ANNA BARGENQUAST Mrs. John Bargenquast passed away at her home Wednesday afternoon at 3:30, Nov. 7, 1911. She was 50 years, 3 months and 17 days old at the time of her death. Anna Beyer was born in the town of Russell on July 20th, 1861. Later coming to New Holstein she was united in marriage to John Bargenquast on Nov. 28, 1882. Theirs was a happy life, each living in perfect harmony with the other. In 1883 they moved onto the farm purchased by them. She is survived by a husband, five sons and two daughters, three brothers and two sisters. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at the Reformed church, of which deceased was a devout member. Here the sermon was preached by the pastor, and the choir rendered appropriate songs. A very large number of relatives and friends were present to pay respect to the memory of a truly Christian wife and mother. The Ladies Aid Society escorted the body from the church to the cemetery, where the solemmn rites of the Reformed church were used for the interment. Those from away who attended the funeral were: Miss Lizzie Lang and Mrs. Henry Cliver of Marshfield, Miss Helen Erdman and Ed Bargenquast of Cedarburg, Mr. and Mrs. E. Schneider of Thorp, Mr. and Mrs. J. Beyer, and Martin and Peter Beyer of Fond du Lac. Calumet County Reporter, November 15, 1911
CLARENCE BARGENQUAST Clarence A. Bargenquast, 83, a retired Town of New Holstein farmer and former Kiel resident, died Wednesday, Dec. 26, 1979, at Chilton Village Nursing Home where he resided since October of 1978. He was born June 15, 1896, in the Town of New Holstein, a son of the late John and Anna Beyer Bargenquast. He married Viola Daul on Sept. 15, 1917, at Marshfield. The couple lived in Oconomowoc until 1919 when they moved to a farm in the Town of New Holstein. His wife died on Sept. 20, 1963, and Mr. Bargenquast retired in 1964. On July 11, 1966, he married Viola Anhalt Williams in Neenah. They lived in Fond du Lac for one year and later in the Town of New Holstein and in Kiel from 1974 until he went to the nursing home. Mr. Bargenquast was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church, St. Anna. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Mrs. June Zahn of Memphis, Tenn.; three sons Donald of Fond du Lac, Wallace of Sussex and Harold of Milwaukee; 16 grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Emma Bahrs of Oshkosh. Other survivors include a stepson, Mattie Williams of Route 2, New Holstein; six step-granchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, and at 10 a.m. at St. Anne’s Church in St. Anna. The Rev. Milton Seuss will officiate, and burial will follow in New Holstein Cemetery. Friends of Mr. Bargenquast may call after 4 p.m. today and until 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. A memorial has been established. New Holstein Reporter, January 3, 1980
JOHN BARGENQUAST At the age of 77 years, John Bargenquast passed away at his home in the town of New Holstein Saturday evening at 8:30 o’clock. He had been a resident of this vicinity for the past 65 years. The deceased was born March 12, 1856 in Schleswig-Holstein Germany. At the age of seven years he came to this country with his mother, who settled in Chicago. As a young man he came to the town of New Holstein, where he purchased a farm. He was united in marriage on November 28, 1882, to Miss Anna Beyer of Russell. The couple resided on the same farm throughout their lives. Seven children were born to the couple. They are as follows: Mrs. Edward (Emma) Bahrs of the town of New Holstein; Mrs. A. J. (Florence) Thiel of the town of Chilton; John C. Bargenquast of Milwaukee; George of Oshkosh; Edward of Milwaukee; Hugo of Athens; and Clarence on the homestead farm. Surviving also are seventeen grandchildren and a sister Mr. Ernst Schneider of Thorp. His wife preceded him in death on November 11, 1911. Funeral services were held from the farm home on Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock, the Rev. A. Geo. Schmidt performing the last rites. Interment was in the New Holstein cemetery. Tri-County Record, March 16, 1933
VIOLA M. BARGENQUAST Mrs. Clarence Bargenquast, 66, of R. 1, New Holstein, died Friday morning at Calumet Memorial Hospital where she had been a patient since Sunday. She was born at Stratford, Wis., Jan. 10, 1897, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Daul, and was married at Marshfield to Clarence Bargenqauast Sept. 15, 1917. She had been a resident of New Holstein since her marriage. Surviving are her husband; three sons, Donald of Fond du Lac, Wallace of Lannon, Wis., and Harold of Milwaukee; a daughter, Mrs. Albert {June} Zahn, Sheboygan; two brothers, Charles Daul, Stratford, and Joseph Daul, Rhinelander; four sisters, Mrs. Anna Lieke, Park Falls, Mrs. Clara Ryan and Mrs. Ralph Ferry, both of Oconomowoc and Mrs. Frank Steinmetz, Marshfield; 15 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Erbe-Hoffman Funeral Home, New Holstein, at 2 p.m. Monday with the Rev. Lambert Scanlan of Holy Rosary Catholic church officiating. Burial was in New Holstein City Cemetery. Chilton Times Journal, September 26, 1963
HERMAN BARTELS Herman Bartels, age 64, died last Wednesday morning at 5:20 a.m. following a stroke at his home in New Holstein. Mr. Bartels was born January 2, 1878, in New Holstein, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Bartels, and attended the Meade school. He was a life-long resident of this community, employed for over 25 years as a pattern maker at the Lauson Manufacturing Company in New Holstein. On March 31, 1903, he was married to Miss Mary Hass, and she preceded him in death on December 14, 1941. He was a member of the Modern Wooden of America and the Quarter Century Club of the Lauson plant. Survivors are a daughter, Calumet County Nurse, Miss Edna Bartels; a son, Edgar of Milwaukee; two grandchildren, and an aunt, Mrs. Henry C. Graves of New Holstein. No newspaper named, 1942
MARY BARTELS Mrs. Otto Bartels, aged 84, of this city, died Monday morning at ten o’clock after having been in ill health for several years. She had been ill with pneumonia since Friday. Born in the town of New Holstein on January 24, 1852, Mrs. Bartels was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Claus Greve. In 1875 she was married to Otto Bartels of New Holstein. Following their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Bartels operated a farm south of Hew Holstein, for 25 years. In 1900 they moved to New Holstein, living on East Wisconsin Avenue, where Mr. Bartels died in 1915. For the past three years Mrs. Bartels has resided with her son, Herman, in this city. Survivors are one son, Herman of here; one brother, H. C. Greve, of here; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A daughter, Mrs. Herman Schildhauer, preceded her mother in death in 1926. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Erbe- Hoffmann funeral home. The Rev. A. G. Schmid of St. John’s Reformed church officiated and burial was made in the city cemetery. Tri-County Record, February 20, 1936
OTTO BARTELS The death of Otto Bartels was announced Monday morning. He was born in Cleve, Germany on January 26, 1852 and came to New Holstein at the age of 14 years with his mother and father. On May 26, 1876 he was united in marriage to Mary Greve. Two children were born to them, Herman of this village and Mrs. Herman Schildhauer, living south of this village. Mr. Bartels lived on a farm 1/2 mile north of the village until four years ago when he moved to New Holstein. Always of ???? position and of rugged nature he worked hard to make a home for his family until a few years ago. Besides the two children he leaves his wife to mourn him. The funeral was held Thursday, with burial in the New Holstein cemetery. Calumet County Reporter, December 31, 1915
