FOREST VIEW OBITUARIES

AUGUSTA ADAMS

FORMER TWO RIVERS GIRL DEAD
Mrs. C. Adams of Milwaukee, was buried here last Saturday. Mrs. Adams maiden name 
was Augusta Bohn, she lived during her childhood in this city. The deceased is a 
sister of Mrs. John Smith of this city. Mr. and Mrs. John Bohn and Miss Rena Adams, 
the daughter of the deceased came here with the body. The funeral services were 
conducted by Rev. Jos. Morris, pastor of the Congregational church.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 12, 1912
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(Note: This was the Protestant cemetery as was Pioneers Rest. There are no
people with the Adams surname in Pioneers Rest, but there are here. Therefore, 
I think this is where Augusta was buried)


FRANK ADAMS

Frank J. Adams, 83, formerly of 1614-17th St., Two Rivers, died Sunday at 
Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Adams was born April 16, 1896, in Luxemburg, son of the late Henry and 
Louise Pappilion Adams. He married Helen Melchert Dec. 25, 1939, in Milwaukee. 
She preceded him in death April 10, 1969. Mr. Adams had been employed as a 
brewery worker with Pabst Brewery for many years.
Survivors include a step-son, Earl Melchert of Two Rivers; three brothers, 
William of Racine, Alvin of Los Angeles, Calif., and Ray of North Hollywood, 
Calif., a sister, Mrs. William Newman of Los Angeles, nieces and nephews. A 
brother and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Herald Times Reporter, June 25, 1979 P. 3
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[bur.Jun. 4, 1979]
(16 Apr. 1896/June 1979/SSDI)


HELEN MELCHERT ADAMS

Mrs. Frank Adams, 76, formerly of 1614-17th St., Two Rivers, died late Thursday 
night at Maple Crest Sanatorium, Whitelaw. She had been in failing health for 
more than two years.
Funeral serives will be at 9 a.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers, and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud 
officiating. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery.
Mrs. Adams, nee Helen Vanderbloemen, was born July 10, 1892, at Two Rivers, a 
daughter of the late Theodore and Mary Reis Vanderbloemen. She was married to 
Edward Melchert at Manitowoc in 1913. He died at Two Rivers in 1929. She then was 
married at Milwaukee in 1939 to Frank Adams. The couple moved to Two Rivers five 
years ago.
Besides her husband she leaves a son, Earl Melchert of Two Rivers; three sisters, 
Mrs. Albert Van Bramer of Two Rivers, Mrs. Isadora Behrens of Pal Sorings, Calif., 
and Mrs. Cyrilla Mickelson of Banning, Calif.; two brothers, Walter of Two Rivers 
and George Vanderbloemen of California, and one grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where memorial 
rsvices (sic) will be at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 11, 1969 P. 5


DORIS ADERHOLD

A loving tribute to Doris Kathryn Aderhold, born January 2, 1919, in Sparta, Wis., 
to Rex and Kathryn Cole. She left her earthly body on March 18, 1993, at Valley 
Baptist Medical center, Harlingen, Texas.
Funeral Services will be held at a later date at Two Rivers, Wis. Interment will 
be at Holy Cross Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers, Wis.
She was married August 3, 1941, at River Falls, Wis., to Norman Aderhold. They 
resided in Spooner, Wis. for 25 years and retired at Two Rivers, Wis. She was a 
winter Texan at Harlingen, Texas, since 1981. He hobbies were sewing, crossword 
puzzles, travel, cards and flowers. She was active in the community in Cub Scouts, 
Girl Scouts, 4H, Garden Club, the Methodist Church, Lady Elks and other activities.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Norman, Two Rivers, Wis.; a sister, 
Donna Hook, Spooner, Wis.; a brother, Donald Cole, Friendship, Wis. three children 
Paula Jaster, San Luis Obisbo, Calif., David Aderhold, Minneapolis, Minn., and 
Diane McAteer, Annapolis, Md.; and seven grandchildren.
Memorial Services were held at Sunshine Park, Harlingen, Texas, on March 21, 1993.
Herald Times Reporter, March 30, 1993 P. A2
(information provided by researcher/see contributors page)
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A loving tribute to Doris Kathryn Aderhold, born January 2, 1919, in Sparta, WI., 
to Rex and Kathryn Cole. She left her earthly body on March 18, 1993, at Valley 
Baptist Medical Center, Harlingen, Tex.
Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, May 29, 1993, at 2 p.m. at the Emanuel 
Methodist Church, Two Rivers.
A memorial fund will be established in her name at the Emanuel Methodist Church, 
Two Rivers.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Norman, Two Rivers; a sister, Donna 
Rae Hook, Spooner; a brother, Donald Cole, Friendship, WI.; three children, Paula 
Jaster, San Luis Obisbo, Calif., David Aberhold, Minneapolis, Minn., and Diane 
McAteer, Annapolis, Md.; and seven grandchildren.
Interment was held at the Holy Cross Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, May 26, 1993 P. A2
(This must be the date she was interred in Two Rivers)
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(2 Jan 1919/18 Mar 1993/SSDI)
(married Aug. 3, 1941)


NORMAN K. ADERHOLD

Norman K. Aderhold, age 93, of Two Rivers, passed away on Monday, 
March 23, 2009, at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Norman was born on Jan. 12, 1916, in Athens, son of the late Herman 
and Lela Aderhold. He was a graduate of Athens High School, Marathon 
County Normal School, River Falls State Teacher's College, and received 
his Master's of Education degree from Superior State University. He was 
also a two year veteran of World War II, having served in the 4th 
Cavalry in the European Theatre. Norman served in Wisconsin public 
schools for 45 years, with four years in country schools of Marathon 
County. He spent 25 years teaching high school in Spooner, and 16 years 
in administration. Norm was active in Kiwanis since 1954, and was a 
member of Emanuel United Methodist Church. He loved to travel, play cards, 
hunt deer and fish on Lake Michigan.
He is survived by his son, two daughters, seven grandchildren. He was also 
blessed with three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his 
parents; his wife: Doris; and his wife: Carol.
A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28, 2009, at 
Emanuel United Methodist Church, 1218 Madison St., Two Rivers. Officiating 
at the service will be the Rev. Sonia Alvarado. Burial of his cremated 
remains will take place in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends after noon until the time of 
service at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28, 2009, at Emanuel United Methodist 
Church.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the 
Aderhold family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 26, 2009
(information provided by researcher/see contributors page)


MALINDA AHLGREN

Mrs. Leo Ahlgren, 63, of 12107 Tannery Road, Mishicot, died Wednesday morning, 
July 18, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David Scherbarth will officiate and burial will follow 
in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The former Malinda Gretzmacher was born April 28, 1921, at Luxemburg, Wisconsin, 
daughter of the late William and Therese Gauger Gretzmacher. She married Carl 
Duveneck in June, 1939, at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church. The couple 
farmed at Two Creeks. He preceded her in death in March, 1957. On May 7, 1969, 
she married Leo Ahlgren at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church. Mrs. Ahlgren 
was a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aide Society.
Survivors include her husband, Leo; three sons and daughters-in-law, Carl and 
Barbara Dveneck of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, Allan and Betty Duveneck of Newton 
and Kenneth and Rita Duveneck of Highway 42, Mishicot; a daughter, Mrs. Donald 
(Verna) Sitiewitz of Highway 310, Manitowoc; three step-sons and two step-
daughters; two brothers, Harold Gretzmacher of New London and Gerhardt Gretzmacher 
of Black Creek; a sister, Mrs. Selma Semroe of Black Creek; 12 grandchildren, 
seven step-grandchildren, nieces an dnephews. She was preceded in death by two 
sisters.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday and 
Monday at the church from 9 a.m. to the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, July 19, 1984 P. 3
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[bur. 07-23-1984/age 63 yrs.]


AMELIA P. AHRENS

Mrs. Amelia Ahrens, 78, of 2114 Washington St., Two Rivers, widow of one of 
the original rural mail carriers out of the Two Rivers Post Office and a 
musician, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital late Tuesday afternoon where 
she had been a patient for 12 days.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Emanuel Evangelical United Brethren 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. M.J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery.
Mrs. Ahrens, nee Amelia Cammers, was born June 6, 1881, in the Town of Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late Nicholas and Amelia Fischer Cammers, among the earlier 
residents of the township. Attending rural schools, she was married to Charles 
Ahrens at Two Rivers Sept. 14, 1902. After their marriage the couple settled in 
a home at the north outskirts of Two Rivers' east side and a number of years ago 
the family moved to a farm near Shoto where Mr. Ahrens died May 29, 1947. A year 
later she moved to Two Rivers where she had resided since. She was a member of 
Emanuel Church and the Golden Age Club.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Ted Dohr and Mrs. Charles Spring of Two Rivers 
and Mrs. Arthur B. Curtis of Washington, D.C.; two sons, Lincoln, with the Merchant 
Marine on the Atlantic, and Charles Jr., of Seattle, Wash.; three sisters, Mrs. 
John Ahrens of Mishicot, Mrs. Fred Estes of Lynwood, Calif., and Mrs. Claude Short 
of California; a brother, Fred Commers of Olathe, Colo.; six grandchildren and two 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 7 o'clock 
this Wednesday evening until 10:30 a.m. Friday when the casket will be taken to the 
church where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 25, 1960 P. 25
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[May 1960/age 78]


AUGUSTA AHRENS

Mrs. John Ahrens, 72, of route 2, Two Rivers, died early today at the family home. 
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 pm from the St. John's Lutheran church 
in Two Rivers. Burial will be in Forest View cemetery.
Mrs. Ahrens, nee Augusta Runge, was born in the town of Two Rivers in 1871 and in 
1896 was married to John Ahrens. For years she was an active member of the Eastwin 
Homemakers Club.
Survivors are the husband, four daughters, Mrs. Edward Kastrosky, town of Two Rivers, 
Mrs. Milton Mueller, Manitowoc, Mrs. Raymond Meineke, Mishicot and Mildred, wife of 
Major George Walters of Seattle, Washington; three sons, Harvey of St. Louis, Jerry 
of the town of Two Rivers and Elmer of Racine. Fifteen grandchildren also survive.
The body may be viewed at the Co-op Funeral home in Two Rivers after Tuesday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., May. 29, 1944 p.2


CHARLES H. AHRENS

Charles H. Ahrens, 73, one of the first rural mail carriers at Two Rivers, 
died Thursday night at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital. He had been ill 
two years.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., 
funeral home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Carl Hagen of this city officiating. Burial 
will be in Forest View cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Mr. Ahrens was born in Kossuth in 1874 and moved to Two Rivers when a young 
man. Forty years ago he became one of three rural mail carriers out of the Two 
Rivers office remaining in the service 16 years. Two years after he married 
Miss Amelia Cammers he purchased a small farm near Two Rivers. Twenty-four years 
ago he took over the old Ahrens farm near Shoto.
Mr. Ahrens, widely known in musical circles, was a bass violin player with the 
original Gloe-Naidl orchestra, which included Arthur and Archie Gloe, the late 
August Gloe, and the late Joseph and Frank Naidl and Dr. A.R. Naidl, the latter 
now of Manitowoc.
For a number of years he was both Clerk and assessor of the town of Two Rivers, 
holding the posts while serving as treasurer of the school district.
Surviving Mr. Ahren (sic) are his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Gladys Curtis of 
Washington, D.C., Mrs. Rachael Dohr, of Two Rivers; Mrs. Winifred Spring of 
Lockport, N.Y.; two sons, Lincoln Ahrens, an engineer on a merchant ship, now in 
India, and Charles R. Ahrens at home. He also leaves three brothers, John of 
Mishicot, George of Wausau and Louis Ahrens of Manitowoc, and a sister, Mrs. Anna 
Koeser of Two Rivers. There a three grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, May 31, 1947 P. 2


ELMER O. AHRENS    (d. 1957)

Elmer O. Ahrens, 60, of 1916 Roosevelt Ave., Two Rivers, a World War I veteran, 
and an employe of Plant No. 1 of the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, for 
more than 30 years, died Wednesday morning at the Wisconsin University Hospital 
where he had been a patient since Sunday. He had been ill the past month.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and are being handled by the Klein & Stangel 
Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers.
Mr. Ahrens was born on a farm near Manitowoc Oct. 4, 1895, son of the late Mr. 
and Mrs. August Ahrens. He entered the service in World War I on May 24, 1918, 
and served as a private first class with the 36th Battalion, U.S. Guards at Camp 
Grant.
Several years later Mr. Ahrens came to Two Rivers and took employment in 1923 at 
the Aluminum Goods firm plant where he was employed continuously as a clerk in 
the shipping room until a month ago. He was a member of the Robert E. Burns Post 
185, American Legion, Two Rivers, and seved for many years on its drill team. He 
also was a member of the "25-Year Club" of the Aluminum Goods Co.
Thirty-two years ago he married the former Helen Oestreich  ??? ????, who survives 
him with a daughter, Mrs. Elmer Wilsman of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Flora Heimpke 
of Brillion; two brothers, Richard on the homestead farm, and Edward of Manitowoc, 
and three grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, February 20, 1957 P. 15
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Marriage of Elmer/Helen Ahrens
The wedding of Miss Helen Oestreich of this city to Elmer Ahrens of Highland 
Park, Ill., took place at Waukegan last week according to word received by 
friends of the couple here and at Manitowoc. Miss Oestreich is a popular Two 
Rivers girl and a number of showers and parties have been given for her during 
the past months. The groom is a former Manitowoc man, being the son of Mr. and 
Mrs. August Ahrens, Route 6, and is employed at Highland Park where the couple 
will make their home. Miss Oestrich was formerly a telephone operator here and 
is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Oestrich, 1016 Hawthorne St.
The Reporter, Fri., Mar. 7, 1924


ELMER AHRENS    (d. 1966)

Man, 65, Found Dead at Home
The death of Elmer Ahrens, 65, whose badly decomposed body was found in an 
upstairs bedroom of his home at 6525 6 Mile Road Saturday night was due to 
natural causes, according to Deputy Racine County Coroner Milton Stoffel.
Sheriff's deputies who investigated the death said Ahrens may have been dead 
for 10 days. Deputies were asked to investigate Saturday night after neighbors 
reported that Ahrens had not picked up his mail for at least the last several 
days.
Journal Times, Racinwe,WI, August 8, 1966  P. 89C
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Funeral services for Elmer C. J. Ahrens, 65, of Racine, a former Town of Two 
Rivers resident who died at his home Friday, were at 2 p.m. Monday at Deja & 
Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. Paul W. Funk officiating. Burial 
was in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Ahrens was born Jan. 7, 1901, in the Town of Two Rivers, son of the late 
John C. and Augusta Runge Ahrens. He attended the old Two Rivers High School 
and in the 1920s moved to Racine where he was engaged as a mason contractor. 
He was a member of old troop C, 105th Cavalry, Wisconsin National Guard, Two 
Rivers
Surviving are a son, Master Sgt. George R. Ahrens at Bunker Hill Air Force Base, 
Peru, Ind.; four sisters, Mrs. Edward Kastrosky, of Two Rivers; Mrs. Milton 
Mueller, of Manitowoc; Mrs. Raymond Meineke, of Mishicot and Mrs. George Walters, 
of Spokane, Wash., and a brother, Jerry A., of Rt. 1, Two Rivers. A brother, 
Harvey, preceded him in death in 1965.
Manitowoc Herald, August 8, 1966  P. 13
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(07 Jan 1901/Aug 1966/SSDI)


HELEN M. AHRENS    (d. 1960)

Mrs. Elmer Ahrens, 64, of 1916 Roosevelt Ave., Two Rivers, died late Thursday 
night at her home where she had been treated for a heart condition and confined 
to bed the past five weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Emmanuel Evangelical United Brethren 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. M. J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery.
Mrs. Ahrens, nee Helen Oestreich, was born at Two Rivers Nov. 29, 1895, daughter 
of the late Frank and Martha Magee Oestreich. She attended Two Rivers High School 
and for more than 25 years up to her retirement two years ago she was employed in 
the Two Rivers exchange of the General Telephone Co. of Wisconsin, and its 
predecessor, the Commonwealth Telephone Co. She was married in 1924 at Highland 
Park, Ill., to Elmer Ahrens of Two Rivers. He died at Two Rivers Feb. 20, 1957.
Mrs. Ahrens was a member of the Women's Society for World Service and the Esther 
Circle of Emanuel Church, Two Rivers Homemakers and Auxiliary of the Robert E. 
Burns Post 165, American Legion.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Elmer Wilsmann of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. 
Ervin Baker of Two Rivers and Mrs. Lynn Meyer of Appleton; four brothers, Benjamin 
of Granada Hills, Calif., Kenneth of Deerfield, Ill., Lester of Beaver Dam and 
Franklin Oestreich of Two Rivers and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 2 p.m. 
Sunday until 1 a.m. Monday when the casket will be taken to the church here the 
body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 3, 1960  P.15
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Marriage of Elmer/Helen Ahrens
The wedding of Miss Helen Oestreich of this city to Elmer Ahrens of Highland 
Park, Ill., took place at Waukegan last week according to word received by 
friends of the couple here and at Manitowoc. Miss Oestreich is a popular Two 
Rivers girl and a number of showers and parties have been given for her during 
the past months. The groom is a former Manitowoc man, being the son of Mr. and 
Mrs. August Ahrens, Route 6, and is employed at Highland Park where the couple 
will make their home. Miss Oestrich was formerly a telephone operator here and 
is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Oestrich, 1016 Hawthorne St.
The Reporter, Fri., Mar. 7, 1924


HELENE AHRENS

Mrs. Helene Ahrens, 83, of Village Green East, Two Rivers, died Monday evening, 
August 24, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot. The 
Rev. Ronald Helgerson will officiate and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. Ahrens, nee Helene Naser, was born June 19, 1898, at Two Creeks, daughter 
of the late John and Anna Rathe Naser. She was married to Jerry Ahrens Oct. 13, 
1924. They resided on Route 1, Two Rivers, until her husband died in 1978, when 
she moved to her present address. Mrs. Ahrens was a retired rural school teacher  
and was active in 4-H programs many years. She was a member of Mishicot-Two 
Rivers Senior Citizens and Mishicot Alumni Association and a charter member of 
Two Rivers American Legion Auxiliary and Ladies Aid Society of Zion United 
Methodist Church, Mishicot.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Jack and Jean Ahrens of 10936(?) 
Meadow Dr., Two Rivers, and Gene and Monica Ahrens of Sheboygan; a son-in-law, 
Alan Groll of Algoma, 12 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A daughter 
and three sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Thursday.
Herald Times Reporter, August 26, 1981 P. 3
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(19 Jun 1898/Aug 1981/SSDI)


JEAN AHRENS

Jean M. Ahrens, age 78, of 10926 Meadow Drive, Two Rivers, entered into eternal 
life on Wednesday morning, Aug. 23, 2006, at the Aurora Medical Center in Two 
Rivers. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2006, at 
Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. John Neuser officiating, 
with burial in the Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Jean was born March 24, 1928, to the late Roland and Florence Lehman Raatz, and 
has been a lifelong area resident. She was a graduate of the Washington High 
School in Two Rivers with the class of 1945. She later attended Marquette 
University. She married John N. "Jack" Ahrens on May 1, 1948, in Two Rivers. 
She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot. Jean enjoyed 
gardening. 
Survivors include her loving husband: Jack; two daughters: Nona Pravechek, of 
Manitowoc; Nancy Ahrens and her husband Bob Fromm, of Mishicot; six grandchildren: 
Blas, Rafael, and Leela Garcia; Victoria and Aaron Pravechek, and John Fromm. 
She is further survived by one brother and sister-in-law: John "Jack" and Mary 
Jane Raatz, of Two Rivers; one sister and brother-in-law: June and Leo Bugler, of 
Manitowoc; and by her brothers-in-law: Gene (Monica) Ahrens, of Sheboygan; Allan 
Grall, of Algoma; nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was also 
preceded in death by a sister-in-law: Jo Ann Grall. 
Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday at the Lambert-Eckert 
Funeral Home in Mishicot with a concluding prayer service led by the Rev. Sonia 
Alvarado. Visitation will continue after 10 a.m. on Saturday at Holy Cross 
Catholic Church in Mishicot, until the time of service at 11 a.m. A memorial 
fund has been established in her name. 
The Ahrens family wishes to extend a very special thank you to the Mishicot 
Ambulance Service, the entire Intensive Care Unit of the Aurora Medical Center, 
and to Dr. Andrea Carroll, Dr. Cedric Thayer, and to Jeanette Fictum, for all 
their special care and concern shown to Jean during her illness. Your kindness 
will always be remembered. 
Herald Times Reporter, August 2006


JERMIMA L. AHRENS

Mrs. William Ahrens, 69, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died Monday evening at Manitowoc 
County Hospital where she had been a patient for more than a year.
Funeral services will be at 1:15 p.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. William Harvey, rector of St. James Episcopal Church, 
Manitowoc, officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery (sic), Two Rivers.
Mrs. Ahrens, nee Jermima Davies, was born Feb. 15, 1899, at Rhinelander, a daughter 
of the late Edgar and Augusta Kemnow Davies. After teaching in elementary schools 
in Vilas and Oneida counties, she continued her profession in New York state.
She was married April 2, 1923, to William Ahrens. A year later the couple moved to 
Manitowoc and in 1937 to the Town of Two Rivers where they operated a fruit farm.
Besides her husband, she leaves a son, Frederic, of Madison; a sister, Mrs. Arnold 
Knutsen, of Rhinelander; a brother, William, of Seattle, Wash., and a granddaughter.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, January 21, 1969 P.7


JERRY A. AHRENS

Jerry Ahrens, 80, of Route 1, Two Rivers, died Saturday morning in Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 2 pm Monday in Zion United 
Methodist Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Bernard Fetterlund will officiate and 
burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Ahrens was born June 8, 1896 in the Town of Two Rivers, son of the late John 
and Augusta Runge Ahrens. He graduated from Tannery Graded School, Washington 
High School, Two Rivers; Manitowoc County Normal School and River Falls College 
in 1919. He was a veteran of World War I. He married Helen Naser Oct. 18, 1924. 
They farmed at Route 1, Two Rivers since then. Mr. Ahrens was a longtime member 
and secretary of the Twin Rivers Coop of Mishicot for 25 years. He was a member 
and past president of the Mishicot Senior Citizens. He was a 4-H Leader for 21 
years. Mr. Ahrens was a member of the Two Rivers American Legion and of the 
Westshore Sportsmans Club.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Jack of Two Rivers and Gene of Sheboygan; 
a daughter, Mrs. Alan (JoAnn) Groll of Algoma; three sisters, Mrs. Ed (Myrtle) 
Kastrosky of Two Rivers, Mrs. Milton (Cora) Mueller of Manitowoc and Mrs. George 
(Mildred) Walters of Spokane, Washington; and 12 grandchildren. Two brothers and 
a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 4 pm this Sunday 
afternoon and Monday from noon until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sunday, Oct. 29, 1978 page 3
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(8 Jun 1898/Oct 1978/SSDI)


JOHN AHRENS    (d. 1963)

Retired Two Rivers Farmer, 95, Killed in Head-on Crash
Injuries Claim John Ahrens, Active Golfer
Other Driver Cut, Bruised; Used Seat Belt
TWO RIVERS-John C. Ahrens, 95, (photo) of Randolph Street, Mishicot, one of the 
nation's oldest active golfers, a retired Town of Two Rivers farmer and former 
owner of Fairview Golf Course, died shortly before 6:30 p.m. Friday at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital following a nearly head-on collision of cars at 45th Street 
and Mishicot Road earlier in the afternoon.
Treated for injuries at the local hospital was the other driver, Walter G. 
Ottensmann, 49, of 2111 Washington St., the new district plant superintendent of 
General Telephone Co. of Wisconsin, who had been wearing a seat belt when the crash 
occurred. He received cuts on the top of his head, bruises to his face, cuts and 
bruises on his left arm and to his left knee.
Ahrens had sustained a collapsed lung, broken right forearm, fractured right leg, 
several fractured ribs and lacerations to his scalp and head. Both of the injured 
were taken at one time to the local hospital in the City Emergency Vehicle.
(snip)
Born in 1867
According to the police report, the crash occurred about 1:08 p.m. Ottensmann 
reported from the hospital later Friday afternoon that he was driving the 1962 
model company car north on Mishicot Road and observed the 1938 model car driven 
by Mr. Ahrens proceeding southeasterly on Mishicot Road. At the 45th Street 
intersection Mr. Ahrens swung his vehicle to the left to go to the Fairview Golf 
Course for a round of golf. The cars met almost head-on and were demolished. The 
front of the Ahrens machine and the left side and left front of the Ottensmann auto 
were damaged.
Mr.Ahrens was born Oct. 22, 1867, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late August 
Fredericka Protzmann Ahrens. When he was nine the family brought him to a farm just 
east of Shoto where he attended the old Town Line School and later became engaged 
in carpentering, building many of the homes in the Town of Two Rivers, including 
the Tannery area.
In 1896, he married Augusta Runge and took up farming on the homestead farm of his 
father-in-law, the late Christ Runge. Besides his farming pursuits he became a 
butter maker, established a route at Two Rivers. In 1929, he gave up farming and 
he and his son-in-law, Edward Kastrosky, converted the dairy farm into a public 
golf course which
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was named Fairview, where the former served as greenskeeper and took an active part 
in developing the nine-hole course.
Retires in 1944
After Mrs. Ahrens died in 1944 he retired and the golf course was acquired by Russell 
Kirchner, the present owner. For the past 17 years he had lived in retirement at 
Mishicot after he married Mrs. Louis Zeddies in 1947. Through the years Mr. Ahrens 
remained an active golfer, playing the Fairview course several times weekly. He was 
one of the oldest active left-handed golfers in the nation. For years he formed a 
foursome with Frank Hess, the late Frank Becker and Fred Tegge. This foursome was 
referred to by the late Fred Lipowitz, LaCrosse sportsman, former national president 
of Bowling's National 700 Club, as the oldest in the country when Lipowitz paid 
visits to the course a number of years ago. Mr. Ahrens frequently until recently, 
played golf with his children, grandchildren and great grandchild.
Besides his wife he leaves four daughters, Mrs. Edward Kastrosky, of Two Rivers, Mrs. 
Milton Mueller, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Raymond Meineke, of Mishicot and Mrs. George 
Walters, of Spokane, Wash.; three sons, Harvey, of Bloomington, Ill., Jerry, of the 
Town of Two Rivers and Elmer, of Racine; a brother, Louis, of Manitowoc; 15 grand-
children and 23 great grandchildren.
Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Zion Evangelical United Brethren Church, 
Mishicot, the Rev. Warren W. Sutton officiating. Burial will be in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Friends may call at Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 2 p.m. Sunday until 10 a.m. 
when the body will be taken to the church to lie in state from 11 a.m. until the time 
of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 28, 1963 pp 1,2
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Funeral Card:
JOHN AHRENS
Born
October 21, 1867
Died
September 27, 1963
Services 
2:00 P.M.
Monday, September 30, 1963
Zion Ev. United Brethren Church Mishicot, Wisconsin
Rev. Warren W. Sutton, Officiating
Burial
Forest View Cemetery
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Spect Funeral Home Mishicot, Wisconsin
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[Sept. 1963/age 95 yrs.]


JOHN AHRENS    (d. 2007)

John N. "Jack" Ahrens, age 81, of 10926 Meadow Drive, Two Rivers, entered into 
eternal rest Friday evening, May 11, 2007, at the Rivers Bend Health & 
Rehabilitation Center in Manitowoc. 
Jack was born Feb. 16, 1926, in Manitowoc to the late Jerry and Helene Naser 
Ahrens, and has been a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of the Mishicot 
High School, graduating with the class of 1943. He married the former Jean Raatz 
May 1, 1948, in Two Rivers, and she preceded him in death on Aug. 23, 2006. Jack 
was employed by the Mirro Corporation for many years as a scheduler. He was a 
member of Zion United Methodist Church in Mishicot and the Arbor Day Foundation. 
He enjoyed spending time in the outdoors, hunting, fishing, gardening and tending 
to his apple orchard. He loved spending time with his family, especially his 
grandchildren. 
Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law, Nona Pravechek, of Manitowoc, 
Nancy Ahrens and her husband, Bob Fromm, of Mishicot; six grandchildren, Blas, 
Rafael, and Leela Garcia, Victoria and Aaron Pravechek, and John Fromm, and one 
great-grandchild, Alexis O'Conner. He is further survived by one brother and 
sister-in-law, Gene and Monica Ahrens, of Sheboygan, and by his brothers-in-law, 
and sisters-in-law, Allan Grall, of Algoma, Leo and June Bugler, of Manitowoc, 
Jack and Mary Jane Raatz, of Two Rivers, nieces and nephews. 
In addition to his parents and his wife Jean, he was also preceded in death by two 
infant children, and one sister, JoAnne Grall. 
Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, at the Lambert-Eckert 
Funeral Home in Mishicot. Visitation will continue after 10 a.m. Wednesday at the 
Zion United Methodist Church in Mishicot. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. 
Wednesday, May 16, at Zion United Methodist Church, with the Reverend Sonia Alvarado 
officiating, with burial to follow in the Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
The Ahrens family would like to acknowledge and thank the following for their 
tender loving care and support: Dr. Edward Barylak and the Lombardi Oncology Clinic 
nursing staff, Dr. Cedric Thayer and the Two Rivers Aurora Clinic Staff, the Aurora 
Hospital nursing staff of 3 East, 3 West, the Emergency Department and the support 
staff throughout the hospital, Mary Firkus RN and the Rehabilitation Unit Staff at 
Rivers Bend Health &Rehabilitation Center, Linda Bauknecht RN and the Visiting 
Nurses Association Hospice, the staff at the Medicine Shoppe, Two Rivers, Betty 
Franz for her continued support to our family, and all of our family and friends 
that have supported John's family over the past year. Your kindness will always be 
remembered. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 13, 2007


LINCOLN C. AHRENS

Private funeral services for Lincoln Ahrens, 56, formerly of Two Rivers who 
died Tuesday at Tunkhannock, Pa., will be at 2:30pm Tuesday at Klein and 
Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. 
Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery. 
Mr. Ahrens was born May 13, 1908, at Two Rivers, son of the late Charles and 
Amelia Cammers Ahrens. He enlisted 
in the Navy when he was 17 and later became an employe of the Manitowoc 
Shipbuilding Inc., at Manitowoc. In later years he was in the merchant marines. 
Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Ted Dohr, of Two Rivers, Mrs. Arthur B. 
Curtis, of Washington D.C., and Mrs. Charles Spring, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and 
a brother, Charles of Roseburg, Ore.
Manitowoc Herald Times June 29, 1964 p.7


WILLIAM J. AHRENS

William J. Ahrens, age 95, formerly of 4966 Cty. Trk. Hwy. VV, Two 
Rivers, died Wednesday evening, August 9, 1995, at the Two Rivers 
Community Hospital.
A Graveside Funeral Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, 
August 11, 1995, at the Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. Officiating 
at the service will be Rev. Isidro Carrera.
He was born June 7, 1900, in Manitowoc, son of the late William J. 
and Anna Donuth Ahrens Sr. He married the former Jermima Davies on 
April 2, 1923, in Newburgh, N.Y. She preceded him in death January 20, 
1969. He then married the former Lydia Pok on June 16, 1973, in Madison. 
Lydia preceded him in death on July 15, 1974. William was a local farmer 
who raised fruit and vegetables for many local stores and curbside 
markets. He was interested in the propagation of apple varieties through 
the use of grafting and pollinization techniques. He also spent many 
hours involved in woodcrafting and other carpentry work.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Frederic W. Ahrens and Marie 
Lundstrom of Cambridge, Wis.; four grandchildren, Andrea Cappolletto, 
Melinda Ahrens, Starr Ahrens, and Sky Ahrens. He is also survived by a 
sister-in-law, LaVerne Ahrens, Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by two 
brothers and three sisters.
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 10, 1995 P. A2
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(7 June 1900/9 Aug. 1995/SSDI)


CLARENCE H. ALBRECHT    (d. 1963)

Clarence H. Albrecht, Jr., 20, of Two Rivers was killed today when the car he 
was driving missed a curve and rolled over several times. The crash occurred 
on Manitowoc County Trunk D in the eastern outskirts of Two Rivers.
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern - Monday, Nov. 4, 1963 - page 6
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Funeral services for Clarence H. Albrecht, 20, of 1721-21st St., Two Rivers 
who was killed in a traffic accident on County Trunk Highway D at Two Rivers 
outskirts early Monday morning, were at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klein and 
Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. 
Burial was in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Pallbearers were Ralph Kubsch, Eugene Pribek, Ronald Ratajczak, Roger Sager, 
Gale Ullman and Orville Swagel.
Two Rivers Reporter, November 7, 1963 P. T-5


CLARENCE H. ALBRECHT    (d. 1982)

Clarence H. Albrecht 64, of 1721-21st St., Two Rivers, died Saturday, Jan. 30, 
at home. 
Private funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Frederik Schulz will officiate and burial 
will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Albrecht was born June 1, 1917, in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, 
son of the late Henry and Anna Albrecht. He served overseas in the Army during 
World War II. He married Evelyn Karl June 21, 1941, at Kewaunee.
Survivors include his wife, Evelyn; two sons, Edward of Two Rivers and Ronald 
at home; two daughters, Mrs. James (Arlene) Throndson of Bridgeton, N.J. and 
Annette at home; a brother, Gilbert of Kewaunee; two sisters, Mrs. Sylvia 
Siebenrodt and Mrs. Henrietta Gurtiz of Illinois, and four grandchildren. He 
was preceded in death by a son, a brother and a sister. 
There will be no visitation at the funeral home. 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 1, 1982 P. 3
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(1 Jun 1917/Jan 1982 SSDI)


HERMAN F. ALBRECHT

Herman Albrecht, 77, lifelong resident of Manitowoc county, who retired 
some 15 years ago to a home at Shoto after being engaged in farming for 
many years, died Sunday morning at the Fair Hill Nursing Home at Maribel, 
where he had been a patient for a year.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Klein and Stangel 
Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. M. J.  Roehrdanz officiating.  
Interment will be in Forest View cemetery, Two Rivers.
Born in the town of Manitowoc in 1876, Herman Albrecht was a son of the 
late Conrad and Dorothea Meissner Albrecht.  In 1906 he was married at Two 
Rivers to Ida Willert, who died at the Shoto home in 1947.  After their 
marriage the family operated farms in the towns of Kossuth and Manitowoc.
Surviving Mr. Albrecht are three daughters, two sisters, Mrs. Ben Torrison 
of Waukesha and Mrs. Emil Lutz of Manitowoc; three brothers Arthur of 
Manitowoc and Conrad and Emil Albrecht of Waukesha and a step-brother, 
David Schurr of Rt. 2, Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 p.m. Tuesday until the time of 
services. 
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Monday, January 11, 1954                
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)


