EDWARD RAAB SR. Edward A. (Eddie) Rabb, 64, of 1416-20th St., Two Rivers, one of the outstanding baseball players in that city over a period of 20 years, died Monday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Raab was born Aug. 9, 1907, at Marshfield, son of the late John and Magdalene Mader Raab. He was graduated from Marshfield High School where he starred in a number of sports. He came to Two Rivers in 1927 after being employed in the office of the Roddis Lumber Co. He was the second baseman on the championship Mirro Baseball club of the Wisconsin State League. He later played at Kingsford, Mich., and Green Bay. For many years through World War II he managed the city team at Two Rivers. He was also one of the area's leading bowlers as well as active as a golfer. He had been employed for a number of years as an industrial engineer of Paragon Electric Co., Inc. In 1934, he married Julia Fuchs at Two Rivers. She preceded him in death in 1966. He married Lucille Kloss Ashenbrenner in 1967. Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, a son and a step-daughter (Survivors omitted for privacy.); two sisters, Mrs. Helen Chill and Mrs. Walter Bennett, of Torrence, Calif.; two brothers, Frank, of Marshfield and John, of Chicago, two grandchildren and five step-grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 6 to 9 o'clock this Tuesday evening where memorial services will be at 8 o'clock. The Manitowoc County Old Time Baseball Players Assn. will meet in a body at 7:30 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 28, 1972 ******* (09 Aug 1907/Mar 1972/SSDI) JULIA RAAB Mrs. Edward A. Raab Sr., 60 of 1416-20th St., Two Rivers, died late Monday night at Manitowoc Memorial Hosptial where she had been a patient for 10 days. She had been in failing health since Christmas. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Raab, nee Julia Fuchs, was born Jan. 5, 1906 at Two Rivers, daugher of the late Theodore and Elizabeth Weiss Fuchs. She attended St. Luke Parochial School and was graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School with the class of 1924. For a number of years until her marriage to Edward Raab April 6, 1932, she was employed in the office of Hamilton Mfg. Co. She was a member of St. Luke Altar Society. Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. John (Mary) Michiewicz, of Fond du Lac, a son, Edward Jr., of Two Rivers, a sister, Mrs. John Bast, of Manitowoc and two grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 2, 1966 P. 32 ******* [Julie Raab]
LUCI KLOSS RAAB Lucille "Lucy" Raab, age 87, a resident of River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc, formerly of 2602 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, died on Tuesday, March 11, 2008, at River's Bend. Lucy was born on May 1, 1920, in Two Rivers, a daughter of the late Martin and Victoria (Kotarek) Kloss, and was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers. She was employed at Paragon Electric Company for many years, and later at Hamilton Manufacturing Company, until her retirement. Lucy enjoyed doing craftwork, knitting, crocheting and ceramics; she also enjoyed the outdoors, and especially loved playing golf. Lucy was a member of St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. She is survived by her daughter: Lynn Ashenbrenner of Two Rivers; seven grand- children: Ross (Barb) Rohr; Dana (Debbie) Rohr; Trisha (Harris) Rosen; Kelly Rohr; Gina Rohr; Heather Reindl; and Amanda Bender; 14 great-grandchildren; and one sister-in-law: Marie Kloss of Two Rivers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Ed Raab; and a brother: John "Bud" Kloss. In accordance with Lucy's wishes, there will be no funeral service held. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506, 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the Raab family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, March 14, 2008 ******** (She is buried with her parents, Martin and Victoria Kloss)
RICHARD W. RABITZ Richard W. Rabitz, age 67, of 15716 Rabitz Rd., Mishicot, entered into eternal life Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011, at the Hamilton Care Center in Two Rivers. Dick was born May 13, 1943, in Manitowoc, to the late Clarence and Genevieve Petska and has been a lifelong area resident. He married the former Carol Rathsack on April 24, 1965, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Two Rivers. Dick was employed as a carpenter for several local building contractors. Dick enjoyed tinkering with his tractors and his plowing days. He was a longtime member of the Carpenters Union Local No. 731 and also was a member of the Mishicot Sportsman's club. He enjoyed spending his spare time doing various building projects and enjoyed playing with his grand-pupp, "Winston." (Survivors omitted for privacy.) In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law: Andrew and Mildred Rathsack; a brother-in-law: Leo Patek; a nephew: Corey Rabitz; and by his Godson: David Samz. A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. on Friday Feb. 4, 2011, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church in Two Rivers with Deacon Kurt Grube officiating with burial at a later date in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Two Rivers. Relatives and friends may call after 3 p.m. on Friday at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church in Two Rivers, until the time of service at 5 p.m. The Rabitz family would like to extend a very special thank you to Dick's doctors and the entire staff of the Hamilton Care Center of Two Rivers for all of their special love, care, and concerns shown to Dick and our family during his illness. Your kindness will always be remembered. The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Rabitz family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 2, 2011
CLEMENT RACHLEWICZ Clement Rocklewitz(sic), 89, of 906-20th St., Two Rivers, retired employe of the Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning at the home. He had been in failing health several months. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. James Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rocklewitz was born Nov. 18, 1875 in Poland, son of the late Peter and Ellen Petkiewicz Rocklewitz. He immigrated to the country in 1900, settling at Two Rivers, where he married the former Ella Waier (sic) at Sacred Heart Church, Aug. 16, 1904. He retired more than 20 years ago after nearly 40 years of employment at the Hamilton firm. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Holy Name Society. Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Stanley (Adeline) Caskey and Mrs. Lawrence (Theresa) LeClair, of Two Rivers; two sons, Walter of Redwood City, Calif., and Leo of Two Rivers; 15 grandchildren. Three daughters preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 28, 1965 P. 5 ********* (The following obituary is for his son): Funeral services were held Thursday, March 6, 1997, in Redwood City, Calif., for Walter Paul Rocklewitz, age 82, formerly of Two Rivers. He was born June 23, 1914, son of Clement and Ella Rocklewitz. He was a former owner of Manitowoc Fish Market and also worked for Hamilton Manufacturing for 28 years, 20 in Two Rivers and eight in California. He left Hamiltons' in 1969 to start Dental and Medical Cabinet Services until his retirement. He remained a member of the Knights of Columbus in Two Rivers. He was married for 59 years. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn (LeClair) Rocklewitz; three children, Robert (Laura) of San Jose, Calif.; Richard (Karen) of Santa Rosa, Calif., Jean Nash of Portola Valley, Calif. He had six grandchildren, Amy, Jill and Rick Rocklewitz of Santa Rosa, Calif., and Jennifer, Keith and Bob Nash of Portola Valley, Calif. He had one surviving sister, Theresa LeClair of Two Rivers. Herald Times Reporter, March 12, 1997 P. A2
ELLA RACHLEWICZ Mrs. Ella Rocklewitz(sic), 88, of 906-26th St., Two Rivers, died Friday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, and at 9:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. James Stamborski will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rocklewitz, nee Ella Weier, was born April 9, 1883 in the Town of Two Rivers, daughter of the late John and Catherine Galas Weier. She was married to Clement Rocklewitz Aug. 16, 1904, at Sacred Heart Church, Two Rivers. Her husband preceded her in death in 1965. Mrs. Rocklewitz was a member of the Ladies Rosary Society of Sacred Heart Church. Survivors include two sons, Leo of Two Rivers and Walter of Redwood City, Calif.; two daughters, Mrs. Adele Kaskey and Mrs. Lawrence (Theresa) LeClair of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Bertha Beizel of Two Rivers; three half-sisters, Mrs. Francis Kodet, Mrs. Rodney Phalen and Miss Josephine Weier of Two Rivers; 15 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Three daughters preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where a Memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 21, 1971 P. 9
GENEVIEVE RACHLEWICZ Six Year Old East Side Girl Summoned Genevieve Rocklowitz (sic), six year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clement Rocklowitz, Twentieth street, died at the home last night. Burial will take place on Saturday morning at nine o'clock from the Sacred Heart church with interment at the Holy Cross cemetery. Besides the parents, two brothers, Leo and Laddie and three sisters, Mrs. Marquardt, Adeline and Theresa survive. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, March 08, 1928, Page 10
HELEN RACHLEWICZ Helen Rachlewitz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clemens Rachlewitz, died at the home of her parents yesterday at the age of eighteen. Besides her parents, she leaves to mourn her, four sisters, Sophie, Adeline, Theresa and Genevieve, and two brothers, Laddy and Leo. She was employed by the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Company. The funeral will be held from Sacred Heart church Friday morning at 9 o'clock. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News July 1, 1925 p.5
JOHN RADEJ In ill health for a number of years, John H. Radej, 64, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Jerome Rath, 1003 Lowell street, at 1:30 Sunday afternoon. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 8:30 from the C.J. Jansky funeral home and at 9 o'clock in St. Mark Catholic church, the Rev. Peter J. Nilies officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross cemtery. Surviving are the widow, a daughter and five sons. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 9, 1936 P. 11 ******* [John Henry Radej]
MARY RADEJ Mrs. Mary Radej, 92, of 807 19th St., Two Rivers, died Thursday noon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. H.J. Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Radej, nee Mary Krt, was born Jan. 24, 1873, in Czechoslovakia, daughter of the late Jacob and Mary Broucek Krt. She was married in Czechoslovakia to John Radej Jan. 24, 1895. The family immigrated to this country in 1911, settling at Green Bay. In 1930, the family moved to Two Rivers where she resided since. Her husband died at Two Rivers in 1936. Surviving are a daughter of Appleton, three sons, one of San Diego, Calif, one of Two Rivers and one of Milwaukee. A sister Mrs. Anna Stary of Green Bay, 22 grandchildren and 61 great grandchildren. A son preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m.
ANDREW RADIZINSKI Two Rivers Section: The funeral of Andrew Rosinski(sic) took place this morning at 9 o'clock from St. Mark's church with Rev. P.J. Nilles officiating. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, July 27, 1928 Page 13 ***** A familiar figure, a man of wide acquaintance and many good traits, passed away last week Wednesday, when Andrew Radjinski, well known local building contractor died at his home, 1930 Roosevelt Avenue, at the age of 67 years. Deceased resided in this city the past forty years and was engaged in the house moving and building business. He had been in apparent good health enjoying a good dinner on Tuesday after which he complained of feeling ill and went to bed. At 3:30 Wednesday morning, he passed away. He is survived by two sons, Joseph and Charles and one daughter, Mrs. Anton Klein, all of this city. He leaves several brothers and sisters. The funeral was held Friday morning with services at St. Mark's Church. Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - Aug. 2, 1928
CONSTANCE RADIZINSKI WIDOW DIES AT HER RESIDENCE Mrs. Constance Radzinsky Ill Since Thanksgiving In poor health since last Thanksgiving Day, Mrs. Constance Radzinsky(sic), widow of the late Contractor Andrew Radzinsky, a well known resident of the southside for many years, died at her home at 1930 Roosevelt avenue at four o'clock Friday afternoon. Funeral services will be held in St. Mark's Catholic church at nine o'clock Monday morning, with the Rev. Father Peter J. Nilles officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery. The remains can be viewed at the C.J. Jansky funeral home until nine o'clock tonight, from where the body will be removed to the home Sunday morning. Mrs. Radzinsky, nee Constance Pavlowski, was born in Germany on April 28, 1865. In her early womanhood she immigrated to this country and made her home in Milwaukee. Forty years ago she was married in Milwaukee to Andrew Radzinsky, a resident of this city and prominent contractor, who preceded her in death here nearly six years ago. Mrs. Radzinsky is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Anton Klein, of this city, Mrs. Anna Osesek, at home, and Mrs. Agnes Pech of Francis Creek and two sons, Joseph, Michigan, and Charles at home. There are also 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wis., Saturday, February 24, 1934 pg. 11
EMIL RADTKE Emil Radtke, 84, formerly of 2414 Adams St., Two Rivers, who resided at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Richard Weber will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Radtke was born Jan. 22, 1890 in Manistee, Mich., son of the late Ludwig and Wilhelmina Liedtke Radtke. He was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co. until retirement. He married Mable Peltier, 1918, in Mishicot. She preceded him in death in 1963. Survivors include a daughter, Sister Ethel Radtke, of Duluth, Minn.; a son Harold, of Milwaukee; four sisters, Mrs. Bertha Dietz, of Milwaukee, Mrs. Howard Anderson of Onekana, Mich., Mrs. Eric Storm, of Ludington, Mich., and Mrs. Charlotte Passmore, of Grand Rapids, Mich.; a brother, Herbert, of Milwaukee; three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Friends may call from 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and after 11 a.m. Monday at the church. The family requests that memorials be made to the Indian Childrens Fund care of St. Katherine Mission at Squaw Lake, Minn. Herald Times Reporter, November 16, 1974 P.14 ******** (22 Jan 1890/Nov 1974/SSDI)
MABEL RADTKE Mrs. Emil Radtke, 67, of 2414 Adams St., Two Rivers, died Thursday morning at a Manitowoc hospital. She had been in failing health for several months. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. H.J. Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Radtke, nee Mabel Peltier, was born Sept. 10, 1895, in the Town of Mishicot, daughter of the late Eli and Ida Fehrman Peltier. She was married Sept. 6, 1918, at Mishicot to Emil Radtke, after which the couple settled at Two Rivers. She was a member of the Altar Society of St. Luke and once served as its president. Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Sister M. Emilene, O.S.B., of Notre Dame University, South Bend, Ind.; a son, Harold, of Milwaukee; two sisters, Miss Olive, of Milwaukee and Mrs. Clarence Tomchek, of Manitowoc; four brothers, Ivan of Philadelphia, Pa., Vernon, of Mishicot, Milton, of Two Rivers and Roland Peltier,of Francis Creek and three grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Two Rivers Reporter, March 14, 1963 P. M-15
LESTER E. RADUENZ Lester E. Raduenz, 71, of 818 Buchholz St., Two Rivers, died Friday morning, Dec. 14, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sladek will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Raduenz was born Dec. 1, 1913, at Manitowoc, son of the late Edward and Veronica Mrotek Raduenz. He attended St. Boniface Parochial School. Mr. Raduenz was employed at Kaufman Manufacturing Company form 1939 to 1947 and then at Hamilton Manufacturing Company until 1950, when he joined the Two Rivers Fire Department until retiring in 1975 as a Lieutenant. He married Mabel Koch and she preceded him in death in 1945. He then married Lorraine Gilbert, Dec. 27, 1947, at Two Rivers. Mr. Raduenz was a member of St. Mark Parish and served in the National Guard from 1932 to 1939. Survivors include his wife; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Roger Raduenz of Two Rivers and Michael and Sandy Raduenz of Manitowoc; six daughters and five sons- in-law, Rogene and George Cronk of Manitowoc, Connie and James Kronforst of West Germany, Sue and Karl Kimmes, Ann and Edward Kubichek, Valerie and Scott Stevens and Kathy all of Two Rivers; a brother, Oliver of New Jersey; a sister, Mrs. Sylvia Mrotek of Manitowoc and 14 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Caroline. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, where a memorial service will be 6:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, December 15, 1984 P. 3 ******** [bur. 12-17-1984/age 71 yrs.] (01 Dec 1913/Dec 1984/SSDI)
AGNES T. RADY Mrs. James Rady, 70, of 1016 27th St., Two Rivers, died Friday evening in Americana Nursing Home, Green Bay. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Monday in St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Becker will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rady, nee Agnes Beth, was born Aug. 31, 1908, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Neumann Beth. She attended St. Luke parochial school. She was married to James Rady May 21, 1929, in Two Rivers. Survivors include her husband, James; two sons, Richard of La Crosse, and Jim of Ironwood, Mich.; two sisters, Mrs. Catherine Miller of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Elizabeth Konop of Two Rivers; nine grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters. Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels are in charge of arrangements. There will be no visitation in the funeral home. Herald Times Reporter, June 10, 1979 P. 3 ********** (31 Aug 1908/Jun 1979/SSDI)
ELIZABETH J. RADY Mrs. Elizabeth Rady, 79, of 3215 Mishicot Rd. (Mueller Manor), Two Rivers, died Tuesday, December 15, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rady, nee Elizabeth Kanugh, was born March 10, 1902, at Pulaski, daughter of the late Peter and Elizabeth Grohol Kanugh. She was married to Frank Rady Sept. 14, 1921, at Pulaski. They moved to Two Rivers in 1921. Mr. Rady preceded her in death January, 1980. Mrs. Rady was a member of Two Rivers Senior Citizens and Catholic Order of Foresters. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Norman Behrendt of Two Rivers; three brothers, John and Frank Kanugh of Milwaukee and Edward Kanugh of Pulaski; a sister, Mrs. Marie Bohne of Two Rivers, five grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A son, Francis, three brothers and a sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 6 o'clock this Wednesday evening. A memorial service will be at 6:30 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, December 16, 1981 P. 3 ********* (10 Mar 1902/Dec 1981/SSDI)
FRANCIS JOSEPH RADY Francis J. Rady, 32, of 307?-19th St., Two Rivers, a Navy veteran of World War II, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital shortly before midnight Monday, where he had been a patient since Sunday. He had been in ill health since his return from the service. Funeral service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Peter Klauck officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rady was born in Two Rivers Feb. 11, 1924, a son of Frank and Elizabeth Kanugh Rady. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and was graduated from Washington High School, Two Rivers, in 1942. He entered the serve the same year before his graduation and spent three years in the Navy. Mr. Rady was a member of the Disabled American Veterans post at Tucson, Ariz., and also was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Luke Church and the St. Joseph Athletic Assn. Besides his parents, he leaves a sister, Miss Betty Rady of Two Rivers, and his paternal grandmother, Mrs. Mary Rady of Milwaukee. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Wednesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 6, 1956 P.15
FRANK J. RADY (d. 1980) Frank Rady, 78, of 807-19th St., Two Rivers, died Monday morning, Jan. 21, at Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Don Becker will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rady was born Feb. 17, 1901, at Prague, Czechoslovakia, son of the late John and Mary Krt Rady. He immigrated to the United States in 1911 and following his marriage to Elizabeth Kanugh in September, 1921, at Pulaski, moved to Two Rivers to reside. He then was employed with Mirro Corporation, retiring in 1963. Survivors include his wife, a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Norman Behrendt of Two Rivers, a brother, Jim of Ironwood, Mich., five grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A son, Francis, three brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 6 o'clock this Tuesday evening, where a memorial service will be at 8:30 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, January 22, 1980 P.3 ******** (Frank Radej/17 Feb. 1901/Jan. 1980/SSDI)
JAMES RADY James Rady, age 88, a former Two Rivers resident, died Sunday afternoon, Sept. 29, 1991 at Lacrosse, Wis. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Wednesday at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers, Rev. Greg Smith officiating. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born Jan. 2, 1903 in Czechoslovakia, son of the late John and Mary Krt Rady. He attended grade school. On May 21, 1929 he married the former Agnes Beth in Two Rivers. She preceded him in death on June 8, 1979. Survivors include two sons, Richard of Lacrosse and Jim of Ironwood, Mich.; nine grandchildren and then great grandchildren. Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels form 6 pm until 8 pm Tuesday evening and after 1 pm Wednesday at the church. A memorial service will be held at 7 pm Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Sept. 30, 1991 page B7
MARGARET RAECK Mrs. Margaret Raeck, 72, of route 1, Two Rivers, died this morning at her farm home following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at the St. Luke Catholic church in Two Rivers with the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery. Mrs. Raeck was born at Francis Creek in 1875, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Quirin Wallau. She resided with her parents until her marriage in 1898 to William Raeck when the couple moved to a town of Two Rivers farm. Mr. Raeck died in 1923 and his wife had continued to reside on the farm. Surviving are two sons, Edwin and John, both at home; one daughter; Mrs. Raymond Sickinger of Two Rivers; one brother, Quirin Wallau of Francis Creek; two sisters, Mrs. Anna Woerfel and Miss Mary Wallau. The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel funeral home in Two Rivers from 7 o'clock this evening. The rosary will be recited there at 8 p.m. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 1, 1948 P.2
VIOLET E. RAETHER Mrs. Elmer (Violet) Raether, 66, of 91 Arlington Ave., Algoma, died early Sunday morning at Algoma Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels and 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Raether, nee Violet Kornely, was born July 29, 1909, in the Town of Mishicot, daughter of the late Quirin and Mary Reindl Kornely. She was married to Alois Hamernik Oct. 9, 1928, at Mishicot. The couple operated Hamernik's Bar at Two Rivers for a number of years. He preceded her in death Feb. 22, 1972. She was married to Elmer Raether in 1973. For the past three years, they resided at Algoma. She was a member of Veterans Auxiliary, Knights of Columbus Auxiliary and Holy Rosary Society of St. Mary Catholic Church, Algoma. Survivors include her husband, a daughter, (private); two step-sons, (private); two step-daughters, (private); seven brothers, Louis, Arthur and Ray, of Mishicot, Lester, of Manitowoc, Leroy of Kenosha, James, of Two Rivers and John, of Green Bay; two sisters, Mrs. Victor (Jeanette)Krizizke, of Sheboygan and Mrs. Gordon (Marie) Virnoche, of Two Rivers, four grandchildren, nine stepgrandchildren and three great grandchildren. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, where members of Veterans Auxiliary will meet in a body at 7 p.m. and a memorial service will be at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter June 21, 1976 pg. 12 ***** Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot was the scene of a very pretty "white" wedding when Miss Violet Kornely became the bride of Alois Hamernick at a ceremony performed by the Rev. M. Gonnering, pastor of the congregation at eight thirty o'clock this morning. Miss Kornely is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Querin Kornely of Mishicot and Mr. Hammernick is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Hammernick, Route 1, Two Rivers. Miss Violet Hammernick, a sister of the groom served the bride as maid of honor and Miss Helen Vogeltanz was the bridesmaid. Louis Kornely, a brother of the bride, was the best man and Leonard Shimek was the groomsman. Over one hundred guests were entertained at the home of the groom's parents on Route 1, Two Rivers after the ceremony where a dinner and supper were served. This evening at the Mishicot Opera House, a wedding dance will be held for the large number of friends and acquaintances of the principals. Both the bride and groom have a large circle of friends in this city, the former being employed at the Ott-Glick Department Store for the past several years, while the groom is employed at the Eggers Veneer Seating company. Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - Oct. 9, 1928
EMMA RAMSEY Mrs. Emma Ramsey, 91, 1640 Shawano Ave., died Tuesday afternoon at t a local nursing home. She was born Aug. 5, 1895 in New Denmark to the late Anton and Maria (Wanek) Kapinos. Friends may call at the Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave., from 8 to 9 a.m. Saturday. Funeral 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, Msgr. Peter Klauck officiating. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Green Bay Press-Gazette, Wis., Friday, January 16, 1987 pg. 24
EDWIN A. RANK Edwin A. Rank, age 81, of 2915 38th St., Two Rivers, died Friday morning, February 25, 1994, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, February 28, 1994, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born August 14, 1912, in the town of Kossuth, son of the late Peter and Louise Oswald Rank. He married Margaret Lorrigan September 25, 1937, at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He was a member of the men of Holy Redeemer. Survivors include his wife, Margaret Rank, Two Rivers; a son and daughter-in- law, Robert E. and Judy Rank, Two Rivers; four grandchildren, Diana, Sheri, Mike and Andy Rank; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. There will be no visitation at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home. Herald Times Reporter, February 27, 1994 P. A2
MARGARET L. RANK Margaret L. Rank, age 93, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning, June 18, 2003 at Aurora Medical Center Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held Friday (TODAY), June 20, 2003 at 11 a.m. at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish - Holy Redeemer Site, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William O'Brien with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Margaret was born on April 2, 1910 in Maple Grove, daughter of the late Daniel and Mary Long Lorrigan. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. On Sept. 25, 1937, Margaret married Edwin A. Rank at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on Feb. 25, 1994. Margaret was a member of the ladies of St. Peter the Fisherman Parish. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-la: Robert E. and Judy Rank, Two Rivers; four grandchildren: Diana and Bryan Bergmann, Waukesha; Sheri and Brian Krueger, Black Creek; Michael Rank, Las Vegas; Andrew Rank, Two Rivers; one great-grandson: Joseph Bergmann; further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Margaret was also preceded in death by 12 brothers and sisters. The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday (TODAY), June 20, 203 at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish-Holy Redeemer Site from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 .m. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers, is assisting the Rank family with funeral arrangements. The family extends a special thank you to Dr. Gahl and the staffs of Aurora Medical Center and St. Mary's Home for the kindness shown to Mom over the past years. Herald Times Reporter, June 20, 2003 P. A3
D. ARDIS RATH Ardis Rath, age 83, of 2110 Adams Street, Two Rivers, died Saturday morning, March 6, 1999, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 9, 1999, at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Larry Seidl. Burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Ardis was born on March 31, 1915, in Lily, Wis., daughter of the late Thomas and Lowa Cantwell Albano. On June 20, 1939, she married Hilary J. Rath at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on August 11, 1996. Ardis was multi-talented in music and art. She shared her love of the fine arts with her family and friends. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Tom and Susan Rath, Stevens Point, Phil and JoAnn Rath, Clintonville, Jim and Sharon Rath, Oshkosh, two daughters and one son-in-law, Mary Rath, Racine, Hilarie Jo Rath and her husband Caryl Pribyl, Green Bay, two sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Lina Poulson, Salt Lake City, Utah, Jo Elizabeth and Charles Crowe, Stockton, Cal., eleven grandchildren, three great grandchildren, two sister-in-law (sic), Grace Albano, Grand Junction, Col., Salome Degen, Boynton Beach, Fla. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by one son, Michael, and one brother, Tom Albano. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home on Tuesday evening from 4 p.m. until the time of service at 6 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Two Rivers Historical Society. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff of Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for the care they extended their mother. Herald Times Reporter, March 8, 1999 P. A2
HILARY J. RATH Hilary J. Rath, age 85, of 2110 Adams St., Two Rivers, died Sunday morning, August 11, 1996, at Two Rivers Community Hospital, Two Rivers. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 14, 1996, at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Foley with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born July 24, 1911, in Two Rivers, son of the late Michael and Regina Leicht Rath. On June 20, 1939, he married the former Ardis Albano at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was a lifelong Two Rivers resident. Hilary is a 1929 Washington High School graduate. He began his employment at Kahlenberg Brothers Company of Two Rivers. In February of 1956, Mr. Rath became city Clerk and then Treasurer/Finance Director for the City of Two Rivers. In March of 1971, he was appointed City Manager. During Mr. Rath's term, approximately 19 major projects were completed in Two Rivers. The list includes the construction of the wastewater treatment plant, the establishment of Two Rivers Community Hospital as a non-profit entity independent of the city, the renovation of Central Memorial Park, the Senior Center edition of Hamilton Community House, the reconstruction of Highway 147 to Mishicot, and the development of an improved youth program. He is member of St. Luke Catholic Church and the Two Rivers Knights of Columbus and charter member of the Meistersingers. He was a past member of the Rotary, Kiwanis, Eagles and Bay Lakes Regional Planning Committee, Calumet and Manitowoc County Library Board. Survivors include his wife, Arids Rath, Two Rivers; three sons and daughters-in-law, Tom and Susan Rath, Stevens Point, Phil and JoAnn Rath, Clintonville, Jim and Sharon Rath, Oshkosh; two daughters and one son-in-law, Mary Rath, Racine, Hilarie Jo Rath and her husband Gary Pribyl, Green Bay; one sister, Salome Degen, Florida; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandchild, neices, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by a son, Michael, two brothers and three sisters. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. led by Deacon Ken coenen. In lieu of flowers the H.J. Rath Community Memorial Fund has been established at North Shore Bank or memorials may be made to the St. Luke Catholic Church. Herald Times Reporter, August 11, 1996 P. A2
ANDREW RATHSACK SR. (d. 1958) Andrew Rathsack, Sr., 82, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, Town of Two Creeks, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Monday morning where he was a patient for the past five weeks. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rathsack was born Nov. 17, 1875 at Manitowoc, a son of the late Joseph and Anna Rathsack. He married the former Martha Weise in Two Rivers, Nov. 17, 1901. After residing in Two Rivers for several years the family moved to the Town of Two Rivers farm more than 40 years ago. Besides his wife he leaves four daughters, Mrs. Rose Jeffrey of Milwaukee, Mrs. George Twardziak of Vulcan, Mich., Mrs. Frances Hinkley of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and Mrs. Stanley Mitchell of Two Rivers; three sons, Peter of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Andrew Jr. of Two Rivers, and Frank on the home farm; a sister, Mrs. Christina Rebarchek of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; 18 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 18, 1958 P.15
ANDREW RATHSACK II (d. 1995) Andrew L. Rathsack, age 79, of 1036-27th St., Two Rivers, died Thursday evening, Novmeber (sic) 9, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, November 13, 1995, at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Donald Marquardt with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Andrew was born August 24, 1916, in Two Rivers, son of the late Andrew and Martha Wiese Rathsack. Andrew was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers, with the class of 1934. On January 11, 1939, he married the former Mildred Brusky at St. Hedwig Catholic Church, West Kewaunee. Mr. Rathsack served as a veteran of the United States Navy from 1945 until 1946. He started his career with Falcon Marine Company of Evanston, Ill., and then was employed with the Manitowoc Engineering Company. Mr. Rathsack was then employed with the Mirro Aluminum company for 35 years, until his retirement in 1981. He was a board member of the Two Rivers Community Hospital, and a trustee at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He was also a member of the Mirro Management Club, the American Legion Post 1248, and the Knights of Columbus Mother of Hope Council 1957. His favorite past times were dartball, playing cards, and taking his car for leisurely rides. Survivors include his wife, Mildred Rathsack, Two Rivers; two daughters and one son-in-law, Margaret Patek, Manitowoc, Carol and Richard Rabitz, Mishicot; two sons and daughters-in-law, Andrew A. and Brenda Rathsack, Springfield, Ill., Tony and Kathy Rathsack, Two Rivers; seven grandchildren, Allan (Patty) Patek, Denise (Mark) Kitzerow, Dale (Lisa) Patek, Marcia Rabitz, Jody Rabitz, Benjamen Rathsack, Sarah Rathsack; two great-grandsons, Caleb and Alexander Kitzerow; three sisters, Ann Twardzik, Vulcan, Mich., Frances Hinkley, Two Rivers, Agnes Mitchell, Two Rivers; three sisters-in-law, Isabel Rathsack, Two Rivers, Viola Sleger, Manitowoc, Pearl Rathsack, Two Rivers. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by five brothers, John, Peter, George, Paul and Frank; two sisters, Mary and Rose; one son-in-law, Leo Patek. Friends may call Sunday evening at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, from 4-8 p.m. where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. led by Rev. Don Marquardt. A special thank you to Dr. Barylak, and his professional staff at the Manitowoc Clinic, Drs. Stein, Gahl, and Larson. Also a special thank you to the Holy Family Memorial Medical Center Oncology staff and Home Health care. Herald Times Reporter, November 10, 1995 P. A2
GEORGE A. RATHSACK Two Rivers Motorist Killed in Accident George A. Rathsack, 34, press worker at Plant 4 of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company at Two Rivers met instant death at 4 o'clock this morning when he was thrown from his car to the pavement when the car skidded on Lincoln avenue in that city and rammed a bank of hard snow. Rathsack, who lives at ___ 23rd street, Two Rivers, was headed south on Lincoln avenue and was just south of 28th street at the time of the mishap. He was about six blocks from home at the time. (snip) Was Riding Alone The victim of the accident was riding alone at the time of the mishap, according to authorities, who surmised that the car struck a patch of icy pavement and skidded to the left side of the highway against a bank of hard snow. It then careened back to the highway and tipped on its left side. Rathsack was thrown out of the car after it hit the bank, Police Chief John Rebman said. His body was found face down on the concrete with the knees drawn up under it, about 6-1/2 feet north of the car. (snip) "The accident was somewhat unusual in that the car was hardly damaged and the victim did not bleed externally at all," said Chief Rebman. Only damage to the car was that the left front fender and the glass in the left door of the coach was broken. Funeral Monday Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 8:30 o'clock from the Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral home and at 9 o'clock from Sacred Heart Catholic church with the Rev. Joseph Gabryzsek officiating. Interment will be made in Holy Cross cemetery. (snip) George Rathsack was born in Two Rivers on Feb. 23, 1907, son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Rathsack. (Cont. on Page 11, Col. 3)TWO RIVERS DRIVER DIES IN ACCIDENT (cont. from Page 1) ?As a young man he took employment at the Aluminum Goods company. On Feb. 15, 1930 he was married to Miss Ruebelle Ya?kee of Two Rivers. Widow Survives Survivors are the widow; one son George Jr., 5, at home; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Rathsack of the town of Two Creeks; four brothers, Peter, Paul, Andrew Jr. of Two Rivers and Frank of the town of Two Creeks; and four sisters, Mrs. Homer Jeffery and Mrs. Francis Hinkley of Milwaukee, Mrs. George Twardzik of Vulcan, Mich., and Miss Agnes of the town of Two Creeks. The body was taken to the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home where it may be viewed from this afternoon until the hour of services Monday. The rosary will be recited there Sunday evening at 7:45 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 15, 1941 pp. 1,11
GERALD RATHSACK Gerald H. Rathsack, age 67, of 1025 28th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening, September 27, 2000, at the home of his daughter, Barbara, in Mishicot. Funeral Services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, September 30, 2000 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. William O'Brien, with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Gerald was born July 23, 1933, in Two Rivers, son of Isabel Coenen and the late Peter Rathsack, Sr. He attended school at Sacred Heart. He served with the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. On July 6, 1955, he married Laverne Mueller in Manitowoc County. He was a life long resident of the Two Rivers area. Gerald worked for Metal Corporation for a number of years. He was a member of the Two Rivers V.F.W. and a former member of the Mishicot Snowmobile Club. He was also a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Laverne, Two Rivers; two daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and David Zipperer, Mishicot, Cheri and Paul Schneider, Valders; four grandchildren, Bradley Goessl, Rebecca Goessl, Michelle Goessl, Dustin Schneider; his mother, Isabel Rathsack, Two Rivers; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Gertrude Meyer, Lakewood, Wis., Patricia and Seraphin Dewitt, Jr., Two Rivers; one brother and sister-in-law, Peter Jr. and Pamela Rathack, Waunakee. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by one son-in-law, Benjamin Goessl and one brother-in-law, Floyd Meyer. The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, September 29, 2000, from 5-7 p.m. at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Visitation will conclude with a prayer service at 7 p.m. led by Rev. William O'Brien. Visitation will continue on Saturday, September 30, 2000, from 8:30 a.m. until the time of service at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, September 29, 2000 P. A2
ISABEL RATHSACK Isabel J. Rathsack, age 95, of 802 29th St., Two Rivers, died on Thursday evening, June 5, 2003 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, June 9, 2003 at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish, Sacred Heart Site, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William O'Brien with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Isabel was born on April 25, 1908 in Little Chute, the daughter of the late Henry and Christine Jensen Coenen. She married Peter P. Rathsack on Oct. 8, 1927 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on June 17, 1977. She was employed at Mirro Aluminum for 35 years retiring in 1970. Isabel was a member of the Two Rivers Senior Center and a former member of Ladies of Sacred Heart. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law: Patricia and Seraphin "Snooker" DeWitt, Two Rivers; one son and two daughters-in-law: Peter F. and Pam Rathsack, Waunakee; and LaVerne Rathsack, Two Rivers; nine grandchildren: Dawn Pope, Barbara Zipperer, Sherry Schneider, Karnie Goessl, Robin Huempfner, Holly DeWitt, Amy Drake, Sara Rathsack Olson, Brooks Rathsack; 17 great-grandchildren: Krystal and Wade Pope; Brad, Becky and Michelle Goessl; Dustin Schneider; Jeff, Brad and Erik Goessl; Zachery, Joshua and Hannah Huempfner; Kyle and Kendra DeWitt; Elexa Rathsack; Dawson Drake; Sawyer Olson; one great-great-grandson: Trystan Pope; two sisters and one brother-in-law: Aggie and Marvin Greening, Wisconsin Rapids; Lucy Walloch, Stevens Point; five sisters-in-law: Margaret Coenen, Wisconsin Rapids; Mildred Rathsack, Two Rivers; Viola Sleger, Manitowoc; Pearl Rathsack, Two Rivers; and Anna Twardzik, Vulcan, Mich. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by one daughter and son-in-law: Gertrude and Floyd Meyer; one son: Gerald Rathsack; three sisters: Margaret Hilgers, Angela Freund, Tres DeMares; and one brother: Art Coenen. The family will greet relatives and friends from 2 p.m. until the time of Mass at 3 p.m. on Monday, June 9, 2003 at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish, Sacred Heart Site. Two Rivers. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, June 2003 ******* (25 Apr 1908/05 Jun 2003/SSDI)
KATHLEEN RATHSACK Catherine, seven-month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rathsack, 1030 23rd street, Two Rivers, died at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital yesterday afternoon, where she had been a patient for the past several weeks. Funeral services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic church, Two Rivers, at 9 o'clock Friday morning, with burial in Holy Cross cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home from this evening until the time of services. The child was born in Two Rivers and is survived by the parents and one sister, (Survivor omitted for privacy.) Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, May 29, 1946 P. 2 ******** [Catherine/bur. 05-31-1956/age 6 mo.] (Note: This appears to be the same child even though the first name is different)
