ERWIN W. EGGERT Erwin W. Eggert, age 87, of Two Rivers, died early Saturday morning, May 24, 1997, at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 27, 1997, at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate at the service with entombment to follow at Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. He was born January 14, 1910, in the town of Gibson, son of the late Rudolph and Augusta Goertz Eggert. He attended schools in the town of Gibson. On November 6, 1934, he married Florence Sincoular in the town of Gibson. Erwin farmed in the town of Two Rivers for many years. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by one brother, Paul. Friends may call at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, after 9 a.m. Tuesday until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation. Memorials may be made to St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church. Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, May 25, 1997
NORBERT H. EHLENBECK Norbert H. Ehlenbeck, age 79, died Monday April 15, 2002 at the Calumet Medical Center in Chilton. He was born September 6, 1922 son of the late Emil & Mary Richart Ehlenbeck. He attended St. Anna School. On June 21, 1944 he married Laynilda "Nellie" Schmitz in Marytown. Norbert worked for the former Leverenz Shoe Factory and later at the Arps Corporation (a division of Chromaloy) where he was a foreman and later a Superintendent. He retired in 1980. He was a former member of the St. Anna Fire Department and later retired from the New Holstein Volunteer Fire Department. Norbert was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in New Holstein, the Catholic Knights, Outdoors Sportsman Club and the Brothertown Fishing Club. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Funeral Mass will be held at 7:00 P.M. Thursday, April 18, 2002 at Holy Rosary Catholic church in New Holstein. The Rev. Frank Weber, Pastor, will officiate. Friends may call at the Sippel Funeral Home in New Holstein on Thursday from 4-6:30 P.M. when brief family rites will be held. Entombment will be in the Knollwood Mausoleum in the Town of Kossuth in Manitowoc County. Sippel Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. The Sheboygan Press, April 16, 2002
HAROLD ELFNER Harold G. "Red" Elfner, age 85, of 1010 Koeppel Lane, Manitowoc, died on Sunday morning, Feb. 3, 2008, at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers. Red was born on Sept. 16, 1922, in Lena, Wis., son of the late Raymond and Lillian (Nequette) Elfner. He graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1940. On April 2, 1965, Red married Carol Blank in Galena, Ill. He was employed with Paragon Manufacturing Company for 42 years as a shipping supervisor. Red enjoyed playing softball and bowling, and he liked to watch football. He was inducted into the Kenny's Softball Hall of Fame in Manitowoc. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) He was also preceded in death by one infant son; one son: Marc; two brothers: Russell and Raymond Elfner; and two sisters: Marguerite "Maggie" Cherney and Carol Markham. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008, at Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, Highway 310, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Barbara F. Ristow, with entombment to follow at Knollwood Mausoleum. The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, February 7, 2008, at Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Red's name. The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and Intensive Care Unit at Aurora Hospital, Dr. C. Thayer, Aurora Hospice and the staff at Hamilton Home for their care and compassion shown toward Red and his family. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 5, 2008
ALMA ELLIOTT Alma Sophia Elliott, age 93, formerly of 949 Laduren Drive, Mishicot, a resident of Rivers Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center in Manitowoc, entered into eternal life on Friday, Feb. 15, 2008, at the center. Alma was born Sept. 9, 1914, in Odanah, to the late Ben and Edna Sigfried Anderson. She married Oscar Elliott on Dec. 12, 1936, at Evangelical Lutheran Church in Crandon. He preceded her in death on Jan. 2, 2008. Alma worked for many years for the Paragon Electric Co. in Two Rivers. She was a member of St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mishicot, where she was a member of the Ladies Bible Hour. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) In addition to her parents and her husband, she also was preceded in death by one sister, Evelyn Hansen, and one brother, Rudolph Anderson. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008, at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. Robert Johannes officiating, with entombment to follow in the Knollwood Mausoleum, Highway 310 in Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call after 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at the church until the time of service at 2:30 p.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation. A memorial fund has been established in her name for the St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church Handicap Accessibility Fund. The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Elliott family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 18, 2008
