at the farm home in the Town of Maple Grove, following a heart attack.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Reedsville Funeral 
Home, with burial in the Kasson Cemetery.
He was born in Maple Grove in 1898, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Hoyer. 
He was always engaged in farming. Surviving are a son, Edward of Maple Grove; 
three brothers, Anton, John and David of Maple Grove; and a sister, Mrs. 
Edward Chupita of Brillion.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 1 p.m. Friday, where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. Friday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 1, 1954  P. 14


JOSEPH P. HOYER

Joseph Hoyer, son of Peter Hoyer, died at his home last Sunday at the age of 
a little over 18 years. The funeral was held yesterday from the Kasson Catholic 
Church, interment being in the Catholic Cemetery, Rev. Garthaus officiating. 
The cause of death was meningitis. The funeral was a very large one, the young 
man being widely known and popular. Much sympathy is expressed for the bereaved 
parents. 
Brillion News – November 17, 1912 


MARGARETHA HOYER

Mrs. Peter Hoyer of Maple Grove died last Friday at the age of 36 years. The 
funeral took place Monday, Rev. Garthaus officiating, interment being in the 
Kasson Catholic cemetery. Decedent was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Fritsch 
of Dorchester, and is survived by a sorrowing husband and seven children.  
Brillion News, September 11, 1908
********
Notes From Maple Grove:
On Friday of last week Mrs. Peter Hoyer of Maple Grove passé away after a short 
illness aged 36 years. Deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Fritch former 
residents of this place. She is survived by her husband and nine children. The 
funeral was held Tuesday morning from the Kasson Catholic church, Rev. Gralius 
officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot, September 10, 1908
******
Notes From Kasson
Mrs. Peter Hoyer died last Friday and was buried here on Monday. Rev. Garthous of 
Brillion performed the last sad rites. The decedent was a daughter of Anton Fritch 
now of Antigo. She is survived by a husband and seven children.
Manitowoc Pilot, September 10, 1908
********
(Notes on Fritsch family from researcher/see contributors page.)
Margaret. Margaret Hoyer was the daughter of Anton Fritsch and Anna
Marquardt/Manotte/Marquartte/Marquois/Marque/Mome/Martward. Her 
last name had different spelling on every document I found. Anton is the 
brother of Charley Fritsch and the son of Andreas Fritsch.


PETER HOYER

PETER HOYER DIES AT GROVE 
Maple Grove Man To Be Buried Saturday Morning 
Peter Hoyer, 73, a resident of Maple Grove since 1866, died Wednesday at 
the home of his sons, William and Anton, in that town. Funeral arrangements 
will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. from the Kasson Catholic church with burial 
in the adjoining cemetery. 
The deceased was born in Milwaukee in 1861, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph 
Hoyer. He moved with his parents to Maple Grove when a boy. He was married 
there in 1890 to Margaret Fritsch. She preceded him in death 25 years ago. 
He located at Brillion after retiring from farm work and made his home there 
for 10 years. A short time ago he returned to Maple Grove to make his home 
with his unmarried sons.
He is survived by five sons, William, Anton, John, Edward and David, all of 
Maple Grove; two daughters, Mrs. Mary Tennent of Chicago and Mrs. Margaret 
Chupita of Cooperstown, and three sisters, Mrs. Barbara Marsh and Mrs. Mary 
Warner of Chicago and Mrs. Anton Fritsch of Brillion. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 30, 1934  P. 2


RAYMOND C. HOYER

The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Hoyer was buried at the Kasson 
Catholic Cemetery on Friday of last week.
Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 21, 1900


OTTILIA KABAT

Mrs. Adella Kabat(sic), wife of Mr. Wenzel Kabat, died last Sunday afternoon 
at 2 o'clock after a long illness. She had struggled against the dread disease 
consumption for years and her death has been not unexpected.  
Deceased was born in 1876, and was married in 1898, and has lived with her 
husband since then on his farm near our city. She is a daughter of Mr. and 
Mrs. Jos. Miller.  
She is survived by one child three years and her husband. Her kind and motherly 
character, and her patience and fortitude in suffering endeared her to all who 
knew her, and the funeral which was held last Tuesday at Holy Trinity Church, 
Kasson, was a large one, many friends and neighbors assembling to pay the last 
tribute of love to the memory of the departed dead.
Brillion News, Jan 3, 1902


ELISABETH KLEIBER    (d. 1898)

DIED-
At her home in Maple Grove last Wednesday, Mrs. Michael Kleiber, at an age of 
76 years. A son and daughter survive her. The funeral services were held today 
at Cato. The Brilion Lodge of Catholic Knights attended the funeral in a body.
Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 16, 1898


ELISABETH KLEIBER    (d. 1935)

MRS. KLEIBER DEATH SUNDAY 
83-Year-Old Woman Will Be Buried On Wednesday 
Mrs. John Kleiber Sr., 83, died Sunday night at the home of her son Paul, 
on a farm two miles from Brillion. She suffered a stroke a little over a 
week ago.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Elizabeth Wurasheutz, was born in 
Austria in 1831 and when a child came to America with her parents. They 
located near Brillion. She was married to John Kleiber Sr., in 1870, and 
they located on a farm. Mr. Kleiber died 17 years ago. Since then the farm 
has been conducted by the sons and Mrs. Kleiber made her home with them. 
Survivors are four sons, John, Joseph, Michael and Paul, all of Brillion; 
23 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. 
Funeral services will be Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the Catholic church at 
Kasson. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 28, 1935  P. 2


ESTHER KLEIBER

Called by Death
Kleiber
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mich. Kleiber died last Saturday. The funeral 
took place Monday, Rev. Garthaus conducting the services. High mass was read. 
Interment was in the Catholic Cemetery at Kasson.
Brillion News - Fri., July 23, 1915 


JOHN KLEIBER

FORMER MEMBER OF COUNTY BOARD DIES, AGED 68
John Kleiber, Sr., Is Dead at His Home In Maple Grove
John Kleiber, Sr., pioneer resident of Maple Grove and for twelve 
years a member of the county board form that town, died at his home 
Monday and funeral services were held today from Trinity church at 
Kasson. 
Mr. Kleiber was well known throughout the county and his election 
for twelve consecutive terms as member of the county board testified 
to his popularity in his home section. Deceased was born in Hungary 
in 1854 and came here with his parents at the age of four years, 
having resided here since. For years he was one of the prosperous and 
substantial farmers of his town. Besides a widow he is survived by 
four children, John at Maple Grove; Joseph of Reedsville; Michael of 
Brillion and Paul of Maple Grove. One sister, Mrs. Joseph W? also 
survives. Mr. Kleibert was a charter member of Reedsville court, 
Catholic Knights.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, March 13, 1918, Page 1
*********
John Kleiber Sr., one of the oldest settlers here, died 
last Monday after being ill almost all winter. A wife and 
four sons, John, Joe, Mike and Paul survive. The funeral 
was held Wednesday at the Holy Trinity Catholic church at 
Kasson. 
Those from out of town who attended are as follows: Mr. 
and Mrs. Schwertzbauer, Mr. and Mrs. G. Blacher, Mrs. Bushy, 
Mrs. Kelly, John Sanover, Mrs. George Ecker Sr., Lawrence 
Siskey and brother of Menasha; Mr. and Mrs. Martin Brunnecker, 
John Ecker, George Ecker and Mrs. Doetchenger of Birnamwood; 
Mrs. Busse of Linhust; Mrs. Paul Hahn of Tigerton; Mrs. 
Frank Moser and and Rose Kleiber of Manitowoc; Elizabeth 
Kleiber of Collins and George Kleiber of Plymouth.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, March 15, 1918, Page 8


PAUL KLEIBER

Paul Kleiber, 77, of Brillion, died Sunday at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, 
after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Wieting Funeral Home, and at 
10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. Orville Griese 
will officiate and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery.
Mr. Kleiber was born Jan. 28, 1888, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late 
John and Elizabeth Wurashutz Kleiber. He farmed in the Town of Maple Grove until 
retirement when he moved to Brillion. He never married. Four brothers preceded 
him in death.
The Rosary will be recited at 8 o’clock this Monday evening at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 27, 1965  P. 11


RALPH KLEIBER

Maple Grove
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Kleiber who died Sunday at Brillion 
was buried at Kasson Tuesday.
Brillion News - Fri., Apr. 10, 1914


WENDOLIN KLEIBER

This was copied exactly as it was written by Mary Weins Kleiber including the many 
misspellings.
Wendolin Kleiber immigrated from Burbach Hungary Germany in 1854, with his 
brother Andrew, son Michael and his wife Elizabeth (nee) Puser and their son 
John who was 4 years ol, they had two daughters born in America namely Maery 
who married John Geiger and Elizabeth who married Joseph Weins.
On their way from New York to Menasha they were divided in several groups and 
Andrew Kleiber was lost from his group on the trip from New York.
----tried several times to losat(locate) him but never heard a word from him to 
this day.
A year later they had landed in Menasha and established a home in Manitowoc 
county Maple Grove township and 3 miles east of Brillion named Spring Creek at 
the time Wendelin Kleiber died at the age of 81 years.
He was the first man buried in the Kason Catholic cemetery there was no church 
there at the time it was all weeds later on they build a little meeting house 
where they would meet on Sundays for prayer.
He was buried in a log casket, there caclostedt(closest) tradeing post was 
Menasha which was a 4 day trip by oxen, so they hollowed out a log and he was 
buried in it.
John Kleiber grandson of Wendolin who married Elizabeth Wurashitz she immigrated 
kn the year 1856 with her parents at the age of six years on a sail nboat and 
where on the ocean 6 weeks.
When they were on the ocean 2 weeks her one and one half year old brother John 
died but her mother wanted him buried on land so none of them reported his death 
but after a few days it was traced and they had to consent to an ocean burial,
being packed in straw in a barrel the following day they noticed the straw floating 
on the ocean, this allmost caused the mothers death, she had been a widew with 2 
sons George and Joe Ecker when she married Paul Wurashitz and they had six children 
and Elizabeth was the only child with the 2 sons of a former marrage she allso 
inherited small vineyard whuich had gone to rain but after a few years of laber 
it preved a success to Paul he had to build large tanks that used laddews to get 
the grapes in these tanks but his father got jealous of him and wished him no good 
so they decided to sell the vineyard and sailed for America.
Paul Vurasitz was a talented story teller and zither player he lead the prayer 
meeting at the Kassen church untuil they were able to have a priest come once a 
month from the Reedsville parish.
His stepson George Eahr married Amay Weins and Joe married Elizabeth Moser
His daughter Elizabeth married John Kleiber and they had 5 sons
John who married Frances Miller
Frank "   "      Frances Pritzl
Joseph "  "      Louisa Pritzl
Michael "  "     Mary Weins
Paul

Kleiber
Wendolin Died at age 81  infirmity
Michael   "    "  "  65  Pneumonia
Wife  Elizabeth Puser " " "  76  Apoplexy

Paul Wurashitz
Wife Elizabeth Delp "  "  " 80  Infirmity

John Kleiber  "  "  "67  Crossis Liver

Elizabeth Wurashitz  "  "  "  83  Paralitic Stroke

Children of John Kleiber 5 sons
John    Died   age   68  Cancer of eyesdness
Frank    "      "    63  Heart failure
Paul     "      "    77  Cancer stomach & liver

Children of Michael 1 son 3 daughters
Ralph died 10 days old   1915
Esther "    3 hours      191-
Gertrude
Joan
Michael Kleiber died  Feb 2, 1943
Mary Kleiber wife
Daughter Gertrude
Daughter Joan 
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page) 


AUDRY KRUEGER

Mrs. Robert Krueger, 22, of Rt. 2, Brillion, died Monday afternoon at St. Mary 
Hospital, Green Bay. She had been ill with dropsy in recent months.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the Luecker Funeral Home, 
Brillion and 9 a.m. at the St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Raymond 
Schauer will officiate and burial will be in the Kasson Cemetery.
She was born Audrey(sic) Fritsch November 9, 1932 in Maple Grove, daughter of Mr. 
and Mrs. Leonard Fritsch. In May 6, 1950, she was married to Robert Krueger. They 
located in Maple Grove where her husband is employed as a cheesemaker. She was 
a member of St. Mary Congregation.
Survivors are her husband; son, David; two daughters, Donna Mae and Beverly Louise 
at home; mother, Mrs. Leonard Fritsch of Manitowoc; two brothers, Eugene of 
Reedsville and Wallace of Brillion. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 
p.m. Wednesday where the rosary will be recited Wednesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 21, 1955 page 15


