CLARENCE H. BRUCKSCHEN Clarence H. Bruckschen, 93, former village of Cleveland resident and current resident of Terrace Estates in Sheboygan, went home to his Lord on Sept. 3, 2010, at St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan. Born Nov. 20, 1916, in the town of Centerville, he was the son of the late Herman and Emma Leiteritz Bruckschen. He attended German School in the town of Centerville. On Oct. 10, 1936, he was united in marriage to Virginia L. Reinemann at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sheboygan. The couple resided in the town of Centerville where they engaged in dairy farming. The Cleveland Co-op also employed Clarence for 25 years. The marriage was blessed with four children. Virginia and Clarence retired from farming in 1955 and moved to the village of Cleveland in 1984. Mrs. Bruckschen passed away March 10, 2010. Clarence was a member of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cleveland where he had served on the church council and had been a longtime member of the choir as well as a member of the church's Married People's Society. He was very active in the town of Centerville and served on the town board. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Preceding him in death are his wife; one brother: William Bruckschen; one sister: Esther Wollersheim; two brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Gilbert Busse, Ray and Helene Lutze and Virginia Reinemann. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010, at St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1251 W. Washington Ave., Cleveland. The Rev. David Endorf will officiate, and burial will follow at St. John's Cemetery (Kassa Cemetery) in the town of Centerville. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2010, from 4 to 8 p.m. and on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010, from 9 a.m. until the hour of service. The Stoltenberg Funeral Chapel, Cleveland, is assisting the family with these funeral a rrangements. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Clarence Bruckschen's name. Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 5, 2010 VIRGINIA L. BRUCKSCHEN Virginia L. Bruckschen, age 93, former village of Cleveland resident, went home to her Lord on Wednesday, March 10, 2010, at Terrace Estates in Sheboygan. Virginia was born Feb. 8, 1917, in Cleveland, Wis. She was the daughter of the late Albert F. and Alma Hildebrand Reinemann. She attended St. Paul Lutheran School in Sheboygan and graduated from Sheboygan High School, class of 1934. On Oct. 10, 1936, she was united in marriage to Clarence H. Bruckschen at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sheboygan. The couple resided in the town of Centerville, where they engaged in dairy farming. The marriage was blessed with four children. Virginia and Clarence retired from farming in 1955 and moved to the village of Cleveland in 1984. Virginia was a member of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cleveland. She was a charter member of the church Ladies Aid Society, a 50 year member of the church choir, s erved as a Sunday School teacher, was a member of the Married People Society, and served for ten years as church custodian. She was active with several card clubs in the area and the Manitowoc County Homemakers. Virginia was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed gardening, crafting and playing games with her family and friends. She will be greatly missed by all. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Preceding her in death are one sister and brother-in-law: Helen and Ray Lutze; two sisters-in-law: Virginia Reinemann and Esther Wallersheim and two brothers-in-law: William Bruckschen and Gilbert Busse. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 13, 2010, at St John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1251 West Washington Ave., Cleveland. The Rev. David Endorf will officiate and burial will follow at St. John's Cemetery (Kassa Cemetery) in the town of Centerville. Friends may call at the church on Friday (TONIGHT), March 12, 2010, from 4 to 8 p.m. and on Saturday, March 13, 2010, from 9 a.m. until the hour of service. The Stoltenberg Funeral Chapel, Cleveland, is assisting the family with these funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Virginia Bruckschen's name. Herald Times Reporter, March 12, 2010
IDA SOPHIA MARIA BULL From Der Nord Westen, 04 June 1896: Death Sun. of the 19-yr. old daughter of Johann Bull, who resides 1/2 mile north of the Village of Centerville. The deceased, who died of a stroke, was buried yesterday in the cemetery of the Lutheran Congregation of Centerville.
ALLEN LEON CORNELL Allen Leon Cornell, 87, a longtime resident of Sheboygan, passed away peacefully with his family by his side Friday, March 27, 2009, at Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center, under the care of Aurora VNA Home Hospice. Allen was born June 30, 1921, to the late Leon and Alice (Anderson) Cornell of Washington Island. In 1940 the Cornell family moved their commercial fishing business to Sheboygan to take advantage of a more open water winter port, having for years fished out of Washington Island, and Algoma during the winter. In 1941 Allen enlisted in the United States Coast Guard with the rank of BM1 due to his great knowledge of boats and water. He spent his time patrolling in the Atlantic for German U-Boats. With no USCG reserve in the area, he enlisted in the Naval Reserve and in 1951, was called to active duty due to the Korean Conflict. His first assignment was to put the BB64 (the Battleship Wisconsin) into commission. He was in charge of the aft deck, which contained the big guns, and the helicopter pad. On December 22, 1951, he married Audrey Jacobi of Cleveland at St. John's /St. Peter's Catholic Church in Cleveland. After completing his tours of duty, he returned to Sheboygan and resumed his Cornell Fisheries business. After retiring from fishing, he worked for the Kohler Co. as a pipe fitter and was later employed at the Sheboygan Retirement Home in charge of maintenance, and later a purchasing agent. Allen was an avid hunter and enjoyed many years of camping in his "Happy" Holiday Rambler, mostly in the Kettle Moraine Parks. In addition to his wife Audrey, he is survived by his daughter JoAnn Cornell; his son Charles (Marilyn) Cornell; a granddaughter; and great-granddaughter. He is also survived by his in-laws Frederick and Rosane Jacobi, and Paul and Audrey Jacobi; and his nephew David Cornell. He was preceded in death by his only brother Murray; his sons, John and James; and in-laws Roland and Babette Jacobi, and Harold and Anita Seger. Burial will take place at St. John/ St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery in Cleveland . (no newspaper cited)
AUDREY CORNELL Audrey Cornell, 88, a resident of Golden Living Center, entered eternal life on Monday, November 16, 2015. Audrey was born on June 11, 1927, in the Town of Centerville. She was the daughter of the late Roland and Babette Jacobi. Audrey was a graduate of Central High School with the class of 1945 and St. Agnes School of Nursing Cadet Nursing Core in 1948. She took a position as a registered nurse at St. Agnes Hospital and returned to Sheboygan in September of 1949 and worked at various hospitals and nursing homes in the area. She was married to Allen Cornell at St. John and St. Peter Lutheran Church, Cleveland by Pastor Eldon Bode, on December 22, 1951. Her husband preceded her in death on March 27, 2009, as did two sons, John Cornell in 1957 and James Cornell in 1967. Audrey was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Sheboygan. She was very involved with supporting Special Olympics, the Reins program and other activities at RCS. Audrey loved to cook and bake and spending time with her family. Camping was also a big part of her life. She is survived by a son, Charles (Marilyn) Cornell; daughter, JoAnne Cornell; granddaughter, Amy (Matt) Cornell; great-granddaughter, Jayme Cornell; two brothers, Paul (Audrey) Jacobi, all of Sheboygan and Frederick (Rosann) Jacobi, Manitowoc. She is further survived by nieces and nephews. Audrey was preceded in death by her husband, two sons, parents and a sister, Anita (Harold) Seger. A memorial service will be held on Monday, December 7, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Lutheran Church (2132 N 27th St. Sheboygan) with the Rev. Tim Kuske officiating. Friends may call on Monday, December 7, at the church, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service. Inurnment will follow at the St. John's Cemetery, Kassa. Please visit www.zimmerfuneralhome.com to sign the guestbook. The family would like to thank all the staff at Golden Living Center, especially Morgan, who spent a lot of time with her. They would also like to express a heartfelt thank you to Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. Sheboygan Press November 20, 2015