JOSEPH BECHLE Joseph Bechle, 83, of 700 Milwaukee St., Kiel, died Sunday night at St Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan, where he had been a patient since Friday. Jehovah Witness services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. Interment will be in New Holstein Cemetery. Mr. Bechle was born March 16, 1876, in the Town of Eaton, son of the late Barthelomaus and Elizabeth Lenz Bechle. He attended school at St. Nazianz and later became a painter by trade. He married the former Dora Lauson Oct. 15, 1896, at Kiel, where he was employed in the finish department at the Kiel Furniture Co. The couple later moved to Peshtigo where he operated a farm until 1904 returning to farm in Manitowoc and Sheboygan counties until 1949 when the couple moved to Kiel. Survivors include the wife, a son, Leo H. of New Holstein, and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by four brothers and a grandson. No newpaper named, 1959
EDWARD BEHNKE Edward Behnke passed away on Saturday morning at 10:30 following a stroke. He was born March 2, 1866 at Rockland, Manitowoc County. The family lived at Potter and Hilbert. On May 12, 1891 he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Tiedjens. They then made their home at Hilbert for three years, Brillion for three years, Amberg three years and Crivitz ten years. In 1910 they came to this city and for the past twelve years they have made their home on a farm in the town of New Holstein. Mr. Behnke is survived by one son, Elmer of here and one daughter, Mrs. Adalia Weber of Milwaukee. Two sisters, Mrs. Adolph Casper of Hilbert and Mrs. Emil Buenkler of Oshkosh and four brothers, Otto of Oshkosh, Adolph and Herman of Hilbert and John of Wayside, also survive. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at the home, the Rev. A. G. Schmidt officiating with interment in the local cemetery. Tri-County Record, September 1, 1932
ANNA BERG Funeral services for Mrs. Otto Berg, 68, nee Anna Joehn, who passed away early Thursday morning at her home here, were held Saturday afternoon from the St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed church. Mrs. Berg was born August 14, 1885 in the town of Rantoul, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Karl Joehn. She was married to Otto Berg November 19, 1918. She was a member of the Reformed church and its Woman’s Guild. Survivors are her husband, and one sister, Mrs. Emma Garbe of Oshkosh. Burial was made in the city cemetery, with the Rev. Roland Kley officiating. During the services members of the Woman’s Guild chorus sang “It Is Well With My Soul” and “I Heard the Voice of Jesus.” Pallbearers were Jack Shaver, Elmer Paulsen, Henry Nottling, Edgar Dedering, Edward Schuette and Alfred Paulsen. Tri-County Record, March 4, 1954
ANNA BEYERSTEDT From Calumet county death records: Anna Beyerstedt nee Arps (v.4 p.104) Dec. 19, 1842-Oct. 15, 1906 Born Germany Died from “fracture of base of skull, 4 days” Buried at New Holstein Cemetery ********* From Calumet county marriage records: Friedrick Beyerstedt and Anna Arps (v.1 p.65) Dec. 19, 1862 in civil ceremony, Town of New Holstein Friedrick Beyerstedt Son of John Beyerstedt and J. C. M. Beyerstedt Born left unmarked Anna Arps Daughter of John and Amalia Arps
ANNA BIERMANN Funeral services for Mrs. John Bierman, 80, of 2256 State St., New Holstein, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Johns United Church of Christ at New Holstein. The Rev. Charles Koch, pastor will officiate. Burial will be in the family lot in the New Holstein City Cemetery. Mrs. Bierman, a resident of the New Holstein area her entire life died Tuesday night at the Calumet Memorial Hospital in Chilton after an illness of 12 days. The former Anna Gisch, she was born September 9, 1879, in the Town of New Holstein, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gisch. She attended district schools and on September 1, 1898, was married to John Bierman. Mrs. Bierman was a member of St. Johns United Church of Christ and its Ladies Guild. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. George (Hattie) Luehrs of New Holstein; one grandchild; a brother, Joseph Gisch of New Holstein, and a sister, Mrs. James Vint of Union Grove, Wis. Her husband, one brother and one sister preceded her in death. Sheboygan Press, Thursday January 28, 1960
CHARLES BIERMANN The remains of Charles Biermann were shipped here for burial on Thursday afternoon from Grand Chute where he had died of apoplexy on Wednesday at the age of 49 years, 9 months and 12 days. He leaves besides two children and his wife; two sisters, Mrs. Jac. Kehl of Sheboygan and Mrs. Meyer of Chicago; five brothers, Henry, George, and Will of Sheboygan, John, New Holstein, and Edward of Colorado. The funeral was held this Friday afternoon at two o’clock. Rev. A. C. Plappert officiating. New Holstein Reporter, April 16, 1920
JOHN BIERMANN John Bierman(sic), 86, of 2256 State St., New Holstein, died Thursday at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton, following a lingering illness. He had been a patient at the hospital for one week. A lifelong resident of New Holstein, he was born March 28, 1873, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bierman. He attended local schools and was a farmer his entire life. Survivors are his wife, the former Anna Gisch, whom he married September 1, 1898, in New Holstein; one daughter, Mrs. George (Hattie) Luehrs, and one grandson Services will be held Monday at St. Johns Evangelical and Reformed Church in New Holstein where he was a member, the Rev. Charles Koch will officiate and burial will be in New Holstein Cemetery. Sheboygan Press, Friday August 21, 1959
AUGUSTA BIRK Died at her home in Charlestown on Friday, Oct. 30th, Augusta, wife of Christian Borck(sic), aged 61 years, 2 months and 29 days. The deceased has been an invalid for nearly fifteen years past. The cause of her death was dropsy and heart trouble. She was a woman who was loved by her relatives and neighbors and her death is a sad blow to the community in which she lived. She was born in Germany, Aug 1, 1830. In 1840 she married August Siefert and six years afterwards came to America a located in Milwaukee, where she and her husband remained until 1859, when they located in the town of New Holstein and remained until 1862. Her husband enlisted and went to the war, where he was taken ill and came home and died in 1865. She was married to Christian Borck in 1869, and resided in Charlestown until called to the home on high. Seven children by her first husband survive her; George, Fred, Gus, Ed, and Will Siefert; Mrs. Mary Born and Mrs. Amelia Chart, all of whom attended the funeral. She also leaves a husband and one son, Christian to mourn her death. The funeral took place on Sunday, her remains being interred in the cemetery at New Holstein. Chilton Times, November 7, 1891
PAUL BLUMBERG Death came suddenly Sunday evening to Paul (Shorty) Blumberg, New Holstein industrialist and former Kiel businessman. He was 67 years of age. His death came as he was driving home from the high school, where he had attended the Tripoli Temple band concert and supper. Eugene Wulff, a business associate was riding with Mr. Blumberg in his car when he was stricken. A founder-partner in the Meile-Blumberg Corporation, he was active in the business and civic life of New Holstein. At one time Meili-Blumberg operated the Ford agency in Kiel. He is survived by his wife; a son, Leslie of New Holstein, and a daughter, Mrs. Norman Barnstein, Redlands, California. There are seven grandchildren. Funeral services are to be held this afternoon, Thursday, from the New Holstein funeral home. No newspaper named, 1953
ERNST C. BOCK Ernst C. Bock, who was the first white child born in New Holstein, died at his home on Wisconsin Street last Friday evening at 6 o’clock. He had not been feeling well for several days, being troubled with asthma during the past winter. Mr. Bock was born on a farm, east of the village, on February 23, 1851. His father was the early day doctor for this neighborhood. On October 8, 1878 he took unto himself a life partner in the person of Miss Katherine Schilling, who has remained an ever faithful wife through the long years of their union. For many years Mr. Bock followed the trade of well digger until he began working at the shop of the John Lauson Mfg, Co. Always of rugged nature he went through life without experiencing illness. Seven children were born to them of whom there are only one son and two daughters living; Helmuth Bock, La Crosse, Mrs. Shrokenther of Milwaukee and Mrs. Henry Winke of Sauk City. He was 65 years, 10 days of age at the time of his death and leaves besides his wife, one son and two daughters; one brother and one grandchild to mourn his loss. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 3 o’clock from the residence, Rev. A. C. Plappert, officiating, A large cortege of people followed the remains to their last resting place in the New Holstein cemetery. Calumet County Reporter, March 10, 1916
