FRIEDRICH FEGTER Died, on the 4th of this month, Mr. Fred Fegter, aged 70 years and one month. In 1887, Mr. Fegter sold his farm a mile north of town, after which he left for Peoria, Ill. to spend the rest of his days with his son, Wm. who is engaged in the mercantile business at that place. His remains were transported to this place attended by Wm. Fegter and a son-in-law of the deceased, both of Peoria, Ill. He leaves three daughters, a son and 14 grandchildren. Chilton Times, November 21, 1891
DETLEF FELDHUSEN (d. 1902) Detlef Feldhusen, one of our oldest and most esteemed citizens died very suddenly, last Sunday from paralysis of the heart, probably largely brought on by old age. Mr. Feldhusen spent most of his time, until the last two years on a farm 2 miles northeast of the village. He leaves a wife and a large family of grown children to mourn his death. He was highly respected by all who knew him. Chilton Times, Aug 23, 1902
WILHELMINA FELDHUSEN Wilhelmine Ehlers was born in Germany April 13th 1840 and in 1860 she was married in her native land to Detlef Feldhuson. Six years later they immigrated to the United States coming directly to the town of New Holstein where they settled on a farm between Kiel and New Holstein village. There they remained three years and then purchased a farm of 135 acres in the northwest section of the town of New Holstein on which they resided until 1900 when they disposed of the farm and moved to the village of New Holstein. On Aug, 17, 1902 two years later, Mr. Feldhusen died and shortly after his passing Mrs. Feldhusen moved to this city where she resided several years and then went to Hayton to live with her sister, Mrs. John Holst. Mrs. Feldhusen belonged to the type of hardy pioneer women of Calumet county who were a large factor in making it the prosperous country it is today. When she and her husband settled on their new purchase it was an unbroken forest and through their united efforts their holdings soon took on the appearance of civilization. It was no easy task but she was equal to her share of it. She was neighborly and kind and highly respected throughout the neighborhood in which she lived for many years. She was a devoted wife and mother and although her children are now grown to manhood and womanhood and all are in homes of their own, they will miss her counsel and affectionate greeting keenly. She is survived by five sons, Fred of Charlestown, John of Garden, Mich., Henry of Beach, N. D., Edward of Milwaukee, William of Northwest Canada and three daughters, Mrs. Charles Peik of Charlestown, Mrs. J. Tennyson of Wauwatosa and Mrs. Bert Pendergrast of Mineral Springs, N.D. She also leaves to mourn her death thirty-two grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren a brother, H. J. Ehlers of Gravesville, and two sisters, Mrs. John Holst of Hayton, and a sister in Germany. Those from outside attending the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Tennyson of Milwaukee, Mrs. Bert Pendergrast and daughter Frances of Mineral Springs, N. D., John Feldhusen of Garden, Mich., Henry Berg and daughter, Margaret, of Milwaukee. New Holstein, Chilton Times, Dec 11, 1920
NORMA E. FENN Mrs. Norma E. Fenn, 75, a former Sheboygan and Kiel resident, died early today at Heritage Nursing Center, 1902 Mead Ave. The former Norma Boeldt, she was born May 16, 1898 at School Hill, a daughter of the late William and Bertha Baars Boeldt. The family later moved to New Holstein. On May 1, 1918 she was married to Ewald Fenn in the parsonage of St. John United Church of Christ, New Holstein. After marriage the couple lived in the Sheboygan and New Holstein areas. Her husband died in 1936. In later years she made her home with children. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Louella Anhalt of Sheboygan; a son, Wallace of Kiel; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Alfred Wieting of Brillion, and Mrs. Herbert Klemm of Milwaukee; and a brother Helmuth Boeldt of R. 1, Kiel. A son, Clarence, and two brothers preceded her in death. No newspaper named, 1973
CHRISTIAN FISCHER Chris Frederick Fischer, son of Christian Gottlieb Fischer and Maria Bunge, was born in the town of Herman April 26, 1855. He was married to Louisa M. Winkel November 3, 1879, and the couple settled on a farm in Schleswig. In 1885 they moved to New Holstein and lived there for 25 years. His life’s work was following the trade of carpenter. Five children were born to this marriage. His wife passed away in 1908. In 1919 he married Minnie Iverson and the family moved to this city,. They were both members of the St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed church. His second wife preceded him in death April 13, 1941. He was in ailing health for some time, and was removed to the St. Nicholas hospital in Sheboygan on Aug. 13, where he passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 24, at 1 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the local Reformed church on Friday afternoon at two o’clock, with Rev. E. L. Worthman officiating. Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. J. H. Horn of Jacksonville, Fla., Mrs. John Miller of Fond du Lac, Mrs. Adele Boswell of Niagara Falls, N.Y., and Mrs. Marie Jackson, who kept house and cared for his needs for eight years; three nieces and two grandchildren also survive. At his bedside when he died were Mrs. Marie Jackson and Mrs. Arthur Voigt. No newspaper named, August 1948
LILLY FLEISCHMANN Lillyan M. Fleischmann, 88, a former Kiel resident, died Sunday evening, December 29, at Chilton Village Nursing Home where she had been a resident for the past five years. She was born March 5, 1903, in Milwaukee the daughter of the late Conrad and Minnie Engel Fleischmann. She attended school in New Holstein. She was a housekeeper and companion in Sheboygan most of her life. Survivors include one sister, Viola Vorpahl of Chilton; one niece, (private) of Chilton; two nephews, (private), both of Kiel. No newspaper named, 1991
ARTHUR A. FLUHR Arthur Anton Fluhr of New Holstein passed away at 11:45 a.m. Thursday of last week at the Memorial hospital in Sheboygan, where he had been confined for the past three weeks. Mr. Fluhr was born in the town of Schleswig Jan. 1, 1886, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Fluhr. On Oct, 26, 1909 he was married to Miss Emma Greve, and since that marriage the couple has been residing in New Holstein, where Mr. Fluhr was a painter for the Hart-Carter Co., Lauson division. He is survived by his wife; three sons, Howard, Clarence and Gilbert of New Holstein; five daughters, Mrs. Edwin (Marion) Kornack of Milwaukee, Mrs. George (Margaret) Taylor of New Holstein, the Misses Elizabeth and Virginia of Milwaukee, and Emmy Lou at home; five grandchildren; two brothers, Edwin of Kiel, and John of Chilton; five sisters, Mrs. Norma Gerlach of Princeton, Mrs. Linda Kriegelstein of Milwaukee, Mrs. John (Nettie) Henschel of Kiel, and Mrs. Alma Horn of Valders, and Mrs. Helen Feile of Reedsville. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home with the Rev. John Seidler, pastor of the St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed church officiating. Pallbearers were Arthur Kuehl, Herman Peik, Fred Engel, John Schwalenberg, Henry Kuehl and Edward Klauck. No newspaper named, 1946
EMMA FLUHR Mrs. Arthur Fluhr, 63, a life-long resident of New Holstein, died early Friday evening at Sheboygan Memorial Hospital. She had been in ill health the past week. Nee Emma Greve, she was born May 1, 1888, in New Holstein, a daughter of the late Claus and Wilhelmina Greve. She was married to Arthur Fluhr on Oct. 26, 1909, at New Holstein. Survivors are three sons, Howard, Clarence and Gilbert, New Holstein; five daughters, Mrs. Edward (Marion) Kornack, West Allis; Mrs. George (Margaret) Taylor and Mrs. Clifford (Emmy Lou) Schilling, New Holstein, and Miss Elizabeth Fluhr and Mrs. Jack (Virginia) Dornbusch, of Milwaukee, and a brother, Hurbert Greve, Elkhart Lake. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home, New Holstein, with the Rev. John R. Seidler, pastor of St. John's Evangelical and Reformed Church, officiating. Burial will be in the New Holstein City Cemetery. The body will lie in state at the funeral home after noon Sunday. Unknown Paper March 7, 1952
HOWARD E. FLUHR Howard E (Abe) Fluhr, 81, of 1807 Mason St., New Holstein, died Monday, December 2, 1991, at the Calumet Medical Center in Chilton. He was born on June 23, 1910, in New Holstein, a son of the late Arthur and Emma Greve Fluhr. He was a Liaison Engineer at Tecumseh Products Company in New Holstein until his retirement July 1, 1974. On August 5, 1978, he married Nancy Jensen, in West Allis. He was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ in New Holstein. Survivors include his wife, Nancy, one step-daughter, (private), Wis., three grandchildren; two sisters, Miss Elizabeth Fluhr and Emmy Schilling, both of New Holstein. He was preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers. No newspaper named, 1991