DOROTHY I. ERDMANN Dorothy I. Erdmann, 92, former town of Centerville resident, went home to her Lord, Wednesday, May 8, 2013, at Laurel Grove Assisted Living, in Manitowoc. She was born December 13, 1920, in town of Centerville, the daughter of the late Carl and Adelade Wagner Leiteritz. She attended Maple Leaf Grade School. On October 28, 1939, she was united in marriage to Herbert H. Erdmann and the couple resided and farmed in the town of Centerville until 1977, when Herbert semi-retired. Mr. Erdmann passed away June 5. 1999. Dorothy was a life-long member of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Cleveland, WI., where she served with the Ladies Aid. She was also a member of the Point River Homemakers and numerous card playing groups in the area. Survivors include six sons, Glenn (Lois) Erdmann, Appleton; Allen (Beverly), Gene, Lonnie (Lynn), Dale, and Mark (Debra), all of Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law, Betteann (David) Radue, Whitelaw; 22 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Also surviving, one sister, LaVerne (Harlen) Albrecht and one brother, Milton Leiteritz; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding Dorothy in death, her husband, one infant daughter, Karen, one daughter-in-law, Elaine, one sister, Gertrude Van de Loo, and one brother, Willard Leiteritz; two sisters-in-law, Doris Leiteritz and Fern Leiteritz; and one brother-in-law, George Van de Loo. Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Sundav, May 12, 2013, at St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1255 W. Washington Ave., Cleveland. Pastor David Endorf will officiate and burial will follow the service at St. John's (Kassa) Cemetery in town Centerville. Friends may call at the church on Saturday, May 11, 2013, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and on Sunday, May 12, 2013, from noon until the hour of service. The Stoltenberg Funeral Chapel, Cleveland, is assisting the family with these funeral arrangements. A memorial fund has been established for St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church and Manitowoc Lutheran High School in Dorothy's name. The family wishes to express their Heartfelt thanks to the staff at Laurel Grove Assisted Living, for the love and care they gave their mother. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter May 10, 2013
MARCELLA FREIS Marcella Freis, age 101, formerly of the town of Centerville, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2007, at the Whitetail Estates Assisted Living under the care of Manitowoc County Community Hospice. Marcella was born June 22, 1905 in the town of Centerville to the late Charlie and Emma (Heckmann) Voss. On Oct. 10, 1925, she married Hilbert A. Freis at St. James United Church of Christ, Spring Valley. He preceded her in death in 1998. They were privileged to celebrate 73 years of marriage. Marcella attended Lafollette School in the town of Centerville. After marriage, she and Hilbert resided on their dairy farm for 67 years. She enjoyed gardening, the apple and pear orchards, and going to Manitowoc farmer's market with the produce. She loved music, played the piano, and organized family sing-alongs. She was well known for her skill at tatting, sharing her handiwork with family and friends. Marcella was a member of St. John-St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, where she sang in the choir for many years, and also belonged to the Ladies Aid Society. Marcella is survived by her daughters Carol (Vernon) Grupe of Cleveland, Sandra Fries of Appleton, and Rogene ( Roger ) Stolsen of Stillwater, MN. She is also survived by ten grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. She is further survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a grandchild, a great grandchild, and two brothers, Stanley and Roy Voss. She was preceded in death by a grandchild, a great-grandchild, and two brothers, Stanley and Roy Voss. Funeral services for Marcella will be held on Thursday, March 22, 2007, at 2 p.m. at St. John-St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cleveland. The Rev. David Endorf, pastor, will officiate. Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will follow services in St. John's (Kassa) Cemetery following services. A memorial fund has been established in her name for Proclaiming Christ-Today and Tomorrow, Care of St. John-St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1255 W. Washington, Cleveland, WI 53015. Zimmer's Westview Funeral & Cremation Care Center is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at zimmerfuneral home.com. The family would like to thank the staff of Whitetail Estates for the loving care Marcella received during her stay. Manitowoc Herald Times Tuesday, March 20, 2007 pg. A3
BETTY J. GRUPE Betty J. Grupe, 80, village of Cleveland resident, went home to her Lord, on Friday September 5, 2014, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Center, Sheboygan Falls, with her family at her side. She was born in Sheboygan on July 3, 1934, the daughter of the late Erwin and Helen Thorsell Rohde. Betty graduated from Sheboygan Central High School, the Class of 1952. On May 2, 1953, she was united in marriage to Clarence G. Grupe at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sheboygan, and the couple resided in Cleveland. The marriage was blessed with four children. Betty was employed for many years at the Cleveland Coop, and retired from Younkers Department Store in Sheboygan. She was a member of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Cleveland, where she was a Sunday School teacher for many years. Betty was also a member of local homemakers club and the Melody Dance Club. Her interests included listening to Country and Polka music, and playing cards with several area card clubs. She also enjoyed gardening, traveling, camping, and spending time with family and friends. Betty is survived by her husband, Clarence of Cleveland; two sons, Tom (Colleen) Grupe and David Grupe and his special friend, Colleen Dunn, both of Cleveland; two daughters, Patti Grupe and her special friend, Jim Kettler of Cleveland; and Susan (Joe) Suprick of North Carolina; seven grandchildren, Amy Grupe and her special friend, Robert, Josh (Danielle) Grupe, Amber (James) Mann, Jerad (Melissa) Grupe, Caitlyn Grupe, Danielle Suprick, and Joey Suprick; two brothers, Marvin (Gail) Rohde of Sheboygan, and Erwin Jr. (Doris) Rohde of Branson, MO: two brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law, Vernon (Carol) Grupe, Earl (Carol) Grupe, Caroline Wieland and her special friend Adolf, and Joyce (Francis) Lulloff. Preceding Betty in death are one brother, Willard (Shirley) Rohde and one sister, Marion (Norman) Meier and one sister-in-law, Janice Rohde. Funeral services will be held at 5:30 p.m. Friday, September 12, 2014, at St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1255 West Washington Ave., Cleveland. Pastor David Endorf will officiate and burial will follow at St. Johns Graveyard (Kassa Cemetery) in Town Centerville. Friends may call at the church on Friday, September 12, 2014, from 3 p.m. until the hour of service. The Stoltenberg Funeral Chapel of Cleveland is assisting the family with these funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Betty's name for St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice Center. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Dr. Kumar and the staff from the Vince Lombardi Cancer Center in Sheboygan, and the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice Center staff and volunteers for all of their gracious care and comfort. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter September 10, 2014