MARY LOUISE BOEGE Miss Mary Louise Boege, 42, of New Holstein, died in a Manitowoc hospital today after an illness of seven years. She was born Jan, 27, 1917, in Kiel, the daughter of the late William and Nora Schueller Boege. She attended the public school in New Holstein and was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ there. There are no immediate survivors. Funeral services will be held Thursday at the Erbe-Hoffman Funeral Home in New Holstein with the Rev. Charles Koch officiating. Burial will be in the New Holstein Cemetery. No Newspaper Named, February 21, 1959
NORA S. BOEGE Mrs. William Boege, nee Nora Schueler, passed away suddenly Thursday evening at her home in New Holstein following a heart attack. Born in New Holstein on May 18, 1892, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schueler, she graduated from the New Holstein High school in 1911 and then attended the Milwaukee State Teachers college. She taught in the New Holstein grade school for three years and was married Nov. 16, 1915, to William Boege of Kiel. They resided in Kiel until her husband’s death on Feb. 16, 1920. Since then she made her home with her parents in New Holstein. Survivors are a daughter, Mary Louise: her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schueler; two brothers, Milton of St. Paul, Minn., and Lyle of Westfield, N. J.; a sister, Mrs. Clarence (Edna) Perry of Great Falls, Mont. A sister, Mrs. Angie Meyer, passed away in February, 1945, and brother, Norman, died in January, 1946. Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed, pending the arrival of members of the family from out of town. No newspaper named, November 20, 1947
CECILIE BOIE Mrs. Nicholas Boie gave up her life’s work on Thursday morning, March 17, 1910 at half past one, and departed this life to meet her husband in the unknown land, he having preceded only four months ago. Mrs. Nicholas Boie was born Dec. 2, 1830 in Wefelsfleht, Holstein, Germany, where she grew up to young ladyhood. After a brief courtship with Nicholas Boie they took the vows of marriage in 1850. Theirs was a happy lot, but hearing of the untold wealth of America they decided to come to this country where the advantages were so numerous. In 1854 they boarded a boat bound for the land of promises and landing in New York, made their way over land to New Holstein where they purchased a farm in the wilderness, which abounded around here at that time. Although they were free, independent and happy, privations were theirs in plenty. But they bore through them all with a stolid fortitude that was wonderful. Still happiness was in the little home. They were blessed with twelve children, three of them have long since been laid to rest. Six daughters and three sons remain to mourn her death, Mesdames Ferd. Hachez, Chas. Sebelien, Fred Matzen and J. A. Hansen of New Holstein, W. W. Paulsen of Chilton, and Albert Arps of Quray, Colorado, Henry and William Boie of Oregon and John Boie of Thorpe. All of whom feel her loss very keenly for she was a mother whom they were pleased to recognize. Her time had all been taken up, even in her advanced years, in striving to make a home for them when they came back to the fireside. They loved her for the beautiful things she done for them in their younger years and will always hold her upmost in their thoughts. Each one of the children were always anxious to have her come and live with them after their father died and undoubtedly she would had not death come so soon. For the past four months she had been making her home with her daughter, Mrs. J. A. Hansen, who looked after her every want with a smiling face. The funeral took place from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hansen at 2 o’clock, where the many friends of the deceased went to take their last look at the face they had learned to know in life. Rev. Schildknecht conducting the services. Calumet County Reporter, March 23, 1910
CHARLES BOIE From Der Nord Westen, 24 Oct. 1889: (From the correspondent in Kiel - 21 Oct.) Nic. Boie whose farm is two miles northwest from here in Town Holstein is mourning the sudden death of his son Carl Boie, who yesterday left home to shoot some game. When he failed to return by this morning inquiries were made, and then came the shocking discovery of the boy's lifeless body against a fence with his chest shot open. All indications are that it resulted from an accident with his firearm.
HELENA BOIE Helen, wife of John Boie, died of typhoid pneumonia on Sunday evening last, after an illness of ten days. She leaves a husband and four children, three boys and one girl. She was thirty four years of age and was united in marriage eleven years ago at New Holstein, Calumet Co., where she was born, and at which place her father still resides, her mother having died several years ago. She removed to this place (Thorp, Clark County, Wis.), with her husband ten years ago. Her remains were taken to New Holstein for burial on Tuesday. Source: THORP COURIER (Thorp, Clark County, Wis.) 12/20/1894
HENRY B. BOIE Henry Boie was born in New Holstein, January 20, 1857, the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Nic. Boie. Until his seventeenth year he remained at home assisting his parents in the work of the farm. In the spring of 1874, when hardly more than a mere boy, he left for what was then the far west to seek his fortune. He early got into the railroad construction work and up to within a few months of his death he was engaged as contractor on a number of important railroad construction contracts all through the northwest both in this country and in Canada. He was very popular both with his employers and the nickname, “Big Henry,” was a synonym for work honestly and well done, and his word was as good as his bond. Though over forty years have elapsed since his departure, Mr. Boie still maintained a warm affection for his native town, and during his final illness often expressed the wish to return to his boyhood home — a wish that would doubtless have been gratified had his condition admitted of his removal here. About a year ago he was laid on with a severe attack of rheumatism, and he sought relief at the Hot Spring, Ore. This trouble yielded to the treatment he received, but a disease more dangerous, an internal cancer, manifested itself early in the summer and he was removed to a hospital at Portland. Here he had only the best care that the physicians and nurses could give him, but also through all the devoted care and attention of his brother, William, who had been his partner and companion for many years. Although two operations were undertaken, nothing could be done to avert the fatal outcome of the disease, and Thursday evening death relieved him of his long and intense suffering. The body arrived here Wednesday in charge of William Boie, brother of the deceased, and was removed to the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Matzen, from where the funeral was held Thursday afternoon. W. H. Luehr delivered a short funeral address. Deceased is survived by two brothers; John of Thorpe, Wis,: and William, Spokane, Wash.; and six sisters; Mrs. Ferd Hachez, Mrs. Fred Matzen, and Mrs. August Hansen, of New Holstein; Mrs. Charles Sebelien and Mrs. E. W. Paulsen of Chilton, and Mrs. Albert Arps, of Denver Colorado. Calumet County Reporter, March 10, 1916
NICHOLAS BOIE This record is included because John Boie is a brother to the various Boie sisters and son of Nicholas. From Calumet county marriage records: John Boie and Lena Greve (v.2 p.70) Married Sept. 4, 1883 in civil ceremony in Town of New Holstein John Boie Son of Nicolaus Boie and Cecelie Tonner Farmer –born town of New Holstein Lena Greve Daughter of Andrew Greve and Margaretha Roz [cannot read the name] Witnesses Henry Kuehl and Claus Greve Jr.