BERTHA MANCOSKE

Kasson:
The Angel of Death has once more come amongst us and has picked from our midst 
the soul of Mrs. John Mankoski Jr. Death was daily expected as she was a victim 
of that dread disease consumption. Despite all the medical treatment and care 
which fond friends extended, she slowly sank to the grave. The funeral services 
took place from the Kasson Catholic Church Monday, Rev. Father Cipin officiating. 
A large concourse of sorrowing friends followed her to her final resting place. 
She leaves a husband and child to mourn her loss.
Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 27, 190


CECELIA DORSEY MANCOSKY/MANCOSKE

Mrs. Jacob Mankoske (sic), 66, of Maple Grove died this morning at St. 
Vincent’s hospital in Green Bay. She was born Sept. 19, 1879, at Morrison, 
Brown county, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Dorsey.
Following their marriage, Oct. 31, 1905, the Mankoskes ettled on the present 
farm in Maple Grove. Mr. Mankoske survives with three sons, Clement of 
Brillion; Clifford of Cato, and John at home; two daughters, Mrs. Ervin 
Maertz of Reedsville, Lavern at home; four sisters, Sister Mary Senda of 
the Notre Dame convent, Elm Grove. Mrs. Michael Mullins and Mrs. John O’Hearn 
of Reedsville and Mrs. Ellen O’Brien of Milwaukee. Twelve grandchildren also 
survive.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Luecker funeral home, 
Brillion, and at 9:30 at the St. Mary’s church, Brillion, the Rev. Raymond 
Schauer officiating. Burial will be in the Holy Trinity cemetery, Kasson. Mrs. 
Mankoske was a member of the Christian Mother’s society of the St. Mary’s 
church. The rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 12, 1945  P. 2
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Death Record (Brown Co.) (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
Cecelia Dorsey Mancosky
Age: 66 years 1 month 23 days
Born: 9-19-1876 Morrison, Brown Co., WI
Husband: Jacob Mancosky 66 years old
Father: Michael Dorsey born Ireland
Mother: Margaret Mansfield born Ireland
Burial: Kasson, WI
Death: 11-12-1945
Cause of death: cerebral hemorrhage
Contributing causes: generalized arterio sclerosis (5 years), large umbilical 
    hernia (20 years)
Usual residence: Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., WI


CLEMENT P. MANCOSKE

Clement P. Mancoske, 73, Brillion, died Monday, December 14, in Neenah, 
following a long illness. He was born December 27, 1913 in the Town of Maple 
Grove, son of the late Jacob and Celia Dorcey Mancoske. On December 27, 1939 
he married the former Marie Harlow at Maple Grove.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Mary Mancoske, 
Route 1, Greenleaf and James and Diane Mancoske, Appleto; a daughter and son-
in-law, Rita and James McConnell, Columbia, S.C.; two brothers, Clifford 
Mancoske, Manitowoc and John V. Mancoske, Denmark; two sisters, Mrs. Ervin 
(Laretta) Maertz, Reedsville and VaVerne Hein, Slinger; six grandchildren 
also survive.
He was preceded in death by his wife, December 14, 1976 and a brother. Services 
were Friday at St.Mary Catholic Church, Brillion with Father John Neuser 
officiating. Burial was at Kasson Cemetery
Denmark Press, Thursday, Dec. 24, 1987 


JACOB MANCOSKE

Jacob Mancoske, 67, Maple Grove farmer, died yesterday at a Green Bay 
hospital following a lingering illness. 
He was born in Maple Grove in 1879 and in 1905 married Miss Cecelia 
Dorsey. They located on a farm in the town. Mrs. Mancoske died in 1945.
Survivors are three sons, Clement on the home farm, Clifford of Cato 
and John of Maple Grove; two daughters, Mrs. Al Hein of Greenleaf and 
Mrs. Ervin Lucceta of Reedsville; two brothers, John of Cooperstown 
and George of DePere; four sisters, Mrs. Margaret Koehler of Suamico, 
Mrs. Margaret Gettner of Florida, Mrs. Matt Stedl of Wayside and Mrs. 
Joseph Grill of Birnamwood.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Luecker 
funeral home, Brillion, and at 10 o’clock at the St. Mary’s Catholic 
church, Brillion. Burial will be in the Kasson cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 14, 1947  P. 2


MARIE E. MANCOSKE    (d. 1976)

Mrs. Clement (Marie) Mancoske, 61, of 133 Center St., Brillion, died Tuesday 
at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay following a short illness. 
She was born October 17, 1915 in Chilton, a daughter of the late George and 
Mary Rebrauer Harlow. She married Clement Mancoske December 17, 1939 in Maple 
Grove. A graduate of the Manitowoc County Normal School, she received her 
teaching degree from Silver Lake College.
Mrs. Mancoske taught in the Manitowoc County School system for five years and 
for the past 18 years was a teacher at St. Mary School, Brillion.
She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion and the church’s Christian 
Mother’s Society.
Mrs. Mancoske is survived by her husband, a daughter, Mrs. James (Rita) McConnell, 
August, Ga.; two sons, Robert, Rt. 1, Greenleaf and James, Menasha; six grand-
children; two sisters, Mrs. Charles Gibbs, Neenah and Mrs. Dorothy Kouba, Two 
Rivers; two brothers, Jerome, Hob Sound, Fla., and Claude, Two Rivers. Two brothers 
preceded her in death.
A funeral mass will be offered 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Mary Catholic Church, 
Brillion, preceded by brief family rites at 10 a.m. at the Wieting Funeral home, 
Brillion. Rev. Raymond Dowling will be celebrant of the Mass. Burial will be in 
the Kasson Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3:30 p.m. Thursday 
until the time of services Friday. A wake service will be held at the funeral home 
at 7:30 p.m. Thursday.
Sheboygan Press – Wednesday, Dec. 15, 1976 


CATHERINE MANCOSKEY

Mrs. John Mancosky (sic), aged 74 years 11 months and well known resident 
of this community, died Friday morning at 5 o’clock. She had been ill for 
five months. She is survived by eight children, the youngest being George, 
with whom she made her home. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at 9:30 
at the St. John’s church at Morrison. Burial was held at Kasson.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 24, 1929  P. 13


JOHN MANCOSKEY

Death of Prominent Citizen
John Mankoski(sic) of Wayside, died last Sunday afternoon after a painful illness. 
He was taken down with a severe attack of appendicitis which disease finally 
brought on brain fever, culminating in death. Deceased was a prominent farmer, 
widely known and much respected by friends and neighbors.
For some time he had conducted sawing operations in connection with his farm near 
Wayside. He leaves a wife and eight children to mourn his demise. The funeral took 
place last Monday forenoon from the Catholic Church at Kasson, a large concourse 
of sorrowing friends following the body to its final abode.
Brillion News, Fri., May 30, 1902
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Mr. John Mankosky(sic), a well known citizen of Waupaca died on Sunday, May 25 of 
brain fever. He was buried the Wednesday following at the Kasson Catholic Church. 
He leaves a wife and large family to mourn his loss.
Brillion News, Fri., June 6, 1902


PETER MANKOSKIE

Kasson, Wis., April 10 - 
Peter Mancosty(sic) died Friday morning last of diphtheria. The funeral took place 
Saturday, the remains being interred in the Catholic Cemetery. The bereaved family 
have the heartfelt sympathy of all.
Brillion News, Fri., Apr. 12, 1895


ANNA MANLICK

Mrs. Anna Manlick, wife of Jos. Manlick Sr., died last Wednesday at the home 
of her son, Joseph in Maple Grove, at the age of 68 years. Decedent is survived 
by the husband and one son, Joseph, also three brothers, John Smith of Cato 
Falls, Joseph Smith of Antigo and George Smith of Auburndale. Two sisters, Mrs. 
Barbara Fritsch of Antigo and Mrs. Maggie Tuschel of Cato Falls, also survive. 
The funeral was held today, at Kasson. Rev. Garthaus conducted the funeral 
services.  
Brillion News – November 6, 1914


FRANCES MANLICK

The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Manlick of Maple Grove died last Saturday. 
The funeral was held last Tuesday, from the Catholic Church at Kasson. Rev. 
Garthaus conducting the services.  
Brillion News – January 1, 1915


JOSEPH MANLICK    (d. 1916)

Notes from West Maple Grove:
One more of the old pioneers of this vicinity departed for the world beyond when 
Joseph Manlick, aged 71, passed away at the home of his only son, Joseph, last 
Thursday evening. He was one of the first settlers of this vicinity and was well 
known in the country around.
He had been bed ridden for many months. He was buried from the Holy Trinity Church 
of Kasson at nine o'clock Saturday. Rev. Garthaus performed the solemn rites.
He is survived by one son and four grandchildren. His wife passed away two years ago.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 14, 1916
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Manlick – Jos. Manlick, a prominent retired farmer of Maple Grove, died last Wednesday 
at the age of 71 years, survived by one son, Joseph, who owns the homestead. Decedent 
was born in Germany and came to America in 1866. In 1870 he was married at Manitowoc 
to Anna Smith. The funeral takes place tomorrow (Saturday) from the Catholic Church at 
Kasson, Rev. Garthaus conducting the same.
Brillion News - Fri., Sept. 8, 1916 
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West Maple Grove
Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Rappel and Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Tuschel and children of Clarks Mills 
attended the funeral of Jos. Manlick who was buried at the Kasson Cemetery lasst Saturday.
Brillion News - Fri., Sept. 16, 1916


JOSEPH MANLICK JR.   (d. 1940)

Joseph Manlick, 61, who spent his entire life on the homestead farm in 
Maple Grove, died Saturday afternoon, following a stroke. He has been in 
poor health since November.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. from the Holy Trinity 
church at Kasson, Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Manlick was born on the homestead farm in Maple Grove in 1879 and in 
1904 married Miss Mary W_ns. The widow survives with three daughters, Mrs. 
George Schuh and Mrs. Lawrence Miller of Brillion, Mrs. Elsie Kamko of 
Fremont, Wis.; son, Frank, of Maple Grove, and 12 grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Manlick home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 29, 1940  P. 2


MARY MANLICK    (d. 1952)

Mrs. Joseph Manlich, 72, of Maple Grove, died Saturday at St. Vincent Hospital, 
Green Bay. She made her home with her son, Frank, on the homestead farm.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at the Luecker Funeral Home, 
Brillion, and at 9:30 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Raymond 
Schauer will officiate and burial will be in the Holy Trinity Cemetery at 
Kasson.
She was born Mary Weins at Rantoul, Calumet County, in 1880 and in 1904 was 
married to Mr. Manlich. They located on the Maple Grove farm. She was a member 
of the Holy Trinity Church of Kasson and the Christian Mothers. Mr. Manlich died 
several years ago.
Survivors are a son, Frank of Maple Grove; three daughters, Mrs. George Schuh and 
Mrs. Lawrence Miller of Maple Grove and Mrs. Elsford Kamke of Kaukauna; brother, 
John of Brillion; sister, Mrs. Paul Moser of Maple Grove; and 19 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Brillion funeral home until hour of services.
Manitowoc Heral Times, October 20, 1952.