CAROL J. GRUPE (d. 2015) Softly and tenderly Jesus called our beloved wife, mother and grandmother to her eternal home in heaven on June 24, 2015. Carol J. Freis was born to the late Marcella (Voss) and Hilbert Freis on May 24, 1933 in town Centerville, where she lived until her marriage to Vernon Grupe on May 24, 1952. She graduated from Pleasant Hill Elementary School on May 24, 1947, and from Kiel High School, May 24, 1951. She was a lifelong member of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cleveland, and was very active by teaching Sunday School for 40 years, singing and directing the church choir, being a past member of Young Married Peoples Society, and the Ladies Aid Society. She worked for the Kohler Company for 23 years, most recently as a Secretary to the Training Dept. Mgr. Sewing quilts for infants and toddlers was a great accomplishment for her including her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her children and their families, Jellane (Jeff) Schneider, of Reedsville, WI; Judy (Adrain) Wagner of Haven, WI; Karen (Larry) Van de Loo of rural Newton; and Keith (Karen) Grupe of rural Newton. Also surviving are grandchildren, Gwen Schneider, Chris and Michelle Schneider; Dawn (Kyle) Krebsbach, Deja Van de Loo, Ryan (Jamie) Van de Loo, April (Dave) Mair, Melissa (Greg) Thomson, Rachel Grupe, Eric Grupe, John Lardinois and Nick Lardinois; eleven great-grandchildren, Lily, Marcella, Zachrey and Vincent Schneider, Chloe, Will and Noah Krebsbach, Alex and Nathan Van de Loo, and Eleanor and Isaac Mair. She is also survived by two sisters, Sandra Freis of Appleton; and Rogene (Roger) Stolson of Stillwater, Minn. Preceding her in death are her husband, Vernon; one daughter-in-law, JoEllen Grupe; and one grandson, Kurt Schneider. Funeral Services for Carol, will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, June 29, 2015, at St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cleveland. Pastor David Endorf will officiate and burial will follow at St. John's Graveyard (Kassa Cemetery) in the town of Centerville. Friends may call at the CHURCH on Monday, June 29, 2015, from 11 a.m. until the hour of service. The Stoltenberg Funeral Chapel, Cleveland, is assisting the family with these funeral arrangements. A memorial fund has been established for St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church and Manitowoc Lutheran High School, In Carol Grupe's name. The family wishes to express a heartfelt Thank you to the staff of Terrace Place, Sheboygan, Morningside Nursing Center and the Sharon Richardson Hospice, Also a special thank you to Cindy Kraemer, Carol's personal care giver for the love and kindness given to Carol and her family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter June 26, 2015
CLARENCE G. GRUPE Clarence G. Grupe, 83, village of Cleveland resident, went home to his Lord, on Wednesday March 18, 2015, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Center, Sheboygan Falls, with his family at his side. He was born in Centerville on June 11, 1931, the son of the late Herbert and Mabel Grupe. Clarence graduated from Sheboygan Central High School, the Class of 1949. On May 2, 1953, he was united in marriage to Betty J. Rohde at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sheboygan, and the couple resided in Cleveland. The marriage was blessed with four children. Clarence was employed for 32 years at the Manitowoc Highway Department, retiring 1993. He was a member of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Cleveland, where he was involved and helped out whenever needed. Clarence was also a past member of the Cleveland Fish and Game and the Melody Makers Dance Club. His interests included listening to Country and Polka music, as well as playing cards with several area card clubs. He also enjoyed gardening, camping, and crafting bridges, fences, benches and just about anything involved with working outdoors; but he loved "making wood". He also enjoyed traveling and spending time with family and friends. Dad had a heart of gold and a good sense of humor. Clarence is survived by two sons, Tom (Colleen) Grupe and David Grupe and his special friend, Colleen Dunn, both of Cleveland; two daughters, Patti Grupe and her special, friend, Jim Kettler of Cleveland; and Susan (Joe) Suprick of North Carolina; seven grandchildren, Amy Grupe and her special friend, Robert Hughes; Josh (Danielle) Grupe; Amber (James) Mann; Jerad (Melissa) Grupe; Caitlyn Grupe (Matt Laabs), Danielle Suprick, and Joey Suprick; one great-grandchild, Ella; one brother, Earl (Carol) Grupe of Minocqua; and two sisters, Caroline (Adolf Koncilja) Wieland of Sheboygan; Joyce (Francis) Lulloff of Cleveland; one sister-in-law, Carol Grupe, two brothers-in-law, Marvin (Gail) Rohde of Sheboygan; Erwin (Doris) Rohde of Branson, MO. Clarence lost the love his life Betty in Sept. 2014 and couldn't wait to be with her again. He was also preceded in death by one brother, Vernon Grupe, and in-laws, Willard (Shirley) Rohde, Marion (Norman) Meier, and Janice Rohde. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, March 23, 2015, at St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1255 West Washington Ave., Cleveland. Pastor David Endorf will officiate and burial will follow at St. Johns Graveyard (Kassa Cemetery) in town Centerville. Friends may call at the church on Monday, March 23, 2015, from noon until the hour of service. The Stoltenberg Funeral Chapel of Cleveland is assisting the family with these funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Clarence's name. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Aurora hospice nurses and Home Sweet Home Again caregivers for all of their gracious care and comfort during Dad's last few weeks. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter March 20, 2015
HERBERT GRUPE Herbert August Grupe, 59, a Town of Centerville farmer, died Saturday afternoon at his home following a lingering illness. Born in the town Feb. 22, 1800 (sic), he was a son of Christ and Anna Reinemann Gruppe, who now reside in Sheboygan. On May 26, 1928, he married the former Mabel Hetzel. The couple lived on the homestead farm. He was a member of St. John and St. Peter Lutheran Church in Cleveland and of the Men’s Club of the church. Survivors are his wife; his parents; three sons, (private); two daughters, (private); a brother, Elmer of Sheboygan; a sister, Mrs. Adela Begalke, also of Sheboygan, and six grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the St. John and St. Peter Lutheran Church in Cleveland. The Rev. Elden M. Bode, pastor, will officiate and burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery in the Town of Centerville. Friends may call at the Stoltenberg Funeral Chapels in Cleveland until 11 a.m. Tuesday and then at the church. Sheboygan Press, Monday, September 14, 1959 P. 12