OSCAR ELLIOTT Oscar Elliott, age 93, formerly of 949 Laduron Drive, Mishicot, a resident of River's Bend in Manitowoc, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2008, at the Aurora Medical Center of Two Rivers. Oscar was born on April 4, 1914, in Bryant, to the late Samuel and Margaret (Manning) Elliott. He married the former Alma Anderson on Dec. 12, 1936, at Evangelical Lutheran Church in Crandon. He worked for many years for the Eggers Manufacturing Company. Oscar was a member of St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mishicot. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserves. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by three brothers: Carl, Kennell and Arvel Elliott; three sisters: Alta Koglin; Golda Smith; and Flora Dessain. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008, at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. Robert Johannes officating. Entombment will take place in the Knollwood Mausoleum, Highway 310, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008, at the church until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation. A memorial fund has been established in his name. The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Elliott family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 3, 2008
GLADYS ENGELS Funeral services for Mrs. Gladys M. Engels, 62, of 1569 S. 35th St., Manitowoc, who died Friday, September 18, 1987, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc, will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arno Wolfgramm will officiate and entombment will be in Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, Town of Kossuth. Friends may call at Harrigan-Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. this Monday and Tuesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church from 9 a.m. until the time of services. Memorials would be appreciated to the American Cancer Society. Herald Times-Reporter, Mon., 21 Sept. 1987, page 14
ARMIN F. EWALD
Armin F. Ewald, age 84, of Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, January 6, 2001, at his residence. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m on Tuesday, January 9, 2001, at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, Newtonburg. The Rev. Victor Headrick and Rev. Herbert Kruschel will officiate, entombment will follow at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. Armin was born January 16, 1916, in the township of Manitowoc Rapids, Manitowoc County, son of the late Adolph and Elizabeth Schramm Ewald. He grew up and was educated in the township of Manitowoc Rapids. Armin was married to Lorraine M. Matthias, June 13, 1942, at Trinity Lutheran Church, township of Liberty. Armin was a dairy farmer in the township of Manitowoc Rapids all of his life retiring in 1976, and in semi retirement he worked for the Lakeshore Technical College, as a Agricultural Technical instructor until 1981. He was a life long member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, Newtonburg, a member of the church choir for many years, he was a life time member of the Manitowoc Farm Bureau, a former director of the Lakeshore Farm Management Association, and a Charter member of the Lake to Lake Dairy Cooperative. Armin enjoyed reading, gardening, bowling, playing cards and traveling. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers-in-law, Lester Schultz,Bob Lorfeld, Arland Matthias and a sister-in-law, Irene Matthias. Relatives and friends may call at St. Johns Ev. Lutheran Church, 7531 English Lake Rd., Manitowoc, from 4-8 p.m. on Monday, and Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Memorials would be appreciated for St. Johns Ev. Lutheran Church or Holy Family Memorial Hospice Program. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporters, January 7, 2001
DAVID FAKEN Funeral services for David W. Faken, age 60, of 3805 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, who was called to heaven on Dec. 14, 2007, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers, will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 1007, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dan Felton with entombment to follow at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 until 8 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 17, 2007, where a prayer service will conclude the visitation. Visitation will continue at church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2007. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 17, 2007
AGNES FECTEAU
Agnes Fecteau, age 84, of Two Rivers, died Wednesday afternoon, May 3, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 6, 1995, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate with entombment at Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum. She was born January 20, 1911, in Red Lake Falls, Minn., daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Zins Johanneck. She attended schools in Red Lake Falls, Minn. She married Elmer Fecteau June 8, 1934, in Two Rivers. She was employed with Hamilton Manufacturing Company, Boehringer Oil and Fuel Company and Two Rivers Savings Bank as a teller. She was very active in the Ladies of Holy Redeemer and the St. Vincent DePaul Society. (Survivors omitted for privacy) She was preceded in death by three brothes and one sister. Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 5-8 p.m. Friday. A prayer service will be held at 7:15 Friday. In lieu of flowers memorials of the donor’s choice would be appreciated.