IDA L. ALBRECHT

Mrs. Herman Albrecht, 71, of Shoto, died at Holy Family hospital this morning 
after an illness of six months. She entered the hospital Sunday.
Funeral services will be held at ? p.m. Thursday at the Klein and Stangel, Inc., 
funeral home in Two Rivers. Burial will be in the Forestview (sic) cemetery in 
Two rivers.
She was born Ida Willert in the town of Two Rivers in 1875. She was married to 
Herman Albrecht in 1906. The couple farmed in Kossuth and Mishicot for 16 years 
before retiring to Shoto 10 years ago.
Mrs. Albrecht is survived by her husband; three daughters, Mrs. Edward Schmidt 
of route 2, Manitowoc, Mrs. Frank Hobson of Ludington, Mich., and Mrs. Arthur 
Butler of Waukesha; a sister, Mrs. Nora Bishop of Shoto; and seven grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home from 7 p.m. 
today until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 27, 1947 P.2


JUDY BELLE ALLEN

Funeral services for Judy Belle, six-weeks old daughter of Harold and Evelyn 
Schreiber Allen of 1404-16th St., Two Rivers, who died Monday at her home, 
were held at ?:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Interment was in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Besides her parents she leaves a sister, Gloria Jane, and a brother, Le Roy 
Allen, at home; paternal grandfather, Alexander Allen, of Boston, Mass., and 
maternal grandmother, Mrs. Anna Schreiber, of Horicon, Wis.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 25, 1956 P. 13
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(Note: Her marker is here in Forest View cemetery)


ALAN ANDERSON

Alan Anderson, 32, of 4310 Lowell St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday afternoon 
as the result of a diving accident off the coast of Mexico.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Richard Bidwell will officiate and burial will be in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Anderson was born Jan. 1, 1947, at Two Rivers, son of Paul and Mattie Lou 
Cochenet Anderson. He attended Koenig Grade School and Washington High School, 
graduating with the Class of 1965. He married Heather Goulton Oct. 3, 1971, in 
England, and was employed as a diver for Taylor Diving and Salvage Company of New 
Orleans, La.
Survivors include his wife, two daughters, Debra and Paula at home; his father, 
Paul Anderson of Two Rivers; his mother and step-father, Mr. and Mrs. Tony Chomczyk 
of Two Rivers and a sister, Mrs. Pam Streu of Sheboygan.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday.
Herald Times Reporter, August 16, 1979 P. 3
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ALAN ANDERSON
Two Rivers man dies attempting to cap oil well
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas-A former Two Rivers man was fatally injured Wednesday 
afternoon while on a diving expedition for a Louisiana firm attempting to cap 
the runaway oil well in the Gulf of Mexico.
Alan Anderson, 22, of 4310 Lowell St., an employee of the Taylor Diving and 
Salvage Co. of Belle Chasse, LA was killed during a dive while attempting to 
cap the well.
John Vail, manager of operations for the diving and salvage firm, said, when 
contacted today by The Herald-Times-Reporter, that the accident is under 
investigation. No other details were released relative to the incident. He had 
been employed by the firm for 13 years.
Anderson, the son of Paul and Matie Lou Cochenet Anderson, was a 1965 graduate 
of Washington High School.
He married Heather Goulton on Oct. 3, 1971. She survives along with two daughters, 
Debra, 11, and Paula, 7, in addition to his father, Paul Anderson, his mother and 
step-father, (Continued on page 2)
Two Rivers (Continued from page 1)
Mr. and Mrs. Tony Chomczyk, all of Two Rivers, and a sister, Mrs. Pam Streu of 
Sheboygan.
Funeral services will be Saturday.
Meanwhile, thick swaths of runaway Mexican crude oil coated nearly three miles of 
glistening resort beaches on South Padre Island early today, and officials say t
ourism is down 30 percent.
Coast Guard Lt. Cmdr. Jim Paskewich said late Wednesday night that the brownish-
black goo was washing up on the white sand beaches just north of a plush strip of 
hotels and condominiums.
The three-foot-wide ribbon stretched about 2-12 miles up a drive-on each used for 
camping, swimming and fishing.
"It appears right now that it will be north of the hotel beaches, but it will be 
close to them. It will be very noticeable, that is for sure." Said Paskewich, a 
leader of the government task force trying to defend against history's worst oil 
spill.
Paskewich said clean-up crews would begin removing the oil shortly after daybreak.
Almost 10 miles of tourist beaches along the northern end of the scenic 100-mile-
long island were hit Tuesday and Wednesday by the sticky mess from 500 miles south 
in the Bay of Campeche, where the Mexican offshore oil well Ixtoc I blew out June 3.
South Padre Island, the highlight of the South Texas coast for tourists, had escaped 
most of the oil before Wednesday night, receiving only scattered small tar balls and 
two larger globs.
South Padre hotel owners were meeting Wednesday night in nearby Harlingen to discuss 
the 30 percent decrease in business they said is due largely to the oil threat and 
subsequent national publicity.
Meanwhile, mammoth patches of oil continued to loom only a few miles off shore. 
Reconnaissance flights late Wednesday showed the ribbon of oil stretched 60 minutes 
north of the southern tip of Padre Island.
Scientist John Robinson said thousands of square miles of the Gulf of Mexico south 
of Texas are covered by the oil and warned that the situation in Texas could get much 
worse.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 16, 1979  P. 2


ALVIN R. ANDERSON

Alvin Ronald Anderson, 35, first assistant keeper at the Twin River Point light, 
north of Two Rivers, for the last eight years, died at 11:30 o'clock this morning 
after suffering a heart attack.
Mr. Anderson had the last watch Monday night. This morning he was taken ill while 
shoveling snow but after resting felt better and started work at another job. He 
was taken ill again and death occurred within a few minutes.
The body was taken to the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home at Two Rivers. Funeral 
arrangements has not been completed this afternoon awaiting word from relatives.
Mr. Anderson was born Dec. 17, 1905 at Iron Mountain, Mich. He served five years in 
the United States Coast Guard, being stationed at Plum Island in 1926 and later at 
Muskegon, Mich., and Kewaunee. Ten years ago he entered the lighthouse service and 
for two years was stationed at Little Point Sable, Mich., prior to being assigned 
to Twin River Point.
On Oct. 6, 1928, Mr. Anderson married Miss Evelyn Kott of Alaska, Wis., at Kewaunee. 
She survives with one son, Ronald, one daughter, Nancy; two brothers, William of 
Sheboygan and Clarence, keeper of Pilot Island light off the tip of Door county; and 
one sister, Mrs. Hattie Larsen of Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, March 4, 1941 P. 2
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Funeral services for Alvin R. Anderson, 35, first assistant keeper at Twin River 
Point lighthouse who died Monday morning following a heart attack, will be held 
at Two Rivers Friday afternoon.
The rites will be held from the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home at 2 o'clock 
with the Rev. F.E. Schlueter of Emanuel Evangelical church officiating. Interment 
will be made in Forest View cemetery.
Fellow members of the lighthouse service will act as pallbearers.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the time of the services Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 5, 1941 P.2


ARTHUR W. ANDERSON

Arthur W. Anderson, 73, of 1005 Webster St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday 
morning enroute from his home to Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. John Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard Weber officiating. Burial 
will be in Forest View Cemetery.
Mr. Anderson was born at Manistee, Mich., Sept. 13, 1898, son of the late 
John and Anna Swanson Anderson. He attended Manistee parochial school and 
sailed for a number of years on Great Lakes freighters. He married Hattie 
Radtke at Manistee Dec. 21, 1920, after which time the couple moved to Two 
Rivers. She preceded him in death in 1957. He was a longtime employe of the 
Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, retiring in 1962.
Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Francis (Ruth) Lodl, Mrs. John (Dorothy) 
Cigler and Mrs. Gail Stoer of Two Rivers, Mrs. George (Arlene) Fairley of 
Wheeling, W. Va., and Mrs. Richard (Louis) Juul of Oconomowoc; three sons, 
David and James of Two Rivers and Jerome of Laona; four sisters, Mrs. Mae 
Nasstrom of Pontiac, Mich., and Mrs. Alice Gehrke, Mrs. Arnold Hansen and 
Mrs. Myrtle Carlson of Manistee, 15 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 3 to 
9 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 10, 1972
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(b. 13 Sep 1898/d. Feb 1972 SSDI)


DAVID L. ANDERSON

David Anderson, 61, of 1005 Webster St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening, 
June 29, at Veterans Hospital, Wood, Wis.
Private family funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin 
Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelzer will officiate and burial 
will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Anderson was born June 15, 1922, at Two Rivers, son of the late Arthur and 
attie (sic) Radtke Anderson. He attended St. John Parochial School and Washington 
High School, graduating with the class of 1940. He was a quartermaster in the 
United States Navy during Worll (sic) War II, retiring in 1965. He later was 
employed at Manitowoc Engineering Company for a number of years.
Survivors include two brothers, James of Two Rivers, and Jerome of Green Bay, 
five sisters and four brothers-in-law, Ruth and Francis Lodl, Dorothy and John 
Cigler, and Mrs. Gail Storer of Two Rivers, Arlene and Dr. George Fairley of 
Wheeling, West Virginia, and Lois and Richard Juul of Oconomowoc, and a number 
of nieces and nephews.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home.
Herald Times Reporter, June 30, 1983 P. 3


DONALD D. ANDERSON

Donald Anderson of 2725-31st St., Two Rivers, died Sunday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at United Methodist Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Melvin Henrichs will officiate with Burial in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Anderson was born at Clifford, N.D., son of the late William I. and Ida 
Larson Anderson. He served in the U.S. Army in World War II. He married Harriet 
Frisbie June 12, 1947, at Casselton, N.D., moving to Two Rivers in 1971. Mr. 
Anderson worked for Red Owl Corp. for 23 years and was a member of Manitowoc 
County Camera Club.
Survivors include his wife, Harriet, two son, Richard D. and Dennis M., of 
Minneapolis, Minn.; two brothers, Lloyd Anderson and William I. Anderson Jr., 
of Fargo. N.D., and a sister, Mrs. Charles Brandt, of St. Paul, Minn.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers after 6 
o'clock this Monday evening and at the church after 11 a.m. Tuesday until the 
time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, January 31, 1977 P. 3
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(22 Aug 1922/Jan 1977/SSDI)


EVELYN ANDERSON HYNEK

Evelyn E. Hynek, age 85, of 3215 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers, died Friday, March 26, 
1993, at her residence.
Private Family Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 28, 1993, at the 
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel. The Rev. Isidro Carrera will officiate with burial 
in Forest View Cemetery.
She was born July 8, 1907, in Pierce County, daughter of the late Frank and Mary 
Stepanek Kott. She married Alvin R. Anderson on October 4, 1928, in Kewaunee. He 
preceded her in death March 1941. She later married Emil F. Hynek on June 15, 1951 
in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in April of 1976. Mrs. Hynek was a long 
time employee at the Schwartz Manufacturing Company in Two Rivers retiring in 
1972.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Alvin (Andy) R. and Nancy Anderson, 
Manitowoc; two grandsons, Gregory Anderson and Gunnar Chambers; two nephews also 
survive. She was preceded in death by one daughter Nancy Chambers, one sister and 
one brother.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel after 2 p.m. on Sunday until 
the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, March 27, 1993 P. A2


HARRIET I. ANDERSON

Harriet I. Anderson, age 80, formerly of Two Rivers and a resident of North 
Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc, died March 22, 2003 at 
Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held at noon, Friday, 
April 4, 2003 at Emanuel United Methodist Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the 
service will be the Rev. Roberta Thomson with burial at Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Harriet was born Dec. 10, 1922 in Kenmare, N.D., one of two daughters of the late 
Rev. John and Elnetta (Bethel) Frisbie. She graduated from Hettinger, N.D. High 
School and attended American University in Washington, D.C., until the outbreak 
of World War II, when she joined the Defense Department becoming a personal 
secretary to Gen. George C. Marshall. After the war, Harriett returned to North 
Dakota where on June 12, 1947 she married Donald D. Anderson in Casselton, N.D. 
Don was an Army Staff Sergeant who had served in Italy and North Africa. Don was 
in the grocery business and the couple lived in North Dakota until 1960 when they 
moved to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. In 1971 they moved to Two Rivers. Don 
preceded her in death on Jan. 30, 1977.
Harriet worked for 29 years for Brown County Publishing Co., Denmark, helping to 
found the Two Rivers Shopper and the Manitowoc Laker, which later were combined 
to form the Lakeshore Chronicle. Harriet was a member of Emanuel united Methodist 
Church, Two Rivers. She was active in the Manitowoc-Two Rivers Business and 
Professional Women and Zonta Club of Green Bay, which in 2000 honored her with 
its Achievement Award. She also was active in many community organizations.
Harriet is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Richard D. and Patti Anderson, 
Eveleth, Minn.; Dennis M. and Janice Anderson, Houlton, Wis.; four grandchildren, 
Brian and Katie Anderson and Trevor and Cole Anderson. In addition to her parents 
and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Dorothy Lowry. The family 
will greet relatives and friends at Emanuel United Methodist Church, Two Rivers on 
Friday, April 4, 2003 from 10 am until the time of service at noon. The family has 
requested that any memorials be made to Emanuel United Methodist Church, 1218 
Madison St., Two Rivers, WI, 54241. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home & Cremation 
Care Center, Two Rivers, is assisting the Anderson family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 27, 2003


HATTIE ANDERSON

Mrs. Arthur W. Anderson, 57, of 1005 Webster St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly 
of a heart atack (sic) at her home early Thursday night.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John Evan.(sic) Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. W.G. Hasse officiating. Burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Anderson, nee Hattie Radtke, was born at Onekama, Mich., a daughter of the 
late Ludwig and Wilhemina Lietke Radtke. She attended the Lutheran parochial 
school there and on Dec. 27, 1920, she was married at Manistee, Mich., to Arthur 
Anderson. In 1922 the family came to Two Rivers where Mrs. Radtke (sic) had 
resided since.
Besides her husband she leaves her stepmother, Mrs. Laura Radtke of Onekama; five 
daughters, Mrs. Francis Lodl and Mrs. John Cigler of Two Rivers, Mrs. Richard Just 
of Milwaukee and the Misses Arlene and Gail Anderson at home; three sons, David 
with the Naval recruiting service at Detroit, Mich., and James and Jerome at home; 
two sister, Mrs. Bertha Dietz of Milwaukee and Miss Mollie Radtke of Brooklyn, 
N.Y.; two brothers, Emil Radtke of Two Rivers, and Edward Radtke of Onekama; four 
half sisters, Miss Luella Radtke of Oconomowoc, Wis., Mrs. Howard Anderson of 
Muskegon, Mich., Mrs. John Pilzak of Traverse City, Mich.; three half-brothers, 
Herbert Radtke of Milwaukee, Ervin Radtke of South Milwaukee, and Theodore Radtke 
of Crivitz, Wis., and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. 
Sunday until 10 a.m. Monday when the casket will be taken to the church where the 
body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 3, 1957 P.13


PAUL G. ANDERSON

Paul G. Andersen, 67, of 1720 14th St., Two Rivers, died Friday, 
September 22, 1989 at his residence. Funeral services were held and 
burial was in Forest View Cemetery.
Mr. Anderson was born March 16, 1922 at Richford, New York, son of 
the late Hjalmar and Axeline Young Andersen. He served in the Navy 
in World War II as a Chief Torpedomen's mate. Mr. Anderson was awarded 
the Victory Medal, American Theatre Medal, Good Conduct Medal, American 
Defense Medal with 1 star, Asiatic Pacific Medal with 1 Star and 
Submarine Combat Insignia with 4 Stars.
Survivors include a daughter, pam Poindexter of Marietta, Georgia; three 
brothers, Harry, William and Harvey Andersen of New York; two sisters, 
Florence Andersen and Alice Klock of New York and three granddaughters. 
He was presented in death by a brother. Memorials may be made to the 
Humane Society. Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted 
the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Sept. 27, 1989 page B6


DEAN C. ANDREWS

Dean C. Andrews, age 58, a lifelong resident of Two Rivers, 
currently a resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, died 
Thursday night, Feb. 22, 2007, at the Aurora Medical Center, 
Two Rivers, surrounded by his loving family. 
Dean was born Sept. 1, 1948, in Two Rivers, son of Ethel 
(Clayton) Andrews, and the late Darwin Andrews, Sr. He 
attended Two Rivers Public Schools and was a 1966 graduate 
of Washington High School, Two Rivers. Dean was a firefighter 
for the City of Two Rivers for 30 years, retiring in 2001 as 
assistant chief. In 1999, Dean was honored as "firefighter 
of the year." He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed the 
outdoors, hunting, fishing, golfing, camping, and was a member 
of several sportsman's clubs. On July 13, 1993, Dean was 
united in marriage to the former Holly Hofmann in Two Rivers. 
He is survived by his loving wife: Holly; his mother: Ethel 
Andrews of Two Rivers; his children: Deena and Ty Trimberger 
of Peshtigo; Jennifer and Matt Payette of Francis Creek; Joshua 
Andrews of Green Bay; Cory and Erin Jansky of Hartford; Jennifer 
(Jansky) Quistorf of Two Rivers; seven grandchildren: Hailey, 
Bryce, Carson, Reece, Paytra, Cole, and Bella; two brothers 
and sisters-in-law: Andy and Mary Andrews, Two Rivers, Craig 
and Mary Andrews, Denmark; two sisters and brothers-in-law: 
Dawn and Jim Doubek, Kay and Bob Prucha, all of Two Rivers. 
He is further survived by three sisters-in-law and a brother-
in-law: Kay Hofmann, Donna Schlei, Karen Hofmann, and Gordon 
Braun; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many 
friends.
He was preceded in death by his father: Darwin Andrews, Sr.; 
father-in-law and mother-in-law: Walter and Marie Hofmann, Sr.; 
and twin granddaughters: Hannah and Olivia Jansky. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Deja & Martin 
Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St. Two Rivers, from 4 to 8 p.m. 
Monday evening, Feb. 26, 2007. According to Dean's wishes, there 
will be no funeral service held. Private burial will take place 
in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Memorials may be made to the donor's choice. Deja & Martin 
Funeral Chapels is assisting the Andrews family with funeral 
arrangements. 
Dean's family would like to extend a special Thank You to the 
many doctors and caring staff of the Aurora Medical Group, and 
to the entire staff of the Hamilton Memorial Home for the many 
years of compassionate care given to Dean. Special thanks also 
to his extended family - the Two Rivers Firefighters. 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 24, 2007 


HERMAN A. ANKLAM

Herman A. Anklam, 63, died Saturday afternoon at his home, 2019 14th street, 
Two Rivers, after a long illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Klein and Stangel, 
Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers and at 2 o'clock at the St. Johns Lutheran 
church.
He was born in Waupaca county in 1881 and worked on a farm in his early life. 
He married Miss Ida Hoernke in 1907. In 1918 they moved to Two Rivers where 
Mr. Anklam was employed by the Aluminum Goods company until taken ill. He 
retired in 1935. His wife preceded him in death 12 years ago.
Surviving Mr. Anklam are a daughter, Mrs. Harold Menges, and a son, George, 
both of Two Rivers. He also leaves two sisters, Mrs. Charles Oestreich of 
Oshkosh and Mrs. William Peters of Fremont, Wis., a brother, Otto Anklam of 
Big Falls, Wis., and two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 18, 1944 P. 2


IDA ANKLAM

MRS. ANKLAM DEATH SUNDAY
Funeral Services Are To Be Held On Wednesday
Mrs. Herman Anklam, 2019 Fourteenth street, died at the Municipal hospital at 
2:50 yesterday afternoon. Death was due to complications which set in after an 
operation.
Mrs. Anklam, nee Ida Hoernke, was born in the town of Herman in Shawano county 
on October 32, 1885. On May 8, 1907 she was married to Herman Anklam. They lived 
in Shawano for three years and then moved to Clintonville where they resided for 
nine years. After leaving Clintonville the couple with their family moved to 
this city where they have resided since.
Besides her 93 year old mother, Mrs. Wilhelmina Hoernke, she is survived by her 
husband, two children, two sisters and four brothers. The children are George of 
this city and Irene at home. The sisters are Mrs. Henry Schuster of Shawano and 
Mrs. Charles Hess of the town of Herman. The brothers are Albert, Charles, 
William, and Fred all of the town of Herman.
The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:40 from the home on fourteenth 
street and at 2 o'clock from the St. John's Lutheran church. The Rev. W.G. Haase 
will officiate. Burial will be at Forest View cemetery. The body will be moved to 
the home from the Beduhn and Goetz funeral home tomorrow afternoon at 3 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 12, 1932 P. 11


EDITH G. ARIENS

Mrs. Edith G. Ariens, 87, of 2316-13th St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday at Hamilton 
Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at United Methodist Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Melvin Henrichs will officiate and burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Ariens, nee Edith Rhodes, was born Aug. 18, 1892, at Toledo, Ill., daughter 
of the late Samuel and Eliza Bloxom Rhodes. She was married to Ira R. Ariens 
Dec. 17, 1919, at Lerna, Ill., moving to Two Rivers in 1920. She was a member of 
Two Rivers Senior Citizens and Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary. Mr. Ariens 
preceded her in death Oct. 1, 1954.
Survivors include three sons, Virgil C., Ira and Millard of Two Rivers, a daughter, 
Mrs. Thomas (Eileen) Korkas of Milwaukee, six grandchildren and three great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
6 o'clock this Wednesday evening and at the church from noon Thursday until 
the time of service. A Senior Citizen memorial service will be 6:30 o'clock 
Wednesday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, December 26, 1979 P. 3
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(18 Aug. 1892/Dec. 1979/SSDI)


IRA R. ARIENS

Ira R. Ariens, 59, 3316 13th St., Two Rivers, an employe of Plant No. 4 of the 
Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Company, Two Rivers, for nearly 35 years, died 
unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home shortly after midnight Friday.
Ariens, who had been in fair health, and had worked on Friday, was stricken about 
11:30 p.m. Friday. He died soon after the family physician was called.
Funeral service were set tentatively for 2 p.m. Tuesday at Emanuel Evangelical 
United Brethren Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. J.J. Roehrdanz officiating. Interment 
will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born at Montrose, Ill., on May 2, 1895, a son of the late Charles A. and 
Amanda Bland Ariens, former residents of Two Rivers. Several years later the 
family moved to Toledo, Ill., where Ira Ariens attended the high school there. 
He later entered the Dodge Institute of Railroad Telegraphy, taking a coaurse in 
accounting. After serving 22 months in the Medical Corps, U.S. Army in World War I, 
he worked as a billing clerk for the Illinois Central Railroad at Peoria, Ill. He 
married Edith Gertrude Rhodes at Lerna, Ill, in 1919 and in November of that year 
the couple came to Two Rivers. Since that time he had been employed in the shipping 
room of Plant No. 4 of the Aluminum Goods firm and for a number of years up to his 
death was an assistant foreman.
Mr. Ariens was a member of the Robert E. Burns Post 165, American Legion, Two Rivers, 
and also of the "25-Year Club" of the Aluminum Goods Company.
Besides his wife, Mr. Ariens leaves a daughter, Mrs. Eileen Korkus of Milwaukee, 
three sons, Capt. Virgil Ariens, commanding officer of Battery D, Wisconsin National 
guard, Two Rivers; Ira Ariens Jr., and Millard, serving in the Navy aboard a ship of 
the Atlantic fleet. He also leaves two brothers, Clint of Toledo, Ill., and Erton C. 
Ariens of Hot Springs, Ark. There are two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 7 p.m. 
Monday until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, October 2, 1954 P. 13
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(The following is his son's obituary):
Virgil C. Ariens, age 76, of 1523 16th St., Two Rivers, died Monday morning, 
February 3, 1997, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital.
He was born October 3, 1920, in Two Rivers, son of the late Ira and Edith Rhodes 
Ariens. He served in the United States Army Air Force from 1942 to 1946. He 
married the former Beth Friske and she preceded him in death 25 years ago. Virgil 
also operated the Stop and Dock Marina in Two Rivers for many years.
Survivors include a sister and brother-in-law, Eileen and Tom Korkos, Grand Island, 
Fla.; two brothers, Ira and Millard Ariens, both of Two Rivers; nieces, nephews, 
other relatives, and friends also survive.
In accordance with Virgil's wishes there will be no service.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home assisted the family.
Herald Times Reporter, February 4, 1997 P. A2


HENRY ARNDT

Henry Arndt, 78, of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, died early Friday morning, 
January 25, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Arndt was born December 6, 1906, at Gillette, Wisconsin, son of the late John 
and Frances Arndt. He married the former Anastacia Freiburger on April 21, 1948 
at Milwaukee. Mr. Arndt was a lumber jack in Northern Wisconsin and a Black Smith 
in Gillette for many years before retiring in 1980.
Survivors include his wife, Anastacia; a son and a daughter-in-law, John and Ruth 
Arndt of Two Rivers; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Annie and Adolph Paholke of 
Gillette, Wisconsin and Mrs. Mollie Depner of Oconto Falls; four grandchidlren and 
nieces and nephews also survived. He was preceded in death by a brother, William 
Arndt and a brother-in-law, Emil Depner.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 5 p.m. 
to 7 p.m. Sunday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, January 26, 1985 P. 3
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[bur. 01-29-1985/age 78 yrs.]
(6 Dec 1906/Jan 1985/SSDI)


HERBERT ASCHENBRENNER

Herbert Aschenbrenner, 65, of 1618-17th St., Two Rivers, retired Melnik farmer, 
died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital early Tuesday morning following a coronary 
attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Aschenbrenner was born at Manitowoc July 2, 1897, son of the late Anton and 
Monica Brandl Aschenbrenner. When he was a child the family brought him to a farm 
near Shoto where he attneded the district school. He married the former Meta Rahn 
at Two Rivers Oct. 26, 1935, after which the couple resided at Two Rivers for two 
years and then took over the operation of a farm at Melnik. Eight years ago the 
family moved to Two Rivers where Mr. Aschenbrenner had been employed since at 
Eggers Plywood co.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter (Private); two sisters, Mrs. Fred Braun and 
Miss Teresa Aschenbrenner of Two Rivers; four brothers, Louis of Receda, Calif., 
and Anton, John and Peter of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 10, 1962 P.11


META ASCHENBRENNER

Meta C. Aschenbrenner, age 87, formerly of Manitowoc, died Sunday, Dec. 8, 1991 
at Portage County Health Care Center, Stevens Point. Funeral services will be 
held at 1:30 pm Wednesday at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers 
with Rev. Edward Stelter officiating. Burial will follow in Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
She was born April 2, 1904 in the Town of Two Rivers, daughter of the late Henry 
and Emma Stueck Rahn. She attended schools in the Town of Two Rivers. Meta was 
married to Louis Stuerwald in 1928 at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1931. 
She was then married to Herbert Aschenbrenner in 1935 at St. John's Lutheran 
Church in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death July 10, 1962.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Alice (Harlin) Jorgensen of Rosholt, 
Wis., and one sister, Mrs. Elda (Francis) Miller of Manitowoc. She was preceded 
in death by her husband, two sisters and one brother. Friends may call at the Deja 
and Martin Funeral Chapels from 5:00 until 8:00 pm this Tuesday evening and after 
12:00 noon Wednesday at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Dec. 10, 1991 page B6


ETHEL M. AULIK

Ethel M. Aulik, age 93, of 555 S. Main St., Mishicot, died unexpectedly on 
Wednesday afternoon, March 17, 2010.
Ethel was born March 9, 1917, in Two Creeks, a daughter of the late Albert 
and Tillie (Mathiesen) Schroeder, and attended the Lakeview School in Two 
Creeks. She married George Aulik on October 4, 1939, at St. Mary's Catholic 
Church in Tisch Mills. The Rev. John Raus officiated at the ceremony. 
Together, the couple farmed in the town of Two Creeks for many years. Ethel 
also enjoyed doing craft work, and attended many craft shows over the years. 
She was an excellent cook; she enjoyed growing roses and gardening; and loved 
animals. Ethel and George also enjoyed Polka Dancing.
Survivors include her husband: George Aulik of Mishicot; two sons and 
daughters-in-law: Bob and Bev Aulik, Ft. Atkinson, Wayne and Kathy Aulik, 
Manitowoc; four grandchildren: Maria (Dorian) Kruse, Michelle (James) Springer, 
Justin Aulik and special friend Katie, and Quintin Aulik; and three great-
grandchildren: (private). She is further survived by two sisters-in-law: 
Mayme Schroeder, Manitowoc, and Lucille Augustine, Two Rivers; many nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, she was 
preceded in death by a brother: Art Schroeder; and three sisters: Margaret 
(Raymond) Wilson, Viola (Ben) Hanstedt, and Grace (Roy) Schmidt.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at 
the Lambert - Eckert Funeral Home, 344 S. State St., Mishicot. Deacon Paul 
Kiefer will officiate at the service, with burial to follow in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home Saturday morning from 
9 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30 a.m.
The Aulik family would like to extend a special thank you to (private) and 
the staff of Homecare Health Services & Hospice for the excellent care and 
love given to Ethel.
Herald Times Reporter, March 19, 2010


GEORGE L. AULIK

George L. Aulik, age 96, of 555 S. Main St., Mishicot, entered into eternal 
life on Monday, May 17, 2010, at his residence.
George was born April 5, 1914, in Antigo, Wis., to the late Joseph and Betsy 
Zima Aulik, and has been a longtime area resident. He married the former Ethel 
M. Schroeder Oct. 4, 1939, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Tisch Mills where 
Fr. John Raus officiated at the ceremony. The couple celebrated 70 years of 
marriage last year. She preceded him in death on March 17, 2010. He and Ethel 
farmed in the town of Two Creeks for many years, and he was also employed by 
the Kornely Dairy as a truck driver. 
George excelled in his driving skills. He an Ethel enjoyed polka dancing. George 
also liked to garden and was an avid card player.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law: Bob and Bev Aulik, of Fort 
Atkinson, Wis., Wayne and Kathy Aulik, of Manitowoc; four grandchildren: Maria 
(Dorian) Kruse, Michelle (James) Springer, Justin Aulik and his special friend, 
Katie, Quintin Aulik; three great-grandchildren: (private). He is further 
survived by one sister: Lucille Augustine, of Two Rivers; one brother-in-law: 
Frank Siebold, of Tisch Mills; and by his nieces and nephews. In addition to his 
parents and his wife, he was also preceded in death by two sisters: Lillian 
Siebold and Mayme Kunesh.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 22, 2010, at the 
Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home, 344 S. State St., Mishicot, with the Reverend Paul 
Paider officiating with burial to follow in the Forest View Cemetery in Two 
Rivers. Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral 
home, until the time of service at 10 a.m. There will be no Friday evening 
visitation.
The Aulik family would like to extend a special thank you to (private) and the 
entire staff of Homecare Health Services & Hospice for the excellent care and 
love given to George during his illness.
Herald Times Reporter, May 18, 2010


ARCHIE AVERY

Archie Avery, 58, saw-filer for the Hamilton Manufacturing company at Two 
Rivers for the past 75 years, died Tuesday evening at the municipal hospital 
in that city where he had been a patient for several months.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon from the Klein & Stangel, Inc., 
funeral home, at 2 o'clock with the Rev. T. A. Hawkes of Grace Congregational 
church officiating. Interment will be in Forest View cemetery;
Mr. Avery was born in Manawa, Wis., May 19, 1880. He began working in lumber 
camps as a young man and soon became an expert saw-filer. He worked at this 
trade in lumber camps in the northern part of the state until 15 years ago 
when he moved to Two Rivers and followed his trade at the Hamilton plant.
On April 15, 1903 he married Miss Ernestine Grosso. She died last summer.
Survivors are four sons, Virgil and Earl of Two Rivers and Donald and Loren 
of Manitowoc; one daughter, Mrs. Doris Harmon, Two Rivers; two brothers, Earl 
of New London and Bert of Two Rivers; one sister, Mrs. Bessie Lindsay, Manawa; 
and seven grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 19, 1939  P.2


EARL WILLARD AVERY

Card of Thanks
We deeply appreciated and shall long remember the kindness and sympathy shown 
us by friends, relatives and neighbors in the sad loss of our dear husband, 
father, grandfather and brother, Mr. Earl W. Avery. We are especially grateful 
to the Rev. Karl Kock, the soloist, the organist of Emanuel United Methodist 
Church, Two Rivers, the pallbearers, donors and drivers of cars, the ladies who 
served the lunch, and any others who assisted us in any way. All contributed to 
a lightening of our burden of sorrow.
Family of Mr. Earl W. Avery
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Dec. 1, 1967 page 16


ERNESTINE AVERY

Mrs. Archie Avery, 54, of 2009 Lincoln avenue, Two Rivers, died Thursday at 
the municipal hospital there where she had been a patient for the past five 
weeks. She had been in ill health for a long time.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon from the Klein and Stangel, Inc., 
funeral home at Two Rivers. The Rev. W. G. Haase will conduct the services at 
2 o'clock. Interment will be in Forest View cemetery.
Mrs. Avery, nee Ernestina Grosse, was born in New London, Wis., on Nov. 3, 1884. 
Thirty-five years ago she married Archie Avery in Manawa and the couple resided 
there for some years. After that they lived at Nashville, Jeffries and Antigo. 
They have resided at Two Rivers for the last 15 years.
Mr. Avery has been in the hospital for about the same length of time as Mrs. 
Avery and is still a patient there. 
Survivors besides the widower are one daughter, Mrs. Lawrence Harmon, Two Rivers; 
four sons, Virgil and Earl of Two Rivers, and Donald and Loren of Manitowoc; one 
sister, Mrs. Amelia Stern, New London; and seven grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home Saturday and 
up until the time of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 28, 1938  P.2


LORETTA AVERY

Loretta Avery, age 79, of 1019 34th St., Two Rivers, died Sunday, 
January 23, 1994, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 26, 1994, 
the Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Isidro 
Carrera will officiate with burial at Forest View Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
She was born November 14, 1914, in the town of Gibson, daughter of 
the late Willard and Anna Chaloupka Mott Sr. She married Earl W. 
Avery, November 1, 1935, in Manitowoc county. He preceded her in 
death November 26, 1967. She was employed at Fischer Hamilton 
Scientific Industries for 26 years, retiring in 1976. She was a 
member of the Emmanuel United Methodist Church.
Survivors include three sons and two daughters-in-law, Allan K. and 
Delores Avery, Two Rivers, Arland E. Avery, town of Two Creeks, 
Gene L. and Val Avery, Two Rivers; two daughters and a son-in-law, 
Sharon Jacobs, Elk River, Minn., Yvonne and Mike Thuss, Two Rivers; 
three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Omar Mott, Two Rivers, 
Eugene and Edith Mott, Crivitz, Stanley and Shirley Mott, Two Rivers; 
three sisters and brothers-in-law, Joyce and Amand Marcelle, Two 
Rivers, Eunice and August Stueck, Two Rivers, Carol and Jack Gilbert, 
Mishicot; 19 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; 6 step great 
grandchildren, niece, nepehws, other relatives and friends also 
survive. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, nine 
brothers, Willard (Pat) Jr., George, Russel, Milton, Raymond, Sidney, 
Melvin, Harvey, and Marvin Mott, one sister, LaVern.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. 
Tuesday and from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the church on 
Wednesday.
Herald Times Reporter, January 24, 1994 P. A2
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(15 Nov 1914/23 Jan 1994 /SSDI)