ANNE FRANCKE NEW HOLSTEIN ---Mrs. Annie Francke, the oldest resident at the Calumet Homestead here, died at 8 a.m. today on her 101st birthday. Despite her age, she has been in comparatively good health until a few days ago. Mrs. Francke had the distinction of being not only the oldest resident of the Homestead, but of being its senior citizen. She had been there since shortly after opening July 19, 1957. She was born at New Holstein Feb 22, 1861, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joachim Schildhauer, Mrs. Francke attended schools in New Holstein and later worked as a musician and seamstress. She married Herman Francke at Chicago in 1906. She is survived by her sister, Miss Ellen Schildhauer, who had been her constant companion since both became residents of the home. Services will be at the Erbe-Hoffman Funeral Home, New Holstein, Saturday at 2 p.m. The Rev. Charles A. Koch, pastor of St. John's United Church of Christ, will officiate and burial will be in New Holstein cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 p.m. Friday until time of services. Sheboygan Press, Feb 1962 (Note: Her picture in glass negative photos)
HERMAN FRANCKE Herman Francke, Nebraska pioneer, died May 2 at New Holstein, Wis., at the age of 89. He was born at Greenbush, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, Aug 21, 1853, son of William and Katherine Francke. In 1870 the family moved to Walton, where Mr. Francke was one of the early Lancaster county farmers, breaking sod with an ox team. In 1906 he was married to Miss Anna Schildhauer of New Holstein. Wis. The couple lived in Lincoln until 1937, when they moved to New Holstein to make their home. Mr. Francke is survived by his wife; a brother, August and sister, Mrs. Laura Wilson, both of Walton, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted May 6 at Holstein by Rev. A. G. Schmid of St. John's Evangelical and Reformed church and interment was made in New Holstein city cemetery. Nebraska State Journal, May 16, 1943
LUCIA MARIA FREESE On Friday of last week, Mrs. A H Freese passed away from this world. The deceased was born in Germany from which country she emigrated about a year ago. She leaves a husband, three daughters and a son to regret her departure, besides numerous friends, which she has made during her short residence here. Chilton Times, March 15, 1885
EMMA FRIESS Mrs. Emma Friess, 96, formerly of 2203 Monroe St., New Holstein, a resident of Madison for the past seven years, died Wednesday at Methodist Health Care Center in Madison. She had been a resident of New Holstein since 1912. She was born in Kiel, June 27, 1887, daughter of Wilhelm and Christina Zaun Meyer. She was a 1904 graduate of Kiel High School and attended Milwaukee Business College. She was a secretary and clerk at Erbe-Evjen Furniture Store in New Holstein, retiring in 1970. She was married to John Friess on Oct. 18, 1911, in Kiel. He died on Aug. 23, 1951. She was a member of the St. John UCC in New Holstein and its Womens’ Fellowship, the New Holstein-Calumet Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, No. 262, and served as its secretary for 30 years. She was also a member of the New Holstein Historical Society. Survivors are a son, Robert W. of Madison; four grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister and two brothers. Funeral services will be held at the Erbe-Evjen Funeral Home in New Holstein. The Rev. Albert Borns, pastor of St. John UCC, will officiate. Burial will be in New Holstein City Cemetery. No newspaper named, 1983
JACOB H. FRIESS JACOB H. FRIESS ENDS HIS LIFE Well-Known Former Station Agent of New Holstein Found Dead Sunday The community was shocked on Sunday afternoon, when it was learned that Jacob Henry Friess, 73, one of New Holstein’s best known residents, had been found dead. Mr. Friess had ended his life by hanging himself at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Louis Weber. It is believed that he committed the deed in a fit of melancholia. The deceased was born in Richfield, Wis., May 15, 1851, and came as a young man to New Holstein, where he was married in 1875 to Mathilda Moeller, who preceded him in death in 1911. Mr. Friess was employed for the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul RY. Co. in New Holstein for 35 years, as depot agent, and for 17 years at Random Lake. About three months ago he gave up his position at Random Lake and returned to New Holstein, to make his home with his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Weber. He did not seem to be in good spirits of late, and showed signs of mental depression, but otherwise appeared to be in good health. He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Louis Weber and Mrs. H, C. Thiessen of New Holstein and Miss Della Friess of Milwaukee, John, station agent, and Jacob of New Holstein. Also two brothers, John of Saukville and Peter of Fond du Lac, and four sisters, Mrs. Mary Brenkie and Mrs. Elizabeth Rumpel of Milwaukee, Mrs. Anna Strohm of Peru, Ill., and Mrs. Amelia Thiessen of Slinger, Wis., and five grandchildren. The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon, from the Louis Weber hone, with interment in the New Holstein cemetery. Rev A. C. Plappert officiating. 1924
JOHN FRIESS John Friess of New Holstein passed away Thursday afternoon at a Sheboygan hospital, where he was a patient a few days, following a sudden illness. Mr. Friess had been employed for the Milwaukee Road for the past 48 years. Ten years of that time was spent in Kiel, and the last 38 in New Holstein. He was born in New Holstein, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Friess on February 7, 1885. October 8, 1911, he was married to Miss Emma Meyer of Kiel. He was a member of the Masonic Order and the Order of Railroad Telegraphers. He is survived by his wife; one son, Robert of Plymouth; four grandchildren; one brother, Jacob of Milwaukee, and two sisters, Mrs. Louis Weber and Mrs. Della Peetz, both of Milwaukee. No newspaper named, 1951
MATHILDA FRIESS Passing of Mrs. Friess After of lingering illness covering a period of over two years, Mrs. Jacob Friess was called to her final rest on Friday morning, a few minutes after twelve o’clock, July 21st, 1911. During her long illness she was tenderly cared for and was appreciative. Lately she rallied strength enough to be about the house, but on Sunday morning, July 16, she suffered a paralytic stroke and remained semi-conscious until she passed away. Mrs. Friess was born in this village on March 31, 1855. On December 9, 1875 she was united in marriage to Jacob Friess, who survives her. Six children were born to them: the oldest boy dying in infancy, John and Jacob, Mrs. Louie Weber, Mrs. H. C. Thiessen and Delia, all of this village. She was a hard working, industrious woman, always liking for the comfort of her family. Her kindly disposition and pleasing personality endeared her to all who knew her, particularly to that circle of friends with whom she associated. The entire community sympathizes with the bereaved ones and their sorrow is shared by many sincere friends. Besides her husband and children she is survived by four brothers: Wm. And Otto Moeller of Chicago, Paul of Green Bay, and Gustave of Milwaukee: and five sisters: Minnie, Tona and Dora of Milwaukee, Mrs. Ida Paff of Wausau and Mrs. E. E. Curtiss of this village. The funeral took place from the residence on Main street at 2:00 o’clock Sunday afternoon, Mr. Wm. Brocker of Kiel officiating. As the corpse was being lowered to its last resting place in the New Holstein cemetery the Maennerchor sang a beautiful song. The floral gifts were many and beautiful. Those from away who attended the funeral were: Misses Minnie and Dora Moeller of Milwaukee, Mr. and Mrs. P. Moeller of Green Bay, Otto and William Moeller of Chicago, Mrs. A. Otto of Rugby Jct., Mrs. M. Brenckle and Mr. and Mrs. Peter Friess of Fond du Lac. 7–26–1911
ERNST FUNKE Ernst Funke, 81, formerly of New Holstein, died Sunday at Anaheim, Calif., where he had been a resident since 1958. He was born in New Holstein on April 7, 1894, a son of Edward and Marie Pfieffer Funke. He attended New Holstein schools and formerly was employed by the H. C. Timm Co., New Holstein. In October, 1916 he married the former Roma Thede. She died in May, 1920. On May 19, 1921 he married the former Caroline Clemens. She died May 9, 1970. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Charles (Peggy) Woodall, Anaheim, Calif.; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; two brothers, Robert, New Holstein, and Lothar, R. 2, New Holstein; and three sisters, Mrs. Mariele Gruner, New Holstein, Mrs. Ruth Feuerstein, Sturgeon Bay, and Mrs. Janet Morris, Kansas City, Mo. A son preceded him in death. Funeral services are at the Erbe-Evjen Funeral Home, New Holstein, the Rev. Albert K. Borns, pastor of St. John United Church of Christ, New Holstein, officiating. Burial is in the New Holstein Cemetery. Pallbearers were H. C. Timm III, Victor Sell, Arno Krupp, Leonard Mueller, Thomas Funke and Edward Bruner. New Holstein Reporter, October 16, 1975
