CASPER SEIBEL

CASTOR SEIBEL, ONE OF OLDEST RESIDENTS OF COUNTY IS DEAD
Father of W.E. Seibel Passes Away at Home in Two Rivers at Advanced 
Age of 90 Years-Burial Wednesday
Castor Seibel, one of the oldest residents of Manitowoc county, 
father of W.E. Seibel of this city, passed away at his home at 
Two Rivers last night at the advanced age of 90 years. Mr. Seibel 
would have been 90 years old this month and was the last survivor 
of a family of six brothers. 
He had been in failing health for four years past, gradually going 
into decline until the end came. Mr. Seibel was born at Meersdorf, 
Germany and came to America in 1853. He was married here to Anna 
Marie Wickert, the marriage ceremony taking place at the church in 
Rapids, the oldest church edifice in the county. The couple located 
on a farm between Reifs and Kellnersville and later removed to Green 
Bay where they resided for five years. Returning here they located 
at Two Rivers where Mr. Seibel has since made his home. Mrs. Seibel 
died some years ago. 
Seven children survive Mr. Seibel as follows: Mary Seibel, Two Rivers; 
Joseph, Marinette; Peter, of Rhinelander; Anton B., Hibbing, Minn.; 
Frank of New Albany, Ind., Mrs. Kate Wimmer, Milwaukee; W.E. Seibel, 
this city. 
The funeral of Mr. Seibel will be held from St. Luke's church at 
Two Rivers Wednesday morning. Three brothers of Mr. Seibel who came 
from Germany the year following his arrival were Joseph, who located 
at Kossuth; John and Anton at Green Bay, all having preceded Mr. 
Seibel in death for some years.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, June 03, 1918, Page 8
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[Father (Casp.)/no more information in cem record]
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OLD TIMERS
Among the few surviving pioneer settlers who have battled and striven through 
the extreme hardships of the early days in this country and whom we still have 
with us is Mr. Kastor Seibel. Many of these old settlers were in a measure 
equipped with strenuous experience in the old country. This fact, together with 
their resolute ambition and a desire for the better things offered here, prepared 
the early settlers for the rigorous life of the western pioneer.
Kastor Seibel settled in this county in 1852 from Koblenz, Germany. He worked at 
that place for the same employer that Mr. Peter J. Schroeder did when the latter 
learned the blacksmith trade. Mr. Schroeder was the subject of a sketch in our 
Old Timers column two weeks ago. Unknown to each other, these two men came to 
America at different times and settled in the same county.
Mr. Seibel did not like the treatment he received from his employer with whom he 
also boarded. He was not given sufficient food, among other things and many times 
he was compelled to go hungry while his selfish employer and family lived in luxury. 
These days are indelibly impressed upon his mind. He came over to the land of the 
free where he always found a sufficiency of the necessities of life. He had served 
three years in the army. For a few years he found employment at Hubbard's saw mill 
in Manitowoc Rapids. Then he fell in love with Marie Wickert who lived at Rief Mills 
and in 1855 they were married. They were married in the little Catholic Church which 
is still standing at Manitowoc Rapids. The distance from Reif's Mills to Manitowoc 
Rapids and return they made on foot. This thirty mile walk was their honeymoon trip. 
A log hut with one room awaited them as their farm home. It had been fitted out 
beforehand on a piece of land Mr. Seibel had acquired. Here they spent twenty-two 
years and here were born six of their nine children. 
Mr. Seibel tells of the good ox team he owned while on his farm. They were fast 
travelers as well as powerful draft team. When driving to market with them he was 
able to keep pace with a team of horses. He later sold the oxen for $150. The family 
moved to Two Rivers in 1867, then for a time lived at Green Bay. Later they returned 
to this city where they have resided for the past thirty-eight years. 
One fact of general interest which Mr. Seibel related is that the county seat of 
Manitowoc County was originally at Manitowoc Rapids. The latter place was then far 
ahead of Manitowoc in every respect. Mrs. Seibel died ten years ago and Mr. Seibel 
now eighty-five years of age is spending his declining years at his residence on 22nd 
street with his daughter, Mary. His hearing is very poor and his thoughts are not 
always collected but he still finds enjoyment by much reading and from his cheerful 
and philosophical nature. He takes great pride in the achievement of his four surviving 
sons, Jos. of Marinette, Frank of Grand Rapids, Mich., Anton of Hibbing, Minn., and Wm 
of Manitowoc, all of whom are doing well in their several vocations.
The Reporter, Sat., Nov. 1, 1913


JOHN SEIBEL

John Seibel Dead
John Seibel, one of the popular men of this city died Saturday morning at the 
Holy Family hospital, death resulted from heart trouble. The decedent was fifty-
three years old. Mr. Seibel had been ill for the past several months. Two weeks 
ago he was taken to the hospital for treatments. John Seibel was born in the 
Town of Kossuth this county. He lived in this city the greater part of his life. 
He has many friends who extend sympathy to the bereaved family. Those who survive 
to mourn him are Castor Seibel, an aged father,, two sisters, Miss Mary of this 
city and Mrs. Michael Wimmer of Milwaukee; five brothers, Joseph, Peter and Anton 
of Rhinelander, Frank of Algoma and Wm Seibel of Manitowoc.
The funeral took place ?? morning from St. Luke church. John Seibel followed the 
occupation of a painter for a long time. Up to last year he was employed with the 
Hamilton Co., after which he accepted a position in the Seibel clothing House at 
Manitowoc.
The Reporter, Sat., May 25, 1912


MARY A. SEIBEL

Mrs. Castor Seibel died Sat. in Two Rivers after a long and difficult illness. 
She was born 1835 in Buch, on the Mosel, and came to Manitowoc County with her 
parents in 1852. A year later she married Castor Seibel and the young couple 
established their residence in Two Rivers where they have lived ever since. In 
addition to her husband she is survived by 2 children. The funeral was held Mon. 
morning from the Catholic Church in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 18 June 1903
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Death came to the relief of Mrs. Castor Seibel at her home in Two 
Rivers this morning after an illness of over a year's duration. 
Deceased was born at Buch county, Cochems on the Mosel, Germany, 
in 1835 and was at the time of death 88 years of age. She removed 
to this country with her parents in 1852 and the family took up 
its residence in the western part of Manitowoc county. A few years 
later she was married to the husband who with a family of children 
survives her. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Seibel took up their 
residence at Two Rivers and have continuously made their home there 
since. One more year and the couple would have been enabled to 
celebrate their golden wedding anniversary. Mrs. Seibel was one of 
the most popular and best known ladies in Two Rivers and during the 
family's long residence has made a host of friends who will learn 
of her death with sincere sorrow. The funeral will take place Monday 
morning from St. Luke's church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, June 13, 1903 P.1
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Mrs. Castor Siebel(sic), mother of Wm. E. Siebel, and a resident of the county 
for fifty-one years, died at her home in Two Rivers Friday after an illness of 
more than a year. Deceased was one of the best known of the pioneer residents 
of the county and was a woman greatly beloved by a large circle of friends. She 
was born in Germany in 1835 and came here in 1852. The funeral took place Monday.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 18, 1903 p.1
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DIED
Seibel - At her home in this city, June 13, 1903, Mary Wickert Seibel, aged 68 
years. 
Deceased was born in the village of Buch, in Rheinish, Prussia, not far distant 
from the city of Coblenz, on June 24, 1835 and therefore was on the verge of 68 
years when Death came to relieve of her of the pain and anguish which she endured 
with Christian fortitude for more than a year and which was due to the slow but 
fatal development of a cancer. Her maiden name was Mary Wickert and she was a 
sister of the late John P. Wickert of Manitowoc. At the age of 16 she came to this 
country with her parents, who settled in the Town of Kossuth near Kellnersville. 
When she was about 10 years of age, she was married to Castor Seibel who survives 
her and to whom she bore 7 sons and 2 daughters, all of whom are living and were 
present at her funeral yesterday. She was a noble Christian wife and mother and 
her sons and daughters have reason to bless and revere her memory. Mrs. Seibel was 
a resident of this city during the greater portion of her married life and it was 
here that most of her children were born and reared. She was a consistent believer 
in the Catholic faith and her funeral was from St. Luke's church, to which she 
belonged and was much attached. A large circle of friends and neighbors extend 
their sympathy and condolence to the sorrowing family.
The Chronicle, Tues., June 16, 1903
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Mary Wickert Seibel
birth: 18 June 1835 Germany
death: 11 June 1903 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1903 Two Rivers
father: Joseph Wickert
mother: Mary
spouse: Castor Seibel
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MAHTA [MARTA] SENTOWSKI

Little Martha Sontosky(sic), a girl three years old died last Tuesday from 
blood poisoning, resulting from a wound accidentally received. She was 
buried from Sacred Heart Church on Thursday.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., May 30, 1905
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(She was buried from the Catholic church, that would put her in Calvary, Two
Rivers, the only Catholic cemetery in Two Rivers at the time.)
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Martha Sentruski (sic)
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
Name: Martha Sentruski
Gender: Female
Death Date: 23 Mar 1905
Death Place: Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age: 3
Birth Date: 20 Feb 1902
Birthplace: Polashi, Wis.
Race: White
Marital Status: Single
Father's Name: Mike Sentruski
Father's Birthplace: Poland
Mother's Name: Mary
Mother's Birthplace: Poland
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(Manitowoc county death index: SENTRUSKI Martha May 23 1905 v.7 p.340)
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(1910 Two Rivers census:
Mike Sentowsky age 56; wife Mary Sentowski age 49; Peter 20; Susan 17; 
Joseph 15; Katherine 12)


MAY SHAFER

Mrs. May Shafer, 88, of 1713 22nd St., Two Rivers, died Thursday morning at 
St. Mary Burn Center, Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, with burial in Forest View Cemetery(sic), Two Rives. 
Mrs. Shafer, nee Mary Krentz, was born July 9, 1887 at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late August and Anna Poppel? Krentz. She was married to Edward Shafer 
Aug. 29, 1910 at Kansas City, Mo., living in Chicago until her husband's death 
15? years ago when she moved to Two Rivers. 
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Helen Bentley of Manitowoc and nieces and 
nephews. 
Visitation will be announced Friday by the funeral home.
Herald Times Reporter, September 25, 1975  P.23
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[Mae Shafer]


ISABELLA SHAVLIK

Mrs. Wenzel Shavlik, aged twenty-three, passed away at her home on upper Washington 
Street Monday, a victim of tuberculosis from which she suffered over a year. 
Deceased leaves her husband, her mother, Mrs. Jos. Wolf and two sisters, who are 
Mrs. Dan Fleet of Manitowoc and Mrs. Leo Weinke of this city. Also two brothers, 
Jos. Spaeth and Gus Spaeth of Manitowoc, all of whom with other relatives and 
friends deeply mourn the untimely death of the deceased. the funeral was held 
Thursday morning from St. Luke's Church.
The Reporter - Fri., Nov. 24, 1922
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Card of Thanks
I wish to express my thanks and appreciation to my friends and neighbors for kindness 
and sympathy extended in my recent bereavement due to the illness and death of my 
beloved wife. I am deeply grateful for the flowers, the use of autos, the services 
of the pallbearers and for all kindness extended.
Wenzel Shavlik
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 17, 1922


FRANCIS SHEKOSKI

Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Shekoski, 2109 Adams St., are bereaved over the loss of their 
dear little son, Francis, aged 3. The little one was taken with scarlet fever 
and succumbed after only four days of sickness. The funeral was Monday from the 
home.
The Reporter, Thurs., Nov. 18, 1920


GLADYS M. SHEKOSKI

Mrs. Charles Shekoski, 46, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, with the 
Rev. E.A. Radey officiating. Buiral will be in Pioneers Rest (sic) Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
The former Gladys Beson was born at Green Bay April 10, 1912, daughter of the 
late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Beson. She was married Jan. 5, 1945, to Charles Shekoski 
at Bremerton, Wash., and the couple lived there 18 months before moving to 
Manitowoc.
She is survived by the husband, a step-son, Gene Shekoski, and a son, Charles 
Shekoski, two daughters, Mrs. James Prowls and Miss Barbara Shekoski, and three 
grandchildren of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 24, 1958 P. 23


JOSEPH SHEKOSKI

Joseph P. Shekoski, 78, of Two Rivers, died shortly before 6 p.m. yesterday 
at the Holy Family hospital. Although ailing for the past few years, Mr. 
Shekoski was seriously ill only since Sunday. He had stayed at the St. Mary's 
Home for the Aged in this city for more than two years.
Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed but the services are 
expected to be held Friday or Saturday. The body was taken to the Keefe funeral 
home at Two Rivers where it may be viewed. 
Mr. Shekoski was born in Poland March 19, 1862 and came to this country with 
his parents when he as six years of age. The family settled in the town of Two 
Rivers. 
Mr. Shekoski was a veteran employe of the Hamilton firm and retired about five 
years ago.
Forty-eight years ago Mr. Shekoski married Miss Victoria Zielinske. Mrs. Shekoski 
died 34 years ago.
Survivors are one son, Roy of St. Paul; two daughters, Mrs. Alex Pliest of Two 
River and Mrs. Charles Cope of Omro, Wis.; two sisters, Mrs. John Bonk and Mrs. 
J. J. Tadych, both of Two Rivers; and 14 grandchildren. A son, Frank, died 
several weeks ago.
Mr. Shekoski was a member of the Holy Name society of Sacred Heart church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 20, 1940  P. 2
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Funeral services for Joseph Shekoski, 78, retired Hamilton employe at Two Rivers, 
who died in Manitowoc Tuesday afternoon, will be held Saturday morning at the 
Keefe funeral home at Two Rivers at 8:30 o'clock and at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church at 9 o'clock. The Rev. Joseph Gabryszek will officiate and interment will 
be at Calvary cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the hour of the services. The 
rosary will be recited there at 7:30 tonight.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 22, 1940  P.2
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(Note: He also has a stone with Shikoski as the surname/and is also listed on
the same stone with Saikowski as his wife "Wiktoria Saikowski" was spelled at
the time she died)


GEORGE G. SHIKOWSKI

Funeral services for George Shekoski (sic), 44, who died at his home at Two 
Rivers Saturday noon after a short illness, will be held at Two Rivers 
Wednesday morning.
The body may be viewed at the home until the time of the funeral. Short 
services will be held from the home at 830 a.m. and services from Sacred 
Heart Catholic church will follow at 9 o'clock. The Rev. J. S. Landowski 
will officiate and burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
Shekoski, a Hamilton employe for many years, was born in Two Rivers May 5, 
1893. In 1916 he married Miss Josephine Pionek, who with four children and 
two brothers, and two sisters survive. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 1, 1937  P.9 


JOSEPHINE SHIKOWSKI

Mrs. Josephine Shikowski, 58, 1311 19th St., Two Rivers, died at her home 
Saturday night. She had been in failing health since last October.
Funeral services will be held at 8:15 a.m. Tuesday at the Klein & Stangel 
Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 8:45 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church, the Rev. Sylvester Borusky officiating. Interment will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Shikowski, nee Josephine Pionek, was born at Pulaski, Wis., on Jan. 2, 
1896, a daughter of the late Albert and Frances Zwicki Pionek. She was married 
at Pulaski to George Shikowski, who died in Two Rivers in 1937.
Surviving Mrs. Shikowski are two daughters, Mrs. Wilmer Retzlaff of Rt. 1, Two 
Rivers, and Miss Janice Shikowski at home, two sons, Alois of Two Rivers and 
Roland Shikowski at home; a brother, Joseph Pionek of Two Rivers; and three 
grandchildren.
Mrs. Shikowski was a member of the Holy Rosary Sodality of Sacred Heart Church, 
Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the funeral home until the time of services.
The Rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 8 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 12, 1954  P. 15


HENRY SHORT

Notes from Two Rivers:
Henry Short, aged 53, died Tuesday at the Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc, 
where he was taken for treatment a few weeks ago. Mr. Short had been ill about 
three years. He was born in the Town of Two Creeks where he resided all his 
life. He is survived by a wife three daughters and two sons.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 29, 1915
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The funeral of Henry Short of Two Creeks occurred Saturday morning from St. Luke's 
church. Mr. Short died at Holy Family Hospital where he was confined for several 
weeks with an illness from which he had suffered more or less for about three years. 
The remains were brought to the home of his sister here, Mrs. Wenzel Blaha. He was 
born in the Town of Two Creeks, 53 years ago. He is survived by a widow, 3 daughters, 
2 sons. Mr. Short was a man of good character and highly respected by his many 
friends and acquaintances.
The Reporter, Fri., Apr. 30, 1915
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Two Creeks:
Many people from here attended the funeral of the late Henry Short of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Apr. 28, 1915 page 4


HILARY W. SHORT

Hilary W. Short, age 89, of 2002 Garfield St., Two Rivers, died early Monday 
morning, December 13, 1999, at the Hamilton Memorial Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, December 17, 1999, at St. 
Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial 
will be Rev. Larry Seidl, with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
He was born November 10, 1910, in the town of Two Rivers, son of the late Henry 
and Mary Gauthier Short. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and Vocational 
School in Two Rivers. On October 17, 1934, he married Tattie Kasal, in Waukegan, 
Ill. Hilary worked in the shipping dept. of the Aluminum Goods Factory, Plant 1, 
for a number of years before he became employed by the City of Two Rivers, as an 
electrician, in March of 1943. He was employed with the city for 30 years, 
retiring in 1973. During this time he worked under seven City Managers. He was 
a very proud, charter member of the Two Rivers Silver K Kiwanis Club, where he 
held the office of treasurer for 14 1/2 years. Hilary was also a member of the 
Two Rivers Knights of Columbus, Council #1965, the Men of St. Luke and the Two 
Rivers Senior Center.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Tattie; two sons and daughters-in-law, 
Bill and Jan Short, Two Rivers, Dr. Paul and Dr. Carol Short, Starkville, Miss.; 
eight grandchildren, Jill Short, Maryland, Pat Short, Stevens Point, Bryan Short, 
Two Rivers, and Tina Short, Florida, Daniel Crawford, Rebecca Crawford, and 
Michael Crawford, all of Oregon, Chris (Sara) Henning, Texas; one great grandchild, 
Kelsey Lee, Oregon; a number of neices, nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
He was preceded in death by a brother, John Short; and three sisters, Loretta 
Monka, Julia Kennedy, and Grace Schutz.
Friends may call at St. Luke Catholic Church after 12:30 p.m. until the time of 
Mass at 1:30 p.m. There will be no Thursday evening visitation.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 15, 1999 P. A2
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(10 Nov 1910/13 Dec 1999/SSDI)


JOHN SHORT
 
Short:- At his home in the town of Two Creeks, on June 23, 1899, Mr.
John Short, aged 72 years.
Deceased was born in Ireland but came to this country when a boy and
was one of the first settlers of the town of Two Creeks, having located
upon a tract of government land in that town upwards of 40 years ago.
He was a genial and honorable man, gentle and kindly in his intercourse
with his neighbors and devoted to his family and friends.
He was quite widely known and was beloved and esteemed by all who 
knew him. His funeral took place from St. Luke's church yesterday 
morning and a large concourse of friends and neighbors turned out to
honor his memory and to form a suitable funeral cortege. His wife died
many years ago and those of his children who survive him are grown up.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tuesday, June 27, 1899
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John Short of Two Creeks died on Friday last aged 72. He was one of the leading farmers of that town.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, June 29, 1899 pg. 5

MAGGIE SHORT

Maggie Short
Last week an old lady died at the hospital in Manitowoc, who was, at an early age, well known in the town of Two Creeks as "Maggie" Short, the wife of the late Patrick Short, one of the pioneers of that town. "Maggie", as she was called by everyone, was one of the jolliest and dearest little Irish women that ever left the "auld sod" and she brought with her the sweetest brogue, the bluest eyes and the reddest cheeks that Ireland ever produced. After the death of Patrick Short many years ago she left Two Creeks and was married again and we had not heard of her until the other day when we were informed of her death by Dr. Farrell.
The Chronicle - Tues., Apr. 7, 1908

MARY SHORT    (d. 1948)

Mrs. Mary Short, 67, of 2002 Garfield street, Two Rivers, died Friday night 
at Municipal hospital in that city following a lingering illness.
Services will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday at the St. Luke Catholic church in 
Two Rivers, with the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo officiating. Burial will be 
in Calvary cemetery. 
Mrs. Short was born in 1881 on a farm in the town of Two Creeks, the daughter 
of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gauthier. In 1900 she was married to Henry 
Short and the couple resided in Two Creeks until the husband's death in 1915 
when she moved into Two Rivers. She had continued to live there until her 
death.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Clement Monka and Mrs. Anton Schultz of 
Two Rivers, and Mrs. A. J. Kennedy of Waukegan, Ill.; two sons, John J. of 
Chicago and Hilary W., of Two Rivers; six brothers, Adolph, George and Peter 
Gauthier of Two Rivers, William of Boston, Albert of Wausaukee, Wis., and 
Richard of the town of Two Rivers; one sister, Mrs. Ernst Johnson of the town 
of Two Creeks, and 12 grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel funeral home in Two Rivers 
from 9 a.m. Sunday until the time of services Tuesday. The rosary will be 
recited at 7:45 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 2, 1948  P.2


PATRICK SHORT    (d. 1884)

Patrick Short an old resident of the town of Two Creeks died last
Thursday after a short illness. He was buried from the Catholic
church at this place last Saturday
Two Rivers Reporter, June 24, 1884
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Pat Short of Two Creeks, a man either personally known or by reputation, 
throughout the county, died last week.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, June 26, 1884 P. 3


PATRICK SHORT    (d. 1935)

Infant Son of Shorts Is Buried Here Today 
Funeral services for Patrick Short, 7 months old son of Mr. and Mrs. John J. 
Short of Chicago, former local residents, were held this afternoon at 1:15 
from the C.J. Jansky funeral home and at 1:30 from St. Luke's Catholic church. 
The infant died in Chicago Wednesday night.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 7, 1935  P. 11


TATANA SHORT

Tatana "Tattie" Short, age 95, of Two Rivers, died peacefully Thursday, Dec. 30, 
2010, at the Hamilton Care Center, Two Rivers.
Tattie was born April 30, 1915, in Kewaunee, a daughter of the late Henry and 
Frances (Koutsky) Kasal. Tattie graduated from Kewaunee High School with the class 
of 1934. On Oct. 17, 1934, she married Hilary Short in Waukegan, Ill. He preceded 
her in death on Dec. 13, 1999. Tattie was a 50-year member of VFW Post No. 1248 
Auxiliary and also was a member of the Two Rivers Senior Center and Ladies of St. 
Luke's. She worked for a short time as an aide at the Two Rivers Hospital and later 
worked at Hamilton Mfg. Co. for 23 years before retiring in 1974.
Survivors include one son and two daughters-in-law: Dr. Paul and Elsie Short, Starksville, 
Miss., and Jan Short, Two Rivers; eight grandchildren: Jill (Mayra) Short, Manitowoc, 
Patrick short and special friend, Kristie Austin, MacGregor, Iowa, Brian Short, Two 
Rivers, Tina (Ed) Spinks, Tampa, Fla., Daniel Crawford, Colorado, Rebecca Crawford, 
Oregon, Michael Crawford, California, and Chris (Tara) Henning, Georgia; and one 
great-grandson: Levi short. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, Tattie was also preceded in death 
by one son: William Short, four sisters and four brothers.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan 4, 2011, at St. Peter the 
Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial 
will be the Rev. Tom Reynebeau with burial to be held in Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the church on Tuesday morning from 
9:30 until 10:15 a.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 2, 2011
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(Apr. 30, 1915/Dec. 30, 2010/SSDI)


WILLIAM SHORT

William A. Short, age 71, of 1111 17th St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
Tuesday morning, April 17, 2007, at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. 
Bill was born Jan. 1, 1936, in Two Rivers, a son of Tatana (Kasal) Short 
and the late Hilary Short. He attended St. Luke Catholic Grade School and 
Washington High School, Two Rivers, graduating with the class of 1954. He 
also attended area technical schools, where he studied graphic arts. Bill 
entered the U.S. Army on May 27, 1958, serving overseas in France. He was 
honorably discharged May 10, 1961. On June 30, 1962, Bill married Janice 
Kuehl at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Bill worked as a master 
printer for many years at several printing companies including, Lake Mills, 
Fond du Lac and the Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter. He also owned and 
operated the Lakeshore Press for many years. Bill also worked as night 
manager at Bill's Pick 'n' Save, Two Rivers, for many years until his 
retirement. He was a member of St. Peter the Fisherman Parish, Knights of 
Columbus Council 1957; former member of the Shoto Pigeon Club; and former 
member of the Two Rivers City Council. Bill enjoyed his pets, gardening, 
the outdoors - hunting and fishing, and raising pigeons. 
Survivors include his wife: Jan Short; his mother: Tattie Short, Two Rivers; two sons: 
Patrick Short and special friend: Kristy Austin, Prairie De Chien; Brian Short, Two 
Rivers; two daughters: Jill Short, Safety Harbor, Fla.; and Tina Short and special friend: 
Ed Spinks, Tampa, Fla. He is further survived by a brother: Paul (Elsie) Short, Mississippi; 
a sister-in-law: Karen (Ken) Edgerly, Lone Rock; several nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father: Hilary Short; father-in-law: James 
Kuehl; and mother-in-law: Lillian Olson. 
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 20, 2007, at St. 
Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of 
Christian Burial will be the Rev. William G. O'Brien. Full military honors 
will be accorded after the Mass by members of the VFW and American Legion 
Post of Two Rivers. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish 
after 9 a.m. on Friday until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. There will be no 
visitation this evening. 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the 
Short family with funeral arrangements. 
Manitowoc Herald Times  Thursday, April 19, 2007  pg. A6 



MARIA ANNA SHUBERT

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 30 Mar.) 
Mrs. Schubert, an old settler in Town Two Rivers, was buried Friday 
from the local Catholic Church. During the past year the elderly lady 
has resided with her daughter, Mrs. Karkow.
Der Nord Westen, 02 Apr. 1908
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Eastwin News:
Mrs. Mary Shubert, died on March 24, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John 
Karlko from lober pneumonia. She was born on the 23rd of November, 1835 in 
Trapstadt, Beiern, Germany. Her maiden name was Mary Kast and she came to this 
country in 1867 and was married here soon after to Michael Shubert whom she 
bore two children, Mrs. John Karlko and Mr. Robert Shubert who for many years 
held the office of Treasurer and two years that of Chairman of our town. 
Deceased was a gentle, loveable old lady and will be missed by many. She was a 
devout Christian and was buried from St. Luke's church in Two Rivers last Friday 
morning.
The Chronicle, Tues., Mar. 31, 1908


MICHAEL SHUBERT

Death in Mishicott on Friday of Michael Joseph Schubert(sic), 
an old settler in that town. The funeral was Monday.
Der Nord Westen, Nov. 24, 1898
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Michael Joseph Shubert, an old settler of that portion of the town of 
Mishicott known as "School Section", died last Friday and was buried 
yesterday from St. Luke's church.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tues., Nov. 22, 1898
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Michael Joseph Schubert  (sic)
birth: 2 April 1827 Herfstadt, Germany
death: 18 November 1898 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Two Rivers, Wisc.
residence: 1898 Mishicott, Man. Co., Wisc.
mother: Anna Miller
spouse: Mary Anna
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


CATHERINE SIEVERT

Catherine F. Sievert, age 104, a resident of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died 
Saturday afternoon, June 3, 1995, at Shady Lane Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 6, 1995, at Klein and 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers and 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial 
with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born July 22, 1890, at Pulaski, Wis., daughter of the late Michael and 
Frances Dempski Wichlacz. She married Peter Wojkiewicz in 1910 at Pulaski. He 
preceded her in death in 1917. On April 26, 1927, she married John S. Sievert 
at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death May 29, 
1973. She was a member of the Ladies of Sacred Heart, and the Two Rivers Senior 
Citizens. Catherine was an avid bowler, bingo player and loved to cook.
Survivors include on daughter, Agnes Radandt, Manitowoc; one sister, Helen 
Egnarski, Pulaski; eight grandchildren, Joanne Erdmann, Elk Grove, Ill., Barbara 
Lee (Gary) Heiman, West Jefferson, Ohio, Judy (Harley) Schnell, Manitowoc, 
Douglas (Barbara) Zipperer, Cato, Michael Riderer, Manitowoc, James (Joan) 
Riderer, Minnesota, Jeanie (Jeff) Kriel, Manitowoc, Dennis (Kathy) Riderer, 
Manitwooc; 16 great-grandchildren, eight great-great-granchildren. She is also 
survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was prceded in 
death by one son, Joseph Wojkiewicz, three daughters, Anna Zipperer, Frances 
Wojkiewicz and Laree Riderer, three sons-in-law, Fred Radandt Jr., Bernard 
Zipperer and Harold Riderer.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, from 6-8 p.m. Monday, 
(TONIGHT). There will be a prayer service at 7 p.m.
Catherine will be greatly missed by her family and many friends.
Her family extends a special note of thanks to all the staff at Shady Lane Home 
who so lovingly cared for her over the past 13 years.
Herald Times Reporter, June 5, 1995 P. A2
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[bur. June 6, 1995]


CLARA SILBERSACK

After a lingering illness, Mrs. Nicholas Silbersack 69, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, 
mother of Clarence Silbersack, principal of the Koenig Elementary School at Two 
Rivers, died at the farm home Wednesday afternoon.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 am Saturday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers and at 10 am at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. John K. Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mrs. Silbersack, nee Clara Kornely, was born in the Town of Kossuth on March 1, 
1885, a daughter of the late George and Mary Sickinger Kornely. she was married 
at St. Anne Catholic Church at Francis Creek on Jan. 22, 1907 to Nicholas 
Silbersack, who died on the farm home in 1952. She was a member of the Altar 
Society of St. Luke Church.
Surviving Mrs. Silbersack are a daughter, Mrs. Paul Ruminski of Two Rivers; another 
son, Elmer Silbersack of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Richard Grimm of Two Rivers 
and Mrs. Martin Wilfert of Rt. 2, Two Rivers and 11 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 am Friday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 7:45 pm Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., May 24, 1956 page T9


CLARENCE SILBERSACK

Clarence R. Silbersack, 72, of 305 Crystal Springs Rd., Two Rivers, died Sunday 
afternoon, October 26, 1986 at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 10 am Wednesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Silbersack was born June 10, 1914 in the Town of Two Rivers, son of the 
late Nicholas and Clara Kornely Silbersack. Mr. Silbersack was a longtime 
educator in Manitowoc and Sheboygan Counties area schools. He served on the 
staff at St. Coletta's School at Jefferson, Wisconsin and also served as 
Principal at the Koenig School in Two Rivers in the 1950's, retiring in 1960. 
Mr. Silbersack was a member of Two Rivers Knights of Columbus, Two Rivers Elks 
Club, Shoto Conservation Club, Manitowoc County Expo Board, Rahr West Museum 
and Manitowoc County Historical Society.
Survivors include two nephews, Mr. Thomas Silbersack and Mr. Richard Ruminski; 
seven nieces, Mrs. Diane Wilke, Mrs. Peggy Oehlike, Mrs. Mary Nochomson, Joan 
Bruechert, Mrs. Ann Durocher, Mrs. Linda Kappelman and Debbie Benthien and a 
brother-in-law, Mr. Paul J. Ruminski. He was preceded in death by a brother, 
Mr. Elmer Silbersack, a sister, Mrs. Beatrice Ruminski and two nephews, Mr. 
John Silbersack and Mr. Robert Ruminski.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 4 pm to 8 
pm Tuesday where a parish memorial service will be 7 pm. The Two Rivers Knights 
of Columbus will meet with the family for the Memorial Service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Oct. 27, 1986 page 15
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(10 Jun 1914/Oct 1986/SSDI)


GEORGE SILBERSACK

George Silversack(sic), a pioneer of the county, died at his home in the town
of Two Rivers last Thursday evening, after a protracted illness, at the
age of 78 years. Some thirty five or forty years ago George Silversack
ran a blacksmith shop in the village of Kingville, located about a quarter
of a mile east of Shoto, on the hill that overlooks the Neshoto River.
This village has long since disappeared. Not a vestige of it remains,
but at the time that George Silversack conducted a blacksmith shop
therein it contained a steam flour mill, a store, a hotel, two saloons,
a dance hall and several shops, besides a large number of cottages and
dwellings. When the Cooper & Jones Lumber Company ceased to exist at
Shoto (then called Neshoto) Kingville had no further excuse for its
existence. The steam flour mill, on the hill at Kingsville, was moved
down and took possession of the water power which the Cooper & Jones
Lumber Co. no longer had any use for. The hotel, saloon, store and
blacksmith shop of course followed the procession down the hill from
Kingville to the present village of Shoto and one by one the cottagers
departed and the cottages on the hill were torn down. Mr. Silversack
for many years conducted both a saloon and a blacksmith shop in the
present village of Shoto but some ten or fifteen years ago he sold out
and settled upon the farm upon which his death took place. He was born
in Dundorf, Bavaria. He leaves a wife and several grown up sons and
daughters. The funeral took place from St. Luke's church last Saturday
morning.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tuesday, April 17, 1906
*********
Death Thursday night last week of Geo. Silversack(sic), a well-known farmer of
Neshoto, at age 71. He is survived by a widow, 4 sons and 3 daughters. The 
funeral was held Sunday. (Apparently they got the age wrong.)
Der Nord Westen, 19 Apr. 1906


NICHOLAS SILBERSACK

Nicholas Silbersack, prominent town of Two Rivers farmer, residing on Route 2, 
and one of the organizers of the former Two Rivers Equity Exchange, now the 
Twin River Co-operative, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital early Monday 
morning He had been in failing health for three years and had been a hospital 
patient nearly a month.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in 
Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
The deceased was born on a farm at Shoto in 1875, a son of the late George and 
Eva Schultz Silbersack. When he was 13 years old the family moved to the present 
farm in the town of Two Rivers where he resided since. In 1907 at St. Anne 
Catholic church at Francis Creek, Miss Clara Kornely was married to Mr. 
Silbersack.
Active in agricultural circles for many years and a member of the Manitowoc 
County Holstein Breeders Association, Mr. Silbersack also served for many years 
on the board of Crystal Springs District School No. 3. He was one of the founders 
of the Two Rivers Equity Exchange, which was changed to the Twin River 
Co-operative several years ago.
Surviving Mr. Silbersack are his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Paul Ruminski of Two 
Rivers, and two sons, Elmer of Manitowoc and Clarence, principal of Koenig 
Elementary School, Two Rivers, who makes his home on the farm. There are also 
10 grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 
2 p.m. Tuesday to the time of services. The rosary will be recited at the 
funeral home at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 28, 1952  P.2


KATHERINE SIMANEK

Mrs. Frank Simanek, 82, of 2004 Menasha avenue, died Saturday night at the 
Two Rivers Municipal hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home, and at 9 o'clock at Holy Innocents church, the Rev. E. A. Radey 
officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery(sic), Two Rivers. 
She was born Katherine Bourish in Franklin in 1866, and 61 year ago was 
married to Rudolph Zimmerhakel of Franklin. He died 26 years ago. Seventeen 
years ago she was married to Mr. Simanek. The latter died in 1943.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Anna Kopetsky of Two Rivers, Mrs. John 
Stefniak (sic) of Two Creeks and Mrs. Miles Krajcarek of this city; son, Robert 
Zimmerhakel of Two Rivers; brother, Joseph of Clark Mills; sister, Mrs. Joseph 
Blaha of Bessemer, Mich.; 18 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home where the rosary will be recited 
at 7 o'clock tonight.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 22, 1948  P.2
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(Note: The stone is in Calvary)


JOHN SIMMER

John Simmer, Jr., died of consumption Sat. in the home of his mother-in-law,
Mrs. Barbara Reinert in Two Rivers. The deceased was born in Manitowoc Rapids 
on 08 Apr. 1869, the son of John Simmer. 6 yrs. ago he married Miss Mary Reinert 
there and worked several years in his father's saloon, which work he had to give 
up as his illness worsened. Last Jan. he took the post of jail warden under Sheriff
Pellett, but he had to give up this job after several months because of his illness.
He then moved in with his mother-in-law in Two Rivers, where he died. He is survived
by his widow and 2 children as well as his sorrowing parents and the above named
mother-in-law. His funeral was held Mon. morning from the Catholic Church in Two 
Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Dec. 1903
********
John Simmer
birth: 8 April 1869 Rapids, Wis.
death: 28 November 1903 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1903 Two Rivers
father: John Simmer
mother: Barbara
spouse: Mary Reinert
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(Note: Buried with the Reinert family)


MARY LANDREE SIMONIS

Notes from Two Rivers:
Mrs. Otto Simonis died last Wednesday morning. She suffered with tuberculosis 
and after seeking relief at different sanitoriums, went to live with her mother, 
Mrs. A. LaFond. Her marriage took place in 1900. She is survived by her husband, 
one son and one daughter. The funeral was held on Saturday from St. Luke's Church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 1, 1915
********
After two years of illness, Mrs. Otto Simonis passed away early Wednesday morning 
at the home of her mother, Mrs. Alfred LaFond. The cause of her death was 
tuberculosis. She was unable to get any benefit at the sanitarium and so she spent 
the past year with her mother, where loving care bestowed everything possible to 
alleviate her sufferings until the end. Mrs. Otto J.N. Simonis was born September 10, 
1875. In 1900 she was united in marriage to Mr. Otto Simonis of this city who 
survives her with one son, Howard, aged 13 and one daughter, Edna, 7. The funeral 
will occur Saturday morning from St. Luke's Church. The family have the sympathy 
of a host of friends in their loss of a loving and devoted wife and mother.
The Reporter, Fri., June 25, 1915


ALBERT SIMONO

Albert P. Simono, 85, of 1611-17th St., Two Rivers, retired Mirro 
Aluminum Co. employe and earlier associated with a family-operated 
harbor dredging firm, died Thursday morning at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will 
be in Calvary Cemetery.
Mr. Simono was born Aug. 7, 1886, at Two Rivers, son of the late 
Charles and Emily St. Pierre Simono. In his early years he was an 
associate with his father and brother, Edward, in a dredging firm, 
engaged largely in harbor dredging in government contracts 
particularly on Lake Erie. With the discontinuance of the business 
he returned to Two Rivers to work for the Mirro company, retiring 
when he was 67 years old. He married Elsie Dionne at Sheboygan 
Jan. 20, 1909. She preceded him in death at Two Rivers June 28, 1953. 
He was a member of Mother of Hope Council No. 1957, Knights of 
Columbus.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Victor (Eugenie) LaFond, of Two 
Rivers and Mrs. Richard (Marion) Rogalski, of Mooresville, N.C.; two 
sons, Robert of Laurel, Miss., and Charles, of West Allis; a brother, 
Edward, of Los Angeles, Calif., seven grandchildren and 11 great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
after 6 p.m. Friday where memorial services for the family and Knights 
of Columbus will be at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 29, 1972
********
PROMINENT YOUNG PEOPLE WED
Last Wednesday morning, Albert Simono of this city was married to Miss Elsie Dionne 
at Sheboygan. The wedding took place at eight o'clock at Holy Name Church and many 
relatives and friends of the couple were present. Mr. Simono is a son of Chas. Simono and 
owns an interest in the Two Rivers Dredge Co., which has been at work on a big dredging 
contract at the Soo and which will take two years to complete. Miss Dionne is a daughter 
of Capt. Joseph Dionne of the Sheboygan Life Saving Crew. She is a handsome young 
woman and has many accomplishments. The young people were constant friends since 
childhood. After the wedding ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the home 
of the bride after which the happy couple departed for Chicago, where they will spend 
their honeymoon. they will make this city their  home. A large number of relatives from 
this city attended the wedding. The Chronicle joins the many friends of the couple in 
offering congratulations.
The Chronicle - Tues., Jan. 26, 1909  


ALEXANDER SIMONO

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 09 Apr.)
Death today of Alexander Simono, an old settler in our city, at the age 
of 90 after having been ill the entire winter. Mr. Simono was a French 
Canadian who settled in our city about 35 years ago where he established 
a woodworking shop. He leaves several children in good circumstances 
including the owner of the dredge ship now operating under contract with 
the Federal Government at the north end of Lake Michigan. One of his 
daughters is married to John De Lille, foreman in the Hamilton Factory. 
The deceased will be buried Wednesday from the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 12 Apr. 1906
********
Alexander Simono, an aged man who has been a resident of this city for the past 
forty years, died last Sunday evening at the home of his son, Mr. Chas. Simono, 
with whom he lived the last years of his life. He was born in St. Monique, Canada, 
Oct. 17, 1815. His wife preceded him to the grave many years ago. Of the eight 
children born to him six are now living. He has thirty grandchildren and five 
great grandchildren. Two of his sons reside in Levinir, Canada; they are Joseph 
and Alick. One son, Jesse lives in Tomahawk, Wisconsin and Charles, the other 
son, is a resident of Two Rivers, as are also his two daughters, Mrs. John DeLille 
and Mrs. M. Bunker. He was an upright man and a devout Christian and was greatly 
respected by all who knew him. His funeral took place Tuesday morning from St. 
Luke's church.
The REPORTER, Sat., Apr. 14, 1906


ANNA M. SIMONO

Mrs. Anna Simono, 89, formerly of 1911 27th St., Two Rivers, who resided at 
Hamilton Home for the past two years, died Friday evening, Nov. 20, at Two 
Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Holy Redeemer Church. The Rev. Don 
Becker will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Simono was born March 31, 1892, at Sheboygan, daughter of the late John 
Scheurell and Anna Burmeister. She was married to Frank Simono, June 12, 1917, 
at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death Nov. 10, 
1979. Mrs. Simono was a member of Ladies of Holy Redeemer and past member of 
VFW Auxiliary.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Leone Simono of Manitowoc; 
five daughters and sons-in-law, Agnes and William Grumann, Marge and Don Kumbalek 
both of Two Rivers, Jane and William Schlei of Waupun, Ruth and Lloyd LeClair of 
Rhinelander and Doris and Fred Schwarzenbart of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Dorothy 
Horstketter of Manitowoc; 36 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by a son, Rev. Francis Simono, three brothers and two grandsons.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Inc., Two Rivers, after 5 
o'clock this Sunday afternoon. Memorial service 7 o'clock Sunday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, November 22, 1981 P. 3
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(Mar 31 1892/Nov 1981/SSDI)
********
Miss Anna Scheurell and Frank Simono were united in marriage Tuesday morning at 
St. Boniface Church, the ceremony was peformed by Rev. Peil. The attendants were 
Miss Dorothy Scheurell and Miss Libbie Simono and Emil Marek and John Scheurell.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Scheurell and has a large circle 
of friends. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jess Simono of Two Rivers, where 
he is employed at the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Plant as a machinist. Mr. and 
Mrs. Simono left on a wedding trip to Milwaukee and Chicago and upon their return 
taken up their residence at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 14, 1917


CHARLES SIMONO

CHAS. SIMINO, HEAD OF THE TWO RIVERS DREDGE AND DOCK CO. 
DIES AT HOME THERE
Charles Simino, a respected and prominent resident of Two Rivers, 
president and head of the Two Rivers Dredge and Dock company, passed 
away at his home there last night at the age of 70 years. Mr. Simino 
was born in Canada, and for over fifty years had resided at Two 
Rivers. 
He for years has been identified with Peter Schroeder in the Two 
Rivers Dredge and Dock company. The dredge of the company is now 
engaged in harbor work at ??bula, Ohio. Besides the widow, three 
grown sons, at present employed on the dredge, survive. The funeral 
will be held Saturday morning from St. Luke's church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, October 08, 1918, Page 15
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DEATH TAKES LARGE TOLL THIS WEEK
Chas. Simono, Head of Two Rivers Dredge and Dock Co., is Called by Death
A prominent citizen of high business standing and an old resident of Two Rivers 
who has ever proven trustworthy and reliable, passed away when Charles Simono 
answered the summons at his home in this city last Tuesday night. He had known 
for some time that the malady with which he suffered was a fatal one and met his 
end with much fortitude. Charles Simono was born in Canada seventy years ago and 
came to Two Rivers in 1868. Starting as a carpenter he then conducted a pile 
driver and later became interested in the dredging business. Of late years he 
was associated with Peter Schroeder in the Two Rivers Dredge and Dock Co., as 
manager and superintendent. Deceased is survived by his widow and three sons, 
Albert, Joseph and Edward, all of whom are employed on the dredge now operating 
at Ashtabula, Ohio. The funeral will be Saturday morning from St. Luke's church.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 10, 1918
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Mr. and Mrs. Joseph LaCasse, of Kaukauna, are at Two Rivers to attend 
the funeral of the late Charles Simono.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, October 12, 1918, Page 3


ELIZA SIMONO

Mrs. Jesse Simino (sic) died at the Holy Family hospital at 5:40 this morning 
where she underwent an operation for cancer. Mrs. Simino who was Eliza Niquette, 
was born in this city February 3, 1855. She became the bride of Jesse Simino on 
May 8, 1876. Besides her husband she is survived by seven children and seventeen 
grandchildren. Two (sic) daughters are Mrs. William Scheurell of Manitowoc, Mrs. 
John Scheuerell of Manitowoc, Mrs. John Kumbalek of Gary, Indiana, Mrs. Peter 
Goeler of Marshfield, Sister Md. Clothilda of Marquette, Michigan, and Mrs. Nagel 
Lachapelle of this city. Also Frank and Ben Simino of this city. Two brothers, 
Ed. Niquette of Iona, Michigan, and Joseph Niquette of Marinette and five sisters, 
Mrs. Lucy Brault of Milwaukee, Mrs. Thom Neveau and Mrs. Archie Flensy of Coleman, 
Mrs. N. Robie?eau of Marinette and Mrs. Delia Beaudoin of this city, also survive. 
The funeral will be held Friday morning from the St. Luke's church with a solemn 
High Mass at 9:30, with burial at Calvary cemetery. On May 8, Mr. and Mrs. Simono 
celebrated their golden wedding anniversary.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 18, 1926  P.13


ELSIE SIMONO

Mrs. Albert Simono, 66, 1611 17th St., Two Rivers, a member of one of Two 
Rivers' most prominent earlier families and whose father was one of the first 
commanders of the United States Coast Guard at Two Rivers, died at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital at 5 Sunday afternoon where she had been a patient the past 
five weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at St. Luke's Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C.V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in 
Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Simono, nee Elsie Dionne, was born in Two Rivers in 1886, a daughter of 
the late Joseph and Odile Langlois Dionne. Her father, Capt. Joseph Dionne, who 
died in Sheboygan a number of years ago, was the second officer in charge of the 
Two Rivers Coast guard station at the turn of the century and had been cited 
with a congressional Medal of Honor for one of his life saving exploits. She was 
married to Albert Simono of Two Rivers at Sheboygan in 1909, where Capt. Dionne 
had headed the Sheboygan station.
For many years Mrs. Simono was a member of the Altar Society of St. Luke's Church 
and also affiliated with the Columbus Home Association Auxiliary at Two Rivers.
Besides her husband she leaves two daughters, Mrs. Victor La Fond and Mrs. Richard 
Rogalski of Two Rivers, and two sons, Robert of Vicksburg, Miss., and Charles 
Simono of Milwaukee. She also leaves a sister, Mrs. Arthur De Lisle and a brother, 
Raymond Dionne, of Sheboygan. There are six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 2 
p.m. Tuesday until the time of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral 
home at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 29, 1953 P.15
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PROMINENT YOUNG PEOPLE WED
Last Wednesday morning, Albert Simono of this city was married to Miss Elsie Dionne 
at Sheboygan. The wedding took place at eight o'clock at Holy Name Church and many 
relatives and friends of the couple were present. Mr. Simono is a son of Chas. Simono and 
owns an interest in the Two Rivers Dredge Co., which has been at work on a big dredging 
contract at the Soo and which will take two years to complete. Miss Dionne is a daughter 
of Capt. Joseph Dionne of the Sheboygan Life Saving Crew. She is a handsome young 
woman and has many accomplishments. The young people were constant friends since 
childhood. After the wedding ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the home 
of the bride after which the happy couple departed for Chicago, where they will spend 
their honeymoon. they will make this city their  home. A large number of relatives from 
this city attended the wedding. The Chronicle joins the many friends of the couple in 
offering congratulations.
The Chronicle - Tues., Jan. 26, 1909  


REV. FRANCIS J. SIMONO

Father Simono of Two Rivers Is Killed in Highway Accident 
Crash Occurs Near Kaukauna Early Today 
TWO RIVERS-The Rev. Francis J. Simono, 32, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Simono, 
1911 27th St. Two Rivers, who has been serving as assistant pastor of St. 
John Catholic Church at Little Chute after being ordained at Green Bay early 
in June, lost his life in an automobile accident near Kaukauna at an early 
hour Tuesday.
Father Simono, according to the report of the Outagamie County Sheriff's 
Department, was returning from a visit in Green Bay, when his car, a 1952 
model sedan, got out of control on Highway 41 a mile and a half northeast 
of Kaukauna. The young priest was thrown clear of his automobile when it hit 
a telephone pole after traveling more than 700 feet out of control.
The body of Father Simono was found alongside the pavement by Outagamie County 
Traffic Office Edward Metko, after being informed of the accident by the 
Kaukauna Police Department. The earlier report at 12:10 a.m. Tuesday from the 
Kaukauna authorities said that the Rev. Simono was still living but it was not 
known how long he remained alive after the crash, or the exact time the mishap 
occurred. Father Simono's car was demolished, according to the report. 
Funeral Saturday 
Funeral services will be held at Father Simono's home church here, St. Luke, 
Saturday morning, with an Office of the Dead to be recited by the priests 
present at 10 a.m. The most Rev. Stanislaus V. Bona, bishop of Green Bay, will 
celebrate the mass. He will be assisted by the Rt. Rev. Msgr. John Sprangers, 
pastor of St. John Church, Little Chute, as arch priest. 
The Revs. John S. Landowski, pastor of St. Mary Church, Manitowoc and Joseph 
Gabryzek, pastor of Sacred Heart Church here, will be deacons of honor. Deacon 
of the mass will be the Rev. Sylvester Borusky of Green Bay, a Two Rivers young 
man, who was ordained with Father Simono on June 6. Sub-deacon will be the Rev. 
Weber, assistant at St. Peter and Paul, Green Bay, and the Rev. Chester Ropella, 
chancellor of Green Bay diocese, will be master of ceremonies to the bishop.
Father Simono was born in Two Rivers in 1920, a son of Frank and Ann Scheurrel 
Simono. He received his elementary education at St. Luke Parochial School and 
was graduated from Washington High School in 1938. Following his graduation he 
enrolled in the University of Wisconsin Extension School at Manitowoc from where 
he entered the U.S. Air Corps. 
Served Overseas in Italy
Receiving an officer's commission, the Rev. Simono was sent overseas and based 
in Italy. There, as a first lieutenant he served as a bombardier and completed 
25 missions. 
After more than four years in the service, the Rev. Simono entered St. Nobert 
college at De Pere to prepare for the priesthood in 1946, completing his courses 
at St. Paul Seminary, St. Paul, Minn., in May. He was ordained at St. Francis 
Xavier Cathedral in Green Bay on June 7 and on June 15 held his first mass at 
St. Luke Church.
Besides his parents, Father Simono is survived by five sisters, Mrs. William 
Gruman of Two Rivers, Mrs. Frederick Schwartzenbart of Manitowoc, Mrs. William 
Schlei of Waupun, Mrs. Lloyd LeClair of Rhinelander and Miss Margaret Simono at 
home.
Father Simono was affiliated with the Two Rivers Council of Knights of Columbus 
and the Eleven Gold Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars of Two Rivers. 
The body of the Rev. Simono was taken to the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home 
here early Tuesday morning.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 12, 1952  P.1


FRANK A. SIMONO

Frank A. Simono, 86, of 1911 27th St., Two Rivers, died Saturday morning, Nov. 
10, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. William Grumann.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Revs. Paul Schumacher, Sylvester Borusky and Robert Rhyner will 
officiate and burial will be in Calary (sic) Cemetery, with Military Graveside 
Rites by VFW Post 1248.
Mr. Simono was born June 14, 1893, in Coleman, Wis. son of the late Jessie Simono 
and Eliza (Niquette) Simono. He was married to Anna Scheurell on June 12, 1917 
in St. Boniface Church, Manitowoc. He was employed at Mirro Aluminum of Two Rivers, 
where he retired at the age of 62. Mr. Simono was an Army Veteran of World War I 
and a member of Men of Holy Redeemer; Mirro Machinists Union; Catholic order of 
Foresters and VFW Post 1248 of Two Rivers.
Survivors include his wife Leone Simono; a son, Paul Simono of Manitowoc; five 
daughters and sons-in-laws, Mrs. William (Agnes) Grumann, Mrs. Don (Marge) Kumbalek, 
of Two Rivers, Mrs. William (Jane) Schlei of Waupan (sic), Mrs. Lloyd (Ruth) LeClair 
of Rhinelander, Mrs. Fred (Doris) Schwarzenbart of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. 
Lora Goeler of Spencer, Sister Clotilda of Fodulac (sic); 36 grandchildren; 24 
great grandchildren. Mr. Simono was preceded in death by a son Rev. Francis, three 
sisters; a brother; and a grandchild.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from 5 p.m. on Monday where a 
Memorial service will be held by the KC and Sunshine order of Foresters at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, November 11, 1979 P. 3
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(Jun 14 1893/Nov 1979/SSDI)
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Miss Anna Scheurell and Frank Simono were united in marriage Tuesday morning at 
St. Boniface Church, the ceremony was peformed by Rev. Peil. The attendants were 
Miss Dorothy Scheurell and Miss Libbie Simono and Emil Marek and John Scheurell.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Scheurell and has a large circle 
of friends. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jess Simono of Two Rivers, where 
he is employed at the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Plant as a machinist. Mr. and 
Mrs. Simono left on a wedding trip to Milwaukee and Chicago and upon their return 
taken up their residence at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 14, 1917


JESSE SIMONO

JESSE SIMONO DIES AT HOME 
City Pineer Succumbs After Suffering Stroke Friday 
TWO RIVERS (Special) - Funeral services for Jesse Simono, 79, pioneer local 
resident, who died at his home at 2000 Madison street Saturday morning at 
10:35, will be held Tuesday morning at 8:30 from the home and at 9 o'clock 
from St. Luke's church, with the Very Rev. Dean C. V. Hugo officiating. 
Interment will be in Calvary cemetery. 
The body was taken to the residence from the Klein & Stangel, Inc. funeral 
home Sunday morning. Six of Mr. Simono's grandsons will act as pallbearers 
at the funeral.
Mr. Simono, who had been a millwright at the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. Plant 
No. 1 for many years and who retired in 1928, had been in good health. He 
suffered a stroke at the dinner table on Friday and he sank rapidly. 
Born in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada, on September 12, 1856, a son of the 
late Alexander and Margaret Daigle? Simono, he came to this city in his 
early youth. On May 8, 1876 he was married to Miss Eliza Niquette of this 
city who preceded him in death two years ago.
Prior to his employment in the Aluminum Goods company here, Mr. Simono held 
the position of Millwright in the Murray Manufacturing company plant in 
Wausau.
Surviving Mr. Simono are five daughters, Mrs. Ervine Scheurell of Manitowoc, 
Sister M. Clotilda of Marquette, Michigan, Mrs. Jack Kumbalek of Bunnell, 
Florida, Mrs. Peter Goeler of Spencer, Wis., and Mrs. Nagel LaChappelle of 
this city, and two sons, Ben of Green Bay and Frank Simono of this city. He 
also leaves a sister, Mrs. John DeLille of this city, 21 grandchildren and 
six great grandchildren.
For many years Mr. Simono was affiliated with the Holy Name society of St. 
Luke's church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 24, 1936  P. 9 
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Mr. Sesse Simono(sic) and Mrs. LaChapelle were married Saturday morning at the 
Catholic Church at Denmark. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Father Ahearn. 
Mr. Simono, who is 71 years of age is a millwright at Plant No. 1 of the Aluminum 
Goods Manufacturing Company. Mrs. Simono, who is 72 years of age is the mother of 
Mr. Simono's daughter's husband. The couple will reside on Madison Street.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 16, 1926


MARGUERETE SIMONO

Mrs. Simeno, an old resident of this city sustained a fatal stroke of paralysis last
Friday which resulted in her death on Sunday. She was quite old and feeble. She 
leaves a husband and several grown children.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., May 28, 1895   
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Simeno - At her home in this city on Sunday, May 26, 1895, Margueriite, wife 
of Alexander Simeno in the 78th year of her existence. Deceased was born in 
Canada on the 26th day of Oct., 1817. She came with her family to reside in 
Two Rivers 27 years ago. She was a woman of deep piety and she was a  most 
devoted wife and a fond mother. How valuable was her example and training may 
be seen in the exemplary lives of her five sons and two daughters whom she has left 
to mourn her. Her aged husband and companion also still lives to mourn her departure.  
She was buried on Tuesday last from St. Luke's Catholic church. 
Manitowoc County Chronicle - June 4, 1895
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Mr. Jesse Simeno of Coleman was called here last week by the death of his mother 
which was announced in last Tuesdays paper.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - June 4, 1895
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*Note: She was placed here because husband and children are here.