LAVERNE RATHSACK Two Rivers - LaVerne E. "Fuzzy" Rathsack, age 84, a Two Rivers resident, died on Sunday, April 29, 2018 at her daughter's home. LaVerne was born on March 3, 1934 in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late Walter and Louise (Bruemmer) Mueller. She attended Maple View school in Gibson and graduated from Mishicot High School with the class of 1952. On July 6, 1955 she married Gerald H. Rathsack in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on September 27, 2000. LaVerne was employed with Metal Ware Crop. for 44 years until her retirement in 1996. She enjoyed playing cards, was a member of the Two Rivers Senior Center and was a volunteer for the Point Beach Nature Center. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law: Barbara (David) Zipperer, Mishicot, Cheri (Paul) Schneider, Valders; four grandchildren: Bradley A. (Andrea) Goessl, Mishicot, Rebecca Goessl (Joseph Seymour), Two Rivers, Michelle Goessl (Blong Lor), Two Rivers, Dustin Schneider (Mary Anderson), NC; eleven great grandchildren: Gracie Goessl, Trevor and Treyton Appleby, Bentley and Axel Seymour, Angel and Alexus Her, Jada Lor, Dylan Schneider, Jordan and Hayli Wills; two sisters: Audrey Kasten, Two Rivers, Eva Mueller, Two Rivers; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Verna Mueller, Lena, WI, Bernice Mueller, Two Rivers; Richard Wilson, Two Rivers, Patricia and Snooker DeWitt, Two Rivers, Peter and Pam Rathsack JR, Madison; special friend Dorothy Garceau, of Two Rivers. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by a son-in-law: Benjamin Goessl; her twin sister: Fern Jergenson; sister: Joyce Wilson; three brothers: Virgil, Wallace and Theodore Mueller; mother-in-law and father-in-law: Isabelle and Peter Rathsack Sr; sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Gertie and Floyd Meyer. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. David Arndt with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The visitation will continue on Wednesday, April 2, 2018 at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.kleinandstangel.com. The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Tuesday, May 1, 2018 pg. A2
MARTHA RATHSACK In failing health since December, Mrs. Andrew Rathsack, Sr., 74, Rt. 1, Mishicot, town of Two Creeks, died at the farm home early Tuesday morning. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rathsack, nee Martha Wiese, was born in the town of Two Rivers, in 1879, a daughter of the late Jacob and Frances Migawa Wiese. In 1901 she was married at Sacred Heart Church, Two Rivers, to Andrew Rathsack. They took up their residence in Two Rivers where the family remained until 37 years ago, moving to the town of Two Creeks farm. Besides her husband she is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Rose Jeffery, Milwaukee; Mrs. George Twardzik, Vulcan, Mich., and Mrs. Leonard Hinkley and Mrs. Stanley Mitchell, both of Two Rivers; and three sons, Peter, Andrew Jr., and Frank Rathsack, all of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. George Wisniewski, Two Rivers; and Mrs. Josephine Krajeck, Milwaukee; 16 grandchildren and a great grandchild. Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 7 p.m. Wednesday until the time of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 8 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 24, 1953 P.12
MILDRED R. RATHSACK Mildred R. Rathsack, age 85, a resident of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon, May 10, 2005 at the home. Mildred was born Aug.26, 1919, in the town of West Kewaunee, daughter of the late Anton and Monica (Bonk) Brusky. On Jan. 11, 1939, Mildred married Andrew L. Rathsack at St. Hedwig Catholic Church in West Kewaunee. He preceded her in death Nov. 9, 1995. Mildred had been employed at Paragon Electric Company, Two Rivers, for seven years. She was a member of the Two Rivers Senior Center, past member of the Ladies of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a devout member of the Monday night rosary group. Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law: Margaret Patek, Manitowoc; Carol and Richard Rabitz, Mishicot; two sons and daughters-in-law: Andrew A. and Brenda Rathsack, Springfield, Ill.; Tony and Kathy Rathsack, Two Rivers; seven grandchildren: Allan (Patty) Patek, Denise (Mark) Kitzerow, Dale (Lisa) Patek, Marcia (Dennis) Rabas, Jody Rabitz, Dr. Benjamen (Arrion) Rathsack; 11 great-grandchildren: Caleb, Alexander and Chloe Kitzerow; Zebulon and Casimir Patek; Jared, Emma and Kate Patek; Chloe and Sydney Rabas; Alexander Rathsack; one sister: Polly Szydel, Kewuanee; three sisters-in-law: LaVerne Brusky, Algoma; Pearl Rathsack, Two Rivers; Viola Sleger, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Mildred was also preceded in death by a son-in-law: Leo Patek; nine sisters: Ella Zuzanek, Clementine Ratajczak, Frances Pardowsky, Regina Steffel, Theresa Mahlik, Cecilia Brusky, Raphael Szydel, Clara Vandenhouten, Emily Stodola; five brothers: Emil, Peter, Louis, Raymond and Daniel Brusky. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 16, 2005, at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and 10:30 a.m. at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William O'Brien with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends Sunday, May 15, 2005 at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers, from 5 until 8 p.m. A prayer service will be held at 7:45 p.m. led by Father Bill. Herald Times Reporter, May 12, 2005 P. A3
PAUL P. RATHSACK (d. 1942) Paul Peter Rathsack, 29, 2329 Roosevelt avenue, Two Rivers, an employe of the Manitowoc Ship Building company for the past year, died at General Hospital at Madison at 5:30 Sunday morning. He had been ailing for the past two months and was confined to the hospital in Madison for the past six weeks. Funeral services will be held from the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home in Two Rivers at 8:30 Wednesday morning and at 9 o'clock from the Sacred Heart Catholic church. Rev. Joseph Gabryszek will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery. Paul Rathsack was born in Two Rivers on January 15, 1913, and married Miss Viola Bastian on February 26, 1938. Besides the widow he leaves two small children, Barbara Ann, 4, and Paul Ronnie, 3; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Rathsack; four sisters, Mrs. Anna Twrdzik of Vulcan, Mich., Mrs. Rose Jeffrey of Milwaukee, Mrs. Frances Hinkley of Two Rivers, and Agnes, at home; and three brothers Peter and Andrew of Two Rivers and Frank at home. Mr. Rathsack was a member of the Holy Name society of Sacred Heart church. The Rosary will be recited at the funeral home Tuesday evening at 7:30. The body may be viewed tonight and until the time of the services. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 26, 1942 P.11 ******* A change in arrangements for the funeral of Paul Peter Rathsack, Two Rivers, who died early Sunday morning at a Madison hospital, has been announced by the family. The body was moved to the home at 2329 Roosevelt avenue, from the Klein and Stangel Inc. funeral home, late this afternoon and services will be held from the Rathsack home at 9:30 Wednesday morning and at 10 o'clock from the Sacred Heart Catholic church. Rev. Joseph Gabryszek will officiate and interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 27, 1942 P. 2
PETER P. RATHSACK Peter P. Rathsack, 73, of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, died early Friday morning at Two Rivers Community Hospital, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rathsack was born June 3, 1904, at Two Rivers, son of the late Andrew and Martha Wiese Rathsack Sr. He married Isabella Coenen Oct. 8, 1927, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He had been employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., retiring at age 65. Survivors include his wife, two sons, Gerald, of Two Rivers and Peter F. of Milwaukee; two daughters, Mrs. Floyd (Gertrude) Meyer and Mrs. Seraphim (Patricia) DeWitt, of Two Rivers; two brothers, Andrew Jr., of Two Rivers, and Frank of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; and four sisters, Mrs. Rose Jeffery and Mrs. Agnes Mitchell, of Two Rivers, Mrs. George Twardzik, of Vulcan, Mich., and Mrs. Frances Hinkley, of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two River, after 5 p.m. Sunday, where a memorial service will be at 730 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, June 17, 1977 P.14 ******** (03 Jun 1904/Jun 1977/SSDI)
DR. GERALD A. RAU Dr. Gerald Rau Dies Following Recent Illness Noted Manitowoc, Two Rivers Man 55 Years Old MANITOWOC - Dr. Gerald A. Rau, 55 of 1041 N. 15th St., physician and surgeon, died late Friday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital. Dr. Rau had suffered a coronary attack earlier in the week. A native of Two Rivers, Dr. Rau was born May 26, 1904, son of the late Henry F. and Ann Gognon Rau. He attended and was graduated from St. Luke Parochial School and Washington High School, Two Rivers. In 1929, Dr. Rau was graduated from the University of Wisconsin Medical School, Madison. At the state university he received his A.B., A.M. and M.D. degrees. Upon completion of his internship at St. Augustana Hospital, Chicago where he specialized in surgery under Dr. Percy, he opened his first medical office at Two Rivers in 1931. Contributor to Journals He married the former Madeline Webster at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, July 21, 1934. The couple moved to Manitowoc in 1943 where the doctor continued his medical practice until his recent illness. Dr. Rau, in addition to his wide practice, was a contributor to medical journals, his most recent being one on "Cervical Erosions - Simple, Effective Treatment with Bichloracetic Acid." It appeared in Clinical Medicine and Surgery which has national distribution. The same year, 1954, Dr. Rau was elected a fellow of the American Association for the Advance of Science. This organization is composed of leaders in all branches of science and embraces such members as Robert J. Oppenheimer, noted physicist, Harold C. Urey, Nobel prize winning chemist, and Charles F. Kettering, a director at General Motors Corp. Dr. Rau was elected Manitowoc County coroner in 1932 and served in that capacity for eight years. During World War II, he served as a first lieutenant in the United States Medical Corps. Dr. Rau was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, national academic honor society; Phi Beta Pi, professional medical fraternity; American Medical Society and Manitowoc County Medical Society. He served as president of the county organization K of C Member In addition, Dr. Rau was a member and past president of Holy Innocents Holy Name Society and was a third degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Council No. 710. Surviving him are his wife, a daughter, Susan, a senior at Rosary College, Chicago; a son, Gerald, at home; a brother, Clyde, of Mishicot; and a sister, Mrs. Francis Eggener, of Two Rivers. Because of Forty Hours Adoration at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, of which Dr. Rau was a member, funeral services will be at 930 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church. Celebrating the solemn requiem high Mass will be the Rev. E.A. Radey. The Rev. Alfred Pritzl and the Rev. John Mueller will be deacon and sub-deacon respectively. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 3 p.m. by the Holy Name Society and at 7 p.m. by the Knights of Columbus. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wis., Saturday, March 19, 1947 pg. 1 ******** Funeral services for Dr. Gerald A. Rau, 55, of 1041 N. 15th St., Manitowoc, who died Friday were at 9:30 am Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc and at 10 am at St. Boniface Catholic Church. Officiating at the solemn requiem high Mass were the Rev. E. A. Radey as celebrant, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl as deacon and the Rev. John Mueller as sub-deacon. Present in the sanctuary were the Revs. George Beth and Donald Schneider. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Honorary pallbearers were members of Manitowoc County Medical Society, nurses, alumni and students of Holy Family Hospital and Holy Family School of Nursing, Manitowoc and Manitowoc County traffic officers. Active pallbearers were William and Charles Webster, Edward Rau, David Meehan, Daniel Belitz and Rudolph Stockinger. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., March 21, 1960 page T3
MADELINE L. RAU Mrs. Madeline L. Rau, of 1041 N. 15th St., Manitowoc, died Monday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Kuhr officiated with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rau, nee Madeline L. Webster, was born in Rushford, Minn., daughter of the late William W. and Susanna Gitten Webster. She was graduated from St. Theresa College, Winona, Minn., and was married to Dr. Gerald A. Rau July 21, 1934, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death March 18, 1960. Survivors include a son, Gerald, of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. William (Susan) Sheeley, of Wauwatosa; a brother, Walter Webster, of Arizona and four grand- children. Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, was in charge of funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, April 20, 1977 P.23 ******** (24 Aug 1900/Apr 1977/SSDI)
WILLIAM PETER RAYMAKERS William Peter Raymakers, son of Christopher and Andrea (Jebavy) Raymakers, 7740 Carbon Road, Branch, was stillborn at Aurora Bay Care Medical Center, Green Bay, on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2008. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) A private memorial service will be held for the immediate family at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 29, 2008
AUGUSTA REBARCEK Funeral services for Mrs. Augusta Rebarchek (sic), 87, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, who died Tuesday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. James Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Rebarchek, nee Augusta Rathsack, was born Jan. 22, 1878, daughter of the late Joseph and Amanda Zjawinska Rathsack. She was married in 1901 at Two Rivers to Walter Rebarcheck, who died Sept. 6, 1947. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Vern Davis, of Two Rivers and two sons, George and Joseph, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 o'clock this Wednesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 10, 1965 P.16 ******* [Augusta REBARCHEK]
WALTER REBARCEK Walter Rebarchek, 70, of route 1, Two Rivers, died this morning at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday at the (unreadable) with interment in the Holy Cross cemetery. Mr. Rebarchek was born in Poland in 1877 and came to this country 60 years ago, first settling in Chicago before coming to Two Rivers. He married the former Miss Gustie Rathsack 46 years ago. Mr. Rebarchek operated a farm. Survivors include his wife, two sons, George and Joseph, and a daughter, Stella, all at home. He is also survived by a brother, George of Two Rivers. The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wis., September 6, 1947 pg. 2
ABIGAIL JUDITH "BUBBA" REBARCHEK Abigail Judith Rebarchek, infant daughter of Keith Rebarchek and Wendy Lambert, died, Tuesday, March 2, 1993, at St. Vincent's Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral Services will be 2 p.m. on Friday, March 5, 1993, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating the service will be the Rev. Ronald Reimer, with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Abigail was born February 18, 1993, at Green Bay, Wis. Survivors include her parents, Keith Rebarchek and Wendy Lambert, Two Rivers; three sisters, Alicia, Ashley and Amber Lambert; paternal grandparents, Gary and Judith Rebarchek, Manitowoc; maternal grandparents, James and Nancy Bialek, Manitowoc; maternal great grandparents, Milton and Helen Rupp, Manitowoc; a special friend, Tracy Sullivan; aunts, uncles and other relatives also survive. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home on Friday, March 5, 1993, from 1 p.m. until the time of services at 2 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, March 4, 1993 P. A2
AGNES A. REBARCHEK Agnes A. Rebarchek, age 89, of Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon, November 15, 2011 at the Hamilton Care Center, Two Rivers. Agnes was born December 28, 1921, in the town of Eaton, daughter of the late Walter and Anna (Jurczykowski) Ostrenga. On November 9, 1972, she married Joseph Rebarchek at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on May 18, 1999. Agnes loved baking, baking birthday cakes and sending birthday cards to family and friends, reading her bible and Christian music. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law: Stella and Charles Crabb, Two Rivers; seven grandchildren: Susie Avila, Maribel; Darold (Margaret) Schultz, NM; Edward Schultz, Mishicot; Debra (fianc? Ned Guetschow) Schultz, Cooperstown; Diane Schultz, Manitowoc; Tricia (Randy) Schmidt, Manitowoc; David Crabb, Two Rivers; 11 great-grandchildren: Zachariah Avila, Jeremiah, Joshua, Jessey Schultz, Ashley, Michaela, Alyssa Schultz, Matthew Schmidt, Brennan, Grace, Liberty Crabb; two great-great-grandchildren: Adrien and Aaliyah; two sisters and one brother-in-law: Edwina and Richard Lealiou, Rita Kaster, all of Green Bay; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Toefil and Joyce Ostrenga, Green Bay; Raymond (Rita) Ostrenga, town of Eaton; one brother-in-law: Clarence Van Pay, Green Bay; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by one daughter and son-in-law: Shirley and Robert Schultz; four sisters and two brothers-in-law: Regina and Thomas Blan, Rose Van Pay, Susan and Reuben Ullman, Teresa Ostrenga; three brothers: Mitchell, Edward and Chester Ostrenga; and one brother-in-law: Calvin Kaster. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Randy Lassila. Burial will be on Monday at Holy Cross Cemetery in Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30 am. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Hamilton Care Center for the care and compassion shown to Agnes and her family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Thursday, November 17, 2011
ALMA REBARCHEK Alma H. Rebarchek, 77, of 2509-14th Street, Two Rivers, died Monday at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. Private graveside services will be held later this week at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Judy Rebarchek of Manitowoc; three grandchildren, Wayne, David and Keith Rebarchek. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond, one brother and one sister. Herald Times Reporter, March 12, 1991 P. B6
EDWARD REBARCHEK Edward Rebarchek, 62, of Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc, formerly of 1811A Washington St., Two Rivers, died early Tuesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Roger Strebel officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rebarchek was born at Two Rivers April 21, 1908, a son of the late George and Rose Schroeder Rebarchek. He attended Sacred Heart Parochial School at Two Rivers. For a number of years until his retirement a year ago he was on a maintenance staff at Metal Ware Corp., Two Rivers. Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Millard Sharpe and Mrs. Mae Williams of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Thomas Luedtke of Bradenton, Fla.; four brothers, Joseph, Ray, and Frank of Two Rivers, and Leo Rebarchek of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 18, 1970 P.22 ******* (21 Apr 1908/Nov 1970/SSDI)
ELSIE REBARCHEK Elsie Rebarchek, 83, a former Two Rivers resident who made her home in North Carolina since 1977, died Monday, July 21, 1986 at Wesley Long Hospital, Greensboro, N.C. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Friday at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. David Scherbarth will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rebarchek was born June 10, 1903 at Germany, daughter of the late Robert and Marie Blum Gleichner. She was married to Joseph Rebarchek, May 29, 1924 at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in 1977. Mrs. Rebarchek was employed at Schwartz Manufacturing Company, Two Rivers, for many years, retiring in 1965. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, JoAnn and Richard Kattner of Greensboro, N.C.; four grandsons, two granddaughters and a granddaughter-in-law, Mark and Leigh Ann of Greensboro, Brian of Charlotte, N.C., Wayne, Darryl, Sandra and Connie of Greensboro. Friends may call at St. John Lutheran Church, 9 am Friday until the time of services. There will be no visitation at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., July 24, 1986 page 16
FRANK REBARCHEK Frank Rebarchek, 68, of 1406-23rd St., Two Rivers, died Sunday night at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. John Penzenstadler will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rebarchek was born Aug. 30, 1906, son of the late George and Rose Schroeder Rebarchek. He married Helen Kimball. Survivors include two sons, Richard, of Manitowoc and Frank Jr., of Grand Rapids, Minn.; six daughters, Mrs. Denver (Arlene) Strouf, of Rt. 2, Cato, Mrs. Edward (Bonnie) Baroun, of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, Mrs. Ramon (Janice) Brachmann, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Robert (Elaine) Haas, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, Mrs. Ronald (Sharon) Carrier, of Two Rivers and Miss Louann Rebarchek, of Grand Rapids, Minn.; a brother, Joseph, of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Mae Williams and Mrs. Tillie Sharpe, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Thomas Luedtke, of Bradenton, Fla., and 18 grandchildren. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. Tuesday, where a memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, January 13, 1975 P.3 ******** (30 Aug 1906/Jan 1975/SSDI)
GARY R. REBARCHEK Manitowoc - Gary R. Rebarchek, age 82, of 2440 S. 42nd Street, Apt. 103, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, October 7, 2018 at Atrium Post Acute Care Center, Two Rivers. He was born on March 14, 1936 in Two Rivers, son of the late Ray and Alma (Schneller) Rebarchek. Gary was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers, Class of 1954. He was a Veteran of the National Guard for 7 years after graduation. On September 17, 1960 he married the former Judith Ann Duprey at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Gary was a boiler operator with the Manitowoc Company for 29 years, until his retirement in 1989. He was a life member of the N.R.A. and a member of Mossberg Collector Association, Viking Bow & Gun Club, Manitowoc Rifle & Pistol Club, Great Lakes Areas Collector Association, Central Wisconsin Gun Collectors Association, Minnesota Weapon Collector Association and AmVets Post #99, Manitowoc. Gary enjoyed going to gun shows to sell, buy and trade. He also enjoyed target shooting, playing cribbage, poker and blackjack. Survivors include his wife: Judy Rebarchek, Manitowoc; three sons: Keith Rebarchek, Two Rivers, Wayne Rebarchek, Manitowoc, David Rebarchek, Two Rivers; one grandson: Cody Rebarchek, U.S.M.C.; three sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law: Carol Helgeson and her husband John Doelashal, DePere, Sister Diane Duprey, New Jersey, Audrey Gomez, Arizona; and a godchild: Laurie Sukowaty. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter: Abigail and three brothers-in-law: Roland Kopetsky, Stan Helgeson and Pablo Gomez. Cremation has occurred at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 12, 2018 at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, 928 S. 14th Street, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Memorial Service will be Deacon Rich Bahnaman with burial of his cremated remains at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 12, 2018 until 12:45 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home & All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., October 10, 2018
GEORGE REBARCHEK (d. 1969) George Rebarchek, 62, of Rt. 1, Two Rives, died early Tuesday evening at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. James Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Rebarchek was born Nov. 2, 1906, in the Town of Two Rivers, a son of the late Walter and Gustie Rathsack Rebarchek. He was engaged in farming his entire life and never married. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Stella Davis, on the farm home, and a brother, Joseph, also on the farm home. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 17, 1969 P.32
GEORGE REBARCHEK (d. 1952) George Rebarchek, 78, 1305 22nd St., Two Rivers, well known as a violinist in early dance orchestras in this area and a retired veteran employe of the Hamilton Manufacturing Company, Two Rivers, died at the Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc late Tuesday afternoon, where he had been a patient for a month. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. George Rebarchek was born in Posen, Germany, in 1874, a son of the late John and Mary Rebarchek. When he was 14 the family brought him to this country, settling in Chicago. Three years later the family came to Two Rivers where Mr. Rebarchek resided since. For 32 years, starting in 1913, he had been an employe of the Case Department of the Hamilton Manufacturing Company, retiring in 1945 with an affiliation in the firm's "Thirty-Year Club." For many years besides playing for dances in the vicinity, he was a member of the choir of Sacred Heart Church. In 1895 he married Rose Schroeder in Two Rivers who preceded him in death a number of years ago. Surviving. Rebarchek are three daughters, Mrs. Millard Sharpe, Two Rivers, and Mrs. Mae Williams and Mrs. Alex Derus, both of Manitowoc, and six sons Joseph of Two Rivers, John of Wrightstown, Leo of Two Rivers, Frank of Taus, Manitowoc County, and Edward and Raymond Rebarchek of Two Rivers. There are 24 grand- children and 10 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 7 p.m. Wednesday until the time of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 7 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 29, 1952 P.2
JOSEPH REBARCHEK (d. 1977) Joseph Rebarchek, 79, of 1500 N. Third St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at his residence. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rebarchek was born Feb. 2, 1898, in Two Rivers, son of the late George and Rose Schroeder Rebarchek. He married Elsie Gleichner May 29, 1924, in Two Rivers. Mr. Rebarchek was employed with Kahlenberg Mfg. Co. until his retirement. Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Richard (JoAnne) Kattner of Crafton, Mich., a sister, Mrs. Mae Williams of Two Rivers and six grandchildren. Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. Sunday, where a memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, October 28, 1977 P. 3 ******** (27 Jan 1898/Oct 1977/SSDI) [Joseph P. Rebarchek]
JOSEPH REBARCHEK (d. 1999) Joseph Rebarchek, age 89, of 1515 23rd St., Two Rivers, died early Tuesday morning, May 18, 1999, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 20, 1999, at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Barney Pierce with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Joseph was born February 22, 1910, in the town of Two Rivers, son of the late Walter and Augusta Rathsack Rebarchek. On November 9, 1972, he married the former Agnes Ostrenga at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Joseph was employed as a dairy farmer for many years in the town of Two Rivers, retiring in 1978. Joe was an avid gardener. Survivors include his wife, Agnes, Two Rivers; two daughters and one son-in-law, Shirley Schultz, Maribel, Stella and Charles Crabb, Two Rivers; seven grandchildren, Susie Avila, Darold (Margaret) Schultz, Edward (Dede) Schultz, Debra Schultz, Diane Schultz, Tricia Crabb, David (Sally) Crabb; 11 great-grandchildren, Zachariah Avila, Jeremiah, Joshuah, and Jessey Schultz, Ashley and Michaela Schultz, Bethany Patterson, Amanda Nowak, Alyssa Schultz, Brennan Dufek, and Grace Crabb; brothers and sisters- in-law, Regina Blan, Rose and Clarence Van Pay, Susan Ullman, Toefil and Joyce Ostrenga, Edwina and Richard Lealiou, Rita Kaster, Raymond and Rita Ostrenga, all of Green Bay; a cousin, Agnes Mitchell, Two Rivers; other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by one sister, Stella Davis; one brother, George Rebarchek. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 9:30-11 a.m. Thursday morning. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation. Herald Times Reporter, May 19, 1999 p.A2
LEO B. REBARCHEK Leo B. Rebarchek, 70, formerly of 1620 Hawthorne St., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 10:30 am Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. James Stamborski will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rebarchek was born April 3, 1904 at Two Rivers, son of the late George and Rose Schroeder Rebarchek. Survivors include two brothers, Joseph and Frank, of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Millard Sharpe of Manitowoc, Mrs. Mae Williams, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Thomas Luedtke, of Bradenton, Fla., and nieces and nephews. Three brothers preceded him in death. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Aug. 5, 1974 page 3 ******** (03 Apr 1904/Aug 1974/SSDI)
RAYMOND REBARCHEK Raymond Rebarchek, 60, of 2509-14th St., Two Rivers, died Monday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rebarchek was born April 27, 1911, at Two Rivers, son of the late George and Rose Schroeder Rebarchek. He married Alma Schneller Nov. 19, 1934, at Manitowoc and the couple lived in Two Rivers since that time. He was employed at Manitowoc Engineering Corp. and was a member of Local 516 of the International Association of Machinists. Survivors include his wife; a son (Survivor omitted for privacy.); three sisters, Mrs. Millard Sharpe and Mrs. Mae Williams, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Thomas Luedtke, of Bradenton, Fla.; three brothers, Joseph and Frank, of Two Rivers and Leo, of Manitowoc and three grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday. Memorial services will be at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 21, 1971
ROSE REBARCHEK MRS. REBACHEK (sic) DIES AT NOON Dies At Hospital Today; Was 59 Years old Mrs. George Rebachek, 59, well known resident of Two Rivers, died shortly after noon today at the municipal hospital. The remains were removed to the Jansky funeral home. Funeral arrangements have not been completed. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 30, 1933 P. 16 ******* FUNERAL HELD THIS MORNING Six Sons of Mrs. Rebachek (sic) Are Her Pallbearers Funeral services for Mrs. George Rebachek, 59, 1307 22nd street, Two Rivers, who died Saturday noon at the Two Rivers municipal hospital, were held at 9:15 this morning at the Sacred Heart church, the Rev. Peter Borowski officiating. Burial took place in the Holy Cross cemetery. The deceased's six sons acted as pallbearers. Mrs. Rebarchek had been ailing for over a year but had been in the hospital only two days before her death. She was born Rose Schroeder on May 22, 1872 (sic) in the house which has been her lifetime home. On July 1, 1895 she was married to George Rebachek. Besides her husband the deceased is survived by three daughters, Mrs. M.F. Sharke, Mrs. Mae Williams and Miss Helen, all of Two Rivers; six sons, Joseph of Two Rivers, John of Wrightstown and Leo, Frank, Edward and Raymond at home; a brother, Frank Schroeder of Edgar, Wis., and ten grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, January 2, 1934 P. 11 ******** Many From Out of Town At Rebarchek Funeral Persons from out of the city who attended the funeral of Mrs. George Rebarchek, 59, Tuesday morning at Sacred Heart church included Mr. and Mrs. Jack Rebarchek of Wrightstown, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Wilde and daughters, June, Betty Jane and son Robert of Milwaukee, Frank Schroeder of Edgar, Wis., Miss Emma Schroeder of Wauwatosa, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Plasecki and son Casimir of Milwaukee, Mr. and Mrs. Burnett Leff and daughter Carol and son Earl of Kenosha, Mr. and Mrs. William Schaetze of Wausau, Mrs. Tillie Engel and daughter Vivian, Mrs. Rose Welnicki and Mrs. Clara Schliesleder of Manitowoc and Mrs. Hattie Sharpe. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, January 3, 1934 P. 10
JAMES REBEDEW JR (d. 1926) Two Rivers News: Student Dies James W. Rebedew, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Rebedew, who has completed his second year of high school, died at the home of his parents, 1928 Fourteenth street, Saturday evening of heart trouble. He had been ailing for about ten days prior to his death. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock from St. Mark's church, Rev. P.J. Nilles officiating and burial will be at the Holy Cross cemetery. He leaves to mourn his loss besides his parents, two sisters, Eleanor and Catherine. He was born in this city on August 2, 1910. Manitowoc Herald News, June 21, 1926 p.5 ******** [James William Rebedew]
JAMES REBEDEW SR. (d. 1932) JAS. REBEDEW DIES THURSDAY Water Plant Engineer Dies At Age 50, Rites Monday James Rebedew, 50 who for the past sixteen years has served as engineer and fireman at the municipal water and light plant here, died Thursday afternoon at the Municipal hospital, where he had been a patient since April 19. Burial will take place Monday morning from the St. Mark's Catholic church. Born in Michigan, October 29, 1882, Mr. Rebedew came to this city 30 years ago. Twenty-eight years ago he was married to Tillie Schwarwak of the city, who with two daughters, Mrs. Clifford Nocker and El Nora Rebedew survive him. Mr. Rebedew also leaves his mother, Mrs. Josephine Beebe of East Jordan, Michigan, and four brothers, Edward of Muskegon Heights, Mich., Mose, of East Jordan, and Matthew and Stephen Rebedew of Lansing, Michigan. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 6, 1932 P.17
TILLIE REBEDEW Mrs. James Rebedew, 60, died early this morning at her home, 1923 14th street, Two Rivers, after an illness of two years. Funeral arrangements have not been completed pending word from relatives living on the west coast. The body was taken to the Jansky Funeral Home where it will remain until the time of the funeral. Mr. Rebedew died five years ago. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Clifford Nocker of Two Rivers and Mrs. Charles Benton of San Mateo, California; two sisters, Mrs. John Hendrickson, Racine, and Mr. Andrew Kitzman, Hollywood, California; and two brothers, John Schwarwak of Watertown, Wis., and Martin Schwarwak of Grafton, North Dakota. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 26, 1937 P.13
JOSEPH J. REBITZ Joseph J. Rebitz, 73, of 1823 Washington St., Two Rivers, retired longtime Two Rivers downtown businessman, died unexpectedly early Friday morning at his home. Funeral services will be at 930 a.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Rebitz was born Sept. 5, 1895, at Stangelville, a son of the late Wenzel and Margaret Zima Rebitz. He married the former Lillian Schauer at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, Sept. 7, 1926. For more than 20 years he operated a tavern on the property he owned at 19th and Washington streets at Two Rivers, retiring in 1955. He was a member of St. Luke Holy Name Society, Mother of Hope Council No. 1957, Knights of Columbus, and St. Luke Court No. 1637, Catholic Order of Foresters. Besides his wife he leaves a brother, Frank, of Manitowoc. Two sisters and a brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 27, 1968 P.3 ******** (5 Sept. 1895/Dec. 1968/SSDI) ******** Schauer-Rebitz Miss Lillian Schauer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Schauer and Joseph Rebitz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wencel Rebitz of Stangelville were married at St. Mark's church this morning at 9 o'clock, by the Rev. Father Nilles. The Misses Leona Beth and Agnes Bonk were bridesmaids and Frank Rebitz and James Schauer were the groom's attendants. Little Grace Gehrike, as flower girl, and Bernard Garzanshek as ring bearer completed the wedding procession. About seventy-five guests were entertained at dinner and supper at the bride's home after which Mr. and Mrs. Rebitz left for the northern part of Wisconsin. They will return to make their home at 2152 Roosevelt avenue and will receive friends after September 20. Mr. Rebitz is employed at the Aluminum Goods, Plant 1. Out-of-town guests were Messrs. and Mesdames Clayton Arle of Fond du Lac, Joseph Schochpol and Cy Wondrosh of Lena, Edward Wirtz, John Orchochosky and Ernest Tomeshefsky of Manitowoc, Joe Zima of Stangelville, Albert Dufek of Denmark, Meth Zima of Mishicot, John Swad, of Ashland, Math Schauer of Milwaukee, Walter Whip of Eaton, and Victor Susier of Denmark. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, September 7, 1926 P. 5
LILLIAN REBITZ Lillian H. Rebitz, 84, a resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, formerly of 2411 34th Street, Two Rivers, died Wednesday morning, December 20, 1989 at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 11 am Friday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rebitz was born January 6, 1905 in Brown County, daughter of the late Joseph and Rose Swader Schauer. As a girl she worked at Mirro Corp and on September 7, 1926 she married Joseph J. Rebitz at St. Mark Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in 1968. The couple farmed several years in Stangelville and later operated a tavern for many years on Washington Street in Two Rivers. Survivors include a sister, Christine Gehrke of Two Rivers; a nephew, Roger Rebitz of Manitowoc; five nieces, Beatrice Christoffel of Two Rivers, Grace and John Martinkavitz of Two Rivers, Marion and Paul Glosser of Alhambra, California, Lorraine and Frank Burns of West Henrietta, New York, and Mary Ann Pribyl of Mishicot. She was preceded in death by three sisters and three brothers. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers from 10 am until the time of services on Friday. Lillian fought a long and courageous battle with cancer. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Dec. 20,1989 page B10 ******* (06 Jan 1905/20 Dec 1989/SSDI) ******* Schauer-Rebitz Miss Lillian Schauer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Schauer and Joseph Rebitz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wencel Rebitz of Stangelville were married at St. Mark's church this morning at 9 o'clock, by the Rev. Father Nilles. The Misses Leona Beth and Agnes Bonk were bridesmaids and Frank Rebitz and James Schauer were the groom's attendants. Little Grace Gehrike, as flower girl, and Bernard Garzanshek as ring bearer completed the wedding procession. About seventy-five guests were entertained at dinner and supper at the bride's home after which Mr. and Mrs. Rebitz left for the northern part of Wisconsin. They will return to make their home at 2152 Roosevelt avenue and will receive friends after September 20. Mr. Rebitz is employed at the Aluminum Goods, Plant 1. Out-of-town guests were Messrs. and Mesdames Clayton Arle of Fond du Lac, Joseph Schochpol and Cy Wondrosh of Lena, Edward Wirtz, John Orchochosky and Ernest Tomeshefsky of Manitowoc, Joe Zima of Stangelville, Albert Dufek of Denmark, Meth Zima of Mishicot, John Swad, of Ashland, Math Schauer of Milwaukee, Walter Whip of Eaton, and Victor Susier of Denmark. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, September 7, 1926 P. 5
ELLA REBMAN Ella Rebman, age 87, of Coleman, died Saturday morning, January 9, 1993, at Oconto Memorial Hospital, Oconto. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 12, 1993, at St. Francis of Assisi Church. The Rev. Martin Fox will officiate, with burial to follow in the Forest View Cemetery(sic), Two Rivers. The former Ella Durocher was born May 29, 1905, at Coleman, to the late Ovila and Mathilda (Payette) Durocher. She married John J. Rebman on June 22, 1925. They lived in Two Rivers where he was Chief of Police. He preceded her in death in 1945. She moved to Coleman in 1950 where she has resided since. Ella was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church, Coleman. Surviving are four sons, Charles (Violet) Rebman, Edison, N.J., Richard (Janet) Rebman, Green Bay, Gene (Ursula) Rebman, Copperes Cove, Texas, and Rene (Priscilla) Rebman, Oconto; one daughter, Judi (Florian) Kotecki, Oconto; twenty grandchildren, thirty great grandchildren; two daughters-in-law, Terese Rebman McHenry, Ill., Grace Rebman, Green Bay; two sisters, Eva Keip, Two Rivers, Julia Bertch, Coleman; five brothers, Rene (Irene) Durocher, Coleman, William Durocher, Two Rivers, Gordon (LaVerne) Durocher, Marinette, Adolph (Helen) Durocher, Coleman, Joe Durocher, Gillett. She was preceded in death by two sons, John L. and Robert E. Rebman; one great grandson, Ross Gordon and six brothers. Friends may call at the Rhodes-Charapata Funeral Home, Coleman, from 4-9 p.m. thi s evening, where there will be a wake service at 8 p.m. There will be no visitation at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Coleman, after 10 a.m. on Tuesday. Herald Times Reporter, January 11, 1993 P. A2
JOHN J. REBMAN (d. 1945) Rebman, Former Police Chief of Two Rivers, Dies John J. Rebman, 46, police chief at Two Rivers from 1933 to 1941 and the past four years a special investigator for the department there, died today at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital after only a two day illness. Taken ill while on duty at the police station early Friday evening, the former chief remained at his post until relieved at 9 o'clock. A physician was summoned after he was stricken again during the night at his home, 1315 20th street, and he passed into a coma early Saturday morning. He was removed to the Two Rivers hospital Sunday afternoon but never regained consciousness. Former Chief Rebman was born at Bear Creek, Wis., in 1899 and when a young man moved to Shelby, Miss., to work as a crane operator. He moved to Two Rivers early in 1925 and was employed at the Crescent Mills, later working in the rolling mill of the Aluminum Goods company. In 1925 he married Emma Durocher of Coleman, Wis. Joined Force in 1926. He began his police work in Two Rivers in 1926 as a patrolman. He became a sergeant in 1930 and replaced Thad. W. Logan as chief of police on May 8, 1933. He was chief of the department until June 1, 1941, when Theodore Hall was appointed. Rebman was then named as special police investigator, a position he had held ever since. He was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters, St. Luke's court. Surviving, besides his wife, are six sons, Charles, S 1/c. USCG John, Robert, Richard, Eugene and Rene, and one daughter, Judith Ann, all at home. Funeral Delayed Also surviving is his mother, Mrs. Frank Pelkey of Two Rivers. His father died in 1911. There are two brothers, Frank E., CCS, USCG, stationed at Long Beach, Calif., and Lloyd of Two Rivers, and four sisters, Sister M. Florian of Hartford, Wis., Mrs. Lawrence Hebal of Stevens Point. Mrs. David Dortman of Sheboygan and Loretta Rebman of Marathon, Wis. Funeral arrangements are incomplete awaiting word from a brother, Chief Commissary Steward Frank Rebman, stationed in California. The eldest son, Charles E. in the Coast Guard, is flying to Two Rivers from Seattle, Wash., to attend his father's funeral. The body may be viewed after 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 5, 1945 P.4
JOHN L. REBMAN (d. 1974) John L. Rebman, 47, of 2332 Balsam Way, Green Bay, died Tuesday afternoon at Bellin Memorial Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rebman was born Sept. 26, 1927,at Two Rivers, son of the late John Rebman and Mrs. Ella Durocher Rebman. He served in the U.S. Army in the Korean Conflict and married Grace Nagel Streubel June 7, 1969, at Coleman. He was a former general superintendent at Hi-Line Construction Co. and owned and operated the GJC Store at Manitowoc and also the Rebman Bargain Mart at Octono (sic) Falls. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 281 of Coleman. Survivors include his wife, three step-daughters, Kristi, at home, Mrs. Rene (Karen) Rebman?, of Green Bay and Mrs. John (Karla) Braadbender, of Peshtigo; his mother of Coleman; five brothers, Charles, of Emerson, N.J., Robert, of Wauconda, Ill., Richard, of Coleman, Eugene, of El Paso, Texas, and Rene, of Green Bay; a sister, Mrs. Florian Kotecki, of Oconto and four step-grandchildren. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc, Funeral Home after 7 o'clock this Wednesday evening. Herald Times Reporter, October 9, 1974 P.3