CAROLINE MILLER

Mrs. Caroline Miller, 75, of Lee Avenue, Brillion, died Sunday at Holy 
Family Hospital in Manitowoc after a brief illness. 
Born Nov. 23, 1888, in the Town of Brillion, she was a daughter of the 
late Mr. and Mrs. Anton Pritzl, and was married to Kossman Miller on 
Sept. 23, 1907, at Holy Trinity Church at Kasson. Her husband died in 
May, 1942. 
She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Brillion, Christian 
Mothers Society, and Catholic Knights. 
Survivors are eight daughters, Mrs. Edward (Ottilie) Schuh, Mrs. Alex 
(Marcella) Fischer, both of Reedsville, Mrs. Raymond (Caroline) Lang, 
Mrs. William (Josephine) Schuh, and Mrs. Simon (Gertrude) Sadowski, all 
of Manitowoc, Mrs. Robert (Marian) Hanagan of Portage, Mrs. Clayton 
(Catherine) Balten of Kaukauna, Sister Mary Kosmas (Laverne) of Green Bay; 
six sons, Lawrence, Norbert, Philip, and Carl, all of Brillion, Kosmas of 
Janesville, Vincent of Rockwood; 65 grandchildren, and 31 great-grand-
children.
Also surviving are four sisters, Mrs. Anton Baldeschwiler of Thorp, Mrs. 
John Kozurik of Reedsville, Mrs. Joseph Anhalt of Cato, Mrs. Amil Hafeman 
of Appleton, and two brothers, Theodore Pritzl of Cato, William of Brillion. 
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary’s Catholic 
Church in Brillion. The Very Rev. Msgr. Orville Griese, pastor, will be 
celebrant of the requiem Mass and burial will be in the Kasson Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion from 2 p.m. Tuesday 
until 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, at the church until the services.
The rosary will be prayed 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. 
Sheboygan Press, September 14, 1964  P. 8
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Kosmus Miller(sic) and Miss Caroline Pritzl were married last Monday at Holy 
Trinity church at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus performing the marriage ceremony. The 
young couple were attended by Jos. Miller, Will Pritzl, Miss Rose Pritzl and 
Miss Lizzie Kleiber. After the ceremony a reception was held at the home of 
the bride's parents, Becker's Orchestra furnishing the festive music. Both 
young people are well known and highly esteemed families of our section and 
are themselves deservedly popular. The News extends its cordial well wishes.
Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 27, 1907


GERTRUDE L. MILLER

Miller, Gertrude L. 6523 Oakwood Rd., Brillion Age 85, went to her eternal home 
on Sunday, October 6, 2002 at Northridge Medical Center in Manitowoc surrounded 
by her family. 
She was born May 26, 1917 in Brillion, daughter of the late Leo and Margaret 
(Schuh) Schumacher. She married Norbert Miller on August 28, 1945 at St. Mary 
Catholic Church in Brillion. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church 
in Brillion, the American Legion Auxiliary in Brillion, a 50 plus years member 
of the Christian Mothers and Ladies Sodality of Holy Family Parish. 
She is survived by five sons and four daughters-in-law: Lyle, Brillion; Allan 
(Donna), Brillion; Norbert (Debra), Greenleaf; Joseph (Doris), Brillion; Paul 
(Laurie) Reedsville; four daughters and four sons-in-law: Gertrude (Gene) 
Zipperer, Reedsville; Alice (Russ) Zimmerman, Manitowoc; Jeanette (Vic) Wenzel, 
Chilton; Christine (Tom) Haelfrisch, Brillion; 26 grandchildren, seven great-
grandchildren, a sister and brother-in-law: Mary (Giles) Kane, Greenleaf; three 
brothers and sisters-in-law: Clarence (Jean) Schumacher, De Pere; Leo (Betty) 
Schumacher, Manitowoc; Charles (Mary Ann) Schumacher, Brillion; a sister-in-law, 
Marlene Schumacher, Chilton. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, 
relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norbert on 
November 10, 2001, an infant son, two brothers: Alfred and Victor, who was 
killed in World War II, and a brother-in-law, Robert Cohen. 
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 10, 2002 at Holy Family 
Catholic Church in Brillion with Father Willard Vande Loo officiating. Burial 
will be at Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery in Kasson. 
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion from 4-7:30 p.m. on 
Wednesday October 9, 2002 and then at the church Thursday from 9 a.m. until the 
time of service. The rosary will lead by the Christian Mothers at 7:30 p.m. and 
Wednesday, followed by a Prayer Vigil.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Tuesday, October 8, 2002  pg. A3 


JOSEPH MILLER    (d. 1909)

(Saturday dateline) 
Death recently in Brillion of 38-year old Joseph A. Miller.
Mr. Miller was born in Town Maple Grove in Manitowoc County and was raised there. 
For many years he worked as a teacher in our county and was one of the founders of 
the Manitowoc County Teachers’ Association. In 1904 he ran unsuccessfully on the 
Democratic Party ticket for the office of County Clerk. Later he was active in a 
Brillion business handling farm machinery. He was unmarried and is survived by his 
father and 3 brothers.
Der Nord Westen, 30 Oct. 1909
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Joseph A. Miller, the democratic nominee for the office of county clerk, 
is a native of Maple Grove, where he was born on a farm, Dec. 1, 1871. 
He prepared himself for the teacher's calling, secured a first grade 
county certificate, and taught school successfully in this county for 
twelve years. Two years ago he served as town clerk of Maple Grove. A 
year ago he quit teaching and entered into a partnership with Mr. Kleiber 
at Kasson, town of Maple Grove, under the firm name of Kleiber & Miller. 
The firm is dealing in farm machinery. Mr. Miller is thoroughly competent 
for the efficient discharge of the duties of the office; and, if elected, 
will acquit himself creditably.
The Manitowoc Pilot, October 20, 1904 p.1
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HELPED FOUND ASSOCIATION.
Jos. A. Miller, One of Organizers of Teachers' Assoc., Is Dead.
Joseph A Miller, for years one of the best known country school teachers of 
Manitowoc county and one of the founders of County Teacher's Association, died 
suddenly at Brillion where he has made his home lately. Aged 38. Mr. Miller, 
unmarried, is survived by his parents, three brothers and two sisters. After 
retiring from teaching in the country, Mr. Miller located at Kasson where he 
was associated with Jos. Kleiber in conducitng a farm machinery sales house and 
a few years ago he engage in the same business at Brillion. Mr. Miller was one 
of the first officers of the County Teachers' Association when it was organized 
fourteen years ago and was identified with the work of the society for years.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, October 18, 1909 P. 1
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The death of Joseph A. Miller Wednesday morning came as a shock to our people who, 
though knowing of his failing health, were not prepared for so sudden a demise. 
Decedent was 38 yrs. Of age, unmarried, survived by the father, three brothers, 
Michael, John and Kosmas, and two sisters, Theresa and Mrs. John Kleiber, Jr. 
For many years he taught school in Manitowoc Co., where the writer first became 
acquainted with him in a similar occupation, and learned to know and respect him 
as a man possessing a fine sense of honor, deep piety, and broad and liberal views 
on public questions. As a teacher he showed marked ability, and was one of the 
pioneer group of pedagogues who founded the Manitowoc Co. Teacher's Association 
some fourteen years ago. Retiring from a profession for which he was so well fitted, 
he located at Kasson, going into partnership with Jos. A. Kleiber in the farm 
machinery business. Later he came to our city engaging in the same business. The 
News extends its sincere sympathy to the bereaved family-The Brillion News.
Mr. Miller was a former Maple Grove boy and was well and favorably known in this 
city. He taught school in this county for several years and ranked high as a teacher. 
He was the Democratic candidate for county clerk in this county in 1904, but the 
ticket was defeated with the exception of Frank Zeman. The news of Mr. Miller's 
death was a shock to his acquaintances here.
Manitowoc Pilot, October 21, 1909


JOSEPH MILLER   (d. 1928)

JOSEPH MILLER DIES AT HOME IN BRILLION
Former Maple Grove Chairman and Member of Assembly Passes Away
Joseph Miller, a well known resident of Brillion passed away at his 
home there Tuesday after a lingering illness, death being due to the 
infirmities of old age. Mr. Miller was 81 years of age and was born 
in Christofsgrund, Austria, on March 6th, 1847. At the age of nine 
years he came to this country with his mother and sister and settled 
near Oconto where he worked for several years. Later he made his home 
with his sister, Mrs. Herwig in Maple Grove until he was united in 
marriage with Miss Ottilia Bauer of Oconto. The young couple continued 
to make their home on a farm in Maple Grove for many years. Mr. Miller 
was chairman of the town of Maple Grove, fifty-two years ago at the 
age of twenty-nine years. Later he became a member of the assembly and 
also served as clerk of School District No. 4 for a number of years. 
He was an active member of the Catholic Knights and Holy Name Societies 
and also held many offices in the church. Mr. Miller was a kind hearted 
man and was well liked by all who know him. He is survived by four 
children, two sons and two daughters, Mrs. John Kleiber, Jr., and Miss 
Theresa Miller, John and Kosmos Miller, all of Brillion and one sister, 
Mrs. Frances Herwig of Cudahy, who is 91 years of age. Funeral services 
will be held Friday morning at 9:30 from the St. Mary’s Catholic church 
there, Rev. August Garthaus officiating. Interment will be at the Kasson 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, August 16, 1928 Page 2


KATHERINE MILLER

Died – At the home of her parents in Kasson, on Tuesday the 9th inst., of 
consumption, Miss Katie Miller, aged 19 years; daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph 
Miller, and sister of Michael Miller of this city. The funeral was held today, 
Friday, at the home in Kasson at 10 o’clock. The Catholic Knight of this city, 
and of Reedsville, attended in a body. Mr. Miller, father of the deceased, being 
President of the Reedsville branch of the Knights. Miss Miller had been very 
enthusiastic to become proficient in teaching. She had the loved and respect not 
only of her scholars, but of all who knew her and her loss is greatly felt by all. 
Brillion News, May. 12, 1899
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Katie Miller, daughter of Hon. Jos. Miller died on Tuesday of last week after a 
lingering illness. She was 18 years of age and had commenced the work of 
teaching. She was ambitious to advance in her profession and was earnest, 
thorough and conscientious both as pupil and teacher. The remains were 
interred in the Catholic cemetery at Kasson. The funeral which took place 
Friday was very largely attended. The Brillion and the Reedsville branches 
of the C. K. of W. attended the funeral in a body, her father being president 
of the latter and her brother, secretary of the former. Most of her former 
schoolmates were also present and their tears mingled with those of the 
stricken family. She was one whom they had often sought when their little 
tasks seemed hard and never without an encouraging smile and judicious 
word of assistance being the response. Words of sympathy cannot allay the 
grief of the afflicted family but let us not forget a little gem she sometimes 
quoted. "For Life is ever Lord of Death, and Love can never lose its own."
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, May 18, 1899 pg. 7
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Card of Thanks
To all sympathizing friends who by word or deed have comforted us 
in the sad bereavement of our beloved daughter and sister, and 
especially the Reedsville and Brillion branches of the Catholic 
Knights of Wisconsin, we wish to express our sincere thanks.
Joseph Miller and family
Brillion News, Fri., May 19, 1899
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Katherine E. Miller
birth: 31 August 1881 Maple Grove, Wisconsin
death: 9 May 1899 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Wis.
residence: 1899 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wis.
father: Joseph Miller
mother: Otillia
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


KOSMAS MILLER

Kosmos(sic) Miller Is Laid To Rest After Last Rites
Brillion, Wis., Special. – Last rites for Kosmos Miller, aged 59, who
passed away early Friday morning following a heart attack while he was
working in his garden near this village, were conducted at 9 a.m.
Monday at St. Mary's Catholic Church here.  Interment was in the
Catholic cemetery north of the village.
Deceased was born in 1882, at Maple Grove and in 1907 was married to
Caroline Pritzl.  He served as clerk of the Town of Maple Grove and
was a member of the school board of that district for a number of
years. He was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin and also
the Holy  Name Society.
Fifteen children were born of this union of who 13 are still living.
Survivors are the widow; six sons, Lawrence, Vincent, Phillip and Carl
of Maple Grove, Norbert who is with the overseas forces of the U.S.
Army, and Kosmos Jr., of Janesville; eight daughters, Sister Laverne
of Holy Family convent, Silver Lake, near Manitowoc; Mrs. Alex
Fischer, Route 1, Reedsville; Mrs. Ray Lang of Manitowoc; Mrs. Ed.
Schuh of Maple Grove; Catherine, Marion, Gertrude and Josephine at
home; one sister, Mrs. Francis Kleiber of Manitowoc, and on brother,
John of Brillion.
Sheboygan Press  Tuesday, May 26, 1942  pg. 6
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Kosmus Miller(sic) and Miss Caroline Pritzl were married last Monday at Holy 
Trinity church at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus performing the marriage ceremony. The 
young couple were attended by Jos. Miller, Will Pritzl, Miss Rose Pritzl and 
Miss Lizzie Kleiber. After the ceremony a reception was held at the home of 
the bride's parents, Becker's Orchestra furnishing the festive music. Both 
young people are well known and highly esteemed families of our section and 
are themselves deservedly popular. The News extends its cordial well wishes.
Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 27, 1907


MARY MILLER

Rural Route 2:
The three day old baby of Mr. and Mrs. Kosmos Miller died Saturday and it 
was buried Monday at the Kasson Catholic Cemetery.
Brillion News, Fri., Feb. 9, 1912