MARIE FUNKE Sorrow invaded one of our happy homes on Wednesday evening, November 9, at 7:15 o’clock when the flame of life that had been flickering in the breast of Mrs. Edward Funke went out and left a husband without a wife, and six children without a mother. But such is the will of the All Powerful who gathers his children to him one by one. What is life, but that we live to die, and die we must if we want to live. Maria Pfeiffer was born in this village on January 29, 1872, and received a good education from her parents, who wished much for their daughter. On July 11, 1890, after a brief courtship she joined in a happy marriage with Mr. Edward Funke. They have always resided in New Holstein, except for one year spent at Milwaukee, when they returned to the scene of their childhood. Six children came to bless their happy union, Ernest, Marillia, Almuth, Lotha, and twins, Robert Edward and Ruth Marie, that their mother gave her life for. There was no happier family circle in the land than this. The mother lived for her family’s interests and never was more happy or contented than when at work at home busy with household duties and administering to the wants of her husband and children. Many social duties were hers, but she gave her time sparingly to the societies and clubs to which she belonged. She leave to mourn her loss a husband and six children, an aged father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. M. Pfeiffer, one sister, Mrs. John Iversen, and three brothers, J. C. and J. E. Pfeiffer of Milwaukee and William of New Holstein. The funeral was held from the home at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon, Rev. Schildknecht officiating. A large cortege of people followed the remains to their last resting place in the New Holstein cemetery, composed of the Kiel and New Holstein Turnverein, F. F. U and the M W A lodges and the many friends of the dear departed one. A large monument of the most beautiful flowers were received to show the respects to the one who had been a sister to all. Calumet County Reporter, November 16, 1910
SOPHIA FUNKE Mrs. Ernst Funke Sr., passed away early Thursday morning from heart trouble after having had several severe attacks during the past winter. Her death at this time was unexpected by her many friends as she was attending to her household duties and had been about town on numerous occasion during the past week. Sophia Arps, daughter of the deceased John Arps Sr., was born in the town of New Holstein on September 2, 1852. On May 9, 1870 she was united in marriage to Ernst Funke. Two children were born to them, Edward Funke of this village and Mrs. Edward Arps of Nuelo, Colorado, who with the husband survive. Mr. and Mrs. Funke have always made their home in New Holstein where Mr. Funke in the early years of their marriage was an agent for a brewery. Later he purchased the saloon property which he disposed of to John Voigt in 1905. He then built a residence near the high school building where they have lived for the past seventeen years. Owing to the death of Mrs. Ernst Funke Jr., they were unable to celebrate their golden wedding anniversary which occurred on May 9th, 1920. Mrs. Funke was one of the charter members who organized the Cemetery Ladies Aid Society about twenty- five years ago. She was a woman of lovable disposition and readily made friends with all she came in contact with. Her first duty was always in her home. She was a good wife and mother. Mrs. Funke was always finding something to do for others and found happiness in lending a helping hand at all times. The funeral will be held at the home at 2 o’clock Monday afternoon and the remains interred in the New Holstein Cemetery. New Holstein Reporter, April 21, 1922
ELMER GARTZKE Elmer J. Gartzke, 91, formerly of 2331 Monroe St., New Holstein, a resident of the Calumet Homestead since 1988, died Friday, April 12, 1991 at the nursing home. He was born Dec. 10, 1899 at Cleveland, a son of the late Julius and Emma Kunen Gartzke. On June 23, 1925 he married Clara C. Knorr in Waukegan, Ill. She preceded him in death on May 27, 1981. He attended Red Arrow School in Hika, Wis., and New Holstein Public Schools. He was a foreman in the Foundry at Tecumseh Products, New Holstein. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and was Zion’s first confirmand and held various church offices. He was the last surviving member of the Quarter Century Club of Hart-Carter Company. Survivors include two brothers, Albert, Kiel, and Harry, Sheboygan Falls; one sister, Lucille Schwartz, Howards Grove; one sister-in-law, Marie, New Holstein; many nieces and nephews, and special friend. (Name omitted for privacy) His brother, Walter, preceded him in death in 1988. Funeral services were held Monday, April 15 at Zion Lutheran Church. The Rev. Victor Kuerschner officiated. Burial was in the New Holstein city cemetery. No newspaper named, April 12, 1991
FRANK F. GISCH Funeral services for Frank Gisch, 70, who died Wednesday morning at this home here of pneumonia and pleurisy followed by a stroke, were held Saturday, the Rev. A. C. Plappert officiating both at the home and at the Reformed church. Mr. Gisch, with his wife, formerly Mrs. Anna Spann, whom he married four years ago, and who is still living, had lived here for the past ten years. Three children survive: Mrs. John Biermann and Joseph J. Gisch of here, and Mrs. James H. Vint, Madison. The deceased was born in the town of New Holstein, and grew to manhood in this vicinity. The I.O. O. F. lodge of Chilton, with which the deceased was affiliated, was in charge of the interment in the New Holstein cemetery. Tri-County Record, February 9, 1928 ********* Aged Resident of St. Nazianz Called to Rest New Holstein: Frank Gisch 70, passed away early Tuesday morning of pnemonia and pleurisy followed by a stroke. Mr. Gisch was born on a farm in the town of New Holstein on December 3, 1858, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Gisch. He grew to manhood in this vicinity and attended district school. On June 12, 1877, he was united in marriage with Miss Christine Williams. The couple resided on a farm in the town of New Holstein until ten years ago, when they purchased a home in this village. Three children preceded him in death. His first wife died five years ago. The survivors include three children, Mrs. John Biermann and Joseph J Gisch of New Holstein and Mrs. James H Vint of Madison. On December 18, 1924 he was married to Mrs. Anna Spahn, who also survives him. Mr. Gisch was a member of the St. Johns Reformed church and was affiliated with the I.O.O.F lodge at Chilton. Funeral services will be held from the family home Saturday at 2 p.m. and from the Reformed church, Rev. A. C. Plappert officiating. Interment will be made in the city cemetery with services under the auspices of the I.O.O.F. lodge of Chilton. Sheboygan Press, February 4, 1928
CLAUSE GOOS Clause Goos passed away to the great unknown on Saturday of last week after an illness of only a few days, at his home in Hayton. The deceased was born in Germany, June 13, 1847, thus at the time of his death he was 61 years, 11 months and 9 days old. He was a hard working man and was well liked by those who knew him. He had been employed for a number of years in and about this village. The funeral was held at Hayton and the remains were placed in the New Holstein cemetery Monday. Calumet County Reporter, May 26, 1909
FRIEDRICH GREESE From Calumet county death records: Frederick Greese (v.3 p.108) Wife of Johanna Schlorf Jan. 13, 1837-Aug. 17, 1901 Son of Johann Greese (born G. Schoenfeld, Germany) and Maria (born Stolp, Germany) Born G. Schoenfeld, Germany –blacksmith Died from “vesical hemorrhage –cystitis, 2 weeks” Buried at the New Holstein Cemetery ********* From the 1880 Federal census-Calumet co. Name: Fredrich Griese Home in 1880: New Holstein, Calumet, Wisconsin Age: 43 Estimated Birth Year: abt 1837 Birthplace: Mech Relation to Head of Household: Self (Head) Spouse's Name: Johanna Father's birthplace: Mech Mother's birthplace: Mech Occupation: Blacksmith Marital Status: Married Race: White Gender: Male House Number: 6475265 Household Members: Name Age Fredrich Griese 43 Johanna Griese 40 Adolphine Griese 17 Ida Griese 13 Willy Griese 7
