ST. JOHN - ST. JAMES EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH OBITUARIES

GARY JAEGER

Gary L. Jaeger, 33, of 3517 County Highway J, Cato, died unexpectedly Saturday 
afternoon, Jan. 12, as a result of a snowmobile accident.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John and St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial will be 
in West Side Church cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Jaeger was born Dec. 2, 1951, at Manitowoc, son of Harold and Lucille Lau 
Jaeger. He was employed by Behnke Grain Systems of Reedsville. He married Lindy 
Haelfrisch, Sept, 28, 1974, at St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. 
Mr. Jaeger was a member of Reed-Way Sportsmens Club, past president and board 
member of Collins Snowmobile Club.
Survivors include his wife, Lindy; his parents, Harold and Lucille Jaeger of 
Manitowoc; a son, Eric at home; two daughters, Heidi and Jill at home; a sister 
and brother-in-law, Joan and Jim Mattes of Route 1, Valders; his mother-in-law, 
Mrs. Anita Haelfrisch of Route 2, Reedsville; four sisters-in-law and six brothers-
in-law, Kathy and Paul Kiekaefer of Route 3, Reedsville, Randy and Nolan Haelfrisch 
of Conroe, Texas, Kristi and Tom Sebo of Route 3, Reedsville, Nancy and Stan 
Wehausen of Valders and Mark and Giles Haelfrisch of Route 2, Reedsville.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and until 11 
a.m. Wednesday and then at the church from noon until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, January 14, 1985 P. 3


HENRETTE JANTZ

Mrs. Hattie Jantz, a highly respected pioneer of Hilbert, passed over the river 
to her final home beyond, Monday morning at the age of 86 years, while visiting 
her daughter, Mrs. Gust Jones at Park Falls.  
She has been sickly for the past year or more and her condition was very critical 
at times, but she rallied each time and not until Monday morning did the fatal 
hour come when her pure spirit passed over the river to the Heavenly Home. Mrs. 
Jantz's qualities made her dear to those who knew her best.  
Mrs. Jantz was born in Germany in 1824 where she spent a number of her girlhood 
days and later came to this country and was married. Her husband died about 14 
years ago, and since that time has made her home at the home of her son, Edw. 
Jantz of this village.
Those who survive her are six daughters and three sons, Mrs. H. Jodar of Plymouth, 
Mrs. Gust Jones of Park Falls, Mrs. P. H. Warner of Chicago, Mrs. Anton Indra of 
Green Bay, Mrs. Chas. Schroeder of Stradford, Gust of Laona, Adolph of Shawano 
and Edw. of here. They were all present at the funeral which was held at Reedsville 
Thursday. 
The interment took place in the Reedsville cemetery where her husband was laid to 
rest 14 years ago.
Hilbert Favorite - February 17, 1910


EMMA JONAS

Mrs. John Jonas, 85, of Reedsville, died Saturday morning at home. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John-St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Hering will officiate and burial 
will be in West Side Cemetery, Reedsville. 
Mrs. Jonas was born Oct 15, 1883, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the 
late August and Albertina Maertz Zimmermann. She was married to John Jonas 
Nov. 10, 1909, at Reedsville. 
They farmed in the Town of Rockland until 1948 when they retired and moved to 
Reedsville. 
Survivors include her husband and two brothers, Herman and John of Rt. 1, 
Reedsville. Two brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may 
call at the Reedsville Funeral Home after 1 p.m. Monday until 10:30 a.m. 
Tuesday and then at the church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, February 22, 1969  P. 3 


JOHN JONAS

John Jonas, 86, of Reedsville, died Thursday evening at Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. John and St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Robert Wendland will officiate and burial 
will be at West Side church cemetery.
Mr. Jonas was born Feb. 15, 1884, in Town of Rockland, son of the late Charles 
and Augusta Birkholtz Jonas. He married Emma Zimmerman, Nov. 10, 1909. They 
farmed in Town of Rockland retiring in 1948 and then moving to Reedsville. His 
wife preceded him in death.
Survivors include two sisters Mrs. George (Emma) Schultz of Manitowoc and Mrs. 
Harold (Laura) Steiner of Milwaukee; and nieces and nephews. Three sisters and 
four brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 3 p.m. Saturday until 12 noon 
Sunday and then at the church until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday. June 26, 1970


FRIEDA JUEDES

Mrs. Otto (Frieda) Juedes, 66, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died Tuesday evening 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at St. John-St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Robert Wendland will officiate and 
burial will be in West Side Church Cemetery, Reedsville. 
Mrs. Juedes, nee Frieda Voeltz, was born March 28, 1904, in Town of Maple Grove, 
daughter of the late Ernest and Wilhelmina Ziemer Voeltz. She was married to Otto 
Juedes June 16, 1926. Her husband preceded her in death in 1937. Mrs. Juedes was 
a member of the Brookside Homeakers Club.
Survivors include a daughter, (private); and seven grandchildren. A sister and 
three brothers preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Thursday until 10:30 a.m. 
Friday and then at the church until the time of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 13, 1970  P. 26 


OTTO JUEDES

Otto Juedes Rites Will Be Thursday 
Reedsville, Wis-The funeral of Otto Juedes, 49, town of Maple Grove farmer 
who died Sunday morning in a Green Bay hospital, will be held Thursday. A 
service will be conducted at the farm home north of here at 1 p.m. and 
another will be held at 1:20 p.m. at the SS. John and James Lutheran church 
in Reedsville. Burial will be in the Reedsville west side cemetery. 
Mr. Juedes was born June 19, 1887, in the town of Maple Grove. He was married 
June 16, 1926, to Miss Frieda Voeltz, who survives him. For some time he was 
treasurer of the Reedsville district 3 school district. He operated a farm 
and a threshing rig. 
Survivors besides the widow include a daughter, (private); a sister, Mrs. Osso 
Kurth, town of Maple Grove; two brothers, Fred and Richard, town of Maple Grove; 
and a step-brother, August, of Peshtigo. 
Mr. Juedes had been ill for several weeks. 
Sheboygan Press, Tuesday, March 23, 1937  P. 10 


AUGUST KANTER

August Kanter, 79, Dies At Home in Greenleaf
GREENLEAF, Wis.-
August Kanter, 79, was found dead in his bed by a stepdaughter here Friday morning. 
Coroner Orlen Miller said that he had apparently died in his sleep and there will 
be no inquest.
The body was take to the Schwartz funeral home and will be taken to the family home 
late today. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 Monday afternoon at the home, and 
at 2 o'clock at St. Paul's Lutheran church. Burial will take place at Reedsville.
Survivors include a brother, Karl, and five nephews and two nieces.
Green Bay Press Gazette, Saturday, June 13, 1942 P. 19


BERTHA KANTER

Mrs. Carl Kanter, 80, of Rockland, died last night at the farm home now operated 
by her son, Edward. 
She was born Bertha Radandt in Rockland in 1868 and in 1896 was married to Mr. 
Kanter. They located on the present farm. The couple observed its golden wedding 
anniversary in 1946. 
Survivors are the husband; son, Edward of Rockland; daughter, Eleanor at home; 
brother, Albert of Manitowoc Rapids; sister, Mrs. William Schroeder of Milwaukee. 
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Reedsville Cooperative 
funeral home and at 2 o'clock at the St. John-James Evangelical Lutheran church, 
Reedsville, with burial in the Reedsville west side cemetery. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Thursday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, December 15, 1948  P. 2 


CARL KANTER

Carl A. Kanter, 78, retired town of Rockland farmer, died suddenly Sunday evening 
of a heart attack at the farm home, now operated by a son, Edward.
Although he had been confined to his bed for the past week, Mr. Kanter had been 
in previous good health. 
Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Reedsville funeral home and at 
2 o'clock at the Sts. John and James Evangelical Lutheran church in Reedsville 
with the Rev. Elwood Haberman officiating. Burial will be in the Westside cemetery 
in Reedsville.
Born in Eaton in 1871, Mr. Kanter married the former Bertha Radant in 1896 and moved 
to the Rockland farm which he operated for 58 years until it was taken over by his son. 
Mrs. Kanter preceded her husband in death just a year ago. The couple had celebrated 
its golden wedding anniversary in 1946. 
In addition to the son, the only other survivor is a daughter, Miss Eleanore, also 
residing on the home farm.
Friends may call at the Reedsville funeral home from 7 p.m. Tuesday until the time 
of services Thursday morning. Thursday afternoon (sic). 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 19, 1949  P. 2 


ELEONORE W. KANTER

Eleonore W. Kanter, 84, of Chilton Village Nursing Home, formerly of Hilbert, 
died Saturday afternoon, Nov. 21, at the nursing home.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John-St. James Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial will be in Westside 
Cemetery, Reedsville.
Miss Kanter was born June 14, 1897, in the Town of Rockland, Manitowoc County, 
daughter of the late Carla nd Bertha Radandt Kanter. She was a housekeeper, and 
for the last few years made her home with her brother, Edward, in Hilbert. She 
was a member of St. John-St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
Survivors include cousins, distant relatives and many friends. She was preceded 
in death by her parents, and her brother, Edward, May 7, 1981.
Friends may call at Kapitzke Funeral Home, Hilbert, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday 
and Wednesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, November 23, 1981 P. 3
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(14 Jun 1897/Nov 1981/SSDI)


MARIA KANTER

Mrs. Aug. Kanter of Reedsville, died on Christmas day, at the age of 51 years, 
survived by a husband, four sons, and an aged mother. The funeral took place 
last Wednesday and was attended by Mr. and Mrs. Albert Kanter and Mr. and Mrs. 
Chas. Buboltz of our city.
Brillion News, December 30, 1910


SOPHIA KANTER

Mrs. August Kanter, 77, died at her home in Greenleaf, Brown county, following 
a recent stroke. Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon, with interment 
at Reedsville. 
Survivors include the widower, three sons and a three daughters, all by a 
previous marriage. 
The body is at the Schwartz funeral home in Morrison. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 30, 1939  P. 2 
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Reedsville:
Mrs. Frank Zahn and Aug. Kanter, both formerly here were united in marriage in 
Michigan a few weeks ago. Both of the contracting parties are well known here 
and have the well wishes of a host of friends. They will take up their abode 
here in the residence owned by Mrs. Zahn.
Brillion News, Fri., June 5, 1908


ALBERTINA KLANN

Mrs. Albertina Klann, 89, formerly of Reedsville, died Sunday morning at 
Maple Crest Sanitorium, Whitelaw, where she had been a resident of the 
section for the aged. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Henry Heckendorf 
officiating. Burial will be in West Side Church Cemetery. 
Mrs. Klann, nee Albertina Rusch, was born May 13, 1876, in the Town of 
Maple Grove, daughter of the late Christian and Henrietta Brehmer Rusch. 
She was married to Ernst Klann Nov. 15, 1898, at Reedsville. The couple 
farmed north of Reedsville, and following the death of her husband, Mrs. 
Klann moved to the village. 
Survivors include nieces and nephews. A daughter and two sons preceded her 
in death. 
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday and 
at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 14, 1965  P. 15 


EDWARD KLANN

Edward E. Klann, 85, of Rt. 4, Chilton, died Monday, August 5, at Chilton Village 
Nursing Home.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John St. James Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate with burial in the Westside 
Cemetery, Reedsville.
He was born April 21, 1906, in the town of Rockland, son of the late William and 
Wilhelmina Bubolz Klann. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He farmed 
in the town of Rockland and also worked at the Foley Co. in Chilton. He was a 
member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
Survivors include one sister, Sara Klann of Reedsville; nieces and nephews. He was 
preceded in death by three sisters and eight brothers.
Friends may call at St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville, on Wednesday 
from 12 noon to the hour of service.
Herald Times Reporter, August 6, 1991 P. B8


EDWIN KLANN

Edwin C. Klann, 59, of Reedsville, died Wednesday at Manitowoc County Hospital 
of a coronary. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at St. John-St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Harvey Heckendorf officiating. Burial 
will be in Westside Church Cemetery. 
Mr. Klann was born Sept. 3, 1905, son of the late Ernst and Albertina Rusch 
Klann. He never married. His father, a brother and a sister preceded him in 
death. 
He is survived by his mother of Maple Crest Nursing Home, Whitelaw. 
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Thursday until after 
10:30 a.m. Friday and then at the church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, March 2, 1965  P. 25 


ERNST KLANN

Ernst Klann, 88, residing on a small farm just north of Reedsville, died this 
morning following a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Reedsville Cooperative 
funeral home and at 2 o'clock at the St. John-James Evangelical Lutheran church. 
Burial will be in the church cemetery. 
Mr. Klann was born in Germany in 1860 and came to Manitowoc county with his 
parents and in 1898 married Miss Albertina Rusch. In 1904 they located on the 
present farm. 
He is survived by his wife; two sons, Otto of Green Bay and Edward of this city. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Saturday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 10, 1948  P. 2 


FRIEDA KLANN    (d. 1926)

REEDSVILLE…The funeral of Frieda Klann, who died at the hospital at Manitowoc 
Monday, was held from the home of her parents Tuesday, the body being taken to 
Lutheran church at 1 o'clock, Rev. H. Koch officiated at the funeral. Burial 
took place at the Lutheran cemetery, south west of the village. The funeral was 
largely attended. Miss Klann is survived by her parents and two brothers. She 
was twenty-three years old at the time of her death.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 30, 1926  P. 7 


FRIEDA B. KLANN    (d. 1962)

Mrs. Henry Klawn (sic), 59, of the Town of Rockland, died Saturday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John and St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. John Wendland officiating. Burial will 
be in the church cemetery.
She was born Jan. 11, 1903, in the Town of Rockland, daughter of Ernest and the 
late Annie Schroeder Wagner. She was married to Henry Klawn April 15, 1931. The 
couple operated a farm in the Town of Rockland area. She was a member of the 
Ladies Aid of her church.
Among survivors are her husband, two sons, William and Harland, and a daughter 
Lavida, at home; her father, Ernst Wagner, of the Town of Rockland; two brothers, 
Walter of Manitowoc and Daniel of Menomonie Falls and two sisters, Mrs. Anton 
Schroeder and Mrs. Ruben Hederwitz of Brillion.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday when the 
casket will be moved to the church and the body will lie in state to time of 
service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 2, 1962  P. 13


GUSTAVE KLANN

Gustave Klann, 89, of Rt. 4, Chilton, died Monday morning at Calumet Memorial 
Hospital, Chilton.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at St. John and St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate with burial 
in Westside Church Cemetery. 
Mr. Klann was born Aug. 17, 1887, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late 
William and Wilhelmina Bubolz Klann. He was a veteran of World War I and never 
married.
Survivors include four brothers, Edward and Alfred, of rural Chilton, Louis, of 
Sturgeon Bay and Frederick, of Lakewood, Calif.; three sisters, Miss Sarah Klann, 
of rural Chilton, Mrs. Anna Lau, of Potter and Mrs. Hubert (Alvina) Haese, of 
rural Hilbert and nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and at the 
church from noon Friday unil the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Tuesday, October 12, 1976  P. 3 


HARLAN KLANN

Harlan Klann, age 65, of 22307 Poplar Grove Rd., Chilton, died unexpectedly on 
Saturday, May 29, 1999, at his home.
He was born May 3, 1934, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late Henry and 
Frieda (Wagner) Klann.
Harlan farmed the family homestead in the Town of Rockland his entire life. He 
was a member of St. John-St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
Survivors include a brother, William Klann, and a sister, Lavida Klann.
Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 2, at 2 p.m. at St. John-St. 
James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Timothy L. Nommensen will officiate. 
Burial will be in the West Side Cemetery.
Friends may call at the church on Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. until the time of 
service.
The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 1, 1999 P. A2


HENRY G. KLANN

Henry Klann, 76, of Rockland, died Sunday at home.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John and James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John S. Hering will officiate and burial 
will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Klann was born May 6, 1897, at Rockland, son of the late William and Minnie 
Bubolz Klann. He married Frieda Wagner April 15, 1931.
Survivors include two sons, William and Harland; one daughter, Lavida, at home; 
five brothers, Gustave, Alfred and Edward of Rt. 4, Chilton, Louis of Rt. 1, 
Greenleaf, and Fred of California; three sisters, Mrs. William Lau, Mrs. Hubert 
Haese and Miss Sarah Klann, all of Potter. His wife, two brothers and two sisters 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Tuesday until 10:30 
a.m. Wednesday, then at the church until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 21, 1969  P. 9 


JOSEPHINE KLANN

Josephine Klann, 60, of the town of Rockland, died Saturday evening at the 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be held at the SS John and James Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville, at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Rev. Elwood Habermann will officiate. 
Burial will be in the West Side church cemetery, Reedsvile. 
Miss Klann was born in the town of Rockland in 1891. She had never married. 
Survivors include: four sisters, Mrs. John Haese of Rockland, Mrs. William Lau 
and Mrs. Hubert Haese both of the town of Rantoul, Calumet County, and Sarah at 
home; and eight brothers, Adolph of Cato, Louis of Wayside, Fred of Long Beach, 
Calif., Edward on the home farm, and Gustave, Herman, Henry and Alfred of 
Rockland. 
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home from 7 p.m. Monday until 10 a.m. 
Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 24, 1952  P. 2


LAVIDA KLANN

Lavida Mabel Klann, age 82, formerly of Reedsville, currently of West Haven in 
Brillion, died on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2014.
She was born on January 8, 1932 in the Town of Rockland, daughter of the late 
Henry and Frieda (Wagner) Klann. Lavida helped farm on the family homestead in 
the Town of Rockland most of her life. She was a member of St. John St. James 
Lutheran Church in Reedsville.
Survivors include her godchildren, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death 
by her parents and two brothers, Harlan and her twin, William.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m.on Thursday, September 18, 2014 at St. 
John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Officiating at the service will be the 
Rev. Timothy Nommenson. Burial will take place at Westside Cemetery. Friends may 
call at the church on Thursday from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. The 
family would like to thank West Haven and Heartland Hospice for their care and 
compassion.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sept. 17, 2014


OTTO KLANN

Rites at Reedsville For Otto Klann, 43
Special to Press-Gazette
REEDSVILLE, Wis.-
Otto Klann, 43, died at a Manitowoc hospital Wednesday morning after a brief 
illness. He was the son of Mrs. Ernest Klann, Reedsville, and had never 
married.
Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon. The Rev. Elwood 
Haberman will conduct the rites, and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Green Bay Press Gazette, Friday, June 1, 1951 P. 3


SARAH KLANN

Sarah Klann, age 91, a resident of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, formerly 
of Reedsville, died Monday, June 3, 1996, at the Health Care Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 6, 1996, at St. John St. 
James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate with 
burial in Westside Cemetery.
She was born June 6, 1904, in the town of Rockland, daughter of the late William 
and Wilhelmina (Bubolz) Klann. She farmed with her brothers in the town of 
Rockland her entire life. She was a member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church 
in Reedsville.
Survivors include two sisters-in-law, Cina Klann, Reedsville, Hildegard Klann, 
California; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in 
death by four sisters and eight brothers.
Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, assisted the family with arrangements.
The family would like to offer a special thanks to the nurses and staff of 1 East 
at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Herald Times Reporter, June 5, 1996 P. A2


WILHELMINA KLANN

Mrs. William Klann, 83, of Rockland, died Friday afternoon at Holy Family 
hospital. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Reedsville 
Co-op funeral home and at 2 p.m. at St. John-James Evangelical Lutheran church 
in Reedsville. The Rev. Elwood Haberman will officiate with burial in the 
church cemetery. 
Mrs. Klann, nee Wilhelmina Bubolz, was born in Rockland in 1866 and was married 
to Mr. Klann in 1884. They operated a farm in Rockland until Mr. Klann's death 
in 1928.
Survivors are five daughters, Mrs. John Haese of Cato, Mrs. William Lau and Mrs. 
Hubert Haese of Potter, Josephine and Sarah at home; eight sons, Adolph of Cato; 
Gustav, Herman, Henry, Alfred and Edward of Rockland; Louis of Wayside; and 
Frederick of Bellflower, Calif.; 20 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; brother, 
Albert, of Oshkosh; two step brothers of Marshfield; sister, Mrs. Mary Rusch of 
Quarry; six step sisters, of Marshfield. 
The body may be viewed after 7 o'clock this evening at the Reedsville co-op funeral 
home. The casket will not be opened in church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, August 20, 1949  P. 2 


WILLIAM KLANN   (1928)

APPENDICITIS IS FATAL TO WILLIAM KLANN, COUNTY MAN
Infection from a ruptured appendix last night proved fatal to 
William Klann, 69, who died at the Holy Family hospital after 
being a patient there for about four weeks. In an effort to 
save his life, an operation was resorted to on August 26, but 
the appendix had already burst and the operation proved to be 
fruitless. Funeral arrangements have not been completed and 
details regarding Mr. Klann could not be secured this morning 
but will be published tomorrow. He resided about four miles 
southwest of Reedsville.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, September 26, 1928 Page 2
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Reedsville news:
Prosperous Rockland Farmer Dies At Holy Family Hospital
William Klann, a prosperous farmer residing on a farm about four 
miles southwest of Reedsville died at the Holy Family hospital 
Tuesday night after an illness of several weeks. Mr. Klann was 
born in Germany October 7, 1858 and came to this county with his 
parents in 1863 settling on a farm in Rockland, in 1884 he was 
married to Minnie Buboltz who with thirteen children, eight boys 
and five girls are left to mourn his death. Mr. Klann was a 
prominent member of the Reedsville Lutheran church and will be 
buried from that church Saturday afternoon at 1:30 pm, Rev. H. 
Koch officiating. Interment will be in the Lutheran cemetery south 
of the village. The deceased took an active part in all farm 
organizations and was the owner of several large farms near his 
home.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, September 27, 1928 Page 9


WILLIAM KLANN    (d. 2012)

William Edward Klann, age 80, formerly of Reedsville, currently of Shady Lane 
Nursing Home in Manitowoc, died on Wednesday evening, September 5, 2012.
He was born on January 8, 1932 in the town of Rockland, son of the late Henry 
and Frieda (Wagner) Klann. William farmed the family homestead in the town of 
Rockland most of his life. He was a member of St. John St. James Lutheran 
Church in Reedsville.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Harlan.
Funeral Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at St. 
John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Timothy Nommensen will 
officiate with burial in West Side Cemetery.
Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 12:30 p.m. until the time of 
the service at 1:30 p.m.
Online condolences may be made at www.wietingfuneralhome.com
Herald Times Reporter, September 2012


LAURA KOCH

Mrs. Laura W. Koch, 82, of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, a former Reedsville resident, 
died Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 6, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held 12 noon Saturday at St. John and St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial will be in 
West Side Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mrs. Koch, nee Laura Reinke, was born Aug. 22, 1897, at the Town of Rockland, 
daughter of the late Frank and Augusta Bubolz Reinke. She was married to Adolph 
Rusch at St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. He preceded her in 
death in 1948. She was then married to Reinhold Koch Oct. 29, 1949, at St. John 
and St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. He preceded her in death in 1976.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Helmuth and Evelyn Rusch of New 
Holstein; two daughters and sons-in-law, Lavida and Wally Behnke of Reedsville, 
and Gwen and Karl Olp of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. 
She was preceded in death by her husbands, a grandson, and three brothers.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Friday and at 
the church Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of services. Memorials may be 
made to St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
Herald Times Reporter, November 7, 1979 P. 3
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(b. 22 Aug. 1897/d. Nov. 1979/SSDI)
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Marriage of Adolph Rusch/Laura Reinke
Reedsville Items
Friday evening at 8 o'clock at the parsonage of the Evangelical Zion church the 
solemn words of the marriage ties were pronounced binding in matrimony Miss Laura 
Reinke of Rockland and Adolph Rusch of Reedsville. Mrs. Schneller had decorated 
the home for the happy occasion with flowers and paintings, making it a pleasant 
scene for the happy event. Before the tying of the nuptial knot, Rev. Schneller 
read of Ephecians 5 v. 22-23 and Proverbs 31 v 10-12, especially laying emphasis 
on the words, "Love, love to God and towards each other", after which the solemn 
words spoken binding the two for life. The bride, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank 
Reinke of Rockland, was attired in pink silk trimmed with lace and pearl trimmings 
and also wore a becoming wreath and veil. The groom wore a navy blue suit. He was 
assisted by Edward Reinke, a brother of the bride who acted as best man. Miss 
Pauline Fischer gowned in white embroidery dress was maid of honor. After the 
ceremony the wedding guests partook of a wedding supper at the bride's home. The 
happy couple will reside on the groom's farm a short distance from this village 
where they will be at home to their friends. Good wishes of friends are extended 
for happy wedded life.
Brillion News, Fri., Dec. 19, 1913
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(Note: She subsequently married Reinhold Koch and is buried with him in this cemetery)


REINHOLD KOCH

Reinhold Koch, 74, of Reedsville, died Saturday at St. Vincent 
Hospital, Green Bay. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. James and St. 
John Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlan Kuschel will 
officiate and burial will be in Westside Cemetery, Reedsville. 
Military graveside rites will be conducted by the American Legion 
Post 199, Reedsville. 
Mr. Koch, son of the late Ferdinand and Anna Koch, was born Oct. 22, 
1901, in Germany. He worked for the village of Reedsville for 10 
years and was a bee keeper. He married Laura Rusch, Oct. 29, 1949, 
at Reedsville. 
Survivors include his wife, a step-son, two step-daughters, seven 
step-grandchildren and 13 step-great-grandchildren (names omitted 
for privacy). A sister preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 o'clock this 
Tuesday evening. The body will be moved to the church at noon Wednesday 
to lie in state until the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, September 7, 1976 


AMANDA KOEPPE

Mrs. Frank Koeppe, 61, nee Augusta Schwenke(sic), died Sunday night at the 
family home in the Town of Rockland, after a long illness. Funeral services 
will be held on Thursday at 1 p.m. from the home and at 2 o'clock at the SS 
John James Evangelical Lutheran Church of Reedsville. Burial will be in the 
Westside Church cemetery. The body will be brought to the home from the 
Reedsville Cooperative Association funeral home on Tuesday at 1 p.m.
Mrs. Koeppe was born on August 2, 1881 and was married to Mr. Koeppe on February
 ____.  The couple _____ on the farm where Mrs. Koeppe died yesterday. Survivors 
are the husband, one daughter, Mrs. Ray _____ of Manitowoc; one son, Harold 
Koeppe of Manitowoc; one brother, Albert Schwenke of Valders; one sister, Mrs. 
Arthur Matthias of ____ and three grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Monday, June 8, 1942 -page 2


FRANK E. KOEPPE

Frank E. Koeppe, 79, of 2120 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, a veteran of the 
Spanish-American War, died Saturday afternoon following a lingering 
illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Grace Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. W.W. Gieschen will officiate and 
burial will be in the St. John-St. James Lutheran Cemetery in Reedsville. 
He was born in Wilson, Sheboygan County, in 1874 and when a young man 
enrolled in the Wisconsin National Guard at Sheboygan. When the company 
was mustered into service in the Spanish-American War he went south with 
the unit, serving two years during that war. 
He located in Rockland in 1900, following the carpenter trade, and married 
Miss Amanda Schwanke. They located on a farm in the town. His wife died in 
1942 and the following year he married Mary Devine and they located in 
Manitowoc. He was a member of H. W. Lawton Camp, United Spanish War, Veterans, 
and was a past commander. 
He is survived by his wife; a son, Harold of Manitowoc; daughter, Mrs. Raymond 
Kieselhorst of Manitowoc; four brothers, Fred of Sheboygan, Robert of Cedar 
Grove, Ferdinand of Oostburg and the Rev. Edwin Koeppe of Grand Rapids, Mich.; 
three sisters, Mrs. Herman Grasse of Sister Bay, Mrs. George Sturdivant of 
Sheboygan Falls and Mrs. Clarence Sturdivant of Downey, Calif.; four grand-
children and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Monday 
evening. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Tuesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 18, 1954  P. 13 


JOSEPHINE KRAUS

Mrs. Raymond (Josephine) Kraus, 63, of Route 2, Reedsville, died Friday evening, 
Sept. 18, at Holy Family Extended Care Facility, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial will be in Westside 
Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Kraus was born Sept. 1, 1918, in the Town of Rockland, Manitowoc County, 
daughter of the late Adolph and Ida Last Behnke. She was married to Raymond Kraus, 
Sept. 12, 1939, at St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. She was a 
member and former officer of Ladies Aid Society of the church.
Survivors include her husband; four daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn and Wlliam 
Wunrow of Green Bay, Charlotte and Robert Leist of Route 1, Cato, Rhonda and Antone 
Kaderabek of Hanau, West Germany and Laurel and Reed DeRoche of Manitowoc; two 
brothers, Martin Behnke of Manitowoc and Roland Behnke of Route 2, Brillion; three 
sisters, Mrs. Harold (Helene) Zahn of Manitowoc, Mrs. Orville (Rosalina) Stecker of 
Route 4, Chilton and Mrs. Charles (Sophia) Jandrey of Manitowoc and six grandchildren. 
She was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 o'clock this Sunday afternoon 
and until 11 a.m. Monday and at the chruch from noon until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, September 20, 1981 P. 3


RAYMOND KRAUS

Raymond H. Kraus, age 95, who resided at Wayside Parkview Estates, 
Wayside, died on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2008. 
Raymond was born on May 21, 1912, to Emil and Emma (Ottelein) Kraus. 
He was born, raised and lived at the farm at 1024 County Road W, 
Reedsville, until 2005, when he moved to Wayside. He was a 1929 
graduate of Reedsville High School. He married Josephine Behnke on 
Sept. 12, 1939. She preceded him in death on Sept. 18, 1981. Raymond 
was a long time farmer. He also worked for the U.S. Department of 
Agriculture through the ASCS Program for 23 years, measuring land 
throughout Manitowoc County. He was the town of Rockland assessor 
for 43 years, retiring at the age of 90. He also served as the 
assessor for the town of Maple Grove and the village of Reedsville 
in Manitowoc County, and the town of Rantoul and the village of 
Potter in Calumet County. Raymond was a member of the Manitowoc 
County Farm Bureau and member and treasurer of the Rockland Farm 
Bureau. He served on the town of Rockland election board and was 
a member and former president of the Collins Senior Citizens Club. 
He was an avid hunter and long-time member of the Rockea Hunting 
Club and a former member of the Reed-Way Sportsman Club. Raymond 
was a member of St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, serving 
on the church council, school board, and secretary and sexton of 
the church cemetery association for many years. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
In addition to his wife, Josephine, Raymond was preceded in death 
by his brothers: Elroy Kraus and Marvin (Verona) Kraus; a sister: 
Helen (John) Doka; a brother-in-law: Charles Daley; a niece and 
nephew: Janet and Randall Kraus; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law: 
Helene and Harold Zahn; Roland Behnke; and Charles Jandrey. 
Funeral services will be held at St. John and St. James Lutheran 
Church, 219 Manitowoc St., Reedsville, at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, 
Feb. 7, 2008. The Rev. Timothy Nommensen will officiate. Burial 
will follow at the Westside Church Cemetery. 
Family and friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, 15 N. 
Seventh St., Reedsville, on Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. 
Visitation will continue on Thursday at the church from 9 a.m. 
until the time of service. 
We thank Pastor Nommensen for his many visits. We thank everyone 
at Wayside Parkview Estates for the loving care and kindness given 
to Dad. We also thank the nurses and staff of Aurora VNA Hospice 
for their tender care of our father. God bless you all. Dad's four 
girls (private). 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 6, 2008


ELMER KROENING

Elmer O. Kroening, 77, of Route 1, Reedsville, went to his eternal rest, Monday 
afternoon, Nov. 5, at his residence.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John and St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial will be 
in the Westside Chruch Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Kroening, was born June 26, 1907, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the 
late Reinhard and Caroline Seifeldt Kroening. He farmed in the Town of Maple 
Grove and later was employed at Brillion Iron Works for 21 years, until his 
retirement. Mr. Kroening, was a faithful and lifelong member of St. John and St. 
James Lutheran Church and was an honorary member of Reed-Way Sportsmens Club.
Survivors include his wife, Rose; three daughters and sons-in-law, Ruth Ann and 
Ken Jaeger of Appleton, Rosemary and Kelly McClelland and Kay and Ron Hinkens 
both of Little Chute; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Mildred Kroening of Sheboygan 
and Mrs. Clara Kroening of Brillion; five grandsons, Jeff, Paul, Bryan and Barry 
Jaeger and Joey Hinkens. He was preceded in death by four brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wedneaday (sic) 
and until 11 a.m. Thursday and then at the church from noon until the time of 
services.
Herald Times Reporter, November 6, 1984 P. 3