NORBERT J. MILLER

Norbert J. Miller, age 85, of 6523 Oakwood Road, Brillion passed away on Saturday 
afternoon, Nov. 10, 2001 at North Ridge Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Mr. Miller was born Oct. 4, 1916 at Brillion, son of the late Kosmas and Caroline 
(Pritzl) Miller. He married Gertrude Schumacher on Aug. 28, 1945 at St. Mary 
Catholic Church in Brillion. He served in the armed services from April 17, 1941 
to Sept. 22, 1945 and is a WWII veteran. He grew up and farmed in the township of 
Maple Grove until his retirement. He also was employed from 1961 to 1978 at the 
Brillion Iron Work. Mr. Miller was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in 
Brillion, American Legion Post 126 of Brillion and the West Maple Grove Hunting 
Club.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Gertrude; nine children, Lyle Miller, Allan 
(Donna) Miller, Joe (Dori) Miller, Christine (Tom) Haelfrisch, all of Brillion, 
Gertie (Gene) Zipperer of Reedsville, Norbert (Debra) Miller of Greenleaf, Alice 
(Russ) Zimmerman of Manitowoc, Jeanette (Vic) Wenzel of Chilton and Paul (Laurie) 
Miller of Reedsville; 26 grandchildren; four great granddaughters; three brothers 
and three sisters-in-law, Kosmas and Helen Miller of Janesville, Phillip Miller 
and special friend Mary of Brillion, Carl and Doris Miller of Brillion, Agnes 
Miller of Whitelaw; four sisters and four brothers-in-law, Sister Kosmas Miller 
of Slinger, Marian and Robert Hanagan of Appleton, Gertrude and Simon Sadowski of 
Manitowoc, Catherine and Clayton Baeten of Kaukauna, William Schuh of Manitowoc. 
Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by an infant son; two brothers and two sisters-in-law, 
Lawrence and Anne Miller, Vincent Miller and Lavern Miller; five sisters and three 
brothers-in-law, Otillia and Edward Schuh, Mary Miller, Caroline and Ray Lang, 
Marcella and Alex Fischer and Josephine Schuh.
A funeral mass will be held a 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday Nov. 14, 2001 at Holy Family 
Catholic Church in Brillion, with the Rev. Bill O’Brien officiating. Burial will 
be at Holy Trinity Cemetery in Kasson. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral 
Home in Brillion from 4 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, and on Wednesday from 9 to 10 a.m. 
when family rites will be held. There will be a parish prayer service at 8 p.m. 
Tuesday evening.
Dad had been an avid outdoorsman, enjoying both hunting and fishing. He also always 
looked forward to family gatherings where he enjoyed his children and grandchildren, 
and played sheepshead. He faily would like to thank the staff at Holy Family Memorial 
Dialysis Center and also the nurses and aids at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation 
Center for all of the care and support you have given dad the last few years.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 12, 2001  P. A3


OTTILIA MILLER

Death in Maple Grove on Fri. of 58-yr. old Mrs. Joseph Miller 
of a spinal cord illness. She leaves 4 sons and 2 daughters.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Nov. 1902
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Mrs. Jos. Miller of Maple Grove died this morning at the age of 58 years. The 
cause of death was cerebral trouble. Decedent is survived by 6 children, 4 sons 
and 2 daughters. The sons are Michael of this city, Joseph, John and Kasmus. The 
daughters are Mrs. John Kleiber Jr. and Theresa. The funeral will take place 
from the Kasson Catholic Church next Monday at 10:00 o'clock am. The body will 
be interred in the Kasson cemetery. Branch 83 of the C.K. of Wisconsin will attend 
the funeral in a body.
Brillion News, Fri., Oct. 31, 1902
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Name Ottilia Bauer Miller  
Event Type Death  
Event Date 1902  
Event Place Maple Grove, Manitowoc, Wisconsin  
Residence Place Maple Grove,  
Gender Female  
Age 55  
Marital Status Married  
Race W  
Occupation Housewife  
Birth Date 29 Jun 1847  
Birth Year (Estimated) 1847  
Birthplace Austria  
Burial Place Kason, Wis.  
Cemetery Roman Catholic Cemetery  
Father's Name Mike Bauer  
Father's Birthplace Austria  
Mother's Name Franziska Bauer  
Mother's Birthplace Austria  
Spouse's Name Joseph Miller  
Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907
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Ottilia Bauer Miller
birth: 29 June 1847 Austria
death: 21 October 1902 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Kason, Wis.
residence: 1902 Maple Grove
father: Mike Bauer
mother: Franziska
spouse: Joseph Miller
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


SHELLIE MARIE MILLER

Shellie Marie, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Miller, of Rt. 4, 
Manitowoc, was born and died Wednesday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Private funeral services will be Friday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rt. Rev. Msgr. Orville Griese will officiate and burial will be in Kasson 
Cemetery.
Surviving are the parents; six brothers, (private); three sisters, (private); 
maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Krizek, of Manitowoc; and a niece. 
Mrs. Vincent Miller is the former Agnes Krizek. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 25, 1965  P. 9 


THERESA MILLER

DEATH CLAIMS RETIRED NURSE 
Miss Theresa Miller, 58, Succumbs At Brillion Tuesday 
Miss Theresa Miller, 58, retired registered nurse, died suddenly Tuesday 
of a heart attack at her home in the village of Brillion. She lived alone. 
Miss Miller’s death occurred on the eve of a contemplated visit to the home 
of her sister, Mrs. John Kleiber in this city.
Funeral services will be held Friday morning at Brillion. 
Miss Miller was born on a farm near Brillion, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Joseph Miller. Later she moved to Brillion with her parents. She was engaged 
in nursing for a number of years, but for some time she had lived a retired 
life.
Survivors are two brothers, John and Kosmos, Brillion; and a sister, Mrs. 
John Kleiber of Manitowoc.
Miss Miller was a member of the Catholic Knights at Brillion. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 10, 1937  P. 13


AGNES MOSER

Agnes Moser, 24, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moser of Maple Grove, 
died there and the funeral was held yesterday. Besides her parents, 
four brothers and four sisters survive.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, November 26, 1915, Page 3
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Moser – Agnes Moser, aged 24, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moser 
died at the home in Maple Grove last Monday. Besides the parents the 
decedent is survived by three brothers, Paul and John, residing near here 
and Joseph at St. John. Also four sisters, Lizzie of St. John,m, Lena at 
home, Mrs. C. Fritsch of Morrison and Mrs. Rohrinske of Appleton. 
The funeral took place today from the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. 
Garthaus conducting services. The heartfelt sympathy of the entire 
community goes to the bereaved family.
Brillion News - Fri., Nov. 26, 1915


ELIZABETH MOSER    (d. 1935)

Services Held For Elizabeth Moser
Funeral services were held at 9:30 Tuesday morning at the Kasson Catholic 
church for Miss Elizabeth Moser, 58. The Rev. Father Kraus had charge of 
the services, burial was in the Kasson Catholic cemetery. Miss Moser died 
Saturday after a lingering illness at the home of her brother, John, where 
she had been making her home since January. Prior to that time, she had 
been keeping house for Joseph Moser, another brother, near Neenah. The 
deceased was born in the town of Rantoul July 2, 1876. She is survived by 
three brothers, Paul and John of Brillion and Joseph of Neenah, two sisters, 
Miss Lena Moser of Brillion and Mrs. Carrie Rewalsky of Advance.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 21, 1935  P. 7 


ELIZABETH MOSER   (d. 1969)

Mrs. Paul Moser, 85, former Reedsville resident, died Wednesday at Maple 
Crest Nursing Home, Whitelaw. 
Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home 
and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph 
Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson.
Mrs. Moser, nee Elizabeth Weins, was born March 26, 1884, in Town of Maple 
Grove, daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Kleiber Weins. She was 
married to Paul Moser June 29, 1903, and the couple farmed in Town in Maple 
Grove until retirement and then moved to Reedsville. Mr. Moser died July 6, 
1965. And a sister also preceded her in death.
Survivors include a brother, John, of Hilbert and nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Friday where at 8 p.m. 
the Rosary will be recited. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 29, 1969  P. 13


GEORGE MOSER

George Moser, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moser, died last Sunday at the age of 
24 years. The funeral took place from the Catholic Church at Kasson Tuesday 
forenoon, Rev. Garthaus officiating.  
This is not only a sore bereavement to the family, but will sadden the hearts 
of a host of sincere friend. The young man was personally known to us as a 
fine type of country bred young man. Honest, industrious and modest, temperate 
in habit and generous to his friends. All who knew him extend their most 
heartfelt sympathy to his sorrowing parents, brothers and sisters.
Brillion News, January 10, 1908
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Kasson:
Geo. Moser died Saturday evening, it being just 13 months that he was sick, 
being operated twice in this time and gradually grew weaker till Saturday. Burial 
was Tuesday from Trinity Church, Rev. Garthaus officiating.
Jos. Sturm, Nic Sturm, John Foster, Peter Beck and Fabias Schreiber and families 
of Medford and Jos. Moser of Madison attended the funeral of Geo. Moser Tuesday 
morning.
Brillion News, Fri., Jan. 10, 1908


JOHN MOSER (d. 1914)

The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. J. Moser died yesterday and the funeral 
will be held tomorrow from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus officiating.  
Brillion News - Fri., Feb. 6, 1914   
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West Maple Grove
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. John Moser who was born Wednesday 
and died Thursday was buried Saturday at the Kasson Cemetery.
Brillion News - Fri., Feb. 13, 1914


JOHN MOSER   (d. 1939)

John Moser, 56, lifelong resident of the county, died Sunday at the Holy 
Family hospital. He was brought to the hospital last week from his farm 
_(underinked)_ and submitted to an operation.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Mary’s 
Catholic church, Brillion. Interment will be in the Kasson Catholic 
cemetery.
Mr. Moser was born in Maple Grove in 1883 and in 1907 married Minne Geiger. 
They located on a farm a short distance east of Brillion.
Survivors are the widow; three daughters, Mrs. William Steinfest of Maple 
Grove, Mrs. Herbert Menz, city, Mrs. Wesley Campbell of Jackson, Mich.; and 
four grandchildren.
Mr. Moser was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin who will attend 
the funeral in a body. 
The body is at the Luecker funeral home, Brillion, and will be moved to the 
Moser home Tuesday at 3 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 24, 1939  P. 18 


JOHN MOSER    (d. 1964)

John Moser, 84, of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, died Wednesday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and 
at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. 
Orville Griese will officiate and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery.
Mr. Moser was born in May, 1880, in the Town of Kasson, Calumet County, son 
of the late Paul and Mary Sturm Moser. He farmed in the Town of Kasson until 
he retired in 1960 and moved to St. Mary Home in Manitowoc. He never married.
Surviving are two brothers, Paul, of Rosecrans and Joseph, of Appleton, and 
a sister, Miss Lena Moser, of Manitowoc.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home where the Rosary 
will be prayed at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 19, 1964  P. 11
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(28 May 1881/Nov 1964/SSDI)


JOSEPH MOSER

APPLETON-Joseph Moser, 80, Appleton, died at 5:10 p.m. Monday.
He was born in Kasson, Wis., on Dec. 22, 1886, and had been a cheese maker. He 
was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the Holy Name Society of the 
church.
Survivors include a sister, Miss Lena Moser, Manitowoc, sisters-in-law, brothers-
in-law and nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Appleton, at 10 a.m. 
Friday. Burial will be in the cemetery at Kasson.
Friends may call after 7 p.m. Thursday at the Wichmann Funeral Home, Appleton, 
where the rosary will be prayed at 7:30 that evening.
Oshkosh Northwestern, November 22, 1967  P. 44
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(21 Dec 1886/Nov 1967/SSDI)


LENA MOSER

Magdelene (Lena) Moser, 94, a resident of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, 
died Friday afternoon, Oct. 21, at the Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and 
10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Mass of Christian Burial 
will be celebrated by Rev. John Neuser and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery.
Miss Moser was born March 2, 1889, at Germany, daughter of the late Paul and 
Mary Strum Moser.
Survivors include nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded 
in death by brothers and sisters.
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home, 8 a.m. Monday until the time of 
services. There will be no Sunday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, October 22, 1983 P. 3
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(Mar 02, 1889/Oct 1983/SSDI)


MAGDELENA MOSER

At an early hour last Friday morning Mrs. Magdelena Moser, died at the home 
of her daughter, Mrs. Jos. Ecker Sr., at the ripe old age of 99 years and 5 
months. Her death was due to old age. She lived to see a century of years, 
being born in 1812 and dying in 1912. She is survived by 6 children, 3 sons 
and 3 daughters. Those from further off who attended the funeral were; Mrs. 
Blahar and son George, Mr. and Mrs. Sturm and Mike Schreiber of Menasha, Mrs. 
and Mrs. Frank Moser Sr. of Manitowoc. The funeral was held Monday morning at 
the Kasson Catholic church, Rev. Garthaus performing the last sad rites. Her 
remains were laid to rest in the Kasson Catholic Cemetery. 
Brillion News – April 5, 1912 