JOHANNA GREESE It is our sad duty to announce the death of an octogenarian, an old and beloved pioneer of the town of New Holstein: namely, Mrs. Johanna Greese, widow of the late Fred Greese. Mrs Greese and her son, William, had lived together on the old homestead almost continuously the past six years and she had been in good health until Jan. 17th of this year when she complained of a slight indisposition although still being able to be up most of the time. On March 3rd upon arising in the morning she fell to the floor. Her son was in a nearby room heard the fall and hastened to her, assisting her onto the bed, but from that time on she was bedridden and despite all the medical attention and care given her, gradually wasted away. On March 17th she was removed to the home of her daughter in New Holstein village where she received the best of care, but she quietly succumbed to old age at eight o’clock Tuesday morning, March 29th. Johanna Schlorf was born in Schwerin-Mecklenburg, Germany, on Feb 17, 1840. She was married there and with her husband and others immigrated to America in 1862, arriving in the town of New Holstein in January, 1863, where her husband established a blacksmith shop in a log building in the primeval forest. Prosperity and happiness blessed their efforts for nearly forty years, or until he was called to his reward in 1901, after which she continued to live on the farm until her final illness. She was beloved and respected by neighbors and friends and although she had lived her allotted time there is deep regret expressed for her passing. She is survived by a son, William L. Greese, two daughters Adolphine and Ida, now Mrs. Charles Hansen and Mrs. Peter Lau, respectively. She also leaves four grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Two half sisters, Mrs. Wm Kreimann of Schleswig and Mrs. H. J. Hansen of New Holstein. The funeral was held this Friday afternoon from the Evang. Reformed church of which she was a member, under the auspices of the Frauen Verein, Rev. Plappert officiating. Those from outside in attendance were Mr. and Mrs. Herman Quade of Cedarburg, and Mrs. August Benzin Sr. of Chicago. Chilton Times, April 2, 1921 ******** From Calumet county death records: Johanna Greese nee Schlorf (v.7 p.250) Widow of Frederick Greese Feb. 17, 1840-March 29, 1921 Daughter of Ludwig Schlorf and Fredericka Martins (both born Germany) Born Germany Died from “hpertrophic cerhosis of liver –senility” Buried at the New Holstein Cemetery
WILHELM GREESE From Sheboygan county death records: William L. Griese [also shown as Greese] (v.26 p.541) Divorced from Louisa Bublitz Dec. 11, 1872-July 26, 1924 Son of Fred Griese and Johanna Lau (both born Germany) Born Wisconsin –school teacher Died from “cirrhosis” Buried at the New Holstein Cemetery ****** (Note: His picture is in the glass negative photos)
ARTHUR G. GREMMER Early Sunday morning as Arthur Gremmer and Weston Taylor were driving near Krohl’s corner near the Edwin Voigt cheese factory on highway 32 they crashed into a car driven by an Appleton man. Mr. Gremmer suffered a fractured skull and cuts and bruises about the head. In an unconscious condition, he was rushed to the office of Dr. D. F. Nauth, Kiel, where emergency treatments were given. Later he was taken to the Plymouth hospital where little hope was held out for his recovery. At 10 a.m. Monday he passed away. The deceased was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Gremmer of this city. He was born Feb. 15, 1913, about one mile east of this city. Left to mourn his untimely death are his parents, two brothers, Henry and Stanley and two sisters, Lillian and Leona. Funeral services will be held Thursday from St. John’s Reformed church at two o’clock. The Rev. A. George Schmid will officiate with interment in the local cemetery. Weston Taylor, riding with Mr. Gremmer, escaped with minor injuries. Tri-County Record, October 11, 1934
ALBERT GREVE Albert Greve passed away at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Greve on Saturday evening at 7 o’clock at the age of 34 years, 11 months and 13 days. He was born on a farm, one mile west of the village, on April 5, 1881. As a young boy he showed a natural and strong appentency for music and was never happy unless playing on some sort of musical instrument. At the age of 18 years he went to Milwaukee and studied under able masters for three years. On returning home he joined the musical organizations here and at Kiel. About 7 years ago he suffered a nervous breakdown and since that time has been content to remain at home with his parents. About a year ago his health began to fail and a complication of diseases set in that Saturday led to his death. He leaves besides his parents to mourn his death, a sister, Mrs. Fred Pfingsten, living one mile east of the village. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at the home of his parents. Wm. Broeckert officiated. Calumet County Reporter, March 24, 1916
AMANDA GREVE Word was received by relatives here Tuesday of the death of Mrs. Bernhard Greve of Texas. Her demise was caused by childbirth. The deceased, nee Amanda Broeckert, was born in Kiel on October 15, 1882, where she lived up to the time of her marriage to Mr. Greve on Dec. 30, 1914. The remains will be brought to the home of her mother, Mrs. William Broeckert, at Brillion, and burial will be made in the New Holstein cemetery. Funeral arrangements have not been completed. Besides her husband and mother, she also leaves one brother, Kuno, of Illinois. Tri-County Record, September 16, 1926 (No stone)
BERNICE GREVE Funeral services will be held Wednesday for Bernice W. Greve, 56, of R 1, New Holstein, who was found dead early Monday morning at her home. Her death was ruled a suicide by Calumet County Coroner Leroy Hughes. Born in the Town of Charlestown on October 14, 1915, she was a daughter of the late Fred and Linda Faber Greve. She attended New Holstein schools. Survivors are a daughter, (private); two grandchildren; two brothers, Kenneth, with whom she resided, and Donald, Madison, and a sister, Mrs. Ellen Welfer of Moline, Ill. No newspaper named, January 3, 1972
BERTHA GREVE From Calumet county death records: Bertha Greve nee Bormann (5-835) July 27, 1867-July 8, 1912 Son(sic) of Bernard Bormann (born Germany) and Hanna Thiessen (born Germany) Born Wisconsin Died from “renal tuberculosis –exhaustion” Buried at New Holstein Cemetery
CELIA M. GREVE Last Sunday morning after a long and useful life, Mrs. Andrew Greve was called to rest—a stroke of paralysis resulting in her immediate death. The deceased was 68 years of age. She came to New Holstein with her sturdy husband in 1852, and by plenty of hard labor they converted the dense forest into a blooming farm. A large concourse of relatives and friends followed the remains to the grave on Tuesday afternoon. Chilton Times, July 14, 1888
CHRISTINA GREVE (d. 1885) Mrs. Hans Greve, of this village died on Sunday morning last at 8 o’clock, aged about 54 years. Her affliction was heart disease from which she has suffered two years past. Loved and respected by a wide circle of friends, her death was greatly mourned. The funeral took place on Tuesday, the remains being followed to their last resting place in the New Holstein cemetery by the largest procession of relatives and friends ever witnessed on a like occasion. Chilton Times, October 14, 1885
CHRISTINA GREVE (d. 1932) On Thursday morning about 7:30, Mrs. H. H. Greve, nee Christine Timmer, passed away at her home in this city, of a stroke. She was stricken at 1:30 Thursday morning and did not regain consciousness. She was born at Gibbsville, Sheboygan County on July 18, 1871. She was united in marriage to H. H. Greve May 26, 1891. She leaves to mourn her passing: her husband and three children: Lawrence of Milwaukee, Sydney of Whitefish Bay and Mrs. Gladys Meyer at home: Two brothers, Henry Timmer of Sheboygan and Martin Timmer of New Rockford, North Dakota and four grandchildren, Edith and Russell Greve and Joyce Ellen and Bruce Henry Meyer also survive her. One son, Harmon, preceded her in death at the age of one year, four months. The deceased was secretary of the Ladies; Aid for 25 years. Funeral services were held at the home at 2 o’clock, Saturday afternoon, the Rev. A. G. Schmid officiating with interment in the family lot at the local cemetery. Tri-County Record, July 14, 1932