MABEL GRUPE Mrs. Mabel Grupe, age 86, a former Village of Cleveland resident, died unexpectedly Friday, January 7, 1994, at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center. Funeral Service will be held at 1:30 Monday afternoon at St. John & St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Cleveland. The Pastor Henry F. Koch will officiate with burial in St. John (Kassa) Cemetery, Town of Centerville. She was born March 15, 1907, in the Town of Centerville, daughter of the late John and Minna Jaeger Hetzel. She attended Center Elementary School in the Town of Centerville and graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School in 1924. On May 26, 1928, she was united in marriage to Herbert Grupe. The couple resided on the Grupe homestead in the Town of Centerville where they farmed. He preceded in death September 12, 1959. In March of 1960 she moved to Cleveland. She worked for 13 years at Sheboygan Memorial Hospital. In August, 1992, she moved to Meadow View Manor, Sheboygan. She was a member of t. John & St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Cleveland. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Vernon (Carol) Grupe, Clarence (Betty) Grupe, both of Cleveland, Earl (Carol) Grupe, Oak Creek; two daughters and one son-in-law, Caroline Wieland, Howards Grove, Joyce (Francis) Lulloff, Cleveland; 16 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Dorothy Grupe, Sheboygan. She is preceded in death by her brother, Gilbert Hetzel, one sister, Alma Hetzel, one grandson, one great grandson. Friends may call at the Stoltenberg Funeral Chapels, 1056 Hemlock Street, Cleveland, Sunday afternoon from 4-8 pm. and at the church from 11 a.m. Monday until the hour of service. A memorial fund has been established for the handicapped entrance at St. John & St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mabel Grupe’s name. Herald Times Reporters, January 9, 1994 P. A2 ******** (15 Mar 1907/Jan 1994/SSDI)
VERNON E. GRUPE Vernon E. Grupe, 85, former Town Centerville resident, went home to his Lord, Sunday, March 1, 2015, at Terrace Place in Sheboygan. Vernon was born May 7, 1929, in Town Centerville, the son of the late Herbert and Mabel Hetzel Grupe. He attended grade school in Town Centerville and graduated in 1947 from Central High School in Sheboygan. On May 24, 1952, Vernon was united in marriage to Carol Freis at St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Cleveland. The couple resided in Town Meeme and moved to the Grupe Homestead Farm in 1960. The marriage was blessed with four children. Vernon was employed by the Kohler Company, Kohler WI, for 36 years and retired in 1991. He was a member of the Kohler Quarter Century Club. Vernon was also, a lifelong member of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, where he served on the church council and was a member of the church's Married Peoples Society. He was a very active member of the church, always ready to help when needed. Other memberships include, Melody Dancers, Cleveland Fish and Game as well as various card clubs. He enjoyed his family, friends, traveling, camping, gardening, and his orchard. Vernon is survived by his wife of 62 years, Carol of Sheboygan; three daughters, Jellane (Jeff) Schneider of Reedsville; Judy (Adrian Jr.) Wagner of Haven; Karen (Larry) VanDeLoo of Newton; one son, Keith (Karen) Grupe of Town Centerville; 11 grandchildren, Gwen Schneider, Christopher (Michelle) Schneider, Dawn (Kyle) Kresbach, April (Dave) Mair, Melissa (Greg) Thomson, Deja VanDeLoo , Ryan (Jamie) VanDeLoo, John Lardinois, Nick Lardinois, Rachael Grupe, and Eric Grupe; 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Clarence Grupe of Cleveland; and Earl (Carol) Grupe of Minoqua; two sisters, Caroline Wieland of Sheboygan; and Joyce (Frank) Lulloff of Town Centerville; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by one grandson, Kurt Schneider, one daughter-in-law, Jo Ellen Grupe, and one sister-in-law, Betty Grupe. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m, Friday, March 6, 2015, at St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cleveland. Pastor David Endorf will officiate and burial will follow at St. Johns Graveyard (Kassa Cemetery) in Town Centerville. Friends may call at the church on Friday, March 6, 2015, from 11 a.m. until the hour of service. Stoltenberg Funeral Chapel of Cleveland, is assisting the family with these funeral arrangements. A memorial fund has been established in Vernon's name for St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church and Manitowoc Lutheran High School. The family of Vernon Grupe would like to express a heartfelt thanks to his care givers, Cindy Kraemer, Tender Hearts, Terrace Place, and St. Nicholas Hospice, for the love and care given to Vernon and to his family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Mar. 4, 2015
HANNA HORMANN In PROBATE--Manitowoc County Court. In the matter of the estate of Mrs. Henry Hormann, deceased. On reading and filing the Petition of Henry Hormann, of Centerville Wisconsin, representing among other things that Mrs. Henry Hormann late of Centerville Wisconsin on the 1st day of June, A.D, 1875 at Centerville Wisconsin died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this State of Wisconsin, and that the said petitioner is the Widower of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to said Henry Hormann granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before the Judge of this Court, on Monday, the 8th day of August, A.D. 1875, at 10 o'clock A.M. at my office in said County. Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and to all persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a Weekly Newspaper published at the City of Manitowoc in said County. T.G. Olmsted, County Judge. Dated Manitowoc, Wis., the 6th day of July, A.D., 1875. Manitowoc Pilot, July 22, 1875 P. 2
ALBERT JACOBI (d. 1901) Death last week in Town Centerville of Albert Jacobi, eldest son of Fred Jacobi, after a long illness. The funeral was Sat. From Der Nord Westen, 19 Sep. 1901 ***** Cleveland: Upon the threshold of life, ambitious, diligent and with a great prospect before him, there passed away Albert Jacobi, the well known son of Fred Jacobi. The deceased had been confined to his bed for the last two years by tuberculosis of the bone. All that was within the power of man to do was done but to no avail, and at last, on Wednesday death came to him as a blessing. It may well be taken as a sign of his popularity and the esteem in which he was held that the funeral train extended for one mile. To the bereft we extend our heartfelt sorrow at their loss. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, September 19, 1901 pg. 8 ***** Centerville: Albert Jacobi son of Fred Jacobi chairman of this town, died last week after being sick for years. His age was 24 years. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, September 19, 1901 pg. 8
HERMAN JACOBI LOST ON THE SEA BIRD Information Relative to the Citizens of Manitowoc who were Victims of the Late Disaster. Thirty-One Persons Lost. In fulfilling the painful duty which devolves upon us at this time we have endeavored to present to our readers a correct report containing all the information in regard to the lost which we could obtain. We fear there will be some errors, but we have as far as possible obtained the statements of relatives or immediate friends of the deceased. We would that some other hand than ours--one better skilled in soothing afflicted hearts--might perform the sad office of saying comforting words to the distressed of our Village, but it may not be and we can only say to those who suffer, you have our heartfelt sympathy--and the sympathy of every person in Manitowoc. We have known your friends, respected them, loved them; and your loss is our loss. Let us hope that He who doeth all things well hath not permitted our friends to fall in vain. HERMAN JACOBY Was a German, and his father's family resides in Centerville, in the County. He was about 20 years of age and a promising boy. (Article continues in the same manner for each individual lost on the SEA BIRD; Geo. W. Emery, James A. Hodges, Capt. N.T. Nelson, Capt. John Sorenson, Charles Riechen, Joseph Doucett, Henry Nieman, Henry Pfeffer, James Leykom, August Wilde, Richard Flossbach, Amos Meyer, John Melka, Martin Rozezguiatee, Wm. Barter, Casper Klimer, John Foucks, Wenzel Hawlichek, P.C. Danahy, Raymond H. Hunt, Fred Henning Jr., and Thorine Oleson.) OTHERS. We hear of others who were on the boat beyond a doubt--one a Norwegian who has been chopping wood in this vicinity, could not learn his name; and two girls from the country who took passage from here with the intention of going either to Milwaukee or Chicago have not been heard from since the disaster. So it will be seen there were Thirty-one from here certainly, and two doubtful, lost on the SEA BIRD. The Manitowoc Tribune Thursday, April 16, 1868 pg. 4