ADELINE K. FLEMAL
Adeline K. Flemal, age 86, a resident of Harmony of Two Rivers, died Friday, July 23, 2004 at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 26, 2004 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Parish, Holy Redeemer Site, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William G. O’Brien, with entombment to follow in Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, Hwy. 310 Manitowoc. Adeline was born Sept. 13, 1917 in the town of Gibson, a daughter of the late Charles and Emma (Sladky) Spevacek. She attended schools in Mishicot, graduating with the class of 1935 from Mishicot High School. On July 3, 1938, she married Alex Flemal at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Tisch Mills. He preceded her in death Dec. 22, 1998. Together, the couple owned and operated Flemal’s Footwear and Tots-to-Teens in Two Rivers for 27 years until their retirement. Adeline was a longtime member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, a very active member of the Two Rivers Senior Center and volunteer for the Meals-on-Wheels program. (Survivors omitted for privacy) In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother: Raymond Spevacek; a sister: Genevieve Safranek; and a brother-in-law: George Kumbalek. Friends may call at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Parish, Holy Redeemer Site, Two Rivers after 9 a.m. on Monday until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. There will be no Sunday evening visitation. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers is assisting the Flemal family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, July 24, 2004
ALEX (AL) FLEMAL
Alex (Al) Flemal, age 87, of Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Tuesday morning Dec. 22, 1998, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 24, 1998, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. William G. O’Brien. Entombment to follow at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth He was born March 23, 1911, in the town of Brussels, Door County, son of the late Alexander and Josephine Dedecker Flemal He attended Door County Schools, graduating from Sturgeon Bay High school with the class of 1929. On July 2, 1938, he married Adeline Spevachek at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Tisch Mills. Alex was employed for a short time at Eggers Industries and also Paragon Electric Co. before operating a grocery store on 3lst Street, in Two Rivers. The couple then owned and operated Flemal Footwear in Two Rivers for 27 years until retirement. Al was also a police officer for the city of Two Rivers for a number of years. Mr. Flemal served as past president of the Two Rivers Police and Fire Commission, the Chamber of Commerce, Meals On Wheels Program and the Two Rivers Silver K Kiwanis Club. He was an active member at the Two Rivers Senior Center where he enjoyed singing with the Senior Center Chorus. He was the former head of Music Under the stars Program, active with the Boy Scout Troops and a long-time member of the Manitowoc County Commission on Aging and the Two Rivers Committee on Aging. Al also volunteered, many hours at the Point beach State Forest Park. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church after 9 a.m. on Thursday until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, December 23, 1998
PAUL E. FRENZ Paul E. Frenz, age 61, of Two Rivers, died Saturday morning, February 15, 1997, at V.A. Medical Center, Wood, Wis. Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 18, 1997, at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Edward Stelter and entombment will follow at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. Paul was born November 4, 1935, in Two Rivers, son of the late Arthur and Esther Stueck Frenz. He served with the United States Coast Guard from 1953 until 1957. On November 29, 1958, he married the former Diane Parkos in Two Rivers. Mr. Frenz was a member of the D.A.V. and the Two Rivers VFW. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by five brothers-in-law, Lester Anchutz, Irvin Gillis, Donald Thomas, Francis Parkos, Stanley Parkos, and one sister-in-law, Audrey Frenz. Friends may call at St. John’s Lutheran Church from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday. The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, no date