ROSE KROENING

Rose G. Kroening died Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Hospital with 
family and caregivers at her side.
She was born June 8, 1919, daughter of the late Reinhard and Ella (Pautz) Grimm. 
She attended Brookside School and St. John St. James Lutheran School and graduated 
from Reedsville High School with the class of 1937. Rose married Elmer Kroening 
Sept. 4, 1937. They farmed in the town of Maple Grove. Elmer preceded her in death 
on Nov. 5, 1984.
Rose was a lifelong member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church and a 65+ year 
member of the Ladies Aid. She was a member and past president of the Manitowoc 
County Extension Homemakers, now titled Home and Community Education. She served 
as East District HCE chairman and helped organize her local Club, Brookside 
Homemakers. She was a member and secretary of the first Manitowoc County Committee 
on Aging. Rose was especially proud when at age 80 she was a mentor for the First 
Book program, where volunteers read books to the young children in Head Start and 
they presented the books to the children to encourage lifetime reading. With all 
her activities she found time for her large flower garden, which was her pride and 
joy.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Rose was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two brothers: Lloyd and 
Fritz; and a sister, Ethel.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010 at 12 noon at St. John 
St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Timothy Nommensen will officiate. 
Burial will take place in the West Side Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call at 
the church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the hour of service.
The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements. 
Online condolences may be made at www.wieting-funeralhome.com
The family thanks the many friends and relatives who kept Mom company with phone 
calls, letters, visits, etc, during her widow years, with special thanks to the 
Crestwood Sheelin Cottage caregivers.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 18, 2010


AUGUSTINE KRUEGER

Collins:
Mrs. L. Krueger was relieved of her sufferings by death, Saturday. 
Deceased being 30 years old. Funeral services were held at Reedsville 
Wednesday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 1, 1903  pg. 1
(Note: This appears to be the same woman.)
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KRUEGER: Louis
m: 24 June 1900  (co. mar. index v.7, p.107)
to: Augustina Wunsch
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1902 Dec 27/KRUEGER	Christine/v.7 p.120
"Manitowoc County Pre-1907 Death Index"
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Christine Wunsch Krueger
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name  Christine Wunsch Krueger
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1902
Event Place	Rockland, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Rockland,
Gender	Female
Marital Status	Married
Race  W
Occupation	Housewife
Birth Date	Jul 1876
Birthplace	Manitowoc Co.,
Burial Place	Reedsville, Wis.
Cemetery	Old Lutheran Cemetery
Father's Name	Michael Wunsch
Father's Birthplace	Germany
Mother's Name	Flora Wunsch
Mother's Birthplace	Germany
Spouse's Name  Louis Krueger
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch
citing Death, Rockland, Manitowoc, Wisconsin


THERESA KRUEGER

Mrs. Otto A. Krueger, 79, of Maple Grove, died Sunday at the farm home. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the St. John-St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Wendland will officiate 
and burial will be in the Reedsville West Side Cemetery. 
She was born Theresa Janke Sept. 6, 1876, in Cooperstown and Oct. 28, 1896, 
was married to Otto A. Krueger. He farmed in Cato three years and then moved 
to a farm in Maple Grove. 
Surviving are the husband; two sons, Alfred and Erwin of Maple Grove; daughter, 
Helen of Maple Grove; two sisters, Mrs. John Kohls of Mishicot and Mrs. William 
Knuth of Green Bay. 
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Wednesday. The 
casket will be moved to the church at 10:30 a.m. Thursday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 22, 1955  P. 13
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(Note: Birth date on tombstone doesn't match obit)


OTTO KRUEGER

Otto A. Krueger, 86, died Monday morning at his home in the Town of Maple Grove 
after a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the SS John and James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. John Wendland officiating. Burial will be 
in the church cemetery. 
The deceased was born Jan. 27, 1871 in the Town of Maple Grove, the son of the 
late Gottfried and Jetta Fredrick Krueger. He married Theresa Jahnke Oct. 28, 1896, 
and they farmed near Cato before moving to the present family farm. Mrs. Krueger 
died in 1955. 
Surviving are two sons, Alfred and Ervin, at home, and a daughter Ellen, also at 
home. Two children preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home from 2 p.m. Wednesday until 10:30 
a.m. Thursday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 26, 1957  P. 13 


WILLIAM D. KRUEGER

William D. Krueger, 52, town of Rockland farmer, died Wednesday night at 
his home two miles southwest of Reedsville after a long illness. 
Mr. Krueger was born March 12, 1890, on the homestead where he died, and 
was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. August D. Krueger. On Nov. 25, 1913 
he married Pauline Glasow, Rantoul, Calumet county, who survives him. The 
couple had no children.
Other survivors are a brother, Alfred, Green Bay, and four sisters; Mrs. 
Adolph Krueger, Rockland, Mrs. Robert Boettcher, Brillion, Mrs. Emma Rennert, 
and Mrs. Ferdinand Boettcher, both of Oshkosh. 
The body was taken to the E.J. Shimon funeral home in Reedsville from where 
it will be removed to the home Saturday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock. Funeral 
services will be held Sunday afternoon at 1:30 from the home and at 2 o'clock 
from the SS. John-James Evangelical Lutheran church in Reedsville. The Rev. 
Harold Eckert will officiate. 
Burial will be made in the West Side Evangelical Lutheran cemetery in Reedsville. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 27, 1942  P. 2 


JOHN C. KUEHNE

Jack C. Kuehne (sic), 94, of King, Wisconsin, formerly of Reedsville, passed 
away Tuesday, April 3, 1990, at Riverside Hospital, Waupaca.
Funeral services will be Friday, April 6, at 10 a.m. at St. John St. James 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate and burial 
will be in the Westside Cemetery, Reedsville.
He was born February 4, 1896, in the Town of Newton, son of the late John and 
Margaret Klein Kuehne. He married Minnie Bruss on June 7, 1925, at Reedsville. 
He was a Jeweler in the area for many years. He also served in the United States 
Army during World War I seeing duty in France. Mr. Kuehne was a member of St. 
John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. He was a charter member of the 
American Legion Post No. 199 of Reedsville for 61 years. He was a member of the 
Manitowoc County Bee Keepeers Association and also served on the Reedsville 
Village Board and the Manitowoc County Board.
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, John B. and Henrietta Kuehne 
of Mount Prospect, Illinois, Richard and Marilyn Kuehne of Prairie Du Sac, 
Wisconsin, Paul and Shelley Kuehne of Geneva, Ohio; seven grandchildren. He was 
preceded in death by his wife in August, 1974, one sister and seven brothers.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 5 p.m.to 9 p.m. 
Thursday and on Friday at the church from 8:30 a.m. to the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
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(04 Feb 1896/03 Apr 1990/SSDI)


MINNIE KUEHNE

Mrs. John Kuehne, 73, of Reedsville, died unexpectedly Sunday morning at home. 
Funeral services will be at 2 pm Wednesday at St. John and St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kischel will officiate and burial 
will be in West Side Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Kuehne, nee Minnie Bruss, was born August 13, 1900 at Waltham, Minn., 
daughter of the late Louis C. and Helena Kienbaum Bruss. She was married to 
John C. Kuehne June 7, 1925 at Reedsville. She was a lifelong member of St. 
John and St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church and was active in the Ladies 
Aid Society of the church. She was a member of Reedsville Homemakers and 
Senior Citizens.
Survivors include her husband; three sons, John D. of Mt. Prospect, Ill., 
Richard, of Prairie du Sac and Paul, of Erie, Pa.; a sister, Mrs. Leonetta 
Goldbeck of Reedsville and seven grandchildren. A brother preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 5 to 9 pm Tuesday until 
10:30 am Wednesday and at the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Aug. 5, 1974 page 3
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(13 Aug 1900/Aug 1974/SSDI)


ALVINA KURTH

Mrs. Otto Kurth, 78, of the Town of Maple Grove, Manitowoc County, died at 
2:45 p.m. Monday at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton, after a brief illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John and James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. John Wendland officiating. Burial will 
be in the west side church cemetery. 
Mrs. Kurth was born Alvina Juedes Jan. 14, 1883, in the Town of Maple Grove, 
daughter of the late Fred and Johanna Loeweke Juedes. She was married to Otto 
Kurth Dec. 13, 1905, at Maple Grove and they farmed in the township on the 
Kurth homestead. Her husband preceded her in death two years ago. 
Survivors include two sons, Leonard and Hugo of Rt. 1, Reedsville, Town of 
Maple Grove, and a brother, Richard, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc. 
Friends may call after 2 p.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home until 
10:30 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be moved to the church, where the 
body may be viewed from 11 a.m. until the time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, April 11, 1961  P. 11 


HUGO KURTH

Hugo Kurth, 80, of North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc, formerly of Reedsville, 
died Monday, October 17, 1988, at North Ridge Care Center.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John St. James Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate and burial will be in 
Westwide (sic) Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Kurth was born May 30, 1908, in Maple Grove, son of the late Otto and Alvina 
Judef Kurth. He farmed in the Town of Maple Grove his entire life and was a 
member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
Survivors include a brother, Leonard Kurth of Reedsville.
Friends may call at the church from 1 p.m. Wednesday until the hour of service. 
Wieting-Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, October 18, 1988 P. 14


LEONARD KURTH

Leonard Kurth, age 87, of Route 2, Reedsville, died Monday, 
December 13, 1993, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 15,
1993, at St. Johns-St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
The Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate with burial in 
the Westside Cemetery, Reedsville.
He was born September 23, 1906, in the Town of Maple Grove,
son of the late Otto and Alvina (Juedes) Kurth. He made
his home and worked for the Reinhard and Joan Grimm family
of Reedsville. He was a member of St. Johns-St. James
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the West Maple Grove Hunting
Club. He was a Supervisor and Town Constable for the Town
of Maple Grove.
He is survived by special friends, Rose Kroening, Ethel 
Pautz, Vic and Verona Grimm, Lloyd Grimm, Reinie and Joan 
Grimm, Fern and Al Wolf, Doris Polzin, Ron and Lynn Grimm, 
Karen Blish, Fritz and Helen Grimm. He was preceded in 
death by one brother, Hugo.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville,
from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday (TODAY) and on Wednesday at St.
Johns-St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville, from 9 a.m.
until the time of service.
Herald Times, Dec. 14, 1993 p.A2


OTTO KURTH

Otto Kurth, 84, of Maple Grove, died Wednesday evening at his home. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Sts. John and James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Wendland will officiate and burial 
will be in Westside Church Cemetery, Reedsville. 
Mr. Kurth was born April 27, 1875, in the Town of Maple Grove, Manitowoc County, 
son of the late August and Augustina Krueger Kurth. He married the former Alvina 
Juedes Dec. 13, 1905, at Reedsville. The couple farmed on the homestead farm at 
Maple Grove. Mr. Kurth was a past town supervisor and also was on the school 
board of Brookside School. 
Survivors include the wife, two sons, Leonard of Maple Grove and Hugo at home; 
and four sisters, Mrs. Ernestina Goldbeck of Reedsville, Mrs. Minnie Raabs and 
Mrs. Matilda Schmatz of Milwaukee and Mrs. Louis Maertz of Rt. 1, Reedsville. 
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 2 p.m Friday until 10:30 a.m. 
Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, March 3, 1960  P. 7 


LEONA LANNBRECHT

DIES SATURDAY AT HOMESTEAD 
Services For Mrs. William Lannbrecht Wednesday 
Mrs. William J. Lannbrecht, 45, died Saturday evening at the homestead in 
the town of Cato. She had been in failing health for several months. 
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the home and at 
two o'clock from the Lutheran church at Reedsville. Interment will be in 
the West cemetery, Reedsville.
Born Leona Jerovetz in Montpelier, Kewaunee county in 1890, she married 
William Lannbrecht in 1911. The couple moved to the village of Cato where 
Mr. Lannbrecht was station agent for the North Western road. Two years 
later they located on a farm. 
Survivors are the widower; three daughters, Erna, Ella and Ruth, all at 
home; two sons, Ervin and Edgar, at home; five sisters, Mrs. Louis Schultz 
and Mrs. William Schultz, Franklin, Kewaunee county, Mrs. Albert Schuette, 
Greenwood, Wis., Mrs. Fred Dahlke, Montpellier, Mrs. Arthur Krahn, Grimms. 
The body may be viewed at the home until the hour of the services Wednesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 27, 1936  P. 2 


WILLIAM LANNBRECHT

William Lannbrecht, 69, Cato farmer, died unexpectedly Saturday afternoon at 
the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. He was stricken ___ on arising in the 
morning and died a few hours after removal to the hospital. 
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Reedsville Funeral 
Home and at 2 p.m. at St. John-James Evangelical Lutehran Church, Reedsville. 
The Rev. John Wendland will officiate and burial will be in the West Side Church 
Cemetery.
He was born July 20, 1885, in Oshkosh and in 1911 married Miss Leona Jerovetz. 
For a number of years he was station agent for the North Western Railroad at Cato 
and then moved to a farm north of the village. His wife died in 1936.
Surviving are two sons, Erwin of Rt. 1, Luxemburg, and Edgar on the home farm; 
three daughters, Mrs. Herman Belter of Rt. 1, Luxemburg, Mrs. Egan Tuschel of Rt. 
1, Mishicot, and Mrs. Reuben Duescher of Kellnersville; a stepsister, Mrs. Albert 
Kickbush of Rt. 1, Luxemburg; two stepbrothers, Walter and Otto Lenz of Rt. 1, 
Luxemburg; and ten grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Monday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 4, 1955  P. 15


ANNIE LAU

Mrs. Carl Lau, 87, died unexpectedly Wednesday morning at the home of her 
daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Loose, Rt. 4, Chilton, where 
she had been residing.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Hering will officiate 
and burial will be in Westside Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mrs. Lau, nee Anna Dallmann, was born Jan. 29, 1883, in Town of Rockland, 
Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Herman and Fredricka Weber Dallmann. 
She was married to Carl Lau Dec. 7, 1909, at Reedsville. The couple farmed 
in the Town of Rockland. Mr. Lau preceded her in death May 31, 1964.
Survivors include three sons, Roy of Manitowoc, Edwin of Rt. 2, Reedsville, 
and Warden of Rt. 4, Chilton; two daughters, Mrs. Milford Loose of Rt. 1, 
Reedsville, and Mrs. Elmer Loose of Rt. 4, Chilton; a brother, Henry, of 
Rockland; 20 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren. A son, Clarence, 
five brothers and three sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Friday until 
10:30 a.m. Saturday and then at church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 25, 1970


CARL LAU   (d. 1964)

Carl Lau, 80, of Rt. 4, Chilton, died Sunday afternoon at Calumet 
Memorial Hospital, Chilton, following a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Harvey Heckendorf 
officiating. Burial will be in the West Side Church Cemetery, Reedsville. 
Mr. Lau was born Feb. 23, 1884, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late 
Robert and Eleanor Schroeder Lau. He married the former Annie Dallman 
Dec. 7, 1909, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Rantoul. They farmed in the 
Town of Rockland all their married life. He was trustee of St. John and 
St. James Church for three years. The couple observed its 54th wedding 
anniversary last year. 
Surviving are his wife; three sons, Roy Lau of Manitowoc, Edwin Lau of 
rural Reedsville and Warden Lau of rural Chilton; two daughters, Mrs. 
Milton Loose of rural Reedsville and Mrs. Elmer Loose of rural Chilton; 
two sisters, Mrs. Clara Schmidt of rural Chilton and Mrs. Frieda Sobiech 
of rural Reedsville; four brothers, Albert Lau of Brillion, William Lau 
of Potter, Adolph Lau of rural Chilton and Herman Lau of rural Brillion; 
20 grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren. A son, Clarence Lau, two 
brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. 
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Reedsville Funeral Home 
and from 11 a.m. Thursday at the church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 1, 1964  P. 5 


CAROLINE LAU

MRS. CAROLINE LAU, 71, DIES 
Funeral For Brillion Woman To Be Monday 
Mrs. Caroline Lau, 71, died Thursday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William 
Goldsmith, two miles south of Brillion, where she had resided for the past three 
years. Funeral services will be held from the Goldsmith home Monday at 1:30 p.m. 
and at two o'clock from the Trinity Lutheran church, Brillion. Interment will be 
in the Lutheran cemetery at Reedsville.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Caroline Schroeder, was born in the town of 
Rockland, Manitowoc county, in 1864. She was married in 1886 to Theodore Lau and 
they took up their home on a farm in Rockland. Mr. Lau died several years ago. 
Seven Children Survive 
Survivors are four sons, Reinhardt, Rockland, Arthur, Brillion, Theodore, Reedsville, 
and Henry, Milwaukee; three daughters, Mrs. William Goldsmith, Brillion, Mrs. Emma 
Krause, Appleton and Mrs. Alma Kreplin, Collins; two brothers, Michael and Carl 
Schroeder, Collins; three sisters, Mrs. Louise Kornetsky, Brillion, Mrs. Marie Mahnke, 
Milwaukee, and Mrs. Gusta Greenwald, Fond du Lac; 17 grandchildren and one great-
grandchild.
Six grandsons of Mrs. Lau will act as pallbearers. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, October 26, 1935 


CLARENCE LAU

Clarence Lau, 48, of Rt. 2, Reedsville, died Thursday afternoon at his home 
following a heart attack. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at St. John and James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Wendland will officiate and burial 
will be in West Side Church Cemetery. 
Mr. Lau was born Nov. 24, 1911, in the Town of Rockland, Manitowoc County, son 
of Carl and Anna Dallman Lau. He attended parochial school in the village and 
June 14, 1933, married the former Rose Fuhrman in the Town of Rantoul. The couple 
settled on a farm in the Town of Rockland where they have farmed since. 
Surviving are his wife; three sons, (private); three daughters, (private); his 
parents of Rt. 4, Chilton; three brothers, Roy of Manitowoc, Edwin of Rt. 2 
Reedsville, and Mrs. Elmer Loose of Rt. 4, Chilton; and three grandchildren. 
Friends may call after 2 p.m. Thursday and until 10:30 a.m. Friday at the 
Reedsville Funeral Home after which the casket will be moved to the church where 
the body will lie in state until the hour of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, August 24, 1960  P. 15 


ELEANOR LAU

Funeral of Mrs. Lau Held Saturday 
The funeral of Mrs. Robert Lau who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Herman 
Dahlmann of Rantoul on Friday evening was held Tuesday from the home of her son, 
Herman Lau of Rockland where the body was conveyed by Undertaker E.J. Shimon on 
Saturday, this being the old homestead where she had always resided until shortly 
before her death.
Mrs. Lau whose maiden name was Eleanora Schroeder was born in Rockland and was 69 
years of age. Had she lived until November the couple would have celebrated their 
fiftieth wedding anniversary.
She is survived by her husband, Robt. Lau, Sr., six sons, Charles, Albert, William, 
Robert, Adolph and Herman, and three daughters, Mrs. Herman Dahlmann, Mrs. Alb. 
Schmidt, Mrs. Mike Sobiak, twenty-five grandchildren and one great grandchild.
The funeral was held from the home at 1:30 p.m. and at Reedsville Lutheran church 
at 2:00 p.m., Rev. H. Koch, pastor, officiating at the services.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 23, 1929  P. 3


ELSIE LAU

Mrs. Theodore Lau, __, Reedsville, died at her home early Wednesday morning 
after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at St. John and James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. John Wendland officiating. Burial will be 
in West Side Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Lau, nee Elsie Reimer, was born Aug. 22, 1899 at Peshtigo, Wis., daughter 
of the late August Reimer and Mrs. Emily Reimer. She attended school in Kaukauna. 
She was married to Theodore Lau June 6, 1922, at Kaukauna and moved to Reedsville 
shortly after.
Survivors include her husband, mother, Mrs. Emily Reimer, two sons, Wilbert of 
Neenah and Waldemar at home; five daughters, Mrs. Francis Behm of Menahsa, Mrs. 
Francis Polifka of Brillion, Mrs. Raymond Hernke of Appleton, Mrs. Elwood Lau 
of Milwaukee and Violet at home and 31 grandchildren. Two sons preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Thursday until 2 p.m. 
Saturday when the body will be removed to the church where it will lie in state 
until the time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 25, 1958  P. 19 


GERMAINE LAU

Germaine B. Lau, age 76, of 208 CTH W., Reedsville, passed away Friday evening, 
June 4, 1993, at the North Ridge Care Center, Manitowooc (sic), following a 
lengthy illness.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John St. James Luthern (sic) 
Church, Reedsville, the Rev. David Kipfmiller officiaitng (sic) and burial in the 
Westside Cemetery Reedsville.
She was born May 13, 1917, in the Town of Cato daughter of the late Frank and 
Clara Zipperer Riederer. She was married to Edwin Lau on October 24, 1940, at 
Manitowoc. She was employed as a nurses aide at the Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center, Manitowoc. She was a member of St. John St. Jame's Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville, the Ladies Aide, and the Collins Homemakers.
She is survived by her husband, Edwin; a special friend Dale Christel Jr., Reedsville; 
six sisters and five brothers-in-law, Marian and Lester Bartz, Newton, Jeanette Novak, 
Reedsville, Margaret and Frank Kopidlansky, Taus, Esther and Joe Krejcarek, Janesville, 
Lydia and Edward Paul, Manitowoc, Ludmilla and Raymond Zaruba, Maribel; one brother 
and two sisters-in-law, Florian and Beverly Riederer, Fond du Lac, and Marcella 
Riederer, Manitowoc. She was preceded in death by three infant sisters and four 
brothers.
Friends may call at St. John St. Jame's Lutheran Church, Reedsville on Monday from 
11 a.m. until the time of services. The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville is assisting 
the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 6, 1993 P. A2


HERMAN LAU

Herman Edward Lau, 88, of North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc, formerly Reedsville, 
passed away Wednesday, February 21, 1990, after a short illness at Memorial 
Hospital.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John St. James Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville. Pastor David Kipsmiller will officiate and burial will be in the West 
Side cemetery.
He was born September 15, 1901, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late Robert Sr. 
and Eleanore Schroeder Lau. He farmed the Homestead in the Town of Rockland and he 
moved to Reedsville in 1985. He married Huldina Behnke, September 20, 1925, at St. 
John St. James, Reedsville. The couple celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary in 
1986. Mr. Lau was a member of St. John St. James. He also served on the church 
council for several terms.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Milton and Dorcella of Reedsville; 
four grandchildren (private); a sister, Frieda Soviech of rural Reedsville; a 
brother and sister-in-law, Ray and Viola Behnke of rural Reedsville. He was preceded 
in death on January 8, 1988, by his wife, Huldina, four sisters and six brothers.
Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and 
from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday and then from 11 a.m. until the time of 
services at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, February 1990


HULDINA LAU

Mrs. Huldina Lau, 81, of Park Lawn Nursing Home, formerly of Reedsville, died 
Friday, January 8, 1988 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering 
illness. Funeral services will be 2 pm Sunday at St. John St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate with burial at Westside 
Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mrs. Lau was born July 1, 1906 in the Town of Rockland, Manitowoc County, daughter 
of the late Albert and Johanna Riemer Behnke. She married Herman Lau on 
September 20, 1925 at Reedsville. Mrs. Lau farmed with her husband in the town 
of Rockland, moving to Reedsville in 1965. Mr. and Mrs. Lau celebrated their 60th 
Wedding Anniversary in 1985. Mrs. Lau was a member of St. John St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville and the Ladies Aide.
Survivors include her husband, Herman; a son and daughter-in-law, Milton and 
Dorcella Lau of Reedsville; a brother and sister-in-law, Raymond and Viola Behnke 
of Route 2, Reedsville; a sister-in-law, Frieda Sobiech of Route 2, Reedsville; 
four grandchildren, Lary Lau of Palatine, Illinois, Ricky Lau of Collins, Rhonda 
Behnke of Route 2, Brillion and Sheri Lau of Reedsville and seven great grandchildren 
also survive. She was preceded in death by a sister, Laura Zahn.
Friends may call at Wieting Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, 4 pm to 9 pm Saturday 
and Sunday from 8 am to 11:30 am and then at the church from 12 noon until the hour 
of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Jan. 8, 1988 page 14


ROBERT LAU

Robert Lau, Sr., retired farmer, died New Year's day at the homestead farm 
in Rockland, now operated by his son, Herman.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Lau home and at two 
o'clock from the St. Johns-James Evan. Lutheran Church in Reedsville. Burial 
will be in the west Lutheran cemetery in the village. 
Mr. Lau was born in Germany in 1854 and in 1869 emigrated to this country, 
locating in Rockland. He married Miss Eleanor Schroeder in 1879. 
Survivors are six sons, Herman and Charles of Rockland, Adolph and William of 
Rantoul, Robert of Liberty and Albert of Brillion; three daughters, Mrs. Herman 
Dallman of Rantoul, Mrs. Clara Schmidt of Charleston, Mrs. Michael Sobiek, of 
Franklin; and 21 grandchildren. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 4, 1943  P. 10 
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Funeral services were held from the S.S. John-James Evangelical church in 
Reedsville for Robert Lau Sr., Rockland farmer who died New Year's day. 
The Rev. Harold Eckert officiated. Burial was in the west side church 
cemetery at Reedsville.
Pallbearers were six grandsons, Milton Lau, Gordon Schmidt, and Warden Lau 
of Rockland, Eldor Lau and Melvin Dallman of Rantoul, and Earl Lau of 
Liberty. Mr. Lau's survivors include 24 other grandchildren and 31 great-
grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 9, 1943 P. 4


ROSELLA LAU AHRENS

ROSELLA LAU AHRENS  (Buried with her first husband)

Rose B. Ahrens (sic), age 95, of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, formerly of 
Potter, died on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2005.
She was born on Dec. 24, 1909, in the town of Rantoul, daughter of the late 
Frank and Pauline (Seehaefer) Fuhrmann. She married Clarence Lau on June 14, 
1933. He preceded her in death in August of 1960.
On Oct. 15, 1966, she married Willmer Ahrens. He preceded her in death on July 18, 
2003.
Rose worked for the Brillion Canning Co., New Holstein Mink Ranch and Shady Lane 
Nursing Care Center. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Rantoul and 
a former member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville.
Survivors include her children: Harland (Darlyene) Lau of Reedsville; Eunice 
(Marvin).Loppnow of Green Bay; Jerome (Diane) Lau of Collins; Gloria (Merlin) 
Robley of Collins; Denver (Jan) Lau of Brillion; Susan Kiel and special friend 
Bob Siehr of Manitowoc; 18 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren and three great-
great-grandchildren.
Rose was preceded in death by her husbands: Clarence and Wilmer; two grandsons: 
Jeffrey and Ricky; one great-grandson: Justin; and two sisters: Lilly Krepline 
and Holdina Dallmann.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran 
Church in Rantoul. The Rev. Mark Drews will officiate. Burial will be in the 
Westside Cemetery in Reedsville.
Friends may call the church on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of service.
The Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion is assisting the family with arrangements.
Mom you will be so missed!
Herald Times Reporter, September 19, 2005  P. A3


THEODORE LAU  (d. 1917)

WELL KNOWN ROCKWELL RESIDENT DEAD-CAME HERE IN 1870
Theodore Lau, a well known resident of Rockwell, is dead at the age 
of 54 years. He was born in Germany, August 16?, 1862, and located 
at Rockwell with his parents when eight years old. He is survived 
by a widow, four sons and three daughters, a brother and four 
sisters.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, January 30, 1917, Page 8
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Reedsville news:
Theo. Law(sic) was buried last Wednesday from the Lutheran church. 
Rev. Koch officiated. He is survived by his wife and seven children-
Mrs. Chas. Krause, Appleton; Mrs. Louis Kreplien, Rockland; Reinhard, 
Reedsville; Mrs. W. Goldsmith, Brillion; Arthur, Theo. Jr., and Henry, 
at home and five grandchildren. We extend our sympathy.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, February 07, 1917, Page 4
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Lau - Death's Angel has saddened the home of Mr. Theodore Lau of Rockland 
by calling from the home the father, friend and counsellor of a happy fireside family. 
Theodore Lau, aged 45 years, answered the final summons Sunday and left to 
mourn his early death, a widow and seven children, 4 boys and 3 girls, Henry, 
Theodore Jr., Arthur and Rheinhardt and Elsie (Mrs. W. Seefeldt) of Brillion, 
Emma (Mrs. C. Kraus) of Appleton and Alma (Mrs. Kreplin) of Rockland. 
Three sisters and one brother also survive. The funeral was held Wednesday 
afternoon from Lutheran Church, Rev. Koch officiating.
Brillion News - Fri., Feb. 2, 1917  


THEODORE LAU    (d. 1975)

Burial services for Theodore (Ted) Lau, 79, of Wisconsin Dells, a former 
Reedsville resident who died Sunday at Wisconsin Dells, will be Wednesday 
at St. John and St. James Lutheran Cemetery, Reedsville. 
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 6 to 9 p.m. 
Tuesday. 
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Monday, February 3, 1975  P. 12


WALLACE LAU

INJURIES ARE FATAL TO 6 YEAR OLD BOY 
Wallace Lau Dies After Being Hit By Car; Inquest Is Planned 
Wallace Lau, 6, son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Lau, Reedsville route 2, died 
last night at the Holy Family hospital of injuries suffered when he was hit 
by a car Sunday afternoon near his home. 
Wallace suffered critical head injuries and a fractured left leg when he was 
hit by a car driven by (private), Reedsville. [The driver] told County Officer 
William Braun that the boy ran out of a group of children into the path of 
his car.
The sheriff's office said this noon that it had been ordered to call a coroner's 
jury. The jury was to view the body late this afternoon and was expected to sit 
at an inquest tomorrow afternoon.
Funeral Sunday 
Wallace Lau was born in Reedsville on July 23, 1934. He is survived by his 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Lau; (private); and five sisters, (private).
Funeral services will be  held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Evangelical Lutheran 
church at Reedsville, the Rev. Harold Eckert officiating, and the Reedsville 
Cooperative association in charge. Burial will be in the West Side Evangelical 
Lutheran cemetery at Reedsville. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 3, 1941  P. 2 


WILHELMINE LAU

Notes From Rockland:
Mrs. Chas. Lau, a pioneer of Rockland, died Friday after an illness 
of two days. She was born in Germany and was 80 years and eight 
months of age. She was a resident of Rockland since 1869. She is 
survived by her husband, and two sons, Robert and Theodore of Rockland 
and three daughters, Mrs. Reimer and Mrs. Sonna of Rockland and Mrs. 
Reimer of Antigo. The funeral was held Monday. Interment was in the 
cemetery at Reedsville.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 21, 1911  pg. 8


PETER LINK

Peter R. Link, age 67, of 426 Mensha Street, Reedsville, passed away on Saturday, 
June 18, 2011 at Aurora Medical Center, Manitowoc County. Peter was born on 
March 8, 1944 in Green Bay, son of the late William and Shirley (Probst) Link. 
Peter graduated from Reedsville High School, class of 1962. On June 17, 1957 he 
married Val Jean Bubolz at St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Peter 
enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family.
Peter is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Val Jean of Reedsville; their 
dog, Coco; in-laws, Doris (Henry) Behnke, Joanne Bubolz, Raymond (Suzanne) Bubolz, 
all of Reedsville; godchildren, Joan (Tim) Sheahan, Doug (Kelly) Bubolz, both of 
Reedsville, Michael (Dee) Schuering, Florida and Adam (fiance, Melissa) Bubolz of 
Collins; nieces, nephews, step nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. 
Peter was preceded in death by one brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Mary Ann Link, 
a father-in-law and mother-in-law, Raymond and Helen Bubolz; one brother-in-law. 
Donald Bubolz and a niece, Brenda Vanden Avond.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 22, at St. John St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. Officiating at the service were the Rev. Timothy Nommensen with 
burial following at Westside Cemetery, Reedsville. Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, 
assisted the Link family. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. John St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville are appreciated.
Brillion News, June 23, 2011


DEBORAH P. LOOSE

Deborah P. Loose, age 48, of rural Reedsville, died Tuesday evening, April 4, 
2000, at her residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, April 8, 2000, at St. John-St. 
James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Pastor Timothy Nommensen will officiate. Burial 
will follow in the church cemetery.
She was born September 20, 1951, in Two Rivers, daughter of Lester and Shirley 
Gilmer Knitter. She attended Reedsville High School graduating with the class of 
1969. She married Randall Loose, October 23, 1970, at St. John-St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. Deborah was a beautician, owning and operating Debs Hair Care 
for 18 years. She was a licensed examiner for the Department of Cosmetology for 
the State of Wisconsin and was also employed at Mullins Amaco.
Survivors include her husband, Randall, rural Reedsville; her children, Amanda 
(Brent) Rosner, Hilbert, Corinna Loose, Justin Loose, Deidre Loose, and Amber 
Loose, all at home; her parents, Lester Knitter, Two Rivers and Shirley Link, 
Manitowoc; her brother aned sisters, Andrea (Stan) Zirbel, Wayside, Barry Link, 
Milwaukee, Cheryl (Wade) Weier, Manitowoc; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, 
Donald (Jeanette) Loose, Reedsville, Myron (Tuddy) Loose, Howards Grove, Marlene 
(Jerry) Lemke, Brillion; special friends, Travis Benter and Joni Bachmann; her 
mother-in-law, Rufina Loose, Two Rivers; and her grandmother, Esther Gilmer, 
Manitowoc. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 
She was preceded in death by her setep father, William Link Jr.
Friends may call at St. John-St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville on Saturday, 
from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. There will be no Friday evening 
visitation.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to St. John-St. James 
Lutheran Church.
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 6, 2000 P. A2