MARY MOSER

AGED BRILLION WOMAN EXPIRES 
Mrs. Mary Moser, 76, Dies At Home of Her Son 
Mrs. Mary Moser, 76, died Tuesday at the home of her son, John Moser in 
Brillion. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. from the home 
and at 9:30 a.m. at the Kasson Catholic church. 
The maiden name of the deceased was Mary Sturm and she was born at Ellington 
in 1856. She was married to Paul Moser in 1873 at St. John and they made 
their home at Potter for four years later moving to Maple Grove on a farm 
now owned by her son John. Mr. Moser preceded her in death a number of years 
ago. 
She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Carrie Rawlsky of Cecil, Miss 
Elizabeth Moser of Neenah, Miss Lena Moser, Brillion; three sons, John and 
Paul of Maple Grove, Joseph of Neenah, three brothers, Nick Sturm of Appleton, 
Jacob Sturm, Neenah; Joseph Sturm of Appleton; two sisters, Mrs. Gertrude 
Johnson and Mrs. William O’Neil of Milwaukee. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 7, 1933 P. 12
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From co. death record, v.27 p.747
Mary Moser
housewife
b: 24 Sept. (says '33 but that is death year)at Allington, WI
d: 4 Apr. 1933, age 76yr. 6mo. 10da. at Maple Grove twp.
husband: Paul Moser
father: John Sturm, b. Germany
mother: Frances Pfeiffer, b. Germany
informant: John Moser, res. Brillion
cause of death: Mocordetes, contributory cause: Rheumatism


MICHAEL MOSER

M. MOSER, 89, CIVIL WAR VET, DIES SUNDAY
Was One of the Few Remaining Survivors of Old Fourteenth Wisconsin Infantry
Michael Moser, 89, a pioneer of the county, passed away Sunday morning at the 
home of his son, on the old homestead in the town of Maple Grove. The deceased 
was born in Hungary in 1841, and came to this country when sixteen, settling 
at Menasha. Later he moved to Rantoul, Calumet county and for the past seventy 
years resided in Maple Grove. Fifteen years ago he observed, with his wife, 
their golden wedding anniversary. Mrs Moser passed away four years ago.
One of Few Remaining Vets
Mr. Moser was one of the few remaining Civil War veterans in the county. He 
served with Company G., 14th Wisconsin, which was composed of boys from 
Manitowoc and Calumet counties. He was mustered into the service at Fond du Lac 
and mustered out at Mobile, Ala. The records show that the unit to which the 
deceased was attached traveled some 11,000 miles during the war. He was at the 
battle of Pittsburgh Landing, Tenn., when his brother, a member of the same 
company, was killed, as was Capt. George E. Waldo of Company E, Manitowoc. He 
was discharged Oct. 23, 1865.
The Fourteenth Wisconsin was accorded vigorous praise by Union generals for 
coolness under fire. This was accounted for by the fact that many of the members 
of the regiment served in the German army before coming to this country. With 
the death of Michael Moser there is but one survivor of the unit that went from 
that section of Manitowoc county back in '61. He is Comrade Bartz of Brillion.
Son and Daughter Survive
The deceased is survived by one son, John, with whom he made his home, and one 
daughter, Mrs. Weins of Brillion.
Funeral services will be held from the Kasson Catholic church, of which he was 
one of the founders, on Wednesday morning at nine o'clock, in charge of Father 
Garthaus of Brillion. The Brillion Legion(?) will furnish the firing squad.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 26, 1930 p.13
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BURIAL HONORS FOR CIVIL WAR VETERAN
Michael Moser, 89, a pioneer of this section passed away Sunday morning at the 
home of his son, on the old homestead in the town of Maple Grove.  
The deceased was born in Hungary in 1844 and came to this county when sixteen, 
settling at Menasha. Later he moved to Rantoul, but for the past seventy years 
resided in Maple Grove. Fifteen years ago he observed, with his wife their 
golden wedding anniversary. Mrs. Moser passed away four years ago. 
Mr. Moser was one of the few remaining Civil War veterans in the county. He 
served with Company G, the 14th Wisconsin which was comprised of boys from 
Manitowoc and Calumet counties. He was mustered into service at Fond du Lac 
and mustered out at Mobil, Ala. The record shows that the unit to which the 
deceased was attached traveled ?????????during the war.  
He was at the battle of Pittsburg Landing Tenn., when his brother, a member 
of the same company was killed, as was Capt. George E. Waldo of Company E. He 
was discharged October 23, 1865. The fourteenth Wisconsin was 
(cannot read rest)
Brillion News – May 30, 1930 
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TWO MAPLE GROVE COUPLE, WEDDED FIFTY YEARS GO, 
HOLD JOINT CELEBRATION OF GOLDEN WEDDING TODAY
Maple Grove was the scene of an unusual celebration today when two 
couples, married at the same time fifty years ago, neighbors for 
half a century on adjoining farms, observed a double celebration of 
the golden wedding anniversay, recalling the double wedding of 1865. 
The presence of one of the bridesmaids who attended the couple fifty 
years ago was an interest incident of today's celebration. Mr. Moser 
and Mrs. Ecker are brother and sister and both couples are among the 
best known pioneer residents of Manitowoc county. The weddings were 
celebrated at the Catholic church at Chilton January 13, 1865 and 
shortly after the two couples took up their homes on adjoining farms 
in Maple Grove where they have resided ever since.
Mr. Moser is 74 and his wife 72 while Mrs. Ecker is 74 and his wife 
76. Mrs. Moser's maiden name was Theresa Neuwirth while that of Mrs. 
Ecker was Elizabeth Moser. All four of the celebrants are hale and 
hearty despite their ages and made the trip to the church in company 
today. Mrs. John Klieber, a sister of Mr. Ecker, who was bridesmaid 
at the wedding, accompanied the golden wedding party today.
Rev. Father Gardhans officiated at mass said for the two couples at the 
Kasson church today, following which the celebrants returned to their 
homes where a two day celebration is planned, relatives, friends and 
neighbors being entertained at the Moser home today and at the Ecker 
home tomorrow.
Mr. Moser is a veteran of the civil war, having served with Company G., 
Fourteenth Wisconsin. Both he and Mr. Ecker have been engaged in farming 
in the county for years and have amassed a comfortable competence for 
their reclining days. Congratulations were sent to the couples from many 
friends in this city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 13, 1916 P.1


MINNIE MOSER

Note from West Maple Grove:
Last Monday the Angel of Death came and took with it the four months old little 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Moser. The funeral was held Wednesday morning at 
nine o'clock from the Holy Trinity Church near Kasson.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 8, 1915 


PAUL MOSER    (d. 1894)

Died – Paul Moser, Sr., died at his home in Kasson on Monday last, the result 
of a stroke of paralysis, at the age of 82 years.  
The funeral occurred Thursday from the church in Kasson, the services being 
conducted by Rev. Kraemer. The deceased was one of the oldest and most respected 
residents of that village. 
Brillion News – October 26, 1894 
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Paul Moser
birth: 1811 Germany
death: 24 October 1894 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Manitowoc County, Wis.
spouse: Lena Mosier
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


PAUL MOSER    (d. 1926)

Funeral services for Paul Moser, Sr., who died on August 16th were held at the 
Trinity Church at Kasson, with a solemn high mass performed by Rev. A. Garthaus 
assisted by two visiting priests.  
The deceased was born in Austria in 1846 and came to America in 1855. In 1878 
he was united in marriage to Miss Mary Sturm at St. John. The couple first lived 
at Potter for four years, then moved to the farm in Maple Grove which has been 
their home since.  
He is survived by the widow, and seven children, John and Lena at home, Joseph 
and Elizabeth of Appleton, Paul of Maple Grove, Mrs. Chas. Fritsch of Greenleaf 
and Mrs. Anton Rawisky of Appleton. There is also one brother, Michael of Maple 
Grove and two sisters, Mrs. Henry Barth of Idaho and Mrs. Mary Schreiber of 
Montana.
Brillion News – August 27, 1926
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From co. death record, v.22 p.488
Paul Moser
farmer
b: 8 May 1846, Germany/age 80yr. 3mo. 8da.
d: 16 Aug. 1926, Maple Grove twp.
wife: Mary Moser (lived at Brillion at time of his death)
father: Paul Moser, b. Germany
mother: Magdeline Edler
cause of death: carcinoma of rectum, metastatic growth in other organs.
   duration 3 months
buried at Catholic cemetery, Maple Grove


PAUL MOSER JR   (d. 1965)

Paul Moser, 85, formerly of Reedsville, died Tuesday at Fairhills Convalescent 
Home, Rosecrans. 
Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 
10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Norman Krutzik will 
officiate and burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson. 
Mr. Moser was born July 15, 1879, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late 
Paul and Mary Strum Moser. He married Elizabeth Weins June 29, 1903, at Holy 
Trinity Church. He was a farmer in the Town of Maple Grove until 1956 when he 
retired and the couple moved to Reedsville. He was also a thresher for more 
than 50 years. 
He is survived by his wife of Fairhills Home, a brother, Joseph, of Appleton 
and a sister, Miss Lena Moser, of Manitowoc. A brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 7, 1965  P. 11


THERESA MOSER

Brillion news section:
Mrs. Michael Moser died Thursday evening at the age of eighty-three 
years. Mr. and Mrs. Moser for some time have been making their home 
with their son, John, on the homestead north-east of the city. She 
is survived by the sorrowing husband, son John and daughter, Mrs. 
Michael Weina, city. Funeral services were held today from Holy 
Trinity church, Kasson, at 9 o'clock Rev. A. Garthaus officiated.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, September 4, 1926 P.10


TRESSIA A. MOSER

Miss Theresa Moser (SIC), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moser, died last Monday 
after a lingering illness at the age of 24. The funeral took place on Wednesday 
from the Kasson Catholic Church. The sympathy of hosts of friends goes out to 
the sadly bereaved family.
Among those who attended the funeral of Miss Tressia Moser last Wednesday were 
Mr. and Mrs. Tobias Schreiber of Medford, Mrs. John Johnson of Milwaukee, Mr. 
and Mrs. Mick Sturm, Mrs. Peter Baches and son, Hugo, Jack Sturm, Mr. Chas. Kohl, 
John Foster and son, John and daughter, May, Mrs. Jos. Sturm and son, George and 
Mrs. Agnes Eartle of Appleton.
Brillion News - Fri., May 28, 1909


WILHELMINA MOSER

Mrs. Minnie Moser, 67, of Brillion, passed away Wednesday morning at St. 
Vincent’s Hospital, Green Bay, following a lingering illness.
Nee Geiger, she was born April 15, 1886, in Maple Grove, Wis., the daughter 
of the late Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Geiger. On April 9, 1907, she was married 
to John Moser who preceded her in death in 1939.
The couple operated a farm north of Brillion for many years. Six years ago 
she moved to Brillion to make her home. She was a member of the St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church and the Christian Mother’s society of the church.
Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. William Steinfest and Mrs. Herbert 
Menz, both of Brillion, and Mrs. Wesley Campbell of Dickonson, N.D.; five 
grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Harry Mickow of Milwaukee and Mrs. Frank 
Blechel of Oshkosh; one brother, Charles Geiger, of Manitowoc; and three 
half-brothers, Anton Traxler of Oregon, Joseph and Frank Traxler of Omro, 
Wis.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Luecker Funeral 
home, Brillion, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. The Rev. Raymond 
Schauer will be celebrant of the requiem high mass and burial will be made in 
the Kasson cemetery.
The body will lie in state from 7 p.m. this evening, and the rosary will be 
prayed at a vigil at 8 p.m. Friday.
Sheboygan Press, September 3, 1953  P. 20 


ALBERT NAGEL

Albert Nagel, 72, retired Maple Grove Dairy farmer, died Thursday night 
at the Holy Family hospital, where he has made his home since February.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Mary’s 
Catholic church at Brillion. Burial will be in the Holy Trinity cemetery 
at Kasson.
Mr. Nagel was born on the homestead farm on route 2 Brillion, which he 
operated with his brother, John, in recent years. Following sale of the 
farm, the brothers came to this city. He was a member of the Catholic 
Knights with the Holy Name society.
Survivors are the brother, John, of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Frank 
Bender of Brillion, Mrs. John Schuller of Menasha; 11 nephews and eight 
nephews (sic). 
The body may be viewed at the Luecker funeral home in Brillion Saturday 
and Sunday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 13, 1942  P. 2


ANNA NAGEL

NEWS ON ROUTE NO. 2
Mrs. Jos. Nagel died last Sunday after an illness of two months duration at the 
age of 65 years. Decedent is survived by the sorrowing husband, two sons, Albert 
and John and four daughters, Mrs. Mary Zipperer and Misses Lizzie, Frances and 
Anna. The funeral was held from the Catholic church at Kasson on Wednesday, Rev. 
Garthus officiating. The Catholic Knights of which order the bereaved husband is 
a member, also attended the funeral.
Card of Thanks
Herewith we express our hearty thanks and show our sublimest gratitude to all 
those that assisted us during the illness of our dearest wife and mother and to 
all those that assisted at her death. And for the honor bestowed upon her by the 
Christian Mothers Society, by the Catholic Knights, both of Brillion and Reedsville 
branches and by Rev. Garthaus and to all those that assisted us leading her to her 
final resting place
Joseph Nagel, Husband
Albert
John
Mary
Elizabeth
Franziska
Anastasia   Children
Brillion News, Fri., July 19, 1907