MARIE A. (JOST) FUNK Herald Times Reporter, January 31, 2001 Marie A. Funk, age 85, of 2816 E. Hillcrest Rd., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning, January 30, 2001, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, February 2, 2001, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. William G. O'Brien with entombment at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. She was born June 13, 1915, in Cleveland, Wis., daughter of the late Paul and Anna Remick Jost. On April 19, 1936, she married Raymond Funk in Cleveland. He preceded her in death on March 20, 1989. Together the couple operated a farm in the town of Two Rivers for many years. Marie also worked for the Carron Net Company for many years and retired from the Metal Ware Corp. Marie enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening and playing cards especially Sheepshead. She especially cherished her grandchildren, great grandkids and enjoyed family gatherings. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by one son-in-law, Kenneth Krejcarek; one great granddaughter, Kiara Nicole Haese; one sister, Lorraine Funk; two brothers, Clarence and Frederick Jost. Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church after 9 a.m. Friday until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. There will be no Thursday evening visitation. The Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
RAYMOND FUNK Sent in by a family researcher, see contributors page. Herald Times Reporter, March 20, 1989 Raymond Funk, 81, Two Rivers, died early Monday morning, March 20, 1989, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Holy redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and entombment will in Knollwood Mausoleum, Town of Kossuth. Mr. Funk was born March 9, 1908, at Two Rivers, son of the late Henry and Anna Huss Funk. He attended Oakland School, St. Luke Parochial School and Washington High school. He married Marie A. Jost on April 18, 1936, at Cleveland, Wisconsin. The couple operated a farm all their lives. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by a sister, Marcella Samz. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday where a memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
GLADYS C. GADICKE Gladys C. Gadicke, age 86, of 3414 Division St., died early Sunday morning at her residence with her loving daughter at her side. Gladys was born on Feb. 18, 1919 in Oconto, daughter of the late John and Mary Cussie Kasbaum. On April 22, 1944 she married Harvey O. Gadicke in Brillion. He preceded her in death on April 25, 1983. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Gladys was also preceded in death by one brother; Earl Kasbaum, one sister and brother-in-law; Evelyn and Albert Bake. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 15, 2005 at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Alan Boeldt with entombment to follow at Knollwood Mausoleum, State Highway 310 Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends from 5 until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14, 2005 at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc and Wednesday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Herald Times Reporter - June 13, 2005
DONALD H. GATES (sent in by researcher/see contributors page) Donald H. Gates, age 70, of 1822 28th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday, May 28, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, May 31, 1997, at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, and 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with entombment to follow at Knollwood Mausoleum. He was born September 11, 1926, at Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph and Philomene Grenier Gates. He was a veteran of the United States Army infantry serving in the Pacific Theatre during World War II. He was employed with the Carron Net Company for 45 years retiring in 1987 as plant superintendent. Donald was a very active and dedicated member of the Two Rivers Historical Society and an avid golfer and bowler. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by one brother, Earl; one sister, Delores; and infant son. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 5-8 p.m. Friday. A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. led by Father Schumacher. Don was a loving father and grandfather, and a special per- son who touched the lives of all who knew him. Memorials would be appreciated to Holy Redeemer Catholic Church or the Two Rivers Historical Society. Herald Times Reporter May 29, 1997