LOUISE JACOBI Johanne Louise Moeglichs Marriage • Saxony, Prussia, Lutheran Baptisms, Marriages, and Burials, 1760-1890 Name Johanne Louise Moeglichs Gender weiblich (Female) Event Type Heirat (Marriage) Marriage Date 29 Jul 1821 Marriage Place Rotta, Sachsen (Saxony), Deutschland (Germany) Father Johann Gottlob Moeglichs Spouse Johann Christian Gottlob Jacobi Parish as it Appears Rotta City or District Rotta "Saxony, Prussia, Lutheran Baptisms, Marriages, and Burials, 1760-1890"
ELROY JAEGER El Roy "Roy" Jaeger, 71, formerly of Sheboygan, died in Three Rivers, Michigan. Born in Sheboygan, ElRoy was a son of the late Ruben and Virgene Shanahan Jaeger. Roy served his country during the Vietnam War in the U.S. Air Force where he was a technician on B-52 Bombers. In Three Rivers he lived on a hobby farm with a dozen horses and he also loved riding his motorcycle with a veteran's club and spending time with his sons. He is survived by three sons, Chris Jaeger, Aaron (Kristen) Jaeger, Michael (Angie) Jaeger; four grandchildren, Mikayla, Dylan, Hailey and Shane. He was preceded by his two wives, Donna and Judy. Burial will be in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Cleveland, WI. (no newspaper cited)
HOWARD W. JAEGER Howard W. Jaeger, 81, Village of Cleveland resident, was called to his heavenly home on Friday, May 31, 2013, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's. Howard was born November 12, 1931, to the late Clarence and Norma (Anger) Jaeger. He attended Maple Leaf grade school and Central High School. He married the love of his life and best friend's sister, Grace Vogel on August 21, 1954. As a lifelong resident of the Town of Centerville, Howard, along with his wife Grace, continued operating the family farm, Elmhome Dairy. He enjoyed snowmobiling as a member of the Cleveland Snowhawks and taught snowmobile safety to the children of the area for many years. Howard and Grace took many snowmobiling trips. Howard enjoyed the camaraderie of league bowling, which he participated in for over 30 years, and playing cards with their card club for 55 years. After farming, he worked for CF Heckman and Sohn Refrigeration. Howard was a talented craftsman with wood and metal. He had the unique ability to fix most anything. If you were looking for Howard, you could just go to his shop and find him tinkering or making something for Grace. Howard spent many Saturdays with his son and best friend Larry and they mutually enioyed anything powered by a motor. He was a lifetime member of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cleveland, where he was baptized, confirmed, married, and served on the Church Council. Howard and Grace took long weekend trips and extended vacations with friends. Howard enjoyed the outdoors while riding his ATV, clearing trails, cutting wood and just admiring nature. Howard is survived by his wife, Grace; son, Larry and wife, Darlene; granddaughter, Christy Eick and husband, Lee. He is also survived by two brothers-in-law, Lloyd Vogel and Wayne Vogel and his wife, Mary Ann. He was preceded in death by his precious granddaughter Kathy Jaeger; his parents, Clarence and Norma Jaeger; in-laws, Laverel and Norma Vogel; and sister-in-law, Dorothy Vogel. Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m., on Tuesday, June 11, 2013, at St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Cleveland. Pastor David Endorf will officiate and private burial rites will be held June 12, 2013, at St. John's Gravevard in the Town of Centerville. Friends mav call at the church on Tuesday June 11, 2013, from 1 p.m. until the hour of service. A memorial fund has been established in Howard Jaeger's name. The Stoltenberg Funeral Chapel of Cleveland is assisting the family with these funeral arrangements. The family wishes to send a special thank you to Dr. Pawlak and Dr. Nausieda for guiding us throughout this journey. A thank you to the 5th floor nures and staff at St. Nicholas Hospital for their loving care and concern, also to Pastor Endorf for all his visits, prayers and concern. Bobbie, Shelly, Jackie and Nicole, you are angels of care on earth. Thank for all your help and encouragement for Howard. Sheboygan Press June 1, 2013
PAUL G. JAEGER Paul G. Jaeger, former Kenosha County University of Wisconsin Cooperative Extension Agricultural Agent, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014, at Canterbury Home, Kenosha, his home for the past five years, at the age of 94. Born in 1919 in the town of Centerville, Manitowoc County, Wis., he was the son of the late Wilhelm and Emma (Doersch) Jaeger. He was educated in a one room school in Cleveland, Wis. Paul attended junior and senior high school in Manitowoc, Wis., and U.W. Madison. He went back to U.W. Madison and obtained his Masters Degree in 1968. Paul honorably served in the US Army Quartermasters Corp during WWII, in Fort Bragg, N.C., New Guinea and the Philippines. Following the war, he taught Veterans Farm Training in Kewanee, Wis. In 1955, Paul married his colleague and Home-Economics Agent, Charlotte Trewartha. She preceded him in death in 2000. Paul was the long-time University Cooperative Extension Agricultural Agent in Kenosha County and Associate Professor with the University of Wisconsin. He came to Kenosha in 1951 as a 4-H agent, and was appointed Agricultural Agent in 1953. During his tenure, he focused on rural-urban issues, serving on the Fox River Watershed committee and the Chicago-Milwaukee Corridor Geographic Study, the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission, the Governors committee on the future of Bong Recreation area, the site committee for U.W.-Parkside and organized the Gateway Florists Association. He wrote a weekly column, From the County Agents Desk, for the Kenosha News, and in the early days, he appeared on WLIP radio and WISN TV. He was also available to meet the public at the counter in the Extension Office to answer agriculture or horticulture questions. After his retirement in 1980, Paul remained active in dairy herd improvement, and continued working with the annual Kenosha Dairy Breakfast and the Kenosha County Fair. He was member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Kenosha Genealogical Society, the Kenosha County Fair Board, and the Downtown Kiwanis, where he headed the scholarship committee for many years. Paul was an avid gardener and landscaper. He bestowed bouquets of daffodils and hyacinths on friends, even after he moved to Canterbury Home. He will be remembered by family and colleagues for his dedication, helpfulness and knowledge. He is survived by two sons, William (Pat) Jaeger of Little Silver, N.J., and Gregg (Barb) Jaeger of Kenosha; his daughter, Teri Jaeger of Reston, Va.; his three grandchildren, Kyle, Casey and Kayla Jaeger; and his nieces, Phyllis Neidinger, Joan Dargis and Janet Krofta. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his three brothers, Walter, Hugo and Clarence Jaeger; and his sister, Adelaide Stoltenberg. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at 1 p.m. at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2100 75th Street. Private interment will take place in St. Johns Cemetery, Cleveland, Wis. A visitation for Paul will be held at the funeral home on Monday, March 3 from 3:30 p.m. until 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial remembrances in Pauls name can be made to Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2100 75th St., Kenosha, WI 53143, the Kiwanis Foundation of Metropolitan Kenosha, Inc., P. O. Box 67, Kenosha, WI 53141-0067, or Hospice Alliance, Inc., 10220 Prairie Ridge Blvd., Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158. Published online at KenoshaNews.com from Feb. 28 to Mar. 2, 2014