LORRAINE MARIE AVERY

Infant Daughter Dies At Earl Avery Home 
TWO RIVERS (special) Lorraine Marie, 3 months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Earl Avery, 2110 E. River street, died at the Municipal hospital at 7:30 
Sunday night following an illness of one day. Funeral services will be held 
Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Klein and Stangel, Inc., chapel, with 
the Rev. T.A. Hawkes officiating. Interment will be in Forest View cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 27, 1936  P.9 


GEORGE BABICH

George J. Babich, age 76, formerly of 2515 16th St., Two Rivers, currently 
residing at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, died Tuesday morning, December 9, 
1997, at the center.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, December 12, 1997, at Deja 
and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. Rev. William O'Brien will officiate at 
the service with burial to follow at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. Military 
Graveside Rites will be accorded.
George was born December 20, 1920, in Two Rivers, son of the late Frank and Rose 
Gerlach Babich. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and Vocational School in 
Two Rivers. George entered the United States Air Force on June 3, 1942, and served 
in Germany and France during World II. He was discharged on October 23, 1945, as 
a Sargeant (sic). On June 29, 1946, he married Hazel Zinn in Two Rivers. She 
preceded him in death December 27, 1986. He was employed for a number of years 
with the Two Rivers School System and later with the Manitowoc Company retiring 
in 1983. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post #1248, and enjoyed gardening and 
listening to music.
Survivors include four sons and a daughter-in-law, Thomas C. Babich Sr., Manitowoc, 
John M. Babich, Baileys Harbor, Steven W. and Elaine Babich, Santa Maria, Calif., 
Gary Lee Babich, Pardeeville, Wis.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Jeanne E. and 
Jerry Krueger, and Cheryl M. and Jeffery Krueger, all of Manitowoc; 16 grandchildren, 
four great-grandchildren;; one brother and sister-in-law, Frank and Eva Babich, 
Downers Grove, Ill.; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Agnes Niesing and 
Delores (Don) Carlson, all of Manitowoc, Carol (Charles) Spooner, Minneapolis, Minn.; 
one brother-in-law, John (Wilma) Zinn, Two Rivers; one sister-in-law, Grace Babich, 
Arizona. Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by one son-in-law, Jeff Landt; 
and by one brother, Andrew.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, after 12 noon on 
Friday until the time of service at 1:30 p.m. There will be no Thursday evening 
visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, December 120, 1997 P. A2
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(Dec. 20, 1920/Dec. 9, 1997/SSDI)


HAZEL E. BABICH

Mrs. George Babich, 66, of 2515 16th St., Two Rivers, died Saturday morning, 
December 27, 1986 at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 
2 pm Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. 
David Scherbarth will officiate and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. Babich, nee Hazel Zinn, was born January 22, 1920 at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late Peter and Alma Frenz Zinn. She attended St. John Parochial School 
and Washington High School. Mrs. Babich was employed at Paragon Electric Company 
for a number of years. She was married to George Babich, June 29, 1946 at Two 
Rivers.
Survivors include her husband; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Thomas C. 
and Joy of Manitowoc, John M. and Lisa of Sister Bay, Steven W. and Elaine of 
Santa Maria, California and Gary Lee of Pardeeville, Wisconsin; two daughters 
and sons-in-law, Jeanne E. and Jerry Krueger and Cheryl M. and Jeffrey Krueger 
all of Manitowoc; a brother, John Zinn of Two Rivers; four sisters, Mrs. Dora 
Seefeldt, Mrs. Geraldine Lietzke, Mrs. Hortense Christiansen and Mrs. Martin 
(Wilma) Busse of Two Rivers and 14 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 
two brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm 
this Monday and after noon Tuesday at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Dec. 29, 1986 page 18
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[bur. 12-30-1986/age 66 yrs.] 
(22 Jan 1920/Dec 1986/SSDI)


CATHERINE BAETZ

Mrs. Catherine Baetz, 67, of 1623-16th St., Two Rivers, died early Thursday 
morning at Two Rivers Community Hospital, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be at 12 noon Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate with burial in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Baetz, nee Catherine Becherer, was born Oct. 24, 1907, at St. Louis, Mo., 
daughter of the late Francis and Mary Canty Becherer. She was married to Atty. 
Emerson Baetz Dec. 1, 1936, at St. Louis and came to Two Rivers in 1952. Mrs. 
Baetz was a retired school teacher. Mr. Baetz preceded her in death Sept. 5, 
1969.
Survivors include four sons (Private); two brothers, Patrick C., of St. Louis 
and J. Emmet, of Cincinnati, Ohio, and a sister, Sister Anna Joseph Becherer, 
of St. Louis.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
7 p.m. Friday, where a memorial service will be at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, June 12, 1975 P.3
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(24 Oct 1907/Jun 1975/SSDI)


EMERSON BAETZ    (d. 1969)

Atty. Baetz dies Friday at Age 62
TWO RIVERS-Atty. Emerson Baetz, 62, of 1923-16th St., who had practiced law at 
Alton, Ill., for more than 30 years and was recognized as one of the foremost 
trial lawyers in Illinois, died in his sleep shortly after 6 a.m. Friday at Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital afer suffering a second coronary attack.
A member of one the community's earliest and most prominent families and whose 
grandfather and uncle both served as mayors here, Atty. Baetz was stricken with 
a heart ailment Aug. 20 but had been improving.
He had commuted between Two Rivers and his Alton office since 1952 when he 
acquired the original family home at 16th and Monroe streets and brought his 
family here from St. Louis, Mo.
Native of St. Louis
A native of St. Louis, Atty. Baetz had made annual visits to the ancestral home 
here since childhood and was greatly attached to the community and its early 
history. Active in the Two Rivers Historical Society since its inception, he 
accumulated many mementos of early Two Rivers during his residence here.
Currently assistant state's attorney of Madison County, Ill., he was regarded as 
one of the most able trial lawyers in the state and was known in the profession 
as a "lawyer's lawyer."
He specialized in work in the state's higher courts and was a widely known 
authority on workmen's compensation, teaching classes in workmen's compensation 
conducted by the University of Illinois in communities throughout the state.
Emerson Baetz was born Dec. 26, 1906, at St. Louis, a son of the late Henry and 
Evelyn Hall Baetz.
His grandfather, Andrew Baetz, was one of the first to immigrate to this community 
from Germany. He established a wagon works and blaksmith shop here, became active 
in the community's development and served as one of Two Rivers' first mayors.
Andrew Baetz's firm for years was known as "A. Baetz and Son," which included 
Emerson's uncle, Conrad Baetz, who was mayor during World War I and later served 
for many years as postmaster. Another uncle, Arthur Baetz, was an early publisher 
of The Two Rivers Reporter.
Inventor
Emerson Baetz's father, after gaining experience with the family firm here, went 
to St. Louis as a young man headed a heating firm there. He was the inventor of 
the "Skinner Blower" which was used in many industrial firms throughout the nation.
Atty. Baetz, after graduating from Soldan High School at St. Louis with the class 
of 1926, entered St. Louis University and graduated from its law school in 1931. 
While setting up law practice in St. Louis, and also at nearby Alton the first year, 
he received his master's degree in law from the former city College of Law at St. 
Louis.
Commuting daily to St. Louis, Atty. Baetz became associated in the early 1930's at 
Alton with Atty. Anthony Daly, who died 10 years later. Since then, Atty. Baetz had 
practiced independently. His intense fondness for Two Rivers found him purchasing 
the family homestead here for his family in 1952 and either driving or flying back 
to his Alton office nearly every week.
On Dec. 1, 1936,he married the former Catherine Becherer at St. Louis.
Survivors
She survives, along with four sons (Private), and a sister, Mrs. Margaret Bezzenberger 
of Cleveland, Ohio.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Miss Evelyn, who lived at St. Louis and later 
at Two Rivers, and brother, Hall Baetz, associated with the moving picture industry 
in California.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, 
the Rev. Reed Forbush, pastor of Grace Congregational United church of Christ, 
officiating. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery here.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Monday.                       
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, September 5, 1969 P.10


E. PATRICK BAETZ    (d. 2005)

Emerson "Pat" Baetz, age 61, formerly of 2532 34th St., Two Rivers, entered 
into eternal life on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2005 at Shady Lane Nursing Center 
in Manitowoc.
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 13, 
2005 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Parish, with the Rev. William 
O'Brien officiating, with burial to follow in the Holy Cross Cemetery, Two 
Rivers (sic).
Pat was born March 10, 1944 in St. Louis, Mo., to the late Emerson and 
Catherine Becherer Baetz. He attended Washington High School in Two Rivers. 
He married the former Sharon Franz on Aug. 19, 1972 at Holy Cross Catholic 
Church in Mishicot. Pat was a bus driver for the Manitowoc Public School 
System for many years and later drove limousine and drove for the Hometown 
Care Van Company.
He is survived by his wife: Sharon; three brothers: Thomas H. Baetz of 
Cedarburg; Andrew F. Baetz of Minneapolis, Minn.; and Conrad E. Baetz of 
Illinois; two nephews: Samuel Baetz and Christopher (Jenny) Baetz; and one 
niece: Kirsten (Jason) Beher. He is further survived by his father-in-law 
and mother-in-law: Victor and Lorraine Franz; and by his sister-in-law: 
Sandra Franz, all of Two Rivers.
He is survived by his wife; Sharon; three brothers; two nephews; and one niece; 
(private). He is further survived by his father-in-law and mother-in-law; and 
by his sister-in-law (private), all of Two Rivers.
Relatives and friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday (TONIGHT) at the 
Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home in Mishicot.
Visitation will continue after 9:30 a.m on Saturday at St. Peter the Fisherman 
Catholic Parish until the time of service at 10:30 a.m.
A memorial fund has been estblished in his name.
The Baetz family wishes to extend a very special thank you to the 2nd floor 
staff at Shady Lane Nursing Center, Hospice and the Manitowoc County VNA for 
all of their love, care and support that was extended to Pat and our family 
during Pat's illness. Your kindness will never be forgotten.
Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 12, 2005
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(Per the Cemetery office, he is in Forest View)


EVELYN BAETZ

Miss Evelyn Baetz, 69, of 1623-16th St., a member of one of the more prominent 
early Two Rivers families but who spent most of her life in St. Louis, Mo., 
died early Monday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where she had been 
a patient two weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump officiating. Burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery.
Miss Baetz was born Feb. 28, 1892, at St. Louis, Mo., daughter of the late Henry 
and Evelyn Hall Baetz. Her grandfather, Andrew Baetz, who founded the first wagon 
works in Two Rivers, immigrating from Germany in 1852, was Two Rivers' mayor in 
1882 and 1883. She was a niece of the late Arthur Baetz, former publisher of the 
old Two Rivers Reporter, and the late Conrad Baetz, longtime Two Rivers postmaster 
and earlier mayor.
Miss Baetz attended elementary schools at St. Louis, and was graduated from 
Lindenwood College at nearby St. Charles, Mo. For many years she was employed 
as a registration officer in the St. Louis libraries and later, prior to her 
retirement in 1952 when she moved to Two Rivers, she was employed at the St. 
Louis Mercantile firm of Stix, Baer and Fuller. In her earlier years she came 
to Two Rivers with the other members of the Baetz family to spend summer vacations. 
She was a member of the Sunshine Circle of Grace Congregational Church, Two Rivers.
Surviving are a sister, Mrs. F.K. Bezzenberger, of Cleveland, Ohio; a brother, Atty. 
Emerson Baetz, of Two Rivers and Alton, Ill., and three nieces and six nephews. A 
brother, Hall Baetz, a motion picture executive of California, preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 o'clock this Monday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 25, 1961 P.13


CAROLINE BAKER

Mrs. Caroline Baker, 81, who had been making her home in recent months with 
her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Mosuch, of Legion Memorial Drive, 
Two Rivers, died at the home Sunday afternoon after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Emanuel Evangelical United 
Brethren Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. M.J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will 
be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Baker, nee Caroline Sengbusch, was born April 11, 1876, in Chicago, a 
daughter of the late Adolph and Wilhelmina Hahn Sengbusch. When she was four 
years old the family brought her to Maple Grove, Manitowoc County, where after 
several years the family moved to a farm near Angelica, Shawano County. She was 
married at Seymour, Wis., Nov. 28, 1896, to William Baker, in 1915 the family 
moved to Laona, Wis., and five years later came to Two Rivers, where she resided 
since. Mr. Baker died in Two Rivers in 1929.
Surviving Mrs. Baker are five daughters, Mrs. Gertrude Zielke of Oshkosh and Mrs. 
John LaFond, Mrs. Fred Mosuch, Mrs. Edmund Malkowski and Mrs. Grant Gustavson of 
Two Rivers; three sons, Ervin, operator of the Baker Grocery, 27th Street, Two 
Rivers; Orrin of Napa, Calif., and Harvey of Bayfield; five sisters, Mrs. M?innie 
Gierazak of Pulaski, Mrs. Mary Bunkleman and Mrs. Louis Yehann of Fond du Lac, 
Mrs. Anna Miller of Modesta, Calif., and Mrs. Charles Webster of Pittsburgh, Pa.; 
19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 2 p.m. 
Tuesday until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be taken to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 6, 1958 P. 11


ELSIE J. BAKER

Elsie J. Baker, age 89, formerly of Two Rivers, residing at the Manitowoc Health 
Care Center, died Sunday evening, March 17, 1996, at Two Rivers Community 
Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 20, 1996, at Emanuel 
United Methodist Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. 
James Barnes with burial to follow at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Elsie was born November 19, 1906, in Champion, Wis., daughter of the late Louis 
and Mary Nellis Renier. In 1927 she married Gordon A. Baker in Two Rivers. He 
preceded her in death in 1937. She was employed with the Mirro Aluminum Company 
in Two Rivers for 30 years. She was also a member of the Two Rivers Senior 
Citizens.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Rolland and Dorothy Baker, 
Manitowoc, Douglas and Donna Baker Sr., Phoenix, Ariz.; three grandchildren, 
Sue, Douglas Jr., and Scott; three sisters, Mary DeBauche, Two Rivers, Muriel 
Grell, Pound, Wis., Margorie Nieland, Crivitz; one brother-in-law, Ernest 
Alsteen, Lena; a special niece, Agnes Ploor, Two Rivers. Nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by two 
brothers and one sister.
Friends may call at Emanuel United Methodist Church, on Wednesday, from 9:30 
a.m. until the time of service.
Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with the 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 19, 1996 P. A2
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(19 Nov 1906/17 Mar 1996/SSDI)


ELVA I. BAKER

Elva I. Baker, age 87, of Bayfield, passed away, Tuesday, April 27, 2004, at 
Memorial Medical Center in Ashland, with her loving family by her side.
She was born April 1, 1917 in Two Rivers, the daughter of William and Meta 
(Wenholz) Blum. Elva attended schools in Two Rivers. She married Harvey Baker 
on Sept. 5, 1936 in Menomonie. The couple moved to Bayfield, where they lived 
for more than 30 years. They also wintered in Tucson, Ariz., for 19 years. Elva 
enjoyed sewing, gardening, fish fries and spending time with her family. She 
will be remembered for her good sense of humor and for always having a smile 
on her face.
She is survived by her daughter: Ann L. Bennett of Washburn; five grandchildren; 
nine great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; a sister; Edna Steger 
of Two Rivers; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Harvey on May 15, 1995; parents; infant 
son: Richard; a brother: Herbert: and four sisters: Dorothy, Martha, Alma and 
Marie.
Eastern star and funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday (TODAY) April 29, 
2004 at the Bayfield Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be held one hour prior to 
the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, 
April 30, 2004 at the Forest View Cemetery in Two Rivers.
Arrangements are by Bratley Funeral Home of Washburn.
Herald Times Reporter, April 29, 2004  P. A3
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(April 1, 1917/Two Rivers/April 27, 2004/Bayfield)


ERVIN M. BAKER

Ervin M. Baker, 72, of 1802 27th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday afternoon in 
Two Rivers Community Hospital, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be 11 am 
Saturday in United Methodist Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Melvin Henrichs will 
officiate and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Baker was born April 19, 1901 in Kaukauna, son of the late William and 
Caroline Sengbusch Baker. He married Lillian Oestreich June 15, 1926 in Two 
Rivers. Mr. Baker was a retired grocery store owner and operator and a member 
of Two Rivers Senior Citizens and Masonic Lodge.
Survivors include his wife, Lillian; a son, William of Appleton; a daughter, 
Mrs. Fred (Joyce) Aliota of Hartford, Wis.; a brother, Harvey Baker of Bayfield; 
three sisters, Mrs. Ed Malkowski of Two Rivers, Mrs. Grant Gustafson of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. William Zielke of Oshkosh; six grandchildren and a great grandchild
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 6 
o'clock this Friday evening where a memorial service will be at 6:30 o'clock 
by the Senior Citizens and at 7:30 o'clock by the Masonic Lodge. The casket will 
be moved to the church at 9 am Saturday where the body will lie in state until 
the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, Sept. 8, 1978 page 3
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(29 Apr. 1901/Sept. 1978/SSDI)
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Oestreich-Baker
The marriage of Miss Lillian Beatrice Oestreich, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank 
Oestreich of this city and Erwin M. Baker(sic) also of this city was solemnized 
at the home of the bride, at 10:30 o'clock this morning the Rev. Siewert 
officiating. The bride was attended by Miss Vivian Baker and Lester Oestreich 
attended the groom. Wedding dinner was served to thirty guests at a reception 
which followed. Mr. and Mrs. Oestreich left immediately for a two weeks visit 
in northern Wisconsin. The groom is employed at the Aluminum Goods and the couple 
will make their home in this city upon their return. An interesting feature of 
the festivities was that today marks the fifth wedding anniversary of Mr. and 
Mrs. Arthur Vetter of Highland Park, Ill. Mrs. Vetter is a sister of the bride. 
Out of town guests were Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Vetter, Mr. and Mrs. William Baker 
and children of Nichols, Wis., Mrs. William Zielke of Oshkosh, Mr. and Mrs. 
William Heinrich of Green Bay and Charles Baker of Nichols.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 15, 1926 P. 11


GORDON BAKER

Gordon A. Baker, 33, a patient at Maple Crest sanatorium at Whitelaw for the 
past two years, died there early this morning. Funeral arrangements have not 
yet been completed but services are expected to be held at Two Rivers Monday. 
The body was taken to the Klein & Stangel, Inc. funeral home where it will 
remain until the time of the funeral.
Mr. Baker was a resident of Two Rivers for the past 15 years and had been 
employed by the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company. On Nov. 13, 1926 he 
married Miss Elsie Renier.
The widow, two sons, Roland and Douglas, his mother, three brothers and five 
sisters survive. Sisters are Mrs. William Zielke, Oshkosh, Mrs. Fred Mosuch, 
Mrs. John La Fond, Mrs. Edmund Malkowski and Ruth, all of Two Rivers, Orrin 
Baker of Cripple Creek, Colo.,and Ervin and Harvey of Two Rivers are the 
surviving brothers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 16, 1937 P.13


HARVEY M. BAKER

Harvey Baker, age 82, of Bayfield, Wis., died Monday, May 15, 1995, at his 
residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 17, 1995, at the Bayfield 
Presbyterian Church, Bayfield. Burial will take palce in the Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers, at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 18, 1995.
He was born May 26, 1912, in Angelica, Shawano County, son of the late William 
and Caroline Singbush Baker. He was a 1930 graduate of Two Rivers High School. He 
worked for Eggger Plywood, Two Rivers, Cadillac Plywood, Cadillac, Mich. and 
Allwood, Bayfield, Wis., before retiring in 1976. He married Elva Blum September 5, 
1936, in Menominee. The couple was married 58 years and resided in Bayfield for 39 
years and wintered in Tuscon, Ariz., for 19 years. He was an avid fisherman and 
hunter. He was a member of the Bayfield-Washburn Masonic Lodge #215 F and M Shriners 
and OES #24.
Survivors include his wife, Elva; one daughter, Ann Siebold, Washburn; four 
grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; two great-great-granddaughters; one sister, 
Dorothy Malkowski, Two Rivers. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers 
and four sisters.
Herald Times Reporter, May 16, 1995 P. A2
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(May 26, 1912/May 15, 1995)


LILLIAN BAKER

Mrs. Lillian Baker, 87, of Two Rivers, died Sunday evening, 
October 29, 1989, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at United Methodist
Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Frederik Schulz will officiate and 
burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Baker was born April 4, 1902, at Two Rivers, daughter of 
the late Frank and Martha Magee Oestreich. She attended Grade
School and Two Rivers High School. She married Ervin Baker, in 
1926, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in 1978. Mrs. 
Baker was employed at Schwartz Manufacturing Company for a number 
of years and from 1950 to 1964 the couple operated the Clover 
Farm Store in Two Rivers. Mrs. Baker was a past member of Eastern 
Star.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, a daughter, a brother, 
Franklin Oestreich of Two Rivers; a sister, Winifred Meyer of 
Appleton; 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at United Methodist Church, 10 a.m. Wednesday to 
the time of services. There will be no visitation at Deja and
Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, no date
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(04 Apr 1902/Oct 1989/SSDI)
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Oestreich-Baker
The marriage of Miss Lillian Beatrice Oestreich, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank 
Oestreich of this city and Erwin M. Baker(sic) also of this city was solemnized 
at the home of the bride, at 10:30 o'clock this morning the Rev. Siewert 
officiating. The bride was attended by Miss Vivian Baker and Lester Oestreich 
attended the groom. Wedding dinner was served to thirty guests at a reception 
which followed. Mr. and Mrs. Oestreich left immediately for a two weeks visit 
in northern Wisconsin. The groom is employed at the Aluminum Goods and the couple 
will make their home in this city upon their return. An interesting feature of 
the festivities was that today marks the fifth wedding anniversary of Mr. and 
Mrs. Arthur Vetter of Highland Park, Ill. Mrs. Vetter is a sister of the bride. 
Out of town guests were Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Vetter, Mr. and Mrs. William Baker 
and children of Nichols, Wis., Mrs. William Zielke of Oshkosh, Mr. and Mrs. 
William Heinrich of Green Bay and Charles Baker of Nichols.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 15, 1926 P. 11


WILLIAM BAKER

FIFTH VICTIM OF TYPHOID IS RECORDED HERE
Mr. William Baker, age 57, died at the local hospital, another victim of the 
typhoid fever epedemic. Mr. Baker was born November 28, 1871, in Seymour, 
Wisconsin. He was a resident of this city for the past ten years. Mr. Baker 
was married in 1896 and had lived with his wife, Mrs. Caroline Baker., in 
Leona, Wis. up to the time they moved to this city. He was employed at the 
Eggers Veneer Mfg. Co. It is the fifth death in Two Rivers since January 7.
Mr. Baker is survived by his wife, his father, Mr. Charles Baker and nine 
children. They are Mrs. John LaFond, Mrs. Fred Mosuch, Dorothy and Ruth Baker 
all of this city, Mrs. William Zielke of Oshkosh, Ervi, Gordon, and Harvey of 
this city and Orrin of Santa Anna, California. Two brothers, Walter of Beaver 
Dam, and Louis of Appleton also survive.
The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 from the Evangelical church 
with the Rev. Schlueter officiating. Services will be held at the home at 1:30. 
The body will lie at rest at the home until the burial Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, March 16, 1929 P.12


JAMES H. BARRETT

James H. Barrett, 77, of 1616-29th St., Two Rivers, retired operator of the 
former Barrett Tool and Die Works and the possessor of at number of patents 
in the mechanical field, died Saturday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss, pastor of St. John 
United Church of Christ, Manitowoc, officiating. Burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery.
Mr. Barrett was born at Chambersburg, W. Va., where he learned the tool and 
die making trade. He came to Two Rivers in 1921 and established his tool and 
die making facility on the south side at River Place. He served the needs of 
local industry for many years in specialized machinery and in die work 
particularly the Schwartz Mfg. Co., having designed and developed a machine to 
speed up production in the company's buff division. He retired and discontinued 
the business in 1956, moving to Englewood, Colo. He returned to Two Rivers in 
1968.
Besides his wife, the former Thelma Richardson, whom he married at Daytona 
Beach, Fla., Dec. 5, 1955, he leaves three daughters, Mrs. Vernon (Betty) Kirchen 
of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Mrs. Carl (Mary Ann) McKellar of Rose City, Minn., and Mrs. 
Lester (Dorothy) LaBine of Bell, Calif.; four sons, Warren of Grassie, Ont., 
Canada, Oliver of Manitowoc, Robert of Two Rivers and James of Green Bay; 11 
grandchildren and on great grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 19, 1970
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(13 Sep 1892/Jan 1970/SSDI)


MAE BARRETT

Mrs. Mae Barrett, 81, formerly of 1811 14th St., Two Rivers, died Monday morning 
in Manitowoc County Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 2 pm Wednesday 
in Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate 
and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Barrett, nee Mae MacDonald, was born May 1, 1897 in Central City, Iowa, 
daughter of the late Arthur and Clara Cook MacDonald. She was married in James 
Barrett Jan. 27, 1920 in Escanaba, Mich., moving to Two Rivers in 1924, residing 
there since. Mr. Barrett preceded her in death Jan. 17, 1970.
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Warren and Evelyn Barrett of 
Grassie, Ontario, Canada, Oliver and Patricia Barrett of Manitowoc and James and 
Jackie Barrett of Green Bay and a son, Robert (Pete) Barrett of Two Rivers; three 
daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and Vernon Kirchan of Two Rivers, Mary Ann and 
Carl McKeller of Rose City, Mich., and Dorothy and Lester LaBine of Liberal, Mo.; 
a brother, Harry MacDonald of Green Bay; 11 grandchildren and six great 
grandchildren. A son preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 pm to 9 pm Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, Sept. 18, 1978 page 3
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(01 May 1898/Sep 1978/SSDI)


JOSEPH H. BARRETTE

Joseph H. Barrette, 53, of 1023 Sheridan Rd., Two Rivers, died Monday afternoon 
at Manitowoc Memorial Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Edward Stelter officiating. Burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery.
Mr. Barrette was born Nov. 10, 1915, in the Town of Thiery Dames, Kewaunee County, 
a son of the late Joseph and Flora Graves Barrette. He married the former Evelyn 
Hanemann at Luxemburg June 19, 1948. The family moved to Two Rivers 16 years ago 
and Mr. Barrette was employed at the Hamilton Mfg. Co. until he suffered a stroke 
nine years ago.
Besides his wife, he leaves two daughters, Brenda at home and Mrs. Gerald 
(Geraldine) Pigeon of Green Bay; a step-daughter, Mrs. Virgil (Sharon) Braunsdorf 
of Sheboygan; four sisters, Mrs. Herbert Jahnke and Mrs. Mayme Maus of Green Bay, 
Mrs. George Farmeree of Manitowoc and Mrs. Herman Jacobs of Hilbert, and seven 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 3 p.m. 
Wednesday until 10:30 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be taken to the church 
where the body will lie in state from 11 a.m. until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, February 25, 1969 P. 3
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(10 Nov 1915/Feb 1969/SSDI)


EMMA BARSCHOW

Stroke Causes Death
Mrs. Emma Barschow died at the family how, 1656 Twenty-fourth Street, at 6:30 
last evening, the demise being due to a stroke of paralysis which she suffered 
a week ago. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 1:30 from the home, 
Rev. M. S. Weber officiating and burial will be in the Forest View Cemetery.
Mrs. Emma Barschow, nee Meyer, was born in the Town of Two Creeks, January 14, 
1885 and was forty-one at her last birthday. She was married January 20, 1903 
and is survived by her husband and two children, Lillian and Minnie and by two 
brothers, August and John Meyer, both of Taylor county.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tues., Aug. 17, 1926


GEORGE BARSCHOW

Funeral services for George Barschow, 72, 1620 Washington St., Two Rivers, who 
died unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home shortly after 9:30 a.m. Thursday, 
will be  held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. R.J. Wichlei officiating. Interment will be in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born at Sheboygan in 1881, a son of the late William and Johannes Zaingelman 
Barschow. Some 50 years go (sic) he came to Two Rivers to reside, where in 1903 
he married Emma Meyer. For a short time they lvied at Edgar, Wis. She died here 
in 1923. In 1927 Mr. Barschow married Mrs. Louse LaFond Bourtin at Two Rivers.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Alex Anderson of Manitowoc; a sister, 
Mrs. Ida Klinder of Manitowoc; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He 
is also survived by two stepdaughters, Mrs. Thomas Hetue of Two Rivers, and Mrs. 
Robert Hayworth of Milwaukee; a step-son, Leaster Boutin of Two Rivers; and 10 
step-grandchildren.
For 31 years Mr. Barschow was employed at Plant No. 1 of the Aluminum goods 
Manufacturing Company at Two Rivers, where he was a member of the 25-Year club. 
He retired in 1951.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 18, 1953 P.16
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Mrs. Louise Bouten and George A. Barschow, both of this city were united in marriage 
by Judge Chloupek at his home, Manitowoc, Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock. Miss Minnie 
E. Barschow and Walter Menser were the attendants. A reception was held following the 
ceremony and Mr. and Mrs. Barschow will take up their residence in this city immediately. 
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Feb. 25, 1927 


LOUISE BARSCHOW

Mrs. Louise Barschow, 81, the last survivor of one of Two Rivers' earliest 
families engaged in the commercial fishing enterprise more than a century ago, 
died at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Boutin, 
2016 School St., at an early hour Wednesday. She had been residing with her 
only son since her husband died at Two Rivers on Dec. 17.
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, 
Two Rivers, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C.V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Barschow, nee Louise LaFond, was born in Two Rivers in 1873, a daughter 
of the late Mitchell Sr., and Margaret Jourdain La Fond, who were among the 
first settlers in Two Rivers, immigrating from Quebec, Canada. Her father 
established one of the first commercial fishing rigs in Two Rivers in the days 
of the old sailing mackinaws.
She was married at Two Rivers in 1895 to Albert Boutin, who died in 1904. In 
1927 she was married to George Barschow at Two Rivers.
Mrs. Barschow leaves two daughters, Mrs. Thomas Hetue of Two Rivers and Mrs. 
Robert Hayworth of Milwaukee; a son, Lester Boutin; a step-daughter, Mrs. Alex 
Anderson of Manitowoc; 15 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.
For many years Mrs. Barschow was affiliated with the Royal Neighbors of America 
and the Altar Society of St. Luke Church.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 p.m. Thursday to the time of services. 
The Rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 7:45 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, February 24, 1954 P.21
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Mrs. Louise Bouten and George A. Barschow, both of this city were united in marriage 
by Judge Chloupek at his home, Manitowoc, Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock. Miss Minnie 
E. Barschow and Walter Menser were the attendants. A reception was held following the 
ceremony and Mr. and Mrs. Barschow will take up their residence in this city immediately. 
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Feb. 25, 1927


SHIRLEY M. BARTEL

Shirley M. Bartel, age 60, of 14628 Melnik Road, Maribel, and formerly of St. 
Nazianz, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at her residence.
Shirley was born Jan. 24, 1948, in Sheboygan, daughter of the late George and 
Catherine (Steffen) Bartel. She grew up in St. Nazianz and graduated as class 
valedictorian in 1966 from St. Gregory High School in St. Nazianz. In the past, 
Shirley worked as a customer service representative for Wisconsin Public Service 
Corp. in Two Rivers.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by her parents: Glenn and Catherine Bartel; and one 
brother: Leo Bartel.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 28, 2008, at St. Mary 
Catholic Community, 4805 Sportsman Drive, De Pere. The Rev. John Harper will 
celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow at Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. Relatives and friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. today 
at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc, and 
from 10 a.m. until the time of service Monday at the church. There will be a 
prayer service conducted at the funeral home at 7:45 p.m. today to conclude 
the visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, July 27, 2008


GREGORY A. BAUKNECHT

Gregory Allen Bauknecht, age 54 of Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon, 
Sept. 20, 2011, surrounded by his loving family at the Sharon S. Richardson 
Community Hospice Center after a two year courageous fight with metastatic 
kidney cancer.
Greg was born in Two Rivers on January 3, 1957, son of Richard and Pearl 
(Jourdain) Bauknecht. He was a graduate of Washington High School with the 
class of 1975. After graduating Greg was employed at Manitowoc Cranes for 30 
years, and a part time employee of Holy Family Hospital for 25 years. He also 
worked part time for Unified Ambulance and the Manitowoc Fire Department on 
weekends as a paramedic on the Ambulance at Road America. Greg received his 
degree as an E.M.T. at Lakeshore Technical College and was certified by the 
National Registry of E.M.T.'s in June, 1984. He received his Paramedic 
Certificate from Lakeshore Technical college in May, 1992. Greg took great 
pride in his job as a paramedic. He worked until his illness forced him to 
retire. He loved his family, friends & neighbors, and was always the first 
one to help out whether it was physical, emotional or financial. Greg played 
Santa for many years for his friends & family.
Greg will be greatly missed by his parents, Richard and Pearl Bauknecht; his 
four brothers and two sisters, all of Two Rivers; his fourteen nieces & nephews 
(private); and thirteen great nieces & nephews. Greg is also survived by his 
godfather and aunts (private). He was preceded in death by his grandparents; 
a great nephew, Brandon Bauknecht, and his godmother, Winnie Scholl.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 23, 2011 at St. 
Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3218 Tannery Rd. Two Rivers. The Mass of 
Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Tom Reynebeau, with burial to 
follow in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic 
Church after 9:00 a.m. Friday until the time of mass at 10:30. There will be 
no visitation held this evening.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Socity.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506-18th St. Two Rivers is assisting the 
Bauknecht family with funeral arrangements.
The Bauknecht family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. (private) 
& Staff at the Vince Lombardie Cancer Clinic of Sheboygan; (private); and the 
staff at the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls for all 
the loving care & kindness shown to Greg over the years.