ROGER SIMINO  

Roger, aged 6 months, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Simino, 1702 23rd St., died at 
Holy Family Hospital Monday and the funeral was held from St. Luke's Church.
The Reporter, Thurs., Sept. 1, 1921


ELIAS SINCOULAR

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sincoular of this city lost their little two year old 
son last week, he having died of brain fever. The funeral took place 
from the Catholic Church last Tuesday afternoon.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Mar. 9, 1897


FRANK SINCOULAR

A solemn requiem high mass will be held at 10 o'clock Tuesday morning at the 
St. Luke Catholic church, Two Rivers, for Frank Sincoular, 87, who died 
Saturday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Ted Van Den Heuvel, route 2, 
Seymour.
Mr. and Mrs. Sincoular had lived in Two Rivers at 1313 23rd street for many 
years before they moved to Seymour to make their home with their daughter. 
The son of Wencil and Anna Hoffman Sincoular, the deceased was born in 1864, 
in Austria and came to the Untied States with his family when he was four 
years old, settling in Two Rivers. 
He married Stella Cloudy in Tisch Mills in 1894. While the couple lived in 
Two Rivers, Mr. Sincoular was employed for 24 years at the Aluminum Goods 
company before retiring a number of years ago. He is a member of the Catholic 
Knights.
In addition to his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Van Den Heuvel and Mrs. Roman 
Kobrieger of Milwaukee, six grandchildren and three great grandchildren survive. 
Also surviving are a brother, Edward Sincoular of Milwaukee and a sister, Mrs. 
Frank Bartel, town of Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home in Two Rivers and 
burial will be in the Calvary cemetery. The rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. 
Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 2, 1951  P.2


STELLA SINCOULAR

Mrs. Frank Sincular(sic), 93, formerly of 1023-23rd St., Two Rivers, died 
early Friday morning at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and 
Mrs. Theodore Vanden Hauvel, Rt. 2, Seymour.
Funeral services will be at 8 a.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. H.J. Schmitz will officiate and burial will be in 
Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Sincular was born Stella Cloudy at Tisch Mills in 1869 and April 3, 1894, 
was married to Frank Sincular at Tisch Mills. The couple moved to Two Rivers 
more than 50 years ago. He died March 31, 1951,
Surviving include two daughters, Mrs. Vanden Heuvel of Seymour and Mrs. Roman 
Kobriger of Milwaukee; six grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.
Friends may call after 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home where the Rosary 
will be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Feburary 12, 1960 P. 13
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Funeral services for Mrs. Frank Sincular, 93, formerly of 1313-23rd St., Two 
Rivers, who died Friday at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Theodore Vanden Heuvel 
at Rt. 2, Seymour, will be at 8 a.m. Monday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, and at 8:30 a.m. with a solemn requiem high Mass at St. Luke Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 13,1960 P. 9


ANN SINKLER

Mrs. Ann Sinkler, 59, died suddenly at 10:45 p.m. Tuesday evening at the home 
of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Kronzer in Two Rivers. 
Although she had been in ill health for the past three years, her death was 
unexpected as she had been up and about during the day.
Funeral services will be  held in Two Rivers Friday morning, at 8:30 o'clock 
from the Beduhn funeral home and at 9 o'clock from St. Luke's Catholic church 
with the Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in Calvary 
cemetery in Two Rivers.
Mrs. Sinkler, nee Ann Martha Harris, was born in Norris, Marathon county, on 
Feb. 4, 1884. On Oct. 20, 1908 she married Frank Sinkler and the couple lived 
first in Milwaukee and then in Green Bay. Following the death of Mr. Sinkler 
24 years ago the family moved to Two Rivers.
Survivors are a son, Ambrose of Glenn Ellyn, Ill., two daughters, Miss 
Elizabeth of Chicago and Mrs. Bernard Kronzer of Two Rivers; mother, Mrs. 
Elizabeth Harris of Two Rivers who will be 95 years of age next February; 
a sister, Mrs. Joseph Kimmes of Two Rivers; two brothers, Sam Harris of 
Mattoon and Matt of Chicago; and four grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from this evening to the time 
of services and the rosary will be recited there at 7:45 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, December 8, 1943 P. 2
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[Anna Martha Sinkler]


ELIZABETH SINKLER

Elizabeth Sinkler, 67, of 2415 Adams St., Two Rivers, died Sunday, Jan. 6, at 
Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel 
and 1 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt 
will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Miss Sinkler was born June 3, 1912, at Casco, Wis., daughter of the late Frank 
and Anna Harris Sinkler. When she was a child, the family moved to Two Rivers. 
She attended St. Luke Parochial School and Two Rivers High School. For many years 
she was employed as a nurse in the Chicago area and later worked for Reliance 
Typesetting company in Chicago, retiring in 1973.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Bernard Kronzer of Two Rivers; a sister-in-law, 
Salome Sinkler of Two Rivers; several nieces and nephews, and two very good 
friends, Charles and Ethel Hodson.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday 
where a memorial service will be held at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, January 7, 1980 P.3
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[bur. 01-09-1980/age 67 yrs.]
(30 Jun 1912/Jan 1980/SSDI)


FRANCIS A. SINKLER

Francis Sinkler, 48, a former resident of Two Rivers and brother of Mrs. 
Bernard Kronzer of 2415 Adams St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly of a heart 
attack at Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Sunday, where he had been employed in 
industrial engineering work with a Canadian industrial firm since September.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete, but services and burial will be in Two 
Rivers. Arrangements are in charge of Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Sinkler was born at Casco, Kewaunee County, June 14, 1911, a son of the 
late Frank and Anna Harris Sinkler. He was brought to Two Rivers by the 
family after his father died at Casco 40 years ago. He attended St. Luke 
Parochial School, Two Rivers, and completed four years of study at St. 
Lawrence College, Mt. Calvary, Wis. For several years he was employed in 
the cost department at Hamilton Mfg. Co. in Two Rivers where in 1936 he 
married the former Salome Ziarnik of Two Rivers. After 11 years in Chicago 
the family moved to Mayville, Wis., 10 years ago where Mr. Sinkler became 
employed by Maysteel Products Co. until last September when he and a son, 
(Private), went to Montreal. The family had planned to settle in Montreal at 
the close of the school term.
Besides his wife and the sister he leaves three daughters of Mayville; another 
son (Private); and another sister, Miss Elizabeth Sinkler of Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 27, 1959 P.13


SALOME J. SINKLER

Mrs. Salome J. Sinkler, 78, of 211 North St., Plymouth, passed away Saturday 
morning, June 20, 1992, at Sunnyridge Nursing Home in Sheboygan, where she had 
been a patient for the past two weeks.
She was born June 12, 1914, in Two Rivers, Wis. She was the daughter of the 
late Walter and Helen Gatzka Ziarnik. She attended Sacred Heart Parochial School 
and graduated from Two Rivers High School in 1931. She then attended the Cradle 
Nursing School in Evanston,Ill. She worked as a private nurse in the Chicago 
area until her marriage to Francis Sinkler in June of 1935. The couple lived in 
the Chicago area until 1947 when they moved to Mayville, Wis. Her husband 
preceded her in death in 1959. She then returned to Two Rivers where she cared 
for her father until 1981. She then moved to Plymouth in 1981.
She was a member of St. John The Baptist Catholic Church in Plymouth, and was 
a member of the Christian Mothers Society and the Daughters of Isabella.
Survivors include two sons, Paul (Mary Ann) Sinkler, Gregory (Maureen) Sinkler, 
both of Green Bay; three daughters, Helen (Carlos) Rodriguez of Melrose Park, 
Ill., Kathryn (Raymond) Kronforst of Del Ray Beach, Fla., Susan (Thomas) Hebel 
of Town of Plymouth; 10 grandchildren; two brothers, Joseph Ziarnik, Rosemont, 
Ill., Walter Jr. (Frances) Ziarnek, Titusville, Fla.
A funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, June 24, 1992, at 10:00 a.m. at St. John 
The Baptist Catholic Church in Plymouth, preceded by family rites at the 
Wittkopp Funeral Home in Plymouth at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Wayne Bittner, pastor 
will be the celebrant. Burial will be in the Pioneer Cemetery(sic) in Two 
Rivers.
Friends may call at the Wittkopp Funeral Home in Plymouth from 3:00 p.m. on 
Tuesday, June 23, 1992, until 8:00 p.m., and on Wednesday until the hour of 
service. A parish vigil will be held at the Funeral Home at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday 
evening. A memorial fund is being established in Mrs. Sinkler's name for the 
American Cancer Society and St. John The Baptist School Endowment Fund.
Herald Times Reporter, June 22, 1992 P. A2
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(12 Jun 1914/20 Jun 1992/SSDI)


MARY SIROTEK

Mary L. Sirotek, age 92, of 4606 Mishicot Road, Two Rivers, 
formerly of 1516 23rd St., Two Rivers, died Thursday morning, 
Jan. 25, 2007, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. 
Mary was born April 28, 1914 in Kewaunee County, daughter of 
the late Frank and Eva (Brusky) Schemenkowski. On June 28, 
1947, she married George Sirotek in Chicago, Ill. He preceded 
her in death on April 11, 1979. Mary and her husband lived in 
Chicago until moving to Two Rivers in 1979. 
Survivors include a sister-in-law, Henrietta Schemenkowski, 
Kewaunee; several nieces and nephews, including Esther (Vernon) 
Skubal, Kewaunee; Carol (Roger) Kadow, Mishicot; Richard 
(Georgiana) Melanson, Utah; Joanne Eggers, Two Rivers; Ted 
(JoAnn) Melanson, Two Rivers; Kathy (Allen) Beranek, Mishicot; 
Mary Ann (Ray) Dufano, Green Bay; Lucy (Lee) Duval, Two Rivers; 
Evie (Karl) Prien, Bonduel; Alice Whedon, New Jersey; Ray 
(Cathy) Janosky, Kewaunee; Sandra (Bob) Estes, Arkansas; Jean 
(John) Keefe, Omaha, Neb.; Marlene Seidl, Kewaunee; Ronald 
(Ann) Swagel, Florida; Carl (Sandy) Swagel, Kewaunee; Orville 
(Bonnie) Swagel, Green Bay; Laurie (Roy) Kocken, Green Bay; 
Joey (Kathy) Schemenkowski, Kewaunee; Robert Schemenkowski, 
Manitowoc; Nancy (Dick) Neveau, Kewaunee.
Mary was preceded in death by four sisters and two brothers: 
Josie Melanson; Tillie Burbey; Anna Janosky; Helen Swagel; 
Louis and Stanley Schemenkowski. 
According to Mary's wishes, there will be no services. Burial 
of the cremated remains will be at Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two 
Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 26, 2007 


CONSTANCE TANSY SKORCH

Mrs. John Skorch, 76, of 1404 22nd street, Two Rivers, died this morning at 
the Municipal hospital there.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Beduhn funeral 
home, Two Rivers, and at 9 o'clock at the Sacred Heart Catholic church. Burial 
will be in Calvary cemetery, Two Rivers. 
She was born in Two Rivers in 1873, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Budnik 
and in 1891 was married to Mr. Skorch. He died 31 years ago.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. John Mezera, with whom she lived and Mrs. 
Arthur Benzinger, also of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Joseph Colanchick, 
Mrs. Paul Borusky and Mrs. Julia Elliott, all of Two Rivers; four grandchildren 
and two great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Thursday where the 
rosary will be recited at 8 o'clock Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 23, 1949  P.2
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(From the 1910 Two Rivers census:
John Skorch age 40; Constance age 37; Alice age 11; Margarett age 4/12)
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(She is Constance Tansy Skorch on the cemetery record.)


JOHN SKORCH    (1897)

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 29 Nov.)
Death last week of a 1-yr. old child of John Scorch(sic) with the funeral 
on Friday.
Der Nord Westen, 09 Dec. 1897
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John Skorch
Wisconsin Death Index
Name	 John Skorch
Event Type	Death
Event Date	02 Dec 1897
Event Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Page	0270
"Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907"
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John Skorch
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials
Name	John Skorch
Gender	Male
Burial Place	Two Rivers
Death Date	02 Dec 1898
Death Place	Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age	1
Birth Date	1897
Birthplace	Two Rivers
Race	 White
Marital Status	Single
Father's Name	John Skorch
Father's Birthplace	Wisconsin
Mother's Name	Budink
Mother's Birthplace	Wisconsin
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968"
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John Skorch
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name	 John Skorch
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1897
Event Place	Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Two Rivers, Wis.
Gender	Male
Age	1
Marital Status	Single
Race	 W
Birth Year (Estimated)	1896
Birthplace	Two Rivers,
Burial Place	Two Rivers, Man., Wis.
Cemetery	Catholic Cemetery
Father's Name	John Skorch
Father's Birthplace	Wisconsin
Mother's Name	Budink Skorch
Mother's Birthplace	Wisconsin
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907"


JOHN SKORCH    (d. 1919)

John Skorch, aged 49, died on Wednesday at his home in this city. 
He had suffered years with rupture and it was found necessary for 
him to be operated upon. He is survived by his wife and two daughters, 
Alice and Margaret. The funeral was held from Sacred Heart church on 
Saturday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 17, 1919


PETER SKORCH

Peter Skench  (sic)
birth:  Two Rivers, Wisconsin
death: 28 December 1894 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers,
father: John
mother: Constance
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


LEONA K. SLABY

Mrs. Peter (Leona K.) Slaby of 1308-21st St., Two Rivers, died Thursday evening, 
Dec. 9, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Slaby, the former Leona Schroeder, was born Sept. 11, 1905, at Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late William and Anna Reinert Schroeder. She was married to Peter 
Slaby Oct. 26, 1926, at St. Luke Church, Two Rivers. She was a member of the 
Ladies of St. Luke.
Survivors include her husband, a son and daughter-in-law, Allan and Nancy Slaby 
of Two Rivers; a daughter and son-in-law, Carole and John Wiedenback of Madison, 
eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Two brothers preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 
o'clock this Friday afternoon. A memorial service will be at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, December 10, 1982 P. 3

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The marriage of Miss Leona K. Schroeder, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Schroeder, 2116 Washington Street and Peter M. Slaby Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Slaby Sr. of Tisch Mills took place at St. Luke's church Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock, Rev. C.V. Hugo officiating. About a hundred guests were entertained at the home of the bride after the ceremony at dinner and supper.
The bride was attended by Miss Leona Zimmer of Manitowoc as maid of honor and the Misses Mary Slaby and Elizabeth Kries of Manitowoc as bridesmaids. John Steinbrecher and Albert Reinert of Manitowoc attended the groom while little Dorothy May Schroeder was flower girl.
Mr. and Mrs. Slaby left last evening on a week's wedding trip north and will return to make their home with the bride's parents. Mr. Slaby is employed at the Aluminum goods. Out of town guests at the wedding were Mr. and Mrs. R.J. Schroeder of Milwaukee, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Dier of Manitowoc, Mrs. Joseph Reinert of Manitowoc and Miss Dorothy May Schroeder of Milwaukee. 
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Oct. 29, 1926 

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(11 Sep 1905/Dec 1982/SSDI)


PETER SLABY

Peter M. Slaby, 83, a resident of North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc, died 
Friday, May 29, 1987 at North Ridge Care Center. Funeral services will be 
10 am Monday at St. Luke Catholic church, Two Rivers. Rev. Peter Schroeder 
will officiate with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Slaby was born March 24, 1904 at Tisch Mills, son of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. Peter Slaby. He married the former Leona Schroeder on October 26, 1926 
at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two rivers. She preceded him in death December 9, 
1982. Mr. Slaby was a plumber for many years working for various local plumbing 
contractors after which he worked at Paragon for 12 years, retiring some 18 
years ago.
Survivors include a son and a daughter-in-law, Allan and Nancy Slaby of Two 
Rivers; a daughter and a son-in-law, Carol and John Wiedenbeck of Madison; 
eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren also survive. He was preceded 
in death by three brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers from 5 pm 
to 8 pm this Sunday. Parish Memorial Service will be held at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., May 31, 1987 page 18

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The marriage of Miss Leona K. Schroeder, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Schroeder, 2116 Washington Street and Peter M. Slaby Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Slaby Sr. of Tisch Mills took place at St. Luke's church Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock, Rev. C.V. Hugo officiating. About a hundred guests were entertained at the home of the bride after the ceremony at dinner and supper.
The bride was attended by Miss Leona Zimmer of Manitowoc as maid of honor and the Misses Mary Slaby and Elizabeth Kries of Manitowoc as bridesmaids. John Steinbrecher and Albert Reinert of Manitowoc attended the groom while little Dorothy May Schroeder was flower girl.
Mr. and Mrs. Slaby left last evening on a week's wedding trip north and will return to make their home with the bride's parents. Mr. Slaby is employed at the Aluminum goods. Out of town guests at the wedding were Mr. and Mrs. R.J. Schroeder of Milwaukee, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Dier of Manitowoc, Mrs. Joseph Reinert of Manitowoc and Miss Dorothy May Schroeder of Milwaukee. 
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Oct. 29, 1926 

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(24 Mar 1904/May 1987/SSDI)


BESSIE SMITH

Bessie A. Smith, 80, of 2401 Polk St., Two Rivers, died Thursday, Nov. 1, at 
Two Rivers Community Hospital. She has donated her body to Medical College of 
Wisconsin in Milwaukee.
A time for the memorial service will be announced at a later date.
Bessie Smith, was born Dec. 8, 1903, in Shawano County, daughter of the late 
Harry and Margaret O'Leary Smith. She was a Registered Nurse having studied at 
Cook County Hospital in Chicago. She had been in Hospital Nursing in Oconto 
Falls for some time and was an Industrial Nurse at Mirro Company in Two Rivers, 
until her retirement about 15 years ago. She was a member of St. Luke Catholic 
Church, Daughters of Isabella and Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary.
Survivors include a sister-in-law, Mrs. Nora Manthey of Manitowoc; a nephew, 
Ralph and Angela Smith of North Lake, Ill., great nieces and nephews. She was 
preceded in death by four brothers, a sister and a niece, Janet Dimmer.
Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is in charge of funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 2, 1984 P. 3
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(08 Dec 1903/Nov 1984/SSDI)


NORA SMITH MANTHEY 

Nora Manthey, age 98, formerly of 1523 16th Street, Two Rivers, died Saturday 
morning, March 8, 2003 at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers. Funeral services 
will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at St. Peter the Fisherman 
Parish - St. Luke Site, Two Rivers. Presiding at the Mass of Christian Burial 
will be Rev. William O'Brien with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Nora was born April 2, 1904 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Charles L. and 
Harriett LaFond Gauthier. On September 9, 1924 she married Roger Smith in Two 
Rivers. Roger preceded her in death on August 28, 1941. She then married Milosh 
Nespar on June 28, 1944 in Manitowoc. Milosh preceded her in death on November 22, 
1957. Nora then married Jules Manthey on November 21, 1961 in Green Bay. Jules 
preceded her in death on August 5, 1976. Nora was employed with Homecare Services 
for 15 years until her retirement. She was a member of Two Rivers Historical 
Society and the French-Canadian Organization and Friends of Rogers Street Fishing 
Village, where she was the oldest active volunteer. Nora was also the oldest 
active volunteer at the St. Luke Convent Museum. She was a member of St. Peter 
the Fisherman Parish Community.
Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Angela Smith, Oak Brook, Ill.; eight 
grandchildren: Sherri Strand and her husband, Joseph, Green Bay, Sandra Allen, 
Bonduel, Steven Dimmer and wife, Pam, Green Bay; Roger Smith and wife, Ann, 
Western Springs, IL.; Robert Smith and wife, Diana, Bensenville, IL; Gloria 
Oulton, Canada; Richard Smith and his wife, Maria, Downers Grove, IL; Sylvia 
Sanders, Canada and 20 great grandchildren. Further survived by great grandchildren, 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was also preceded in death 
by daughter, Janet on December 20, 1974 and son, Ralph on March 7, 1999; ten 
brothers and sisters.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 to 8 pm on Monday, March 10, 
2003 at the Klein & Stangel Funeral & Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers, where 
a prayer service will be held at 7 pm led by Rev. William O'Brien. The visitation 
will continue on Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at St. Peter the Fisherman parish- St. 
Luke Site, Two Rivers from 10 am until the time of Mass at 11:00 pm. In lieu of 
flowers memorials may be made to the French Canadian Organization, Friends of 
the Roger Street Fishing Village or the Two Rivers Historical Society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 9, 2003
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Marriage of Roger/Nora Smith
Roger A. Smith, 1718 Nineteenth St., and Miss Nora Gauthier, 1004 Twenty-First 
Street, took the marriage vows before the altar of St. Luke's Church Tuesday 
morning. Rev. Father Little performed the ceremony. Miss Leona Gauthier and Leo 
Gauthier were the attending couple.  Following the ceremony a wedding breakfast 
was served at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Gauthier, 
1718 19th St., and a reception was held. Later Mr. and Mrs. Smith left on a 
wedding trip to Milwaukee and Chicago.  They will live at 1718 Emmet Street and 
will be at home after Sept. 15. Mr. Smith is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry B. Smith 
of Oconto Falls. He is an employee of the Eggers Veneer Seating Co. Mr. and Mrs. 
H. B. Smith were here from Oconto Falls to attend the wedding.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 12, 1924


ROGER A. SMITH

Roger A. Smith, 43, of Two Rivers, a draftsman employed by the Hamilton 
Manufacturing company, died at 9:45 o'clock this morning, a few minutes 
after suffering a heart attack while at work.
Mr. Smith was a native of Oconto Falls, Wis., where his mother, Mrs. Nell 
Smith, and sister, Miss Bessie Smith, now reside. Besides his widow he 
leaves two children, Ralph, 16, and Janet, 9, his mother and sister, and 
one brother, Neil of West Virginia. Mrs. Smith was the former Nora Gauthier 
of Two Rivers. They were married Sept. 9, 1925.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 29, 1941  P.2
**
Funeral services for Roger A. Smith, 43, who died Friday morning shortly 
after suffering a heart attack while at work at the Hamilton drafting room 
at Two Rivers, will be held Tuesday morning. 
Short services will be held from the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home at 
8:30 o'clock with services from St. Luke's Catholic church following at 9 
o'clock. The Very Rev. Dean C. V. Hugo will officiate and interment will be 
in Calvary cemetery.
The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 8 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 30, 1941  P.11
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Marriage of Roger/Nora Smith
Roger A. Smith, 1718 Nineteenth St., and Miss Nora Gauthier, 1004 Twenty-First 
Street, took the marriage vows before the altar of St. Luke's Church Tuesday 
morning. Rev. Father Little performed the ceremony. Miss Leona Gauthier and Leo 
Gauthier were the attending couple.  Following the ceremony a wedding breakfast 
was served at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Gauthier, 
1718 19th St., and a reception was held. Later Mr. and Mrs. Smith left on a 
wedding trip to Milwaukee and Chicago.  They will live at 1718 Emmet Street and 
will be at home after Sept. 15. Mr. Smith is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry B. Smith 
of Oconto Falls. He is an employee of the Eggers Veneer Seating Co. Mr. and Mrs. 
H. B. Smith were here from Oconto Falls to attend the wedding.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 12, 1924


ROMAN SMOGORZEWSKI

Mrs. And Mrs. Joseph Smongeski(sic) are mourning the death of their little son, 
Roman, who died Saturday morning. The little fellow put up a wonderful fight 
against pneumonia, but he succumbed at least. He was nine months old. The 
funeral took place from the Sacred Heart church this morning.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 17, 1921  P.8 


(ANNA) MOTHER SMONGESKI  

Death Saturday in Two Rivers of Mrs. Bartel Smangeski(sic) from a stroke. 
The deceased was born 25 July 1849 in Germany and came to America in 1870. 
She is survived by her husband and 2 sons. The funeral was conducted Tuesday 
morning.
Der Nord Westen, 08 Oct. 1908
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Last Saturday evening, death summoned Mrs. Bartel Smongeski, age 59 years. 
Born in Germany on July 25, 1849, she migrated to this country in 1870, 
settling in Newton, residing there for a few years at which place she was 
married to Bartel Smongeski, immediately thereafter removing to this city 
and residing here ever since. Her death was due to apoplexy, brought relief 
after intense suffering. She is survived by her husband and two sons to 
mourn her untimely death. Her sons, Alderman George Smongeski and John 
Smongeski, proprietor of the Palace Buffet. A devoted Christian has passed 
away, a kind mother and a true friend and many friends extend the sincerest 
sympathy. The funeral was held from St. Luke's Church Tuesday morning.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 10, 1908
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(1880 Two Rivers city census:
Barthel Smokerofky(sic) age 34; wife Anna 31; John 8; Stanislause 4)
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(1900 Two Rivers census 5th ward:
Bartel Smongesky age 52; wife Anna 49)


(BARTEL) FATHER SMONGESKI

Notes from Two Rivers:
Bartel John Smongesky, aged 70, who was born in Prussia, died at his home in 
this city last Friday after an illness of five months. His death was caused by 
bronchitis. He is survived by two sons, John and George. For 25 years, the 
deceased was employed by the Hamilton Manufacturing Corp. The funeral was held 
from St. Luke's church Monday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 31, 1917
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Bartel John Smongeski passed away at his home on Jefferson Street Friday last 
at the age of 70 years. He was a factory employee here for the past forty years 
being at first employed at the chair factor and later at the Hamilton factory 
where he worked until the close of last year when his health began to fail. He 
was a frugal and industrious citizen. Deceased is survived by two sons, George 
and John of this city. The funeral was held Monday morning from St. Luke's 
church.
The Reporter, Fri., June 1, 1917
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(1880 Two Rivers city census:
Barthel Smokerofky(sic) age 34; wife Anna 31; John 8; Stanislause 4)
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(1900 Two Rivers census 5th ward:
Bartel Smongesky age 52; wife Anna 49)


EVA SMONGESKI

Mrs. Joseph Smongeski, 68, of 2220 Jefferson Street, Two Rivers, died last night 
at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, following a three weeks illness. Funeral 
services will be held at 9 am Tuesday at the Sacred Heart Church in Two Rivers, 
with interment in Calvary Cemetery there. Born Eva Borusky in the Town of Two 
Rivers in 1878, she was married to Mr. Smongeski in 1898. They located in Two 
Rivers.
She leaves three sons, Paul of South Milwaukee, Joseph of North Quincy, Mass., 
and Leon of Two Rivers; five daughters Mrs. Joseph LeClair and Mrs. Richard Horn 
of Two Rivers, Mrs. Alfred Boroske of Elmwood Park, Ill., Mrs. Clarence Hart of 
Racine and Mrs. Milton Brievogel of Los Angeles, Calif.; 15 grandchildren and one 
great grandchild.
A brother, Frank Borosky and a sister, Mrs. John Ruminsky, both or Two Rivers, 
also survive.
The body may be viewed after 5 pm Sunday at the Beduhn Funeral Home where the 
rosary will be recited at 8 pm Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Dec. 7, 1946 page 12


GENEVIEVE SMONGESKI

Two Rivers-MISS GENEVIEVE SMONGESKI, 25, DIES TODAY AT HOSPITAL
Miss Genevieve Smongeski, aged 25 years, formerly employed at the Goods plant 
here, but who has been employed at Milwaukee, passed away this morning at the 
hospital at Manitowoc. She returned to the home of her parents here last fall 
in failing health. Funeral arrangements have not been completed. She was a 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smongeski, Twenty-third street and is also 
survived by two sisters. 
Manitowoc Herald News, March 31, 1930  P.17 


GEORGE SMONGESKI

Funeral services for George Smongeski, 65, six times a councilman in Two Rivers and 
a retired Hamilton Manufacturing company foreman, who died Saturday after an illness 
of almost a year, will be held Tuesday morning.
Short services will be held from the Beduhn funeral home at 8:30 o'clock followed by 
services at St. Luke's Catholic church at 9 o'clock. The Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo will 
officiate and interment will be in Calvary cemetery. The rosary will be recited at the 
funeral home at 7:45 o'clock tonight.
Mr. Smongeski served 12 years on the Two Rivers city council, starting in 1910. 
Between 1910 and 1925 when the city manager form went into effect he served 
ten years, six years when the late Conrad Baetz was mayor and four when the 
late Dr. J.R. Currens was mayor. From 1925 to 1938 he did not seek office but in 
1938 he threw his hat into the ring and was named to a two year term.
Before his last term ended this April he was taken ill and as a result he did not seek 
re-election. During his last term he served as a council member of the hospital board. 
During his earlier years on the council he sponsored the semi-annual clean-up days 
which ultimately resulted in the weekly collection of garbage in the city.
For 45 years Mr. Smongeski was employed at the Hamilton plant and most of those 
years he was foreman of the paint and finishing department. He retired from the 
employ of the firm in 1938 shortly before deciding to run for councilman again.
On June 23, 1896 Mr. Smongeski married Miss Veronica Lassek at Eau Claire. 
Mrs. Smongeski died three years ago Dec. 11 and since that time Mr. Smongeski 
made his home with his daughter. Mrs. Reuben Plantico, 1514 26th street, Two Rivers.
Survivors, besides the daughter, are a brother, John, of Two Rivers and two grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home until the hour of the services Tuesday.
Mr. Smongeski was a member of the Knights of Columbus and of the Holy Name 
Society of St. Luke's church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wis., Monday, December 16, 1940 pg. 10


JOHN P. SMONGESKI

John P. Smongeski, 77, of 1318 22nd street, Two Rivers, died Wednesday afternoon 
at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital. 
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at the St. Luke church, Two 
Rivers, with burial in Calvary cemetery there.
He was born in Two Rivers in 1872 and in 1899 married Miss Mathilda Louiser. 
He was a finisher at the Hamilton company plant in Two Rivers except for two 
years in World War I when he was employed at the shipyards in this city.
Mr. Smongeski was active in musical circles in Two Rivers and was a trumpeter 
in several bands between 1890 and 1929. He was a member of the Holy Name 
society.
Survivors include the wife, Mathilda; four daughters, Mrs. Ewald Schultz and 
Mrs. Ray Monk, both of Two Rivers, Mrs. Lester Wuellner of Traverse City, Mich., 
and Mrs. Howard Doherty of Appleton; a son, John of Two Rivers; and five 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, where 
the rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 30, 1950  P.2
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News article:
ARRIVES HOME FROM "THE LAST GREAT FRONTIER"
John Smongeski Arrives Home From the Alaskan Wilds
Out from his lonely cabin in the Alaskan hills with a heavy pack on his back, 
came John Smongeski just two weeks ago last Sunday, in the very early dawn of 
the Alaskan June days. He set out on a "long, long, trail, a winding to the land 
of his dreams", Two Rivers, the old hometown. The long, long trail led him a 
distance of 122 miles on foot to the nearest railroad station, Fairview, Alaska. 
From Fairview he reached the coast by train in two days, a steamer landed him in 
Seattle six days later and after three days more, on a train, he arrived at his 
home here where his aged mother, Mrs. Catherin Smongeski, 2015 Jackson Street and 
other relatives were glad indeed to greet him after over 4 years' absence.
Mr. Smongeski spent two years in the Alaskan wilds, his nearest neighbor being 35 
or 40 miles away. he was stationed as an operator at a government telegraph 
station.
It was a lonesome life, particularly in the winter months, when the daylight 
averages only about four hours a day. Mr. Smongeski has many interesting pictures, 
snap shots, which he took. These pictures includes wild animals and landscape 
views. One is of a large silver tip grizzly bear which one of his companions shot 
during a hunt. The animal weighed 800 lbs. There are pictures of caribou and 
mountain sheep. Mr. Smongeski often saw thousands upon thousands of caribou 
passing in the valley below him. He shot game for fresh meat. He also shot several 
grizzlies which are the only dangerous bears in the country, the black bear being 
harmless. During his journey on foot when he "mushed" over one hundred miles, he 
spent the night in relief cabins along the trail. These cabins are kept by trappers, 
hunters and others and have utensils and a bed and even some provisions. Smongeski 
"mushed" the 122 miles in four days he says and arrived at Fairview with blistered 
feet and somewhat fatigued.
Alaska, says Mr. Smongeski, "the last frontier", is a great land of promise. It has 
abundance of coal deposits, copper, gold and other metals, boundless forests and 
great agricultural possibilities. From May to August, sunlight averages 20 hours 
so while the summers are short in days, the days are twice as long and they have 
at least as much sunshine as here and the crops do well. Alaska has an area of over 
600,000 square miles and in the words of the young man, who has just arrived from 
the heart of that "country", it has hardly been scratched as yet. A great future 
is predicted for their country.  
Mr. Smongeski's picutres show that the railroad stations and all of the buildings 
are erected from logs just like in frontier days in this country. While the dog 
teams and snowshoes are the only means of travel in winter, Mr. Smongeski states 
that he has chased caribou in an automobile until quite close up. Mr. Smongeski 
went to Alaska from Utah where he was for two years. He has not decided whether 
he will return to the great northland or not.
The Reporter, Fri., June 22, 1923


JOSEPH J. SMONGESKI

Joseph J. Smongeski, 67, life long resident of Two Rivers, died at his home 
there, 2220 Jefferson street, Tuesday afternoon.
Apparently in good health, Mr. Smongeski went to work Tuesday morning in the 
steel plant of the Hamilton Manufacturing company. He complained of feeling 
ill about ten o'clock and was taken to his home.
Funeral services will be held from the C. J. Jansky funeral home at 9:30 
Saturday morning and from the Sacred Heart Catholic church at 10 o'clock. The 
Rev. Joseph Gabryszek will officiate and burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home this evening and until the time of 
the services.
Joseph Smongeski was born in Two Rivers July 14, 1875 the son of the late Mr. 
and Mrs. Lawrence Smongeski. When a young man he took employment in the old 
saw mill operated by the Mann brothers. He advanced rapidly there and soon 
became foreman. When the old pail factory took over Mann Bros. shortly after 
the turn of the century, Mr. Smongeski continued with the new firm until it 
closed in the early 20's. On February 15, 1926 Mr. Smongeski entered the 
employ of the Hamilton Manufacturing company where he worked until becoming 
ill yesterday.
He married Eva Borusky in 1898 who survives with five daughters, three sons, 
13 grandchildren and four brothers. The daughters are Mrs. Joseph LeClair. 
Two Rivers route 2; Mrs. Alfred Broske, Chicago; Mrs. Clarence Hart, Racine; 
Mrs. Milton Breivogel, Los Angeles; and Mrs. Richard Horn of Two Rivers, Paul 
of South Milwaukee, Joseph of New York City, and Pvt. Leon Smongeski, England, 
are the surviving sons. Brothers surviving are Frank of Two Rivers, Anon of 
Stevens Point, Peter of Neenah and John, a staff sergeant at Presedio, 
California.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Dec. 23, 1942  P.2


MATHILDA SMONGESKI

Mrs. Mathilda Smongeski, 94, of 1318-22nd St., Two Rivers, a member of a 
family in the original French migration to an area in the Town of Gibson, 
died Saturday morning at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Smongeski, nee Mathilda Lousier, was born in the Town of Gibson March 
9, 1888, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Ann Cretton Lousier. She was 
married at Two Rivers June 14, 1899, to John Smongeski. He preceded her in 
death in 1950. She was a charter member of St. Luke Altar Society.
Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Ewald (Hortense) Schultz, Mrs. Jeannette 
Doherty and Mrs. Raymond (Elaine) Monk, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Lester (Vivian) 
Wuellner, of Port Huron, Mich.; a son, John of Two Rivers; six grandchildren 
and 17 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
3 o'clock this Monday afternoon where memorial services will be at 
8 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. February 26, 1973
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(b. 9 Mar. 1878/d. Feb. 1973/SSDI)


VERONICA SMONGESKI

Never regaining her health after a stroke which she suffered in November 1936, 
Mrs. Veronica Smongeski, wife of George Smongeski, former president of the Two 
Rivers city council died at the Municipal hospital at Two Rivers Saturday night. 
She would have been 62 years old on Christmas day.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 8:30 from the Beduhn funeral 
home and at 9 o'clock in St. Luke's Catholic church, the Very Rev. Dean C. V. 
Hugo officiating. Interment will be at Calvary cemetery. The body will lie in 
state at the Beduhn funeral home until the hour of services.
Mrs. Smongeski was born in Two Rivers December 25, 18785, a daughter of the 
late Peter and Anna Schroeder Lassek who immigrated to this city from Germany. 
Residing here a year and a half the family moved to Eau Claire, Wis. On June 26, 
1897 she was married to George Smongeski of Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Smongeski was best known for her activity in the St. Luke's Ladies' Aid 
society.
Besides her husband and daughter Mrs. Reuben Plantico, Mrs. Smongeski leaves 
four sisters, three brothers, and two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 13, 1937  P.11


VINCENT SMONGESKI

VINCENT SMONGESKI DIES, AGE 65 
Funeral Rites Will BE Held On Wednesday Morning 
A resident of Two Rivers for more than 60 years, Vincent Smongeski, 65, died 
at the home of his sister, Mrs. Anton Bonk, Jefferson and 21st streets, at 
three o'clock this morning. Death was due to a heart stroke.
Funeral services will be held from Sacred Heart Catholic church at 8:30 o'clock 
Wednesday morning with the Rev. Father Peter Borowski officiating. Interment 
will be at Calvary cemetery. The remains are at the C. J. Jansky funeral home.
Mr. Smongeski immigrated to this country and to this city from Poland with his 
parents when he was five years old, and had been a resident of the city since. 
He leaves five brothers, Frank and John of this city, Attorney Anton L. of 
Stevens Point, Peter of Neenah, John of Alaska, and one sister, Mrs. Anton Bonk, 
this city, with whom he made his home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 8, 1933  P.15


WALBURGA SONNTAG

FORMER RESIDENT DIES AT Cudahy 
From Cudahy, Wisconsin comes the sad message that Mrs. Fred Sonntag, 75, nee 
Bertha (sic) Benzinger, had died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Hugh Connel 
of Cudahy, Wisconsin, Wednesday afternoon.
Mrs. Sonntag, who had been a resident of Cudahy for the past sixteen years, 
came to this county at the age of two and resided at the time with her parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Fredolin Benzinger in the town of Saxonburg. At the age of 20 she 
married Frank Hess who preceded her in death thirty years ago. Twenty-six years 
ago she married Fred Sonntag who died sixteen years ago.
She is survived by three sons and two daughters, August, Richard and Frank Hess, 
and Mrs. Edward Lynn of Kellogg, Idaho, and Mrs. Connell of Cudahy. A sister, 
Mrs. Crescense Popp of Milwaukee and a brother, John Benzinger of this city and 
fifteen grandchildren, also survive.
Burial will take place at nine o'clock Saturday morning from St. Luke's Catholic 
church.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 1, 1929  P.13


DORA SOUSEK

RESIDENT FOR 60 YEARS PASSES AWAY
Mrs. James Sousek, 61, a resident of this city for 25 years and who came to 
Manitowoc county with her parents 60 years ago, died Sunday morning at the 
family home 1619 Nineteenth street, after a months' illness. Her maiden name 
was Dora Zachek and she came here from Bohemia with her parnets, settling 
first on a farm at Tisch Mills. Besides the husband, the deceased is survived 
by seven daughters, Mrs. John Weir, Two Rivers, Mrs. C. Rohrmoser, Ludington, 
Mich., Mrs. Joseph Sidoty, Mrs. Albert Walsh, Mrs. F. Leitl, Mrs. Lawrence 
Gaughier and Lillian all of Two Rivers, and three sons, Joseph, Edward and 
James all of this city. Two sisters, Mrs. George Leitl of this city and Mrs. 
John Chalupny, of Tisch Mills and one brother Anton Zachek of this city, 
survive. 
Burial will take place Wednesday morning at nine o'clock from St. Lukes church, 
this being the forty first wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Sousek. Interment 
will be at Pioneers' Rest.
Manitowoc Herald News September 26, 1927 p.11
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(Note: She is in Calvary, Two Rivers)


WENZEL SOUSEK

SOUSEK RITES TO BE FRIDAY 
Resident of City For 33 Years Dies Tuesday Afternoon 
TWO RIVERS, (Special)-Funeral services will be held Friday at 9 a.m. at St. 
Luke's church for Wenzel Sousek, 73, who died Tuesday afternoon at his home, 
1619 19th street, after an illness of four months. The Very Rev. Dean C. V. 
Hugo will be in charge and burial will be at Calvary Cemetery.
The body was removed to the home from the Klein and Stangel funeral home 
Wednesday.
Mr. Sousek, a resident of Two Rivers for 33 years, was employed at Plant No. 
1 of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company for the last 14 years. Prior 
to that time he worked at the Hamilton plant. His wife, the former Dora Zachek, 
died eight years ago.
Survivors are six daughters, Mrs. Mark Nebesky, Larrabee; Mrs. Ann Rohrmoser, 
Ludington, Mich.; Mrs. Josephine Sidoty, Mrs. Emma Walesh, Mrs. Clara Jindra 
and Mrs. Agnes Gauthier, all of Two Rivers; three sons, Joseph, Edward and 
James, all of Two Rivers; one sister, Mrs. Wenzel Peserik, city; 20 grand-
children and three great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 26, 1935  P.9 


ANDREW SPAETH

Andrew Spaeth residing on William Street died last Wednesday after 
an illness of a short duration. An attack of the Grippe and a relapse 
brought on the sudden death. Mr. Spaeth leaves a wife and eight 
children to mourn his departure. Mr. Spaeth was a devoted member of 
the Catholic Church from which the funeral took place. The deceased 
was employed at the Hamilton Works and always was known as an upright 
man and a loving husband. The Reporter extends its sympathy to the 
bereaved in these sad days.
The Reporter, Sat., Feb. 15, 1908
********
Andrew Spaeth, a resident of this city whose home was on Williams Street, died 
on Tuesday last of pneumonia, after an illness of only two weeks and was buried 
from St. Luke's church on Friday. He was born July 16, 1856 at Kleinaigen, 
Germany and was 51 years of age at his last birthday. He came to America and to 
this city 19 years ago. He was married in this city in 1891 to Miss Threse Fischer 
of Whitelaw, who survives him and who bore him 8 children, the oldest, a girl, is 
15 years of age and the youngest, a boy, only three months old. Much sympathy is 
expressed for the bereaved family as his death leaves them in rather poor 
circumstances. The funeral was attended by Mr. and Mrs. Frank Steber of Whitelaw, 
the step-father and mother of the wife he has so unfortunately been separated from. 
Also by Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Fischer of Whitelaw and by Mr. and Mrs. Gotfried Selk 
of Manitowoc.
The Chronicle, Tues., Feb. 8, 1908


AUGUST SPAETH

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 25 May) 
August Spaet, who has been ill for the past two years, 
died last Fri. morning of consumption. He leaves a wife 
and 5 children. Burial was Sun. at the Catholic Cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 28 May 1896 


AUGUST H. SPAETH

Funeral services for August F. Spaeth, 85, of Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc, 
former Two Rivers resident, who died Tuesday morning at Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc, were at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Spaeth was born Sept. 30, 1887, at Two Rivers, son of the late August and 
Ottilia Wachtel Spaeth.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Vivian Riem, of Tucson, Ariz.; two sons, Elmer, 
of Warrenville, Ill., and Earl, of Tucson; a sister, Mrs. Donald Bachman, of 
Los Angeles, Calif.; four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. A sister, 
Mrs. Delia Van Sleet, died in May this year.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 20, 1972


JOSEPH F. SPAETH

JOS. SPAETH DEATH TODAY
Ann Arbor Employe Will Be Buried On Thursday
Joseph Spaeth, 51, for 23 years a clerk at the Ann Arbor offices in 
this city, died this morning at the home, 422 North Ninth street. 
Although not in the best of health for several months, he continued 
at his duties until New Year's day.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 9 a.m. from the Sacred 
Heart church. Interment will be at Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased was born in Two Rivers 51 years ago and 30 years ago 
came to this city. He was married to Miss Christine Halverson at 
Two Rivers, October 19, 1904.
Mr. Spaeth entered the employ of the Ann Arbor railroad here nearly 
24 years ago, and has been with that company ever since.
Survivors are his widow, a son Chester; a brother August, Two Rivers; 
two sisters, Mrs. James Van Sleet, Two Rivers and Mrs. Anna Bachman, 
Los Angeles, Calif.; and a mother, Mrs. Joseph Wolf, also of Los 
Angeles.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home 
from Thursday until the hour of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 21, 1935 P.2
(NOTE: He was interred in Evergreen, but subsequently moved to
Calvary cemetery in Two Rivers.)
[cause: adeno carcinoma stomach/from records at Evergreen]


BERTHA SPRANG

OLD SETTLER DEAD
Mrs. Herman Sprang of the Town of Two Rivers died at the age of 62 years on 
Saturday of last week. The deceased came to this country from Germany in 1868 
and settled in this vicinity. A husband and eight children were held at the (sic) 
St. Luke's church Tuesday morning.
The Reporter, Sat., Mar. 1, 1913


CAROLINE SPRANG

Mrs. William (Caroline) Sprang, 87, formerly of Route 1, Two Rivers, died Sunday 
afternoon, July 3, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The former Caroline Leitermann, was born Nov. 1, 1895, in the Town of Manitowoc 
Rapids, daughter of the late Frank and Theresa Fisher Leitermann. She was married 
to William Sprang Nov. 25, 1913, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. They 
farmed on Route 1, Two Rivers for 67 years, moving to Two Rivers about three years 
ago. She was a member of St. Luke Altar Soocity.
Survivors include her husband, William, two sons and daughters-in-law, Harold and 
Ethel Sprang of 5210 Elmwood Rd., Two Rivers and Harvey and Mildred Sprang of 
Route 1, Two Rivers; two daughters and sons-in-law, Alice and John Wiese of Route 1, 
Two Rivers, and Olive and Elroy Draheim of Route 1, Mishicot, 14 grandchildren and 
22 great grandchildren. An infant son, a granddaughter, three brothers and four 
sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 o'clock 
this Tuesday afternoon. A memorial service will be at 7 o'clock. 
Herald Times Reporter July 5, 1983 p.3 
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[bur. 07-06-1983/age 87 yrs.]
(01 Nov 1896/Jul 1983/SSDI)
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The marriage of Miss Caroline Leiterman of Rapids and William Sprang of Two 
Rivers was celebrated at St. Mary's Church this morning. The couple will 
reside at Two Rivers where the groom is employed.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Nov. 25, 1913 page 7


HERMAN SPRANG    (d. 1913)

Deceased was born in Baden, Germany in 1840. He came to America 50 years ago and 
has lived on a farm most of the time of the town of Two Rivers. He volunteered 
and enlisted in the army and served in the civil war. He cleared away the dense 
woods which covered most of his farm and developed it into a large fertile acreage 
comprising 80 acres. He was an industrious farmer. He is survived by several sons 
and daughters, his wife having died last year.
The funeral occurred yesterday morning from St. Luke's church and his remains were 
interred with Grand Army honors.
The Reporter, Sat., May 17, 1913
******
Sprang, Herman L. (Dec. 11, 1841-May 13, 1913 
-husband of Bertha Tirschmit 
[married May 1, 1871 in civil ceremony, Two Rivers 
-Bertha was the daughter of Anton Duerschmidt and Aggie Ripple 
-she was born August 10, 1851 and died Feb. 22, 1913] 
-son of Anton Sprang and Teresa Merklin 
-his mother was a sister to Ulrich Kunzweiler's wife Julianna Merklin 
-both his parents died within a day of each other in August of 1849 in Oberhausen, Baden 
-siblings to Herman were Anton, Joseph, Elizabeth, Adam, Norbert, Theresa, and Amalie 
-born at Oberhausen, Freiburg, Baden 
-entered the US through New York in November of 1854 
-he came in company with his uncle Ulrich Kunzweiler and his older brother Anton 
-this group then came to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and, from there, went by foot immediately 
to the Town of Eaton 
-was a veteran of the Civil War 
-enlisted on October 23, 1863 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and was mustered out on March 15, 1866  
-"In 1863 he enlisted in Company A, Thirty-fifth Regiment, Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry, 
under General Steele, and while with this organization participated in some of the hardest 
fought battles of the war.  The movements of Mr. Sprang's regiment may be briefly sketched 
as follows: 
to Benton Barracks, St. Louis, Missouri, thence by boat to Mississippi, on to New Orleans 
on the 'Lady Gay,' to Fort Morgan, up the Red river to join General Banks, on to Memphis, 
Tennessee, and up the White river twenty-five miles; then to Fort Morgan again, on a six 
weeks' expedition through the state of Mississippi, participating in the battles of Spanish Fort 
and Fort Blakeley, across Mobile bay to Mobile, Alabama, where Mr. Sprang was on picket 
duty at the fortifications for forty-eight hours without relief: hence to Montgomery, and down 
the Bigby river to Mobile and on to Misler station, and then by steamer across the gulf of Mexico 
to Galveston, going thence ten miles up the Rio Grande river, and on thirty miles further to 
Brownsville, and to old Fort Brown, where the regiment remained nine months, Mr. Sprang 
there receiving his honorable discharge in 1866….
After his services were completed he went to Madison, Wisconsin, from whence he came to 
Manitowoc County, and followed the trade of carpenter until his marriage in 1871 to Bertha 
Tirschmit, a native of Germany, and daughter of Anton and Aggie Tirschmit.  Mrs. Sprang 
was born in 1851, and came to the United States with her parents and five other children in 
1868, locating in the town of Two Rivers." 
-from the History of Manitowoc County Wisconsin, Vol. 2, p.538-543 
-after his marriage created a farm in the wilds of Two Rivers Township 
-died from "myocarditis, 10 days -arteriosclerosis, 3 years") 
-buried at Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers 
[marriage record Manitowoc 4-46] [death record Manitowoc 12-183]