JOSEPH RENE REBMAN Joseph Rene Rebman, 75, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2018. Rene was born on February 28th, 1942 in Two Rivers, WI to Jack and Ella (Durocher) Rebman. He eventually moved to Coleman where he attended Coleman High School and excelled in athletics. After attending high school, Rene worked in the local area and eventually became Head Chef at a number of restaurants including the Victorian House in Green Bay. Rene’s passion for cooking and entertaining was lifelong and brought him joy as he shared it with family and friends. When not cooking, Rene was an accomplished sheepshead player. He often left the table with more than he brought and was one of the most sought-after partners in five-hand you could find. After cards, Rene supported his Packers and his most treasured times were watching games with his friends and family and talking to his sons and grandchildren after the game. Rene also battled Multiple Sclerosis (MS) for over 35 years, but he never let MS define or constrain him. He battled it to the very end and beat it. As Rene would always say, “I may have MS, but MS doesn’t have me!” He also rallied his family and friends to participate in numerous walks, raise money, and secure donations to ensure each event was a success. In lieu of flowers, the family requests you make a donation to the Wisconsin Chapter of the MS Society on Rene’s behalf - https://www.nationalmssociety.org/Donate . Rene is survived by his sister, Judie (Florian) Kotecki; sons Ryan (Rachel) Rebman and Tyler (Paola) Rebman; grandchildren Soren & Bauer (Ryan and Rachel), Matteo & Mariana (Tyler and Paola), sisters-in-law Janet Rebman (WI), Violet Rebman (NJ), Therese Rebman (IL), Ursula Rebman (TX), special nieces and nephews Karri (Mike) Grenier, Adam Gordon, Amanda Gordon, and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Ella (Durocher) Rebman, his brothers Richard Rebman, Eugene Rebman, Robert Rebman, John “Jack” (Grace) Rebman, and Charles Rebman. The entire family would also like to say a special thank you to Debbie and Greg Webster for all their support to Rene over the years. Your kindness will never be forgotten. Family and friends may visit at St. Anne Catholic Church in Coleman, WI, on Saturday, February 24, from 10:00am until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11:00am with Father Bob Karuhn officiating. Online condolences may be offered at http://www.rhodescharapata.com . https://www.rhodescharapata.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=2964987
ANN L. REED Ann L. Reed, age, 46, of 2814 Memorial Drive, Two Rivers, died early Thursday morning, February 25, 1999, at the Hamilton Home, Two Rivers. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 27, 1999, at the St. Luke's Catholic Church. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Larry Seidl, with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. She was born January 1, 1953, in Manitowoc, daughter of Justine Sobiech Graczykowski and the late Stanley Graczykowski. She married Joe Reed, September 14, 1974, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Survivors include her husband, Joseph Reed, Two Rivers; one daughter, Judy, at home; one son, Chet, at home; her mother Justine Graczykowski, Manitowoc; one brother and sister-in-law, Steve and Linda Graczykowski, New Richmond, Wis.; three sisters and one brother-in-law, Veronica Crowe, Green Bay, Colleen and Kieth Bouril, Manitowoc, Mary Kay Graczykowski, Plymouth; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Bernard and Evelyn Reed, Two Rivers; four brothers-in-law, Bernard Jr. Reed and his wife, Jackie, Phillip Reed and his wife, Rose, Patrick Reed and his wife, Denise, all of Two Rivers, Robert Reed, Kewaunee; four sisters-in-law, Linda Robinson and her husband Allen, Two Rivers, Sandy Moshito and her husband, Rod, Fulton, N.Y., Judy Miller and her husband, Myron, Whitelaw, Teresa Kent and her husband, Kevin, Two Rivers. Also surviving are neices, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by one son, Patrick and her father, Stanley. Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Friday evening (TONIGHT) from 5-8 p.m. A Prayer Service will be held at 7 p.m. Friends may also call Saturday morning at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m. Herald Times Reporter, February 26, 1999 P. A2
ANNA REHBEIN Mrs. Henry Rehbein, 57, died Monday afternoon at the home, 2313 16th street, Two Rivers. She had been confined to her bed for three years. Funeral services will be held at 9 .am. Thursday at St. Mark's Catholic church with interment in Holy Cross cemetery. Mrs. Rehbein, nee Anna Schubert, was born in Two Rivers in 1887 and was married to Mr. Rehbein in 1915. The survivors are the husband, daughter, Mrs. Hubert Wilson of Two Rivers; sister, Mrs. Mary Luther of this city and two grandchildren. She was a member of the St. Ann's Altar society. The body may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home, Two Rivers, where the rosary will be recited Wednesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 15, 1945 P.2 ******* At. St. Luke's Church Wednesday morning, the marriage of Henry Rehbein of Manitowoc and Anna Schubert of this city was solemnized in this city. Mr. Rehbein is employed at the power house of the Traction Co. The Reporter, Fri., Oct. 22, 1915
HENRY REHBEIN Henry Rehbein, 88, of 2313 16th St., Two Rivers, died early Wednesday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels and at 10 am Friday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rehbein was born Nov. 30, 1884 at Clarks Mills, son of the late Otto and Maria Brockoff Rehbein. In 1915 he married Anna Schubert at Two Rivers. She preceded him in death 22 years ago. He was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, for 27 years before his retirement and was a charter member of the Senior Citizens of Two Rivers. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Hubert Wilson of Two Rivers; two brothers, Albert and Bernard of Manitowoc; two grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 6 to 9 pm Thursday. Memorial services will be at 8 pm. Senior Citizens of Two Rivers will meet in a body at 7:30 pm at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., May 16, 1973 page 3 ******** [Henry G. Rehbein] (30 Nov. 1884/May 1973/SSDI) ******** At. St. Luke's Church Wednesday morning, the marriage of Henry Rehbein of Manitowoc and Anna Schubert of this city was solemnized in this city. Mr. Rehbein is employed at the power house of the Traction Co. The Reporter, Fri., Oct. 22, 1915
AGNES REHRAUER Mrs. Richard Rehrauer, 23, nee Agnes Korinek, 855 North 18th street, died early this morning at the Holy Family hospital where she had been a patient for two days. Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the St. Luke's church in Two Rivers and burial will be in the Holy Cross cemetery. Services will also be held at the home of her brother, Anton Korinek, Jr., 2023 Garfield Avenue, Two Rivers, at 8:30 a.m. Mrs. Rehrauer was born in Algoma, February 5, 1914. When she was three years old she moved to Two Rivers with her parents. On June 25, 1936 she was married to Richard Rehrauer and the couple moved to Manitowoc. Survivors besides the husband include her mother, Mrs. Anton Korinek, Sr.; five brothers, Anton, Jr., Matt, Clarence and Edward, Two Rivers, and Norman of Manitowoc; and three sisters, Mrs. Harry Lane, Sheboygan, and Mrs. Joseph Laurent and Miss Jean Korinek, both of Two Rivers. The body will lie at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home until 10 o'clock Sunday morning when it will be removed to the Korinek home in Two Rivers. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 12, 1937 P.7
ALOYSIUS J. REHRAUER Aloysius J. (Ollie) Rehrauer, 63, Two Rivers, businessman, died suddenly in Municipal hospital there early this morning following a stroke suffered at his home, 1733 24th street, Thursday evening. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Beduhn funeral home and at 10 a.m. at the St. Luke Catholic church with the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C.V. Hugo officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery. Mr. Rehrauer was born in Two Rivers in 1885, a son of the late Joseph and Anna Diedrich Rehrauer. He attended Two Rivers schools and upon completion of his education became a painter and decorator. In 1911 he married the former Emma Gagnon of Two Rivers who was active with him in the operation of the paint store which he established in 1920. The couple had no children. The deceased was a member of the Two Rivers council of the Knights of Columbus, the St. Joseph society and the Two Rivers Community club. Surviving are his wife; two brothers, Joseph of Two Rivers and Luke of Neopit, and one sister, Mrs. George Harlow of Manitowoc. The body may be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home from 7 p.m. Saturday until the time of services Monday morning. The rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 2, 1948 P.2 ******** The wedding of Alois Rehrauer and Emma Gagnon took place at St. Luke's church, Two Rivers, Monday. The couple are well known and have many friends in this city. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Gagnon. After the wedding the couple departed on a trip to Chicago. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., Nov. 16, 1911
AUGUSTA REHRAUER Augusta J. Rehrauer, 85, of 1612 23rd Street, Two Rivers, died early Tuesday afternoon, August 30, 1988 at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 10 am Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rehrauer was born August 28, 1903 at Norman, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Anton and Mary Sinkula. She attended district school and was employed at the Two Rivers Community Hospital, working in the laundry department. She married Victor Rehrauer in 1928 at Norman. He preceded her in death in January, 1959. Mrs. Rehrauer was a member of the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary and St. Luke Altar Society. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, George and Ellen Rehrauer and Philip and Mary Rehrauer of Two Rivers; two brothers, Leonard Sinkula of Rt. 1, Kewaunee and Ervin Sinkula of Two Rivers; two sisters, Sybil McGraw and May Hinesh of Manitowoc; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm Wednesday where a memorial service will be at 7 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Aug. 31, 1988 page 19
CARINA H. REHRAUER Carina Rehrauer, age 80, formerly of 827 25th St., Two Rivers, died Friday evening, November 4, 1994, at St. Mary's Home. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, November 7, 1994, at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David Beaudry will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. She was born November 2, 1914, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Joseph and Helen Wierzbach Rehrauer. She attended St. Luke's Parochial School and Washington High School. Prior to her retirement she was a stenographer for the City of Two Rivers City Manager. Survivors include three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Robert P. Rehrauer, Two Rivers, Joseph and Florence Rehrauer, Manitowoc. Francis and Karen Rehrauer, Portage, Mich.; a sister-in-law, Arlene Rehrauer, Manitowoc; a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Alfred Rehrauer. Friends may call at St. Luke's Church after 10 a.m. on Monday until the time of services. The Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels are assisting the family with funeral services. Herald Times Reporter, November 6, 1994 P. A2
DOLORES M. REHRAUER Dolores M. "Dodie" Rehrauer, age 76, of 2706 Adams St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly on Thursday, March 5, 2009, at her residence. Dodie was born on Aug. 11, 1932, in Manitowoc, a daughter of the late Clarence and Philomena (Popp) Klein. She attended school in Manitowoc, and was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, with the class of 1950. She then worked and received training at the Hatcher Dental Clinic in Springfield, Ill., before returning to the area to work for Dr. Rotter, and also Dr. Terry Scheer of Manitowoc. On June 6, 1964, Dodie married William P. Rehrauer at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on June 5, 1999. Dodie volunteered many hours of service to school activities, Special Olympics and the religious education department at Holy Redeemer Parish. She was also a long-time member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer, now St. Peter the Fisherman, and served as a Eucharistic minister at the church. She enjoyed traveling, and the time spent with family and friends. She is survived by one daughter and son-in0law: Renee and Rodney Ronningen of Whitewater; one son and daughter-in-law: bill and Gretchen Rehrauer of Oregon; four grandchildren: Blaine Brooks; and Bradley, Kyle, and Seth Rehrauer; and three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Mary Jo (Bert) Crane, Wautoma; Patricia (Ralph) Stankey, Manitowoc; and Katie Brady, New Franklin, Mo. She is further survived by a brother- in-law and two sisters-in-law: Robert and Jeannine Rehrauer, Two Rivers, and Laverne Rehrauer, Manitowoc; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a special daughter: Lisa Marie; five sisters: Margaret Weber; Cele Dashner; Lucille Wilda; Judy Schaefer; and Jenny Klein; two brothers: Norbert Klein and Joseph C. Klein; one sister-in-law: Ann Johnson; and one brother-in-law: Jack Rehrauer. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Thomas, with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, from 5 until 8 p.m. Monday evening, where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue at the church on Tuesday morning, March 10, 2009, after 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. The Rehrauer family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to mom's special friend, (private) for her companionship and care; and also to mom's special sisters, (private), for the many laughs, and willingness to always lend a helping hand. Dodie was a much loved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, who will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Herald Times Reporter, March 7, 2009
EMMA REHRAUER Mrs. Emily Rehrauer of 1716 W. Park St., Two Rivers, died late Tuesday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she was a patient four hours. She had been treated for a heart condition. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. with a solemn requiem high Mass at St. Luke Catholic Church. Celebrant will be the Rev. H.J. Schmitz and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Rehrauer, nee Emily Gagnon, was born at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Peter and Elizabeth Nick Gagnon. She attended St. Luke Parochial School and was married 48 years ago an Aloysius J. Rehrauer, Two Rivers painting contractor. He preceeded her in death 13 years ago. She was a member of the St. Luke Altar Society and the Third Order of St. Francis. Surviving are five sisters, Mrs. Agnes Rau and the Misses Claire and Delia of Two Rivers. Mrs. Rudolph Stockinger of Manitowoc and Mrs. Loretta Wilkinson of Oconomowoc. Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will be recited by the Third Order of St. Francis at 7 p.m. and a parish Rosary at 7:45 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, April 05, 1961 page 19 ******** Mrs. A. J. Rehrauer, wife of the Washington Street merchant, is in the hospital at Manitowoc, suffering from injuries as a result of an accident Sunday on Highway 21 west of Oshkosh near Red Granite. She had her collarbone and five ribs broken. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 6, 1928
HELEN A. REHRAUER Funeral services for Mrs. Helen Rehrauer, 89, presently of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, who died late Saturday morning, October 2, were held at 2 o'clock this Tuesday afternoon at St. Luke Catholic Chhrch (sic), Two Rivers. The Rev. John Neuser officiated and burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rehrauer was born July 17, 1893, at Sheboygan, daughter of the late Thomas and Pauline Schuelke Wierzbach. She was married to Joseph A. Rehrauer in 1913 at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death June 23, 1962. Survivors include three sons, Joseph L. of Manitowoc, Francis J. of Portage, Mich., and Robert P. of Two Rivers; a daughter, Carina of Two Rivers, nine grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. A son, Alfred, preceded her in death. Herald Times Reporter, October 5, 1982 P. 3 ********* [bur. 10-06-1982/age 89 yrs.] (17 Jul 1893/Oct 1982/SSDI) ********* On Monday morning at nine o'clock, Mr. Joseph Rehauer and Miss Helen Wierzbach were united in marriage at St.Luke's church, Rev.Father Hugo officiating. They were attended by Miss Cecelia Rehauer as maid of honor and Mr. Luke Rehauer as best man. The wedding was quietly celebrated at the home of her father, Mr. Henry Wierzbach. The young couple left on the evening train for a wedding trip. Both people are well known in this city and have a large number of friends and acquaintances who wish them happiness throughout their entire married life. The Reporter, Sat., Nov. 29, 1913
JACK REHRAUER John C. (Jack) Rehrauer, age 73, of 2000 Kellner Street, Manitowoc, died Saturday, Jan. 29, 2000 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2000, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Foley, with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born Dec. 29, 1926 in Two Rivers, Wis., son of the late William and Olive Bermke Rehrauer. Jack graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School. He served in the United States Navy and the United States Merchant Marine Service. On Sept. 14, 1946 he married the former La Verne Kohls in Sheboygan, Wis. The couple spent most of their life in Two Rivers. Jack was a part of the family-owned Two Rivers Auto Service with his father, William, and his two brothers, Bob and Bill. Jack retired from the auto service in 1984. After Jack's retirement, the couple spent the winter months in Kingman, Ariz.,and the summer months in Manitowoc. Jack was a member of the Two Rivers VFW, Pontiac Dealers Association, Elks, Lions, and the Two Rivers Chamber of Commerce. Jack was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Survivors include his wife, La Verne Rehrauer, Manitowoc; three sons and two daughters-in-law, John W. and Pat Rehrauer, Little Rock, Ark., Thomas C. and Ellen Rehrauer, Milwaukee, Steven Mr. (sic) Rehrauer, Two Rivers; one granddaughter, Stephanie; one brother and two sisters-in-law, Bob and GeGe Rehrauer, Dodie Rehrauer, all of Two Rivers; one brother-in-law, James Johnson, Two Rivers. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a sister, Anne Johnson, and a brother, Bill Rehrauer. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Jack's name. The family will greet relatives and friends at Holy Innocents Church from 10 a.m. Tuesday until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation. The Pffeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Jack loved his family, golf and will sadly be missed by all. Herald Times Reporter, January 31, 2000 P. A2
JOSEPH A. REHRAUER In failing health for the past six months, Joseph A. Rehrauer, 64, a skilled art glass worker in his earlier years, died at his home at 1723 18th St., Two Rivers, late Monday night. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rehrauer was born in Two Rivers in 1887, a son of the late Joseph and Ann Dietriet Rehrauer, who immigrated from Germany. He received his elementary education in the St. Luke Parochial School, Two Rivers. After several years of employment at the old Mann Brothers pail factory in Two Rivers, he later became associated with the Tremmel Art Glass Works, founded by the late George Tremmel. Many of the art glass windows in churches as well as in homes in this area were the work of Mr. Rehrauer. Upon dissolution of the concern Mr. Rehrauer took employment with the Hamilton Manufacturing Company, Two Rivers, where he worked for 22 years. Surviving are his wife, the former Helen Wierzbach, who was married to Mr. Rehrauer in Two Rivers 39 years ago; a daughter, Miss Carina Rehrauer at home; and four sons, Joseph Jr., and Alfred of Manitowoc, Francis of Omaha, Nebr., and Robert Rehrauer at home; a sister, Mrs. Mary Harlow of Manitowoc; a brother, Luke Rehrauer of Chilton; and six grandchildren. Friends may call at the Beduhn, Deja & Martin Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 2 p.m. Wednesday until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 24, 1952 P.2 ******** On Monday morning at nine o'clock, Mr. Joseph Rehauer and Miss Helen Wierzbach were united in marriage at St.Luke's church, Rev.Father Hugo officiating. They were attended by Miss Cecelia Rehauer as maid of honor and Mr. Luke Rehauer as best man. The wedding was quietly celebrated at the home of her father, Mr. Henry Wierzbach. The young couple left on the evening train for a wedding trip. Both people are well known in this city and have a large number of friends and acquaintances who wish them happiness throughout their entire married life. The Reporter, Sat., Nov. 29, 1913
LISA M. REHRAUER An Angel of the Lord called at 3309 Parkway Blvd., Two Rivers, on Friday morning, July 7, 1995, and took Lisa Marie's soul back into Heaven to rest in peace after a lingering illness. The Mass of Angels will be concelebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Frank Weber, her cousin, will be the celebrant assisted by Rev. Paul Schumacher, Msgr. Alfred Schneider and Rev. John Schmitt with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Lisa was born January 29, 1973, to William and Dolores Klein Rehrauer. She graduated from Riverview School in May of 1994. Lisa attended special education religion classes at Holy Redeemer where she was Baptized, recieved her first Holy Communion and was confirmed. Besides her parents she is survived by a brother, Bill; and sister-in-law, Gretchen; a sister, Renee, and brother-in-law, Vance Brooks; a nephew, Blaine Brooks. She is also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins, Ralph and Pat Stankey, Judy Schaeffer, Jenney Klein, Norbert Klein, Kathy and Lee Brady, Bert and Mary Jo Crane, Jack and Laverne Rehrauer; and her Godparents, Robert and Jeannine Rehrauer. She is a also survived by her faithful pal, "Rocky". She was preceded in death by three uncles, four aunts, and three cousins. Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 6 until 9:30 p.m. Monday evening and after 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the church until the hour of service. A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. Monday led by Father Weber. Herald Times Reporter, July 8, 1995 P. A2
OLIVE E. REHRAUER Olive E. Rehrauer, 83, of 2116 29th Street, Two Rivers, died Tuesday evening, June 25, at Theda Clark Hospital, Neenah. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rehrauer was born August 2, 1901, in the Town of Centerville, daughter of the late William and Emma Opitz Bermke. She married William G. Rehrauer on September 10, 1925, at Sacred Heart Catholic church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death October 4, 1966. Mrs. Rehrauer was a member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer and the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Jeannine Rehrauer of Two Rivers, Jack and Laverne Rehrauer of Kingman, Arizona and William P. and Dolores Rehrauer of Two Rivers; eleven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren also survived. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Ann Johnson, four sisters and a brother. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home of Two Rivers from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday evening. A parish memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home. Herald Times Reporter, June 26, 1985 P. 3
******** TWO RIVERS BUSINESSMAN TAKES BRIDE Mr. ad Mrs. Wm Bermke, 1423 Clark St., announce the marriage Thursday morning at 7:30 of their daughter, Miss Olive to Wm Rehrauer, son of Mr. and Mrs. G. Rehrauer, 2009 Washington Street, Two Rivers. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W.J. Luby at the Sacred Heart Church. Miss Louise Rehrauer and Victor Rehrauer were the attending couple. Only immediate relatives and intimate friends attended the ceremony which was followed by a wedding breakfast served at the home of the bride's parents. Mr. and Mrs. Rehrauer departed on a wedding trip to Milwaukee, Chicago, Indiana and Michigan. They will make the trip by auto. Mr. Rehrauer is manager of the Auto Service Co. at Two Rivers. Mrs. Rehrauer is a graduate of the Manitowoc High School with the class of 1920 and has been employed at the Hamachek -Bleser Co., for the past four years. Mr. and Mrs. Rehrauer will return in two weeks and will be at home to friends October 1 at 1315 20th Street, Two Rivers. The Reporter - Fri., Sept. 11, 1925
******** (2 Aug. 1901/June 1985/SSDI)ROBERT P. REHRAUER Robert P. Rehrauer, age 81, a former Two Rivers resident, currently residing at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, May 11, 2005, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Robert was born Oct. 21, 1923, in Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph and Helen (Wierzbach) Rehrauer. He was a graduate of St. Mark's Grade School and Washington High School, class of 1941. Robert was drafted into the United States Army in January 1943 and was trained as a surgical technician at William Beaumont General Hospital in El Paso, Texas. He served with the Third Army during the entire European campaign and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal and the Bronze Star Medal. Following his tour of duty, Robert entered the University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy. Upon graduation, he successfully passed his Wisconsin license to practice pharmacy in Wisconsin in April 1950. Robert served the Lakeshore area as a pharmacist until his retirement in 1988. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Wisconsin Alumni Association, Two Rivers Elks and the Eagles Club of Two Rivers. Survivors include a brother: Francis Rehrauer, Portage, Mich.; two sisters-in-law: Florence Rehrauer and Arlene Rehrauer, both of Manitowoc; four nieces and four nephews. He was also preceded in death by a sister: Carina; two brothers: Joseph and Alfred; and two sisters-in-law: Erma Rehrauer and Karen Rehrauer. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 14, 2005, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Robert Drobka with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. Saturday, May 14, 2005, until the time of service at 11 a.m. Memorials would be appreciated for Two Rivers High School or the Two Rivers Senior Center. Herald Times Reporter, May 2005
VICTOR M. REHRAUER Victor M. Rehrauer, 55, of 1612 23rd St., Two Rivers, a member of one of the oldest families in Two Rivers, died unexpectedly of a heart attack in his sleep at his home at 6:40 a.m. Thursday. He had worked up to the time of his death at Paragon Electric Co. Two Rivers. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 11 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. H. J. Schmitz officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rehrauer was born in Two Rivers Nov. 23, 1903, a son of the late George and Denise Niquette Rehrauer. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and Two Rivers High School. In his youth he became associated with his brothers, William and the late Frank, in the Two Rivers Auto Service Co. in the sales field. In February of 1942 he entered the employ of Paragon Electric Co. and was supervisor of the parts department for many years. He was a longtime member of the Two Rivers Council 1957, Knights of Columbus, and the Holy Name Society of St. Luke Church. Surviving are his wife, the former Augusta Sinkula, whom he married at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Norman, Sept. 26, 1928; two sons, George and Philip at home; five sisters, Mrs. Cecilia Rhein, Mrs. Harry R. Hurst, Mrs. Clara White and Mrs. Henry P. Berzinsky of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Allan J. Weinhardt of Terre Haute, Ind., and three brothers, Charles of Manitowoc, William of Two Rivers and Randolph of Sheboygan. The brother, Frank died in 1942. Friends may call at the funeral chapel after 3 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 8, 1959 P.21
WILLIAM G. REHRAUER (d. 1966) Auto Dealer Rehrauer Is Dead; was 72 TWO RIVERS-William G. Rehrauer, 72, of 3742 Adams St., longtime president of the Two Rivers Auto Service Co., one of the community's earliest auto mechanics, a navy overseas veteran of World War I, and a charter member of the Two Rivers Lions Club, died at 2 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc. He had been in failing health for more than a year. A member of one of the city's oldest families and a lifelong resident of the community, Mr. Rehrauer had been identified with the automotive field in the area for more than a half century. In 1951, Nash Motors, predecessor of American Motors, honored him as a five-time winner of the firm's select dealer award, unequalled in the nation. His company at the time had been a Nash distributor 33 years. The firm had had the Pontiac dealership since 1953 and American Motors since 1980. Became Machinist Mr. Rehrauer was born at Two Rivers Sept. 7, 1895, son of the late George and Denise Niquette Rehrauer. He attended St. Luke Parochial School, after which he became an apprentice machinist at Hamilton Mfg. Co. His first experience in the automotive field was his employment as an auto mechanic for the J.E. Hamachek and Sons Co. garage at Two Rivers. Mr. Rehrauer enlisted in the Navy June 10, 1918, and served as an aircraft engine mechanic after he had been a member of a navy engineers' crew on the American army transport, the Former North German Lloyd ocean liner, "The Vaterland," which was seized by the government during World War I, and after the war became the Leviathan. He was discharged from the Navy June 27 1919, and became associated with the Two Rivers Auto Service Co. Soon after, Mr. Rehrauer became the general manager of the Two Rivers Auto Service Co., which had its beginning in a wood-frame garage at the foot of 15th Street just west of old Hotel Hamilton, and where he pursued the auto mechanic trade. Mr. Rehrauer later set up quarters of the Auto Service firm in a building just south of the present building built in 1926 at Washington and 21st streets and later expanded. He had his late brother, Frank, as an associate. His early associates in the enterprise also were the late H.C. Wentorf, Charle Tesmer and A.C. Kummerow. The first distributorship was the former Kissel Car. With William C. Beduhn and August H. Fanslau he was one of three surviving charter members of the Two Rivers Lions Club organized in March of 1923 and had been active in committee work for many years. A longtime member also of Two Rivers Lodge of Elks No. 1380, Mr. Rehrauer for years bowled on teams of the lodge's league, until an arthritic condition caused him to retire from his favorite pastime. Was Director Mr. Rehrauer was also a director of the Two Rivers Savings and Loan Assn., and was a member of the Mother of Hope council No. 1957, Knights of Columbus, Holy Redeemer Church Holy Name Society, St. Joseph Athletic Assn., the Two Rivers Chamber of Commerce and Robert E. Burns Post No. 165, American Legion. Mr. Rehrauer married the former Olive Bermke of Manitowoc Sept. 10, 1924. She survives with a daughter, Mrs. James (Ann) Johnson, of Two Rivers; three sons, Robert W. John A., and William P., all associated with the Two Rivers Auto Service Co.; five sisters, Mrs. Celia Rhein, Mrs. Salome Hurst, Mrs. Clara White and Mrs. Henry P. Berzinsky, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Allan Weinhardt, of Terre Haute, Ind., and 10 grandchildren. Four brothers preceded him in death. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels and at 10 a.m. with a solemn requiem high Mass at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Military graveside rites will be conduced by the American Legion post at Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. for the family and at 8 p.m. by the Knights of Columbus, Holy Name Society and St. Joseph Society. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 4, 1966 P.3
******** TWO RIVERS BUSINESSMAN TAKES BRIDE Mr. ad Mrs. Wm Bermke, 1423 Clark St., announce the marriage Thursday morning at 7:30 of their daughter, Miss Olive to Wm Rehrauer, son of Mr. and Mrs. G. Rehrauer, 2009 Washington Street, Two Rivers. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W.J. Luby at the Sacred Heart Church. Miss Louise Rehrauer and Victor Rehrauer were the attending couple. Only immediate relatives and intimate friends attended the ceremony which was followed by a wedding breakfast served at the home of the bride's parents. Mr. and Mrs. Rehrauer departed on a wedding trip to Milwaukee, Chicago, Indiana and Michigan. They will make the trip by auto. Mr. Rehrauer is manager of the Auto Service Co. at Two Rivers. Mrs. Rehrauer is a graduate of the Manitowoc High School with the class of 1920 and has been employed at the Hamachek -Bleser Co., for the past four years. Mr. and Mrs. Rehrauer will return in two weeks and will be at home to friends October 1 at 1315 20th Street, Two Rivers. The Reporter - Fri., Sept. 11, 1925
******** (7 Sept. 1894/Oct. 1966/SSDI)WILLIAM P. REHRAUER (d. 1999) William P. Rehrauer, age 65, 3309 Parkway Blvd., Two Rivers, died Saturday evening, June 5, 1999, at his residence, after a courageous battle against a lingering illness. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday June 10, 1999, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Concelebrating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William O'Brien, Rev. Frank Weber and Rev. John Schmitt, with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Military Graveside Rites will be accorded by the American Legion and V.F. W. Post of Two Rivers. Mr. Rehrauer was born August 11, 1933, in Two Rivers, son of the late William G. and Olive E. Bermke Rehrauer. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and Washington High School graduating with the class of 1951. On April 1, 1952 he entered the United States Navy and served during the Korean Conflict. He was a graduate of the Great Lake Naval Academy and was stationed for periods of time in Jacksonville, Fl., Norman, OK., Honolulu, Hawaii and Barbers Point. He was honorably discharged March 30, 1956. On June 6, 1964, he was united in marriage to Dolores Klein at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The couple would have celebrated 35 years of marriage this past Sunday. Bill was a partner of the Two Rivers Auto Service with his brothers, Bob and Jack after their father's retirement in the mid 60's. Bill served the business as treasurer of the corporation and service manager, retiring in 1986. The business was sold in January of 1990. Wile in business, he was a member of the National Automobile Dealers Association and the Two Rivers Business Association. He was also a member of the Two Rivers Knights of Columbus Council #1957, a long time member of Holy Redeemer parish, where he served as an usher for over 20 years and the Men of Holy Redeemer. He was always very supportive of the Disabled American Veterans and Special Olympics. Bill was an avid sports fan. He especially loved the Chicago Cubs and the Green Bay Packers. He is survived by his wife, Dolores; one son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Gretchen Rehrauer, Oregon, Wis.; one daughter, Renee Brooks, Manitowoc; two grandsons, Blaine and Brad; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert and Jeannine Rehrauer, Two Rivers, Jack and Laverne Rehrauer, Manitowoc; two brothers-in-law, Jim Johnson, Two Rivers, Norbert Klein, Manitowoc; four sisters-in-law, Mary Jo (Bert) Crane, Wautoma, Patty (Ralph) Stankey, Manitowoc, Judy Schaefer, Manitowoc, Kathy (Lee) Brady, Fayette, Mo.; a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends also survive. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a special daughter, Lisa Marie, in 1995; a sister, Ann Johnson; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Clarence and Philomena Klein and sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law, Margaret Weber, Cele Dashner, Lucille Wilda, Jenny Klein and Joseph C. Klein. Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday evening, and after 9:30 a.m. on Thursday until leaving for the church. A Parish Prayer Service will conclude the visitation at 8 p.m. Wednesday evening led be (sic) Father Weber. The family would like to extend a very special thank you to the VNA Hospice for their special care and concern. Bill always had a great love for his family, friends, neighbors and special friends "Rocky and Hogan". He was a much loved husband, Dad and Grandpa and will be greatly missed by all. Herald Times Reporter, June 8, 1999 P. A2
CLARENCE REICH Clarence A. Reich, 80, of the Two Rivers Hamilton Memorial Home, died early Monday morning, September 30, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Reich was born July 17, 1905, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Joseph and Klotilda Duffek Reich. He married Marcella Ciha on June 12, 1928, at Two Rivers. Mr. Reich was employed at Mirro Corporation, retiring 15 years ago. He was a member of the Two Rivers Knights of Columbus and the Senior Citizens. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Kattie of Los Angeles, Allen and Joan of Two Rivers and Douglas and Kathy of Denver, Colorado; a brother and sister-in-law, Raymond and Tillie Reich of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Anna Konop of Two Rivers, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife in January, 1984. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Two Rivers Knights of Columbus will meet with the family for a 7 p.m. memorial service. Herald Times Reporter, September 30, 1985 P. 3
GERALD REICH Gerald C. "Jerry" Reich, 52, of 312 Halverson Lane, Cato, died unexpectedly Saturday morning, July 1, 1989 at his residence. Funeral services will be 11 am Monday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Clarks Mills. Rev. John Conrad will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Clarks Mills. Mr. Reich was born July 19, 1936 at Two Rivers, son of Raymond and the late Leona Schmooch Reich. He attended Grade School and Washington High School and was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee in 1961. He married JoAnne "Jan" Schroeder June 7, 1958 at Two Rivers. Mr. Reich was employed as a District Supervisor by The Kirby Building Systems of Nashville, Tennessee. He was a former member of Two Rivers City Council and was also a past President. Mr. Reich served in the United States Air Force from 1955 to 1958. Survivors include his wife, three sons and a daughter-in-law, Daniel of Austin, Texas, James of San Marcos, Texas, Charles and Katherine of El Paso, Texas; a daughter, Diane of Atlanta, Georgia; his father and stepmother, Raymond and Tillie Reich of Two Rivers; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Donald Reich of Brooklyn, New York and Robert and Janis of Dallas, Texas and a granddaughter, Jennifer Reich. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm this Sunday where a memorial service will be at 7 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., July 2, 1989 page B10
JOHN G. REICH John G. Reich, age 50, of 3007 Prairie St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly on Sunday, April 6, 2008, at his residence. John was born on Jan. 29, 1958, in Manitowoc, son of Allen and Joan (Gallagher) Reich. On July 31, 1982, he married the former Nancy Hoida in Two Rivers. He was employed at Federal Mogul for 26 years. John enjoyed walking. Survivors include his wife: Nancy Reich, Two Rivers; father and mother: Allen and Joan Reich, Two Rivers; son: Adam Reich, Two Rivers; sister and brothers: Susan (Douglas) Oswald, Kellnersville; brothers: Peter Reich, Appleton; Joseph (Sheri) Reich, Crivitz; Thomas Reich and special friend, Tammy Zierhut, Two Rivers; Mary (Douglas) Flentje, Mishicot; and Patricia (Bob) Stalvey, Manitowoc; mother-in-law: Susan Monka, Two Rivers; two brothers-in-law: Tom Hoida and Joan Gerroll, Two Rivers, Michael Hess, Dallas, Texas; and sister-in-law: Jane Hoida, Pompano Beach, Fla. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law: Gene Hoida. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 10, 2008, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William O'Brien, with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday at church from 8:30 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis., April 8, 2008
JOSEPH REICH Joseph Reich, 73, of 1811-20th St., Two Rivers, retired employe of the Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, died early Friday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient a week. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. with a solemn requiem high Mass at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Adlph Dolezal the celebrant. The Revs. Peter Klauck and John McLaughlin will serve as deacon and sub-deacon, respectively. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Reich was born in the Town of Gibson on Dec. 27, 1882, son of the late Rudolph and Anna Kraus Reich. On Aug. 30, 1904 he married the former Klotilda Dufeck at Tisch Mills. Until 14 years ago when he came to Two Rivers he was engaged in farming in the Town of Gibson. He retired from employment at the Hamilton firm three years ago. For many years he was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin and the Holy Name Society of St. Luke church. Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Jerry Konop of Two Rivers; two sons, Clarence and Raymond of Two Rivers, two sisters, Mrs. Frank Zellner and Mrs. John Koukalik of Two Rivers; a brother, Adolph Reich of Rt. 1, Mishicot; eight grand- children and three great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 9 a.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 26, 1956 P.21
KLOTILDA REICH Mrs. Klotilda Reich, 83, of 1616-22nd St., Two Rivers, died Sunday morning at home. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Reich, nee Klotilda Dufeck, was born June 3, 1884, in the Town of Mishicot, daughter of the late John and Anna Dolezal Dufeck. She was married Aug. 30, 1904, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Tisch Mills, to Joseph Reich after which the couple settled on a farm in the Town of Gibson. Retiring from farming she and her husband move to Two Rivers in 1942. Mr. Reich died Oct. 26, 1956. She was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin and the St. Luke Altar Society. Surviving are a daughter Mrs. Jerry Konop, and two sons, Clarence and Ray, of Two Rivers, eight grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Three sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, July 3, 1967 P. 9
LEONA REICH Mrs. Raymond Reich, 51, of 1716-26th St., Two Rivers, died shortly before noon Friday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient since Tuesday night. She had been in failing health for a year. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home and at 2 p.m. at St. John Evangelical Church with the Rev. T. F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. She was born Leona Schmoock Dec. 29, 1909, in the Town of Two Creek, daughter of the late Charles and Ida Engelbrecht Schmoock. She attended school at Two Creeks. She was married Oct. 24, 1929, to Raymond Reich at Two Rivers and was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co. Surviving are three sons, Donald of Cambridge, Mass., Gerald of Milwaukee and Robert at home; two sisters, Mrs. William Schramm of Mishicot and Mrs. Reuben Schwalbe of Manitowoc and three grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 24, 1961 P.9
MARCELLA REICH Mrs. Marcella Reich, 75, a resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, died Thursday evening, Jan. 5, at the Hamilton Memorial Home. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Reich was born June 21, 1908, at Tisch Mills, Wis., daughter of the late Wenzel and Frances Nuhlicek Ciha. She married Clarence Reich on June 12, 1928, at Two Rivers. Mrs. Reich was a member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church and a member of the Two Rivers Senior Citizens. Survivors include her husband, Clarence; three sons and a daughter-in-law, Kenneth Reich of Chicago, Allen and Joan Reich of Two Rivers and Douglas Reich of Denver, Colo.; a sister, Mrs. Frank (Mayme) Zellner of Green Bay; seven grandchildren and one great grandchild. She was preceded in death by a brother, Milton. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 5 p.m. Sunday were a memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, January 6, 1984 P. 3 ********* (21 Jun 1908/Jan 1984/SSDI)
RAYMOND REICH Raymond V. Reich, age 89, a resident of Mueller Manor, Two Rivers, died Sunday morning, December 27, 1998, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 30, 1998, at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. William O'Brien and burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Ray was born May 14, 1909, in the town of Gibson, son of the late Joseph and Klotilda Dufek Reich. He was a graduate of Mishicot High School with the class of 1926. On October 4, 1929, he married the former Leona Schmoock, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. She preceded him in death, June 23, 1961. Ray then married Clotilda Jorgenson on June 29, 1963, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. She preceded him in death on October 5, 1992. Ray was employed at Hamilton Industries in the Wood Plant for 47 years retiring as foreman. He was a member of Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church and the Holy Redeemer Men's Club. Ray was also a member of the Two Rivers Senior Center. Survivors include two sons and two daughters-in-law, Donald Reich, Brooklyn, N.Y., Robert and Janis Reich, Dallas, Tx., Jan Reich, Cato; two step-daughters and one step-son-in-law, Carol Steffes, Two Rivers, Joan and Dale Peronto, Two Rivers; one sister, Anna Konop, Two Rivers; eight grandchildren, John, Liese, Libby, Chuck, Diane, Dan, Jim, Alicia; six great-grandchildren; eight step-grandchildren, Kathy, Jim, Peggy, Gary, Lori, Connie, Ricky and Mari Jo; 15 step-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Ray was also preceded in death by one son, Jerry. Friends may call at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church on Wednesday morning from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. Klein & Stangel Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, December 29, 1998 ********* (14 May 1909/27 Dec 1998/SSDI)