MILFORD LOOSE

Milford Loose, 63, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died Friday morning at Bellin Memorial 
Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John and St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial 
will be in Westside Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Loose was born May 24, 1908, at Charlestown, Calumet County, son of the late 
Charles and Anna Brandenburg Loose. He married Rufina Lau May 5, 1932, at St. 
John and St. James Church, Reedsville.
Survivors include his wife, three sons, a daughter (Survivors omitted for privacy.)
two brothers, Elmer of Rt. 4, Chilton, and Milton of Sheboygan; a step-brother 
Herbert Brandenburg of Rt. 1, Hilbert, and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday until 10:30 a.m. 
Monday and then at the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 13, 1971
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(24 May 1908/Aug 1971/SSDI)


RUFINA LOOSE

Rufina E. Loose, age 92, formerly of 23331 Manitowoc Road, Reedsville, a current 
resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died Friday evening, Sept. 5, 
2003, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday Sept 9, 2003, at St. John - St. 
James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. Officiating at the service is the Rev. 
Timothy Nommensen with burial to follow at Westside Cemetery, Reedsville.
She was born Oct. 28, 1910, in the town of Rockland, daughter of the late Carl 
and Anna (Dallmann) Lau. Rufina attended Rockland Grade School.
On May 5, 1932, she married Milford Loose at St. John - St. James Lutheran Church. 
He preceded her in death on Aug. 13, 1971.
Rufina was a member of the Ladies Aid at St. John - St. James Lutheran Church.
Survivors include three sons and two daughters- in-law; Donald and Jeannette Loose, 
Reedsville; Myron and Laone Loose, Howards Grove; Randall Loose, Reedsville; one 
daughter and son-on-law Marlene and Jerome Lemke, Brillion; 13 grandchildren; 13 
great-grandchildren; one brother; Edwin Lau, Reedsville; two sister-on-law; Rose 
Ahrens, Manitowoc; Ruth Loose, Sheboygan. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends.
Rufina was also preceded in death by a grandson; Gerad Sixel, daughter-in-law; 
Deborah Loose; three brothers and one sister.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at St. John - St. 
James Lutheran Church, Reedsville, from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at 2 
p.m.
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting 
the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 7, 2003  
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(27 Oct 1910/05 Sep 2003/SSDI)


FREDERICK LORENZ

Mr. Lorenz of Reedsville died on Thursday of last week.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 2, 1893  P. 4
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(First publication March 2, 1893.) No. 12
STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Frederick Lowrence (sic), deceased.
An instrument in writing purporting to be the last will and testament of Frederick 
Lowrence of Reedsville, in said county, having been delivered into said court:
And F.C. Lorenz, of Milwaukee, county Wisconsin, having presented to said court 
his petition in writing duly verified, representing, among other things, that 
said Frederick Lowrence died testate, at Reedsville, in said county, on the 22nd 
day of February 1893, that said instrument is the last will of said deceased and 
that F.C. Lorenz is named therein as executor and praying that said instrument 
be proven and admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued 
to F.C. Lorenz.
It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of 
said last will and testament be taken at a regular term of said county court, to 
be held at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday the 11th day 
of April 1893, 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, 1893.
By the Court.
Emil Baensch, County Judge.
Henry Dunlop, Atty., Milwaukee, Wis.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 23, 1893 P. 4


ALICE LUEDTKE

Mrs. Alice Luedtke, 72, of 630 Manitowoc St., Reedsville, died Wednesday 
afternoon at her home. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday in St. John and 
St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate 
and burial will be in Westside Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mrs. Luedtke, nee Alice Haese, was born September 26, 1905 in the Town of 
Rockland, daughter of the late Louis and Albina Brocker Haese. She was married 
to Robert Luedtke October 10, 1926 at her parent's home in Reedsville and was 
employed as a cook at Colonial Inn, Manitowoc for 17 years.
Survivors include her husband, a daughter, Mrs. Eugene (Betty) Schmidt of Route 
2, Brillion; a brother, Harold Haese of Reedsville; two sisters, Mrs. Elda 
Gortzlitz of Reedsville and Mrs. Verna Throson of Valders; nine grandchildren 
and 10 great grandchildren. A daughter and a grandson preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Reedsville Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and in the 
church Saturday from noon until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 20, 1978 page 3
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(26 Sep 1905/Apr 1978/SSDI)


CLARENCE W. LUEDTKE

Clarence W. Luedtke, 78, of 216 S. 6th Street, Reedsville, passed away unexpectedly 
Thursday, March 1, 1990 at Manitowoc Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be 
2 pm Sunday at St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Rev.David Kipfmiller 
and Rev. Bernard Kuschel will officiate. Burial will be in the Westside Cemetery, 
Reedsville.
He was born September 13, 1911 in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late William 
and Bertha Becker Luedtke. He married Ella Bessert on May 8, 1948 in Reedsville. Mr. 
Luedtke farmed on the Luedtke Homestead in the Town of Maple Grove until his retirement 
in 1978. He enjoyed fishing and doing carpentry work. He was a member of St. John St. 
James Lutheran Church, Reedsville, and the West Maple Grove Hunting Club.
Survivors include his wife, Ella; two daughters and sons-in-law, Audrey and Dan Duchow 
of Reedsville and Lynn and Rodney Welch of Whitelaw; three grandchildren, Brian Welch 
and Bethany and Corey Duchow; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Ella and George 
Fetzer of Manitowoc, Esther Behnke of Sylmar, California, Verona and Marvin Kraus of 
Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, Adeline Bessert of Reedsville; a brother-in-law and sister-
in-law, Harry and Rhoda Bessert of Reedsville; several nieces and nephews. He was 
preceded in death by his parents, three sisters and one niece.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral home, Reedsville, 4 pm to 9 pm Saturday and on 
Sunday from 8 am until noon and then at the church from 12:30 to the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., March 2, 1990


ELLA A. LUEDTKE

Ella A. Luedtke,age 85, formerly of Reedsville, passed away on Wednesday, 
September 12, 2012 at Garrow Villa in Brillion. 
Ella was born on April 21, 1927 in the town of Rockland, daughter of the late 
Otto and Esther (Krepline) Bessert. On May 8, 1948, she married Clarence Luedtke 
at St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. The two owned and operated 
their family farm in the town of Maple Grove until they moved to Reedsville in 
1979. Clarence preceded her in death on March 1, 1990. Ella enjoyed canning, 
cooking, and baking apple pie. She was a member of St. John St. James Lutheran 
Church in Reedsville.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Clarence, one son-in-law: 
Herbert Vogel, one grandson: Brian Welch, two sisters: Adeline and Louise Bessert, 
four sisters-in-law and three brothers-in-law: Rhoda Bessert, Ella (George) 
Fetzer, Esther (Ted) Behnke, and Verona (Marvin) Kraus and two nephews and one 
niece; Randy Kraus, Janet Kraus, and Allen Besssert. 
Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 17, 2012 at St. 
John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. Officiating at the service will 
be the Rev. Timothy Nommensen. Burial will follow in Westside Cemetery, 
Reedsville.
Friends may call at the church on Monday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. 
Funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. Online condolences may be made at 
www.wieting-funeralhome.com 
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Garrow Villa.
Herald Times Reporter, September 2012 


ROBERT LUEDTKE

Robert A. Luedtke, 86, a Reedsville resident, died Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 11, 
at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John and St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial will be in 
West Side Church Cemetery.
Mr. Luedtke was born Dec 9, 1897, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late Robert 
and Amelia Thurow Luedtke. He farmed in the Town of Rockland and later was employed 
by Manitowoc Shipbuilding and the Burger Boat Co. until retirement. He married 
Alice Haese on Oct. 10, 1926, at Reedsville. She preceded him in death on April 19, 
1978.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Eugene Schmidt of Rt. 2, 
Brillion; a brother-in-law, Harold Haese of Rt. 2, Brillion; two sisters-in-law, 
Mrs. Mina Luedtke of Brillion and Mrs. Verna Thronson of Kiel; nine grandchildren 
and eleven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Ovella, 
three sisters, four brothers and a grandchild.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and on Saturday 
from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from noon to the time of services at the church.
Herald Times Reporter, January 12, 1984 P. 3


ADOLPH MACK

Adolph Mack, age 84, of 402 Elm St., Reedsville died on Friday, September 17, 
1999, at River's Bend Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, September 20, 1999, at St. John 
St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville, with the Rev. Timothy L. Nommensen 
officiating. Burial will be in the Westside Cemetery.
He was born October 24, 1914, in the town of Maple Grove, son of the late Edward 
and Louise (Otto) Mack. He attended school in the town of Maple Grove. On 
October 10, 1939, he married Rulina Spykerman at St. Martin Lutheran Church, 
Chilton. Adolph served as treasurer for the town of Maple Grove for several 
years. He ran a poultry business and farmed all his life until retiring in 1984. 
After his retirement, he moved to Reedsville. He was a member of St. John St. 
James Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
Adolph is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rulina; one son and daughter-in-law, 
Jerome and Lorna Mack, Reedsville; four grandchildren, Connie Schend and her husband, 
Kirk, Keith Mack and his wife, Amy, Kenneth Mack and his wife, Sharie, Karie Robley 
and her husband, David; and three great grandchildren. He is further survived by a 
sister, Ida Voeltz, Reedsville; three sisters-in-law, Christina Hughs, Coeurdalene, 
Idaho, Irene Warnock, Mendoata, Ill., LaVern Kanpp, Hilbert and many nieces and 
nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Emma Mack and Olga 
Schwahn; one sister-in-law, Deloris Spykerman and five brothers-in-law, Gerhard 
Spykerman, John Hughs, Roy Knapp, Erhfried Schwahn, and William Voeltz.
Friends may call at the church on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of service.
The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements.
The family would like to especially thank Pastor Nommensen, and the entire staff of 
River's Bend for the kind and compassionate care they gave Adolph.
Herald Times Reporter, September 18, 1999 P. A2


RULINA MACK

Rulina (Rene) Mach(sic), age 88, of 401 Elm St., Reedsville, was received into 
the waiting arms of her Savior on Monday, Oct. 2, 2006. She was born Rulina 
Spykerman on Aug. 17, 1918 in New Holstein, daughter of the late Charles and 
Margaret Stedler of Chilton. She attended school in Chilton.
On Oct. 10, 1939 she married Adolph Mach at St. Martin Lutheran Church in Chilton. 
Together they farmed and also ran a poultry business all their married life in 
the Town of Maple Grove until their retirement in 1984. Prior to their retirement 
they moved to the village of Reedsville. Her husband Adolph then preceded her in 
death on Sept. 17, 1999. She was a member of St. John - St. James Lutheran Church 
in Reedsville. She also was a member of the Reedsville Senior Citizens. Rulina 
enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren and also 
enjoyed her card clubs.
Rulina is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Jerome and Lorna Mach of 
Reedsville; four grandchildren, Connie Schend and husband, Kirk, Keith Mach and 
wife, Amy, Kenneth Mach and wife Sharrie, Karie Robley and husband, David and six 
great grandchildren Kirk Schend, Trevor and Derek Mach, McCoy and Craciella Mach 
and Jeffrey Robley. She is further survived by one sister, Christine Hughes of 
Sheridan, Mont. and one step-sister, Laverne Knapp of Chilton and many nieces 
and nephews and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Adolph; her parents; one step-sister; 
two brothers and two half-brothers; three sisters-in-law and four brothers-in-law.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, Oct. 6 at 11 am at Trinity Lutheran 
Church, 601 E. National Ave., Brillion, with Pastor Timothy L. Nommensen 
officiating. Burial will be in the West Side Cemetery in Reedsville. Visitation 
will be 9 am until the time of service at Trinity Lutheran Church in Brillion. 
The Wieting Funeral Home, in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements.
Brillion News, Thursday, Oct. 5, 2006 page 6-7


ALBERT H. MAERTZ

Albert H. Maertz, 91, formerly of Reedsville, who resided with a son 
and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Maertz, of Manitowoc since 
1966, died Tuesday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John and St. 
James Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel 
will officiate and burial will be in Westside Church Cemetery, 
Reedsville.
Mr. Maertz was born Feb. 1, 1881, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of 
the late Herman and Mathilda Birkholtz Maertz. He married Amelia Brandt 
Jan. 29, 1904, at Reedsville. The couple farmed in the Town of Maple 
Grove until his retirement in 1964, moving to Reedsville.
Survivors include a son, Harold, of Manitowoc, a brother, Erwin, of 
Rt. 1, Reedsville, and two sisters, Mrs. Ida Fokett and Mrs. John Treichel,
of Reedsville. A son, four brothers, a sister and a grandson preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 o'clock this Wednesday 
evening until 10:30 a.m. Thursday and then at the church until the time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 22, 1972


ANNA MAERTZ    (d. 1951)

Mrs. William C. Maertz, 95, Reedsville's oldest resident, died Thursday morning.  
She was born in Germany in 1856 and later came to this county. In 1878 she was 
married to Mr. Maertz, prominent years ago in public life in Manitowoc County. 
He died many years ago.  
Survivors are two sons, William and Otto of Reedsville, five daughters, Mrs. Henry 
Bloedorn, Mrs. Amanda Lemke, Miss Helen and Mrs. Charles Behnke of Reedsville and 
Mrs. Hugo Lemke of Milwaukee; 21 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren.  
Funeral services will be held at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at St. John-James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church at Reedsville with interment in the church cemetery. 
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This is from her 83rd Birthday
Mrs. Maertz was born April 4, 1856 in Zempelburg, province of West Prussia, Germany. 
Her father, Michael Zimmermann, was a steward of Herr Von Mueller, a wealthy 
landowner of West Prussia. The celebrant was the youngest of six children; four 
daughters and two sons, who were born to Mr. and Mrs. Zimmerman and she is the only 
surviving member of her family.  
In 1873, at the age of 17 years, Mrs. Maertz came to this country with her parents. 
The family embarked on an ocean liner at Hamburg on April 1 of that year, and after 
their arrival in New York, continued their journey to Wisconsin, reaching the town 
of Maple Grove, this county, on May 14. They were not alone in a strange land, for 
Mrs. William Bratz, a sister of Mrs. Maertz and a brother, August, had emigrated to 
Wisconsin five years before.  
The Zimmermanns made their home for many years at the August Zimmermann farm. The 
early days were not without their hardships, however, for not much more than ten 
months later, the father died. The mother lived to make a home for her children for 
twenty years.  
On October 18, 1877 Anna Zimmermann was married to William C. Maertz, whose father, 
John Maertz, conducted a general merchandise business in the village for many years. 
The couple settled on the farm which is now the property of a son, Fred. In 1911 
Mr. and Mrs. Maertz moved to a new home in the village with is located on a sixty 
acre tract which is now being farmed by Otto, the youngest son. There Mr. Maertz 
died in 1926.  
Mr. and Mrs. Maertz had twelve children. Two sons died in early childhood and one 
son, Ferdinand died twenty years ago. The other nine, six daughters and three sons, 
with their respective families were all present at the birthday celebration on 
Tuesday evening.
(No newspaper or date cited, but I found another account of the party in the
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 6, 1939 p.6 


ANNA C. MAERTZ

Anna C. Maertz, age 85, died on Sunday, September 29, 1991 at Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center, Manitowoc following a short illness.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at St. John-St. James 
Lutheran Church in Reedsville with the Rev. David Kipfmiller officiating. Burial 
will be in the Westside cemetery, Reedsville.
Mrs. Maertz was born on September 18, 1906 in the town of Franklin, daughter of 
the late Anton and Albertina Engelbrecht Olp. She was married to Leonard C. Maertz 
at Reedsville on November 2, 1926. She farmed with her husband until 1964 when 
they moved to Reedsville. She was a member of St. John-St. James Lutheran Church, 
the ladies aide, and was also a member of the mixed choir for many years.
She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Milton and Donna of Reedsville; two 
grandchildren, Scott and his wife Sharon of new Holstein, and Lee of Fort Campbell, 
Ky.; one brother and sister-in-law, Harold and Rosamunda Olp of Reedsville; four 
sisters-in-law, Harold and Rosamunda Olp of Reedsville; four sisters-in-law, Lydia 
Olp of Manitowoc, Loretta Vondrachek of Milwaukee, Louise Olp of Fond du Lac, and 
Luzetta Maertz of Reedsville. She was preceded in death by her husband in April of 
1969; a daughter, Evelyn; three sisters, Emma, Ella, and Emilie; and seven brothers, 
William, John, Herman, Arthur, Walter, Arvin, and Louis.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on 
Wednesday and on Thursday from 7:45 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. and then at the church 
from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, October 1, 1991  P. B10
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(18 Sep 1906/29 Sep 1991/SSDI)


CLIFFORD MAERTZ

Clifford Maertz, age 84, of Beverly Health Care Center, Chilton, formerly of 
Hilbert, died Wednesday, May 3, 2000, at the Calumet Medical Center in Chilton. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 am Monday, May 8, 2000 at St. John St. James 
Lutheran Church  in Reedsville. The Rev. Timothy L.. Nommensen will officiate, 
burial will be in the Westside Cemetery, Reedsville.
He was born May 9, 1915 in Reedsville, son of the late Heinrich and Anna Brandt 
Maertz. He attended the Lutheran School in Reedsville and later made his home 
with the Reuben Ott family in Hilbert for many years. Clifford was a member of 
St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville.
Friends may call at the church on Monday from 9 am until the time of service. 
The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 5, 2000


DENNIS MAERTZ

Dennis Maertz, 16, of rural Reedsville, died Sunday following an automobile 
accident.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John & St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate with burial 
in Westside Cemetery, Reedsville.
Dennis was born Feb. 26(sic), 1959, son of Ervin and Luzetta Mancoske Maertz. He 
was graduated from St. John & St. James Lutheran School in 1973 and was a junior 
at Reedsville High School and a member of the cross country track program of the 
school.
Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Maertz, five brothers, seven 
sisters (names omitted for privacy) and 36 nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and at the 
church from noon Wednesday until the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Monday, October 20, 1975  P. 3
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Teenager Is Victim Of Mishap 
A rural Manitowoc County teenager became the county's 12th traffic fatality 
this year when his car crashed off a Town of Franklin road sometime over the 
weekend.
The dead youth, identified as Dennis D. Maertz, Rt. 1, Reedsville, sustained 
severe head and body injuries.
A Taus resident notified the Manitowoc County Sheriff Traffic Dept. at 7:48 
a.m. Sunday that a car had just been found upside down in the resident's field. 
The resident believed there was a body in the car, the report said. 
However, another source indicated that the body was found outside, but near 
the car.
"We classify the accident investigation as not totally complete at this moment," 
County Traffic Chief James L. Benishek said at mid-morning Monday.
In this type of an accident the investigation would include determining if more 
than one car was involved, Chief Benishek indicated. 
Exactly when the accident occurred apparently had not yet been determined.
According to the county accident report, the 1967 model car approached the 
junction of Decker and East Taus roads while southbound on Decker Road, and 
went off the edge of the pavement.
The car then struck a road sign, and went airborne hitting a tree before 
landing out in the field.
The Valders Ambulance and a wrecker were summoned…
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Monday, October 20, 1975   P. 1
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(25 Feb 1959/Oct 1975/SSDI)


EMELIA MAERTZ

Mrs. Albert Maertz, 80, of Reedsville, died Sunday at Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Harvey Heckendorf 
officiating. Burial will be in Westside Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mrs. Maertz was born Feb. 2, 1885, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter 
of the late Fredrick and Alvina Fischer Brandt. She was married to Mr. 
Maertz Jan. 29, 1902, at St. John and St. James Evangelical Lutheran 
Church. The couple farmed in the town of Maple Grove until 1864, moving 
to Reedsville.
Surviving are the husband, a son, Harold, of Manitowoc and two sisters, 
Mrs. Louis Schley, of Maribel and Mrs. Frieda Endries, of Brillion. Two 
sisters, a son and grandson preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday 
and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, January 4, 1966  P. 5


EMMA MAERTZ

Mrs. John H. Maertz, 72, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died Wednesday evening 
at Bellin Memorial Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Harvey Heckendorf 
officiating. Burial will be in the Westside church cemetery. 
Mrs. Maertz, nee Emma Olp, was born Jan. 9, 1892, at Silver Lake, daughter 
of the late Anton and Albertina Engelbrecht Olp. She was married to Mr. 
Maertz Dec. 30, 1915. The couple farmed in the Town of Maple Grove, and she 
was a member of the Ladies Aid Society and Homemakers Club. Her husband and 
a brother preceded her in death.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Walter (Elvira) Pipenburg, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, 
two sisters, Mrs. Louis Rabenhorst, of Milwaukee and Mrs. Leonard Maertz, of 
Reedsville, six brothers, William, of Reedsville, John, of Brillion, Herman, 
of Collins, Arthur, of Morrison, Arvin, of Fond du Lac and Harold of Reedsville 
and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Saturday until 11:30 
a.m. Sunday and after noon at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, December 24, 1964  P. 11

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Reedsville News Items
Gleanings from the Reedsville Reporter
Maertz-Olp
One of the prettiest weddings of the holiday season was that of Miss Emma Olp, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Olp and John H. Maertz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Maertz, which took place Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the Lutheran Church in this village.  Rev. H. Koch performed the ceremony. The wedding march was played by H. Kahneit. The bridesmaids were the Misses Clara Maertz, a cousin of the groom and Ella Olp, sister of the bride. The grooms attendants were Willie Olp and Otto Maertz. The bride was attired in white messaline with bead trimmings and wore becoming bridal veil. She carried a bouquet of roses. The bridesmaids were attired in a white broadcloth with fur trimmings. Following the ceremony a wedding dinner was served to the wedding guests at the home of the bride's parents. Both young people are very popular and have many friends to with them every happiness in their married life.  They will reside on the groom's farm near this village. The Reporter extends congratulations and well wishes.
Brillion News - Fri., Jan. 7, 1916

ERVIN MAERTZ

Ervin C. Maertz, 88, of Manitowoc Health Care Center, formerly of Reedsville, 
died Thursday, August 15, 1991, at Manitowoc Health Care Center, following a 
lingering illness.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. John St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate with burial at Westside 
Cemetery, Reedsville.
He was born September 28, 1902, in the town of Maple Grove, son of the late 
Herman and Mathilda Birkoltz Maertz. He married the former Mary Lyuzetta Mancoske 
on November 23, 1930, in Wrightstown. He was employed by Larson Company of Green 
Bay as a Maintenance Supervisor for 34 years. He also farmed in the town of Maple 
Grove. He was active in the Eastern Wisconsin Baseball League-playing, coaching 
and umpiring. He was a member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville, 
former member of the church choir, and a former member of Reedsville Village 
Board.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Luzetta; seven daughters and five son-in-law, 
Shirley ad Lowell Jones of Wayside, Joann Schuh and Janice and Jerome Mulhaney, 
all of Valders, Bernita and Henry Dallmann of Brillion, Karen Halverson of Valders, 
Faye and Wayne Rusch of Brillion, Victoria and Jeffery Rolf of Reedsville; five 
sons and two daughters-in-law, Jerome and Margaret, Donald, Roger, Bruce and 
Sharon, and Jeff, all of Reedsville; 46 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; 
a sister-in-law, Anna Maertz of Reedsville; many nieces and nephews. He was 
preceded in death by a son, Dennis, a son-in-law, Charles Schuh, three sisters, 
and five brothers.
Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, 5 p.m to 9 p.m. Friday and 
Saturday from 7:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and then at the church from 11 a.m. until 
the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, August 15, 1991 P. B9


HENRY MAERTZ

Henry H. Maertz, 70, Maple Grove farmer, died Saturday night at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Reedsville 
Funeral Home and at 2 p.m. at St. John-St. James Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Wendland will officiate and burial will 
be in the West Side Cemetery in Reedsville.
He was born March 12, 1885, in Maple Grove, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. 
Herman Maertz, and April 22, 1914, married Miss Anna Brandt. He operated 
a farm in the town. His wife died in 1917. Active in musical circles, he 
was a member of the Reedsville City Band for 20 years.
Surviving are a son, Clifford on the home farm; five brothers, Albert, 
Louis, John and Leonard of Maple Grove and Erwin of Reedsville; three 
sisters, Mrs. Albert Fokett of Maple Grove and Mrs. Ernst Siebert and 
Mrs. John Treichel of Reedsville. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 22, 1955 P. 13


HERMAN MAERTZ

Herman Maertz, 86, (photo), Maple Grove farmer, died last night at his 
home.
He was born in Maple Grove in 1860 and always resided in that town. In 
1880 he married Miss Mathilda Berkholz, who died six years ago.
He is survived by six sons, Albert, Henry, Louis, John, Leonard and 
Erwin all of Maple Grove; three daughters, Mrs. Ida Fokett, Mrs. Lena 
Siebert and Mrs. Elsie Treichel all of Maple Grove; 19 grandchildren 
and 20 great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the home of Henry Maertz, a son, from Sunday 
evening. Funeral services will be held there at 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, the 
Rev. Harold Eikert of St. John-James Lutheran church, Reedsville, 
officiating. The body was moved to the Maertz home from the Reedsville 
Coopeerative funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, May 18, 1946 P.2


JOHN MAERTZ

John H. Maertz, 64, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died Friday afternoon at Bellin 
Memorial Hospital, Green Bay, of a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the St. John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. John Wendland officiating. 
Burial will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the St. John and St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. John Wendland officiating. Burial will 
be in the West Side Church Cemetery.
He was born Jan. 27, 1893, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Herman 
and Mathilda Berkholtz Maertz. On Dec. 39 (sic), 1915, he married the former 
Elma Olp of Reedsville and they farmed in the Town of Maple Grove. He was 
health officer of the Town of Maple Grove for the past 11 years and held the 
office until his death. 
Survivors include his wife; daughter, Mrs. Walter Peipenburg of Rt. 1, 
Reedsville; three sisters, Mrs. Ida Fokeet, Mrs. Ernest Siebert and Mrs. John 
Treichel of Reedsville; four brothers, Albert, Louis and Ervin of Rt. 1, 
Reedsville, and Leonard of Rt. 2, Reedsville, and three grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home after 9:30 a.m. Sunday, at 
10:30 a.m. Monday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state 
until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, July 13, 1957  P. 11

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Reedsville News Items
Gleanings from the Reedsville Reporter
Maertz-Olp
One of the prettiest weddings of the holiday season was that of Miss Emma Olp, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Olp and John H. Maertz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Maertz, which took place Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the Lutheran Church in this village.  Rev. H. Koch performed the ceremony. The wedding march was played by H. Kahneit. The bridesmaids were the Misses Clara Maertz, a cousin of the groom and Ella Olp, sister of the bride. The grooms attendants were Willie Olp and Otto Maertz. The bride was attired in white messaline with bead trimmings and wore becoming bridal veil. She carried a bouquet of roses. The bridesmaids were attired in a white broadcloth with fur trimmings. Following the ceremony a wedding dinner was served to the wedding guests at the home of the bride's parents. Both young people are very popular and have many friends to with them every happiness in their married life.  They will reside on the groom's farm near this village. The Reporter extends congratulations and well wishes.
Brillion News - Fri., Jan. 7, 1916

LEONARD C. MAERTZ

Leonard C. Maertz, 68, of Reedsville, died Thursday afternoon at the farm 
home of his son, Milton, on Rt. 2, Reedsville. He had a heart 
attack. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. John-St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Herlin will officiate and burial 
will be in West Side Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Maertz was born Sept. 21, 1900, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the 
late Herman and Matilda Birkholz Maertz. He married Anna Olp at Reedsville 
Nov. 28, 1926, and farmed in the Town of Franklin until 1964, moving to 
Reedsville. Mr. Maertz had been a member of St. John-St. James Parochial 
School. 
He is survived by his wife, a son, (private), two brothers, Albert, of 
Manitowoc and Ervin, of Rt. 1, Reedsville; two sisters, Mrs. Ida Fokett 
and Mrs. Elsie Treichel, of Reedsville and two grandchildren. A daughter, 
three brothers and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Saturday until 
12:30 p.m. Sunday when the casket will be moved to the church where the 
body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 11, 1969  P. 5
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Notes from Reedsville:
The marriage of Miss Anna Olp, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Olp and Leonard 
Maertz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Maertz, both of Reedsville, took place Monday 
afternoon, the Rev. Koch officiating. About eighty guests attended a reception 
and dinner at the Olp home after the ceremony. The bride was attended by her 
cousin, Miss Edith Olp of Manitowoc and Miss Veronica Fokette while Edwin Maertz 
and Ruben Otto were the groom's attendants. The bridal party also included flower 
girls, the Misses Lavira Maertz and Lucille Engelbrecht.  Mr. and Mrs. Maertz 
have gone on a wedding trip.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 2, 1926


LUZETTA MAERTZ

Funeral Services for Mary Luzetta Maertz, age 81, of 6807 Pleasant View Road, 
Reedsville, who died on Friday, February 18, 1994, at the Manitowoc Health Care 
Center, were held at 2 p.m. TODAY, Monday, February 21, 1994, at St. John-St. 
James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller officiated with burial 
in the Westside Cemetery.
She was born December 4, 1912 in the town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late 
Jacob and Cecelia (Dorsey) Mancoske. She married Ervin C. Maertz on November 23, 
1930, in Wrightstown. Mrs. Maertz farmed with her husband in the town of Maple 
Grove. She was a member of St. John-St. James Lutheran Chruch, Reedsville.
Survivors include seven daughters and five sons-in-law, Shirley and Lowell Johns, 
Wayside, Joann Schuh, Valders, Janice and Jerome Mulhaney, Valders, Bernita and 
Henry Dallmann, Brillion, Karen Halverson, Valders, Faye and Wayne Rusch, Brillion, 
Victoria and Jeffery Rolf, Reedsville; five sons and two daughters-in-law, Jerome 
and Margaret Maertz, Donald and special friend, Mary Kay, Roger, Bruce and Sharon, 
Jeff and special friend, Rose, all of Reedsville; 46 grandchildren; 32 great-
grandchildren; one sister, LaVerne Hein, Sussex; one brother and two sisters-in-law, 
John and Beatric Mancoske, Denmark, Marion Mancoske; many nieces and nephews. She 
was preceded in death by her husband on August 15, 1991, one son, Dennis, one son-
in-law, Charles Schuh, one grandson, Todd Henry Dallmann, one great-granddaughter, 
Melissa Braden and two brothers, Clement and Clifford.
The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, assisted the famiy with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 21, 1994 P. A2


MATILDA MAERTZ

Mrs. Herman Maertz, 77, nee Matilda Birkholz, died last night at the
family home on a farm in Maple Grove, two miles north of Reedsville,
following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. from the Maertz
home and at 2:30 from the SS John-James Evangelical Lutheran church
in Reedsville. The Rev. Harold Eckert will officiate.
Mrs. Maertz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Birkholz, was born in
Germany in 1862. When she was a child her parents came to this country
and located on a farm north of Reedsville. In 1881 she was married to
Mr. Maertz, and they located on the present farm. Nine children were
born to them, all of whom reside at or near the homestead. For years
Mr. Maertz operated a threshing machine in the vicinity of Reedsville.
Eight years ago Mr. and Mrs. Maertz observed their golden wedding and
five years later celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary.
Survivors are the widower; three daughters, Mrs. Albert Fokett, Mrs.
Ernst Siebert, Mrs. John Treichel, all of Reedsville; six sons, Albert,
Henry, Louis, John, Bernard and Erwin, all of Reedsville; sister, Mrs.
Otto O. Krueger of Reedsville; 15 grandchildren and five great-grand-
children.
The body will be moved from the Shimon undertaking parlor in Reedsville
to the Maertz home Friday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, January 4, 1940  p.2


WILLIAM C. MAERTZ    (d. 1926)

W.C. Maertz Passes Away At Reedsville
FIRST COUNTY TAX HEAD DIES AT NOON TODAY 
Former County Board Chairman and Prominent in Co. Politics 
William C. Maertz, first county assessment and tax supervisor of 
Manitowoc county when the position was created by the legislature, 
a lifelong resident of the county and for several years chairman 
of the county board, died at his home at Reedsville at noon today. 
Mr. Maertz had long been prominent in business circles and politics 
in the county and was widely known. 
The death of Mr. Maertz was due to a complication of diseases from 
which he had been a sufferer for years. He had been critically ill 
only since Sunday. The funeral will probably be held Sunday from 
the family home.
A Native of County 
Born September 15, 1857, in the town of Maple Grove, Mr. Maertz, 
who was past 68 years of age, had always made his home in this county, 
receiving his early education in rural schools. Forty-seven years ago, 
he was united in marriage to Miss Anna Zimmerman and the couple took 
up their home at Reedsville where Mr. Maertz engaged in business. Ten 
children were born to the couple, nine of whom, with the widow, survive 
him. One of the children died five years ago. 
Soon after reaching his majority, Mr. Maertz began to take an active 
part in community affairs and for many years, represented his district 
on the county board of which body he served as chairman for a number of 
terms a quarter of a century ago. 
Was Village President 
He also served as village president and held many other positions of 
trust including that of secretary of the Rockland Mutual Fire Insurance 
company, a place which he filled for twenty-six years, resigning a few 
months ago when his health would no longer permit him to discharge the 
duties of the office. 
Surviving Family 
The surviving children are Fred, W.W. and Otto H. Maertz, all making 
their homes at Reedsville; Mrs. August Fokett, Mrs. Henry Bloedorn, Mrs. 
Charles Behnke, and Helen, all of Reedsville; Mrs. Walter Lemke of Wayside. 
(One surviving child not listed). Two brothers, August of Antigo 
and Herman of the Town of Maple Grove and two sisters, Mrs. William Hindt 
of Brillion and Mrs. August Zimmerman, Reedsville, also survive him.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, February 17, 1926  P. 1


AUGUSTA MAHNKE

Mrs. Otto Mahnke, 78, lifelong resident of the town of Rockland, died 
Wednesday at the Bellin Memorial Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Reedsville 
Funeral Home and at 2 p.m. at the St. John-James Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Elwood Habermann will officiate and burial 
will be in the west side church cemetery in the village.
Mrs. Mahnke, nee Augusta Bubolz, was born in Rockland in 1874 and in 
1901 was married to Mr. Mahnke. They located on the homestead farm in 
Rockland and on their retirement several years ago the farm was taken 
over by their son, Paul.
Survivors are the husband; two daughters, Mrs. Elmer Prochnow and Mrs. 
Otto Maertz of Reedsville; son, Paul of Rockland; two brothers, Fred 
and Adolph of Rockland; sister, Mrs. August Rasche of Rockland; 11 
grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, June 11, 1953  P. 29 


OTTO MAHNKE

Otto Mahnke, 92, of Reedsville, died Monday morning at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Hering will 
officiate and burial will be in West Side church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Mahnke was born Jan. 11, 1878, in Town of Rockland, Manitowoc County, 
son of the late John and Hulda Schneider Mahnke. He married Augusta Bubolz 
Feb. 19, 1901. His wife preceded him in death June 10, 1953. Mr. Mahnke 
farmed in Rockland. 
Survivors include a son, Paul, of Reedsville; two daughters, Mrs. Otto 
(Esther) Maertz and Mrs. Elmer (Gertrude) Prochnow of Reedsville; two 
sisters, Mrs. Adolph Valleskey and Mrs. Freida Hallemeyer of Manitowoc; 
11 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. A sister and four brothers 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m Wednesday until 
10:30 a.m. Thursday and then at church until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, April 7, 1970  P. 13


KARL MUEHLAUS

Charles Muelhans of Reedsville, committed suicide yesterday morning 
at 5 o'clock. He was about 70 years old and a shoemaker. He loaded 
the gun tied the trigger to the knob of a door, put the muzzle of 
the gun in his mouth and then backed up until the string became taut 
and discharged the gun.
Some years ago he was quite a heavy drinker and was subjected to the 
treatment which then obtained in the village of being dragged along 
the streets. After this he joined a temperance organization and 
prospered. About one year ago he resumed his old habits. These and 
some family troubles made life distasteful to him and he concluded 
to end matters by quitting the world.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 6, 1893
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(NOTE: I'm not sure if this is the same person as there are no
dates on the stone. On the death index there is a Charles
Muehlhaus who died Apr. 5, 1893 v.4 p.141/on the 1880 census for
Rockland is Charles Mulhans age 56, shoemaker/it is common for
the u and the n to be misread on old documents, and I don't
know what shape this stone is without seeing it. This purely
a judgement call that this is the man buried here.)