JOHN NAGEL

Mr. John Nagel, 86, of Brillioon, died Friday at Morningside Nursing 
Home, Sheboygan.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. at Reedsville Funeral Home and 
at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. Msgr. Orville Griese 
will officiate and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery. 
Mr. Nagel was born Nov. 23, 1878, at Brillion, son of the late Joseph 
and Anna Burich Nagel. He was a member of the St. Mary Holy Name Society. 
Survivors are nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home 
after 2 p.m. Sunday. The Rosary will be recited at 8 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 20, 1965  P. 4
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(24 Nov 1878/Nov 1965/SSDI)


JOSEPH NAGEL

Joseph Nagel, a well known pioneer of the town of Maple Grove died last 
Wednesday at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Green Bay of nephrities, at the age 
of 72 years. Decedent was born in Austria and came to America with his 
parents while quite a young man, and family taking up their abode on the 
present homestead.  
He is survived by two sons, John and Albert, and by four daughters, Mary 
Zipperer, Cato, Lizzie Bender, Brillion, Anna Renk, Maple Grove and Frances 
at home. The funeral took place this forenoon from the Kasson Catholic 
church, Rev. Garthaus conducting the services. 
Brillion News, October 19, 1917 
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Maple Grove Items:
Mr. Joseph Nagle(sic) narrowly escaped being killed on Wednesday of last week. 
The accident occurred as he was in the act of driving a team of young horses 
from the barn to the hay field, when by a sudden movement of the wagon he slipped 
and fell to the ground, still holding the reins, while being dragged at least 
twenty yards until the wagon came in collision with a stump, throwing the hay 
rack over. Mr. Nagle, who was attempting to regain his feet, which resulted in 
his dislocating his shoulder and breaking two of his ribs. The horses, after 
jumping over a fence, stood still till caught. The wagon was considerably smashed 
up.
Manitowoc Tribune, Thurs., July 22, 1875


ANTON PRITZL    (d. 1927)

DIES TODAY AT BRILLION 
Anton Pritzl, a pioneer resident of Brillion died at the family home here 
this morning at 10:30 after an illness of a number of years. No funeral 
arrangements had been made at 2 o’clock today.
Mr. Pritzl was seventy-two years old and is survived by his widow and ten 
children. Mrs. Michael Becker, Mrs. Rose Kocorek, Mrs. Lena Miller, Mrs. 
Joseph Binsfeld, Mrs. Minnie Baldesweiler, and William Pritzl, all of 
Brillion; Theodor Pritzl of Cato, Mrs. Joseph Anhalt, Clarks Mills, Mrs. 
Mary Michey of Stanley and Sister Mary Lenre of St. Francis convent of 
St. Francis, Wis. 
Manitowoc Herald News, March 25, 1927  P. 9
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Brillion News
The funeral of Anton Pritzl, who died Thursday morning, was held at Kasson Monday, 
Rev. A. Garthaus, assisted by Rev. A. Pritzl of Chilton and Rev. Jaekels of 
Manitowoc officiated. The deceased was born in Bavaria in 1855 and immigrated to 
this country in his early manhood. He was married to Mary Zipperer and settled on 
a farm now operated by their son, William until several years ago, when they 
retired. Besides the widow, the following children survive him: Mrs. Mary Micke 
and Mrs. Minnie Baldesewilder of Stanley; Theodore and Mrs. Joseph Anhalt of Cato; 
Mrs. Nick Becker, Mrs. Kosmos Miller, Mrs. John Kocourek, William, Mrs. Joseph 
Binsford, all of Brillion; and Sister Mary Lenora of St. Francis Convent of St. 
Francis. 
The following out-of-town relatives and friends attended the funeral, Mr. and Mrs. 
Frank Pecker of Sheboygan, Mrs. W. Spatt of Oshkosh, Frank Pritzl of Marshfield, 
Mr. and Mrs. Anton Micke and Mr. and Mrs. Anton Baldeswilder of Stanley, Mr. and 
Mrs. John Miller of St. Nazianz, Mr. and Mrs. George Schuh, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Mink, 
Toney Koerner, Mr. and Mrs. Blacky Riederer, George Zipperer, Wenzel Zipperer, 
Ignatz Grahl, Joseph Zipperer, Mrs. Joseph Koerner, all of Whitelaw; Mrs. Louis 
Lemberger, Ferd Lemberger, Jerry Rolland, John Pritzl, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Denk, 
all of Cato; Mr.and Mrs. Benjamin Pritzl of St. Nazianz, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Pritzl 
of Greenleaf, John Becker of Manitowoc, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Becker of Two Rivers and 
many others. 
The pallbearers were Jacob Mancosky, Joseph Pritzl, Louis Rank, Joseph Wittmann, 
Frank Bander, Adolph Ecker.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wed., March 30, 1927 page 12


CLARA A. PRITZL

Clara, the 22 yr old daughter of Mrs. Frank Pritzl, died at the asylum for 
the insane at Oshkosh last Sunday. The unfortunate girl was weak minded and 
last summer was taken to the state institution in hopes that her normal 
faculties might be restored to her. The hope was a vain one. Her health rapidly 
failed and death came to her relief last Sunday. The body was brought here 
Monday and funeral took place from the Catholic church at Kasson on Wednesday, 
Rev. Garthaus officiating.
Brillion News, March 17, 1911


FRANCES PRITZL

Mrs. Frances Pritzl, died at her home in this city last Sunday, the cause of 
death being pneumonia. Decedent was born in Bavaria in 1853. At the age of 
four years her parents emigrated to America and settled in Whitelaw. She was 
married to Wolfgang Pritzl in 1869. Her husband died some years ago. 
Surviving her are eight sons, and four daughters. The sons are Wolfgang of 
West Holland, Joseph of Kasson, Frank, Charles and Adolph of city, Tony, 
Greenleaf, John with the military forces at Camp Grant and Alfred of Quebec, 
Canada. The daughters are Mrs. Fr. Kleiber and Mrs. John Ecker of this city, 
Mrs. Fr. Baumann of Branch.  
She was a devout member of St. Mary’s congregation and the funeral services 
were conducted at the church yesterday. Interment was in the Kasson cemetery, 
Rev. Garthaus officiating.
Brillion News – February 28, 1919


FRANZ S. PRITZL

Frank Pritzl(sic), and old and very respected resident of this section died 
on Wednesday after a prolonged illness, from which his friends had been hoping 
he would recover. Decedent was 59 years of age and is survived by the widow and 
nine children. The funeral will take place tomorrow from the Catholic Church at 
Kasson, Rev. Garthaus officiating. Mr. Pritzl was a man beloved of his neighbors, 
possessed of deep piety, and had many qualities to endear him and win the respect 
of his fellow men. The News extends its sympathy to the bereaved family.
Brillion News, January 6, 1911


JEROME PRITZL

Jerome Pritzl, 21 of Brillion, route 1, died early this morning at St. Mary 
Hospital at Green Bay where he had undergone an operation for appendicitis on 
Monday. Complications set in after the operation, causing the young man’s death. 
He had complained of feeling ill all last week but had not consulted a doctor.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic 
Church at Brillion, with burial in the Kasson Catholic Cemetery. The body is 
lying in state at the Pritzl home.
Jerome Pritzl was born on May 7, 1919 at Brillion and he attended St. Mary’s 
Parochial school there. He was a member of the St. Mary’s C.Y.O. and of the 
Catholic Knights of Wisconsin.
Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Pritzl; one brother, Leo and 
four sisters, Mrs. Bernard Benzshovel of Grimms and the misses Irene, Elaine 
and Emily Pritzl, all at home.
Manitowoc Herald Times – Thursday, Nov. 14, 1940 – page 2


MARY PRITZL    (d. 1925)

Mrs. Mary Prietzl(sic), 65, died Sunday evening at the home of her daughter, 
Mrs. Anton Bohman, at Stephensville. Mrs. Prietzl was an invalid for 15 years. 
Her former home was at Brillion. She is survived by five daughters, Sister 
DeLellis, Antigo; Mrs. S. M. Rohrer, Manitowoc; Mrs. L. W. Reink, Brillion; 
Mrs. Bohman and Miss Anna Prietzl, Stephensville; three sons, Frank, Manitowoc; 
Louis, Brillion; Robert, Greenville; two sisters, Mrs. Peter Braun, Brillion 
and Mrs. Alex Fischer, Manitowoc; five brothers, Joseph, Frank, Anton, John 
and Charles Zipperer, all of Whitelaw, Wis. The body was conveyed to Brillion 
Monday afternoon. The burial will take place in Kasson Thursday morning with 
the Rev. Edward Schumberg of Greenville conducting the services.
Appleton Post Crescent, Mon., Feb. 23, 1925 page 2
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Notes from Maple Grove:
Mrs. Mary Pritzl, a former resident of this section died at the home of her 
daughter, Mrs. Anton Bohman at Hortonville, last Sunday. Decedent was born at 
Whitelaw in 1859(sic). In 1877 she was united in marriage to Frank Pritzl of 
Whilelaw. The couple removed to a farm near Kasson which was their home until 
the death of Mr. Pritzl some years ago. For the past five years the deceased 
lived at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Regina Bohman of Hortonville.
Surviving her are three sons, Frank of Manitowoc, Louis of Brillion, Robert of 
Greenville and five daughters, Mrs. Theresia Hohrer of Manitowoc, Mrs. Mary 
Rank of Brillion, Mrs. Regina Bohman of Hortonville, Sister DeLelis of Silver 
Lake and Anna Pritzl of Hortonville. Also five brothers and two sisters survive.
She was a member of the Christian Mothers’ society of Holy Trinity Church at 
Kasson. The funeral took place Thursday at 9 o’clock, services being conducted 
at St. Mary’s church at Brillion by Rev. A. Garthaus and Rev. Fr. Schumberg. 
Interment was in the Kasson Catholic Cemetery. The pallbearers were Adolph Ecker, 
Albert Nagle, Seb. Schuh, Jos. Wittmann, Peter Binsfield and A. Schmeida.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Mar. 5, 1925


MARY PRITZL    (d. 1932)

WIDOW VICTIM DEATH SUNDAY
Mrs. Mary Pritzl Dies Of A Heart Attack
Mrs. Mary Pritzl, 72, widow of the late Anton Pritzl, died Sunday 
afternoon of a heart attack at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Michael
Becker, at Brillion. Since the death of her husband many years ago
the deceased had been making her home with her children. Funeral
services will be held Wednesday morning at 9:30 from the St. Mary's
Catholic church in Brillion of which the deceased was a member.
Interment will be in the Catholic cemetery there.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Mary Zipperer, was born in 
Germany in 1860. She was married at Whitelaw to Anton Pritzl and
they resided on a farm there for a number of years and then moved
to Brillion. Two sons, Theodore of Cato and William of Brillion
and the following daughters survive: Mrs. Anton Mickie and Mrs. 
Anton Boldeschiviller, both of Thorp, Wis., Mrs. Wm. Becker, Mrs.
Kosmos Miller, Mrs. Joseph Binsfeld, Mrs. John Kocourek, all of
Brillion. Sister Marie Lenore, of St. Francis convent, and Mrs.
John Anhalt of Cato.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 15, 1932  p.3
(The newspaper had the wrong cemetery. She is in this one.)
********
Mrs. Mary Pritzl Dies At Brillion
Mrs. Mary Pritzl, 72, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Michael
Becker, on Sunday afternoon of a heart attack.  She was born in
Germany on April 3, 1860.  At the age of two years she came to this
country with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Martin Zipperer and settled at
Whitelaw.  Later she made her home here at Brillion, and was married
to Anton Pritzl who preceded her in death several years ago.
She is survived by 2 sons, Theodore Pritzl of Cato, and William of
Brillion, and eight daughters, Mrs. Anton Mickle, Mrs. Anton
Boldeschweller of Thorpe, Mrs. Michael Becker, Mrs. Kosmos Miller,
Mrs. John Kocourek, Mrs. Joseph Binsfeld, all of Brillion, Sister M.
Lenora of the St. Frances Seminary at St. Frances, and Mrs. Joseph
Anhaldt of Cato, 70 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
The deceased was a member of the St. Mary church and was a member of
the Christian Mother Society.  Funeral services will be held at 9:30
Wednesday morning at St. Mary church.  The Rev. Fr. Krause of
Brillion, the Rev. Fr. Alfred Pritzl of Mishicot and the Rev. Fr.
Garthews of Kaukauna, will officiate. Interment will be in the Kasson
Cemetery.
Appleton Post Crescent, Tuesday, August 16, 1932  pg. 11
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(Note: Obit birth year is one year different than tombstone)