JUNE G. GAUTHIER June G. Gauthier, age 84, of Two Rivers, died Tuesday, April 12, 2005 at her residence. June was born Jan. 1, 1921 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Arthur P. and Florence (Schultz) Marineau. She attended Two Rivers public schools and graduated from Washington High School with the class of 1939. On Nov. 20, 1941, June married Robert 0. Gauthier in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on June 8, 1985. June was employed at Hamilton Manufacturing Company for 24 years until her retirement. She was a member of the Two Rivers Historical Society, Two Rivers Homemakers and associate member of the Visually Handicapped Support Group, Veterans Auxiliary and the Two Rivers Senior Center. June was also the coordinator of volunteers in the surgical family waiting room at Two Rivers and Aurora Hospitals and enjoyed knitting caps for the newborn babies there. (Survivors omitted for privacy) June was preceded in death by her stepmother: Augusta (Stuerwaldt) Marineau; her mother-in-law and father-in-law: Olga and Oscar Gauthier; one sister and brother-in-law: Faith and Charles Koch; one brother-in-law: Leonard Gauthier; and one niece: Cindy Gauthier. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 16, 2005 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William O’Brien. Burial will take place following Mass at Knollwood Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at church from 9 a.m. until the time of service. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to June's family and friends at River House Apartments who have been so supportive during her brief illness. Your kindness and compassion will never be forgotten. Herald Times Reporter, April 14, 2005
LESLIE C. GAUTHIER Leslie C. Gauthier, age 78, of Two Rivers, died early Tuesday morning Oct. 2, 2001 at the Aurora Medical Center Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 5, 20Ol at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Edward Stelter, with entombment to follow in Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. Military graveside rites will be accorded by the American Legion & V.F.W. Posts. Les was born May 7, 1923 in Two Rivers, son of the late David “Kelly” and Wanda Petrashek Gauthier. He attended public grade school and Vocational School in Two Rivers. On Dec. 29, 1942 he entered the U.S. Army, serving during WWII. He was a member of the 252 nd Battalion Hdqts. Co., serving in Europe during the Battle of the Bulge. Les worked as a field lineman and received numerous metals(sic). He was honorably discharged from service on Feb. 9, 1946. On July 1, 1972 he was married to Harriet Mandel in Two Rivers. Les was employed for a number of years at the Metal Ware Corp. in Two Rivers, and later with Hamilton Mfg. Co., retiring in 1988. Mr. Gauthier served on the church council of Our Savior Lutheran Church for many years; he also volunteered many hours at the church. Les played a number of instruments, playing publicly for many years with the “Melody Makers”. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed woodworking and was a member of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Manitowoc County Fish & Game Assoc. (Survivors omitted for privacy) In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers Harvey and Russel Gauthier. Relatives and friends may call at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Two Rivers after 11 a.m. on Friday until the time of service at 1 p.m. There will be no visitation this evening. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers is assisting the Gauthier family with funeral arrangements. The Gauthier family extends a heartfelt Thank You to Dr. Loomans, and the entire staff of the I.C. U of Aurora Medical Center for the loving care and kindness given to Les. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 4, 2001
GERALD E. GEIMER (sent in by researcher/see contributors page) Herald Times Reporter, Two Rivers, WI., March 10,2000 Gerald E. Geimer, age 68, of Two Rivers, joined his Lord in his Heavenly home, Wednesday, March 8, 2000, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 11, 2000, at the Faith Ev. Free Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Rick Hines and Rev. Ray Caldwell will officiate, with entombment at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. He was born February 13, 1932, in Two Rivers, son of the late Urban L. and Gertrude Forst Geimer. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and Washington High School. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. On July 14, 1972, he married Mary Marx. He is retired from Kelvinator Products, where he was employed as a machinist. His memberships include the Men's Garden Club, Two Rivers French Canadian Club and he was actively involved in church building projects following his retirement. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by a grandson, Mike and a sister, Genevieve Theide. The family will greet relatives and friends from 12 Noon until the time of services at 2 p.m. at Faith Ev. Free Church, Manitowoc. Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