GEORGE BOOCKMEIER From Calumet county death records: George Boockmeier (v.7 p.81) Oct. 22, 1865-Feb. 11, 1920 Husband of “Maggie” Son of Juergen Boockmeier and Anna Kloth (both born Germany) Born Wisconsin –grain dealer Died from “lethargic encephalitis –sleeping sickness influenza infection, about 2 weeks” Buried at New Holstein Cemetery ******* From Calumet county marriage records: Jurgen Boockmeier and Margaretha Nina Sell (v.3 p.75) Married May 3, 1889 at Reformed Church, Town of New Holstein Jurgen Boockmeier Son of Jurgen Boockmeier and Anna Kloth Farmer –born Town of New Holstein Margaretha Nina Sell Daughter of Hans Friederich Sell and Catharina Kloth Born Town of New Holstein Witnesses Heinrich Boockmeier and Emma Lau ******* The once strong body of George Boockmeier lies inert in a casket covered with flowers, his spirit having departed from his body on Wednesday morning at four o’clock, after a two weeks illness from serious complications following an attack of influenza. His death has brought sorrow to a happy family and many friends. George Boockmeier was born October 22, 1864(sic) in the town of New Holstein where he grew to young manhood. In 1888 he became the husband of Margaret Sell. They began life together on a farm two miles from the village. For the past twenty years he has been employed by the H. C. Timm Co. where he acquired a large acquaintance in the surrounding country. He was a man well liked by his many associates and always had a cheery word for everyone he came in contact with. He was greatly attached to his family and enjoyed every possible moment in their company. The children worshipped their father for his many kind acts of endearment and his ever ready assistance in time of trouble. He was a member of the Modern Woodmen and the E. F. U. fraternal organizations. He leaves to mourn his loss, his wife, and two children, Everett at home and Mrs. Arthur Jensen of Chilton, a daughter Vera died November 1918 and Elmer a number of years ago, besides 3 sisters, Mrs. Gustave Thede, Chilton; Mrs. Herman Kreimann, Kiel; Mrs. Peter Schaar of this village; three brothers; Henry and Herman of California and John living two miles north of the village. The funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at two o’clock. Mr. Wm H. Luehr of Manitowoc officiating. The remains will be interred in the New Holstein cemetery. New Holstein Reporter, February 13, 1920 (Note: His picture is in the glass negative photos)
JOHN BOOCKMEIER Funeral services for John Boockmeier, 77, who died in the town of Charlestown at 7:45 p.m. Thursday, were held Monday at 2 p.m. in the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home at 2:30 at the St. John Evangelical and Reformed church, with the Rev. A. George Schmid officiating. Burial was made in the city cemetery. Mr. Boockmeier had been seriously ill for the past two weeks. The deceased was born in the town of New Holstein September 15, 1859, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Juegen Boockmeier. On April 11, 1885, he was united in marriage to Miss Wilhelmina Sell, and the couple purchased a farm two miles north of this city, where they have lived ever since. Survivors are Mr. Boockmeier’s widow; two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Gisch of the town of Charlestown and Mrs. Ford Smith of Chicago; five sons, Valentine of Milwaukee, Bruno and Clifford of Green Bay, Fillmore at home, and Theodore, this city; three sisters, Mrs. Gustave Thede of Chilton, Mrs. Anna Kreimann of Kiel, and Mrs. Dora Schaar of here; two brothers, Herman of Los Angeles, California, and Henry; and 16 grandchildren. Three children died in infancy. Members of the local camp of the Modern Woodmen of America, of which the deceased was a member, attended the funeral in a body. Tri-County Record, October 1, 1936
MARGARET BOOCKMEIER From Calumet county death records: Margaret Bockmeier [Boockmeier] nee Sell (v.7 p.748) Wife of George Bockmeier Aug. 23, 1868-Nov. 2, 1924 Daughter of Hans Sell and Katherine Kloth (both born Germany) Born Wisconsin Died from “probably aortic insufficiency –was found dead in bed in morning –died without waking” Buried at New Holstein Cemetery ******** From Calumet county marriage records: Jurgen Boockmeier and Margaretha Nina Sell (v.3 p.75) Married May 3, 1889 at Reformed Church, Town of New Holstein Jurgen Boockmeier Son of Jurgen Boockmeier and Anna Kloth Farmer –born Town of New Holstein Margaretha Nina Sell Daughter of Hans Friederich Sell and Catharina Kloth Born Town of New Holstein Witnesses Heinrich Boockmeier and Emma Lau ******* The sudden and unexpected death of Mrs. George Boockmeier of New Holstein at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Arthur C. Jensen on Sunday morning was a sad shock to relatives and friends in this county as she was apparently enjoying good health. Mrs. Boockmeier was found dead in bed on Sunday morning by her son-in-law, Arthur C. Jensen, who entered the bedroom through the window when she failed to reply to his call to arouse her. Mrs. Boockmeier arrived here on Saturday evening from New Holstein to spend Sunday with her daughter. She appeared to be in her usual good health and retired about 11:30 p.m. In the morning Mr. and Mrs. Jensen had breakfast at 7:00 o'clock and at 8:30 a.m. when Mrs. Boockmeier failed to appear Mrs. Jensen went up to her room to call her. She was unable to get any response and fearing something was amiss she summoned her husband, who entered the room through a window. Mrs. Boockmeier had passed away, death being attributed to heart failure. Life was extinct about an hour when the body was found. Mrs. George Boockmeier, nee Margaret Sell, was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Hans Sell of the town of New Holstein. She was born in that town on August 23, 1868, and grew to young womanhood on her parents farm. On May 3, 1888 she was united in marriage to George Boockmeier and they resided on a farm in the town of New Holstein for several years after marriage, leaving the farm about thirty-five years ago to take up residence in New Holstein where Mr. Boockmeier became interested in conducting a grain buying business. Mr. Boockmeier passed away in January, 1920. Four children blessed their union, two of whom are living, Mrs. A.C. Jensen of this city and Everett Boockmeier of New Holstein. A son, Elmer, and daughter, Miss Vera, preceded their mother in death. The deceased is also survived by four brothers, Henry Sell of Chilton, John and Frank Sell of Sheboygan and Walter Sell of Fond du Lac, and one sister, Miss Louise Sell of New Holstein. Mrs. Boockmeier was an excellent woman, home loving, neighborly and generous hearted. Her passing, in the fullness of life has saddened not only her family and relatives but innumerable friends who knew her intimately. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the home at New Holstein with interment in the New Holstein cemetery, Rev. F.P. Keicher of this city officiating. Chilton Times, November 8, 1924 ******* (Note: Her picture is in the glass negative photos)
WILHELMINA BOOCKMEIER Mrs. John Boockmeier, 77, passed away on Friday at her farm home in the town of Charlestown after a three weeks’ illness. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the St. John Evangelical and Reformed church by the Rev. A. George Schmid. Burial was made in the local cemetery. Mrs. Boockmeier, nee Wilhelmina Sell, was born in the town of New Holstein August 16, 1860, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jurgen Sell. She was united in marriage with John Boockmeier April 11, 1885, and the couple lived in the town of Charlestown for 53 years. In 1935 the couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. The following are the survivors: Two daughters. Mrs. Ford (Mariele) Smith of Chicago, and Mrs. Joseph (Pauline) Gisch of here; and five sons, Clifford and Bruno of Green Bay, Valentine, Fillmore and Theodore of this city. Mr. Boockmeier preceded his wife in death two years ago, and three children died in infancy. Surviving sisters include Mrs. George Thede of here, Mrs. Clara Berndt of Cogswell, N. D., Mrs. Bertha Rickmann, and Mrs. Juliane Kindgren of Sioux City, Iowa. One brother, Robert Sell of Rosemont, Minnesota, also survives. Tri-County Record, June 16, 1938
EMMA BORMANN From Sheboygan county death records: Emma Bormann nee Erbach (v.59 p.544) Widow [of Frederick Bormann] June 28, 1869-Sept. 6, 1951 Daughter of Carl Erbach with mother unknown Born Isle Rugen, Germany Died from “coronary thrombosis, 1 week –arteriosclerosis, 2 years” Buried at the New Holstein Cemetery