ELDA (GREVE) NEUHAUS Mrs. Peter Neuhaus, the former Miss Elda Greve, passed away at the home of her sister and brother, Miss Elsie and Edgar Greve, in the town of New Holstein, one mile west of this city. The deceased was born in the town of New Holstein on June 17, 1893, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Greve. The early part of her live was spent at home, later being employed at Appleton and California. For the past 25 years she lived in Chicago. June 26, 1944, she was married to Peter Neuhaus of Chicago, and they resided at 6644 Devon Ave. Survivors are her husband; two stepsons, Peter of Chicago, and Ray of Milwaukee; three sisters, Elsie of Town New Holstein, Hilda of Chicago and Mrs. Walter (Florence) Kuester of this city, and three brothers, Harry of Unity, Helmuth of Lauton, Mich., and Edgar of Town New Holstein. Burial services will be conducted Friday afternoon at two o’clock at Meiselwitz Funeral home, with Rev. E. L. Worthman officiating. Interment will be made in the New Holstein city cemetery. No newspaper named, Aug 31, 1948
ELSIE GREVE Miss Elsie Greve, 51, of the town of New Holstein, Calumet County, died at Sheboygan Memorial hospital Wednesday afternoon. Born in the town of New Holstein, May 30, 1897, Miss Greve was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Greve. She was a graduate of the Kiel High school, class of 1915. Survivors are two sisters, Mrs. Walter (Florence) Kuester, of Kiel and Miss Hilda Greve, of Chicago, and three brothers, Harry, of Unity, Wis., Helmuth, of Lawton, Mich., and Edgar, with whom the deceased had operated the Greve farm. Funeral services will be held at the Meiselwitz Funeral home in Kiel, the Rev. E. L. Worthman, pastor of St. Peter’s Evangelical and Reformed church, officiating. Burial will be in the New Holstein cemetery. No newpaper named, November 24, 1948
FREDERICK GREVE This community was shocked on Sunday when word was received here that Fred Greve, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Greve, Sr., aged 21 years, who resides about three miles east of this city, was found by his mother at 11 o’clock a.m. that day, with a 12-guage shotgun beside him, which had recently been discharged, which leads to the theory that he had committed suicide. The young man had been in poor health for several weeks. At the time the body was found a large dog, a pet of the deceased, lay across the body and refused to move when the undertaker arrived. He was finally coaxed away by members of the family. The young man is survived by his parents, three brothers-William, Kenneth and Donald, and two sisters, Mrs. Jacob Uelser of Chicago, and Bernice at home. The funeral services were held at 2 o’clock at the St. John’s Reformed church on Wednesday afternoon, with the Rev. A. George Schmid officiating. Burial was made in the local cemetery. Tri-County Record, December 28, 1933
HANS GREVE Mr. Hans Greve, father of Henry, the well known grain buyer of our town, died at his home in Kiel on Sunday last. His remains were taken to our cemetery on Wednesday, followed by a very large number of friends and relatives. Chilton Times, October 28, 1891 ********* From Der Nord Westen, 29 Oct. 1891: (From the correspondent in Kiel, 27 Oct.) Death on Sat. of 69 yr. old Hans Greve. He was born in Schleswig, fought as a dragoon in the Schleswig-Holstein War against Denmark, and came to American in 1852.
HENRY C. GREVE H. C. Greve, New Holstein, aged 82, died as a result of injuries when the sedan in which he was riding collided with a farm truck driven by Raymond Horneck, just northwest of Ada on highway 32 at 8:30 Wednesday morning of this week. He died soon after being brought to the Memorial hospital at Sheboygan. Also in the car were Dr. A. C. Engel, Mrs. H. C. Greve, and William Grimsmann, 71, all of New Holstein. Dr. Engel suffered fractured ribs and bruises. Mrs. Greve, the dead man’s wife, sustained a broken left leg and was unconscious late in the afternoon. Mr. Grimsmann suffered scalp wounds. Mr. Horneck sustained broken ribs and bruises and laceration. With him was his 3-year-old son, who was thrown from the car, but was not badly injured. The entire party was rushed to the Memorial hospital. First aid was administered on the scene by Dr. A. Sieker of Ada, who was quickly summoned. Present shortly after the accident was Albert Deibele of E. F. Geier Co., Inc. of this city, accompanied by Manfred Moritz. He assisted Dr. Sieker and saw the people placed in the ambulance. He was unaware of the identity of the people, but said when he came back to Kiel that all of the parties were badly injured. The accident occurred when the Engel car, enroute to Sheboygan, crashed into the rear of the Horneck truck which was crossing the highway. Dr. Engel was taking Mr. and Mrs. Greve to Sheboygan to bring back their daughter, Mrs. Linda Pfingsten, who had been taking treatments there. Mr. Grimsmann accompanied them to visit his wife, a patient there. According to the Sheboygan county coroner, no inquest would be held. Mr. Greve had been a resident of New Holstein since 1911, when he retired from the farm. He was born March 22, 1854, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Claus C. Greve. He was married to Miss Anna Hansen in November, 1878. Besides his wife, he is survived by Mrs. Pfingsten, a daughter. Funeral arrangement had not been made late Wednesday afternoon . Tri-County Record, May 14, 1936
HUBERT GREVE Hubert Greve, 81, a retired Elkhart Lake farmer, died Monday at his home. Born August 18, 1888 in New Holstein, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Claus Greve. He married the former Ida Eichmeier Barta on November 29, 1919. The couple lived in New Holstein until 1929 when they moved to Elkhart Lake and operated a small farm on the outskirts of the village. His wife preceded him in death. Mr. Greve was a veteran of World War I, a member of the New Holstein American Legion Post, served on the Elkhart Lake village board for a number of years, and was a former member of the Elkhart Lake Fire Department. Survivors include only nieces and nephews. Two brothers and three sisters also preceded him in death. No newspaper named, 1970
JENNIE GREVE Died, on Sunday at 4 a.m. the 7 year old daughter of Mr. Claus Greve. The cause of death was inflammation of the brain. Deceased was sick only three days. Burial took place Tuesday afternoon at 2 p.m. Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to the family. Chilton Times, January 10, 1891
MARGARETHA DOROTHEA GREVE Mrs. Margaretha Dorothea Greve, an early settler of this community, having lived here for 74 years, was born in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany on the sixth of June, 1843. She was a daughter of the late Mrs. and Mrs. Hans Moeller. When she was sixteen years of age she came to America with a sister, spending several years in Kiel where she was employed. In 1864 she was united in marriage with John Greve of Town Charlestown, Calumet County, and resided here until 1892 when they bought the farm now owned and operated by their son Fred about two miles east of New Holstein. In 1907 Mr. and Mrs. Greve, wishing to retire from active life and enjoy a well earned rest after a life of hard work, moved to New Holstein. This enjoyment however, was shortlived, for already in the same year, the husband and father John Greve, died. Mrs. Greve continued to live in New Holstein until 1926 when the children, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Greve, persuaded her to live with them on the farm, since the infirmities of old age which were coming made it inadvisable for her to live all by herself. Here with her son and daughter-in-law and grandchildren she was tenderly cared for in her declining years. Despite her age and infirmities she was able to be about and aided in performing some light household tasks almost until the very last day of her life. She passed away Saturday, January 21, at eleven o’clock at night. She died quietly apparently without a struggle as a result of old age, having attained the age of 89 years, seven months and fifteen days. She is survived by her son, Fred and six grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mrs. Claus Hass of here and Mrs. Detlaff Roeh of Town Schleswig. One brother died about a month ago in the state of Iowa. Mrs. Elizabeth Bosma of New Holstein is a sister-in-law. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon, January 24, at 1:30 o’clock at the home and at 2:00 o’clock at St. John’s Reformed church in New Holstein. The Rev. A George Schmid was the officiating pastor and burial took place in the New Holstein cemetery. Tri-County Record, January 26, 1933
MARIA D. GREVE Died, on Tuesday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Bartels, Mrs. Claus Greve, aged 67 years. Deceased was a Weber, and a sister to Mrs. F. Oesau, Mrs. J. Voss, Mrs. Simon Greve and Mr. Chris Weber. The cause of death was paralysis. Burial took place Friday. We extend our sympathy to the relatives. Chilton Times, January 10, 1891