ARNOLD GEISER Arnold Geiser, 92, of Hayton, passed away at Calumet Medical Center in Chilton. He was born fifth of 12 children, in the Town of Charlestown, son of the late Martin & Magdalena (Gruber) Geiser. He married Madeline Mueller on June 9, 1942, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sherwood. Arnold farmed his entire life in the Town of Charlestown and also worked for Christel and Ninmer in New Holstein where he undertook many tasks, but was especially proud that he worked on Oliver tractors. He could crack hickory nuts with the best of them, always enjoyed playing a game of skat, and was still a sharp sheepshead player. Arnold especially enjoyed visits from his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and he always made sure they received their ice cream bar. He is a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church, and had been a lifelong member of St. Martin's Parish in Charlestown. He was also a member of the Holy Name Society, St. Martin's dartball team, and a longtime member of Catholic Knights Branch 194 in Charlestown. He was one of eight siblings who all at the same time received the 75-year member recognition from the Catholic Knights. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his wife, Madeline in 1987; grandson, Clark Gabelt in 1999; son-in-law, Gary Gabelt in 2004; brothers, sisters and in-laws, Norbert Geiser, Arthur (Bertha) Geiser, Alvin (Marie) Geiser, Gerald (Shirley) Geiser, Viola Kees, Leona (Martin) Schneider, Marcella Geiser, Reuben Keuler, Emery "Hank" (Marge) Krause, Gertrude (Bill) Fahrbach, Margaret (Jake) Kuepper, Bernard (Ruth) Mueller, Louis (Angeline) Mueller, Peter (Rita) Mueller, Peter (Erma) Koehler, Mary Ann (Philip) Nash, Genevieve Mueller and Frederick Mueller. Funeral service were held at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, in Chilton with the Rev. Bob Kollath officiating and the Rev. Al Geiser concelebrating. Entombment will be in the Knollwood Mausoleum. A parish vigil service was held at the funeral home. The family extends a special thank you to Dr. (private) and his staff, the staff at the Chilton Care Center and the Calumet Medical Center for their kindness and compassion shown to Arnold. Thank you also to the staff and community of Good Shepherd Parish, to family, friends and neighbors for visits, support and prayers. ******* Arnold J. Geiser, age 92, of Hayton, died on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at Calumet Medical Center in Chilton. He was born 5th of 12 children on April 6, 1917 in the Town of Charlestown, son of the late Martin and Magdalena (Gruber) Geiser. He married Madeline Mueller on June 9, 1942 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sherwood. Arnold farmed his entire life in the Town of Charlestown and also worked for Christel and Ninmer in New Holstein where he undertook many tasks, but was especially proud that he worked on Oliver tractors. He could crack hickory nuts with the best of them, always enjoyed playing a game of Skat, and was still a sharp Sheepshead player. Arnold especially enjoyed visits from his grandchildren and great grandchildren, and he always made sure they received their ice cream bar. He is a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church, and had been a life long member of St. Martin's Parish in Charlestown. He was also a member of the Holy Name Society, St. Martin's Dartball team, and a longtime member of Catholic Knights Branch 194 in Charlestown. He was one of 8 siblings who all at the same time received the 75 year member recognition from the Catholic Knights. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his wife, Madeline in 1987; grandson Clark Gabelt in 1999; son-in-law Gary Gabelt in 2004; brothers, sisters and in-laws: Norbert Geiser, Arthur (Bertha) Geiser, Alvin (Marie) Geiser, Gerald (Shirley) Geiser, Viola Kees, Leona (Martin) Schneider, Marcella Geiser, Reuben Keuler, Emery "Hank" (Marge) Krause, Gertrude (Bill) Fahrbach, Margaret (Jake) Kuepper, Bernard (Ruth) Mueller, Louis (Angeline) Mueller, Peter (Rita) Mueller, Peter (Erma) Koehler, Mary Ann (Philip) Nash, Genevieve Mueller, & Frederick Mueller. Funeral service will be at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 27, 2009 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church (54 E. Main St.) in Chilton with the Rev. Bob Kollath officiating and Rev. Al Geiser concelebrating. Entombment will be in the Knollwood Mausoleum. Friends may call at the Wieting Family Funeral Home (411 W. Main St.) in Chilton from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2009 and on Monday at the church from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM when the service will be held. A parish vigil service will be held Sunday afternoon at the funeral home at 4:30 PM. A memorial fund has been established in the name of Arnold Geiser. The family extends a special thank you to Dr. (private) and his staff, the staff at the Chilton Care Center and the Calumet Medical Center for their kindness and compassion shown to Arnold. Thank you also to the staff and community of Good Shepherd Parish, to family, friends, and neighbors for visits, support and prayers. From Wieting funeral home, Chilton, Wi.