HERMANN SPRANG    (d. 1897)

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 14 July)
The so-called "black diphtheria" in Range Line is ready to take the life 
of a 23 yr. old son of farmer H. Sprange.
Der Nord Westen, 15 July 1897
*******
Herman Sprang Jr., a young unmarried man about 23 years of age whose parents 
live on the Range Line Road died last Friday from diphtheria. Two others in the 
family are now down with the same disease.
The Chronicle, Tues., July 13, 1897
*******
Herman Sprang Jr. 
birth: 
Two Rivers 
death: 9 July 1897 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin 
burial: Two Rivers 
residence: 1897 Two Rivers 
father: Herman Sprang 
mother: Bertha 
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


WILLIAM J. SPRANG

William J. Sprang, 93, of 2401 Polk St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning, 
April 23, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Greg Smith will officiate and burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Sprang was born April 18, 1892, in the Town of Two Rivers, son of the late 
Herman and Bertha Duerschmidt Sprang. He married Caroline Leitermann, Nov. 25, 
1913, at St. Mary Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death July 3, 1963. Mr. 
Sprang farmed at Route 1, Two Rivers, for 67 years and also operated a trucking 
business for many years before moving to Two Rivers about 2 years ago. Sprang 
was a member of St. Luke Church and St. Luke Holy Name Society.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Harold and Ethel Sprang of Two 
Rivers and Harvey and Mildred Sprang of Highway 147, Two Rivers; two daughters 
and sons-in-law, Alice and John Wiese of Route 1, Two Rivers and Olive and Elroy 
Draheim of Route 1, Mishicot; 14 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. He 
was preceded in death by a son, a granddaughter, four brothers and five sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 
p.m. Friday, where a memorial service will be 7 p.m. Friday.
Herald Times Reporter, April 25, 1985 P. 3
*********
(18 Apr 1892 Apr 1985/SSDI)
[bur. 04-27-1985/age 93 yrs.]
*********
The marriage of Miss Caroline Leiterman of Rapids and William Sprang of Two 
Rivers was celebrated at St. Mary's Church this morning. The couple will 
reside at Two Rivers where the groom is employed.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Nov. 25, 1913 page 7


AMELIA STADLER

Death Sun. of Mrs. Christ Stadler in Two Rivers following a long
illness with consumption. The deceased, who leaves a husband and 
several children, was only 31 yrs. old.
Der Nord Westen, 13 Feb. 1902


CHRIST STADLER

Death must have been a welcome visitor when he came and summoned Charles Stadler 
of the Southside. Deceased had been confined to bed for over 10 months, ill with 
dropsy. He passed away Monday morning at his home. Besides his widow, he leaves 
six children, Anton and Agnes of Manitowoc, Charles of Lacrosse, Mrs. August 
Glandt and Joseph of this city and Mrs. Charles Sprang of the Town of Two Rivers; 
also a stepson, Bernard Rehbein. The funeral was held from St. Lukes church Tuesday 
morning.
The Reporter, Thurs., Sept. 18, 1919


DOROTHEA STADLER

Death on Mon., 09 Apr. of the wife of Franz Stadler of Town Mishicott. "The
deceased was apparently advanced in years". The well-attended burial took place last
Thurs.
Der Nord Westen, 19 April 1888 


FRANZ STADLER

Death of 67 yr. old Franz Stadler on 13 Aug. at Town Line near Neshoto. He came to 
Manitowoc County in 1855 and settled in Cooperstown. Two years later he moved to 
Two Rivers onto the farm where he died.  He is survived by a widow, 4 sons and 1 
daughter. The burial was Sat.
Der Nord Westen, Aug 20, 1891
*****
F. Stadler, an old resident of the Town of Two Rivers, was buried from 
the Catholic Church in this city last Saturday. He was an honest, 
upright man and the great size of his funeral attested the esteem in 
which he was held by his neighbors.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Aug. 18, 1891


JULIA STAIDL

Funeral services for Mrs. Julia Staidl, formerly of Two Rivers, who had been 
residing at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, and who died Sunday afternoon, were at 
8:30 am Tuesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers and at 9 am with 
a solemn requiem high mass at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
John Neuser, celebrant. Deacon and subdeacon were the Revs. Gilbert Schneider 
and James Vennix respectively. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery(sic), Two 
Rivers.
Pallbearers were Paul Mickiewicz, Francis Heffernan, Francis Bauknecht, Henry 
Koch, Edward Schmitt and Hubert Knuth.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Jan. 27, 1965 page 11
*******
(Note: The stone is in Calvary)
*******
The marriage of Mr. James Staidl and Miss Julia Mayer was solemnized at St. Luke's 
Church Tuesday morning by Rev. Father Hugo in the presence of many friends of the 
couple. The attending couple was Mr. Roland Bleser and Miss Catherine Schaf. After 
a wedding dinner for the relatives the couple left on a honeymoon trip. The groom 
is a prosperous businessman, the proprietor of the shoe repair shop in the Mayer 
Building. The bride is a daughter of Mrs. Benedict Mayer, a pleasant young lady 
with many friends who unite in best wishes to the young couple for their journey 
through life.
The Reporter. Fri., Nov. 19, 1915


ANTON STOER

Eastwin:
Last Wednesday evening, after a lingering illness, Mr. Anton Stoer bid farewell 
to this world to enter the realms beyond. Deceased lived here on a farm most of 
his life and has always been known as a good father and best neighbor. He leaves 
three children to mourn his loss. They are Mike of here who has always lived with 
him; Mrs. John Kleckner of here and Mrs. Mary Reidl of Antigo. He was buried last 
Saturday morning from St. Luke's Church at Two Rivers.
The Reporter, Fri., July 23, 1915


MICHAEL STOER

MICHAEL STOER, BACHELOR FARMER DIES AT HOSPITAL
Michael Stoer, a bachelor farmer who came to this country from Germany fifty-
eight years ago with his parents, died at Holy Family Hospital, his demise being 
due to cancer from which he had been a sufferer for a number of years. The funeral 
will be held Saturday morning with services at St. Luke's Church and burial will 
be in Pioneer's Rest(sic).
Mr. Stoer was born in Germany sixty-one years ago and came to Manitowoc County, 
with his parents at the age of three. He continued to make his home in the farm 
and never married. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Chalres Reidel of Algoma 
and Mrs. John Kloekner of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thurs., July 7, 1927 page 8
*******
(Note: The cemetery entry puts him in Calvary)


JOHN STANEK

Notes from Two Rivers:
John Stanek, aged 37 years, died on Saturday at Manitowoc, where 
he was taken for treatment for Bright's disease from which he was 
a sufferer only a short time. He is survived by his wife and two 
sons, George, 8 and Edward, 5; also by a brother who resides at 
Madison. The funeral will be held Thursday morning from St. Luke's 
church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 19, 1920
*******
The home of John Stanek on ? street, was saddened last Saturday when death came 
and took away the father and husband. Mr. Stanek was a victim of Bright's disease 
and he had been ill but a few weeks. His death occurred at Holy Family Hospital 
where he had been taken for treatment a few days previous. Deceased conducted a 
harness and upholstery shop on Adams Street. He was an industrious and efficient 
craftsman. During the war he suspended business and engaged in upholstering 
aeroplane bodies at the Hamilton plant.
Mr. Stanek was born in Bohemia 37 years ago, coming to this country 15 years ago 
and having resided here for the past five years. His untimely death is mourned by 
a widow, two sons, George, aged 8 and Edward, aged 5 and a brother at Madison, Wis. 
Interment was this morning with services at St. Luke's church.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 19, 1920
************
Card of Thanks   
We wish to thank our neighbors and friends for the kindness and sympathy shown us 
during the illness of our beloved husband, father and brother. We also extend our 
thanks for the beautiful flowers and to Bohemian Lodge Z?BJ for their kind 
assistance at the funeral. 
Mrs. John Stanek, children and brother
The Reporter, Thurs, Feb. 26, 1920


ANNA STAUDT

Mrs. Michael Staudt, an old resident of the city, died last Sunday and was 
buried this morning from St. Luke's church. She was 49 years of age and her 
death was due to consumption.
The Chronicle, Tues., Oct. 8, 1901


GILBERT C. STAUDT

TWO RIVERS BOY PLAYS WITH MATCHES, BURNS CAUSE DEATH 
GILBERT STAUDT, AGED 4, DIES IN TERRIBLE AGONY AS RESULT OF BURNS WHILE PLAYING 
WITH MATCHES 
Playing with matches proved fatal to little Gilbert Staudt, four year old son 
of Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Staudt of Two Rivers, the child dying in that city 
Friday after hours of agonizing suffering from burns resulting from his clothing 
having become ignited from matches which he had lighted while playing about the 
house. The boy's body was terribly burned and the little fellow survived only a 
short time. 
Called to the home of a neighbor on an errand, Mrs. Staudt, mother of the boy, was 
absent but a few minutes and returned to find the child frantically endeavoring to 
extinguish the flames which enveloped his body and which at that time had inflicted 
the severe burns which later caused death. Mrs. Staudt made heroic efforts to save 
the little victim by smothering the flames, at the same time calling for assistance 
of neighbors. 
Physicians were hastily summoned and everything possible done to alleviate the 
sufferings of the child but it was impossible to save his life and a short time 
later death came to relieve him. The child's body was terribly burned, the legs 
and upper portion of the body being a mass of burned and charred flesh. The lower 
part of the face was also burned. 
Another child in the house with the little victim of the tragedy was not injured 
and but slight damage was done to the furnishings of the home, the return of Mrs. 
Staudt and her heroic efforts to extinguish the flames preventing the burning of 
the home. The child had evidently lighted several of the matches before his 
clothing became ignited as the burned ends were found on the floor where the child 
was at play.
Mrs. Staudt was overcome by the shock of the death of her son and is under care of 
physicians, her condition being serious. Funeral services for the dead child were 
held at St. Luke's church today.
Mr. and Mrs. Staudt are well known in this city, Mrs. Staudt being a cousin of the 
late John Staudt. For several years, he was employed as baggageman for the Chicago & 
Northwestern at Two Rivers station.
The tragedy is one that will awaken wide spread sympathy for the bereaved family and 
will be a warning to Manitowoc county parents to safeguard their children by not 
permitting matches to remain in reach of them. Tragedies of the kind are reported 
numerous by the state fire marshals department which has sent out frequent warnings 
of the danger. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 25, 1913 P. 1 


LOUISA STAUDT

From Der Nord Westen, 09 Sept. 1897:
Death on Sun. in Two Rivers, after a short illness, of 60 yr. old 
Mrs. Louise Staudt, widow of Peter Staudt. The deceased came to Two 
Rivers with her parents in her youth, grew up there and married 
Peter Staudt there. She leaves 2 grown daughters. The funeral took 
place yesterday at the Catholic Church.
**********
DIED-
Staudt - At her home in this city after a brief illness, Mrs. Louisa Staudt, 
widow of Peter Staudt at the age of 60 years. Deceased was born in Friedensburg, 
Germany on the 26th day of July, 1837, her maiden name being Louisa Schuster. 
She came to this country with her parents in early life and with them settled 
in Two Rivers where she has since resided and where she was united in marriage 
to the late Peter Staudt and bore him two daughters who still survive. She will 
be buried from the Catholic church tomorrow morning. She was a devout Christian 
and an exemplary mother and neighbor.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tues., Sept. 7, 1897
**********
The following sent in by researcher Eugene Schmitt

Louisa Elisabetha (Schuster) Staudt, b.28 Jul 1837, d.05 Sep 1897
b. Rheinland, Kreis Saarburg, Freudenburg, Prussia (Germany)
dau. of Nikolaus and Angela (Mannebach) Schuster
Wife of Peter Staudt (1835)


MARGERET STAUDT

One of the twins of Peter Staudt in Two Rivers, whose birth we reported last week,
died on Thurs. last week.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Mar. 1901
*******
Margaret Staudt
birth: 23 February 1901 Two Rivers, Wis.
death: 26 February 1901 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1901 Two Rivers
father: Peter Staudt
mother: Mary
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MARTHA STAUDT

Der Nord Westen, 27 June 1901
Death Tues. of a small child of the widow of Peter Staudt in Two Rivers, the second
of a pair of twins who were born 4 mos. ago, one of whom died shortly after birth.


MARY STAUDT

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 11 Aug.)
The young widow of Peter Staudt died Sat. at age 24. Her husband 
had died several months ago. There were no children. The funeral 
will be held today from the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 14 Aug. 1902
*********
Mrs. Peter Staud(sic) died at the home of her parents last Saturday morning 
after a long illness. Her disease was consumption from which her husband died 
about a year ago. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Luckow and her home 
has been with her parents since the death of her husband. She was the mother 
of twin daughters, one of whom lived but four weeks and the other only about 
a year. Her funeral took place from St. Luke's church this morning.
The Chronicle, Tues., Aug. 12, 1902


MICHAEL STAUDT

Michael Staudt, an old resident of Two Rivers, died Sunday at age 64 yrs. 2
mos. 25 days. He is survived by 3 sons and 2 daughters. His funeral was held
yesterday morning.
Der Nord Westen, 28 May 1908 
************
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 01 June) 
In a large funeral here Wednesday morning, Michael Staudt was carried to 
his final rest. He had complained of not feeling well for a long time but 
still continued his activities about the city until a few weeks ago when 
he was confined by an illness from which he never recovered. Michael Staudt 
was 64 yrs. 2 mos. and 25 days of age and had been born in Luxembourg. He 
came to Two Rivers 36 years ago and for about the past 30 years has worked 
for the Two Rivers Mfg. Co. His wife preceded him in death six years ago
and since then he has been living in his children's homes. He leaves 3 sons 
and 2 daughters. The funeral from the Catholic Church was conducted by the 
Catholic Knights and the German War Veterans, to both of which he had belonged.
Der Nord Westen, 04 June 1908
*********
Michael Staudt, an old resident of this city died last Sunday from tuberculosis 
after a long and painful illness. He was born in Luxemburg, Germany and was 61 
years, 2 months and 25 days old when he died. He came to this country and to 
Two Rivers about 35 years ago and for more than 30 years held the position of 
log scaler and tallyman at the saw mill of the Two Rivers Manufacturing Co. One 
visiting their mill never failed to find him standing at the head of the slide, 
busy measuring and tallying logs as they were being hauled up from the river. 
He was a kind and loving husband and father and a devout Catholic. His wife 
died about six years ago but three sons, Mathew, John and Michael Jr., two 
daughters, Gertrude and Mary survive him. They are all at home except John 
who is somewhere in the West. The funeral takes place from St. Luke's church 
tomorrow morning.
The Chronicle, Tues., May 19, 1908


PETER STAUDT    (d. 1909)

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 08 Apr.)
Death Sat. of 27-yr. old Peter Staudt, a member of our fire department, after 
a 2-mo. illness. He formerly worked in a local sawmill. He leaves his widow 
and one child as well as his sorrowing parents and several sisters. The funeral 
will be Tues. from the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 11 Apr. 1901
********
Peter Staudt, a young man living in the northern portion of the city, died last 
Saturday from consumption. He had been confined to his home for the past six 
months and was a great sufferer. He was 27 years of age and leaves a wife and 
one child. His funeral took place from St. Luke's church this morning.
The Chronicle, Tues., Apr. 9, 1901


ANTONI STEFANIAK

Notes from Two Rivers:
Anton Stefaniak(sic), aged 28, died Saturday while visiting with 
a friend at Newton where he went to look after matters in connection 
with his father's farm which he had leased. He was ill only eight 
days and his death was due to pneumonia. His parents, three brothers 
and one sister survive him. The funeral was held Wednesday from 
Sacred Heart church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 16, 1919


JOHN J. STEFANIAK

John J. Stefaniak, 86, formerly of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died Friday afternoon in 
Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday in Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate and 
burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Stefaniak was born January 10, 1892 in the Town of Newton, son of the late 
Walter and Mary Cerekwicki Stefaniak. He married Mary Zimmerhakel May 2, 1916 in 
Sacred Heart Catholic church, Two Rivers. They farmed for many years in the Town 
of Two Creeks. Mrs. Stefaniak preceded him in death November 17, 1972.
Survivors include three sons, Dr. J.J. Stefaniak of Boca Raton, Fla., Clarence 
of Manitowoc and Donald of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; a daughter, Mrs. Florian (LaVerne) 
Krzizike of Rt. 3, Two Rivers; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. 
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. 
Sunday where a memorial service will be 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Saturday, Feb. 4, 1978 - page 3


MARY STEFANIAK

Mrs. John Stefaniak, 76, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died Friday morning at Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at St. Mark Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Stefaniak, nee Mary Zimmerhakel, was born April 17, 1896, at Tisch Mills, 
a daughter of the late Rudolph and Katie Burish Zimmerhakel. She was married 
April 17, 1896(sic), at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, to John 
Stefaniak. The couple farmed in the Town of Two Creeks.
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Florian (LaVerne) Krzizke of 
Rt. 3, Two Rivers; three sons, Dr. J.J. Stefaniak of Lafayette, Ind., Clarence 
of Manitowoc and Donald of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Anna Kopetsky 
of Two Rivers and Mrs. Miles Krejcarek of Rt. 2, Manitowoc; a brother, Robert 
Zimmerhakel of Two Rivers, 10 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
3:30 p.m. Sunday where memorial services will be at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 18, 1972


ERVIN STEFFES

Sudden death claimed Ervin Steffes Thursday night at the home of his parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Simon Steffes. The lad had been ailing nearly all winter but was 
not confined to bed and on the day of his death had enjoyed a ride around town. 
He retired at 8 that night and becoming unconscious passed away later in the 
evening. He was a promising boy and his many schoolmates and friends will miss 
his cheerful disposition. He is also survived by several brothers and sisters. 
The funeral was held from St. Luke's church Tuesday morning.
The Reporter, Thurs., May 9, 1918


JULIA STEFFES

MRS. S. STEFFES, 62, DIES SUNDAY AT HOME HERE 
Mrs. Simon Steffes, 62, died Sunday at her home on Twentieth street after a 
long illness. Burial will be on Wednesday morning from the St. Luke's church 
and three relative pastors, Father Steffes of Manistee, Mich., Rev. John 
Phillipps of Milwaukee and Rev. J. Kommers of Wedron, Ill., will officiate.
Mrs. Steffes, nee Julia Conz, was born in St. Joseph, Fond du Lac county, on 
October 11, 1867. She remained at that place for about twenty-five years. She 
was united in marriage to Simon Steffes at St. Joseph on June 16, 1892 and 
they then took up their residence in Reedsville. For the past sixteen years 
she made her home in Two Rivers. 
Besides her husband she leaves six children, Mrs. Rose Charlebois, of Chicago, 
Mrs. Clara Malley?, this city, Mrs. Olive Fox, Chicago, Sister Berneta, 
Milwaukee, Joseph and Philomena, of this city. She also leaves six sisters and 
four brothers. 
Manitowoc Herald News, July 7, 1930  P.11 


SIMON STEFFES

SIMON STEFFES, 67, DIES FOLLOWING CAR CRASH 
FUNERAL WILL BE SATURDAY AT ST. LUKE'S 
Was Injured Four Months Ago In Accident; Lived In City Since 1912 
Death at seven o'clock Wednesday night at Holy Family hospital in Manitowoc 
claimed Simon Steffes, 67, a well known and retired local business man. His 
death was the result of complications which set in following injuries received 
in an automobile accident four months ago.
Mr. Steffes had been a patient at the hospital for a week and his condition 
had been serious since his removal to the institution.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 Saturday morning with a solemn requiem 
high mass at St. Luke's Catholic church. The Rev. Father J. M. Steffes, of 
Manistee, Mich., a brother of the deceased, will officiate. Interment will be 
in Calvary cemetery here. The remains can be viewed at the Beduhn and Goetz 
funeral home from seven to nine o'clock tonight, and will be removed to the 
home at 1504 20th street Friday morning.
Since 1912
Mr. Steffes was engaged in business here since 1912, coming from Reedsville, 
Wis., with his family. Ever since his residence here and up to the time of his 
illness he was a prominent member of the St. Luke's church choir. Coming to 
this city 22 years ago Mr. Steffes took over the management of the Commercial 
House on the eastside, which he operated for a number of years. He retired 
from the business for a number of years, and later established a tavern at 
2000 Washington street, now operated by a son.
Born in St. Joseph, Fond du Lac county, December 13, 1866, Mr. Steffes was a 
cheesemaker in his youth and early manhood. He was married at St. Joseph 
June 16, 41 years ago to Miss Julia Konz, who preceded him in death here four 
years ago. Several years later the family moved to St. Ann, Fond du Lac county, 
and later to Reedsville, where the deceased established a furniture store and 
tavern. In 1912 the family took up residence in Two Rivers. 
Was Catholic Knight
Besides his long affiliation with the St. Luke's choir, Mr. Steffes for years 
was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin, and the Holy Name society 
of St. Luke's church. He was one of the most active members of the St. Luke's 
congregation.
Surviving Mr. Steffes are five daughters, Mrs. A. P. Charlebois of Chicago, 
Mrs. Albert F. Mattey? of this city, Mrs. Peter Fox, Jr., of Chicago, Sister 
Bernita of Elmhurst, Ill., and Miss Philomene Steffes of Chicago, and a son, 
Joseph of this city. He also leaves two brothers, the Rev. J.M. Steffes of 
Manistee, and Michael Steffes of St. Joseph, and two sisters, Mrs. Peter Fox, 
Sr., of Chicago and Mrs. Joseph Bear of Austin, Minn. There are five grandsons 
and one granddaughter.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 9, 1934  P.15


GERTRUDE (DONCHYK) STEHLIK

Mrs. Richard Stehlik, 34, of 190? Jackson St., Two Rivers, former secretary 
of the late John P. Hoffman whom he served as city manager at Two Rivers, 
died at 10 a.m. Sunday after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Deja & Martin 
Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, at at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Sylvester B?r??ky of Green Bay, officiating. Interment will 
be in Calvery Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Stehlik, nee Gertrude E. Doncheck, was born in Two Rivers on March ??, 
1921, a daughter of Anton and Clara Fre?? Doncheck. She attended Sacred Heart 
Parochial School at Two Rivers and was graduated from Washington High School 
here in ????. Prior to her illness she served several years as secretary to 
the late Former City Manager Hoffman, who died recently. She was also the editor 
of The Sojourner, a mimeographed publication which was mailed to servicemen of 
Two Rivers during World War II.
In July of 1947 she was married at Two Rivers to Richard Stehlik, after which 
the couple made their home in Milwaukee for three years before returning to Two 
Rivers.
Besides her husband and parents, she leaves a daughter, Susan, and a son, Donald 
Stehlik, at home, and a brother, John Doncheck of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral chapel after 2 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 6, 1956 P. 15


NIC. STEIN

From Der Nord Westen, 11 Jan. 1894: 
Death of 76 yr. old Nicolaus Stein of a stroke in the home of his 
son-in-law W. Wrieth in Two Rivers. The deceased, who was born in 
Germany, was buried on Mon. by the Catholic Church in Two Rivers.


JACOB STEINHAUER SR.

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 01 July) 
Death last week of a man known by the name of Bark-Jacob, whose real 
name was Jacob Steinhauer. He was 70 yrs. of age and lived about 2 miles 
from here. He worked many years for the Wisconsin Leather Co. He leaves 
a widow and a number of children. Burial was Thurs. at the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 04 July 1895


JACOB STEINHAUER JR.

Jacob Steinhauer, a young man 23 years of age and unmarried, 
was buried from the Catholic Church in this city yesterday morning.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Oct. 20, 1896 


MILDRED K. STEINHAUER

Mildred K. Steinhauer, age 86, of 1410 Wentker Ct., Two Rivers, died Wednesday 
night, October 28, 1998, at her residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 31, 1998, at St. 
Mark's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial 
will be Rev. Larry Seidl, with burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
She was born November 21, 1911, in the town of Mishicot, daughter of the late 
Joseph and Regina Wachtel Hoffman. She attended school in Mishicot. On 
September 30, 1931, she married Rudolph (Rudy) Steinhauer in Mishicot. He 
preceded her in death on March 11, 1990. Together the couple helped operate 
the Steinhauer home farm, and she later was employed with Paragon Electric 
Company for a number of years until her retirement. Mildred enjoyed playing 
cards with friends, loved to read and enjoyed going out for Friday night fish 
frys. Her greatest love was the time spent with her family, especially her 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include one daughter, Mary L. Lau, Two Rivers; two sons and daughters-
in-law, John and Charleen Steinhauer, Green Bay, and Joseph and Mary Steinhauer, 
Danville, Ky.; eight grandchildren, Sharon (Charlie) Serwe, Andrew (Cindy) 
Steinhauer, Jill Steinhauer, Scott (Bobbie) Steinhauer, Abbe Steinhauer, Wendy 
(Mark) Bohman, Russell (Julie) Lau, and Matthew (Kelly) Lau; 13 great-grandchildren, 
Austin, Aaron, Lucas, Stephanie, Becky, Michael, Adam, Nichole, Sara, Stephan, Alisa, 
Marcus, and Hope; one sister and brother-in-law, Sylvia and Dick Steinhardt, Two 
Rivers; one brother and sister-in-law, Hugo and Helen Hoffman, Two Rivers; one sister-
in-law, Eva Hoffman, Mishicot; and a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Sharon; one 
grandson, Philip Steinhauer; four sisters, Martha Breider, Serena Graf, Evelyn Eis, 
and Lonnie Bauer; three brothers, Joseph, Paul, and Harold Hoffman.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 5-8 p.m. 
Friday (TONIGHT), and after 9 a.m. on Saturday until leaving for the church. A Wake 
Service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday (TONIGHT) at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Herald Times Reporter, October 30, 1998 P. A2
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(21 Nov 1911/28 Oct 1998/SSDI)


RUDY STEINHAUER

Rudolph J. Steinhauer, 82, of 1410 Wentker Court, Two Rivers, died Sunday 
morning, March 11, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. Rev. David Beaudry will officiate and burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born July 2, 1907, in the Town of Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph 
and Minnie Sontag Steinhauer. He attended local schools. On September 30, 1931, 
he married the former Mildred Hoffman at Mishicot. He was employed by the Town 
of Two Rivers for a number of years and later for approximately 25 years at 
Hoffman Brothers Construction Company.
Survivors include his wife, Mildred; two sons and daughters-in-law, John and 
Charleen of Green Bay and Joseph and Mary of Danville, Kentucky; a daughter, 
Mary Lau of Two Rivers; eight grandchildren; two great grandsons. He was 
preceded in death by a brother, Herbert, a sister, Mabel Dahm, a daughter, 
Sharon, and a grandson.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. 
this Monday evening. A memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
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[Rudolph Steinhauer]
(Rudolph J./02 Jul 1907/11 Mar 1990/SSDI)


SHARON STEINHAUER

Three-Year-Old Child Killed  
Girl's Head Crushed Between Top of Garage Door and Truck Cab?
Sharon Sylvia, aged 3, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Steinhauer, Two Rivers 
route 2, was injured fatally at 3:45 o'clock Monday afternoon when her head 
was crushed between the top of a garage door and the cab of a truck driven by 
her father. The accident occurred at the Steinhauer residence and the child 
died at the Two Rivers municipal hospital without regaining consciousness. 
Steinhauer had been hauling wood and the girl was riding in the box of the 
truck. Steinhauer said he believed the child stood up as the truck was entering 
the garage. The girl's brother, John, 8 years old, attempted to warn her but 
too late. 
Funeral services for Sharon will be held from the C. J. Jansky funeral home at 
Two Rivers Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock and at 2 oclock from St. Luke's 
Catholic church. The Rev. Dean C. V. Hugo will officiate and burial will be in 
Calvary cemetery at Two Rivers. The child is survived by her parents and brother 
and her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Steinhauer and Mr. and Mrs. J. Hoffman. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 8, 1942  P.2


ANTON STETINA

Death Sunday after a long illness of Anton Stettina(sic), a resident on the North 
Sideof the City of Two Rivers. His funeral was held Tuesday morning from the Catholic
Church.
Der Nord Westen, 25 Nov. 1909
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SUCCUMBS AFTER LONG ILLNESS
Anton Stetina died at his home on corner of Washington and 24th Street last 
Sunday morning. Mr. Stetina has been ill for the past two years. Some years 
ago while at work he hurt his forearm, thinking that it was not serious, he 
continued to work without consulting a doctor, complications set in the 
afflicted spot which compelled Mr. Stetina to cease working at the factory. 
Death came as a relief to his patient suffering. He was buried last Tuesday 
from the St. Luke's church to which he was a constant attendant before his 
illness. The decedent is survived by a dutiful wife and one daughter, Mrs. 
Frank Schroeder, now residing at Edgar, Wis.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 26, 1909


THERESIA STETINA

The body of Mrs. Stetina who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank 
Schroeder at Edgar, Wisconsin on Monday, arrived here Thursday and was 
taken to the Beduhn & Goetz Mortuary. Services were held at St. Luke's 
church at 9:00 and burial was at Calvary Cemetery, Rev. C.V. Hugo officiating. 
Mrs. Stetina was formerly a resident here.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Mar. 26, 1926


FRANCIS STOLL

Two Rivers news:
Mr. F. Stoll, an octogenarian, died of apoplexy last Wednesday, 
and was buried from the Catholic church in this city on Friday 
morning. He had lost the sense of hearing in his prime and had 
been a city pauper for about a score of years. Mr. Stoll was one 
of the pioneer settlers of this county and was well and favorably 
known in this city and vicinity. He leaves an aged wife to mourn 
his loss.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, October 13, 1885 P.2
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(Note: He is probably in the Catholic cemetery of the time, 
Calvary in Two Rivers)
(1870 Two Rivers ward 1
Francis Stoll age 70; Barbary Stoll age 59; Mary Stoll age 13


SAMUEL A. STONE

IN MEMORIAM
On Friday afternoon last, Sam Stone responded to the "long roll" of the
Supreme Commander of the Universe. Quietly and peacefully the spirit of
one of the noblest men in Wisconsin, released from its shattered
tenement winged its way to a grand eternity. He had a history. Early in
the war he severed the ties that bound him to home and friends and
responded to his country's call. Among the 100,000 noble men that
Wisconsin sent to war, none were better, none truer than he; he was an
ideal soldier. At the siege of Vicksburg he was severely wounded, and
for two days lay untouched and uncared for on that blood-stained field;
he was then removed to a hospital at Memphis, lingering on the edge of
the grave and suffering the most intense agony, yet without a murmur
or complaint. He was discharged and sent home, but has ever been
compelled to use crutches, his pain and suffering have been continuous,
and yet he was always cheerful, and no word of complaint was ever
heard to fall from his lips.
As a soldier he was loyal, true and brave; a kind husband and affectionate
father; a true and steadfast friend, and an upright citizen. He was born
in Mackinaw, Mich., in 1822, and has been a resident of Wisconsin for
thirty years.
He was buried at Two Rivers on Sunday last, the members of Manitowoc
Lodge, I.O.O.F. and Temple of Honor, of both of which societies he was
an honored and faithful member, participating in the last sad rites.
There is another vacant place in our ranks, and another little green
mound to be visited and tenderly cared for when Nature's first
offerings shall be gathered in early spring, as the tributes of the
living to the heroic dead; but his memory will be as green as the sod
that covers him until the eyes of his old comrades shall be closed in
death and their bodies are laid side by side with his.
Manitowoc Herald Tribune, 24 Aug. 1876
************
From Der Nord Westen, 10 Feb. 1881:
Death of Sam Stone last Fri. He had been lighthouse keeper here, then later at
Two Rivers Point. He was a soldier with Co. E, 14th Wisc. Inf. and was severely
wounded at the siege of Vicksburg.
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DEATH OF SAMUEL A. STONE
Samuel Stone, of Two Rivers, died at that place on Friday last from the effects 
of a wound received in the late war. Mr. Stone was wounded before Vicksburg and 
never recovered the use of his leg. A little over one year ago his wound became 
very troublesome and soon became so severe that for a long time his life was 
despaired of. But the ball was extracted at that time and he seemed to regain 
his health. Lately the wound broke internally and soon resulted in his death. 
Mr. Stone resided for a long time in this city, having been keeper of the light 
house. He was afterward removed to the light house at Two Rivers Point, a position 
more lucrative than the one he occupied here. Mr. Stone had a great number of 
friends in this county. He was a robust, able man before being wounded. He was 58 
years old at the time of his death.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 10, 1881
*********
We are informed that the widow of Sam Stone has for some time past vainly 
endeavored to induce a Two Rivers doctor to record the certificate of her 
husband's death. The doctar (sic) should be more prompt, as this certificate 
is necessary as pertaining to matters pending before the Pension Department.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, February 6, 1883 P. 1


WALTER L. STONEHAM

Walter (Tommy) Stoneham, 49, bowling alley operator in Milwaukee who died 
last Friday, was buried Monday afternoon at Calvary cemetery in Two Rivers. 
He was the husband of the former Martha Koch of Two Rivers. 
Mr. Stoneham was born in Chicago and located in Milwaukee 22 years ago. He 
married Miss Koch and for the past 10 years operated down town bowling alleys 
in Milwaukee. His wife, a brother, Arthur of Madison and a sister, Estella of 
Chicago, survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 17, 1945  P.2


ADDIE STRAUS

The body of Mrs. Philip Straus, formerly Miss Addie Niquette, of this city, 
will be shipped here from Milwaukee this evening for burial. Mrs. Straus who 
has been making her home at Milwaukee the past two years, has been ill for 
some time and her death was not unexpected.
Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 10 o'clock from St. Lukes 
Catholic church with burial at Pioneer Rest cemetery(sic), Rev. C.V. Hugo 
to officiate at the services.
Mrs. Straus is survived by her husband, Philip Straus and one daughter, 
Marjorie of Milwaukee; her mother, Mrs. Rose Niquette and five brothers, 
Edward, Albert, Jerome and Adolph all residing here.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, April 25, 1924 P. 2
********
Straus Funeral Today
The funeral of Mrs. Philip Straus, formerly Addie (sic) Niquette of this city 
who died at Milwaukee, was held at 10 o'clock this morning with services at St. 
Luke's Catholic church, Rev. C.V. Hugo in charge. Burial took place at Pioneer 
Rest cemetery(sic). Mr. Straus and daughter Marjorie who accompanied the remains 
here from Milwaukee, will return to their home tomorrow.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, April 28, 1924 P. 2
*********
On Tuesday evening, Miss Addie Niquette of 2012 Madison street, Two Rivers, 
was most pleasantly surprised by a large number of friends. The surprise came in 
the nature of a shower and a most beautiful set of silver was presented to the 
bride-to-be. The evening's entertainment consisted in playing games after which 
a dainty lunch was served. Miss Niquette, a daughter of Mrs. Rose Niquette, is 
soon to become the bride of Philip W. Strauss of Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, July 20, 1922 P. 3
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(Note: Her stone and entry in the cemetery record shows she is in Calvary)


MARY E. STRONG

Mrs. Mary E. Strong, 81, of 2602 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, died Wednesday 
evening at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Holy Redeemer Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate with burial 
in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Strong, nee Mary Kowash, was born Feb. 18, 1895, at Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late Martin and Mary Hettich Kowash. She was married to 
Peter Strong Jr., Oct. 20, 1914, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death in 1923. She was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. 
Plant 1, Two Rivers, retiring in 1955. She was a member of Ladies of Holy 
Redeemer and a charter member of St. Luke Altar Society and Royal Neighbors 
of America.
Survivors include a son-in-law and daughter John and Doris Otis Sr., and 
a sister, Mrs. Heber Clayton, of Two Rivers, five grandchildren and five 
great grandchildren. Two brothers and three sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
4 p.m. Friday, where a memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. Memorials may 
be made to Two Rivers Community Hospital or Hamilton Memorial Home, Two 
Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, October 7, 1976 P.3
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(18 Feb 1895/Oct 1976/SSDI)
*********
Peter Strong and Mary Kowash were married at St. Lukes church Tuesday morning. 
The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Strong and the bride is a daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Martin Kowash. The couple will reside in this city.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 24, 1914


PETER STRONG JR.

Peter Strong Dies
Peter Strong, an employee of the Goods Company, died at noon today, death being 
due to pneumonia. He was 30 years of age and married.
Manitowoc Herald News, Fri., Feb. 9, 1923
*******
Peter Strong Jr., passed away last Friday morning at his home, 2111 Jefferson 
St., death being due to intestinal hemorrhage resultant from an attack of 
typhoid fever. Mr. Strong had apparently recovering when the hemorrhage 
destroyed all hopes. Deceased was thirty-one years of age. He leaves a widow 
and one daughter, aged 22 months who will miss him as a devoted and loving 
husband and father while his death leaves a void in the hearts of his parents, 
his brothers and sisters and many friends.
Peter Strong Jr., was born in Milwaukee on October 5, 1891. At the age of ? he 
moved here with his parents and has since resided here. Eight years ago he 
married Miss Mary Kowash. Deceased is survived by his widow and one daughter, 
Doris; by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Strong Sr., by five brothers, Jackob, 
William and Joseph of this city, George of Oshkosh and Jess of this city; two 
sisters, Mrs. Clarence O'Lien and Mrs. Lawrence Everson of Two Rivers. He was 
a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin, the Modern Woodmen and the Order 
of Maccabees. The funeral was held at 9:00 Tuesday morning from St. Luke's Church.
The Reporter, Fri., Feb. 16, 1923
*******
Mr. and Mrs. George Strong of Oshkosh, have returned to their home after 
attending the funeral of Peter Strong at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Feb. 17, 1923 page 3
*******
Peter Strong and Mary Kowash were married at St. Lukes church Tuesday morning. 
The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Strong and the bride is a daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Martin Kowash. The couple will reside in this city.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 24, 1914


ANTON STURM

Anton Sturm Dead
Anton Sturm, a prominent farmer of the town of Two Rivers, died of tuberculosis 
last Sunday. Mr. Sturm had been suffering from the white plague for some time, 
however, he did quite a little of his farm work just the same. Last Friday he 
was in town to transact business. Mr. Sturm is 45 years old. A wife and several 
children survive to mourn his early demise.
The Reporter, Tues., Aug. 16, 1910


BARBARA STURM

Mrs. Barbara Springstrub Sturm, 77, of route 1, Two Rivers, died last night 
at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Holy Cross Catholic 
church, Mishicot, with burial in Calvary cemetery in Two Rivers. The body may 
be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, after 
Sunday morning, where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Monday.
Born Barbara Buenzow on her parents' farm in the town of Two Rivers in 1868, 
the deceased was the daughter of John and Mary Ann Buenzow Waulhauer.
She was married to William Springstrub in 1893 and the couple settled on a farm 
in the town of Manitowoc. Mr. Springstub was accidentally killed in a barn 
raising a year after their marriage.
In 1896 she was married to Anton Sturm and went to reside on the Sturm homestead 
in the town of Two Rivers. Mr. Sturm died in 1910, but his wife continued the 
management of the farm. A son, Henry Sturm, assumed the operation 11 years ago.
Mrs. Sturm was a member of the Altar society of the Holy Cross congregation.
Survivors include three sons, William Springstrub of route 1, Two Rivers, Frank 
Sturm of Kewaunee, and Henry Sturm on the home farm; four daughters, Mrs. Oscar 
Benzinger and Mrs. Rudolph Rehrauer of route 1, Mishicot, Mrs. Walter Crabb of 
Two Rivers and Mrs. Willard Hansen of Suring, Wis.
There are 30 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Also surviving are a brother, John Buenzow of route 2, Two Rivers, and a sister, 
Mrs. John Rothmund of route 2, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, April 6, 1946 p. 2


JOHN STURM    (d. 1909)

John Sturm, age 69, died at the home of his son, Anton Sturm of the town of Two 
Rivers last Wednesday. The funeral services were held at St. Luke's church Friday 
morning and he was laid to rest on the Catholic cemetery.
The Reporter, May 15, 1909
******
John Strum, an aged resident of the Town of Two Rivers, died at the home of his son, 
Anton, with whom he has resided for some time past, last Wednesday and was buried 
from St. Luke's church on Friday. He was 69 years of age and has been in feeble health 
for several years past. He leaves a wife and several children to mourn his death.
The Chronicle - Tues., May 18, 1909 
********
(1900 Two Rivers census:
John Sturm 59; wife Annie 58/living next door to Anton and Barba(sic) Sturm)
********
(1910 Two Rivers census:
John and Annie Sturm are no longer on the census/another family lives in
their home next to Anton)


CLEMENT W. SUHR

Clement Suhr, 61, of 3223 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Thursday in Two Rivers 
Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 10 am Monday in Holy Redeemer 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial 
will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Suhr was born - illegible--, in Two Rivers, son of the late Philip and 
Frances Lamach Suhr. He served in the United States Army during World War II 
and married Doris Gauthier Nov. 16, 1945 in Dubuque, Iowa. Mr. Suhr was a 
policeman in Two Rivers for 26 years, retiring as police inspector in 1973. He 
then was manager of Two Rivers City Employees Credit Union. He was a member of 
Two Rivers Senior Citizens and Silver K Club.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Marvin, of Rawlins, Wyo.; two daughters, Mrs. 
Al (Judi) Schroeder of DePere and Mrs. Bryan (Cyndi) Skidmore of Two Rivers; a 
brother, Richard of Manitowoc and six grandchildren. A brother, Robert, preceded 
him in death Nov. 21, 1978.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 pm 
Sunday, where members of the Senior Citizens will meet at 6 pm and a memorial 
service will be at 7:30 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, Dec. 1, 1978 page 3
*******
[bur. 12-04-1978/age 61 yrs.]
(24 Nov 1917/Nov 1978/SSDI)


DORIS SUHR

Doris M. Suhr, 92, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012, at Harmony House in 
Manitowoc. The loving arms of her daughters & granddaughters surrounded her.
Doris Mae Gauthier was born on November 30, 1919, in Fairport, MI, to John & 
Martha (Harrington) Gauthier. She moved to Two Rivers, WI in 1936, where she 
met and married Clem Suhr on November 16, 1940. She was a graduate of the 
Milwaukee School of Beauty Culture and was also employed at Paragon Electric 
and Schwartz Mfg. Co. 
An accomplished golfer, Doris enjoyed membership at Fairview Golf Course for 
over 40 years, and was also a longtime member of the Two Rivers Women's Dartball 
League. She enjoyed dancing, music, walking, birdwatching, crossword puzzles, 
watching the Green Bay Packers and traveling with friends and family. A founding 
member of both Holy Redeemer & St. Peter the Fisherman Parishes in Two Rivers, 
her faith and family were the most important things in her life. First and 
foremost, she was a loving wife and mother, and always a lady. Her kindness and 
wonderful sense of humor enriched all who knew her. Heaven is blessed, and the 
world is depleted by her passing.
Doris is survived by her daughters, Judi Schroeder of Green Bay, and Cyndi (Bryan) 
Skidmore of Two Rivers; daughter-in-law, Joan Suhr of Truman, MN; grandchildren, 
Kurt, Karl, Kristine, and Karne Schroeder, Jennifer (Dan) Brookens, Sara (Kent) 
Keil, and Michael Skidmore; great-grandchildren, Korina, Kolton, and Karmen 
Schroeder, Kaycie and Brendan Brookens, and the much anticipated arrive of 
Sara & Kent Keil's baby daughter in August.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Clem Suhr in 1978, her son, Marvin in 
2007, her parents, and eight brothers and sisters.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 19, 2012, at St. Peter 
the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian 
Burial will be Rev. Tom Reynebeau with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, July 19, 2012, at St. 
Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church from 9:00 until 10:15 a.m. 
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting 
www.kleinandstangel.com
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
The family would like to thank the wonderful staff of Harmony House in Manitowoc 
for their friendship and loving care for Doris over the past five years. We are 
also grateful to the staff of Heartland Hospice Care for their help in Doros's 
recent months, and to (private) of Lakeland Care District. She loved them all and 
considered them part of her family. Special thanks to Father Tom Reynebeau and 
Father Dan Felton for visiting and comforting Doris.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter


FRANCES H. SUHR

Mrs. Frances Suhr, 83, of 2716-34th St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday night at 
Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher officiated with burial in Calvary Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. Suhr, nee Frances Schultz, was born Oct. 3, 1892, at Two Rivers, daughter of 
the late Wencil and Anna Blahnik Schultz. She was married to Philip Suhr June 7, 
1916, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in 1970.
Survivors include three sons, Clement, of Two Rivers, Robert of Madison and 
Richard, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Charles (Anna) Potter, of Ureka, Calif., 
seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Klein and Stangel Funeral Home Inc., Two Rivers, was in charge of arrangements. 
Memorials may be made to Holy Redeemer Catholic Church.
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, March 25, 1976 P. 3
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(3 Oct. 1892/Mar. 1976/SSDI)


PHILIP J. SUHR

Phillip J. Suhr, 76, of 2716-34th St., Two Rivers, a retired Hamilton Mfg. Co. 
department head, died Sunday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, the Rev. 
Paul Schumacher officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Mr. Suhr was born March 25, 1894, at Menominee, Mich., a son of the late 
William and Mossiman Suhr. He came to Two Rivers in 1915 and began to work for 
the Hamilton firm. He married the former Frances Lamach(sic) at Two Rivers 
June 7, 1916. 
He was a member of the Hamilton 30-Year Club, Hamilton Management Club, Hamilton 
Goodfellowship Club and Holy Redeemer Holy Name Society. He retired from his 
foremanship position when he was 63.
Besides his wife he leaves three sons, Clement, inspector with the Two Rivers 
Police Dept.; Robert of New Berlin, and Richard of Manitowoc; four sisters, Mrs. 
Arthur Clark of Milwaukee, the Misses Edna and Rose and Mrs. Gertrude Hansen, all 
of Sheboygan; seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Two brothers and 
a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial services will be at 8 o'clock 
this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 30, 1970
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(26 Mar. 1894/Mar. 1970/SSDI)
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Notes from Two Rivers:
Mr. Philip Suhr and Miss Frances Schultz were married last Wednesday morning at 
St. Luke's church. Rev. Father Hugo performed the ceremony. The couple were 
attended by Miss Mary Tomchek, Miss Rose Suhr and Walter Suhr and Adolph 
Wolters.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 15, 1916


FRANTIZEK SWADA

Frank Sweda(sic), an old man who resided with his son, Thomas, died last Sunday 
at the age of 77 years. He was buried Tuesday morning from the Sacred Heart 
Church. A son living in Ashland and one living in Chicago and a daughter living 
in Green Bay were here to attend the funeral.
The Reporter, Sat., Sept. 28, 1907
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[Francis Swada]


FRANK SWITALSKE

Died - Mr. Switalski of lung fever. He was buried in the Catholic cemetery at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - June 2, 1891
*****
*NOTE: There is a difference between the stone inscription 
death year and the newspaper year. 