MINNIE C. GREVE Miss Minnie Greve Passes Away Sunday Miss Minnie Greve, 83, passed away Sunday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Voigt in Chilton. She had been ill for the past three weeks. The deceased was born in Kiel November 17, 1868, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hans Greve. She attended Kiel high school. Only immediate survivor is a brother, John in Claifornia and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted this Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Boniface Episcopal church in Chilton. Burial was made in the New Holstein cemetery. Unknown Paper November 6, 1952
RICHARD A. GREVE Richard A. Greve, 65, of New Holstein, died Thursday, May 14, 2009 at the Sharon S. Richardson Hospice in Sheboygan Falls following a battle with cancer. He, along with his twin brother, Ronald, was born June 17, 1943 in Kiel, a son of Gerald Greve and the late Mabel (Thede) Greve. Richard graduated from New Holstein High School in 1961. He earned his B.S. in instrumental music/speech from the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse in 1967 and an M.S.T. in music in 1972 from UW-Superior and his High School Principal Certification from UW-Milwaukee in 1977. His education talents took him to Highland Public School, Wilmot Union High School, Edgerton Jr. High and Zion-Benton Township High School. He was a member of St. John UCC in New Holstein. Richard directed various church choirs and was a vocal soloist. The majority of his time was spent in New Holstein caring for his mom and dad. He enjoyed walking around New Holstein and in the countryside. Food pantries, the St. Vincent DePaul Society, Salvation Army, the Red Cross, Salvatorian Mission Warehouse, Rawhide Boys Ranch and other charities have benefited from Richard’s generosity. Richard is survived by his father, Gerald Greve of New Holstein and other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mabel; his twin brother, Ronald and his brother, Larry. No newspaper named, 2009
RUDOLPH GREVE Rudolph H. Greve, 82, died at his home in New Holstein at 7:30 this morning after a lingering illness. He was born in the town of Rantoul on April 3, 1877, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Greve. He attended district school in that area and on Jan 25, 1905 was married to the former Minnie Thiel at Kiel. The couple operated a farm in the Town of New Holstein until moving to New Holstein following the deceased’s retirement 10 years ago. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Elmer, of New Holstein and Clarence of Milwaukee; three grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Olga Hass of New Holstein. One daughter preceded him in death in 1925. Funeral services will be at 2 o’clock Wednesday afternoon at the Erbe-Hoffman Funeral Home in New Holstein. The Rev. Charles Koch, pastor of United Church of Christ, will be in charge o f services and burial will be in City Cemetery. Friends may call t the funeral home after 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon until the time of services Wednesday. Sheboygan Press, July 6, 1959
SIMON GREVE Simon Greve of this village died of old age on Saturday, Nov. 11, 1911. He was born April 12, 1820 in Meggerkoog, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, and came to America in 1848. In 1849 he was married to Elsabea Sophia Weber, who preceded him in death five years ago. He 1851 he purchased a farm one mile north of the village, now owned by his son-in-law, Henry Greve. He was one of the early settlers in this part of the country when it was still a wilderness and helped to hew out of the forests what is now known as the garden spot of Wisconsin. The rugged pioneer had to undergo many hardships and privations. But by working hard he soon had a fine farm and about twenty years ago he moved off the place and took up his residence in the village. Five daughters, Sophia and Minnie Greve and Mrs. Dora Herberg of this village. Mrs. Emma Thode of Milwaukee and Mrs. Alvina Daeysen of Thorp, and one brother, Frederick of Kiel survive him. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 14th, at home. Rev. K. Landeberger officiating. Interment took place in the New Holstein cemetery. Calumet County Reporter, November 15, 1911
SOPHIA GREVE Mrs. Sophia Greve, aged 79, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ferdinand Kreimann early Saturday morning. Mrs. Greve had been in ill health for the past three years and suffered a stroke a short time ago. The deceased was born Feb. 17, 1854, in the town of New Holstein, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Simon Greve. On June 18, 1874 she was married to Henry Greve of the town of New Holstein, and the young couple made their home on a farm in the town of Rantoul until 1883 when they moved to the homestead of her parents located north of this city. They moved here in 1913 and Mr. Greve passed away in 1923. Since September, 1929, Mrs. Greve made her home with her daughter. The survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Ferdinand Kreimann and Mrs. Olga Hass of New Holstein; three sons, Robert and Rudolph of the town of New Holstein, and Alfred of Seattle, Wash.; a step-daughter, Mrs. John Dekker of New Holstein, and a stepson, Andrew of Willow Lake, South Dakota; eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild; and a sister, Mrs. Emma Thode of Milwaukee. A daughter Mrs. Herman Wessel, preceded her in death. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Kreimann home at 2 o’clock. The Rev. A George Schmid of the St. John’s Reformed church officiated and interment was in the local cemetery. Tri-County Record, February 15, 1934
VERNA GREVE Miss Verna Greve, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rud. Greve, passed away at the home in the town of New Holstein on Sunday morning, after an illness with tuberculosis. She was born in the town of New Holstein, August 11, 1910. In the fall of 1924 she entered high school, but was unable to finish the first semester on account of an infection of the bowels. She had been confined to her bed more or less since April. She is survived by her parents, grandmother and two brothers, Elmer and Clarence at home. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Reformed church, Rev. A. C. Plappert officiating. Burial was made in the New Holstein cemetery. Tri-County Record, September 10, 1925
WILHELMINA GREVE Mrs. Claus Greve passed away at her home here about three o’clock Tuesday afternoon of last week. Her death was caused by a fall which she received some time ago; she had been ill for five weeks. Mrs. Greve was Minnie Greve, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Simon Greve and was born on March 28, 1856 here in New Holstein. On June 6, 1879 she was united in marriage to her cousin, Claus Greve. They made their home on the farm in this city were they have since resided. Mr. Greve passed away on May 11, 1924. The deceased is survived by four children; Ewald at home, Otto of Stratford, Hubert of Elkhart Lake and Mrs. Arthur Fluhr of this city; and two sisters, Mrs. Emma Thode of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Sophia Greve of this city. Funeral services were held on Friday afternoon at two o’clock at the Reformed church, the Rev. A. G. Schmid officiating with interment in the local cemetery. Tri-County Record, July 21, 1932
WILLARD J. GREVE Willard John Greve, aged 19, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Greve of the town of New Holstein, committed suicide by hanging himself in a shed at his home on Sunday morning. The body was found by his younger brother. Sheriff Delin Jensen was called, but decided that no inquest was necessary. The deceased was born May 10, 1917 in the town of New Holstein. On March 29, 1931 he was confirmed at the St. John Evangelical and Reformed church, and he was a graduate of the 1935 graduating class of the local high school. He was a member of the Heidelberg League of the Reformed church, and also a member of the Kiel Municipal Band. He is survived by his parents, two sisters, Mrs. Jacob Welfer of Chicago and Miss Bernice at home, and two brothers, Kenneth and Donald at home. One brother, Frederick preceded him in death three years ago. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral home and at 2:30 o’clock at the Reformed church, with burial in the local cemetery. Tri-County Record, July 30, 1936