RICHARD REIMER Richard M. Reimer, age 60, of 3412 Riverview Dr., Two Rivers, died peacefully, Wednesday afternoon, April 11, 2012, after a short illness with cancer, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Richard was born August 16, 1951, in Whitelaw, a son of the late Raymond and Dolores (Vogel) Reimer. He attended St. Michael's Catholic School and graduated from Valders High School with the class of 1969. On January 15, 1972, he married Patricia Schuman at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Whitelaw. Rick was employed at Mirro, Kelvinator, and most recently at Manitowoc Ice. Rick enjoyed time with his family and supporting his children and grandchildren in their many activities. He also enjoyed cooking and making his specialty smore bars. (Survivors omitted for privacy) In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his father-in-law: Fredrick Schuman and brother-in-law: Richard Schuman. Funeral services will be held at 1030 a.m. on Monday, April 16, 2012, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Tom Reynebeau with burial to follow in Holy Cross cemetery, Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers on Sunday evening, April 15, 2012, from 4 until 8 p.m. Visitation will continue at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church on Monday morning from 9 until 10:15 a.m. Rick's family would like to extend a special thanks to the Two Rivers Fire Dept., (private) for the food during our hospital stay. Thank you to Drs. (private), the staff of the Vince Lombardi Cancer Center, Aurora Medical Center 3rd Floor and Emergency Room staff for the excellent care given to Rick during his illness. Herald Times Reporter, April 2012
HELEN V. REIS Helen V. Reis, age 89, of 1711 20th St, Two Rivers, died Thursday evening, September 30, 1999, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, October 4, 1999, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. William O'Brien will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Helen was born November 15, 1909, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Thomas and Pauline Markiewicz Gajdys. Helen was a graduate of Two Rivers Washington High School with the class of 1927. On August 23, 1941, she married Lester W. Reis at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in October of 1986. Upon graduation from high school, she was employed with the law firm of Dicke and Fischer in Two Rivers. She ended her work career, when she retired from Paragon Electric Co. in 1965. Helen was also a member of the Ladies Sodality of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, George and Mary, Two Rivers. Helen always thought of Mary as a special daughter. Also surviving are two grandchildren, Alison Reis, Two Rivers, David Reis, New Orleans; one great-grandchild, Abigail Spaeth; special friend and helper, Sis Kumbalek, Two Rivers. She will also be missed by a joy in her life, Monty. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by three brothers; Vincent, Stanley and her twin, Joseph; one sister, Rose Tess. Friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Monday afternoon, from 3 p.m. until the time of service at 6 p.m. Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Memorials may be given to the Helen Gajdys Reis and Lester Reis Endowment Fund, which provides summer camping experiences for Little Brothers and Little Sisters of Manitowoc County. Let this moment in time be a celebration honoring Helen's example of giving of oneself to help others. She spent the greater part of her life doing this. May she rest in peace! Herald Times Reporter, October 2, 1999 P. A2
LESTER REIS Lester Reis, 75, of 1711 20th St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Tuesday morning, Oct. 8, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. 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 Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Reis was born May 17, 1910 in the town of Mishicot, son of the late George and Caroline Messman Reis. He attended the district school and Mishicot High School, graduation with the Class of 1928. Mr. Reis was employed at Manitowoc for a number of years and then for 28 years at Mirro Aluminum Company as a forklift operator, retiring 10 years ago. He married Helen Gadys Aug. 23, 1941 at Two Rivers. Mr. Reis was a member of Two Rivers Senior Citizens. Survivors include his wife; a son and daughter-in-law, George and Mary Reis of Two Rivers; a brother, Earl of Two Rivers and two grandchildren, Alyson and David Reis. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 6 o'clock to 8 o'clock this Wednesday evening and after 9 am Thursday at the church until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed. Oct 9, 1985 page 3
GENE REPENN Gene A. Repenn, 59, of 2001 33rd St., Two Rivers, and currently a resident of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, died Saturday, May 21, 2005, at the Health Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 24, 2005, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Wm. G. O'Brien, with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Gene was born Jan. 18, 1946, in Two Rivers, a son of Joan (Filliez) Repenn Funk and the late John Repenn. He was educated in Two Rivers, before joining the U.S. Navy where he also attended submarine school. Gene served as a sub sailor for three years. On Oct. 10, 1970, he was married to Joyce Burkart at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was employed as a machinist with Manitowoc Engineering Company for many years, until his illness forced him to retire in 1996. Gene's hobbies included boating, hunting, fishing, working on cars and brewing his own beer. He is survived by his wife, Joyce; one son, Mark Repenn, Two Rivers; his mother, Joan Funk, Mishicot; one brother, Roy Repenn, Two Rivers; one sister, Renee Repenn, Madison; and a nephew, Marty Mraz, Sturgeon Bay. He is further survived by his mother-in-law, Audrey Burkart; one sister-in-law and two brothers-in-law, Mary (Glenn) Haese, Jim (Jerri) Burkart, and John (Chris) Burkart, all of Manitowoc. He was preceded in death by his father, John Repenn; father-in-law, Robert Burkart; one sister, Lynn Mraz, and his step-father, Wilbert Funk. Relatives and friends may call at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers, after 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday until the time of mass at 11 a.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers is assisting the Repenn family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, May 2005
MARK REPENN Mark J. Repenn, age 38, of 1410 Johnston Dr. Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Sunday, Feb. 28, 2010, at his residence. Mark was born March 26, 1971, in Two Rivers to Joyce (Burkart) Repenn and the late Gene A. Repenn, and attended schools in Manitowoc. Mark was a great animal lover who loved his dogs. He also enjoyed four-wheeling. Survivors include his mother, Joyce Repenn of Two Rivers; maternal grandmother, Audrey Burkart of Manitowoc; and paternal grandmother, Joan Funk of Mishicot. He is further survived by three uncles and two aunts: James Burkart, Jack (Chris) Burkart, Mary (Glenn) Haese, all of Manitowoc; Roy Repenn, Two Rivers; and Renee Repenn, Madison; several cousins, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Gene Repenn, on May 21, 2005; grandparents: Robert Burkart and John Repenn; and one aunt, Lynn Mraz. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 4, 2010, at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 - 18th St., Two Rivers. Officiating at the memorial service will be the Rev. William G. O'Brien, with burial of his cremated remains to take place in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers, at a later date. The family will greet relatives and friends at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, after 5 p.m. Thursday until the time of service at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter March 2, 2010
TAMMY LYNN REPINSKI Tammy Lynn, six week old daughter of James and Linda Baker Repinski of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at her home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. Leo Schmitt officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Tammy Lynn was born Sept. 14, 1969, at Two Rivers. Besides her parents, she leaves a brother, James at home; her maternal grand- mother, Mrs. Bernice Holdebrand of Two Rivers, and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Repinski of Crandon. Friends may call at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 29, 1969 P.22
LISA ANN RESCH Lisa Ann Resch, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Francis Resch of 2307 Ninth Pl., Two Rivers, was born and died Monday in Two Rivers Community Hospital. The infant was the daughter of Francis and Audrey Hodek Resch. Survivors include her parents, five brothers, Allan, David, Ricky, Terry and Jamie and two sisters, Cindy and Sarah at home; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Resch of Manitowoc; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Hodek of Mishicot and maternal great grandmother, Mrs. Anna Bohachek of Mishicot. Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is in charge of arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, December 7, 1977 P. 3
FRANCES REZACH MRS. F. REZASH(sic) PASSES AWAY ON SATURDAY Mrs. Frank Rezash, 52, after several years' illness, passed away at the home, 1509 East street, Saturday afternoon. Burial will be Wednesday morning from St. Luke's church. Mrs. Rezash, nee Francis(sic) Boretsky, was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Boretsky, and was born in the town of Mishicot, January 9, 1878. In her early womanhood she came to this city where 28 years ago she was married to Mr. Rezash, who survives her. Besides her husband she leaves three daughters, Mrs. Sylvia Billington, Milwaukee, Mrs. Leona Marshall, Milwaukee, and Charlotte, at home, and two sons, Victor, of this city, and Daniel Rezash, stationed at Staten Island Coast Guard base. She also leaves a sister, Mrs. Frank Sincoular, of this city and a half-brother, Anton Cloida, of Duluth, Minn. Manitowoc Herald News, March 24, 1930 p.13 ******** Daniel Rezach of the U.S. Coast Guard, stationed at Staten Island, New York, arrived here Fri. on account of the critical condistion of his mother, Mrs. Frank Rezach on East Street. Manitowoc Herald News, Sat., Mar. 22, 1930 page 10
FRANK REZACH Frank Rezach, 88, longtime Two Rivers resident, died shortly before noon Tuesday at Maple Crest Sanatorium, Whitelaw. Funeral service will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Cathlic Church, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Rezach was born May 2, 1881, at Milladore, Wis., a son of the late Thomas and Anna Hallada Rezach. He married the former Frances Bretsky at Tisch Mills Sept. 14, 1902, after which the couple settled at Two Rivers. He had been a carpenter for many years. His wife preceded him in death March 22, 1930. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. William Billington, Mrs. Albert Thiele and Mrs. Woodrow Wilson of Milwaukee; a son, Daniel of Weekawken, N.J., and a sister, Mrs. Mary Blaha of Two Rivers. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday where memorial services will be 7:45 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 7, 1969 P.29 ******* [Frank Thomas Rezach] (02 May 1881/May 1969/SSDI)
HATTIE T. REZACH Hattie T. Rezach, 88, East Krok, died Friday, August 12, 1994 at the Kewaunee Health Care Center. She was born October 4, 1905 at West Kewaunee to the late Frank and Valeria (Koprowski) Knipp. She married Victor F. Rezach. He preceded her in death, September 23, 1958. For many years she did housekeeping for a number of families in Kewaunee. She was a member of Catholic Knights and Rosary Society of Holy Rosary Parish. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Eugene and Vaughn, Milwaukee; Leon and Sandy, Two Rivers; one daughter and son-in-law, Ellie and Cliff Kwasny, DePere; 17 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; one brother, Matt Knipp, Kewaunee. Preceded in death by one daughter, Mary Jane Laskowski; three infant great-grandchildren; three sisters; four brothers. Friends may call after 4 p.m. Sunday at Buchanan Funeral Home, Kewaunee. Rosaries 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Funeral 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Hedwig Church, East Krok with the Rev. Alex Lukasik officiating. Burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Green Bay Press-Gazette, Wis., Saturday, August 13, 1994 pg. 4
LEON E. REZACH Leon E. "Abie" Rezach, age 68, of 3608 Tannery Road, Two Rivers, died on Thursday evening, Nov. 15, 2007, at Aurora BayCare, Green Bay. Leon was born on May 5, 1939, in Two Rivers, son of the late Victor and Hattie (Knipp) Rezach. He served with the U.S. Army. On Feb. 13, 1960, Leon married the former Lucretia "Sandy" Roller at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He enjoyed old cars and was employed for 33 years at the Metalware Company in Two Rivers. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Leon was preceded in death by his parents; one brother: Eugene; one sister: Mary Jane; one niece and two brothers-in-law. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2007, at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. Presiding at the service will be Deacon Ken Coenen. The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, Nov. 19, 2007, from 4 to 7 p.m., and again on Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2007, from 10 to 11 a.m., all at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Special thanks to the ICU at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers; and the ICU at Aurora BayCare, Green Bay. Herald Times Reporter, Nov 17, 2007
VICTOR REZACH Victor Rezach, 54, of Kewaunee, a former Two Rivers resident, died at his home in that city Tuesday night after an illness of several months. He previously had been a patient at Wisconsin General Hospital, Madison. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Buchanan Funeral Home, Kewaunee, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Kewaunee. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rezach was born in Two Rivers Oct. 16, 1903, son of Frank and the late Frances Boretsky Rezach. On Nov. 27, 1929, he married the former Hattie Knipp at Kewaunee. He resided in Two Rivers until 1943 when the family moved to Manitowoc and later to Milwaukee and Kewaunee. Besides his wife and father he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Edward Karolevski of Ellisville, Kewaunee County, and Mrs. Clifford Kwasny of Two Rivers; two sons, Eugene of Milwaukee and Leon of Two River, and nine grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will be recited at 5 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 24, 1958 P.17
ADOLPH J. REZACHEK Adolph J. Rezachek, 69, 1433 North 6th Street, Manitowoc, died late Sunday evening, November 9, 1986 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9 am Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, and 9:30 am at Holy Innocents Catholic church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Leo Schmitt and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rezachek was born August 15, 1917 in the town of Gibson, son of the late Wenzel and Antonia Stangel Rezachek. He married the former Helen Nebel on April 6, 1939 at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Prior to retirement, he was employed at Paragon Electric Company, Two Rivers; the former Heresite Chemical Company of Manitowoc; and served as Custodian at Holy Innocents Church, Manitowoc, for 17 years. Survivors include his wife, Helen; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Roger and Janice, Glen and Rosemary, James and Allan and Lynn, all of Manitowoc; six daughters and four sons-in-law, Mary and Stanley Bajdan, Carol and Bruce Edwards, Susan E. Bajdan, Lynn Brandel, and Karen and Paul Hebel of Manitowoc and Sandy and Donald Kope of Rhinelander; a daughter-in-law, Theresa Rezachek of Two Rivers; a brother and sister-in-law, Joseph and Clara Rezachek of Manitowoc; and 27 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, John, in 1980, two grandsons, Robert Rezacheck in 1985 and Chad Edwards in 1971, two brothers, Adam and Alois and a son-in-law. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 9 pm Tuesday evening where a prayer service will be 7 pm by Deacon Kenneth Nelesen. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Nov. 10, 1986 page 15 ******* (15 Aug 1917 Nov 1986/SSDI)
ALOIS REZACHEK Alois Rezachek, 29, who was taken ill with pneumonia about a week ago, died late Saturday afternoon at the municipal hospital at Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held at the Jansky funeral home Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. and at St. Mark's Catholic church at 9 o'clock. The Rev. Peter Nilles will officiate and interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery. Rezachek was born in the town of Gibson Jan. 14, 1910. For several years he had been employed at Plant One of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company at Two Rivers. He married Miss Mary Ann Gallenberger Aug. 26, 1933 and since 1934 the couple lived in the town of Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Route 2. Survivors are the widow; two daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); and three brothers, Joseph and Adolph of Two Rivers, and Adam. The body was taken to the Jansky funeral home at Two Rivers where it may be viewed until the time of the funeral. The rosary will be said tonight at 8 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, February 20, 1939 P. 2
ANTONETTE REZACHEK TISH MILLS NATIVE DIES Mrs. Anonette(sic) Rezachek To Be Buried Thursday Mrs. Anonette Rezachek, 60, a native of Tisch Mills and a resident of this city for the past 11 years, died in Two Rivers Municipal hospital at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon. She had been in poor health for several months. Funeral ervices will be held Thursday morning at 9 o'clock in St. Luke's Catholic church, with the Rev. Father C.V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery. The remains will be taken to the residence on N. School street Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Beduhn and Goetz funeral home, but can be viewed at the funeral home from 7 to 9 o'clock tonight. Mrs. Rezachek, nee Anonette Stangel, was born in Tisch Mills June 13, 1873. Thirty-five years ago she was married to Wenzel Razachek, who died in this city in 1925. Following many years residence at Tisch Mills the family moved to Gibson where they remained for ten years, coming to this city eleven years ago. Surviving Mrs. Rezachek are four sons, Adolph, Alois, Joseph and Adam, all at home,and three sisters, Mrs. Mary Koska, city; Mrs. Ann Brahm and Mrs. Josephine Trost, both of Milwaukee, and a brother, Joseph Stangel of this city. There are also two grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, October 31, 1933 P. 11
CLARA A. REZACHEK Clara A. Rezachek, age 84, a resident of Hamilton Memorial Home, formerly of 2310 School St, Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon, February 15, 2000 at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 11a.m. Friday, February 18, 2000 at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christain Burial will be Rev. Larry Seidl, burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Clara was born December 12, 1915, in Marinette. Wis, daughter of the late James and Rose Guyette Dassey. On June 15, 1937, she married Joseph Rezachek in Menominee, Mich. He preceeded her in death on June 14, 1991. Clara was a lifetime member of St. Luke Catholic Church. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Charles and Nancy Rezachek, Manitowoc, Cornelius (Neil) and Sandra Rezachek, Two Rivers; eight grandchildren, David Rezachek, Manawa, Ellen (James) Wilhelm, Gary Rezachek, Gene Rezachek, all of Manitowoc, Stephen Rezachek, Wisconsin Dells, Robin (Bob) Lewis, Manitowoc, Tracy Rezachek, Troy (Deana) Rezachek, all of Two Rivers; 10 great grandchildren, Kevin, Tyler, Katelyn Rezachek, Plymouth, James and Jolene Wilhelm, Manitowoc, Justice Rezachek, Manitowoc, Jennifer, Justin, Jaccqueline Johnsrud, Manitowoc, Samantha Rezachek, Two Rivers; one sister-in-law, Joyce Dassey, New Orleans. Clara was also preceeded in death by one son, Robert, three sisters and two brothers. Friends may call at St Luke Catholic Church on Friday from 9-11a.m. There will be no Thursday evening visitation. Klein & Stangel Funeral Homes, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with arrangements Herald Times Reporter, February 17, 2000 p.A2 ******** (12 Dec. 1915/15 Feb. 2000/SSDI)
HELEN REZACHEK Helen C. Rezachek, age 91, a Manitowoc resident, entered into eternal life on Friday, May 6, 2011, at Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center. Helen was born on Oct. 27, 1919, in Two Rivers to the late Adam and Agnes Schmidt Nebel. She attended school at Washington High School in Two Rivers. In 1938, Helen married Adolph Rezachek at the former St. Mark's Catholic Church in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on Nov. 9, 1986. Helen was employed at Paragon Electric and Schwartz Manufacturing in Two Rivers. Helen was an avid gardener, enjoyed crocheting, sewing and being with her faithful dog, Molly and her family. (Survivors names omitted for privacy); 25 grandchildren; three step-grand- children; 43 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; daughter-in- law: (private); her lifelong friend: (private); and other relatives and friends. Helen was preceded in death by her parents: Adam and Agnes Nebel, Sr.; husband: Adolph; one son: John Rezachek; one daughter: Susan Bajdan; three grandchildren: Bob Rezachek, Richard Edwards, and Chad Edwards; one sister: Anne Lasker; and three brothers: Clarence, Adam and George Nebel. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc on Tuesday, May 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. A prayer service will be led by Deacon Paul Kieffer to conclude the visitation at 7 p.m. The visitation will continue on Wednesday at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. The Rev. Gerald Foley will officiate with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Two Rivers. Online condolences can be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com. Helen's family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center and (private) for all of the care and compassion they provided. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials in Helen's name to the Manitowoc Humane Society. Herald Times Reporter May 8, 2011
JOHN A. REZACHEK John A. Rezachek, 38, of 2918 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday, August 20. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rezachek was born July 4, 1942, at Two Rivers, son of Adolph and Helen Nebel Rezachek. He married Theresa Kaczrowski Jan. 20, 1962, at Mishicot. Mr. Rezachek was vice-president of Rex Clean Company and a member of Two Rivers Kiwanis Club. Survivors include his wife, Theresa and three sons, Richard, Robert and Ronald at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Rezachek, four brothers, Roger, Glen, James and Allen and six sisters, Mrs. Stanley (Mary) Bajdan, Mrs. Bruce (Carol) Edwards, Lynn Brandl, Susan Bajdan, Karen Rezachek and Sandy Rezachek all of Manitowoc. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 5 p.m. Friday, where a parish memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, August 21, 1980 P.3 ********* [John Adam Rezachek]
JOSEPH REZACHEK Joseph Rezachek, 83, 2310 School Street, Two Rivers, died Friday morning at his residence. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday, June 17, St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David Beaudry officiating and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born in the town of Gibson, October 7, 1907, of the late Wencel and Antonie Stangel Rezachek. He married Clara A. Dassey on June 5, 1937, in Menominee, Mich. He worked at Mirro for 49 years, retiring in 1966. He then worked for the city of Two Rivers Parks and Recreation Departments for about 6 years. Survivors include his wife, Clara; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Charles and Nancy Rezachek of Manitowoc, Cornelius and Sandra Rezachek of Two Rivers, Robert Rezachek of Chicago; also surviving are 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. Sunday evening. Parish memorial will be at 7 p.m. Sunday. Herald Times Reporter, June 16, 1991 P. B14 ********* (7 Oct. 1907/14 June 1991)
ROBERT D. REZACHEK (d. 1985) Robert D. Rezachek, 21, of 2918 Monroe Street, Two Rivers, died Sunday evening, January 6, in Two Rivers as a result of a car accident. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rezachek was born April 8, 1963, at Two Rivers, son of Theresa Koczrowski Rezachek and the late John A. Rezachek. Mr. Rezachek was a mechanic for Firestone Company in Manitowoc. He attended Washington High School in Two Rivers and graduated from Butcher's School in Fenimore, Wisconsin. Survivors include his mother, Theresa Rezachek of Two Rivers; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Richard and Ellen Rezachek of Manitowoc and Ronald Rezachek of Fort Hood, Texas; his maternal grandparents, Lawrence and Adaline Koczrowski of Two Rivers; his paternal grandparents, Adolph and Helen Rezachek of Manitowoc, a niece, uncles, aunts, and other relatives also survived. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday evening. A memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, January 7, 1985 P. 3
ROBERT J. REZACHEK (d. 1994) Robert J. Rezachek, age 50, Chicago, Ill. died Monday, February 8, 1994, unexpectedly. Cremation will have taken place with a private family service to follow. He was born June 26, 1943, in Two Rivers, son of Clara Rezachek and the late Joseph Rezachek. He graducated from Washington High School with the class of 1960. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Green Bay in accounting. He served four years in the Navy. In recent years he was a self-employed accountant. Survivors include his mother, Clara A. Rezachek, Two Rivers, two brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles and Nancy Rezachek, Manitowoc, Neal and Sandra Rezachek, Two Rivers; eight nieces and nephews and nine great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Joseph. Herald Times Reporter, February 11, 1994 P. A2
WENZEL REZACHEK W. REZACHEK DIES AFTER BRIEF ILLNESS Former Mishicot Man is Victim of Pneumonia Sunday (By Staff Correspondent) TWO RIVERS, May 25-Wenzel Rezachek died at the family home yesterday morning after an illness of but four days. Mr. Rezachek enjoyed the best of health until last Wednesday when he became ill with an attack of pneumonia. The deceased was born in Kewaunee county fifty-four years ago and for many years operated a farm near Mishicot. He moved to this city two years ago and was employed at Plant 4 of the Aluminum Co. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning with services at the Two Rivers Catholic church and interment will be in that city. Besides his wife, four sons, Adolph, Alois, Joseph and Adam, all of this city, three sisters, Mrs. Mary Ledvina of Kewaunee and two sisters at Wausaukee survive. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, May 25, 1925 P. 7 ********* (Wenzel Rezachek/husband of Antonia/d. 24 May 1925/Age 54 years/from St. Lukes Annual 1925)
FLORENCE REZASH Mrs. Florence Rezash, 84, of 2122 Roosevelt Ave., Two Rivers, widow of Joseph Rezash, former city councilman and general contractor, died Tuesday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels and at 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rezash, nee Florence Rumpf, was born Nov. 4, 1888, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Joseph and Helen Kaufman Rumpf. She was married in 1925 at Milwaukee to Joseph Rezash, who was engaged in general contracting in that city. Her husband died at Two Rivers in 1967. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Charles (Violet) Buenzow, of Two Rivers; a son, Roger, of Two Rivers; a brother, John, of Oconto Falls, 14 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. A son and daughter preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday where memorial services will be at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 6, 1972 ******** (05 Nov 1888/Dec 1972/SSDI)
JOSEPH REZASH Joseph O. Rezash, 82, of 2122 Roosevelt Ave., Two Rivers, retired general contractor who built scores of commercial and institutional buildings in the Milwaukee and Fox River Valley areas and erected the Koenig Elementary School on the city's south side, died early Monday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. He had been ill one week Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 11 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, the Rev. R. Thomas Peeters officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Rezash was born Oct. 22, 1885 at Milladore, Wis., a son of the late Thomas and Anna Hallada Rezash. He attended the district school at Milladore. As a youth he entered the construction field and was one of the early concrete sidewalk builders in the Milwaukee area. Later he entered the general construction field with headquarters in Milwaukee's Bay View area. After 10 years he moved to Green Bay. Here he expanded his construction business, erecting such buildings as the Orpheum Theater in that city, the Brin Theater at Menasha, additions to the old Oshkosh Normal School, and a number of schools and churches throughout northeastern Wisconsin. About 35 years ago he moved to Two Rivers and later built the Koenig School and the original Atlantic and Pacific Store on Washington Street, now Harlow's Market. In the 1930s he served as a member of the Two Rivers City Council. He was a member of Mother of Hope Council. No. 1957, Knights of Columbus, and St. Mark Holy Name Society. Surviving are his wife, the former Florence Rumpf, whom he married in 1905 at Milwaukee; a daughter, Mrs. Charles Buenzow of Two Rivers; a son Roger of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Frank Blaha of Two Rivers; a brother, Frank of Rosencrans, 14 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. A daughter and son preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral chapels where memorial services will be conducted by the Knights of Columbus and for the family at 8 o'clock this Tuesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 21, 1967 P.5 ******** [Joseph Otto Rezash] (22 Oct 1885/Nov 1967/SSDI)
LAWRENCE REZASH Funeral services for Lawrence Rezash, 60, of 1832 Smith St., Green Bay, brick-layer foreman and son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Rezash, of Two Rivers, who died Sunday morning in a Green Bay hospital, will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Green Bay, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. Peter Skell officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. A resident of Green Bay for many years, Mr. Rezash married the former Lorna Mae Schaefer there 38 years ago. Besides his wife and parents, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Kenneth Glinski, of Green Bay; four sons, the Rev. Robert H. of Latrobe, Pa., the Rev. Lawrence J., of Hinsdale, Ill, Rodney R., of Green Bay and Joseph R., of Alexandria, Va.; a brother, Roger and a sister, Mrs. Charles Buenzow, of Two Rivers. Friends may call at Maclore Funeral Home, Green Bay, where the Rosary will be recited at 8 o'clock this Tuesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 4, 1967 P.5
LORNA MAE REZASH Lorna Mae Rezash, 94, Green Bay, died late Monday afternoon, Feb. 4, 2002, at a local nursing home. Born in the Town of Troy, Wis., on March 29, 1907, she is in the daughter of the late Henry and lmarene (Davis) Schaefer. Lorna graduated from Baraboo High Schol and received her Bachelor Degree from the School of Education- University of Wisconsin. She married Lawrence Rezash in 1929 at the Wesley Foundation Chapel in Madison and he preceded her in death in 1967. Lorna's first passion was raising her five children. She was an active member of First United Church of Christ and the Women's Fellowship. Lorna was a life-long Packer-backer. She is survived by five children and their spouses, Rev. Lawrence and Clarabelle Rezash, Centerville, Ohio; Rev. Robert and Anita Rezash, Pleasnt Hill, Tenn.; Rodney Rezash, Susan and Ken Glinski, Greenfield, Wis.; Joseph and Gretchen Rezash, New Market, Md.; one daughter-in-law, Jean Schlidt, Milwaukee; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; many Rezash and Schaefer relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 38 years, Lawrence; eight brothers and sisters. A memorial service will be held at the Schaefer Family Reunion in Chicago on July 13, 2002. MALCORE Funeral Home (432-5579) is serving the family. Memorials in Lorna's name may be directed to First United Church of Christ or the Alzheimer association. Lorn'a family extends a special thank you to Ione Leemon, Lorna's next-door neighbor, for her years of loving care; Parkview Manor staff for their devoted service and care; the members of her church family who provided her transportation and fellowship. Green Bay Press, Gazette, February 6, 2002 P. B4
MURIEL REZASH Two Rivers - Muriel Y. Rezash, 89, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 13, 2019, at Carolina Assisted Living, Appleton. She was born in Newberry, MI, on November 22, 1929, the daughter of George and Victoria (Hanson) Smith. Victoria passed away and George married Peggy Hanna. Muriel graduated from Sturgeon Bay High School, the Class of 1947. Her father was Captain of the Coast Guard, and this is where she developed her love of the beach. Muriel married Roger Rezash on September 16, 1950, and he preceded her in death. She was known as fun and energetic with ceaseless energy, very giving, and loving to many people including her friends. Her favorite games with her grand kids include: Hide the Thimble and Rum a Dum Dowdy, usually while sitting on the floor. Granny will be forever remembered and lovingly missed by her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren. Muriel is survived by her 6 children: Rachael (Bill) Granger, Marlene (Bob) Pomerleau, Roger (Pam) Rezash, Rae (Rick) Stoffel, Brian (Sally) Rezash, and Randy (Sheri Fabian) Rezash; 17 grandchildren: Roxanne Taylor, Jeremiah Granger, Robbie, Justin, Travis, Zach, and Andrea Marshall, Jason and Lisa Rezash, Beth Cygan, Phil Stoffel, Lindsey Golackson, Natalie Gremore, Cassi, Brandon, Aaron, and Marlon Rezash; many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; a sister: Bette Fill; a brother: Bill (Karen) Smith; a brother-in-law: Richard Meamber; other relatives and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, Muriel was further preceded in death by 2 sisters: Arlene (Jack) Hudson and Jeanne Meamber; a brother-in-law: Ed Fill; and a grandson: Jacob Stoffel. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, on Friday, July 19, 2019, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3201 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers, with Fr. David Pleier officiating. Inurnment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Visitation will be Friday at the church from 10:00 am until the time of the Mass. If desired, friends may make memorial contributions to Carolina Assisted Living, 3201 W. 1st Ave., Appleton, WI 54914. Muriel's family would like to express their gratitude to Carolina Assisted Living of Appleton, that more than cared for her but also welcomed her and loved her as family; and also to Ascension Hospice for their love, attention, and care. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., July 14y, 2019
ROGER J. REZASH Roger Rezash, 64, of 2820 37th Street, Two Rivers, died Monday evening, October 27, 1986 at his residence. Family services will be 10 am Thursday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rezash was born September 9, 1922 at Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph and Florence Rumpf Rezash. He attended St. Mark School and Washington High School. He married the former Muriel Smith on September 16, 1950 at Two Rivers. Mr. Rezash was a veteran of World War II, serving with the United States Army. Mr. Rezash was employed as a brick layer by the Brick Layers and Masons Union. He was a member of the Two Rivers Pigeon Flying club, Brick Layers Union and Holy Redeemer Parish. Survivors include his wife, Muriel; three sons and a daughter-in-law, Roger and Pamela and Brian and Randall, all of Two Rivers; three daughters, Rachael Granger of California, Marlene Marshall of maine and Rae Stoffel of Appleton; a sister, Mrs. Charles Buenzow of Two Rivers; and 13 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 7 pm Wednesday evening where a memorial service will be at 6 pm. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Society. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Oct. 28, 1986 page 14
CELIA M. REZEK Mrs. Celia M. Rezek, 63, of 2219A Jefferson St., Two Rivers, formerly of 4433 S. 72nd St., Milwaukee, died Monday at St. Luke Hospital, Milwaukee. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am Thursday at Bruskiewicz Forest Lane Chapels, 5355 W. Forest Home Ave., and at 10 am at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Milwaukee. Burial will be at 1 pm Thursday at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rezek, nee Celia Kanaugh was born March 10, 1902 at Pulaski, daughter of the late Peter and Elizabeth Grohl Kanugh. She was married about 46 years ago at Pulaski to Otto Rezek. Several years later the family moved to Two Rivers and for the past 35 years resided at Milwaukee. Her husband preceded her in death at Milwaukee five years ago. For the past seven months she had been residing at Two Rivers. She was a member of St. Luke Parish at Two Rivers. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Barrett, of Port Arthur, Ontario, Canada and Mrs. Dorothy Sierakowicz of Milwaukee; a son, Terrence Rezek of Lancaster, Calif.; a twin sister, Mrs. Frank (Elizabeth) Rady and Mrs. R.J. (Marie) Bohne of Two Rivers; four brothers, Joseph of Two Rivers, Adam of Greenleaf; Edward of Pulaski and John and Frank of Milwaukee and three grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 4 pm Wednesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., March 1, 1966 page M11
ALICE E. RICHARD Alice E. (Andrews) Richard, age 79, passed away on December 5, 2012 at the Hamilton Care Center in Two Rivers, while being cared for by Hospice for lung cancer. Alice was born on March 16, 1933 to Mary Benedict and Earl Andrews in Wabeno, WI., along with her twin brother, Albert. She was raised with her siblings on a small farm in Mountain, WI by her father and grandparents. In 1955 she met Larry "Bebe" Richard and they were married on May 29, 1956, relocating to Anchorage, Alaska, where Larry was stationed in the U.S. Army and their first sons, Joseph and Larry were born. In 1959 they returned to Two Rivers and settled on the east side where they raised three additional children, Albert, JoAnna and Cindy. Alice worked many years at Paragon Electric serving as a union officier and as IBEW Local 1512's first woman President. Through her union she also attended the UW school for workers, served as a member of the local United Way Board and as an officer in the Federation of Labor. Alice was also a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary for many years. Having missed the opportunity to finish high school, Alice completed her GED in 1985, demonstrating to her children, the importance of education and that one never stops learning. She was a loving mother who served as a strong role model, wonderful story teller, poetry reader and always with the most beautiful smile. She shared with us her deep faith in God and taught us how to live with grace and dignity. In 1954, she made the difficult decision to place her baby girl up for adoption. Her prayers were answered this June when Alice was reunited with her daughter, Paula. She was blessed with the knowledge that her decision and sacrifice was the best thing for her daughter and that she was raised in a loving family. The perfectly timed reunion gave our mom great energy and strength, providing her peace and comfort. However, the blessing was a greater gift to her children who now have an older sister for which to share their joys and sorrows and family love. In August she was also graced with her first great granddaughter, Kaila Mroz. Alice is survived by her five children, Paula Byars Rehr (William), Lawrence Richard Jr., (Sherry), Albert Richard (Cyndi), JoAnna Richard (Paul Nelson) and Cindy Richard (Jen Kreisa). She is also survived by her 11 grandchildren; her brothers, Dexter (Shirley) Andrews and Albert Andrews, her sisters-in-law, Marie Klein, Louise (Ed) Skarban, Chris (Marc) Johnson and brother-in-law, Harry Lee McFall. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry; son, Joseph; sister, Ruth Braun; sisters-in-law, Frances McFall and Gina Andrews and brother-in-law, Ivan Klein. A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 am Monday, December 17 2012 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church in Two Riers. Officiating at the Mass will be Rev. Dick Mauthe. The family will greet relatives from 9:00 until 10:45 am on Monday, December 17, 2012 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Memorials may be made in Alice's name to the American Cancer Society, St. Jude Children's Hospital or the United Way. The Klein and Stangel and All- Care Cremation center, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to thank Dr. Barylak for the many years of care, the staff at Hamilton Care Center and Aurora Hospice. We also especially thank Shirley Andrews and Marie Klein for their wonderful spiritual care of our mother, delivering communion and offering sisterly love. We also deeply appreciated the care, visits and laughter that our cousin Sharon Suettinger provided to all of us, especially our Mom., who deeply loved her little "Iodine". The family also appreciates the many visits by relatives, nieces and nephews who provided many touching moments of love. Manitowoc Herald Times, Dec. 14, 2012
JOSEPH J. RICHARD (d. 1960) Joseph J. (Beebe) Richard, 63, (photo) of 1806-21st St., Two Rivers, past commander of Eleven Gold Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars, of Two Rivers and long active in service organizations, died at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where he had been a patient since Saturday. Mr. Richard became afflicted with a heart condition at his home Saturday afternoon and was removed to the hospital. Military funeral services, with both VFW and American Legion posts of Two Rivers participating, will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. with a solemn requiem high Mass at St. Luke Catholic Church. Celebrant will be the Rev. Bernard Geimer, an assistant pastor at St. Luke. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr.Richard was born at Coleman, Marinette County, Sept. 10, 1898, son of the late Edmund and Azarine Brault Richard. When he was a child the family brought him to Niagara, Wis., where he attended the Parochial elementary school and Niagara High School. On April 4, 1918, Mr. Richard entered the service in World War I, serving in the Army in France and Germany. Discharged Feb. 21, 1919, he moved to Manitowoc where he was an employe of the Manitowoc Ship Building Inc., for a year. He married the former Wilhelmina Gauthier at Green Bay May 21, 1919, after which the couple settled at Two Rivers. Mr. Richard was an employe of Plant No. 1 of Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers, for more than 40 years, where he had been serving for most of the period as a machinist. He was a charter member of Eleven Gold Star Post, which earlier in the month honored him with a life membership in the organization, which for the past six months he had been the clubhouse manager. Active in baseball since boyhood, Mr. Richard managed the first American Legion Junior Baseball club in Two Rivers, which in its first year became one of the leaders in the activity in Wisconsin. A long-time member also of the Robert E. Burns Post 155, American Legion, he was made commander of the Two Rivers VFW post more than 25 years ago. He was also a member of the Mirro 25-Year Club, the Old Timers Baseball Assn., Holy Name Society of St. Luke parish and the Two Rivers Council No. 1957, Knights of Columbus of Two Rivers. Besides his wife he leaves five daughters, Mrs. Ivan Klein of Manitowoc, Mrs. Harry McFall of Green Bay, Mrs. John Carroll of Iron Mountain, Mich., Mrs. Warren Habermann of Fond du Lac and Mrs. Dexter Andrews of South Milwaukee, a son, Lawrence of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Celia Fieming and Mrs. Louis Lajunesse of Kenosha and Mrs. Amelia Venne of Deer River, Minn.; a brother Marcel of Norway, Mich., and 24 grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 2 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary for the family will be recited at 8 p.m. and for the Holy Name Society and the Knights of Columbus at 7:15 p.m. Members of the Eleven Gold Star Post, will pay their repsects at the funeral home at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 28, 1960 P.11