DOROTHY JANING LIVED ON SAME FARM FOR NEAR SEVENTY YEARS Nearly seventy years on the same farm is the unusual record of Mrs. Dorothy Janing who passed away at the old homestead in the town of Centerville yesterday afternoon shortly after 3 o’clock. Death was due to the infirmities incident to advanced age, Mrs. Janing having been 86 years old. Born in Germany, Dec. 26, 1837, Mrs. Janing came to Manitowoc when a young woman of 18. She was married here to Christopher Janing, and they then located on the Centerville farm, which had been her home since. Mr. Janing passed away a number of years ago and the farm is being conducted by August Janing, a son. Mrs. Janing leaves five daughters, Mrs. Carl Grimmer, Mrs. William Hoyer, Mrs. William Burkart and Mrs. Albert Burkart of Manitowoc, Mrs. Herman Goeke of Cleveland and two sons, August and John Janing, both of Centerville. There are also twenty-seven grandchildren and thirty-three great grandchildren. The oldest great-grandchild is nineteen. The funeral will be held at the home at Centerville Friday afternoon at 1:30 and at St. Johannes and St. Peter church, Cleveland, at 2:30. The Rev. Sprengling will preside at the services and burial will be in Kassa cemetery, Centerville. Manitowoc Herald News, August 22, 1923 P. 4
DORIS M. LEITERITZ Doris M. Leiteritz, age 85, a resident of Country Side Manor, Sheboygan, died on Saturday, February 16, 2013 at Country Side Manor, Sheboygan. Doris was born on February 2, 1928 and was a graduate of Sheboygan Central High School with the class of 1946. On April 19, 1947 she married Milton C. Leiteritz at St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Sheboygan. Doris and Milton were the 4th generation of owners and operators of a dairy farm in the Cleveland area. She was a past member of the Manitowoc County Homemakers and St. John and St. Peter Lutheran Church Ladies Aid of Cleveland. Survivors include her husband: Milton, Sheboygan; three sons and two daughters-in-law: Tod and Diane Leiteritz, Cleveland, Jay and Ann Leiteritz, Newton, Brian Leiteritz, WI; six grandchildren: Kristin Leiteritz and Megan Leiteritz, Stephanie (Joseph) Gorgas Sr., Steven Leiteritz, Dusti (Justin) Spagel, Brian (Tiffany) Leiteritz Jr.; nine great-grandchildren: Joseph Jr., Mackenzie and Dominic Gorgas, Taylor Leiteritz, Anthony, Kadin, Khoury and Braden Spagel, Andrew Leiteritz; two sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law: Dorothy Erdmann, Manitowoc, LaVerne and Harlan Albrecht, Kiel. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her step father and mother: Leon (Charlie) and Letha (Rucker) Otto; three brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Herbert Erdmann, Willard and Fern Leiteritz, Gertrude and George Van de Loo; and a nephew: Larry Albrecht. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 928 South 14th Street, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Pastor Kim Henning with burial to follow at Kassa Cemetery in Centerville, WI. The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 928 South 14th Street, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established in Doris' name. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to thank Dr. Hancock and the staffs of Country Side Manor and Grace Hospice of Sheboygan for the compassionate care given to Doris. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Feb. 19, 2013
MILTON C. LEITERITZ Milton C. Leiteritz, age 90, a resident of St. Mary’s Home, Manitowoc, was called by our Lord on Friday, May 20, 2016 , into eternal life to join his beloved wife, Doris. Milton was born on March 25, 1926 in the town of Centerville, son of the late Carl and Adelaide (Wagner) Leiteritz. On April 19, 1947 he married the love of his life, Doris Rucker at St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Sheboygan. She preceded him in death on February 16, 2013 as he held her hand until the last moment. A fourth generation dairy farmer, Milton was extremely proud of his heritage. He and Doris owned and operated a very successful dairy operation for many years in the Cleveland area. He had much compassion for his animals and would wake during the night to check on them, as Nicki, his long time German Shepherd companion, waited patiently for him to return. Milton is survived by three sons and two daughters-in-law: Tod & Diane Leiteritz, Cleveland; Jan & Ann Leiteritz, Newton; Brian Leiteritz, Cleveland; six grandchildren: Kristin and Megan Leiteritz, Stephanie Leiteritz, Steven Leiteritz, Dusti (Justin) Spagel, Brian Leiteritz Jr.; nine great grandchildren: Joseph, Jr., Mackenzie and Dominic Gorgas, Taylor Leiteritz, Anthony, Kadin, Khoury and Braden Spagel, Andrew Leiteritz; and one sister and brother-in-law: LaVerne & Harlan Albrecht, Kiel. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Milton was preceded in death by his soul mate of 65 years, Doris Leiteritz; his father and mother: Carl and Adelaide (Wagner) Leiteritz; mother-in-law and father-in-law: Letha and Leon (Charles) Otto; one brother and sister-in-law: Willard and Fern Leiteritz; two sisters and brothers-in-law: Dorothy Leiteritz, Herbert Erdmann, Gertrude Leiteritz and George Van de Loo; two nephews: Larry Albrecht and Keith Leiteritz; one niece: Karen Erdmann. Private family service for Milton will be held at a later date. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter May 24, 2016
LEON CHARLES OTTO Leon Charles Otto, 81, Village of Cleveland resident, died unexpectedly Tuesday, August 21, 1990 at his home. He was born March 27, 1990 at Ashland, WI. On August 11, 1962, he was united in marriage to Letha Rucker. The couple resided in Milwaukee until 1988 when they moved to Cleveland. He worked for Penn Control Company, in Milwaukee, as a fire engineer. He attended St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, in Cleveland and was a member of the Cleveland Senior Citizens Group. Survivors are his wife, Letha; two sons and daughters-in-law, Charles (Dorothy) Otto, of Milwaukee; Eugene (Sheila) Otto, of Colorado; one step-daughter and son-in-law, Mrs. Doris (Milton) Leiteritz, of Cleveland; one brother, Leo Otto, of Portage; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were six brothers and one sister. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday morning, at St. John and Si. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, in Cleveland. The Rev. Henry F. Koch will officiate. Burial will be at Kassa Cemetery in the Town of Centerville. Friends may call at the Stoltenberg Funeral Chapel, in Cleveland, Thursday afternoon, after 4 p.m. and at the church from 10 a.m., Friday morning, until the hour of services. The Sheboygan Press Wednesday, August 22, 1990 pg. 5
LETHA EVA OTTO Letha E. Otto, 85, Town of Centerville resident, passed away Thursday, February 18, 1993 at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center. Born October 26, 1907 in Readstown, Wis., she was the daughter of the late Neils and Hannah Nelson. In 1926, she was united in marriage to William Rucker. The couple resided in Sheboygan. Mr. Rucker passed away in 1954. On October 16, 1961, she was united in marriage to Leon Charles Otto. The couple resided in Milwaukee until 1988, when they moved to the Village of Cleveland. Mr. Otto passed away August 23, 1991. She was a member of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church of Cleveland and its Ladies Aid Society. She was also a member of the Cleveland Senior Citizens Group. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Milton (Doris) Leiteritz. Town of Centerville; two step-sons, Charles (Dorothy) Otto, and Eugene (Sheila) Otto, both of Milwaukee; seven grand-children and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 22, 1993 at 11:30 a.m., at St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cleveland. The Rev. Henry F. Koch, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow at St. John's (Kassa) Cemetery, in the Town of Centerville. Friends may call at the Stoltenberg Funeral Chapel, in Cleveland, on Sunday, from 4 to 9 p.m. and at the church, on Monday, from 10 am. until the time of services. A memorial fund for the handicap entrance of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church has been established in Mrs. Otto's name. The Sheboygan Press Friday, February 19, 1993 pg. 2
HULDA POPPE Centerville news: Mrs. Henry Poppe of St. Paul, formerly Miss Hulda Doersch of here, died at Milwaukee Sunday. Her remains were brought here on Wednesday and the funeral took place on Thursday afternoon, Rev. Sprengling officiating. She leaves her husband and two children, an aged mother, a sister, Mrs. Wm. Jaeger, and a brother, Mr. Adolph Doersch. May her soul rest in peace. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 27, 1913 P. 8