VERONIKA PRITZL

A child of Anton Pritzl, who lives about two miles north of town, died of cramps 
last Sunday. It was buried Tuesday in the Catholic Cemetery at Kasson, Rev. Wm. 
Kraemer officiating.
Brillion News, Fri., Nov. 29, 1895


WOLFGANG PRITZL

Wolfgang Pritzl died at his home Wednesday afternoon at the age of 58 years. 
He has been an invalid for the last six years, his illness finally culminating 
in dropsy, resulting in death. Decedent was born in Germany and emigrating to 
America, became one of that vast army of thrifty pioneers to whom our beloved 
country owes so much. He is survived by a wife and a large family of children, 
now mostly grown up. He was a good and law abiding citizen and provident parent 
and the community in his death has suffered a real loss. The funeral took place 
this forenoon from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Rev. A. Cipin officiating.
Brillion News, Fri., Apr. 11, 1902


MARIA A. RANK

The little child of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Rank died last week Wednesday. The 
funeral taking place on the succeeding Friday.
Brillion News, Fri., Nov. 9, 1900
********
Kasson:
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Rank died on Wednesday of last week. 
The funeral took place the following Friday from the Kasson Catholic Church.
Brillion News, Fri., Nov. 9, 1900


ROLAND O. REICHARDT

Roland Reichardt, age 62, of 9803 Long Lake Rd., Brillion, died on Saturday, 
Oct. 27, 2001 at Park View Home in Green Bay, following a lingering illness.
He was born Nov. 20, 1938 in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Clarence 
and Nora (Krueger) Reichardt. He married Edith Konop on June 4, 1966 at 
Kellnersville. He was a 1956 graduate of Brillion High School and served in 
the US Army. He later worked at the Brillion Iron Works retiring in 1990. 
Roland was a member of Rural Brillion United Methodist Church. Reedway 
Sportsman’s Club, and loved to hunt and fish.
Survivors include his wife Edith; four sons: Ross (Darleen) Reichardt of 
Saukville, Ryan of Oconto Falls, Rhet (Kristen) of Forest Junction, Rod and 
friend Mary Kay of Brillion and a granddaughter Alexis; his sisters and 
brothers; Eunice Watland of Nisswa, MN, Rodger (Lois) Reichardt of Appleton, 
Millicent Giffen and Priscilla Tahlier, both of Green Bay; David (Shirley) 
Reichardt of Plymouth; a brother-in-law, Lawrence Persohn of Green Bay, and 
many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, SeVera Persohn and 
LeMeryl Keuer.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, Oct. 29 at 8 p.m. at the Wieting 
Funeral Home in Brillion, the Rev. Warren Waddell will officiate. Burial will 
be in Trinity Cemetery, Kasson.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion on Monday from 4 p.m. 
until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 28, 2001  P. A8


ANASTASIA RENK

Mrs. Albert Renk, 52, former county resident, died Tuesday at St. Joseph’s 
hospital, Milwaukee. She recently submitted to an operation.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 9:30 a.m. from the Catholic church 
at Kasson, town of Maple Grove. 
Mrs. Renk, nee Anna Nagel, was born at Maple Grove in 1886. She was married 
to Albert Renk and they resided in this county until a few years ago when 
they moved to Milwaukee. 
Survivors are the widower; a daughter, Helen, Milwaukee; two sons, Aloysius 
and Roman, Milwaukee; two brothers, Albert and John, Maple Grove; two sisters, 
Mrs. Frank Bender, Brillion, Mrs. John Schuller, Menasha. 
Mrs. Renk was a member of the Christian Mothers of the Gesu church, Milwaukee.
The body may be viewed at the Nagel homestead in Maple Grove Thursday evening. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 12, 1938  P. 2
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Reedsville Items
United in Matrimony
Albert Renk and Miss Anna Nagel of Maple Grove were united in the bonds of 
matrimony at Holy Trinity Church, Kasson, last Tuesday, Rev. Garthaus of this 
city perforing the ceremony. The young couple were attended by Miss Frances 
Nagel and Mr. Jos. Burich. The groom is a successful and prosperous decorator 
at Milwaukee. The bride is a daughter of Jos. Nagel. A host of friends wish the 
happy bride and groom prosperity.
Brillion News - Fri., Nov. 21, 1913 


GEORG SCHMIDT

(From the correspondent in Brillion, 02 Feb.)
Death in Kasson, Town Maple Grove, of George Schmit, a 60 yr. old bachelor, 
of lung disease.
Der Nord Westen, 04 Feb. 1892


CAROLIN SCHUH

Kasson:
A little child of W. Schuh was buried last Monday at 10 a.m. in the Kasson Catholic cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, September 5, 1901 pg. 8
*****
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian Schuh died last Saturday. 
Funeral took place last Monday at Kasson.
Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 6, 1901
*****
Brillion:
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian Schuh died last Sunday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, September 12, 1901 pg. 8
*****
(Caroline Schuh/dau. of Sebastian and Maggie Schuh/sent in by family researcher/
see contributors page)


ELMER SCHUH

Elmer M. Schuh, 79, of rural Brillion, passed peacefully during his final deer 
hunt, on Monday, Nov. 21, 2011. Elmer was born on April 7, 1932, son of the 
late John and Margaret (Braun) Schuh in Calumet County. He attended St. Mary's 
School in Brillion, and served in the Army in Germany from 1952-54. On Sept. 28, 
1955, he married Annet Jean Bratz at St. Mary's Church, Brillion. Elmer worked 
at Brillion Iron Works for five years, and then 26 years at Eck Industries, 
where he retired in 1994. Elmer also raised dairy and beef cattle and farmed 
with his family in rural Brillion until 1999.
Elmer enjoyed hunting and fishing with family, friends and neighbors. Elmer would 
never turn down a good game of sheephead, and was always in on the latest prank. 
He always took the time to visit with fellow farmers, friends and family whenever 
he could. Elmer loved and adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Elmer 
enjoyed watching his children's softball games and the Brillion High School 
football and basketball games and closely followed the Milwaukee Brewers. He 
worked diligently to make the backyard garden flourish in his retirement years. 
Elmer belonged to the Bloedor Becker Jensen American Legion Post 126 in Brillion, 
West Maple Grove Hunting Club, National FFA Lifetime Member, Union Local 301, and 
Holy Family Parish.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Margaret Schuh; granddaughter, 
Amber Doughty; brothers, John II, Henry (Lillian); sisters, Susie Schaffer and 
Theresa Rasmussen; brothers-in-law, Art Kolbe, Vance Bastian, Leo Reinke and Alden 
Bratz; sisters-in-law, Rita Kaderabek and Alice Bratz; and father-in-law and mother-
in-law, Herman and Minnie Bratz.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 28, 2011, at Holy 
Family Parish, Brillion. Officiating at the Mass will be the Rev. Timothy Brandt 
with burial at Kasson Cemetery. Military Rites will be accorded by the American 
Legion Post, Brillion.
Friends may call at church on Monday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of the 
service at 11 a.m.
The Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, is assisting the Schuh family with arrangements. 
Online condolences may be made at www.wieting-funeral-home.com
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter


GEORGE SCHUH

George W. Schuh, 76, of Rt. 2, Brillion, died unexpectedly Monday at Bellin 
Memorial Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Wieting Funeral Home and 
at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Leonard Woelfel 
will officiate and burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson, Wis.
Mr. Schuh was born Oct. 15, 1894, in the Town of Maple Grove, Manitowoc County, 
son of the late Sebastian and Margaret Tienor Schuh. He married Lauretta Manlick 
June 7, 1927, at Kasson. He was engaged in farming all his life. Mr. Schuh was 
a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, the Holy Name Society and a 54 year member 
of the Catholic Knights.
Survivors include his wife; six sons, (private); five daughters, (private); two 
brothers, John of Brillion and Edward of Reedsville, and 33 grandchildren. A son, 
two sisters and three brothers preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where a wake service 
will be at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 29, 1970  P. 5
*********
Notes from West Maple Grove:
Tuesday, June 7, Loretta, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Manlick and George 
Schuh, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian Schuh, both well known young people of this 
locality were united in marriage at the Holy Trinity Church at 9:00 in the morning, 
Rev. Garthaus officiating.
The bride was attired in white silk. Anna Manlick, sister of the bride who acted 
as bridesmaid was attired in a pretty pale orchid dress. The best man, cousin of 
the groom, was Emery Geiger. After the ceremony, a dinner was served at the home 
of the bride's parents to immediate relatives. All the county round is extending 
the best wishes to both young people. The newlyweds took a trip to the Northern 
Lakes and will be at home at the groom's farm on June 15.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 16, 1927


JOHN SCHUH    (d. 1973)

John Schuh, 81, of 129 Park St., Brillion, a retired farmer, died Sunday 
evening at his home after a lingering illness.
He was born March 22, 1892 in the Town of Maple Grove, Manitowoc County, 
son of the late Sebastian and Margaret Deinor Schuh.
On Oct. 10, 1922 he married Margaret Brown.  The couple farmed in the 
Brillion area until retiring in 1957 and moving to Brillion.
He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion, its Holy Name 
Society and a half-century member of the Catholic Knights.
Survivors are his widow; six daughters, five sons, 56 grandchildren and 
five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Edward of rural Reedsville.
A son, John Jr., two sisters and three brothers preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Wieting Funeral Home, 
Brillion, and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church.  The Rev. Raymond
Dowling, pastor, will be celebrant of the funeral Mass.  Burial will be 
in Kasson Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday until the time 
of services Wednesday.  Wake service will be at 8:15 p.m. Tuesday at the 
funeral home.
The Sheboygan Press, Monday, March 26, 1973 – P. 16
*******
(22 Mar 1892/Mar 1973/SSDI)


LAURETTA SCHUH

Mrs. Lauretta Schuh, 72, of Route 2, Brillion, died unexpectedly at her home 
Friday, February 29, of an apparent heart attack. 
The former Lauretta Manlich was born Oct. 2, 1907, in the town of Maple Grove, 
Manitowoc County, daughter of Joseph and Mary Weins Manlich. 
On June 7, 1927, she married George Schuh at Kasson, Manitowoc County. The couple 
operated a farm in the town of Maple Grove. Her husband died in 1970. She moved 
to rural Brillion in 1976. Mrs. Schuh was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, 
Brillion and its Christian Mothers Society.
Survivors are five daughters, Mrs. Theodore (Elizabeth) Geise of Hilbert, Sisters 
Clara Schuh of Clarks Mills, Mrs. Francis (Monica) Dresang of Route 1, Reedsville; 
Mrs. Glenmore (Regina) Fischer and Mrs. Richard (Helen) Fischer, both of Brillion; 
six sons, Richard of Kellnersville, Norbert of Route 1, Reedsville; Irwin of Maribel, 
Anthony of Brillion, Sebastian of Route 2, Brillion, and George of Whitelaw; a sister, 
Mrs. Cecelia Kamke of Kaukauna; a brother, Frank Manlich of Kiel; 40 grandchildren 
and two great grandchildren. 
A son and two sisters preceded her in death.
A funeral Mass was offered at 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 3, at St. Mary Catholic Church 
by the Rev. John O'Brien, pastor, The Mass was preceded by family rites at 10 a.m. 
at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion. Burial was in Kasson Cemetery.
Chilton Times, March 6, 1980
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(02 Oct 1907/Feb 1980/SSDI)
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Notes from West Maple Grove:
Tuesday, June 7, Loretta, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Manlick and George 
Schuh, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian Schuh, both well known young people of this 
locality were united in marriage at the Holy Trinity Church at 9:00 in the morning, 
Rev. Garthaus officiating.
The bride was attired in white silk. Anna Manlick, sister of the bride who acted 
as bridesmaid was attired in a pretty pale orchid dress. The best man, cousin of 
the groom, was Emery Geiger. After the ceremony, a dinner was served at the home 
of the bride's parents to immediate relatives. All the county round is extending 
the best wishes to both young people. The newlyweds took a trip to the Northern 
Lakes and will be at home at the groom's farm on June 15.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 16, 1927


MAGGIE SCHUH    (d. 1942)

Mrs. Sebastian Schuh, 79, nee Margaret Tienor, died Thursday morning at the home 
of her son, John Schuh, in Kasson, Calumet county. She had been in failing health 
for several months.
Funeral services will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic church at Brillion at 9:30 
Monday morning, the body lying in state at the Luecker funeral home at Brillion 
until the hour of services. Interment will be in the cemetery of Holy Trinity 
Catholic church at Kasson.
Mrs. Schuh was born in Rockland township, Feb. 19?, 1863. Sixty years ago she 
married Sebastian Schuh and the couple farmed in the town of Maple Grove until Mr. 
Schuh’s death 18 years ago. Mrs. Schuh then moved to Brillion where she resided 
until recently.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Leo Schumacher, Brillion, and Mrs. Anton Damate, 
Waukegan, Ill.; four sons, Joseph, John and George, near Brillion, and Edward, 
near Reedsville, one sister, Mrs. Matt Lensmire, Reedsville; and 41 grandchildren. 
Two sons preceded her in death.
The rosary will be recited at the funeral home Saturday evening.
She was a member of the Christian Mothers society of St. Mary’s church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 29, 1942  P. 4