SEAN M. BEATTY

Sean Michael Beatty, age 17, of 1814 Madison St. Two Rivers, died early Saturday 
morning, Jan. 25, 2003 as the result of an automobile accident. 
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2003 at the Deja & 
Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. Rev. Roberta Thomson will officiate at the 
service, with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Sean was born Jan. 7, 1986 in Manitowoc, son of Michael Beatty and Becky (Krumel) 
Beatty. He attended grade school in Manitowoc and Mishicot and was a junior at 
Washington High School, Two Rivers. He also worked part-time at Joy's Family 
Restaurant. Sean loved to spend his free time working on his computer. 
Survivors include his mother, Becky Beatty and special friend Marky Henrickson 
of Two Rivers, his father, Michael Beatty of Francis Creek, and four sisters, 
Mykelyn Beatty, Two Rivers, Tara Beatty, Green Bay, Kelly Beatty, Kiel, and 
Jennifer Bitters, Oconto. He is further survived by his grandparents, Bonnie and 
Merle Diefenthaler, Reedsville, and Marie Beatty, Manitowoc; great-grandmother, 
Louise Diefenthaler, Manitowoc, many special aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. 
He was preceded in death by great-grandparents: Orville and Florence Mott, and 
Roland Diefenthaler. 
Relatives and friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers 
after 10 a.m. on Tuesday until the time of service at 1 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2003
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(Note: The newspaper was in error. He is buried in Forest View cemetery) 


LEROY BEAUPRE

Roy Beaupre, 60, of 904 Buchholz St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly late Monday 
night in Two Rivers Community Hospital.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Don R. Good will officiate and burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Beaupre was born April 8, 1919, in Two Rivers, son of the late Alfred and 
Irma Harrington Beaupre. He served in the United State Army during World War 
II, and married Inez Olson March 17, 1945, in Green Bay. Mr. Beaupre had worked 
at Manitowoc Engineering Company until his retirement in 1973, due to ill 
health. He was a member of Disabled American Veterans.
Survivors include his wife, Inez, two sons, Gary Richard of Manitowoc and 
Floyd Wiltgen of Washington D.C.; a daughter, Mrs. Kurt (Sandra) Komanekin 
of Manitowoc; two brothers, Cletus and Robert, and a sister, Mrs. Edward 
(Eunice) McDonough of Two Rivers and four grandchildren.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 4 p.m. 
Wednesday.
Herald Times Reporter, May 8, 1979 P. 3
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(b. 8 Apr 1919/May 1979/SSDI)
[Leroy E. Beaupre]


KAY BECKER

Catherine (Kay) Becker, age 78, of 1825 31st St., Two Rivers, died 
Saturday morning January 8, 1994, at the Two Rivers Community 
Hospital.
A Memorial Service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Grace 
Congregationa Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Kim Henning will 
officiate.
She was born July 10, 1915, at Racine, Wis., daughter of the late 
William and Clara Nelson Thompson. She attended grade school and 
high school in Racine. On May 15, 1937, she married Vincent Backer, 
at Racine. She was a member of the Womens Club, Cool City Garden 
Club, and active at Grace Congregational Church and the Els 
Auxiliary.
Survivors include her husband, Vincent; a son and daughter-in-law, 
Perry and Kathy Becker, Australia; a daughter, Viki Rice, Wausau; 
five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother.
Friends may call at the Grace Congregational Church after 5:30 p.m. 
on Tuesday.
Memorials may be made to the Grace Congregational Church Memorial 
Fund, Floral Fund, or the Cool City Garden club.
The Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels is assiting (sic) the family 
with the funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 9, 1994 P. A2
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(10 Jul 1915/8 Jan 1994/SSDI)


VINCE BECKER

Vincent R. Becker, age 83, of 1825 31st St., Two Rivers, died early Thursday 
morning, June 19, 1997, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, June 23, 1997, at Grace 
Congregational United Church of Christ. Rev. Kim Henning will officiate at the 
service with burial in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Vince was born July 17, 1913, in Racine, Wis., son of the late Rudolph and 
Elizabeth Bohn Becker. He attended schools in Racine graduating from Racine 
Horlick High School and then attended two years of technical school in Milwaukee. 
On May 15, 1937, he married Catherine (Kay) Thompson in Racine. She preceded him 
in death January 8, 1994. Vince began his employment in Two Rivers in 1949, with 
the Systems Department in the Finance Division of Hamilton Industries. He was 
employed with the company until retiring in November of 1982 as Production Manager. 
After retiring he served as a consultant at Hamilton Industries for a number of 
years. Mr. Becker was a former 32nd Degree Mason, and a member of various Masonic 
organizations including Wm. J. Kahlenberg Lodge #200 F&AM, Two Rivers Shrine Club, 
Barney G. Lyman Chapter, Manitowoc County Council #18 and the Commandary #45. He 
was a past member of the Two Rivers Rotary Club having served as president in 
1972-1973. Vince was an active member of the Two Rivers Elks Lodge #1380 where he 
was a Past Exalted Ruler and currently the Lodge's Inner Guard. He was also a 
longtime member of the Two Rivers Community Hospital Board of Directors, having 
served as Chairman of the Board for a number of years. Vince was a faithful member 
of Grace Congregational Church where he was an usher for many years.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Perry and Kathy Becker, Bairnsdale, 
Australia; one daughter, Viki Rice, DePere; five grandchildren, Nicole, Shahnaz 
and Michael Becker, Lyndsay and David Rice.
Friends may call at Grace Congregational Church, Two Rivers, after 5 p.m. Monday 
until the time of service at 7 p.m.
Memorials may be made to Grace Congregational Church.
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 20, 1997 P. A2
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(17 Jul 1913/19 Jun 1997/SSDI)


INA DOROTHY HOLSEN BEDUHN

Mrs. Ina B. Beduhn, a former longtime Two Rivers resident, passed away in 
Houston, Texas on March 20, 1987. Funeral services were held in Houston on 
March 21st. Final interment graveside services will be held Tuesday, April 
7th at 1:30 pm at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. The Rev. Daniel S. Wright, 
pastor of Grace Congregational United Church of Christ will officiate. A 
memorial fund has been established in her name.
Mrs. Beduhn, nee Ina B. Holsen, was born in Manitowoc County. She was married 
to William C. Beduhn a longtime Two Rivers Furniture Store and Funeral Home 
operator. He preceded her in death in 1973. Mrs. Beduhn resided at Monroe, 
Wisconsin from 1982 until moving to Texas in 1986. She was a former member of 
St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers and the Dorcas Society. Since moving to 
Monroe she was a member of St. John United Church of Christ.
Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Alfred (Margaret) Leiser and Mrs. 
Robert (Jeanne) Heinze, all of Houston and Mrs. Perry J. (Marie) Power of 
Nokomis, Florida; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Apr. 3, 1987 page 18
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Miss Ina Holsen and Mr. William Beduhn were married yesterday morning at the 
German Lutheran parsonage, Rev. Machmueller officiating. The attendants were 
Miss Esther Gennrich and Mr. Elmer Wills.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Holsen and has a large circle 
of friends. The groom, who is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Beduhn is a partner 
in the firm of Beduhn and Goetz furniture dealers and undertakers on South 
Tenth Street.
After the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Beduhn left on a wedding trip to Chicago and 
upon their return will take up their residence in this city.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 13, 1917


WILLIAM C. BEDUHN

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, for William C. Beduhn, 
Two Rivers, a veteran of about 50 years in the furniture and 
undertaking business. He died Sunday night at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital. 
A native of Manitowoc, he came to Two Rivers in 1918 and established 
a furniture and undertaking business in partnership with the late 
Edward Goetz. In the late 1920s, they built the first structure north 
of Milwaukee used solely as a funeral home. 
Beduhn was a past president of the former Two Rivers Community Club, 
Two Rivers Lions Club and Two Rivers Baseball Association and served 
as a member of the Board of Education during the 1930s. 
In 1947, he sold the furniture and undertaking business to his former 
associates, Leo W. Deja and Earl A. Martin.
Besides his wife, the former Ina Holsen, he is survived by three 
daughters and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels after 5 p.m. today. 
Burial will be in Forest View. 
Sheboygan Press, Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Tuesday, November 13, 1973
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(10 Sep 1891/Nov 1973/SSDI)
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Miss Ina Holsen and Mr. William Beduhn were married yesterday morning at the 
German Lutheran parsonage, Rev. Machmueller officiating. The attendants were 
Miss Esther Gennrich and Mr. Elmer Wills.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Holsen and has a large circle 
of friends. The groom, who is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Beduhn is a partner 
in the firm of Beduhn and Goetz furniture dealers and undertakers on South 
Tenth Street.
After the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Beduhn left on a wedding trip to Chicago and 
upon their return will take up their residence in this city.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 13, 1917


EDNA BEECK

Mrs. Walter Beeck, 46, nee Edna Margaret Truttner, town of Two Rivers, died 
Sunday night at the Municipal hospital, Two Rivers, where she has been a 
patient four weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Emanuel Evangelical 
church in Two Rivers.
She was born in Newton in 1898 and was graduated from the high school here and 
in 1917 from the county normal school. She taught school at Shoto and in 1920 
was married to Walter Beeck in this city, and they have since resided in Two 
Rivers and the town.
When the teacher shortage became acute in the county three years ago she 
volunteered her services and taught a school at Shoto until taken ill. She also 
taught a Sunday school class at the Evangelical church, and was active in the 
Homemakers group, and a member of the church choir.
Survivors are the husband; son, Donald; two daughters, Norma and Miriam, all at 
home; two sisters, Mrs. Alvin Polster of route 3, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Arno 
Meister of route 1, Manitowoc; two brothers, Omar of route 3, Manitowoc, and 
Frederick of Hika.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home in Two Rivers 
and will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 11, 1944 P.2


OLIVE BEECK

Mrs. Olive Raatz Beeck died Thursday afternoon at Holy Family Medical Center.
Funeral services will be on Monday at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels. Rev. 
Frederik Schulz will officiate and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
She was born June 16, 1906, in the town of Anapee, daughter of the late Ervin 
and Lucy Lieschow Maedke. On November 19, 1927, she married Fred Raatz at Algoma. 
He preceded her in death in 1931. On January 2, 1947, she married Walter Beeck. 
He preceded her in death in 1959. She was employed at Mirro Aluminum for 46 years, 
retiring in 1971.
Survivors include one brother, Lester Maedke, of Manitowoc; two sisters and 
brothers-in-law, Dorothy and Louis DuPont of Two Rivers, Viola and Eli Noel of 
Milwaukee; one sister-in-law, Martha Raatz of Two Rivers; and two nieces and one 
nephew. She was preceded in death by one brother.
There will be no visitation at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels.
Herald Times Reporter, April 12, 1991 P. B10
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(16 Jun 1906/11 Apr 1991/SSDI)


WALTER BEECK

Beeck
Walter W. Beeck, 63, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died Monday morning at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been a patient since Thursday. He had been 
in failing health for more than a year.
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Emanuel Evangelical United 
Brethren Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. M.J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will 
be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Beeck was born May 9, 1896, at Two Rivers, son of the late Charles and 
Mathilda Zoerb Beeck. When he was a child the family brought him to the Tannery 
in the Town of Two Rivers where he spent a number of years on a farm. He 
attended district grade school and Two Rivers public schools.
For 25 years he was engaged as a meat cutter at Baum Meat Market, Two Rivers, 
after which he operated the North End Food Market on 30th Street, Two Rivers, 
for a number of years. In 1937, he returned to the homestead farm which he 
operated until 1947. For the past 10 years he was an employe of Hamilton Mfg. Co., 
Two Rivers.
On Dec. 28, 1920, he married the former Edna Truettner at Two Rivers. She died in 
1944 at Two Rivers. In 1947, he married Mrs. Olive Raatz at Two Rivers, who 
survives him. For a number of years, up to his illness, he was trustee of Emanuel 
church.
Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Dale Bruhn of Madison and Mrs. 
Adolph Fronk Jr., of Two Rivers; a son, Donald A. of the Town of Two Rivers; two 
sisters, Miss Viola of Two Rivers and Mrs. Frank Nickolson of Milwaukee; two 
brothers, Roland of St. Ignace, Mich., and Ervin of Shullsburg, Wis., and 10 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels after 2 p.m. Tuesday until 11 
a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will 
lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 31, 1959 P.11


HAZEL BEHNKE

Hazel Johnson Behnke, 78, of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, died Friday morning, 
January 29, 1988 at the Home. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Monday at United 
Methodist Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Frederik Schulz will officiate and burial 
will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Behnke was born March 28, 1909 at Mott, North Dakota, daughter of the late 
Halver and Geralda Johnson. She was married to Jerome Behnke in 1950 at Sheboygan. 
He preceded her in death July 13, 1971. Mrs. Behnke was a professional piano and 
organ entertainer including touring with the Lawrence Welk Troupe in the United 
States and Canada. In 1932 she won the Radio Digest Beauty Queen of American Radio. 
She moved to Wisconsin from North Dakota in 1949 and continued entertaining for 
many years in this area.
Survivors include cousins, LaVerne Zill of Manitowoc, Grace Reise and Darryl Johnson, 
both of Maryland, Harold Taylor of Two Rivers and other relatives in Wisconsin, North 
Dakota and Canada. She was preceded in death by a brother, Warren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 2 pm to  5 pm 
Sunday and from 9:30 am Monday at the church until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Jan. 30, 1988 page 15


JEROME BEHNKE

MENASHA-
Jerome Behnke, 51, of 109 Racine St., Menasha, died at Theda Clark Hospital at 
12:10 a.m. today.
He was born May 22, 1920, in Hilbert. A veteran of World War II, he had worked 
for the Paul Gruneau Company of Milwaukee as a sprinkler fitter until his 
retirement in 1969 due to ill health.
Surviving are the widow, Hazel; five sisters, Mrs. Beulah Prabst, Cascade; Mrs. 
Clarinda McDown, Appleton; Mrs. Iris Bruner, Evanston, Il.; Mrs. Marie Berkholtz, 
Lomira and Miss Flora Behnke, Manitowoc; two brothers, Leon, Manitowoc, and 
Richard, California.
The Rev. Donald G. Stannard will officiate at funeral services at the Laemmirch 
Funeral Home, Menasha, at 10 a.m. Friday. Interment will be in Fairview(sic) 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday.
The Oshkosh Northwestern, July 13, 1971  P. 26


BERNHARD A. BEILKE

Bernhard A. Beilke, 86, of 2925-37th St., Two Rivers, died early Thursday 
morning, June 12, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. John Brogaart will officiate and burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Beilke was born Jan. 23, 1894, in Kewaunee County, son of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. Frank Beilke. He owned and operted a farm in the Town of Montpelier until 
retiring in 1964 and moved to Larrabee. In 1968 he moved to Two Rivers.
Survivors include a son, Arden Beilke of Two Rivers; two daughters, Jan Beilke 
of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Kenneth (Janette) Froelich of Route 2, Manitowoc; a 
sister, Mrs. Erma Jahnke of Luxembug; six grandchildren and a granddaughter. Two 
brothers and four sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 4 p.m. Friday and 
Saturday at the church 9 a.m. until the time of services. Devotional services 
will be 8 p.m. Friday.
Herald Times Reporter, June 12, 1980 P.3
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(b. 23 Jan. 1894/d. June 1980/SSDI)


GERTRUDE H. BELLIN

Mrs. Gertrude Bellin, 78, of 1913 Madison St., Two Rivers, died Thursday 
night at Brokaw Hospital, Normal, Ill.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery.
Mrs. Bellin, nee Gertrude Rollins, was born March 28, 1892, at Pittsville, 
Wis., a daughter of the late George and Frances Frank Rollins. The family 
moved to Two Rivers more than 60 years ago. She was married June 24, 1914, 
at Two Rivers to William Bellin. He preceded her in death in 1961. She was 
a member of the Creative Writers Club of Two Rivers.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Lionel (Carol) Chicquette of Normal, Ill.; 
a son, Kenneth of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. John Waskow of Two Rivers, 
and Mrs. Lawrence Hoffman of Beloit, six grandchildren and 11 great grand-
children.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 2, 1971
********
On Wednesday morning, June 24, at ten o'clock at the home of the bride's parents, 
William J. Bellin and Gertrude H. Rollins, both of this city, were united in 
marriage,  Rev. Jos. S. Morris of Grace Congregational Church solemnized the 
marriage. The bride and groom left immediately for a short wedding trip.
The Reporter, Sat., June 27, 1914


VERNAL C. BELLIN

A two-day attack of pneumonia proved fatal early today to Vernal Bellin, 19, 
graduate of the Two Rivers high school with the class of 1938.
Bellin, delivered papers Sunday morning. He was stricken with pneumonia later 
that day. The youth had been weakened by several attacks of the flu this 
winter.
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Emanuel 
Evangelical church with the Rev. F.E. Schlueter officiating. The body is at 
the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home.
He was born in Two Rivers May 29, 1919, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Bellin. He 
was graduated from the high school last June and since then had continued his 
education in the school for adult and vocational education.
He took a great interest in music and played in the high school band and in a 
small orchestra. He was a member of the Emanuel Evangelical church choir and 
took active interest in the parish's Boy Scout troop.
Survivors are the parents, one brother, Kenneth in Manitowoc and one sister, 
Carol, at home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, April 11, 1939 P.2
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[Vernal Clayt. Bellin]


WILLIAM J. BELLIN

William J. Bellin, 71, of 1913 Madison St., Two Rivers, a retired longtime 
employe of Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers, died Wednesday night at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient since Monday. He had been in 
failing health more than two years.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. M.J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery.
Mr. Bellin was born April 11, 1890, at Menomonee, Mich., son of the late Peter 
and Alice Baugniet Bellin. When he was a small boy the family brought him to 
Appleton. He came to Two Rivers in 1912 to work for Mirro Aluminum Co. with 
which firm he was employed until his retirement four years ago. He was a member 
of the company's 25-Year Club.
Surviving are his wife, the former Gertrude Rollins, whom he married at Two 
Rivers June 24, 1914; a daughter, Mrs. Lionel Chicquette of Bloomington, Ill.; 
a son Keneth (sic) of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Milo Roblee and Mrs. Irving 
Hawley of Appleton; six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A son, 
Vernal, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, July 13, 1961 P. 15
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On Wednesday morning, June 24, at ten o'clock at the home of the bride's parents, 
William J. Bellin and Gertrude H. Rollins, both of this city, were united in 
marriage,  Rev. Jos. S. Morris of Grace Congregational Church solemnized the 
marriage. The bride and groom left immediately for a short wedding trip.
The Reporter, Sat., June 27, 1914


ADELINE BELLING

MRS. BELLING DIES AT HOME
Funeral Services Will Be Held On Saturday
Mrs. William Belling died at the home at 1010 Emmett street at 6:40 
last evening. Mrs. Belling had been ailing for the past year and death 
was due to heart trouble.
Mrs. Belling, nee Adeline Kearn, was born in Appleton October 18, 1878. 
On July 12, 1897 she was married to William Belling at Appleton and 
before coming to this city 6 years ago, the couple and children resided 
at Niagara for a period of ten years.
Besides her husband she is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Matt Genrich 
of Niagara, Mrs. Guy Monroe of Dunbar, and Mrs. Isadore Rousse at home; 
a brother, Hilbert of this city also survives along with a sister and 
three brothers. The sister is Mrs. Charles McVay of Appleton and the 
brothers are George Kearn, William and John all of Appleton. Ten grand-
children also survive.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:10 from the home 
and at 1:20 from the Beduhn and Goetz funeral chapel. The Rev. W.G. Haase 
will officiate and burial will be at Forest View cemetery. The body will 
be moved to the home from the Beduhn and Goetz mortuary tomorrow afternoon 
at four o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 18, 1932 P.11


WILLIAM BELLING

William Belling, 82, of 1018 Buchholz St., Two Rivers, died late Sunday at 
the Memorial Hospital at Iron Mountain, Mich., where he had been confined 
since he was stricken with illness several days ago while visiting with 
relatives at nearby Niagara, Wis.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Emanuel Evangelical 
United Brethren Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. M.J. Rochrdanz officiating. 
Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
William Belling was born in Germany on July 19, 1874, a son of the late Mr. 
and Mrs. Charles Belling. When he was seven years old the family brought him 
to this country, settling at Appleton. In 1899 he married the former Adeline 
Kearn at Appleton and a short while later the couple moved to Niagara. The 
family came to Two Rivers 28 years ago where Mr. Belling was employed at the 
F. Eggere Plywood & Veneer Co., for more than 10 years. He retired about 15 
years ago. His wife died in Two Rivers 24 years ago and in 1933 he married 
Jane Girard at Two Rivers. She died there in 1954. Since, he had been living 
with his son in law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Isadore Rousse of 1018 Buchholz 
St., Two Rivers.
Surviving Mr. Belling are two other daughters, Mrs. Matt Gennrich of Niagara 
and Mrs. Louis Knutson of Marinette; two sons, Herbert Belling and Joseph 
Steffke of Marinette; a sister, Mrs. Nathan Rogers of Appleton, a brother, 
Emil Bellings of Appleton; 17 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
after 2 p.m. Tuesday until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be 
taken to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 27, 1956 P.15


FRED R. BELTER

Fred R. Belter, 81, of 2605-10th St., Two Rivers, died Monday noon, Sept. 24, at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Edmund C. Olson will officiate and burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Belter was born March 19, 1898, at Manistee, Mich., son of the late Otto and 
Karoline Belter. He served in the United States Army during World War I, and 
married Pearl Laurent June 19, 1926, at Waukegan, Ill. Mr. Belter had been a 
foreman with U.S. Engineering of Kewaunee, retiring 21 years ago. He was a member 
of Veterans of Foreign Wars Kewaunee Post 3392. Mrs. Belter preceded him in death 
April 23, 1976.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Frank (Pearl) Rathsack of Route 1, Mishicot, a 
brother, Edward of Manistee, three grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 4 o'clock this 
Tuesday afternoon where a memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. by members of VFW 
Post 3392.
Herald Times Reporter, September 25, 1979 P. 3
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(19 Mar 1898/Sep 1979/SSDI)


PEARL J. BELTER

Mrs. Pearl Belter, 76, of 2605 10th St., Two Rivers, died early Friday morning 
at Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Ralph Backman will officiate with burial in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Belter, nee Pearl Laurent, was born April 28, 1899, at Casco, daughter of 
the late August and Melanie Deperville Laurent. She was married to Fred Belter 
June 19, 1926, at Wukegan, Ill.
Survivors include her husband, two daughters, Mrs. Frank Rathsack, of Rt. 1, Two 
Rivers and Mrs. Elaine Papps, of New York; two brothers, George, of Green Bay and 
Clinton, of Milwaukee; four sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Lorge, of Manitowoc, Mrs. 
Alice Wells, of Flint, Mich., Mrs. Laura Helmer, of Brookfield and Mrs. Myron 
Bodart Sr., of Two Rivers, three grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Sunday.
Herald Times Reporter, April 23, 1976  P.14
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(28 Apr 1900/Apr 1976/SSDI)


ANTON BENESH

Anton Benesh, 96, formerly of 2117 Garfield St., Two Rivers, died Sunday 
evening at the Hamilton Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Richard Weber will officiate with burial in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Benesh was born Nov. 4, 1878, in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, son 
of the late Joseph and Mary Sinkkula Benesh. He married Lillian Kloida Dec. 31, 
1913, at Two Rivers. The couple farmed in Two Creeks until 1951 and then moved 
to Two Rivers. Mrs. Benesh died in 1963. He then resided with his daughter.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Herbert (Florence) Engelbrecht, of Two Rivers, 
a grandson, Douglas Engelbrecht, of Two Rivers and a granddaughter, Mrs. Gail 
Mahnke, of Battle Creek, Mich. Six brothers, four sisters and a grandchild 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 o'clock 
this Monday evening until the hour of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, December 30, 1974 P.3
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(03 Nov 1880/Dec 1974/SSDI)
(Cemetery record has d. 1974 also/stone is incorrect)


LILLIAN BENESH

Mrs. Anton Benesh, 68, of 1416 Lowell St., Two Rivers, a native of Kewaunee 
County, died early Friday morning at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, 2 p.m. at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Rev. T.F. 
Stern officiating. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery.
Mrs. Benesh, nee Lillian Kloida, was born May 5, 1895, in the Town of Carlton, 
Kewaunee County, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Kloida. She was married Dec. 23, 
1913, at Two Rivers to Anton Benesh. Until their retirement to Two Rivers in 
1951 the couple farmed on Rt. 1, Two Rivers. Mrs. Benesh had been employed at 
the Carron Net Co., Two Rivers.
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Herbert Engelbrecht, of Two 
Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Tillie Puls, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Two Rivers Reporter, December 6, 1963 P. T-3


ROMY BENINGHAUS

Romy Beninghaus, age 70, of 2622 12th St., Two Rivers, died Thursday afternoon, 
Jan. 13, 2005, at his residence, with his family at his side. 
A service for the comfort of the family and friends will be held at 11 a.m. 
Monday, Jan. 17, 2005, at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, by the 
Rev. David Scherbarth. Burial will follow at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Romy was born on July 30, 1934, in Sheboygan, son of the late Amos M. and Helen 
Sowoski Beninghaus. He attended St. Mark Grade School and graduated from 
Washington High School. On Oct. 13, 1956, he married Mary Lou Kupsch at St. 
Mark's Catholic Church. Romy was employed for many years at Eastman Manufacturing 
Co., Manitowoc, until his retirement. 
Survivors include his wife: Mary Lou Beninghaus, Two Rivers; one son: Mike 
Beninghaus and his special friend: Judy Schultz, Manitowoc; one brother and sister-
in-law: Wayne and Shirley Beninghaus, Florida; two brothers-in-law and their 
spouses: Robert and Susan Kupsch, Pembine; and Donald and Nancy Kupsch, Two Rivers. 
He is further survived by a godchild: Linda Todd and her family of Avon, Ind.; 
several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death 
by one brother and sister-in-law: Ronald and Maureen Beninghaus. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers, on Monday morning from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
According to Romy's wishes the casket will remain closed.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2005 


MARGE BENSON

Mrs. Oscar K. Benson, 56, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Town of Two Creeks, died at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Sunday noon where she had been a patient since 
Oct. 2.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. M.J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Benson, nee Marguerite Holford, was born Feb. 1, 1915, in Indian Territory, 
Oklahoma, a daughter of the late Washington and Myrtle Holford. She was graduated 
from Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City, with a degree in business 
administration, after which she served for several years as assistant secretary 
of the United Fund in that city. She was married at Oklahoma City to Oscar Benson 
May 4, 1937. The couple came to the Two Creeks area in 1940. For a number of 
years she was employed in the stenographic department of Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two 
Rivers.
Besides her husband she leaves her mother at Oklahoma city and a sister, Mrs. 
Lucile Lindsey, also of Oklahoma City.
Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 29, 1962 P.13
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[Marguerite H.]


EDNA E. BERG

Edna E. Berg, age 90, a resident of the Wisteria Haus, Two Rivers,
died early Saturday morning, March 4, 2000, at the Wisteria Haus.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 7, 2000,
at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David Arndt 
will officiate with burial to follow at Forest View Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
She was born April 20, 1909, in the town of Mishicot, daughter of
the late William F. and Bertha Retzlaff Engelland. She was a graduate
of Rangeline School and Washington High School, Two Rivers. She taught 
for eleven years before going into a temporary retirement upon her 
marriage. Edna returned to teaching and the job of obtaining her degree. 
In 1953, after earning her degree, she began teaching at Koenig School, 
Two Rivers. The next 21 years of her teaching career, were spent teaching 
grade schoolers in the same classroom at Koenig School. Edna married 
William Berg on November 10, 1938, at Two Rivers.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law,one daughter and son-in-law, 
four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, one brother and sister-in-law, 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded 
in death by four sisters, Adelia LeClair, Alice Sand, Evelyn Engelland,
Elsie White; two brothers, William and Arthur Engelland.
Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers, and at the church from 9:30 a.m. Tuesday until the time of 
service at 10:30 a.m.
The family wishes to acknowledge the wonderful care and attention Edna 
received while residing at the Wisteria Haus the last few months.
Memorials in Edna's name would be appreciated to the Lester Public Library, 
Two Rivers.
Please do not be afraid to cry it does relieve the pain. Remember, there
would be no flowers unless there was some rain.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 5, 2000


MARION BERG

Marion E. Berg, age 69, of 6513 Sunset Drive, Two Rivers, died on Wednesday 
evening, Dec. 9, 2009, at River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, 
Manitowoc, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Marion was born in Two Creeks on Jan. 10, 1940, to the late Alois and Florence 
(Eucke) Biel. She was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers, with 
the class of 1957, and on Sept. 12, 1959, married William (Bill) Berg at Our 
Savior Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The couple had recently celebrated 
their 50th wedding anniversary. Marion was employed at Paragon Electric Co. 
for 33 years, and after retirement, she dedicated many mornings to getting her 
two youngest grandsons on the school bus. She also worked at the polls for the 
town of Two Rivers for many years, and also spent a number of years greeting 
customers at the front gate and the concession stand of the 141 Speedway. She 
was a longtime, active member of St. John's Lutheran Church, and St. John's 
Ladies Society of Two Rivers. Marion enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, 
traveling, daily walks and watching and feeding the birds. Especially important 
to her, were the times spent with her friends and family.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, 
Beverly Sorenson.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, at St. 
John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the 
Rev. David Arndt, with burial to follow in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Relatives and friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th 
St., Two Rivers, from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday (TONIGHT), Dec. 11, 2009, and at the 
church on Saturday morning, after 9 a.m. until the hour of service at 10 a.m.
Memorials in Marion's name may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church.
Marion's family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Yetter, the 
intensive care unit at Aurora Medical Center, and the staff at River's Bend.
Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 11, 2009


EDWARD F. BERGE

Edward F. Berge, 56, of 1623 13th street, Two Rivers, died suddenly of a heart 
attack at the home Sunday morning.
Services will be held at 3 p.m., Tuesday at the Klein and Stangel funeral home 
with the Rev. M.J. Roehrdanz, pastor of the Emanuel Evangelical United Brethren 
church, officiating. Burial will be in Forest View cemetery, Two Rivers.
Born in Germany in 1892, Mr. Berge came to Two Rivers in 1923. He had been an 
employe of the Hamilton Manufacturing company, F. Eggers veneer and Paragon 
Electric plants.
Surviving are his wife, the former Ella Wolz Kohl; three step daughters, Mrs. 
Harriet Pickard and Mrs. Eleanor Langley of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Mabel Wallenfang 
of Milwaukee; and two step sons, Robert Kohl of Two Rivers and Fred Kohl of 
Milwaukee.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home this evening and until the hour of 
services Tuesday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 22, 1949 P.2
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[age 56 yrs.]


WILHELM BERKE

GERMAN ARMY VETERAN DIES
William Berke, 60, Expires At Municipal Hospital
In ill health for more than two years, William Berke, 60, 1816 12th street, 
who served three and one-half years in the infantry of the German army during 
the World War, died in Municipal hospital, where he had been a patient only 
one hour, at 11:45 Friday night.
Funeral services will be held at two o'clock Monday afternoon from the C.J. 
Jansky funeral parlor. The Rev. W.G. Haase, pastor of the St. John's Lutheran 
church will officiate. Interment will be in Forest View cemetery. The remains 
can be viewed at the Jansky funeral home from seven to nine o'clock tonight.
The deceased as born in Germany, Dec. 27, 1874. He was married in Germany and 
during the World War served in the infantry of the German army. Mr. and Mrs. 
Berge (sic) came to this country 11 years ago. For nine years he was employed 
in the type shop of the Hamilton Manufacturing company. Ill health two years 
ago caused his retirement.
Besides his widow he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Ida De Witt in Holland, and two 
sons, William and Otto in Germany.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, August 11, 1934 P.11


CHARLES BERMANN

Charles Bermann, 86, a resident of Manitowoc County Health Care Center, died 
Thursday,March 25, at the health care center.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate and burial will be 
in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Bermann was born Aug. 6, 1895, at Manitowoc, son of the late Carl and 
Augusta Schwantz Bermann. He married Florence Smith Feb. 7, 19?0. She preceded 
him in death in 1946. In 1949, he married Mary Yunk. She preceded him in death 
in January of 1953. Mr. Bermann was a retired employee of Mirro Aluminum 
Company.
Survivors include a brother, George Bermann of ubertus, Wis.; two sisters, Mrs. 
Herman (Tillie) Petersoon of Denmark, and Mrs. Milton (Verna) Hoppe of Forestville, 
and a niece, Mrs. Conrad (Betty) Vgel of Two Rivers. He was preceded in death by 
two sisters and a brother.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 5 o'clock this 
Friday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, Mar. 26, 1982  P. 3
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(6 Aug. 1895/Mar. 1982/SSDI)


FLORENCE BERMANN

Mrs. Charles Bermann, 35, of route 2, Two Rivers, died last night at the Holy 
Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., 
funeral home in Two Rivers, with burial in Holy Cross (sic) cemetery. The body 
may be viewed at the funeral home.
Mrs. Bermann, nee Florence Smith, was born in Miles City, Mont., in 1910 and 
the family moved later to Butternut, Wis., and in 1919 to Two Rivers.
She was married to Charles Bermann in 1929. The couple resided in Two Rivers 
for about three years and then moved to a farm in the town of Gibson. Two years 
later they took up residence in the town of Two Rivers.
Surviving, in addition to the husband, are three half-brothers, Clifford R. 
Smith of Linden, N.J., Carl Hartway of Park Falls, Wis., and Harry Hartway of 
Two Rivers; one half-sister, Mrs. Edward Eberhardt of Butternut.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, February 14, 1946 P. 2
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(Note: The newspaper has the wrong cemetery)


MARY BERMANN

A patient at the Theda Clark Memorial Hospital, Neenah the past two weeks, 
Mrs. Charles Bermann, 56, Tannery Road, town of Two Rivers, died Friday 
afternoon.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Calvary Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Frederick Marks officiating. Interment 
will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Bermann, the former Mary DeBauche Yunk, was born at Algoma in 1896, a 
daughter of the late Phillip and Adel Deprey DeBauche. She was married to 
Charles Berman at Manitowoc in 1949.
Besides her husband she is survived by a son, (private), two sisters, Mrs. 
Edward Riha of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Anton DeVore of Algoma; five brothers, 
Joseph and August of Two Rivers, Frank of Green Bay, Arthur of Gillette, and 
Nestor DeBauche of Manitowoc. There are six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 

2 p.m. Sunday until time of servicers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, January 31, 1953 P.2


AGNES A. BERNHARDT

Mrs. George Bernhardt, 69, of 3517 Tannery Rd., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning 
at Two Rivers municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, the Rev. A.L. Schmeling officiating. Burial will be in Forest View 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Bernhardt, nee Agnes Dvorak, was born June 19, 1900, at Shoto, a daughter of 
the late Stephen and Mary Sladkey Dvorak. She was married to George Bernhardt 
Oct. 30, 1923, at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers.
After the marriage, the couple farmed at Rt. 1, Two Rivers, until retiring in 1964 
and moving into Two Rivers. Mrs. Bernhardt was a member of the Ladies aid of Our 
Savior Church.
She leaves her husband and a sister, Mrs. Otto J. Sporer, of Rt. 1, Mishicot.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home from 3 p.m. Thursday 
until 10:30 a.m. Friday when the body will be taken to the church where it will 
lie in state from 11 a.m. until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, November 11, 1969 P. 20
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[Agnes Ann Bernhardt]
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Marriage of George/Agnes Bernhardt
The marriage of Miss Anna Dvorak of the Town of Two Rivers and George William 
Bernhardt of this city, was solemnized at St. Johns Lutheran Church at 10 oclock 
Tuesday morning. Rev. W.G. Haase performed the ceremony in the presence of many 
friends and relatives of the couple. Miss Martha Ihlenfeldt and Henry W. Dvorak 
were the attending couple. The event was duly celebrated at the home of the 
bride's parents where the guests gathered after the ceremony and a sumptuous 
dinner was served. The couple departed on a honeymoon sojourn via boat to Michigan 
and will return by rail.
Guests from our of town included Mr. and Mrs. Fred Shimek, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. 
Sladkey, Lena and Addie Sladkey,, Mr. and Mrs. John Rick, Mr. and Mrs. George 
Sladkey, all of Manitowoc ; Mr. and Mrs. Ad. Dvorak, Mrs. A. Ihlenfeldt of Mishicot, 
Wenzel Sykora, Frank Pivonka and Mrs. Edwin Sykora of Tisch Mills. The groom is a 
son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Bernhardt, 1511 Twenty-Second Street and the bride is 
a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Dvorak, well known farmers of the Town of Two 
Rivers.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 2, 1923


GEORGE W. BERNHARDT

George Bernhardt, 73, formerly of 3517 Tannery Rd., Two Rivers, died shortly 
before 6 pm Thursday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Extended Care Unit where 
he had been a patient for more than six months. Funeral services will be at 2 
pm Saturday at Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. A.L. 
Schmeling officiating. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery.
Mr. Bernhardt was born Dec. 14, 1896 in Two Rivers, a son of the late Albert 
and Sophia Mandel Bernhardt. He attended St. John Lutheran and public elementary 
schools at Two Rivers and was an Army veteran of World War I. He married the 
former Agnes Dvorak at St. John Church Oct. 30, 1923, after which the couple 
became engaged in farming on Rt. 1, Two Rivers. They retired in 1964, moving 
to Two Rivers. Mrs. Bernhardt died Nov. 11, 1969.
Surviving are a number of nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Klein and 
Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Until 10:30 am Saturday when the casket 
will be taken to the church where the body will lie in state after 11 am to the 
time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., July 10, 1970 page M16
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[bur. 07-11-1970/age 73 yrs.]
(14 Dec 1896/Jul 1970/SSDI)
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Marriage of George/Agnes Bernhardt
The marriage of Miss Anna Dvorak of the Town of Two Rivers and George William 
Bernhardt of this city, was solemnized at St. Johns Lutheran Church at 10 oclock 
Tuesday morning. Rev. W.G. Haase performed the ceremony in the presence of many 
friends and relatives of the couple. Miss Martha Ihlenfeldt and Henry W. Dvorak 
were the attending couple. The event was duly celebrated at the home of the 
bride's parents where the guests gathered after the ceremony and a sumptuous 
dinner was served. The couple departed on a honeymoon sojourn via boat to Michigan 
and will return by rail.
Guests from our of town included Mr. and Mrs. Fred Shimek, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. 
Sladkey, Lena and Addie Sladkey,, Mr. and Mrs. John Rick, Mr. and Mrs. George 
Sladkey, all of Manitowoc ; Mr. and Mrs. Ad. Dvorak, Mrs. A. Ihlenfeldt of Mishicot, 
Wenzel Sykora, Frank Pivonka and Mrs. Edwin Sykora of Tisch Mills. The groom is a 
son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Bernhardt, 1511 Twenty-Second Street and the bride is 
a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Dvorak, well known farmers of the Town of Two 
Rivers.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 2, 1923


CLARENCE "RED" BEVER

Clarence Red Bever 69 of 1413-30th St., Two Rivers died Thursday, 
Sept. 3, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 am. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be 
in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bever was born June 8, 1912, at Marshfield, son of the late Arnold 
and Mayme Beine Bever. He married Evelyn Natzke Nov. 10, 1939, at Two
Rivers. Mr. Bever was employed by Paragon Electric Company for 37 years, 
retiring nine years ago. He was a member of Senior Citizens, Eagles Club,
and Men of St. Luke.
Survivors include his wife, Evelyn, nieces, nephews, sisters and brothers-
in-law. He was preceded in death by two brothers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
after 3 o'clock this Friday afternoon where a Senior Citizens memorial 
service will be at 6 o'clock, followed by an Eagles memorial service at 
6:30 o'clock, and a parish memorial at 7 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, September 4, 1981 p.3
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From Funeral Card:
CLARENCE "RED" BEVER
Born June 8, 1912
Passed away September 3, 1981
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(08 Jun 1912/Sep 1981/SSDI)


EVELYN V. BEVER

Evelyn V. Bever, 74, of Two Rivers, died Wednesday morning, December 9, 1987 
at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David Scherbarth will officiate with burial at Forest 
View Cemetery.
Mrs. Bever was born August 9, 1913, at Wayside, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Bernard and Emma Copelle Natzke, She married Clarence Bever on November 
10, 1939 at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death September 3, 1981. Mrs. Bever
waz employed at Muellers Delica-Sea for many years and following her retirement 
she worked for Two Rivers Senior Center.
Survivors include a niece, with whom she made her home with and many other nieces
and nephews survive. She was preceded in death by four sisters, Cora Loppnow, 
Loleta Rose, Laura Stradel and Lovella Tisler.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 3 p.m. to 
8p.m. Friday and Saturday morning at the funeral home from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
with services to follow at 10:30 a.m at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church,
Two Rivers.