HERBERT A. NICHOLAUS

Dr. Herbert A. Nicholaus died Sunday, May 2.
Funeral services and burial were held at St. John and St. James Evangelic 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
Dr. Nicholaus retired from Lake Forest College in 1974, after teaching there 
for 32 years. He was chairman of the Business Administration Department and 
professor of Economics. He was recognized for a quarter century of service 
to the college on Honors Day in 1967. His career depicted an affinity for 
mathematics and finance, including an extensive interest in students beyond 
the limits of the classroom. Before entering the teaching profession, he was 
an accountant for a brokerage firm and insurance company in Milwaukee. Dr. 
Nicholaus graduated with honors from Lawrence College in Appleton, and received 
his Masters and Doctorate Degrees from the university of Wisconsin. He was a 
certified public accountant by examination in Illinois and Wisconsin. He was a 
member of various academic societies and is listed in "Who's Who in the Middle 
West" and "Who's Who Among Men of Science".
Dr. Nicholaus is co-author of several textbooks in the fields of economics, 
money and banking, and public finance. He was vice president and director of 
First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Waukegan, Ill., for 26 years.
Survivors include his wife, Ruth; a son and daughter-in-law, D. Alan and Lorraine, 
and a grandson, Bret Randall.
Visitation was held at Kelly Spalding Funeral Home, Highland Park, Ill.
Herald Times Reporter, May 14, 1982 P. 3


RUTH (BUBOLZ) NICHOLAUS

Ruth (Bubolz) Nicholaus, age 85, resident of Lake Forest, Ill. for 60 years, was 
called to her eternal rest on Jan. 13, 2002.
She was the loving wife of the late Dr. Herbert A. Nicholaus and mother of deceased, 
beloved son D. Alan Nicholaus.
Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Lorraine Nicholaus; grandson, Bret Nicholaus 
(wife-Christina); and great-grandson, Grant Alan. She also has two surviving 
sisters-in-law, Lillian Bubolz and Malinda Bubolz; and many loving nieces and 
nephews.
Preceding her in death were her sisters Hildagard J. Maertz and Sophie Bubolz; and 
brothers, Raymond, Harvey and Henry Bubolz.
She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Glencoe, Ill; member of the Lake 
Forest Womens Club for 57 years; past-president of the Parent-Teacher Association; 
member of the League of Women Voters; The Enore Club; The Widows Outreach Network 
of Lake County Organization (honorary member); and member of the 50-50 Social 
Club.
She served as advisor of the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority for many years and was past-
president of the Lake Forest College Campus Circle Faculty wives. She enjoyed playing 
bridge with many of her friends.
Visitation will be had at the Wenban Funeral Home on Wednesday, from 3 to 9 p.m., and 
the church service will be at Faith Lutheran Church, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, at 680 
West Deerparth Road in Lake Forest. Memorial contribution given to the Lake Forest-
Lake Bluff Senior Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045, would be greatly 
appreciated.
A Christian burial will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 18, 2002 at St. John and St. 
James Lutheran Cemetery in Reedsville, Wis.
Herald Times Reporter, January 16, 2002 P. A3


GEORGE H. NOBLE

Death Thurs. in Reedsville of Geo. Noble from appendicitis. He was born 
17 Aug. 1886 in Reedsville. The funeral was held Sat. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 18 June 1903
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Reedsville news:
The Angel of Death entered the home of Mrs. H. Noble early Thursday morning and 
took the soul of her loving and obedient son George to his everlasting home where 
sorrow and pain are unknown. George was born here Aug. 16, 1886 and had just 
completed the course in our graded school. He belonged to the class which was 
to have graduated June 9th. Death was brought on by appendicitis, from which he 
suffered greatly but patiently. Those that knew him speak well of him and will 
miss him. He leaves a mother and three brothers besides many friends and 
schoolmates who will mourn his loss.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, June 18, 1903 P. 8
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A bright and promising life was ended in youth by the death of George Noble at 
Reedsville Thursday. The lad was but 17 years of age and was to have graduated 
with this year's class of the schools of the village, the exercises of which 
were to [be] held on the day of his death. A widowed mother and three brothers 
survive.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 18, 1903 p.1


CLARA OBERMANN

Mrs. George Obermann (sic), __, of ___ Oak St., Brillion, died at _:__ p.m. 
Sunday at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, following a lingering illness. She 
had been hospitalized three days.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Brillion. The Rev. Victor J. Siegler will officiate and burial will be 
in the Reedsville Village cemetery. 
The former Clara Buboltz (sic) was born at Reedsville Sept. 12, 1888, and moved 
to Brillion in 1913 where on Sept. 21, 1951, she was married to George Obermann.
She is survived by the husband, four daughters by a previous marriage, Mrs. 
Anton Schmid of Brillion, Mrs. Norbert Sonnabend of Collins, Mrs. Leonard Tackmier 
of Menasha and Mrs. Lillian Linskins of Appleton; a brother, William R. Buboltz 
of Reedsville; four sisters, Mrs. Henry Hammon of Milwaukee, Mrs. Melvin Behnke 
of Brillion, Mrs. John Olp of Manitowoc and Mrs. Emil Waack of Reedsville; and 
eight grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Luecker Funeral Home, Brillion, after 2 p.m. Tuesday until 
10:30 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body 
will be in state until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 4, 1956  P. 15
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Announcement cards of the marriage of Miss Clara Bubolz, daughter 
of County Treasurer Robert Bubolz and Robert Bubolz(sic-Otto), a 
prominent Town of Rockland farmer, have been received by friends 
in the city. 
The marriage was celebrated at the home of the bride and was a 
complete surprise, the young couple having taken no one into their 
confidence until the day of the ceremony. they will reside in 
Rockland.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 24, 1912 page 2
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(Note: Her spouse's name was Otto, her maiden name was also Bubolz)
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(1900 Maple Grove census:
Robert Bubolz 37; wife Bertha 37; Clara 11; Wm. 8; Ida 5; Frieda 1)


MILDRED MARY OLM

Mildred M. Olm, Reedsville, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009.
She was born on April 9, 1927, in Oconto, daughter of the late Joseph and 
Frances (Johnson) Bergeron. Mildred married Roger Olm on May 21, 1947, at 
St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Collins.
She loved flowers, and gardening. Mildred was a member of St. John St. James 
Lutheran Church in Reedsville and was a member of the Ladies Aide for many 
years. She also was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary of Reedsville.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Mildred was preceded in death by three brothers: Joe, Louis and Jim and a 
sister: Marge.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009, at St. 
John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville with the Rev. Timothy Nommensen 
officiating. Visitation will be at the church from 9 a.m., until the time of 
services. Burial will be in St. John St. James Cemetery.
Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 15, 2009
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Roger R. Olm and Mildred M. Bergeron (co. mar. index v.37 p.263)
Married May 21, 1947 at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Town of Eaton
Roger R. Olm
Son of Jonathon Olm and Leona Stalkoph
Born May 21, 1925 in Manitowoc County
Cheesemaker
Mildred M. Bergeron
Daughter of Joseph Bergeron and Frances L. Johnson
Born April 9, 1927 in Oconto County
Witnesses: Lloyd Grimm and Audrey Olm
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(co. death index v.122 p.404)


ROGER ROLAND OLM

Roger Roland Olm, age 86 of Reedsville, died Friday, Dec. 9, 2011, at his home. 
He was born May 21, 1925, son of the late Jonathan and Leona (Stahlkopf) Olm. 
He married Mildred Bergeron on May 21, 1947, at St. Peter Luteran Church in 
Collins.
Roger served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in Japan. He then worked at 
Tecumseh Products in New Holstein until his retirement. He served as president 
of Manitowoc County Fish & Game and the Reedsville Sportsman Club. He was a 
charter boat captain of the Straw Hat on Lake Michigan. He was a member of St. 
John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred, on Oct. 13, 2009; and a grandson, 
Derek Ford.
Funeral services will be held at NOON on Tuesday, Dec. 13, at St. John St. James 
Lutheran Church in Reedsville, the Rev. Timothy Nommensen will officiate. Burial 
will be in the West Side Cemetery in Reedsville. Friends may call at the church 
on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. The Wieting Funeral Home in 
Reedsville, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be 
made at www.wietingfuneralhome.com.
Herald Times Reporter, December 2011


ALBERTINA OLP

Mrs. Anton Olp, native of Manitowoc county, died at 3:15 p.m. Tuesday at the 
homestead in the town of Rockland after suffering a heart attack. 
The funeral will be on Saturday, 1:30 p.m. from the home, and at two o'clock 
from the SS John-James Evangelical Lutheran church with the Rev. Harold Eckert 
officiating. Burial will be in the Reedsville cemetery.
Mrs. Olp, the former Albertina Engelbrecht, was born in the town of Cooperstown 
on March 1, 1870. She was married to Mr. Olp on February 3, 1888 in the St. John 
Evangelical church at Cooperstown, and six years ago they observed their golden 
wedding. After their marriage the couple moved to Milerd, South Dakota, where 
they remained for two years. They then returned to this county and located at 
Reedsville where Mr. Olp was employed at the Noble saw mill. They later rented a 
farm at Silver Lake and in 1893 purchased their first farm several miles northeast 
of Reedsville. In 1920 they bought the home where Mrs. Olp died. 
Besides the husband, survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Louis Rabenhorst of 
Milwaukee, Miss John Maertz and Mrs. Leonard Maertz of Reedsville and seven sons, 
Arthur of Morrison, Arwin of Fond du Lac, John of Brillion, William, Walter, Herman 
and Harold Olp, Reedsville, 29 grandchildren, two great grandchildren, three sisters, 
Mrs. Charles Habeck of Manitowoc, Mrs. Fred Nicholas of Reedsville, Mrs. Charles 
Sch___ k, Two Rivers and three brothers, Herman of Two Creeks, William and Phillip 
of Maribel. 
The body will be removed to ___ __ ___ Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 12, 1944  P. 2


ANTON OLP

Anton Olp, 85, lifelong resident of the county, died Sunday ?? at the homestead 
farm in Rockland. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 pm Thursday at The 
Reedsville Cooperative funeral home and at 2 o'clock at the St. John-St.James 
Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. Harold ? officiating. Burial will be in 
the West Side cemetery at Reedsville.
Mr. Olp was born in Cooperstown in 1862 and in 1888 married Miss Albertina 
Engelbrecht. They located on a farm in Rockland. Mrs. Olp died in 1944.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Louis Rabenhorst of Milwaukee, Mrs. John 
Maertz and Mrs.Leonard Maertz of Reedsville; seven sons, Arthur of Manitowoc, 
Erwin of Fond du Lac, John of Brillion, William, Walter, Harold and Herman of 
Reedsville; brother, Robert of this city; 29 grandchildren and seven great 
grandchildren.
the body may be viewed at the funeral home in Reedsville after 7 pm Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Dec. 29, 1947


HERMAN OLP

Herman Olp, 80, of Reedsville, died Wednesday evening in Family Heritage Nursing 
Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 2 pm Saturday in St. John - St. James 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial 
will be in Westside Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Olp was born January 28, 1898 in the Town of Franklin, son of the late Anton 
and Albertina Engelbrecht Olp. He farmed in the Town of Rockland until 1953 and 
then operated a milk route until his retirement. He married Lydia Bratz June 14, 
1922 in St. John - St. James Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Leroy of Whitewater and Donald of Manitowoc; 
a daughter, Mrs. Crawford (Elaine) Fallier of Manitowoc; four brothers, John of 
Brillion, Art of Morrison, Arvin of Fond du lac and Harold of Reedsville; a sister, 
Mrs. Leonard (Anna) Maertz of Reedsville; 16 grandchildren and five great 
grandchildren. Three brothers and three sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Reedsville Funeral Home 4 pm to 9 pm Friday until 11:30 am 
Saturday and in the church from noon until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, Aug. 3, 1978 page 3
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(28 Jan 1898/Aug 1978/SSDI)


LENA OLP

Mrs. Lena B. Olp, 78 of Route 2, Brillion, died early this Tuesday morning in 
Grancare Nursing Home, Green Bay. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday 
in St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel 
will officiate and burial will be in West Side Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mrs. Olp, nee Lena Buboltz, was born Oct. 17, 1900 in the Town of Rockland, daughter 
of the late Robert and Marie Haese Buboltz. She was married to William J. Olp June 15, 
1920 in St. John and St. James Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death Aug. 22, 
1970. Mrs. Olp was a lifelong member of St. John and St. James Lutheran Church and 
also a member of the Ladies Aid Society of the church.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Clarmont and Betty Watertown and 
Reuben and Joan of Glenburnie, Md.; three daughters and a son-in-law, Rufena and 
Lester Schaefer of Route 2, Brillion; Marcella Spatchek of Reedsville and Violet 
Trinka of Green Bay; 13 grandchildren; and five great grandchildren; brothers-in-law, 
sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by four 
brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call in Reedsville Funeral Home, Reedsville, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday 
until 11:30 a.m. Thursday and in the church from noon until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 17, 1979 page 3
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(17 Oct 1900/Jul 1979/SSDI)
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Notes from Reedsville:
Miss Lena Bubolz and Wm Olp were married Tuesday afternoon, Rev. 
Koch officiating. A wedding celebration was held at the home of 
the bride. The young couple will reside on a farm east of town.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 17, 1920


LORETTA OLP VONDRACHEK

Loretta Anna Vondrachek, age 86, of 2914 N. 80th St, Milwaukee, died Wednesday 
February 17, 1993, at the home of her daughter after a lingering illness.
Private Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Wieting 
Funeral Home Reedsville, the Rev. David Kipfmiller officiating with burial in 
the parish cemetery.
She was born January 27, 1907, in Winchester, Wis., daughter of the late Rev. 
John and Anna Ecker Dowidat. She married Walter Olp, after his death she married 
John Vondrachek. He also preceded her in death. She was a member of the Atonement
Lutheran Church in Milwaukee.
Survivors are one daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Kenneth Aamot, Milwaukee; 
two sons and three daughters-in-law, Walter and Carol Olp, Route 2, Brillion, 
Gene and Carolyn Olp, Haines City, Fla., Germaine Olp, Milwaukee; 14 grandchildren; 
24 great grandchildren; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Lisetta Reynolds, 
Milwaukee, Emma and Mel Damro, Helena, Mont.; Mary Jane and Howard Weger, Strawberry 
Point, Ia.; two brothers and one sister-in-law, Paul Dowidat, Milwaukee, John and 
Stell Dowidat, Oakfield. Besides her husband she was preceded in death by two sons 
and four sisters.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville from 5-8 p.m. on Friday 
and on Saturday from 9-10:30 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, February 18, 1993 P. A2


LYDIA OLP

Lydia Olp, age 95, of North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc, 
formerly of Reedsville, passed away on Monday, February 17, 1997, at the care 
center.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, February 20, 1997, at St. John 
St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiler will officiate with 
burial in the West Side Cemetery.
She was born September 4, 1901, in Morrison, daughter of the late Fred and Ottelia 
(Natzke) Bratz. On June 14, 1922, she married Herman Olp in Reedville (sic). She 
farmed with her husband in the town of Rockland. Lydia was a member of St. John 
St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville, and the Ladies Aide.
Survivors include one son and two daughters-in-law, Donald and Doris Olp, Manitowoc; 
Dolores Olp, Whitewater; one son-in-law, Crawford Fallier, Manitowoc; 16 grand-
children: 28 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; one brother-in-
law and two sisters-in-law, Harold and Rosie Olp, Reedsville, Louise Olp, Fond du 
Lac. Lydia was preceded in death by her husband on August 2, 1978; one daughter, 
Elaine Fallier; one son, LeRoy; one great-granddaughter; three sisters and one 
brother.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday 
and then on Thursday at the church from 12 noon until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, February 18, 1997 P. A2
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(b. 4 Sept. 1901/d. 17 Feb. 1997/SSDI)


WALTER E. OLP

Walter Olp Sr., 56, of Milwaukee, died Tuesday evening at St. Francis 
Hospital, Milwaukee, after a one day illness following a stroke.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Sts. John and James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Harold Eckert of 
Milwaukee officiating. Burial will be in Westside church cemetery.
Mr. Olp was born Feb. 12, 1904, at Maple Grove, son of the late Anton 
and Albertina Engelbrecht Olp. He married Loretta Dovidat June 28, 1924, 
at Manitowoc and lived at Reedsville until nine years ago when the couple 
moved to Milwaukee.
Survivors include his wife, four sons, (private); a daughter, (private); 
six brothers, William and Harold of Reedsville, John of Brillion, Herman 
of Collins and Arthur of Morrisson (sic-only five of stated six brothers 
listed); three sisters, Mrs. Emma Maertz and Mrs. Leonard Maertz of 
Reedsville and Mrs. Louis Rabenhorst of Milwaukee and five grandchildren. 
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Friday until 
10:30 a.m. Saturday where the body will be moved to the church to lie 
in state until the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 15, 1960  P. 31


WILLIAM OLP

William (Pinky) Olp, 80, of Reedsville, died unexpectedly Saturday afternoon 
at home. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Tuesday at St. John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Robert Wendland will officiate 
and burial will be in the Westside Church Cemetery.
Mr. Olp was born Dec. 14, 1889 at Millard, S.D., son of the late Anton and 
Albertina Engelbrecht Olp. He married Lena Bubolz June 15, 1920 at Reedsville. 
He was a World War I veteran and served overseas in France.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Claremont of Watertown and Rueben of Glen 
Burnie, Md.; three daughters, Mrs. Lester (Rufina) Schaefer of Rt. 2, Brillion, 
Mrs. Elroy (Marcella) Spatchek of Reedsville and Mrs. Norman (Violet) Trinka of 
Green Bay; 13 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral home after 4 o'clock this Monday 
afternoon until 10:30 am Tuesday and then at the church until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Aug. 24, 1970 page M18
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(Dec 14, 1889/Aug 1970/SSDI)
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Notes from Reedsville:
Miss Lena Bubolz and Wm Olp were married Tuesday afternoon, Rev. 
Koch officiating. A wedding celebration was held at the home of 
the bride. The young couple will reside on a farm east of town.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 17, 1920


CLARA PERSOHN

Mrs. George Persohn, 58, of Reedsville, died Tuesday at Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc, following a two week illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. 
Friday at St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. John 
Wendland officiating. Burial will be in Westside Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
She was born Clara Berkholtz in the Town of Maple Grove, February 23, 1899, the 
daughter of the late August and Augusta Brandt Berkholtz. She lived in Reedsville 
and the immediate vicinity all her life. She was married to George Persohn of 
Brillion June 24, 1948 and the couple lived in Reedsville.
Survivors include the husband; two brothers, Edward Berkholtz of the Town of Maple 
Grove and Arthur of Brillion; three sisters, Mrs. Helmuth Hahn and Mrs. Rolland 
Mattes of Collins and Mrs. August Schwanke of Reedsville and several nieces and 
nephews.
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home, from 2 p.m. Thursday to 10:30 
a.m. Friday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state until the 
time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 1957 page 19
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(Note: Obituary says she is buried in this cemetery)


ALBERT PROCHNOW

Albert Prochnow, 67, well known mason contractor, died suddenly last night at 
his home in the village of Reedsville. He was stricken with a heart attack 
shortly after he retired.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Reedsville Cooperative 
funeral home and at 2 o'clock at the SS. John-James Lutheran church in the 
village. Burial will be in the west cemetery in Reedsville.
Mr. Prochnow was born in Rockland in 1880 and had been a resident of Reedsville 
42 years, where he was engaged in the contracting business.
In 1903 he married Miss Emma Brandt. She survives with a daughter, Mrs. Arthur 
Haberlein of Reedsville; mother, Mrs. Amelia Prochnow of Newton; four brothers, 
Gustave of Chilton, Charles of this city, William of Newton and Elmer of 
Reedsville; five sisters, Mrs. Ida Schwabe of Brillion, Mrs. Charles Schneider 
of Collins, Mrs. William Toebe of Green Bay, Mrs. Martin Erickson of Valders and 
Mrs. Albert Reimer of Sheboygan; and two grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 4, 1947  P. 2


CARLOS R. PROCHNOW

Carlos R. "Bud" Prochnow, age 88, of Sunrise Village, formerly of Reedsville, 
died on Sunday, Sept. 3, 2017. He was born on May 17, 1929 in Reedsville, son 
of the late Elmer and Gertrude (Mahnke) Prochnow. On August 14, 1954 he married 
Ruth Marcussen in Denmark. He was a graduate of Reedsville High School where he 
played on the 1946 State Championship Basketball team. Bud served in the U.S. 
Army for two years, serving at Camp McCoy and in Germany. He owned and operated 
the Sentry stores in Brillion and Reedsville with his father, brother Harland 
and son, Ross until his retirement. Bud was very active in the lives of his 
children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was a member of St. John St. 
James Lutheran Church in Reedsville and served as treasurer and charity treasurer 
and was a past member of the Brillion Lions club and Brillion American Legion 
Post #126.
Survivors include his wife, Ruth, his children: Joan (James) Rotzenberg of Allouez, 
Ross (Bernadette) Prochnow of Darboy, Lynn (Merlin) Horswell of Brillion, Mark 
(Debbie) Prochnow of Manitowoc, James (Miriam) Prochnow of Union, Wis.; 13 
grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, a sister, Marlene (Gerald) Liebergen of 
Fort Atkinson; a brother, Terry (Karen) Prochnow of Reedsville and a sister-in-law, 
Helen Kudick of Denmark and other relatives and friends. Bud was preceded in death 
by his parents, a brother, Harland (Gerry) Prochnow; two sisters, Pearl Plate and 
Gloria (Al) Vegel, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Tom and Ida Marcussen and 
a brother-in-law, Henry Kudick.
Funeral services for Bud were held on Thursday at ST. John St. James Lutheran 
Church in Reedsville, the Rev.  Darin Aden officiating. Burial was in the Westside 
Cemetery, Reedsville.  The family wishes to thank the entire staff at Allouez Sunrise 
Village for all the compassion and care given to Bud and his family.
Brillion News, Thurs., Sept. 7, 2017


ELMER PROCHNOW

Elmer A. Prochnow, 72, of Reedsville, died Monday at St. Luke Hospital, Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at SS. John & James Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate with burial in Westside Church 
Cemetery.
Mr. Prochnow was born Feb. 24, 1904, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late Gust 
and Emelia Voeltz Prochnow. Mr. Prochnow was in the retail meat and grocery business 
his entire life. He married Gertrude Mahnke June 14, 1925, at Reedsville. He was a 
past member of Reedsville Village Board and SS. John & James Church Board.
Survivors include his wife, Gertrude, three sons, Harland, Carlos and Terry, of 
Reedsville; three daughters, Mrs. Dale (Pearl) Bernard, of Reedsville, Mrs. Al 
(Gloria) Vigil, of Brookfield and Mrs. Gerald (Marlene) Liebergen, of Iowa city, 
Iowa, and 18 grandchildren. Five brothers and six sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday 
and at the church from noon Thursday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 14, 1976 P. 3
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(24 Feb 1904/Dec 1976/SSDI)


EMILIE PROCHNOW

Mrs. Gust Prochnow, 57, died last night at the family home in the village 
of Reedsville. She suffered a stroke Thanksgiving day. 
Mrs. Prochnow, nee Amelia Birkholtz, was born in Maple Grove in 1886 and 
in 1906 was married to Mr. Prochnow. They located in Reedsville, where Mr. 
Prochnow was employed by the Rusch Lumber company.
Survivors are the widower; a daughter, Mrs. Raymond Jensen of Chilton; 
three brothers, Albert and Leonard of this city, August, of Baraboo; two 
sisters, Mrs. Ida Danning of Wauwatosa, Mrs. Herman Willie, of Milwaukee; 
and two grandchildren. A brother, William died in June. 
The body will be moved to the home Friday evening from the Shimon funeral 
home. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. from the Prochnow 
home and at two o'clock from the SS. John-James Lutheran church. Burial 
will be in the west Lutheran cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, December 9, 1943  P. 2
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Reedsville news: 
The marriage of Miss Melia Birkholz and Gustav Prochnow was solemnized at the 
Lutheran Church last Thursday afternoon. The many friends of the young couple 
extend congratulations.
Two River Reporter, Sat., Jan. 27, 1906


GERTRUDE PROCHNOW

Gertrude Prochnow, age 88, of North Ridge Care Nursing Home, Manitowoc, formerly 
of Reedsville, died Monday, August 30, 1993, at North Ridge Care Center.
Funeral Services will be 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 2, 1993, at St. John-St. 
James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate with 
burial in West Side Cemetery.
She was born May 28, 1905, in the Town of Rockland, daughter of the late Otto and 
Augusta Bubolz Mahnke. She married Elmer Prochnow, June 14, 1926, in Reedsville. 
He preceded her in death December 13, 1976. She was a housewife and helped in her 
husband's grocery business. She is a member of St. John-St. James Lutheran Church 
and the Ladies Aide, Reedsville, and a member of the Senior Citizens of Reedsville.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Gloria and Al Vigil, Brookfield, 
Wis., Marlene and Gerald Liebergen, Fort Atkinson; three sons and two daughters-in-
law, Harland Prochnow, West Sun City, Ariz., Bud and Ruth Prochnow, Reedsville, 
Terry and Karen Prochnow, Reedsville; a sister-in-law, Lorena Mahnke, North Ridge 
Care Center, Manitowoc; 19 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren. She was preceded 
in death by a daughter, Pearl Plate, a daughter-in-law, Geraldine Prochnow, a sister, 
Esther Maertz and a brother, Paul Mahnke.
Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday, 
September 1, 1993, and from 7:45-10:30 a.m. on Thursday and then from 11 a.m. at 
the hour of service.
Herald Times Reporter, August 31, 1993 P. A2
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(Gertrude L Prochnow/28 May 1905/30 Aug 1993/SSDI)


GUSTAVE PROCHNOW

Gustave Prochnow, 67, of Reedsville, died early Sunday morning at the Manitowoc 
County hospital following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Reedsville Co-op 
Funeral home and at 2 p.m. at the St. John-James Ev. Lutheran church in Reedsville. 
The Rev. Elwood Habermann will officiate with burial in the West side cemetery in 
Reedsville.
He was born in 1884 in Rockland and married Amelia Birkholtz in 1906. She died in 
1943.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Raymond Jensen, of Chilton, three brothers, Charles 
of Manitowoc, William of rural route, Kiel, Elmer of Reedsville, five sisters, Mrs. 
Ida Schwalbe of Brillion, Mrs. Charles Schneider of Colins, Mrs. William Toebe of 
Green Bay, Mrs. Martin Erickson of Valders, Mrs. Albert Reimer of Sheboygan; mother, 
Mrs. Amelia Prochnow of rural route, Kiel, two grandchildren, and one great grand-
child.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 12, 1951  P. 2
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Reedsville news: 
The marriage of Miss Melia Birkholz and Gustav Prochnow was solemnized at the 
Lutheran Church last Thursday afternoon. The many friends of the young couple 
extend congratulations.
Two River Reporter, Sat., Jan. 27, 1906


AUGUSTA RADANDT

Mrs. Louis Radant(sic), 77, died Monday morning at the County Hospital, 
Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. L. H. Koeninger will 
officiate and burial will be in St. Johns Cemetery, Reedsville. 
She was born Augusta Kornetzky in 1876 in Rockland and in 1901 was married 
to Mr. Radant. They located in Reedsville. Her husband died in 1928. She 
moved to Manitowoc 20 years ago. 
Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Arvin Kletzein of Kiel, Mrs. Clarence 
Trocil and Mrs. Edward Stryzewski of Manitowoc, Mrs. Frank Bertling, of 
Milwaukee; six sons, Henry of Eau Claire, Aaron of Brillion, Ray of 
Manitowoc, Gordon of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, Clarck (sic) of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, 
Louis of Neenah; brother; Carl of Plymouth; three sisters, Mrs. Charles 
Kosmosky, of Chilton, Mrs. William Maertz, of Green Bay, Mrs. William 
Rathburn of Milwaukee; 24 grandchildren and a great grandchild.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 
3 p.m. Tuesday. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Wednesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 28, 1953  P. 23


LOUIS RADANDT

DROPS DEAD AS HE STARTS FOR FARM WORK 
While preparing to leave his home this morning to go out on his regular 
duties on the farm, Louis Radant, 56, residing on a farm four and a half 
miles southwest of Reedsville was stricken suddenly with heart failure 
and died before physicians arrived. He has not been in the best of health 
for some time, but was able to be about the farm daily. A wife and large 
family of children survive. Funeral arrangements have not been made.
A little over a year ago the Radant home was destroyed by fire.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, July 5, 1928   P. 2
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The funeral of Louis Radant who died suddenly Thursday morning at his farm 
home in Rockland will be held Sunday at 1:30 P.M. from the home to the 
Lutheran church at Reedsville, where the Rev. H. Koch will officiate at 
the burial services.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, July 9, 1928  P. 14


BERTHA RAHN

Mrs. William (Bertha) Rahn Schuette, 91, of 1515 Washington St., Manitowoc, 
died Sunday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. N.W. Kock will officiate and burial 
will be in West Side Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mrs. Schuette, nee Bertha Haese, was born March 12, 1881, at Morrison Wis., 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. August Haese. She was married to Hugo 
Rahn June 21, 1903 at Reedsville. He preceded her in death Oct. 22, 1932. 
She was married to William Schuette Oct. 29, 1940 at Rockwood. He preceded 
her in death in 1949. She then came to Manitowoc to reside. She was a member 
of the Ladies Aid Society of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a son Karl Rahn, of Manitowoc; and a step-son, Darwin 
Schuette, of Louisiana; a step-daughter, Mrs. Fred Kiel, of Manitowoc; and 
a grandchild. A son and a daughter preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Ninth Street entrance, 
from 5 to 9 o'clock this Monday evening and until 11 a.m. Tuesday and then 
at the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 21, 1972
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(Schuette, Bertha  12 Mar 1881/Aug 1972/SSDI)