JOSEPH MARK RICHARD (d. 1970) Funeral services for Joseph Mark Richards(sic), 13, of 1811 Lincoln St., will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 11 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Joseph Richards was born at Anchorage, Alaska, March 28, 1957, a son of Lawrence and Alice Andrews Richards. He was a child when the family brought him to Two Rivers. He was a student in the seventh grade at St. Luke Parochial school. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 4 p.m. Wednesday where memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 9, 1970
LARRY "BEBE" RICHARD SR. Larry "BeBe" Richard, Sr., age 80, of 2704 Washington Blvd., Two Rivers, died on Sunday, April 3, 2011, at Hamilton Care Center, Two Rivers. Affectionately known to many as "BeBe", he was born at home on July 25, 1930, to Wilhelmina (Gauthier) and Joseph Richard, the only boy surrounded by five adoring sisters. He attended St. Luke's Catholic School and Two Rivers Washington High School, graduating in 1949, sharing his special gift of art with the yearbook and newspaper staff and proudly bragging that he started as the 140 pound center on the undefeated football team. After high school he joined the Salvatorian Order of Brothers in Saint Nazianz Abby and was known as "Brother Pierre". He spent four years in faith formation and shared his artistic gifts painting murals and gold leafing many of the mission properties and churches. He joined the U.S. Army in 1955, where he trained at Fort Ben Harrions, Ind., as a postal clerk and was subsequently assigned to Fort Lewis, Wash. He married Alice Andrews in 1956, and move to Alaska for his tour of duty at Fort Richardson. In Alaska, his two sons (private) were born. After completing his service the Richard's moved back to Two Rivers, settling in on the Eastside where the rest of ther children (private) were born. BeBe worked as a painter/decorator for local construction companies, notably Kumbaleks and Kitzlers. In 1971, he joined the city of Two Rivers Water and Light Department as a plant operator and the AFSCME Union where he served as President of Local 76. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 1957 of Two Rivers. Bebe loved his French heritage, family, art, friends, Catholic faith, the Democratic Party, his union and Two Rivers. He had the ability to converse with anyone he met. No one was a stranger to BeBe; they were friends whose names he just didn't know yet. BeBe loved having his family around him and looked forward with great anticipation each year to the Richard Family Reunion. For the past 32 years the Richard's would gather the last weekend of July for three days of conversation, laughter, great food and plenty of card playing and most of all love. BeBe was always a central figure whether telling animated stories, roasting the corn or "Betting a buck". He was very giving of his time and talent to the community, teaching art to young students, coaching youth football, and as a Cub Scout Leader. He is survived by his wife of 55 years: Alice; his children: Larry Jr. (Cheryl) Richard, Albert (Cyndi) Richard, JoAnna (Paul Nelson) Richard, Cindy Richard; and “adopted†daughter: Sandy (George Micke) (nee Marcelle); his seven grandchildren: Angela (Randy) Holman, Andy Nelson, Eddie Nelson, Christie Richard, Lawrence Richard III, Julianna Richard and Joseph Richard. He is additionally survived by his sisters: Marie Klein, Lou (Ed) Skarban, Winnie (Marc) Johnson and Shirley (Dexter) Andrews; brothers-in-law: Albert Andres and Harry McFall; and many special nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son: Joseph; sisters: Margaret (infant), and Frances; and special brother- in-law: Ivan Klein. The family wishes to thank the nurses, technicians and staff of the Hamilton Memorial Home for their caring love and compassion. To them BeBe was both a patient and a friend. We wish to thank Dr. Barylak for his years of exceptional care which kept BeBe as comfortable as possible, giving us precious extra time with him. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 7, 2011, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Tom Reynebeau with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Graveside military honors will be accorded by members of V.F.W. Post 1248 and American Legion Post 165 of Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, on Wednesday night from 6 to 9 p.m. a prayer service, led by Sr. Patricia Touhey, will be held at 8 p.m. There will be no public visitation held on Thursday morning. Memorials can be made to the Two Rivers Ecumenical Pantry (TREP). Herald Times Reporter, April 5, 2011
WILHELMINA RICHARD WAIER Wilhelmina (Willie) Richard Waier, age 91, of 1917 32 St., Two Rivers, died Monday evening at the Hamilton Memorial Home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday October 1, 1992 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith officiating. Burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Willie was born March 29, 1901, in Coleman, Wis. Daughter of the late Julius and Delia Brault Gauthier. She attended grade school in Green Bay. On May 21, 1919 she was married to Joseph Richard at Green Bay. He preceded her in death September 27, 1960. On June 24, 1967 she was married to Ben Waier. He preceded her in death March 23, 1964. She was a member of the VFW Auxilliary (sic), past vice-president of St. Lukes Ladies Society and past president of the American Legion Auxilliary (sic). Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Lawrence and Alice Richarrd (sic), Two Rivers. One step-son Robert and Jo Ann Waier, Janesville. Five daughters, Marie and Ivan Klein, Two Rivers, Francis Mc Fall, Green Bay, Lucille of Skarband, Oconto Falls, Winnie Johnson, Kauai, Hawaii, Shirley Andrus, Kokomo, Ind. One sister, Laura Rothe of Green Bay, 34 grandchildren, 62 great grandchildren, four step-great grandchildren and three great great grand children. She was preceded in death by one daughter, three grandchildren, one sister, and one brother. Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers from 5 until 8 p.m. Wednesday. The VFW Auxilliary (sic) will hold a memorial service at 6:30 p.m. followed by a parish prayer service at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, September 29, 1992 P. A2 ******** (Wilhelmina Waier/29 Mar 1901/28 Sep 1992/SSDI)
FRED ALLEN RICHARDS Fred A. Richards, 72, of 2813 11th St., Two Rivers, died Saturday evening, March 18, 2006, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 22, 2006, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Wm. G. O'Brien, with full military graveside rites to be accorded immediately following the mass. Burial of his cremated remains to take place at a later date. Fred was born February 24, 1934, in Houghton, a son of the late Harold and Nora (Ranta) Richards. He attended schools in Houghton, graduating from Houghton High School with the Class of 1952. Fred served his country during the Korean Conflict as a member of the U.S. Air Force from 1953 to 1957. He married the former Marie Poggione on May 10, 1958, in Hancock. Fred was employed with Hamilton Industries for many years as a shipping supervisor. He was a former member of the Hamilton Goodfellows Group, Two Rivers Elks Lodge 1380 and served as past president of St. Mark's Church Council. He also enjoyed playing cribbage, playing pool, bowling and fishing. Survivors include his wife, Marie; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Joseph and Caroll Richards of Durant, Okla., Brian Richards of Barnsville, Ga., Randy and Cathy Richards of Two Rivers; one daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Frank Butler of Savannah, Ga.; five grandchildren, Jesse and Rachel Richards, Kendra Butler, Madison and Brady Richards; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Donald (Lorraine) Richards of Dollar Bay, twin brother, Paul Richards of Marquette and James (Trudy) Richards of Crawfordsville, Ind.; a sister, Barbara Barrett of Ventura, Calif. He is further survived by his mother-in-law, Minnie Poggione of Hancock; two brothers-in-law, Peter (Pat) Poggione of Hancock, Joseph (Peggy) Poggione of Portage, Mich.; three sisters-in-law, Dolores (Bill) Romano of Ironwood, Celeste Gemignani of Hancock, Loretta Poggione of Tucson, Ariz.; an aunt, Bertha Strutz of Two Creeks; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Harold Richards; a sister, Eleanor Panghorn; a brother-in-law, Rudy Gemignani; and his father-in-law, Pete Poggione. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church after 9:30 a.m. Wednesday until the time of mass at 11 a.m. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. The Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, March 2006
BEATRICE RICHARDSON RICHARDSON - Beatrice Richardson, devoted daughter of Frances and the late Arthur. Funeral Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. at chapel, 5218 S. Kedzie avenue. Interment Evergreen. Prospect 6-3810. Chicago Tribune, Chicago, Ill., Sunday, September 28, 1952 pg. 84
FRANCES RICHARDSON Mrs. Frances Richardson, 94, formerly of 2702 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, died Friday night at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, where she had resided for the past two years. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. The Rev. John Mueller will officiate and burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Richardson was born Aug. 24, 1868, in Bohemia, daughter of John and Barbara Karas Dushek. When she was six years old she came to Two Rivers with her parents. Following her marriage to the late Arthur Richardson, the couple resided at Chicago. Mrs. Richardson returned to Two Rivers 15 years ago following her husband's death. Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Zachek, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Anna Kakes, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, and a brother, Joseph Dushek, of Two Rivers. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 10, 1962 P.3
ANDRIENNE H. RICHMOND Andrienne H. Richmond, formerly of 1718 Emmet St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon, April 21, 1992, at the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Msgr. Alfred Schneider officiating. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. She was born March 8, 1902 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Charles L. and Harriet LaFond Gauthier. She married Irving A. Richmond on November 15, 1922 at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death April 27, 1976. She was a member of the Ladies of St. Luke's and the Two Rivers Senior Citizens. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Howard and Winifred Richmond of Pensacola, Fla., Claude and Rosemary Richmond of Two Rivers, Paul and Betty Richmond of Fond du La; two sisters, Tressie Henfer of Two Rivers, and Nora Manthey of Manitowoc; 16 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by three brothers and four sisters. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. Thursday. There will be a prayer service at 7 p.m. Thursday. Herald Times Reporter, April 27, 1992 P. B10
ERVING A. RICHMOND Erving Richmond, 77, of 1718 Emmet St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Richmond was born Oct. 25, 1898 at Tisch Mills, son of the late George and Katherine Neuman Richmond. He married Andrienne Gauthier Nov. 16, 1922, at St. Luke Church. He had been employed at Mirro Aluminm Co. for 48 years, retiring in 1964. He was a member of St. Joseph Society, Men of St. Luke and two Rivers Senior Citizens. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Howard, of Pensacola, Fla., Claude, of Two Rivers and Paul, of Fond du Lac; five sisters, Mrs. Rose De Foe and Mrs. Gladys Schaus, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Agnes Pries, Mrs. Lucille Niquette and Mrs. Bernice Schaus, of Two Rivers; 16 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Three brothers, a sister and a grandson preceded him in death. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. Thursday, where members of Senior Citizens will meet for a service at 6 p.m. and a memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, April 28, 1976 P.21 ******** (25 Oct 1898/Apr 1976/SSDI)
GEORGE R. RICHMOND George R. Richmond, 69, of 1515-21st St., Two Rivers, retired longtime sheet metal worker at the Suettinger Sheet Metal, Two Rivers, died early Friday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Richmond was born at Tisch Mills Jan. 30, 1902, a son of the late George and Catherine Neuman Rief Richmond. When he was a child the family brought him to Two Rivers. He was a member of the former Troop C, 105th Calvalry, Wisconsin National Guard at Two Rivers. He married the former Leona Van Rite at DePere May 30, 1941, after which the couple took up residence at Two Rivers. Besides his wife he leaves two daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); six sisters, Mrs. Rose DeFoe, Mrs. Lydia Savage, Mrs. Agnes Pries, Mrs. Lucille Braun and Mrs. Robert Schaus of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Paul Schaus of Manitowoc; a brother, Irving of Two Rivers. A son, brother and grandchild preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Monday where memorial services will be at 7:45 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 2, 1971 ******* (31 Jan 1902/Apr 1971/SSDI)
JAMES E. RICHMOND Funeral services for James Edward, eight-day-old son of Howard and Winfred Le Mere Richmond, of 8105 Adams St., Two Rivers, who died late Saturday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital were held at 2 p.m. at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Besides his parents, he leaves two sisters, Virginia and Lill?, and a brother, Victor, at home; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Fred Le Mere, and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Erving Richmond of Two Rivers. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 10, 1956 P.22 ******** [James Edward Richmond]
JUDY RICHMOND Judy A. Richmond, age 66, of 2702 - 32nd St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday night, June 14, 2011 at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Judy was born January 8, 1945 in Two Rivers, a daughter of Josephine (Wisniewski) Zuehl and the late Harlan Zuehl. She was a 1963 graduate of Washington High School in Two Rivers, and married Dennis Richmond on July 6th of 1963. Judy was an immaculate home decorator; she loved her flowers, gardening, and working around her home; and cherished the time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Dennis Richmond; one daughter & son-in-law, Kirsten and Mitch Leibovitz, and one son & daughter-in-law, Jeff and DesNeiges Richmond, all of Naperville, Ill; four grandchildren, Rachel & Kelly Leibovitz and Madison & Ethan Richmond; her mother, Josephine Zuehl of Two Rivers; and a special cousin, Lori (Gary) Coenen of Two Rivers. She is further survived by brother-in-laws & sister-in-laws: Ivor Richmond, Joyce Fogeltanz and Keith Richmond, all of Two Rivers; Darrell (Barbara) Richmond, Michigan; Gail (Larry) DuVall, Washington; and Jan (Jane) Richmond of Sheboygan; and her special companion, "Harley". In addition to her father, Harlan, she was preceded in death by one sister, Patricia. Private family services were held on Thursday, June 16, officiated by the Rev. Jeff Uhler. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers assisted the Richmond family. Herald Times Reporter, June 2011
LEONA L. RICHMOND Leona L. Richmond, age 88, of 2401 Polk St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Wednesday afternoon, April 29, 1998, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 1998, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Larry Seidl. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. She was born August 7, 1909, in Bellevue, Wis., daughter of the late Frank and Catherine Leithart VanRite. On May 30, 1941, she married George R. Richmond at St. Mary's Catholic Church, DePere. He preceded her in death April 2, 1971. Leona was employed at St. Luke Church and School as a custodian for a number of years, until her retirement. She was a member of St. Luke parish and St. Luke Ladies' Society. Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law, Betty and Richard A. Messman, and Carol Huempfner, all of two Rivers; four grandchildren, Todd (Beth) Messman, Tracy (Jon) Newberg, Cassie Messman, and Angie Huempfner, all of Two Rivers; two great-grandchildren, Kaylee and Brian Messman; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Ceil Moore, Bellevue, and Lillamae (Earl) VanBeek, Green Bay; five brothers and sisters-in-law, Ervin (Florence) VanRite, Howard (Sophia) VanRite, Lloyd (Millie) VanRite, all of Green Bay, and Marvin (Dorothy) VanRite, and Francis (Ruth) VanRite, all of Bellevue; one sister- in-law, Marcella VanRite, Green Bay; and a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by an infant son; one infant grandson, Troy Messman; and by two brothers, Norbert and Clarence VanRite. Friends may call at St. Luke Catholic Church after 5 p.m. on Friday until the time of the Funeral Mass at 7 p.m. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, April 30, 1998 P. 2 ******** (07 Aug 1909/29 Apr 1998/SSDI)
WINIFRED RICHMOND Winifred Richmond, age 70, died Tuesday, September 5, 1995, at her home in Pensacola, Fla. Christian Science Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 9, 1995, at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home. William F. Mueller will be the reader. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Winnie was born April 23, 1925, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Joseph (Fred) and Mathilda Schwake LeMere. She was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers, class of 1944. Winnie was employed for several years at the S.S. Kresge Store in Two Rivers. On February 4, 1952, she married Howard Richmond. The couple moved to Pensacola, Fla., in 1953. Winnie was a member of the Church of Christ Scientist, the P.T.A. and a Girl Scout leader. Her hobbies included genealogy, handicrafts and sewing. Survivors include her husband, Howard; two daughters and a son-in-law, Virginia Richmond, Lili and Emmette Gulsby; one son, Victor Richmond; three grandchildren, April Grimes, Timothy Vaughn, Savannah Hane; a great grandson, Austin Grimes, all of Pensacola, Fla. She is further survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Kathryn and Kenneth Notz, Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, Rose LeMere, Waukesha; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Roland and Elsworth LeMere, and an infant son, James. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Friday, September 8, 1995, at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Lakeshore Family Hospice or the American Cancer Society. Herald Times Reporter, September 7, 1995 P. A2
ADOLPH T. RIHA Adolph Riha, age 77, of 1310 Madison St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon, January 12, 1993, at his residence. Funeral Services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, the Rev. Greg Smith will officiate with burial to follow in the Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born September 26, 1915, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Frank and Mary Moss Riha. He attended the District School. On February 15, 1947, he married the former Helen Staab in Two Rivers. He was employed at the Two Rivers Beverage Company and prior to his retirement at the Paragon Electric Company. Survivors include his wife; a daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Gerald Wilson, Two Rivers. He was preceded in death by a daughter and two grandchildren. Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels after 1 p.m. Thursday until the time of services. Herald Times Reporter, January 13, 1993 P. A2 ******* Funeral Services for Adolph Riha, age 77, of 1310 Madison St., Two Rivers, who died Tuesday afternoon, January 12, 1993, at his residence, were held at 3 p.m., this Thursday at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, the Rev. Greg Smith officiated and burial followed at the Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Additional survivors include two brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law, Robert and Sally Staab, Laddie Kreshek, Two Rivers; two sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Maybelle and Ray Ploeckelman, Cleveland, Rose Marie and Mike Bodart, Two Rivers; two grandchildren, Paula and Jeremy; special friends, Gary and Sharon Stryhn, Manitowoc; a mother-in-law, Florence Staab, Two Rivers. A number of neices (sic) and nephews also survived. Herald Times Reporter, January 14, 1993 P. A2
CHUCK RIHA Chuck Riha, 17, of 2108 County Trunk Highway VV, Two Rivers, died Sunday morning, October 28, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 10 am Wednesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Chuck was born March 17, 1968 at Two Rivers, son of John and Marie Gretz Riha. He was a senior at Washington High School, Two Rivers. Chuck was a member and co-captain of the Washington High School Football team, a member of the Wrestling Team and a Shot Putter for the Track team. Survivors include his parents; a sister, Mary Riha of Two Rivers; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Joseph and Robin of Two Rivers and Michael and Janie of Great Falls, Montana; maternal grandmother, Emma Gretz of Rt. 1, Whitelaw; paternal grandfather, Raymond Riha of Two Rivers and three nephews. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Two Rivers, 5 pm to 9 pm Tuesday evening where a parish memorial service will be at 7 pm. Memorials may be made to the Washington High School Weight Room Fund. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Oct. 28, 1985 page 3
ELEANOR M. RIHA Mrs. Eleanore (sic) Riha, 69, of 1406 Glenwood St., Two Rivers, died early Wednesday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital after having been a resident in the Extended Care Unit for several years. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, the Rev. R. Thomas Peeters officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Riha, nee Eleanore Beitzel, was born Feb. 22, 1899, at Two Rivers, a daughter of the late John and Monica Berger Beitzel. Until her marriage Sept. 18, 1948, to Frank Riha in Two Rivers, she was employed in the Mirro Aluminum Co. Shipping Dept. for many years. Her husband died at Two Rivers Nov. 21, 1963. She was a member of the Women's Catholic Order of Foresters, Golden Agers and the Mirro 25-Year Club. Surviving are a brother, Joseph J. Beitzel of Two Rivers; a stepdaughter, Mrs. William Petska, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, three nieces and a nephew, and one step grand daughter. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday where memorial services will be at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 7, 1968 P.20
FRANK A. RIHA Frank A. Riha, 67, of 1416 Glenwood St., Two Rivers, an overseas veteran of World War I, and a former tavern operator at Mishicot and Two Rivers, died shortly before noon Thursday at U.S. Veterans Administration Hospital, Wood, Wis. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. George Beth officiating. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Riha was born Oct. 27, 1896, at Chicago, son of the late Frank and Mary Mose Riha. When he was a child the family brought him to the Tisch Mills area, where he operated a garage after service in the army in World War I. For a number of years he operated a tavern at Mishicot, coming to Two Rivers in 1940 where he acquired a tavern on the city's south side. Later he worked for a period at Langer Brothers garage. He married the former Ladona Dvorny in 1920 and later he married the former Clara Rach, who died in Two Rivers in 1947. Sept. 18, 1948, he married the former Eleanora Beitzel of Two Rivers. He was a member of Eleven Gold Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars of Two Rivers, the ZCBJ Lodge of Two Rivers and Manitowoc County Tavern League. Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. William Petska of Rt.1, Mishicot; three sisters, Mrs. Vladimir Kreshek and Mrs. Lilly Wilsmann of Two Rivers and Mrs. William Flanagan of Chicago; two brothers, Edward and Adolph of Two Rivers and a granddaughter. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday. Two Rivers Reporter, November 22, 1963 P. T-3 ******** Frank Riha of 1406 Glenwood St., Two Rivers is a patient at Veterans Hospital, Wood. Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Oct. 26, 1963 page 12
HELEN M. RIHA Helen M. Riha, age 83, a resident of Harmony of Two Rivers, died Sunday afternoon, Jan. 1, 2012, at Harmony. Helen was born April 27, 1928, in Two Rivers, a daughter of the late Robert and Florence (Johnson) Staab. She attended St. Luke's Catholic Grade School and graduated from Washington High School with the Class of 1946. On Feb. 15, 1947, she married Adolph Riha at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on Jan. 12, 1993. Helen was employed at Paragon Electric Co. for 34 years, retiring in 1993. She loved the Green Bay Packers and playing sheepshead. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by a daughter: Susan Marie. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012, at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Tom Reynebeau with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends at the funeral home on Thursday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation. Memorials in Helen's name may be made to Roncalli High School. Helen's family extends a special thank you to Debbie, Nicole, Stacy, Irene and the entire staff of Harmony of Two Rivers for the care Helen received while she was a resident for the past seven years. Herald Times Reporter, January 2012
JOHN R. RIHA John R. Riha, age 68, a Two Rivers resident, died unexpectedly at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, August 7, 2001, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian burial will be the Rev. William O'Brien, with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. John was born on April 4, 1933, son of the late Raymond and Elizabeth (Libby) Urbanek Riha. He was a graduate of Kewaunee High School. John was a member of the U.S. Army, serving in the Korean conflict. On April 27, 1957, he married Marie Gretz at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Norman, Wi. John was a longtime resident of Two Rivers. He was a mechanic for many years and was most recently employed at E.V.M. John was a member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church and the Two Rivers VFW Post 1248. Survivors include his wife, Marie Riha of Two Rivers; his children and their spouses: Joe and Robin Riha, Green Bay; Mary Webster, Two Rivers; Mike and Janie Riha, Port Washington; six grandchildren: Adam and Scott Riha, Sam and Marisa Webster, Greg and Jeramie Riha; one brother and sister-in-law Paul and Mary Riha, Egg Harbor; three sisters and one brother-in-law: Pat Huempfner, Green Bay; Ruth and Chuck Augustine, Fond du Lac; Marlene Grumann, Two Rivers; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Kenneth and Eileen Gretz, Two Creeks; JoAnn and Ted Melanson, Two Rivers; Janet and Jack Pelnar, Fort Collin, Col.; Jim Gretz, Sheboygan; and Betty Gretz, Green Bay. He is further survived (sic) nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. John was also preceded in death by a son, Chuck Riha, and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Emma and Stanley Gretz. The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, August 7, 2001 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. John enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, working on farm machinery, playing cards, and spending time with his family. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, August 6, 2001 P. A3
LIBBIE M. RIHA Funeral services for Mrs. Raymond Riha, 62, of 3615 Tannery Rd., Two Rivers, who died Friday morning at the home, will be at 9 a.m. Monday at Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers and at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, the Rev. Paul Schumacher officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Riha, nee Libby Peterson Urbanek, was born Nov. 7, 1908, at Spruce, Oconto County, a son of the late Adolph and Mary Valenta Urbanek. She was married Sept. 24, 1932, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Norman, to Raymond Riha. The family farmed in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, until 1959, moving to Two Rivers. She was a member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer. Besides her husband she leaves three daughters; two son (Survivors omitted for privacy.); three brothers, Joseph and Willard of Green Bay and Albert of Sparta, Mich., and 17 grandchildren. Two brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2:30 p.m. Sunday where memorial services will be at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 31, 1971
RAYMOND J. RIHA Raymond J. Riha, 90, formerly of 3615 Tannery Road, Two Rivers, died early Monday morning, Feb. 23, 1998, at Hamilton Home, Two Rivers. Ray was born April 30, 1907 in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, son of the late Frank M. and Mary Stangel Riha. On Sept. 24, 1932, he married the former Libby M. Urbanek at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Norman, Wis. who preceded him in death on July 30, 1971. Ray farmed with his wife in Norman for many years, moving to Two Rivers in 1959 where he was employed at Hamilton Manufacturing until his retirement. He was a member of the Catholic Knights, Czechs of Norman and was also an avid dancer. Survivors include three daughters and one son-in-law, Pat Huempmer, Green Bay; Ruth (Charles) Augustine, Fond du Lac; Malene Grumann, Two Rivers; two sons and daughters-in-law, John (Marie) Riha, Two Rivers; Paul (Mary) Riha, Fond du Lac; 18 grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Ray was also preceded in death by one grandson; one sister, Frances Paplmam; one brother, Sylvester Riha; and one son-in-law, Bob Grumann. Friends may call at the church on Thursday evening from 4 p.m. until the time of services at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 1998, at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Mass of Christian Burial will be officiated by the Rev. William O'Brien and burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Klein & Stangel Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Green Bay Press-Gazette, Wis., Tuesday, February 24, 1998 pg. 8 ******** Raymond J Riha Death • United States Social Security Death Index Name Raymond J Riha Middle Name J State Wisconsin Last Place of Residence Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Previous Residence Postal Code 54241 Age 91 Birth Date 30 Apr 1907 Death Date 23 Feb 1998 "United States Social Security Death Index"
SUSAN MARIE RIHA Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, the Rev. Edward Wagner officiating, for Susan Marie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Riha of 2614-13th St., who was born at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital late Saturday night and died early Sunday morning. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Besides her parents she leaves a sister (private), at home, and her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Staab of Two Rivers. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 30, 1956 P. 17 ******* [Apr. 1956/age 3 hr.]
EDWARD RINGMEIER In failing health the past year, Edward Ringmeier, 75, retired town of Two Rivers farmer, who had been residing for a number of years with a daughter, Mrs. Louis Saubert, Route 1, Two Rivers, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Thursday. He had been a patient at the hospital since Wednesday noon. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Edward Ringmeier was born in Germany in 1876, a son of the late Carl and Frances Krause Ringmeier. When he was two years old the family brought him to this country, settling in the town of Two Rivers. In 1901 Emma Zierzow of the town of Two Rivers was married to Mr. Ringmeier. She died in 1943. Surviving Mr. Ringmeier are four daughters, Mrs. Charles Lambert of Kellnersville, Mrs. Harold Puls of Two Rivers, Mrs. Louis Saubert, Route 1, Two Rivers, and Mrs. Roland Pfefferkorn, Route 1, Two Rivers; and two sons, Raymond of Route 1, Two Rivers, and Edward Ringmeier Jr., of Manitowoc. There are also a sister, Mrs. William Kampf of Two Rivers; 13 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from noon on Friday until the time of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 7:45 pm. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 27, 1952 P.2
EMMA RINGMEIER Mrs. Edward Ringmeier, 63, town of Two Rivers, died in this city late Tuesday. She had been ill several years. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from the Klein and Stangel, Inc. funeral home in Two Rivers and at two o'clock from the St. John's Lutheran church. Burial will be in Forest View cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral home after seven o'clock tonight. Mrs. Ringmeier, nee Emma Zierzow, was born in the town of Two Rivers, Dec. 31, 1879. She married Edward Ringmeier Sept. 10, 1901 who with four daughters, two sons, three sisters, two brothers and ten granchildren survives. The daughters are Mrs. Charles Lambert, Kellnersville; Mrs. Harold Puls, Mishicot, route 1; Mrs. Louis Saubert and Mrs. Roland Pfefferkorn, both of route 1; the sons are Raymond, route 1 and Edward on the homestead. Surviving sisters are Mrs. Frank Retzlaff and Mrs. Emil Guetschow of route 1 and Mrs. Ivan Schroeder of Two Rivers, the brothers Emil Zierow (sic) and Arthur Zierow (sic), both of route 1. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 30, 1943 P.2 ******* (NOTE: Obit states she is in Forest View #89B. Her stone is in #89D Holy Cross..I'll check with the cem. office to clarify. It's possible that A1 was part of Forest View when she was buried.
BEATRICE ROBERTS Beatrice A. Roberts, age 72, of 9116 Fox Lane, Two Rivers, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, at her residence, surrounded by her family. Bea was born, June 3, 1937, in Milwaukee to the late Joseph and Violet Jeffers Hoff. She married Paul Roberts Sr. on Feb. 28, 1955, in Waukegan, Ill. and he preceded her in death on June 6, 2008. Throughout her life she worked as a waitress for several eating establishments. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary in Scottsburg, Ind. She enjoyed bowling, playing bingo, shooting pool and making ceramics. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) In addition to her parents and her husband, she was also preceded in death by several brothers and sisters; one granddaughter: Suzanne Kittell; two great- grandchildren: Eric and Payton Kittell; and by two sons-in-law: Brad Vest and James Saur Jr. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, with the Reverend Paul Paider officiating, with burial to follow in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Two Rivers. Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home, 344 S. State St. in Mishicot and after 9 a.m. on Monday at Holy Cross Catholic Church, until the time of service at 10:30 a.m. Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 4, 2009
PAUL ROBERTS SR. Paul Roberts Sr., age 71, of 9116 Fox Lane, Two Rivers, entered into eternal rest unexpectedly on Friday June 6, 2008, at his residence. He was born Dec. 20, 1936, in Greensburg, Ind., to the late Ambrose and Mae Furnish Roberts. He married the former Beatrice Hoff on Feb. 28, 1955, in Waukegan, Ill. He served for 11 years in the United States Navy and for nine years in the United States Army as a chief warrant officer grade 3 and retired from the military in 1975. He then worked for the Burger Boat Co. of Manitowoc, and then for the Louisiana Dock Co. and for the Dallas Group. Paul enjoyed fishing, his pool leagues, small engine repair and tractor restoration. He was instrumental in the development of a cooking oil filtration system for fast food restaurants. He was a member of the American Legion and VFW Post of Two Rivers. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) In addition to his parents, Paul was also preceded in death by one granddaughter, Suzanne Kittell, and by two sons-in-law, Brad Vest and James Sauer Jr. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2008, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church in Two Rivers, with the Rev. William O'Brien officiating, with burial to follow at the Holy Cross Cemetery in Two Rivers, with graveside military rites accorded by the American Legion and VFW Posts of Two Rivers. Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home, 344 S. State St., Mishicot. Visitation will continue after 9 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church until the time of service at 10:30 a.m. A memorial fund has been established in his name. Herald Times Reporter, June 9, 2008
CECELIA ROBINSON DEATH CLAIMS MRS. ROBINSON AT 49 IN CITY Was in Failing Health for Year; Funeral Services Saturday Morning Mrs. Otto Robinson, 49, in failing health for the past year, died at her home 1613 Adams street, early last evening. Seriously stricken 13 weeks ago, Mrs. Robinson was a patient at the Municipal hospital until removed to her home two weeks ago. Funeral services will be held from St. Luke's Catholic church at 10 o'clock Saturday morning, Rt. Rev. Msgr. C.V. Hugo officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery. The body is at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home and may be viewed there from Friday morning until the time of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 8 o'clock Friday evening. Born Cecelia Bonk, Jan. 4, 1897, in Manitowoc, Mrs. Robinson was the daughter of Martin and Margaret Vnuk Bonk. Following her graduation from St. Mary's parochial school in Manitowoc she moved to this city with her parents. As a young lady she was employed at the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company here. She was married to Otto Robinson at St. Luke's Catholic church, Oct. 21, 1914, and the couple continued to make their home in this city. For a year previous to her recent illness, Mrs. Robinson was employed in Plant No. 4 of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company. She was a member of the St. Luke's Altar society. Husband, Four Children Survive Surviving, in addition to the husband, are one son, three daughters and one grandchild. Also surviving is a brother, Martin Bonk of Manitowoc. Two Rivers Reporter, Thursday, January 10, 1946
KATHLEEN V. ROBINSON Kathleen V. Robinson, age 72, of 1726 Blue Heron Drive, Two Rivers, died on Thursday evening, Feb. 10, 2011, at her residence. Kathleen was born on June 24, 1938, in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Alois and Selene Szelmeczka. She graduated from St. Mary's Academy in Milwaukee. On Oct. 7, 1961, Kathleen married James Robinson in Milwaukee. They had resided in Michigan, Pennsylvania, Illinois and Wisconsin. Kathleen was a member of the Fox Hills Women's Golf League. She enjoyed golf, needlepoint, and playing bridge. She was a devoted and beloved mother and will be sincerely missed. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., on Monday, Feb. 14, 2011, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Tom Reynebeau. Concelebrating the Mass will be the Rev. Richard Robinson. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, from 9:30 until 10:45 a.m. at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church in memory of Kathleen. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 12, 2011
OTTO ROBINSON Otto Robinson, 68, a resident of Two Rivers for more than 40 years, died unexpectedly of a heart attack in his room at the Waverly Hotel at Two Rivers, shortly after 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, where he had been residing for several years. Funeral arrangements are incomplete, but it is understood that services will be held at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. The funeral arrangements are being handled by the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Mr. Robinson was born in the town of Gibson, Manitowoc County, in 1886. He remained on the farm home in his youth, coming to Two Rivers when a young man. He married the former Cecilia Bonk in Two Rivers in 1914. She died in 1946. He had been an employe of the Manitowoc Equipment Works up to the time of his death. Surviving Mr. Robinson are three daughters, Mrs. Vernetta Berthelot of Newcastle, Del., Mrs. Joseph Komoroske of Manitowoc and Mrs. Victor Engeldinger of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; a son, Robert Robinson of Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Rose Novak of Manitowoc; four brothers, Edward of Two Rivers, Joseph of Mishicot, Charles of the town of Gibson and Alfred Robinson of Manitowoc; and 10 grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 7, 1954 P. 23 ******* Funeral services for Otto Robinson, 68, who died at Two Rivers Tuesday night, were held at 9 a.m. Friday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C. V. Hugo officiating. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Serving as pallbearers, all nephews, were Charles, Henry, Otto and Edward Hagenow, Chester and John Novak. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 10, 1954 P.15
ANNA ROCHELEAU Mrs. Louis Rocheleau, 69, 1426 Hawthorne avenue, Two Rivers, died Sunday afternoon in Two Rivers Municipal hospital where she was a patient since early Friday night. She suffered a slight stroke a year ago. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at St. Mark Catholic church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Edward Wagner officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rocheleau, nee Ann Koczorowski, was born in the town of Two Rivers in 1883, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Koczorowski. She was married to Louis Rocheleau of Two Rivers in 1921. Besides her husband, she leaves two step-daughters, Mrs. Florence Phalen of Menominee, Mich., and Mrs. Guy Wysong of Gary, Ind., and three step-sons, Francis, Leo and Myron Rocheleau, all of Two Rivers. There are also two sisters, Mrs. Frank Monka and Mrs. Charles Doncheck of Two Rivers, and a brother, Anton Koczorowski of the town of Two Rivers. Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., funeral home from 7 p.m. Tuesday until hours of services. The rosary will be prayed at the funeral home at 8 p.m., Wednesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 28, 1951 P.2 ******** Marriage of Louis/Anna Rocheleau Miss Anna Koczrowski, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Koczrowski and Louis Rocheleau of this city were united in marriage Wednesday in the presence of intimate friends and relatives at Sacred Heart Church, Rev. Father Malkowski officiating. A wedding reception and celebration was held at the home of the bride's parents. The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 4, 1921
CLAYTON H. ROCHELEAU Clayton Rocheleau, age 82, of 1906-20th St., Two Rivers, died Saturday evening, February 11, 1995, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral Services willl be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 14, 1995, at St. Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Greg Smith will officiate with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born April 11, 1912, at Niagara, Wis., son of the late Joseph and Florida Durocher Rocheleau. He attended grade school in Niagara. On February 3, 1934, he married the former Fern Bebeau in Two Rivers. He was employed at Mirro Aluminum as a welder, later in the Maintenance Department, retiring in 1977. He was a member of the Men of St. Luke's and the Senior citizens. Survivors include his wife, Fern, two daughters and one son-in-law, Darlene and Eugene Lorge, Manitowoc, Marnee Kummerow, Two Rivers; one sister, Yvonne Rocheleau, Two Rivers; seven grandchildren, Brian and Debbi Lorge, Dr. Kevin and Angela Kummerow, Cheryl and Steve Carmody, Jeff and Rene Kummerow, Diane and Joseph Friday, Lauri and Shoicki Ito, and Mary Kummerow; 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother, Richard, one sister, Lucille Rose, one son-in-law, Paul Kummerow and one great-grandson. Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 5-8 p.m. TONIGHT. A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. His life was his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Herald Times Reporter, February 13, 1995 P. A2 ******** (11 Apr 1912/11 Feb 1995/SSDI)