FRED BORMANN From Calumet county death records: Frederick Bormann (v.10 p.628) July 18, 1865-May 25, 1941 Husband of Emma Son of Bernard Bormann (born Germany) and Anna Theisesn (born Germany) Born Town of Eaton, Manitowoc County –farmer Died from “carcinoma of pancreas –carcinoma of stomach –stomach was removed Jan. 1941 Buried at New Holstein Cemetery ******** Fred Borman, aged 75, former pathmaster and street commissioner of New Holstein, passed away at his home there at 3 a.m. Sunday morning. He had been ill for about two years. Mr. Borman was born in the town of Eaton, Manitowoc County on July 18, 1865, the son of Bernard and Anna Thiessen Borman, and with the exception of two years in Iowa, he spent his life in New Holstein. He was united in marriage with Emma Erbach on June 5, 1890 and the couple made their home on a farm two miles northwest of here. In 1911 they moved to the present home on Wisconsin Avenue and Monroe Street, New Holstein, where for 12 years he acted as street commissioner, and he also was a member of the Turnverein. He leaves to mourn, his widow, one son, Fred in the U. S. Army Air Corps at Lowey Field, Denver, Colorado: one sister, Mrs. Johanna Awe, Sunnyville, California, and a niece, Mrs Ben Boehnlein. Funeral services were conducted at the Erbe.Hoffman Funeral Home at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, and at 2:30 o’clock at the St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed Church, with the Rev. A George Schmid officiating. Burial was made in the New Holstein city cemetery. (No newspaper named, 1941) ********* (His picture is in the glass negative photos)
ANDREW BOSMA Andrew Bosma, a former resident of this city, passed away at his home in Gravesville Thursday at 5:30 p.m. He was born in Holland, Nov. 21, 1876, a son of Mr. and Mrs. John Bosma. The family came to America in 1882 and located at New Holstein. In Nov., 1898, he was united in marriage to Mary Aggen, and they made their home here. His wife died Oct. 14, 1913. In 1914 he was again united in marriage to Miss Nola Schel of Georgia. In 1921 the family moved to Gravesville where he conducted the Wayside Inn. He is survived by his aged father, John Bosma of this city, two sons, Hubert of this city and John of Chilton; six daughters, two in San Diego, Cal., and four at home. Funeral services were held at the Erbe-Hoffman funeral home at Chilton with the Rev. A . George Schmid officiating. Burial took place in the local cemetery Monday afternoon. Tri-County Record, May 31, 1934
ANNA BOSMA From Calumet county death records: Anna Bosma nee Vande Veet(6-839) Jan. 5, 1847-Oct. 13, 1918 Daughter of Wm. and Altje Vande Veet (both born Holland) Born Holland Died from “carcinoma of ? –arteriosclerosis” Buried at New Holstein Cemetery
DIRK BOSMA From Calumet county marriage records: Egbert Bosma and Auguste Reichwald (v.2 p.70) Married Jan. 22, 1884 at Reformed Church in Town of New Holstein Egbert Bosma Son of Dirck Bosma and Tamlje(sic) Farmer –born Holland Auguste Reichwald Daughter of Fritz Reichwald and Wilhelmini Witnesses Thies Westpahl and Peter Hajenga
EGBERT J. BOSMA From Calumet county death records: Egbert Bosma (v.7 p.828) Husband of Minnie Bosma May 15, 1872-April 22, 1925 Son of John Bosma (born Holland) and Anna Van Der Veen (born Holland) Born Holland –mason Died from “gastric carcinama” Buried at New Holstein Cemetery ******** E. J. Bosma was called to the great beyond last Wednesday evening, death being due to cancer of the stomach. He was born in Holland, May 15th 1872. At the age of ten years he came to this country, living at Unity for about 3 years, and then coming to New Holstein. He was a mason by trade. On March 26, 1903, he married Minnie Holthusen, who survives him with six children, namely: Miss Ovella of Oshkosh, Mildred, Oscar, John, Verdon and Duane, all at home. There are also four brothers, Andrew of Gravesville, Claus of New Holstein, Arthur of Riplinger, and Dixie of S. Dakota. The last rites were held on Sunday, with burial in the New Holstein cemetery. Rev. Plappert officiated. Tri-County Record, April 30, 1925 ******** (Note: His picture is in the glass negative photos)
JOHANNES BOSMA From Calumet county death records: John Bosma (v.10 p.67) June 8, 1846-March 2, 1936 Son of Egbert Bosma (born Holland) mother is unreadable but born in Holland Born Holland –farmer Died from “cardio vascular renal disease –senility” Buried at New Holstein Cemetery ******** PLAN SERVICES FOR JOHANNES BOSMA, 90 Funeral services for Johannes Egbert Bosma, 90, who succumbed at 1 a.m. Wednesday to a short illness at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dishaw in New Holstein, will be held Friday at 3 p.m. from the Dishaw home followed by burial in the city cemetery. The Rev. A. Geo. Schmid, pastor of St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed Church will officiate. Mr. Bosma was born June 8, 1846 in the Providence of Friesland, the Netherlands, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Egbert Bosma. He gained his early education in the schools of that country. He was married there May 14, 1870 to Anna Van der Veer. They came to America in 1882 and settled on a farm near the community, later moving to farms near St. Anna and in the Town of New Holstein. Later they moved to a farm west of this city now operated by Alvin Alberts. In 1908 the family moved to New Holstein to make their future home, but in 1918 Mrs. Bosma died. Since that time Mr. Bosma has resided with members of his family. Eight children preceded their father in death. The surviving relatives include three sons, Claus of the Town of New Holstein, Diederich of Aberdeen, South Dakota and Arthur of Prentice, 19 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. (No newspaper named) 1936
MARY BOSMA After a lingering illness of several months duration, Mrs. Andrew Bosma was relieved from her suffering at her home in this village on Saturday, October 8th at three o’clock in the morning. During the past four weeks her illness caused her much distress and in spite of medical skill and the kind ministrations of her friends and neighbors, she suffered most intensely at times. When death enters a home his visitation is always accompanied by sorrow and a dark shadow hovers where once dwelt happiness. Even though we realize that his coming brings relief to a sufferer, the thought of parting from a beloved member of the family, especially if it happens to be a loving wife and devoted mother, always fills our hearts with infinite sorrow and grief and reason as you may, the pain caused by this parting remains, and only the gentle hand of time can assuage it. Mrs. Mary Bosma, the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Agge Aggen was born here on Sept, 11, 1875. In 1898 she was joined in marriage with Mr. Andrew Bosma, the surviving husband. Her untimely departure is also mourned by 5 children, the youngest being 2 years of age. Deceased is also survived by her aged mother and by six brothers: Simon, Stinus, and Henry of this village, Conrad of Wittenberg, Jochim of Port Washington, Andreas of Chilton and one sister, Mrs. H. Ahlf. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Landsberger were held on Monday afternoon at the Reformed church, in the presence of an extremely large gathering of the many friends and relatives of the deceased. Calumet County Reporter, October 10, 1913 (Note: Her tombstone b. date and b. date in obit are different by 1 year)
MEINERT BOSMA From Calumet county death records: Meinert Bosma (v.5 p.770) Single Sept. 27, 1851-Feb. 25, 1912 Son of Dirk Bosma, with mother marked unknown (both born Holland) Born Holland -laborer Died from "carcinoma of prostate" Buried at the New Holstein Cemetery ********* Meinert Bosma passed away at his home in the village on Sunday morning, February 25th, at 10:30 o’clock. He was born October 1st, 1851 at Wolvega, Vriesland, Holland and came to New Holstein with his parents in 1872. About fifteen years ago he met with an accident, when the horse he was driving ran away, and he suffered a fractured hip. In time the injury healed, but he remained a cripple. At one time he was honored as town treasurer and those who remember him speak very highly of his character. He is survived by his father, Dirk Bosma, one brother in Holland and one sister, Mrs. T. DeBuhn. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o’clock and the remains interred in the New Holstein cemetery, Rev. K. Landaberger officiating. Calumet County Reporter, February 28, 1912 ******* (Note: His picture is in the glass negative photos)