Funeral Card:
In Memory of
EVELYN V. BEVER
August 9, 1913
December 9, 1987
Services 10:30 P.M.
Saturday, December 12, 1987
St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Rev. David Scherbarth, Officiating
Place of Interment
Forest View Cemetery Two Rivers, Wisconsin
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(09 Aug 1913/09 Dec 1987/SSDI)


ALBERT BIRR

Albert Birr, 83, formerly of 2116 Washington St., Two Rivers, who with his 
wife had been residing at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, died shortly after noon 
Monday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 Wednesday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, the 
Rev. A.L. Schmeling officiating. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery.
Mr. Birr was born June 30, 1885, at Morgan, Oconto County, a son of the late 
Frank and Gustie Pillasch Birr. He married the former Helen Pagel at Morgan 
March 11, 1908.
The family moved to Two Rivers in 1919. Until his retirement 11 years ago, he 
was an employe of Mirro Aluminum Co. Plant No. 4 at Two Rivers. The couple had 
observed its 61st wedding anniversary in March.
Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Claude (Leona) Hanes of Rt. 1, 
Two Rivers; two sons, Alfred and Willard of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Herman 
Schlorf of Oconto Falls; a brother, August of Morgan; 22 grandchildren and 13 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, April 15, 1969 P.9
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(30 Jun 1885/Apr 1969/SSDI)


BERTHA BIRR

Mrs. Bertha Birr, 80, of 2114 Washington St., Two Rivers died Saturday afternoon 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient for three weeks. 
Funeral services will be at 2pm Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Birr, nee Bertha Pagel was born May 26, 1884 at Oconto Falls, a daughter of 
the late Albert and Pauline Klawitter Pagel. She attended schools at Spruce and 
Oconto and later taught school at Coleman and Samson. She was married May 9, 1906 
to Charles Birr at Kelly Brook, Wis. Shortly after the couple moved to Two Rivers 
where she resided since. Her husband preceded her in death seven years ago. She 
was a member of the Two Rivers Golden Age Club and St. John congregation. 
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Michael Waier, of Two Rivers; a son, Royce, of Utica, 
N.Y.; a sister, Mrs. Albert Birr, of Two Rivers; four brothers, Howard, of Two 
Rivers, Arno of Milwaukee, Emil of Lena and August, of Townsend, five grandchildren 
and seven great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers until the time 
of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times April 5, 1965 p.11


CHARLES E. BIRR

Charles E. Birr, 77, of 2114 Washington St., Two Rivers, a retired longtime 
employe of Plant No. 1 of Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers, died early Saturday 
night, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been a patient for a 
few days.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Birr was born Aug. 1?, 1880, at Morgan, Oconto County, Wis., son of the 
late Frank and Augusta Pillasch Birr. He attended the district school at Morgan 
and farmed with his parents in his young manhood. May 9, 1906, he married the 
former Bertha Pagel at Kelly Brook, Oconto County, and the couple took up 
farming there for several years, coming to Two Rivers in 1912. Since February, 
1920, he was employed continuously at the Mirro company where he was engaged as 
a die setter in the percolator department for many years up to his retirement in 
1951. He was active in the Golden Age Club of Two Rivers and was also a member 
of the Mirro 25-Year-Club.
Besides his wife he leaves a son, Ruyer of Yuca, N.Y., a daughter, Mrs. Michael 
Water of Two Rivers, a sister, Mrs. Herman Schlerf of Oconto Falls; four brothers, 
John and August of Oconto Falls, Albert of Two Rivers, and Ernest of Horicon, 
Wis., and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, until 11 a.m. 
Tuesday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 10, 1958 P.25
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[Charles Emil Birr]


HELEN BIRR

Mrs. Helen Birr, 85, formerly of 2116 Washington St., Two Rivers, died 
Wednesday afternoon at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. John Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate and burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Birr was born Helen Pagel June 21, 1887, at Spruce, Wis., daughter of 
the late Albert and Pauline Klawitter Pagel. She was married to Albert W. 
Birr March 11, 1908, at Morgan, Wis. They came to Two Rivers in 1919. Her 
husband preceded her in death April 14, 1969.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Claude (Leona) Hanes, of R. 1, Two Rivers; 
two sons, Alfred and Willard, of Two Rivers; three brothers, August of 
Townsend, Wis., Arno, of Milwaukee and Emil, of Spruce; 22 granchildren and 
23 great grandchildren.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers, and at the church after 11 a.m. Saturday.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. January 4, 1973
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(21 Jun 1887/Jan 1973/SSDI)


EDWARD J. BIRRINGER

Edward J. Birringer, 79, of 8714 Hershau Road, Cato, Wis., died Wednesday, 
May 26, at the residence following a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman will officiate 
and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Birringer was born Aug. 15, 1902, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late 
Nicholas and Anna Orth Birringer. He resided in Manitowoc County all his life. 
He married Linda Agnes Eller, Oct. 19, 1920, at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis 
Creek. The couple owned and operated a dairy farm at Route 1, Cato, for 40 years, 
retiring in 1976. Mrs. Birringer preceded him in death Jan. 31, 1982. Mr. Birringer 
was a member of Branch Volunteer Fire Department.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Paul and Dolores of rural route 
Cato, and Raymond and Gloria of Enterprise, Ala.; two daughters and sons-in-law, 
Lorraine and Gregory Schuh of Ontario, Calif., and Marion and Richard Ploeckelman 
of Dallas, Texas; a brother, Frank of Frisco, Ala.; nine grandchildren and five 
great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters, two brothers, and a 
grandson, Thomas.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday where a prayer 
service will be conducted at 6:30 p.m. by Father Berryman.
Herald Times Reporter, May 27, 1982 P.3
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(15 Aug 1902/May 1982/SSDI)


LINDA A. BIRRINGER

Mrs. Edward (Linda) Birringer, 81, of 8714 Hershau Rd., Cato, Wis., died Sunday 
morning, January 31, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 
a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman will 
celebrate the Mass of Resurrection and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Birringer, nee Linda Agnes Eller, was born Dec. 5, 1900, in the Town of 
Two Rivers, daughter of the late August and Minnie Schmidt Eller. She was a 
lifelong Manitowoc County resident. She was married to Edward J. Birringer 
Oct. 19, 1920, at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The couple owned 
and operated a dairy farm on Route 1, Cato, for 40 years, retiring in 1976. 
Survivors include her husband, Edward J. two sons and daughters-in-law, Paul 
and Dolores Birringer of Route 1, Cato, and Raymond and Gloria Birringer of 
Enterprise, Ala.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Lorraine and Gregory Schuh 
of Ontario, Calif., and Marion and Richard Ploeckelman of Dallas, Tex.; two 
brothers, August Eller of Green Bay and Arnold Eller of Falls Church, Va.; a 
sister, Mrs. George (Mabel) Koltz of Manitowoc, nine grandchildren and five 
great grandchildren. A brother, Wilbert, a sister, Hilda and a grandson, Thomas 
preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday. A prayer 
service will be at 7:30 p.m. led by Father Berryman. 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb 1, 1982 P. 3
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(05 Dec 1900/Jan 1982/SSDI)


FRED G. BISHOP

Fred Bishop, Former School Leader, Dies (photo)
TWO RIVERS-Fred G. Bishop, 82, former assistant state superintendent of public 
instruction, superintendent of Two Rivers Public Schools for 24 years and who 
had assisted in the planning of the present Washington High School building, 
is dead. 
Mr. Bishop, who had been a resident of Shady Lane Home at Manitowoc for the past 
year and who also was credited with the development of the Washington High School 
outdoor athletic facilities, including its highly praised bowl built in an area 
along the East Twin River that formerly was a dumping grounds for automobile 
bodies, died unexpectedly late Wednesday afternoon of a heart attack while visitng 
at Burlington, Vt. He had gone to Burlington three weeks ago to visit with a 
daughter, Vivian, wife of Herbert Von Aden of Oxford, Ohio, who is teaching a 
summer session at the University of Vermont.
Oshkosh State Grad
Born March 23, 1885, at Beetown, Wis., son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Bishop, 
Mr. Bishop attended the public elementary and high school at Cassville, Wis. He 
enrolled at what is now Oshkosh State University at Oshkosh, from which he was 
graduated. Later he entered the University of Wisconsin from which he was also 
graduated. His master's degree was gained at Columbia University, New York City.
From a teaching position at Shawano, he came to Two Rivers as superintendent of 
schools in 1919, succeeding the late W.T. Darling. During the construction of the 
present Washington High School building he had a major role in its planning. From 
automobile body dumping grounds in early 1930's he directed the construction on a 
WPA project of the present Washington High School bowl which received high praise 
from coaches of professional football teams in training there, including the 
Philadelphia Eagles.
In 1943, he was appointed assistant state superintendent of public instruction under 
the administration of the late John M. Callahan. In 1949, he left the position to 
teach at the former Milwaukee State Teachers College. Later he became an instructor 
at Manchester College at North Manchester, Ind., retiring at the age of 70.
He was a member of the Blue Lodge of Masons and its affiliate bodies, including 
Tripoli Shrine Temple of Milwaukee.
Survivors
Besides his wife, the former Mildred White, whom he married at Winona, Minn., 
Aug. 31, 1911, he leaves another daughter, Mrs. Neil Peacock, of Sheboygan, a son, 
Vaughn, of Sacramento, Calif., a sister, Mrs. Ruth Beeresford, of Dubuque, Iowa, 
five grandchildren and a great grandson.
Masonic Funeral services will be at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Deja & Martin Funeral 
Chapels here, conducted by Two Rivers Lodge No. 200, F. & A.M. Burial will be in 
Wisconsin Memorial Park Mausoleum, Milwaukee.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after noon Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 3, 1967 P.12
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(Note: His obituary says he is in Milwaukee, but his stone is here)
(23 Mar 1885/Aug 1967/SSDI)


MILDRED BISHOP

Mrs. Mildred Bishop, 79, former Two Rivers resident and widow of Fred G. Bishop, 
former superintendent of Two Rivers schools, died Tuesday afternoon at Manitowoc 
County Hospital where she had resided for several years.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers. Services will be conducted by Order of Eastern Star, Chapter 299, and 
burial will be in Forest view Cemetery.
Mrs. Bishop, nee Mildred White, was born Aug. 16, 1889, at Wonewoc, daughter of 
the late William and Catherine Smith White. She was married to Fred G. Bishop on 
Aug. 31, 1911, at Winona, Minn. He preceded her in death Aug. 2, 1967.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Herbert VonAden, of Oxford, Ohio, and Mrs. 
Neil Peacock, of Sheboygan a son, Vaughn, of Sacramento, Calif., five grandchildren 
and one great grandson.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday. The family 
requests memorials to the Fred G. Bishop Memorial Fund of at Washington High 
School, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 18, 1969  P. T9


JUNE C. BLAHA



June Carol Blaha, age 76, of Two Rivers, passed away Wednesday, 
Dec. 10, 2003 at her residence, following a brief bout with the 
flu.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13, 
2003 at Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating 
at the service will be the Rev. Kay S. Richter, with burial to follow 
in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
A native of Two Rivers, June was born Jan. 27, 1927 to the late Erwin 
and Norma (Pfingsten) Schroeder. She attended public schools in Two 
Rivers, graduating from Washington High School with the class of 1944, 
She went on to major in English and minor in math at the University of 
Wisconsin-Madison. After graduation with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 
English, she returned to the area to teach English at Mishicot High 
School, and was married to Richard A. Blaha on June 10, 1950 at St. 
John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death 
on Oct. 27, 1994.
Later, she turned to volunteer work and was active as a Girl Scout leader 
and served on the board of the Family Service Association, among other 
activities. She was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church, and has been a 
resident of the Wisteria Haus in Two Rivers for several years.
Still an avid walker, June participated with her family in Door County's 
Potawatomi Park "Run Wild' race in October, and placed second in the over 
70 category, winning her second trophy. A long-time Packer fan, she
attended the October, Packer/Seahawk game, and tailgated once again with 
family and friends. She loved to knit, and gifted her children and
grandchildren with lots of sweaters, mittens and scarves. She and her 
late husband Dick also cherished time with family in Door County.
She is survived by her three daughters and sons-in-law; she also leaves 
behind six adored grandchildren. She is further survived by two sisters-
in-law; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
In addition to her parents, and husband, Dick, she was preceded in death 
by brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law: Wilbur Blaha, Don Burden and 
Frederick and Elizabeth Brackett.
Relatives and friends may call at Calvary Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, 
after 9 a.m. on Saturday until the hour of service at 10:30 a.m. There 
will be no visitation this evening.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the Blaha family 
with funeral arrangements.
June's family expresses their sincerest gratitude to the entire staff at 
the Wisteria Haus for the wonderful care given to Mom over the years. Your 
kindness will always be remembered by our family
Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 12, 2003


RICHARD A. BLAHA

Richard A. Blaha, age 68, of 2727 33rd St., Two Rivers, died Thursday morning, 
October 27, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center Hospice, after a brave 
struggle with lung cancer.
Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 29, 1994, at the Deja and 
Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. Rev. John Blaha of Green Bay will officiate 
with burial to follow at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born on June 21, 1926, in Two Rivers, son of the late Dan and Esther Nocker 
Blaha. He graduated from Washington High School in 1944, where he excelled in 
track and basketball. He served in the United States Navy from 1944 to 1946, and 
then attended the University of Wisconsin Manitowoc. On June 10, 1950, he was 
married to the former Jane Schroeder, at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. He was the accountant and later owner of the East Side Auto Chevrolet 
dealership in Two Rivers. He later served as accountant for the Two Rivers Community 
Hospital and the Hamilton Memorial Home. He retired in 1990 and enjoyed time spent 
in Door County.
Survivors include his wife, June; three daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Michael 
LeClair, Mishicot; Brenda and Tom Koch, Houston, Texas, Jenny and Kurt Rebholz, West 
Bend; three grandchildren, Nicholas and Brenna Le Clair and Chelsea Koch; one sister, 
Elaine Burden, Las Vegas, Nev.; one brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Gertie Blaha, 
Two Rivers; one brother-in-law, Frederick Brackett, Orlando, Fla.; a number of nieces 
and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Brackett and 
one brother-in-law, Don Burden.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 6-8 p.m. Friday evening.
The family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society in support 
of Lung Cancer research.
Family gives special thanks to the doctors and staff at Froedert Lutheran Memorial 
Hospital in Milwaukee and the doctors and staff at the Holy Family Memorial Oncology 
Unit and Hospice.
Herald Times Reporter, October 27, 1994  P. A2


EARL GUY BLAKE

Earl G. Blake, age 75, of 2423 16th St., Two Rivers, died Saturday, February 8, 
1997, at his residence.
Private Family Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, February 12, 1997, at 
Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. 
Kim Henning and burial will follow at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Earl was born September 16, 1921, in Rhinelander, son of the late Guy and Evelyn 
Edwards Blake. On December 31, 1942,  he married the former Elizabeth Holmes in 
Marquette, Mich. Mr. Blake was employed at Fischer Hamilton for 21 years retiring 
in 1987. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and a member of Woodland Dunes Nature 
Center.
Survivors include his wife, Betty Blake, Two Rivers; two daughters and sons-in-law, 
Evelyn and Butch Walske, Valma and Gene Avery, all of Two Rivers; one son and 
daughter-in-law, Earl and Becky Blake, Two Rivers; nine grandchildren, Gerald (Sherry) 
Loucks, Two Rivers, Danny Loucks, Green Bay, Shelly Loucks, Scott Loucks, Tim (Robin) 
Loucks, all of Two Rivers, Debbie (Paul) Glowinski, Whitelaw, Brandon, Derick and 
Travis Blake, Two Rivers; 17 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Grace Kaminski, 
Manitowoc, Lucille Coopman, Kansas City, Mo.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
many friends also survive. He was preceded in death by one brother, Clarence Blake, 
Menomonee, Mich.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home on Tuesday evening from 5-8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, February 10, 1997 P.A2


ELIZABETH V. BLAKE

Elizabeth V. Blake, age 82, of 2423 S. 16th St., died on Tuesday morning, 
March 11, 2008, at her daughter's residence. 
Elizabeth was born on March 19, 1925, in Northland, Mich., daughter of the 
late Pete and Nancy Holmes. On Dec. 31, 1942, Elizabeth married Earl Blake 
in Marquette, Mich. He preceded her in death on Feb. 8, 1997. She was 
employed at Hamilton Manufacturing Company for 25 years, retiring in 1990. 
Elizabeth enjoyed the cabins up north, playing cards, watching animals and 
her flowerbeds. She enjoyed going to the casino and rummage sales and 
spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 14, 2008, at 
Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. 
Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Kim Henning, with burial to 
follow at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, March 13, 2008, 
at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home from 5 to 8 p.m. 
Visitation will continue on Friday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of 
service at 11 a.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 13, 2008 


ANTON BLAZEI

Anton G. Blazei, age 86, of E3202 Old Settlers Road, Kewaunee, died Tuesday, 
May 7, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 10, 1996, at St. Joseph 
Church, Norman. Rev. Lawrence Gerend will officiate with burial in Forest View 
Cemetery.
He was born February 10, 1910, in the town of Carlton, son of the late Anton 
and Constance Kazmierczak Blazei. He attended the Norman School and graduated 
from Kewuanee High School. He then operated the family farm all his life. He 
was a member of St. Joseph Church, Norman,and the Holy Name Society. Anton 
married Rose Bouda September 4, 1937, at St. Joseph Chruch, Norman. She 
preceded him in death September 16, 1995.
Survivors include three sisters, Rose Selner, Kewaunee, Ann Rymarz, Waukesha, 
Martha Rymarz, Milwaukee; three sisters-in-law, Frances Sporer, Manitowoc, Ann 
Oswald, Norman, Emily Dufek, Two Rivers; several neices and nephews including a 
special nephew, Tom Oswald, special nieces, Sarah Oswald and Mary Ann Coppens. 
He was preceded in death by one brother, Joseph Blazei, one sister, Mary 
Kostrewski, a brother-in-law, Frank Bouda and sister-in-law, Marcella Bouda.
Friends may call at 3 p.m. Thursday at Buchanan Funeral Home and until 10:30 a.m. 
Friday. A wake service will be at 8 p.m. Thursday.
Herald Times Reporter, May 8, 1996 P. A2


ROSE BLAZEI

Mrs. Anton (Rose) Blazei, age 88, of E3202 Old Settlers Rd., Kewaunee, died 
Saturday, September 16, 1995, at home.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Septmeber 20, 1995, at 
St. Joseph's Church, Norman. Rev. Lawrence Gerend will officiate with burial 
in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born March 8, 1907, in the town of Franklin, daughter of the late James 
and Mary Volin Bouda. In 1925, she graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, 
and in 1926, she gratuated from Manitowoc Teachers College. She then taught in 
several schools in Kewaunee County. She married Anton Blazei, Septmeber 4, 1937, 
at St. Joseph's Church, Norman. Rose was a lifelong member of St. Johseph's 
Church and the Rosary Society.
Survivors include her husband, Anton; three sisters, Frances Sporer, Manitowoc, 
Emily Duffeck, Two Rivers, Ann Oswald, Kewaunee County. She was preceded in 
death by one brother, Frank Bouda, and one sister, Marcella Bouda.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Buchanan Funeral Home, 1425 Ellis 
St., Kewuanee, and until the time of service on Wednesday. A Wake Service will 
be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Herald Times Reporter, September 18, 1995 P. A2


BRUCE B. BLEEKER

Bruce B. Bleeker, 21, of 2219 1/2 School Street, Two Rivers, died early Saturday 
morning, September 3, 1988, as a result of an automobile accident.
Funeral services were held 11 a.m. Monday at Faith Evangelical Free Church, 
Manitowoc. Rev. John White officiated.
Bruce was born October 16, 1966, at New Londaon, Connecticut, son of Ivan and 
Natalie Kent Bleeker. Bruce was employed at Eells Electric, Mishicot. He attended 
Washington High School in Two Rivers his freshman and sophomore years, and then 
graduated from Fitch High School, Groton, Connecticut.
Survivors include his mother, Natalie Kent of Gales Ferry, Connecticut; his father 
and step mother, Ivan and Sara Bleeker of Two Rivers; five sisters, Londa Bleeker, 
Jessica Bleeker, Glenda Bleeker, Katie Bleeker and Dawn Bleeker; two brothers, 
Joshua Bleeker and Mike Wasilkoff, all of Two Rivers; his maternal grandmother, 
Inez Kent of Groton, Connecticut and his paternal grandmother, Grace Bleeker of 
Raymond South Dakota.
Memorials may be sent to Faith Evangelical Free Church, Manitowoc. Klein and 
Stangel Inc, Funeral Home, Two Rivers assisted the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 6, 1988 P. 18
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[bur. 09-07-1988]


IVAN L. "IKE" BLEEKER

Ivan L. (Ike) Bleeker, age 53, of 3017 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Monday, 
April 18, 1994, at home.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 21, 1994, at Faith 
Evangelical Free Church, Manitowoc. Rev. John White will officiate. The Committal 
Service will take place at 2 p.m. Thursday, at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers, 
Rev. Kim Henning will officiate.
He was born May 28, 1940, in Rock Rapids, Iowa, son of the late Hiram and Grace 
Burfeindt Bleeker. He married Sara Shaw on April 12, 1977, in Iron Mountain, Mich. 
Ivan is a graduate of George High School in George, Iowa, class of 1958. He served 
for seven years in the United States Navy Nuclear Submarine Program and upon his 
discahrge from the Navy in 1967, he was employed by the Wisconsin Electric Power 
Company at Point Beach Nuclear Plant for 27 years of which 17 years he spent as a 
shift superintendent. He and his family attended the Faith Evangelical Free Church, 
Manitowoc. He was an avid sportsman, hunter and fisherman and was president of the 
Two Rivers Wrestling Club. Ike was a proud family man and was very involved as a 
father to his eight children.
Survivors include his wife, Sara, Two Rivers; two sons, Michael Wasilkoff and Joshua 
Bleeker, at home; five daughters, Londa Bleeker, Green Bay, Jessica, Glenda, Katie, 
and Dawn Bleeker, all at home; three brothers, Dr. Elton and Florence Bleeker, Apache 
Junction, Ariz., Lemoyne and Leola Bleeker, George, Iowa, Melvyn and Jan Bleeker, 
Minneapolis, Minn.; two sisters, Alvira and John Foiles, Raymond, S.D., Celesta 
Bleeker, Roseville, Minn.; two brothers-in-law and one (sic) sister-in-law, David 
and Janice Shaw, Ralph and Carolyn Weirich, all of Baraboo; one sister-in-law and 
brother-in-law, Susan and John Meyer, Oshkosh; his mother-in-law, Daunene (Shaw) 
Jelinek, Baraboo; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was 
preceded in death by a son, Bruce Bleeker.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday, 
April 20, 1994, and at the church from 9 until 10:30 a.m. Thursday.
Ike, we will miss your mortal earthly presence in our lives but confidently and with 
great anticipation look forward to our eternal reunion in heaven with you and our 
Christian family and Jesus Christ. Come celebrate Ike's final earthly journey and 
his entrance into eternal life with Jesus Christ.
Herald Times Reporter, Arpil 19, 1994 P. A2


BOZENA BOEHM

Mrs. Bozena Boehm, 75, of 3606 Columbus St., Two Rivers, died early Tuesday 
night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he (sic) had been a patient 
three weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Calvary Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. Carl L. Ipsen officiating. Burial will be in Forest View 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Boehm, nee Bozena Doleysh, was born Jan. 14, 1885, at Kewaunee, daughter 
of the late Wenzel and Stazie Wattawa Doleysh. She was married at Kewaunee 
March 17, 1907, to John V. Boehm. The family came to Two Rivers 40 years ago, 
where Mr. Boehm died Sept. 23, 1952.
Surviving are a daugher, Mrs. Philip Schnorr of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. 
Victor Pawlovich of Miller, S.D.; three grandchildren and six great grand-
children.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home until 9 a.m. 
Thursday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie 
in state from 11:00 a.m. to the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 15, 1960 P.31


JOHN V. BOEHM

John V. Boehm, a Two Rivers painting contractor for the past 30 years, residing 
at Edgewood Place, Route 1, Two Rivers, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital 
Tuesday afternoon, where he had been a patient since Sunday. He had been in 
failing health for a number of weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Calvary Evangelical United 
Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Frederick A. Marks officiating. Interment 
will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Born in Algoma in 1883 (sic), a son of the late Frank and Catherine Cenefeldt 
Boehm, he married the former Bozena Doleysh in Kewaunee in 1907. The family lived 
in Kewaunee until 1922 when Mr. Boehm moved to Two Rivers to engage in painting 
contracting.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Philip Schnorr of Two Rivers, a sister, 
Mrs. A.B. Jorgensen of Kewasku, three grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, until the 
time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 24, 1952 P.2
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News article:
FIRE DESTROYS BARN AND GRANARY
Fire destroys the barn and granary of John Boehm, town of Two Rivers Wednesday 
morning with practically all farm machinery. Three horses, a cow and a calf were 
consumed in the blaze. The Boehm farm is located nearly two miles southeast of 
the Braun's Inn. The loss is estimated at $4000 partly covered by insurance. The 
family had just left to join in the celebration at Kewaunee and when nearly a 
half mile from home they thought to look back and observed the barn on fire. They 
immediately returned. Neighbors came to their assistance but the fire was beyond 
control. The wind was favorable which fact saved the home from destruction.
The Reporter, Fri., July 6, 1923


JAMES BOESELAGER

James V. Boeselager, age 76, of 1821 Hawthorne Ave., Two Rivers, died Wednesday, 
Oct. 5, 2005 at his residence. 
Jim was born Oct. 13, 1928, in Kiel, son of the late Ervin and Viola (Zimmerman) 
Boeselager. He was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers. On Sept. 2, 
1950, Jim married Mary Ellen Nauman at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
She preceded him in death on Jan. 22, 2002. Jim was an electrician for 36 years 
at Formrite Tube Company, Two Rivers, retiring in 1992, and was a member of the 
City of Two Rivers Electrical Board. He was very active with committees and the 
people at St. Mark Catholic Church for many years. Jim was also a member of 
several snowmobile clubs and was an instructor for snowmobile safety courses. 
Survivors include five daughters and four sons-in-law: Ruth Ann and Michael Fenhouse, 
Superior; Mary and Steve Sexton, Ottumwa, Iowa; Holly and Larry Vallard, Glendive, 
Mont.; Amy and Don Buth, Two Rivers; Jill Schultz, Glenbeulah; one son and daughter-
in-law: Patrick and Mary Boeselager, De Pere; 10 grandchildren: Josh, Cara, Benjamin, 
Sarah, Mat, Tyghe, Hannah, Sam, Bill and Brooke; two step-grandsons: Greg and Konrad; 
one great-grandchild: Christian; one sister: Jean Levy, Two Rivers; and one brother 
and sister-in-law: Jerry and Anita Boeselager, Nebraska. Nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive. Jim was preceded in death by one brother-in-law: 
Edward Levy. 
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Oct. 10, 2005 at St. Peter the 
Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. 
William O'Brien. In accordance with Jim's wishes, his body was donated to the 
University of Wisconsin Medical School at Madison. His cremated remains will be 
buried at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers, at a later date. The family will greet 
relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Church from 10 a.m. until the time 
of service at 11 a.m. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center is 
assisting the Boeselager family with funeral arrangements. 
Jim loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, and most of all he loved his 
dog, "Misty." 
Jim's family would like to extend a very special thank you to Dr. Thayer, whom Jim 
considered a special friend as well as his physician. The family would also like to 
extend a special thank you to Dr. Thayer's nurse, Karen, and staff. Jim will be 
greatly missed by his family and many friends. 
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer memorials.
Herald Times Reporter, October 2005  


MARY ELLEN BOESELAGER

Mary Ellen Boeselager, age 70, of Two Rivers, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2002 
at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, Jan. 25, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. at St. 
Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass will be the Rev. 
Larry Seidl. In accordance with Mary Ellen's wishes, her body was donated 
to the UW Medical School at Madison. Her cremated remains will be buried 
at Holy Cross Cemetery(sic), Two Rivers, at a later date.
Mary Ellen was born on July 17, 1931 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late 
August and Mae Cain Nauman. She attended St. Mary's Springs Academy in
Fond du Lac, Wis., graduating with the class of 1949. On Sept. 2, 1950, 
Mary Ellen married James Boeselager at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers.
Survivors include her husband, James Boeselager, Two Rivers; one son and 
daughter-in-law, Patrick and Mary Boeselager, De Pere; five daughters and 
four sons-in-law, Ruth Ann and Michael Fenhouse, Superior, Mary and Steve 
Sexton, Ottumwa, Iowa, Holly and Larry Vallard, Gelndive, Mont., Amy and 
Don Buth, Two Rivers, Jill Shcultz, Glenbeulah, Wis.; 10 grandchildren, Josh, 
Cara and Benjamin Fenhouse, Sarah and Mat Sexton, Tyghe Vallard, Hannah 
and Sam Buth, Billy and Brook Schultz; one sister and brother-in-law, Katherine 
and Lowell Watson, Las Vegas, Nev. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends, including her special bridge playing friends. Mary 
Ellen was also preceded in death by an infant sister.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, Jan. 25, 2002 at 
St. Mark Catholic Church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30 
a.m.
The family extends their heart-felt thanks to the entire staff of Aurora 
Medical Center for the kindness, care, and concern given to Mary Ellen,
especially in the ICU and the Respiratory Unit Therapists.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home & Cremation Care center is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 23, 2002 p.A6