HUGO RAHN    (d. 1932)

HUGO RAHN OF REEDSVILLE IS DEAD AT AGE 53 
Store Proprietor Had Been In Business In Village For Over 25 Years 
Hugo Rahn, 53, for over 25 years, engaged in the general merchandise 
business at Reedsville, died Sunday at his home in that village. He 
had been in failing health for the last two months.
Coming to Reedsville in 1906, Mr. Rahn opened a general store there. 
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Reedsville, 
in charge of Rev. Koch of the Lutheran church.
The deceased was born at Jackson, Wisconsin, in 1879. He was married 
in 1904 to Miss Bertha Haese and two years later located at Reedsville, 
where he since resided. 
Besides his widow he is survived by two sons, Hugo Rahn Jr., and Karl 
Rahn, two brothers Julius and Gottlieb and seven sisters, Mrs. Albert 
Woldt, Mrs. Charles Wendt, Mrs. M. Lemke, Mrs. Peter Falck, Mrs. Marx 
Falck, Mrs. John Kalieba and Mrs. Charles Heft.
The death of Mr. Rahn has caused universal regret at Reedsville and in 
the surrounding territory, where Mr. Rahn had become well known by reason 
of a quarter of a century of business associations.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 24, 1932  P. 6


HUGO RAHN JR.   (d. 1940)

Hugo Rahn Jr., 28, son of Mrs. William Schuette of Rockwood, died at 
7:30 o'clock last night after an illness of five years.
He was born at Reedsville Sept. 12, 1911 and was single. Besides his 
mother he leaves one brother, Carl, at home.
The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer Funeral Home after 7 o'clock 
tonight. Funeral services will be held there Friday at 1 p.m. and at 
2 o'clock at the SS. John and James Lutheran church at Reedsville. The 
Rev. H. Eckert will officiate and burial will take place in the adjoining 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, February 14, 1940 P. 2
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News article;
Reedsville items
Hugo, the little two year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Rahn, had a narrow escape 
from service injury when he fell from a porch on which he was playing to the 
cement walk, a distance of eight feet. Aside from a bruised shoulder and ear, the 
little fellow suffered no injury being able to be up and about shortly after.
Brillion News, Fri., Aug. 8, 1913


NORMA RAHN

DEATH CLAIMS REEDSVILLE GIRL, AGED 19 
Death came to Miss Norma Rahn at Maple Crest Sanitorium at Whitelaw last 
night after an illness of three months. The patient made a brave battle 
for life and held hope of recovery until the end. The funeral will be held 
from the family home at Reedsville Sunday afternoon.
Miss Rahn was nineteen on April 10 and was born in Morrison town, a daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Rahn, was a graduate of the Reedsville (sic) many years 
ago and Miss Rahn was a graduateae (sic) of the Reedsville High school with 
the class of 1922, standing second high. Following her graduation she attended 
the Lawrence Conservatory of Music at Appleton until she was taken ill three 
months ago. Besides her parents she leaves to mourn her untimely death two 
brothers, Hugo Jr. and Carl.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, June 20, 1924  P. 2


ANNA REINKE

Mrs. Richard (Anna) Reinke, 85, of Rt. 2, Reedsville, died Sunday 
morning at the Americana Nursing Home, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John and St. 
James Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn 
Kuschel will officiate and burial will be in West Side Church 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Reinke, nee Anna Bessert, was born June 15, 1888, in the Town 
of Rockland, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Ferdinand and 
Bertha Fischer Bessert. She was married to Richard Reinke Oct. 7, 
1910. The couple farmed in the Town of Rockland until 1960, moving 
to Reedsville. Her husband preceded her in death Oct. 24, 1968. 
Since that time she made her home with her son-in-law and daughter, 
Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Bubolz, of Rt. 2, Reedsville. Mrs. Reinke was 
a charter member of the Ladies Aid Society of St. John and St. James 
Church.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Harvey (Lillian) Bobolz, of Rt. 2, 
Reedsville, a sister, Ardena Bessert, of Manitowoc, two granchildren 
and three great grandchildren. Three brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Tuesday 
until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday and then at the church until the time of 
service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. July 9, 1973
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(15 Jun 1888/Jul 1973/SSDI)


RICHARD REINKE

Richard Reinke, 82, of Reedsville, died Tuesday at Bellin Memorial Hospital, 
Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John and St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Robert Wendland will officiate and burial 
will be in Westside Church Cemetery.
Mr. Reinke was born June 11, 1885, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late Frank 
and Augusta Bubolz Reinke. He married Anna Bessert Oct. 7, 1910, and the couple 
farmed 50 years in the Town of Rockland until retirement in 1960.
He served 12 years on the church council, was treasurer four years for the township, 
was manager of Rockland Telephone Co. and served many years as treasurer of School 
District No. 6.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Harvey (Lillian) Bubolz, of Rt. 2, 
Reedsville, a  sister, Mrs. Reinhard Koch, of Reedsville, two grandchildren and a 
great grandchild. Two brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Friday until 10:30 a.m. 
and at the church until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday,October 25, 1967 P. T11
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(11 Jun 1885/Oct 1967/SSDI)


ALBERT RIEMER

Albert Riemer, 78, of Rt. 4, Chilton, died unexpectedly Monday morning of a 
heart attack at his home in the Town of Rockland, Manitowoc County.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John and St. James Evang-
elical Lutheran Church, Reedsvile. The Rev. John Wendland will officiate and 
burial will be in West Side Church Cemetery.
Mr. Riemer, son of the late Michael and Rosalina Lau Riemer, was born April 24, 
1879, in the Town of Rockland. He married Bertha Bartz Oct. 10, 1905, and the 
couple farmed in the town.
He is survived by two sons, Arthur of Reedsville and Marvin of Rt. 4, Chilton, 
a daughter, Mrs. Walter Braun of Rt. 2, Reedsville; three brothers, William of 
Hilbert, Walter of Fond du Lac and Bernard of Reedsville; six sisters, Mrs. 
Bertha Wordell, Mrs. Harvey Meyer and Mrs. Edward Kieper of Manitowoc, Mrs. 
Edwin Behnke of Clintonville, Mrs. Arhtur Schroeder of Fond du Lac and Mrs. 
Louis Brandes of Reedsville; 18 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. 
His wife, a daughter and a son preceded him in death. A brother, Rudolph, was 
killed in World War I.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 7 p.m. Tuesday until 10:30 a.m. 
Thursday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 2, 1957 P.17


ARTHUR RIEMER

Arthur August Riemer, age 86, of Chilton Village Nursing Home, formerly of 
Brillion, died Friday, April 15, 1994, at Calumet Medical Center, Chilton.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 18, 1994, at Trinity 
Lutheran Church, Brillion. Rev. Bruce Becker will officiate. Burial will be in 
the Westside Cemetery, Reedsville.
He was born May 12, 1907 in the town of Rockland, son of the late Albert and 
Bertha Bartz Riemer. He married Lydia Reese on November 28, 1934, in Potter. He 
farmed in the town of Rockland for 18 years. He then worked at the Brillion Iron 
Works until his retirement. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Brillion.
Survivors are his wife, Lydia; three daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn and Bill 
Dvorachek, Brillion, Elaine and Edward Labitzke, Manitowoc, Lyndoris and Leo 
Skattebo, Brillion; 11 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; one sister, Dorathea 
Braun, Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, Adeline Bastian, Brillion; a brother-in-law, 
Elvin Reese, Brillion. He was preceded in death by one sister and one brother.
Friends may call at the Weiting Funeral Home, Brillion, from 4-8 p.m. Sunday, and 
on Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Brillion, from 9 a.m. until the time of 
service.
Herald Times Reporter, April 16, 1994 P. A2


BERNHARD RIEMER

Bernard Riemer, 79, of Reedsville, died Monday morning at Calumet Memorial 
Hospital, Chilton.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at St. John-St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Harvey Heckendorf officiating. Burial 
will be in the west side church cemetery.
Mr. Riemer was born Sept. 27, 1885, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late 
Michael and Rosalina Lau Riemer. He never married.
He farmed in the Town of Rockland until 1954 when he retired and moved to 
Reedsville where he made his home with a brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and 
Mrs. Louis Brandes Sr. 
Survivors include a brother, William, of Hilbert, and five sisters, Mrs. 
Edwin Behnke of Clintonville; Mrs. Clara Schroeder of Fond du Lac; Mrs. 
Edward Kieper of Manitowoc, Mrs. Brandes of Reedsville and Mrs. Laura Meyer 
of Manitowoc. Four brothers and four sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Wednesday until 
10:30 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be moved to the church where the 
body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 15, 1965  P. 14


BERTHA RIEMER

Mrs. Albert Riemer, 67, of Rockland, died unexpectedly Monday afternoon in a 
physician's office in Chilton, where she had been taken for examination.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the St. John-St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Elwood Habermann will officiate 
and burial will be in the West Side Church Cemetery in Reedsville. 
Born Bertha Bartz in Rockland in 1886 she was married to Mr. Riemer in 1905 and 
they located on a farm in the town.
She is survived by her husband; two sons, Arthur and Marvin of Rockland; daughter, 
Mrs. Walter Braun of Franklin; three sisters, Mrs. John Mahnke of Manitowoc, Mrs. 
Ella Pingel of Brillion and Mrs. Herbert Brandenburg of rural route, Hilbert; 18 
grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home after 7 p.m. Wednesday. The casket 
will be removed to the church at 10 a.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 17, 1953  P. 25


CAROLINE RIEMER

Caroline Riemer
birth: 19 April 1829 Germany
death: 21 March 1898 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Reedsville, Wis.
residence: 1898 Rockland, Manitowoc Co.
mother: Riemer
spouse: Andrew Riemer
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


EMILIE RIEMER

Mrs. Gottfried Riemer, 82, died Saturday afternoon at the home of her 
granddaughter, Mrs. Eldin Schultz near Reedsville, after a lingering 
illness. 
Funeral services were held from the Schultz home at 1:30 o'clock on Tuesday 
and at 2 p.m. from the S.S. John-James Evangelical Lutheran Church. Interment 
was in the West Side church cemetery.  
Mrs. Riemer, nee Emilie Braun, was born in Germany on June 8, 1860, and came 
to this country with the Carl Busse family in 1882, the only member of her 
family to come to this country. On Dec. 17, 1885 she married Mr. Riemer and 
the couple settled in Rockland township where they resided for 43 years. 
Fourteen years ago they retired and moved to Reedsville where Mr. Riemer died 
in 1936.  
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Albert Behnke and Mrs. Eddie Behnke, both of 
Brillion, one son, Oscar of Elkhart Lake; four grandchildren; and four great 
grandchildren.  
The decedent was a member of the Evangelical church for 57 years.  
Brillion News - December 25, 1942 


GOTTFRIED RIEMER   (d. 1936)

AGED RETIRED FARMER DIES 
Services For Gottfried Riemer To Be Held At Reedsville
Gottfried Riemer, 84, who retired from farming eight years ago to locate 
in the village of Reedsville, died last night at his home. Death was due 
to a heart ailment from which he has been a sufferer for several months.
Funeral services will be held Sunday at 1 p.m. from the home and at 1:30 
o'clock from the SS. John-James Lutheran church, Reedsville. Burial will 
be in the West cemetery.
Mr. Riemer was born in Germany in 1851 and when a boy came to America with 
his parents. In 1885 he married Miss Emilie Braun in this city. They settled 
on a farm near Wells, this county. Eight years ago they sold the farm and 
moved to Reedsville.
A year ago this month Mr. and Mrs. Riemer observed their golden wedding 
anniversary. 
Survivors are the widow; two daughters, Mrs. Yohanna Behnke and Mrs. Rosina 
Behnke, both of Rantoul, Calumet county; a son, Oscar, Plymouth; three 
brothers, Ludwig of Antigo, August of Kaukauna, William of Aniwa, Wis.,; 
two sisters, Mrs. Laura Siege, Antigo, Mrs. Anna Beyer, Milwaukee; eight 
grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, December 23, 1936  P. 9
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Mr. And Mrs. Gottfried Riemer Observe Golden Wedding Event
In the presence of their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, Mr. 
and Mrs. Gottfried Riemer observed the golden anniversary of their wedding, 
Tuesday December 17. Mr. and Mrs. Riemer also held open house for their friends 
throughout the day.
Mr. Riemer was born October 23, 1851, in West Preusen, Germany, and as a small 
boy came with his parents to America, settling near Reedsville, Wis. His wife, 
the former Miss Emilie Braun, was born in Pommern, Germany, January 8, 1860. At 
the age of 22 years, she sailed for America, and also resided near Reedsville, 
Wis.
The honored couple were married on December 17, 1885, and made their home on a 
farm in the town of Rockland, Manitowoc county. In 1928 they sold their farm and 
moved to the village of Reedsville.
Lovely Decorations
Flowers and evergreens trimmed with gold decorated the home, and a chicken dinner 
was served at noon. In the afternoon, the Rev. H. Ekhert gave a sermon in the 
German language. A family picture was taken by an art studio at Brillion, Wis.
The children of Mr. and Mrs. Riemer are
*Mrs. Mrs. Albert Behnke, formerly Johana Riemer,
*Mrs. Ed Behnke, of Brillion, the former Rosina Riemer, and 
*Oscar Riemer, Plymouth.
There are eight grandchildren, Mrs. Herman Lau, Ralph and Raymond Behnke of Brillion, 
Mrs. Arthur Zahn of Chilton, Mrs. Elvin Schultz of Reedsville, August, Vernon and 
Oscar Riemer, Jr., of Plymouth. Milton Lau of Brillion, and Lois Schultz of 
Reedsville are the two great-grandchildren.
Other guests at the celebration included: Albert and Ed Behnke, Herman Lau of 
Brillion, Arthur Zahn of Chilton, Mrs Oscar Riemer of Plymouth, Elvin Schultz, 
the Rev. and Mrs. H. Ekhert, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schultz, Mrs. John Fischer of 
Reedsville, Mrs. Carl Lau, Roy, Edwin and Warden, of Chilton.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Scharback of Reedsville entertained the guests with old-time 
music in the evening.
Sheboygan Press, 23 Dec 1935.
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Reedsville Pioneer Celebrates Birthday
Gottfried Riemer celebrated his 84th birthday anniversary at his home at Reedsville 
Wednesday evening. The Riemers formerly operated a farm in Wells but about seven 
years ago they sold it to Charles Lau and settled in the village of Reedsville.
The guests that were present at the celebration were Mr. and Mrs. Albert Behnke, Mr. 
and Mrs. Raymond Behnke, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lau and son Warden, all of Wells, Mr. 
and Mrs. Arthur Zahn, Chilton, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Reimer and family, Plymouth, Mr. 
and Mrs. Robert Fisher and daughter Marjorie Ann, Rockland, Mr. and Mrs. Fred 
Schultz, Mr. and Mrs. John Treichel and family, Sylvia Bratz, Joseph Krause and 
Vernon Wischer, Chilton
Manitowoc Herald Times 25 Oct 1935


GUST RIEMER

GUST REIMER(sic) DIES ON WAY TO HOSPITAL
Driver of Car Escapes In Accident Near Reedsville; No Inquest Will Be Held
Automobile accidents over the end of the week again took toll of life and
property destruction in Manitowoc. Gust Reimer, 46, lime kiln employee at
Grimms, being instantly killed when the car in which he was riding skidded
off the highway at the junctures of Highways 10 and 32, one and one-half
miles northwest of Reedsville, at about 11 o'clock last night. Reimer
received a broken neck and a fractured skull in the accident and died while
he was being rushed to the hospital here.
(snip account of accident)
Reimer for the past number of years has made his home with the A. Olph
family, one and one-half miles east of Reedsville, and was employed by the
Lime company operating the quarries at Grimms. He never married and is
survived by two sisters, Mrs. Fred Laubenstein, Two Rivers, and Mrs. Worder,
Chicago, and two brothers, Albert of Chicago and Otto of Brussels.
Funeral arrangements had not been completed up until a late hour today.
(snip rest of article)
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, December 3, 1928  p.2
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SISTER OF DEAD MAN REPORTED SERIOUSLY ILL
The funeral of Gust Reimers(sic), who was fatally injured in an automobile
accident near Reedsville Sunday night, will be held tomorrow afternoon at
one o'clock, from the home of Anton Olp at Reedsville with Rev. Koch
officiating. Burial will be at the Lutheran cemetery at Reedsville.
The death of Mr. Reimers marked the third accident in the family in a 
space of two months. Mrs. Fred Laubenstein Sr., Two Rivers, a sister was
called to Maplewood near Algoma some weeks ago by the injury of another
brother in an automobile accident. While there she fell through a trap
door and broke her arm.
Mrs. Laubenstein was reported in a serious condition today, being 67 years
of age, and was affected seriously by the news of the death of her brother,
Gustave Reimers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, December 4, 1928 p.2


LYDIA RIEMER

Lydia M. Riemer, formerly of Brillion, died peacefully following a 
brief illness on Mon. Oct. 5, 2009, at the age of 98, at Shady Lane 
Nursing Care Center in Manitowoc. She was born on Aug. 25, 1911, 
daughter of the late Henry and Augusta (Schaefer) Reese. She married 
Arthur Riemer on Nov. 28, 1934. He preceded her in death on April 15, 
1994. Lydia was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Brillion.
Survivors include three daughters and two sons-in-law (private; 11 
grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, two great- great grandchildren, 
and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband 
Arthur; her parents, a son-in-law Bill Dvorachek; a sister and brother-
in-law, Adeline (Walter) Bastian; a brother and sister-in-law Elvin 
(Laverne) Reese; three brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and several 
nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be held on Friday, Oct. 9, 2009, at 11 a.m. at 
Trinity Lutheran Church in Brillion. The Rev. Ross Henzi will officiate. 
Burial will be in the Westside Cemetery, Reedsville. The family will 
greet family and friends on Friday at the church from 9 a.m. until the 
time of service.
The Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion is assisting the family with 
arrangements.
The family wishes to extend a special thanks to the nurses and staff 
at Shady Lane, 3rd floor, for all their care and compassion they gave 
to Mom and her daughters during her last hours.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 7, 2009


MARVIN J. RIEMER

Marvin Riemer, 73, of Collins, Wisconsin, died unexpectedly Saturday evening, 
June 9, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John and St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate with burial at West 
Side Church Cemetery.
Mr. Riemer was born December 6, 1910, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late 
Albert and Bertha Bartz Riemer. Mr. Riemer farmed in the Town of Rockland until 
retirement. He married the former Selma Braun on October 10, 1936, at Reedsville. 
She preceded him in death July 21, 1982.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Howard and Beverly Riemer of 
New Holstein and Ronald and Dayna Riemer of Collins; a daughter-in-law, Jaqueline 
Riemer of Reedsville; a brother and a sister-in-law, Arthur and Lydia Riemer of 
Reedsville; a sister, Dorothea Braun of Reedsville and seven grandchildren. He 
was preceded in death by two sons, a daughter, a sister and a brother.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday 
evening and Tuesday until 11 and thereafter at the church from noon until the 
hour of service.
Herald Times Reporter, June 11, 1984 P. 3


MICHAEL RIEMER

PIONEER DIES AT DAUGHTER'S HOME IN CITY 
Michael Riemer, 83, Formerly of Town of Rockland, To Be Buried Saturday 
Michael Riemer, 83, died Tuesday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Arthur 
Schroeder, 817 South 23rd street, after a seven weeks illness.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday afternoon at 2:30 from the Schroeder 
home and at 2:45 from the First German Evangelical Lutheran church with the 
Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. The remains will be taken to the Lutheran 
cemetery at Reedsville for interment.
Mr. Riemer was born on Oct. 23, 1851, in Germany. At the age of three, his 
parents brought the family to this country and settled in the town of Rockland. 
He married Roselina Lau on Dec. 15, 1877. Mr. Riemer was a farmer in Rockland 
until 1914 when he sold his farm to a son. In 1919 he bought a farm near Hilbert 
and in 1923 he moved to Collins. When his wife died in 1933, he came to this 
city to live with his daughter, Mrs. Arthur Schroeder. 
Survivors are six daughters, Mrs. Gustave Wordell, Reedsville, Mrs. Edwin Behnke, 
Almond, Wis., Mrs. Arthur Schroeder, city, Mrs. Edward Kieper, Brillion, Mrs. 
Louis Brandes, town of Rockland, Mrs. Harvey Meyer, town of Rantoul, Calumet 
county; four sons, Albert, Bernhard, town of Rockland, William, town of Rantoul, 
Walter, Chilton; four brothers, August, Kaukauna, Louis, Polar, Wis., William, 
Aniwa, Wis., Gottfried (a twin brother), Reedsville; two sisters, Mrs. Bernhard 
Stege, Mrs. Louis Beyer, Antigo; 44 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. 
One son, Rudolph, was killed in France during the World war. 
The body will be moved to the Schroeder home from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home late Thursday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 5, 1935  P. 2


ROSELINA RIEMER

Collins Woman To Be Buried On Wednesday
Ill for five weeks, Mrs. Michael Riemer, aged 76 years, died at her home at 
Collins Saturday afternoon.
Funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. Mr. Schaefer at the house 
Wednesday at 1 p.m. and at the Collins Lutheran church at 1:30 p.m. Burial 
will be in the Reedsville cemetery.
Mrs. Riemer, whose maiden name was Rosalina (sic) Lau, was born in Germany 
Feb. 17, 1857, and came here with her parents at the age of 12 years, settling 
in the town of Rockland. She was married to Michael Riemer in this county, and 
15 children were born to their union. Ten of the children survive.
Survivors are the widower, 10 children, Albert, William, Bernard, Walter Riemer, 
Mrs. Bertha Woerdell, Mrs. Ida Behnke, Mrs. Clara Schroeder, Mrs. Rosie Kieper, 
Mrs. Annie Brandes, and Mrs. Laura Meyer, 43 grandchildren, 13 great-grand-
children, one brother, Robert Lau, Rockland, and one sister, Mrs. William 
Riemer, Aniwa.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 29, 1933 P. 2


RUDOLPH RIEMER

THOUGH NAME IS WRONG, DEAD MAN MAY BE FROM HERE
War Department Notes Death of Michael Riemer in Action, 
May Mean Rudolph Riemer Is Fear
Although the name in the war department reports is incorrect, the 
fact that the message was received by relatives of Rudolph Reimer, 
Manitowoc county boy with the American forces overseas, leads to 
fear that the man reported dead in action, under name of Michael 
Reimer, is the local man. 
The war department says the death of Michael Reimer in action on 
Nov. 1, was received by Arthur Schroeder of Collins, who is brother-
in-law of Rudolph Reimer, who left here in May and who was last heard 
from in a letter written Oct. 26 overseas. Investigation fails to 
reveal that any Michael Reimer was sent from Manitowoc county and 

the fact that the message came to relatives of Rudolph leads to belief 
that he is the one referred to. Rudolph Reimer was a cheesemaker on 
Route 4 and well known. He is 28 years of age and married. His letter 
written October 26 said he was with Co. E. 344th Infantry. Services 
of the Red Cross society have been enlisted by relatives in an effort 
to learn whether the Manitowoc man is the one referred to or whether 
an error had been made. R.H. Markham of the local Red Cross chapter 
has taken the matter up with officials at headquarters and with the 
war department.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, January 11, 1919 Page 1


SELMA B. RIEMER

Mrs. Marvin (Selma) Riemer, 74, formerly of Collins, died late Wednesday evening, 
July 21, at Family Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John and St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial 
will be in Westside Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Riemer was born July 4, 1908, in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late 
William and Eliesa Kriehn Braun. She was married to Marvin Riemer, Oct. 10, 1936, 
at Reedsville.
Survivors include her hsuband, Marvin; three sons and daughters-in-law, Howard and 
Beverly of New Holstein, Harold and Jacqueline of Reedsville, and Ronald and Dayna 
of Collins; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Art Braun of Denmark, and Henry and 
Dorothea Braun of Brillion; a sister and brother-in-law, Eleanor and Oscar Wierschke 
of Wayside, and seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, an 
infant son, an infant daughter, a brother and two sisters.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Friday and at the church Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, July 22, 1982 P. 3


JEFFREY ROBLEY

Jeffrey Robley, 10-months-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Merlin Robley, of Rt. 2, 
Reedsvile (sic), died Monday evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at St. John and St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Harvey Heckendorf officiating. Burial will 
be in the church cemetery.
Jeffrey was born Jan. 30, 1963, at Manitowoc. Besides his parents, he is survived 
by a brother, Randall, paternal grandmother, Mrs. Ida Robley, of Manitowoc and 
his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Clarence Lau, of Rt. 1, Reedsville.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Wednesday and until 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Reedsville 
Funeral Home and from 11 a.m. Thursday until the time of service at the church.
Two Rivers Reporter, December 10, 1963 P. T-3


ANNA (FECHNER) ROSE

MRS. J. ROSE DIES, AGE 56
Wayside Woman Is To Rest At Reedsville
Mrs. Julius Rose, Wayside, died Friday afternoon at a Neenah hospital.
She was 56 years of age.
Mrs. Rose, nee Anna Fechnor(sic), was born in Reedsville where burial 
will take place. Funeral services will be held from the Morrison 
Lutheran church at 1 p.m. Monday.
She is survived by her husband, a son August Schwanke of Osman and
daughter Mrs. William Bohlan by her first marriage, a stepson Ervin
Junker of Manitowoc by her second marriage, and three step-daughters
by her third marriage.
She is also survived by a brother, August Fechnor, of Spring Valley,
and four sisters, Mrs. Ed Pollock, Kaukauna, Mrs. Herman Galgusch,
Fall Creek, Mrs. Gurke, Menasha, and Mrs. William Lemke, Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, May 21, 1932  p.2


ADOLPH RUSCH

Adolph Rusch, 56, town of Rockland farmer, died Saturday evening at the 
Bellin Memorial hospital, Green Bay, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Reedsville 
Cooperative funeral home and at 2 o'clock at St. John-James Emanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran church in Reedsville, the Rev. Harold Eckert 
officiating. Burial will be in the Reedsville west side cemetery.
He was born in Rockland in 1891 and in 1913 married Laura Reinke. She 
survives with a son, Helmuth on the home farm; two daughters, Mrs. Waldemar 
Behnke of Rockland and Gwendolyn at home; brother, Otto, of Brillion; two 
sisters, Mrs. John Bubolz of Rockland and Mrs. W. E. Seehawer of Milwaukee; 
and four grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 13, 1948  P. 2
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Marriage of Adolph Rusch/Laura Reinke
Reedsville Items
Friday evening at 8 o'clock at the parsonage of the Evangelical Zion church the 
solemn words of the marriage ties were pronounced binding in matrimony Miss Laura 
Reinke of Rockland and Adolph Rusch of Reedsville. Mrs. Schneller had decorated 
the home for the happy occasion with flowers and paintings, making it a pleasant 
scene for the happy event. Before the tying of the nuptial knot, Rev. Schneller 
read of Ephecians 5 v. 22-23 and Proverbs 31 v 10-12, especially laying emphasis 
on the words, "Love, love to God and towards each other", after which the solemn 
words spoken binding the two for life. The bride, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank 
Reinke of Rockland, was attired in pink silk trimmed with lace and pearl trimmings 
and also wore a becoming wreath and veil. The groom wore a navy blue suit. He was 
assisted by Edward Reinke, a brother of the bride who acted as best man. Miss 
Pauline Fischer gowned in white embroidery dress was maid of honor. After the 
ceremony the wedding guests partook of a wedding supper at the bride's home. The 
happy couple will reside on the groom's farm a short distance from this village 
where they will be at home to their friends. Good wishes of friends are extended 
for happy wedded life.
Brillion News, Fri., Dec. 19, 1913
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(Note: She subsequently married Reinhold Koch and is buried with him in this cemetery)


ALBERT A. RUSCH

WELL KNOWN ROCKLAND MAN DIES SUNDAY
Albert Rusch, a well known resident of the town of Rockland, died 
at his home Sunday morning after an illness of some time. He was 47 
years of age and is survived by a widow and four children, Ella, 
Lynda, Walter and Norman. The funeral will be held at Reedsville 
Wednesday afternoon. Decedent was a cousin of A.E. Schulze of this 
city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, July 19, 1915, Page 4
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Notes From Reedsville:
Mr. Albert Rusch of Quarry who died Sunday was buried here Wednesday. 
Besides a wife he leaves two daughters and two sons. He was 47 years 
old.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, July 22, 1915 P. 8
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Mr. and Mrs. E.E. Schultz, Miss Bertha Schulze, Fred Schulze and 
Anton Pilger were at Reedsville yesterday to attend the funeral 
of the late Albert Rusch and have returned.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, July 22, 1915, Page 3

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Reedsville News Items
Gleanings from the Reedsville Reporter
Rusch - At an early hour Sunday morning, the Angel of Death entered the home of Albert A. Rusch of Quarry and called him to his final home in the great beyond leaving a sorrowing wife and four children to miss the fond care of a loving husband and kind father. The deceased man had been ill for some time with cancer of the stomach and although everything possible in the medical line was done to effect a cure, the disease was victor and death came to relieve the suffering for which no earthly aid could be given. Mr. Rusch was still a young man, being 47 years of age, well liked by his friends and neighbors who mourn with his family his early demise. Besides a wife and four children, Ella, Lynda, Walter and Norman, four sisters, Mrs. Fischer of Brillion, Mr. F. Brandt of Elkhart Lake and Mrs. Wm Brandt of Minneapolis survive. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon from the home at 1:00 pm and from the Lutheran church at 2:00 pm, Rev. Koch officiating. Many beautiful floral tributes were presented by friends and relatives of the bereaved family.
Brillion News - Fri., July 23, 1915  

BABY RUSCH

Rusch
birth: 16 May 1904 Rockland
death: 16 May 1904 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1904 Rockland
father: Albert A. Rusch
mother: Mary Bubalz
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


CAROLINE RUSCH

SUFFERS COLD AT FUNERAL, DEATH FOLLOWS
A cold which she contracted ten days ago while attending the funeral of a 
friend and which developed into pneumonia, caused the death at Reedsville
today of Mrs. Carolina Rusch, one of the oldest residents of the county and
a pioneer settler. Mrs. Rusch was 89 years of age, but despite her age had
enjoyed excellent health up to her last illness.
Mrs. Rusch, born Carolina Splitt, was a native of West Prussia, Germany, and
born February 2, 1836, and in 1855 came to Reedsville, where two years later
she was married to Fred Thurn who was killed in battle while serving in the
war in 1863. On October 20, 1865, she was married to Louis Rusch, whose
death four years ago removed the last Civil war veteran at Reedsville. Mrs.
Rusch leaves no children.
Funeral services will be held from the home of Henry Rusch to the Lutheran
church at 1:30 Tuesday, with the Rev. Koch officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 23, 1925   P. 2


EVELYN RUSCH

Evelyn Evie Rusch, age 97, of New Holstein, died on Saturday, April 18, 2015 
at her home. She was born in Reedsville, daughter of the late John and Mabel 
(Junker) Treichel.
On May 26, 1934 she married Helmuth Rusch at St. John St. James Lutheran Church 
in Reedsville. The couple celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary in 2004. He 
preceded her in death on November 27, 2004.
Evie farmed with her husband in the Town of Rockland, Manitowoc County until 
1972 when they moved to New Holstein. She was then employed at Tecumseh from 
1972 until her retirement. Following retirement, she and Helmuth did a lot of 
traveling with friends and relatives.
Evie was a lifelong member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville, 
singing in the choir for many years. She enjoyed playing cards, listening to 
polka music and was an avid Brewers fan, watching many games on TV. Her faith 
and her family were very important to her and Evie especially enjoyed spending 
time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She is survived by two daughters and one son: Germaine (Phil) Yakel of Grafton, 
Susan Goede of New Holstein and Wallace Bud (Faye) Rusch of Menasha; ten grand-
children: Julie Hoffmann of Cedarburg, Mark (Lori) Yakel of Grafton, Debrah (Bill) 
Fordice of Dubuque, IA, David (Jane) Rusch of St. David, Canada, Amy (John) 
Shenot of Fort Collins, CO, Kevin (Jennie) Rusch of Menasha, Melissa (Anthony) 
Jordan of Menasha, Kerri Grosenick-Roberts of Higginsville, MS, Barbara (Gary) 
Dotzauer of Fredonia and Sherri (Mary) Grosenick-Borick of Kalamazoo, MI; 17 great 
grandchildren; one sister, LaVerne Bialik of Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law, Gwen 
Olp of Manitowoc and LaVerne Treichel of Reedsville; nieces; nephews; other 
relatives and friends.
Evie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Helmuth, one son-in-law, 
Raymond Goede, one grandson-in-law, Dennis Hoffmann, two sisters and four brothers-
in-law, Mildred (Michael) Cummings, Edwin Bialek, Karl Olp and Lucille (Louis) 
Wickee and three brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law, Raymond (Mildred) Treichel, 
Norbert Treichel, Gilbert (Alverta) Englebrecht, and Lavida (Waldemar) Behnke.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at St. 
John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. Officiating at the service will be 
Rev. Timothy Nommensen with burial in Westside Cemetery. Friends may call at the 
Wieting Funeral Home, 15 7th St. in Reedsville on Friday, April 24, 2015 from 5:00 
p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The visitation will continue on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 
10:45 a.m.  
Evie was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and she will be truly 
missed.
Manitowoc Herald Times - April, 2015