OSCAR ARNOR BOSMA Miss Cox Weds Warrant Officer Oscar A. Bosma Announcement has been made of the marriage of Mrs. Verlyne Cox to Warrant Officer Oscar A. Bosma, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dishaw, of New Holstein, on Nov. 4 at Yuma, Ariz. The attending witnesses were Mrs. Al. Schukart of San Diego, Calif., a cousin of the bridegroom, and Fred Brabin of Phoenix, Ariz., a brother of the bride. Mrs. Bosma will make her home in San Diego while her husband, a marine gunner with the U.S.M.C., and a member of Carlson's Raiders, has returned to the Pacific area. ******** Masonic services for Marine Major Oscar A. Bosma, 52, were conducted Monday by members of New Holstein Lodge 172. The Rev. Charles A. Koch of St. John's United Church of Christ in New Holstein gave the opening service at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home. At New Holstein City Cemetery, members of New Holstein American Legion Post 124 conducted military rites. Pallbearers were Kingsley Hollenbeck, Rubin Kuehl, Arthur Weber, Leslie Blumberg, Theodore Boockmeier and Clark Gruner. (No newspaper named, Oct. 31, '60 handwritten on obituary) ******** Major Oscar A. Bosma, 52, United States Marine Corps and a native of New Holstein, died at U.S. Naval Hospital, St. Alban's, Long Island, N.Y., Thursday afternoon following a long illness. He was born May 29, 1908, in New Holstein, the son of Mrs. Henry Dishaw, 2109 Broadway, New Holstein, and the late E.J. Bosma. He attended public elementary and high school in New Holstein, graduating in 1926. He joined the Marine Corps in January, 1932, at the age of 23 and spent all his adult life in military service. Prior to World War II he was stationed at the U.S. embassy in Peiping, China, for seven and a half years. He returned to this country in 1941 to join the famous Carlson's Raiders which fought at Guadalcanal and in several other battles during the war. He received a presidential citation for meritorious conduct during World War II. Following the war he was reassigned to China as a liaison officer because of his ability to speak several dialects of Chinese. When the Korean War began he was sent there and later was a warded a medal for valor for conduct in that war. In 1957 he was assigned to a Marine base in Albany, Ga., where he remained until his illness. He was married to Mrs. Verlyne Cox at Yuma, Ariz., in November, 1944. In addition to his mother and wife, he is survived by two step-daughters, Mrs. William (Darlene) Shipman of Cairo, N.Y., and Mrs. John (Judith) Fant of Honolulu, Hawaii; six grandchildren; three brothers, John of New Holstein, Verdon of Mobile, Ala., and Duane of Cincinnati, Ohio; two sisters, Miss Mildred Bosma of Odessa, Wash., and Mrs. Edgar Greve in rural Kiel. His body will be returned to the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home in New Holstein. Funeral arrangements are pending. (No newspaper named, 10-27-60 handwritten on the obituary) ********** Funeral services for Marine Major Oscar A. Bosman, 52, a native of New Holstein, will be held Monday. Masonic rites will be held at 2 p.m. at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home in New Holstein followed by military rites at New Holstein Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday. The body is scheduled to arrive in New Holstein late today, accompanied by Marine Major John R. DeBarr. (No newspaper named or date)
JOHN BREDEMEYER John Bredemeyer was born in Oldenberg, Germany, Feb. 6th, 1816. He came to America about the year 1845, stopped two years in Baltimore, and then made the trip to Wisconsin, after which he returned to Germany, where he married and, with his wife, immediately started for America again. He arrived in Wisconsin in 1850 and settled in Sheboygan Co., where he resided until five years ago, when he removed to New Holstein, Calumet Co, and has since resided there. He was the father of five children, one son and four daughters, all of whom are living. Fred, the only son, has been a resident of this place (Colby, Clark Co., Wis.) 12 years. Of the daughters, Colby people are best acquainted with Mrs. Alex Mohr, and with Mary, who spent a portion of last summer here. Mr. Bredemeyer was a kindly, genial gentleman, well liked by all who knew him. He died Dec. 15th, 1888, and, besides his sons and daughters, leaves a wife to mourn his sudden death. Source: Colby Phonograph (Colby, Clark County, Wis.) 01/03/1889
MARY BREDEMEYER Word was received here Thursday evening announcing the death, that day, of Miss Mary Bredemeyer at a sanatorium at Wauwatosa. The remains will arrive here Saturday evening and the funeral services will take place Sunday afternoon, at two o’clock, at Louis Erbe’s undertaking parlors. W. H Luehr will officiate. Miss Bredemeyer was a former resident of New Holstein, having spent her girlhood days here. She was a sister of Mrs. Jennie Puchner and Mrs. Wm Greverus, both deceased, and of Mrs. Sophia Mohr, of Minneapolis. Calumet Country Reporter, May 17, 1918
DOROTHIA BROECKERT Mrs. Dora Broeckert who died in Nebraska last Monday was buried here Wednesday afternoon. She was the wife of John Broeckert who died here four years ago. Chilton Times, May 15, 1886
HUGO BROECKERT From Manitowoc county death records: Hugo Broeckert (v.3 p.90) Baby Aug. 3, 1879-Aug. 18, 1879 Son of J. D. Broeckert and Dora Meier Born and died in Town of Schleswig Died from “weakness” Buried at the New Holstein Cemetery
JOHANNA BROECKERT From Calumet county death records: Johanna Broeckert nee Hansen (v.11 p.392) Feb. 17, 1855-Dec. 4, 1944 Wife of William H. Broeckert Daughter of Jergen Hansen and Anna Thiedemann (both born Germany) Born Town of New Holstein Died from “arterosclerotic heart disease, 1 year” Buried at New Holstein Cemetery
JOHN D. BROECKERT From Manitowoc county death records: J. D. Broeckert [John] (v.3 p.90) Husband of Dora Meier Sept. 13, 1849-Dec. 17, 1882 Son of L. H. Broeckert and Maria Ostermann Born Germany –farmer Died from “apoplexy” Buried at the New Holstein Cemetery
KUNO BROECKERT Kuno Broeckert, 50, former Kiel merchant, died suddenly at his home in Keokuk, Iowa, following a heart attack yesterday afternoon, The body is being brought to Kiel and funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Meiselwitz funeral home, with interment in the New Holstein cemetery. Mr. Broeckert was born in Kiel the son of the late Justice of the Peace William Broeckert. He operated a furniture store in Kiel several years before moving to Iowa. He is survived by his widow, two children, and his mother, Mrs. William Broeckert, of Keokuk. No newspaper named, 1942
WILHELM BROECKERT From Manitowoc county death records: William Broeckert (v.18 p.134) Nov. 17, 1851-Nov. 30, 1920 Son of Luethered Broeckert and Marie Ostermann (both born Germany) Born Germany –farmer Died from “senile dementia, 2 years” Buried at the New Holstein Cemetery
EUGENE G. BROWN Eugene G. Brown, 19 Funeral services for Eugene G. Brown were held on Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral home, with the Rev. John R. Seidler, pastor of the St. John Evangelical and Reformed church officiating. Burial was made in the New Holstein city cemetery. Pallbearers were Reuben Ehrlich and Clarence Frickle of Sheboygan Falls, Carl Lumme of Plymouth, Hugo Hildebrandt and Clarence Schilling of Kiel, and Nelson Reichardt. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Steudel sang ”Beautiful Isle of Somewhere” and “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” during the services, with Mrs. Donald Evjen as accompanist. Many relatives and friends from Milwaukee, Slinger, Hartford, Sheboygan, Sheboygan Falls and Plymouth attended. Eugene was a fireman first class in the U. S. Maritime service, and died Feb. 12, 1947, at the army hospital in Yokohama, Japan, of injuries suffered on Feb. 10 when he fell 30 feet into the hold of his ship. The body arrived in New Holstein on Saturday. (No newspaper named) 1947
ERNST BRUETT Report reached our village that Ernst Bruett, who was working for a lumber company near Wausaukee, met his death a few days ago. Mr. Bruett fell into a river near that place and the weather being intensely cold, he froze to death before aid could reach him. Chilton Times, January 30, 1904
JOHN BRUETT John, the 17 year old son of Henry Bruett, formerly a citizen of our town, but now of Marshfield, was laid to his final rest in our cemetery. The young man was unloading lumber from a car, when several beams fell upon him in such a manner that death resulted instantly. Chilton Times, August 6, 1888
CAROLINE "WILKINS" BRUHN Mrs. Caroline Bruhn, a former resident of this village, died at the home of her son Julius in Sheboygan at the age of 87 years. The deceased was born in Germany July 3, 1831. She was united in marriage to Julius Bruhn in that country and a few years later come to New Holstein where they cut a farm out of the wilderness. Her husband preceded her in death twelve years ago, but she remained a resident of this village until three years ago when she went to make her home with her son. She is survived by three sons, two daughter and six grandchildren. The remains were brought to New Holstein Tuesday morning. The funeral took place at 2 o’clock p.m. from the Reformed church, interment taking place in the New Holstein cemetery. Rev. A. C. Plappert officiated. Those from away who attended the funeral were; Mrs. Jessie Slater, Sturgeon Bay; Miss Anna Karsten, Fond du Lac, Mrs. Ernst Beutler, Mr. and Mrs. Julius Bruhn of Sheboygan and Arthur Ehlers of Milwaukee. Chilton Times, January 1919