WILLIAM GREVE Death claimed William Greve, 58, on Wednesday of last week, at his home in the town of New Holstein, near Kiel. Deceased had suffered over a year with cancer of the esophagus. A stroke which he received early on Wednesday was the immediate cause of his death. Mr. Greve was born on Feb 27, 1868, in the town of New Holstein, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Greve. In 1891 he was married to Miss Anna Asmus, and continued to make his home on the farm where he was born. He is survived by his wife; four daughters the Misses Elda and Hilda of Chicago and Elsie and Florence at home; three sons, Harry of Greenwood, and Helmuth and Edgar at home; one brother, Andrew Greve of Thorp; one sister, Mrs. Anna Kuehl of New Holstein, three grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Friday at 1:00 p.m. from the home. Rev. A. C. Plappert officiated and interment was made in the New Holstein cemetery. Tri-County Record, July 1, 1926
HELEN GREVERUS Mrs. Helen Greverus died last night at her home at 704 Union Street, after an illness of only a few days. She had been troubled with heart disease for twenty-five years, but the acute attack which resulted fatally came only last Sunday evening. Deceased was nearly 49 years of age, and leaves a son Ernst Greverus, formerly instructor at Ryan High School and now engaged in commercial business on the road, and one daughter, Miss Jenos Greverus, of this city. The remains will be taken Saturday afternoon to New Holstein, the former family home, where the funeral will take place Sunday afternoon. Deceased was born in Sheboygan County, Wis., in 1854, and was married to the late William Greverus in 1874. She had been a resident of Appleton, only one year, coming here with her daughter to join her son Ernst Greverus who for three years was a popular and efficient instructor in Ryan High School. Though her stay here has been so short, Mrs. Greverus’s admirable character had won for her very many friends among the best of Appleton’s people. She was essentially domestic in her tastes and devoted to her children. Her devotion was fully returned, and her home circle so ruthlessly invaded by death, was an ideal one. Very many friends will sincerely sympathize with Mr. and Miss Greverus in their cruel loss. Chilton Times, June 20, 1903 (Note: Maiden name Bredemeyer)
WILLIAM GREVERUS The deepest regret was felt throughout the county on Sunday June 9, when it was announced that William Greverus, one of the most prominent citizens of New Holstein, had passed away. For some time past he had been in poor health and some two months ago he left for Battle Creek, Mich., to take treatment in the sanitarium for Bright’s disease. It soon became apparent to his family and friends that the disease was too deeply rooted for him to receive any benefit from the treatment. So some two weeks ago his son Ernst brought him home. He gradually grew worse and on Sunday morning he passed from this world to the Great Beyond. Mr. Greverus will be greatly missed not only by the people of New Holstein, but by the entire county. For the past thirty years he has been associated with every public enterprise or social event of his town. He was a man of broad, liberal education, fearless in his opinion, and whenever he spoke his words invariably carried conviction to his hearers. No gathering, either social or pertaining to business, was complete without his presence. For a time he was engaged as a teacher in the public schools and also held a position as instructor in the German in the High School of Chilton. He was well educated in music and was a fine performer on the violin. He also understood vocal music thoroughly. He was the leader of the local orchestra and the maennerchor. In 1878 he was elected secretary of the Calumet County Mutual Insurance Company and for twenty–three years has faithfully discharged the duties of his office. He has been instrumental in putting the company in a flourishing condition and through his earnest perseverance and hard work the assets now foot up to over $5,000,000. Some four years ago he organized a state association of mutual fire insurance companies and was elected first secretary of that organization. He was prominent in turner circles and did much toward making the New Holstein Turner organization known outside the bounds of the Badger state. His force of character, his honesty of purpose and efforts to elevate mankind made him a leader in the community in which he resided. His great love for his home and children endeared him to his family and neighbors. William Greverus was born in Oldenburg, Germany, July 31, 1848 and came to America in 1868, one year later coming to New Holstein. A widow, one son—Ernst, a teacher in the Ryan High School at Appleton and one daughter—Miss Jennie, mourn his death. The funeral took place on Tuesday and was largely attended not only by his townsmen but also by many citizens form the adjoining towns. Attorney Chas. Oellrich, of Oshkosh, delivered the funeral oration at the cemetery and paid a glowing tribute to the virtues of the deceased. The Chilton Gesang-Verein, who attended the funeral in a body and the New Holstein Maennerchor sang several selections at the grave. Chilton Times, June 15, 1901
ALFRED J. GRIEM Another little flower, who in youth and beauty was a pretty sight to behold, has been claimed by the winter’s cold blast that leaves disease and destruction in its wake and once again reminds us that every little heart and body needs sunshine and warmth to keep it in full bloom. Death is sad, yet when it comes from a contagious disease that dangers public health and the remains must be cared for in a seemingly barbaric way, then it is doubly hard to bear. Little Alfred Griem, son of Mr. and Mrs. John E. Griem, died Tuesday morning after a few days illness from diphtheria contracted on Christmas day and the remains were interred in the New Holstein cemetery that evening without the customary services. He was six and one half years of age and unusually bright for one so young. The parents and family have the sympathy of the entire community. Calumet County Reporter, January 1, 1915
ANNIE GRIEM Mrs. Fred Griem, 88, a former New Holstein resident, died at a Waupaca nursing home early Saturday morning. She was born in New Holstein Jan. 7, 1870, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Beyerstead. She attended the district schools in the New Holstein area, later married Fred Griem and for many years has lived near Waupaca. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home, New Holstein, with the Rev. Noah Bess of Waupaca, officiating. Burial will be in the New Holstein Cemetery. Surviving are three sons, Harvey of Milwaukee, Rolf of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Lester of Birmingham, Mich.,; a daughter Mrs. N. L. (Lucy Ann) Bess of Waupaca; three grandchildren and a brother, Rudolph, of Milwaukee. Her husband preceded her in death. No newspaper named, 1958
CHARLES H. GRIEM From Sheboygan county death records: Chas. H. Griem (v.8 p.17) Wife Katie Weber April 16, 1853-Oct. 10, 1897 Name of parents left blank Born Town of New Holstein Died from “phthisis pulmonalis –tubercular enteritis, 5 years –died at San Antonio, Texas –you note that above Griem died at San Antonio,Texas being on a trip through that state at the time of his death” Buried at the New Holstein Cemetery (Note: His photo is in the glass negatives) ********* Elkhart Lake—On the 11th of October we received the unexpected news that Mr. C. H. Griem, the well-known and beloved business man in this village, had died on the 10th of October in San Antonio, Texas. Mr. Griem had been troubled for years with an illness of the larynx and as his condition worsened he decided to go south to get relief. On the 21st of September he took leave of his children and friends. His wife accompanied him. His brother from New Holstein accompanied him to his destination and had just left him last week because his condition seemed to be good. The body is expected here on the 13th of October and the funeral will be held in New Holstein. Our sympathy to the survivors. Plymouth Post, October 14, 1897
FRED R. GRIEM Lying unconscious at his home for twelve days, Fred R. Griem, 68, passed away here Tuesday morning at 1:45. Death was due to a fractured skull suffered in a fall from a stepladder at the New Holstein Canning company plant. Cause of his death was not determined until after his death, when a post mortem was held by Dr. E. L. Tharinger, Milwaukee pathologist. Mr. Griem was born here February 2, 1866, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Griem. His oldest sister, Mrs. C. D. Jens, was the first white child born in New Holstein. As a youth he learned the blacksmith trade and conducted a shop here until about five years ago, since when he lived in retirement. His entire life was spent here except for two years that he was employed in Chicago. He was married November 4, 1893 to Miss Annie Beyerstedt of this city. He is survived by his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Noah Bess of Merrill; three sons, Ralph of Pittsburgh, Pa., Lester of Detroit, Mich., and Harvey of West Allis; one sister, Mrs. C. D. Jens of this city, and four brothers, Ernest of Milwaukee, William of Chilton, and John and James of this city. Mr. Griem played an important part in the civic and political growth of this community. He was alderman for four years, a director in the Peoples State Bank, and president of the New Holstein Canning Co. for five years. He was also a member of the New Holstein Association of Commerce. It was planned to hold the funeral services on Friday afternoon, but complete arrangements are pending. Tri-County Record, January 18, 1934