AGNES TADDY

Death late Mon. night of the 3-yr. old daughter of Mr. Paul Tabych in 
Two Rivers of croup.
Der Nord Westen, 20 Apr. 1899
********
Agnes Taddy
birth: 18 October 1896 Two Rivers, Wis.
death: 17 April 1899 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers
residence: 1899 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: Paul Taddy
mother: Mary Wise
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[Baby, no more information]


ALOYSIUS TADDY

WORKER DIES IN FALL FROM ICE PLATFORM 
Two Rivers Man Is Fatally Injuured In a 20-Foot Plunge
Aloysius Taddy, 29, employed by the Schultz Ice company at Two Rivers, was 
fatally injured this morning when he fell 20 feet from an ice loading platform 
at one of the firm's ice houses along the West Twin river at 26th street, Two 
Rivers.
The accident happened shortly after 10 o'clock this morning. Taddy, who sustained 
a fractured skull, died at the Municipal hospital in Two Rivers two hours later, 
without regaining consciousness.
No Inquest Planned
Coroner Gerald Rau and district Attorney John Cashman, who were called, announced 
there would be no inquest,
Taddy, who has been employed by Edward Schultz for several years, was working alone 
on the top of the slide with a long pike pole, pushing the large cakes of ice down 
the chute into the icehouse, after gangs of cakes were hauled to the top of the 
slide. It is believed that in some manner the pole slipped and Taddy plunged head 
foremost through a guard rail to the ground.
Mr. Schultz said that although several other men were at work harvesting ice at the 
time, no one saw Taddy fall. He said Taddy's pole evidently jammed between two of 
the cakes and when the cakes slipped back down the slide, forced the worker through 
the guard rail.
The injured man was hurried to the municipal hospital.
Mr. Taddy was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Taddy, Route 2, Two Rivers. He was born 
in Green Bay in 1908. The family moved to Two Rivers in 1915. He was not married.
Parents Survive
Survivors are the parents; five brothers, Jerome, Norbert, Archie, Leonard, Joseph, 
all of Two Rivers; six sisters, Mrs. Chester Th???e, Mrs. Ray Hoffman, Elaine, Grace 
and Dorothy, all of Two Rivers, and Bernice, Green Bay.
The body was removed to the Klein and Stangel, Inc. mortuary, Two Rivers. Funeral 
arrangements have not been completed.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, January 20, 1938 P. 2 
********
Funeral Monday
Funeral services for Aloysius Taddy, 29, (above) Two Rivers, who was fatally injured 
Thursday when he fell from an ice loading platform at the Schultz icehouse in Two 
Rivers, will be held Monday at 9 a.m from the St. Lukes Catholic church, Two Rivers. 
The body is at Klein and Stangel, Inc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, January 22, 1938 P. 4


ANNA TADDY    (d. 1961)

Mrs. Anna Taddy, 77, former Town of Two Rivers resident, who had been making 
her home with a daughter, Mrs. Chester Thiede, of 3142 Memorial Dr., Two Rivers, 
died shortly before midnight Monday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, the Rev. 
Jerome Taddy, a grandson, assistant pastor at Sacred Heart Church, Shawano, 
officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Taddy, nee Anna Beitzel, was born March 27, 1884, at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late Nicholas and Catherine Krajeck Beitzel. She was married Nov. 26, 
1901, at Two Rivers to Joseph Taddy. Afer their marriage the couple lived in 
Green Bay and Kewaunee before settling on a farm on Rt. 2, Two Rivers, in 1916. 
Mr. Taddy died June 14, 1940. She was a member of the Altar Society of St. Luke 
parish, Two Rivers, and the Women's Catholic Order of Foresters of Two Rivers.
Surviving are five other daughters, Mrs. George Wichlacz, Mrs. Ray Hoffman and 
Mrs. Daniel Lorrigan of Two Rivers, Mrs. Richard Villers of Green Bay and Mrs. 
Leonard Reindl of Manitowoc; four sons, Norbert and Archie of Two Rivers, Leonard 
of Maple Grove and Joseph Jr. of the Town of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Eli 
Gauthier of Two Rivers, 40 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, October 31, 1961 P. 9


GENEVIEVE TADDY

Mrs. Genevieve Taddy, 83, of 1900 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning 
at home.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Earl 
Brouchoud will be celebrant at the solemn requiem Mass and burial will be in 
Calvary Cemetery.
Mrs. Taddy, nee Genevieve Perdzock, was born July 14, 1882, at Oconto, daughter 
of the late Ignatius and Barbara Kimmes Perdzock. She was married to Paul Taddy 
Sept. 19, 1916, at St. Luke Catholic Church. Since their marriage the couple 
lived at Two Rivers. He died April 12, 1952. Mrs. Taddy was a member of St. Luke 
Altar Society.
Survivors include three daughters, Sister M. Peter, of Bronx, N.Y., and Mrs. 
Ralph Schroeder and Mrs. James Londo, of Two Rivers; four sons, Raymond, of Two 
Rviers, Luke, Victor and Cyril, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; five sisters, Sister M. 
Alipia, of Mequon, Mrs. Victor St Peter, of Menasha, Mrs. Guy Williams, of 
Marinette, Mrs. Chester McTavish, of Oconto and Mrs. Barbara Taddy, of Manitowoc; 
four brothers, George Perdzock, of Oconto, James Perdzock, of Marinette, Joseph 
Perdzock, of Forest City, Ark., and Peter Perdzock, of Milwaukee; 40 grandchildren 
and three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 27, 1965 P. 3


JOS. J. TADDY    (d. 1940)

Chairman Joseph John Taddy, 60, of the town of Two Rivers, and member of the 
County Board since 1938, died early today at the municipal hospital in Two 
Rivers following a three weeks illness.
Mr. Taddy's condition became critical early this week when he submitted to 
blood transfusions in an effort to save his life.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 8:30 a.m., from the Klein and Stangel, 
Inc., funeral home in Two Rivers and at nine o'clock from the St. Luke's church. 
Interment will be in Calvary cemetery, Two Rivers.
Members of the County Board will attend the funeral in a body and will meet at 
the Hamilton Community House at 8 a.m. Tuesday.
Mr. Taddy was born in the town of Two Rivers on April 14, 1880, and was one of 
the founders of the present Two Rivers Dairy. He retired from the dairy business 
for a few years and two years ago started the Taddy dairy farm.
For several years Mr. Taddy was employed as a stationary engineer. Shortly after 
his marriage to Miss Anna Beitzel in 1901 he moved to Kewaunee, where for three 
years he was engineer at the Leyse Aluminum Company. From there he moved to Green 
Bay and in the next ten years held positions as engineer, first at the refomatory 
and then at the St. Mary's hospital.
Twenty-four years ago he moved back to the town of Two Rivers and took up farming 
on route 2. He continued farming up until his illness.
In addition to serving three terms on the County Board on which body he held 
several important committee posts. Mr. Taddy served as a member of the town school 
board for many years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Catholic Order 
of Foresters and St. Luke's Holy Name society.
Survivors are the widow; five sons, Jerome and Norbert of Two Rivers, and Archie, 
Leonard and Joseph, Jr., at home; six daughters, Mrs. Edna Thiede, Mrs. Bernice 
Wichlacz and Mrs. Lorraine Hoffman, all of Two Rivers, and Misses Elaine, Grace 
and Dorothy Mae at home; his mother, Mrs. Mary Taddy of Two Rivers; five brothers, 
Nick, Paul, William, George and Anton, all of Two Rivers; eight sisters, Mrs. Julia 
Filliez, Mrs. Mary Le Clair, Mrs. Agnes Le Clair, Mrs. Rose Pasek, Mrs. Katherine 
Gagnon,and Mrs. Adeline Gagnon, all of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Cele Becker and Mrs. 
Genevieve Francis, both of Sheboygan; and seventeen grandchildren.
The body was removed to the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home where it may be 
viewed until the time of the funeral. The rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 14, 1940 P. 10


MARY TADDY    (d. 1945)

Mrs. Mary Taddy, 84, widow of Nick Taddy, prominent Two Rivers resident, died 
early this morning at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital following a lingering 
illness.
Funeral services for the deceased will be held at 9:30 o'clock Friday morning 
at St. Luke's Catholic church with the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo celebrating 
the requiem high mass. Interment will be in Calvary cemetery. The body is at 
the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home where friends may call after 2 p.m. 
Wednesday.
Nee Mary Palm, Mrs. Taddy was born on Jan. 17, 1861, in her parents' home on 
the south side of Two Rivers. In October, 1879, she was united in marriage to 
Nick Taddy and the couple moved into one of the houses of the Wisconsin Leather 
company where Mr. Taddy was employed. Later the couple moved to the farm of 
Mrs. Taddy's parents. Mr. Taddy died in 1923.
Surviving Mrs. Taddy are five sons, Nick Jr., Paul, William, George and Anton, 
all of Two Rivers, and eight daughters, Mrs. George Filliez and Mrs. George 
LeClair of route 1, Two Rivers, Mrs. Francis LeClair, Mrs. Mark Gagnon, Mrs. 
Charles Pasek and Mrs. Martin Gagnon of Two Rivers; Mrs. Frank Becker and Mrs. 
Joseph Francis of Sheboygan, 72 grandchildren and 46 great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 30, 1945  P.2


NIC TADDY

GRIM REAPER TAKES WELL KNOWN PEOPLE OF TWO RIVERS
Nic Taddy Funeral This Morning; Mrs. Sam Willot to Be Laid to Rest this Afternoon
The summons which sooner or later comes to all, came to Nic Taddy, well known 
citizen of the Eastside early Tuesday morning, when he passed away after an 
illness of two weeks, the immediate cause of his death being inflamatory rheumatism. 
For over fifty years he has been a resident of Two Rivers and vicinity where he was 
respected by all who knew him as a man of industry and good ideals. He came to this 
country from Poland, with his parents at the age of eleven years and has resided 
in Two Rivers and vicinity for 54 years. Fifty years he spent on a farm north of 
this city and being a successful farmer he was able to retire four years ago when 
he purchased a new dwelling on the Eastside where he made his home since.
Deceased held town offices and took interest in public affairs. He was a member of 
the Knights of Columbus, Catholic Knights and St. Joseph Society. He is survived 
by his widow, nee Mary Plam, to whom he was married 44 years ago. They were blessed 
with fifteen children who survive as follows:  Mrs. George Filliez, Mrs. George 
LeClaire, Mrs. Francis LeClaire, Mrs. Mark Gagnon, Cecelia, Rose, Adeline, Genevieve, 
Joseph, Nic, Wm, Paul, John, George and Anton. All are residents of Two Rivers.
Deceased also leaves three brothers, John, Frank and Paul and three sisters, Mrs. 
Mary Moletsky, Mrs. Martha Schroeder and Miss Anna Taddy. The funeral will take place 
Friday morning from the residence, 2002 Jackson Street with services at St. Luke's 
church, Rev. Father Little officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., July 13, 1923
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Notes from Two Rivers:
Nic Taddy, aged 65, died at his home on the East side on July 10th. His death was 
due to inflammatory rheumatism. Deceased was born in Poland and came to this country 
with his parents at the age of 11 years. He resided for fifty years on a farm in 
the Town of Two Rivers and came to this city about four years ago to make his home. 
He is survived by his wife and fifteen children as follows: Mrs. George Filliez, Mrs. 
Geo. LeClaire, Mrs. Mark Gagnon, Celcilia, Rose, Adeline, Genevieve, Joseph, Nic, Wm, 
Paul, John, George and Anton. All are residents of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 17, 1923
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Those from out of town who attended the funeral of Nic Taddy Friday were Mr. and 
Mrs. Frank Taddy, Kewaunee; Frank Taddy and  mother of Oshkosh; Mrs. Kotchka of 
Oshkosh; Mr. and Mrs. Math Poth, Mrs. Jos. Poth, Mrs. Mubert Poth and son, all of 
Milwaukee; Mrs. Jos. Bourne and daughter of Minneapolis; Mr. and Mrs. Chas Westphal, 
Mr. and Mrs. Wm Westphal of Sheboygan; Mrs. Jos. Kaufman and children of Oconto 
Falls, John Perdzock of Manitowoc and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rumph of Oconto Falls.
The Reporter, Fri., July 20, 1923


PAUL TADDY JR.    (d. 1897)

Paul Tady
birth: 1895 Two Rivers, Wis.
death: 25 May 1897 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Two Rivers, Wis.
father: Paul Tady
mother: Mary
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


PAUL TADDY    (d. 1929)

PAUL TADDY DIES TODAY AT HOSPITAL
Paul Taddy, native of Two Rivers, but who for years conducted a hotel in
Kewaunee, passed away this morning at the municipal hospital. For the past
two years he has been located on one of his farms in the town of Two Rivers
and underwent an operation yesterday at the hospital. He was 60 years of 
age and was born in the city but after his marriage located at Kewaunee to
engage in the hotel business.
Besides his widow he is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Dan Hamachek of
this city, Mrs. John Fisher(?), Milwaukee, Miss Francis, a student at Stout
Institute at Menomonie, Wis., one son Frank at Kewaunee, a brother, Ald. 
John J. Tadych, and a sister, Mrs. Michael Mileske both of Two Rivers.
Funeral arrangements have not been made but will probably be held Friday,
with interment in this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday April 2, 1929, Two Rivers Section


PAUL TADDY    (d. 1952)

Funeral services for Paul F. Taddy, 67, 1900 Jackson St., Two Rivers, who 
died shortly before noon Saturday when stricken with a heart attack on the 
municipal sanitary fill project, will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday with a solemn 
requiem high mass at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Interment will be 
in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Celebrant at the mass will be the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo, while Revs. 
Lawrence A. Stingle and Patrick McMahon will be deacon and sub-deacon, 
respectively.
In the sanctuary will be the Rev. Joseph Hammes of Crown Point, Ind., at whose 
parish a daughter of Mr. Taddy is a teaching sister. 
Mr. Taddy was born in the town of Two Rivers in 1885, a son of the late Nicholas 
and Mary Palm Taddy. In his youth he assisted on the farm and also was engaged 
as a milk distributor in Two Rivers. For more than 30 years he pursued the 
commercial fishing enterprise, having operated a pound net rig for a greater 
period. Retiring from the fishing business, he worked for a number of years at 
the Caron Net Company and up to the time of his death he was in charge of the 
sanitary fill project in Two Rivers. 
In 1916 he married Genevieve Perdzock. She survives with three daughters, Sister 
Peter of Crown Point, Ind., and Mrs. Ralph Schroeder and Mrs. James Londo, both 
of Route 2, Two Rivers, and four sons, Raymond and Luke Taddy of Route 2, Two 
Rivers, and Victor and Cyril Taddy, both at home.
There are also eight sisters, Mrs. George Filliez of Route 2, Two Rivers, Mrs. 
George Le Clair of Route 1, Two Rivers, Mrs. Francis Le Clair of McNaughton, Wis., 
Mrs. Mark Gagnon, Mrs. Charles Pasek and Mrs. Martin Gagnon of Two Rivers, and 
Mrs. Frank Becker and Mrs. Joseph Francis of Sheboygan, and two brothers, William 
of Route 2, Two Rivers, and Anton Taddy of Two Rivers, and 16 grandchildren.
For many years Mr. Taddy was affiliated with the St. Joseph Society, of which he 
had been a member of the board of directors. He also was a member of the Holy name 
society and the Catholic Family.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, until the 
time of services. The rosary will be recited at 7:45 pm. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 14, 1952  P.6
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[Paul Frank Taddy]


ANNA TADYCH    (d. 1924)

Notes from Two Rivers:
Mrs. Anna Tadych, age 72, died on Sept. 4, at the home of her son, 
John Raminsky in the Town of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 13, 1923
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Mrs. Anna Tadych, aged 72 years, answered the summons of death at the home of her 
daughter, Mrs. John Rumensky in the town of Two Rivers Wednesday morning after a 
protracted illness. Mrs. Tadych was born in Poland and has been a resident of the 
country forty-five years. She at first resided at Milwaukee and 25 years ago came 
here with her family. She was the mother of Frank Tadych, proprietor of the 
National Caf? here and a stepmother to John Tadych, owner of the Empire Theatre 
and Buffet.
Her husband passed away twenty years ago and Mrs. Tadych made her home with her 
daughter, Mrs. John Ruminsky. She also leaves four other daughters, Miss Anna 
Tadych of Milwaukee, Miss Martha Tadych and Mrs. A. Kaprosky and Mrs. M. Moletsky 
of this city and a son, Paul of the Town of Two Rivers. The funeral will be this 
morning at ten with services at Sacred Heart Church, Rev. T. Malkowski officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 7, 1923
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(Note: stone reads 1924)


ANNA TADYCH    (d. 1976)

Mrs. Anna Tadych, 90, formerly of 1310-22nd St., Two Rivers, died Monday 
morning at St. Joseph Hospital, Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate with burial in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Tadych, nee Anna Panowitz, was born Aug. 22, 1885, at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late John and Mary Mrotek Panowitz. 
Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Frances Myszewski, of Milwaukee and Mrs. 
Herbert (Helen) Moerschel, of West Allis and nieces and nephews. Two brothers 
and four sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 5 
p.m. Tuesday, where a memorial service will be at 7:45 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, April 26, 1976  P.18 

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(15 Aug 1885/Apr 1976/SSDI)


ANTHONY TADYCH

Mr. and Mrs. Nic Taddy of this city lost their little four year old son yesterday. 
He was a bright and pretty boy.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Aug. 18, 1896
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Anton Tady
Vital • Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907
Name	Anton Tady
Death Date	17 Aug 1896
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Page	0125
Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907
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Anton Tady
Vital • Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
Name	Anton Tady
Sex	Male
Age	3
Death or Burial Place	Wisconsin, United States
Death or Burial Place (Original)	Two Rivers, Wis
Death Date	17 Aug 1896
Death Place	Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Birth Year (Estimated)	1893
Birthplace	Two Rivers, Wis.
Race	W
Ethnicity	American
Father's Name	John Tady
Father's Sex	Male
Mother's Name	Julia
Mother's Sex	Female
Cemetery	Catholic
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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Anton Tady
Death • Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907
Name	Anton Tady
Sex	Male
Age	3y
Death Date	1896
Death Place	Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Race	W
Father's Name	John Tady
Mother's Name	Julia Tady
Birth Year (Estimated)	1893
Birthplace	Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wis.
Burial Place	Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wis.
Cemetery	Catholic Cemetery
Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907


JOHN TADYCH    (d. 1949)

John J. Tadych, Civic Leader at Two Rivers, Dies
John J. Tadych, 83, Two Rivers business leader, former bank president and city 
official, died this morning at the Alexian Brothers hospital in Oshkosh. 
Mr. Tadych, active in business, civic and public affairs in Two Rivers for 
nearly 60 years, had been in ill health in recent years. He was a patient at 
the hospital since September, 1947. He served as president of the bank and 
chairman of the board until illness forced his retirement in 1948.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Friday at the Sacred Heart Catholic 
church in Two Rivers. The Rev. Joseph Gabryzek will officiate, assisted by the 
Revs. John Schmitt of Two Rivers and John Landowski of this city. Burial will 
be in Calvary cemetery there.
Mr. Tadych was born aboard an ocean liner when his parents were enroute here 
from Poland in 1866. The family came to this city and after three years moved 
north of Two Rivers. In 1887 he married Miss Julia Shekowski and they moved to 
Sheboygan where he was employed until 1888. Returning to Two Rivers he was one 
of the first employes of the Hamilton-Katz Wood Type company, forerunner of the 
Hamilton Manufacturing company.
Erected Building.
In May, 1900, he left the Hamilton firm and purchased the Washington House in 
Two Rivers which he operated as a hotel and tavern until 1909, when he sold the 
property to John Wilsmann. He then erected the Empire building, which extends 
north on the east side of Washington street from 18th street, which stands as 
one of Two Rivers finer buildings.
The building housed a tavern, restaurant, and the Empire theater, which was 
managed by Mr. Tadych and his son, John W. Tadych. 
In 1921, he purchased the old opera house and remodeled it to accommodate public 
amusements and attractions. He sold the opera house site 11 years later to the 
government as a location for the present post office in Two Rivers. 
Active in City Affairs 
He became vitally interested in Two Rivers city affairs. He served seven years 
as an alderman under the mayor-aldermanic form and four years as a councilman 
under the city manager plan, being president of the council for a term. He also 
served five years on the county board.
Mr. Tadych was named a director of the Two Rivers Savings bank in 1933 and was 
elected president of the bank the following years, serving until 1943. He was 
then chosen chairman of the board until illness forced him to retire from the 
position in 1948. 
Surviving are a son, John W., of Two Rivers, a daughter, Mrs. Rose Borusky of 
Two Rivers, and three grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home in Two Rivers after 7 p.m. 
Wednesday where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 27, 1949  P.2
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[John J. Tadych, Sr.]


JOHN W. TADYCH    (d. 1950)

John W. (Jack) Tadych, 52 (above) well known Two Rivers businessman and 
sportsman, died Wednesday night at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital. He 
had been ill only 10 days.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Beduhn, Deja and 
Martin funeral chapel, Two Rivers. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery there.
He was born in Two Rivers in 1897 and attended school there later enrolling 
in a business college here. He assisted his father, the late John J. Tadych, 
who operated the old Empire theater and when his father acquired the opera 
house, now the site of the post office, he aided the elder Tadych in staging 
movies and dances. 
With conversion of the Empire building into a business block in 1924, he went 
into the tavern business. He retired from business last December.
Mr. Tadych was perhaps best known for his promotion and participation in 
sporting events. He was a prominent pocket and three cushion billiard player 
and at one time advanced to the finals of the Wisconsin three cushion tournament. 
He was also an enthusiastic baseball fan and could often be seen watching local 
sandlot games. He frequently traveled to Chicago to watch the Cubs. 
In later years he promoted dances at the Hamilton Community House. He was a 
member of the Eagles and the American Legion.
Surviving are his wife, the former Gladys McClure, who he married in Waukegan 
20 years ago; and a sister, Mrs. Joseph Borusky of Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 9, 1950  P.2
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[John Wilbur Tadych]


JULIA TADYCH

Mrs. John J. Tadych, 78, of 1201 Washington street, Two Rivers, died at her 
home Thursday evening following a lingering illness.
Services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at the Sacred Heart Catholic church 
in Two Rivers with the Rev. Joseph Gabryszk? officiating. Burial will be in 
Calvary cemetery there.
Born Julia Shikowski in Chicago in 1869, Mrs. Tadych moved to the Sandy Bay 
area north of Two Rivers with her parents when two years of age. She was 
married to Mr. Tadych at the St. Luke Catholic church, Two Rivers, in 1887?, 
and a short time later the couple moved to Sheboygan.
Returning to Two Rivers in 1888, Mr. Tadych became one of the first employes 
of the Hamilton-Katz Wood Type Manufacturing company, which later became the 
Hamilton Manufacturing company of today.
Mrs. Tadych had formerly been active in social and charitable work in Two 
Rivers, being a member of the Apostolate and Ladies Charitable societies.
Surviving are the husband, one son, John Jr., and a daughter, Mrs. Joseph 
Borusky, both of Two Rivers, and three grandchildren.
The body is at the Beduhn funeral home in Two Rivers where it may be viewed 
from 7 p.m. Saturday until the time of services Monday morning. The Rosary 
will be recited at 8  p.m. Sunday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 17, 1948  P.2


PAWEL TADYCH

Death last Thurs. of Town Two Rivers resident Paul Taddy(sic) of kidney 
disease. The deceased was born in Germany in 1823 and came to America 
in 1844, immediately occupying the farm which he has worked ever since. 
He is survived by his widow and 7 children. The funeral was held Saturday.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Sep. 1903
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Paul Taddy(sic) of the Town of Two Rivers died last Thursday of kidney trouble, 
after an illness of only a few days. He was one of the first settlers of that 
town and was one of the well-to-do farmers living on the Range Line. About two 
years ago he gave his farm to his faithful step son, John Ruminski. He was born 
in Germany in 1823 and came to this county in 1844, settling on the place where 
his death took place. He leaves a wife and seven children, all in comfortable 
circumstances. His funeral took place last Saturday from Sacred Heart Church. 
He was a good man and a devout Christian and was esteemed by all his neighbors.
The Chronicle, Tues., Sept. 1, 1903


THERESA TADYCH

Miss Theresa Tadych Dies
Death came as an end of more than a year of suffering to Miss Theresa 
Tadych, who died at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. John Tadych, 
Empire building at 6 o'clock Sunday evening. Miss Tadych always made 
her home here and was popular and favorably known enjoying a wide circle 
of frends (sic). She was a member of the Junior Sodality of the Sacred 
Heart church from where funeral services will be held at 9 o'clock 
Wednesday morning, Rev. Malkowsky officiating at the services. Burial 
will take place at Pioneer Rest cemetery.
Decedent is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John J. Tadych, one 
sister, Mrs. Joseph Borusky and a brother John Jr., all of whom reside 
here. A number of people from out of the city will be here for the 
funeral services.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, April 21, 1924 P.2
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A popularly beloved young woman passed away Sunday evening when Miss Theresa 
Tadych, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Tadych of this city answered the summons 
of death after long suffering from a throat affliction. Deceased was born in 
Two Rivers 30 years ago. Miss Tadych assisted her father who conducts the 
Empire Theatre in his business. She was possessed of a noble disposition which 
endeared her to many besides her own family. Altho she hoped to recover and 
everything possible was done to service her life, she realized on Sunday morning 
that the end was near and so informed her family and she passed away peacefully 
at the close of day. The funeral was held Wednesday morning from Sacred Heart 
Church, Rev. Father Malkowsky officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., Apr. 25, 1924


ELIZABETH TEGEN

Funeral services for Elizabeth, daughter of Milton and Donna LeClair Tegen, 
of 2116 Jackson St., Two Rivers, who died shortly after birth at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital Friday, were at 2 p.m. Friday at Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Adolph Dolezal officiating.
Surviving besides the parents, four sisters and six brothers are the maternal 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Le Clair, of McNaughton, Wis. 
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, had charge of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 7, 1961  P.11


JOHANNA TEGEN

Mrs. Johanna Tegen, 46, lifelong resident of Two Rivers, died at her home at 
5:30 this morning, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held 
at Two Rivers, from the Beduhn funeral home at 8:30 Tuesday morning and at 9 
o'clock from St. Mark's Catholic Church. The Rev. Peter Nilles will officiate 
and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The rosary will be recited at the 
funeral home Monday evening at 7:45.
Mrs. Tegen, nee Johanna Neumann, was born in Two Rivers, July 31, 1896, the 
daughter of the late John and Barbara Christoffel Neumann. She attended St. 
Luke's parochial school.
Preceding her marriage to Rudolph Tegen on Oct. 22, 1918, she was cashier at the 
Two Rivers Mercantile Comapny for a number of years. Mr. Tegen died on May 28, 
1925 and since that time Mrs. Tegen and her two children have made their home 
with Mr. Tegen's brother, Walter on the southside.
Survivors are a daughter, Anita and a son, Milton, at home; the mother, Mrs. John 
Neumann; three sisters, Mrs. Rufus Burby and Mrs. Louis Kubalek of Two River and 
Sr. M. Clarintine of Fond du Lac and six brothers, Joseph, Bernard, john, Leo, 
Paul and Louis Neumann, all of Two Rivers.
Mrs. Tegen was active in church affairs and St. Mark's since its organization many 
years ago. She was a charter member of the St. Mark's Altar Society and a member 
of the Catholic Knights Auxiliary.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Nov. 17, 1942 page 16
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Mr. Rudolph Tegen and Miss Johanna Neumann, popular Southside young people were 
married at St. Luke's church Tuesday morning.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 24, 1918


JOYCE TEGEN

An infant daughter of Rudolph Tegen died Saturday. The child, aged seven months, 
had been in ill health several weeks. The funeral was held Monday from St. 
Luke's church.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 9, 1922


RUDOLPH TEGEN

RUDOLPH TEGEN DROPS DEAD IN TWO RIVERS
Had Been Ill and Was Waiting to See Physician
(By Staff Correspondent)
TWO RIVERS, May 29.-Rudolph Tegen, well known resident of this city passed 
away in the waiting room of Dr. Farrell yesterday afternoon, death being due 
to a heart attack. The deceased has been ill for some time, but his sudden 
death was a great shock to his family and friends. Mr. Tegen was forty-four 
years of age and was employed in Plant No. 1 of the Aluminum Goods 
Manufacturing company.
He leaves besides his wife and father, two children, Anita aged five, and 
Milton, an infant.
The funeral will be held Monday morning at nine o'clock with services at St. 
Mark's church.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 29, 1925  P.2
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The funeral of R. Tegen was held from St. Mark's this morning at 9 o'clock and 
was very largely attended. 
Manitowoc Herald News, June 1, 1925  P.7 
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Mr. Rudolph Tegen and Miss Johanna Neumann, popular Southside young people were 
married at St. Luke's church Tuesday morning.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 24, 1918


WINIFRED L. THOMAS

Mourn Death of Babe
Mr. and Mrs. William Thomas, 1812 East street, mourn the death of their three 
months old daughter Winifred, who passed away at the home early this morning. 
The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, the Rev. C. V. Hugo 
officiating and burial will be at Calvary. The babe was born March 17 and 
besides the parents is survived by two brothers, Richard and Clayton.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 21, 1927  P.12


ANTON THOMASCHEFSKI

A six year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Tomaschefski(sic) of the Eastside died 
last week.
The Chronicle, Tues., Apr. 22, 1902
*********
1902 Apr 17 TOMESHESKEY(sic) (no name) (county death index v.7 p.66)
(This entry belongs in Calvary cemetery, Two Rivers because it was 
the only Catholic cemetery in Two Rivers in 1902)
*********
Anton Tomeshesky (sic)
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name Anton Tomeshesky
Event Type Death
Event Date 1902
Event Place Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place Two Rivers, Wis.
Gender Male
Age 6
Marital Status Single
Race W
Birth Date 05 Apr 1896
Birth Year (Estimated) 1896
Birthplace Two Rivers, Wis.
Burial Place Two Rivers, Wis.
Cemetery Catholic Cemetery
Father's Name Joseph Tomeshesky
Father's Birthplace Poland
Mother's Name Mary Tomeshesky
Mother's Birthplace Poland	
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch 
Anton Tomeshesky, 1902; citing Death, Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
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Anton Fomeshesky (sic)
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials
Name Anton Fomeshesky
Gender Male
Burial Place Two Rivers, Wis.
Death Date 17 Apr 1902
Death Place Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age 6
Birth Date 05 Apr 1896
Birthplace Two Rivers, Wis.
Race White
Marital Status Single
Father's Name Joseph Fomeshesky
Father's Birthplace Poland
Mother's Name Mary
Mother's Birthplace Poland
Citing this Record
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch
Anton Fomeshesky, 17 Apr 1902; citing Catholic Cemetery, Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co.


MARTHA THOMASCHEFSKI

Mrs. Martha Tomaschefski(sic) died at her home on the Eastside last week Friday. 
She was the mother of seventeen children, ten living and seven dead. She was 
-illegible- having been born at West Prussin. She had been in ill health for the 
past eight years but always managed to attend to the arduous household duties of 
her large family during this time. She was taken ill a week before death. Her 
sons, Frank, a game warden of Milwaukee, John, a fisherman of Green Bay and Anton 
of Lena were present at her deathbed when she bade all good bye and passed away. 
She was a devoted mother. The funeral occurred from Sacred heart Church Monday 
morning.
The Reporter, Sat., Nov. 22, 1913
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Notes From Two Rivers:
Mrs. Jos. Tomaschefsky (sic), aged 51, died at her home on the East side, last 
Friday after an illness of three months. She was born in Germany and was married 
in that country, coming to America about 25 years ago with her husband. Since 
then she resided in this city. She was the mother of fifteen children, nine boys 
and six girls, who with a husband survive her. The funeral took place on Monday 
from Sacred Heart church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, November 20, 1913 P. 8


FRED THOMPSON

Man Stricken in Kitchen of Home
Heart Disease is Fatal to Fred Thompson Last Evening
Fred Thompson, 70, 916 W. Lorain, was found dead at 7:30 last night in the 
kitchen of his home. Dr. H.W. Ellsworth, coroner, said that Thompson had 
apparently fallen dead of heart disease while preparing his evening meal. 
The coroner said Thompson came to his home about 5 o'clock yesterday 
afternoon.
Milton Daniels, who lives at the Thompson home, returned at 7:30 last night 
and discovered Thompson lying on the kitchen floor near the stove. Flames from 
the gas stove had burned through the bottom of a kettle of soup and the house 
was filled with smoke. Thompson was dragged outside and the fire department called, 
but attempts at resuscitation with a pulmotor were futile.
Born in Sweden in 1868, Thompson was a member of St. Mary Church. He was employed 
for many years at the Guenther Cement Products Company. There are no survivors. 
The funeral will be held at 8:30 Wednesday morning at Wichmann Funeral Home with 
services at 9 o'clock at St. Mary Church. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. Prayer services will be held at the funeral home at 7:30 tomorrow 
night.
Appleton Post Crescent, Mon., Apr. 25, 1938 page 4


JENNIE THOMPSON

The funeral of Mrs. Frank Thompson of Appleton, formerly Miss Jennie Langlois 
of this city, occurred Saturday morning from St. Luke's Church. Mrs. Thompson, 
aged 46, passed away at her home in Appleton after an illness of one week. The 
remains were brought to the home of her brother, William, 1921 Jackson Street 
Friday. 
Deceased was a native of this city. She is survived by her husband, five brothers, 
Joseph and Ben of Chicago, Charles of New York and Moses and William of this city. 
Also four sisters, Mrs. Delia Harrington, Mrs. Francis Vandreuil and Miss Rose of 
this city and Mrs. Captain Dionne of Sheboygan.
The Reporter, Thurs., Dec. 2, 1920


ANNA TINDES

The funeral of Anna Laura Tinder(sic), two months old infant of Mr. and Mrs. 
Virgil Tinder was held Sunday, the child having died on Thursday. Interment 
was at Calvary Cemetery.
The Reporter, Fri., June 6, 1924


CLAYTON TOMCHECK

An infant of Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Tomcheck died Wednesday. The funeral will 
be this morning.
The Reporter, Fri., Dec. 29, 1916


FRANK TOMCHECK

Death called Frank Tomcheck in the flower of youth and up to a few days before 
apparently in good health, last Sunday morning after an illness of four days. 
He was taken with an attack of appendicitis and complications developed which 
made his illness hopeless. Deceased was twenty-three years of age having been 
born in the Town of Two Rivers. He has resided her for six months. Only six 
months ago he was married to Miss Catherine Rhode who now mourns his untimely 
death. He is survived by his mother, three brothers, John, Charles and Joseph 
and two sisters, Mary and Theresa. He was with the colors for nearly two years 
serving twenty-two months in the navy, eleven of which were spent overseas. He 
was a volunteer. The funeral was Wednesday morning from St. Luke's Church.
The Reporter, Thurs., Jan. 8, 1920
*********
Mrs. George Gernier, who was called to Two Rivers to attend the funeral of the 
late Frank Tomachek(sic), has returned to her home at Fond du Lac.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, 09 Jan 1920 pg 3
*********
Frank Tomchek and Miss Catherine Rhode were united in marriage Monday morning 
at St. Luke's church. They departed on a short wedding trip.
The Reporter, Thurs., June 26, 1919


JOHN TOMCHEK

The death of John Tomschek, who was buried last Friday, was caused by a fall through 
a trap door at the Pail Factory Dry House, it is said. The fall occurred about two weeks 
ago. His family will get $500 from the Mann Mutual Aid and Accident Insurance Co., 
of this city, in which company he was insured.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Mar. 19, 1895  


ALBERT J.  TOMCZYK

Albert J. Tommcheck, aged 69 years, passed away at his home on Jefferson Street 
Sunday night after a long period of ill health, due to hardening of the arteries. 
Deceased was born in Poland, April 2, 1855. At the age of 12 he came to this 
country with his parents to settle in Saginaw, Mich. Shortly after his marriage 
to Anna Polzin of that city, he took up his residence here. A little more than 
a year ago his wife and youngest son passed away. He was a member of the St. 
Joseph and St. Stanislaus societies and of Sacred Heart Congregation.
Deceased is survived by two brothers, Walter of this city and Frank of Chicago; 
two sisters, Mrs.Anna Suboski of Saginaw, Mich., and a sister in Poland. He also 
leaves eight children, Mrs. Urban St. Pierre, Miss Mary Tomcheck, Albert Tomcheck, 
Jr., John Tomcheck, Mrs. Martha Heinkle, Martin G. Tomcheck, Mike J. Tomcheck and 
Gertrude Tomcheck. The funeral took place Thursday morning from the Sacred Heart 
Church.
The Reporter, Fri., Apr. 4, 1924


MARYANNA TOMCZYK    (d. 1895)

Mary Tomchek   (sic)
birth: 1870 Poland  (sic)
death: 13 January 1895 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Two Rivers,
father: John Stephani
mother: Matilda
spouse: Joseph Tomchek
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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B. year is off


PAWEL TOMCZYK

Notes from Two Rivers:
Paul Tomcheck(sic), son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Tomcheck, Jefferson Street, died 
after a lingering illness due to inflammatory rheumatism, Wednesday morning. 
Deceased is survived by his parents and four brothers and four sisters. The 
funeral took place from Sacred Heart Church Saturday morning. The Rev. Malkowsky 
officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 14 1922
*******
The funeral of Paul Tomcheck(sic), son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Tomcheck, 2219 
Jefferson Street, took place from Sacred Heart Church Saturday morning. Deceased 
was a victim of inflammatory rheumatism. He passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 6. 
He was a local high school student and popular among his fellows. He leaves his 
parents, four brothers, Albert, John, Michael and Martin and four sisters, Mrs. 
St. Pierre, Anna, Mrs. Martha Heinkel and Gertrude, all of this city.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 15, 1922


ARTHUR O. TOMEK

Arthur Tomek, 58, Engineer, Dies at Maryland Home 
Arthur O. Tomek, 56, former Two Rivers city engineer, and later in charge of 
the Two Rivers filtration and sewage disposal plants, died of a heart attack 
at his home at Hyattsville, Maryland, early Wednesday morning, according to 
messages received today.
The body will be brought to Two Rivers for services on interment on Saturday, 
and will be taken to the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home.
Mr. Tomek was in charge of the sanitation district covering numerous villages 
near Washington, D.C. for the past few years after he left Two Rivers as a 
civilian employe of the war department to direct sanitation projects in the 
army camps during World War II. 
Born in Two Creeks
A member of a widely known Two Rivers family, Mr. Tomek was born in the town 
of Two Creeks on March 9, 1854, where his father, Wenzel A. Tomek, who has 
been residing with his son at Hyattsville, was teaching school. He attended 
the Two Creeks district school and when the family moved to Manitowoc he 
attended the Fifth ward school. The Tomeks came to Two Rivers a year later 
and Arthur attended the St. Luke's parochial school. In 1914 he was graduated 
from Two Rivers high school.
Graduating from Marquette university in Milwaukee in 1918 with a degree in civil 
engineering, Mr. Tomek became an assistant to the city engineer at Manitowoc, 
remaining until 1920 when he took a position as draftsman at the Hamilton 
Manufacturing company in Two Rivers. In 1922 the Tomek family moved to Detroit 
where Mr. Tomek joined the engineering department of the Ford Motor company.
Took Highway Job 
Mr. Tomek returned to Wisconsin with his family in 1927 and settled at Wisconsin 
Rapids as resident engineer for the Wisconsin highway commission. In 1928 he was 
transferred to Manitowoc to become county highway engineer, remaining until 1931 
when he took over the city engineer position in Two Rivers. 
In 1935 Mr. Tomek was appointed superintendent of the Two Rivers municipal 
filtration plant and in 1940 when the Two Rivers sewage disposal plant was 
erected he directed the operation of both plants. He resigned in 1942 to take 
an engineering position with the war department in Washington, D.C. and directed 
sanitation projects in many of the nation's army camps during World War II. 
After the war Mr. Tomek directed sanitation projects around the nation's capital 
and became chief of the Hyattsville, Maryland district.
Surviving Mr. Tomek are his wife, the Former Estelle Suettinger, whom he married 
in Two Rivers in 1920, a daughter, Mrs. Blaine Tewksbury, Marietta, Ohio, and a 
son, Arthur Jr. of Hyattsville, his father Wenzel A. Tomek, who made his home 
with his son at Hyattsville, and a brother, Victor, of Altadena, Calif. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 30, 1950  P.14
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[Arthur Otto Tomek]
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The marriage of two well known young people of this city was solemnized at 8 
o'clock this morning when Arthur Tomek and Miss Estella Suettinger took the solemn 
vows before the altar at St. Luke's Church with Rev. Father Hugo officiating.
The wedding party entered the church to the pretty music of Hearts and Flowers in 
the presence of many friends and relatives. The bride looked charming in a blue 
suit and blue picture hat, carrying a corsage of ward roses. The attending couple 
was Victor Tomek, a brother of the groom and Miss Ruah Meyer of Manitowoc.
After the ceremony the wedding party and relatives gathered at the home of the 
bride and the bride and groom departed on a wedding trip to Chicago and Detroit, 
Mich. The groom is a son of Wenzel Tomek, manager of the Two Rivers Mercantile Co. 
He is a graduate of the Two Rivers high school and of Marquette University. He 
follows the profession of civil engineer by the Hamilton Mfg. Co. The bride is a 
daughter of R. H. Suettinger, proprietor of the Cash Hardware. She is a graduate 
of the local high school and has been following the profession of nurse at 
Milwaukee being a graduate of Mount Sinai hospital. They will reside in this city, 
1519 19th Street. Both are highly regarded in this community. The Reporter unites 
with their many friends in hearty good wishes and congratulations.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 14, 1920


ESTELLE TOMEK

Mrs. Estella(sic) Tomek, 65 of Bath, Ohio, a member of a pioneer Two Rivers 
mercantile family and widow of Arthur O. Tomek, an early city engineer of 
Two Rivers, died Sunday afternoon at her home.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral 
Home, two Rivers, the Rev. M. J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in 
Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Tomek, nee Estella Suettinger, was born in Two Rivers in 1896, a daughter 
of the late Robert H. and Catherine Gau Suettinger. She was graduated from Two 
Rivers High School with the class of 1915. She was married more than 40 years 
ago to Arthur Tomek in Two Rivers. He died in Maryland in 1950, where the 
family later resided. 
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Blaine Tewksbury, of Bath, Ohio; a son, Arthur, 
of St. Paul, Minn., and a sister, Mrs. Viola Beard, of Pompono (sic) Beach, 
Fla. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 12, 1962  P.11
*******
The marriage of two well known young people of this city was solemnized at 8 
o'clock this morning when Arthur Tomek and Miss Estella Suettinger took the solemn 
vows before the altar at St. Luke's Church with Rev. Father Hugo officiating.
The wedding party entered the church to the pretty music of Hearts and Flowers in 
the presence of many friends and relatives. The bride looked charming in a blue 
suit and blue picture hat, carrying a corsage of ward roses. The attending couple 
was Victor Tomek, a brother of the groom and Miss Ruah Meyer of Manitowoc.
After the ceremony the wedding party and relatives gathered at the home of the 
bride and the bride and groom departed on a wedding trip to Chicago and Detroit, 
Mich. The groom is a son of Wenzel Tomek, manager of the Two Rivers Mercantile Co. 
He is a graduate of the Two Rivers high school and of Marquette University. He 
follows the profession of civil engineer by the Hamilton Mfg. Co. The bride is a 
daughter of R. H. Suettinger, proprietor of the Cash Hardware. She is a graduate 
of the local high school and has been following the profession of nurse at 
Milwaukee being a graduate of Mount Sinai hospital. They will reside in this city, 
1519 19th Street. Both are highly regarded in this community. The Reporter unites 
with their many friends in hearty good wishes and congratulations.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 14, 1920


JOSEPH TOMEK

Joseph Tomek, formerly a resident in Two Rivers, has died in Greenwood,
Wisconsin, of stomach cancer. The body was taken to Two Rivers and buried 
there.
Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1907
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Joseph Tomek, a brother of Wenzel Tomek, whose remains were brought here from 
Greenwood, Wis., for burial two weeks ago, died last Thursday of cancer in the 
stomach. He also formerly lived in Two Creeks, but of late years he resided in 
this city.
The Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 29, 1907


MARY TOMEK

Mrs. Mary Tomek, widow of Joseph Tomek, died at her home on the corner 
of Seventeenth and Adams streets yesterday afternoon, at the age of 
seventy-three. She was born in Bohemia in 1852. She came to this county 
in 1885. Her husband preceded her in death twenty years ago. She leaves 
to mourn her, four daughters, Mrs. Anton Yech, and Mrs. Henry Yech of 
Ludington, Mich., and Mrs. Lo??in and Mrs. Sanders, who lived with her. 
The funeral will take place Monday morning at 9 o'clock from St. Luke's 
church of which she was a member.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, June 20, 1925 P.5

********
Death came as a relief to Mrs. Mary Tomek Friday noon when, at the age of 76, she passed away at her home on the corner of Adams and Seventeenth Street after a long illness. Deceased was born in Pilsen, Bohemia and came to this country thirty-five years ago making this city her home ever since. her husband died 18 years ago. Before the time of her illness she was a busy worker in her garden when the weather permitted.  She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Josephine Lossin and Mrs. Sanders of this city and Misses Mary and Anna Yeck of Ludington, Mich. the funeral was held Monday morning with services at ST. Luke's church.
The Reporter - Fri., June 26, 1925
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Card of Thanks
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy shown us in our bereavement due to the illness and death of our beloved mother and grandmother. We are especially grateful to those who gave the use of their cars to the pallbearers and those of department 8 of Aluminum Goods Plant 4 and others who gave floral tributes.
Mrs. Josephine Lossin and son, Edward
The Reporter - Fri., June 26, 1925

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(Mary Tomek/d. 19 June 1925/age 76 years/from St. Lukes Annual 1925)


THERESA TOMEK

Mrs. Wenzel Tomek, 64, was found dead in bed at her home on 19th street 
this morning. The body was found by her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Victor 
Tomek, and a physician said that she had been dead about six hours. Mrs. 
Tomek had been ill of heart disease for the last year.
Survivors are the widower, head of the Two Rivers Loan and investment 
company, two sons, Arthur and Victor, and two grandchildren.
Her maiden name was Theresa Mathiesen. She was born in the Town of 
Mishicot and would have been 65 years old Thursday. She was married 
at Mishicot Nov. 4, 1892. The couple resided in Two Creeks for a short 
time after their marriage and then moved to Manitowoc where they lived 
for four years. They moved to Two Rivers in 1907.
The funeral will be held Saturday morning at St. Luke's church with the 
Rev. C.V. Hugo officiating. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery Two Rivers. 
The hour of the funeral has not been selected as yet. The body is at the 
Klein and Stangel Inc. funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 19, 1937 P.10


WENZEL TOMEK   (d. 1906)

Wenzel Tomek, a former resident of Town Two Creeks, died Thursday 
last week at the home of his daughter Mrs. Fred Pfunder, Jr., in 
Greenwood, Wisconsin, where he had been living the past few years. 
The body was brought to Two Rivers and the funeral conducted Monday 
morning from the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Jan. 1907
*********
Wenzel Tomak, a former well known resident of the town of Two 
Creeks but who of late years has lived with his daughter, Mrs. 
Fred Pfunder Jr. of Greenwood, Wisconsin, died last Thursday 
and his remains were brought here for interment by his daughter 
last Saturday.  The funeral took place from St. Luke's church 
Monday morning.  He was quite an old man and one of the first 
settlers of the town of Two Creeks.
The Reporter, Sat., 5 Jan. 1907, page 1, col. 4
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Wenzel Tomek, Sr., father of W. Tomek of this city, died last Friday at Greenwood, 
Wis., his demise resulting from diseases due to infirmities of advanced age. The 
decedent was 78 years old. The remains were brought to this city Saturday night 
and the funeral was held at Two Rivers Monday morning from St. Luke's church.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 3, 1907


WENZEL TOMEK    (d. 1951)

Wenzel Tomek, Civic Leader at Two Rivers, Dies
Former Member of County Board Was Ill Several Year 
Wenzel A. Tomek, 81, Two Rivers business and civic leader for years until his 
retirement several years ago, died Thursday at St. Mary home, Manitowoc, where 
he had been a patient since last September.
Mr. Tomek, former member of the Manitowoc county board and a school teacher when 
a young man, had been in failing health recently. He returned to Two Rivers late 
last year when his son, Arthur Tomek, with whom he resided at Hyattsville, Md., 
died. He left Two Rivers in 1942.
Funeral services will be held at 9 o'clock Monday morning at St. Luke Catholic 
church, Two Rivers, rites being delayed because of the inability of his only son, 
Victor Tomek, of Altadena, Calif., to make plane connections. The body was removed 
to the Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Tomek was born in Czechoslovakia in 1869, a son of the late Wenzel and Anna 
Swoboda Tomek. When he was two years old, the family came to this country, settling 
at Two Creeks. Receiving his early education in the schools at Two Creeks, he later 
became a teacher at Two Creeks and Stangelville.
Managed Mercantile 
About 1907 Mr. Tomek came to Two Rivers to operate a grocery store in partnership 
with the late Edward Lehrman of Two Creeks in the original quarters of the Schroeder 
Brothers company on the site of the present Beduhn building. A few years later he 
discontinued the business and took employment as a salesman at the Schuette Brothers 
store at Manitowoc. 
In 1911 Mr. Tomek returned to Two Rivers to become associated with the old Two 
Rivers Mercantile company, now Montgomery Ward, which establishment he had managed 
until the early twenties. Entering the real estate business, Mr. Tomek later, in 
1930, founded the Two Rivers Loan and Investment company, which he managed for a 
number of years. In the middle thirties he retired from the business, turning over 
the management to his son, Victor.
For two years, 1922-23, Mr. Tomek was president of the Wisconsin Retail Grocers' 
association, after earlier, in 1916, founding and heading the Two Rivers Retail 
Merchants association, a predecessor of the Two Rivers Community club, and later 
the present Two Rivers Chamber of Commerce. He also helped to organize the Wisconsin 
Retail Mutual Fire Insurance company of Milwaukee, of which he was a director for 
many years.
Former Supervisor 
In the twenties Mr. Tomek was a member of the Manitowoc county board as a supervisor 
from the fourth ward, Two Rivers. He served on the county highway committee and the 
county fair board during his service as a supervisor, resigning in 1930 when he 
founded the Two Rivers Loan and Investment company.
Active in the promotion of the Two Rivers Municipal hospital, Mr. Tomek also was 
one of the leaders in the development of the Point Beach state forest.
Mr. Tomek's only survivor is the son, Victor, now a businessman at Altadena, Cal. 
His wife, the former Theresa Mathiesen, a native of Two Creeks, died in Two Rivers 
in 1937.
He was affiliated with the Knights of Columbus of which he was a past grand knight, 
the St. Luke Court 1637, Catholic Order of Foresters and the Holy Name society of 
St. Luke church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 5, 1951  P.1
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Funeral services for Wenzel A. Tomek, 81, retired Two Rivers business man and civic 
leader who died at St. Mary home at Manitowoc Thursday, will be held at 9 o'clock 
Monday morning at St. Luke Catholic church, Two Rivers. Interment will be in Calvary 

cemetery.
The rosary will be recited at the Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, 
at 7:45 Sunday evening where friends may call from 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon to 
hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 6, 1951  P.2


ADELINE TRAGESSER

Adeline Tragesser, 86, a resident of north Shore Health Care Center, Milwaukee, 
died Tuesday evening, November 3, 1987 at the center. Funeral services will be 
10 am Friday at Holy Redeemer Catholic church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher 
will officiate with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Tragesser was born February 21, 1901 in the Town of Two Rivers, daughter of 
the late Peter and Ricca Krajeck Becker. She married Frank Tragesser on October 22, 
1955 at Los Angeles, California. He preceded her in death in December of 1974.
Survivors include a sister and a brother-in-law, Salome and Albert Streu of Two 
Rivers; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Frances Becker of Manitowoc and Mrs. Susan Becker 
of Two Rivers and nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by 
? sisters and four brothers.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home of Two Rivers assisted the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Nov. 5, 1987 page 18
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(21 Feb 1901/Nov 1987/SSDI)


FRANK TRAGESSER

Frank W. Tragesser, 83, of 2411-34th St., Two Rivers, died early Wednesday 
morning at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in 
Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Tragesser was born Nov. 27, 1891, at Brooklyn, N.Y. He married Adeline 
Becker in 1955 at Los Angeles, Calif. He was employed in the controllers 
office of Edison Co. of California until his retirement.
Survivors include his wife, Adeline, and a niece. Two sisters preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call from 6 o'clock this Thursday evening at Klein and Stangel 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, where a memorial service will be held at 7:30 
o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, December 26, 1974  P.3
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(27 Nov 1890/Dec 1974/SSDI)


(ALAN) TRAVER    (d. 1896)

______, called upon to mourn the loss of their firstborn son, Alan, a boy five 
years of age ____, we learn of brain fever. Mr. and Mrs. Travers have the 
sympathy of their many friends and neighbors in this city. The funeral of 
the child took place from the family residence yesterday afternoon.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Jan. 14, 1896
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Traverce
Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907
Name: Traverce
Sex: Male
Age: 5y
Death Date: 1896
Death Place: Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Race: W
Father's Name: C. L. Traverce
Birth Year (Estimated): 1891
Burial Place: Manitowoc, Wis.
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907"
********
Traverce
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
Name: Traverce
Sex: Male
Age: 5
Death Date: 11 Jan 1896
Death Place: Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States
Death Place (Original): Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin, United States
Birth Year (Estimated): 1891
Marital Status: Single
Race: w
Ethnicity: American
Father's Name: C.l. Traverce
Father's Sex: Male
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968"

BABY TROY

SMALL POX In TWO RIVERS
Dr. Currens discovered a genuine case of small pox while making a professional visit to the family of a fisherman named Troy last Thursday. He was called to prescribe for Mrs. Troy who was felling unwell and while in the house heard the plaintive wail of a child that lay covered up in a cradle. He asked what was the matter with the child and was informed that it had a bad case of measles. He lifted the coverlet to see the little sufferer and to his astonishment found it covered with genuine small pox blotches. The woman, however maintained that it was only a bad case of measles and said that her two other children also had them, but not so bad. On examining the other children, who by-the-way, had been vaccinated, he discovered that they were having light cases of varioloid instead of measles. But to satisfy the woman and to confirm his own opinion he sent for Dr. Kemper of Manitowoc, who so successfully treated all the small pox cases in that city last spring. Dr. Kemper pronounced the case of the little child in the cradle an unmistakable and genuine case of small pox and that the trouble with the other children was varioloid rather than measles. The house in which the family lived was immediately placed in quarantine and the house of another family whose members had been exposed was also placed under police surveillance and no one allowed to enter or leave the same. The prompt and stringent measures adopted by the board of health may result in confining the plague to those two houses, but it is to be regretted that a great many other people in the city have been directly or indirectly exposed and there is a possibility of other cases developing. There is no knowing what a foothold the disease would have gained in the city had it not been for the timely discovery of Dr. Currens.
One or two stubborn and ignorant women in the city, we are told, after the presence of small pox had been announced with a criminal boldness, visited the sick child shortly before the quarantine was established, just to show their courage or their contempt of sanitary precautions. They were women who had children at home too and if the small pox spreads iin the city they can consider themselves partly responsible for it.
Unfortunately the Troy child is not the only cause for fear that the dread disease may be further developed in the city. Last Saturday evening, a car load of Two Rivers people were exposed to its contagion by one of the Westphal girls, whose parents live a few miles north of the city. She had contracted the disease in Milwaukee where she has been at work for some time. When she became unwell she went to a Milwaukee physician for advice. He told her, we learn, that she had the small pox nd that she had better get home as soon as possible and also told her to wear a thick veil so that she would be allowed to ride on the cars unmolested. At any rate, when she arrived in this city, she went to a brother who resides here and told him what was the trouble with her and he secured a team and took her home. There were about twenty-five people in the car when it arrived here. Hundreds of people may have been exposed by her on her way home from Milwaukee. The Town of Two Rivers has had the home of her parents' property quarantined, we are glad to learn. The case of the Troy child was imported from Milwaukee, it is said. It is quite likely that the rebellion in that city against the regulations of the board of  health will result in spreading broadcast over the state the germs of small pox. 
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Sept. 28, 1894
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The Troy baby that has been suffering from the small pox for the past two weeks died last night.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Oct. 16, 1894

STANLEY TURKO

Stanley Torko(sic), aged one year and six months, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Torko, 
2111 Madison Street, died Tuesday, death being the result of blood poisoning from 
a facial abscess. The funeral was held from Sacred Heart Church. The bereaved 
parents have the sympathy of friends and neighbors.
The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 18, 1921


ANEZKA VACLAVIK  (AGNES)

Agnes Vaclavick, an 84-year old lady, died Thursday last week in the 
residence of her daughter Mrs. Frank Zlatnik in Two Rivers, after an 
illness of only one day. She leaves a son and 2 daughters. The funeral 
was held Saturday from the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 11 Apr. 1907
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On the 4th of April, Agnes Vaclavik, a woman nearly 94 years of age, died at the 
home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Zlatnik. She was sick only one day and her death 
was due to old age. She was a native of Bohemia but came to America 27 years ago. 
She had five children, three of whom are still living. They are Mrs. Frank Zlatnik 
and Mr. Jos. Vaclavik of this city and Mrs. Frank Jebavy of Manitowoc. Her funeral 
took place form St. Luke's Church last Saturday morning, six of her grandsons 
acting as pallbearers. She was a woman of most gracious qualities and was beloved 
by all who knew her.
The Chronicle, Tues., Apr. 9, 1907
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Agnes Bozant Vacharek (sic)
birth: 24 June 1823 Bohemia
death: 4 April 1907 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers

residence: 1907 Two Rivers
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


ANTON VACLAVIK

Anton Vaclavik, 81, of 521 S. 26th St., Manitowoc, a former longtime Two Rivers 
Madison Street grocer, died early Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. R. Thomas 
Peters officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Vaclavik was born at Two Rivers Nov. 7, 1888, a son of the late Joseph and 
Mary Kopetsky Vaclavik. In his youth he was employed as a clerk in Two Rivers retail 
stores and later operated the Vaclavik Grocery on Two Rivers' Madison Street until 
1941 when he took employment at the Hamilton Mfg. Co. He retired at 65, and had made 
his home with a daughter, Mrs. Arthur (Arlene) Vreeke at Manitowoc.
For four years, ending in 1909, he served in the Navy aboard the U.S.S. Missouri 
which as a part of the "Great White Fleet" made a world cruise. He was a member of 
Mother of Hope No. 1957, Knights of Columbus, the ZCBJ Bohemian Lodge and St. Luke 
Holy Name Society. He married the former Ida LaFond at St. Luke church May 28, 1912. 
She died in 1946.
Survivors include another daughter, Mrs. Hilary (Ann) Kumbalek of Manitowoc; two 
brothers, Walter of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and Frank of Jackson, Mich., four grandchildren 
and five great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral hme after 3 p.m. where memorial services in which the 
Knights of Columbus will also particiapte will be at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, October 6, 1970 P. 9
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(27 Nov 1888/Oct 1970/SSDI)


IDA VACLAVIK

Mrs. Anton Vaclavik, 57, nee Ida LaFond, of 2009 Madison street, Two Rivers, 
died Wednesday night following a two months illness.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke's church, Two 
Rivers, with burial in Calvary cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Klein 
and Stangel Inc., funeral home from Friday morning until the hour of services.
She was born in 1888 and in 1912 was maried to Anton Vaclavik. Surviving are 
the husband; son, Cyril, seaman first class, now home on leave; two daughters, 
Mrs. Eldren LaRose and Mrs. Hilary Kumbalek of Two Rivers; five brothers, 
Conrad, Urban, Mark, John and Claude LaFond all of Two Rivers; sister, Miss 
Neil LaFond of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, January 10, 1946 P. 2


GEORGE VANDERBLOEMEN

George Vanderbloem(sic), pioneer resident of Two Rivers and a veteran of the 
Civil war, died in that city at the age of 70 years. He served with Co. H. Fifth 
Wisconsin, in the war and later returned to Two Rivers where he has since 
resided. He was married in 1867 at Rapids to Mary Neumann who with eleven 
children survives him. He was a native of Holland.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  Thursday, February 18, 1915  pg. 2
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The funeral of Mr. Geo. Vanderbloemen, 22nd Street, took place Monday morning 
from St. Luke's church. Mr. Vanderbloemen had been ill about two weeks with 
apoplexy and the immediate cause of his death was the bursting of a blood vessel 
in his head. He was born in Holland 70 years ago and came to this country shortly 
before the civil war and was a member of the G.A.R. Several of the old soldiers 
accompanied his remains to the cemetery. The St. Joseph Society of which he was 
also a member acted as a guard of honor. Mr. Vanderbloemen is survived by a wife 
and eleven children, all of ages.
The Reporter, Fri., Feb. 19, 1915
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Geo. VANDERBLOOM/Co. I/5 Wis. Inf.