HELMUTH RUSCH

Helmuth R. Rusch, age 90, of 2319 Illinois Ave., New Holstein, passed away on 
Nov. 27, 2004 at Calumet Medical Center in Chilton. 
He was born on May 5, 1914 in the Town of Rockland, son of the late Adolph and 
Laura (Reinke) Rusch. He married Evelyn Treichel on May 26, 1934 at St. John St. 
James in Reedsville. Helmuth farmed on the family farm and worked in security at 
Tecumseh Products in New Holstein until his retirement. He was a lifetime member 
of St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. He was a former member of 
the church male choir and the Reedsville Lions Club. Helmuth enjoyed woodworking 
and playing musical instruments, especially the saxophone. 
He is survived by his wife, Evelyn, of 70 years; his children, Germaine (Phillip) 
Yakel of Grafton, Bud (Faye) Rusch of Menasha, Susan Goede of New Holstein; 10 
grandchildren, Barbara, Julie, Mark, Debra, David, Amy, Kevin, Melissa, Sherri, 
Kerri; 12 great grandchildren. He is further survived by a sister and a brother-
in-law, Gwen (Karl) Olp of Manitowoc, and two sisters-in-law, LaVern Bialek of 
Manitowoc and LaVern Treichel of Reedsville. He was preceded in death by a sister, 
LaVida Behnke. 
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2004 at St. John St. James 
Lutheran Church in Reedsville with Rev. Timothy Nommensen officiating. Burial will 
be in the Westside Cemetery. 
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville from 4 to 8 p.m. on 
Monday, Nov. 29, and then at the church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time 
of service.
Newspaper not cited


HENRIETTA RUSCH

MRS. RUSCH IS DEAD, AGE 92
Pioneer Reedsville Resident Dies at Home of Daughter
Mrs. Henrietta Rusch, a pioneer resident of the village of Reedsville, 
died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ernst Klann, at 5:40 o'clock 
this morning. Her death was due to infirmities incident to old age, she 
having celebrated her ninety-second birthday last Christmas. The funeral 
arrangements are awaiting word from a son who lives at Glendale, 
California and will be announced tomorrow. 
Born in Germany almost a century ago, Mrs. Rusch came to this country in 
1865 with her husband. They came to Reedsville to live and then left the 
village to take up their home at Stiles where they remained for a number 
of years. The family then returned to Reedsville. Mr. Rusch died 23 years 
ago. Surviving Mrs. Rusch are three daughters, Mrs. Adolph Jantz of 
Shawano, Mrs. Edwin Jantz of Hilbert and Mrs. Ernst Klann of Reedsville; 
two sons, Fran Rusch of New London and Otto Rusch of Glendale, California 
and 31 grandchildren and 49 great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Evening Times, Monday, April 13, 1931, Page 3


LOUIS C. RUSCH

TAPS SOUND FOR LAST WAR VET AT REEDSVILLE
(Special to the Herald-News)
REEDSVILLE, May 16th-Louis Rusch will not march in the Memorial day 
parade here on May 30.
Reedsville's last surviving veteran of the Civil war heard taps for 
the last time Sunday and has been summoned for the grand review of 
heroes who in 1861-65, battled for the preservation of the union. 
For years, Mr. Rusch has been the one uniformed veteran participating 
in the Memorial day exercises and his presence will be missed.
The death of Mr. Rusch followed for a general breakdown due to advanced 
age. During the Civil war he served with the 26th Wisconsin Infantry 
and was in many of the important battles of the war, serving for three 
years. 
Mr. Rusch is survived by his wife and two half brothers. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, May 16, 1921  P. 1
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Louis Rusch, Reedsville's oldest war veteran, died on Sunday. 
Mr. Rusch was born in Germany in 1835 and came to this country in '59. He 
volunteered in the Union army in 1862 and served faithfully as a soldier under 
Grant and Sherman. He was wounded at Fischer Creek and discharged in 1865.
Tri-County Record, Kiel  Thursday, May 19, 1921  pg. 4
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ONLY ONE VET OF CIVIL WAR AT REEDSVILLE 
REEDSVILLE, April 28-Each succeeding year finds the lines of the old boys 
in blue thinned by death and this year Reedsville has but one veteran of 
the war of 1861-65 and he may be unable to participate in the exercises 
which for years he has not missed.
Louis Rusch, pioneer of the county, served with the 26th Wisconsin, being 
assigned to Co. F, that regiment at Camp Siegel, Milwaukee, when he 
volunteered in 1862. He fought at Chancellorville, Missionary Ridge and at 
Gettysburg. Later he was assigned to Sherman's command and during the march 
through Georgia he was injured. He was discharged from service June 29, 1865 
and was welcomed home by Gov. Salomon.
Col. Wood, who was in command at the battle of Peach Tree, paid high tribute 
to the 26th when he said, "Where all behave well, it may be regarded as 
invidious to call attention to individuals, yet it seems to me I cannot 
discharge my duty in this report without pointing out for especial recommend-
ation the conduct of the 26th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry and its brave and 
able commander."
After his return from service Mr. Rusch married Mrs. Carolina Thurm whose 
husband had been killed in war and she has ministered to him during a severe 
siege of illness that has confined him to his home for weeks. Reedsville hopes 
that Mr. Rusch will be able to get in line on Memorial day.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, April 28, 1921  P. 1


MARY A. RUSCH

Mrs. Mary Rusch, 82, of Rt. 2, Reedsville, died at home Saturday morning 
following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Sts. John and James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Wendland will 
officiate and burial will be in Westside Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
The former Mary Bubolz was born July 2, 1876, in the Town of Rockland, 
Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Bubolz. She 
was married to Albert Rusch Jan. 10, 1894, at Reedsville. The couple 
operated a farm until 1915 when the husband died. Mrs. Rusch then 
continued to live on the farm with her son, Norman. A son also preceded 
her in death.
Survivors include Norman, two daughters, Mrs. James Breckenridge of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. Ed Mahloch of Collins; a brother, Alfred of Marshfield; 
six sisters, Mrs. Bertha Cornelius of Merford, Mrs. Augusta Lemke of Duluth, 
Minn., Mrs. Ida Cherney, Mrs. Jack Habermeyer and Miss Nellie and Flora 
Bubolz of Marshfield; seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday 
and at church from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 22, 1958  P. 23


PAULINE RUSCH

Mrs. August Rusch, 76, died this morning at the farm home in Rockland, 
following a brief illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Reedsville 
Cooperative funeral home and a 2 o'clock at the St. John-James Evangelical 
Lutheran church in Reedsville, the Rev. Harold Eckert officiating. Burial 
will be in the west side cemetery.
Mrs. Rusch, nee Pauline Seehawer, was born in Germany in 1869 and accompanied 
her parents to this county when a child. In 1889 she was married to Mr. Rusch 
and they located on the homestead farm in Rockland, now operated by her son, 
Adolph. Mr. Rusch died several years ago. Two daughters also preceded Mrs. 
Rusch in death. 
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. John Buboltz of Rockland, Mrs. Walter 
Seehawer of Hortonville; two sons, Adolph on the home farm and Otto of 
Brillion; three brothers, August, Gottlieb and Julius all of Milwaukee; 
10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home in Reedsville after 2 p.m. 
Saturday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 5, 1946  P. 2


WILLIAM E. RUSCH

William E. Rusch, 51, a lifelong resident of the Town of Cato, died at the home 
Friday morning. Mr. Rusch was born in 1899 in the Town of Cato. He never married. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John & St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, Rev. Elwood Habermann officiating. Burial will be in 
the West Side Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Survivors are his mother, Mrs. Mary Rusch; brother, Norman on the homestead farm; 
two sisters, Mrs. Ed Mahlock of Collins and Mrs. James Breckenridge of Manitowoc. 
Friends may call at the Reedsville funeral home from 7 p.m. Saturday until 10 a.m. 
Monday when the casket will be moved to the church to lie in state until time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Friday, Aug. 10, 1951 - page 10


LESTER SCHAEFER

Lester A. Schaefer, 65, of N7157 Long Lake Road, Brillion, died Thursday, April 27, 
1989 at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay.  Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Sunday 
at St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller will 
officiate with burial at Westside Cemetery.
Mr. Schaefer was born march 15, 1924 in the Town of Rantoul, son of Otto Schaefer 
and the late Bertha Mathiebe Schaefer. He married the former Rufena Olp on 
November 21, 1942 at Reedsville. Mr Sachefer was employed at Larsen Canning Company 
for 31 years in Brillion, retiring in 1989. He was a member of St. John St. James 
Lutheran church, Reedsville.
Survivors include his wife, Rufena; his father, Otto Schaefer of Brillion; a sister, 
Mildred Matznick of rural Chilton; two brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law, 
Carl and Violet Devereux of Green Bay, Reuben and Joan Olp of Palm Bay, Florida and 
Marcella Spatchek of Reedsville; nieces, nephews, and many friends survive. He was 
preceded in death by his mother, a sister-in-law and two brothers-in-law.
Friends may call at Wieting Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, 5 pm to 9 pm Saturday; 
8 am to 11 am on Sunday and then at the church from 12 noon until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Apr. 28, 1989 page B7


RUFENA A. SCHAEFER

Rufena A. Schaefer, age 81, of 119 S. Glenview Ave., Brillion, passed away 
peacefully to be with her Lord on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2004 at Manor Care East 
in Green Bay.
She was born on March 20, 1923 in Reedsville, daughter of the late William and 
Lena (Bubol) Olp. She married Lester Schaefer on Nov. 21, 1942 at St. John St. 
James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. Rufena worked in the office at Larson 
Canning Co. in Brillion for many years. She was a lifelong member of St. John 
St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville and served on the Finance Committee.
Survivors include two sisters: Marcella Spatchek of Reedsville; Vi Devereax of 
Green Bay; many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her 
parents; her husband: Lester on April 26, 1989; her in-laws: Otto and Bertha 
Schaefer; two brothers: Reuben Olp and Clarmont (sic) Olp; three brothers-in-
law and a sister-in-law: Harvey Matznick, Elroy Spatchek, Carl Devereux and 
Bette Olp; two nephews: A.J. Doudna and Scott Kiel.
Funeral service will be held on Monday, Aug. 16, 2004 at 2 p.m. at St. John 
St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Timothy L. Nommensen will 
officiate. Burial will be in the West Side Cemetery in Reedsville.
Friends may call at the church on Monday from noon until the time of service.
The Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion is assisting the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 14, 2004  P. B5


ALBERT SCHMALTZ

Albert Schmaltz, 64, of the Town of Rockland, died unexpectedly Wednesday 
afternoon of a heart attack at the Lloyd Behnke residence where he had made 
his home the past 10 years.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home. 
The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial will be in West Side 
Church Cemetery.
Mr. Schmaltz was born Jan. 31, 1910, at Oshkosh, son of the late Albert 
and Mathilda Bresernburg Schmaltz. 
Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday 
until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, May 9, 1974   P. 23


GENEVIEVE SCHMID

Genevieve Schmid, Reedsville, Age 81, died Wednesday, November 19, 2003 at 
the County Care Residence in Reedsville. 
She was born on June 1, 1922 in Escanaba, Michigan; daughter of the late 
Chester J. and Jennie M. (LaCourt) Papineau. She married Jack A. Schmid on 
July 1, 1944 in Alabama. Gen worked in a photo studio and a bakery. She was 
a member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. 
Survivors include two grandchildren, Robin Duff and Shelby Duff; and a great-
granddaughter, Sarah Duff. Gen was preceded in death by her parents, her 
husband Jack on July 11, 1999, a son Gary Duff, a sister and a brother. 
Funeral service will be held Saturday, November 29th at 2 p.m. at St. John St. 
James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Timothy Nommensen will officiate. 
Burial will be in the Westside Cemetery, Reedsville. 
Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of 
service. The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 2003


ALBERTINE SCHROEDER

MOTHER AND BABE TO REST IN SAME GRAVE
Mother and babe will rest in the same grave at Reedsville Thursday 
when burial services will be held for Mrs. John Schroeder and her 
little daughter. Mrs. Schroeder died when the babe was born and the 
child survived only a short time. Mrs. Schroeder was 44 years of 
age and with her husband resided on a farm…illegible…in Rockland…
illegible…her husband…illegible…two sons…rest is illegible.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, April 21, 1915, Page 1
********
Mrs. Schroeder died at an early hour Monday morning at the age of 44 years. 
She was born in the town of Rockland in the year 1871. In the year of 1890 
she married John Schroeder and resided in the village of Reedsville for a 
few years and then moved on a farm in the town of Rockland and lived there 
until the last. 
She was a beloved wife and mother and was well known for her sweet disposition. 
She leaves her beloved husband and four children who certainly feel sorry at 
this sad hour.  
The children are Edna, Henry and Elmer who are remaining at home and Mrs. Aug. 
Bratz one mile from home, her aged parents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Bubolz of 
Marshfield, Wis., eight sisters, Mrs. Rusch of Quarry and Mrs. Klann of Collins 
and six sisters residing in Marshfield, Wis., four brothers, Louis Bubolz of 
Rockland and Albert, Martin and August of Marshfield, Wis., and a little niece 
Lucille seven months old, and many friends and old acquaintances. The funeral 
will take place Thursday from the Lutheran church, Rev. Koch officiating.  
Brillion News - April 23, 1915


CARL T. SCHROEDER

Death last Thurs. from bronchitis, of Carl F.T. Schroeder in Reedsville, a widely 
known and beloved resident of that city. He was born 26 Mar. 1826 in Rosenhagen, 
Mecklenburg and came to America in 1851, first to Milwaukee then to Manitowoc 
where he opened a shoemaker shop in the same place where Carl Gelbke now has his 
shop. He worked there for 14 yrs. before moving to Reedsville where he operated a 
store for 10 yrs. before it was destroyed by fire. He then bought a farm in the 
vicinity of Reedsville, which he operated for 6 yrs. 5 mos. before selling it and 
retiring. Mr. Schroeder was married 3 times. He leaves 6 children - 4 daughters
and 2 sons. His funeral was conducted by Pastor Brenner, of Reedsville, on Sat.
afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Apr. 1893
********
Order for Proof of Will.
STATE OF WISCONSIN. COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.
In the matter of the estate of Charles Schroeder deceased. In probate.
An Instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of 
Charles Schroeder of the village of Reedsville, in said county, deceased, 
having been delivered into said court:
And Charles Schroeder, of Hilbert, Calumet Co. Wis., having presented to 
said court his petition in writing, duly verified, representing, among other 
things, that said Charles Schroeder died testate at the village of Reedsville, 
in said Manitowoc county, on the 29th day of March, 1893, that said instrument 
is the last will of said deeased (sic) and that Charles Schroeder is named 
therein as executor, and praying that said instrument be proven and admitted 
to probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued to said Charles 
Schroeder.
It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs 
of said last will and testament be taken, at a regular term of said county 
court, to be held at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, 
the 6th day of June 1893, 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 Nord-Westen, a newspaper published 
in said Manitowoc county.
Dated May 8th, 1893.
By the Court:
Emil Baensch County Judge.
Nash & Nash, Attornnys. (sic)
Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, Thursday, May 25, 1893 P. 


HELENE SCHROEDER

Helen A. Schroeder, 77, of 214 Parkway Drive, Brillion, died Sunday at Theda 
Clark Medical Center, Neenah, after a brief illness.  
The former Helen A. Jentsch was born Nov. 22, 1905 in the town of Rantoul, 
daughter of Herman and Anna Zarnoth Jentsch. On October 25, 1924, she married 
Henry Schroeder. The couple farmed in the town of Rockland until 1946 when 
they moved to Chilton. Mr. Schroeder died in January 1954.  
She was employed at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton, for 15 years. After 
retiring, she moved to Brillion. Mrs. Schroeder was a member of Trinity 
Lutheran Church, Brillion and its Ladies Aid Society. 
Survivors include four daughters; Mrs. Alvin (Lucille) Hackbarth of Hilbert, 
Mrs. Evelyn Kalista of Manitowoc, Mrs. Jerome (Caroline) Schroeder of Rural 
Chilton and Mrs. Al (Helen) Buboltz of Brillion; 14 grandchildren; 15 great 
grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Lydia Bratz of Reedsville and Mrs. Anna 
Krueger of Brillion; and two brothers, Robert Jentsch of Manitowoc and Walter 
Jentsch of Rural Hilbert. She was preceded in death by a daughter, a son, 
three sisters and six brothers.  
Funeral services were held Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church. The Rev. 
Terry Deters, pastor officiated. Burial was in Reedsville Lutheran Cemetery.
(No newspaper or date cited)
********
Helen A. Schroeder, 77, of 214 Parkway Drive, Brillion, died Sunday, Nov. 28, 
at Theda Clark Medical Center, Neenah, following a short illness.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Brillion. 
The Rev. Terry Deters will officiate and burial will be in Reedsville Lutheran 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Schroeder was born Nov. 22, 1905, in the town of Rantoul, daugher of the 
late Herman and Anna Zarnoth Jentsch. She was married to Henry Schroeder, Oct. 25, 
1924. The couple farmed in the Town of Rockland until 1946 when they moved to 
Chilton. Mr. Schroeder preceded her in death in January of 1954. Mrs. Schroeder 
was employed at Calumet Memorial Hospital for 15 years. After her retirement, she 
moved to Brillion. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Brillion, and the 
Ladies Aid.
Survivors include four daughters and three sons-in-law, Lucille and Alvin Hackbarth 
of Hilbert, Mrs. Evelyn Kalista of Manitowoc, Carolyn and Jerome Schroeder of rural 
Chilton, and Helen and Al Buboltz of Brillion; two brothers, Robert Jentsch of 
Manitowoc, and Walter Jentsch of rural Hilbert; two daughters (sic), Mrs. Lydia 
Bratz of Reedsville, and Mrs. Anna Krueger of Brillion; 14 grandchildren and 15 
great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, a son, three sisters 
and six brothers.
Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, after 4 p.m. Tuesday and until 
10:30 a.m. Wednesday, and at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, November 29, 1982 P. 3


HENRY W. SCHROEDER

Henry W. Schroeder, 51-year-old operator of Heinie's Tavern at 360 E. Main St., 
Chilton, died at his home at 4 a.m. today. He had been in ill health for the 
past 16 months.
Mr. Schroeder had been a resident of Chilton for the past five years.
He was born in the Town of Rockland, Manitowoc county, on July 30, 1902, the 
son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Schroeder. He attended Lutheran school at 
Reedsville and was married to Helena Gentsch on Oct. 25, 1924, at Trinity 
Lutheran church in Chilton.
He was a member of Trinity Lutheran church in the Town of Rantoul before moving 
to Chilton where he as member of St. Martin's Lutheran church.
The survivors include his wife; four daughters, (private); six grandchildren; 
one brother, Elmer Schroeder of Cato and a sister, Mrs. Arnold Brehmer of 
Reedsville. One son and one daughter preceded him in death.
Funeral services will beheld at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Erbe Hoffman Funeral 
home in Chilton and at 2 o'clock at St. Martin's Lutehran church with the Rev. 
W. J. Zuberbier officiating. The body will lie in state at the funeral home 
from 7 p.m. Sunday until the time of services on Tuesday.
Sheboygan Press, Saturday, January 16, 1954  P. 8 


JOHANN SCHROEDER

The funeral of the late John Schroeder, who died Friday evening at 9:30 p.m. 
at Bellin Memorial hospital, Green Bay, was held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from 
the old homestead in Rockland now owned by his son Henry. Mr. Schroeder had 
been ill for over a year with rheumatism and for the past few months has been 
cared for at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Arnold Brehmer of Reedsville, but 
was taken to the Bellin hospital last week Friday for treatment.
Mr. Schroeder was born in Reedsville in Nov. 1866. After his marriage to 
Albertine Bubolz, he moved to Rockland where he purchased a farm residing 
there until coming to Reedsville a few months ago.
He is survived by three children, two sons, Henry and Elmer of Rockland and 
Edna, Mrs. Arnold Brehmer of Reedsville. Seven grandchildren, one brother 
and one sister.
Funeral services were held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the home and 2:00 p.m. 
at the Lutheran church, Reedsville, Rev. H. Koch officiating and was largely 
attended. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, August 6, 1931  P. 9 


LILLIAN SCHROEDER

DAUGHTER DIES AT EARLY AGE 
Lillian Schroeder Dies at Seven Months 
Lillian, seven months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schroeder, 
in the town of Rockland, died at the family home this morning after 
a brief illness. She was born Oct. 9, 1930. Besides the parents, 
she is survived by three sisters. The funeral will be held Saturday 
afternoon with services at the Lutheran church at Reedsville. 
Manitowoc Evening Times, May 7, 1931 


WILMER A. SCHROEDER

One of Mr. and Mrs. John Schroeder's twin babies died last Saturday. The 
funeral was held on Monday, interment taking place at the Lutheran cemetery 
at Reedsville.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 28, 1907
*********
Wilmer Schroeder
birth: 7 October 1906 Rockland
death: 23 March 1907 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1907 Rockland
father: John Schroeder
mother: Tina
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


ALBERT SCHULTZ

Albert Schultz, 89, of Reedsville, died Tuesday evening at Family Heritage 
Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at St. John and St. James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial 
will be in Westside Church Cemetery.
Mr. Schultz was born June 11, 1883, in the Town of Rockland, son of the late 
Henry and Augusta Schwlbe Schultz. He married Anna Churow March 16, 1909. He 
was a well known cheesemaker for 50 years before retirement. He was a trustee 
on the Reedsville Village Board and Reedsville School Board. He was a member 
of St. John and St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church. The couple celebrated 
its 60th wedding anniversary in 1969.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
A son, Milford, twin brother of Gilford, preceded him in death Nov. 18, 1948.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Thursday until 11 a.m. 
Friday and at the church until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. February 7, 1973


ANNA C. SCHULTZ

Mrs. Albert (Anna) Schultz, 86, of Reedsville, died Wednesday at Memorial 
hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 12 noon Saturday at St. John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will 
officiate with burial in West Side Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Schultz, nee Anna Thurow, was born Dec. 27, 1888, in the Town of Maple 
Grove, daughter of the late Robert and Lena Thurow. She was married to Albert 
Schultz March 16, 1909, at Reedsville. She was a member of the Ladies Aid 
Society of St. John and St. James Church. Mr. Schultz preceded her in death 
in 1973.
Survivors include three sons, Milton, Royal, and Gilford, of Reedsville, 
11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. A son preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday and at 
the church from 9 a.m. Saturday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Thursday, July 17, 1975  P. 3


MILFORD SCHULTZ

Farmer Killed in Tractor Accident 
Wheel Passes Over Milford Schultz' Chest 
Milford Schultz, 25, operating a farm on the outskirts of Reedsville, was 
fatally injured late Monday afternoon when he fell under the wheels of a 
tractor on his farm. He died a short time later at the Holy Family hospital 
in this city. 
The young farmer, with his twin brother, Gilford, was engaged in plowing 
operations. The latter was at the wheel of the tractor and Milford was riding 
on the fender, which collapsed. He fell under the wheel and it passed over 
his chest before the vehicle could be stopped. 
Coroner Theodore Teitgen, who was summoned, announced there would be no inquest. 
He said the dead farmer had moved out to the farm only the week previous.
The deceased was born near Reedsville in 1924, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert 
Schultz. His father operates a cheese factory. In 1946 he married Miss Loretta 
Gruett. She survives with a five months old son, (private); parents; Mr. and 
Mrs. Albert Schultz of Reedsville, and three brothers, Gilford, Royal and Milton 
all of Reedsville.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the farm home, a half mile west 
of Reedsville and at 2 p.m. at the SS John-James Evangelical Lutheran church, 
Reedsville. Services will be in German and English. Burial will be in the west-
side church cemetery.
Friends may call at the farm home from Wednesday afternoon until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, November 15, 1949  P. 1


MILTON R. SCHULTZ

Milton R. Schultz, 76, of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, formerly of Reedsville, 
died Wednesday, February 7, 1990, at the nursing home after a long illness.
Funeral services will be 7 p.m. Friday at Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville. 
Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate and burial will be in Westside Cemetery.
He was born October 26, 1913, in Reedsville, son of the late Albert and Annie 
Thurow Schultz. He married Wilma Plantico on Septembwer 5, 1934, in Reedsville. 
He was a cheesemaker his entire lifetime. Mr. Schultz was a member of St. John 
St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
Survivors include his wife, Wilma; two daughters and sons-in-law, Marlene and 
Paul Bialek of MacClenny, Florida, and Valerie and William Kocian of Greenleaf; 
one son and daughter-in-law, Ron and Hilda Schultz of Shawano; seven grand-
children; three great grandchildren; one brother, Gilford Schultz of Reedsville. 
He was preceded in death by two brothers.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. 
Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter


WILMA G. SCHULTZ

Wilma G. Schultz, age 82, formerly of Reedsville, and the McCormic Memorial Home, 
Green Bay, passed away on Monday, November 24, 1997, at the Western Village 
Nursing Home, Green Bay.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 28, 1997, at the 
Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate with burial 
in the West Side Cemetery, Reedsville.
She was born March 30, 1915, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Charles and Emma 
(Sachse) Plantico. She married Milton R. Schultz on September 5, 1934, in Illinois. 
She and Milton owned and operated the Reedsville Cheese Factory and also the Cozy 
Cafe in Reedsville. Wilma also worked at Tecumseh Products in New Holstein until 
her retirement. She was member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville, 
and also the Reedsville Homemakers.
Survivors include two daughter (sic) and sons-in-law, Marlene and Paul Bialek, 
MacClenny, Fla., and Valerie and William Kocian,Greenleaf; one son and daughter-in-
law, Ron and Hilda Schultz, Shawano; six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. 
Wilma was preceded in death by her husband on February 7, 1990; and a granddaughter, 
Shawna.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, on Friday, November 28, 
1997, from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 26, 1997 P. A2


AUGUSTE SCHWANKE

Notes from Reedsville:
Mrs. C. Schwauke(sic), an old resident of Rockland, died at the home 
of her son, Carl, Saturday and was buried Wednesday, Rev. Koch 
officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 5, 1920
*******
Our Reedsville Letter:
The news of the death of Mrs. Schwanke of Collins was conveyed to friends here 
Saturday. Mrs. Schwanke is a sister of Mrs. August L. Rusch who resides near 
this village.
Brillion News, Fri., Feb. 6, 1920
*******
(Note: The Saturday before Feb. 5 was Jan. 31)
(1900 Rockland census:
William Schwanke age 56; Augusta 51; Carl 25; Amanda 18;
Rudolph Niodertchek(?) adopted age 11)


EMIL SCHWANKE

Collins Items:
Mr. Emil Schwantke died last Sunday of lung fever. Deceased was only 31 years 
of age and leaves a wife and two children to mourn his untimely death. The 
funeral was held at Reedsville, Rev. Brenner officiating.
Brillion News, Fri., Feb. 2, 1900


CAROLE J. SIEBERT

Carole J. Siebert, age 78, of Reedsville, passed away on Tuesday, March 20, 
2012, at her home.
Carole was born in Manitowoc on July 30, 1933, daughter of the late Arthur 
and Louise (Moschel) Eichhorst. On October 8, 1960, she married Elroy Siebert 
at St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Carole worked at Tecumseh. 
She enjoyed playing cards, going out to eat with friends, and spending time 
with her family. Carole also enjoyed playing cards, going out to eat with 
friends, and spending time with her family. Carole also enjoyed the Eichhorst 
Family Camping Outing and country music festivals. She was a member of the 
Reedsville American Legion Auxiliary and St. John St. James Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville.
She is survived by her children and their spouses: Lisa (Rev. Dan) Sargent of Lusaka, 
Zambia in Africa, Jack (Jo) Siebert of Reedsville, and Jay (Cindi) Siebert of DePere; 
four grandchildren: Nathan Sargent of Lusaka, Zambia , Amanda (Danny) Pahl of 
Reedsville, and Tawny and Chase Siebert of DePere; two brothers and two 
sisters-in-law: Leroy Eichhorst of Sussex, Don (Pat) Eichhorst of Reedsville, and 
Dorothy Eichhorst of Manitowoc; her dear friend: LaVerne Treichel of Reedsville, 
many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. 
Carole was preceded in death by three brothers and two sister-in-law, an infant 
brother Frederick, Alan Eichhorst, Lyle (Mildred) Eichhorst, and Shirley 
Eichhorst; one sister and brother-in-law ;Betty (Vernon) Anderson; and other in 
laws: Howard (Norma) Siebert, Carlton (Nancy) Siebert, Ed (Emily) Garsow, and 
Leroy (Grace) Welch.
Funeral Service for Carole will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, March 26, 2012, 
at St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Officiating will be the Rev. 
Timothy Nommensen with burial at Westside Cemetery, Reedsville.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, on Sunday, March 25, 
2012 from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. There will be a Reedsville American Legion 
Auxiliary Memorial Service. The visitation will continue at church on Monday 
morning from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:30 a.m. Online 
condolences may be made at www.wietingfuneral home.com
Manitowoc Herald Times  Friday, March 23, 2012


ELROY E. SIEBERT

Elroy "Slug" Siebert, 63, of 116 S. 6th Street, Reedsville, died Sunday, 
January 17, 1988 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 2 pm Wednesday by St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. 
Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate with burial at Westside Cemetery, 
Reedsville.
Mr. Siebert was born November 28, 1924 in Brown County, son of Reinhardt and 
Irma Frosch Siebert. He married the former Carole Eichhorst on October 8, 1960 
at Reedsville. Mr. Siebert was employed at Tecumseh Products in New Holstein 
for the past 18 years. He also served in the United States Army and was a member 
of St. John St. James Lutheran Church, past church council member, life member 
of Amvets Post Number 1032 where he served as past Commander and at the present 
time was a Finance Officer and Commander of American Legion Post Number 199 of 
Reedsville.
Survivors include his wife, Carole; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Reinhardt Siebert 
of Wayside; two sons and daughters-in-law, Jack and Karen of Reedsville and Jay 
and Cindy of Green Bay; a daughter, Lisa Siebert and her fiancé, Dan Sargent of 
Watertown, South Dakota; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Howard and Norma 
Siebert and Carlton and Nancy Siebert, all of Green Bay; two sisters and a brother-
in-law, Mrs. Emily Garsow of Crivitz and Grace and LeRoy Welch of Reedsville; a 
granddaughter, Amanda and many nieces and nephews survive.
Friends may call at Wieting-Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, 4 pm to 9 pm Tuesday 
and Wednesday from 8 am to 10:30 am and then at the church from 11 am until the 
hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Jan. 18, 1988 page 14


CHESTER SOBIECH

Chester Sobiech, 55, of Route 2, Reedsville, died Thursday evening, October 24, 
at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 2 pm Monday 
at St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will 
officiate and burial will be in West Side Church cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Sobiech was born May 29, 1930 at Manitowoc, son of Frieda Lau Sobiech and 
the late Mike Sobiech. He was a mechanic for Kleist Garage, Collins until 1980 
and also farmed in the Town of Rockland. Mr. Sobiech was a member of St. John 
and St. James Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his mother, Frieda Sobiech of Route 2, Reedsville; three 
brothers, Lawrence of St. Anna, Mike Jr. and Harvey of Route 2, Reedsville; 
aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his 
father. Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, 4 pm to 9 pm Sunday and 
until 11 am Monday and thereafter at the church until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Oct. 25, 1985 page 3


FREIDA SOBIECH

Frieda Sobiech(sic), age 92, of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, formerly 
of Reedsville, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 1995, at Park 
Lawn Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, November 13, 1995, at 
St. John-St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller 
will officiate with burial in the West Side Cemetery.
She was born March 29, 1903, in the town of Rockland, daughter of the 
late Robert and Eleanor (Schroeder) Lau. On November 19, 1927, she 
married Michael Sobiech. The couple farmed in the town of Rockland. 
She was a member of St. John-St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
Survivors include three sons and two daughters-in-law; Lawrence and
Leona Sobiech, New Holstein, Michael Sobiech, Reedsville, and Harvey 
and Debra Sobiech, Reedsville; eight grandchildren; and several great-
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband on December 25, 
1948; a son, Chester in 1985; four sisters and seven brothers.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 6-8 p.m. 
Sunday, and at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of 
service.
Herald Times Reporter, November 11, 1995 P. A2