MARGARET SCHUH    (d. 1980)

Mrs. Margaret Schuh, 79, of 129 Park St., Brillion, died Wednesday, December 3, 
at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton, following a long illness.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m Saturday at Wieting Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate 
and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery.
Mrs. Schuh, nee Margaret Braun, was born Oct. 14, 1901, at Brillion, daughter 
of the late Peter and Theresa Zipperer Braun. She was married to John Schuh 
Oct. 10, 1922, and farmed with her husband in the Brillion area until 1962, 
when they moved to Brillion. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and 
Christian Mothers Society of the church. Mr. Schuh preceded her in death in 
1973.
Survivors include five sons, Elmer, Arnold and James of Brillion, Bernard of 
Combined Locks and Henry of Reedsville; six daughters, Mrs. Grace Kolbe and Mrs. 
Charles (Lucy) Meyer of Chilton, Mrs. Leo (Mary) Reinke and Mrs. John (Sylvia) 
Schaffer of Hilbert, Mrs. Vance (Margaret) Bastian of Forest Junction and Mrs. 
Poul (Theresa) Rasmussen of Brillion; a brother, Anthony Braun of Brillion; a 
sister, Mrs. Ervin Pick of Jefferson, Wis., 64 grandchildren and 25 great grand-
children. Two sons, four brothers and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday until 
the time of service. The Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Friday by Christian 
Mothers Society and a parish vigil service will be at 8:15 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, December 4, 1980 P.3
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(14 Oct 1901/Dec 1980/SSDI)
(real baptismal name, Theresa)(bapt. name and death date sent in by family 
researcher-see contrib. page)


SEBASTIAN SCHUH    (d. 1922)

Sebastian Schuh, Jr. whose death we chronicled last week is the son of Mr. and 
Mrs. Sebastian Schuh, and was born in the town of Maple Grove April 29, 1899. 
He was not married and has lived at home with his parents all his life, a loyal 
and industrious son.  
He is survived by his parents, four brothers, Joseph, John, George and Edward, 
all of Maple Grove and two sisters, Mrs. Leo Schumacher of Brillion and Miss 
Mary Schuh of Chicago. 
The funeral was held last Saturday services being conducted at Kasson Catholic 
Church, Rev. Garthaus officiating.  The pall bearers were selected from the 
local Branch of Catholic Knights of which the deceased was a member. Interment 
was in the Catholic Cemetery at Kasson. 
Brillion News – December 8, 1922
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Notes from West Maple Grove:
Sebastian Schuh Jr., 28 years of age, died Thanksgiving Day morning, after an 
illness of about 2 months. Deceased was born and brought up here, being the son 
of Sebastian Schuh Sr., and wife. The deceased is survived by his parents, four 
brothers and two sisters. Those from outside attending the funeral were Mr. and
Mrs. Joseph Schuh of Manitowoc, Mr. and Mrs. Wencel Deines and Mr. and Mrs. John 
Schmidt of Cato, Mr. and Mrs. Linsmeyer of Franklin, Mr. and Mrs. Schuh, Mr. 
George Zipperer and Blas. Meile of Whitelaw The funeral took place Saturday at 
9 o'clock am from the Holy Trinity Church at Kasson.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 7, 1922


SEBASTIAN SCHUH    (d. 1926)

Sylvester (sic) Schuh, a well known resident of the town of Maple Grove, died 
last Saturday at the age of 68 years. The deceased was born at Menasha in 1858. 
In 1882 he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Denore (sic) at Rockland, 
the sorrowing widow who now survives.  
Surviving the decedent are four sons, Joseph, John, George and Edward Schuh, 
all of this community. Also two daughters, Mrs. Margaret Schumacher of Brillion, 
Mrs. Mary Demott of Waukegan. One brother, Joseph lives at Manitowoc, another, 
George lived at Whitelaw. There are two sisters, Mrs. Anna Schuck of Menasha 
and Mrs. Frances Zipperer of Whitelaw.  
He was a member of the Catholic Knights and of the Holy Name Society and for a 
number of years was school district clerk. The funeral took place yesterday, 
services being conducted in the Catholic church at Kasson, Rev. A. Garthaus 
officiating. 
Brillion News – December 10, 1926


WILHELM SCHUH

William Schuh, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian Schuh of Maple Grove, died last 
Tuesday, suffering a stroke of apoplexy. Besides the parents, the deceased 
is survived by five brothers, Joseph, John, George, Edward and Sebastian and 
by two sisters, Mrs. Schumacher and Mrs. Mary Domato of Milwaukee. He was a 
member of the Catholic congregation at Kasson. The funeral took place today 
from the Kasson Catholic Church,  Rev. Garthaus conducting the funeral services.  
Brillion News – Feb. 1, 1918
*********
(Note: On the 1900 Maple Grove census:
Sebastian Schuh age 52; Maggie age 47; children: Joseph age 25; Maggie age 23;
Mary age 21; William age 19; John age 17; George age 1?; Eduard age 13;
Sebastian age 11; Charles age 9.
It appears the d. date on the stone is incorrect.


BERNHARD SCHWANDNER

SCHWANDNER – B. Schwandner, one of the oldest and best known residents of this 
section died last week Tuesday, at the advanced age of ninety years. Decedent 
is survived by one son, William. A sister also survives him. The funeral took 
place from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Friday, Rev. Sprangers officiating.  
Brillion News, December 7, 1906
*******
The following from the Manitowoc Civil War Roundtable:

Born: August 20, 1816

1860 Federal Census: WI, Manitowoc County, Maple Grove:
Bardel Schwandner, 45, Farm Laborer, RE 300, bBaden
Magdalene Schwandner, 40, b Baden
Chd: Bardel-19, Leobold-16, both b Baden

Enlisted: August 11, 1862 as a Private from Menasha, WI (as SCHUVANDER, BERTHOLD)
Wounded: Chaplin Hills
Mustered Out: January 4, 1863

1870 Federal Census: WI, Manitowoc County, Maple Grove:
Bernerd Swintenes, 50, Farmer, RE 2000, PE 422,b Baden
Caroline Swintenes, 45 Housekeeping, b Baden
Chd: William-23 b Baden

1880 Federal Census: WI, Manitowoc County, Maple Grove:
Bernhart Schwantner, 63, Farmer, b Baden
Carolina Schwantner, 65, Wife, Keeping House, b Baden

1885 Soldiers & Sailors of the Late War, Residing in Wisconsin, 
1885: Berthold Schwantner, Pvt, I 26WI, Post Office Brillion
Buried at Emanuel Evang. E.U.B.: 
Carolina, Gattin von B. Schwander, geb 29 Jan 1814, gest. 19 Marz 1894.
Died: November 27, 1906

Buried: Holy Trinity Kasson Cemetery, Maple Grove, WI
Gravesite: 
“SCHWANDNER: Bernhard, geb. 20 Aug. 1816, gest. 27 Nov. 1906” US War


WILHELMINA TRAXLER

Mrs. Jos. Traxler died at her home last Tuesday evening at the age of 41 years, 
survived by her husband and four children. The funeral took place today from 
Kasson Catholic Church. The NEWS extends its sincere sympathy to the sadly 
bereaved family.
Brillion News, Fri., OCt. 23, 1908


WILLIAM WALL

Wm. Wall died Wednesday of this week at his residence near Kasson. He was 78 
years of age and leaves a family. Funeral services will be held today.
Brillion News, Fri., Feb. 4, 1898
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(First publication Feb. 10, 1898) No. 7
STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of William Wall, deceased.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of William 
Wall of Maple Grove, in said County, having been delivered into said court.
And Thomas Wall, of Maple Grove in said county, having presented to said court his 
petition in writing duly verified, representing, among other things that said 
William Wall died testate at Maple Grove, in said county, on the 1st day of February, 
1898, that said instrument is the last will of said deceased, and that petitioner 
is named therein as executor and praying that said instrument be proven and admitted 
to Probate and that letters testamentary thereon be issued to said petitioner.
It is ordered, That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of 
said last will and testament be taken, at a special term of said county court, to 
be held at the office of the County Judge in the city and county of Manitowoc, on 
Tuesday, the 8th day of March 1898, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be given 
by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the 
time of said hearing in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper published in said Manitowoc 
county.
Dated February 7th 1898.
By the Court,
J.S. Anderson, County Judge.
Nash & Nash, Attorney.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 17, 1898 P. 2


ELIZABETH WEINS

Notes from West Maple Grove:
Mrs. Elizabeth Weins died at her home on March 26th.Decedent was born here in 
1856. In 1879 she was united in marriage to Jos. Weins at Kasson and in 1881 the 
couple took up their residence on the farm here. Surviving her are the husband 
and three children, John at home and Mrs. Mary Manlick and Mrs. Elizabeth Moser 
from here. The funeral was held the 30th of March from the Kasson Catholic Church, 
Rev. Garthaus officiating, assisted by Rev. Hauch of Morrison and Rev. Dacker of 
Reedsville.
The pallbearers were Alb. Nagel, Adolph Ecker, Jos. Wittmann, Jos. Pritzl, Paul 
Moser Sr. and Sebastian Schuh. Those from a distance who attended the funeral were 
Mrs. Mary Weins, Joe Weins, Mike Schydiak of Athens; Mr. and Mrs. Louis Giese of 
Stevens Point; Mrs. J. P. Case and daughter of Fond du Lac; Gertrude Ecker and Geo. 
Ecker of Birnamwood; Mrs. Anna Busse of ?; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Tuschel, Mr. and Mrs. 
Frank Tuschel, Mrs. Mary Denk, Mr. and Mrs. Gil Rappel of Clarks Mills; Mr. and Mrs. 
Millie Screiba and son of Darboy; Joe Traxler and Mfrs. Elizabeth Schwartzbauer of 
Menasha; Chas. Fritsch and family of Morrison; Messrs and Mrs. Mike Weins, Math 
Nielles Sr., Math Scheafer, Moe Knier and John Ecker of Hilbert; Anton Kleiber of 
Manitowoc; Mr. and Mrs. Anton Zipperer of Grimms; Mrs. Alb Renk of De Pere; Mr. and 
Mrs. Tony Pritzl of Greenleaf.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 9, 1925


JOSEPH WEINS

Hold Funeral Services For Joseph Weins, 81 
Funeral services for Joseph Weins, 81, who died at his farm home three miles 
northeast of Brillion, were held this morning at the Trinity Catholic church 
at Kasson, Wis. Interment was in the Kasson cemetery.
Mr. Weins was born in Germany in 1855 and came here with his parents in 1862. 
He married Elizabeth Kleiber in Reedsville in 1878. She died 11 years ago.
Survivors are a son, John; two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Manlick and Mrs. Paul 
Moser, all of Brillion.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 24, 1936  P. 2


ANNA WERNER

Former Pioneer of Maple Grove Dies Sunday at Appleton
Mrs. Anna Werner, 87, widow of Herman Werner and a pioneer resident of Maple 
Grove, passed away Sunday at the home of her son, Dennis at Appleton, where 
she had been residing. She fell and fractured her hip last August and has been 
confined to her bed ever since. Her maiden name was Anna Hickey and she was 
born in Ireland in 1844 coming to this county with her parents at an early age. 
The family first located at Waukesha and then moved to Maple Grove. There she 
was married to Herman Werner and they resided on a farm for many years and later 
located at Seymour. Her husband passed away twenty-five years ago. A family of 
eight sons survive.
Burial will take place Wednesday morning at ten o’clock from the St. Marys Church 
in Brillion with interment in the Kasson Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News – Tuesday, Dec. 8, 1931 – page 11


DAVID A. WITTMANN

David A. Wittmann, 34 months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Wittmann, of Rt. 1, 
Reedsville, died Saturday afternoon at home after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, 
and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion, with the Rev. Raymond 
Schauer officiating. Burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson.
He was born July 19, 1955, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, son of Allen and 
Rita Geiger Wittmann.
Survivors include his parents, a brother Gerald, and sister, Jane, at home, 
maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Geiger Sr., and paternal grandparents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Wittmann of Rt. 2. Brillion. 
Friends may call at the funeral home where the rosary will be recited at 8 o’clock 
this Monday evening. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 26, 1958  P. 15