JULIUS BRUHN 1860 United States Federal Census, Calumet co. Name: Emil Bruhn Age in 1860: 4 Birth Year: abt 1856 Birthplace: Wisconsin Home in 1860: New Holstein, Calumet, Wisconsin Race: White Gender: Male Post Office: New Holstein Household Members: Name Age Julius Bruhn 28 Carolina Bruhn 29 Emil Bruhn 4 Otto Bruhn 2 Emma Bruhn 3.12 ******* 1870 United States Federal Census, Calumet co. Name: Falias Bruhn (sic) Estimated Birth Year: abt 1831 Age in 1870: 39 Birthplace: Hos; Pru Home in 1870: New Holstein, Calumet, Wisconsin Race: White Gender: Male Post Office: New Holstein Household Members: Name Age Falias Bruhn 39 Caroline Bruhn 38 Emil Bruhn 14 Otto Bruhn 12 Anna Bruhn 10 Mathews Bruhn 8 Emma Bruhn 4/12 ********* 1880 United States Federal Census, Calumet co. Name: Julias Bruhn Home in 1880: New Holstein, Calumet, Wisconsin Age: 49 Estimated Birth Year: abt 1831 Birthplace: Prussia Relation to Head of Household: Self (Head) Spouse's Name: Caroline Father's Name: Fritz Father's birthplace: Prussia Mother's birthplace: Prussia Occupation: Farmer Marital Status: Married Race: White Gender: Male House Number: 6475162 Household Members: Name Age Julias Bruhn 49 Caroline Bruhn 49 Annie Bruhn 20 Mathilde Bruhn 18 Julius Bruhn 7 Fritz Wilkens 74 Claus Clausen 69
BERTHA BRUNS Bertha Bruns nee Hagemann (v.48 p.551) Nov. 27, 1860-May 21, 1943 Wife of John Bruns Dau. of Christian Hagemann (born Germany) mother unknown Born Town of New Holstein Died from "chronic myocardosis, 5 years-arteriosclerosis, 10 years- endarteritis obliterans, 1 year" Buried at New Holstein Cemetery
EMILIA BRUNS Emilia Bruns, 91, formerly of 1919 Park Ave., New Holstein, a resident of the Willowdale Nursing Home since January 1976, died there at 4 a.m. today. She was born in St. Anna on March 22, 1892, a daughter of Frank and Clara Mertens Klauck, and attended Kiel schools. She married Adolph C. Bruns on Jan. 7, 1911, in Milwaukee. Mr. Bruns died on Nov. 23, 1974. Mrs. Bruns, also known as Milly, was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Survivors include two sons, Gilbert of Mr. Calvary, and Arthur, Route 2, Chilton; a daughter, Mrs. Mark (Jeannette) Pirkov Sr., New Holstein; 12 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren, and a sister Mrs. Florence Heilmeyer, Tucson, Ariz. Four brothers and three sisters preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at Erbe-Evjen Funeral Home. A funeral Mass will be at 8 p.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. The Rev. Ralph Hermsen, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in the New Holstein City Cemetery. (No newspaper named, April 18, 1983)
JOHN BRUNS John Bruns, father of Henry Bruns of this city, passed away Friday at his home in Sheboygan, having reached the age of 78. He was a former New Holstein resident. The deceased was born Feb. 14, 1854, and at the age of 28 years came to New Holstein, where he made his home. He was married May 16, 1885, to Miss Bertha Hagemann, who survives him. Surviving children besides Henry of this city are Adolph of New Holstein, Mrs. Kurt Weber of Chicago, Mrs. Frank Pasket of Sheboygan, Mrs. Erwin Stiller of Plymouth and Miss Bertha at home. One child preceded him in death. A brother, of Peoria, Ill., and a sister, Mr. Fred Sass of Plymouth also survive Tri-County Record, March 3, 1932 (Note: His picture is in the glass negative photos) ********* From Sheboygan county death records: John Bruns (v.35 p.107) Feb. 14, 1854-Feb. 26, 1932 Son of Nicolas Bruns (Born Germany) mother unknown Born Germany-general laborer, enamel works Died from "chronic myocarditis-senility" Buried at New Holstein Cemetery
CHARLES BRUSS Charles Bruss, hotel and saloon, Forest Junction. Born in town of Rhine, Sheboygan Co., Sept. 2, 1856. He is of German descent. The family moved to Rockwell in 1861, where he had an opportunity to attend school. His father had a store and mill in Sheboygan. Charles engaged in various occupations before coming to Forest Junction. In 1879, February 14, he married Miss Louisa Hansen. They had one child, Leonora, who is not living. His father and mother now live in the town of Schleswick(sic). From The History of Northern Wisconsin, Vol. II Chicago: Western Historical Pub. Co., 1881 (Note: His picture is in the glass negatives)
ELISE BRUSS From Calumet county death records: Elise Bruss nee Hansen (v.11 p.563) Wife of Chas. Bruss April 22, 1859 – March 7, 1946 Daughter of Jergen Hansen and Anna Fiedeman (both born Germany) Born Town of New Holstein, Calumet County Died from “arteriosclerotic heart disease, 1 year” Buried at New Holstein Cemetery, Calumet County (Note: Her picture is in the glass negatives)
CHARLES J. BUCHHOLZ Funeral services for Charles A. Buchholz, 66, of 17171 Monroe St., New Holstein, were held at 2 p.m. today at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home at New Holstein. The Rev. Roland Kley, pastor of St. John Evangelical and Reformed Church, officiated. Graveside rites were conducted in the New Holstein City Cemetery. Pallbearers were Joseph Leonard, Frank Sternbeck, John Ish, Otto Daun, Ike Dishaw and Ernest Daun. Mr. Buchholz, a retired machinist, died suddenly early Friday afternoon while shoveling snow in front of his home. A physician attributed death to a heart attack caused by overexertion. A native of Manitowoc County, he was born March 5, 1889, in Town Schleswig, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Buchholz. He attended district schools and Kiel High School. On Feb. 3, 1919, he was married to Miss Veronica Wirth at Kiel. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Buchholz was employed as a machinist at the Hart- Carter Co., Lawson division, at New Holstein. He was a member of the company’s Quarter Century Club and the AFL Machinists’ Union. Survivors are his wife; a son, Frederick C., of Rt. 1, New Holstein; a daughter, Mrs. Louis Wilcox, a registered nurse at St. Agnes Hospital, Fond du Lac; four grandchildren; two brothers, William of Kiel, and Herman, Town Schleswig, and five sisters. Mrs. William Petzold, Mrs. Norbert Reichart, and Mrs. Henry Kattreh, Kiel; Mrs. Ida Gast, Milwaukee, and Mrs. John Kuhn, Ada. (No newspaper named, 1954)
HOPE E. BUCHHOLZ Hope E. Buchholz, 71, of 640 Paine Street, Kiel, died Tuesday afternoon, February 14, at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan after a brief illness She was the former Hope Ortlieb born November 28, 1917, at Chilton, daughter of Henry and Delia Cook Ortlieb. She attended Chilton Grade School and was a graduate of Chilton High School. On November 17, 1941, she married Frederick Buchholz at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Chilton. She was employed at Tecumseh Products in New Holstein for 26 years, retiring in 1984. Her husband died August 16, 1977. She was a member of Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Survivors include one daughter, two grandchildren, one great-grandchild, one son-in- law, one sister-in-law, Mrs. Leary Ortlieb, Chilton; three sisters, Jan Dohr of Chilton; Ina Anhalt of Chilton; and Alice Owens of Chilton. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Ruth; two grandchildren, three sisters and one brother. (Survivors edited for privacy) Funeral Mass was Friday at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Kiel, with Rev. Thomas Leannah, pastor, officiating. Burial was in New Holstein City Cemetery. (No newspaper named, 1989) ******* (Hope/11/28/1917 - 2/14/1989/nee Ortlieb/from SS. Peter and Paul ch. records)
ANNA BUETTNER Mrs. Buettner Dies Friday Mrs. John Buettner, the former Anna Peik, passed away suddenly of a heart attack last Friday afternoon at her home in New Holstein. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Erbe-Hoffman Funeral Home, with the Rev. A.G. Schmid of the St. John Evangelical and Reformed church officiating. Burial was made in the New Holstein city cemetery. Mrs. Buettner was born October 15, 1883 in the town of Charlestown, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Peik. In 1899 the family moved to a farm north of the city limits of New Holstein, where they remained until 1903, when they moved to their home on Calumet Drive, New Holstein. She was united in marriage with John Buettner on May 26, 1923, and after their marriage resided at her family's home. Survivors are her husband and three brothers, Herman Peik of New Holstein, George Peik of Vesper, and Arno Peik of San Diego, Cal. (No newspaper named - 1943 handwritten on the obituary)