MIKE SOBIECH

Mike Sobiech, 57, Rockland farmer, died Christmas day at the farm home 
following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Reedsville 
Cooperative funeral home and 2 o'clock at the St. John-James Evangelical 
Lutheran church in Reedsville with burial in the west side cemetery.
Mr. Sobiech was born in Manitowoc in 1891 and in 1927 married Miss Frieda 
Lau. They located on a farm near Taus and four years ago moved to a farm 
in Rockland. He was a veteran of World War I. 
Survivors are his wife; four sons, (private); three brothers, Anton and 
Eddie of this city and Xavier of School Hill; four sisters, Mrs. Nick 
Blashka and Mrs. Stanley Grakowski of this city; Mrs. Frank Sadkowski 
of School Hill and Mrs. John Franz of route 5, Manitowoc. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 27, 1948  P. 12


PAULINE SONNABEND

Mrs. Theodore Sonnabend, 67, of Reedsville, died unexpectedly Sunday 
afternoon at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Otto 
Drager of Rt. 2, Brillion. She and her husband had gone to the Drager 
farm home for a Sunday visit. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the St. John-St. 
James Evangelical Lutheran Church, in Reedsville. The Rev. Elwood 
Haberman will officiate and burial will be in the west side church 
cemetery in Reedsville.
She was born Pauline Klug in Morrison, Brown County, in 1886 and in 
1908 was married to Mr. Sonnabend. For many years the couple has resided 
in Reedsville.
Survivors are the husband; five daughters, Mrs. Otto Drager, of Rt. 2, 
Brillion; Mrs. Herbert Getzin and Mrs. Fred Zurn of Erie, Pa., Mrs. 
Anton Denk and Mrs. Gilbert Engelbrecht, of Reedsville; son, Delbert of 
South Milwaukee; brother, Arthur of DePere; sister, Mrs. Eric Wolter of 
Janesville; 14 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home after 7 p.m. Tuesday. 
The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Thursday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 10, 1953  P. 15


THEODORE SONNABEND

Theodore Carl Sonnabend, 86, formerly of Reedsville, died Wednesday afternoon 
at West Side Americana Nursing Home, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Wayside. The Rev. F.E. Camann will officiate and burial will be in West Side 
Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Sonnabend was born Aug. 10, 1885, at Potter, Town of Rantoul, son of the late 
Detlaf and Augusta Lau Sonnabend. He married Pauline Klug May 21, 1908, at 
Morrison. She preceded him in death Aug. 9, 1953. He married Alma Saenger Aug. 10, 
1955, at Wayside. She preceded him in death Nov. 1, 1970.
Survivors include a son, Delbert, of Oak Creek; four daughters, Mrs. Otto (Gladys) 
Dreger, of Rt. 2, Brillion, Mrs. Anton (Bernice) Denk, and Mrs. Gilbert (Alverta) 
Engelbrecht, of Reedsville, and Mrs. Fred (Dolores) Zurn, of East Springfield, 
Pa.; a brother, Arthur, of Whitelaw; a sister, Mrs. William Matznick, of Brillion; 
13 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren. A daughter, six brothers and three 
sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Friday until 10:30 a.m. 
Saturday and then at the church until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. July 27, 1972


TWIN SONNEBEND DAUGHTERS

Siamese Twins Die Shortly After Birth
Rural Couple Are Parents
Girls Were Joined at Chest, Abdomen 
MANITOWOC-Siamese twins, joined at the chest and abdomen, were born to the wife 
of a Reedsville farmer at the Holy Family Hospital early Saturday. 
The twins, both girls, lived only a little more than half an hour. The mother, 
Mrs. Alice Sonnabend, 31, wife of Reuben Sonnabend, was reported in fair condition 
Saturday by Dr. W. A. Rauch, who made delivery of the twins by Caesarian section.
Check was being made of state medical records Saturday to determine if the Siamese 
twins were the first ever born in Wisconsin.
Doctor Rauch said the twins, born facing each other, had normal bodies but an 
autopsy performed late Saturday revealed that there was only one heart and one 
liver, and he said the twins could not have lived. There were evidences of two 
livers but they were fused at birth, he added. 
Services Sunday 
The physician said it is unusual that Siamese twins are born of normal size. In many 
instances they are prematurely born but the mother in this instance had gone the full 
nine months of pregnancy before their birth. 
Sonnabend, the father, visited the Holy Family Hospital shortly before noon Saturday 
after completing work on the farm and was admitted to see his wife. He tearfully 
advised her that the Siamese twins had been born alive but had died some 30 minutes 
later.
Private funeral services for the twin girls will be held Sunday afternoon at the R
eedsville Funeral Home.
Mr. and Mrs. Sonnabend live on a farm a mile west of Reedsville on Highway 10. The 
mother is the former Alice Abel.
There are five other children in the family ranging in age from three to ten years. 
They are Paul, 3, William, 5, Sharon, 9, Sandra, 10, and Roger, 12…
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 10, 1953  P. 1


F.F. STELLING

F. F. Stelling, 86, retired businessman and one time president of the village 
of Reedsville for a number of years, died last night at his home in Reedsville 
following an illness of two months.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 1:30 from the Stelling home 
and at two o'clock from the Reedsville Lutheran church.
Mr. Stelling was born in Germany April 15, 1851 and came to America when he 
was 17 years old. He settled in Iowa, where he lived for three years. From 
Iowa he went to Boltonville, Wis., where he clerked in a store for several 
years. He married Phoebe Lussendren in Boltenville in 1877. The couple moved 
to Fond du Lac county where they ran a store and later moved to Potters and 
operated another store. 
In 1880 the Stellings settled in Reedsville. Mr. Stelling operated a store, 
a grist mill and an undertaking parlor with his brother, Reinhart Stelling, 
for several years. Reinhart left the business and Mr. Stelling continued in 
it. He retired in 1911. Mr. Stelling held a number of public offices in 
Reedsville and served for several years as village president. Mrs. Stelling 
died 15 years ago.
Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Rose Busse and Mrs. Mayme Wenzlaff, 
Reedsville; Mrs. Florence Menke, Kiel, and Mrs. Clara Rodewald, Milwaukee; 
12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. 
The body will lie at the home until the time of the services Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, July 7, 1937  P. 9 


PHOEBE E. STELLING

MRS. F.F. STELLING
Mrs. Ernst Menke received the sad news of the sudden death of her mother, 
Mrs. F. F. Stelling of Reedsville, on Sunday. Deceased, who was a pioneer 
resident of Reedsville, had been a sufferer from diabetes for a number of 
years and last week had been about as usual. On Thursday she attended a 
church festival party and was in unusual spirits. Saturday she was taken 
ill and the end came Sunday. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon with 
services at the home and at the Lutheran church. Burial in the Lutheran 
cemetery at Reedsville. Mrs. Stelling, nee Lussenden, was born at Boltonville, 
near West Bend, April 23, 1854, and was 68 years old. At eighteen she was 
married to Mr. Stelling, the husband, who with five daughters survive her.  
The couple were preparing to celebrate their golden wedding anniversary. - 1922
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Notes from Reedsville:
Mrs. F. F. Stelling, an old resident of Reedsville, died Sunday, the 
end coming suddenly. Mrs. Stelling has been a sufferer from diabetes 
for a number of years and last week had been about as usual. On Thursday 
she attended a church festival party and was in unusual spirits. Saturday, 
she was taken ill and the end came Sunday. The funeral will be held 
Wednesday afternoon with services at the home and at the Lutheran Church. 
Burial will be at the Lutheran Cemetery at Reedsville.
Mrs. Stellling, nee Lussenden, was born at Boltonville near West Bend, 
April 23, 1854 and was 68 years old. At eighteen she was married to Mr. 
Stelling. The husband who with five daughters survive her. The daughters 
are Mrs. L. A. Busse, Mrs. Fred Hagenow and Mrs. Emil Wenzloff, all of 
Reedsville, Mrs. William Mayerl of Green Bay and Mrs. Ernst Menke of Kiel.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 3, 1922


DORIS C. STUECK

On June 20, 2011, Doris Stueck went to the loving arms of her Savior on her 
birthday at the age of 90.
A life long resident of Reedsville, she was born on June 20, 1921, to Louis 
and Elsie Dowidat Heberer. She was married to Elroy Stueck on April 25, 1942. 
This union produced five children who adored their mother.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
She will be lovingly missed by nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. 
Doris was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a son (Andrew) and 
two grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at St. John-St. James Lutheran Church in 
Reedsville on Friday, June 24. The family will meet with relatives and friends 
at the church from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. The funeral service will be conducted 
at 11 a.m., with committal to follow in the church cemetery. To God be the 
glory!
Herald Times Reporter, June 2011


ELROY L. STUECK

Elroy L. Stueck, age 75, of 313 Birch Lane, Reedsville, passed away, Tuesday, 
July 28, 1992, at the Americana Health Center, in Appleton, following a short 
illness.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, at St. John St. James 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. David Kipfmiller officiating. Burial 
will be in the Westside Cemetery.
He was born October 27, 1916, in New Rockford, N.D., son of the late Edward and 
Ruth McKay Stueck. He was married to Doris Heberer on April 25, 1942, at 
Reedsville. Mr. Stueck was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during World War 
II. He was a member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
He is survived by his wife, Doris; one daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Peter 
Danielsen of Wisconsin Rapids; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Dorel and 
Mary Jane of Kankakee, Ill., Allen and Linda of Mundelein, Ill., Jeffrey of 
Whitefish Bay, and Andrew and Kelly of Appleton; nine grandchildren; one brother 
and sister-in-law, Lloyd and Ellen of Shawano. He was preceded in death by two 
grandchildren and one sister.
Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of 
serivces (sic). The Wieting Funeral Home of Reedsville is assisting the family 
with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 28, 1992 P. A2


ALBERT THUROW

THUROW, Albert-Aged 55. Died Sunday at Newbank, S.D. Born Feb. 8, 1881 in 
town of Maple Grove. Went to Newbank 25 years ago. Funeral services Wednesday 
at 2 p.m. from Ss John and James Lutheran church, Reedsville. Burial in church 
cemetery. Survived by one brother, six sisters.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 13, 1936  P. 13
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Albert Thurow, 55, former Maple Grove resident, died Sunday at Newbank, S.D., 
where he had been farming for the last 25 years. The body was brought back to 
Reedsville for burial Wednesday. Survivors are a brother and six sisters.
Manitowoc Sun, Friday, April 17, 1936   P. 2


CARRIE THUROW

MRS. C. THUROW PASSES AWAY AT REEDSVILLE
Mrs. Caroline Thurow, widow of Robert Thurow, died at the home of her 
daughter, Mrs. Henry Maertz, at Reedsville, last night, her demise being 
due to illness incident to old age. The funeral will be held Monday 
afternoon from the home of the daughter at 1:30 with services at the 
Lutheran church at 2 o'clock, Rev. Koch officiating. Burial will be at 
the village cemetery.
Mrs. Thurow, who was Caroline Treichel before her marriage, was born in 
Germany January 24, 1843, and was married there, coming to this country 
with her husband more than sixty years ago. The family located in Maple 
Grove, where they continued to make their home until about ten years ago 
when they moved to Reedsville. Mr. Thurow died five years ago and since 
that time the widow made her home with her daughter. Surviving her are 
ten children, twenty-two grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren. 
The children are Mrs. Robert Luedtke and August Thurow of Brillion; Fred 
Thurow of Maple Grove, Mrs. August Hoenig of Kaukauna, Mrs. Carrie Hirsch 
of Millbank, South Dakota, Robert Thurow of Reedsville, Albert Thurow of 
Merrill, Mrs. Clara Hoenig of Madison, Mrs. Albert A. Schultz and Mrs. 
Henry Maertz of Reedsville.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, September 17, 1927  P. 4


ROBERT THUROW    (d. 1930)

Robert Thurow, 51, Dies At Home of Sister
Robert Thurow, 51, a native of Maple Grove but who for years has 
been a resident of Reedsville, passed away last night at the home 
of his sister, Mrs. Henry Maertz. Funeral services will be held 
Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 from the Maertz home. The deceased never 
married. He is survived by a number of brothers and sisters. They 
are:  Mrs. Albert Schultz, Mrs. Robert Luedtke, Mrs. Fred Thurow, 
all of Reedsville, Mrs. Carrie ?, Millbank, S.D., Mrs. Wm Hoenig, 
Kaukauna, August of Brillion and Albert of Kaukauna.
Manitowoc Herald News, Mar. 22, 1930 page 2
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Card of Thanks - We wish to express our sincere thanks to all friends and 
relatives for the sympathy and kindness shown us in our recent bereavement 
of our brother, Robert Thurow. Special thanks is extended to Rev. H. Koch, 
pastor, pallbearers, undertaker, donors of flowers and cars and all who 
aided in any way during the sickness and burial.
Brothers & Sisters of Robert Thurow
Manitowoc Herald News, March 29, 1930 page 5


ELSIE TREICHEL

Mrs. John (Elsie) Treichel, 90, Reedsville, died Wednesday, November 13 at 
Calumet Homestead Nursing Home, New Holstein. Funeral services will be 2 pm 
Saturday at St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Rev. Harlyn 
Kuschel will officiate with burial to follow at West Side Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Treichel was born September 22, 1895 in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter 
of the late Herman and Mathilda Berkholz Maertz. She married Anton Engelbrecht 
in 1914 and he preceded her in death in 1918. She then married John Treichel in 
1922 and he preceded her in death in 1958.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Gilbert and Alberta Engelbrecht 
of Reedsville and Norbert and LaVerne Treichel of Reedsville; two daughters and 
sons-in-law, Louis and Lucille Wicke of Suring and Edwin and LaVerne Bailek of 
Manitowoc; two step-daughters, Mrs. Mike Cummings of Reedsville and Mrs. Helmuth 
Rusch of New Holstein; a brother, Mr. Ervin Maertz of Reedsville; a sister-in-law, 
Mrs. Anna Maertz of Reedsville; a brother-in-law, Mr. Alvin Broehm of Chilton; 
numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and nieces and nephews also 
survived. She was preceded in death by a daughter and a step son.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, 4 pm to 9 pm Friday afternoon and 
Saturday at the church from noon until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, Nov. 14, 1985 page 3
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Notes from Reedsville:
The wedding of Miss Elsa Engelbrecht and John Treichel, well known 
young people of Reedsville, took place Saturday, the Rev. Sauer 
officiating. A wedding reception was held at the home of the bride's 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Engelbrecht. The couple will make their 
home here where Mr. Treichel is employed as a cheesemaker.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 10, 1922


JOHN TREICHEL

John Treichel, 69, Reedsville, died Friday afternoon at his home 
following a heart attack. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Monday 
at Reedsville Funeral home and at 2 pm at St John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. John Wendland 
officiating. Burial will be in the West Side Church Cemetery.
Mr. Treichel was born December 10, 1888 in the Town of Maple Grove, 
son of the late Carl and Caroline Begalke Treichel. On November 5, 
1914 he married Mabel Junker who died in 1920. In August 4, 1922 he 
married Elsie Maertz Engelbrecht. He was employed at Pauly Cheese Co., 
Reedsville and at Larsen Canning Co., Green Bay. In recent years he 
was a janitor of St. John and St. James Evangelical Lutheran School, 
Reedsville.
Survivors include his wife, two sons, Norbert of Reedsville and Raymond 
of Two Rivers; three daughters, Mrs. Michael Cummings of Grimms, Mrs. 
Edwin Bialek Jr., of Manitowoc and Mrs. Helmuth Rusch of Reedsville; a 
step-son, Gilbert Engelbrecht of Reedsville; a step daughter, Mrs. Louis 
Wicke of Graftor; a brother, Carl of Maribel, two sisters, Mrs. Charles 
Krueger of Rt. 1, Reedsville and Mrs. August Thurow of Brillion; 28 
grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends may call at the 
funeral home after 10 am Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., May 24, 1958
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Notes from Reedsville:
The wedding of Miss Elsa Engelbrecht and John Treichel, well known 
young people of Reedsville, took place Saturday, the Rev. Sauer 
officiating. A wedding reception was held at the home of the bride's 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Engelbrecht. The couple will make their 
home here where Mr. Treichel is employed as a cheesemaker.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 10, 1922


NORBERT H. TREICHEL

Norbert H. Treichel, 61, of 216 Mill Street, Reedsville, died at home Saturday, 
March 17, 1990, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John St. James Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate and burial will be in the 
Westside Cemetery.
He was born May 15, 1928, in Reedsville, son of the late John and Elsie Maertz 
Treichel. He married LaVerne Wordel on May 8, 1954, in Brillion. He was employed 
at the Brillion Works for many years. He served as a Sargeant in the United 
States Army from 1950-1952. He was a member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville; the American Legion Post of 199 of Reedsville; he was a past member 
of the Reedsville Fire Department. 
Survivors include his wife, LaVerne; a sister and brother-in-law, LaVerne and 
Edwin Bialek Jr. of Manitowoc; a half brother and sister-in-law, Gilbert and 
Alberta Engelbrecht of Reedsville; three half sisters and two brothers-in-law, 
Lucille and Losi Wicke of Suring, Mildred Cummings of Reedsville, Evelyn and 
Helmuth Rusch of New Holstein; two sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Irene and 
James Decker of Milwaukee and Elaine and Erwin Waach of Valders; two brothers-in-
law and sisters-in-law, Erhardt and Audrey Wordel of Brillion and Elroy and Diane 
Worde of Newark, California; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by 
his parents and a half brother, Ray Treichel.
Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday 
and from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday and then at the church from 11 a.m. to 
the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter


ANNA UTKE

Mrs. Theodore Utke, 70, nee Anna Zahn, lifelong resident of Reedsville 
and vicinity, died yesterday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. August 
Abel, in Milwaukee. Her husband preceded her in death 16 years ago.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Rose Frazier of San Francisco, Mrs. 
Abel and Mrs. Erwin Bergemann of Milwaukee; four sons, John on the home 
farm near Reedsville, William, Harry and Clarence of Milwaukee; two 
brothers, Arthur of Reedsville and Erwin of Brillion; three sisters, Mrs. 
Tillie Seitz, Mrs. Martha Knutson and Mrs. Freda Bartel of Milwaukee; 10 
grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be held at 1;30 p.m. Thursday at the Utke home in 
Reedsville and at 2 o'clock at the St. John-James Evangelical Lutheran 
church in Reedsville. Burial will be in the West Reedsville cemetery.
The body will be moved to the home at 3 p.m. Wednesday from the Reedsville 
Cooperative funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, January 29, 1946  P. 2


DELIA B. UTKE

Delia B. Utke, age 95, of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, formerly of Reedsville, 
died on Wednesday, April 18, 2001.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, April 21 at 11 a.m. at St. John-St. James 
Lutheran Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Timothy Nomemsen will officiate. Burial 
will be in the West Side Cemetery, Reedsville.
She was born Oct. 28, 1905, in the town of Rockland, daughter of the late Edward 
and Helen (Damm) Behnke. She married John Utke on Oct. 4, 1925, at St. Peters 
Lutheran Church in Collins. They lived and farmed in the town of Maple Grove. 
Delia was a member of St. John-St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Janice and John Hilmann of Reedsville, 
four grandchildren: Joy and the Rev. James Bolda, Fall River, Jane and the Rev. 
Tom Schneider, Stevensville, Mich., Judy and Larry Boettcher, Reedsville, Jeff and 
Molly Hilmann, Green Bay; 10 great-grandchildren: Jace and Jenna Bolda, Abby, Emily, 
Jesse and Molly Schneider, Marissa, Landon, Taran and Callen Boettcher; three 
sisters: Esther Ziemer and Evelyn Kanter, both of Manitowoc; Elnora Graf, Brillion; 
two brothers and three sisters-in-law: Fred and Margaret Behnke, Reedsville, Paul 
Behnke, Brillion, Myrtle Behnke, New Holstein, Viola Utke, Cedarburg, and many nieces 
and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John, on Nov. 6, 1984, an infant son, a 
great-granddaughter, Ashley Boettcher, three brothers and six sisters.
Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service. 
The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements.
The family wishes to extend a very special thank you to the staff and nurses at the 
Manitowoc Health Care Center for all the loving care, concern and kindness given to 
Della the last nine years as she made her home there.
Herald Times Reporter, April 20, 2001  P. A5
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(28 Oct 1905/18 Apr 2001/SSDI)


JOHN UTKE

John H. Utke, 86, of Route 3, Reedsville, died early Tuesday morning, Nov. 6, 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday at St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial will be in Westside 
church cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Utke, was born Nov. 26, 1897, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late 
Theodor and Anna Zahn Utke. He farmed on the family homestead his entire life. 
He married Delia Behnke, Oct. 4, 1925, at Collins. Mr. Utke was a lifelong member 
of St. John and St. James Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter and son-in-law, Janice and John Hillmann 
of Route 3, Reedsville; a brother and sister-in-law, Clarence and Irma Utke of 
Shawano; two sisters, Mrs. Emma Abel and Mrs. Leona Bergmann both of Milwaukee; 
a sister-in-law, Mrs. Viola Utke of Cedarburg; four grandchildren, Mrs. Joy 
(Rev. James) Bolda of Gillette, Wyoming, Mrs. Jane (Rev. Thomas) Schneider of 
Winona, Minn., Mrs. Judy (Larry) Boettcher of Reedsville and Jeff Hillmann of 
Route 3, Reedsville and a great granddaughter, Abigail Schneider. He was preceded 
in death by an infant son, four brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and until 
11 a.m. Friday and then at the church from noon until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, November 7, 1984 P. 3
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(b. 25 Nov. 1897/d. Nov. 1984/SSDI)


LOUISE UTKE

Miss Louise Utke, 26, daughter of Mrs. Theodore Utke, Reedsville, died 
at 10:45 p.m. Wednesday at the home. She had been ill for two years.
She was born May 22, 1912 at Reedsville and was a graduate of the Reedsville 
high school. Survivors are her mother, four brothers, John of Reedsville, 
William, Harry and Clarence of Milwaukee; and three sisters, Mrs. August Ebel, 
Mrs. Ervin Bergemann, and Miss Maybell, all of Milwaukee. 
The body will be removed from the Shimon undertaking parlors to the residence 
Friday afternoon. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the SS. 
John and Jacobi Lutheran church, Reedsville, with burial in the church cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 26, 1938  P. 2


THEODORE UTKE

Theo. Utke, Pioneer, Dies At Reedsville
Theodore Utke, aged 70, prominent and well to do resident of Reedsville, 
where he moved from the farm in the town of Liberty a few years ago, 
passed away Monday afternoon after a week's illness. Although in failing 
health for some little time, his condition grew critical only last week. 
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon from the Lutheran church 
at Reedsville.
The deceased was born in the town of Liberty and was married 34 years ago 
to Anna Zahn, who survives him with nine children as follows: William, 
Harry, Miss Louise, Mr. Ervin Bergemann and Mrs. Aug. Abel, all of Milwaukee;  
John, Clarence and Miss Mabel on the old homestead, and Walter, Reedsville. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, October 1, 1929  P. 15


WALTER UTKE

Funeral services for Walter Utke of Reedsville, 31, who died yesterday 
afternoon at the Maplecrest Sanitarium following a lingering illness 
of a year will be held on Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from the 
Reedsville Lutheran church with Rev. H. Koch officiating. 
The deceased has made his home at Reedsville for the past five years 
moving there with his parents from a small farm near Reedsville where 
he was born. Besides his mother, Mrs. Theodore Utke, he is survived by 
three brothers, Clarence, William and Marry (sic) of Milwaukee and four 
sisters, Mrs. Ervin Bergemann, Mrs. August Abel and Miss Louise Utke, 
all of Milwaukee, and Miss Mabel at home. 
Burial will take place at the Lutheran cemetery at Reedsville.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, September 4, 1930   P. 18
 

BARBARA A. VOELTZ

Barbara A. Voeltz, age 62, of 7327 North Cty. Hwy W, Reedsville, died unexpectedly 
on Wednesday, November 17, 1999, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, November 22, 1999, at St. John St. 
James Lutheran Church, in Reedsville. The Rev. Timothy L. Nommensen will officiate, 
burial will be in the Westside Cemetery, Reedsville.
She was born February 18, 1937, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Clarence and Mary 
Ann (Maresch) Einberger. On May 31, 1956, she married Edwin Voeltz at St. Marys in 
Clarks Mills. She farmed with her husband in the town of Maple Grove, and was a member 
of St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Ladies Aide, and the Manitowoc 
Lutheran Ladies Guild.
Survivors include her husband Edwin; her children, Edwin Voeltz Jr., Owosso, Mich., 
Jeff (Laura) Voeltz, Reedsville, Beverly Behnke, Brillion, and Benjamin Voeltz, Whitelaw; 
six grandchildren, Emily, Stefanie, Stacie, Danny, Jessica, and Corey; two brothers and a 
sister, Clarence Einberger, Menasha, Marilyn (Donald) Gigure, Appleton, and James (Jean) 
Einberger, Whitelaw.
Friends may call at the church on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of service.
The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville is assisting the family arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 19, 1999 P. A2


EDWIN E. VOELTZ

Edwin E. Voeltz, age 89, of Reedsville, died on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2017 at Holy 
Family Memorial Medical Center in Manitowoc. He was born on Dec. 4, 1927 in the 
Town of Maple Grove, son of the late William and Ida (Mack) Voeltz. He married 
Barbara Einberger on May 31, 1956 in Clarks Mills. He served in the U.S. Army 
at Fort Lewis and Fort Knox as a mechanic. After his military service, he and 
his wife farmed in the Town of Maple Grove. He also worked part time at Pauly 
Cheese Co. Edwin liked to hunt, fish, play sheephead, feeding and watching the 
birds. He was a member of St. John St. John Lutheran in Reedsville. The 
Reedsville AMVETS Post 1032, the Reedsville Sportsman Club, Rockea Hunting club 
and the West Maple Grove Hunting club.  
Survivors include his children, Edwin E. Voeltz Jr., of Owosso, Mich., Jeffrey 
(Laura) Voeltz of Reedsville, Beverly B. (Tom) Eichhorst of Reedsville, 
Benjamin L. Voeltz of Brillion; his grandchildren, Emily (Ryan) Olson, Stefanie 
(Nathan) Stamper, Stacie Voeltz, Daniel Voeltz and fiancé Nicole, Jessica Behnke 
and special friend, Blair, Corey Behnke and great granddaughter, Jordyn. Edwin 
was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Barbara on Nov. 17, 1999 and a 
brother, William. Private family services were held and burial was in the Westside 
Cemetery, Reedsville.
Brillion News, Thurs., Nov. 30, 2017


ELSIE VOELTZ

Elsie Voeltz, 87, of Muskogee, Okla., formerly of Reedsville, passed away on 
Monday, October 21, 1991, in Oklahoma.
Funeral services will be held on Friday at 2 p.m., at St. John St. James Lutheran 
Church in Reedsville, with the Rev. David Kipfmiller officiating. Burial will be 
in the Westside Cemetery, Reedsville.
She was born September 13, 1904, in Wausau, daughter of the late Frank and Mary 
Zastraw. She was married to Leonard Voeltz on January 3, 1929, in Wausau. She was 
a member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, David (Duffy) and Anna Mae Voeltz 
of Tahlequah, Okla.; one daughter, Eunice Voeltz, also of Tahlequah, Okla.; two 
grandsons, John Porter and his wife Rosie of Reedsville, George Porter and his 
wife Kathy of Wausaukee, Wis.; and three great grandchildren. She was preceded 
in death by her husband, in 1976; two sisters and three brothers.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. 
Thursday (today), on Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. and also at the church 
from 11 a.m. until the hour of services.
Herald Times Reporter, October 24, 1991  P. B9.


ERNST VOELTZ

Ernst Voeltz, 78, Maple Grove farmer, died suddenly of a heart attack 
this noon at the farm home a half mile north of Reedsville.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the family home 
and at two o'clock from the St. John-James Evangelical Lutheran church in 
Reedsville. Burial will be in the west side cemetery in Reedsville.
Mr. Voeltz was born in Germany in 1864 and at the age of 19 years came to 
the United States. The family settled in Maple Grove. He married Miss 
Wilhelmina Ziemer and they located on the present farm.
Survivors are the widow; three sons, Leonard of Mishicot, Hugo and William 
of Maple Grove; daughter, Mrs. Otto Juedes of Maple Grove; and six grand-
children. A son, Richard, died two months ago.
The body will be moved to the Voeltz home from the Shimon funeral home in 
Reedsville Thursday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, November 3, 1942  P. 7 


EUNICE RUTH VOELTZ

Eunice Ruth Voeltz, age 80, of Muskogee, OK, formerly of Reedsville, passed away 
on her birthday, November 18, 2012 at York Manor Nursing Home in Muskogee, OK.
Eunice was born on November 18, 1932, in the town of Gibson, Wisconsin, daughter 
of the late Leonard and Elsie (Zastrow) Voeltz. She attended St. John St. James 
Lutheran School in Reedsville and was a long-time member of St. John St. James 
Lutheran Church in Reedsville.
Eunice is survived by her brother, David "Duffy" (Anna Mae) Voetz of Lake Tomahawk, 
WI, nephews, John (Rosie) Porter of Reedsville and George Porter of Wausaukee, 
other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral services for Eunice will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 26, 2012 
at St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. Officiating will be the Rev. 
Timothy Nommensen with burial in the Westside Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call 
at the church on Monday morning from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 
a.m.
Brillion News - November, 2012


IDA VOELTZ

Ida Voeltz, age 93, of the Northridge Nursing Home and in Manitowoc, formerly 
of the Reedsville Manor, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2001 at the home. 
She was born on April 28, 1908 in the town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late 
Edward and Louise (Otto) Mack. She married William Voeltz on June 18, 1926 in 
Reedsville. He preceded her in death in 1963. Ida was a member of St. John St. 
James Lutheran Church in Reedsville, a former member of the Senior Citizens and 
the Brookside Homemakers Group.
She is survived by one son Edwin Voeltz of Reedsville; eight grandchildren, Edwin 
Voeltz of Owosso, Mich., Jeffrey (Laura) Voeltz of Reedsville, Beverly (Carlton) 
Walters of Brillion, Benjamin Voeltz of Reedsville, Lynnette Gamble of Beloit, 
William Voeltz of Reedsville, Todd Voeltz of Reedsville and Robert Voeltz of 
Beloit; 13 great grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Rulina Mack of Reedsville and 
many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William, a son, 
William, two daughters-in-law Barbara and Marlene, two sisters, Emma Mack and Olga 
Schwahn and one brother, Adolph Mack.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2001 at St. John St. 
James Lutheran Church in Reedsville, with the Rev. Timothy L. Nommensen officiate. 
Burial will be in the West Side Cemetery.
Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service. 
The Wieting Funeral Home of Reedsville is assisting the family.
Manitowoc Herald times - Friday, Sept. 28, 2001 - page A5


JOHANNA VOELTZ

Notes From Maple Grove:
Mrs. Ferdinand Foeltz passed away at her home here Friday morning, after 
a weeks' illness, aged 79 years. The deceased resided here for the past 30 years, 
and was much respected by the community. She leaves her husband and one 
son. The funeral was held Monday from the Lutheran church in Reedsville, 
Rev. Brenner officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, March 28, 1907 pg. 8
*******
Reedsville:
Dead on March 20th, Mrs. Johanna Voeltz, the wife of Ferdinand Voeltz, a well 
known farmer of the Town of Maple Grove, of chronic heart disease. She was born 
in Pomeranian February 29, 1828 and came to America about twenty-five years ago. 
She was buried in the Lutheran Cemetery last Monday.
Brillion News, Fri., Apr. 5, 1907
***********
Johanna Voeltz
birth: 29 February 1828 Pomerania
death: 20 March 1907 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Reedsville
residence: 1907 Maple Grove
father: David Block
mother: Henrietta
spouse: Henry Voeltz
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


LEONARD VOELTZ

Leonard Voeltz, 78, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died Sunday at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John and James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate with burial 
in West Side Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Voeltz was born June 22, 1898, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late 
Ernst and Wilhelmina Zeamer Voeltz. He married Elsie Zastrow, Jan. 6 (or 8?), 
1929, at Wausau. The couple always farmed. He was an honorary lifetime member 
of Reedsville Way Sportsman Club, Reedsville. 
Survivors include his wife, Elsie, a son, David, of Manitowoc, a daughter,
(private), and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and at the 
church Wednesday from noon until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, August 23, 1976  P. 14