DAVID L. ROCHELEAU David Louis Rocheleau, infant son of Richard and Marie LeClair Rocheleau of 1942 Roosevelt Ave., Two Rivers, was born and died Monday evening at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Graveside rites were conducted at 2 pm Tuesday at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers, by the Rev. Joseph C. Boehm. Survivors in addition to his parents include three sisters, Ann Marie, Kay Lynn and Renee and two brothers, Karl and Richard, all at home. Also surviving are the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Norbert LeClair, maternal great grandmother, Mrs. Cecilia Shaden, paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Rocheleau, all of Two Rivers and paternal great grandmother, Mrs. Richard Phalen of Crandon. Funeral arrangements were in charge of Klein and Stangel Funeral Home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Aug. 11, 1970 page M13
FERN A. ROCHELEAU Fern A. Rocheleau, age 90, formerly of 2401 Polk St., Two Rivers, currently residing at Harmony of Two Rivers, died peacefully, Friday afternoon, Dec. 19, 2003, at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 22, 2003 at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish, St. Luke Site, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William G. O'Brien, with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Fern was born June 14, 1913 in Oconto, Wis., the daughter of the late Frank J. and Mary Jane Carriveau Bebeau. As a young child, Fern moved to Two Rivers with her family, where she attended St. Luke Parochial School, and Two Rivers Washington High School, graduating with the class of 1931. On Feb. 3, 1934, she married Clayton Rocheleau in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death Feb. 11, 1995. Fern worked as a nursing assistant for many years at the Hamilton Memorial Home, retiring June 30, 1977. She was a longtime member of St. Luke Parish, and the Ladies of St. Luke's, as well as the Two Rivers Senior Center. She enjoyed playing bingo, but above all enjoyed the time spent with her family. Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Darlene and Eugene Lorge, Manitowoc, and Marnee Kummerow, Two Rivers; seven grandchildren, Brian (Debbie) Lorge, Dr. Kevin (Angela) Kummerow, Cheryl (Steve) Carmody, Jeff (Rene) Kummerow, Diane (Joseph) Friday, Lauri (Shoichi) Ito, and Mary (Eben) Johnson; 14 great grandchildren, Kati and Patrick Lorge, Shannon, David, Joshua and Zachary Kummerow, Michael Vreeke, Paul Friday, Mari, Shanika, Keili and Nowa Ito, and Abigail and Emily Johnson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clayton, son-in-law, Paul Kummerow; one great grandson, Kenni; and a brother, Floyd Bebeau. Friends may call at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish -St. Luke Site, Two Rivers after 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 22, 2003, 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 Rocheleau family with funeral arrangements. Fern's family extends a special Thank You to the special angel, and the entire nursing staff of 3 east at Aurora Medical Center, and to Dr. Thayer for the wonderful care and compassion given to Fern. Herald Times Reporter, December 2003 ********* (14 Jun 1913/19 Dec 2003/SSDI)
FLORIDA ROCHELEAU Florida Rocheleau, 92, died Thursday morning, Sept. 29, at the Hamilton Home, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rocheleau was born Oct. 13, 1890, at Coleman, Wis., daughter of the late Alphonse and Emma Burgeois Durocher. She attended Coleman Schools. She married Joseph Rocheleau on May 16, 1911, at Coleman. He preceded her in death Jan. 26, 1968. She was a member of Royal Neighbors Society. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Clayton and Fern Rocheleau of Two Rivers; a daughter, Yvonne Rocheleau of Two Rivers; two grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, a daughter, six sisters, and seven brothers. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday evening where a memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, September 29, 1983 P. 3
FRANCES ROCHELEAU Francis Rocheleau, 63, of 1505 Glenwood St., Two Rivers, died Saturday night at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, after a lengthy illness. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Rocheleau was born Nov. 25, 1908, at Niagara, Wis., son of the late Louis and Amy Cayo Rocheleau. He was an athletic star at Two Rivers Washington High School from which he was graduate. He married Rose Wachowski at Two Rivers Dec. 31, 1937. For many years until his illness he was an employe of Schwartz Mfg. Co., Two Rivers. He was a member of Catholic Order of Foresters and St. Mark Holy Name Society. Besides his wife he leaves two daughters and two sons; two sisters, Mrs. Florence Phalen of Milwaukee and Mrs. Guy Wysong of El Cajon, Calif.; two brothers, a twin, Leo, and Myron. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday where memorial services will be at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 10, 1972 ********* Funeral services for Francis Racheleau, 63, of 1505 Glenwood St., Two Rivers, who died Saturday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home after 3 o'clock this Tuesday afternoon where memorial servies will be at 8 o'clock. Among the survivors are seven grandchildren and a great grandchild. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 11, 1972 ******* (25 Nov 1908/Jan 1972/SSDI)
HELEN ROCHELEAU Mrs. Leo Rocheleau, 43, 1917 14th street, Two Rivers, died suddenly of a heart attack in her sleep at her home at 5 o'clock Saturday morning. She had been afflicted with a heart ailment for 17 years and suffered her last stroke two and a half years ago. Funeral services will be held at 9 o'clock Tuesday morning at St. Mark's Catholic church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Edward Wagner officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery, Two Rivers. Friends may view the body at the Klein & Stangel, Inc. funeral home, Two Rivers, from 7 o'clock Sunday night until the hour of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 8 o'clock Monday night. Mrs. Rocheleau, nee Helen Phalen, was born in Foster City, Michigan, in 1907. The family came to Two Rivers from the Michigan city in 1926 and in Leo Rocheleau. Surviving Mrs. Rocheleau are the husband; her mother of Crandon; a daughter, Mrs. Robert Kowalsky, Two Rivers; and six sons, Leo, Milwaukee; James, Francis, Richard, Louis and William, all of Two Rivers. She also leaves two sisters, Mrs. Fred McKeough, Chicago, and Mrs. Lou Samms, Fort Myers, Florida; and seven brothers, Richard, Buffalo, N.Y., David, Nahma, Michigan; Lloyd, Marquette, Michigan; Patrick and Charles of Crandon, Orville, Manitowoc, and Miles Phalen, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rocheleau was affiliated with the Women's Catholic Order of Foresters and the Altar society of St. Mark's church. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 3, 1951 P.2 ******** Rocheleau-Phalen Miss Nellie Phalen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. Phalen, 2316 Sixteenth St., and Leo O. Rocheleau of this city were married at St. Mark's Church, Monday morning at nine o'clock, Rev. Peter Nilles performing the ceremony. Miss Hazel Phalen, sister of the bride attended as maid of honor and Francis Rocheleau, brother of the groom was the best man. Miss Goldie Phalen was bridesmaid and Charles Phalen, groomsman. A dinner was served to the bridal party and friends at the home of the bride's parents where a reception was held. The groom is employed at the Hamilton Mfg. Co. The couple will reside at 2316 South 16th St. Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle - July 7, 1927
JAMES "ROCK" ROCHELEAU James "Rock" Rocheleau, age 68, of 2902 Memorial Drive, Two Rivers, died Saturday morning, June 17, 2000, at Sinai Samaritan Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wis. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 20, 2000 at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Larry Seidl. Cremation and burial of cremains will take place at a later date. Jim was born on September 5, 1931 in Two Rivers, son of the late Leo and Helen Phalen Rocheleau. He graduated from Washington High School, Two Rivers, with the class of 1949. Jim joined the U.S. Navy, serving during the Korean Conflict from November 7, 1951 to October 31, 1955 as a Radarman First Class E-6. On March 26, 1960 he married Ruth A. Peterson at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Most of Jim's career was spent as a state circuit instructor for construction electricians throughout the state of Wisconsin, retiring in January of 1997. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Rocheleau, Two Rivers; one son, James J. Rocheleau, Waupun, Wis.; three daughters and one son-in-law, Teresa and David Wilke, Brandon, Wis., Catherine Smith, Alto, Wis., Donna Rocheleau, Two Rivers; five grandchildren, Sean, Nichole, Tiffany, Joseph and Erica; four brothers and three sisters-in-law, Richard and Marie Rocheleau, Two Rivers, Louis and Barbara Richeleau, Two Rivers, Francis Richeleau, Oshkosh, William and Mary Lou Rocheleau, Mishicot; one sister and brother-in-law, Hazel and Robert Kowalsky, Menominee, Mich.; one sister-in-law, Phyllis Rocheleau Vogel, New Berlin; three brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law, Clarence Peterson, Tampa, Fla., Gerald and Carol Peterson, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., Charles and Laurene Peterson, Lakewood, Wis. Nieces, nephews and other relatives and many friends also survive. He was preceded in death by one sister, Ethel Rocheleau, and one brother, Leo Rocheleau. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home on Monday, June 19, 2000 from 5 to 8 p.m. and at St. Mark Catholic Church, on Tuesday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. Herald Times Reporter, June 18, 2000 P. A2
JOSEPH ROCHELEAU (d. 1968) Joseph Rocheleau, 83, of 2008 Monroe St., Two Rivers, retired Two Rivers Public Works Dept. employe, died Friday morning at Manitowoc County Hospital. He had been in failing health the past two years. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Rocheleau was born Sept. 15, 1884, at Coleman, a son of the late Alphonse and Gotline Lippe Rocheleau. He attended the Coleman rural schools and May 16, 1911, he married the former Florida Durocher at Coleman. For 16 years after their marriage they resided at Niagara, Wis., and the past 40 years lived at Two Rivers where he was employed at the Hamilton Mfg. Co. for three years and then was employed until his retirement four years ago in the Two Rivers Public Works Dept. The couple celebrated its golden wedding anniversary May 6, 1961. Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Miss Yvonne at home; two sons, Clayton of Two Rivers, and Richard at home; a sister, Mrs. Charles Couveau, of Iron Mountain, Mich.; two brothers, Louis of Two Rivers, and Napoleon Rocheleau of Neenah; two grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A daughter preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Sunday where memorial services will be at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 26, 1968 P. T6 ******* (15 Sept. 1883/Jan. 1968/SSDI)
LEO O. ROCHELEAU Leo O. Rocheleau, 65, a former resident of Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Michael Koch will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rocheleau was born Nov. 25, 1908, at Niagara, Wis., son of the late Louis and Amy Cayo Rocheleau. He married Helen Phalen July 4, 1927, at Two Rivers. His wife preceded him in death in 1951. He had been employed at Hamilton Industries, Two Rivers, and retired seven years ago. He was a member and former treasurer of the Catholic Order of Foresters. Survivors include five sons, James of Brandon, Wis., Francis, of Kaukauna, Richard and Louis, of Two Rivers and William, of Mishicot; a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Hazel) Kowalsky, of East DePere; a brother, Myron, of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Florence Phalen, of Milwaukee and Mrs. Beatrice Wysong, of El Cajon, Calif.; stepmother, Mrs. Gustie Rocheleau, of Two Rivers and 22 grandchildren. A son, daughter and brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 4 o'clock this Wednesday afternoon, where a wake service will be held at 7:30 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, July 17, 1974 P.23 ******* Rocheleau-Phalen Miss Nellie Phalen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. Phalen, 2316 Sixteenth St., and Leo O. Rocheleau of this city were married at St. Mark's Church, Monday morning at nine o'clock, Rev. Peter Nilles performing the ceremony. Miss Hazel Phalen, sister of the bride attended as maid of honor and Francis Rocheleau, brother of the groom was the best man. Miss Goldie Phalen was bridesmaid and Charles Phalen, groomsman. A dinner was served to the bridal party and friends at the home of the bride's parents where a reception was held. The groom is employed at the Hamilton Mfg. Co. The couple will reside at 2316 South 16th St. Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle - July 7, 1927 ******* (25 Nov 1908/Jul 1974/SSDI)
LOUIS ROCHELEAU Marriage of Louis/Anna Rocheleau Miss Anna Koczrowski, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Koczrowski and Louis Rocheleau of this city were united in marriage Wednesday in the presence of intimate friends and relatives at Sacred Heart Church, Rev. Father Malkowski officiating. A wedding reception and celebration was held at the home of the bride's parents. The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 4, 1921
RICHARD E. ROCHELEAU Richard E. Rocheleau, 61, of 2018 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday at University Hospitals, Madison. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels and 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. John Penzenstadler will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rocheleau was born Nov. 10, 1914, at Niagara, Wis., son of the late Joseph Rocheleau and Flora Durocher Rocheleau. He was educated in Niagara and Two Rivers schools. He was employed at Eggers Plywood Co., Two Rivers, the past 30 years until his retirement. He was past president of Carpenters Local Union and Two Rivers Eagles Club. Survivors include his mother, a brother, Clayton, and a sister, Yvonne, of Two Rivers; two nieces, Mrs. Eugene Lorge, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Marnee Kummerow, of Two Rivers; seven grand nieces and nephews and a very dear friend, Clarence Svoboda. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, where an Eagles memorial services will be at 7 p.m. and family prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, April 7, 1976 P.19 ******** (10 Nov 1914/Apr 1976/SSDI)
ROSE ROCHELEAU Mrs. Rose Rocheleau, 66, of 1505 Glenwood St., Two Rivers, died Saturday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Michael Koch will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rocheleau, nee Rose Wachowski, was born Aug. 24, 1908, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Anton and Anna Zywicki Wachowski. She was married to Francis Rocheleau Dec. 31, 1937, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death Jan. 8, 1972. Survivors include two sons, Allan, of Two Rivers, and Gary, of Milwaukee; two daughters, Mrs. Aldon (Alice) Riha and Mrs. Karl (Shirlee) Meyer, of Two Rivers; five brothers, Joseph, Robert, Arnold and Harry of Two Rivers and Ed, of California; three sisters, Mrs. Erwin Zimmer and Mrs. Francis Schroeder, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Emil Bonk, of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and a great grandchild. Two brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 2 p.m. Sunday, where a memorial service will be held at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, September 28, 1974 P.15 ******** (24 Aug 1908/Sep 1974/SSDI)
YVONNE M. ROCHELEAU Yvonne M. Rocheleau, 82, a long-time resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, died Feb. 8 at the home. Funeral services were held Feb. 10 at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial was the Rev. Larry Seidl with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rocheleau was born Jan. 17, 1917 in Niagara, daughter of the late Joseph and Florida Durocher Rocheleau. She attended schools in Niagara and Two Rivers and was a member of St. Luke Parish. Survivors include one sister-in-law, Fern Rocheleau, Two Rivers; two nieces, Darlene (Eugene) Lorge, Manitowoc and Marnee Kummerow, Two Rivers. Manitowoc Lakeshore Chronicle, February 14, 1999 ******** (17 Jan 1917/08 Feb 1999/SSDI)
JOSEPH ROCHON Joseph Rochon, 57, a resident of Two Rivers for the past 12 years, died early this morning after an illness of a month. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning, at 8:30 o'clock from the Jansky Funeral Home at Two Rivers and at 9 o'clock from St. Mark's Catholic Church. The Rev. Peter Nilles will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery. Rochon was born in Canada Feb. 17, 1880. He came to America as a young man 12 years ago and moved to Two Rivers in 1925. Twenty-two years ago he married Eva DeForg. Survivors are the widow, five children and one brother. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 28, 1937 P. 2 ********* (The following is his son's obituary): Gilbert A. Rochon, age 66, of 1330 S. 8th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon, February 25, 1997, at home. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, February 28, 1997, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. In accordance with his wishes, Gilbert's body has been donated to Milwaukee Medical College for research with cremation to follow. He was born April 11, 1930, in Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph and Eva DeForge Rochon. He attended Two Rivers Washington High School. He served in the United States Armed Forces, and was a member of the National Guard. He married Marilyn Duebner on June 28, 1952. Gilbert was employed with the Manitowoc Public Utilities until his retirement in 1975. He was a member of St. Boniface Congregation,and the Amvets. More recently, Gilbert worked as a volunteer for the Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department. Survivors include his wife, Marilyn; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Jeff and J. Mickey, Eau Claire, Greg, at home; four daughters and sons-in-law, Jeannine and David Neuenfeldt, Jill and Patrick Hestekin, Manitowoc, Julie and Paul Thelen, Fond du Lac, and Jo and Tim Woodcock, Chilton. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, Jason, Tyler, and Hannah Neuenfeldt, Gretchen Zich, Krissy and Andy Hestekin, and Elise, Eva, and Ellie Thelen; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Jeannette Babler, Waupun, Louise and John Bora, Port Huron, Mich.; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Carl and Nancy Duebner, William and MaryAnn Duebner; one sister- in-law, Violet Rochon; and his mother-in-law, Leona Duebner. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Charles and Ray; his father-in-law, Dallas Duebner; and one brother-in-law, Ed Babler. Herald Times Reporter, February 27, 1997 P. A2
LEO ROCKLEWITZ Leo C. Rocklewitz, age 72, of 906 20th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday night, June 12, 1996, at his residence. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 15, 1996, at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born August 12, 1923, in Two Rivers, son of the late Clement and Ella Waier Rocklewitz. He was a United States Army World War II veteran serving with the Occupational Forces in Japan. He married Mavis Opperman November 27, 1948, in Two Rivers. He owned and operated Henrock Finishing Company for many years prior to his retirement. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Mother of Hope Council #1957, Two Rivers. Survivors include his wife, Mavis, Two Rivers; four sons and daughters-in-law, Keith and Dawn Rocklewitz, Viroqua, Wis., Kevin and Kay Rocklewitz, Two Rivers, Lee and Jacklyn Rocklewitz, Mishicot, Ronald and Lisa Rocklewitz, Two Rivers; 12 grandchildren; one sister and brother-in-law, Theresa and Lawrence LeClair, Two Rivers; one brother and sister-in-law, Walter and Evelyn Rocklewitz, Redwood City, Calif.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by four sisters, Sophie Marquardt, Adeline Kaskey, Helen Rocklewitz, and Genevieve Rocklewitz. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home. A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday led by Father Don. The Knights of Columbus will join with the family for the prayer service. Herald Times Reporter, June 14, 1996 P. A2
MAVIS J. ROCKLEWITZ Mavis J. Rocklewitz, age 79, of 906 20th St., died early Wednesday morning Nov. 26, 2003 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2003 at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. David Scherbarth, with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mavis was born on June 4, 1924 in the Town of Richmond, daughter of Susie (Ainsworth) Opperman and the late Frank Opperman. On Nov. 27, 1948 she married Leo C. Rocklewitz in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on June 12, 1996. Mavis was employed at various times at Hamilton Mfg., Two Rivers Hospital and Henrock Finishing. Survivors include her mother, Susie Opperman, Shawano, four sons and daughters- in-law: Keith and Dawn Rocklewitz, Viroqua, Kevin and Kay Rocklewitz, Two Rivers, Lee and Jacklyn Rocklewitz, Mishicot, Ronald and Lisa Rocklewitz, Two Rivers, twelve grandchildren: five sisters and four brothers-in-law; Cecile Engel, Shawano, Phyllis and Gerald Lambries, Shawano, Lorraine and Howard Turman, Two Rivers, Bernice and Willis Lambries, Gresham, Joyce and Vince DeBauche, Shawano. Further survived by two brothers and one sister-in-law: Wilbur Opperman and Melvin and Carol Opperman, all of Shawano. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. The family will greet relatives and friends from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2003, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers or Manitowoc Lutheran High School. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral arangements. Herald Times Reporter, Nove. 28, 2003
JOSEPH J. RODKIEWICZ Joseph J. Rodkiewicz, age 83, of 1924 30th St., Two Rivers, passed away on Wednesday morning, June 3, 1992, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, at the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher officiating, with burial in the Holy Cross Cemetery. He was born May 16, 1909, in Ashland, Wis., son of the late John and Josephine Rochis Rodkiewicz. He married Mabel A. Stangel of Tisch Mills, 62 years ago on January 2, 1930, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Antigo, Wis. He was employed for 45 years by Reiss Steamship Company. For 14 years prior to his retirement in 1971, he was Captain of various Great Lakes Freighters. During World War II he served in the Merchant Marines. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Mother of Hope Council No. 1957, Two Rivers, the Men of Holy Redeemer, and the Two Rivers Senior Citizens. Survivors include his wife Mabel, Two Rivers; a son and daughter-in-law, Joseph C. and Bertha Rodkiewicz, McFarland, Wis.; a daughter and son-in-law, Phyllis and Robert Matczynski of Manitowoc; three sisters, Bernice DePue, Minneapolis, Minn., Adeline Martine, Everett, Wash., and Stephanie Nelson, Wilmington, Del.; a brother- in-law, and three sisters-in-law; nine grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. Friday. There will be a prayer service at 7 p.m. Friday. The Knights fo (sic) Columbus members will meet with the family for the prayer service. Herald Times Reporter, June 4, 1992 P. A2
MABEL A. RODKIEWICZ Mabel Rodkiewicz, age 92, formerly of Two Rivers, died Tuesday evening July 13, 1999, at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 16, 1999, at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. William O'Brien, burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mabel was born July 18, 1906, in Tisch Mills, daughter of the late Rudolph and Emma Rezach Stangel. She graduated high school from St. Joseph Academy, now known as Notre Dame Academy, in Green Bay. Mabel then became a Registered Nurse graduating from Holy Family School of Nursing in 1928. On January 2, 1930, she married Joseph J. Rodkiewicz, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Antigo. He preceded her in death on June 3, 1992. Mabel enjoyed reading, working puzzles, and watching all sports including the Packers, and was an avid gardener. She was a member of the Alumni of Holy Family School of Nursing, and Ladies of Holy Redeemer. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Joseph and Bertha Rodkiewicz, Brooklyn, Wis., one daughter and son-in-law, Phyllis and Robert Matczynski, Manitowoc; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one brother, Wallace Stangel, DePere; one sister-in-law, Stephanie Nelson, Wilmington, Del.; neices, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters-in-law. Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church on Friday, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to thank the North Ridge staff, especially those in the 500 to 600 area for their care and kindness given to Mabel in her 6 1/2 years stay there. May God bless each one of you. Herald Times Reporter, July 15, 1999 P. A2 ********* (17 Jul 1906/13 Jul 1999/SSDI) ********* Miss Stangel is Bride Today at Antigo Ceremony At Antigo at 8 o'clock this morning, the Rev. Emil Shimek officiating, occurred the marriage of Miss Mabel, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Stangel of Tisch Mills to Joseph Rodkiewicz of Ashland, immediate relatives and friends witnessed the quiet but pretty ceremony. Miss Adeline Beranek was the maid of honor and Robert Stangel acted as the best man. A dinner was served to the bridal couple following the ceremony at Wausau. Mr. and Mrs. Rodkiewicz are leaving tomorrow on a two week's honeymoon trip to Ashland and Minneapolis and will make their home in this city upon returning. The out of town guests at the ceremony included Miss Adeline Beranek and Robert Stangel of Tisch Mills, Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Bychinski and son Harold of Wausau, Mrs. John J. Rodkiewicz of Ashland. Manitowoc Herald News, Jan. 3, 1930 page 9
ROBERT J. ROEMER JR. Funeral services were at 3:30 p.m. Friday for Robert Joseph, day-old infant son of Robert and Wendy Roemer, of 1710-21st St., Two Rivers, who died Thursday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. The Rev. Peter Klauck officiated at the rites at Deja & Martin Chapel. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Besides his parents he leaves two sisters, three brothers (Private), at home; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Alton Puls, of Appleton, and the paternal grandmother, Mrs. Laura Roemer, of Dubuque, Iowa. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 31, 1957 P. 17 ******* [May/age 2 hr.]
COLETTA ROGALA Mrs. Harry Rogala, 48, of 2118 School St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rogala, nee Coletta Leist, was born Nov. 20, 1927, at Manitowoc, daughter of Jerome Leist and the late Elizabeth Phillips Leist. She was married to Harry Rogala June 17, 1950, at Manitowoc. Survivors include her husband, a son, Jim, and three daughters, Susan, Nancy and Judy, at home; her father, of Manitowoc; a brother, Eugene, of Oregon and four sisters, Mrs. Charles Schweitzer, of Milwaukee, Mrs. Jim Krueger and Mrs. Norbert Strzycewski, of Manitowoc and Mrs. George Lallensack of Osman. There will be no visitation. Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Monastery of St. Dominic, Newardk, N.J. Herald Times Reporter, Friday, November 28, 1975 P. 18
HARRY ROGALA Harry L. "Dewey" Rogala, age 91, formerly of 2118 School Street, Two Rivers, died on Tuesday afternoon, September 17, 2013, at Laurel Grove Assisted Living in Manitowoc. Harry was born on January 21, 1922, in Manitowoc, son of the late Jacob and Frances (Witczak) Rogala. He graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1940. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII. On June 17, 1950, he married Coletta Serena Leist at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on November 26, 1975. Harry was a proud Chicago Cubs fan, and enjoyed playing baseball and bowling in his younger years. He was employed at Hamilton Manufacturing for over 30 years retiring in 1984. Following retirement, Harry volunteered with hospice visistation. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Two Rivers and presently a member of St. Francis of Assisi in Manitowoc. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) He was also preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers-in-law: Antoinette and Melvin Kautzer, Eleanor Rogala, Gertrude and Donald O'Leary; one brother and two sisters-in-law: Joe and Jeanette Rogala, and Angie Rogala. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, September 20, 2013, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Grand Avenue in Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. William Brunner. Private burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery in Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, September 20, 2013, at church from 9:30 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Harry's name to Holy Family Memorial Hospice, Manitowoc. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.kleinand stangel.com The Klein & Stangel Fnueral Home, Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to the staff of Laurel Grove Assisted Living in Manitowoc. Herald Times Reporter, September 2013
ANDREW V. ROGALSKI Andrew V. Rogalski, 76, of 2215A 11th St., Two Rivers, retired longtime maintenance engineer in the Two Rivers public school system, died late Wednesday afternoon at St. Mary Hospital, Kewaunee. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rogalski was born at Pine Grove, Brown County, May 30, 1897, son of the late Stanislaus and Agnes Fruzen Rogalski. Prior to his 25 years of employment in the Two Rivers school system, retiring 11 years ago, he was a millwright at Mirro Aluminum Co. Plant No. 1. He married Madeleine Schomisch at Pine Grove March 3, 1919, after which the couple moved to Two Rivers. His wife died Nov. 22, 1963. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Claude (Arlene) Elliott, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Earl (Georgianna) Lundgren, of Columbia, Mo., and six grandchildren. A son, Richard, and a granddaughter preceded him in death. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, January 31, 1974 P.20 ******* (30 May 1897/Jan. 1974/SSDI)
MADELEINE ROGALSKI Mrs. Andrew Rogalski, 63, of 1709-12th St., Two Rivers, died Friday night at the home of a relative at 2451 N. Cramer St., Milwaukee, with whom she had been visiting. She had been in failing health the past three months. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. George Beth officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rogalski, nee Madeleine Schomisch, was born July 20, 1900 in New York City, a daughter of the late Nicholas and Catherine Gosz Schomisch. When she was three the family brought her to Sherwood, Wis. She was married to Andrew Rogalski March 3, 1919 at Pine Grove, Wis. The family moved to Two Rivers in 1924, where she resided since. Besides her husband she leaves two daughters, Mrs. Claude Elliott, of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Budd Reth, of Milwaukee; a son, Richard, of Athens, Ga., two sisters, Mrs. Vincent Reinkober, of Chilton, and Mrs. Peter Schmidt, of Hilbert; a brother, Ervin Schomisch, of Hilbert, and four grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Monday. Two Rivers Reporter, November 23, 1963 P. M-9
RICHARD ROGALSKI Richard A. Rogalski, 54, of Rt. 1, Kewaunee, died Tuesday morning at Dunbar, Wis. The funeral will be at 10 am Friday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, with the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rogalski was born Oct. 27, 1919 at Forest Junction, son of Andrew Rogalski and the late Madeline Schomisch Rogalski. He married Marion Simono May 29, 1941 at St. Luke Church, Two Rivers. He owned and operated a tavern on Rt. 1, Kewaunee, after residing at Athens, Ga., for several years. He was a member of Athens Elks Lodge No. 790. Survivors include his wife and father of Rt. 1, Kewaunee, and two sisters, Mrs. Claude Elliott of Two Rivers and Mrs. Earl Lundgren of Columbia, Mo. Friends may call after 3 pm Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, where memorial services will be at 8 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Nov. 20, 1973 page 3
CECILIA ROGN Mrs. Cecelia (sic) Rogn, 57, of Wausau, a former Two Rivers resident, died Monday night at a Wausau hospital. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rogn was born in Two Rivers in 1897 and was married to Halvor Rogn in 1916. He died in 1943. For the past 14 years she resided at Wausau with a son, William. Also surviving are another son, Soren of Milwaukee; her father, William Glandt of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Arthur Leonard of Manitowoc, Mrs. Joseph Burtrum? of Menasha and Mrs. Joseph Antoine of Two Rivers; two brothers, Gordon and Frederick Glandt of Two Rivers; and two grandchildren. Friends may call at the Klein and Stngel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 16, 1955 P.15 ******** [Cecilia Mary Rogn] ******** Halvor Rogn, a machinist at the Kahlenberg Works and Miss Celia(sic) Glandt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm Glandt were married at St. Luke's Church, Tuesday morning, Rev. Father Hugo officiating. The Reporter, Fri., Oct. 6, 1916
HALVOR ROGN Halvor Rogn, 56, former Two Rivers resident, died suddenly of a heart attack Sunday at this home in Wausau. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 9 a.m. from the St. Luke Catholic church in Two Rivers with interment in Holy Cross cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel funeral home in Two Rivers. Mr. Rogn was born in Norway in 18?7 and came to this country in 19??, settling shortly thereafter in Two Rivers, where he had been employed for nearly 20 years as a machinist at the Kahlenberg Brothers company. About 12 years ago the family left for Riplinger, Wis., where Mr. Rogn purchased a tavern. Eighteen months ago he disposed of his establishment and returned to the machinist trade at Wausau, having been employed by the Marathon Foundry and Machine company. In 1916 Mr. Rogn married Celia Glandt. Besides the widow he leaves two sons, Sergt. Soren E. Rogn, stationed with the armed forces in Puerto Rico, and Pfc. William E. Rogn, with the marine corps, somewhere in the Pacific. He also is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Rogn of Bramle, Norway, and a brother, Nils Rogn, in Norway. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 7, 1943 P.2 ******** Halvor Rogn, a machinist at the Kahlenberg Works and Miss Celia(sic) Glandt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm Glandt were married at St. Luke's Church, Tuesday morning, Rev. Father Hugo officiating. The Reporter, Fri., Oct. 6, 1916
FRED ROHDE Fred Rohde, 74, a resident of Two Rivers for the last 35 years, died a 7:45 o'clock this morning at his home. He had been ill for the past year and was confined to his bed for seven months. Funeral services will be held at Two Rivers Monday morning at 8:30 o'clock from the residence are at 9 o'clock at St. Mark's Catholic church with the Rev. Peter Nilles officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery. Mr. Rohde was born at Erie City, Pa., and came to Wisconsin with the family when he was one year old. The family settled in Waupaca county. At the age of 21 he left home and went to Marinette where he resided for the next 17 years after which he moved to Two Rivers and took employment at Plant 4 of the Aluminum Goods company. He retired ten months ago. On June 3, 1896, Mr. Rohde married Miss Melinda LaPean. Survivors are the widow, four daughters, Mrs. Robert Belonger, Mrs. Arnold Meneau and Mrs. Irene Hansen of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Laurel Collier of Sheboygan; four brothers, William of Everett, Wash., John of Waupun, Peter of Arlington, Cal., and Herman of Weyauwega; two sisters, Mrs. D. H. Kirvan of Waupun, and Mrs. George Grenier of Fond du Lac; and eight grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home from 7 o'clock tonight until 5 p.m. Saturday when it will be taken to the residence. The rosary will be recited Sunday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 21, 1941 P.2
MELINDA ROHDE Mrs. Melinda Rohde, 75, died last night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Irene Hansen, of 2423 16th street, Two Rivers, with whom she made her home. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Mark's Catholic church with interment in the Holy Cross cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, and will be moved to the Hansen residence Thursday afternoon, where the rosary will be recited Friday evening. Born Melinda LaPean at Fond du Lac in 1870 she later located at Marinette where in 1896 she was married to Fred Rohde. They moved to Two Rivers in 1907. Mr. Rohde died five years ago. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Irene Hansen, Mrs. Robert Belonger, Mrs. Arnold Meneau and Mrs. Dorothy Collier, all of Two Rivers, and one brother, Joseph LaPean of Fond du Lac. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 6, 1946 P.2 ******** [Malinda Rohde]
EMMA T. ROHL Mrs. Emma T. Rohl, 79, who resided with a daguhter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Parworth Sr., of 2203 Died Thursday evening, Jan. 17, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. James Stamborski will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rohl, nee Emma Tadych, was born Sept 29, 1900, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Monka Tadych. She was educated at Manitowoc and resided here most of her life. She was married to William P. Rohl Sr. Oct. 12, 1916, at Grand Rapids, Mich. He preceded her in death Oct. 28, 1941. Mrs. Rohl was a member of St. Andrew Catholic church. Survivors include a son, Alois Rohl Sr. of Manitowoc; 12 daughters, Mrs. Josephine Parworth, Mrs. Julia Blashka and Mrs. Sophie Brandt of Manitowoc, Mrs. Dorothy Shea of Chicago, Ill., Bette Rohl of Florida, Mrs. Antonia Rosinsky of Waupun, Mrs. Elmira Haislmier of Milwaukee, Mrs. Lorraine Patterson of Indianapolis, Ind., Mrs. Joyce Alberding of Sacramento, Calif., Mrs. Verna Newborn of Casper, Wyo., Mrs. Alma Leach of Two Rivers and Mrs. Nora Baker of Bloomington, Ill.; three brothers, Alis Tadych of Chicago, Ill., William Tadych of Fond du Lac and Clarence Tadych of Manitowoc; seven sisters, Mrs. Anna Norwald, Mrs. Julia Wade, Mrs. Katherine Bashaw, Mrs. Victoria Wellner and Mrs. Sophie Riebe of Manitowoc, Mrs. Dorothy Kakuk of Stephenson, Mich., and Mrs. Betty Strifling of Michigan City, Ind., 78 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren. A son, Sgt. William P. Rohl Jr., preceded her in death in 1957. Five brothers, four sisters and nine grandchildren also preceded her in death. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Sunday afternoon, where a prayer service will be at 7 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, January 20, 1980 P.3 ******** (29 Sep 1900/Jan 1980/SSDI)
WM. ROHL SR. William Rohl, Sr., 60, father of 14 children, died early today at the home on Memorial Drive between here and Two Rivers. He has been in failing health in recent months. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 9:30 a.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Mr. Rohl was born in Germany in 1881 and came to Manitowoc when a boy of 15. He became a seaman on lakeboats, which he followed until 17 years ago. He engaged in trucking, and was a trucker for the Wisconsin Fuel and Light company. In 1916 he married Miss Emma Tadych of Grand Rapids, Mich. Survivors are the widow; two sons, William, Jr., of Chicago, Alois, at home; 12 daughters, Mrs. Jacob Muidt and Sophia, of Chicago; Mrs. Percy Davis and Mrs. Peter Blashka, of this city, Mrs. Eugene Parworth, of route 3, Manitowoc, Emma, Joyce, Elmira, Lorraine, Elma, Verna and Nora, living at home; a step-brother, Christ Sprick, of Milwaukee; and seven grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Wednesday noon until the hour of the services. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 28, 1941 P. 2 ******* [Wilhelm Rohl, Sr.]
LEWELLYN ROHR Lewellyn J. Rohr, age 83, of 315 Vernon St., Algoma, died Sunday, March 13, 1994, at the Algoma Long Term Care Center. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, March 16, 1994, at Holy Name of Mary Church, Mapelwood. Rev. Wilbert Buhl officiated with burial in Holy Cross Forest View (sic) Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born February 22, 1911, in Foster City, Mich., son of Florian and Josephine LeBotte Rohr. He married Lorraine Kelliher, July 23, 1936, in Two Rivers. She preceded him in death May 18, 1979. He then married Irene Stauber, May 9, 1981, in Maplewood. He was retired from Mirro Aluminum. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling and playing the guitar. Survivors include his wife, Irene; four sons and daughters-in-law, Florian and Marilyn, Two Rivers, Ralph and Naomi, Kiel, Lloyd and Marie, Manitowoc, Walter and Virginia, Two Rivers; two daughters and sons-in-law, Charlotte and T.T. Gordon, Two Rivers, Margaret and Robert Steffens, Menasha; one step-daughter, Mrs. Bill (Shirley) Moeller, Sturgeon Bay; 16 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchilddren; four step- grandchildren; three step great-grandchildren; one half-brother, Eugene Younk, Algoma; one half-sister, Florence Muckian, Tocoma, Wash.; one brother-in-law and sister-in- law, Earl and Grace Kelliher, Manitowoc. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and one half-sister. Herald Times Reporter, March 18, 1994 P. A2
LORRAINE ROHR Mrs. Lorraine Rohr, 65, of 2323-13th St., Two Rivers, died Friday in Two Rivers Community Hospital, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday in St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rohr, nee Lorraine Kelliher, was born Oct. 13, 1913, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Walter and Anna Kowash Kelliher. She was married to Lewellyn Rohr July 23, 1936, in Two Rivers. She was a member of the Royal Neighbors. Survivors include her husband, Lewellyn; four sons, Florian of Route 1, Two Rivers, Ralph of New Holstein, Lloyd of Manitowoc, and Walter at home; two daughters, Mrs. George (Charlotte) Gordon of Two Rivers and Mrs. Robert (Margaret) Steffens of Menasha; two brothers, Earl Kelliher of Manitowoc and Lloyd Kelliher of Fla.; and 15 grandchildren. Two sisters, Hildegarde and Anna Mae, and a brother, Harold, preceded her in death. Friends may call in Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Sunday where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, May 19, 1979 P. 3 ******* (31 Oct 1913/May 1979/SSDI)
LEONARD SYLVESTER ROIDT Leonard S. Roidt, 58, of 228 Park Rd., Two Rivers, died Monday, Dec. 31, at his residence. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Peter Schroeder will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Roidt was born July 31, 1926, at Stangelville, son of the late Matt J. and Cecelia Melichar Roidt. He was a Veteran of the United States Army serving during World War II. He married Elizabeth Shimanek, July 31, 1948, at Kewaunee. Mr. Roidt was a carpenter by trade. He was a member of V.F.W. Post 1248 of Two Rivers. Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Leonard J. and Mary Ann of Canton, Ohio and Robert L. of Two Rivers; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Beverly and Steven Keip of Two Rivers, Mary Cele Roidt of Milwaukee and Barbara and Steven Streubel of Manitowoc; a brother, Raymond L. Roidt of Stoughton and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three sisters. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 6 o'clock this Wednesday evening, where a memorial service will be at 7 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, January 2, 1985 P. 3 ******** [bur. 01-04-1985/age 58 yrs.]