BIRDEENA F. "BIRD" BOHM

Birdeena Bohm, 81, of 2121 15th St., Two Rivers, died last Wednesday morning, 
October ?, 1989 at Two Rivers Community Hospital.  Funeral services will be 11 
am Friday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David 
Scherbarth will officiate and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mrs. Bohm was born June 21, 1908 in Shawano County, daughter of the late Louis 
and Lillian ? Hempel. She was employed at Schwartz Manufacturing Company for a 
number of years. Mrs. Bohm was a member of St. John Ladies Society. She married 
Elmer Bohm, October 14, 19? At Menominee, Michigan. He preceded her in death 
March 10, 1987.
Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Bethel and Irene Bohm and 
Norris Bohm, all of Two Rivers; three daughters and sons-in-law, Donna and Elwood 
Rieck, Norrine and Duane Swoboda, all of Two Rivers, Marilyn and Richard Walters 
of Manitowoc; a brother and sister-in-law, Harold and Marilyn Hempel of Las Vegas; 
a sister Hazel Winterhalter of Milwaukee; 13 grandchildren and 14 great 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Patrick Bohm.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 6 pm 
this Thursday and after 9 am Friday at the church until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Oct. 19, 1989 page B11
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[bur.10-20-1989/age 81 yrs.]
(21 Jun 1908/Oct 1989/SSDI)


ELMER A. "JAKE" BOHM

Elmer A. (Jake) Bohm, 81, of 2421 15th St., Two Rivers, died late Tuesday morning, 
March 10, 1987 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 
11 am Thursday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. 
Edward Stelter will officiate and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Bohm was born November 18, 1905, in Shawano County, son of the late Edward 
and Ida Gilman Bohm. He attended school in Shawano County. Mr. Bohm was later 
employed at Mirro Aluminum for a number of years and for 8 years prior to his 
retirement he was employed at Hamilton Industries. He married Birdeena Hampel 
October 14, 1924 at Menominee, Michigan.
Survivors include his wife, two sons and a daughter-in-law, Bethel and Irene Bohm 
of Two Rivers and Norris Bohm of Milwaukee; three daughters and sons-in-law, Dona 
and Elwood Reick of Two Rivers, Marilyn and Richard Walters of Manitowoc and 
Norrine and Duane Swoboda of Two Rivers; a brother, LaVerne of Two Rivers; a 
sister, Mrs. Laura Gates of Two Rivers; 13 grandchildren and 12 great 
grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by a brother, Arthur, two sisters, Etta Dufano and 
Irene Schnese and a grandson, Patrick Bohm.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral chapels, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm 
this Wednesday and after 9 am Thursday at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., March 11, 1987 page 10
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[bur. 03-12-1987/age 81 yrs.]
(18 Nov 1905/Mar 1987/SSDI)


LAVERN E. 'BOOMER' BOHM

LaVern E. "Boomer" Bohm, age 85, of Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon,
June 20, 2006, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 23, 2006, at St.
John's Evanelical Lutheran Church, 17th and East Park Street, Two Rivers. 
Officiating at the service will be the Rev. David Arndt with burial in 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born on April 10, 1921, in Angelica, Shawano County, a son of the 
late Edward and Ida Ollman Bohm. He attended school in Green Valley. On 
May 24, 1945, he married the former Joyce Meneau, in Two Rivers. LaVern 
served in the U.S. Army in Germany from Aug. 25, 1945 until Aug. 4, 1946.
He was a member of VFW Post 1248, Two Rivers. He was employed at the Metal 
Ware Co. as a press operator for many years. He played softball for the 
Two Rivers Cubs and was the manager of the Labor Hall Team. He also enjoyed 
fishing and bowling.
Survivors include his wife: Joyce Bohm; a son and daughter-in-law; two 
daughters and sons-in-law; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. 
He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 
He was also preceded in death by two brothers: Arthur and Elmer Bohm; and 
three sisters: Etta Dufano, Irene Schnese and Laura Gates.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran 
Church on Friday morning, June 23, 2006, from 9 a.m. until the time of service 
at 11a.m.
Memorials may be made to St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church or Manitowoc 
Lutheran High School.
God saw he was getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms 
around him, and whispered, "Come with me." With tearful eyes we watched 
him fade away; although we loved him dearly we could not make him stay. 
A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands came to rest. God broke 
our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.
Herald Times Reporter, June 22, 2006


ARTHUR BOELTE

Arthur J. Boelte, 96, died Thursday, August 10, 1989 at Rose City, Michigan. 
Burial will be Monday at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Boelte was born in Columbus, Wisconsin. He married the former Emma E. Kelp 
in Two Rivers. She preceded him in death in 1969. He later married Irma E. 
Buschke of Two Rivers in 1975. She preceded him in death in 1987. Mr. Boelte 
was a machinist at Hamilton.
Survivors include a daughter, Mary Ann McKellar of Rose City, Michigan. Klein 
and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, assisted the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Aug. 13, 1989 page B10
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(16 Jun 1893/10 Aug 1989/SSDI)
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Arthur Boelte and Miss Emma Keip plighted their troth at St. John's parsonage 
last Saturday, Rev. Doehler performing the ceremony. The couple are comparatively 
new residents here but have already acquired many friends.
The Reporter, Thurs., Nov. 29, 1917


EMMA E. BOELTE

Mrs. Arthur Boelte, 77, of 1817-13th St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services are incomplete and are being handled by Klein and Stangel, 
Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Boelte, nee Emma Keip, was born July 1, 1891, in Wood County, a daughter 
of the late Fred and Minnie Ahrndt Keip. In her young womanhood she came to 
Two Rivers, where she was married Nov. 24, 1917, to Arhtur Boelte. She was a 
longtime member of Rebekah Lodge No. 163 and had served as its noble grand.
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Carl McKellar of Rose city, 
Mich.; three sisters, Mrs. Joseph Cummings of Appleton, Mrs. Rose Miller of 
New London, and Mrs. Edward Dallman of Two Rivers; three brothers, Fred and 
Alvin of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and Edward F. of Two Rivers, and two grand-
children.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 25, 1969 P.25
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Funeral services for Mrs. Arthur Boelte, 77, of 1817-13th St., Two Rivers, 
who died Tuesday, will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Ralph C. Sandgren of Appleton will officiate and burial 
will be in Forest View Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial services will be 
conducted by Rebekah Lodge No. 163 at 7:30 o'clock this Thursday evening.
Among the survivors is a sister, Mrs. Anna Miller, of New London.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, June 26, 1969 P.19
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(b. 1 Jul 1891/d. Jun 1969/SSDI)
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Arthur Boelte and Miss Emma Keip plighted their troth at St. John's parsonage 
last Saturday, Rev. Doehler performing the ceremony. The couple are comparatively 
new residents here but have already acquired many friends.
The Reporter, Thurs., Nov. 29, 1917


LESTER BOETTCHER

Lester Boettcher Dies After Two-Year illness
TWO RIVERS, (Special)-In ill health for nearly two years, Lester Boettcher, 
11-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. William Boettcher of Town of Two Rivers, Route 
2, died at the Municipal hospital at 10:05 Saturday night, where he had been a 
patient for a day.
Funeral services will be  held Tuesday afternoon at 1:25 p.m. from the Jansky 
funeral home and at 2 o'clock in St. John's Lutheran church, with the Rev. 
Kuether of West Kewaunee officiating. Interment will be in Forest View cemetery.
Besides his paren's (sic) the deceased is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Alice 
Wilker of this city, and Violet, Ruth, and Dolores, all at home, and four 
brothers, Orme, Orville, Roland and Harlan also all at home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 19, 1936 P.11


ANNA M. BONESS

Mrs. Herman Boness, 71, 2407 13th St., Two Rivers, who had been 
engaged in rug weaving for many years, died at Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital early Saturday, where she had been a patient for the past 
week. She had been in failing health for more than a year.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Frederic Zarling officiating. Interment 
will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Boness, nee Ann Schroeder, was born in Germany in 1881, a daughter 
of the late August and Wilhelmina Vogt Schroeder.  She was married to 
Herman Boness at Butternut more than 49 years ago, the family coming to 
Two Rivers 27 years ago.
Besides her husband she leaves four daughters, Mrs. Clarence Schmidt 
of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, Mrs. Fred Erdman at Rt. 6, Sturgeon Bay, Mrs. 
Hubert Van Ess of Two Rviers, and Mrs. Richard Hansen at home, and 
six sons, Edward of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, Willard, Arthur, Herman, Jr., 
and Raymond Boness of Two Rivers, and Reinhardt Boness of La Grange, 
Ill, a brother, Louis Schroeder of Two Rivers, a step-sister, Mrs. 
Carl Boness, a step-brother, Reinhardt Draeger, Butternut, 15 grand-
children and a great grandchild.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home Two Rivers, 
from 7 p.m. Sunday until 10 a.m. Tuesday when the casket will be taken 
to the church where the body will lie in state until the time of services.
Two Rivers Reporter, Sat., 21 March 1953


ARTHUR C. BONESS

Arthur C. Boness, 69, formerly of 4300 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers, died Monday 
morning, Feb. 28, at Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Sullivan will officiate and burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Boness was born March 19, 1913, at Butternut, Wis., son of the late Herman 
and Anna Schroeder Boness Sr. He served in the United States Army during World 
War II. He married Delpha Schmidt Aug. 10, 1946, at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. She preceded him in death July 25, 1982.
Survivors include five brothers, Edward, Herman, Raymond and Willard of Two Rivers 
and Reinhardt of LaGrange, Ill.; a sister, Mrs. Ricahrd (Mabel) Hansen of Lancaster, 
Pa., and nieces and nephews. Three sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 5 
o'clock this Tuesday afternoon and at the church from 9 a.m. Wednesday until the 
time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, March 1, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. 03-01-1983/age 69 yrs.]
(19 Mar 1913/Feb 1983/SSDI)


DELPHA BONESS

Mrs. Delpha Boness, 57, of 4300 Mishicot Road, Two Rivers, died Sunday morning, 
July 25, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Paul Sullivan will officiate and burial will be in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Boness was born April 20, 1925, at Mishicot, daughter of the late Arno 
Schmidt and Adelia Zarn Schmidt. She was married to Arthur Carl Boness Aug. 10, 
1946, at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. She was a press operator at Mirro 
Corporation for 33 years, retiring in July of 1980.
Survivors include her husband, Arthur of Two Rivers; her mother, Mrs. Adelia 
Schmidt of Two Rivers; two brothers, Norman Schmidt of Mishicot, and Glenn 
Schmidt of Fort Collins, Colo., and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in 
death by a sister, Vera Jacobson.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
4 o'clock this Monday afternoon and at the church Tuesday from noon until the 
time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 26, 1982   P. 3
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[bur. 07-27-1982/age 57 yrs.]
(20 Apr 1925/Jul 1982/SSDI)


EDWARD C. BONESS

Edward Boness, 77, of 2411 34th Street, Two Rivers, died early Friday morning, 
March 23, at his home.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Richard Miller will officiate with burial at Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Boness was born February 24, 1907, at Butternut, Wisconsin, son of the late 
Herman and Anna Schroeder Boness. He attended schools in Butternut. The family 
moved to Two Rivers when he was 18. Mr. Boness worked at Mirro Aluminum for a 
number of years and later served in World War II. After the war, he went back 
to Mirro Aluminum, until retiring in 1969. He married the former Leona Reynolds 
in 1942 at Milwaukee.
Survvors include his wife, Leona; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. 
Herman Boness, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Boness and Mr. and Mrs. Willard Boness all 
of Two Rivers, and Mr. and Mrs. Reinhardt Boness of LaGrange, Illinois; a sister 
and a brother-in-law, Mabel and Richard Hansen of Lancaster, Pennsylvania; nieces 
and nephews also survived.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday 
evening.
Herald Times Reporter, March 23, 1984 P. 3


ELEANORA E. BONESS

Eleanora E. Boness, age 92, of 801 Lowell St., Two Rivers, went home to the 
Lord on Monday afternoon, Aug. 27, 2007. 
Eleanora was born on May 16, 1915, in Lena, a daughter of the late William and 
Anna Marie (Nelson) Lambrecht. She attended grade school in the Lena area, and 
was a graduate of Oconto High School. On Nov. 20, 1937, she was married to 
Herman A. Boness by the Rev. Haase at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on Aug. 28, 1996. Eleanora enjoyed baby-
sitting for many neighborhood children over the years. She also enjoyed listening 
to Irish music, sewing, knitting, and was an avid reader. She was a former member 
of the Ladies Aide of St. John's Church, and played many dartball games in the 
church hall. 
She is survived by her two daughters and a son-in-law: Marcia Nolan of Manitowoc; 
and Aleda (Lloyd) Clarksen, Two Rivers; five grandchildren: Leslie (Dale) Brown, 
Waukesha; Jeffrey Bonk and fiancee, Kathy Szmidt, Milwaukee; Amy Russell and 
special friend, Gerald Russell, Manitowoc; Rob (Francie) Clarksen, Green Bay; 
and Ryan (Kimberly) Clarksen, Whitewater; eight great-grandchildren: (private). 
She is further survived by three sisters and a brother-in-law: Elaine (Lawrence) 
Rudie, Madison; Darlene Lambrecht and Beverly Menges, both of Two Rivers; one 
brother and sister-in-law: Lorin (Jean) Lambrecht, Two Rivers; three sisters-in-law: 
Bernice Lambrecht, Cecil; Katherine Boness, LaGrange, Ill.; and Grace Boness, Two 
Rivers; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her 
parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a granddaughter: Kristen Bonk; 
three brothers and a sister-in-law: Lynden (Agnes) Lambrecht, Lyle Lambrecht, and 
Lester Lambrecht; four sisters and five brothers-in-law: Edith (Albert) Larsen; 
Evelyn (Carl) Sorlie; Effie (Marvin) Olsen; Eloise (Raymond) Boness and Randy Menges; 
four sisters-in-law and four brothers-in-law. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 31, 2007, at St. John's 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the 
Rev. David Arndt, with burial to follow in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, 
from 5 until 8 p.m. on Thursday evening, and at the church on Friday morning after 
9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
Memorials may be made to St. John's Lutheran School Library. 
The Boness family would like to extend a very special thank you to the entire staff 
of Aurora Medical Center, for their kindness and compassion shown to our wonderful 
mom and grandma. Your kindness will always be remembered. 
Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 29, 2007 


ELOISE M. BONESS

Eloise M. Boness, age 78, of Two Rivers, died Friday morning, July 22, 2005 
at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 am. on Monday, July 25, 2005 at St. John's 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the 
Rev. David Arndt, with burial to follow in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Eloise was born Sept. 9, 1926 in Lena, Wis., a daughter of the late William and 
Anna Marie (Nelson) Lambrecht. She attended schools in Two Rivers, graduating 
from Washington High School, Two Rivers, with the class of 1943. On June 10, 1949, 
she married Raymond F. Boness in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death Jan. 28,
1986. Eloise was employed at Hamilton Industries for many years, where she worked 
as a microfilm librarian, retiring in 1988. She also did a lot of volunteer work 
at St. John's Church, Manitowoc Lutheran High School, and Woodland Dunes, and was 
a member of the St. John's Quilters.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Mary Ellen and John Spaeth, Two 
Rivers; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Raymond L. and Pauline Boness, McFarland; 
Scott Boness and special friend, Chris Mrotek, Two Rivers; five grandchildren, 
Jennifer (Sean) Nobui, Heather (Michael) Patenaude, Alyson Boness, Christopher 
Boness, and Tristan Mrotek; one step great-granddaughter, Alexandra Patenaude, 
and one great-granddaughter, who is expected in October. She is further survived 
by one brother and sister-in-law, Lorin and Jean Lambrecht, Two Rivers; five 
sisters and a brother-in-law, Evelyn Sorlie, Green Bay; Eleanore boness, Elaine 
(Lawrence) Rudie, Darlene Lambrecht, and Beverly Menges, all of Two Rivers; two 
sisters-in-law, Bernice Lambrecht, Cecil; Katherine Boness, La Grange, Ill.; and 
a sister-in-law and dear friend, Grace Boness, Two Rivers; many nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters 
and three brothers.
Relatives and friends may call at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, 
after 9 am. Monday until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no visitation 
this evening.
Memorials may be made to St. John's, Two Rivers. 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers is assisting the Boness family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 24, 2005 p.A3


HERMAN A. BONESS    (d. 1996)

Herman A. Boness, age 81, of Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening, August 28,
1996, at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 31, 1996, at 
St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Edward Stelter will 
officiate with burial to follow in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
He was born December 11, 1914, at Butternut, Wis., son of the late Herman Sr. 
and Anna Dreger Boness. The family moved to Two Rivers in the 1920's, where 
he attended St. John's Parochial School. On November 20, 1937, he was married 
to the former Eleanora Lambrecht, by Rev. Haase at St. John's Lutheran Church. 
Herman was a member of St. John's Church having served as trustee and past 
president and business manager of its Lutheran Men's Club. Mr. Boness was 
employed at Kahlenberg Bros. Manufacturing Company over 40 years, retiring in 
1980.
Survivors include his wife, Eleanora; two daughters and one son-in-law, Marcia 
Nolan, Manitowoc, Aleda and Lloyd Clarksen, Two Rivers; five grandchildren, 
Leslie Bonk, Waukesha, Jeffrey Bonk, Milwaukee, and his fiancee, Kathy Szmidt (sic), 
Amy Petersik, Manitowoc; Rob Clarksen and his fiancee, Jenny Gagnon, Ryan Clarksen, 
and his special friend, Kimberly Pare; four great-granddaughters, Kura, Brianna, 
Jaclyn, and Danielle; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Reinhardt and Katherine 
Boness, LaGrange, Ill., Willard and Grace Boness, Two Rivers; one brother-in-law, 
Richard Hansen, Manitowoc; one sister-in-law, Leona Bonness (sic), Two Rivers; two 
brothers-in-law, Lorine (Jean) Lambrecht, Lynden Lambrecht, all of Two Rivers; 
sisters-in-law include Edith Larsen, Evelyn Sorlie, both of Gillette, Wis., Effie 
Olsen, Elaine (Lawrence) Rudie, Eloise Boness, Darlen Lambrecht, Beverly Menges, all 
of Two Rivers; Bernice Lambrecht, Cecil, Wis.; a special friend, Edward Cornils; 
numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. 
He was preceded in death by a grand-daughter, Kristen Bonk; four brothers, Walter, 
Edward. Arthur and Raymond; four sisters, Martha Schmidt, Erna Erdman, Lynda VanEss 
and MabelHansen; also by five brothers-in-law.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, from 5-8 p.m. Friday
and after 9:30 a.m. Saturday until the time of service at the church.
Memorials would be appreciated to St. John Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, August 29, 1996 p.A2


HERMAN W. BONESS     (d. 1961)

Herman Boness, 79, of 2407-13th St., Two Rivers, died early Thursday morning 
at Manitowoc County Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, the Rev. T.F. Stern 
officiating. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery.
Mr. Boness was born Nov. 30, 1881, near Willow Springs, Ill., son of the late 
Carl and Augusta Boness. When he was a child the family brought him to Butternut, 
Wis., where July 17, 1903, he married the former Anna Schroeder. The family moved 
to Two Rivers 36 years ago. Mr. Boness worked for 25 years in the former rolling 
mill of Mirro Aluminum Co. at Two Rivers and for a number of years later up to 
his retirement was employed at Eggers Plywood Co., Two Rivers.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Fred Erdman of Rt. 6, Sturgeon Bay, and Mrs. 
Hubert VanEss and Mrs. Richard Hansen of Two Rivers; six sons, Willard, Arthur, 
Herman and Raymond of Two Rivers, Edward of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, and Reinhardt of 
LaGrange, Ill.; a sister, Mrs. Reinie Draeger of Butternut, Wis.; two brothers, 
Albert of Brillion and Carl of Two Rivers; 19 grandchildren and eight great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, July 6, 1961 P.21


LEONA H. BONESS

Leona Boness, age 96, of 3404 Memorial Dr., Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon, 
June 22, 1999, at River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Private graveside services were held today, Thursday June 24, 1999, at Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers. Pastor Richard Miller officiated at the service.
Leona was born February 23, 1903, in Minneapolis, Minn., daughter of the late 
Claude and Jessie Danby Reynolds. On January 12, 1945, she married Edward Boness 
in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death March 23, 1984. Leona was a long time 
employee of the Metal Ware Corp. until her retirement. She was also a member of 
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Two Rivers.
She is survived by one brother-in-law and four sisters-in-law, Reinhart and 
Katherine Boness, LaGrange, Ill., Grace Boness, Eleanor Boness and Eloise Boness, 
all of Two Rivers; nieces, nephews and many friends also survive. Besides her 
parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by one sister, three brothers-
in-law and one sister-in-law.
Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church or the donor's choice.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 24, 1999 P. A2


WILLARD R. BONESS SR.

Willard R. Boness, age 76, of 2939 37th St., Two Rivers, died peacefully at 
home surrounded by his family on Sunday afternoon, June 7, 1998.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, 1998, at Holy 
Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Mass of Christian burial will be 
celebrated by the Rev. William G. O'Brien, with burial to follow in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Willard was born July 20, 1921, in Butternut, Wis., son of the late Herman and 
Anna Dreger Boness. He attended St. John's Parochial School, Two Rivers, and 
the Two Rivers Vocational School. On November 7, 1942, he entered the United 
States Army and served his country during World War II in the European theater. 
He was honorably discharged from service on November 20, 1945. On Aug. 9, 1947, 
he married Grace Zeman in Tisch Mills. The couple celebrated 50 years of marriage 
in August 1997. Willard was employed at Hamilton Industries for many years, 
retiring as a cabinet maker in 1975. He was a member of the Men of Holy Redeemer 
and a former usher at the church. He enjoyed wood-working, hunting, fishing and 
doing needlework.
Survivors include his loving wife of 50 years, Grace; twin sons and their wives, 
Willard Jr. and Chris Boness, Manitowoc; and Walter and Pam Bones, Kewaunee; 
three grandchildren, Chris (Heather) Boness, Craig Boness, and Brian Boness; one 
great-granddaughter, Cassandra Boness; one brother, Reinhardt (Katherine) Boness, 
La Grange, Ill.; three sisters-in-law, Eloise Boness, Eleanor Boness, and Leona 
Boness, all of Two Rivers; one brother-in-law, Dick Hansen, Manitowoc. He is 
further survived by two sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law, Christine Nocker, 
Two Rivers, Mary Shebesta, Manitowoc, and Albert Zeman, Manitowoc; many nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends. Besides his parents, he was preceded in 
death by five brothers, his twin, Walter (who died in infancy), Edward, Arthur, 
Raymond and Herman; four sisters, Martha Schmidt, Erna Erdman, Lynda Vaness and 
Mabel Hansen.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 5 to 
8 p.m. Tuesday evening. A parish prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. led by 
Father Bill.
The family extends a very special "thank you" to Dr. Hoversten and Joan Everts 
from the Visiting Nurse Association for all the special care and concern given 
to Willard.
The Herald Times Reporter, June 8, 1998 P. 2


DOROTHY E. BORCHARDT

Mrs. Herman (Dorothy E.) Borchardt, 74, of 12309 Lakeshore Rd., Two Rivers, 
died Wednesday night, March 5, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Creeks. The Rev. Percy Damrow will officiate and burial will be 
in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Borchardt, nee Dorothy Geerdts, was born Jan. 6, 1906, in the Town of 
Two Creeks, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Albert Geerdts. She was married 
to Herman Borchardt Aug. 31, 1927, at Two Creeks.
Survivors include her husband, a daughter, Donna J. LeClair of Manitowoc and 
three grandchildren (private). A son and a brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 
p.m. Friday. The casket will be moved to the church at 11 a.m. Saturday, where 
the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, March 6, 1980 P.3
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Funeral Card:
In Memory of
Dorothy E. Borchardt
Born in Town of Two Creeks, Wisconsin
January 6, 1906
Passed away in Two Rivers, Wisconsin
March 5, 1980
Services 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 8, 1980
St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church
Two Creeks, Wisconsin
Rev. Percy Damrow, Officiating
Place of Interment
Forest View Cemetery Two Rivers, Wisconsin
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(06 Jan 1907/Mar 1980/SSDI)


HERMAN BORCHARDT

Herman C. Borchardt, 78, of 12309 Lakeshore Rd., Two Rivers, died Thursday 
evening, Nov. 6, at Two Rivers community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Creeks. The Rev. Percy Damrow will officiate and burial will be in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Borchardt was born Oct. 30, 1902, at Peshtigo, Wis., son of the late Herman 
and Josephine Martin Borchardt. He married Dorothy Geerdts, Aug. 31, 1927, at 
St. John Church, Two Creeks. Mr. Borchardt farmed most of his life. He was a 
member of Lutheran Men's Club and the Manitowoc County Farm Bureau.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Donna J. LeClair of Two Rivers; two brothers, 
Neary Champagene of Peshitgo and Frank Champagne of Peshtigo; two sisters, Mrs. 
Amelia Brusewitz of Marinette, Mrs. Bernice Kittson of State of Washington; 
three grandchildren (private).
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Fuenral Home, Two Rivers, from 4 p.m. Sunday 
and after 11 a.m. Monday at the church.
Herald Times Reporter, November 8, 1980 P.3
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Funeral card:
In Memory of
HERMAN BORCHARDT
Born in Peshtigo, Wisconsin
October 30, 1908
Passed away in Two Rivers, Wisconsin
November 6, 1980
Services
1:30 P.M.
Monday, November 10, 1980
St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church
Two Creeks, Wisconsin
Rev. Percy Damrow, Officiating
Place of Interment
Forest View Cemetery
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
KLEIN & STANGEL, INC., FUNERAL HOME
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
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[age 78 yrs.]
(30 Oct 1902/Nov 1980/SSDI)


KENNETH BORCHARDT

Rites Tuesday for Borchard Boy, 12
Two Creeks Student Victim of Suffocation
TWO RIVERS-Funeral services for Kenneth Borchardt, 12, son of Mr. and Mrs. 
Herman Borchardt, of route 1, Two Rivers, suffocated beneath a ledge of earth 
along the lake shore near Two Creeks Saturday morning, will be held at 1:30 
p.m. Tuesday at the St. John Lutheran church, Two Creeks.
The Rev. John Mattek will officiate and interment will be in Forest View 
cemetery in this city.
Erosion of mounting lake water, undermined the high bank, weakening the ledge 
so that it gave way under the Borchardt boy. Walking ahead of him were Joesph 
and Richard Wilson, at the rear of the Borchardt farm, and when they looked 
back Kenneth was missing. They tried to dig him out but were forced to run for 
help.
Kenneth Borchardt was born in Two Creeks in 1938 and was a student in the Twin 
Elders school at Two Creeks.
Besides his parents he leaves a sister, Mrs. Jude LeClair of Route 1, Two Rivers, 
his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Mary Geerdts of Two Rivers, and his paternal 
grandmother, Mrs. Joseph Pearce of Marinette.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home until 11 a.m. Tuesday 
when the casket will be moved to the church where it will lie in state until 
time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 29, 1951 P.18


EVELYN BORETSKY

Mrs. Evelyn Boretsky, 81, of Tarpon Springs, Fla., died Sunday, April 13, at 
Tarpon Springs.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Melvin Henrichs will officiate and burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Boretsky, nee Evelyn Muench, was born March 22, 1899, at Merrill, Wis., 
daughter of the late Chris and Katherine Herman Muench. She was married to Otto 
Boretsky in 1923 at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in 1978.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Clarence and Milda Boretsky of Cedar 
Rapids, Iowa and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Thursday.
Herald Times Reporter, April 16, 1980 P.3
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(22 Mar 1899/Apr 1980/SSDI)


OTTO BORETSKY

Otto Boretsky, 77, of 519 Redwood Dr., Holiday, Florida, died Wednesday in 
Morton Plant Hospital, Clearwater, Florida. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm 
Saturday in Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. David 
Hansen will officiate and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Boretsky was born Jan. 25, 1901 in Two Rivers, son of the late Adolph and 
Antonia Hlawacek Boretsky. He married Evelyn Muench in 1923 in Two Rivers. Mr. 
Boretsky operated an electrical business in Luxemburg.
Survivors include his wife, Evelyn; a son, Clarence of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; a 
brother, Ben of Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. James (Lucy) Smejkal of Two Rivers; 
and three grandchildren.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home after
(rest missing)
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, Sept. 29, 1978 page 3
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(25 Jan 1901/Sep 1978/SSDI)


HERMAN BORNEMANN

Herman A. Bornemann, 85, formerly of Forest Avenue, Two Rivers, died 
shortly before noon Friday at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Emanuel United Methodist 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will be 
in Forest View Cemetery.
Mr. Bornemann was born April 23, 1887, in the Town of Morrison, Brown 
County, a son of the late Herman and Augusta Thiesfeldt Bornemann. He 
married the former Lavina Hussong at Lark, Wis., Sept. 7, 1911. The 
family moved to Two Rivers in 1923 where Mr. Bornemann was employed at 
Mirro Aluminum Co. until his retirement 15 years ago. He was a member 
of the firm's 25-Year Club.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Irvin (Myrtle) Oehlke of 
Two Rivers; a son, Roland of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Henry Treicher 
of DePere and Mrs. Alma Treicher of Brillion; three grandchildren and two 
great grandchildren. A brother and sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. July 15, 1972
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(23 Apr 1887/Jul 1972/SSDI)


LOVINA A. BORNEMANN

Lovina Bornemann, 86, of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died early Wednesday 
morning at the home.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Emanuel United Methodist Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Melvin Henrichs will officiate and burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Bornemann, nee Lovina Hussong, was born April 27, 1892, in Lark, Wis., 
daughter of the late Jacob and Wilhelmina Saenger Hussong. She was married to 
Herman Bornemann Sept. 7, 1911, in Lark. They moved to Two Rivers in 1923.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Roland and Marlene Bornemann of 
Hibbing, Minn.; a daughter and son-in-law, Myrtle and Ervin Oehlke of Two Rivers; 
two brothers, Helmuth of Route 1, Denmark, and Allen of Cooperstown; two sisters, 
Mrs. Josephine Nohr of Route 2, Greenleaf, and Mrs. Merlina Pahl of Brillion, 
three grandchildren, three great grandchildren and four step grandchildren. Her 
husband died in 1972. Three brothers and four sisters also preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. 
Friday and in the church from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Saturday.
Herald Times Reporter, April 11, 1979 P. 3
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(b. 27 Apr. 1892/d. Apr. 1979/SSDI)


FRANK P. BOUDA

Frank P. Bouda, 80, of Route 1, Kewaunee, died Sunday morning, July 25, at 
Methodist Memorial Center, Houston, Texas.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate and burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bouda was born April 2, 1902, in the Town of Franklin, Kewaunee County, son 
of the late Wencel and Mary Volin Bouda. He had been employed at American 
Hamilton, Two Rivers, for 48 years, retiring in 1967. He was a member and past 
president of Hamilton Good Fellowship Club, a member and president for 10 years 
of the Squeekers Sip Club, Tisch Mills, and a vice president of the old Tisch 
Mills County Line Telephone Company.
Survivors include four sisters, Mrs. Louis (Frances) Sporer of Manitowoc, Mrs. 
Emily Duffek of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Anna Oswald and Mrs. Tony (Rose) Blazel of 
Route 1, Kewaunee, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, 
Marcella, in 1966.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Tuesday and 
Wednesday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, July 26, 1982 P. 3
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[bur. 07-28-1982/age 80 yrs.]