J. CHRISTOPH REINEMANN LEAVES MANY DESCENDANTS Four Children, 33 Grand and 37 Great Grandchildren in Family Christopher Reineman, the Centerville pioneer farmer whose funeral was held at Centerville Monday, leaves many descendants, there being four children, thirty-three grandchildren and thirty-seven great grandchildren surviving Mr. Reineman. The funeral was a large one, attended by a great concourse of relatives and friends. Mr. Reineman had he lived until Friday, the present week, would have been 94 years of age, having been born at Keasalbach, Nov. 11, 1816. He emigrated to America in 1853 with his wife and family of five children and located on a farm in Centerville which has been his home ever since, for 57 years. Mr. Reineman purchased a farm of 40 acres from the U.S. Government, paying therefor $100. He retired fram active work several years ago and his son, John Reineman had conducted the farm. Mrs. Reineman died eighteen years ago and one son, Peter Reineman was killed in an accident at Reedsville a year ago. Mr. Reineman is survived by two sons, John, who served as Chairman of Centerville for years and Christopher Jr., also of Centerville and two daughters, Mrs. Peter Burgwardt, Milwaukee and Mrs. Edward Lutze, this county. Mr. Reineman was universally esteemed and was widely known in the county. Manitowoc Daily Herald -Tues., Nov. 8, 1910 page 1 ******** Christoph Reineman (SIC), a pioneer of this county and 94 years of age is dead at his home in Centerville, Wis. The decedent had lived in this section of the state a great many years and had resided in the same house for fifty years. The funeral was held Monday afternoon with the interment in the cemetery at Centerville. The death of Mr. Reineman removes a man who was held in high esteem. Mr. Reineman is survived by a large number of great grandchildren. The Sheboygan Press, November 8, 1910 ******** “Christopher Reineman (sic), who died at Centerville, Manitowoc County, was 94 years old and left 4 children, thirty three grandchildren, and thirty-seven great-grandchildren. He immigrated to America in 1853, and Centerville had been his home for the fifty-seven years he had been in this country.” Sheboygan County Historical Review-Record of Deaths of well known Sheboygan County Citizens p. 8 ******** It is seldom that one lives nowadays to reach the advanced age of 92, so that our town can feel proud to have as a resident one who has passed that mark, and is none other than Mr. C. Reinemann, father of John Reineman, chairman of the town. Born in Germany ninety-one years ago, the 11th of November, he resided there until the summer of '22 when he bade farewell to his fatherland and coming to this country spent the winter at Sheboygan which was then a mere village. When spring came he moved to Centerville and at once cleared off a spot whereon he erected a log cabin which served as a home for many years. The log cabin has long ago been replaced by one of the finest dwellings in the town and that which fifty-four years ago was a wilderness is now one of the finest farms in the county. It is with pleasure that the old settler tells you he is a grandfather to thirty-one, and great grandfather to thirty-five children. There are three sons, John and Chris. Of Cleveland and Peer of Reedsville, who for a number of years have had charge of the elevator there. There are two daughters, Mrs. Peter Borgwardt of Milwaukee and Mrs. Ed. Lutze of Meeme. He makes his home with hs son John, who is on the old homestead. Although four score and eleven years of age, of him it may be said, "Bent like a laboring oar that toils in the surf of the ocean. Ben but not broken by age, is the form of our hardy pioneer." He spends most of his time perusing the papers during the winter months but in summer he takes his place with the rest in the fields. He is never more at home than when surrounded by a number of his neighbors, telling them of the many exciting incidents which occurred when much of our country was a forest. Manitowoc Pilot, January 2, 1908 ********* Johann Christoph is my g, g, gpa, born in the Rhineprovinz and immigrated in 1852 (can’t find a passenger listing) with wife Maria Cecilia (ZINGERLING) and 5 children. They farmed next to the Fischer Creek just north of Cleveland, WI. (From researcher/see contributors page)
ROY F. SCHELK Roy F. Schelk, 69, formerly of Howards Grove, passed away May 20, 2009, in Eagle River, WI. Roy was born July 23, 1939 to the late Walter and Helene (Koeser) Schelk. On September 5, 1959, he married Julie Ann Voss at St. John-St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cleveland. She preceded him in death on May 21, 2005. Roy is survived by his sons, Michael (Danielle) Schelk of Eagle River, Steven (Kandy) Schelk of Sheboygan, and Charles (Paula) Schelk of Howards Grove, and his daughter Vickie Schelk of Sheboygan. He is also survived by grandchildren, Melissa (Jeff Kernen), Brandon, Trisha, Sabrina, Chelsea, Haleigh, Brittany, Ethan, Trevor; two step-grandchildren, Zach Travis and Chrissy Hernandez, and two step-great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his brothers, Kenneth (Faye) Schelk, Roger (Diane) Schelk, Walter (Verna) Schelk Jr., and Donald (Delores) Schelk, his sisters, Beatrice Grunewald, and Carol Jean (Dennis) Roethel. He is also survived by his in-laws, Eldon Voss of Newton, Ronnie Voss, Betty (Bruce) Bunge, and Bonnie (Gene) Feldmann. Burial at St. John's Kassa Cemetery in Cleveland. (no newspaper cited)
JOHN SIGGELKOW From Der Nord Westen, 01 Oct. 1903: Death from a heart attack in Centerville on Tues. last week of John Siggelkow at the age of 73 yrs. 7 mos. 7 days. The deceased, who came to America from Mecklenburg in 1859, settled in Village Centerville where he has lived ever since. He served the latter part of the Civil War in Company ‘B’ of the 45th Wisconsin Regiment. He leaves a widow, a brother and a sister. The funeral was held Friday.
JOANNE H. VAN CALSTER Joanne H. Van Calster, 71, of Green Bay, WI was called to her heavenly home on Monday, December 10, 2012 while with her family in Marion, IL. She was born on September 20, 1941 in Sheboygan to the late Clarence and Virginia ( Reinemann) Bruckschen. Joanne enjoyed playing piano and organ for church along with handbells, vacationing, and spending time with family and friends. She will be missed terribly but will live on in our hearts forever. She will never be forgotten. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Joanne is survived by her son, Steven Hirschmann; two daughters, Dawn Barnes and Kathlyn (Kevin) Riem; two brothers, Kenneth(Judy) Bruckschen and Larry(Nancy) Bruckschen; a sister, Sharon Lorfeld; nine grandsons, Justin Hirschmann, Tyler, Alex, Kyle, Jacob and Logan Barnes, Nickalus, Chandler and Conner Riem; and a granddaughter, Isabella Barnes. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother-in-law, Dale Lorfeld. Visitation will be held at St. Mark Ev. Lutheran Church, 2066 Lawrence Drive, De Pere on Friday, December 21, 2012 from 9:00 am until the funeral service at 11:00 am with Rev. John M. Parlow, Rev. Christopher Johnson and Rev. Eric Hansen officiating. Interment will be at St. John's (Kassa) Cemetery, Town of Centerville, WI. Online condolences may be expressed at www.lyndahl.com. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Dec. 16, 2012