CELESTINE A. "SALLY" GEISER Celestine A. "Sally" Geiser, age 86, of the Calumet Homestead Rehabilitation Center, New Holstein, died on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2002 at the center. She was born on March 12, 1916 in New Holstein, a daughter of the late Frank and Mathilda (Schwarz) Wagner. Sally married Gregory C. Geiser on April 28, 1937 at St. Gregory Catholic Church in St. Nazianz. He preceded her in death on Feb. 25, 1987. The couple had farmed in the Town of Chilton until their retirement. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Chilton, the Christian Mothers, and the Daughters of Isabella. (Survivors omitted for privacy) She was also preceded in death by a son, Michael Geiser, a son-in-law, Robert Gary; two grandchildren, Julie Geiser and John Kilgas; and two brothers, Alex & Alfred Wagner. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2002 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Chilton, with the Rev. Allen Geiser officiating. Entombment will follow in the Knollwood Mausoleum in Manitowoc. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, 411 W. Main St., Chilton from 4 to 8 p.m.,on Tuesday and again on Wednesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of services. A parish prayer service will be held Tuesday evening at the funeral home. The Sheboygan Press, August 27, 2002
RUTH “RUTHIE” GLANDT Ruth “Ruthie” Glandt, age 75, of Two Rivers, died peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, early Sunday afternoon, March 22, 1998, at Two Rivers Community Hospital Two Rivers. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 25, 1998, at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, and 10 am, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Larry Seidi with entombment to follow at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. Ruthie was born February 2, 1923, daughter of the late William and Tressie Gauthier Henfer. She grew up in Two Rivers, Manitowoc County, attending St. Luke Grade School, and was a graduate of the Two Rivers High School with the class of 1941. She was married to Frederic P. “Fritz” Glandt on May 10, 1943, in Two Rivers. Ruthie was a lifetime member of St. Luke Catholic Church. She was also a member of the Ladies of St. Luke, the American Legion Auxiliaxy Robert E. Burns Post, V.F.W. Auxiliary Post #1248, the Rogers Street Fishing Village, Two Rivers Historical Society, the Washington House Museum, all of Two Rivers, the American Canadian Genealogical Society and the Boy Scouts of America. Ruthie was the first Snow Queen in the City of Two Rivers in 1937. Her favorite full time interest was the history of Two Rivers and the tracing of her family genealogy, the Gauthier-LaFond families, for which she created over 60 volumes that date back to the 1500’s. She loved Point Beach State Forest and the Neshotah Park and Beach areas. Ruthie spent countless hours introducing her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews to the beauty of the Lakeshore. Ruthie worked for the Two Rivers Doctors Clinic Ltd. for many years. She was a truly loyal and caring friend who was always available to lend a smile, an understanding ear, and assistance to family and friends. Freely giving of herself was Ruth’s hallmark. Her endless generousity, compassion and beautiful smile will be deeply missed. (Survivors omitted for privacy) She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Tressie (Gauthier) Henfer; and her husband, Fritz Glandt on December 13, 1987. Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home on Tuesday evening from 4-8 p.m., where a prayer service will be held at 6:30 p.m. led by Deacon Ken Coenen. A memorial has been established for Ruth's Genealogical Collection for the purpose of making it available to the public. Herald Times Reporter, March 23, 1998
LUCILLE R. GOSZ Lucille R. Gosz, age 90, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, died peacefully on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2002 at Shady Lane. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Theodore Hendricks at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek, Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2002 at 11 a.m. Entombment will be in Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth, Wisconsin. Lucille was born April 14, 1911 in the town of Kossuth, Manitowoc County. Her parents were the late Peter and Sophie Mailand Kleman, She married Goerge J. Gosz, April 30, 1930 at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. Mr. Gosz preceded her in death Oct. 26, 1984. Mrs. Gosz, along with her late husband Goerge, owned and operated the Gosz bar from the time of their marriage until George's death in 1984. Lucille continued to operate the bar by herself until July 1992. She was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. She had many interests, but two of her favorites were playing cards and cooking. (Survivors omitted for privacy) She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband George, a brother, Robert Kleman, a sister, Theresa Nelson, four brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law, Reinhart and Elaine Kubsch, Romy and Antoinette Gosz, Frank Gosz, Michael Gosz and Grace Gosz. Herald Times Reporter no date