MARCELLA M. BOUDA

Miss Marcella Bouda, 56 of 3136 N. Oak Park Ave., Chicago, a native of Kewaunee 
County, died Saturday at Columbus Hospital, Chicago. Funeral services will be 
at 9:30 am Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home and at 10 am at Holy 
Redeemer Catholic church, Two Rivers, the Rev. John K. Mueller officiating. 
Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery.
Miss Bouda was born in the Town of Franklin, Kewaunee County, Sept. 29, 1909, 
daughter of the late Wenzel and Mary Volin Bouda. When she was 20 she took up 
her residence in Chicago where she earlier was employed at Caron, Pirie and Scott 
store and for a number of years until her illness was employed at Spencer Press 
in that city.
Surviving are four sisters, Mrs. Louis Sporer of Manitowoc, Mrs. John Duffek of 
Two Rivers, Mrs. Anna Oswald of Chicago and Mrs. Tony Blazel of Rt. 1, Kewaunee 
and a brother, Frank P. Bouda of Rt. 1, Kewaunee. Friends may call at the funeral 
home after 3 pm Tuesday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Aug. 1, 1966 page M13


MARY BOUDA

Mrs. Mary Bouda, 90, of Rt. 1, Kewaunee, died early Saturday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient six months.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Funeral 
Home Inc., Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, the 
Rev. John K. Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery.
Mrs. Bouda was born Mary Volin Oct. 3, 1873, in the Town of Franklin, daughter 
of the late Thomas and Anna Sinkula Volin. She was married to Wencel Bouda 
Nov. 13, 1899. He died in 1957. The couple was engaged in farming.
Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Louis (Frances) Sporer of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. John (Emily) Duffek of Two Rivers; Mrs. Anna Oswald of Chicago. Mrs. 
Tony (Rose) Blazei of Rt. 1, Kewaunee, and Miss Marcella Bouda of Chicago; 
a son, Frank P. Bouda of Rt. 1, Kewuanee; seven grandchildren and nine great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Monday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 19, 1963 P. 13
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The following is her father's obit:
Two Rivers news:
Father Dies at Norman
Thomas Volin, father of Mrs. Wenzel Bouda and John Volin of this 
city, died yesterday at Norman, Kewaunee county, after reaching 
the ripe age of eighty-three. Mr. Volin was born in Bohemia and 
came to this country fifty-five years ago and settled on the same 
farm at which he died yesterday. The deceased was well known in 
Kewaunee and Manitowoc county as a very successful farmer and good 
citizen. His wife preceeded him in death forty-two years ago. The 
funeral will be held tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock in Krok, 
Kewaunee county. The survivors are, Mrs. Wenzel Bouda and John 
Volin of this city and Frank Volin a son of Chicago, one sister 
in Hillsboro, Wis., nine grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, February 11, 1925 P.2


WENCEL BOUDA

Wencel Bouda, 79, of Rt. 1, Kewaunee, Town of Franklin, died at 11 a.m. 
Wednesday on the farm home. He had been in failing health since spring.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Klein & Stangel, Inc. 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. R.J. Wichicl officiating. Burial will 
be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bouda was born in Czechoslovakia Oct. 8, 1877, a son of the late Joseph 
and Barbara Kubik Bouda. When he was only a few weeks old the family brought 
him to this country, settling in the Town of Gibson. He married the former 
Mary Volin at Gibson Nov. 12, 1899. After operating a farm in the Town of 
Gibson for a number of years he moved to the Town of Franklin where he also 
farmed until his retirement a few years ago.
Besides his wife he leaves five daughters, Mrs. Louis (Frances) Sporer of 
Manitowoc, Mrs. John (Emily) Duffek of Two Rivers, Mrs. Louis (Ann) Oswald 
and Miss Marcella Bouda of Chicago and (unreadable sentence) of Two Rivers; 
four sisters, Mrs. Mary Volin and Mrs. Frank Eiermann of Manitowoc; Mrs. 
Josephone (sic) Schwanke of Two Rivers and Mrs. Blanche Zimmerhakel of 
Chippewa Falls; a brother, Fred L. Bouda of Royal Oak, Mich.; seven grand-
children and two great grandchildren. A brother, ????? ??? ????? ????? Two 
Rivers in 1955.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 29, 1957 P.23


ALMA BRAKHANE

Alma Brakhane, age 92, a resident of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died 
Sunday morning, June 9, 1996, at the Hamilton Memorial Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 11, 1996, at Our Savior 
Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. Philip Henning will officiate with burial to 
follow at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born July 9, 1903, in Coleman, Wis., daughter of the late Fred and Rosina 
Langner Queram. She married Gustav Brakhane, May 17, 1924, at St. John's Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on September 7, 1984. She attended 
St. John's Lutheran School and Two Rivers Public Schools. Alma was employed at 
Mirro Aluminum Company doing military defense contracts, after which she was 
employed for many years as an assistant to the late Dr. L.J. Moriarty. She was a 
charter member of Our Savior Ev. Lutheran Church, the Ladies Aide, the Lutheran 
Ladies Afternoon Guild and the Two Rivers Senior citizens.
Survivors include one sister, Martha Miller; one sister-in-law, Julia Pillasch, 
both of Two Rivers; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. 
She was preceded in death by two brothers, Orville and Andrew Pillasch, and one 
sister, Selma LaPlante.
Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Monday (TONIGHT) at the Klein and Stangel Funeral 
Home, and from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Our 
Savior Lutheran Church.
Memorials may be made to Our Savior Ev. Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, June 10, 1996 P. A2


GUSTAVE BRAKHANE

Gustav Brakhane(sic), 82, formerly of 2411 24th St., Two Rivers, died Friday 
morning, Sept. 7, at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. 
The Rev. Paul Sullivan will officiate and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Brakhane, was born Nov. 21, 1901, at Hohe Hanover, Germany, son of the late 
Heinrich and Hermina Mull Brakhane. He married Alma Queram (Pillasch), May 17, 1924, 
at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Mr. Brakhane was a long time employee of 
Eggers Plywood Company, where he was foreman of the glue room for 35 years, retiring 
in 1963. He was a charter member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and Two Rivers Senior 
Citizens.
Survivors include his wife, Alma; two sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law, Martha 
and Leonard Miller of Two Rivers and Julia Pillasch of Two Rivers, many nieces, 
nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by three brothers and three 
sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 4 p.m. to 9 
p.m. Sunday and from 1 p.m. Monday at the church until the time of services. 
Memorials may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church or American Cancer Society.
Herald Times Reporter, September 7, 1984 P. 3


BENJAMIN O. BRALEY

Benjamin O. Braley, 70, of 2204 12th Street, Two Rivers, died Tuesday, May 1, 
at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Paul Sullivan will officiate with burial to follow at Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers. Military graveside services will be conducted by 
V.F.W. Post 1248 and Robert E. Burns Post 165.
Mr. Braley was born November 22, 1913, at Cedarville, Michigan, son of the late 
Benjamin E. and Ida Champeau Braley. Mr. Braley served in the United States Army 
World War I (sic) from 1941-1945. He married the former Leona Chase on June 2, 
1951, at Sturgeon Bay. The couple moved to Two Rivers in 1955 operating Braley's 
Restaurant from 1958-1971. They also operated Braley's Bar from 1964-1971. Mr. 
Braley worked at Mirro for a number of years after that until retiring in 1979. 
He was also employed part time at William Schaus and Company from 1979 to 1982. 
Mr. Braley was a member of the VFW Post Number 1248, American Legion Post Number 
165, American Rifle Association and a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, Leona; three sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and 
Marlene Chase of Milwaukee, Ray and Shirley Chase of Two Rivers and Edwin and 
Sierra Chase of Phoenix, Arizona; three daughters and sons-in-law, Kathleen and 
Stephen Groph of Manitowoc; Joyce and Raymond Mattie of Sturgeon Bay and Patricia 
and Robert Venard of Fort Worth, Texas; a brother, Verlin Braley of Sturgeon Bay; 
three sisters, Mrs. Alfred (Mildred) Shampo of Wallace, Michigan, Mrs. Leo (Dorain) 
Rockwell of Sturgeon Bay, Mrs. Marion (Hazel) LaCrosse of Sturgeon Bay; a sister-
in-law, Mrs. Wanda Braley of Milwaukee; 23 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by a brother, Myron (Hap) Braley.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 5 p.m. 
on Thursday and from 9:30 a.m. on Friday at the church until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, May 2, 1984 P. 3
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(22 Nov 1913/May 1984/SSDI)


LEONA M. BRALEY

Leona M. Braley, age 82, a former resident of Two Rivers, died Tuesday, 
February 8, 1994, at Dorchester Nursing Center, Sturgeon Bay.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning, February 12, 
1994, at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Phillip Henning 
will officiate with burial at Forest View Cemetery.
She was born March 4, 1911, in Fond du Lac, Wis., daughter of the late Jacob 
and Henrietta Hoffman Wettstein. The former Leona Chase married Benjamin O. 
Braley on June 2, 1951, in Sturgeon Bay. He preceded her in death on May 1, 
1984. In 1955 the couple moved to Two Rivers where they operated Braley's 
Restaurant from 1958 to 1971 and Braley's Bar from 1964 to 1971. Leona was 
a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aide.
Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law, Joyce and Raymond Mattie, 
Sturgeon Bay, Patricia and Robert Venard, Fort Worth, Texas, Kathleen and 
Stephen Groth, Manitowoc; two sons and three daughters-in-law, Richard and 
Marlene Chase, Milwaukee, Edwin and Shirleen Chase, Evansville, Ill., Shirley 
Grapentine and her spouse Fred, Manitowoc; two sisters and one brother-in-law, 
Mrs. Mary Lou Vilski, Janice and Jerome Wendel, all of Fond du Lac; 23 
grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by one son, Ray Chase, 
two brothers and three sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. on Friday 
and at the church from 9:30 a.m. Saturday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, February 10, 1994 P. A2
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(4 Mar. 1911/Feb. 1994/SSDI)


JOHN A. BRANDT

John A. Brandt, 68, former Two Rivers Police Chief, of 724 Zlatnik 
Drive, Two Rivers, died Saturday morning, September 19, 1987, at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a valiant fight with Multiple 
Myeloma, a form of bone cancer.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. James Episcopal Church, 
Manitowoc.  Father David Klutterman will officiate with Father Mills 
assisting.
Mr. Brandt was born April 11, 1919, at Manitowoc, son of Leo Brandt and 
the late Ida Schmidt Brandt.  He was a veteran of World War II.  He 
joined the Two Rivers Police Department in 1946.  Mr. Brandt was a 
graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy in 1954. He became Chief of the 
Two Rivers Police Department in 1956, a position he held until retiring 
in 1974.  While being Chief, he served on the Governor's Commission on 
Traffic Control and was an instructor in Defensive Driving.  From 1974 
to 1985 Mr. Brandt was employed at Hamilton Industries from where he 
retired as Supervisor of Maintenance and Security. On December 9, 1945, 
he married the former Virginia Carbon, at Manitowoc.  He was a member 
of Veterans of Foreign Wars and a long time member of St. James Episcopal 
Church.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He was preceded in death by his mother and a sister.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5:30 p.m. 
to 8 p.m. this Monday.  Memorials may be made to St. James Episcopal 
Church or Wisconsin Cancer Society.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to North End Drug 
Hospice Volunteers.
Herald Times-Reporter, Mon., 21 Sept. 1987, page 14


RUTH C. BRAULT

DIES AT HOSPITAL
Mrs. Leo Brault, nee Miss Ruth Schroeder, died at the Holy Family 
hospital at 5 o'clock Monday morning. She is survived by her father, 
Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Schroeder of the town of Two Creeks. Two brothers, 
Ivan and Harold of Two Rivers, three sisters, Frances of Two Rivers 
and Alvina and Gladys of Two Creeks.  
The funeral will take place Thursday morning at 9 o'clock from St. 
Luke's church. Mrs. Brault was a member of the Royal Neighbors.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, April 30, 1928 Page 12
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Miss Ruth Schroeder, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Schroeder and 
Joseph Brault of Two Creeks, son of Alex Brault of Coleman were married 
Wednesday morning at 12 o'clock, the Rev. Father Hugo officiating. Miss 
Gladys Schroeder, a sister of the bride and Onoy Brault, a brother of the 
groom were the attending couple. A reception was given at the Schroeder 
house and dinner was served to 175 guests. Mr. and Mrs. Brault will take 
up their residence in this city, the groom being employed as a mason with 
Brault & Son.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Oct. 15, 1926  
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[bur. 05-03-1928]


BERNHARDT BRAUNLICH

Bernhard (sic) Braunlich, 81, died at 7:45 p.m. Monday at Two Rivers. Death 
was attributed to a complication of diseases attendant upon old age.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Klein & Stangel, 
Inc. funeral home in Two Rivers. Burial will be in Forest View cemetery.
Mr. Braunlich was born in Germany on July 24, 1861 (sic). He came to this 
country with his family in 1911 and for the past 15 years had resided in Two 
Rivers. Since the death of his wife in 1932 he had been making his home with 
his daughter, Mrs. Richard Mueller, 1517 1/2 Washington street.
Survivors are five daughters, Mrs. Richard Mueller, Mrs. Rudolph Hartlich and 
Mrs. George Yankee of Two Rivers, Mrs. Fannie Vieweg of Los Angeles, Cal., 
and Miss Ella Braunlich of Milwaukee; three sons, Albert of Oshkosh, Wis., 
William of Richmond, Cal., and Eric of Blythe, Cal.; 12 grandchildren; and 
seven great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the hour of the funeral 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, February 2, 1943 P. 2


MARIE BRAUNLICH

RESIDENT HERE FOR PAST SEVEN YEARS DIES AT HOSPITAL
Mrs. Emma Marie Braunlich, 68, who has resided in Two Rivers for the past seven 
years, died last night at the hospital. Burial will be from the Beduhn and Goetz 
chapel Saturday afternoon, with interment here.
Her maiden name was Emma Doerfel and she was born in Germany in 1864 (sic) and 
came to this country with her husband in 1911.
Besides her husband she leaves five daughters, Mrs. Richard Mueller and Mrs. 
George Yankee, both of this city, Mrs. Herman Vieweg, of Wausau, Mrs. Rudolph 
Hartlich Marquette, Mich., and three sons, Albert of Ironwood, Mich.; Erick, of 
San Francisco, Cal., and William Braunlich, of Cincinnati, Ohio.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, April 14, 1932 P.11
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[Emma Marie Braunlich]


VIOLA E. BRAUNLICH

Mrs. William Braumlick(sic), 71, of 2022 E. River St., Two Rivers, died early 
Thursday morning at Two Rivers Community Hospital, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers. The Rev. Ralph Backman will officiate with burial in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Braumlick, nee Viola Bloedel, was born March 10, 1904, at Fenwood, daughter 
of the late William and Tina Johnson Bloedel. She attended grade school at 
Schofield and was married to William Braumlick Oct. 2, 1926, at Wausau. She was 
a member of Two Rivers VFW Auxiliary.
Survivors include her husband, two brothers, William and Herman, and a sister, 
Mrs. Tina Sommerfeldt, of Schofield and a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, 
where a VFW Auxiliary memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, April 17, 1975  P.23
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(Viola Braunlick/10 Mar 1904/Apr 1975/SSDI)


WILLIAM K. BRAUNLICH

William K. Braunlich, 78, formerly of 2022 E. River St., Two Rivers, died 
Wednesday, September 24, at Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be 12 noon Saturday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Richard Bidwell will officiate and burial will be 
in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Braunlich was born Feb. 2, 1902, at Schmollen, Germany, son of the late 
Bernhardt and Marie Doerfel Braunlich. He married Viola Bloedel Oct. 2, 1926, 
at Wausau. She preceded him in death in 1975. Mr. Braunlich had been retired 
from Hamilton Industries for 11 years.
Nieces and nephews survive, including Erhardt and Erma Mueller of Two Rivers. 
Three brothers and four sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home afer 6 p.m. Friday.
Herald Times Reporter, September 25, 1980 P.3
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(William Braunlick/22 Feb 1902/Sep 1980/SSDI)


CARL J. BROECKER

Carl J. Broecker, 86, of 1818 Madison St., Two Rivers, died Saturday, June 27, 
at Two Rivers Community Hosptial.
Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Melvin Henrichs will officiate and burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers. Joint military graveside rites will be accorded Mr. 
Broecker by American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Mr. Broecker was born April 9, 1895, at Two Rivers, son of the late Charles and 
Emma Wolfgram Broecker. He served in the United States Army during World War I 
in France and was awarded the Purple Heart award. He married Pauline Jerabek 
June 29, 1920, at Kewuanee, moving to Two Rivers shortly after marriage. Mr. 
Broecker was a self employed land tiler until retirement. His wife preceded him 
in death July 25, 1967. He was a member of the Senior citizens.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Paul Nocker, a brother, 
Ira Broecker and two sisters, Mrs. Emily Krumm and Mrs. Esther Sandow all of Two 
Rivers and a grandson, Kim Nocker of Minneapolis, Minn.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 12 noon Tuesday 
until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, June 29, 1981 P. 3
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(9 Apr. 1895/June 1981/SSDI)


FREDERICK BROECKER  (d. 1894)

Death on Tues. of 43 yr. old Fritz Broecker in 
Two Rivers after a 2-week illness. Burial was today.
Der Nord Westen, 29 Mar. 1894
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DIED:--Mr. Fred Broecker died at 3 o'clock Tuesday morning from an attack of 
pneumonia. Deceased was 45 years of age and leaves a wife and five children to 
mourn his untimely death. Mr. Broecker was born in Holstein, Germany and coming 
to this country, engaged in farming.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 29, 1894  P. 2


GILBERT BROECKER

Gilbert Broecker, 82, of 1114 Webster Street, Two Rivers, died Thursday, 
December 10, 1987 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 10:30 am Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. 
Rev. Michael Henson will officiate with burial at Forest View Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Broecker was born April 19, 1905 at West Kewaunee, son of the late Carl and 
Emma Wolfgram Broecker. He married the former Paul Jurgens on November 24, 1949 
at Two Rivers. She preceded him in death January 23, 1983. Mr. Broecker farmed 
in Kewaunee and Manitowoc Counties for 50 years, after which he worked at the 
Tecumseh Company in New Holstein for five years. Mr. Broecker was a member of 
Two Rivers Senior Citizens.
Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Pat Broecker of Clarks Mills; a sister, Mrs. 
Esther Sandow of Two Rivers; a brother-in-law, two sisters-in-law, a special friend, 
Betty Stewart of Two Rivers; three grandchildren, Bruce Broecker of St. Paul, 
Minnesota, Brenda Broecker of Madison and Bradley Broecker of Newton and nieces and 
nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by a son, Ned, two brothers and eight 
sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral home, Two Rivers, 6 pm to 8 pm 
Sunday and Monday until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Dec. 12, 1987 page 17
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(19 Apr 1905/10 Dec 1987/SSDI)


PAULA A. BROECKER

Paula A. Broecker, 76, of 311 Johnson St., Valders, died early Sunday morning, 
January 23, at her residence.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate and burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Broecker, nee Paula Jurgens, was born Oct. 1, 1906, at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late Henry and Minnie Althen Jurgens. She was married to Gilbert Broecker 
Nov. 24, 1949, at Two Rivers.
Survivors include her husband, a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Pat Broecker of Clarks 
Mills; a brother and sister-in-law, Alfred and Alma Jurgens of Two Rivers; a 
sister, Mrs. Adeline May of Two Rivers; three grandchildren; a brother-in-law, 
Ira Broecker of Two Rivers and three sisters-in-law, Mrs. Esther Sandow and Mrs. 
Virginia Jurgens of Two Rivers and Mrs. Emily Krumm of Manitowoc. A son, Ned and 
a brother, George Jurgens preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Herald Times Reporter, January 24, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. 01-26-1983/age 90 yrs.]
(01 Oct 1906/Jan 1983/SSDI)


PAULINE BROECKER

Mrs. Carl Broecker, 69, of 1818 Madison St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday evening 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery.
Mrs. Broecker, nee Pauline Jerabek, was born June 30, 1898, in the Town of 
Pierce, Kewaunee County, daughter of the late Vincent and Ann Lauscher Jerabek. 
She was married June 29, 1920, at Kewaunee to Carl Broecker. Shortly after 
marriage the couple moved to Two Rivers.
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Paul (Betty) Nocker of Two Rivers; 
four sisters, Mrs. Norman Stenzel of Milwaukee and Mrs. William Trakel, Mrs. Frank 
Lufter and Mrs. Ray Langenkamp of Kewaunee and a grandchild. Two brothers preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, July 26, 1967 P.16
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(30 Jun 1898/Jul 1967/SSDI)


ROY M. BROWN

Funeral services for Roy Brown, 76, of 1809 12th St., Two Rivers, a retired 
Two Rivers Public Works Dept. employee, who died Saturday noon at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital, were at 2 pm Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul W. Funk officiated and burial was in Forest View 
Cemetery.
Mr. Brown was born at New London Dec. 3, 1889. He came to Two Rivers in 1925 
and May 26, 1926 he married the former Anna Sullivan at Two Rivers. Besides 
his wife he leaves two daughters,k Mrs. Pearl Radtke of Mount Prospect, Ill., 
and Mrs. Lawrence DeBauche, of Two Rivers; five grandchildren and a great 
grandchild. A son, Louis, preceded him in death.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Aug. 1, 1966 page M13
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Miss Anna Rose Sullivan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Krause of this city 
and Roy Brown, also of this city were united in marriage Friday morning at 
the house of the bride's parents, Justice N.E. Nash officiating. Mrs. Anton 
Ameman attended the bride while the groom was attended by Anton Ameman. 
A wedding dinner was served after which the bridal couple left for a ten day 
honeymoon sojourn. The couple will be at home to friends after June 1.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri.,May 28, 1926
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(Dec 30, 1889/Jul 1966/SSDI)


EARL O. BRUECHERT

Earl Bruechert, 75, of Route 1, Kewaunee, died Monday evening, November 17, 
1986 at St. Mary Hospital, Kewaunee. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Thursday 
at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran church, Mishicot. Rev. David Waege will 
officiate with burial to follow at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bruechert was born November 20, 1910 in the Town of Carlton, son of the 
late Edward and Lena Olson Bruechert. He married the former Elsie Schmidt on 
May 11, 1935 at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Mr. Bruechert owned and 
operated his own heating and plumbing business at Tisch Mills since 1958, which 
is now operated by his son. Mr. Bruechert was a deputy sheriff of Kewaunee 
County. He was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church, Mishicot, Kewaunee County 
Deputy's Sheriff Association, charter member of the Squeekers Sip Club of Tisch
 Mills and was a member of Tisch Mills Fire Department.
Survivors include his wife, Elsie; a son and a daughter-in-law, Dale and Donna 
of Tisch Mills; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Sandra Zuege of Kewaunee; a sister, 
Mrs. Erwin (Irene) Gulbrand of Two Rivers; five grandchildren, Brenda Vandermause, 
Ronald, Brian, Denise and Tammy Bruechert and five great grandchildren also 
survive. He was preceded in death by a son, Glen and a brother, Orville.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, from 4 pm to 9 pm Wednesday 
and Thursday at the church from 9 am until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Nov. 18, 1986 page 16
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(20 Nov 1910/Nov 1986/SSDI)


EDWARD F. BRUECHERT

Edward F. Bruechert, 85, formerly of Rt. 1, Kewaunee, and a resident of the Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital Extended Care Unit for 2-12 years, died Thursday 
morning at the Two Rivers Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Edmund Olson officiating. Burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bruechert was born June 20, 1882 in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, a 
son of the late Reinhold and Bertha Tegge Bruechert. He married the former Lena 
Olsen in the town of Carlton Feb. 16, 1909. He farmed in the town of Carlton 
until 1947, moving to Manitowoc and residing there until his confinement to the 
hospital. For a number of years he was employed at Hamilton Mfg. C., Two Rivers, 
retiring 15 years ago.
Besides his wife, a resident of Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Extended Care Unit, 
he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Edwin (Irene) Gulbrand, of Rt. 1, Kewaunee; a son, 
Earl, of Rt. 1, Kewaunee; a brother, Louis, of Manitowoc; four grandchildren and 
seven great grandchildren. Three brothers and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. 
Friday until 10 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church where 
the body will lie in state after 11 a.m. until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald times, February 8, 1968  P. T9
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(20 Jun 1882/Feb 1968/SSDI)


ELSIE M. BRUECHERT

Elsie Bruechert, age 82, of Route 1, Kewaunee, died Thursday morning, February 2, 
1995, at Kewaunee Health Care Center.
Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 4, 1995, at St. Peters' 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot. Rev. David Waege will officiate with 
burial at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Elsie was born in Two Rivers on May 15, 1912, daughter of the late Theodore and 
Emma Messman Schmidt. She married Earl Bruechert, May 11, 1935, at St. John's 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death November 17, 
1986.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Dale and Donna Bruechert, Route 1, 
Kewaunee; five grandchildren, Ronald (Julie) Bruechert, Brenda (Rick) Vandermause, 
Brian (Karen) Bruechert, all of Kewaunee, Denise (Matt) Sharon, South Lake Tahoe, 
Calif., Tammy Bruechert and her fiance, Doug Duescher, Green Bay, one step-
granddaughter, Linda (Stephen) McGuire, Dewagiac, Mich.; nine great-grandchildren; 
one sister-in-law, Irene (Erwin) Guldrand, Two Rivers; nieces and a nephew also 
survive. She was preceded in death by one son, Glenn, one brother, Harry, one 
sister, Ethel, one step-grandson, Dean.
Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, and 
Saturday at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of service.
"Special thank you to Pastor Waege, Dr. Zenner, Lifeline sponsors, Earl and Leona 
Brummer and Joe and Arlene Kunesh."
God will take care of me today-God will take care of me tomorrow.
Herald Times Reporter, February 2, 1995 P. A2
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(15 May 1912/02 Feb 1995/SSDI)


GLEN H. BRUECHERT

Glen Bruechert, 23, Tisch Mills, died in a Kewaunee hospital Saturday afternoon 
of injuries suffered earlier in the day when his car missed a sharp curve on 
Highway 42 about two miles south of Kewaunee and overturned.
Sheboygan Press, Mon., Nov. 7, 1960 page 16
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[Glen Harry Bruechert]


LENA BRUECHERT

Mrs. Lena Bruechert, 87, formerly of 623 N. Seventh St., Manitowoc, and a 
native of Kewaunee County, died early Wednesday morning at Manitowoc Health 
Care Center.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Edmund Olson officiating. Burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Bruechert, nee Lena Olsen, was born March 30, 1886, in the Town of Carlton, 
daughter of the late Charles and Anna Hansen Olsen. She was married in the Town 
of Carlton, Feb. 16, 1909, to Edward Bruechert, who preceded her in death in 
1968.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Erwin (Irene) Gulbrand, of Two Rivers; a son, 
Earl, of Rt. 1, Kewaunee, four grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. A son, 
three sisters, a brother and one grandson preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 
p.m. Thursday and at the church after 11:30 a.m. Friday.
Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday, July 11, 1973 P. 23
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Ed Brushert of Tisch Mills and Miss Olson of Carlton were united in marriage 
at the home of Chas. Olson, father of the bride. The couple departed on a 
wedding trip to Kansas.
The Reporter, Sat., Feb. 20, 1909


LILLIAN H. BRUECHERT

Mrs. Lillian Bruechert, 88, of 2602 Forest Avenue, Two Rivers, died Tuesday 
afternoon, Nov. 15, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will officate (sic) with burial 
at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Bruechert was born March 16, 1895, at Kewaunee, Wisconsin, daughter of 
the late August and Mary Schroder Landt. She attended Kewaunee Public Schools. 
She married Otto Bruechert, October 22, 1912 at Kewaunee. He preceded her in 
death, February 13, 1940. She was employed at Mirro Aluminum for 18 years, 
retiring in 1967. She was a member of Veterans Foreign War Auxilary (sic), 
Tuesday Social and Quilting Club of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, and 
a charter member of the afternoon ladies aid.
Survivors include five sons and daughters-in-law, Reinhold and Lucille Bruechert 
of Mishicot, William and Winifred Bruechert of Mishicot, Harold and Fern Bruechert, 
Raymond and Delores Bruechert, and Otto and Mary Ann Bruechert, all of Two Rivers; 
a sister, Mrs. Marie Palmer of Chilton, Wisconsin; 16 grandchildren; and 29 great 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Thursday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, November 16, 1983 P. 3
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Funeral Card:
In Loving Memory of
Lillian Bruechert
March 16, 1895
November 15, 1983
Deja & Martin, Two Rivers, Wisconsin


LUCILLE BRUECHERT

Mrs. Reinhold (Lucille) Bruechert, 71, of 416 Park Lane, Mishicot, died Saturday 
morning, September 14, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Mishicot. Rev. David Waege will officiate with burial to follow at Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Bruechert was born November 4, 1913, in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, 
daughter of the late Ben and Mary Ihlenfeldt Waegli. She married Reinhold Bruechert 
on October 22, 1937, at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The couple lived in 
Two Rivers until moving to Mishicot in 1980. Mrs. Bruechert retired from Hamilton 
Industries in 1975. Mrs. Bruechert was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church, member 
and past treasurer of Mishicot Senior citizens, member of Hamilton Good Fellowship 
Club and a member of Two Rivers Campers Club.
Survivors include her husband, Reinhold; a son and a daughter-in-law, Kenneth and 
Mary Bruechert of Manitowoc; a daughter and a son-in-law, Sylvia and Scott Buckley 
of Antigo; a brother, Walter Waegli of Kewaunee; a sister, Mrs. Albert (Vera) 
Engelbrecht of Mishicot and eight grandchildren also survived.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, from 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock 
this Monday afternoon and Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the hour of service at the 
church.
Herald Times Reporter, September 16, 1985 P. 3
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[bur. 09-17-1985/age 71 yrs.]
(04 Nov 1913/Sep 1985/SSDI)


OTTO E. BRUECHERT    (d. 1995)

Otto E. Bruechert, age 67, of Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Sunday evening,
July 23, 1995.
Upon his request, there will be a private service for the immediate family 
only. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Otto was born January 16, 1928, in Two Rivers, son of the late Otto E. and 
Lillian Landt Bruechert. He attended schools in Two Rivers, and was a 
graduate Of the Washington High School class of 1945. He then joined the 
United States Army Air Force and served his country from 1945 to 1948. On 
May 14, 1948, he married Mary Ann Brewer, at Macon, Ga. They resided in 
Two Rivers since 1948. Otto worked for Wisconsin Public Service for 33 
years. He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers, and will be remembered for his active involvement in local golf,
bowling and softball leagues.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Ann; two sons and one daughter-in-law; 
three daughters and sons-in-law; ten grandchildren; three sisters-in-law. 
Also surviving are many friends who will miss him. He was preceded in death 
by four brothers, Reinhold, Raymond, Harold and William.
There will be no visitation.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the City of Two Rivers Little 
League Baseball organization.
The Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 25, 1995


OTTO J. BRUECHERT    (d. 1940)

A heart stroke suffered shortly after completing his work yesterday, proved 
fatal last night to Otto Bruechert, 50, employed as a butcher at Two Rivers for 
the past 25 years. Mr. Bruechert was stricken as he went out of the Sangel Bros. 
Market to lock the smoke house. His son, Reinholdt found him. The stricken man 
was rushed to the hospital where he died at 9 pm. Funeral services will be held 
Saturday afternoon at 1:30 from the Beduhn funeral home and at 2 pm from St. 
John's Lutheran Church, with the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Interment will be 
in Forest View Cemetery.
Mr. Bruechert was born in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County 50 years ago and 
attended schools at Kewaunee. In 1913 he married Miss Lillian Landt at Kewaunee 
and for the next year the couple resided there. One year later they moved to Two 
Rivers.
Survivors are the widow; five sons, Raymond, William and Otto Jr., at home; 
Harold of Manitowoc and Reinholdt of Mishicot; three brothers, Edward of Tisch 
Mills and William and Louis of Manitowoc; one sister, Mrs. Peter Osten, Manitowoc 
and one grandchild.
The body was taken to the Beduhn funeral home tonight until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Feb. 14, 1940 page 24
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news article
BURNED WHILE FIGHTING FIRE
Otto Bruechert Puts Out Blaze at Meat Market
Two Rivers Special - 
Burns about the hands and face were sustained early this morning by Otto Bruechert, 
a meat cutter at the Stangel Bros. Market, when he extinguished a fire at the market 
which caused about $400 damage.
Bruechert's burns, though painful, were not serious. Chief Arthur Rahn of the fire 
department, expressed the opinion that the fire started from spontaneous combustion.
Damage was confined to the northwest corner of the butcher shop. Bruechert came to 
work at 4:45 this morning and saw no fire. He was working and saw no fire. He was 
working in the back part of the building when he noticed smoke. He attacked the blaze 
with a broom and then got water from the adjoining store.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Feb. 22, 1939 page 35


REINE BRUECHERT

Reinhold Bruechert, 72, of 416 Park Lane, Mishicot, died Monday evening, 
December 8, 1986 at St. Mary Hospital, Madison. Funeral services will be 
1:30 pm Thursday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot. Rev. 
David Waege will officiate with burial to follow at Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Bruechert was born December 28, 1913 at Two Rivers, son of the late Otto 
and Lillian Landt Bruechert. He married the former Lucille Waegli on October 22, 
1937 at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. She preceded him in 
death on September 14, 1985. Mr. Bruechert was employed with Olsen Transit and 
later owned and operated the Two Rivers Transfer company and then drove truck 
for Hamilton Industries, retiring in 1976. Mr. Bruechert was past president and 
member of St. John Lutheran Men's Club, member and past president of Hamilton 
Good Fellowship Club, past state delegate and member of Wisconsin Campers 
Association, member of Kiwanis Silver K club of Two Rivers and a member of the 
Mishicot Senior Citizens.
Survivors include a son and a daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Mary Bruechert of 
Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Sylvia and Scott Buckley of Madison; two 
brothers, Harold and Otto Bruechert, both of Two Rivers and eight grandchildren 
also survive. He was preceded in death by two brothers.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, from 4 pm to 9 pm Wednesday 
and Thursday at the church from 12 noon until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Dec. 10, 1986 page 26
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[Reinhold Bruechert/bur. 12-11-1986/age 72 yrs.]
(28 Dec 1913/Dec 1986/SSDI)


HAROLD BRUEMMER

Harold A. Bruemmer, 65, of 1608 Emmett St., Two Rivers, retired employe in 
the maintenance division of Hamilton Mfg. co. and a former plumbing inspector 
of the city of Two Rivers, died unexpectedly of a heart attack shortly after 
the noon hour Wednesday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. He had been stricken 
at his home earlier.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump officiating. Burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery.
Mr. Bruemmer was born at Two Rivers Oct. 10, 1901, son of the late William 
and Wilhelmina Voigt Bruemmer. He learned the plumbing trade as a young man 
while employed at the fomrer Lahey and Watson firm at Two Rivers. For 19 years 
he was a city employe, serving as plumbing inspector many years. For 13 years 
until his retirement nearly four years ago, he was with Hamilton. A longtime 
member of the Two Rivers aerie of Eagles, he was also a member of the Hamilton 
Goodfellowship Club.
Surviving are his wife, the former Margaret Marshek, whom he married at 
Manitowoc Aug. 18, 1926; a daughter, Jean, of Two Rivers, two sons, William 
of Ypsilanti, Mich., and Jack, of Greendale, Wis., three sisters, Mrs. Otto 
Wilke, of Florida and Mrs. Clara Kronforst and Mrs. Louise Mueller, of Two 
Rivers and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday where memorial services 
will be conducted by the Eagles at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, July 27, 1967 P.9
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(10 Oct. 1901/July 1967/SSDI)


JEAN BRUEMMER

Jean M. Bruemmer, age 68, a resident of Manitowoc Health Care Center, died 
Tuesday, April 30, 1996, at the center.
Rev. Kim Henning officiated a private family service on Wednesday, May 1, 1996 
and burial followed at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born March 31, 1928, in Two Rivers, daughter of Margaret Marshek Bruemmer 
and the late Harold Bruemmer.
Survivors include her mother, Margaret Bruemmer; one brother and two sisters-in-
law, Jack and Shirley Bruemmer, Greendale, Jean Bruemmer, Phoenix, Ariz.; a number 
of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in 
death by one brother, Bill Bruemmer.
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 1, 1996 P. A2


MARGARET M. BRUEMMER

Margaret M. Bruemmer, age 97, a resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two 
Rivers, died early Thursday morning, May 18, 2000, at the home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2000, at the Klein & 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Service will be Rev. Kim 
Henning with burial to follow at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Margaret was born August 25, 1902, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and 
Josephine Hynek Marshek. On August 18, 1926, she married Harold Bruemmer in 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on July 26, 1967.
Survivors include one son, Jack Bruemmer, Greendale, Wis.; a daughter-in-law, 
Jean Bruemmer, Phoenix, Ariz.; eight grandchildren, Robert Bruemmer, Rebecca 
Bruemmer, Helen (Neil) Forrest, Beth (Hogan) Strom, Barbara Bruemmer, Jodi (Chuck) 
Rodabaugh, Jacque, David Bruemmer; nine great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by one 
son, William; one daughter, Jean; four brothers and one sister.
The family will greet relatives and friends Saturday, May 20, 2000, at the Klein 
& Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 
11 .am.
Herald Times Reporter, May 19, 2000  P. A2
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(25 Aug 1902/18 May 2000/SSDI)


JOHN F. BRUHN

County Farmer Pulled Into Tractor Power Take-Off Shaft and Killed
John F. Bruhn Accident Victim
Valders - John F. Bruhn, 73, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, was killed instantly 
Thursday morning when he was pulled into the power take-off shaft of a 
farm tractor.
The accident occurred about 9:45 a.m. on the farm of Bruhn's son-in-law,
Norbert Otto, located 2 1/2 miles west of Valders on a town road.
Coroner Dr. Theodore Teitgen and Undersheriff Lyle Klar, who investigated,
said that Bruhn was operating corn binder equipment in a field about a 
quarter mile from the farm home. He was alone at the time and there were 
no witnesses to the accident.
Authorities were not able to determine how Bruhn came in contact with the
power take-off shaft which was protected by guards. They..(distorted line).. 
been reaching into the machinery when the accident occurred.
Mrs. Otto discovered the body of her father after being attracted to the
scene by the speed-up of the tractor motor, according to authorities.
Bruhn had been helping out with the corn harvest on the farm.
Bruhn had been honored at the State Fair this fall as a Century Farm owner.
He had owned the 180-acre farm in the Town of Two Rivers since 1910 and 
which was acquired by his grandfather in 1877.
The body was removed to the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. 
Funeral arrangements will be announced Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, October 3, 1957  p.1
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Funeral services for John F. Bruhn, 73, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, killed Thursday
in a farm accident near Valders, will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Zion Evang-
elical United Brethren Church, Mishicot, the Rev. B.A. Zimdars officiating.
Interment will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bruhn was born Nov. 12, 1854, in the Town of Two Rivers, son of the late
Frederick and Mathilda Koenig Bruhn, and resided in the township his entire
life. Active in affairs of the Two Rivers Co-operative for years, he was a
past director. For a number of years he served as a director of the Wisconsin
Cheese Producers Co-operative and was also on the board of the Saxonburg 
Dairy Co-operative for several years. For a number of years he also served
as president of the old West Shore Telephone Co. His wife, the former Linda
Becker, whom he married in Dodge County, Oct. 17, 1918, died Nov. 5, 1946.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Norbert Otto of Rt. 1, Valders; three sons,
Roger of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Dale of Madison, and Elton of Greenleaf, Wis.;
a sister, Mrs. Frieda Mueller of Rt. 1, Mishicot; two brothers, Henry of
Deerfield, Wis., and Fred of Inglewood, Calif., and 21 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers,
until 10 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church where
the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, October 4, 1957
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[John Fred Bruhn]