JOHANNA VANDERBLOEMEN

Mrs. Johanna Vanderbluemen(sic) an old settler of the county died 
at the home of her daughter at Two Rivers yesterday. She was ninety-
two years of age and was born in Asseu Holland. She came to America 
in 1851 and settled in Milwaukee Co., remaining there two years. From 
there she moved to Rapids where she was married. The couple resided 
there but a short time, and took up their abode in Two Rivers, where 
the husband died a few years ago. Five children mourn her demise.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, April 16, 1901, p. 1
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Death on Sat. in Two Rivers, at the advanced age of 92, of Mrs. 
Johanna Vanderbloemen. The deceased was born in Assem, Germany. 
She is survived by 5 children, 45 grandchildren and 20 great-
grandchildren. 
Her funeral was Tues. from the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Apr. 1901
(Note: Holy Cross was formed around 1909)
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Mrs. Johanna Vanderbloemen, an old lady 92 years of age and the mother of Theodore 
and George Vanderbloemen and Mrs. john Newmann of this city, died at the home of 
the latter last Saturday of old age. She was born in Assem, Germany and leaves four 
sons and one daughter, 45 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. She was an 
invalid for several years past. The funeral took place from St. Luke's Church this 
morning.
The Chronicle, Tues., Apr. 16, 1901
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Deaths of a Week:
Mrs. Johanna Vanderbluemen an old settler of the county died at the home 
of her daughter at Two Rivers, Monday. She was ninety-two years of age and 
was born in Assen, Holland.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, April 18, 1901 pg. 1


JOSEPH J. VANDERBLOEMEN

Joseph J. Vanderbloemen, 77, of 1408-22nd St., Two Rivers, a retired painting 
contractor, an overseas Army veteran of World War I and a past commander of 
the Robert E. Burns Post 165, American Legion, died Monday morning at Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 11 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. 
Earl Brouchoud officiating. Graveside military rites will be at the graveside 
in Calvary Cemetery, conducted by the Legion post Firing squad. Pallbearers 
will be Legionnaires. 
Mr. Vanderbloemen was born at Two Rivers May 30, 1893, a son of the late George 
and Mary Neuman Vanderbloemen. He married at Camp Custer, Battle Creek, Mich., 
June 8, 1918, the former Martha Beaupre of Two Rivers. He had been a painting 
contractor at Two Rivers for many years, retiring 12 years ago. An early 
commander and 50-year member of the Robert E. Burns Post, he also directed its 
drill team for a number of years. He was also a member of Eleven Gold Star Post 
1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars, the St. Joseph Society and St. Luke Holy Name 
society.
Besides his wife, he leaves three sons, Hilary and Gervase of Two Rivers, and 
Eldred of Old Bridge, N.J.; a sister, Mrs. Susan Reindl of Manitowoc, and 12 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday here memorial services 
will be at 8 p.m. The Legion post will have memorial services at 7 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 8, 1970  P.13


MARTHA VANDERBLOEMEN

Mrs. Martha VanderBloemen, 90, of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday, Nov. 
28, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 9 a.m. Tuesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. VanderBloemen was born Aug. 4, 1892, at Coleman, Wis., daughter of the late 
Joseph and Sarah Jane Morrow Beaupre. She was married to Joseph VanderBloemen, 
June 8, 1918, at Camp Custer, Mich. He preceded her in death June 8, 1970. Mrs. 
VanderBloemen was a member of the Altar Society of St. Luke Chruch, and the 
American Legion Auxiliary.
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Hilary and Ruth VanderBloemen, 
and Gervase and Margaret VanderBloemen of Two Rivers, and Eldred and Mary Mae 
VanderBloemen of Fairfax, Va.; a sister, Mrs. John (Vernie) Ihde Sr. of Oconto, 
12 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a 
daughter.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 29, 1982 P. 3


MARY C. VANDERBLOEMEN

Mrs. Mary C. Vanderbloemen, 88, one of the pioneer residents of the county 
and a resident of Two Rivers for 43 years, died yesterday afternoon at the 
home of her daughter, Mrs. Hugo Reindl, 809 South 25th street, city.
For the past 17 years she had made her home with her daughter in Manitowoc 
and had been in good health up until the time she was hurt in a fall last 
January.
Funeral services will be held at Two Rivers Saturday morning at 8:30 o'clock 
from the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home and at 9 o'clock from the St. 
Luke's Catholic church. The Very Rev. Dean C. V. Hugo will officiate and 
interment will be in Calvary cemetery.
Mrs. Vanderbloemen was one of the charter members of the Altar society of the 
St. Luke's congregation.
Born in Germany on Sept. 7, 1851, Mrs. Vanderbloemen, nee Mary Neuman, came to 
this country with her parents when she was six years old. The family settled at 
Manitowoc Rapids. Eleven years later, on Sept. 21, 1868 Mary Neuman and George 
Vanderbloemen were married at St. Boniface church in Manitowoc.
The couple resided in Manitowoc for some time and then went west, living in 
Kansas and Missouri for a few years. About 60 years ago the couple moved to Two 
Rivers where Mr. Vanderbloemen died 25 years ago.
Survivors are three sons, Philip of Ludington, Mich., John of Kewaunee, and 
Joseph of Two Rivers; five daughters, Mrs. Alois Speth, Mrs. Johanna Moseler 
and Mrs. William Schultz of Two Rivers, Mrs. Kate Schutz of Kaukauna and Mrs. 
Hugo Reindl of Manitowoc; 56 grandchildren; 86? great grandchildren, and three 
great-great-grandchildren. 
The body was taken to the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home where it may be 
viewed after 7 p.m. today. The rosary will be recited there at 7:45 Friday 
evening. The members of the Women's Catholic Order of Foresters will say the 
rosary at 7 o'clock Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 25, 1940 P.3


DELIA VAN SLEET

Mrs. Delia Van Sleet, 78, formerly of 2104 Garfield St., Two Rivers, 
a resident of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, for the past five years, died 
at the home Tuesday evening.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Van Sleet, nee Delia Spaeth, was born June 19, 1893, at Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late August and Ottilla Wachtel Spaeth. She was married 
July 11, 1922, at St. Luke Church to James Van Sleet. He preceded her in 
death in 1956.
She was a member of Ladies of St. Luke and the Auxiliary of the Eleven Gold 
Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars, having served as the president of 
the latter organization. Prior to retirement she was employed as a saleswoman 
at Schroeder Bros. Dept. Store, Two Rivers.
She leaves two daughters, Mrs. LeRoy (Rosemary) Vanderbusch and Mrs. Eugene 
(Helen) Kostka, of Two Rivers; a son, Ald. James Van Sleet, of Manitowoc; a 
brother, August Spaeth, of Manitowoc and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
4 p.m. Thursday where memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m. Memorial 
services will be conducted by the VFW Auxiliary at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 31, 1972
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Funeral services for Mrs. Delia Van Sleet, 78, of Two Rivers, who died 
Tuesday night at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, will be at 10 a.m. Friday at 
St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. 
Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
after 4 o'clock this Thursday afternoon where memorial services by the VFW 
Auxiliary and the parish will be at 7 o'clock and 7:30 o'clock, respectively, 
this Thursday evening.
Among the survivors is a sister, Mrs. L. D. Bachman, of Los Angeles, Calif.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 1, 1972


JAMES VAN SLEET


BROTHER AND SISTER UNITED AFTER SPAN OF 32 YEARS
LEFT ORPHAN HOME AT SPARTA IN THE YEAR 1900
James Van Sleet, This City, Gets Letter From Sister He Has Not 
Heard From Since Childhood
A sister and brother separated 32 years ago, when they left an orphanage, are to be 
reunited. They are James F. Van Sleet, of North Washington St., this city, and his 
sister, Mrs. Ernest F. Rau, of Route 4, Hartford, Wis. He received a letter from his 
sister, two years his senior, which was the first word he had received from her since 
they parted years ago. Van Sleet is a World War veteran.
The pair, when children, were in an orphanage at Sparta, Wis., back in 1899. They 
remained there but a year, the youth becoming a member of the family of Mr. and Mrs. 
Archie Fleaury, Coleman, Wis., and his sister, Ameila Van Sleet, going to live with 
Mr. and Mrs. G. Gritznach, at Burnett, Wis.
Came Here 19 Years
When 19 years of age Mr. Van Sleet, now 38 years of age, came to Two Rivers where he 
resided since and where he claimed his bride. Mrs. Rau was married at Burnett, Wis., 
17 years ago and has seven children. The family moved to the town of Hartford in 1928.
Two weeks ago Mrs. Rau, longing for the uniting of her long lost brother, wrote to the 
superintendent of the Sparta home and immediately she received a reply that in 1914, 
brother James was working on the Fleaury farm in Coleman. She wrote to Mr. Fleaury, 
who in turn, sent the letter to Mr. Van Sleet here.
Van Sleet wrote to his sister telling of his life since the two parted including his 
service oversees with Company H. Today he received another letter from his siter, 
which told of her life.
The Van Sleet family plans for a visit to the Rau home at Hartford in the near future.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. March 4, 1932 P. 15
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Military funeral services, conducted by the Eleven Gold Star Post 1248, 
Veterans of Foreign Wars, will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday, at the Klein & 
Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic 
Church for James Van Sleet, 63, of 2104 Garfield St., Two Rivers, whose body 
was found in the Two Rivers harbor Monday noon. He had been missing since 
early afternoon of Sept. 30.
The Rev. John K. Mueller, pastor of the new Holy Redeemer parish at Two Rivers, 
will officiate. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Van Sleet was born at Loyal, Wis., Aug. 15, 1893, son of the late Peter 
and Christine Van Sleet. He came to Two Rivers from Coleman, Wis., in 1910 
and July 11, 1922, married the former Delia Spaeth at St. Luke church. For a 
number of years he was employed at the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, 
and from 1946 to the time he was stricken with a heart attack in December, 1955, 
he worked as an elevator operator at the Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers.
Mr. Van Sleet was a member of the old Company H, Wisconsin National Guard of 
Manitowoc, and served in France in World War I. He was active in affairs of the 
Eleven Gold Star Post, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Two Rivers, and for 24 years 
was a member of its firing squad.
Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Leroy Vanderbusch and Mrs. Eugene 
Kostka of Two Rivers; son, James Van Sleet Jr., of Manitowoc; four foster sisters, 
Mrs. Oscar Forslund and Mrs. Christ Felsch of Marinette, Mrs. Clifford Shelly of 
Fond du Lac and Mrs. Thomas Corrigan of Tuscon, Ariz., and three foster brothers, 
Jesse, Dalphos and Edward Fleury of Marinette, and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 
o'clock this Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, October 2, 1956 P. 13
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YOUNG COUPLE WEDDED AT TWO RIVERS
A very pretty marriage ceremony took place at St. Luke's church, Two Rivers, at 
9:00 Tuesday morning, when Miss Delia Spaeth became the bride of James VanSleet. 
The bride is the daughter of Mrs. J. Wolfe. The groom has made Two Rivers his 
home for several years. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Father little, the 
new assistant pastor at St. Luke's. The attending couples were: Mollie Bishop 
of Wausau and Roland Becker; Hildegarde Becker and Harold Schultz. A reception 
was held at the bride's home, and visiting relatives made merry with the young 
couple throughout the day.
The newlyweds did not take a honeymoon trip, but will take up their residence 
with Mrs. J. Wolfe. The groom is employed at the Hamilton plant.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, July 12, 1922 P. 1


LEO J. VAN SLEET

An infant of Mr. and Mrs. James Van Sleet died yesterday afternoon and will 
be buried from St. Luke's church tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock. Burial 
will be at Calvary cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 12, 1926  P.5


PAUL VARNO

Paul Varno, an old and esteemed resident of the Eastside, died last Saturday 
and on Monday was buried from St. Luke's church. His funeral was a large one, 
as a great many of the old employees of the woodenware company, for whom he 
worked for upwards of forty years, marched in the procession as a tribute of 
request.
The Chronicle, Tues., Nov. 26, 1907


CLEMENTINE VAUDREUIL

MRS. VAUDREUIL OF TWO RIVERS CALLED BY DEATH
Mrs. Leo Vaudreuil, life long resident of Manitowoc county and prominent in
social and business affairs at Two Rivers for many years, died at the Holy
Family hospital Thursday morning following an operation for appendicitis
which she underwent. The funeral will be held Saturday morning from the late
home at Two Rivers with services at 9 o'clock at St. Lukes Catholic church.
Burial will be made at the Catholic cemetery at Two Rivers.
Mrs. Vaudreuil was born at Mishicot July 7, 1852 and would have celebrated
her seventieth birthday anniversary next month. After her marriage to Mr.
Vaudreuil the family made its home at Two Rivers. Mr. Leo Vaudreuil having
been one of the pioneer fishermen and for many years operated pound nets at
Twin River point. For a number of years Mrs. Vaudreuil conducted a milinery
shop and her business and social activities gained her a wide circle of
friends and acquaintances. She is survived by her husband, Leo, two daughters,
Mrs. William Voshardt, Chicago and Mrs. William Doolan, Grand Marais, Mich.,
and three sons, Edward of Eau Claire, Frank of Grand Larais(sic), Mich., and
John of Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, June 30, 1922  p.4


DELIA VAUDREUIL

Mrs. Francis Vaudreuil, 75, a member of one of Two River's earliest commercial 
fishing families, died at her home there at 1:30 o'clock this morning. She had 
been in ill health for a number of years. Funeral services will be held at Two 
Rivers Thursday morning at 9:30 o'clock from the Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral 
Home and at 10 o'clock at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo, 
officiating. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The rosary will be recited 
at the funeral home at 7:45 o'clock Wednesday evening.
Mrs. Vaudreuil, nee Denia Langlois(sic), was born at Two Rivers, December 3, 
1866(sic), a daughter of the late Oliver and Adeline Belrose Langlois, who came to 
this country from the province of Quebec, Canada, more than 80 years ago and 
settled in Two Rivers. On July 16, 1892 she was married to Francis Vaudreuil, 
who survives with two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Bourgeois and Mrs. Francis Jackman, 
both of Two Rivers and two sons, Randolph J. of Two Rivers and Atty. Leo 
Vaudreuil of Kenosha, former assistant attorney general.
Mrs. Vaudreuil is also survived by three brothers, William Langlois of Two Rivers, 
Joseph of Chicago and Charles Langlois of Washington D.C., and a sister, Miss Rose 
Langlois of Two Rivers and eight grandchildren.
Mrs. Vaudreuil was a member of the Altar Society of St. Luke's church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., May 27, 1941


FRANCIS VAUDREUIL    (d. 1902)

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 14 Apr.)
An old settler, Franz Bodra(sic), who came to Two Rivers in 1855 
and lived here ever since, died last week at 92. He was of French 
descent and worked as a commercial fisherman. He leaves 7 children, 
his wife having predeceased him 11 yrs. ago.
Der Nord Westen, 17 Apr. 1902
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(1870 Two Rivers ward 1 census:
Francis Vodro age 58; Pricelia 45; Leo 21; Godfred 16; Angeline 12; 
Frances 9; Adam 5; Isaac 60}
(1880 Two Rivers city census:
Frank Vodriel 66; Gertrude 56; Frank 19; Edmond 15; Adeline 22)
(1880 Two Rivers city census:
Leo Vodriel 33; Clara 29; Edward 8; Olivia 6; Frank 4; Lizzie 3; 
John 1)
(1900 Two Rivers census:
father Frank Vodra age 89 living with Odelia St. Peter family)
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(Family researcher said this is the same family)


FRANCIS VAUDREUIL    (d. 1943)

Francis Vaudreuil, 83, veteran commercial fisherman and a lifelong resident 
of Two Rivers, died at his home there, 1806 East street, Saturday afternoon 
after an illness of two weeks.
Funeral services will be held in Two Rivers Tuesday morning at 8:30 o'clock 
from the Klein and Stangel inc. funeral home and at 9 o'clock from St. Luke's 
Catholic church, with the Very Rev. Dean C. V. Hugo officiating. Interment 
will be in the family plot in Calvary cemetery.
He was the father of Attorney Leo Vaudreuil of Kenosha, deputy attorney general 
when the late Orland S. Loomis was attorney general, who arrived in Two Rivers 
this noon with his wife.
Francis Vaudreuil was born at Two Rivers on May 12, 1860, a son of the late 
Francis and Priscilla Courchaine Vaudreuil, who immigrated from St. Joseph, 
Quebec, Canada, nearly a century ago. When Francis Vaudreuil was only eight 
years old he began to assist his father in the commercial fishing enterprise.
For many years after his father's death Francis Vaudreuil operated a pound net 
rig and later was associated in the industry with Paul Taddy and also was with 
Ed La Fond. For a period he fished in the old Mackinaw sailing days with his 
brothers, the late Leo and Frank, with operations extending as far as Isle 
Royale, Lake Superior, and at Grand Marais, Mich., on the superior shore.
About 25 years ago Mr. Vaudreuil retired from active fishing and was employed 
at different times with numerous operators of gill-net fishing rigs in the city.
Mr. Vaudreuil was married on July 15, 1892 to Diana Langlois, daughter of the 
late Oliver and Adeline Belrose Langlois, who also immigrated to this community 
from Quebec, Canada, more than 90 years ago. She died here on May 27, 1941.
Surviving Mr. Vaudreuil are two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Bourgeois and Mrs. Francis 
Jackman of Two Rivers, and two sons, Randolph of Two Rivers, and Attorney Leo 
Vaudreuil of Kenosha. There are also eightgrandchildren and one great grandchild. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 18, 1943  P.8 
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[VANDREUIL]


LEO VAUDREUIL    (d. 1927)

PIONEER FISHERMAN OF CITY DIES
Leo Vaudreuil, 78, pioneer Two Rivers fisherman, who retired some years ago, 
passed away last night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. William Doolan, 1510 
Ninteenth street, with whom he made his home. Death was due to infirmities of 
old age. 
Born in St. Francis Province, Quebec, Canada, April 19, 1849, he came to Two 
Rivers with his parents when but six years of age and made his home here ever 
since. He engaged in the fishing industry at the age of 21 and continued in 
this business for over 40 years, when he disposed of his interests, and retired.
He was married to Clementena LeClaire in 1870. She has been deceased five years. 
He was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin.
Two daughters, Mrs. W. Voshardt of Oak Park, Ill., Mrs. William Doolan of this 
city, three sons, Edward of Los Angeles, Calif., Frank of Grand Marais, Mich., 
and John of Milwaukee, two brothers, Godfrey of Duluth and Frank of this city 
and one sister, Mrs. Adeline Lousian, Manitowoc, survive.
The funeral will be held at nine o'clock Monday morning from the St. Luke's 
church, Rev. Hugo officiating, with interment at Pioneer's Rest.(sic)
Manitowoc Herald News, October 29, 1927  P.12
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OLD TIMERS
Forty years in the fishing business and still hard at it is a record no one else 
can boast of in this vicinity than Leo Vaudreuil. He came to Two Rivers in 1855 
when seven years of age with his parents. They came from St. Francis, Canada.
For many years the family went by the name of Vodra. Several years ago a son, 
F. J. Vodra, who founded the E.J. Vodra Canning Company here, made a visit to 
Canada and found by looking up the records the the proper spelling is Vaudreuil. 
Since then the family has resumed the correct name Vaudreuil.
Mr. Vaudreuil worked as a boy in the Winkelmiller Tannery and as a log driver for 
the Two Rivers Manufacturing company. At the age of twenty-one, he engaged in the 
fishing business. Pound net fishing has always been his specialty. He has brought 
in many a load of white fish and trout and chub and sturgeon. Sometimes, when 
fishing was good, he made a haul of two thousand pounds in one day. And sometimes 
that included a big sturgeon weighing as heavy as one hundred and seventy-five 
pounds. In late years fishing has not been very good here and Mr. Vaudreuil is 
now conducting operations up at Ontonagon, Michigan with his son, Frank and son-
in-law, Wm. Doolan. He has considerable property interest here, however, and still 
considers this his home.
He spends his winters here and carries on quite a business shipping evergreens to 
the large cities. He was up in the northern woods last fall where he and Mr. Frank 
Bonn cut over 10,000 Christmas trees which shows that although an old timer and 
getting along toward his three score and ten, Mr. Vaudreuil is still "game".
Until recently he has done considerable trapping as a side line to his fishing 
business. Up at Molash Creek and one the rivers here he trapped seven hundred musk 
rats in five weeks time during one season. He secured many mink and quite a few fish 
otter. The best price he ever received for the mink skins was $7 each. In all he 
secured fifty-five or sixty fish otter and obtained from $10 to $15 each for the 
skins. During his trapping operations he also captured four lynx in this vicinity 
and sixteen up in Door County.
Mr. Vaudreuil will go north to resume his fishing operations at Ontonagon, Michigan 
in a month or two. He was married to Clementine LeClair in 1872. Three sons were born 
to them, Ed, Frank and John and one daughter, Mrs. Wm. Doolan, all of whom are living. 
Mr. and Mrs. Vaudreuil reside in their handsome residence on 19th street during the 
winter months. Both are in excellent health.
The Reporter, Sat., Jan. 31, 1914
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The following is his son's obituary:

Former Resident Dies In California City
TWO RIVERS (Special)-News of the death of Edward J. Vaudreuil 66, in Los Angeles 
last Saturday after suffering a stroke in church on Good Friday was received by 
his sister, Mrs. William Doolan, 1510 19th street, yesterday.
He was born in this city, a son of the late Leo Vaudreuil, on October 2, 1871. 
Forty years ago he was married to Olive Gagnon of this city, who, with three sons 
survives him.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, April 3, 1937 P. 15


LEO E. VAUDREUIL    (d. 1984)

Leo E. Vaudreuil, 88, of 3?7-??th St. Kenosha, Wis., a former Deputy Attorney 
General and once a candidate for Governer, died at 9 p.m. Saturday, May 22, in 
Two Rivers.
The son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Francis (Delia) Vaudreuil, he was born August 
16, 1895, in Two Rivers. He attended local schools and graduated with his law 
degree from Marquette University in 1922. He began practice in Kenosha on 
August 15, 1922. He was a member of the American College of Trial Lawyers and 
Kenosha County and Wisconsin Bar Association and was an avid horseback rider. 
In 1937 Mr. Vaudreuil was appointed Deputy Attorney General by Gov. Orland 
Lo????is. During World War I, he was in the Air Force and trained pilots in 
Florida. In 1942 he married Doris Leh?er whom he practiced law with the firm 
of Vaudreuil, Vaudreuil, and Propson.
Survivors include his wife; a sister, Pricialla Jackmann of Two Rivers and two 
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Leon P., a brother, Randolph 
and a sister, Irene Bourgeois.
Herald Times Reporter, May 23, 1984 P. 3
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(Note: This obit was heavily overinked and hard to read.)
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Marriage of Leo Vaudreuil and Esther Grover.
The marriage of Miss Esther Grover and Leo Vaudreuil, popular young Two Rivers 
people, at Milwaukee on Thursday, Aug. 31, was a surprise to their friends. The 
bride is the daughter of H.C. Grover of this city. She graduated from the local 
high school and for several years has been teacher of domestic science here.
The groom is the son of F. Vaudreuil, also a graduate of the Two Rivers high 
school and last spring he completed a law course at the University of Wisconsin. 
The groom will start the practice of law at Kenosha under the firm name of 
Vaudreuil and Madden. Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Madden were the witnessing couple at 
the wedding ceremony. He is ambitious and aggressive and possesses qualities that 
will win success in his chosen profession.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 8, 1922
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(Note: Esther is in Pioneers Rest, Two Rivers)


MARY VAUDREUIL

Mrs. Mary Vaudreuil, 87, formerly of 1617 Emmet St., Two Rivers, died Friday 
morning, Dec. 18, at Holy Family Hospital Extended Care Facility, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Don Becker will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mrs. Vaudreuil, nee Mary Skala, was born July 27, 1894(sic), at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late James and Catherine Putz Skala. She was married to Randolph Vaudreuil 
June 23, 1923, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death 
June 7, 1974. She was a charter member of Ladies of St. Luke.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Rosemary and Willard Haelterman of 
Two Rivers; a granddaughter, Mary Stom of Garden Grove, Calif., nieces and nephews. 
She was preceded in death by two brothers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, Monday from 
9 a.m. until the time of services. There will be no visitation Sunday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, Decmeber 18, 1981 P. 3
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The marriage of Miss Mary Skala, 1820 East Street, was solemnized 
Saturday morning at St. Luke's Church where Rev. Father Hugo 
performed the ceremony and sang the nuptial high mass.  Attending 
the bride were Misses Priscilla Vaudreuil, sister of the groom as maid 
of honor and Viola Simonis as bridesmaid. William Wojta and Peter 
Karl were groomsmen.
After a dinner at the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis 
Vaudreuil, at which covers were laid for forty guests, the newlyweds 
departed on a wedding trip and they will be at home after July 1 at 
1617 Emmet Street. The groom is in charge of the First Aid department 
at Plant No. 1, Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Co.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle -June 28,   1928
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(21 Jul 1894/Dec 1981/SSDI)


PRACILE VAUDREUIL

Died - Vodra - at her home in this city, Friday, May 22, Mrs. F. Vodra, 
aged 67 years.
Mrs. Vodra was one of the old residents of this city, having come here 
some 35 years ago. She was born in Canada. She leaves a husband and 
several grown-up sons and daughters. During her whole life she was a 
devout Catholic and was buried after the manner of her beloved Church. 
Her funeral, which was a very large one, took place last Sunday afternoon.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - May 26, 1891


RANDOLPH J. VAUDREUIL

Randolph J. Vaudreuil, 80, of 1617 Emmet St., Two Rivers, the oldest retired 
industrial nurse in the area, serving the Mirro Aluminum Co. at Two Rivers 
from the early 1920's to his retirement 14 years ago, died unexpectedly at 
his home shortly before 3 p.m. Friday.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
Mr. Vaudrueil, a member of an early commercial fishing family, was born at Two 
Rivers May 13, 1894, a son of the late Francis and Diana Langlois Vaudreuil. 
He attended St. Luke parochial school and was a graduate of Two Rivers School. 
He entered St. Elizabeth Hospital School of Nursing, Chicago, Ill., from where 
he graduated as a registered nurse. He then entered World War I as a nurse in 
the Navy for two years, serving overseas. Upon his return he became a nurse at 
Alexian Brothers Hospital at Chicago where he served for several years. In the 
early 1920's he returned to Two Rivers and set up the nursing departments at 
the Mirro plants, retiring at the age of 66. 
He was a retired member of the Mirro Management Club, the Veterans of World War 
I at Manitowoc, and St. Elizabeth Alumni Assn.
Besides his wife, the former Mary Skala, whom he married at Two Rivers June 23, 
1928, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Willard (Rosemary) Haelterman, of Two Rivers; 
a sister, Mrs. Priscilla Jackman, of Two Rivers; a brother, Atty. Leo E. 
Vaudreuil, of Kenosha, and a granddaughter, Miss Mary Haelterman, of Long Beach, 
Calif. A sister, Mrs. Irene Bougeois died a month ago.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Sunday at Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two 
Rivers, where memorial services will be at 7 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, June 8, 1974  P.10 
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The marriage of Miss Mary Skala, 1820 East Street, was solemnized 
Saturday morning at St. Luke's Church where Rev. Father Hugo 
performed the ceremony and sang the nuptial high mass.  Attending 
the bride were Misses Priscilla Vaudreuil, sister of the groom as maid 
of honor and Viola Simonis as bridesmaid. William Wojta and Peter 
Karl were groomsmen.
After a dinner at the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis 
Vaudreuil, at which covers were laid for forty guests, the newlyweds 
departed on a wedding trip and they will be at home after July 1 at 
1617 Emmet Street. The groom is in charge of the First Aid department 
at Plant No. 1, Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Co.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle -June 28,   1928
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(13 May 1894/June 1974/SSDI)


REV. GEORGE VEITH

Rev. Father Veith, for a few years past stationed as priest in this city, 
died suddenly in the city of Green Bay on last Tuesday evening. A number of 
contradictory rumors concerning the manner in which the priest met his death 
having been current during the last few days the following which we clip 
from the Green Bay Advocate appears to settle the matter beyond doubt:
"Rev George Veith, a Catholic priest living at Two Rivers, arrived in this 
city on Tuesday evening on the C. and N.W.R.R. He appears to have gone 
directly to the house of Peter Friewert on Cedar St. in the rear of Washington 
House. At about 9 o'clock, or only an hour after the arrival of the train a 
physician was hastily summoned who found Father Veith lying dead on the floor 
in Mr. Friewert's house. Justice Keller was notified and held an inquest and 
the medical opinion was that he died of apoplexy. From the evidence it appears 
that he arrived at the house and took a seat by the stove. He complained of 
being cold and more fire was made. Mrs. Friewert's baby in an adjoining room 
awakened and she went in to stir the cradle. In her absence the priest fell 
to the floor and returning, she found him dead. There is nothing in the evidence 
to show impropriety in the conduct or intention of the priest."  Claudius.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, October 11, 1881  P. 1
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Father Veith, of Two Rivers, died quite suddenly at Green Bay last week.
He left Two Rivers Tuesday morning in good health and died of apoplexy
a short while after reaching Green Bay. The body was interred at Two
Rivers on Thursday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, October 13, 1881
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(First publication May 31, 1883.) No. 45
STATE OF WISCONSIN,-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.-In Probate.
In the matter of the last will and testament of George Joseph Veith, 
deceased.
Notice is hereby given that at the special term of the county court 
to be held in and for the city of Manitowoc, in said county, on Tuesday, 
the 26th day of June, A.D., 1883, at ten o'clock in the forenoon of that 
day, the following matter will be heard and considered:
The application of Charles Vallier praying that the last will and 
testament of George Joseph Veith, late of Two Rivers, in said county, 
which has been proved and allowed in the Royal District Court at Aub, 
in the Kingdom of Bavaria, Empire of Germany, may be filed and recorded 
in the county court of said county, as provided by law: and that letters 
of administration with said will annexed be issued upon the estate of 
said deceased to John Franz of said city of Manitowoc. 
Dated May 31, A.D., 1883.
By order of the Court,
R.D. Smart, Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, June 21, 1883 P. 2


HARRIET VERONNEAU

AGED RESIDENT CALL
On Tuesday morning at 6:15, one of the oldest residents of this city 
passed into the great beyond after a long period of illness. Mrs. 
Verno(sic) came to this city when she was but a girl of 15 years. She 
was born in Quebec, Canada in 1838. She was the widow of Isra Verno, 
deceased, who was engaged in the fishing business here for many years. 
At the time of her death, Mrs. Verno was 84 years of age. Deceased is 
survived by two daughters, Mrs. Wm Jaeger of this city and Mrs. Fred 
Swalberg of Harvey, Montana. the funeral was held from the home of Wm 
Jaeger on 19th street Thursday morning with services at St. Luke's 
church.
The Reporter, Fri., Dec. 8, 1922
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1900 Two Rivers Census
Isra Varno, born Canada, age 66
Harriet Varno, born Canada, age 61; 14 children born, 6 living
Edward Varno, son, age 17
Clara Varno, daughter, age 20
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Marriage index 
Azana Verranneau to Henriette Belle Rose married 1856.
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(Note: French surnames were very difficult to spell and show up with
various spellings, Harriet was Varano in the cemetery record)


JOSEPH VERONNEAU

Jos. Varino, a young man 23 years of age, died of consumption last Friday. 
He was buried from the Catholic church on Sunday.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Feb. 2, 1892
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Joseph Verino
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Joseph Verino
Gender  Male
Birth Date  18 Aug 1870
Birth Place  Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father  Ezra Verino
Mother  Harriette
FHL Film Number	1305082
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
*NOTE: He was placed here because his parents are here and 
death notice indicates he is buried here.


ADELBERT VOGEL

ORDER FOR PROOF OF WILL-STATE of Wisconsin, Manitowoc county, ss.
Probate Office, Manitowoc, Oct. 17, A.D. 1868. In the matter of the Proof and 
Probate of the last Will and Testament of Adalbert Vogl (sic) deceased, late 
of the county of Manitowoc. Whereas, an instrument in writing, purporting to 
be the last Will and Testament of Adalbert Vogl deceased, late of the County 
of Manitowoc has been filed in this office; and whereas application has been 
made by the Executor named therein praying that the same be proven and 
admited (sic) to Probate according to the laws of this State: Therefore, it 
is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate Office in 
the village of Manitowoc in said county on the 9th day of November A.D. 1868, 
at 10 A.M. And it is further ordered that notice shall be given to all persons 
interested in said Will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication 
in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper printed in said county, for three successive 
weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing. By the Court.
Geo. W. Barker, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, October 23, 1868 P. 4
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 25, 1868


ANNA VOGL / VOGEL

Death in Two Rivers Tues. of Anna Vogel, daughter of Henry Vogel 
of Range Line, at the age of 17.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Apr. 1904
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(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 12 Apr.)
Mr. and Mrs. L. Vogel went to Two Rivers Fri. to attend the funeral
of their niece, Miss Anna Vogel, who died there Tuesday.
Der Nord Westen, 21 Apr. 1904


BARBERA VOGEL

Notes From Mishicott:
Mrs. Edward Vogel committed suicide by taking Paris Green, last Saturday night. 
Deceased was 65 years of age and had been enjoying good health up to the time of 
her death. Lately however she had become despondent for some reason, and it is 
believed that this led her to taking her life. She had one son who left home about 
6 years ago and hasn't been heard from since. The poor woman was much attached to 
the faithless son and it seems his disappearance had a very depressing effect on 
her mind. Dr. Currens made an examination of her stomach and found therein a 
quantity of Paris green which he estimated at one-quarter pound.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 22, 1894 P. 2
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(1880 Two Rivers twp. census:
Edward Vogl age 52; Babara 53; Frank 22)
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In County Death Index.
1894 Mar 17 	VOGEL Barbara  v.4 p.209 


HENRY VOGEL    (d. 1920)

Notes from Two Rivers:
Henry Vogl(sic), a resident of the town of Two Rivers, died on 
Saturday after a lingering illness. The funeral was held on Tuesday 
morning from St. Luke's church. He leaves a wife and several children.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 26, 1920
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Henry Vogel, of the Town of Two Rivers, passed away last Saturday at Holy Family 
Hospital where he had been since last fall. He underwent several operations, the 
last one shortly before he succumbed. The funeral was Tuesday morning from St. 
Luke's Church.
Deceased was a native of Germany where he was born 62 years ago. He came to this 
vicinity when a lad about 12 years of age and earned the respect and love of 
neighbors and many friends in this county by his good qualities of manhood. He 
leaves two sons, Victor and Elmer and six daughters, Pauline, Theresa, Charlotte, 
Mary and Evelyne and Mrs. L. Hindt of this city and Mrs. Addie Ehrig of Milwaukee. 
He also leaves three sisters, Mrs. Louis Mahnke and Mrs. Francis Stechmesser and 
Mrs. Julie Stechmesser and two brothers, Victor of Milwaukee and Leopold of Algoma.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 26, 1920


MARY VOGEL    (d. 1939)

Funeral services were held last Saturday morning for Mrs. Mary Vogel, 79, who 
died on Tuesday at the home of her son in the Town of Two Rivers. Two sons, 
seven daughters and a sister survive her.
Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Fri. Oct. 6, 1939 page 14


MARY VOGL    (d. 1981)

Miss Mary Vogl, 89, of 770 E. Albert Drive, Manitowoc, died Monday morning, 
Feb. 23, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of arrangements with cremation to 
follow and burial in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Miss Vogl was born Oct. 22, 1891, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Henry 
and Mary Neiner Vogl. She attended schools at Two Rivers. She was employed at 
Milwaukee for a number of years returning to Manitowoc in 1973.
Survivors include a brother, Elmer Vogl of Minneapolis, Minn., and two sisters, 
Mrs. Evelyn Murphy of Manitowoc and Mrs. Charlotte Schepelman of Phoenix, Ariz. 
She was preceded in death by a brother and five sisters.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, February 1981
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[Mary Vogel/cremated 02-27-1981/age 89 yrs.]
(22 Oct 1891/Feb 1981/SSDI)


MATEJ VONDRAS (MICHAEL)

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 26 Aug.) 
A bad accident occurred here at 5 p.m. Friday. A young man by the name of 
Michael Vondrash(sic) was on his bicycle and rounded the corner near Schroeder's 
Store without noticing the moving streetcar. He struck it with such force 
that he was thrown to the pavement and suffered wounds to his head and legs 
as well as possible internal injuries. The unconscious man was moved to a 
doctor's office from where his father took him to the family home. He died 
there about midnight without regaining consciousness.
Vondrash was an avid bicyclist and had won a prize last July 4th? He was 20 yrs.
5 mos. 14 days of age. The funeral is this morning from the Polish Church.
Der Nord Westen, 29 Aug 1907
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FATAL ACCIDENT AT TWO RIVERS.
Last Friday afternoon Michael Wondrash(sic), a young man about 19 years of age, met 
with an accident which soon resulted in his death. He was riding a bicycle with 
some mason tools in his hands, and, being an expert rider, he was not using the 
handle bars for guiding or steering the machine. He was riding westward on Walnut 
street and was turning to go south on Washington street just as an interurban car 
was on its way north. He evidently was looking at someone in the park as he made 
the turn and consequently did not see the approaching car, as he ran directly into 
it with great force. The motor man stopped his car almost instantly, so as not to 
run over him. He was picked up in an unconscious condition, the blood flowing from 
ears and mouth, and taken to Dr. Farrell's office where his wounds on head and body 
were temporarily dressed. His injuries were of so serious a nature that he never 
recovered consciousness, but, after laying in an unconscious state for about five 
hours, he breathed his last. His funeral took place yesterday from Sacred Heart 
church. 
An inquest was held Saturday by Justice Schroeder and was conducted by District 
Attorney Kelley. The verdict of the jury was, in effect, that his death was due 
to his own carelessness. No blame whatever could be attached to the motorman on 
the interurban car. There was a large number of people on the street who witnessed 
the collision and who unite in giving the motor man credit for the promptness in 
which he stopped his car to prevent running over and mangling the body of the 
unfortunate man. All who saw the accident also agree that he did not have hold of 
the handle bars and was not looking ahead when the collision occurred.-Two Rivers Chronicle.
Manitowoc Pilot, August 29, 1907 p.1
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RIDES BICYCLE TO HIS DEATH
Michael Wondrash(sic) of Two Rivers Collides with Car on Traction Co. Line
INJURY TO HEAD FATAL
Boy, 21, Owes Death to Own Carelessness it is Said - Accident Happened at Two Rivers Fri. Evening
Michael Wondrash, a Two Rivers youth rode to his death on a bicycle Friday night 
when he collided with an Interurban car on the lines of the Manitowoc and 
Northern Traction co., in the city of Two Rivers, injuries which he sustained 
resulting in death within a few hours of the accident. A large number of people 
aboard and waiting for the car were witnesses to the tragedy, which occurred at 
the corner of  Washington and Walnut streets in Two Rivers shortly after 5:00 
o'clock. Wondrash was removed to his home and died at 1 o'clock this morning of 
hemorrhages of the brain.
Carelessness on the part of Wondrash was responsible for the accident and the 
death of the young man, this being the statement of the witnesses to the accident. 
Wondrash was riding at a fast pace and in attempting to retain a hold on tools 
which he had under his arm, he had released his hold on the handle bars of the 
machine and consequently had no control of the bicycle. He appeared unconscious 
of his danger until very near the car and it was then too late for him to avoid 
the collision, though he tried to do so.
Wondrash, who was employed as a mason, was returning from his days' work, riding 
a bicycle and was carrying some of his tools under his arm. It is said that he 
had but one hand on the handle bar of the machine and appeared not to have a very 
firm hold on the one bar, though riding at a rapid rate. Wondrash was on Walnut 
Street, going west to Washington Street on which the car line is located and when 
he rounded the corner was on the tracks of the car line. He made an attempt to 
grasp the handle bars and leave the tracks but the front wheel of the bicycle 
turned with him and he was thrown into the front of the car, his head crashing 
through the window, the force of the contact inflicting the injury to the head 
which later resulted in death.
Air brakes were applied and the car was stopped with a suddenness that threw 
passengers from their seats and gave the car a terrific jolt. The fact that the 
car was halted two feet from where the accident occurred is evidence that the 
speed was not fast and that the motorman had absolute control. Wondrash had been 
thrown to the ground by the force of the collision and his body was pinioned 
under the fender guard. When picked up he was unconscious and it was apparent 
that the injuries were fatal in character. The head was badly cut and though 
everything possible was done for the sufferer, he failed to rally and after five 
hours, death came to him.
Terrance Conroy was in charge of the car as motorman and conductor Kienke was the 
other member of the crew. ACcording to the statement of employes of the Traction 
Co. and of witnesses of the accident, the car was proceeding at a slow rate of 
speed and had been signaled to stop at the crossing and it was brought to a full 
stop within eighteen inches of where the collision occurred. Traction co. employes 
gave every assistance to the unfortunate lad, who was immediately removed to the 
offices of Dr. Farrel who appeared on the scene.
Report of the accident and death of Wondrash was made to District Atty E.L. Kelley 
and an inquest is to be held in the case. Witnesses are unanimous in the declaration 
that no blame can attach to the motorman who checked the car almost instantly and 
was driving at a slow rate of speed. Wondrash's injuries consisted of a terrible gash 
in the head and the brain was exposed and when picked up he was bleeding profusely 
from the mouth, nose, ears and eyes and it was apparent at a glance that there was 
no hope of his survival.
Wondrash was 21 years of age and was well known in Two Rivers as an industrious and 
hard working young man and his untimely and tragic death is a great shock to the aged 
parents, who with one brother and three sisters survive. The funeral will be held at 
Two Rivers with interment in the city cemetery. The accident is the fourth, resulting 
fatally since the Traction Line was opened.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sat., Aug. 24, 1907
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(The following obituary appears to be for his wife.)
In the afternoon Mrs. Vondrash(sic) was buried. She had only been ill a short while. 
Her husband had died about a year ago when his bicycle collided with a streetcar.
Der Nord Westen, 19 Mar. 1908


ANNIE (STAUDT) WACHHOLS

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 10 June)
The funeral of Mrs. Geo. Wachholz was held Sat. from the Catholic Church. She 
was the daughter of Mich. Staudt here and had suffered for a year with TB. She 
reached the age of 25 and leaves her husband and 2 small children.
Der Nord Westen, 13 June 1901
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Two Rivers:
Mrs. Geo. Wacholz of this city died last Wednesday after a long and painful illness 
and was buried on Saturday from St. Luke's church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, June 13, 1901 pg. 8


AMELIA WACHTEL

Dies After Long Illness
Mrs. Andrew Wachtel, nee Amelia Jacquette died at her home on Adams Street
yesterday afternoon after a lingering illness of past three years. She was
born on February 20, 1879 in the town of Two Rivers. November 25, 1908 she
was married to Andrew Wachtel of this city, who besides three sons are left
to mourn her loss, who are Herbert, Leo, Hilray and her aged father Joseph
Jacquette and three sisters, Mrs. Christoffel of the town of Two Rivers, Mrs.
Frank Weiss of this city and Mrs. Clara Holsen of Manitowoc. Funeral will
take place from St. Luke's church Thursday morning at 9:00. Rev. C.V. Hugo
officiating and interment at Calvary cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, July 6, 1926  p.5
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Mike Knipfer and family, formerly of this city, who are now located at 
Sturgeon Bay where Mr. Knipfer is in the fishing industry arrived in the 
city this morning to attend the funeral of Mrs. Andrew Wachtel which took 
place from the St. Luke's Church at 9:00 this morning.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 8, 1926  P.5
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Married
The wedding of Andrew Wachtel and Amelia Jacquette took place at St. Luke's 
church in this city last Wednesday morning. The wedding was celebrated at 
Eastwin Hall and many guests were present. Mr. Wachtel s connected with the 
Wisconsin Textile Company which concern he helped to establish and its success 
has been partly due to his efforts. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. 
Jacquette prominent residents of the Town of Two Rivers.
The Chronicle - Tues., Dec. 1, 1908  


ANDREW WACHTEL    (d. 1906

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 28 Jan.)
The funeral of Andreas Wachtel was held today, Monday, from the Catholic Church. He 
was 66 and had suffered a heart attack two days before his death. It was a large 
funeral conducted by the Catholic Club. The deceased had come from Germany as a wheel 
maker and opened a small factory with his sons.
Der Nord Westen, 01 Feb. 1906
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The Grim Reaper at Work
Thursday evening, Andrew Wachtel Sr., who for the past fifty years made his 
residence in this city, passed away. Death was the result of a paralytic stroke 
which the deceased received the day previous. The departed one never suffered 
any long serious sickness and with the exception of being afflicted with deafness, 
enjoyed perfect health until his death.
The deceased was born in Stadt Lauringer, Bavaria in 1840. He emigrated to this 
country when he was but ten years of age and settled in the Town of Two Rivers. 
He was married in the fall of 1867 to Anna Glueckstein and at the same time took 
up his residence in this city. A widow and five grown up children and a number 
of grandchildren survive to mourn his demise. The children are Henry, Joseph, 
Michael and Andrew of this city and Mrs. Joseph Heffman of the town of Mishicot. 
He leaves all his children in comfortable circumstances. Two of his sons are now 
engaged in business in the northern part of the city, doing business under the 
name of Wachtel Bros.
The deceased was a devout Roman catholic and a member of the St. Joseph Society 
and Familien Schultz Gesselschaft. He will be buried next Monday at 9 o'clock. 
Interment will take place form St. Luke's Church.
The REPORTER, Sat., Jan. 27, 1906


ANDREW F. WACHTEL    (d. 1957)

Andrew F. Wachtel, 80, of 2017 Adams St., Two Rivers, former (unreadable sentence) 
in association with his late brothers at Two Rivers, died early Friday morning at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. He had been ill a week.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Deja & Martin Chapels, Two 
Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. John 
McLaughlin officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Wachtel was born at Two Rivers Aug. ??, 1876, son of the late Andrew and Anna 
O????? Wachtel. He attended the elementary schools in Two Rivers and in his early 
youth was employed at the old Mann Brothers Pail Facotry, Two Rivers. Later he 
joined his late brothers in establishing a woodworking plant which later became 
the Wisconsin Textile Co. He retired in 1943 after working at the Hamilton Mfg. Co. 
and later with a municipal department. In November of 1906 he married the former 
Amelia Jacquette in Two Rivers. She died in 1926.
Mr. Wachtel was a member of the Holy Name Society and St. Joseph Society of St. Luke 
parish and the Catholic Family Protective Assn.
Surviving are three sons, Herbert, Leo and Hilary of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the chapel after 3 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited 
at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 26, 1957 P. 13
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Married
The wedding of Andrew Wachtel and Amelia Jacquette took place at St. Luke's 
church in this city last Wednesday morning. The wedding was celebrated at 
Eastwin Hall and many guests were present. Mr. Wachtel s connected with the 
Wisconsin Textile Company which concern he helped to establish and its success 
has been partly due to his efforts. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. 
Jacquette prominent residents of the Town of Two Rivers.
The Chronicle - Tues., Dec. 1, 1908  
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(1880 Two Rivers city census: Andrew Wachtel age 40; Anna M. age 38; H, Joseph age 7;
Micheal age 5; Adrew age 3; Regine age 3)
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[Andrew Fran. Wachtel]


ANNA WACHTEL    (d. 1924)

MRS. A WACHTEL OCTOGENARIAN DIES, MISHICOT
Mrs. Andrew Wachtel died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Hoffman, at 
Mishicot yesterday, death being due to infirmities incident to old age. The 
funeral will be held Monday morning with service at St. Luke's Catholic 
church at Two Rivers, the Rev. Hugo officiating. 
Mrs. Wachtel was born in Germany March 1, 1842 and came to this country 
February 26, 1867, the family taking up its home in Manitowoc county. Her 
marriage to Mr. Wachtel occurred in the fall of 1867, the husband preceding 
her in death. Besides the daughter with whom she has made her home for a 
number of years, three sons, Henry, Joseph and John and one brother, Michael 
Gluckstein of Leona, Wis., survive her. Twenty-four grandchildren and four 
great grandchildren also survive her. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, February 2, 1924 P. 2
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[Anna Maria Wachtel]


ANNA WACHTEL    (d. 1948)