MARLENE VOELTZ

Marlene Ann Voeltz, age 56, of 19831 Taus Road, Reedsville, passed away Wednesday, 
September 7, 1994, at her home.
Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 10, 1994, at St. 
John-St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Rev. David Kipfmiller will officiate 
with burial in the West Side Cemetery, Reedsville.
She was born February 8, 1938, in Green Bay, daughter of Lenora (Poor) Pittner and 
the late Alvin Pittner. She married William R. Voeltz on October 2, 1966, in Shirley, 
Wis. Marlene farmed with her husband in the town of Maple Grove. She was a member 
of St. John-St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville and also a member of the Ladies 
Aide.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Lynnette and Paul Gamble, Beloit; 
three sons and one daughter-in-law, William Voeltz, Todd and Melinda Voeltz, all 
of Reedsville, Robert Voeltz, Beloit; six grandchildren, Tyree, Terrell and Tevin 
Gamble, Todd, Tabitha and Thomas Voeltz; her mother, Lenora Pittner, Reedsville. 
She is further survived by her mother-in-law, Ida Voeltz, Reedsville; one brother-
in-law and sister-in-law, Edwin and Barbra (sic) Voeltz, Reedsville. She was 
preceded in death by her husband, William, September 30, 1983.
Friends may call at the Weiting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 6-10 p.m. Friday 
and then at the church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, September 9, 1994 P. A2


RICHARD VOELTZ

Richard Voeltz, 48, town of Maple Grove farmer, and son of Mr. and Mrs. 
Ernst Voeltz, died Tuesday forenoon at St. Vincent's hospital in Green 
Bay, where he had been a patient since last week.
Funeral rites will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the 
family home and at 2 o'clock at the S.S. John-James Evangelical Lutheran 
church in Reedsville. The Rev. Harold Eckert will officiate. Burial will 
be in the west side church cemetery.
Mr. Voeltz was born in the town of Maple Grove Feb. 9, 1894, and lived 
there all his life. He made his home with his parents. Immediate survivors 
are his parents, three brothers, Hugo and William, near Reedsville, and 
Leonard, Mishicot, and one sister, Mrs. Otto Juedes, near Reedsville.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 9, 1942  P. 2


WILHELMINA VOELTZ

Mrs. Ernst Zoeltz(sic), 86, of rural Reedsville, died Wednesday evening
at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John and James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. John Wendland
officiating. Burial will be in West Side Church Cemetery.
She was born Oct. 10, 1875, at West Bloomfield, daughter of the late
Wilhelm and Augusta Schmidt Zeimer. The family moved to Maple Grove
soon after her birth. She was married to Ernst Zoeltz March 1, 1893,
at Maple Grove. The couple farmed in that area for many years. Her
husband, one son and one daughter preceded her in death.
Among survivors are three sons, Leonard on the home farm with whome
she had been making her home; William of Rt. 1, Reedsvile and Hugo 
of Reedsville; a daughter Mrs. Frieda Juebes of rural Reedsville; 
three sisters, Mrs. Elvina Busse of Abbottsford, Mrs. Augusta Zimmerman
of Reedsville and Mrs. Bertha Schmidt of Weyauwega; six grandchidren
and seven great grandchildren.
Friends may call after 2 p.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and
until 10:30 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church
where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, February 15, 1962  p.19
********
Funeral services for Mrs. Ernst, Voeltz, 86, of rural Reedsville who died 
Wednesday will be at 2 .m. Saturday at St. John and James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Reedsville, with the Rev. John Wendland officiating. Burial 
will be in West Side Church Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, February 16, 1962  P. 13


WILLIAM VOELTZ    (d. 1963)

William Voeltz Sr., 58, of the Town of Maple Grove died Monday at home
following a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Harvey Hackendorf 
officiating. Burial will be in West Side Church Cemetery, Reedsville.
Mr. Voeltz was born March 28, 1904, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of 
the late Ernest and Wilhelmina Ziemer Voeltz.  He married Ida Mack 
June 18, 1926, and the couple farmed in the Town of Maple Grove.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Edwin and William Jr., of the Town 
of Maple Grove; two brothers, Hugo of Reedsville and Leonard of the Town 
of Maple Grove; a twin sister, Mrs. Frieda Juedes of the Town of Maple 
Grove and two grandsons.  A brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call after 2 p.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home until 
10:30 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be removed to the church where 
the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 28, 1963


WILLIAM R. VOELTZ    (d. 1983)

William R. Voeltz, 54, of Rt. 2, Reedsville, passed away unexpectedly Friday 
morning, Sept. 30, in South Dakota.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at St. John and St. James Lutheran Church, 
Reedsville. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel will officiate and burial will be in West 
Side Church Cemetery.
Mr. Voeltz was born July 16, 1929, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of Ida Mack 
Voeltz and the late William C. Voeltz. He presently was farming on the family 
homestead. He married Marlene Pittner on Oct. 2, 1966, at Shirley, Wis. He was 
a member of Reeds-Way and West Maple Grove Sportsmans Club. He was Treasurer of 
the Town of Maple Grove. He held various offices within St. John and St. James 
Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, Marlene; three sons, William A., Todd, and Robert 
Voeltz at home; a daughter, Lynnette, at home; his mother, Mrs. Ida Voletz (sic) 
of Reedsville; a brother and sister-in-law, Edwin and Barbara Voeltz of Rt. 2, 
Reedsville; a father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Pittner of 
Reedsville, a niece, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in 
death by his father.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Sunday and on Monday 
from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and then at the church from noon to the time of service. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated.
Herald Times Reporter, October 1, 1983 P. 3


GUSTAV VOLTZ

BURIED UNDER LUMBER
Gustav Boeltz(sic) Crushed to Death at Reedsville
He was On Top of A Pile of Lumber Which Tipped Over, Burying Him
Manitowoc, Wis., Jan. 30 (Special)
Gustav Boelz was killed yesterday in the yards of the sawmill of John Gugan at 
Reedsville, this county. He was on the top of a large pile of lumber. He made a 
misstep and fell. The lumber was shaken and the entire pile toppled over, 
burying Boelz underneath. The whole mill force set to work to remove the fallen 
timber, but when Boelz was reached he was dead. Boelz was a new employe of the 
mill, having gone to work only several days ago. He was 25 years old and 
unmarried, living with his parents at Reedsville.
The Chronicle, Tuesday, Feb. 3, 1903


HENRY VOLTZ

Owing to the delay in receiving Thursday's mail, our Reedsville correspondence 
arrived too late to be published. Among the items we find that Henry Fueltz(sic), 
an aged resident of that vicinity died and was buried last Saturday, Rev. Brenner 
officiating.
Brillion News, Fri., Dec. 23, 1904


JUNE E. WAACK

June E. Waack, age 90, of Brillion, formerly of Manitowoc and a native of 
Reedsville, passed away on Monday, March 20, 2017 at Brillion West Haven. June 
was born on August 12, 1926 in Reedsville, daughter of the late Otto and Alma 
(Karnapp) Dahlke. She was a graduate of Reedsville High School, class of 1945. 
June worked as a teller at the Reedsville Bank and then as a clerk at JC Penney 
until her retirement. She was a former member of First German Lutheran Church 
in Manitowoc and enjoyed bible study when she was able to go. She also crocheted, 
read endlessly and made the best German Potato Salad.
June is survived by her children and spouses, Janet (Tom) Flynn of Wilmington, 
N.C., Ruth Richter of Johnson City, Tenn., Linda (Mark) Donaldson of Leland, N.C., 
Dale Waack of Manitowoc, Kim (Bruce) Barnard of Brillion and Karen (Todd) Udvig 
of Minneapolis, Minn.; grandchildren, Trevor, Jennifer (Tim), Jillian (Chris), 
Eric (Amanda), Jamie (Ryan), Chelsie (Jamen), Jared, Mary and Katie; great 
grandchildren, Aidan, Carter, Emilia and Hailey, nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends. She was preceded in deathby her sisters and brothers-in-law, Ionne 
(Rev. Eric Froehlich and Conrad Seegers) Seegers, Verna (Norbert) Kratz, Helma 
Dahlke, Ellen (Roy) Barta, Lorina (Vern) Peterik; father of her children, Elroy 
Waack and other relatives.
Funeral services were held on Saturday at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church in Brillion. 
Rev. Ross Henze and Rev. Thomas Fricke officiated. Burial took place at St. John 
St. James Lutheran Cemetery in Reedsville.
Brillion News, Fri., Mar. 30, 2017


EVERETT WAGNER

Everet E. Wagner, 52, of Reedsville, died Monday morning at Calumet 
Memorial Hospital, Chilton, after a brief illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John and St. James 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Harvey Heckendorf 
officiating. Burial will be in West Side Church Cemetery.
Mr. Wagner was born Dec. 22, 1911, in the Town of Rockland, son of 
Charles Wagner of Reedsville and the late Hattie Behnke Wagner. He 
married the former Luella Bratz Feb. 14, 1939, at St. John and St. 
James Church, was employed at Brillion Iron Works and was part-time 
janitor at Reedsville Public School. He resided at Reedsville with 
his family since 1946.
Surviving are his wife; four sons, two daughters (Survivors omitted 
for privacy.), 
his father and a grandchild. Two children, three brothers and a sister 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call after 2 p.m. Wednesday and until 10:30 a.m. Thursday 
at the Reedsville Funeral Home and from 11 a.m. until the hour of 
service at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 3, 1964 P. 13


LUCILLE BUBOLZ WAGNER

Lucille A. Wagner, aged 85, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, 
Manitowoc and formerly of rural Valders, died Saturday June 24, 2000 at the 
home. Funeral services will be at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. 
William Timm will officiate with burial to follow at St. John-St. James 
Cemetery, Reedsville.  
She was born September 23, 1914, at Reedsville, daughter of the late August 
and Elsie Schroeder Bratz. She attended Reedsville Public Schools. Lucille 
married Ralph Bubolz, September 28, 1932. He preceded her in death in 1944. 
She then married John Wagner, July 11, 1953, he preceded her in death in 1982.  
Survivors include three sons and one daughter-in-law, Elmer and Betty Bubolz, 
Reedsville, Harry Bubolz and Ralph Bubolz, both of Milwaukee; two daughters 
and one son-in-law, June Schmidt, Green Bay, Linda and John Fritsch, Sheboygan; 
16 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren. She is further survived by two 
daughter-in-law, Shirley Bubolz, Manitowoc, Ethel Bubolz, Reedsville; three 
brothers and four sisters-in-law, Oscar and Germaine Bratz, Brillion, John and 
Marilyn Bratz, Reedsville; August and Esther Bratz, Appleton, Helen Bratz, 
Brillion; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Leona and Adolph Burich, Reedsville, 
Hildegard and Gilford Schultz, Reedsville, Lydia and Clarence Kolberg, New 
Holstein, Virginia and Herbert Maas, Reedsville.  
She was preceded in death by two sons, Leslie Bubolz and Earl Bubolz; a daughter, 
LaVerne Beilke; a son-in-law, Harland Beilke; a brother, Harold Bratz and a 
great grandson.   
Herald Times Reporter  Tuesday, June 27, 2000  pg. A2


LUELLA WAGNER

Luella Wagner, age 88, of Reedsville died on May 6, 2008, at Calumet 
County Medical Center. 
She was born on Aug. 25, 1919, in Reedsville, daughter of the late 
Adolph and Emma (Buboltz) Bratz. Luella married Everett Wagner on 
Feb. 14, 1939, at St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville, 
where she was a lifelong member. She was on the finance committee for 
many years. She worked at the Ariens Company in Brillion, retiring in 
1985. She belonged to the Reedsville Senior Citizens. Luella was a 
caring wife, mother, grandma and great-grandma. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Everett in 
1964; a daughter and son-in-law: Doralee and Dallas Olp; two infant 
sons; one grandson; four sisters; three brothers; and two brothers-
in-law. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, May 9, 2008, at 
St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Timothy 
Nommensen will officiate. Burial will be in the Westside Cemetery. 
Friends may call at the church on Friday, May 9, 2008, from noon to 
the time of service. 
A memorial has been established for St. John St. James Lutheran Church 
and School in Reedsville. 
The Wieting Funeral Home of Reedsville is assisting the family with 
arrangements. 
The family would like to thank the Calumet Medical Center Staff for 
the loving care and compassion given to mom, and Pastor Nommensen for 
his visits and prayers. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 7, 2008 


EMIL WENZLAFF

Emil Wenzlaff, Pioneer Cigar Maker, Buried  (Photo)
REEDSVILLE-Funeral services Tuesday of Emil Wenzlaff, 72, village 
official and pioneer cigar maker and later manufacturer, brought 
to an end a 50-year span in this trade, now almost extinct in 
Manitowoc county. 
Wenzlaff, who began to learn the trade at the age of 18 years, 
traveled a route in the old horse and buggy days and later by auto 
when the roads were unpaved and where many times he was forced to 
make the first path through drifted highways. 
Final rites were held at the St. John-St. James Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, with the Rev. John Wendland officiating. Pallbearers were 
Arthur Berkholtz, John Kuehne, Henry Grimm, Clarence Wattawa, F. J. 
Bergman, and John Jonas. The honorary pallbearers were the Rev. Merlin 
Hoeft, Dr. E. C. Cary, J. R. O'Rourk, Charles Wenzel, Ignatius Kabat, 
Charles Kugle, Matthew Kolerus, Albert Wolf Sr. and R. J. Rensink and 
Frank Pieschel of Manitowoc. 
Wenzlaff was a village trustee at his death and the village board, 
Peter Zarnoth, Herbert Hoge, Archie Dugan, Erwin Maertz, James Phillips 
and John Van der Louis, attended in a group.
The saga of Wenzlaff through the half-century span in which he progressed 
from an apprentice in his craft to manufacturer of cigars is a record of 
perseverance and tenacity, of long hours on the roads, calling on his 
trade and at the same time still finding time in promoting the future of 
the village. 
Got Job in 1900 
Born on a farm in Maple Grove in 1882, he walked into the village back in 
1900 from his farm home and applied for a job at the Herman Goese? cigar 
shop. He soon mastered the cigar making trade, under the tutelage of John 
Mumm, foreman. The shop was located next to where the Barnard Hotel stands. 
Working with him were Charles Kocurek, John Luscher, William Erhardt and 
John Draheim. 
The next year Mumm took over the business and the shop was moved to rooms 
above the Mueller tavern, now the Charles Koetsky home site. Kocurek, who 
now lives in California, bought out Mumm in 1902 and the next year moved 
the business into the present building site, now owned by the Kabat 
brothers. 
Wenzlaff came into his own in 1905, just fifty years ago. He purchased the 
business from Kocurek and expanded the cigar manufacturing business. His 
company at one time employed ten people during World War I, when three 
women stripped the tobacco leaves and seven cigarmakers rolled cigars. 
Wenzlaff picked a trade name for his product, the Shoe Peg cigar, so named 
because the smoking end of the cigar was tapped by a wooden peg, which made 
unnecessary biting off the end of a cigar when it was lighted. 
The Reedsville pioneer had to get customers to take care of the output. 
He took to the road in Manitowoc, Brown, Kewaunee, Calumet, and Outagamie 
counties. It was a horse and buggy in the summer, horse and sleigh in the 
winter. The circuit took three or four days before he covered the 100 mile 
route. 
Winter Trips Recalled
His patrons recall Wenzlaff in the early days, in the tough winter, when 
he downed a heavy fur coat with a high collar, and guided his trusty horse 
through heavy snow and icy roads to reach his trade. The horse and buggy 
days passed and he acquired a special cart with a single seat in front and 
a box with two doors in the back which carried the cigars. He took the orders 
and delivered the goods on the same trip. This special cart was drawn by two 
small, swift Indian ponies. Later he acquired a Ford car with canvas side 
curtains and he was able to cover his long route in about seven or eight 
hours. 
Wenzlaff loved to recount the early days of the cigarmaking trade in the 
county, now practically a lost art in these parts. Of the many cigarmakers 
he employed, one still sticks to the trade. He is John Van der Louis of 
Reedsville.
He recalled a few weeks ago some of the cigarmakers he employed. They include 
John Luscher of Manistee, Mich., deceased; Elwood Von Dette of Bancock, Mich., 
Louis Loke, Arnold March, of Reedsville, deceased; John Welch of Green Bay; 
Ferdinand Richter of Brillion; a Mr. Becker of Green Bay; Ignatius Ziarnik 
of Manitowoc, deceased; and Frank Tikalsky of Reedsville. 
Women he employed included Maggie Manlick, now Mrs. John Van der Louis, and 
Clara Knorr. 
Wenzlaff married Miss Mamie S___ing of Reedsville in 19__.  She survives with 
two children, a son, Russell of Madison and a daughter, Ethelyn of Hollandale, 
Wis. 
Mrs. Wenzlaff is the Reedsville correspondent for this newspaper.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, January 13, 1955  P. 21


MAYME WENZLAFF

Mrs. Wenzlaff Dies Tuesday 
Mrs. Emil Wenzlaff, native of this village who for many years had been 
active in Manitowoc County 4-H club work and who had done much to record 
early history of the county, died Tuesday morning at Swacina Nursing Home 
at Mount Horeb. 
Mrs. Wenzlaff, who was 74, had been a resident of the home more than a year. 
She had been ill for a short time.
Honors had come to Mrs. Wenzlaff in recent years. In 1946, she had won a 
national award in the 4-H leader movie talent contest. When members of the 
Lakeshore Writers Club observed their 10th anniversary last year, Mrs. 
Wenzlaff was honored. Although ill at the time, she was presented in absentia 
with an anniversary booklet of the organization, which had been dedicated to 
her. She was a charter member of the club.
Adult 4-H Leader. 
For more than 15 years Mrs. Wenzlaff had been the adult leader of the Reedsville 
Tip Top Club and received a pearl clover 4-H pin in recognition for her service.
In addition to being the 4-H club adult leader, Mrs. Wenzlaff had served as 
vice president of the Manitowoc County Council of Homemakers and the Reedsville 
Public School Band Boosters Club. 
She was a leader of the Reedsville Homemakers Club, secretary of the village 
Ladies Aid Society, from which she had received a life membership, a member of 
the Red Cross and chairman of the Manitowoc Chapter of the Wisconsin Cancer 
Society for the village. She also was chairman of the Wisconsin Association for 
the Disabled. 
Mrs. Wenzlaff had been the Reedsville correspondent for The Herald-Times of 
Manitowoc for many years. 
Husband Cigar Maker
The Former Mayme Stelling was born Aug. 4, 1884, daughter of the late F .F. and 
Phoebe Lessenden Stelling. She was married June 22, 1909, to Emil Wenzlaff, a 
pioneer cigar maker for more than 50 years in the village. He died in January of 
1955. 
Surviving Mrs. Wenzlaff are a son, Russell, of Madison, a daughter, Mrs. Arne 
Thompson, of Hollandale, Wis., a sister, Mrs. Flora Menko, of Kiel and four 
grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Sts. John and James Evangelical 
Lutheran Church here. The Rev. John Wendland will officiate and burial will be 
in West Side Church Cemetery.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Thursday until 10:30 a.m. 
Friday and after that at the church until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, July 8, 1959  P. 2


MINNA WORDELL

Mrs. Theodore Wordell, 73, lifelong resident of Maple Grove died last night 
at the homestead farm, two and a half miles west of Reedsville. Death was 
due to a stroke.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the home and at 2 
o'clock from the Reedsville Evangelical Lutheran church.
Mrs. Wordell, nee Minnie Birkholz, was born in Maple Grove in 1856 (sic) and 
in 1887 was married to Mr. Wordell. They located on a farm west of Reedsville. 
Mr. Wordell died in 1934.
Survivors are two sons, Henry of this city, and Hubert on the home farm; two 
sisters, Mrs. Herman Maertz and Mrs. Otto O. Krueger, both of Maple Grove; six 
grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, October 21, 1939  P. 4


THEODORE WORDELL

MAPLE GROVE FARMER DIES
Theodore Wordell Was 68 At Time of His Death 
Theodore Wordell, Maple Grove farmer and former town supervisor, died at 
his home on the farm Saturday evening. He was 68.
Funeral services will be Tuesday at 1:15 p.m. from the home and at 2 p.m. 
from the German Lutheran church, Reedsville, of which Mr. Wordell was a 
member.
The deceased was born in Germany in 1866 and came to Manitowoc county with 
his parents in 1872. They located at Reedsville. 
He was married to Minnie Birkholtz in 1887 and they located on a farm in 
the town of Maple Grove. He served as supervisor of the town of Maple Grove 
for two years.
Survivors are two sons, Henry of this city and Hubert of Maple Grove; and 
six brothers, Charles of Antigo, Edward of Cherry, Louis of Brillion, John 
of Hilbert, Albert of Milwaukee and Herman of Unity, Wis. There are also 
five grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 19, 1934  P. 2
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Funeral services for Theodore Wordell, 68, Maple Grove farmer, who died 
at his farm home Saturday night took place this afternoon from the German 
Lutheran church in Reedsville. He was a former town supervisor. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, November 20, 1934   P. 9 


FLORENTINE WUNSCH

Mrs. Florentine Wunsch died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. A. Koch in 
this city last Sunday.  
Decedent was born in Germany in 1838. After her marriage to Michael Wunsch, 
which took place in Germany the couple emigrated from Germany to Canada in 
1861, but a year later came to the United States and settled in Manitowoc 
County. After her husband's death several years ago she took up her abode at 
her daughter's home. She has been in ailing health for some time.  
She is survived by six sons and three daughters. The sons are Carl and Gust 
of Collins, Mike of Brillion, August of Canada, William and Fred of San 
Francisco, Cal. The daughters are Mrs. Frank Keasen, Shawano, Mrs. C. Melenburg, 
Manitowoc, Mrs. W. A. Koch, Brillion.  
The daughters who preceded her are Mrs. Caroline Defke and Mrs. Lena Krueger 
both of Collins. There are also mourning her loss, 38 grandchildren and 14 
great grandchildren also 1 sister, Mrs. Christian Schroeder of Alexandria, 
Minn.  
The funeral took place yesterday from the Friedens Church in our city, Rev. 
Bizer conducting the funeral services. The pall bearers were Wm. Heimke, Aug. 
Behnke, Robt. Mahnke, Carl G. Kanter, Bust Seehawer and Herman Koch. 
Brillion News - February 22, 1918
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News article
Collins Note:
Aug. Wunsch of Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, arrived here Sunday afternoon to 
visit his aged mother, brothers and sisters. He had not seen them in twenty-four 
years or more. Mr. Wunsch has been travelling and visiting different states in 
our Union since last November.
Brillion News, Fri., Feb. 14, 1913
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(1880 Rockland census:
Michael Waunch(sic) age 45; wife Florentine 41; 
Mary 17; Charles 15; Caroline 14; Louisa 12; Gustav 11; 
Mihael 10; Lina 8; August 5; Lina 3; William 1)


EDWIN ZAHN

Edwin H. Zahn, 69, of 123 East Ryan St., Brillion, died Sunday at his 
home following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Lyceker? 
Funeral Home, Brillion, and at 2 p.m. at the St. James-John Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. The Rev. John Wendland will officiate and burial 
will be in the church cemetery.
He was born in Reedsville in 1885, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Emil 
Zahn and in 1903 married Miss Amelia Krueger in Manitowoc. They located 
at Quarry for 23 years and moved to Brillion 22 years ago. He was a lime 
kiln worker, and a member of the Reedsville Lutheran congregation.
Surviving are his wife; two sons, Edwin of Manitowoc and Roland of Brillion; 
three daughters, Mrs. Reinhard Zipperer of Cato, Mrs. Elmer Potretz of 
Milwaukee and Miss Alice of Brillion; brother, Arthur of Reedsville; two 
sisters, Mrs. Martha Knutson and Mrs. Freda Bartel of Milwaukee; and 11 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 25, 1954  P. 17 


EMELIA ZAHN

Mrs. Edwin Zahn, 80, of 128 E. Ryan St., Brillion, died at home Thursday.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John-St. James Lutheran 
Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Arden Stuebs will officiate and burial will be 
in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Zahn, nee Emelia Krueger, was born June 3, 1889, at Rockland, daughter 
of the late Mr. and Mrs. August Krueger. She was married to Edwin Zahn in May, 
1909, and he died in 1954.
Survivors include three daughters, Miss Alice of Brillion, Mrs. Reinhart (Lena) 
Zipperer of Cato and Mrs. Elmer (Marjorie) Potratz of Milwaukee; 13 grandchildren 
and 11 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, six sons, 
three sisters, and seven brothers. 
Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, until 10:30 a.m. Saturday 
and then at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, October 24, 1969  P. 5


EMILY ZAHN

Mrs. Emily Zahn, 87, died at her home at Reedsville Tuesday evening 
at 7:30 o'clock after a long illness.
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the 
residence and at 2 o'clock at SS John-James Ev. Lutheran church with 
the Rev. Harold Eckert officiating. Burial will be in the Evangelical 
Lutheran west side cemetery.
Mrs. Zahn was born July 27, 1853 in Germany and came to the Untied 
States and directly to Wisconsin with her parents when she was 3 years 
old. She was married to William Zahn in 1874. He died 47 years ago. 
The family lived on a farm near the south limits of Reedsville until 
28 years ago when Mrs. Zahn moved to the village. The survivors are 
four daughters, Mrs. Theodore Utke of Reedsville, Mrs. Martha Knutson, 
Mrs. Tillie Seitz and Mrs. Frieda Bartell of Milwaukee, three sons, 
Arthur of Reedsville, Richard of Rockland and Edwin of Brillion, 18 
grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 12, 1941  P. 2


MABEL ZAHN

Miss Mabel Zahn of Brillion Called To Rest Sunday 
Miss Mabel Zahn, 16 years of age, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Zahn, Sr., 
passed away Sunday morning after being ill since last February. Miss Zahn 
was a sophomore in the B_____High school. She was born Feb. __, 1922 at 
Quarry, Wis. 
Survivors are her parents, three brother, Raymond, Rockland, Roland and Edwin, 
Brillion; three sisters, Alice, Maple Grove, Mrs. Reinhart Zipperer and Margie, 
both of Rockland.  
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the home and at 1:30 
p.m. at the Reedsville Lutheran church, with interment in the West Lutheran 
cemetery, the Rev. Harold Eckert officiating. 
Sheboygan Press, Tuesday, November 1, 1938  P. 4


RAYMOND ZAHN

Brillion War Veteran Killed When Struck By Cars Sunday
Raymond Zahn Hit West of Village
Raymond Zahn, 32, of Brillion, a veteran of World War II, was almost 
instantly killed shortly after 5 o'clock Sunday afternoon when struck 
by two cars a mile west of Brillion, on highway 114. 
According to Sheriff Ted Pagel of Calumet county, Zahn was first struck 
by a car driven by Roland Pingel, of Potter. The latter stopped at once 
and sought to flag down a second car coming in the same direction and 
driven by Leonard Zahorik of Manitowoc.
Zahorik told the sheriff that in the darkness he did not notice Pingel 
and the second car ran over Zahn, on the highway. Zahn was dead before
he could be moved to a hospital. 
Sheriff Pagel said an inquest will be held at Brillion Thursday evening. 
He said Zahn was employed at the Strebling fur farm, a short distance 
from Brillion, and was walking along the highway to the farm when the 
accident occurred.
Riding with Pingel in the first car were his wife and four children. There 
were two passengers in the Zahorik machine.
Raymond Zahn, who served four years in the armed services and recently 
returned, was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Zahn of Brillion, with whom he 
made his home.
He is survived by his parents; two brothers, Edwin, of this city and Roland, 
of Brillion; three sisters, Alice, of this city, Margie, of Milwaukee, and 
Mrs. Reinhardt Zipperer of Cato.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Luecker funeral 
home in Brillion and at 2 o'clock at the Lutheran church in Reedsville.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 7, 1946  P. 1


RICHARD ZAHN

Man Lying on Highway is Killed by Car 
One person was killed and several injured in county traffic accidents over 
the Christmas holiday attributed to glare ice which coated rural roads and 
city streets. 
Richard H. Zahn, 61, of Reedsville route 1, died at 4:45 o'clock Friday 
morning at Holy Family hospital, approximately seven hours after he was 
run over on Highway 32, half a mile south of Reedsville, by a car driven 
by Harvey Brown of Plymouth. Zahn's skull was fractured, his right leg was 
broken and he was injured internally. He died without regaining consciousness.
Was Lying in Road 
According to Dr. Theodore Teitgen, county coroner, Zahn was lying on the road 
when he was run over by Brown's car. Whether he had previously been knocked 
down by another machine or had slipped and fallen on the icy highway has not 
been determined. Dr. Teitgen directed Sheriff Elmer Bergner to summon a 
coroner's jury to view the body of Zahn and adjourn pending a decision regarding 
a possible inquest.
Brown, accompanied by his wife, was en route to Lena, Wis., to spend the holidays. 
His car was following an automobile driven by Harvey Boettcher of Reedsville, 
route 1. They were traveling north. Boettcher told Dr. Teitgen and County Traffic 
Officer William Ladwig that he saw Zahn's body lying on the road, swerved his car 
to the west and avoided hitting the man. Brown did not see Zahn until it was too 
late to pull around him and both wheels on the right side of the car passed over 
the man.
Rushed To Doctor 
Boettcher said that Zahn was lying cross-wise in the road, his feet on the shoulder 
of the highway and his head about half-way to the center line. His hat was found 
some distance away. Both drivers stopped their cars immediately and Zahn was placed 
in Boettcher's car and taken to the office of Dr. E.C. Cary at Reedsville. Dr. Cary 
brought Zahn to the hospital in his car. Brown also went to Dr. Cary's office along 
with Norman Haelfrisch, Roman Eldred and Lorent Behnke who assisted in moving Zahn.
Zahn resided on Highway 32 about a mile south of Reedsville and the accident occurred 
half a mile from his home. He had attended the funeral of a neighbor early in the 
afternoon Thursday and then went to Reedsville. He apparently was walking home when 
the accident occurred. Position of his body on the road indicated he was walking south 
on the east side of the highway.
The body will lie in state at the E.J. Shimon funeral home from Sunday afternoon until 
the hour of the funeral. Services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the 
SS. John and James Evangelical Lutheran church at Reedsville with burial in the West 
Side church cemetery.
Mr. Zahn was born Aug. 9, 1881 in the town of Rantoul, Calumet county. He moved to 
Manitowoc county 55 years ago. A single man, he is survived by two brothers, Edwin of 
Brillion, Arthur of Reedsville, and four sisters, Mrs. Theodore Utke of Reedsville, 
Mrs. Martha Knudsen, Mrs. Tillie Seitz and Mrs. Frieda Bartel, all of Milwaukee…
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 26, 1942  P. 3


ROLAND ZAHN

Roland Zahn, 47, of 128 Ryan St., Brillion, died Thursday night at 
his home of a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John and St. James
Evangelical Lutheran church at Reedsville, the Rev. John Wendland
officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Zahn was born Feb. 23, 1914, at Quarry, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin
Zahn. He was unmarried, residing with his parents. In 1932 they moved
to Brillion.
He served in the armed forces during World War II until he received a
medical discharge.
Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Emelia Zahn of Brillion, three
sisters, Alice at home, Mrs. Al Potratz of Milwaukee and Mrs. Reinhart
Zipperer of Cato, and a brother, Edwin Jr. of Manitowoc. He was
preceded in death by his father and a brother.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Sunday until
10:30 a.m. Monday when the casket will be moved to the church were the
body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Friday, February 16, 1962  pg. M-2
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(Note The birth year in obit doesn't match tombstone/tombstone may
have been misread)


ANGELA LYNN ZIPPERER

Angela Lynn Zipperer infant daughter of David and Cheryl Zipperer of Route 1, 
Cato, died at birth, Friday morning, August 20, at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Private family services were held on Saturday. The Rev. Harlyn Kuschel offciated 
and burial was in St. John and St. James West Side Church Cemetery.
Survivors include her parents, David and Cheryl Zipperer of Route 1, Cato; paternal 
grandparents, Norbert and Bernadine Zipperer of Route 1, Cato; maternal grandparents, 
Fritz and Mary Ann Hoeppner of Whitelaw, maternal great grandmother, Mrs. Viola 
Lemke and other relatives.
Herald Times Reporter, August 21, 1982 P. 3


ALBERTINE CH. ZULEGER

Death of Mrs. Henry Zuleger in Reedsville on Fri. 
Burial was Sun. in the Lutheran Cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 19 Feb. 1891 


HEINRICH G.O. ZULEGER

(First publication July 19th, 1894.)
Order for Proof of Will.
STATE OF WISCONSIN.
County Court for Manitowoc County.
In the matter of the estate of Heinrich Zuleger, deceased.-In Probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of 
Heinrich Zuleger, of Rockland, in said county, having been delivered into 
said court:
And J.E. Schulz, of Reedsville, in said county, having presented to said court 
his petition in writing, duly verified, representing, among other things, that 
said Heinrich Zuleger died testate, at Rockland, on the 29th day of June 1894; 
that said instrument is the last will of said deceased and that said J.E. Schulz 
is named therein as executor and praying that said instrument be proven and 
admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued to him.
It is ordered: That said petition and the matter therein be heard, and proofs of 
said last will and testament be taken; at a regular term of said county court, 
to be held at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 7th 
day of August 1894, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be 
given by the publication hereof for three successive weeks once each week, 
previous to the time of said hearing, in the Nordwesten a newspaper published in 
said Manitowoc county.
Dated July 12th, 1894.
By the Court.
F.E. Manseau, county Judge.
Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, Thursday, July 26, 1894 P. 5