DORA BUETTNER Died at the residence of her sister, Mrs. J. Bruhns in the town of New Holstein, on Wednesday, July 23, 1890, Dora Buettner, wife of Nic Buettner of Chilton town, age 41 years. The deceased had been suffering for some time past with her eyes and for about six weeks had been at Milwaukee under the treatment of an oculist of that city. Her sister went to Milwaukee about two weeks before her death and she returned with her, stopping at New Holstein for a visit. About a week ago she was taken ill with inflammation of the bowels and was only relieved from suffering by death. Her husband was called to New Holstein soon after she was taken ill and remained at her bedside until she passed away. She was born in Holstein, Germany and was married to Mr. Buettner in 1867 and for the past eleven years they have resided in Chilton town. She was loved and respected by her neighbors and friends, and was a kind and devoted mother and wife. She leaves a husband and three children to mourn her death. The funeral will take place today (Saturday) and her remains will be placed in the New Holstein cemetery. Chilton Times, July 26, 1890
HENRY BUETTNER H. Buettner, 89, Died Tuesday Pioneer of Town New Holstein to be Buried Friday Henry Buettner, 89, pioneer Town of New Holstein man, passed away at his home at Meggers Tuesday evening of this week. He had lived in Meggers since 1890. He was born October 13, 1847. The deceased, who six years ago observed his golden wedding anniversary with his second wife, came to his country from Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, in May 1863, settling on a farm near what is now the Walter Hansen place. In 1870 he was married to Ida Freese, who preceded his in death in 1877. To the union four children were born, all of whom survive. They are Christian and Margaret at home, Mrs Annie Raquet of near Kiel, and Mrs. Rudolph (Ida) Roeh of Green Bay. He was married the second time on July 26, 1880, the union resulting in six children, one of whom died in infancy. The five surviving are: Mrs. Charles (Emma) Temke, near Meggers; John of New Holstein; Mrs. Emil (Meta) Weber of near Meggers; Mrs Charles (Minnie) Paulsen of Chilton; and Mrs Eugene (Lilly) Scott of Sweetwater, Tenn. The deceased moved to Meggers in March 1890, where he conducted a general store, implement shop and tavern, which is still being managed by his son Christian. For about 10 years, before the time of rural delivery service he was also postmaster. It was his boast upon his golden wedding anniversary that he had never been ill a day in his life. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 1:30 from the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home, with intermet in the New Holstein cemetery. The Rev. A George Schmid will conduct the last rites. (No newspaper named, 3–4–1937)
KATIE BUETTNER Mrs. Buettner, Aged 74, Dies Was Resident of Meggers Since Marriage 51 Years Ago With services conducted at the Turner Hall at New Holstein on Tuesday by the Rev. A. George Schmid of that city, Mrs. Henry D. Buettner, for 41 years a resident of Meggers, was laid to rest in the cemetery at New Holstein. The deceased had reached the advanced age of 74 years. Mrs. Buettner, nee Katherine Mathilda Magda Rothfolk, passed away at her home Saturday, Dec. 26, at 3:15 a.m. Her exact age at death was 74 years, five months and three days. She was born July 23, 1857, in Schleswig Holstein, Germany. At the age of 8 years, she came to this country with her parents. On July 26, 1880, she was united in marriage to Henry D. Buettner, the couple having lived the entire time at the store and saloon, now conducted by their son Christian. Six children were born to the couple, as follows: Mrs. Charles (Emma) Temke of near Meggers, John of New Holstein, Mrs. Emil (Meta) Weber of near here, Mrs. Carl (Minnie) Paulsen of Chilton, Mrs. Eugene (Lilly) Scott of Plymouth, and one son who died in his infancy. Surviving children by Mr. Buettner's first marriage are: Christian and Gretchen at home, Mrs. Jacob (Anna) Raquet of near Kiel, Mrs. Rudolph (Ida) Roeh of near Beaver; and two sons who died in infancy. Nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren also survive. Her passing is mourned by the following brothers and sisters: Peter Rothfolk of Holstein, Iowa; Herman Rothfolk of MacHenry, N.D.; William and John Rothfolk and Mrs. Herman Duecker of New Holstein; and Mrs. William Bennin of West Bend. The couple observed their fiftieth wedding anniversary on July 26, 1930, at which time fitting ceremonies were held at the Buettner hall at Meggers.
MARGARET BUETTNER MARGARET BUETTNER DIES AT NEW HOLSTEIN Miss Margaret Buettner, aged 75 passed away Saturday at the home of her sister, Mrs. Charles Temke at New Holstein, after a two weeks illness. The deceased was born in the town of New Holstein on Jan. 5, 1873, the daughter of the late Henry and Ida Freese-Buettner. At the age of 6 the family moved to Meggers, where they operated a general store, dance hall and tavern for 30 years. During the past 18 years she made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Temke. Mr. Temke died last year. Survivors include a brother, Christ of New Holstein; two sisters, Mrs. Jacob Raquet of Rhine Center and Mrs. Rudolph Roeh of Green Bay; a half-brother, John Buettner of New Holstein; four half-sisters, Mrs. Charles Temke and Mrs. Emil Weber of New Holstein, Mrs. Carl Paulsen of Chilton and Mrs. Eugene Scott of Sweetwater, Tenn. Six nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock at Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral home. Rev. J. R. Siedler officiated and burial was made in the New Holstein city cemetery. (No newspaper named) FEB. 21, 1948
FRANCES BUHL Mrs. Buhl, mother of Frank Buhl, who conducts a furniture store in this village, passed away to her heavenly Father very suddenly of old age Thursday morning at eleven o’clock. She was considered to have been the oldest woman living in New Holstein which is considered to be quite a distinction as there are many old ladies living here who are very spry for their age. She being at the time of her death 94 years, 2 months and 22 days old. Mrs. Buhl was born in Dautehnewdorf, Germany in the year 1815 on the 29 day of March. She was married in that country and a few years later in 1853, the family moved to Charlestown where they started in farming but as farm work was too hard for Mr. Buhl they came to New Holstein one year later where the head of the family took up his trade as shoemaker which he continued to work at until death came to relieve him of his earthly labor. Seven children came to them of which two died in early childhood. Those who are living to mourn their mother’s death are; William of Minneapolis, Gustav of Sheboygan, Frank, Carl and one girl Dorete are residents of this village. The funeral took place Saturday afternoon. Rev Schildknecht officiated. Calumet County Reporter, June 23, 1909
ESTHER BURKHARDT Esther Burkhardt, 85, of North 2547 County Trunk T, New Holstein, died Wednesday at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton where she had been a patient for three weeks. The former Esther Knoener was born Nov. 17, 1897, in the town of Herman, a daughter of William and Minnie Arnhoelter Knoener. She attended district school. She married William Burkhardt April 17, 1920, at Emmanuel United Church of Christ, Town of Herman. They farmed at Statford, Wis., for 44 years, before moving to the Town of Charlestown in 1963. Mr. Burkhardt died in 1968. She was a member of St. John United Church of Christ New Holstein. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Wesley (Dorothy) Werthmann of Howards Grove; four sons, Ezra of Route 1, New Holstein, Lester of Marshfield, Harold of Howards Grove, and Arvin of Kansas City, Mo.; 11 grandchildren; and one brother, Calvin Knoener of Kiel. She was preceded in death by one brother and five sisters. Funeral services will be held at St. John United Church of Christ, New Holstein. The Rev. Albert K. Borns pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in New Holstein Cemetery. No newspaper named, July 6, 1983
RUTH BURTON MRS. EDWARD SCHILDHAUER Funeral services were held at 2 p.m at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home in New Holstein for Mrs. Edward Schildhauer, Westwood, Calif., who died Wednesday. The Rev. Charles A. Koch, pastor of St. John's United Church of Christ, New Holstein, officiated, burial was in New Holstein City Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jacob, Fred and Rudolph Schildhauer, Arthur Kuehl, Hartwell Paul and Peter Frederickson. Sheboygan Press, Jun 6, 1961