EDWARD L. ROLLER Edward L. Roller, 64, of 2502 38th St., Two Rivers, died early Saturday morning in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10 am Tuesday in Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Roller was born Sept. 24, 1913 in Bloomer, Wis., son of the late Paul and Mary Ludwig Roller. He married Esther Molle June 28, 1930 in Owen and then moved to Two Rivers in 1953. He retired from Paragon Electric Company, Inc., Two Rivers in 1969. Survivors include his wife, Esther; a son, Edward Jr. of Owen; a daughter, Mrs. Leon (Sandra) Rezach of Madison; three sisters, Mrs. Louise Fletcher of Park Rapids, Minn., Miss Esther Roller of Owen and Mrs. Mary Pape of Birnamwood and four grandchildren. Friends may call in Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, after 3 pm Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Sunday, Sept. 3, 1978 page 7 ******** (24 Sep 1914/Sep 1978/SSDI)
ESTHER IDA ROLLER Esther I. Roller, 71, of 2502 38th St., Two Rivers, died Friday evening, Sept. 20, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Roller was born Dec. 28, 1913, in the Town of Green Grove, Clark County, daughter of the late Adolph and Mary Brecker Molle. She was married to Edward Roller, June 28, 1930, at Owen, Wis. He preceded her in death Sept. 2, 1978. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Edward Jr. and Kathryn Roller of Owen, Wis; a daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Leon Rezach of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Frank (Erna) Kline of Nekoosa, Wis. and Mrs. William (Mathilda) Weinberger of Withee, Wis. and four grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Marvin and three brothers. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday. Herald Times Reporter, September 22, 1985 P. 3 ********* [bur. 09-24-1985/age 71 yrs.] (28 Dec 1913/Sep 1985/SSDI)
FRANK RONSPIES Funeral services for Frank Ronspies, 77, of 1407-22nd St., Two Rivers, a World War I veteran and retired longtime Hamilton Mf. Co. employe, who died Saturday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. James Stamborski officiating. Military graveside rites will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Ronspies was born at Montello, Wis., July 4, 1895, son of the late Albert and Martha Pufahl Ronspies. He married Helen Sayeski at Two Rivers June 8, 1931. He was a member of Robert E. Burns Post 165, American Legion. Besides his wife he leaves a son (Survivors omitted for privacy.); a sister, Mrs. Damion Guderski of Green Lake, Wis., and three grandchildren. A son preceded him in death. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 o'clock this Monday afternoon where memorial services by the American Legion Post will be at 7:30 o'clock this Monday evening and for the parish at 8 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 16, 1972 ******* (4 July 1895/Oct. 1972/SSDI)
HELEN RONSPIES Mrs. Helen Ronspies, 72, of 1407-22nd St., Two Rivers, died Monday night at Sheboygan Memorial Hospital, Sheboygan. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Ronspies, nee Helen Sayeski, was born Feb. 11, 1905, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Jacob and Mathilda Kowalski Sayeski. She was married to Frank Ronspies June 8, 1931, at Sacred Heart Church. Mrs. Ronspies was a member of Ladies Sodality of Sacred Heart. Mr. Ronspies preceded her in death in 1972. Survivors include a son, Donald, of Sheboygan; three brothers, Joseph of Oshkosh, Stanley, of Two Rivers, and Anton of Chicago; two sisters, Mrs. Louis Frasch, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Martha Deichen, of Milwaukee and three grandchildren. A son, two brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 5 o'clock this Tuesday afternoon, where a memorial service will be at 7:30 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, April 5, 1977 p.14
KENNETH RONSPIES Kenneth, five-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank X. Ronspies, of 1047 22nd street, Two Rivers, died this morning at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital, following an illness of only a day. The parents and an older brother, Donald, 10, survive. Funeral services will be held at 9 o'clock Thursday morning at the Sacred Heart Catholic church, Two Rivers. Interment will be in the Holy Cross cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home from 7 o'clock this evening until the hour of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 25, 1945 P.2
CECELIA (HONEY) ROOT Mrs. J. Earl Root, the former Cele (Honey) Glesner, died early Monday morning at her home at Louisiana, Mo. Funeral services will be Wednesday morning at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Louisiana, the Rev. Father Flamm officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers, Thursday, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. A native of Two Rivers, she was employed in the office of the Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers. after her graduation from Two Rivers High School until her marriage at Two Rivers to Earl Root. She was a daughter of the late George and Mary Langley Glesner. Besides her husband, she leaves five sisters, Mrs. Irene Johnson, Mrs. Andrew (Leona) Pillasch and Mrs. Leo (Doris) Hallisy, all of Manitowoc, Mrs. Marvin (Mina) Sonntag of Milwaukee and Mrs. Albert (Frances) Gagnon of Two Rivers, and two brothers, Clarence and Edwin Glesner, both of Two Rivers. Stearne Funeral Home, Louisiana, has charge of the funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 6, 1968 P.15 ******** [Cecelia Louise Root]
DUWANE ROSIK Duwane A. Rosik, age 62 of 1912 Jefferson St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Friday evening March 12, 2004 at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Monday March 15, 2004 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Parish, Holy Redeemer Site, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William. G. O'Brien, with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Duwane was born Nov. 18, 1941 in Manitowoc, and attended St. Luke Parochial School, and Washington High School in Two Rivers. He was employed with Hamilton Industries in Two Rivers for 44 years, and was scheduled to begin his retirement on the day of his death. Duwane took great pride in his yard, and he loved his cats, his niece, nephews, and special great-niece, Jestina. He is survived by two sisters and brothers-in-law, Janet and Dale Swoboda, Two Rivers, Sharon and Keith Hollander, Evansville, Ind.; a loving niece and two nephews, Michelle (Dan) Hansen, Two Rivers, Aaron Swoboda, Milwaukee, and Jason Swoboda, Two Rivers; and a special great-niece, Jestina Swoboda. Friends may call at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish, Holy Redeemer Site, Two Rivers after 11 a.m. on Monday until the time of Mass at 12:30 p.m. There will be no visitation this evening. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers is assisting the Rosik family with funeral arrangements. God is the friend of silence. Trees, flowers, grass grow in silence. See the stars, moon, and the sun how they move in silence. -- Mother Teresa of Calcutta Duwane's retirement years were to begin this past Friday; Instead Our Lord had different plans for retirement as Duwane now enjoys eternal life with Jesus. Herald Times Reporter, March 14, 2004
ARLENE M. ROSINSKY Arlene M. (Bellin) Rosinsky, age 76, of Two Rivers, died early Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at her home, surrounded by her family. Arlene was born June 20, 1941 in Forestville, WI to the late George and Mayme (DuBois) Bellin. She graduated from Algoma High School in 1959. After high school she moved to Two Rivers and on November 10, 1962, she married Paul D. Rosinsky at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Arlene worked in the banking industry for many years. She enjoyed traveling, playing cards, and going to the casino; but Arlene's favorite past time was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Arlene is survived by her husband, Paul; one son, Steven and his wife, Gina of Kewaunee; two grandchildren, Samantha Bruechert and her husband, Derrick of Dahlonega, GA, Travis Rosinsky and his wife, Teal of Kewaunee; four great-grandchildren, Hannah and Jordan Bruechert; Paul and Trinity Rosinsky. She is further survived by a brother-in-law, Robert (Betty) Rosinsky; sisters-in-law, Gail Bellin, Joanne Schuh, and Judy Kaye; along with nieces, nephews and other relatives. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers: Gervaise and Gerald Bellin; sisters, Darlene Siebert and Carol Mae Bellin; and her father & mother-in-law, Harry and Orea Rosinsky. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3201 Mishicot Rd. Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Maurice Mmegbuadimma, with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Tuesday morning from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.dejamartin.com. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St. Two Rivers is assisting the Rosinsky family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., September 1, 2017
CHARLES (JESS) ROSINSKY Charles (Jess) Rosinsky, 43, of Two Rivers, died this morning at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital of pneumonia. He had walked to the hospital last night because he was ill. He was born in Two Rivers in 1901, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Rosinsky. He attended public schools at Two Rivers. For many years he was employed at the Aluminum Goods plant at Two Rivers and for the past four years was a welder at the Manitowoc Ship Building company. In 1934 he married Ida LaBine at Two Rivers and the couple settled there permanently. He is survived by his wife, one daughter (name omitted for privacy.); one brother, Joseph, Milwaukee; three sisters, Mrs. Harry Osesek, Manitowoc, Mrs. Anton Klein, Two Rivers, and Mrs. Edward Pech, route 2, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Mark's church, the Rev. Peter Nilles officiating. Burial will be in the Holy Cross cemetery. The body will lie in state at the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home, from 2 p.m. Sunday until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wis., Friday, April 6, 1945 pg. 2
ELOISE ROSINSKY Mrs. Raymond Rosinsky, 22, died at her home, 1015 Margaretha street, Two Rivers, this morning. Funeral services will be held in Two Rivers Saturday morning at 9:30 o'clock from the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home followed by burial services from St. Mark's Catholic church. Because of Holy Week the funeral mass will be postponed to Monday morning at 9 o'clock. The Rev. Peter Nilles will officiate. Mrs. Rosinsky, nee Eloise La Rose, was born in Two Rivers on Aug. 27, 1920. She was married to Raymond in 1938. Survivors are the widower; one daughter, Shirley Mae at home; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eldren La Rose of Two Rivers; and two brothers, William and Eldren, Jr., both of Two Rivers. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Thursday noon to the time of services. The rosary will be recited there Friday at 8:15 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 21, 1943 P.2
IDA ROSINSKY Mrs. Charles Rosinsky, 46, nee Ida Beaupre, of 1306 20th Street, Two Rivers, died today. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Luke church, Two Rivers, with burial in Holy Cross cemetery. She was born in Marinette county in 1902 and came to Two Rivers with her parents. She was married to Mr. Rosinsky who died in 1945. She was employed for a number of years at the Aluminum Goods company and the Eggers company. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Beaupre of Two Rivers; daughter, Mrs. Gordon Wesley of Pensacola, Fla.; brother, Clifford of this city, sister, Mrs. Ervin LaCoque of this city. The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc. funeral home, Two Rivers after 2 p.m. Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 13, 1948 P.2
PAUL D. ROSINSKY Two Rivers - Paul D. Rosinsky, age 81 of Two Rivers, died peacefully at home early Wednesday morning, March 31, 2021, surrounded by his family. Paul was born in Manitowoc on February 3, 1940 to Harry and Orea (Kramer) Rosinsky. He was a 1957 graduate of Lincoln High School, and after graduating went on to serve his country as a member of the U.S. Navy. On November 10, 1962, he married Arlene M. Bellin at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Arlene preceded him in death on August 30, 2017. Paul was employed at the Carron Net Company for over 30 years until his retirement. After retiring, Paul and Arlene enjoyed traveling and taking bus trips with the senior center. He also loved to fish, hunt, and occasionally try his luck at the casino. Above all, he enjoyed the time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include his son & daughter-in-law, Steven and Gina Rosinsky of Kewaunee; two grandchildren: Samantha Bruechert and her husband, Derrick of Dahlonega, GA, Travis Rosinsky and his wife, Teal of Kewaunee; four great-grandchildren: Hannah (Josh) and Jordan Bruechert; Paul and Trinity Rosinsky. He is further survived by a brother, Bob Rosinsky of Arizona; one sister, Judy Kaye of Mishicot; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Orea Rosinsky; his wife, Arlene; and siblings, Wayne and Donald Rosinsky, JoAnn Schuh, and Mary Ann Gates. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 10, 2021 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3201 Mishicot Rd. Two Rivers. Rev. Dave Pleier will officiate at the memorial mass, with burial to take place in Holy Cross Cemetery at a later date. Military graveside honors will be accorded at the church immediately following the mass by members of the American Legion Post #165 and VFW Post #1248 of Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church Saturday morning from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. Due to the current pandemic, social distance guidelines will be followed and masks will be required. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.dejamartin.com. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers is assisting the Rosinsky family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the doctors and nursing staff at the V.A. Clinic in Green Bay and Green Bay Oncology for the wonderful care provided. Special thanks also to the caregivers of Aurora at Home Hospice for the compassionate care and assistance. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wis., April 3, 2021
IRENE ROSS IRENE ELLIOTT DIES AT HOSPITAL HERE Irene Elliott (sic), 27, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Elliott, 2014 Garfield street, died Sunday morning at the hospital where she had been a patient for several days. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at nine from St. Luke's Catholic church. The deceased was born in Escanaba, Mich., in 1905 and moved here with her parents when a babe. She was married in 1926? to Edward Rose (sic). She had been employed at Plant No. 1 of the Goods Co. here. Besides her parents, she is survived by one son, Dale Rose (sic), and three sisters, Mrs. Harry Guehldorf, Gertrude and Ella, all of this city. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 11, 1932 P.9
ARNOLD ROWRAY Arnold G. Rowray, age 80, who had been residing at the Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc, passed away Sunday, March 28, 1993, at the Home. There will be no visitation or services, cremation will have taken place. Interment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born June 20, 1912, in Two Rivers, son of the late George and Teckla Schwers Swoboda Rowray. He attended schools in Two Rivers, graduating from Washington High School in 1931. At the age of 20 he moved to Detroit, Mich., and worked at a lead glass shop for many years, later returning to Manitowoc. He is survived by a half brother, James Swoboda, Sheboygan; a brother-in-law, Peter Neuser, Manitowoc; a cousin, Marie Sosnosky, Two Rivers; nieces, two nephews, a great niece and great nephews. The Jens Funeral Home and Crematory assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, March 29, 1993 P. A2 ********* (20 Jun 1912/28 Mar 1993/SSDI)
STELLA ROWTON Stella H. Rowton, suddenly, beloved mother of John CPD, James and Robert; loving sister of Frank Polek. Retired employee of Illinois Bell Telephone Co. Services Wednesday, 10 am at Krauspe Funeral Home (Friel Funeral Directors), 3905 N. Lincoln Ave. Interment private. Visitation Tuesday, 6 to 9 pm. 525-0529 Chicago Tribune, Tues., June 18, 1985 page 6 Section 2
WINFRED ROY Winfred Roy, 50, operator of the Club Tavern on Memorial Drive, died Tuesday night at the Maple -illegible----. Funeral services will be 8:30 a.m. Friday at the Klein & Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers and at 9 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Edward Wagner officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Roy was born at Green Bay, February 4, 1907, a son of the late John and Minnie Beth Roy. In 1929 he moved to Milwaukee where on October 20 of that year, he married the former Myrtle Weber in that city. In 1949 the couple moved to Manitowoc where Mr. Roy was one of the operators of the Central Spool and Tube Co. in that city until 1952 when he took over the Club Tavern. Besides his wife, he leaves a sister, Mrs. John Dose of Rt. 1, Two Rivers. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, Aug. 28, 1957 page 15 ******** [Winfred Thomas Roy]
JAMES AND VICKY ROYER Funeral services for Mr. and Mrs. James Royer, 19 and 18, respectively, of 1233 S. 7th St., Manitowoc, who died of injuries in a traffic accident Sunday morning, will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. James Royer was born Feb. 13, 1953, at Escanaba, Mich., son of Kenneth and Mary LaChappele Royer, of 352 McKinley St., Town of Two Rivers. When he was a child the family brought him to the Two Rivers area. He attended St. Mark Parochial School at Two Rivers and was graduated with the Class of 1971 at Washington High School, Two Rivers. He was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc. He married Vicki De Grand in Michigan in November, 1971. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Mrs. Royer, nee Vicki De Grand, was born May 13, 1953, at Algoma, daughter of Donald De Grand and Audrey Hoffman De Grand Ronsman. She was graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the Class of 1971 and was married to James Royer last November. She had been a waitress at Manitowoc Motor Hotel. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call from 4 o'clock this Monday afternoon to 9 o'clock this Monday evening where memorial services for Mr. and Mrs. Royer will be at 7:45 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 13, 1972
ANDREW ROZMARYNOSKI Andrew Rozmarynoski, 70, of 1522 Monroe St., Two Rivers, retired longtime operator of Rozy's Bar at that address, died unexpectedly Sunday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. James Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Rozmarynoski was born at Pulaski Nov. 22, 1901, son of the late Jacob and Valentina Zwicki Rozmarynoski. He married Susan Delsmann at Sacred Heart Church, Manitowoc, July 7, 1937. The couple operated a tavern at 16th and Monroe streets for many years, retiring two years ago. He was a member of the Two Rivers Aerie of Eagles. Besides his wife he leaves two sisters, Mrs. John Philipps, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Bernard Konell, of Marinette; a brother, Edward, of Niles, Ill., retired trainer of the Chicago Bears football team, and a number of nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, where memorial services will be at 6:30 o'clock this Monday evening for the parish and for the Eagles at 7 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 7, 1972 ******** (22 Nov. 1901/Feb. 1972/SSDI)
EDWIN N. ROZMARYNOSKI Edwin "Rozy" Rozmarynoski, age 72 of 1723 Lincoln St., Two Rivers, passed into God's hand late Thursday evening, December 30, 1999 at North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. A memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, January 3, 2000 at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Larry Seidl, cremation will have taken place. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Rozy was born February 1, 1927 in Two Rivers, to the late Stanley & Sophia (Wroblewski) Rozmarynoski. He attended public grade school in Two Rivers, and graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School with the class of 1945. He then joined the United States Coast Guard, and served his country until being honorably discharged in May of 1946. On January 11, 1947 he was married to Cecilia LaMarsh at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co. for over 40 years, where he was a press operator, gang leader and foreman and for the last several years was general supervisor of the Steel plant. He retired from Hamilton's in 1989. Rozy always enjoyed his patio swing on his porch, where he would wave to his friends. He enjoyed 53 years of marriage with his wife, Cele, and greatly enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Cele Rozmarynoski, Two Rivers; two sons, Gary Rozmarynoski, Green Bay; Chuck (Sue) Rozmarynoski, Highlands Ranch, Colorado; four grandchildren, Scott & Casey Rozmarynoski of Green Bay; Kaley & Ryan Rozmarynoski of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; two brothers and two sisters, Marvin (Mary Jane) Rozmarynoski, Two Rivers; Edward (Ellie) Rozmarynoski, De Pere, Martha (Harold) Kramer, Manitowoc, and Irene (Lou) Marchant, Ft. Meyers, FL. He is further survived by two sisters-in-law, and one brother-in-law, Mrs. Arlene LaMarsh, Two Rivers, Mrs. Phyllis Rozmarynoski, Gardner, WI, and Donald Kletzein, Las Vegas, numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Robert Rozmarynoski, two sisters, Elaine (Harold) Jacquette, and Bena Kletzein, and one sister-in-law, Mrs. Rose (Claude) Beth. The family will greet relatives and friends after 5:30 p.m. on Monday at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, until the time of service at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established in Rozy's name. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to all the Doctors, and the entire staff of the North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center for all their special care and concern given to Rozy. Also a sincere Thank You to special friends, Marcy, Leona & Buddy, Eunice and Jerry. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Sunday, January 2, 2000 pg. A2
JACOB ROZMARYNOSKI Jacob Rozmarynoski, 79, a resident of Two Rivers for the past 34 years, died at the municipal hospital at Two Rivers late Saturday afternoon after a short illness. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning, at 8:30 from the Jansky funeral home and at 9 o'clock from Sacred Heart Catholic church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Joseph Gabryszck will officiate and interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery. Mr. Rozmarynoski was born in Poland July 15, 1859 and came to this country 55 years ago. Fifty years ago he came to Wisconsin and lived at several places before coming to Two Rivers in 1904. He took employment at the Hamilton Manufacturing company plant and held a position there until 10 years ago when he retired. On Feb. 5, 1887 he married Miss Valentine Zwicki, who preceded him in death several years ago. Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Napoleon Bruneau, Mrs. John Kopetsky, and Mrs. John Phillips, all of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Bernard Konell of Marinette; five sons, Stanley, Andrew and John of Two Rivers, Joseph of Manitowoc, and Edward, trainer of Marquette university athletic teams, Milwaukee; one sister, Mrs. Martin Wendkoski of Pulaski, Wis.; and 25 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 18, 1938 P.2
JOHN ROZMARYNOSKI (d. 1959) John Rozmarynoski, 53, of 2033-24th St., Two Rivers, died early Friday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient since Monday. He had been failing since early in January after becoming afflicated with a stroke. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. John Rozmarynoski was born June 24, 1906 in Two Rivers a son of the late Jacob and Valentina Zywicki Rozmarynoski. He attended Sacred Heart parochial school. For nearly 20 years he was an employe of the Metal Ware Corp. of Two Rivers. ???? ??? of the Two Rivers Aerie Fraternal Order of Eagles. Besides his wife, the former Minnie Cornils, whom he married at Sacred Heart church July 3, 1937, he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Henry Gray of Two Rivers, and Miss Carol Mae at home; two sisters, Mrs. John Phillips of Two Rivers and Mrs. Bernard Konell of Marinette; and two brothers, Andrew of Two Rivers, and Edward of Niles, Ill., trainer of the Chicago Bears football club. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 13, 1959 P. 15
JOHN ROZMARYNOSKI (d. 1961) Funeral services for John, day-old son of Marvin and Mary Jane Strouf Rozmarynoski of 2011 School St., Two RiverS, born at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Friday and who died Saturday, were at 10 a.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Adolph Dolezal officiating. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Besides his parents he leaves a sister, Kim, at home; two brothers, David and Lee, at home; the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Leon Strouf, of Two Rivers; the paternal grandmother, Mrs. Stanley Rozmarynoski, of Two Rivers, and the maternal great grandmother, Mrs. Blanche Strouf, of Niagara, Wis. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 14, 1961 P.11
MINNIE ROZMARYNOSKI Minnie Rozmarynoski, age 85, a resident of Mueller Manor, Two Rivers, died Friday morning, January 24, 1997, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 28, 1997, at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Paul Schumacher with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Minnie was born on March 3, 1911, in Wausau, Wis., daughter of the late John and Bertha Berg Cornil. On July 3, 1937, she married John C. Rozmarynoski at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on November 13, 1959. Minnie was employed at Mirro Aluminum Company for many years until her retirement. She was a member of the Two Rivers Senior Center and Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law, Lou Ann and Henry Gray, Mishicot, Carol Ploeckelmann, Two Rivers; one brother, Edward Cornils, Two Rivers; five grandsons, Michael Gray and his wife, Barbara, Daniel Gray and his wife, Patty, Patrick Gray and his fianc? Stephanie, Peter Gray and his special friend, Susan, Jerry Ploeckelmann and his wife, Tina; eight great-grandchildren, Curtis, Lance, Andrew, Thomas, Sarah, Eric, Chastity, Destiny. She was also preceded in death by one son-in-law, Gerald Ploeckelmann, seven brothers and two sisters. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home on Monday from 4-8 p.m. A Prayer Service will be held at 7 p.m led by Rev. Paul Schumacher. Herald Times Reporter, January 26, 1997 P. A2 ********* (3 Mar. 1911/24 Jan. 1977/SSDI)
PHYLLIS ROZMARYNOSKI Phyllis M. Rozmarynoski, age 76, of Sturgeon Bay, and formerly of Two Rivers, died Wednesday morning, August 30, 2000, at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, September 1, 2000, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Stan Browne. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. She was born December 12, 1923, in the town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, daughter of the late John and Margaret Johnson Reynolds. She attended Kewaunee area schools and was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers. She married Robert J. Rozmarynoski on May 11, 1942, at Milwaukee, Wis. He preceded her in death on March 9, 1988. Phyllis was formerly employed by the Mirro Company and Hamilton Industries. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Donald Zak, Sturgeon Bay, and Robert Jr. and Toni Rozmarynoski, Warner Robbins, Ga.; nine grandchildren ten great grandchildren; one sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Charles Huck, Moreno Valley, Calif.; one sister-in-law, Florence Reynolds, Two Creeks; brothers- in-law and sistes-in-law, Edward and Ellie Rozmarynoski, DePere, Martha and Harold Kraemer, Manitowoc, Marvin and Mary Jane Rozmarynoski, Two Rivers, Irene and Lou Marchant, Fort Myers, Fla., Cele Rozmarynoski, Two Rivers, Donald Kletzien, Las Vegas, Nev. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two brothers, two brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law. Friends may call at St. Luke Catholic Church on Friday, September 1, 2000, from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 2 pm. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Robert and Phyllis Rozmarynoski, Sr., may be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin, 200 Regency Ct., Suite 100, Brookfield, WI 53045. Herald Times Reporter, August 31, 2000 P. A2
ROBERT J. ROZMARYNOSKI Robert J. Rozmarynowski, 65, of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, died Wednesday, March 9, 1988 at his home. Funeral services will be 10 am Saturday at St. Lukes Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Stan Browne will officiate with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Military graveside services will be held by Mishicot Post of VFW. Mr. Rozmarynowski was born April 26, 1922, son of the late Stanley and Sophia Wrobleski Rozmarynowski. He served in the United States Army during World War II in the South Pacific. He married the former Phyllis Reynolds on May 11, 1942 at Milwaukee. Mr. Rozmarynoski worked at Mirro Corporation for 35 years, retiring in 1984. He was a lifetime member of VFW Post in Mishicot and a member of Door County Fish, Farm and Game Club. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Ronald Rozmarynowski of Sturgeon Bay and Robert Jr. and Toni Rozmarynowski of Warner Robbins, Georgia; a daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Donald Zak of Strugeon Bay; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Edwin and Cele Rozmarynoski of Two Rivers, Marvin and Mary Jane Rozmarynoski of Two Rivers and Edward and Eleanor Rozmarynowski of DePere; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Martha and Harold Kramer of Cato, Wisconsin, Irene and Francis Wergin of Sebring, Florida, Albina and Donald Kletzien of Las Vegas, Nevada and Elaine and Harold Jacquette of Two Rivers; eight grandchildren, four great grandchildren, four step grandchildren and five step great grandchildren also survive. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm Friday. Memorial service will be held at 7 pm Friday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., March 10, 1988 page 8
SOPHIA ROZMARYNOSKI Mrs. Sophia Roszmarynoski(sic), 80, of 2013-24th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Roszmarynoski, nee Sophia Wrobleski, was born April 12, 1896, at Pulaski, daughter of the late John and Bernice Skotarcek Wrosleski. She was married to Stanley Roszmarynoski Feb. 17, 1914, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death Nov. 2, 1953. Survivors include four sons, Edward, of DePere and Robert, Marvin and Edwin, of Two Rivers; four daughters, Mrs. Harold (Martha) Krame, of Branch, Mrs. Francis (Irene) Wergun, of Sturgeon Bay, Mrs. Donald (Albena) Kletzien, of Menasha and Mrs. Harold (Elaine) Jacquette, of Two Rivers, three sisters, 32 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and seven step-great grandchildren. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 o'clock this Thursday afternoon, where a memorial service will be at 7:30 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, September 30, 1976 P. 16 ******** (12 Apr. 1896/Sept. 1976/SSDI)
STANLEY ROZMARYNOSKI Taken seriously ill just a week ago while at work at the Hamilton Manufacturing Company, Two Rivers, where he had been employed for 43 years, Stanley Rozmarynoski, 64, 2013 24th St., Two Rivers, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital early Monday. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Born at Pulaski, Wis., in 1888, a son of the late Jacob and Valentine Zywicki Rozmarynoski, he attended school there until he was 14 when the family brought him to Two Rivers, where he resided since. For the past 43 years he worked in the wood cutting department of the Hamilton company at Two Rivers. Besides his wife, the former Sophia Wroblewski, whom he married in Two Rivers in 1914, he leaves four daughters, Mrs. Harold Kraemer and Mrs. Francis Wergin, both of Manitowoc; Mrs. Donald Kletzein of Menasha and Mrs. Harold Jacquette of Two Rivers, and four sons, Robert and Edwin of Two Rivers, and Marvin and Edward Rozmarynoski, both serving in the U.S. Navy, at Long Beach, Calif. and Imperial Beach, Calif., respectively. Rozmarynoski also leaves three sisters, Mrs. John Kopetsky and Mrs. John Phillips of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Bernard Connell of Marinette, and three brothers, Andrew and John of Two Rivers, and Edward of Chicago, trainer of the Chicago Bears football club. There are 18 grandchildren. Rozmarynoski was affiliated with the Eagles for 35 years and also belonged to the Hamilton "30-Year Club," and the Hamilton Goodfellowship Club. Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 2 p.m. Tuesday to the time of services. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 2, 1953 P. 17
SUSAN ROZMARYNOSKI Mrs. Susan Rozmarynoski, 69, formerly of 1522 Monroe St., Two Rivers, died Thursday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30am Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. James Stamborski will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rozmarynoski, nee Susan Delsmann, was born Oct. 1, 1904 at Francis Creek, daughter of the late Frank and Margaret Andres Delsmann. She was married to Andrew Rozmarynoski, July 7, 1937, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1972. Survivors include four brothers, Frank, William and Ben of Manitowoc and Jake of Cooperstown; five sisters Mrs. Agnes Reynolds of Two Rivers, Mrs. Rose Kochan of Francis Creek, Miss Clara Delsmann of Green Bay, Mrs. Eugene (Gertrude) Rosinsky, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Robert (Margaret) Swope of Oregon and nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Inc., Two Rivers after 4 o'clock this Friday afternoon where a memorial service will be held at 7:30 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter March 29, 1974 p.16 ******** (01 Oct 1904/Mar 1974/SSDI)
FRANK J. ROZMARYNOWSKI Frank Rosmarynoski (sic), 45, Two Rivers, died at the Veterans hospital at Milwaukee last Thursday and the body was returned to Two Rivers where funeral services were held Saturday morning. Survivors are the father, five brothers and five sisters. Manitowoc Sun Messenger, September 24, 1937 P.2 ********* Frank Rosmarynoski, 45, Two Rivers, died at the Veterans' hospital in Milwaukee, Thursday, where he had been a patient for the past nine weeks. Military rites will be accorded the late World war veteran in funeral services which will be held at nine o'clock Saturday morning at Sacred Heart church, Two Rivers, the Robert E. Burns post 165, American Legion in charge. The Rev. John S. Landowski, pastor of the church, also a World war veteran, will officiate. Mr. Rosmarynoski had been an employe of the Metalware corporation for nearly 10 years. Illness early in the year forced his retirement. Surviving are his father, five sisters and five brothers. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, September 17, 1937 P. 2
ADOLPH RUDEBECK Adolph Rudebeck, 66, who played basketball at Two Rivers with the famous Reach team back in 1904, and a veteran of the Spanish-American war, died Monday night at his home, 1800 East street, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the St. Luke's Catholic church, Two Rivers, with burial in Holy Cross cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, from Wednesday afternoon until hour of services. The rosary will be recited Wednesday evening at 7:45. Mr. Rudebeck was born in Kewaunee in 1879 and became a fisherman in Two Rivers at an early age. On June 24, 1898 he enlisted in Co. H of the 2nd Wisconsin Infantry and saw duty with that outfit during the Pueto (sic) Rican campaign of that year. He was honorably discharged from the army Nov. 16, 1898. Mr. Rudebeck's death leaves Joseph Pilon the lone Spanish-American war veteran in Two Rivers. Both were members of the Lawton Camp of the United Spanish War Veterans of Manitowoc. Following his return from the war, Mr. Rudebeck was employed as a spinner at the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company in Two Rivers and in late years, until ill health forced his retirement, was employed by the Hamilton Manufacturing company. "Dolph" Rudebeck was a running mate of the late Frank Lamach on the widely known Reach Athletic club basketball team from 1904 to 1906, which club was considered one of the best in the middle west. On the team with Mr. Rudebeck at the time when the R.A.C.'s found the old Port Washington Maroons as their most formidable rivals, were Frank Lamach, playing the forward opposite Rudebeck; Gust (Shorty) Belz, center, and Reid and Julius Belz, guards. Julius Belz is now the lone survivor of that early team. Mr. Rudebeck served the first ward as alderman for two terms, 1916-1920. He married Elmyra Louiseau in 1901. Mrs. Rudebeck survives her husband. Other survivors are a son, Aloysius, of Two Rivers, and a daughter, Wilma, a nurse at St. Nicholas hospital, Sheboygan. Two brothers, George Rudebeck of Neenah and Ervin of Sheboygan, and two sisters, Mrs. George Peot, Sr., and Mrs. William Westphal, of Two Rivers, also survive. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 29, 1946 P.2
******** A TIMELY RESCUE While Manville Lafond and Adolph Rudebeck were returning from their fishing grounds in their mackinac last Wednesday, they encountered the terrific gale which sprung up so suddenly from the northeast and while on the bay about three miles southwest of here their boat was capsized by the wind and sunk stern first in about 30 feet of water, leaving the bow just above the surface. They managed to get upon the forward mast, which fortunately remained in position and to this they clung until rescued by the Life Saving Crew from this place who had witnessed the accident and went at once to the rescue. The rescue was very credible to the life saves, both as regards their vigilance and prompt action. The unfortunate men were nearly exhausted when rescued and could have held out but a few minutes longer. George Gagnon went out with his gasoline launch and Capt. Gunderson went with his tug, Trio, to tender such assistance as might be in their power. The rescued men were put aboard the tug where they could find shelter from the wind and have the benefit of the warmth from the furnace and then all hands went to work to save the boat and such of its contents as was found afloat. A line was fastened to the bow of the sunken boat and after righting it, it was towed to this place by the tug. About 200 pounds of fish and a box of nets were lost through the mishap. Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., July 4, 1899
ALOYSIUS RUDEBECK Aloysius (Al) Rudebeck, 52, of _806 Monroe St., Two Rivers, former tenor soloist with the Meistersinger Guild Male Chorus of Two Rivers and a mason contractor for a number of years, died at midnight Thursday at the Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc. He underwent surgery a week ago. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Patrick McMahon officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rudebeck was born in Two Rivers on Feb. 13, 1903, a son of the late Adolph and Elmyra Louiseau Rudebeck. He attended the St. Luke Parochial School and was graduated from Two Rivers High School with the class of 1921. Several years after his graduation he became a clerk in the Two Rivers Post Office and later worked at the Manitowoc Equipment Works at Manitowoc. For the past seven years he was engaged as a mason contractor in Two Rivers. A gifted singer since his early youth, Mr. Rudebeck did tenor solo work with the Meistersinger Guild Male Chorus for many years and was active in the organization until a few years ago. He was also a member of the Eagles. Surviving Mr. Rudebeck are his wife, the former Leona Petri whom he married on Aug, 24, 19?2; his mother of Two Rivers; two daughters, Mrs. Richard Henrickson and Mrs. Joseph Henrickson of Two Rivers; three sons, Mark, Frederick and Wayne Rudebeck of Two Rivers and two grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will be recited at 745 p.m. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 21, 1955 P. 27 ******** Members of the Two Rivers Aerie of Eagles will meet at the funeral home at 8 p.m. Friday to pay their respects to the late member of the organization. Surviving Mr. Rudebeck are his wife, the former Leona Petri Geimer whom he married on Aug. 4, 19?2, his mother, two daughters, Mrs. Richard Henrickson and Mrs. Joseph Honzik, of Two Rivers, and three sons, Mark and Wayne Rudebeck and Frederick Geimer, of Two Rivers, and a sister, Mrs. John VandeKreek of Sheboygan. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 22, 1955 P.17 ******* [Aloysius Rudebek] ******** Marriage of Aloysius Rudebeck & Agnes Lintereur Miss Agnes Lintereur, a popular young lady of this city became the bride of Aloysius Rudebeck, son of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Rudebeck of the Eastside Wednesday morning. The Rev. C.V. Hugo performed the ceremony at St. Luke's church. The attending couple was Miss Blanche Lintereur of Green Bay, sister of the bride and Colbert Rudebeck, brother of the groom. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Octavia Heroux of Green Bay. She has been a resident of this city for the past eight years. The groom is a member of various musical organizations. he is a graduate of the Two Rivers high School of the class of 1921 and holds a position with the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Co. A reception at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Joseph Neveau, Jefferson Street. A large number of relatives and friends attended. Following the reception a dance took place at Washington hall. The Reporter - Fri., Oct. 24, 1924 ******** (Only Aloysius here- per Agnes' brother's obit, she was living in Georgia in 1973)
COLBERT RUDEBECK TELEPHONE CO. EMPLOYE DIES Week's Illness With Pneumonia Is Fatal To Colbert Rudebeck Two Rivers today was shocked by the unexpected death of Colbert Rudebeck, 31, an employe of the telephone company for 13 years. He died at his home at 1617 23rd street at 6 o'clock Wednesday night as a result of pneumonia. Mr. Rudebeck, who entered the employ of the Two Rivers Telephone company at the age of 18 and continued as a trouble repairman later with the Commonwealth Telephone company, its successor, had been ill only a week. Pneumonia developed Tuesday, hastening his death. Funeral services will be held Saturday morning at 8:30 from the home and at 9 o'clock from St. Luke's Catholic church. Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery. The remains were taken to the residence from the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home this afternoon. The deceased, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Rudebeck, was born in Two Rivers May 24, 1904. He attended the St. Luke's parochial school and in his youth started in the employ of the telephone company. He was a faithful worker and was held in high esteem by his employers. On Aug. 12, 1925 the deceased married Mary Spaeth, a daughter of Mrs. Andrew Spaeth. The widow survives with a son, William, 8 years old, his parents, a sister, Miss Wilma Rudebeck, a nurse at the Two Rivers hospital, and a brother, Aloysius Rudebeck, also of this city. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 6, 1935 P.11
******** In the presence of a large number of friends and relatives, Miss Mary A. Spaeth, daughter of Mrs. Andrew Spaeth, 1613 Twenty-Third Street, became the bride of Colbert C. Rudebeck,, son of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Rudebeck, 1800 East Street, Tuesday morning. The Reverend Hugo officiated at the ceremony. The bride was attended by Miss Wilma Rudebeck as maid-of-honor and the Misses Irene Wachtel and Irma Havel as bridesmaids. George Spaeth was best man and the groom was also attended by Arthur LaFave and Reuben Gauthier. A reception was held at the home of the bride's mother where breakfast, dinner and supper was served to a large number of guests. Mr. and Mrs. Rudebeck left on a wedding trip Tuesday afternoon which will take them to Marshfield and International Falls. They will return after two weeks to reside in this city and will be home to friends at East Street after September 1st. The Reporter - Fri., Aug. 14, 1925
ELMYRA RUDEBECK Mrs. Elmyra Rudebeck, 94, lifelong Two Rivers east side resident, died Friday morning at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Rudebeck, nee Elmyra Louiseau, was born March 23, 1879, at Two Rivers, a daughter of the late Gilbert and Margaret Martin Louiseau. She was married in 1901 to Adolph Rudebeck, who preceded her in death in 1946. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. John (Wilma) Van De Kreeke of Sheboygan, seven grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Two sons preceded her in death. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers after 2 p.m. Sunday where memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, January 26, 1974 P.10
JANET RUDEBECK Mrs. Janet Rudebeck, 39, of 1924 Roosevelt Ave., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly at her home early Wednesday morning. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels and at 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Rudebeck, nee Janet Dodge, was born June 4, 1932, at Two Rivers, daughter of Orrin and the late Dorothy Yelmene Dodge. She attended St. Mark Parochial School and Washington High School, graduating from the latter in 1950. Prior to her marriage she was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. and at Penney's store as a clerk for a number of years. Besides her father, she is survived by a daughter; three son (Survivors omitted for privacy.); and two brothers, Kenneth and Robert, of Two Rivers. Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday. Memorial services will be at 8 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 22, 1971
LEONA RUDEBECK Leona Rudebeck, age 91, a resident of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, formerly of 2806 Monroe St., died early Friday morning, December 20, 1996, at the home. Funeral Services will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, December 23, 1996, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Paul Schumacher and burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemtery (sic), Two Rivers. Leona was born October 23, 1905, in Mishicot, daughter of the late John and Anna Steiner Petri. She married Fredrick Geimer and he preceded her death (sic). She then married Aloysius Rudebeck and he preceded her in death in 1955. Leona was employed at Hamilton Manufacturing and later at Schroeder's Department Store for many years. She was a very active member of the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary serving as secretary for many years and was voted into the Ealges (sic) Hall of Fame. She was a member of the Homemakers Club and the Two Rivers Senior Citizens. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Ardis and Joe Honzik, Florida; two sons and daughters-in-law, Fritz and Junelle Geimer, White Fish Bay, Mark and Diane Rudebeck, Two Rivers; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Lucille Ackermann, Two Rivers; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends survive. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Harold and Ralph Petri, two sisters- in-law, Marcella and Florence Petri, one brother-in-law, William Ackermann. Friends may call at the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church from 5-6 p.m. on Monday. Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, December 20, 1996 P. A2
WILLIAM C. RUDEBECK William C. Rudebeck Sr., 54, of 1617-23rd St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening, May 13, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rudebeck was born Sept. 22, 1926, at Two Rivers, son of Mary Spaeth Rudebeck and the late Colbert Rudebeck. He served in the United States Army during World War II and married Lorraine LaChapelle Sept. 6, 1947, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Mr. Ruedebeck was a marketing manager at Curtin-Matheson Company, Two Rivers. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, William and Carol Rudebeck of Waukesha; five daughters and two sons-in-law, Diane Rudebeck, Jane Hrdina and Lynn and Jeff Harding of Two Rivers, Nancy and Brian Schmitt of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Mary Rudebeck of Rockford; three grandchildren, Christopher and Jason Hrdina and Jaclyn Rudebeck; his mother and step father, Mary and Clem Monka of Two Rivers, and a step brother and sister-in-law, Reginald and Marge Monka of Manitowoc. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. Friday. A memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, May 14, 1981 P. 3 ********* [bur. 05-16-1981/age 54 yrs.]