Death Claims Mrs. Wachtel At 83 Sunday
Taken at Farm Home After Illness; Rites Wednesday
Mrs. Frank Wachtel, 83, was claimed shortly before 6:30 Sunday
evening at her route 2, Two Rivers farm home after an illness of
more than three months.
Funeral services for Mrs. Wachtel will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday
morning at St. Lukes Catholic church. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. C.V. Hugo
will officiate. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. The body may be
viewed at the Klein and Stangel, Inc. funeral home from 7 p.m. tonight
until the time of services. The rosary will be recited at the bier at 
7:45 p.m. Tuesday night.
Mrs. Wachtel, the former Anna Benzinger, was born April 19, 1865,
in Germany, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fredolin Benzinger. She 
came to the United States with her parents when she was six years
old and the family settled on a farm in Saxonburg. In June 15, 1886,
she married Frank Wachtel and the couple moved to the present home-
stead, about 3-1/2 miles northwest of this city. Mr. Wachtel died
10 years ago.
Surviving Mrs. Wachtel are one son, Ervin, of the town of Two
Rivers; one daughter, Mrs. Arthur Kortens of Kossuth; one brother,
Hugo Benzinger of Mishicot; two sisters, Mrs. Julius Eis of Tannery
Road and Mrs. Ed Gruman of Laona; seven grand children and four great-
granchildren. One son preceded her in death.
Two Rivers Reporter, Monday, November 15, 1948


AUGUST WACHTEL

August Wachtel, 48, a life-long resident of the town of Two Rivers, died at 
the Municipal hospital in Two Rivers shortly after 5 o'clock this morning.
Mr. Wachtel underwent an operation Sunday evening. He had enjoyed good health 
and was about his duties on the farm on Two Rivers route two, section line 
road, until Saturday noon. He was stricken shortly after noon on Saturday and 
was removed to the hospital Sunday morning.
Funeral services will be held at Two Rivers at the C. J. Jansky Funeral Home 
at 9:30 Saturday morning and at 10 o'clock from the St. Luke's Catholic church. 
The Very Rev. C. V. Hugo will officiate. Burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery.
Mr. Wachtel was born in the town of Two Rivers on October 6, 1893, and spent 
his entire life on the farm. He married Bertha Bergene on October 22, 1921.
Besides the widow and one daughter, Rhoda, Mr. Wachtel is survived by his mother, 
Mrs. Anna Wachtel, a sister, Mrs. Arthur Kortens of Francis Creek and a brother, 
Ervin Wachtel of route two.
The body may be viewed at the C. J. Jansky Funeral Home tomorrow and until the 
time of the funeral on Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 10, 1942  P.2
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Marriage of August/Bertha Bergene Wachtel
The marriage of August Wachtel, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wachtel of the Town of 
Two Rivers and Miss Bertha Bergene of Cato, were solemnized at St. Luke's Church 
Saturday morning. Rev. Father Hugo officiated and quite a number of friends and 
relatives were present at the ceremony. A wedding reception followed at the home 
of the bride's parents.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 27, 1921


BARBARA WACHTEL

Mrs. Joseph J. Wachtel, 79, a lifelong resident of the county, died of a heart 
attack at her home at 1616 25th street, Two Rivers, Tuesday. She had been 
ailing with a heart disease for a number of years.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Friday at St. Luke Catholic church, Two 
Rivers, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo officiating. Burial will be in Calvary 
cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Wachtel, nee Miss Barbara Kabat, was born at Reedsville in 1872, a daughter 
of the late Joseph and Mary Kabat. She was married at Reedsville in 1897 to 
Joseph J. Wachtel of Two Rivers, the couple taking up their residence in Two 
Rivers, where she lived since. Her husband preceded her in death in May, 1950.
Surviving Mrs. Wachtel are a daughter, Mrs. Wenzil Hodek of Two Rivers; two sons, 
Reuben of Milwaukee and Clarence Wachtel of Wauwatosa; a sister, Mrs. Rose Tech 
of Green Bay, and two brothers, Joseph and William Kabat, both of Green Bay. There 
are also six grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Mrs. Wachtel was one of the oldest members of the St. Luke's Altar society, being 
affiliated with the organization 54 years.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel, Inc. funeral home, Two Rivers, from 2 p.m. 
Thursday until the hour of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral 
home at 7:45 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 29, 1951  P.2


BERTHA WACHTEL

Mrs. Bertha Wachtel, 85, formerly of 7607 Sunset Drive, Two Rivers, died late 
Monday afternoon, September 1, 1986 at the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, 
where she resided since last November. Funeral services will be 11:30 am 
Wednesday at Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Robert 
Sullivan will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Wachtel was born September 1, 1901 at Valders, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Knut and Emma Anderson Bergene. She attended District School. In October, 
1921 she married August Wachtel. He preceded her in death. Mrs. Wachtel was past 
president of Manitowoc County Homemakers and past president of Calvary Women's 
Society.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Rhoda and Erwin Kocian of Two 
Rivers; three grandchildren, Anna and Thomas Potratz of Albany, Georgia, 
Catherine and John Burwell of Rome City, Indiana and Margaret and Robert Smerchek 
of Racine; three great grandchildren, Adam Burwell, Meredith and Elizabeth Smerchek, 
other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, 6 pm to 8 pm this 
Tuesday evening. Memorials may be made to Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Sept. 2, 1986 page 13
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[bur. 09-03-1986/age 85 yrs.]
(01 Sep 1901/Sep 1986/SSDI)
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Marriage of August/Bertha Bergene Wachtel
The marriage of August Wachtel, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wachtel of the Town of 
Two Rivers and Miss Bertha Bergene of Cato, were solemnized at St. Luke's Church 
Saturday morning. Rev. Father Hugo officiated and quite a number of friends and 
relatives were present at the ceremony. A wedding reception followed at the home 
of the bride's parents.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 27, 1921


BLANCHE A. WACHTEL

Mrs. Blanche A. Wachtel, 75, of 2622 School St., Two Rivers, died Sunday, 
March 4, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Wachtel was born Feb. 22, 1909, at Marinette, Wis., daughter of the late 
Theodore and Frances McDonald Sauve. She was married to Herbert J. Wachtel, 
July 12, 1947, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Mrs. Wachtel was a 
member of Lakeshore Palatiers, American Federation of Weavers, Ladies of St. 
Luke. Mrs. Wachtel was a former instructor of weaving at Lakeshore Technical 
Institute and maintained her own studio in her home for weaving.
Survivors include her husband; three brothers, Willard, Kenneth and Donald all 
of Two Rivers; five sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Trautner, Mrs. Genevieve Founier, Mrs. 
Grace Tallent and Mrs. Harold (Elna) Theriault of Menominee, Mich. and Mary 
Sauve of Manitowoc; two brothers-in-law, Leo and Hilary Wachtel of Two Rivers 
and a cousin, Catherine of Two Rivers. She was preceded in death by a brother, 
Theodore.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 6 p.m. 
to 9 p.m. Tuesday, where a rosary service will be at 7:45 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, March 5, 1984 P. 3
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[bur. 03-07-1984/age 75 yrs.]
(22 Feb 1909/Mar 1984/SSDI)


CATHERINE WACHTEL    (d. 1961)

Funeral services for Mrs. Catherine A. Wachtel, 85, of 2017 Adams St., Two 
Rivers, who died at home Wednesday noon after a lingering illness, will be 
at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 
10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. H. J. Schmitz officiating. 
Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Mrs. Wachtel, nee Catherine Tintinger, was born Feb. 1, 1876, in the Town of 
Meeme, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Tintinger. In 1895, she was 
married to George Knoernschild, who died in 1905. She then was married in 1909 
to Michael Wachtel, who died in 1921. Since 1922 she had made her home with 
three nephews, Leo, Hilary and Herbert Wachtel.
Mrs. Wachtel was active in affairs of St. Luke parish for many years, and 
served for a number of years in the 1920s as treasurer of the St. Luke Altar 
Society. She was also a charter member of the Third Order of St. Francis.
Besides the nephews, she leaves a daughter, Miss Catherine Wachtel, of Two 
Rivers, and a son, George Knoernschild, of Manitowoc. Several other nieces 
and nephews survive.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels where the Rosary for the family will 
be at 7:45 o'clock this Thursday evening. Rosaries for the Third Order of St. 
Francis will be at 7 o'clock and for the Daughters of Isabella at 8:15 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 13, 1961  P.21


CATHERINE WACHTEL    (d. 2000)

Catherine E. Wachtel, age 82, of 2017 Adams St., Two Rivers, died Friday afternoon, 
Dec. 8, 2000, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2000, at St. Luke 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be 
Rev. Larry Seidl, with cremation to follow.
Catherine was born March 11, 1918, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Michael and 
Catherine Tintenger Wachtel. She attended St. Luke School and was a 1936 graduate 
of Washington High School, Two Rivers. She was a long-time deputy clerk of courts 
of Manitowoc County until her retirement. Catherine was also a member of the 
Daughters of Isabella, St. Luke Church and the Resurrection Choir.
Survivors include two cousins: Hillary Wachtel and Sylvia Steinhardt, both of Two 
Rivers; and a sister-in-law, Marie Knoerschild of Manitowoc. She is further survived 
by others relatives and friends.
Friends may call at St. Luke Catholic Church on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2000, from 3 p.m. 
until the time of service at 4 p.m.
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center of Two Rivers is 
assisting the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 10, 2000  P. A3
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Catherine E Wachtel
United States Social Security Death Index
Age 82
Given Name Catherine
Middle Name E
Surname Wachtel
Birth Date 11 Mar 1918
State Wisconsin
Last Place of Residence Oneida, Wisconsin
Previous Residence Postal Code 54501
Event Date 08 Dec 2000


FRANCISKA WACHTEL

Mrs. Franz Wachtel, a most estimable old lady and one of the early settlers 
of the Town of Two Rivers, died last Friday morning after a long illness. Her 
funeral took place from St. Luke's Church yesterday morning. She was born in 
Germany and was 68 years of age at the time of her death.
Card of Thannks
The undersigned hereby tender their sincere thanks for the aid and sympathy 
extended to them at the funeral of their beloved wife and mother. 
Franz Wachtel & Family
Manitowoc County Chronicle,  Tues., May 2, 1899


FRANK WACHTEL    (d. 1938)

Frank Wachtel, 78, pioneer Town of Two Rivers resident who resided on a farm 
north of Two Rivers his entire life, died at his home at 7 a.m. today. He had 
been ailing for a year with heart trouble.
Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed due to difficulty in opening 
the side road on which he lived. The body is to be taken to the Jansky funeral 
home.
Wachtel was born in the Town of Two Rivers on Feb. 16, 1859. He spent his entire 
life on the homestead. Fifty-two years ago he married Miss Anna Benzinger, who 
with three survives him.
Surviving children are Urban and August, Town of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Arthur 
Kortens, Kossuth. Two sisters, Mrs. Joseph Wolfe, Two Rivers and Mrs. John 
Albert, Milwaukee, and seven grandchildren also survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 31, 1938  P. 2
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Funeral services for Frank Wachtel, 78, who died yesterday morning at the 
homestead in the Town of Two Rivers, will be held in Two Rivers Thursday morning 
at 9 o'clock from the Jansky Funeral Home and at 9:30 o'clock from St. Luke's 
Catholic church, with the Very Rev. Dean C. V. Hugo officiating. Interment will 
be in Calvary cemetery.
The rosary will be prayed at the Jansky Funeral Home Wednesday evening at 7:45 
o'clock. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 1, 1938  P. 2


FRANZ WACHTEL    (d. 1902)

Death Wed. last week, following a long illness, of Franz Wachtel 
at the home of his daughter Mrs. Joseph Ruthmannsdorf in Two Rivers. 
The deceased was born 28 Dec. 1826 in Germany and came to America in 
1851. He settled in Town Two Rivers and worked a farm there until he 
recently took residence with his daughter. He leaves 3 children. His 
funeral was held Sat. from St. Luke's Church in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Dec. 1902
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A PIONEER PASSES AWAY
Last Saturday Franz Wachtel, one of the pioneers of the county was buried from 
St. Luke's church, this city, which he helped to found more than 50 years ago. 
His death took place on the preceding Wednesday (Dec. 10) at the home of his 
daughter, Mrs. Jos. Ruthmansdorfer in this city, after a long illness. He was 
born in Germany, December 28, 1826 and came to America in 1851, settling on a 
tract of land near this city where he continued to live until a short time ago. 
He was married twice and although he had 9 children, only three are now living. 
He was a gentle and considerate husband and father and a devout Christian.
It is reported of Franz Wachtel, one of the first settlers of the northern portion 
of the county, coming here upwards of 50 years ago, that he never in all his life, 
either in Germany where he was born or in America where he lived most of his life, 
ever rode in or was even aboard a railroad car. All his journeys were made by water 
routes.
The Chronicle, Tues., Dec. 13, 1902


HERBERT J. WACHTEL

Herbert J. Wachtel, 74, of 2622 School St., Two Rivers, died Friday, Dec. 14, 
at his residence.
Funeral services will be 7 p.m. Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Gregory Smith will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Wachtel was born May 17, 1910, at Two Rivers, son of the late Andrew and 
Amelia Jacquette Wachtel. He married Blanche A. Sauve, July 12, 1947, at Two 
Rivers. She preceded him in death in March of 1984. Mr. Wachtel was a retired 
Machinist for the Manitowoc Company. He operated Wachtel Repair Service in his 
home for over 50 years. Mr. Wachtel was a member of Two Rivers Knights of 
Columbus, Men of St. Luke and the International Association of Machinists Lodge 
516 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include a brother, Hilary of Two Rivers; a cousin, Catherine Wachtel 
of Two Rivers. He was preceded in death by a brother, Leo.
Friends may call at St. Luke Church, Two Rivers, 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Monday. 
Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is in charge of funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 16, 1984 P. 3
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[bur. 12-18-1984/age 74 yrs.]
(17 May 1910/Dec 1984/SSDI)


HILARY M. WACHTEL

Hilary M. Wachtel, age 86, of 2017 Adams St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday 
afternoon, Feb. 1, 2005 at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. 
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 4, 2005 at St. 
Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass 
of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William G. O'Brien, with burial to 
follow in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Hilary was born Jan. 23, 1919 in Two Rivers, a son of the late Andrew and 
Amelia (Jacquette) Wachtel. He attended St. Luke Catholic Grade School and 
Two Rivers Washington High School, graduating with the class of 1937. 
Hilary entered the military on Feb. 17, 1942 and served with the U.S. Army 
as a medical X-ray technician during World War II, serving in England and 
France. After his discharge from service on Jan. 22, 1946, Hilary enrolled 
in the Maytag Serviceman School and after successful completion formed a 
partnership with his brother Leo, known as Wachtel Bros. Repair Service. 
The appliance service business was located in the lower level of Schroeder's 
Department Store for many years, until their retirement. 
Hilary was a lifetime member of St. Luke Catholic Church, where he enjoyed 
singing with the choir; he was a very active volunteer of the Two Rivers 
Historical Society and the Two Rivers History and Wood Type museums. He was 
a 58-year member of the Knights of Columbus Council #1957, Two Rivers Senior 
Center and the Wisconsin Maritime Museum. Hilary was known by many as an 
excellent machinist and enjoyed traveling, having taken several vacations 
around the world. 
(survivors deleted for privacy)
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers and a sister-in-law: 
Leo Wachtel, Herbert and Blanche Wachtel; a special cousin: Catherine Wachtel; 
and a cousin: Marie Knoeschield.
Relatives and friends may call at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, after 9 a.m. Friday until the time of Mass at 10 a.m. There will 
be no visitation this evening. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to the Two Rivers Historical 
Society, Two Rivers Knights of Columbus, Manitowoc County Humane Society or the 
Wisconsin Maritime Museum. 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the Wachtel family with 
funeral arrangements. 
Special thanks to the doctors the staff of third floor ICU and medical unit of 
Aurora Medical Center, and the staff at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation 
Center, for all the compassionate care and kindness shown to Hilary. 
They named him HIL, which fit his stature; but, as a man he was more like a 
mountain.
He had a soul as deep as the ocean and was willing to help anyone as much as he 
could. 
He walked with the Lord all the days of his life; and now is safe within HIS 
FATHER'S arms. 
We know his life is complete. We all will miss Our Hil, Our Mentor, Our Friend. 
Here's to you Hil....... til we meet again. 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 3, 2005
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(23 Jan 1919/01 Feb 2005/SSDI)


JOSEPH WACHTEL    (d. 1910)

Joseph Wachtel, a pioneer of the town of Two Rivers who died suddenly while 
visiting at Two Rivers city, was buried in that city Tuesday from St. Luke's 
church. Mr. Wachtel who was 78 years of age came to Two Rivers last week to 
be with his son for the celebration of his birthday and was taken suddenly 
ill, death following in a few hours. A large family of children survive.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 18, 1910  P.1
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Mr. Jos. Wachtel, an old settler of the Town of Two Rivers, died at the home of 
his daughter, Mrs. Jos. Wolf last Saturday. Until ten days ago he made his home 
with his son, Frank of the Town of Two Rivers. The deceased was born in Bavaria, 
Germany and reached the ripe old age of 78. He was buried Tuesday from St. Luke's 
Church. A large concourse of farmers came to attend the funeral disregarding the 
heavy rainfall which occurred Tuesday morning.
The Reporter, Tues., May 17, 1910
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(First publication June 10, 1910.)
State of Wisconsin-County Court for Manitowoc County.
In the matter of the estate of Joseph Wachtel deceased, in probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Joseph 
Wachtel of Town of Two Rivers in said county having been delivered into said 
court:
And Frank Wachtel of Town of Two Rivers in said county having presented to said 
court his petition in writing duly verified, representing, among other things, 
that said Joseph Wachtel died testate, at Town of Two Rivers, in said county, on 
the 13th day of May, 1910; that said Instrument is the last will of said deceased 
and that Frank Wachtel 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 Frank Wachtel.
It is ordered, that said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs 
of said last will and testament be taken at a special term of said county court, 
to be held at the Probate Office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 5th 
day of July, 1910, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be 
given by publication thereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous 
to the time of said hearing in the Manitowoc Post a newspaper published in said 
Manitowoc county.
Dated June 6, 1910.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Emil Baensch, Attorney.
Manitowoc Post, Friday, June 24, 1910  P.8


JOSEPH J. WACHTEL    (d. 1950)

Joseph J. Wachtel, 77, of 1606 25th street, Two Rivers, died late last night, 
following a two years illness.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Luke Catholic church, 
Two Rivers, with burial in Calvary cemetery there.
He was born in Two Rivers in 1872 and later was employed at the Eggers and 
Aluminum company plants. He retired 17 years ago after working as a wood 
carver and cabinet maker.
Surviving are his wife, the former Barbara Kent; two sons, Reuben of Milwaukee 
and Clarence; a daughter, Mrs. Wencil Hodek of Two Rivers; brother Andrew of 
Two Rivers; sister, Mrs. Regina Hoffman of Two Rivers; and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, after 
Sunday noon, where the rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 13, 1950  P.2


LEO FRANK WACHTEL

Leo Wachtel, 68, of 2017 Adams Street, Two Rivers, died Saturday evening, 
December 8, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 7 p.m. Wednesday at St. Luke Catholic Church. The Rev. 
Greg Smith will officiate with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Wachtel was born April 24, 1916, at Two Rivers, son of the late Andrew and 
Amelia Jacquette Wachtel. Mr. Wachtel attended St. Luke Parochial School and 
Washington High School. For seven years he worked with C.C.C. and later served 
in World War II with the Army with the European Theatre for five years. Mr. 
Wachtel then worked with his brother in the appliance service. Mr. Wachtel was 
a member of VFW, Knights of Columbus and the Men of St. Luke.
Survivors include two brothers, Herbert and Hilary, both of Two Rivers and a 
very close cousin, Catherine of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at St. Luke Catholic Church, from 5 to 7 p.m. Wedneday evening. 
There will be no visitation at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel.
Herald Times Reporter, December 10, 1984 P. 3
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[bur. 12-13-1984/age 68 yrs.]
(24 Apr 1916/Dec 1984/SSDI)


MARGARETHA WACHTEL

Mrs. Jos. Wachtel, an old and esteemed resident of the town of Two Rivers 
was buried last Sunday from the Catholic Church.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - May 31, 1892


MICHAEL WACHTEL

Pneumonia claimed Michael Wachtel this morning at his home, 1612 22nd Street. 
Saturday he was still well and at work. Then he became ill and early this morning 
in the prime of manhood, aged 46, he answered the summons which sooner or later 
comes to us all.
Deceased was born in this city and has always resided here until his death. He was 
a carpenter and a good mechanic. He loved his work and therefore was industrious. 
He and his two brothers, Andrew and George, started a little factory about twenty 
years ago which was later purchased by local men and was the nucleus of the present 
Wisconsin Textile Mfg. Co.,, now quite a large concern. He was active in the fraternal 
order being a member of St. Joseph's Society and the Order of Foresters.
Deceased leaves a widow and one daughter, Catherine besides his aged mother and three 
brothers, Henry, Joseph and Andrew and a sister, Mrs. Joseph Hoffman of Mishicot. The 
funeral will be Saturday morning from St. Luke's church.
Card of Thanks
We herewith wish to express our sincere appreciation to those who so kindly donated 
their autos and services at the funeral of our beloved husband and father and for 
the many beautiful floral offerings.
Mrs. M. Wachtel and children
The Reporter, Thurs., Sept. 30, 1920
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The Hamilton Mfg. Company has paid to the widow of the late Michael Wachtel the sum of 
$1000.00 insurance which was being carried on the life of the deceased, who died 
September 30, 1920. Mr. Wachtel was in the employ of the Hamilton Mfg. Co., since May, 
1905 and therefore according to the rules governing the group insurance carried by the 
company was entitled to the full amount of $1000.
The Reporter, Tues., Oct. 21, 1920


JOSEPHINE WAIER

Mrs. George Waier died last Tuesday and her funeral took place on Thursday. The 
burial ceremony was conducted by Rev. Father Dechowski of the Sacred Heart Church.
Reporter, Sat., Feb. 9, 1907
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Mrs. George Waier, a young matron of this city died last Tuesday and was buried 
on Thursday from Sacred Heart church, Rev. Father Lechkowski officiating. A 
husband and one child is left to mourn her early death.
The Chronicle, Tues., Feb. 12, 1907


MATH WALLO

A young man from Two Rivers by the name of Matt Wallow died Saturday 
as a result of injury to his spine which he sustained a long time ago.
Der Nord Westen, 10 June 1909
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DEATH SAID TO BE DUE TO SEVERE PUNISHMENT
Compelled to Wipe Up His Own Blood
An ugly rumor in regard to the manner on which little Matt Wallo met his death 
is current in the city. For several weeks prior to the boy's death, there was a 
rumor which attributed the boy's illness to a severe beating administered by one 
of the sisters of St. Luke's Parochial School of which he was a pupil. Pupils of 
the school rehearsed what had happened at school at the fireside of their homes 
and it became quite generally known about the city that little Matt had had an 
unusually severe whipping in school.
About three weeks ago, these rumors have it, little Matt was so severely beaten 
with a maple ruler that after the beating, he was compelled by the sister who had 
administered the punishment to wipe up pools of blood from the floor - blood from 
wounds inflicted on his own body by the unhuman beating administered to him.
The relatives of the dead boy are extremely reticent in regard to the matter, one 
of the them saying that he had been warned, under no circumstances to sign a 
complaint of any kind. Frank Wallo, one of the brothers of the dead boy when closely 
questioned, said that about three weeks ago, Matt had told him that he had a 
"licking again" from his teacher, that he was sick as a result of the "licking" and 
that he could not go to school on that account. "I am afraid to tell father", said 
the boy, "for fear that he will whip me some more." Asked why his brother was so 
often whipped and whether he had been an unusually unruly boy, he said, "No, it 
seems that she just had a pick on him. She whipped him so often and so hard the last 
time that I went to see the sisters and told them that this must stop."
But little Matt never entered the schoolroom again. For three weeks with his body 
covered with ugly welts and black and blue spots, he suffered and then died.
After the boy's death, the attending physician, Dr. A. M. Farrell, asked the father 
of the boy whether or not he wished a post mortem examination of the body should be 
made. The father replied that since the boy was dead anyhow, it would do no good.
It is said that during the boy's illness, one of the swellings on the boy's back was 
lanced on the supposition that pus had gathered in it. No pus was found, however, 
only bruised and inflamed tissue. The certificate of death is said to state that 
the boy died of inflammation of the bowels. No sooner was the funeral over and it 
became a certainty that there appeared to be an attempt to cover up the matter, 
than rumors that contained much more suspicion began to be heard. Demands that an 
investigation be held became frequent and all that was known about the case was 
rehearsed again and again wherever people gathered in public.
It is probably that a demand for a thoro investigation of the affair by the county 
authorities will be demanded if not by the school authorities then by others who 
are interested in seeing to it that cruel and inhuman forms of punishment cannot be 
administered to the pupils of any of our schools. Today it is rumored that the sister 
who administered the punishment that is said to have caused Matt Wallo's death has 
left the city.
Matt Wallo, age 13, died last Sunday after an illness of three weeks. The death 
certificate stated that he died of inflammation of the bowels. The funeral was held 
last Wednesday. All the brothers and sisters of the deceased boy attended the funeral 
which took place from St. Luke's church.
The Reporter, June 12, 1909
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Coroner's Jury Holds Inquest
Death by Natural Causes - Teacher Exonerated
Article is a long narrative of the details of the testimony. Findings are as follows:
Drs. Farrell, Meany and Christiansen, who with Dr. Falger examined the body at the 
time it was disinterred, testified that they had found nothing to indicate that the 
boy had died otherwise than a natural death. The body, when opened, showed adhesion 
of the colon and other intestines, showing that these had been inflamed and also 
adhesion of one lung, which also probably was caused by inflammation at some time.
The Reporter, June 26, 1909
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(1900 Two Rivers census:
Theodore Wallo age 60; wife Mary 59; Thresa 16; Katie 15; Frank 13; 
Joseph 8; Anton 6; Mathius 4; Clara 2)
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(1910 Two Rivers census:
Theodor Wollo 63; Mary 61 had 12 children 11 living; Joe 19; Anton 17; 
Clara 11)
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(1920 Two Rivers census:
Theodore Wallo 74; Mary 73; Clara 20)


BRIDGET WALSH    (d. 1878)

BRIDGET WALSH, aged 13 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Felix Walsh of 
Two Rivers, died of consumption on Saturday last.
Few children are gifted with greater mental powers than was this child 
whom death has so untimely carried off. We offer our sympathy to the 
parents for the loss of a child whose short life gave promise of a happy 
and useful future.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 2, 1878  P. 3


BRIDGET WALSH    (d. 1909)

The funeral of the late Mrs. Felix Walsh, one of the oldest pioneers of Two 
Rivers was held in that city today and was largely attended. Mrs. Walsh came 
to the county as a girl in 1852, locating at Rapids where she was married 
and later removed to Two Rivers. Mr. Walsh died in 1891. Mrs. Walsh was the 
mother of ten children, seven of whom survive. Mrs. Walsh was a cousin of 
Michael Davitt, the famous Irish patriot and Irish Member of English Parliament, 
whose name appears in English history of recent years.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, November 3, 1909  P.1
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Mrs. Bridget Walsh, the widow of the late Felix Walsh, died Saturday in
Two Rivers. The deceased was born 1833 in Ireland and came to America in 1852.
She is survived by 7 children. The funeral took place Tuesday morning from the
Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 04 Nov. 1909
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Old Settler Passes Away
Mrs. Felix Walsh was summoned to her eternal home by the DIVINE MASTER last 
Saturday afternoon at two o'clock. She reached the age of 81. For the past 
summer she had been ailing. Death can be ascribed to old age. Mrs. Walsh was 
one of the early settlers in this vicinity. She is survived by three sons, 
John of Washourn, Thos., of Manitowoc and the whereabouts of her son, Felix 
are unknown; four daughters, Mrs. John Wattawa of Kewaunee, Mrs. James 
Cunningham of Sturgeon Bay, Miss Sarah of Milwaukee and Lucy of this city. 
The burial will take place today.
The Reporter, Tues., Nov. 2, 1909
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In the death of Mrs. Felix Walsh who died at her home on the East Side last 
Saturday afternoon, there passed away another of the city's pioneer settlers.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Bridget Comer, was born in Strade, County 
Mayo, Ireland in 1833, coming to America when a young girl and spending the 
first few years in Canada. In 1852 she came to this county and settled at 
Manitowoc Rapids, where she was married to Felix Walsh who brought her here 
as his bride and this city has been her home ever since. Her husband died in 
1891.
She was the mother of ten children, seven of whom survive her. She was unselfish 
and devoted to her family and each of them received the best education the city 
afforded and nearly all other children received higher education, fitting them 
for professional careers in which they have won honor and distinction, among 
them being the prominent attorneys, Thomas J. Walsh, of Helena, Montana, and 
John Walsh, of Washburn, Wis.
Mrs. Walsh was a woman of exceptional strength of character and kindly disposition, 
she was loved and esteemed by her friends and neighbors. She was a Christian woman 
and was deeply devoted to her religion. For many years she and her husband were 
recognized as foremost citizens and their memory will remain in the hearts of those 
who knew them for years to come.
Mrs. Walsh was a cousin of Michael Davitt, the famous Irish Patriot and Irish Member 
of English Parliament, whose name appears in English history of recent years.
The funeral took place from St. Luke's church Tuesday morning and was largely 
attended. Nearly all of the children were present at the funeral.-Two Rivers Chronicle
Manitowoc Pilot, November 4, 1909


ELIZA WALSH

ELIZA WALSH of Two Rivers died of consumption of the lungs at Los Angeles, 
California on Thursday of last week. She had gone to that place about a year 
ago in the hope that the change would benefit her. Her remains were brought 
to Two Rivers for interment. She was a bright active young woman who guided 
her conduct strictly according to principle.
Manitowoc Pilot, July 19, 1894  P. 3

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News was received here by telegraph last Wednesday of the death of Miss Eliza Walsh, which took place in California where she had gone last fall in hopes of an improvement in health in the mild climate of that state. It seems, however, that no improvement resulted from the change of climate and about two months ago her sister, Mary Walsh, was summoned to her side in consequence of a rapid decline that had set-in. The body will be brought here for interment and will arrive here sometime his week. During her last days she had an intense longing to be at home and this no doubt hastened her death. Her many friends here deeply regret her death and profoundly sympathize with the sorrowing family.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., July 17, 1894 

FELIX WALSH

Death in Two Rivers of Felix Welsch(sic) on Mon.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Sept. 1891
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Felix Walsh of Two Rivers died at his home in that city on Tuesday 
morning. He has been in ill health for some years and as he had 
reached the alotted span his friends recognized the fact that his 
illness would end in death. He was born in Co. Armagh, Ireland and 
came to Canada in 1844. After four years residence there he moved 
to Michigan and remained there for two years. He settled in Two 
Rivers in 1850, the year in which the cholera almost depopulated 
that section. In 1855 he was married, the issue of which were nine 
children, all of whom were at his death bed, except T.J. Walsh who 
is a resident of Helena, Montana. Mr. Walsh live continuously in 
Two Rivers from the time of his first arrival there. He was a man 
liberally endowed by nature in mental strength and consequently 
became identified quite early with the progress of the town in which 
he lived. For 30 years he held the office in succession of town, 
village and city clerk. He also served as justice of the peace for 
a number of years. But it was as member of the school board that Mr. 
Walsh is most entitled to live in the memory of his townsmen. He 
believed firmly in the public schools and his best efforts were bent 
in the direction of their improvement. He served long and faithfully 
on the school board and not until growing years counseled retirement 
did he abate his interest. He was public spirited in everything which 
affected the town in which he lived or the county of which it is a 
part. Loyal to his family he was likewise true to his country and 
though he never claimed anything as his due for public services he 
did much which entitles him to grateful remembrance.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, September 3, 1891 P. 3
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Felix Walsh
Felix Walsh, whose death we briefly announced last week, was born in 1821 
in County Armagh, Ireland. In 1844, while yet a young man, he emigrated to 
America, landing in Canada and remaining there a few years and then drifting 
further westward, until at last in 1850 he came to anchor at Two Rivers, where 
he founded a permanent home and abiding place.  For many years he was 
employed in lumbering and in various arduous labors of the pioneer and for 
many years it was a constant struggle with him, early and late, winter and 
summer, to supply the wants of the family of little ones growing up around him. 
It was as a father that the strongest and best traits of his character and manhood 
were exemplified.  He never grew weary of working for the physical comforts of 
his children and to his tireless and constant efforts to educate them, to inspire 
them with manly and womanly sentiments and aspirations, can be attributed 
the fact that each and all of his family of nine children, now men and women 
grown, are today looked upon as upright men and women of more than average 
intelligence, reflecting honor upon their father and upon themselves by heeding 
his counsels and pursuing the course he pointed out.
But the severity of his labors ceased many years ago and soon as his family 
no longer needed his entire attention, he patriotically devoted the residue to 
the public and for twenty-five years preceding his death, he was prominent, 
active and influential in directing the affairs of this city and county and was 
always found a willing and effective worker in the line of progress and 
development. He took great interest in the public schools of the county and 
was a staunch advocate and defender of our public school system. The schools 
in our county are today better for the interest he took in them and for the efforts 
he put forth for them.  The splendid superintendence they have had is largely 
owing to his efforts and in deference to his wishes. From his own family circle 
he sent out seven well-equipped teachers to work in the cause of public education 
and the high rank the schools in this city have attained is mainly owing to his 
individual efforts.  Indeed, Felix Walsh was heart and soul, a Bennett law 
democrat -- that is, he believed that the state should superintend the training 
of its future citizens, that such training should be uniform and should be the 
birthright of each child.
The interest he took in public affairs naturally made him prominent in local 
politics, though with the exception of the office of town clerk and after the 
separation of the town from the city, of city clerk and justice of the peace, he 
neither sought or desired to benefit himself therefrom.  For many years his 
influence was sought by local politicians and aspirants for office and his good 
will was ever considered a great point, if gained.  At caucuses and conventions 
he was very useful, for he was an adroit parliamentarian, quick-witted and 
persuasive, but always thoroughly honorable and amiable.  In this account he 
was frequently chosen the chairman of such meetings.
In religion he was a Roman Catholic.  His faith was as firm as the "everlasting 
hills". Though he lingered along in the valley of the shadow of death,, he feared 
no evil but serenely awaited the end, seeing the sunshine of God's smile beyond 
the dark shadow.  He was neither obtrussive nor intolerant in religious matters, 
realizing that there were other compasses besides his own by which men could be 
guided over the troublous sea of life and no man could be more considerate of 
others' religious opinions than was he.  In fact many who esteemed him most, 
did not agree with him on the matter of faith.  But as he was reared, so reared he 
his family and thus fulfilled his duty, according to his knowledge of his duty. 
The qualities of mind and heart which he possessed were God's own gifts and not 
the bequest of any church and had his faith been different, his life and his life's 
labors would have been the same.  He was known by his works and will be judged 
by them and not by any faith, which in most cases, is the "accident of birth".
In 1853, Felix Walsh was married to Miss Bridget Comers whose home 
was then at Manitowoc Rapids. Ten children resulted from this union, 
nine of whom lived to grow up and all of whom were at his bedside when the 
final summons came, except T.J. Walsh of Helena, Montana, who was prevented 
from being present by ill health.  He retained his senses till the last moment and 
sank to rest peacefully and resignedly.  His funeral took place from the Catholic 
Church Thursday and was largely attended by citizens of the city and old settlers 
of the county.
Manitowoc County Chronicle -Sept. 8, 1891
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(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 07 Sept.) 
Death and burial last week of Felix Walsh, an old settler here who had 
worked a long time as city clerk and as Justice of the Peace. He leaves 
a widow and 8 children, all of who have good positions as teachers or 
lawyers. 
Der Nord Westen, 10 Sept. 1891 
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Felix Walsh, Pioneer
"Can someone tell me where I might see Justice of the Peace Walsh?" inquired a 
young man at about dusk one winter evening. "He is not at his office," he 
continued, directing his question from a sleigh in which he was driving, to a 
passer by who answered that the Justice was at the moment getting his horse shod 
at the smithy. The couple drove to the blacksmith shop, for there was a young 
woman at the driver's side and both appeared to be 25 years old. Justice Walsh 
was expected at the shop and the couple decided to await his arrival, meanwhile, 
accepting the smith's invitation to warm up for it was a cold day.
That they were children of toil and wholly unsophisticated was plain, yet the 
young woman seemed quite comely, with a robust glow of health in her cheeks. The 
young man informed Mr. Walsh who soon arrived, that he had driven down from Gibson 
to be married and furthermore, they were in a great hurry to get back home that 
night. "Surely," said the Justice, he would perform the ceremony and jokingly 
suggested, as he looked at the smith, that this smithy, where iron bars were 
joined by everlasting welds would be a good place to weld and unite two souls with 
but a single thought. To his surprise, the couple took the suggestion seriously 
and were eager and insistent that the ceremony be performed at once.
Thus, as the anvils clanged forth music, from the measured blows by sturdy smiths, 
welding iron bars together, Justice of the Peace Walsh with appropriate words joined 
the couple in wedlock and as he hoped an unbreakable union. The odd surroundings 
for the ceremony caused no concern to the couple who appeared extremely happy as 
they left immediately for their home.
Felix Walsh served successively as town clerk, village clerk and city clerk for this 
community while it went through those stages of development and held public office 
probably longer than anyone else in local history. He died here thirty years ago. 
Born in Ireland, he possessed all the aptitude for things political which the sons 
of that land have ever been famous for and for many years no town meeting or caucus 
was complete unless Felix Walsh was chairman and managing director. So well did he 
manage things that a political fight was something unknown here and the meeting 
which were always non-partisan affairs left everyone well satisfied. Emoluments of 
office were very small and his many years of service were in reality gratuitous. 
Mr. Walsh owned quite a stretch of land between the river and the Rangeline Road 
which has now become an addition to the city. Although he was not a lawyer, his 
knowledge of law was held in high esteem and his advice was sought by all and given 
without charge.
Felix Walsh was essentially a home man, devoted to his family and while he enjoyed 
politics he never allowed politics to lead him away from his home loving habits. 
On the East side the Walsh family lived for many years and here all of the children 
were born and reared to manhood and womanhood. Mrs. Walsh, the wife of Felix Walsh 
and mother of his children, long survived him and died about ten years ago.
The records of the Walsh family of Two Rivers entitles it to be called a family with 
brains. It was a large family of children and nearly all of the were for a time 
teachers. Some of them became lawyers and good ones top. One is now a U.S. Senator, 
Thomas Walsh, who is now for the second term, Senator from Montana, received his 
education in the public schools here, as did all his brothers and sisters. He taught 
school in this county. He left here many years ago with his brother, Henry for the 
Far West, where they opened a law office together. Henry also was an able lawyer. 
He died in the West about fifteen years ago. John Walsh, another of the boys is now 
practicing law in Washington and was attorney for the U.S. Trade Commission. John 
served as Judge in Kewaunee County and later practiced law in Antigo. He received 
prominent mention some years ago as a possible candidate for the nomination of 
Governor. Of the girls, Mary taught long in the schools here. She is now Mrs. 
Cunningham and resides near Sturgeon Bay. Kate, who is now Mrs. Watawa, formerly of 
Kewaunee, resides in Madison where Sarah and her sister, Lucy also live. Sarah at 
present is teaching school there.
The Reporter, Thurs., Mar. 4, 1920
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(The following is the obituary for his son Henry):
Henry Walsh of Redfield, S.D., died on Friday of last week. Mr. Walsh was a 
former resident of Two Rivers where he was educated. He taught school in this 
county for several years and was principal of the Annapee schools. After being 
admitted to the bar he located in South Dakota. 
He was a man of most excellent qualities, transparently honest, true as steel 
to his friends and firm in his convictions. He had the strength of settled 
purpose and industry, and attained high rank in his profession. What is more, 
he was regarded as a man of the kindliest nature and highest honor by all who 
knew him.
Manitowoc Pilot, December 2, 1897, p.3
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(1860 Two Rivers ward 1 census:
Felix Walsh 48; Bridget 46; Mary 15; Henry 13; Thos. James 12; Margaret Gleison 13)
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(1870 Two Rivers ward 1 census:
Phelix Welch 44; Bertha 36; Mary 14; Henry 12; Thomas 11; Kate 9; Eliza 7; Sarah 6; 
Bridget 5; Joseph 6/12)
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(1880 Two Rivers city census:
Felix Walsh 54; Bridget 40; Mary 24; Eliza 17; Sarra 16; Felix 10; John 8; Lucy 5)


LUCY WALSH

TO BURY MISS WALSH IN CITY
Sister of Senator Walsh Dies At Madison on Friday
TWO RIVERS (Special)-Miss Lucy Walsh, 65, sister of the late Senator Thomas J. 
Walsh of Two Rivers, died late yesterday at a Madison hospital after an extended 
illness. Miss Walsh had been living in Madison with her sister, Mrs. Kathryn 
Wattawa, since she left Two Rivers in 1908.
Funeral services will be held in Madison Monday morning from the Blessed Sacrament 
Catholic church at 8 o'clock. The body will be brought to this city for burial in 
the family plot in Calvary cemetery.
Born in Two Rivers
Miss Walsh was born in this city in 1873 (sic) the daughter of the late Felix and 
Bridget Walsh. She was the youngest of the family of the one-time city clerk and 
justice of the peace. She was born in the old family home on 19th street near 
Emmett.
Survivors are three sisters, Mrs. Wattawa of Madison, Mrs. James Cunningham of 
Sturgeon Bay, and Sarah, retired school teacher also living at Madison; two 
brothers, John R. Walsh, Washington, D.C., attorney, and Felix of Portland, Oregon. 
The only relatives still residing here are cousins and include Miss Bess Blaha, Mrs. 
Frank LeClair, Mrs. Henry Short and Mrs. Walter Suettinger.
It is expected the body will arrive here late Monday morning and that the burial 
will take place about 2 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, June 25, 1938 P. 11
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[Lucy Jane Walsh]


SARAH WALSH

Miss Sarah Walsh, 84, last member of a pioneer Two Rivers family and sister of 
the late U.S. Senator Thomas Walsh of Montana, died Wednesday night at her home 
in Madison.
Funeral services will be held Saturday morning at Madison and the body will be 
brought to Two Rivers for burial in Calvary cemetery.
For many years Miss Walsh taught in Milwaukee schools. She also was a teacher in 
rural schools of Manitowoc county and Two Rivers grade schools.
Follwing her retirement from teaching she made her home with her sister, the 
late Mrs. Kate Wattawa in Madison. She was a member of the Catholic Women's club 
in that city.
Survivors include three nieces, Mrs. S.A. D?lson of Madison, Mrs. J.H. Geisse of 
Washington, D.C., and Virginia Wattawa of Chicago, and a nephew, John Wattawa of 
Washington.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, October 8, 1948 P. 2


ELIZABETH WALTERS

Mrs. Elizabeth Walters, 81, died at the home of her son Adolph, at Two Rivers 
Friday afternoon at 4:15.
Born Elizbeth Marquie in Oberstreicht, Germany, May 29, 1860, she came to 
Wisconsin in 1884. In 1887 she married Adolph Walters, and in 1906 they moved 
to Two Rivers.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. James Dorey of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Elmer 
Van Boven of Iron Mountain, Mich., and two sons. Adolph with whom she made her 
home at Two Rivers and John of Green Bay, Wis., 12 grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held from the Beduhn Funeral Home at 8:30 o'clock 
Monday morning and from the St. Luke's Catholic church at 9 o'clock, with the 
Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo officiating. Burial will be at Calvary cemetery.
The body may be viewed from 7 o'clock this evening until the hour of the 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, July 12, 1941 P. 4


FRED WALTERS

EPIDEMIC CLAIMS BOTH
William Walters, 29 years of age, of Two Rivers, the picture of 
health, was stricken with influenza there and died last Thursday. 
His wife was so ill with the same malady that she was unable to 
attend the funeral on Monday. Yesterday she also passed away. One 
daughter survives. William Walters is survived by his mother, two 
sisters, and three brothers. One brother, John, is with Company H 
in France and another brother, Adolph, is also in the service.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, October 23, 1918, Page 1
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Notes from Two Rivers:
Fred Walters, aged 27, died at his home in this city Monday afternoon. His death 
was due to pneumonia from which he suffered only a few days. Deceased is survived 
by his mother, two brothers, John, who is in France and Adolph, who is at Camp 
Jackson, S.C., also by two sisters, Elsie and Anna.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 12, 1918
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Private Adolph Walters was called home from Camp Jackson, S.C., to attend 
the funeral of his brother, Fred. He returns this week and expects to be 
mustered out soon.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, December 19, 1918 P. 8


WILLIAM WALTERS

EPIDEMIC CLAIMS BOTH
William Walters, 29 years of age, of Two Rivers, the picture of 
health, was stricken with influenza there and died last Thursday. 
His wife was so ill with the same malady that she was unable to 
attend the funeral on Monday. Yesterday she also passed away. One 
daughter survives. William Walters is survived by his mother, two 
sisters, and three brothers. One brother, John, is with Company H 
in France and another brother, Adolph, is also in the service.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, October 23, 1918, Page 1
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Notes from Two Rivers:
William Walters, aged 29, was stricken with influenza and in less than a week, 
died on Thursday at this home in this city. Mr. Walters was born at Marinette 
and has been a resident of this city for about ten years. He is survived by his 
widow and little daughter. The funeral was held Monday morning from St. Luke's 
church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 24, 1918
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(Note: There is a Rose Walters in Pioneers Rest, Two Rivers who may be the
wife of this William Walters. She also died in 1918.)
*******
William Wolters(sic) and Miss Rose Fanzlau(sic), Two Rivers young people were 
married here Thursday, Justice Adolph R. Schulze officiating in tying the knot. 
The ceremony was solemnized in the probate court office and witnessed by Miss 
Elsa Wolters and Ed Fanslau, sister and brother to the principals. The couple 
will make their home at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 14, 1912 page 2


MARY WATZL    (d. 1920)

Mr. and Mrs. Jac. Merith, Mrs. Francis Kuink and Mrs. Anna Monish have returned 
to Coleman after a visit with Mrs. Matt Watzel at Two Rivers, who is seriously 
ill.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, June 1, 1920 P.3
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Mrs. Matthias Watzl passed away at her home on Hawthorn Ave. last week Thursday. 
Her death was due to apoplexy. Deceased was born in Bohemia 61 years ago and 
came to this country at the age of eight. She was married in 1882 and the family 
has resided her since 1884. Besides her husband, decedent leave a son, Walter, 
two daughters, Mrs. Frank Krejsa and Mrs. Frank Netrick. The funeral was held 
Saturday from St. Luke's Church.
The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 19, 1920
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[Mary WATZEL]


ELSIE WEAVER

MRS. E. WEAVER GETS SUMMONS 
Native Of Two Rivers Dies In Milwaukee, Rites Here
Mrs. Elizabeth Weaver, 50, native of Two Rivers, died late Wednesday night in 
Milwaukee after an illness of four months. She underwent an operation last 
November.
The body will arrive in Two Rivers tonight and later will be removed from the 
Beduhn & Goetz mortuary to the residence of Mrs. Philip Neumann, Tenth street, 
a sister of the deceased. The funeral will be held Saturday at 9:30a.m. at St. 
Marks church and burial will be in Calvary cemetery. 
Her maiden name was Hippert. She was born in Two Rivers May 17, 1884, the 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Hippert, both of whom are now dead. When she 
was 17 years old she went to Milwaukee and had made her home there ever since. 
Survivors are seven sisters, Mrs. Neumann, Mrs. Emil Nagle, Mrs. Arthur Geske, 
Mrs. Edward Kowalski, Mrs. Valentine Rath and Mrs. Reed Avery all of Two Rivers 
and Mrs. Robert Stamm of West Allis, and three brothers, Henry Hippert, West 
Allis, Norman and Roland of Two Rivers. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 3, 1934  P.11


ANNA WEBER

Death in Two Rivers last Mon. of Mrs. John Weber after a long and 
painful illness. The deceased leaves her husband with several children 
and was buried Wed. from the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 16 Mar. 1893
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The wife of John Weber of this city died yesterday after a long and 
painful illness.  She was the daughter of Joseph Wachtel, and was a 
most estimable and loveable woman. She leaves a husband and several 
small children to mourn for her.  Her funeral takes place tomorrow 
from the Catholic church.
The Manitowoc Count Chronicle, Tues. 14 Mar. 1893


CAROLINE "CARRIE" WEBER

Mr. and Mrs. N. Weber lost their little daughter, Clara(sic), aged 9 years last 
Sunday. She died of diphtheria.
The Chronicle, Tues., July 13, 1897
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(par. Nicholas and Elizabeth Weber/from death record)
WEBER Carrie A. Jul 11 1897 v.6  p.25 
********
(I think this is the same child. There is no census between 1880 and 1900 so
I can't see if she is on there. The Clara doesn't match, but newspapers made
mistakes in children's names and ages.)