KATHERINE WEBER GRIEM Mrs. Griem Of Hollywood Dies At 73 New Holstein—Relatives in this city have been notified of the death of Mrs. Charles Griem, 73, Friday at Hollywood, California. Mrs. Griem, nee Catherine Weber, was born Oct. 30, 1862, in New Holstein, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Christoph Weber. In April, 1883, she was united in marriage with Charles Griem at a double wedding at which her twin sister, Emma, became the bride of James Griem of New Holstein. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Griem conducted a general merchandise store in this city for several years and then started a similar business in Elkhart Lake. Mr. Griem passed away there some 30 years ago. Later the family moved to Milwaukee where they remained for 10 years and then moved to Denver, Colorado. For the past few years they resided at Los Angeles and Hollywood, Cal. Survivors are three daughters, Misses Meta and Alice of Hollywood and Mrs. Hans Schulta of Baraboo, and a son, Edward in Hollywood; Four brothers, Henry, Ferdinand, Gustav, and Louis Weber of New Holstein, and two grandchildren. Cremation services were held in Hollywood Monday and the ashes will be brought to this city for interment in the family lot at New Holstein City cemetery. The Sheboygan Press, November 27, 1935
MARGARET R. GRIEM Mrs. John Griem, who had been ill for several weeks passed away Thursday morning at her home. The deceased was born in the town of Eaton, Manitowoc County, April 18, 1870, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Detlof Roeh. She was united in marriage to John E. Griem on November 18, 1892 in this city, and have resided here since. Survivors are her husband and five children, namely: Arno at home; Milon at Milwaukee; Walter at Madison; Mrs. Rueter of Wilmington, California, and Miss Lola at home; also seven grandchildren; four sisters, Mrs. Anna Ruck of Milwaukee, Mrs. Emma Baumann of Sheboygan, Mrs. Dora Lechler and Mrs. John Staben of Lincoln, Nebraska. Mrs. Griem was a member of the local Royal Neighbors. Funeral services were held Monday at the Erbe-Hoffman Funeral Home, with the Rev. A. George Schmid officiating. Burial was made in the local city cemetery. Tri-County Record, November 11, 1937
NORMA E. GRIEM Two cars collided at a town road intersection near Ada about 7:20 p.m. Friday and Mrs. Karl Griem, 33, New Holstein, was killed in the crash. She was alone in one of the cars and the other was driven by Elroy Brass, Elkhart Lake. He suffered broken ribs and bruises, cut, and other injuries. Funeral services for Mrs. Griem were held Monday from the St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed Church in New Holstein. She is survived by her husband; a three-year-old son; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Goetsch of Franklin, and two sisters and a brother. No newspaper named, 1950
WILLIAM B. GRIEM A biography of William Barthold Griem written by Richard Griem, a descendant, reprinted with permission. My name is William Barthold Griem, born in Hamburg Germany in 1826. Due to political unrest in Schleswig-Holstein, I decided to sail with a group of families anxious to seek their fortune in America, in the spring of 1848. I was just 21 years old. I was an economist by profession and was eager to find a place in America to practice the theory of farming. We arrived in New York on May 12, 1848, and traveled by river boat to Sheboygan and then by ox-drawn wagon to Calumetville. On May 28th, 1848, I was one of the original 7 men to travel through Marytown, the closest settlement to what is now New Holstein for the purpose of purchasing farm land. The only existing directions of value were signs nailed to trees by government surveyors to indicate locations. Because I was the only one of the 7 to want to live by a stream, I was the last, on that day to select my property. I finally decided on a 160 acre plot by the Jordan River. The total cost was $200.00. J.C. Pfeiffer and I were the only 2 original settlers to decide against a log home, and build a frame structure instead. My home is the only one to still stand in New Holstein, at 1815 Jackson Street. It remained in my family for 112 years and was then sold to Alex Pudlo. I became New Holstein's first assessor, and later became its town clerk, and also secretary-treasurer. Much of the documentation of the town's early progress has been translated into English from my early records. In 1851, I returned to Germany to claim my bride, Fanny Louisa Hinze. On that trip back, I met Joachim Schildhauer who was planning to settle in Brazil. I told him of the opportunities that New Holstein presented and convinced him to come here instead. He purchased 80 acres east of New Holstein that I recommended, which included the well known "pond". Our first child, Adolphina was the 4th child born in New Holstein, January 12, 1852. Together with my wife Fanny, we raised 9 children in our small home. One of my sons, James (point to gravestone), became a prominent citizen in the city, succeeding H.C. Timm as president of the State Bank, and in partnership with A.T. Hipke in the Hickory Grove Stock Farm and New Holstein Pea Cannery. I was happy to farm in New Holstein my entire life. On August 2nd 1899, I passed away at the age of 73. This stone marker was erected at that time. My wife, Fanny, lived until the age of 79, in 1906. Thank you for listening to my story.
JOHANNA GUTHEIL Mrs. J. Gutheil Buried Monday Kiel Relatives, Friends Attend New Holstein Services Funeral services for Mrs. Johanna Gutheil, who passed away at her home in Port Edwards Friday of last week at the age of 75, were held at New Holstein Monday of this week, the Rev. A. George Schmid performing the last rites. Kiel people who attended the services were Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Laun, Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Heins, Miss Minnie Heins, Mrs. Jessie Mathes, Mr. and Mrs. H.J. Ammann, Mrs. Peter Arnold, and Mrs. Edwin Fluhr. The deceased, nee Ree, was born in Fond du Lac May 15, 1855, and when still a child moved to a farm west of New Holstein with her parents. Later, they made their home in Schleswig, where Mr. Ree built what is now the H. Buettner and Son store. She was married to Louis Gutheil of Kiel in July 1874. The couple lived here for a number of years, Mr. Gutheil operating a brewery, on the site of the former Emil Reichart home north of the Brooklyn hall, with his brother Bernhard. Since the death of her husband in 1902 she has made her home at Port Edwards. Mrs. Gutheil was buried beside her husband in the New Holstein cemetery. Until last year his remains had lain in the Rockville cemetery, but they were transferred to New Holstein. An unusually large number of people were in attendance for the services, among them relatives and acquaintances from Milwaukee, Manitowoc, and Fond du Lac, a lady of 82 was present. Surviving her in the immediate family are Mrs. John Veers of New Holstein and Mrs. Frank McGonigle of Port Edwards, sisters, and a brother, Siegfried Ree of Milwaukee. (March 20, 1930 handwritten on the obituary, no newspaper cited) ******** (Note: Her picture is in the glass negative photos)
LOUIS GUTHEIL From Manitowoc county marriage records: Louis Fr. Guthiel and Johanna Ree (v.4 p.84) July 18, 1874 in civil ceremony, Town of Schleswig Louis Fr. Guthiel Son of George and Johanna Guthiel Born Germany –brewer Johanna Ree Daughter of Ferd and Anna Ree One of the witnesses is Bernhard Guthiel, the other I cannot read ********** Louis Gutheil, of the firm of Gutheil and Bro., brewers, Kiel, was born Aug. 31, 1842, in Saxony, Germany. In 1846, he came with his parents to Washington County; the family removed to Kiel in 1856, and about three years later they built this brewery. He enlisted, in 1862, in Co. A. 9th Wis. L; served three years. He then returned to Chicago, where he remained one year. In 1866, he returned to Kiel, and has been engaged in this business. He was married, in 1874, to Johanna Ree, of New Holstein. ********* In 1858 Bernard and Louis Gutheil started the Gutheil Brewery just east of Kiel at present address 23030 HWY 57. I believe Louis is buried at Port Edwards, Wisconsin. ********* (Note: His picture is in the glass negative photos)