FLORENCE A. VOSS Florence A Voss, town of Centerville resident died at her home, following a lingering illness. She was born in the Town of Herman to the late Arthur and Lydia Grunewald Fink. On Jan 28, 1942, she was united in marriage to Eldon Voss at Trinity Lutheran Church, Howards Grove. The couple resided in the town of Centerville where they were engaged in farming. She was a member of St Paul & St Peter Ev. Lutheran Church, Cleveland. Survivors are her husband, Eldon Voss; three daughters, Julie (Roy) Schelk, Betty (Bruce) Bunge, Bonnie (Gene) Feldmann; one son Ronald (Connie); 10 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren; six sisters, Gertrude (Orville) Ninmer, Elvira Ehlenbeck, Verna Ehlenbeck, Caroline (Spencer)Johnson, Irma (Francis) Wolfert, & LuAnn Reinemann; four brothers, Arthur Fink, Raymond (Dorothy) Fink, LeRoy(Margene)Fink, and Harvey Fink She is preceded in death by one sister, three brothers, and two brother-in-laws. Buried in the St Johns(Kassa)Cemetery. Newspaper not cited. ******** Mrs. Florence A. Voss, age 73, a town of Centerville resident, died Saturday, April 12, 1997, at her home following a lingering illness. Funeral Services will be held at 2 pm. Tuesday, April 15, 1997, at St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Cleveland. Rev. Henry F. Koch, pastor, will officiate with burial in St. John (Kassa) Cemetery, town of Centerville. She was born December 3, 1923, in the town of Herman, daughter of the late Arthur and Lydia Grunewald Fink. On January 28, 1942, she was united in marriage to Eldon Voss at Trinity Lutheran Church, Howards Grove. The couple resided in the town of Centerville, where they were engaged in farming. Florence Voss was a member of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Cleveland. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed traveling, gardening, flowers and her grandchildren. She was an experienced seamstress having made the wedding dress for her daughter Betty. She will be sadly missed by those she touched, especially her family. Survivors include her husband, Eldon Voss; three daughters and sons-in-law, Julie (Roy) Schelk, Green Bay, Betty (Bruce) Bunge, Newton, Bonnie (Gene) Feldmann, Plymouth; one son and daughter-in-law, Ronald (Connie) Voss, Newton; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; six sisters, Gertrude (Orville) Ninmer, Kiel, Elvira Ehlenbeck, Elkhart Lake, Verna Ehlenbeck, Greenbush, Caroline (Spencer) Johnson, Sheboygan, Irma (Francis) Wolfert, Sheboygan, Lu Ann Reinemann, Plymouth; four brothers, Arthur Fink, Kiel, Raymond (Dorothy) Fink, Plymouth, LeRoy (Margene) Fink, rural Plymouth, Harvey Fink, Sheboygan Falls; nieces, nephews and friends. Preceding her in death were her parents, one sister, three brothers and two brothers-in-law. Friends may call at St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church on Tuesday morning from 10 a.m. until the hour of service. Stoltenberg Funeral Chapels, Cleveland, are handling the arrangements. A memorial fund has been established in Florence Voss’s name. Herald Times Reporter, April 14, 1997 P. A2
ROY E. VOSS Roy E Voss, 88, resident of St Mary's Home, Manitowoc died at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. He was born in the Town of Centerville, Manitowoc County, a son of the late Charles and Emma Heckmann Voss. In 1922 he married Laura Janing and she died August 24, 1945. He than married Hertha Ruge, of Sheboygan on June 1, 1952 and she died December 21, 1981. Mr Voss farmed in Manitowoc County from 1918 to 1945. He than was a self-employed carpenter and sold Christmas trees in Sheboygan for many years. He is survived by a son Eldon (Florence) Voss; two daughters, Mrs. Arline (William) Jost, Mrs Angeline (Stanley) Rogala; five step-sons Frederick Ruge, William Ruge, Theodore & Norbert Ruge, Eugene Ruge; 11 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren; a brother Stanley(Lillian) Voss and a sister, Mrs Marcella(Hilbert) Freis. He was also preceded in death by a daughter LaVerne. Newspaper not cited. ******** Miss Laura Janing and Roy Voss, both of Cleveland, were united in marriage at the village on Saturday, the Rev. Springling of Hika, officiating at the wedding ceremony. A reception was held at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. August Janing where a wedding dinner was served to a large number of invited guests. Mr. and Mrs. Voss will make their home on a farm at Cleveland. Manitowoc Herald News, August 29, 1921 P. 12 ******** (b. 28 July 1900/d. 3 May 1989/SSDI)
MATHEW J. WHITE Mathew J. White, age 73, of Fitchburg, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2011, in Honolulu, Hawaii, as a result of an accident. He was born on Jan. 15, 1938, in Madison, the son of Marvin and Marie (Thrum) White. Mathew married Anna Schuette on Oct. 26, 1963 in Cleveland, Wisc. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp Reserves. Mathew started his sheet metal apprenticeship at the age of 17. He worked in the sheet metal trade for 43 years, retiring in 2000. Mathew was a member of Local 18 of the WI Sheet Metal Workers' Union for over 50 years. He was a founding fire fighter of the Fitchburg Fire Department in 1970 and served as the Chief from 1982-1983. Using his sheet metal aptitude, he built several of the fire departments early fire apparatuses. Mathew served as treasurer on the Dane Co. Fire Chiefs and Fire Fighters, member of Wisconsin State Fire Chief and Southern Wisconsin/Northern Illinois Fire Rescue Association. He retired from the fire department in the early 1990s. Mathew enjoyed bowling, camping, fishing, golfing and working in his hobby shop. In his retirement, he enjoyed his daily coffee at Gervasi Marine. Mathew is survived by his wife, Anna of Fitchburg; sons, Dan (Sue) White of Brookyln and Doug White of Waipahu, Hawaii; step-granddaughter, Libbie Reese; brother, Martin (Jolie) White of West Palm Beach, Florida; sister, Marlaine White of Eau Claire; sisters-in-law, Norma (Jim) Kumbalek and Joy (Bill) Krueger; and brothers-in-law, Wayne (Diana) Schuette and Dale Schuette. A celebration of Mat's life will be held at the CITY OF FITCHBURG FIREHOUSE #1, 5791 Lacy Road, Fitchburg, at 11 a.m., on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2011. Visitation will be held at the firehouse from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 28, 2011 and also from 9 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday. Burial will be held at St. John (Kassa) Cemetery, town of Centerville, in Cleveland, Wisconsin, at 11:30 a.m., on Monday, Oct. 31, 2011. Memorials may be made in Mathew's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the ESA Foundation Scholarship Fund. Published in Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Oct. 23, 2011
JOSEF WOKALEK Wokaluk Wisconsin, Death Records Name Wokaluk Event Type Death Event Date 1887 Event Place Centerville, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Gender Male Age 56 Marital Status Unknown Race white Occupation farmer Birth Year (Estimated) 1831 Birthplace Bohemia Cemetery Centerville Cemetery "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch
F. AUGUST ZEITLER (From the correspondent in Centerville, 27 May) Death Sun., 24 May, of 36 yr. old August Zeidler of lower abdominal inflammation. Mr. Zeidler got married about 3 yrs. ago and took over the farm of his father, John Zeidler. He is survived by his parents, his sisters, and a grieving widow with 2 small children. The funeral took place Wed. afternoon at St. Johannes Cemetery, conducted by Pastor Sprengling. Der Nord Westen, Manitowoc, Wis., 28 May 1896 ***** (First publication June 18th, 1896.) No. 26 STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY-In Probate. In the matter of the estate of August Zeitler, deceased, intestate. On reading and filing the petition of Alwine Zeitler of the town of Centerville, in said county, representing among other things that August Zeitler an inhabitant of said county, on the 24th day of May, A.D., 1896, at said town of Centerville died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and that said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Alwine Zeitler granted. It is ordered that said petition be heard at a special term of said county court, to be held on Tuesday, the 21st day of July, A.D., 1896, at 10 o'clock A.M., at the office of the county judge in the city of Manitowoc, in said county. Ordered further, that notice of the time and place so appointed be given to all persons interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at the city of Manitowoc in said county. Dated at Manitowoc, the 17th day of June, A.D. 1896. By the court, J.S. Anderson, County Judge. Schmtiz & Kirwan, Attorneys. Manitowoc Pilot, July 16, 1896 P. 2