CATHARINA WEBER

Mrs. John Weber died at the Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc last Saturday. 
Brain fever brought on her demise. The deceased was 53 years old. A husband 
and five children mourn her departure to that realm from whence none return.
The Reporter, Sat., Aug. 1, 1908
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Mrs. John Weber died last Saturday at Holy Family hospital, where she had been 
taken for treatment. At first the nature of her trouble baffled the skill of 
the physicians who were called in consultation, but it ultimately developed into 
brain fever. She was 53 years of age on April 1st and her birthplace was in the 
town of Kossuth, her maiden name being Catherine Becker. She was twice married, 
her first husband was Matt Schreiner, who for several years kept a saloon at Kings 
Bridge. She bore him three children and two children were born to her second 
husband. Her funeral took place from St. Luke's church Tuesday morning-Two Rivers Chronicle.
Manitowoc Pilot, July 30, 1908
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(1900 Two Rivers census:
John Weber age 43 b. 1857; Katie 44 b. 1856; Mathies 19;
Frank 15; Gustav 14; Edward 11; Lena 8; Willie 5; Maggie 1)


CHILD OF PHILIPP WEBER

Death of a small child of Philipp Weber in Two Rivers last week.
Der Nord Westen, 30 Sept. 1897


ELIZABETH WEBER

DEATH CLAIMS MRS. WEBER AT HOME OF SON
Mrs. Elizabeth Weber Dies After Long Illness: Funeral is Monday
Mrs. Elizabeth Weber, a lifelong resident of this vicinity, died 
at the home of her son, Peter Weber at 1609 20th street at 3 
o'clock this morning after a long illness.  She was nearing her 
79th birthday.
Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 9 o'clock in St. 
Luke's Catholic Church, the Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo officiating. 
The remains can be viewed at the Jansky funeral home tonight and 
until the hour of services.
The rosary will be said at the funeral home at 7:45 Sunday night.
Mrs. Weber, nee Elizabeth Moseler, was born in the town of Two 
Rivers on June 29, 1860.  Her husband, the late Nicholas Weber, 
died here 33 years ago. For the past 10 years she had been residing 
with her son Peter.
Mrs. Weber is survived by two sons, Peter and Louis, both of this 
city, nine grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
The Two Rivers Reporter, Sat. 20 May 1939


FRANK WEBER    (d. 1904)

Frank Weber, a son of John Weber, died last Sunday night of consumption. He was 
a young man 19 years of age and was greatly beloved by his family and friends. 
The funeral will take place from St. Luke's church tomorrow morning.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Aug. 30, 1904


JOHN WEBER

JOHN WEBER, 78, SUFFERS FATAL STROKE SUNDAY
Pioneer Resident of the County Succumbs at Son's Home
Suffering a heart stroke while reading in a chair at the home of 
his son, Edwin, manager of the Commonwealth Telephone company, 907 
17th street, with whom he had resided for the past seven years, 
John Weber, 78, a pioneer resident of the county died suddenly at 
4 o'clock Sunday afternoon.
Mr. Weber, who was one of the earliest employees at the old Mann 
Brothers pail factory, had been in good health up to the time he 
was stricken.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock in St. 
Luke's Catholic church, the Very Rev. Dean C.V. Hugo officiating. 
Interment will be in the family plot in Calvary cemetery. The body 
can be viewed at the C. J. Jansky funeral home tonight from where 
it will be taken to the Weber home Tuesday morning.
Born in Germany, March 29, 1858, Mr. Weber immigrated to this 
country when he was 16 years old, settling in the town of Mishicot. 
When a young man he removed to this city where he entered in the 
employment of the Mann Brothers.  For 15 years up to his retirement 
a few years ago he was employed as a fireman at the Hamilton 
Manufacturing company.
Surviving Mr. Weber are two sons, Edwin of this city, and Gus Weber, 
Bayfield business man.  He also leaves two step-daughters, Mrs. Elmer 
Ford, and Mrs. Nic Moseler, both of this city, three sisters, Mrs. 
John Schwartzenbart of Chicago, Mrs. Frank Parn of Chippewa Falls, 
and Mrs. H. P. Brocher of this city, and two brothers, Peter of Cadott, 
Wis., and Michael Weber of Chippewa Falls.   There are also eight 
grandchildren and one great grandchild.
For many years Mr. Weber was a member of the Holy Name society of 
St. Luke's church.
The Two Rivers Reporter, Mon. 31 Aug 1936


LUDWIG (LOUIS) WEBER

Louis Weber, 55, of 1609 20th street, Two Rivers, died this morning 
at the Holy Family hospital. He had been in failing health for three 
months.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic 
church, Two Rivers, with burial in Calvary cemetery there.
He was born in Two Rivers in 1894 and was first employed at the 
Hamilton company. For the past 26 years he was a welder at plant No. 1 
of the Aluminum Goods company in Two Rivers. In 1923 he married Miss 
Mary Deprey. She died in 1925.
Survivors are a daughter (private) of Two Rivers, and a brother, Peter, 
with whom he resided.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two 
Rivers, after 2 p.m. Friday, where the rosary will be recited at 7:45 
Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, September 1, 1949 P.2
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Death Comes to Louis Weber at 55 Early Today
Well Known Aluminum Goods Welder Ailing Three Months
Lois Weber, 55, widely known lifelong resident of the city and a 
welder at the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company, plant No. 1 
for nearly 26 years, died at the Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc 
shortly after seven o'clock this morning, where he had been a 
patient for the past week.
Mr. Weber had been in failing health for the past three months and 
a month ago was removed to the local hospital, from where he was 
removed to the Manitowoc institution a week ago.
Funeral Saturday
Funeral services will be held at 10 o'clock Saturday morning at St. 
Luke's Catholic Church, the Rev. Lawrence A. Stingle officiating. 
Interment will be in the family lot in Calvary cemetery.  The body 
may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel, Inc. funeral home from 2 
o'clock on Friday afternoon to the hour of services. The rosary 
will be recited at the funeral home at 7:45 Friday night.
Louis Weber was born in this city on May 27, 1894, a son of the late 
Nicholas and Elizabeth Harges Weber.  When a young man he worked in 
the wood plant of the Hamilton Manufacturing Co. and for the past 26 
years was an employee of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company, 
where he was a welder nearly the entire period.  A lover of sports, 
Mr. Weber since a youth was an ardent baseball fan.
Was Widower
In July of 1923 Mr. Weber was married to Miss Mary Deprey of this 
city, who preceded him in death on April 10, 1925, leaving a daughter,
now (private) of this city.
Besides his daughter, he leaves a brother, Peter Weber, 1609 20th 
street, with whom he resided for many years.
The Two Rivers Reporter, Thurs. 1 Sept. 1949
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Marriage of Louis/Mary Weber
The marriage of Miss Marie Durpie(sic) of Algoma and Louis Weber, son 
of Mrs. Nic Weber was solemnized Tuesday morning at St. Luke's Church, 
Rev. C.F. Hugo officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., July 27, 1923


MARGARET WEBER

MRS. WEBER DIES HERE ON SUNDAY
Funeral Will Be Held on Wednesday Morning at St. Luke's 
Mrs. John Weber, Sr., 78, 2001 River street, died at her home at 9 p.m. Sunday 
after suffering a long and complicated illness. The funeral will be held at 9 
a.m. Wednesday from St. Luke's church and interment will be in the Calvary 
cemetery. The Rev. Father C. V. Hugo will read the services.
Mrs. Weber, nee Margaret Hessel, was born in Germany in 1851 and came to this 
country when she was but two years old. She has lived in Two Rivers for 46 years, 
coming here from Green Bay. She was married twice, to Peter Krause in 1871, and 
to John Weber in 1909.
Her widower, 10 children and 12 grandchildren survive her. The daughters are: 
Mrs. A. Deitz and Mrs. H. Logan, Chicago, Mrs. John Schubert, Bessemer, Mich., 
Mrs. W. Lampert, Rockford, Mrs. William Thompson, and Mrs. E. Reichert, Chicago, 
Mrs. H. Hendricks, Milwaukee, Mrs. H. Zannacker, Manitowoc. Two sons are Ed 
Krause of Chicago and Lawrence Krause of St. Paul. She has one sister living, 
Mrs. Gertrude Hessel, Green Bay. 
Manitowoc Times, March 25, 1929  P.6
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Funeral Services For Mrs. Weber To Be Wednesday
Mrs. John, Weber, for more than fifty years a resident in this city, passed 
away at her home Sunday, the victim of a complication of diseases. Mrs. Weber, 
aged 76, nee Margaret Hessel, was born in Germany. At the age of two she 
immigrated with her parents to Green Bay and after twenty years in that city 
they moved to this locality.
She was married to Peter Krause of this city fifty-five years ago. Later 
following the death of Mr. Krause she married Mr. Weber. Besides her husband 
she is survived by eight daughters, Mrs. Alvin Dietz, Mrs. Edward Reichert,
Mrs. William Thomson and Mrs. Harry Logan, all of Chicago; and Mrs. H. 
Heinrich of Milwaukee; Mrs. William Lampert of Rockford, Ill.; Mrs. Herbert 
Zannacker and Mrs. John Schubert of Manitowoc; and two sons, Edward Krause
of Chicago and Lawrence Krause of St. Paul, Minn. Mrs. Weber is also survived 
by one sister, Mrs. Gertrude Hessel of Green Bay and by twelve grandchildren 
and one great grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, March 26, 1929 P. 11


MARION WEBER

Two Rivers news:
INFANT SON OF MR. AND MRS. WEBER DIES
Marion Philipp, three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Philipp Weber, died Sunday 
at the municipal hospital, to which institution the child had been removed a 
few hours before. Funeral services will be held from the home, 2613 Tenth 
street Tuesday afternoon.
Besides the parents, a brother, Leroy and a sister, Leota, survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, April 6, 1931 P. 13


MARY WEBER  (d. 1925)

Death called upon Mrs. Louis Weber at her home on East River Street 
Friday night after a long illness, at the age of nineteen years.
Deceased was a victim of tuberculosis, having spent the past nine 
months at the Wales sanitarium in the vain hope of winning her fight 
against the white plague. She came home about a week previous to her 
death, so that she might spend her last days with her family.
The funeral was held Monday morning at 9 o'clock from the home at 2011 
East River Street with services at St. Luke's church. Burial took place 
at Pioneers Rest.  Besides her husband she leaves an infant son, her 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Deprey of Algoma; five sisters, Mrs. Frank Garsow 
of Two Rivers, Angeline, Clara, Frances, and Christina all of Algoma 
and four brothers, George and Peter of Two Rivers and Joseph and Fred 
of Algoma.
The Two Rivers Reporter, Fri. 17 Apr. 1925
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(wife of Louis Weber/d. 11 Apr. 1925/Age 19 years/from St. Lukes Annual 1925)
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(Louis and Mary are both in Calvary, Two Rivers #89B)
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Marriage of Louis/Mary Weber
The marriage of Miss Marie Durpie(sic) of Algoma and Louis Weber, son of Mrs. 
Nic Weber was solemnized Tuesday morning at St. Luke's Church, Rev. C.F. 
Hugo officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., July 27, 1923


NICKOLAUS WEBER    

IN ETERNAL REST
Last Thursday evening Nicholas Weber, a well-known and highly esteemed
resident of this city, passed away, after a long and determined battle
with that relentless disease, consumption. He was born near Frier, in
Luxemburg, in 1855 and came to America and to Two Rivers in 1874. After 
coming to this city he was elected by his fellow citizens to the office
of aldermen and also to that of Street Commissioner. He was an upright
man, a good citizen a dutiful husband and father and a devout christian.
He was buried from St. Luke's church yesterday. The bereaved family,
consisting of his wife and three sons, have the sympathy of a large
circle of friends.
From the Two Rivers Chronicle, Tuesday, February 27, 1906
***********
From Der Nord Westen, 01 Mar. 1906: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 26 Feb.)
NIC Weber, who has suffered with T.B. for a long time, has died at age 54. 
The funeral will be held today from the Catholic Church. The St. Joseph's 
Health-Benevolent Society, of which he was a member, handled the last rites. 
Mr. Weber, who was a native of the Trier area, came here from Germany in 1870. 
He leaves a widow and several children in good circumstances?.


ARCHIE M. WEBSTER

Archie Webster of Two Rivers Is Dead at 72 
TWO RIVERS-Archibald M. Webster, 72, of 1714-27th st., chairman of the board 
of Directors and ___ of the Crescent Woolen Mills Co. here, and a member of a 
family identified with the woolen industry for more than a century Holy (sic)
Family Hospital, after a long illness.
Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the Klein & Stangel Inc. 
Funeral Home and at 12 noon at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church here, the Rev. 
John K. Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Mr. Webster was born Sept. 13, 1885, at La Crescent, Minn., a son of the late 
William Webster and Suzanne Gittene Webster. At nearby La Crescent, Mr. 
Webster's father operated a woolen mill which had..(line underinked)..When he 
was a child the family brought him to Rushford, Minn., where his father 
established operations in ..(line underinked)was graduated from the high school. 
Later he took a business course at the La Crosse, Wis., Business College, after 
which he became associated with his father in operating the woolen mills at 
Rushford?
In 19__ Mr. Webster came to Two Rivers and founded the Crescent Woolen Mills Co., 
acquiring the property of the ____ _______ of Sheboygan  ________ the old Ahus? 
Knitting Mills on East River Street, near 22nd St. For a number of years he 
headed (line underinked). Company, but the facilities were consolidated in late 
19__ with the completion of the building of the ___ new plant on School__ ___ 
Mr. Webster was long affiliated with the Two Rivers Lodge of Elks No. ____ and 
last year was honored by the Two Rivers Council No..(line underinked).. an 
honorary life membership in the organization in which he had been a long-time 
member. He was also a member of the Holy Name Society and the Modern Woodmen 
of America.
Besides his wife, the former Irma M. Keller, whom he married at Prairie du Chien, 
Wis., June 18?, 1913, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. William Groessl of Algoma; four 
sons, Robert, Leland and Charles M. Webster, associated with the Crescent Woolen 
Mills Co., and William Webster of Milwaukee, who heads the Webster Food Brokerage 
Co.; a sister, Mrs. G. A. Rau of Manitowoc; three brothers, Donald of St. Paul, 
Minn., Walter of Archbold, Ohio, and L. E. (Ted) Webster, president of the 
Crescent Woolen Mills Co., and 16 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m. 
The Elks will meet at the Elks Club at 7 p.m. Friday and will then go to the 
funeral service to pay their respects. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 7, 1957  P. 19 
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Funeral services for Archibald M. Webster, 72, of 1714-27th St., founder and 
chairman of the board of the Crescent Woolen Mills Co., Two Rivers, who died 
early Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, were held at 11:30 
a.m. Saturday at the Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 
12 noon at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. John K. Mueller 
officiating. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Pallbearers were H. I. Larkin, Ben F. Wolf, Walter Suettinger, Dr. C. ?, Klein, 
Harry M. Weiss and August Cochenet.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 9, 1957  P.11


IRMA WEBSTER

Mrs. Irma M. Webster, 78, of 1714-27th st., Two Rivers, widow of Archie M. 
Webster, who had been chairman of the board of Crescent Woolen Mills Co., Two 
Rivers, died at 2 p.m. Sunday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where she had 
been a patient for four months.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Hoy Redeemer Catholic Church, the Rev. Paul 
Schumacher officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Webster, nee Irma Keller, was born Sept. 8, 1890, at Boscobel, Wis., a 
daughter of the late John and Bridget Noone Keller. When she was a child, her 
family brought her to Prairie du Chien where her father became its first mayor 
and operated a wood carton packaging enterprise. She attended the parochial school 
at Prairie du Chien and was graduated from Prairie du Chien High School. She was 
married June 18, 1913, to Archie M. Webster at Prairie du Chien.
In 1923 the family came to Two Rivers where Mrs. Webster's husband, with his 
brother, L. E. (Ted) Webster, founded the Crescent Woolen Mills Co. She was a 
member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer, the Elks Auxiliary, Two Rivers Ladies 
Charitable Association and the Knights of Columbus Home Association Auxiliary.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. William (Jeanne) Groessl of Algoma; four sons, 
Robert, Leland, Charles and William Webster, all of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. 
William Garrity of LaCrosse, and Mrs. Jess Youngblood of Prairie du Chien; two 
brothers, Martin of Davenport, Iowa, and Don Keller of Mobile, Ala., and 21 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial services will be at 8 o'clock 
this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 10, 1969  P.7 


ADAM  WEGROWSKI

GRIM REAPER WAS BUSY DURING THE WEEK IN THIS CITY
A. Vandrowski (sic) Called by Silent Messenger
An operation at Holy Family Hospital resulted in the death on Sunday of Adam 
Vandrowski, whose home is on the Eastside, this city. Mr. Vandrowski suffered 
internal troubles which necessitated the operation, the shock of which caused 
his death. Deceased, aged forty-four years was employed at Aluminum Goods plant 
No. 1. His early passing is mourned by a widow and six small children for whom 
he was the bread winner and loving husband and father and they were happy in 
the new home they had built a year ago when death summoned him away. The 
funeral was held Wednesday morning from Sacred Heart Church, Rev. Father 
Malkowski officiating.
The Reporter, Thurs., Dec. 8, 1921


AUGUST J. WEIER

Notes from Two Rivers:
August Joseph Weier, who left this city only a few weeks ago with a contingent 
for Camp Shelby, Miss., died at that place of pneumonia and his remains were 
brought to this city for burial. The funeral was held Saturday morning from St. 
Luke's church. Deceased was born in the Town of Two Rivers and he was 21 years 
of age. He is survived by his parents, two brothers and five sisters.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov.  14, 1918


CHARLES J. WEIER

Charles J. Weier, 64, an employe on the county farm for several years, died 
Monday at the Holy Family hospital.
Funeral service will be held at 9 a.m. Friday at St. Lukes church, Two Rivers, 
with burial in Calvary cemetery. The body is at the Klein and Stangel, Inc., 
funeral home, Two Rivers, where it may be viewed after 2 p.m. Wednesday. The 
rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Thursday.
The son of John and Catherine Nona Weier, Mr. Weier was born on his parents' 
farm in the town of Two Rivers, Feb. 11, 1899. He attended school in the town 
and then moved to Two Rivers with his parents in 1910. As a young man he was 
employed on various farms.
About seven years ago he was employed by the county at its farm here.
He was a member of the Manitowoc aerie of Eagles. 
Mr. Weier is survived by his mother, Mrs. Adolph Gauthier of Two Rivers. Also 
surviving are one brother, Adolph Gauthier, Jr., of Albany, Ore., and eight 
sisters, Josephine Weier, Two Rivers; Mrs. William Gauthier of Manitowoc and 
Mrs. Francis Kodet, Mrs. Rodney Phalen, Mrs. George Deprey, Mrs. Ben Beitzel, 
Mrs. Clement Rochlewitz and Mrs. George Pokorsky all of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 20, 1945  P.2


JOHN F. WEIER

Death in Town Two Rivers on Mon. last week of Frank Weier, a Polish farmer, 
at age 58.
Der Nord Westen, 25 Jan. 1900
(Note: "Monday of last week was Jan. 15, 1900)
********
Frank Weier(sic), a Polish farmer of the Town of Two Rivers, died on Monday of 
last week at the age of 58, leaving a wife and ten children. He was buried from 
the Polish Catholic Church in this city.
The Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 23, 1900
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(It appears that his name was John Frank and was called Frank)
********
Frank Weier
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name Frank Weier  
Event Type Death  
Event Date 1900  
Event Place Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin  
Residence Place North of Two Rivers, Wis.  
Gender Male  
Age 58  
Marital Status Married  
Race W  
Occupation Farmer  
Birth Date 1842  
Birth Year (Estimated) 1842  
Birthplace Poland  
Burial Place Two Rivers, Wis.  
Father's Name John Weier  
Father's Birthplace Poland  
Mother's Birthplace Poland  
Spouse's Name Catherine Nonk  
Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907
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Frank Weier
Name Frank Weier  
Event Type Death  
Event Date 15 Jan 1900  
Event Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin  
Page 0465  
Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907


JOSEPHINE WEIER

Josephine A. Weier, 87, of 908 18th St. Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening, 
January 19, at her residence.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Josephine A. Weier was born Dec. 26, 1895, in the Town of Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late John and Katherine Nona Weier. She was employed at Mirro corporation 
retiring 22 years ago.
Survivors include a brother, Adolph Gauthier of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. 
Rodney (Magdalen) Phalen and Mrs. George (Blanche) Deprey of Two Rivers and 
nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 6 o'clock 
this Friday afternoon, where a parish memorial will be at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, January 21, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. 01-22-1983/age 87 yrs.]
(26 Dec 1895/Jan 1983/SSDI)


BEATRICE C. WEISS

Beatrice C. Weiss, age 95, a resident of Harmony of Two Rivers, died Wednesday 
afternoon, Dec. 8, 2004, at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Beatrice was born Dec. 27, 1908 in Ludington, Mich., the daughter of the late 
John and Jennie Napiecinski Weiss. 
She attended St. Luke Catholic School and graduated from Two Rivers Washington 
High School with the class of 1927. 
She was employed with the Vocational School System of Two Rivers and Manitowoc 
for 46 years, retiring Jan. 1, 1974. 
Beatrice was a former member of the Business and Professional Women's Club, the 
Catholic Ladies Club, the Board of Education Quarter Century Club, the Manitowoc 
Riding Club and the Carmen Chorus of Two Rivers. 
In her younger days, Beatrice enjoyed traveling, photography, golf, flower 
gardening and stone craft.
She is survived by a sister-in-law, Shirley Weiss of Brookfield; three nephews, 
Richard Weiss, Washington, D.C., Edward (Diane) Weiss and James (Susan) Weiss, 
all of Brookfield; and two nieces, Janet Weiss, Manitowoc, and Peggy (William) 
Mulligan, Mequon. 
She was preceded in death by three brothers, Harry, Edward and John Weiss; a niece, 
Marcia Zelinski; and a special friend, Dolores Griese.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2004, at St. 
Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of 
Christian Burial will be the Rev. William G. O'Brien. Burial to follow in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.  
Herald Times Reporter, December 2004   
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(27 Dec 1908/08 Dec 2004/SSDI)


BERNARD WEISS

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 13 Nov.)
J. Weiss, who has been ill for a long time but whose illness was 
not thought to be dangerous, has died unexpectedly at age 80?. 
He leaves his widow and many children in good circumstances.
Der Nord Westen, 16 Nov. 1905
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PIONEER PASSES AWAY
Last Friday, Bernard Weiss, one of the pioneers of this place, having taken up 
his residence here 52 years ago, passed away at his home on Jefferson Street at 
the ripe age of 80 years and 10 months. He was born on January 10, 1825 at 
Burglinster, Saxenburg and came to this country and to this place 52 years ago. 
For some time after coming here he worked for the Wisconsin Leather Co., and 
lived at their Tannery about a mile up the Mishicot River from this city. He was 
married 41 years ago, the 27th of last January to Mary Nick, who bore him 9 
children. Two of them are dead. The living are Mrs. Anton Herman and Mrs. Lyman 
Bryrum of Sheboygan, Mrs. Thos. Fuchs, Mrs. John Landt, Mike and Frank Weiss of 
this city and John Weiss of Ludington. The funeral took place from St. Luke's 
church yesterday at 10 o'clock. There are now but few people left in the city who 
came here at as early a day as he and it will not be long before the old pioneer 
guard will all be gone.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Nov. 14, 1905
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Bernard Weiss
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
birth: 10 January 1825 Germany
death: 10 November 1905 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1905 Two Rivers
father: Weiss
spouse: Mary


FRANK WEISS

Frank J. Weiss, 67, of Two Rivers, died early this morning at the Two Rivers 
municipal hospital, where he had been a patient for the past eight days. He 
had been in failing health for six years.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday with a solemn requiem high 
mass at St. Luke's Catholic church, the Right Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo, the 
celebrant. Interment will be in Calvary cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home from Wednesday afternoon 
until the hour of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home 
at 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Mr. Weiss was born in Two Rivers in 1881 and spent his entire life in that 
community. He attended St. Luke's grade school and Two Rivers high school. 
He was an outstanding pitcher for the city team, the Colts and the clubs 
here.
In 1904 he obtained employment at the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company 
and became foreman of the percolator department. Ill health forced his 
retirement in 1942 as section head, but he worked periodically since that 
time.
In 1908 Mr. Weiss married Mary Jacquette of the town of Two Rivers, who died 
in 1936. Surviving are two sons, Gilbert of Manitowoc and Earl Weiss of Mishicot, 
and a brother, John Weiss, retired city sexton at Two Rivers. He also leaves two 
grandsons, James and Charles Weiss, children of the Gilbert Weisses.
Mr. Weiss was affiliated with the Holy Name society of St. Luke's church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 2, 1948  P.2
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Two weddings took place at St. Luke's church this morning.
An hour after the Orth-Lindenau nuptials the marriage of Frank Weiss 
of this city and Miss Mayme Jacquette of the Town of Two Rivers, was 
solemnized at the altar in St. Luke's church. It was a very pretty 
and impressive ceremony and the wedding party made a very attractive 
sight as vows were exchanged at the altar. Mr. Weiss, the groom, was 
born and raised in this city and is an upright and honorable young 
man who is popular with all who know him. The bride is a daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Jos Jacquette of the Town of Two Rivers. She is an amiable 
and charming young lady who has a wide circle of friends. The wedding 
is to be celebrated this afternoon and evening at Eastwin Hall, where 
elaborate preparations have been made therefor and a large number of 
guests have been invited.
The attendants of the bridal couple at the first ceremony were Mr. M. 
Dehringer and Miss Paulina Lindenau. At the second ceremony, they were 
Messrs A. Wachtel and Peter Becker Jr. and Misses Amelia Jaquette and 
Mayme Raatz.
The Reporter, Sat., June 13, 1908


GERTRUDE WEISS

Gertrude W. Weiss, age 92, a resident of Harbor House, Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
morning, Aug. 6, 2003, at Harbor House, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 8, 2003, at St. Paul 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be 
the Rev. Ronald Reimer with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Gertrude was born March 11, 1911 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Edward and 
Ella Grumann Lahey. She attended Washington High School in Two Rivers. On Dec. 1, 
1936, she married Gilbert J. Weiss at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He 
preceded her in death on May 14, 1994. 
She was employed with Hamilton Manufacturing Co. of Two Rivers until the time of 
her marriage. She was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church Parish Women. 
Survivors include a son and two daughters-in-law: James and Helen Weiss, Manitowoc; 
and Janet (Donald) Vogel, Green Bay; six grandchildren: Charlene Fricke and 
special friend, Rob Kautzer, Manitowoc; June (Dwayne) Mueller, Manitowoc; James J. 
Weiss and special friend, Sue Hose, Manitowoc; Barbara (Doug) Wiegand, Milwaukee; 
Brenda (John) Michaels, Green Bay; and Amy (Bruce) Joski, Green Bay; 12 great-
grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law: Robert and Ruth Lahey, Eaton, Ohio; and 
brother-in-law: Earl (Pauline) Weiss, Mishicot. She is further survived by nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by a son: 
Charles (Chuck) Weiss; two brothers and five sisters. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc, 
on Friday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements. 
The family extends a special thank you to Kaite Bieberitz and staff at Harbor House. 
Herald Times Reporter, August 2003 
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(11 Mar 1911/06 Aug 2003/SSDI)
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(The following obituary is for her son. Put here because I can't locate his burial
place):
Charles T. Weiss, 43, of 2806 Clark Street, Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, 
September 20, 1987 at Riley's Point, Sturgeon Bay. Funeral services will be 
10:30 am Wednesday at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and 11 am at St. Paul 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 
by Rev. Richard Heyman.
Mr. Weiss was born August 29, 1944 in Manitowoc, son of Gilbert and Gertrude 
Lahey Weiss. Mr. Weiss was a graduate of Lincoln High School, graduating with 
the Class of 1963. He played with the Manitowoc Chiefs Semi Pro Football Team 
for four years. Mr. Weiss was a previous employee with the Manitowoc City Fire 
Department, retiring in 1976 due to poor health. He married the former Janet 
Brixius on May 1, 1965 at St. Paul Catholic church, Manitowoc. He was a member 
of St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc and the Church's Young Men's Club.
Survivors include his wife, Janet; three daughters, Barbara and Amy Weiss, both 
at home and Brenda Weiss of Sturgeon Bay; his parents, Gilbert and Gertrude 
Weiss of Manitowoc; a brother and sister-in-law, James and Helen Weiss of 
Manitowoc; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Eunice and Harold Brixius of 
Manitowoc; two nieces; a nephew and other relatives and friends survive.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 pm to 9 pm 
Tuesday. Prayer service will be held at 8 pm Tuesday evening led by Deacon 
William Klein.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Sept. 21, 1987 page 14


GILBERT WEISS

Gilbert (Gibby) J. Weiss, age 84, of 3306 Lindbergh Dr., Manitowoc, 
died Saturday evening, May 14, 1994, at the Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, May 18, 1994, at 10:30 a.m. 
at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Catholic Church. 
Rev. Ronald Reimer will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial. 
Burial will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born May 9, 1910, in Two Rivers, son of the  late Frank and Mary 
Jacquette Weiss. He was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers 
with the class of 1928 and he then attended Chicago Technical College. 
He married the former Gertrude Lahey, December 1, 1936, at St. Luke's 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He was employed with the Mirro Aluminum 
Company as a Chief Engineer of Product Development for 42 years until 
his retirement in 1974. He was a past charter member of the Meister 
Singers of Two Rivers and a member of the S.P.E.Q.S.A. Barbershoppers 
and a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church.
Survivors included (sic) his wife, Gerturde W. Weiss, Manitowoc; one 
son and daughter-in-law, James G. and Helen Weiss, Manitowoc; six 
grandchildren, Charlene Burich, June Radandt, James J. Weiss, all of 
Manitowoc, Barbara Wiegand, Milwaukee, Brenda Weiss, Sturgeon Bay, Amy 
Weiss, Green Bay; four great grandchildren; one brother and sister-in-
law, Earl and Pauline Weiss, Mishicot, other relatives and friends also 
survive. He was preceded in death by one son, Chuck.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home on Tuesday evening from 
6-8 p.m. A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. by Deacon Al Boeldt.
Herald Times Reporter, May 16, 1994 P. A2
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(09 May 1910/14 May 1994/SSDI)


HARRY M. WEISS

Harry Weiss, 78, of 1717 28th St., Two Rivers, retired Vice President of the 
Bank of Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Wednesday, Jan. 23, at his home.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in 
Calvary Cemetery.
Mr. Weiss was born July 22, 1906, at Ludington, Mich., son of the late John and 
Jennie Nadecinski Weiss. As a youth the family came to Two Rivers, attending St. 
Luke Parochial School and Washington High School. He married Mary Dawley, Oct. 29, 
1931, at Two Rivers. Mr. Weiss was employed at the Bank of Two Rivers for 50 years, 
retiring as a Vice President in 1974. He was a member of Knights of Columbus and 
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Janet Stuebs of Manitowoc; two brothers 
and a sister-in-law, Edward and Shirley of Brookfield, Wis. and John of Wisconsin 
Rapids; a sister, Beatrice Weiss of Two Rivers; six granddaughters, Faye and Susan 
Zelinski of Two Rivers, Mrs. Dan Chevalier, Mrs. Dan Loucks, Marcia Stuebs all of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. Jamie Pabey of Waterbury, Conn. and four grandson, Robert 
Zelinski of Greensboro, N.C., Ric Stuebs of Watertown, Wis. and Michael and Wayne 
Stuebs of Two Rivers. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Marcie Zelinski.
There will be no visitation at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, January 24, 1985 P. 3
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[bur. 04-16-1985/age 78 yrs.]
(22 Jul 1906/Jan 1985/SSDI)


JENNIE WEISS

Mrs. Jennie Weiss, 91, formerly of 1715-24th St., Two Rivers, died early 
Monday morning at Manitowoc County Hospital, where she had been a patient 
for a number of years.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Deja & Martin Funeral 
Chapels, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Weiss, nee Jennie Napiecinski, was born Aug. 19, 1881, in Poland, 
daughter of the late Thomas and Julia Lewandowski Napiecinski. When she 
was 10 the family brought her to this country, settling in Two Rivers. She 
was married Nov. 8, 1904, to John Weiss at Two Rivers. He preceded her in 
death in 1958. She was a member of the Ladies of St. Luke.
Surviving are a daughter, Miss Beatrice of Two Rivers; three sons, Harry M. 
of Two Rivers, Edward of Brookfield, and John Weiss of Wisconsin Rapids; 
three sisters, Mrs. William Krueger of Two Rivers, Mrs. George Eisenbeiss 
of Phoenix, Ariz., and Mrs. Harry Ladd of Bisbee, Ariz.; two brothers, 
Peter of Elm Grove, and Anton Napiecinski of Milwaukee; five grandchildren 
and 11 great grandchildren. A sister and brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday where 
memorial services will be at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 18, 1972
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(b. 19 Aug. 1881/d. Dec. 1972/SSDI)


JOHN WEISS    (d. 1958)

John B. Weiss, 80, of 1713-24th St., Two Rivers, retired sexton of the City 
of Two Rivers and earlier a foreman in two of the city's major industrial 
plants, died unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home shortly after 9 a.m. 
Wednesday. He had been treated for a heart condition for some time but was 
able to be about.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. Herman J. Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Mr. Weiss was born in Two Rivers, Aug. 20, 1878, son of the late Bernard and 
Mary Nick Weiss. As a youth he took employment at the Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two 
Rivers. Shortly after the turn of the century he moved his family to Ludington, 
Mich., where he worked for the former Tubbs Mfg. Co. for about six years. 
Returning to the Hamilton firm, he became foreman in the wood type shop, 
remaining until early in 1920. On April 5, 1920, he was employed by the Mirro 
Aluminum Co., serving as foreman in the buffing department until April of 1926 
when he was appointed by the late City Manager Richard H. Biehl as sexton in 
charge of the municipality's cemeteries.
On numerous occasions Mr. Weiss in the capacity of sexton was commended for what 
was termed excellent maintenance of the cemeteries. Among those who publicly 
praised the late sexton was the late H.E. Pierpon, one of the city's most 
distinguished sons and one time vice president of the Milwaukee Road, whose body 
is interred in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery in Two Rivers. Mr. Weiss retired from 
Municipal service in 1944 and he took employment again in 1946 at the Hamilton 
Mfg. Co.  In 1949 he went into complete retirement. 
Mr. Weiss was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Luke Church and the Catholic 
Family Protective Assn.
Besides his wife, the former Johanna Napiecinski whom he married in Two Rivers 
Nov. 8, 1904, he leaves a daughter, Miss Beatrice at home; three son , Harry, 
cashier at the Bank of Two Rivers, Edward of Milwaukee, and John Weiss, of Niagara, 
Wis.; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2:30 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 24, 1958  P.17 


JOHN G. WEISS    (d. 1995)

John G. Weiss, age 70, of Wisconsin Rapids, formerly of Two Rivers, 
died Friday, October 6, 1995, at the Edgewater Haven, Port Edwards, 
Wis.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 10, 1995, 
at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will 
officiate with burial in Calvary Cemetery.
He was born March 6, 1925, in Two Rivers, son of the late John B. 
and Jennie Napiecinski Weiss. He attended St. Luke's Catholic School 
and graduated from Washington High School and the University of 
Wisconsin-Madison. John was employed as an industrial engineer with 
the Nekoosa-Edwards Paper Company of Port Edwards, Wis. He also 
served in the United States Navy during World War II.
Survivors include a sister, Beatrice Weiss, Two Rivers; two sisters-
in-law, Shirley Weiss, Brookfield, Mary Weiss, Manitowoc; a number 
of nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by two 
brothers, Harry and Edward Weiss.
There will be no visitation.
The Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, October 9, 1995 P. A2


MARIA WEISS    (d. 1914)

Notes from Two Rivers - 
Mrs. Mary Weiss(sic) died at her home in this city, last Tuesday after a years' 
illness. She was 70 years of age and was born at Coblentz, Germany. Her maiden 
name was Mary Nick. She came to this country with her parents when eight years 
of age. In 1864 she was married to Bernard Weiss at Centerville. Mr. Weiss died 
about nine years ago. Mrs. Weiss is survived by seven children, seventeen 
grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The funeral took place Friday from 
St. Luke's church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Mar. 5, 1914 page 2


MARY WEISS    (d. 1936)

Stricken while the family was returning home from a visit to her sister in 
the town of Two Rivers, Mrs. Mary Weiss, 50, widely known local resident, 
and wife of Frank Weiss, department superintendent at Plant No. 1 of the 
Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company, died at the home at 1701 24th street 
at 6 o'clock Sunday night.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 9:30 from the Beduhn 
chapel and at 10 o'clock at St. Luke's church. Interment will be in the 
family plot in Calvary cemetery.
Surviving are the widower, two sons and two sisters.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 9, 1936 P. 11
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Two weddings took place at St. Luke's church this morning.
An hour after the Orth-Lindenau nuptials the marriage of Frank Weiss 
of this city and Miss Mayme Jacquette of the Town of Two Rivers, was 
solemnized at the altar in St. Luke's church. It was a very pretty 
and impressive ceremony and the wedding party made a very attractive 
sight as vows were exchanged at the altar. Mr. Weiss, the groom, was 
born and raised in this city and is an upright and honorable young 
man who is popular with all who know him. The bride is a daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Jos Jacquette of the Town of Two Rivers. She is an amiable 
and charming young lady who has a wide circle of friends. The wedding 
is to be celebrated this afternoon and evening at Eastwin Hall, where 
elaborate preparations have been made therefor and a large number of 
guests have been invited.
The attendants of the bridal couple at the first ceremony were Mr. M. 
Dehringer and Miss Paulina Lindenau. At the second ceremony, they were 
Messrs A. Wachtel and Peter Becker Jr. and Misses Amelia Jaquette and 
Mayme Raatz.
The Reporter, Sat., June 13, 1908


MARY E. WEISS    (d. 1998)

Mary E. Weiss, age 87, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died late 
Friday night, September 18, 1998, at St. Mary's Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, September 22, 1998, at 
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian 
Burial will be the Rev. William G. O'Brien. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mary was born July 11, 1911, in Minnesota, daughter of the late John and Ruth 
Dawley. She attended schools in Two Rivers, graduating from Two Rivers Washington 
High School. On October 29, 1931, she married Harry M. Weiss in Two Rivers. He 
preceded her in death January 23, 1985.
Survivors include three daughters, Janet Weiss of Manitowoc, Susan (Richard) Smith, 
of Manitowoc, and Faye (Brian) Rezachek of Two Rivers; six grandchildren, 16 great-
grandchildren, and two sisters-in-law, Beatrice Weiss of Two Rivers and Shirley 
Weiss of Milwaukee.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter Marcia Zelinski, and 
by two sisters-Daisy Kanzelberger and Ruby Dawley.
There will be no visitation. Please meet at the church for the time of the Mass at 
10 a.m. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted the Weiss family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 21, 1998 P. A2
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(11 Jul 1911/18 Sep 1998/SSDI)


DOROTHY WEIX

Mrs. Charles Weix, 61, 1416 21st St., Two Rivers, one of the city's most 
widely known residents and active for years in church and service organizations, 
died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Thursday night, where she had been a 
patient for several months. She had been in failing health for nearly two 
years.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rt. 
Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Mrs. Weix, nee Dorothy Bartleme, was born in Two Rivers in 1892, a daughter of 
the late Michael and Delia Schmitt Bartelme. Attending St. Luke Parochial School 
from which she was graduated, she was graduated from Two Rivers High School with 
the class of 1911. During her school years she assisted her parents in the conduct 
of the Waverly Hotel, which the family had operated for a number of years.
After graduating from Ferris Institute at Big Rapids, Mich., in 1915, she became 
a commercial teacher at Antigo High School, where she remained until 1919 when 
she was married at Antigo to Charles Weix. Shortly after the couple moved to Two 
Rivers where she had resided since. For a number of years she was employed as 
society editor with the Manitowoc Herald-Times and later with the Two Rivers 
Reporter. 
Active in affairs of St. Luke Church she was a member of the Altar Society, Columbus 
Home Association Auxiliary, Women's Catholic Order of Foresters, Catholic Woman's 
Study Club of which she was a past president, and was also affiliated with the 
American Legion Auxiliary and the Two Rivers Hospital Auxiliary.
Surviving Mr. Weiz are her husband, a son, William of Thiensville, Wis., and a 
brother, Michael Bartelme of Superior.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the time of services.
The rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Friday at the funeral home at which members 
of the Women's Catholic Order of Foresters have been requested to participate with 
the Altar Society. The American Legion Auxiliary is also to meet in a body at the 
funeral home at 8 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 9, 1953  P.15


CLARA WHITE

Mrs. Clara White, 74, of 1629 26th St., Two Rivers, died Sunday evening at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Deja & Martin Funeral 
Chapels and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. 
Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Mrs. White, nee Clara Rehrauer, was born April 2, 1900, at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late George and Denise Niquette Rehrauer. She attended St. Luke Parochial 
School and was graduated from Two Rivers High School. She was married to Edward 
White Oct. 5, 1927, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in July of 1947. She 
had been employed at Hamilton Industries in the purchasing department for many 
years, retiring in 1965.
Survivors include two sons, Patrick and George, of Two Rivers, and two sisters, 
Mrs. Allen Weinhardt, of Terra Haute, Ind., and Mrs. Henry (Louise) Berzinsky, 
of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral chapel after 9 a.m. Wednesday until the time of 
service.
Herald Times Reporter, July 15, 1974  P.20 
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White-Rehrauer
Miss Clara Rehrauer and Edward White, well known young people of this 
city were married on Wed., Oct. 5, Rev. Father Hugo officiating. Miss Louise 
Rehrauer and Victor Rehrauer was the attending couple. Mr. and Mrs. White 
departed on a motor trip to Madison, Milwaukee and other points and on their 
return will make their home in this city. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
George Rehrauer and has been employed as a bookkeeper at the J.C. Penney 
Company of Manitowoc. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward White 
and is employed as an inspector of products at the plant of the Hamilton 
Manufacturing Company.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle - Oct. 13, 1927
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(2 Apr 1900/Jul 1974/SSDI)


EDWARD WHITE

Edward F. White, 65, of 1829? 26th street, Two Rivers, an employe of the 
Hamilton company for 33 years, 20 years as a chief inspector, died today at 
the Two Rivers municipal hospital. He suffered a heart attack two weeks ago.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday morning in St. Luke's Catholic 
church, Two Rivers, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo officiating. Interment will 
be in Calvary cemetery. The body may be viewed at Klein & Stangel, Inc. funeral 
home from 2 o'clock Friday afternoon to the hour of services. The rosary will 
be recited at the funeral home at 7:30 Friday night.
Edward F. White was born in Newton. He attended the district school and later 
was graduated from the Manitowoc Business college. In his young manhood he was 
employed in clerical work at Denver and Chicago, then coming to Manitowoc where 
he was assistant to his uncle, the late Joseph Connell, then assessor of incomes, 
and later highway commissioner. Thirty-three years ago he was engaged by the 
late J. E. Hamilton and took a position in the cost department of the Hamilton 
Manufacturing company. After 13 years in the department he was made chief 
inspector at the plant.
A member of the "Thirty-Year Club" of the Hamilton firm, he was also affiliated 
with the Goodfellowship club at Hamiltons.
On October 5, 1927 he was married to Miss Clara Rehrauer, who survives with two 
sons, Patrick Edward and George Paul White. He also leaves a brother James White 
in the town of Newton.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 17, 1947  P.2
*****
White-Rehrauer
Miss Clara Rehrauer and Edward White, well known young people of this 
city were married on Wed., Oct. 5, Rev. Father Hugo officiating. Miss Louise 
Rehrauer and Victor Rehrauer was the attending couple. Mr. and Mrs. White 
departed on a motor trip to Madison, Milwaukee and other points and on their 
return will make their home in this city. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
George Rehrauer and has been employed as a bookkeeper at the J.C. Penney 
Company of Manitowoc. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward White 
and is employed as an inspector of products at the plant of the Hamilton 
Manufacturing Company.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle - Oct. 13, 1927


GEORGE P. WHITE

George P. White, age 56, of 1629 26th Street, Two Rivers, died Tuesday evening, 
July 7, 1992, at the Kewaunee Health Center.
There will be no funeral services. Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
He was born in Two Rivers, on August 10, 1935, son of the late Edward and Clara 
Rehrauer White. He attended grade school and high school in Two Rivers. From 
1952-1956 he served with the United States Navy. He was employed with the City 
of Two Rivers, Parks Department.
Survivors include a number of cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents 
and one brother, Pat. 
There will (sic) no visitation at the Deja-Martin Funeral Chapels.
Herald Times Reporter, July 8, 1992 P. A2


PATRICK E. WHITE

Patrick White, 59, of 1629-26th Street, Two Rivers, died Thursday morning, 
January 10, 1991, at Two Rivers Community Hosptial.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate with burial at Calvary Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
He was born December 7, 1931, at Two Rivers, son of the late Edward and Clara 
Rehrauer White. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and Washington High School. 
Mr. White served in the United States Navy for 4 years and was later employed by 
The DNR at Point Beach State Forest for 14 years.
Survivors include a brother, George White of Two Rivers; special friends, Lisa 
and Rocky; a number of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews also survive.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 8:30 a.m. 
Saturday morning.
Herald Times Reporter, January 11, 1991


LEO WIENKE

BODY BROUGHT HERE
The bdy (sic) of Leo Weinke (sic), 35, a former resident of Two Rivers 
who died at Denver, Colo., arrived here today and burial will take place 
Friday morning at nine o'clock from the St. Luke's church. The deceased 
was married to Miss Anna Wolfe, daughter of Mrs. Joseph Wolfe of 2121 
Washington street, from where the funeral will be held. Burial will be 
at Calvary cemetery. The deceased was a world war veteran and the Burns 
post of the American Legion will attend the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, December 22, 1927 P.9
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The funeral of the late Leon Weinke (sic), former Two Rivers resident, 
who died at Denver, and whose bodly (sic) was brought here, took place 
this morning at 9 o'clock from the St. Luke's church. The firing squard 
of the American Legion attended.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, December 23, 1927 P.9


HENRY WIERZBACH

Henry J. (Hank) Wierzbach, 79, of 2012 Madison St., Two Rivers, a 30-year 
veteran in the U.S. Lighthouse Service, now the U.S. Coast Guard, and a 
former member of the Two Rivers City Council, died at 2 a.m. Friday at Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. H.J. 
Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Mr. Wierzbach was born May 5, 1885, in Germany, son of the late Thomas and 
Pauline Schelke Wierzbach. When he was a boy the family brought him to 
Sheboygan. Several years later the family moved to Two Rivers where Mr. 
Wierzbach was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co. He was a member of one of the 
early St. Joseph Athletic Assn. basketball teams at Two Rivers. 
After several years with the Hamilton firm he entered the U.S. Lighthouse 
Service, beginning at Poverty Island Light in Green Bay. His other points of 
service until his retirement nearly 20 years ago were at Ludington, Mich., 
Twin River (Rawley Point) Light, Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Cana Island, Green 
Bay and Green Bay harbor light. He was elected to the Two Rivers City Council 
in April of 1949 and resigned to reside for a short time in Florida in February 
in 1950.
Mr. Wierzbach married the former Lucy Gagnon at Two Rivers in 1909. She died 
in 1947. He then married the former Mrs. Cecilia Schwers Williams in 1948 at 
Two Rivers. 
Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Lorraine) Wistinen, of 
Auburndale, Fla., and Mrs. Clarence (Marion) Pisesel, of Newaygo, Mich.; a 
stepson, Arnold Williams, of Escanaba, Mich.; two sisters, Mrs. Helen Rehrauer, 
of Two Rivers and Sister M. Corina, of Fond du Lac; two grandchildren and four 
stepgrandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 9, 1964  P.7 

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Henry Wierzbach and Lucy Gagnon were united in marriage at St. Luke''s church last Wednesday morning in the presence of many relatives and friends.  The bride is the daughter of Hon. Jonas Gagnon and is a handsome and accomplished young lady. Mr. Wierzbach is a popular young gentleman and has made his home in this city for several years past. The couple departed on a wedding trip after partaking of a dainty wedding breakfast at the home of the bride. The young couple will make their home in Racine where Mr. Wierzbach has accepted a position in  large manufacturing plant. The young people have a host of friends who wish  them much happiness in married life. 
The Chronicle - Tues., June 29, 1909 

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[Henry John Wierzbach]


LUCY WIERZBACH

Mrs. Lucy Wierzbach, 63, wife of Henry Wierzbach, veteran lighthouse 
keeper, died here last night.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Lukes church 
in Two Rivers, with burial in Calvary cemetery in that city. The body 
may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home in Two Rivers after 7 p.m. 
Saturday where the rosary will be recited Sunday evening at 7:45.
The former Lucy Gagnon was born in Two Rivers in 1883 and was married 
to Mr. Wierzbach in 1910. The couple lived there until Mr. Wierzbach 
entered the lighthouse service as a civilian employe of the U.S. 
department of commerce in 1916. From that time on she lived with her 
husband at the numerous lake and bay lights to which he was assigned. 
For the past three years they have been at the Cana island light in 
Green Bay.
Surviving are the husband; two daughters, Mrs. B.J. Wistien of Auburndale, 
Fla., and Mrs. Clarence Pieschel of Auburn, Mich.; two grandchildren, 
and four sisters, Mrs. E.J. Vaudreuil of Los Angeles, Mrs. Emma Martin, 
Mrs. Eva Kotchie and Mrs. Darrell Jansen all of Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 28, 1947 P.2

******
Henry Wierzbach and Lucy Gagnon were united in marriage at St. Luke''s church last Wednesday morning in the presence of many relatives and friends.  The bride is the daughter of Hon. Jonas Gagnon and is a handsome and accomplished young lady. Mr. Wierzbach is a popular young gentleman and has made his home in this city for several years past. The couple departed on a wedding trip after partaking of a dainty wedding breakfast at the home of the bride. The young couple will make their home in Racine where Mr. Wierzbach has accepted a position in  large manufacturing plant. The young people have a host of friends who wish  them much happiness in married life. 
The Chronicle - Tues., June 29, 1909 

AGNES WIESE

Miss Agnes Wiese, 68, died of a heart attack at her home, 2307 Jackson street, 
Two Rivers, at 3:30 Tuesday afternoon.
Funeral services will be held in Two Rivers Friday morning from the Klein & 
Stangel, Inc. funeral home at 9 o'clock with a solemn high mass at 9:30 at 
Sacred Heart Catholic church. The Rev. Joseph Gabryszek will be celebrant with 
the Revs. Peter J. Nilles and Gerald Van Nuland as deacon and sub-deacon, 
respectively. Interment will be in the family plot in Calvary cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Thursday afternoon to the time 
of service. The rosary will be recited at 8 o'clock Thursday night.
Miss Wiese was born in the town of Two Rivers on March 3, 1866, a daughter of 
the late Jacob and Frances Migawa Wiese, immigrants from Poland, who were among 
the early settlers in the township. When a girl in her teens Miss Wiese went to 
Milwaukee where for more than 25 years she worked as a dressmaker. About 18 years 
ago she returned to the homestead farm and assisted her brother, John Wiese, in 
operating it. A year ago the Wieses disposed of the farm to make their home in 
Two Rivers. 
Surviving Miss Wiese are four sisters, Mrs. Mary Tadych of Milwaukee, Mrs. Albert 
Krajeck of the town of Two Rivers, Mrs. Andrew Rathsack of the town of Two Creeks, 
and Mrs. George Wisnifski of Two Rivers, and the brother, John Wiese, of Two Rivers. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 16, 1944  P.2


FRANCES WIESE

MRS. J. WIESE, RANGELINE, IS CALLED TO REST 
TWO RIVERS, Jan. 31-Mrs. Jacob Wiese, pioneer resident of the Rangeline died 
at 5 o'clock this morning at the family home on Route 1, death being due to 
infirmities of old age. She is survived by eight children, Isabella and Agnes 
who are at home, John of Route 1, Mrs. Albert Krajeck, Route 2, Mrs. Andrew 
Rath, Route 3, Mrs. George Wisniske and Mrs. Thomas Swada of Two Rivers and 
one sister, Mrs. Louis Kussel of Sterling, Ill. The funeral will be held from 
Sacred Heart church Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock. Rev. Mulkowski will officiate. 
The deceased was born in Germany 77 years ago. Her husband, Jacob, died sixteen 
years ago.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 31, 1925  P.2
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Death summoned Mrs. Jacob Wiza(sic), aged 78, Saturday last at the home of her 
daughter, Bell Agnes Wiza, Town of Two Rivers, after a long illness. Deceased 
formerly resided on a farm 8 miles north of this city. She was a native of 
Germany. Mrs. Wiza leaves eight children: Mrs. George Wisnifski, Mrs. Andrew 
Rathsack, Mrs. Thos, Swada, Mrs. Albert Krapek, Mrs. Paul Taddy, Bell Agnes Wiza, 
all of Two Rivers and a son, John, who now conducts the farm. Deceased also is 
survived by a sister, Mrs. Migawa of Sterling, Ill.; 35 grandchildren and one 
great grandchild.
The pallbearers at the funeral which was held Tuesday morning from Sacred Heart 
Church, Rev. Father Malkowski officiating, were all her sons-in-law, they laid 
her remains to rest beside those of her husband who died 16 years ago. She was 
dearly loved by her relatives and friends as a Christian woman of noble traits. 
The Reporter, Fri., Feb. 6, 1925 


IZABEL WIESE

MISS WIESE IS STROKE VICTIM 
Retired Dressmaker Dies At Home In Two Rivers
Suffering a stroke five days ago, Miss Isabelle (sic) 64, for many years a 
fancy dressmaker in Milwaukee, died at her home in the town of Two Rivers at 
8 o'clock Friday night, where she resided for the past 14 years.
Funeral services will be held in Sacred Heart Catholic church at 9 o'clock 
Monday morning, with the Rev. Father John Landowski officiating. Interment 
will be in Calvary cemetery. Remains will be taken to the home from the Beduhn 
and Goetz funeral home this afternoon.
Miss Wiese was born in this county Dec. 26, 1870, a daughter of the late Jacob 
and Francis Wiese, for 60 years residents of the town of Two Rivers. Deceased, 
with her sister, Miss Agnes Wiese, who made her home with her, spent 25 years 
as fancy dressmakers in Milwaukee. They retired 14 years ago and returned here.
Miss Wiese leaves six sisters, Mrs. Paul Taddy, Mrs. Joseph Kraftchek, both of 
the town of Two Rivers, Mrs. Martha Rathsack of Two Creeks, Mrs. George 
Wisniewski of this city, and Miss Agnes Wiese, at home, and a brother, John 
Wiese of the town of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc herald Times, July 28, 1934  P.11


JACOB WIESE

Jacob Wesa(sic) died last Tuesday at his home on the Rangeline road about 
four miles north of this city at the age of 68 years. He was born in Germany 
in 1840 and in 1866 fought with Germany against France. He married Francisca 
Migawa, who with him came to America and resided in Manitowoc four years. He 
then bought and moved on the farm where he lived until his death. He had ten 
children, eight daughters and two sons, nine of whom are living. The daughters 
are Mrs. Paul Taddy of Kewaunee, Mrs. Al Krajeck, Mrs. Ratch, Mrs. Peter 
Wisnefski, Mrs. Tom Swade of Two Rivers and the Misses Belle, Agnes and Anna, 
who make their home in Milwaukee where they engage in dressmaking. John, the 
only surviving son, lives on the old homestead. He was buried from the Sacred 
Heart Church on Friday, the funeral being largely attended.
The Reporter, Sat., Feb. 13, 1909