LINDA M. BRUHN

Mrs. John Bruhn, 57, nee Linda Becker, of route 1, Two Rivers, died Tuesday 
night at Wisconsin General hospital, Madison, following a brief illness.
She was born in 1888 in Clyman, Dodge county, and in 1918 was married to John 
Bruhn, located on the present farm home.
Survivors are the husband; daughter, Mrs. Norbert Otto of route 1, Valders; 
three sons, Roger and Elton at home, Dale of Madison; two brothers, Emil and 
William Becker of Juneau; three sisters, Mrs. Louis Schuett and Mrs. Edward 
Sprenger of Juneau, Mrs. Leonard Alexandeer of Fond du Lac; and three grand-
children.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Zion Evangelical church 
in Mishicot, the Rev. Robert Boettcher officiating. Burial will be in Forest 
View cemetery, Two Rivers.
The body will lie in state at the church from Friday noon until the hour of 
services. The casket will not be opened after the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, November 7, 1946 P. 2


FAY L. BUCK

Fay L. Buck, 90, of 2136-34th St., Two Rivers, a former Vilas County resort 
operator, died Wednesday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he 
had been a patient for several weeks.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Gervase Zanotti, pastor of First Presbyterian 
Church, Manitowoc, officiating. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Buck was born Feb. 26, 1874, at Hopkins Station, Mich., son of the late 
George and Elmina Buck. When he was 16 the family brought him to Vilas County, 
Wisconsin, where later for 20 years he owned and operated Buck's Divide Resort. 
He married the former Orpha Nokes at Omaha, Neb., June 15, 1917, and two years 
later the couple moved to Duluth, Minn. From 1927 to 1951, when he moved to 
Two Rivers and retired, he lived at Glidden, Wis.
Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Joyce Begalke, of Two Rivers 
and Mrs. Betty Lou Allen, of Neenah; four sons, Frank, of Ontonagon, Mich., 
Chief Master Serveant (sic) Harvey, of Westover Air Force Base, Mass., Chief 
Warrant Officer Fay, of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and William Buck, of Milwaukee; 
a sister, Mrs. Nina Gerlack, of Milwaukee; a brother, Roy, of Omaha, Neb., 18 
grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, July 9, 1964 P. 6
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[Fay Lynn Buck]
(26 Feb 1874/Jul 1964/SSDI)


ORPHA A. BUCK

Mrs. Orpha Buck, 76, of 2003 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday 
at home.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiating. Burial 
will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Buck, nee Orpha Nokes, was born Oct. 29, 1896, in the Twon of 
Bridge Creek, Eau Claire County, daughter of William and Alberta 
Congdon Nokes. She was married June 15, 1917, at Omaha, Neb., to Fay 
Buck. After two years the family moved to Duluth, Minn., in 1927 to 
Glidden, Wis., and to Two Rivers in 1951. Mr. Buck died July 8, 1964, 
at Two Rivers. She retired as an employe of Two Rivers Municipal 
Hospital in 1961.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Two sisters and two brothers precede her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday.
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, March 22, 1973
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[Orpha Alma]


KENNETH A. BUEHLER

Kenneth A. Buehler, age 72, of Two Rivers, died on Thursday, March 17, 2005, at 
Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. 
Ken was born in Marshall on July 16, 1932, the son of the late Arno and Martha 
Buehler. He attended school in Marshall and was a graduate of Marshall High 
School with the class of 1951. After graduation, Ken attended the University of 
Wisconsin-Whitewater. Throughout high school and college, Ken participated in 
many sports and excelled in basketball. From 1953 until 1954 Ken served in the 
U.S. Army as a military policeman, stationed both in Georgia and Germany. On 
Oct. 30, 1954, he married the former Gwen Braaten at Marshall Methodist Church. 
Ken started to work with General Telephone Company in July 1957 and continued 
his career for more than 35 years, retiring in 1992. 
Survivors include his wife, Gwen of Two Rivers; two sons and daughters-in-law, 
Kevin and Anita Buehler of Mansfield, Texas, and Steve and Jackie Buehler of 
Sussex; a daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Terry Kust of Two Rivers; seven 
grandchildren, Katie, Ryan, Brett and Matt Buehler, and Tyler, Brody and Logan 
Kust; a sister and brother-in-law, Beverly and Bob Lange of Marshall; and an 
A.F.S. son, Carlos Coirolo, and his son, Felipe of Uruguay. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 21, 2005, at EMANUEL 
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Two Rivers. Officiating at the funeral service will be 
the Rev. Sonia Alvarado. Burial will take place immediately following the service 
at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at church on Monday, March 21, 2005, 
from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home 
and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers, is assisting the Buehler family with 
arrangements. 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made in Ken's name to 
the Emanuel United Methodist Church.
Herald Times Reporter, March 2005


JOHN A. BUETTNER

John A. Buettner, age 72, of 7088 Puckett Road, Alvin, formerly of Two 
Rivers, died Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, at his residence.
John was born Jan. 15, 1937, in Shawano, a son of the late Henry and 
Viola (Korth) Buettner. He was educated in Shawano schools. On Nov. 11, 
1967, he married Judith Ann Danek in Manitowoc. She preceded him in 
death on Nov. 13, 1990. John was employed at Streu Construction Co. for 
37 years.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, at St. 
John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service 
will be the Rev. David Scherbarth, with burial to follow in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Deja & Martin Funeral 
Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, on Thursday evening, Jan. 22, 2009, 
from 4 to 8 p.m. Visitation will continue on Friday morning at St. John's 
Evangelical Lutheran Church from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 19, 2009


ALFRED BUHK

Alfred Buhk, 47, former Two Rivers resident, died of injuries he sustained in 
a highway accident at Waukesha Saturday morning.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. F.H. Zarling officiating. Burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery.
A resident of Milwaukee, Mr. Buhk suffered fatal injuries when a car which he 
was driving collided with a truck near Waukesha. He was removed to the Waukesha 
Memorial Hospital and died Sunday.
The deceased was born in 1905 at Sturgeon Bay and left Two Rivers 10 years ago 
for Milwaukee.
Surviving him are two daughters, Mrs. Donald Pierce and Shirley of Manitowoc; 
two sons, Melvin and Donald in the Army in Texas; his mother, Mrs. William Buhk; 
a sister, Mrs. Louis Schramm; three brothers, William of Manitowoc and Harold 
and Ned of Two Rivers, and two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, July 14, 1952 P. 2
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Marriage of Alfred Buhk and Edna Rahn 
The marriage of Miss Edna Ida Rahn, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rahn of the 
Town of Two Rivers and Alfred Herman Buhk, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Buhk, also 
of the Town of Two Rivers, was solemnized at St. John's Lutheran church, Rev. 
Haase officiating. The couple was attended by Miss Lena Buhk, a sister of the 
groom and Harvey Stueck, cousin of the bride. Following the ceremony, a reception 
was held at the home of the groom's parents where a wedding dinner was served. 
The couple will reside on Manitowoc Route 7. The groom is employed as a blacksmith.
The Reporter, Fri., Feb. 20, 1925
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(She is buried in Kossuth Evergreen, Manitowoc county under Neuenfeldt)


HILDA BUHK

Mrs. Hilda Buhk, 77, formerly of 2324 Roosevelt Ave., Two Rivers, died Monday, 
Dec. 8, at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate and burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Buhk was born Aug. 13, 1903, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Louis and 
Fredericka Schultz Shambeau. She was married to Ned Buhk Jan. 30, 1924, at Two 
Rivers. He preceded her in death Jan. 9, 1956. Mrs. Buhk was a member of St. 
John Ladies Society and Senior Citizens.
Survivors include a son, Douglas of Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. Cyril (Bea) 
Klein of Two Rivers and Mrs. Roland (Carolyn) Malkowski of Albuquerque, N.M.; a 
brother, Erwin Shambeau of Milwaukee; eight grandchidlren and five great grand-
children.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers after 4 
o'clock this Tuesday afternoon and after 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church until 
the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, December 9, 1980 P.3
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POPULAR TWO RIVERS COUPLE ARE WED TODAY
TWO RIVERS, Feb. 1-Two popualr (sic) young people of Two Rivers took the 
marriage vows at St. John's Lutheran church Thursday morning at 10:30 o'clock 
when Miss Hilda Shambeau and Nathaniel Buhk were joined in wedlock. The 
ceremony witnessed by many friends and relatives of the couple, was performed 
by Rev. W.G. Haase, Harold Meinecke and Miss Esther Litke and Alfred Buhk and 
Miss Althea Kock were the attending couples.
The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Wenzel Buhk and the bride is a daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Shambeau, well known farmers in this vicinity. A wedding 
dinner was served at the home of the bride and the occasion duly celebrated.
The couple will reside on Roosevelt avenue, the groom being employed at the 
Grimmer & Luebke store.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, February 1, 1924 P.13
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Notes from Two Rivers:
Two popular young people of Two Rivers were married at St. John's Lutheran Church 
last Thursday morning, they being Miss Hilda Shambeau and Nathaniel Buhk. The 
ceremony was performed by Rev. W.G. Haase. Harold Meinecke and Miss Esther Litke 
and Alfred Buhk and Miss Althea Kock were the attendants.
The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Wenzel Buhk and the bride is a daughter of Mr. 
and Mrs. Louis Shambeau, well known farmers in this vicinity. A wedding dinner was 
served at the home of the bride. The couple will reside on Roosevelt Ave., the 
groom being employed at the Grummer and Luebke Store.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 7, 1924
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(13 Aug 1903/Dec 1980/SSDI)


LOUISE BUHK

In failing health for more than a year, Mrs. Louise Buhk, 71, Rt. 2, Manitowoc, 
Sogge's Corners, died at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital early Wednesday 
morning, where she had been a patient for the past three weeks.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from the Klein & Stangel, 
Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church, 
the Rev. Frederic Zarling officiating. Interment will be in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Buhk, nee Louise Kath, was born in the town of Nasawaupee, Door County, 
in 1889 (sic), a daughter of the late Julius and Marie Dettmann Kath. In 1908 
she was married to William Buhk at Manitowoc. He died in 1951.
Surviving Mrs. Buhk are a daughter, Mrs. Louis Schramm of Two Rivers, and three 
sons, Ned and Harold Buhk of Two Rivers and William Jr. on the home farm. She 
also leaves a sister, Mrs. Elmer Lange of Ephraim, Door County, and four brothers, 
Henry of Sawyer, Door County, William of Two Rivers, Fred of Wauwatosa, and Gustave 
Kath of Hales Corners, Milwaukee, 13 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 p.m. Wednesday until the time of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, August 26, 1953 P. 33


NED BUHK

Ned Buhk, 55, of 2344 Roosevelt Ave., Two Rivers, died Monday night after a
lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Klein & Stangel
Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church,
Two Rivers, the Rev. W.G. Hanse officiating. Burial will be in Forest View
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Born in the Twon of Nasawaupee, Door County, on Dec. 18, 1900, a son of the
late William and Louise Kath Buhk, he was but a child when the family brought
him to the Town of Manitowoc, settling on a farm at Sogge's Corners. He 
married the former Hilda Shambeau at Two Rivers on Jan. 30, 1924.
Before his illness 11 years ago he was engaged as a fish net salesman in this
area.
Besides his wife he leaves two daughters (private), a son (private); as sister,
Mrs. Louis Schramm of Two Rivers; two brothers, Harold of Two Rivers and 
William of the Town of Manitowoc; and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, January 10, 1956  p.13
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POPULAR TWO RIVERS COUPLE ARE WED TODAY
TWO RIVERS, Feb. 1-Two popualr (sic) young people of Two Rivers took the 
marriage vows at St. John's Lutheran church Thursday morning at 10:30 o'clock 
when Miss Hilda Shambeau and Nathaniel Buhk were joined in wedlock. The 
ceremony witnessed by many friends and relatives of the couple, was performed 
by Rev. W.G. Haase, Harold Meinecke and Miss Esther Litke and Alfred Buhk and 
Miss Althea Kock were the attending couples.
The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Wenzel Buhk and the bride is a daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Shambeau, well known farmers in this vicinity. A wedding 
dinner was served at the home of the bride and the occasion duly celebrated.
The couple will reside on Roosevelt avenue, the groom being employed at the 
Grimmer & Luebke store.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, February 1, 1924 P.13
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Notes from Two Rivers:
Two popular young people of Two Rivers were married at St. John's Lutheran Church 
last Thursday morning, they being Miss Hilda Shambeau and Nathaniel Buhk. The 
ceremony was performed by Rev. W.G. Haase. Harold Meinecke and Miss Esther Litke 
and Alfred Buhk and Miss Althea Kock were the attendants.
The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Wenzel Buhk and the bride is a daughter of Mr. 
and Mrs. Louis Shambeau, well known farmers in this vicinity. A wedding dinner was 
served at the home of the bride. The couple will reside on Roosevelt Ave., the 
groom being employed at the Grummer and Luebke Store.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 7, 1924


WILLIAM F. BUHK SR.

William Buhk Sr., 69, of route 2, Manitowoc, a blacksmith for the Hamilton 
Manufacturing Company in Two Rivers until his retirement four years ago, 
died Wednesday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital following a brief 
illness.
Mr. Buhk, who had made his home on a farm near Sogge's Corners, where he 
also worked at the blacksmith trade, had been hospitalized since last 
Friday.
Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Klein and Stangel Funeral 
Home and at 2 o'clock at St. John Lutheran church, Two Rivers, with the Rev. 
W.G. Haase officiating. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery.
Born in Germany in 1882, the deceased was a son of the late William and Marie 
Holtz Buhk. When a child of six years he came to America with his parents, 
settling first in Sheboygan.
In 1908 he married the former Louise Kath in Manitowoc and the couple moved 
to Forestville in Door County, later coming to Manitowoc County to the Sogge's 
Corners farm where they had continued to make there home during Mr. Buhk's 
employment at the Hamilton firm.
Surviving, in addition to the wife, are a daughter, Mrs. Louis Schramm of Two 
Rivers; four sons, Ned and Harold of Two Rivers, Alfred of Milwaukee and 
William Jr., on the home farm; two brothers, Alex and Arling Buhk of Sheboygan; 
one sister, Mrs. Agnes Hirt of Milwaukee; 12 grandchildren and five great-
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from 7 p.m. Thursday 
until the time of services Saturday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, December 5, 1951 P. 2


ELSIE L. BUNZOW

Elsie Bunzow of 2615 Lincoln Ave., Two Rivers, died Wednesday noon in Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday in St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Martin Scheele will officiate and burial will 
be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Bunzow, nee Elsie Kickbusch, was born in Taylor County, daughter of the 
late Charles and Ida Raasch Kickbusch. She was married to Elmer Landt in 1925 
in Two Rivers. He died in 1937. She was married to Frank Bunzow in 1943. She 
was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Ladies of St. John Parish 
and Senior Citizens.
Survivors include her husband, two daughters, Mrs. William (Dorothy) Nielson 
of Kenosha and Mrs. Walter (Donna) Specht of Manitowoc; a brother, Clarence 
Kickbusch of Kewaunee and 10 grandchildren.
Friends may call in Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 6 p.m. to 
9 p.m. Friday, where members of Senior Citizens will meet at 6:30 p.m. and 
a memorial service will be at 7 p.m. by members of VFW Auxiliary.
Herald Times Reporter, April 19, 1979 P. 3
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(7 Dec. 1899/Apr. 1979/SSDI)


FRANK J. BUNZOW

Frank J. Bunzow, age 94, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, 
formerly of Two Rivers, died Saturday, Dec. 29, 2001, at the Aurora 
Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2002 
at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of 
Christian Burial will be the Rev. Larry J. Seidl, with burial to 
follow in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. Military rites will be 
accorded by the VFW and American Legion Posts of Two Rivers.
Frank was born Aug. 31, 1907, in the town of Two Rivers, a son of 
the late Henry C. and Katherina Eiermann Bunzow. He attended St. Luke 
Parochial School in Two Rivers. Frank was drafted into the U.S. Army
on May 27, 1942 and received his basic training at St. Louis, Missouri.
He served with the military police, 903 Guard Squad, and as duty Sgt. 
until the 903 was sent overseas. He then transferred to Pratt, Kansas
with the 20th Air Force B 29's. On Dec. 18, 1944, he also was sent 
overseas, and served in Guam, in the Marriannas, Western Pacific, and 
Saipan. Frank received three battle stars, the American service ribbon, 
Asiatic pacific theatre service ribbon, and the good conduct medal. He 
was honorably discharged from service on Nov. 19, 1945. On Sept. 1, 1943 
he was married to Elsie (Kickbusch) Landt in Denver, CO. She preceded 
him in death, April 18, 1979. Frank was employed as a press operator with 
Eggers Industries for over 26 years, retiring in June 1972. He was a 
lifetime member of the VFW Post #1248, American Legion Post #165, the Two
Rivers Senior Center, and the Carpenters Union. He was also a past member 
of the Two Rivers Silver K.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Dorothy and William 
Nielson of Kenosha, Donna and Walter Specht of Manitowoc; 10 grandchildren, 
Jeffrey (Germaine) Specht, Judy (Terry) Sleger, Rick Specht, Greg (Amy) 
Specht, Nancy (Monte) Miller, Jody (Larry) Siebel, Gary (Julie) Nielson, 
Laurie  (Bill) Rock, and David (Maureen) Nielson, and 13 great grandchildren. 
He is further survived by one brother, Charles Bunzow, Two Rivers, one niece, 
two nephews, and their families.
Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Shari Nielson,
and a sister-in-law, Violet Bunzow.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers after 10 a.m. on Thursday until the time of mass at 11 a.m. There 
will be no visitation this evening.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the Bunzow family 
with funeral arrangements.
Frank's family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the entire staff 
at the Wisteria Haus, and St. Mary's Home for the excellent care given to him!
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, January 2, 2002 pg. A3


EUGENE BURKE

A memorial service for Gene and Lynne (Matzke) Burke, residents of Philadelphia, 
Pa., who died Dec. 30, 2004 and May 2, 2005, respectively, will be held at 
7 p.m. Friday, May 20, 2005, at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. The 
Rev. Kay S. Richter will officiate at the service with burial of their cremated 
remains in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Lynne and Gene are survived by: Barbara and Ken Powell and Lana and Terry Ernst, 
all of Two Rivers; and several nieces and a nephew. They were preceded in death 
by Lynne's parents: Leo C. and Erma Matzke.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers, on Friday evening, May 20, 2005, from 6 p.m. until the time of service 
at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, May 18, 2005  P. A3


LYNNE BURKE

Lynne C. Burke, age 56, of 8475 Verree Road, Philadelphia, Pa., died May 2, 2005, 
at home.
Lynne was born Nov. 3, 1948 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Leo C. and Erma 
Ehlers Matzke. She graduated from Washington High School, Two Rivers, with the 
class of 1966 and in 1970 from the University of Hawaii. On April 29, 1989, she 
married Gene Burke. He preceded her in death in December 2004.
Survivors include two sisters and brothers-in-law: Barbara and Ken Powell and 
Lana and Terry Ernest, all of Two Rivers; nieces and nephews: Michael (Nicole) 
Powell, Columbus, Mont.; Tracy (Rick) Edwards, Manitowoc; Kerry (Jason) Rivest, 
Manitowoc; and Becky Ernst, Two Rivers.
No local services will be held with burial to be held at a later date.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers, is assisting the Burke family with 
local arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 6, 2005 P. A3
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A memorial service for Gene and Lynne (Matzke) Burke, residents of Philadelphia, 
Pa., who died Dec. 30, 2004 and May 2, 2005, respectively, will be held at 
7 p.m. Friday, May 20, 2005, at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. The 
Rev. Kay S. Richter will officiate at the service with burial of their cremated 
remains in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Lynne and Gene are survived by: Barbara and Ken Powell and Lana and Terry Ernst, 
all of Two Rivers; and several nieces and a nephew. They were preceded in death 
by Lynne's parents: Leo C. and Erma Matzke.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers, on Friday evening, May 20, 2005, from 6 p.m. until the time of service 
at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, May 18, 2005  P. A3


ALWOOD BURMEISTER

Alwood Burmeister, 70, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, retired longtime Crescent Woolen 
Mills Co. employee at Two Rivers, where he was a department head, died Friday 
afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 1:30 
pm Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers and at 2 pm at St. 
John Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. Burial will 
be in Forest View Cemetery.
Alwood Burmeister was born in the Town of Two Rivers, July 20, 1896, a son of 
the late Henry and Amelia Schmidt Burmeister. He was an overseas Army veteran 
of World War I. He married the former Edith Schmidt at St. John Church May 5, 
1926. 
Surviving are his wife; a son, Emmanuel of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; three brothers, 
Carl of Two Rivers, Edgar of Oshkosh and Harry of Chicago, Ill., and two 
grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 pm Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Aug. 6, 1966 page M13
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(b. 20 July 1896/d. Aug. 1966/SSDI)
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Alwood Burmeister, after spending many long months in overseas service has 
arrived home where he thinks the people and the weather and the scenery and 
everything are nicer than over there (or anywhere else.)
The Reporter, Thurs., July 31, 1919
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Miss Edith H. Schmidt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Schmidt and 
Alwood Burmeister, both of this city were joined in marriage Wednesday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock, the ceremony being performed at the St. John's 
Lutheran Church by Rev. W.G. Haase. Miss Merna Burmeister and Miss 
Dorothy Geerdt attended the bride while the groom was attended by Harry 
Burmeister and Herman Burchard. A wedding supper was served at the 
bride's home with covers laid for 25 guests. A dance at Sogge's Hall in the 
evening with music furnished by Johanek's band completed the festivities. 
Mr. and Mrs. Burmeister will make their home in this city, the groom being 
employed by the Boehringer Oil and Fuel Company.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., May 7, 1926 


ARCHIE BURMEISTER

Archie H. Burmeister, 77, of 1942 30th St., Two Rivers, died late Wednesday 
night in Kewaunee Nursing Home where he had resided the past month. Funeral 
services will be 11 am Saturday in Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church, LCA, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Richard Bidwell will officiate and burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Burmeister was born March 5, 1901 in Kewaunee County, son of the late 
Charles and Emma Mahachek Burmeister. As a child the family moved to Chippewa 
County, where he attended schools, moving to Two Rivers in 1927. He married 
Eleanor Luevestors May 8, 1926 in Chippewa County. Mr. Burmeister had been 
employed with Hamilton Industries in the packaging department, retiring in 
1966. He was a charter member of Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church and had 
served as vice president of the church council.
Survivors include his wife; a son and daughter-in-law, Eugene and Bonnie 
Burmeister; and a daughter and son-in-law, Harold and Sylvia??, Two Rivers; 
two brothers, Orville of Boyd, Wis., and Melvin of St. Paul, Minn.; two sisters, 
Mrs. Edward Stoll of Kalispell, Mont., and Mrs. Norman Luebke of Manitowoc and 
two grandchildren, Brenda and Teha Burmeister.
There will be no visitation. Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is 
in charge of funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, Nov. 9, 1978 page 3
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(b. 5 Mar. 1901/d. Nov. 1978/SSDI)


CHARLOTTE C. BURMEISTER

Charlotte C. Burmeister, age 66, of 2402 W. River St., Two Rivers, died Friday, 
June 15, 2007, at her home. 
Charlotte was born Dec. 12, 1940, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Chester 
and Lucille (Dassey) Weier, Sr. She married Emmanuel Burmeister on Dec. 21, 1957, 
in Two Rivers. 
Survivors include her husband: Emmanuel Burmeister, Two Rivers; three daughters 
and one son-in-law: Joan Londo, Two Rivers; Jean and Ronald Linsmeier, Two Rivers; 
June Gilpatrick, Houston; four grandchildren: Brian, Kevin, Jessica and James; 
two sisters and one brother-in-law: Lucille Mikeal, Two Rivers; Clara and Keith 
Meyer, Two Rivers; three brothers: Chester Weier, Pennsylvania; Robert Weier, 
Manitowoc, and Wade Weier, Two Rivers. She is further survived by several nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends.
Charlotte was preceded in death by one daughter: Jane Burmeister; one grandson: 
Andrew Linsmeier; one brother: Billy Weier; and two sisters: Agnes Headstrum and 
Eddie Leslie. 
The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, 
at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home. 
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, at the Klein and 
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. 
William Lobb with burial to follow on Thursday at Forest View Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Herald Times Reporter, June 18, 2007 


EDITH BURMEISTER

Mrs. Edith Burmeister, 73, formerly of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died Sunday at Manitowoc 
County Hospital where she had been a patient for six years. Funeral services 
will be at 2 pm Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
the Rev. Edward Stelter officiating. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mrs. Burmeister, nee Esther Schmidt, was born in the Town of Mishicot May 15, 
1899, daughter of the late George and Mary Kouba Schmidt. She was married at St. 
John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, May 5, 1920. Her husband preceded 
her in death Aug. 5, 1966.
Surviving are a son, Emmanuel, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers and three grandchildren. A 
daughter, granddaughter, two sisters and a brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 o'clock this Monday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., May 7, 1973 page 3
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Miss Edith H. Schmidt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Schmidt and 
Alwood Burmeister, both of this city were joined in marriage Wednesday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock, the ceremony being performed at the St. John's 
Lutheran Church by Rev. W.G. Haase. Miss Merna Burmeister and Miss 
Dorothy Geerdt attended the bride while the groom was attended by Harry 
Burmeister and Herman Burchard. A wedding supper was served at the 
bride's home with covers laid for 25 guests. A dance at Sogge's Hall in the 
evening with music furnished by Johanek's band completed the festivities. 
Mr. and Mrs. Burmeister will make their home in this city, the groom being 
employed by the Boehringer Oil and Fuel Company.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., May 7, 1926 
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(b. 15 Nov. 1899/d. May 1973/SSDI)


ELAINE BURMEISTER

Little Elaine Burmeister, the 14 day old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Ed Burmeister of 2023 East River street, Two Rivers, died this 
morning at her home. Burial will take place tomorrow from the home 
to Forest View Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, February 27, 1928, Page 9


ELEANOR BURMEISTER

Eleanor L. Burmeister, age 87, formerly of 1942-30th Street Two Rivers, died 
last evening, March 17, 1992, at the Hamilton Memorial Home.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, March 20, at the Calvary Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. Rev. Robert Sullivan officiating. Burial will follow in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born in Chippewa County, Wis., May 18, 1904, daughter of the late Bernard 
and Amanda Sass Luebastorff. She married Archie Burmeister on May 8, 1926 at Cadott, 
in Chippewa County. He preceded her in death in November of 1978. She was a charter 
member of Calvary Lutheran Church.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Eugene and Bonnie Burmeister, of 
Mishicot; one daughter, Sylvia Hanson, of Two Rivers; one brother, Fred Luebastorff, 
of St. Paul, Minn.; one sister, Dorothy Curtiss, of Center Line, Mich.; two 
grandchildren, Brenda and her husband, William Dennis, of Racine; Teha and her 
husband, Patrick Redeker, of Green Bay; three step grandchildren, Terry and his 
wife, Jennifer Hanson, of Two Rivers, Judith and her husband, Gerald Schultz, of 
Appleton, Doug and his wife, Diane Hanson, of Knoxville, Tenn.; one great grandchild, 
Billy Dennis; four step great grandchildren, Heather, Erin, Cory and Travis. She was 
preceded in death by one son-in-law, one great granddaughter and four brothers.
Friends may call at Calvary Lutheran Church from 10 a.m. Friday until the time of 
services.
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home of Two Rivers assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 18, 1992 P. B10
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(Eleanor L./18 May 1904/Mar 1992/SSDI)


EMMANUEL BURMEISTER

Emmanuel J. Burmeister, age 80, of 2402 W. Rivers Street, Two Rivers, died 
Sunday afternoon, January 26, 2014, at Aurora Medical Center, Manitowoc 
County.
Emmanuel was born February 11, 1933, son of the late Alwood and Edith (Schmidt) 
Burmeister. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. On December 21, 
1957 he married Charlotte C. (Weier) Burmeister in Two Rivers. She preceded him 
in death on June 15, 2007. Emmanuel was employed at Gruman's Machine Shop as a 
machinist and also at Mirro Aluminum Company for 25 years before his retirement. 
He was a member of the Samll Engine Club and enjoyed attending steam engine and 
tractor shows.
Survivors include three daughters and one son-in-law; special friend; four 
grandchildren; one sister-in-law; one brother-in-law (private). Nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends also survive.
He was also preceded in death by one daughter, Jane Burmeister; one grandson, 
Andrew Linsmeier, and infant sister, Elaine Burmeister.
A visitation to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2014, 
at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. 
Burial will be at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers at a later date. Full Military 
Honors will be accorded by the Two Rivers V.F.W. and American Legion.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the famiy by visiting 
www.kleinandstangel.com
Herald Times Reporter, January 2014


JANE BURMEISTER

Jane Ann, seven-weeks old daughter of Emmanuel and Charlottee Weier Burmeister, 
of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died of suffocation at the home early Thursday morning.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Forest 
View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Jane Ann was born at Two Rivers Oct. 19, 1962.
Besides the parents she leaves two sisters, her twin (Private), at home; the 
paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Alwood Burmeister, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers 
and the maternal grandparetns, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Klein of Memorial Drive, 
Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, December 13, 1962 P. 20


ERNST BUSCHMANN

Ernest Buschmann, 57, of 2006 13th street, Two Rivers, died late Saturday at 
the Two Rivers Municipal hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Klein and Stangel 
Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, and at 2 o'clock at St. John Lutheran church, 
Two Rivers. Burial will be in Forest View cemetery.
He was born in Germany in 1892 and in 1918 married Miss Frieda Eisleben. They 
located in Two Rivers in 1923. Mr. Buschman was employed there at the Hamilton, 
Aluminum Goods and Eggers Plywood factories before taking his last job as 
janitor of the Grace Congregational church at Two Rivers. Mrs. Buschmann 
preceded him in death by about seven months.
Survivors include a son, Richard of Two Rivers; two daughters, Mrs. William 
Kracht of Two Creeks and Mrs. Paul Held of Sheboygan; a brohter, Kurt of 
Manitowoc; and two sisters, Mrs. Helen Hackenberg and Mrs. Ida Fischer both 
of Germany. Five grandchildren also survive.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 3, 1950 P. 2


FRIEDA BUSCHMANN

Mrs. Ernst Buschmann, 55, of Two Rivers, died yesterday afternoon following 
a three years illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Klein and Stangel 
Inc., funeral home and at 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran church, the Rev. W.G. 
Haase officiating. Interment will be in Forest View cemetery.
Mrs. Buschmann, the former Freieda Brahmann, was born in 1896 in Eisleben, 
Germany. She was educated there and in 1918 was married to Ernst Buschmann. 
The couple came to the United States in 1923 and settled in Two Rivers.
Survivors are the husband; mother, Mrs. Emily Karl of Two Rivers; son, Richard 
at home; two daughters, Mrs. William Kracht of Two Creeks and Mrs. Paul Held 
of Sheboygan; brother, George Karl of Two Rivers; four sisters, Mrs. William 
Koessr, Mrs. Louis Cretton and Mrs. Robert Grenier of Two Rivers and Mrs. 
Gilbert Trudeau of Green Bay; and five grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 o'clock tonight.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, September 22, 1949 P. 2


ESTHER M. BUVID

Mrs. Esther Buvid, 91, of 2401 Polk Street, Two Rivers, died Thursday evening, 
June 9, 1988 at North Ridge Health Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
were held at 10 am Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Rev. 
David Scherbarth officiated with burial at Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Buvid was born September 12, 1896 at Louis Corners, Wisconsin, daughter of 
the late August and Mary Roehr Ninmer. She married Stanley Buvid and he preceded 
her in death.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Harold (Buzz) and Florence Buvid 
and Ralph and Margaret Buvid, all of Two Rivers; a daughter, Mrs. Alice Engeldinger 
of Mishicot; 13 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren also survive. She was 
preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters.
Deja and Martin Funeral Home, Two Rivers, assisted the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., June 11, 1988 page 11
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(12 Sep 1896/09 Jun 1988/SSDI)


HAROLD T. "BUZZ" BUVID

Harold "Bum" Buvid(sic), 66, of ?? Garfield St., Two Rivers, died early Saturday 
morning, July 12, 1989 at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will 
be 11 am Monday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David 
Scherbarth will officiate and burial will be in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Buvid was born April 10, 1923, at Two Rivers, son of the late Stanley and 
Esther Ninmer Buvid. He attended Grade School and High School in Two Rivers. Mr. 
Buvid was a Veteran of World War Ii serving in the Army. He married Florence 
Redeker, June 29, 1946 at Two Rivers. Mr. Buvid was employed at Two Rivers 
Filtration Plant and later at the Water and Light Department for 35 years.
Survivors include his wife, two sons and daughters-in-law, Lee and Kathy of Two 
Rivers, Keith and Marsha of Newton; three daughters and sons-in-law, Wendy and 
Ken Bornemann of Newton, Nancy and Michael Derenne of Iron Mountain, Michigan, 
Holly and Andrew Laurin of Two Rivers; a brother, Ralph of of Two Rivers; a 
sister, Mrs. Alice Engeldinger of Two Rivers; seven grandchildren, Scott, Lisa, 
Darren and Brian Buvid, Christopher and Melissa Bornemann and Ian Laurin.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm 
this Sunday and after 9 am Monday at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., July 2, 1989 page b10


RUTH E. BUZZARD

Mrs. Ruth Peters Buzzrd, 85, formerly of Village Green West, Two Rivers, died 
Tuesday evening, Feb. 22, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate and burial will be in 
Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Buzzard was born Feb. 26, 1897, at Wheatland, Iowa, daughter of the late 
Benjamin and Ida Schesser Meyer. She was married to Earl W. Peters, Oct. 19, 
1916, at Davenport, Iowa. He preceded her in death in 1952. She was then married 
to Arthur Buzzard in 1954 at Crown Point, Ind. He preceded her in death in 1956.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Jon (Phyllis) Dailey of Manitowoc, four grand-
children, 10 great grandchildren, a great great grandchild, nieces and nephews. 
She was preceded in death by a son, Earl, two brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 6:30 
o'clock this Thursday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, February 24, 1983 P. 3
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(26 Feb. 1897/Feb. 1983/SSDI)