FLORA RUDOLPH Mrs. Walter C. Rudolph, 76, of 2824-36th St., Two Rivers, died early Tuesday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. Officiating will be Ronald C. Sieber, branch president of Church of Jesus Christ, Latter Day Saints, Sheboygan. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers Mrs. Rudolph, nee Flora Klingbeil, was born April 10, 1897, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Carl and Anna Tesch Klingbeil. She was married Oct. 1, 1919, to Walter C. Rudolph at Manitowoc. She was a member of the Manitowoc Homemakers and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Drews-Bleser Post No. 88, American Legion, Manitowoc, and the Senior Citizens of Two Rivers and Manitowoc. Besides her husband she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Paul (Betty) Tikalsky, of Jackson, Mich.; a son, Karl, of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Clara Ludwig, of Manitowoc; three brothers, Louis and Carl, of Manitowoc and Richard, of New Orleans, La.; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Friends may call from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral chapels. Herald Times Reporter, February 6, 1974 P.18 ******* (10 Apr. 1897/Feb. 1974/SSDI)
WALTER C. RUDOLPH Walter C. Rudolph, 86, of 2824-36th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening, October 21, at Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rudolph was born May 9, 1895, at Denver, Colo., son of the late Robert and Hedwig Maas Rudolph. When he was three years old the family came to Manitowoc where he attended schools. He was a veteran of World War I and married Flora Klingbeil Oct. 1, 1919, at Manitowoc. He had been employed as chief engineer with Mirro Corporation, retiring in 1960. He was a member of Senior Citizens, Warblers of Manitowoc, Odd Fellows and American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88. His wife preceded him in death in 1974. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Karl R. and Edna Rudolph of Two Rivers; a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Paul Tikalsky of Wheeling, Ill., eight grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday. Herald Times Reporter, October 22, 1981 P. 3 ********* CORP. RUDOLPH, GUARD TO WILSON, HOME FROM OVERSEAS Denied the excitement of getting into real action when his command was halted en route to the front by the signing of the armistice, Walter Rudolph, a Manitowoc soldier boy who has just returned from overseas, had plenty of experience in service and enjoyed the distinction of having been a member of the personal guard to Woodrow Wilson at the time of the president's first visit to France and of accompanying the chief executive of the nation on his return trip on the George Washington. Corp. Rudolph had a personal introduction to President and Mrs. Wilson and he was most favorably impressed with the president, who, to use his own words, is "a real man with none of the frills of the aristocracy and not a bit 'stuck up' because of the exalted position which he holds." President Wilson chatted with the boys of his personal guard all of whom he met personally at a reception which he gave at Paris and Corp. Rudolph says that the affair was of that informal character which made the boys feel at home even with their distinguished host. Corp. Rudolph is a son of Mrs. Hedwig Rudolph and enlisted May 24 last year and had been overseas six months before his return. He received his discharge at Camp Grant after spending ten days at Camp Merritt, New Jersey. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, April 15, 1919 Page 7 ******** MANITOWOC SOLDIER GUARDS HOUSE OF WILSON IN PARIS Walter Rudolph, this City, One of 250 Picked for Duty, Writes of French City- Buerstatte Was on Peace Mission in 1898 To be one of the 250 men picked for service as a guard to President Wilson during his stay in Paris is the distinguished honor which came to a Manitowoc soldier boy serving with the colors overseas, cards received from Walter Rudolph, of this city, saying that he had been detailed with the 250 picked men for service in the city of Paris with President Wilson. According to Priv. Rudolph, who is a son of Mrs. Hedwig Rudolph South Fifteenth street this city, the detail with which he is serving guards the residence at which President Wilson makes his headquarters. Each member of the command serves for a period of twenty- four hours and is then granted leave of absence from duty for forty-eight hours. Rudolph says that the soldier boys are privileged to visit the points of interest in the city and to amuse themselves while not on duty and he says that he is enjoying some wonderful experiences in the famed French city. Priv. Rudolph is one of eighteen men of the German M.E. church congregation who are in service, two of the number having met death overseas. Julius Buerstatte, to whom Priv. Rudolph has written, takes a keen interest in the young man who is undergoing an experience which Mr. Buerstatte himself had some twenty years ago. Mr. Buerstatte was with the Cuban Peace mission at the close of the Spanish-American war in 1898 and was with the staff of Admiral Sampson and Gens. Butler and Wade and others of his staff landed to take quarters in Cuba pending the peace meeting. Mr. Buerstatte was detailed to inspect the electrical wiring of the headquarters house of the American mission. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, January 28, 1919 Page 1 ********* [bur. 10-24-1981/age 86 yrs.] (09 May 1895/Oct 1981/SSDI)
ALBERT RUELLE Albert J. Ruelle, 76, of 214 Jesse St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, with the Rev. Michael Koch officiating and burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Ruelle was born May 1, 1899, in Lena, Wis., son of Eli Ruelle and Emily Wells Dupuis. He married Dorothy Stangel July 23, 1938, at Algoma, Wis. Mr. Ruelle was employed at Mirro until his retirement at age 65. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Bob (Emily) Keller of Two Rivers; two sons, Anthony C. of Rt. 2, Koeppel Lane, Manitowoc, William, residing at home; a sister, Mrs. Fred Krey, Two Rivers; a brother, Robert, of Menasha, and three grandchildren. Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home from 3 p.m. Sunday and memorial services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Sunday evening. Herald Times Reporter, December 27, 1975 P.3 ******* (1 May 1899/Dec. 1975/SSDI)
ALEX RUELLE Alex Ruelle, 88, of 1901-13th St., Two Rivers, died early Friday a the home of a daughter, Mrs. Arthur Sterckx (sic) of 610-9th St., Green Bay, after a long illness. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Mark Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Edward Wagner officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Alex Ruelle was born May 17, 1869 at Mishicot, a son of the late Lawrence and Jesse Landry Ruelle. In 1888 he married the former Georgiana Emond at Stiles, Wis., who died in Two Rivers in April of 1931. In 1932 he then married Jennie Leroux at Lena, who..(line underinked)..third marriage was to Mrs. Mary Meneau in Two Rivers, in 1947. She died on April 22, 1957 in Two Rivers. Mr. Ruelle came to Two Rivers in 1919 from International Falls, Minn, and had resided there since. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Mark Church. Surviving Mr. Ruelle are the daughter, Mrs. Sterckx, six step-daughters, Mrs. Walter Morey, Mrs. Earl Tome and Mrs. Rudolph Prucha of Two Rivers; Mrs. Edward Domnitz of Myrtle Creek, Ore.; Mrs. John Bacon and Mrs. Frederick Levenhagen of Manitowoc; three sons, Lawrence, George and Arsen Ruelle, all of International Falls, Minn.; a stepson, Arnold Meneau of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Louis Burbey of Pound, Wis.; three brothers, Louis of Two Rivers, Wilfred of Niagara, Wis., and Levi Ruelle of Kenosha. There are 24 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 7 p.m. Saturday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 23, 1957 P.13 ******** [Alexander Ruelle]
ARTHUR RUELLE Funeral services for Arthur Ruelle, 77, of 2608-13th St., Two Rivers, who died Friday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Mark Catholic Church, the Rev. Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Ruelle was born July 10, 1896, at Lena, a son of the late Eli and Emily Wells Ruelle. He married the former Sophia Vanden Busch Vieau at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, April 10, 1923. A longtime employe of Mirro Aluminum Co., he retired in 1964. Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Paul (Alice) Posvic and Mrs. Hilary (Marion) Hearley of Two Rivers; two sons, Robert of Rt. 2, Two Rivers and Edward Vieau of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Fred Krey of Two Rivers; two brothers, Robert W. of Menasha and Albert of Two Rivers, 19 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A daughter, son, two sisters and four brothers preceded him in death. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. Sunday where memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, August 11, 1973 P.10 ******** (10 July 1896/Aug. 1973/SSDI)
CHARLES RUELLE Charles Ruelle, age 80, of 4131 15th Place, Wisconsin Rapids, died Monday morning, Jan. 11, 2010, at his home. Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church with Father William Menzel officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery in Two Rivers, at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 18. Family and friends will meet for coffee at 1 p.m. at the Lighthouse Inn Water's Edge restaurant. Visitation will be 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, at Higgins Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. Saturday until the time of service at the church. Chuck was born July 28, 1929, in Two Rivers, to Joseph and May (Krueger) Ruelle. He married Marion Brault on Aug. 20, 1949, at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Two Rivers. This year, Chuck and Marion celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary. He enjoyed curling, politics, photography, fishing, woodworking, and traveling to Elderhostels throughout the United States. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established at the Community Foundation of South Wood County of which he was a loyal supporter, which manages funds that benefit the area. Higgins Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 13, 2010
DONALD RUELLE The funeral for four year old Donald, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ruelle, 1108 Sixteenth Street, was held this afternoon at two o'clock at the C.J. Jansky Funeral Home, with Rev. George Beth officiating. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, July 14, 1930 page 11
DORIS RUELLE Mrs. Doris Ruelle, 84, of 1011-24th St., Two Rivers, died early Monday morning at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. James Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Ruelle, nee Doris Prudhome, was born Nov. 21, 1885, at Coleman, a daughter of the late Joseph and Victoria Barathelowe Prudhome. She was marriage (sic) at Niagara, Wis., May 16, 1911, to Louis Ruelle. Her husband preceded her in death at Two Rivers Sept. 5, 1961. Surviving are a son, Elmer of Two Rivers, and three sisters, Mrs. Alvina Bussey of Kingsford, Mich., Mrs. Joseph DeLorme of Melbourne, Fla., and Miss Zelia Prudhome of St. Mary Home. A daughter and a son preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday where memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m Manitowoc Herald Times, December 8, 1969 P.7
DOROTHY RUELLE Dorothy C. Ruelle, age 85, of 216 Jessie St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday, July 8, 1998, at the North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 1998, at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Deacon Ken Coenen will officiate with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Dorothy was born May 6, 1913, at Algoma, Wis., daughter of the late Christopher and Anna Blahnik Stangel. She married Albert J. Ruelle on July 23, 1938, at Algoma. He preceded her in death on December 27, 1975. Dorothy was employed at Lakeside Foods in Manitowoc for a number of years. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Emily and Robert Keller, Two Rivers; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Anthony and Karen Ruelle, Manitowoc, William Ruelle, Two Rivers; four grandchildren, Jeremy Ruelle, Melissa Waskow, Laura and Tony Waite, Serena Keller; four great grandchildren, Cassidy, Christopher, and Ally Waite, Ricky Morado; other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by one great-grandson, Nathan Waskow. Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Herald Times Reporter, July 10, 1998 P. 2
ELI RUELLE ELIER (sic) RUELLE DIES AT FAMILY HOME TODAY TWO RIVERS, Oct. 10-Elier Ruelle, a lifelong resident of Manitowoc county, died at the family home on School street at 7:30 o'clock last evening, the demise being due to an attack of dropsy. The funeral will be held Tuesday morning with services at 9 o'clock at St. Luke's Catholic church, Rev. C.V. Hugo officiating. Burial will be at Holy Cross cemetery. Mr. Ruelle was born at Mishicot July 7, 1865 and was sixty years of age. He was married to Miss Emily Well in 1889 and they continued to make their home at Mishicot until 1922 when they came to this city where he was employed at the Eggers company plant. Surviving him are the widow and ten children, Mrs. Dennis Kayo, Mrs. Fred Zermuehlen and Miss Agnes, Joseph, Louis, Arthur, Albert, Willfred, Gustave and Walter, all of this city. Five brothers, Alex of this city, Monroe and Levi of Kenosha, Louis and Ellfred of Niagara and four sisters, Mrs. George Emond of this city, Mrs. Louis Burbey of Coleman, Mrs. George LaPlante of Niagara and Mrs. Trefflev Bellon of Alberta, Canada, and seven grandchildren also survive him. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, October 10, 1925 P. 5 ******* A life-long resident of the county passed away Friday evening when Elier Ruelle answered the final summons at his home on School street, a victim of dropsy. Mr. Ruelle was born in Mishicot on July 7, 1865 and was sixty years of age. He was married to Miss Emily Well in 1889 and they made their home at Mishicot until 1922 when they came to this city where he was employed at the Eggers company plant. Surviving him are the widow and ten children, Mrs. Dennis Kayo, Mrs. Fred Zermuehlen and Miss Agnes, Joseph, Arthur, Louis, Albert, Wilfred, Gustave, and Walter, all of this city. Five brothers, Alex of this city, Monroe and Levi of Kenosha, Louis and Wilfred of Niagara and four sisters, Mrs. George Emond of this city, Mrs Louis Burbey of Coleman, Mrs. George LaPlante of Niagara and Mrs. Treffley Bellon of Alberta, Canada and seven grandchildren also survive him. The funeral was held Tuesday morning with services at St. Luke's Catholic church, Rev. C.V. Hugo officiating. Internment was at Holy Cross cemetery. From the Two Rivers Chronicle, October 16, 1925 (sent in by a family researcher/see contributors page) ********* (Eli Ruelle/husband of Amelia Ruelle/d. 9 Oct. 1925/age 60 years/ from St. Lukes Annual 1925) [Elair Ruelle]
ELIZABETH MICHELLE RUELLE Elizabeth Michelle Ruelle, infant daughter of Michelle Jahnke and Marvin Ruelle, Manitowoc, was born and died on Tuesday, May 12, 1998, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. A Private Family Graveside Service will be conducted. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her maternal grandmother, Penny Jahnke, Manitowoc; paternal grandparents, Connie Ruelle and her fianc?, Gary Gagner, Two Rivers, Marvin and Theresa Reulle, Manitowoc; maternal great- grandparents, Wally and Alice Miller, Manitowoc; paternal great-grandmother, Rose Olson, Manitowoc; aunts, uncles, cousins also survive. She was preceded in death by her paternal great-grandfather, Robert Olson. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Time Reporter, May 15, 1998 P. 2
ELMER S. RUELLE Elmer S. Ruelle, age 78, of 1011 24th St., Two Rivers, died Monday morning, July 28, 1997, at his residence. Graveside Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 5, 1997, at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Rev. William O'Brien will officiate. Cremation will have taken place. Elmer was born May 17, 1919, in Niagara, Wis., son of the late Louis and Doris Prudhome Ruelle. He attended St. Mark Catholic School and served for four years in the United States Army with the fighting 69th Division, being awarded the Bronze Star. Elmer was retired from the Hamilton Manufacturing Company after being employed there for 38 years. Survivors include cousins, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a sister, Marie, and a brother, Clarence. The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, August 4, 1997 P. A2
EMILY RUELLE Mrs. Emily Ruelle, 81, who made her home for a number of years with her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Louis ___, 2513? 11th St., Two Rivers, died early Sunday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient for two weeks. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Edward Wagner officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Ruelle, nee Emily Dupuis, was born in the province of Quebec, Canada, in 1870, and daughter of the late Isaac and Adell Noel Dupuis. She was married at Lena, Wis., to Elias Ruelle, who died in Two Rivers 26 years ago. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Tenia Cayo of Winthrop Harbor, Ill., Mrs. Fred Zermuehlen Jr., and Mrs. Edward Beitzel both of Two Rivers; and four sons, Arthur of Two Rivers, Albert of town of Two Rivers, Wilfred of Sheboygan and Robert Ruelle of Appleton. She also leaves a brother, Dennis Dupuis of Route 5, Manitowoc, 28 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, until the time of services. The rosary will be rcited at the funeral home at 8 p.m. Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 17, 1951 P.2
GEORGIANA EMOND RUELLE Mrs. Ruelle Passes Away At Her Home Resident here for past 12 years; Funeral to be held Monday Following a three months serious illness, Mrs. Alex Ruelle, a resident of Two Rivers for 12 years, passed away at the family home, 1220 School street shortly after nine o'clock this morning. Five weeks ago Mrs. Ruelle underwent a serious operation at the Municipal Hospital, and all efforts to save her life were futile. Born In Canada Mrs. Ruelle, nee Georgiana Emond, was born in Canada, November 8, 1863, and at the age of 26, came to Wisconsin, locating at Lena, Wis. She was married to Mr. Ruelle at Stiles, Wis., October 23, forty-three years ago. Following the marriage the couple resided at Lena, Niagara, Wis. and International Falls, Minn., before coming to this city in 1919. Besides her husband, Mrs. Ruelle is survived by three sons, Lawrence, George and Arsene of International Falls, Minn., and one daughter, Mrs. Arthur Sterckx of Green Bay. She is also survived by five brothers, George Emond of Two Rivers, Arsene, Joseph, Edward and Aaron of Canada, three sisters, Louise Emond, Anna Richards and Odelia Bosso of Canada and seventeen grandchildren. Burial Monday Funeral services will be held Monday morning at nine o'clock at St. Mark's Catholic Church, with Rev. Peter J. Nilles officiating. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery. At present the body is at the Beduhn and Goetz funeral home. From the Two Rivers Reporter & Chronicle, April 17, 1931 (sent in by a family researcher/see contributors page) ******** [Georgiana Ruelle]
JENNIE RUELLE Mrs. Alex Ruelle, 74, of Two Rivers, died this morning in Municipal hospital, Two Rivers, after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday in St. Mark's Catholic church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Peter Nilles officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Ruelle was born Jennie Leroux in Oconto in 1872. She lived a number of years in Lena where she was married to Alex Ruelle in 1932. They ran a farm near Lena for the following four years, before moving to Two Rivers, where he had previously resided. She was a member of the Altar society of St. Mark's. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Emma Pocan of Appleton and Mrs. Elizabeth Barber of Milwaukee and three brothers, Peter of Oakland, Calif., Ferdinand of Lena and Xavier of Little Chute. The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel funeral home in Two Rivers, from 7 p.m. Saturday until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 6, 1946 P.2
JOSEPH C. RUELLE Joseph C. Ruelle, age 61, of Wausau, WI, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, under the care of Flambeau Home Health and Hospice. Joe was born on November 19, 1955 to Charles and Marion (Brault) Ruelle, and grew up in Two Rivers, WI. He was employed as facilities manager at the Woodson Art Museum for over 20 years. He embraced every aspect of his position, always going above and beyond to ensure the health and safety of everyone. Joe was an environmentalist, conservationist and political activist who was involved in numerous causes. He was a talented artist, woodworker and boat builder. He loved nature and the outdoors, especially sailing. Joe was an avid dog lover to Hunter and Fisher. He took great pride in everything he did...his standards were unimpeachable. Joe had a giving spirit and loved to help others; he made a profound impact on all who knew him. Survivors include his Life Partner, Barbara Helser; Mother, Marion Ruelle; 3 Brothers, Dave, Lee and Steve Ruelle; and 1 Sister, Kathy Ruelle. He was preceded in death by his Father, Charles. A Celebration of Life will be held at a future date to be determined. https://www.generationsfuneral.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=1681126 ******** Joseph C. Ruelle was born in Two Rivers, WI to Mrs. Marion Ruelle and the late Charles E. Ruelle. The family later moved to Stevens Point. A graduate of SPASH High School, Joe was later graduated from UW-Stevens Point. He held the position of Facilities Manager at the Wausau Woodson Museum for twenty years where he created many interactive children's projects in Art Park. Diagnosed with an aggressive brain cancer, he lived for ten weeks. His friend, Barbara Helser, and brothers, David Lee, Stephen, and sister Kathryn, gave loving care throughout his illness. Flambeau Home Care of Park Falls supervised Joseph's care. He died on April 11, 2017. Leigh Yawkye Woodson Museum will be the site for the Memorial Service at 10 AM on June 17. The Daily Tribune, Wisconsin Rapids, Wis., Saturday, April 22, 2017 pg. A2
KATHLEEN BEATRICE RUELLE Had Eaten Lye Little Kathleen Beatrice Ruelle, two years and five months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ruelle, 1108 16th street, died Sunday noon, a victim of lye poisoning. The little girl had eaten lye which was left on a spoon which her mother was using in house cleaning a month ago, and apparently had been on the road to recovery following constant treatment. Friday afternoon, after receiving treatment and after her condition was regarded as favorable, complications set in and she failed rapidly. Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at St. Luke's church, with the Rev. C. V. Hugo officiating. Burial will be at Holy Cross cemetery. The remains are at the C.J. Jansky funeral home. Surviving are her parents and two sisters, Alice Mae and Marion, and two brothers, Edward and Robert, all at home. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 10, 1933 P.9
LOUIS A. RUELLE Louis A. Ruelle, 75, of 1011-24th St., Two Rivers, died at his home at noon Tuesday. He had been in failing health for a year. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Ruelle was born July 13, 1886, at Lena, Wis., a son of the late Lawrence and Amelia Landry Ruelle. He married the former Doris Prudhome at Niagara, Wis., May 16, 1911, and in 1930, the family moved to Two Rivers. In May this year the couple observed its golden wedding anniversary. Mr. Ruelle was a member of the Holy Name Society of Sacred Heart Church. In 1957, Mr. Ruelle retired after working at Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, for 14 years. Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Miss Doris, at home; a son, Elmer, also at home; two sisters, Mrs. Jessie Belland, of Saskatchewan, Canada, and Mrs. Lavina Burbey, of Pound, Wis., and a brother, Levi, of Kenosha. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 6, 1961 p.17
MARIE RUELLE (d. 1963) Funeral services for Miss Marie Ruelle, 47, of 1011-24th St., Two Rivers, who was fatally burned in a home accident Friday noon, were at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Pallbearers were Theodore Karbowski, Francis LeClair, Robert P. Rehrauer, Robert Koehler, Joseph Sobiech and Richard Piasecki. Two Rivers Reporter, November 19, 1963 P. M-11 ******* [Marie Emily Ruelle]
MARY RUELLE (d. 1957) Mrs. Mary Ruelle, 79, of 1901 13th St., Two Rivers, died shortly after 7 a.m. Monday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient since Friday. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Edward Wagner officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Ruelle, nee Mary Marineau was born in Canada July 22, 1877, daughter of the late James and Marie Hubert Marineau. When she was seven years old the family brought her to Marinette where October 12, 1897, she was married to Eugene Meneau. The family came to Two Rivers in 1915 where Mr. Meneau died in 1945. On April 10, 1947 she was married in Two Rivers to Alex Ruelle who survives her with five daughters, Mrs. Walter Morey of Two Rivers, Mrs. Earl Tome of Mounted Route, Two Rivers, Mrs. John Bacon and Mrs. Frederick Levenhagen of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Edward Dominitz of Myrtle Creek, Ore.; a son, Arnold Meneau of Two Rivers; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Arthur Sterckx of Green Bay; three stepsons, Lawrence, George and Arsen Ruelle of International Falls, Minn.; a sister, Mrs. John Parlsey of Kenosha; 24 grandchildren and 16 great grand- children. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 22, 1957 P.11 ******** Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Ruelle, 79, of 1901-13th St., Two Rivers, who died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Monday, were held at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, the Rev. Edward Wagner officiating. Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery. Pallbearers were James, Edmund and Romeo Marineau, Wallace and Wilman Parisey and Gerald M. La Fave. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, April 24, 1957 P. 22
RICHARD L. RUELLE Richard Ruelle, 52, of 2513-11th St., Two Rivers, died Sunday at home. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Ruelle was born June 23, 1926, in Two Rivers, son of the late Louis and Ruth Stangel Ruelle. He served in the U.S. Army in World War II, and had been employed with Hamilton Inustries (sic). He was a member of the Eagles club and Hamilton Good Fellowship Club. Survivors include two nieces and a nephew. A sister, Mrs. Lillian Feuerstein, preceded him in death. Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 4 o'clock this Monday afternoon, where an Eagle memorial service will be at 6:30 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, June 4, 1979 P. 3
SOPHIA RUELLE Mrs. Sophia Ruelle, 87, of 2608 13th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday, Jan. 29, at home. Funeral services will be 10 am Saturday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sladek will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Ruelle was born May 13, 1898, at Green Bay, daughter of the late Henry and Catherine Daul VandenBusch. She was married to Edward Vieau and he preceded her in death in 1920. She then married Arthur J. Ruelle, April 10, 1923, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death Aug. 10, 1973. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Dolores Ruelle of Manitowoc and Edward and Bernice Vieau of Two Rivers; two daughters and sons-in- law, Alice Mae and Paul Posvic of Two Rivers and Marian and Hilary Hearley of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Ethel Engel of Shorewood, Wis.; four sisters-in-law, Mrs. Agnes Krey of Two Rivers, Mrs. Dorothy Ruelle of Manitowoc, Mrs. Buryl Ruelle of Menasha and Mrs. Jennie VandenBusch of Green Bay; 19 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren and two step great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, a son, a sister and five brothers. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm Friday, where a parish memorial service will be 7 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Jan. 30, 1986 page 3 ******** [Sophia C. Ruelle] (13 May 1898/Jan 1986/SSDI)
CHRISTINE RUETHER Mrs. John (Christine) Ruether, 86, of 1820-14th St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday afternoon, September 9, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Ruether, nee Christine Deprey, was born Jan. 13, 1914, at Algoma, daughter of the late Joseph and Christine Lauscher Deprey. She was married to John Ruether June 7, 1941, at Manitowoc and was a member of the Altar Society of St. Mark Church. Survivors include her hsuband, a son and daughter-in-law, Virgil and Eileen DePrey of Two Rivers; two brothers, Peter Deprey of Two Rivers and Joseph DePrey of Niagara Falls, N.Y.; a sister, Mrs. Angeline Feller of Manitowoc, three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Three brothers, four sisters and a grandson preceded her in death. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. Thursday, where a memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, September 10, 1980 P.3 ******** (13 Jan 1914/Sep 1980/SSDI)
JOHN RUETHER John Ruether, age 91, formerly of 1820 14th St., Two Rivers, died Sunday afternoon, February 8, 1998, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, February 11, 1998, at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Larry Seidl and burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. John was born August 21, 1906, in Mishicot, son of the late John and Louise Becker Ruether Sr. On June 7, 1941, he married the former Christine DePrey, in Algoma. She preceded him in death on September 8, 1980. John was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church. Survivors include one step-son and his wife, Virg and Eileen DePrey, Two Rivers; three granddaughters, Kathryn DePrey, Mary (Ron) Leitermann, and Marcia (Dennis) Svatek; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; one sister, Lillian Uhler, Manitowoc. He was preceded in death by three brothers, six sisters, and a grandson, Steven DePrey. Friends may call at St. Mark Catholic Church, Wednesday morning, from 8:30 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. Klein and Stangel Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to the staff at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for the loving care they gave John during his stay. Herald Times Reporter, February 9, 1998 P. 2 ******* (21 Aug 1906/08 Feb 1998/SSDI)
ANNA RUMINSKI Mrs. Anna Ruminski, 90, of 2023 Jackson St., died Saturday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient since late December. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. Sylvester Borusky officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Ruminski, nee Anna Borusky, was born Nov. 16, 1879, in the Town of Two Rivers, a daughter of the late Anthony and Mathilda Drabkievicz. She was married April 14, 1902 at Sacred Heart Church to John Ruminski after which they became engaged in farming in the Town of Two Rivers until 1949, retiring to Two Rivers. Her husband preeded her in death in 1957. She was a member of Sacred Heart Rosary Society. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Melvin (Helen) Schroeder of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Catherine Peterson of San Jose, Calif.; five sons, Anton of the Town of Two Rivers, John and Paul of Two Rivers, Peter of Phoenix, Ariz., and Alois of Concord, Calif., 30 grandchildren and 62 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial services will be 8:15 o'clock this Monday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 6, 1970 ******* (16 Nov. 1879/Apr. 1970/SSDI)
BEATRICE T. RUMINSKI Mrs. Beatrice Ruminski, 71, of 2323 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Sunday noon, May 22, at her residence. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Ruminski, nee Beatrice Silbersack, was born June 6, 1911, in the Town of Two Rivers, daughter of the late Nicholas and Clara Kornely Silbersack. She was married to Paul Ruminski June 6, 1938, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Survivors include her husband, a son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Donna Ruminski of Westchester, Ill.; five daughters and three sons-in-law, Mary Dent of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Joan Bruechert, Ann and Evan Durocher and Linda and Paul Kappelman of Two Rivers and Debbie and Bruce Benthien of Walnut Ridge, Ark.; a brother, Clarence Silbersack of Two Rivers, 19 grandchildren and a great grandchild. A son, Robert, and a brother, Elmer, preceded her in death. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 6 p.m. Tuesday. A memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, May 23, 1983 P. 3 ********* (06 Jun 1911/May 1983/SSDI)
CLARA RUMINSKI Mrs. John Ruminski, 53, of 1406-23rd St., Two Rivers, collapsed and died unexpectedly of a heart attack only a short distance from her home at 11 a.m. Tuesday. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. H. J. Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Ruminski, nee Clara Sprang, was born March 10, 1908, in the Town of Two Rivers, a daughter of the late Adolph and Mrs. Rose Jacquette Sprang. She was married May 11, 1928, to John Ruminski at St. Luke Church. Besides her husband and mother, Mrs. Ruminski leaves a daughter, Mrs. Stanley Kazar, of Cedarburg; a son, John F. Ruminski, of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Elmer Naumann and Mrs. Sylvester Konezcka of Manitowoc; five brothers, Joseph and Melvin, of Manitowoc; Herbert, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Leo, of Sturgeon Bay, and John Sprang, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, and seven grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary for the parish and also for the Daughters of Isabella will be recited at 7:45 o'clock this Wednesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 31, 1962 P.13
JOHN RUMINSKI SR. (d. 1957) John Ruminski, Sr., 82, of 2123 Madison St., Two Rivers, a retired farmer, died unexpectedly of a heart condition at his home early Wednesday morning. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Sa;turday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. with a solemn requiem high Mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Ruminski was born Jan. 10, 1875, in Poland, son of the late Michael and Anna Klarkowski Ruminski. When he was six years old the family brought him to this country, settling in Milwaukee. Two years later the family moved to a farm in the Town of Two Rivers, where Mr. Ruminski was engaged in farming until his retirement in 1949, coming to Two Rivers. He married the former Anna Borusky in Two Rivers April 14, 1902. For many years he was a member of the Holy Name Society of Sacred Heart church. Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Melvin Schroeder of Two Rivers and Mrs. Catherine Smith of Santa Ana, Calif.; five sons, Anton of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, John Jr., and Paul of Two Rivers, Peter of Manitowooc and Alois of Walnut Cree?, Calif., and a sister, Mrs. Hattie Koprowski of Two Rivers; two half sisters, Mrs. Joseph F. Schroeder of Two Rivers and Miss Anna Tadych of Milwaukee; 32 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 9, 1957 p.7
JOHN B. RUMINSKI (d. 1974) John B. Ruminski, 70, formerly of Two Rivers, who resided at Chilton the past three years, died Friday afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. John Penzenstadler will officiate with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Ruminski was born Feb. 5, 1904, in the Town of Two Rivers, son of the late John and Anna Borusky Ruminski. He attended rural schools. He was a carpenter all his life. He married Clara Sprang May 8, 1929, at Two Rivers. She preceded him in death in 1961. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Stanley (Jeannette) Kazar, of Cedarburg; a son, John F., of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Melvin Schroeder, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Donald Peterson, of San Jose, Calif.; four brothers, Anton and Paul, of Two Rivers, Alois, of Concord, Calif., and Peter, of Phoenix, Ariz., and nine grandchildren. Two sisters and a brother preceded him in death. Friends may call from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels where a memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, December 14, 1974 P.3 ******** (05 Feb 1904/Dec 1974/SSDI)
PAUL J. RUMINSKI Paul J. Ruminski, age 88, of 3918 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers, formerly of Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Thursday, February 11, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, February 15, 1999, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Larry Seidl, with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Paul was born May 18, 1910, in the town of Two Rivers, son of the late John and Ann (Borusky) Ruminski. On June 6, 1938, he married Beatrice Silbersack at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He was employed at Hamilton Industries for over 30 years retiring in 1974. Survivors include five daughters and three sons-in-law, Mary Nochomson, Clarkesville, Ga., Joan Bruechert, Manitowoc, Ann and Evan Durocher, Two Rivers, Linda and Paul Kappelman, Two Rivers, Debbie and Jerry Caldwell, Dexter, Mo.; one son and daughter- in-law, Richard and Donna Ruminski, Algonquin, Ill.; 19 grandchildren; 17 great- grandchildren; one brother, Alouis Ruminski, Mt. Angel, Ore.; one sister, Catherine Peterson, San Jose, Calif. Also survvied by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice on May 22, 1983; one son, Robert Ruminski, who lost his life in Vietnam in 1967; an infant granddaughter, Jamie Ann Kappelman; three sisters, Helen Schroeder, Esther Kopetsky and Frances Nemetz; four brothers, Anton, John, Peter and an infant brother, Joseph Ruminski. Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home on Sunday evening from 4-7 p.m. A Prayer Service will be held at 6 p.m. led by Deacon Ken Coenen. Friends may also call at St. Lukes Church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. A special thanks to Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Dr. John MacDonald and North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center for their care and concern. Herald Times Reporter, February 13, 1999 P. A2 ********* Funeral Services for Paul J. Ruminski, age 88, of 3918 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers, formerly of Jackson St., Two Rivers, who died Thursday, February 11, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, February 15, 1999, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Larry Seidl, with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home on Sunday evening from 4-7 p.m. A Prayer Service will be held at 6 p.m. led by Deacon Ken Coenen. Friends may also call at St. Lukes Church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Herald Times Reporter, February 14, 1999 ********* (18 May 1910/11 Feb 1999/SSDI)
ROBERT P. RUMINSKI Military funeral services for Lance Cpl. Robert P. Ruminski, 21, of 2323 Jackson St., Two Rivers, a member of the U.S. Marine Corps who was killed in action while on patrol duty April 1, near Quang Tin, Vietnam Republic, will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. with a solemn requiem high Mass at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Ruminski was born March 11, 1946, son of Paul and Beatrice Silbersack Ruminski. Following his graduation from Washington High School he was employed at Paragon Electric Co. Inc. He was a member of St. Luke Parish. He entered the Marine Corps in March of 1966 and had been in the Republic of Vietnam since last September. Besides his parents, he is survived by five sisters; a brother (Private); and the paternal grandmother, Mrs. John Ruminski, of Two Rivers. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where the rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, April 12, 1967 P.25
ALBERT RUMPF Albert J. (Al) Rumpf, 83, of 1828-28th St., Two Rivers, retired longtime Hamilton Mfg. Co. employe, died early Monday afternoon at home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Paul Schumacher officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Rumpf was born June 8, 1889, at Francis Creek, son of the late Henry and Frances Ammerman Rumpf. He married Catherine Burgard Nov. 24, 1908 at Two Rivers. She preceded him in death Nov. 31, 1966. He retired from Hamilton firm employment in 1954 and was a member of St. Joseph Society. Surviving are his son-in-law and daughter, Charles and Ethel Hodson, of Two Rivers, and a grandson. William Hodson, of Milwaukee. A daughter, Gertrude, two sisters and a brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel In., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, ater 4 p.m. Wednesday, where memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. January 16, 1973 ******** Married Albert Rumpf and Katie Burgard were married at St. Luke's church this morning. The young will make this city their home. The Chronicle - Tues., Nov. 24, 1908 ******** (Jun 08, 1889/Jan 1973/SSDI) ******** GERTRUDE RUMPF GARY (dau. of Albert/Catherine) Mrs. Glenn Gary, 57, of rural Rhinelander, a native of Two Rivers and a former employe in the Advertising Dept. of the Manitowoc Herald-Times, died at 3 a.m. Wednesday at home after an illness of several weeks. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rhinelander, the Rev. Joseph N. Miler officiating. Burial will be in a Rhinelander cemetery. Mrs. Gary, nee Gertrude Rumpf, was born Feb. 24, 1909, at Two Rivers, daughter of Albert and Catherine Burgard Rumpf. She attended St. Luke Catholic School at Two Rivers and was graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School with the class of 1927. For more than 10 years she was an employe of the Manitowoc Herald-Times Advertising Dept. She was married in 1946 at Rhinelander to Glenn Gary, operator of a men's clothing store at Rhinelander who retired last year. Besides her husband and parents she leaves a sister, Mrs. Charles (Ethel) Hodson, of Waukesha. Friends may call at Carlson Funeral Home, Rhinelander, after 2 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 11, 1966 P. 18
CATHERINE RUMPF Mrs. Albert Rumpf, 78, of 2806 School St., Two Rivers, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, Thursday morning. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am Saturday 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 Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Rumpf, nee Catherine Burgard, was born Feb. 4, 1888 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Anton and Gertrude Braker Burgard. She attended St. Luke Parochial School and was married Nov. 24, 1908 to Albert Rumpf at Two rivers. She was a charter member of St. Luke Altar Society and a former president of the organization. Besides her husband, she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Charles (Ethel) Hodson, of Waukesha; a sister, Mrs. Hugo Hamernik, and a brother, John of Two Rivers and a grandson. She was preceded in death May 11, 1966 by a daughter, Mrs. Gertrude Gary. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 pm Friday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, Nov. 3, 1966 page T9 ******** Married Albert Rumpf and Katie Burgard were married at St. Luke's church this morning. The young will make this city their home. The Chronicle - Tues., Nov. 24, 1908 ******** [Catherine A. Rumpf]
HENRY WILLIAM RUSBOLDT Henry W. Rusboldt, age 87, of 1716 Blue Heron Dr., Two Rivers, died on Monday morning, Aug. 2, 2010, at his residence. Henry was born on Jan. 30, 1923, in Two Rivers, son of the late Henry and Augusta (Prestien) Rusboldt. He attended St. John's Lutheran Grade School and graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School with the class of 1940. Henry served in the U.S. Army - Air Force during WWII, where he participated in 35 combat missions with the 8th Air Force, which included D-Day. He was the recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with four clusters and European Theater of Operation Medal with four battle stars. On May 25, 1946, he married Edith Barnes in Manitowoc. He was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co. in Two Rivers for 45 years, working as a long time supervisor and was a past president of the Hamilton Management Club. In retirement, Henry was blessed with good health and enjoyed years of travel. He loved his home on the river in Two Rivers and enjoyed his winters in Arizona. Henry enjoyed golf and bridge. He was a member of American Legion Post No. 165 and VFW Post No. 1248, both of Two Rivers, the 8th Air Force Historical Society, the Two Rivers Senior Center, Two Rivers Historical Society and also Woodland Dunes. Survivors include his wife: Edith Rusboldt, Two Rivers. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 6, 2010, at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 17th and East Park St., Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. David Arndt with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Graveside military honors will be accorded by members of American Legion Post No. 165 and VFW Post No. 1248 of Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends at the church on Friday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Thursday evening visitation. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the Rusboldt family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 4, 2010
ALOIS RUTHMANSDORFER Alois Ruthmansdorfer, 66, one of the first employes of Joseph Koenig in the old Aluminum Manufacturing company at Two Rivers died yesterday at the farm home of Erwin Eslinger in the town of Mishicot. He had been in failing health for the past year. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 8:30 a.m. from the Alfred Hurley residence at 1710 East street,Two Rivers, at 1710 East street ,Two Rivers and at 9 o'clock from St. Luke's Catholic church, the Very Rev. Dean C. V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery. Mr. Ruthmansdorfer was born in Germany on June 24, 1873, and moved to Two Rivers with his parents when he was eight years old. As a youth he took employment with Koenig in the aluminum industry and continued to work in the plants at Two Rivers until about five years ago when he retired and went to live at the Eslinger farm. On Jan. 17, 1900, he married Miss Barbara Vanderbloemen. Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. John Weber, Mrs. Alvin Ploeckelman and Mrs. Alfred Hurley of Two Rivers and Mrs. John Short of Chicago; one son, Eugene of Manitowoc; and 15 grandchildren. The body was taken to the Specht funeral home in Mishicot and will be removed to the Hurley residence Wednesday afternoon. The rosary will be said there Wednesday evening at 7:45 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 27, 1940 P.2
ANNA RUTHMANSDORFER Anna B. Ruthmansdorfer, age 95, a resident of Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, formerly of 1001 17th St., Two Rivers, died Thursday evening, September 10, 1992, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday, September 14, 1992, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Greg Smith will officiate, with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. She was born March 30, 1897, at Kellnersville, daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine Decker Konop. She married Roman Ruthmansdorfer on September 1, 1926, at Kellnersville. He preceded her in death on June 19, 1972. She was a member of the Ladies of St. Luke's. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Lois and Eugene Bast, Two Rivers, Patricia and William Morse, Two Rivers; a special friend, Ethel Hodson, Two Rivers; eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren; four step-grandchildren, and seven step-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Joan Nee and Mary Ann Nies; three sisters and four brothers. Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church on Monday, from 10 a.m. until the time of services. Memorials may be made to the TRCCS Endowment Fund. The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, assisted the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, September 11, 1992 P. A2 ******** The marriage of Miss Anna Konop, daughter of Mrs. Catherine Konop of Kellnersville and Roman Ruthmansdorfer, son of Mrs. Catherine Ruthmansdorfer of this city took place at the St. Joseph's Church at Kellnersville on Wednesday morning, the Rev. J.G. Rous officiating. Miss Barbara Konop and Leo Meany attended the couple. About fifty guests were present at a dinner at the Konop home after the ceremony. The couple left on a wedding trip to Milwaukee, Madison and the Wisconsin Dells and on their return will make their home in this city where the groom is employed as a die setter at the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. They will receive friends at 1001 Seventeenth Street after Oct. 1. Two Rivers Reporter - Fri.,, Sept. 3, 1926 ******** (30 Mar. 1897/10 Sept. 1992/SSDI)
CLARA RUTHMANSDORFER Clara Ruthmansdorfer, 85, of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, formerly of 2404 Adams St., Two Rivers, died Saturday, July 11, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Donald Marquardt will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Ruthmansdorfer was born Aug. 4, 1895, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Wenzel and Bertha Krueger Wyszynski. She was married to Francis (Frank) Ruthmansdorfer Feb. 5, 1919, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Survivors include a son, David of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Carmen (Leona) Miceli of Oak Park, Ill; 10 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband March 11, 1966, four brothers and three sisters. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 7 o'clock this Monday evening where a memorial service will be at 7 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, July 13, 1981 P. 3 ********* The son, Daniel, was inadvertently listed as David in the survivors in Monday's obituary. Herald Times Reporter, July 14, 1981 P. 3 ********* (4 Aug. 1895/July 1981/SSDI) ********* The marriage of Frank Ruthmansdorfer and Miss Clara Wyszinski, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wenzel Wyszinski took place in Sacred Heart Church Wednesday morning at nine. A large congregation witnessed the ceremony which was performed by Rev. Father Prue. The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 6, 1919
FRANK RUTHMANSDORFER Frank J. Ruthmansdorfer, 70, of 2407 Adams St., Two Rivers, retired longtime employee of Mirro Aluminum Co., Plant No. 1, Two Rivers, died Thursday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. He had been in failing health for several months. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home and at 10 am at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Ruthmansdorfer was born July 15, 1895 at Two Rivers, son of the late Roman and Bertha Krueger Ruthmansdorfer. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and since a young man until his retirement five years ago was an employee of Plant No. 1 of Mirro Aluminum Co. He was a member of the firm's 25 Year Club, St. Luke Holy Name Society and St. Joseph Society. Besides his wife, the former Clara Wyszynski, whom he married at St. Luke Church Feb. 5, 1919, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Carmen T. Maceli, of Oak Park, Ill., a son, Daniel of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Irma Brandt of Manitowoc; two brothers, Roman and Al of Two Rivers and ten grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 pm Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., April 1, 1966 page M11 ******* (15 July 1895/May 1966/SSDI) ******* The marriage of Frank Ruthmansdorfer and Miss Clara Wyszinski, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wenzel Wyszinski took place in Sacred Heart Church Wednesday morning at nine. A large congregation witnessed the ceremony which was performed by Rev. Father Prue. The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 6, 1919
ROMAN RUTHMANSDORFER Roman Ruthmansdorfer, 78, of 1001-17th St., Two Rivers, died late Monday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers, son of the late Roman and Catherine Wachtel Ruthmansdorfer. A World War I veteran, he married Anna Konop Sept. 1, 1926, at Kellnersville. He was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers, and retired 13 years ago. He was a member of St. Joe's Society. Survivors include his wife, three daughters, Mrs. Eugene (Lois) Bast and Mrs. Mark (Patricia) Weber, of Two Rivers and Mrs. B. Michael (Joan) Nee, of Menomonee Falls, Wis., and seven grandchildren. A daughter preceded him in death. Friends may call from 4 p.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 20, 1972 P. 7 ******** The marriage of Miss Anna Konop, daughter of Mrs. Catherine Konop of Kellnersville and Roman Ruthmansdorfer, son of Mrs. Catherine Ruthmansdorfer of this city took place at the St. Joseph's Church at Kellnersville on Wednesday morning, the Rev. J.G. Rous officiating. Miss Barbara Konop and Leo Meany attended the couple. About fifty guests were present at a dinner at the Konop home after the ceremony. The couple left on a wedding trip to Milwaukee, Madison and the Wisconsin Dells and on their return will make their home in this city where the groom is employed as a die setter at the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. They will receive friends at 1001 Seventeenth Street after Oct. 1. Two Rivers Reporter - Fri.,, Sept. 3, 1926 ******** (16 Aug. 1893/June 1972/SSDI)
NANCE A. RYBARCZYK Nance A. (Bonk) Rybarczyk, age 68, of Danville, Ill. passed away at 7:50 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26, 2004 at IU Medical Center in Indianapolis, Ind. She was born Nov. 18, 1935 in Two Rivers, the daughter of John P. and Mabel Hickox Bonk. She had married Leonard H. Rybarczyk on Oct. 29, 1955 in Two Rivers. Nance achieved her LPN certificate in 1984 from Danville Area Community College, and worked in a variety of nursing positions for many years. She was a lifelong advocate for the Right to Life movement having belonged to many pro-life oganizations such as Birthright, National Right to Life and the Help Center in Danville. She wrote many Letters to the Editor concerning this cause, receiving the Commercial New Honorary Editor Award for letters to the Your Views Column, Nance loved to read, singing and music. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, Leonard, in their motor home and being with family and friends. She is survived by her husband: Leonard; six children: Rick (Jennine) Rybarczyk, Oceanside, Calif.; Bob Rybarczyk, Danville, Ill.; Joe (Jiea) Rybarczyk, Everett, Wash.; Jim (Tammie) Rybarczyk, Catlin, Ill.; Cathy Miller, Danville, Ill.; Rachel (Jeff) Haun, Danville, Ill.; four sisters: Bettye Kraftcheck, Franny (Fritz) Puls, Carol (Rodger) Puls, all of Two Rivers; and Shirley (Donald) Brault, Mt. Horeb; 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Nance was preceded by her parents, four brothers: Wally, George, Jim Dickey Bonk; and one sister: Mildred Gajdys Greco. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m.(TONIGHT) Friday, Jan. 30, 2004 at Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center in Danville, Ill with a rosary service to be held at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2, 2004 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Holy Redeemer site, Two Rivers, with visitation one hour prior. Officiating at the Mass will be the Rev. William G. O'Brien. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Memorials may be made in Nance's name to the Help Center in Danville at 200 W. Williams St., Danville, IL 61832. The Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Danville, Ill., and the Deja & Martin Funeral Home, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 30, 2004 P. A3