JOHN J. WIESE

John J. Wiese, 74, of 2108 10th street, Two Rivers, died Friday night at the 
Two Rivers Municipal hospital. He had been in failing health two years.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Sacred Heart church, 
Two Rivers, with interment in Calvary cemetery.
Mr. Wiese was born in this city in 1871 and when a boy his parents moved to a 
farm in the town of Two Rivers. Following his marriage to Kathryn Lasecka of 
Milwaukee in that city in 1909, the couple moved to his parents farm where he 
took over the operation, remaining there until he retired from farming and 
moved to Two Rivers in 1942.
Mr. Wiese was a member of the Holy Name society of Sacred Heart church, and the 
Catholic Knights of Wisconsin.
He is survived by his wife, three sons, Frank of Two Rivers, John of route 2, 
Two Rivers, and Edward on the home farm; three daughters, Mrs. Robert Riha and 
Mrs. Raymond Greenwood, both of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Charles Lodl of route 2, 
Two Rivers. There are nine grandchildren.
Also surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Andrew Rathsack of route 1, Mishicot, 
Mrs. Albert Krajcarek of route 2, Two Rivers, and Mrs. George Wisniewski of Two 
Rivers. 
The body is at the Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home where it may be viewed 
from 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home 
at 8 o'clock Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 30, 1946  P.2


KATHRINE WIESE

Mrs. Katherine (sic) Wiese, 87, formerly of 2108-10th St., Two Rivers, and 
who had been a patient at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Extended Care 
Unit, died Saturday afternoon at the hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 9:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. 
James Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Mrs. Wiese, nee Katherine Lasacke, was born at Milwaukee Oct. 20, 1881, a 
daughter of the late Andrew and Atonette Lasacke (sic). She was married 
Jan. 20, 1909, at Milwaukee to John J. Wiese, after which the couple settled 
on a farm in the Town of Two Rivers. They came to Two Rivers in 1942. Her 
husband died March 3, 1946. She was a member of Sacred Heart Rosary Society.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Robert (Sophia) Riha of Baton Rouge, La., 
Mrs. Charles (Alice) Lodl of Two Rivers and Mrs. Raymond (Virginia) Greenwood 
of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; two sons, Frank and John of Two Rivers; a brother, Michael 
Lasacke of Milwaukee; 19 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. A son, Edward, 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial services will be at 8:15 
o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 24, 1969  P.5


DORA WILFERT

Death of Mrs. Joseph Wilfert in childbirth last Sat. in Two Rivers. 
The funeral took place Mon. attended by many mourners.
Der Nord Westen, 05 July 1888


FRANCES WILFERT

Mrs. Frances Wilfert, 83, lifelong resident of the town of Two Rivers, died 
this morning at Holy Family hospital where she had been a patient for the 
past two months. She had been in failing health in recent years.
Funeral services will be held Saturday morning, at 9:30 o'clock from the Klein 
& Stangel, Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, and at 10 o'clock from St. Luke's 
Catholic church with the very Rev. Dean C. V. Hugo officiating. Interment will 
be in Calvary cemetery, Two Rivers. 
A daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Silbersack, Mrs. Wilfert was born 
in the town of Two Rivers, Aug. 28, 1859. Fifty-three years ago she married 
the late Joseph Wilfert, who died about 48 years ago. She has since continued 
to reside at the Wilfert homestead a mile northwest of Shoto.
Survivors are three sons, Martin, George and Joseph, all of the town of Two 
Rivers, the latter on the homestead; one daughter, Miss Bertha, on the homestead; 
two sisters, Mrs. Kate Wilke of Manitowoc and Mrs. Margaret Gannon of Green Bay; 
one brother, Nic Silbersack of the town of Two Rivers; and seven grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home from this 
evening until the time of the funeral and the rosary will be recited there at 
8 p.m. on Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 15, 1942  P.2


JOHN WILFERT

John Wilfert, 62, a lifelong resident of the town of Two Rivers, died at the 
Holy Family hospital Wednesday after an illness of two months.
Funeral services will be held at Two Rivers Saturday morning at 8:30 o'clock 
at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home, and at 9 o'clock at St. Luke's 
Catholic church, the Very Rev. Dean C. V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be 
in Calvary cemetery at Two Rivers. The rosary will be recited at the funeral 
home at 8 o'clock Friday night.
Mr. Wilfert was born in the town of Two Rivers, June 10, 1878, a son of the 
late Joseph and Dorothy Finkelmeyer Wilfert, pioneer residents of the township. 
He was single and resided on the homestead farm his entire life.
Besides his mother he leaves three brothers, Joseph, on the homestead farm, 
Martin and George, both of the town of Two Rivers, and a sister, Bertha at home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 1, 1941  P.2


JOSEPH WILFERT    (d. 1893)

Death of Joseph Wilfert on 12 Oct. after a short illness with pneumonia. He
was a former resident of Manitowoc and more recently of Neshoto. Mr. Wilfert
was in his 40's and is survived by his widow and 6 children. Burial was 
14 Oct. in the Catholic Cemetery in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Oct. 1893


JOSEPH PETER WILFERT    (d. 1969)

Joseph Wilfert, 82, formerly of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died Thursday night at 
Manitowoc County Hospital where he had been a patient for several years.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Klein and Stangel, Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
the Rev. Paul Shumacher officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Mr. Wilfert was born in the Town of Two Rivers Jan. 8, 1886, a son of the 
late Joseph and Dorothea Finkelmeier Wilfert. He has been engaged in farming 
most of his life.
Surviving is a half-brother, Martin Wilfert of Rt. 2, Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial services will be at 7:15 
o'clock this Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 11, 1969  P.5
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(28 Jan 1886/Apr 1969/SSDI)


MARIA WILFERT    (d. 1896)

(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 10 Oct.)
Death of Miss Maria Witert, after a long illness. She was 
buried Mon. at the Two Rivers Catholic Cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Oct. 1896
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Marie Wilfert
birth: 24 February 1880 Two Rivers
death: 1 October 1896 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers
father: Joseph Wilfert
mother: Dorothea Winkelmeier
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


EMMA J. WILLIAMS

Mrs. Emma Williams, 78, of 827 N. 34th St., Milwaukee, died Friday afternoon, 
August 28, at Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels 
and 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner 
will officiate and buiral will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Williams, nee Emma Wondrash, was born Oct. 10, 1903, at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late Wenzel and Anna Valenta Wondrash. She attended St. Luke School, Two 
Rivers. Later in life she was married to Fred Williams in Milwaukee. He preceded 
her in death in 1968.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Anna Lonzo Schmitz of Two Rivers and nieces and 
nephews.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Monday.
Herald Times Reporter, August 29, 1981 P. 3
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(10 Oct 1903/Aug 1981/SSDI)


FRED A. WILLIAMS

Funeral services for Fred A. Williams, 64, of 4923 N. Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee, 
husband of the former Emma Wondrash of Two Rivers, and who died at a Milwaukee 
nursing home Saturday morning, will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin 
Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the 
Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Besides his wife, he leaves several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and 
nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 6 o'clock this Tuesday evening 
where memorial services will be at 8 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 3, 1968  P.5
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(11 Apr 1904/Aug 1968/SSDI)


ALBERTA WILSON

A little daughter, aged nine months, of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Wilson, Southside, 
died Saturday and burial was Monday afternoon.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 12, 1920


CATHARINE WINKEL

May A 10-yr. old daughter of Mrs. Frank Winkel also died in Two Rivers on 
Wed. last week of peritonitis.
Der Nord Westen, 23 1901 


FRANK WINKEL

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 23 Jan.)
Frank Winkler, long a victim of TB, died 13 Jan., leaving a widow and 5 small 
children. His funeral was held on the 16th from the Polish Church.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Jan. 1899


MARTIN WINKEL

Martin Winkle(sic), pioneer resident of the city was buried this morning from St. 
Luke's church, interment was in Pioneer's Rest cemetery(sic). Mr. Winkle died 
at the county hospital where he has been a patient since last June. He lived 
with his daughter, Mrs. Albert Blashka at Valders the past four years. For 
many years he lived in Two Rivers where he was employed by the Hamilton 
Manufacturing company. The deceased was 90 years old and is survived by five 
children.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 11, 1925  P. 10
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Martin Winkel, for many years a resident of Two Rivers and vicinity, passed away 
Sunday at the Northern Hospital, Winnebago at the age of 82. Deceased was for 
many years a resident of this city where he was employed in the manufacturing 
industries. He came to this country about 50 years ago. After retiring from active 
work only four years ago, he made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Albert Blashka, 
Valders, until his condition made it necessary to commit him to the county hospital. 
The remains were brought to this city for burial. Services were held at St. Luke's 
Church Wednesday morning with interment at Pioneer's Rest.(sic)
The surviving children are: Joseph of Muskegon, George of Green Bay, Rose of 
Hermansville, Mich., Sister Walburga, Evanston, Ill., Mrs. Denn of Chicago, John of 
Ben, Oregon, Peter of Portland, Oregon, Anton of Philadelphia, Sister Innocent of 
Victoria, Kansas and Mrs. Mary Blashka of Valders, Wis.
Among those here to attend the funeral of Martin Winkel were the following sons and 
daughters, Joseph Winkel of Muskegon, Mich., George of Green Bay, Rose of Hermansville, 
Mich., Sister Walburga, Evanston, Ill and Mrs. Denn of Chicago.
Manitowoc Reporter, Fri., Mar. 13, 1925
******
(Note: Cemetery records have him in Calvary. St. Lukes church is Catholic as
is Calvary cemetery)


MARY WINKEL

Death on Monday of a 3 year old child of Frank Winkle(sic) in Two Rivers; 
The burial was Wednesday from the Catholic church.
Der Nord Westen, March 24, 1898
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(From county death index: Mary Winkel/d. Mar. 20, 1898 vol.6, pg.66)
(Note: I think this is the correct place for this obituary. Early
newspapers often had the wrong age for the person and stones also had
wrong dates.)


JULIUS U. WISNER

Julius U. (Jule) Wisner, age 80, of 3220 10th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday 
afternoon, February 12, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 18, 1997, at Klein and 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Rev. Larry Seidl will officiate with cremation 
to follow. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born May 22, 1916, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Peter and Anna 
Wiese Wisnifsky. He served in World War II from 1942 to 1945 in the United States 
Army Air Corp, European Theatre, attaining the rank of Sergeant. On August 9, 1945, 
he married Yvette M. Sowinski, in Manitowoc. Jule owned and operated the North Star 
Fur Farm in Two Rivers for all of his working life.
Survivors include his wife, Yvette Wisner, Two Rivers; one daughter, Kathleen Wisner, 
Two Rivers; two sons, Peter and Bruce Wisner, both of Two Rivers; one sister, Lucille 
Lesniak, Griffith, Ind.; nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends also survive. 
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Mary Catherine.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from 5 p.m. on Tuesday until 
the time of service at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, February 16, 1997 P. A2


YVETTE M. WISNER

Yvette Wisner, age 87, formerly of Two Rivers, residing at Willow Brook Nursing 
Home in Lake Mills, died on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010, at Fort Memorial Hospital 
in Fort Atkinson.
Yvette was born Nov. 25, 1922, in Paris, France, daughter of the late Leon and 
Marie Sowinski. On Aug. 9, 1945, she married Jule U. Wisner in Manitowoc. He 
preceded her in death on Feb. 12, 1997. She operated a family owned mink ranch 
with her husband. Yevette was also a seamstress.
Survivors include one daughter: Kathleen R. Wisner, Fort Atkinson; two sons: 
Peter J. Wisner, Two Rivers and Bruce L. Wisner, Two Rivers. She is further 
survived by nieces, nephews, and other relatives in France. 
She was preceded in death by one daughter: Mary Katherine; and two brothers: 
John and Roger Sowinski.
A Memorial serivce will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 18, 2010, at Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. 
William O'Brien. Burial of Yette and her husband Jule will be at Calvary Cemetery, 
Two Rivers, immediately following the service. Military Honors will be accorded 
by the Two Rivers VFW and American Legion Posts.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, June 18, 2010, at Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at 
11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, June 16, 2010


FRANCISCKA WISNIEWSKA 

After being bed-ridden for many years, death finally came to Mrs. Frances 
Wisnifsky(sic), 1514 Twenty-Fifth Street, Tuesday. Deceased who was 68 years 
of age is survived by her husband, John Wisnifsky, two sons, Geo. and Peter 
and one daughter, Mrs. John Komorowski, all of this city. The funeral was 
this morning from Sacred Heart Church, Rev. Father Malkowski officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., Mar. 16, 1923


FLORENCE ALLIE WISNIEWSKI

Mrs. B.S. Wiesniewski, 44, daughter of Mrs. John Allie, of Two Rivers, died 
Thursday evening in a Milwaukee hospital, following a year's illness. Funeral 
plans are incomplete.
Mrs. Wiesniewski, the former Florence Allie, was born in Two Rivers in 1898 
and was married to Mr. Wiesniewski at Two Rivers 20 years ago. Later they moved 
to Milwaukee.
Survivors are the widower; two sons; daughter (Private); sister Mrs. Isadore 
Brault, Two Rivers; two brothers, Norman and Albert Allie, of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 5, 1943 P.2
*******
Funeral services for Mrs. B. S. Wisniewski, 44, former Two Rivers resident who 
died in Milwaukee Thursday evening, will be held in St. Augustine's Catholic 
church in Milwaukee Monday at 9:30 a.m. The body will be brought to Two Rivers 
for interment.
Mrs. Wisniewski, the former Florence Allie, is survived by the widower; two 
sons, a daughter, mother, sister and two brothers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 6, 1943  P. 3
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Notes from Two Rivers:
The marriage of Miss Florence Allie and Mr. William B. Wisniesk(sic) 
took place at St. Luke's church Tuesday morning. The ceremony was 
performed by Rev. Father Hugo. Miss Isabel Allie was maid of honor 
and Edward Wisnieski as best man. The other attendants were Norman 
Allie and Alvina Neinstedt. The couple left on the noon train for a 
two week's honeymoon trip to Chicago and Detroit. They will make 
their home in Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 11, 1920


JAN WISNIEWSKI

Final summons came to John Wisnieski at the home of his son, George, in this 
city early Monday morning, death being due to infirmities incident to old age.
Mr. Wisneski was born in Poland seventy-nine years ago. He came to this 
country 19 years later and thirty years ago moved to Two Creeks. He retired 
from active work a number of years ago. His wife preceded him in death four 
years ago. Surviving are three children, Mrs. John Komoroske of Two Creeks, 
and George and Peter Wisnieski of this city.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle - July 14, 1927   


PETER WISNIEWSKI

Funeral services for Peter Wisniewski, 81, of 1817 Jackson St., Two Rivers, 
who died unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home shortly before noon 
Monday, will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. with a solemn requiem high Mass at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Joseph Gabryszek will be the celebrant. 
Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Wisniewski was born Oct. 3, 1879, in the Town of Two Creeks until 1917 
when Mrs. Wisniewski died. Until 20 years ago after moving to Two Rivers, he 
was employed at the Mirro Aluminum Co. Rolling Mill. For a number of years he 
and his son, Jule, were associated in the operation of a mink ranch on 10th 
Street, Two Rivers. Mr. Wisniewski was a member of the Holy Name Society of 
Sacred Heart church.
Besides the son he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Stanley Lesniak of Griffith, 
Ind.; a sister, Mrs. Hattie Konorosky of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc; a brother, 
George Wisniewski of Two Rivers, and 12 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 13, 1961  P.11


ROSE WISNIEWSKI

Mrs. George Wisniewski, 78, of 1817 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Sunday 
afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been taken earlier 
in the day. She had been in failing health for several months.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Joseph Gabryszck officiating. Interment will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Wisniewski, nee Rose Wiese, was born Sept. 1, 1880 in the Town of Two 
Rivers, a daughter of the late Jacob and Frances Migawa-Wiese. She was 
married at Sacred Heart church Aug. 27, 1907 to Mr. Wisniewski, the couple 
observing its golden wedding anniversary two years ago. Mrs. Wisniewski was 
a member of the Rosary Society of Sacred Heart parish.
Besides her husband she leaves a number of nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 15, 1959  P. 13
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Tuesday morning at nine o'clock at the Sacred Heart Church, Miss Rose Wiese and 
George Wisnefsky(sic) were made husband and wife. The nuptial rites were performed 
by the Rev. Father Lechowski. The bridal couple were attendede by Messrs. Peter 
Wisnefsky, John Wiese and the Misses Agnes and Annie Wiese. The wedding ceremony 
was attended by nearest relatives and intimate friends. After the ceremony a 
wedding dinner was served at the home of Albert Krajeck, a brother-in-law of the 
new couple. Mr. and Mrs. George Wisnefsky left in the evening for an extended 
wedding trip. On Their return, they will make their home in this city, the groom 
having made the necessary preparations to live in a cottage on McKinley Street. Mr. 
George Wisnefsky is a well known young man in Polish circles having a host of friends. 
The bride is a daughter of Mr. Jacob Wiese of the Range Line. The Reporter joins in 
with their many friends in extending congratulations.
The Reporter, Sat., Aug. 24, 1907


STANLEY WISNIEWSKI

George Wisniewski (sic), 95, who had resided the past 14 years with a nephew, Jule 
Wisner of Mounted Route, Tenth Street, Two Rivers, died Sunday night at Hamilton 
Memorial Home, Two Rivers. 
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate with burial in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Wisnewski was born Oct. 12, 1881, in the Town of Two Creeks, son of the late 
John and Frances Sw?encinski Wisniewski. He married Rose Wiese Aug. 27, 1907, at 
Two Rivers. She preceded him in death in 1959. He had been employed at Hamilton 
Industries, Two Rivers, and was a member of Hamilton Good Fellowship Club.
Survivors include a nephew, Jule Wisner, a niece, Mrs. Stanley (Lucille) Lesniak, 
of Griffin, Ind., and other nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. 
Tuesday, where a memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, April 25, 1977  P.20
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Tuesday morning at nine o'clock at the Sacred Heart Church, Miss Rose Wiese and 
George Wisnefsky(sic) were made husband and wife. The nuptial rites were performed 
by the Rev. Father Lechowski. The bridal couple were attendede by Messrs. Peter 
Wisnefsky, John Wiese and the Misses Agnes and Annie Wiese. The wedding ceremony 
was attended by nearest relatives and intimate friends. After the ceremony a 
wedding dinner was served at the home of Albert Krajeck, a brother-in-law of the 
new couple. Mr. and Mrs. George Wisnefsky left in the evening for an extended 
wedding trip. On Their return, they will make their home in this city, the groom 
having made the necessary preparations to live in a cottage on McKinley Street. Mr. 
George Wisnefsky is a well known young man in Polish circles having a host of friends. 
The bride is a daughter of Mr. Jacob Wiese of the Range Line. The Reporter joins in 
with their many friends in extending congratulations.
The Reporter, Sat., Aug. 24, 1907
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[21-4]-[George/bur. 04-27-1977/age 95 yrs.]
(Note: I believe Stanley and George are the same person:
1920 Two Rivers 1st ward:
George Wisnifsky age 37; spouse Rose age 39)
There is no Stanley on the 1900, 1910 or 1920 census.


FRANCES WOJKIEWICZ

REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON TUBERCULAR PATIENTS 
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF 
SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN.
Gentlemen:
In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to 
submit my report of all procedings and hearing relative to tubercular patients had and 
determined since the filing of my last report, January 1, 1938, up to and including the 
first day of January, 1939.
Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge.
Frances Wojkiewicz, resident of the City of Two Rivers, Committed to Maple Crest 
Sanatorium on the 18th day of April, 1938. Examining Physician: Dr. A.D. Bussey.
Manitowoc Herald Times Saturday, April 22, 1939  pg. 30
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Frances Wojkiewicz, 21, died at the Maple Crest sanatorium, where she had been 
a patient for several months, Wednesday morning. The funeral services will be 
held at Two River. Survivors are her mother, Mrs. John S. Sievert and three 
sisters. 
Manitowoc Sun Messenger, March 3, 1939  P.4


CATHERINE WOLF

Mrs. Catherine Wolf, Age 78, Dies Last Eve
Mrs. Catherine Wolf, 78, widow of the late Frank Wolf, and prominent in 
affairs of the St. Luke's Catholic church for more than a half a century, 
died at Two Rivers Municipal hospital at 11:30 Sunday night. She had been 
a patient at the institution only a day.
Mrs. Wolf had been in failing health since last November but was able to 
be up until two weeks ago when she was confined to her bed at her home at 
1901 Jefferson Street. 
A charter member of the Altar Society of St. Luke's church, Mrs. Wolf was 
secretary of that organization at one time for a period of 20 years.
Funeral services will be held in St. Luke's Catholic church at nine o'clock 
Thursday morning, with a solemn requiem mass. The Rev. Horace Schroeder of 
St. John's church, Green Bay, a grandson of Mrs. Wolf, will officiate. 
Interment will be in the family lot at Calvary cemetery. The remains were 
brought to the home this afternoon.
Mrs. Wolf, nee Catherine Dietrich, was born in Milwaukee, October 29, 1855, 
a daughter of the late John and Catherine Dietrich. At the age of 19 she 
came to this city with the family and resided here since. On June 5, 1877, 
she was married here to Frank Wolf, pioneer settler in Two Rivers, who 
passed away 20 years ago. For many years the family resided at 1509 17th 
street. Surviving Mrs. Wolf are three daughters,Mrs. Joseph Schroeder, this 
city, Mrs. W. A. Priegnitz of Whitefish Bay, Wis,. and Miss Mina Wolf at 
home, and four sons, George of this city, Frank of Cleveland, Ohio, Alois 
of Chicago and Ben F. Wolf of this city. There are also 12 grandchildren 
and eight great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 29, 1934  P.9 


ELSYE WOLF

Mrs. Frank Wolf, 79, of 1135 Clauge Rd., Westlake, Ohio, former Two Rivers 
resident, died Friday at Lakewood Hospital, Lakewood, Ohio.
Funeral services will be announced by Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers. 
Mrs. Wolf, nee Elsye LeClair, was born Oct. 26, 1887, at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late Usop and Mary St. Pierre LeClair. She was married to Frank Wolf 
at Two Rivers. The couple had resided in the Cleveland, Ohio, area since their 
marriage.
Survivors include her husband. A son, Francis, preceded her in death.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 8, 1967  P. 3
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Funeral services for Mrs. Frank Wolf, 79, of Westlake, Ohio, the former Elsye 
LeClair of Two Rivers, who died Friday afternoon at Lakewood Hospital, Lakewood, 
Ohio, were at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels and at 10 a.m. 
at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Ralph Merkatoris officiating. 
Burial was in Calvary Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Pallbearers were Adrian Paska, Clyde Rau, Dr. C. J. Klein, Hilary Schroeder, 
Thomas Hayes and Lester Lonzo.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 10, 1967  P.5
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Frank Wolf Jr. and Miss LeClair were married at Two Rivers this morning at Two 
Rivers this morning, the wedding being a society event. Both are prominent Two 
Rivers young people who have many friends in this city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Jan. 25, 1911 


FRANCIS A. WOLF

Funeral services for eleven-year-old Francis Wolfe (sic), son of Mr. and Mrs. 
Frank Wolfe, former residents of this city, who passed away at his home at 
Lakewood, Ohio, Friday morning, where held this morning at ten o'clock at the 
St. Luke's Catholic Church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, August 18, 1930 P. 11
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Two Rivers section of paper:
Mr. and Mrs. William Prignitz and daughter of Whitefish Bay where here for the 
funeral service of Francis Wolfe (sic) which was held Monday morning.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, August 19, 1930 P. 11
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Mr. and Mrs. Fred Voss of Virginia, Minn., spent a few days in the city. They 
also attended the funeral of Francis Wolfe (sic) Monday at the St. Lukes' 
Catholic church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, August 19, 1930 P. 11


FRANK WOLF    (d. 1913)

Death of Frank Wolfe(sic)
Frank Wolfe died Friday of cancer in the intestines. He had been ailing more or 
less for about two years but the doctors were unable to diagnose his case 
correctly. He was operated upon for an obstruction in the bowels and it was then 
discovered that he was afflicted with cancer. He passed away shortly after the 
operation.
Mr. Wolfe was born in Bohemia in 1853 and came to this country with his parents 
in 1856. For 42 years he found employment in the pail factory, most of the time 
as a pail turner. He retired 5 years ago from his regular work having through 
industry and frugality, accumulated enough of the world's good to enjoy the fruits 
of his labors without the necessity of continuous work.
He was a kind and loving husband and father and devout Roman Catholic Christian. 
In 1877 he was united in marriage to Catherine Diedrich and she and four sons and 
three daughters survive him besides two brothers and four sisters.
The funeral was held Wednesday morning from St. Luke's church. The following from 
out of the city were present at the funeral: Mrs. Lux of Wadsworth, Ill., Mrs. 
Nern, Mrs. Klatt and Mr. and Mrs. Birkhauser of Milwaukee, Mrs. John Kalbrun and 
Mrs. Mueller of Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Roemer of Manitowoc and a number of Mishicot 
friends.
The Reporter, Sat., June 14, 1913


FRANK W. WOLF    (d. 1978)

Frank Wolf, 95, of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died early Wednesday 
morning at the home. Funeral services will be 11 am Thursday in Deja and 
Martin Funeral Chapels and 11:30 am in St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Peter Schroeder will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Wolf was born Jan. 23, 1884 in Two Rivers, son of the late Frank and 
Katherine Dietrich Wolf. He was educated in Two Rivers schools. He was a 
former resident of West Lake, Ohio, where he worked as a fleet engineer at 
Inland Steel Co. and Company of Cleveland, Ohio, until his retirement. He 
married Elsye LeClair. She preceded him in death in July of 1967. Mr. Wolf 
was a member of the Knights of Columbus.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Joseph (Bella) Schroeder and nieces and 
nephews. A son and two brothers preceded him in death. Friends may call in 
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 9 am Thursday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Dec. 20, 1978 page 3
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(b. 23 Jan. 1884/d. Dec. 1978/SSDI)
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Frank Wolf Jr. and Miss LeClair were married at Two Rivers this morning at Two 
Rivers this morning, the wedding being a society event. Both are prominent Two 
Rivers young people who have many friends in this city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Jan. 25, 1911


JOSEPH WOLF

Notes from Two Rivers:
Joseph Wolf, aged 63 years, died at his home in this city last 
Tuesday morning after a short illness. He is survived by his wife, 
two daughters, one brother, Michael and four sisters, Mrs. Fred 
Beth Sr., of this city, Mrs. John Roemer of Manitowoc, Mrs. Frances 
Kahlbrun, Mrs. Barbara Miller of Chicago who were here to attend 
the funeral.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 25, 1918
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After only a few days illness, Joseph Wolf, who came to Two Rivers with his 
parents when a child, died at his home on Washington Street Tuesday. Deceased 
was born in 1855 in Germany. With the exception of an interval of twenty-five 
years spent in various parts of the country, he has always resided in this 
city, coming back here to settle down about ten years ago.
He is survived by his widow, one brother, Michael and four sisters, Mrs. Fred 
Beth Sr., of this city, Mrs. John Roemer of Manitowoc, Mrs. Frances Kahlbrun 
and Mrs. Bertha Miller of Chicago. The funeral was held this morning from St. 
Luke's church.
The Reporter, Thurs., July 18, 1918


MICHAEL WOLF

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 12 Nov.)
Death of a long-time resident of our city, 90-yr. old Michael Wolf, 
who came here in 1848 but has been living with his daughter in 
Clintonville for the last 6 years. He leaves 3 sons and 4 daughters. 
The body will be brought here from Clintonville and the funeral held 
Wed. from the Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Nov. 1900
(Note: Calvary was the Two Rivers Catholic cemetery at the time)
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Michael Wolf, one of the early settlers of this city, died at the home of his 
daughter, Mrs. John Roemer Jr. of Clintonville at an early hour yesterday morning. 
He was 88 years of age and his death was due to infirmities of age. He was born 
in Bavaria and came to this country and located at Two Rivers about 50 years ago. 
Here he continued to reside until a few years ago when he sold his home and went 
to Clintonville to live with his daughter. His remains are to be brought here for 
interment and the funeral from St. Luke's Church tomorrow afternoon. Three of his 
sons and a daughter, are residents of this city, two daughters live in Chicago 
and one at Clintonville.
The Chronicle, Tues., Nov. 13, 1900


MINA WOLF

Funeral services for Miss Mina K. Wolf, 86, of 2139 32nd St., Two Rivers, 
retired longtime receptionist for the late Drs. A.M. Farrell and A.P. Zlatnik 
at Two Rivers, who died Saturday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, 
were at 9:30 am Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers and at 
10 am at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. The 
Rev. Peter Schroeder, a nephew, was the concelebrant. Burial was in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Miss Wolf was born at Two Rivers, Feb. 21, 1887, daughter of the late Frank 
and Katherine Dietrich Wolf. She had been engaged for many years in secretarial 
work at Two Rivers. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Joseph S. Schroeder of 
Two Rivers; three brothers, Ben, Alois and Frank of Two Rivers and nieces and 
nephews.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Nov. 26, 1973 page 3
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(21 Feb 1887/Nov 1973/SSDI)


OTTILIA WOLF

Mrs. Joseph Wolf, 89, nee Ottilia Wachtel, of 2121 Washington street, died 
late Thursday at her home following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at the St. Lukes church, Two 
Rivers. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery there.
She was born in 1857 on a farm in the town of Two Rivers and in 1898 was 
married to Mr. Wolf. Mr. Wolf died in 1918. She was a member of the Altar 
society of the St. Lukes congregation. 
She is survived by one son, August Spaeth of Two Rivers; two daughters, Mrs. 
James Van Sleet of Two Rivers and Mrs. Donald Bachman of Los Angeles; 13 
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
He body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, 
where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 2, 1946  P.2


ADOLPH P. WONDRASH

Dies At Camp Hancock
Another Two Rivers boy, who has made the supreme sacrifice, is 
Adolph Waundrash(sic), son of James Waundrash, whose body arrived 
here today from Camp Hancock, Ga., enroute to Two Rivers for burial. 
Private Waundrash whose death was due to pneumonia, was 22 years of 
age and was sent to Camp Hancock some time ago from the Second 
district. He is survived by his parents, residing at Two Rivers. 
The funeral will probably be held tomorrow. Private Waundrash is 
the fourth Two Rivers boy to fall victim to pneumonia or influenza 
in cantonments since the outbreak of the disease.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, October 15, 1918, Page 5


ANNA WONDRASH

Mrs. Anna Wondrash, 80, 2315 Forest avenue, Two Rivers, died at Two Rivers 
Municipal hospital Tuesday morning, where she had been a patient since Sunday 
night.
Funeral services will be held at St. Luke Catholic Church,Two Rivers, at 9 a.m. 
Friday. Burial will be in the family plot in Calvary cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the Beduhn funeral home, Two Rivers, from 7 o'clock Wednesday 
evening to the hour of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home 
at 7:45 Thursday night.
Mrs. Wondrash, nee Anna Valenta, was born in the town of Carlton, Kewaunee county, 
in 1871, where she was married 57 years ago to Wenzel Wondrash. After their 
marriage the couple came to Two Rivers to reside. Mr. Wondrash preceded her in 
death six years ago.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Wallace Lonzo of Zanders, town of Gibson, and 
Mrs. Fred Williams of Milwaukee; and a son, Anton Wondrash of Two Rivers. She 
also leaves three brothers, Wenzel, Joseph and Frank Valenta, all of the town of 
Carlton. There are seven grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 13, 1951  P.2


MARY WONDRASH    (d. 1895)

Mary Wandrash  (sic)
birth: 1893 Two Rivers,
death: 15 September 1894 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(Note: Death date is off)


MARY WONDRASH    (d. 1908)

Mrs. Matt Wondrash died Thursday morning after an illness of two 
days. Heart failure caused the sudden death. She will be buried 
today. The deceased resided on Division Street. She is survived 
by a husband and two sons and two daughters. They are Jos., James, 
Mrs. John Messmann and Mrs. Adolph Mancl of Milladore, Wis. All 
were present at the interment of the deceased.
The Reporter, Sat., Mar. 14, 1908
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(1900 Two Rivers census:
Mathius Wondarch(sic) age 50; wife Mary 45; Joseph 20; Mathius 13)


MATH. WONDRASH

LOCAL BRIEFS  
Funeral services were held today for Matt Wondrasch (sic), 74, who died at the 
Holy Family hospital at Manitowoc Tuesday evening. Services were held at St. 
Luke's church. One son Wenzel, a daughter Mrs. John Messman and another daughter 
residing at Milladore are the only survivors.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 17, 1924  P.2
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Notes from Two Rivers:
Matt Wondrash, aged 74, who came to this country from Bohemia 54 years ago, died 
at Holy Family Hospital on Tuesday. He was married 55 years ago and his wife died 
about 16 years ago. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Maggie Mancel, Milladore, 
Wis., Mrs. John Messman, Two Rivers and one son, Wenzel, of Two Rivers. He is also 
survived by one brother, Thomas Wondrash. The funeral will be held Thursday from 
St. Lukes church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 17, 1924
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[Matt Wondrash]


WENZEL WONDRASH

Wenzel (Jim) Wondrash, 74, of 2315 Forest avenue, Two Rivers, died today at 
the Two Rivers, Municipal hospital, following a three weeks illness.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke's Catholic church, 
Two Rivers, with interment in Calvary cemetery. The body may be viewed at the 
Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, where the rosary will be 
recited at 7:45 Friday night.
Mr. Wondrash was born at Stangelville in 1871 and in 1892 married Annie Valenta. 
The couple observed their golden wedding three years ago.
Immediately following their marriage the couple moved to Two Rivers, where Mr. 
Wondrash secured employment at the Mann Bros. wooden ware plant where he worked 
for many years. Later he worked as a machinist at the Eggers Plywood and Veneer 
company, retiring 12 years ago.
Surviving, besides his wife, are three children, seven grandchildren and six 
great grandchildren. The surviving son is Anton Wondrash of Two Rivers and the 
daughters are Mrs. Anna Lonzo of Two Rivers and Mrs. Emma Williams of Milwaukee. 
A half-sister, Mrs. Emil Hlavacek, of Two Rivers, also survives.
Mr. Wondrash was a member of the C.Z.B.J. No. 142 of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 4, 1945  P.2


MICHAEL WOOLF JR    (d. 1936)

Funeral to be Thursday For Michael Wolf (sic), Age 83 
TWO RIVERS, (Special)-Michael Wolf, 83, who died in Manitowoc shortly before 
noon Tuesday, will be buried in Calvary cemetery Thursday morning following 
services at St. Luke's Catholic church, with the Very Rev. C. V. Hugo 
officiating. The rosary will be prayed at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., chapel at 
7:45 tonight.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 5, 1936  P.9 


EDDIE WRIETH

Death of the 7 mo. old child of Mr. Wilhelm Wrieth on Tues. last week 
after several month's illness. The burial took place Thurs. from the 
Catholic Church.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Sept. 1890
*NOTE: Newspaper year doesn't match stone.


ANNA WRUBLEWSKI

Mrs. Anna Wrublewski of this city passed away Sunday night at Holy Family hospital, 
death resulting from an attack of appendicitis. She was the wife of Teofil 
Wrublewski of the Southside. Deceased was a native of Poland where she was born 
51 years ago. She also leaves two sons, Walter and Stanley of this city. The funeral 
was from Sacred Heart Church Wednesday morning, Rev. Malkowski officiated.
The Reporter, Fri., Oct. 19, 1923


ALVIN F. WUELLNER

Alvin F. Wuellner, 54, of 1816 26th St., Two Rivers, a veteran employe of the 
Hamliton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, died at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital at 
noon Monday. He was stricken with a heart attack while at work at 11 a.m. and 
was rushed to the hospital.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced Tuesday by the Klein 
and Stangel Funeral Home, Inc., Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 21, 1955 P. 13
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(Note: This is all that could be found)


AMANDA WUELLNER

Amanda Wuellner, 84, of 1601 17th Street, Two Rivers, died Thursday, July 23, 
1987. Funeral services will be 10 am Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Amanda was born February 9, 1903 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Charles 
and Henrietta Schwartz Hindt. She married Alvin Wuellner in 1925 at Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death on March 21, 1955.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Ralph and Judy Wuellner of Manitowoc; 
a sister, Josephine Stelzer of Manitowoc; three grandsons, Mark Wuellner of Two 
Rivers and James and Steven Wuellner of Manitowoc; three granddaughters, Mrs. Dan 
(Pam) Kleiber, Mrs. James (Mary) Thorson and Christina Wuellner, all of Manitowoc; 
three brothers-in-law and six sisters-in-law. She was preceded in death by four 
sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 8:30 am 
Saturday morning to the time of services at 10 am.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., July 24, 1987 page 14
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(09 Feb 1903/Jul 1987/SSDI)


BERTHA WYSZYNSKI

Mrs. Wenzel Wyszynski, 74, of Two Rivers, died this morning at the Municipal 
hospital in that city.
Mrs. Wyszynski, nee Bertha Krueger, is survived by the widower; four daughters, 
Mrs. Mamie Voelker, Mrs. Verona Borusky, Mrs. Clara Ruthmansdoerfer, and Kathryn, 
all of Two Rivers; four sons, Nic and Michael, of Two Rivers, Henry of Niagara, 
Wis., George of Manitowoc Rapids, and a brother, Herman, of Two Rivers. 
Funeral plans have not been completed.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 24, 1942  P.4
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Mother and Son at Hospital
The saying that troubles don't come singly was illustrated in the family of 
Wenzel Wyzinski this week. Frank, a son twelve years of age fell on an icy 
walk Sunday striking his eye on a piece of glass frozen to the ice. He was 
taken to the hospital at Green Bay. It was feared that he would lose his sight 
but that fortunately has been saved. His mother accompanied him to Green Bay 
and show she fell and broke her leg and is also confined at the hospital.
The Reporter, Fri., Mar. 7,  1914
*****
Locals and Personals:
Mr. and Mrs. Wenzel Wyszynski celebrated their fortieth wedding anniversary 
by taking a trip to Chicago where they are guests of relatives.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Manitowoc Wis., Wednesday, November 19, 1924 pg. 3


MARY WYSZYNSKI

Mrs. Nicholas Wyszinski of this city passed away Wednesday morning after long 
illness and suffering. Besides her husband, parents and several brothers and 
sisters, she leaves behind her a little daughter, aged three. One brother is 
serving in the navy. Deceased, Mary McCormick was born in Oshkosh in 1881. The 
funeral will be held Saturday morning from St. Luke's Church.
The Reporter, Thurs., Apr. 11, 1918


MICHAEL WYSZYNSKI

Michael Wyszynski, aged 88 years, died last Tuesday at the home of his son, Wenzel, 
who lives in the northern part of the city. The decedent lived in this vicinity 
for the past thirty years coming here from Possen, Germany.
Two Rivers Reporter, Sat., July 28, 1906
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[Michael Wyszynski/d. July 18, 1906/co. death index v.8 p.88]


MICHALINA WYSZYNSKI

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 07 Dec.)
A longtime local resident, widow Mrs. M. Wycinski died Thursday at age 79. 
Her husband had preceded her in death two years ago. The funeral was conducted 
Monday from the Polish Church.
Der Nord Westen, 10 Dec. 1908

********
Mrs. Lena Wyszynski, died at the home of her son on Dec. 3, after a lingering illness due to old age. She was 87 years of age and was born in Poland, Germany and with her husband came to this country in 1868. For some time they made their home in Washington D.C. Her husband died about two years ago and after his death she lived with her son. She had three sons and one daughter, Anton of Watertown, Wenzel of this city and Mrs. George Kochowrski of the Town of Two Rivers. they were all present at the funeral except her son, Martin, whose place of residence is unknown. She was buried from Sacred Heart Church on Monday (Dec. 7). She was a devout Christian and her funeral was largely attended.
The Chronicle - Tues., Dec. 15, 1908  

ROMAN WYSZYNSKI

Mrs. Roman Wyszinski (sic) of Two Rivers has received a check for $1,000 from 
the Hamilton Manufacturing Company in payment of the policy which the company 
carried on her husband's life. When the late strike was called Mr. Wyszinski 
was one of the men who left the employ of the company and went out on strike, 
nevertheless the company continued to cary his insurance, although under no 
obligations to do so. Mr. Wyszinski was never able to return to work after the 
strike was called off, but the company kept his insurance in force and upon his 
death paid the widow the above named sum.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, December 4, 1919 P. 2
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Mr. and Mrs. H., Mr. and Mrs. John Wyszynski and Mrs. Harriet Wyszynski, of 
Chicago, arrived at Two Rivers this morning called their (sic) by the death of 
the father of the two gentlemen, Roman Wyszynski. Mr. Wyszynski was 61 years of 
age and has been a resident of Two Rivers for many years. The funeral will be 
held Monday.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, November 8, 1919 P.2


WENZEL WYSZYNSKI

Wenzel Wyszynski, 97, one of Manitowoc County's oldest residents and a resident 
of Two Rivers for more than 80 years who had been making his home with a son, 
Nicholas, at 2311 Monroe St., Two Rivers, the past 17 years, died at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital late Monday afternoon, where he had been a patient since 
April 10.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Wyszynski was born Jan. 21, 1862, in Poland, son of the late Michael and 
Michelina Wyszynski. When he was 13 years old the family brought him to this 
country, first settling in Washington, D.C., later in Virginia and Utica, N.Y. 
In 1875, the family moved to Manitowoc and four years later Mr. Wyszynski took 
up his residence in Two Rivers. In 1884, he married the former Bertha Krueger 
at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. She died in 1942 after Mr. Wyszynski 
made his home with his son, Nicholas.
Mr. Wyszynski's first employment in Two Rivers was at the old Mann Brothers Pail 
Factory where he worked for 35 years. After four years of employment at the plant 
of the F. Eggers Plywood & Veneer Co. he began employment at Plant No. 1 of the 
former Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, from which he retired after 22 years.
Mr. Wyszynski was one of Two Rivers' most enthusiastic baseball fans over many 
years of his life and earlier took keen interest in the community's basketball 
program. He was the last surviving member of the original Sacred Heart parish of 
Two Rivers. 
Surviving Mr. Wyszyinski are four daughters, Mrs. Mayme Voelker, Mrs. Frank 
Borusky and Mrs. Frank Ruthmansdorfer of Two Rivers and Miss Katherine Wyszynski 
of Stamford, Conn.; other sons, Henry of Niagara, Wis., and George of Manitowoc 
Rapids; 16 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 28, 1959  P. 11
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Funeral services for Wenzel Wyszynski, 97, of 2311 Monroe St., Two Rivers, who 
died Monday, were at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Officiating at the solemn requiem high Mass were the Rev. Joseph Gabryszek 
celebrant, the Rev. Alphonse Wagner, deacon, the Rev. Adolph Dolezal sub-deacon 
and the Rev. Henry Schmitt in the sanctuary. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Nicholas, Henry Warren and Robert Wyszynski, David Voelker and 
Daniel Ruthmansdorfer. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 30, 1959  P.27 
*****
Locals and Personals:
Mr. and Mrs. Wenzel Wyszynski celebrated their fortieth wedding anniversary 
by taking a trip to Chicago where they are guests of relatives.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Manitowoc Wis., Wednesday, November 19, 1924 pg. 3


MARGARET ZACHEK

Mrs. Margaret Zachek, mother of Mrs. A. Soucek died Sunday, aged 80. the funeral 
was held Wednesday morning from St. Luke's Church. She is survived by four 
children, three daughters, Mrs. James Soucek, Mrs. Geo. Leitle, Mrs. John Chalupny 
and one son, Mr. Anton Zachek and three step children, Mrs. Joe Meller, Mrs. 
George Shanda and Mr. George Zachek. Thirty-six grandchildren and twenty great 
grandchildren also survive her. Deceased has made her home with Mr. and Mrs. 
James Sousek for the past eighteen years.
The Reporter, Fri., Dec. 31, 1915
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(Note: She is on the same lot with Sousek family)


MARCIA R. ZELINSKI

Mrs. William Zelinski, 23, of 2310 Haves St., Two Rivers, died 
early Friday morning in Two Rivers Municipal Hospital after giving 
birth to a baby daughter a short period earlier. The child is in 
good health.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Deja & Martin 
Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic 
Church, the Rev. Herman J. Schmitz officiating. Interment will be 
in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Zelinski, nee Marcia Weiss, was born in Two Rivers Jan. 10, 
1935, a daughter of Harry M. and Mary Dawley Weiss. She attended St. 
Luke Parochial Schooll and was graduated from Two Rivers Washington 
High School with the class of 1953. She then became employed for a 
short time at Schwartz Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, and later up to the time 
of her marriage July 2, 1955, she worked in the Bank of Two Rivers.
Besides her husband and the new-born daughter, she leaves another 
daughter; a son (Survivors omitted for privacy.); parents, a sister, 
Mrs. Erich Stuebs Jr., of Two Rivers; the maternal grandmother, Mrs. 
Ruth Dawley of Manitowoc, and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. 
John Weiss of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the 
Rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, January 17, 1958 P.13
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[bur. 01-20-1958/age 23 yrs.]
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(Note: Obit say Holy Cross but she is in Calvary)


EDWARD J. ZEMAN

MOTORCYCLE RACER DEAD
Edward Zeman, Well Known Two Rivers Man Dies, Aged 25
Edward Zeman, a well known Two Rivers man who is known here through his 
participation in the motorcycle races of the season, is dead. Mr. Zeman's 
death occurring after an illness of only a week on Wednesday night. Mr. Zeman 
was engaged as manager of a bicycle shop at Two Rivers and was also a dealer 
in motorcycles and is well known in the motor racing game in the county. He 
was unmarried and is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Zeman, two 
brothers and three sisters.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., Oct. 19, 1911


MARY ZEMAN

Mrs. Mary Zeman, 98, of 1628-22nd St., one of the oldest residents in the Two 
Rivers area, died Saturday afternoon at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, where she 
had been a patient since March of 1961.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels 
and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. H.J. Schmitz 
officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Mrs. Zeman, nee Mary Zankle, was born Nov. 20, 1865, at Kellnersville, daughter 
of the late John and Barbara Zankle. She was married Nov. 28, 1885, to Joseph 
Zeman at Greenstreet, Wis. After being engaged in farming at Greenstreet the 
couple moved to nearby Rosencrans where it operated a general store, tavern and 
post office. The family moved to Two Rivers in 1903. Mr. Zeman died at Two Rivers 
in 1913. She was a member of ZCBJ Bohemian Lodge and the Robert E. Burns Post 165, 
American Legion Auxiliary.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Alden Hurst, of Mayville; two sons, Rudolph M. and 
Bernard J., of Two Rivers, six grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 o'clock 
this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, July 27, 1964 P. 5


RUDOLPH ZEMAN

Funeral services for Rudolph M. Zeman, 78, of 1628-22nd St., Two Rivers, one 
of the area's oldest operators of cycle shops, who died unexpectedly of a heart 
attack in his shop shortly before noon Monday, will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at 
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. Reed Forbush officiating. 
Military graveside rites will be in Calvary Cemetery, conducted by Eleven Gold 
Star Post No. 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Mr. Zeman was born Aug. 12, 1890, in the Town of Cooperstown, a son of the late 
Joseph and Mary Zinkel Zeman. When he was a child his family brought him to Two 
Rivers where in 1911 he became associated with his late brother, Edward, in the 
operation of the Zeman Cycle Shop at 1622-22nd St., Two Rivers. He spent almost 
his entire life in the cycle enterprise.
A veteran of World War I, he served in France for nearly a year.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Alden Hurst, of Mayville, Wis.; a brother, 
Bernard, of Two Rivers, and a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Wednesday, where Eleven 
Gold Star Post will conduct memorial services at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 20, 1968 P. 9


HELEN ZIARNIK

DEATH CLAIMS MRS. ZIARNIK
Resident of Two Rivers 22 Years Dies In Manitowoc
Mrs. Walter Ziarnik 42, died at 11 o'clock this morning at the Holy Family 
hosptial at Manitowoc following an operation.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday morning at 9 o'clock at the Sacred 
Heart church with Father Landowski officiating.
Mrs. Ziarnik was born Helen Gatzke on July 4, 1893 in Milwaukee. She came to 
Two Rivers 39 years ago and was married to Walter Ziarnik 22 years ago.
Survivors are the widower; one daughter, Salome; two sons, Joseph and Walter; 
one brother, Andrew Gatzke of Two Rivers; three sisters, Frances Gatzke, Marie 
Gatzke, of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Francis E. Beytagh of Savannan, Georgia.
The body is at the Klein and Stangel Inc. funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, April 10, 1935 P. 11
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[Helen G. Ziarnik]


WALTER M. ZIARNIK

Walter M. Ziarnik, 95, of Two Rivers, died Saturday, Oct. 27, at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate and burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Ziarnik was born June 10, 1884, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and Agnes 
Dropkiewicz Ziarnik. His wife, the former Helen Gatzka, preceded him in death in 
1935. He had worked for Eggers Plywood Company as a foreman for 35 years and 
Hamilton Industries for 13 years, retiring at age 66. He was a member of Holy 
Name Society of the church and a life member of Knights of Columbus.
Survivors include two sons, Joseph of Chicago and Walter Jr. of Winter Park, Fla., 
a daughter, Mrs. Salome Sinkler of Two Rivers, 12 grandchildren and 14 great 
grandchildren. Four brothers and three sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 4 o'clock this 
Monday afternoon, where members of Knights of Columbus and Daughters of Isabella 
will participate with relatives and friends in a memorial service at 7:30 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, October 29, 1979 P. 3
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[bur. 10-30-1979/age 95 yrs.]
(10 Jun 1884/Oct 1979/SSDI)


WALTER C. ZIMMER

Walter Zimmer, 34, a vetran of World War II, who has made his home here with 
an uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Eiermann, 1024 North Eight street, since 
he was a child, died at noon today at Holy Family hosptial following a 
lingering illness.
Funeral services (photo) will be held at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at Mittnacht funeral 
home, and at 9 o'clock at Holy Innocents Catholic church with the Rev. E.A. 
Radey officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest (sic) cemetery, Two Rivers, 
where members of the Manitowoc post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct 
military rites.
The son of George and Blanche Zimmerhackle, the deceased was born in Two Rivers 
in 1914 and came to live with his relatives here when five years of age. He 
attended Sacred Heart Catholic school and was graduated from Lincoln high school 
with the class of 1930.
Following completion of high school he was employed at the Linger bar in this 
city for two years and later managed the Sheboygan Linger bar.
He served in the army from June, 1942 through September, 1947, when he was 
honorably discharges as a master sergeant. He was assigned to the European theater 
where he saw action in the battle of the bulge and at several other points until 
his transfer to occupation duty in Japan with the termination of hostilities. In 
the ETO he was with the 365th field artillery regiment of the 95th and 97th 
divisions.
Following his discharge he was employed for a time at the Dick Bros. bakery in 
this city.
He was a member of the local post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and of the 
reserve corps.
Surviving are his mother of Chippewa Falls; a  sister, Mrs. Ester Terrin of Detoit, 
and three nephews.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Monday noon until the time of the 
services Tuesday morning. The rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, July 17, 1948 P. 2


RUDOLPH ZIMMERHAKEL

SHOE MERCHANT AT TWO RIVERS DEAD, AGED 56
Rudolph Zimmerhackel (sic), 2209 Adams street Two Rivers, died at his home 
following an attack of pneumonia. The funeral was held this morning with 
services at St. Lukes Catholic church.
Mr. Zimmerhackel was 56 years old and was born in the Town of Mishicot and 
for the last eleven years has lived at Two Rivers where he was engaged in 
the shoe repairing business. He is survived by his widow and six children, 
(remaining unreadable).
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, October 7, 1922 P. 1
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Notes from Two Rivers:
Rudolph Zimmerhakel, aged 56, died at his home on Wednesday. The cause of his 
death was pneumonia. He was born in the Town of Mishicot where he made his home 
until seven years ago when he came to this city with his family to reside. For 
several years he conducted a shoe repairing shop. He is survived by his widow 
and six children who are George of Cadott, Wis., Emma of Manitowoc, Anna, Mary, 
Mildred and Robert of this city. The funeral was held Saturday morning from St. 
Luke's church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 12, 1922


BARBARA ZIPPERER

Mrs. Barbara Zipperer, 73, was found dead in bed Sunday morning at the home 
of her sister, Mrs. Lillian Lequa, 835 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc, where she had 
made her home the past year. It was Mrs. Zipperer's birthday anniversary.
She was born Barbara Jacquette in Mishicot, Jan. 6, 1879, and her husband, 
George Zipperer, died 11 years ago.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
and at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. L.M. Schorn, officiating. 
Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Two Rivers.
Survivors are a step daughter, Mrs. Perry Dickens of Manitowoc; five sisters, 
Mrs. Nic Orth and Mrs. Rose Sprang of Manitowoc, Mrs. Katherine Krey of Two 
Rivers, Mrs. Clara Mahnke and Mrs. Helen Werner of Milwaukee; two brothers, 
Joseph Jacquette of Mishicot and John Jacquette of Two Rivers; four grand-
children.
The rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home by the Sacred 
Heart Altar Society. Friends may call at the funeral home until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 7, 1952 P. 2