O. SHERMAN GRAINGER O. Sherman "Sherm" Grainger, age 95, died on Saturday morning, Feb. 9, 2008, at St. Mary's Home in Manitowoc. Sherm was born on Aug. 12, 1912, in Manitowoc, son of the late Otis and Lillian (Kurth) Grainger. He attended Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, graduating with the class of 1930. On Sept. 5, 1936, Sherm married the former Sophia Stanul. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve Auxiliary during War World II, from June of 1943 until September of 1945. Sherm was employed as a manager at Kelvinator and later with Manitowoc Equipment Works until his retirement at the age of 64. He was also a member of the Elk's Club in Manitowoc for more than 50 years. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Sherm was preceded in death by one brother: Kurth Grainger; one sister and brother-in-law: Betty and Carter L. Davidson; and two sisters-in-law: Helen Young and Hattie Strother. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008, at The St. Mary's Home Chapel, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Gerald Foley. Entombment for immediate family only at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth, after the luncheon. The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Mary's Nursing Home, Attn: Mark McLaughlin, 2005 Division St., Manitowoc, appreciated in Sherman's name. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff of all departments at St. Mary's Home for their care, support, and friendship given to Sherm during his stay. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 12, 2008
WALTER W. GRAPENTINE SR. Walter W. Grapentine Sr., age 87, died Saturday evening, Sept. 23, 2006, at the Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County. Private family funeral services were held on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2006, at the Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, Highway 310, Manitowoc Entombment in the Knollwood Mausoleum followed the service. Walter was born March 19, 1919, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Fred and Alvina Willert Grapentine. He grew up in Manitowoc and was a 1937 graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. On Sept. 23, 1919, Walter was married to the former Sadie W. Ploeckelman in Manitowoc. Walter worked for the Mirro Company, retiring in 1983. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking and coin collecting. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by three brothers: Charles, William and Fred; three sisters: Adela, Harriet and Ida. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is serving the Grapentine family. Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 28, 2006
HILARY GRETZ Hilary Gretz, age 59, of Two Rivers, died on Saturday morning Oct. 26, 2002 at the V. A. Medical Center, Milwaukee. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday Oct. 29, 2002 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. William Kilps and the Rev. Kenneth Dowdy, with entombment to follow at Knollwood Mausoleum, Manitowoc where Military rites will be accorded by V.F.W. and American Legion of Two Rivers. Hilary was born on June 18, 1943, the son of the late Joseph and Elsie Klein Gretz. He graduated from Mishicot High School, class of 1961. Hilary served in the United States Army from 1961 until 1969 with a tour in Vietnam. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans. Hilary married the former Judith Hanes on September 9, 1961, in Two Rivers. In 1973 Hilary started an Auto Body shop in Two Rivers and in 1981 the business moved to the homestead on Hwy Q and was known as “Gretz Auto Sales and Service’, retiring in 1993. Hilary was a skilled custom auto painter, a Ford lover, and a Harley Davidson owner. He loved wood working, playing cards, especially Sheephead, camping up north, hunting and fishing. Hilary was a member of the National Rifle Association. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Hilary was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Claude Hanes, two brothers Herbert and Floyd, one sister-in-law Rosella Gretz Raether. The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Monday (Tonight) Oct. 28, 2002 at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. Visitation will continue from 9 a.m. until the time of Service at 10 a.m. on Tuesday Oct. 29, 2002 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 28, 2002
ELMER H. GRIES Funeral Services for Elmer H. Gries, age 81, of 2222 Lexington Drive, Manitowoc, who died peacefully at home Wednesday morning, Auguat 16, 1995, will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, August 19, 1995, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Concelebrating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Foley, Msgr. Alfred A. Schneider, and Rev. Lee Kahrs with entombment to follow at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. Friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church from 9 a.m to Saturday until the time of service at 11:30 a.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in his name. The Pfeffer Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. (Newspaper not named, no date)
HOWARD HALDERSON Howard R. Halderson, age 86, of 3400 Yorkshire Lane, Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon Dec. 14, 2007, surrounded by his family. Howard was born on Nov. 18, 1921, in Valders, son of the late Albert and Alvina (Hanson) Halderson. He was a graduate of Valders High School with the class of 1940. Howard served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II in the battles of Midway, Saipan, and Tinian. He also served with the occupational forces in Nagasaki, Japan. On Aug. 12, 1942, he married the former Shirley Espen in Valders. Howard worked for Wisconsin Public Service Corporation for 38 years, starting as a lineman and retiring as Electric Supervisor in the Two Rivers office. He was a member of the Men's Brotherhood and past council member of First Reformed United Church of Christ, and the Pigeon Lake Association. Howard enjoyed traveling, woodworking, helping friends and family, spending his summers at Pigeon Lake and his winters camping in Florida. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Howard was preceded in death by four brothers: Morton, Oscar, Alfred and Arthur Halderson; four sisters: Sophie Skattebo, Loraine Krueger, Olga Hoyer, Georgiana Deckert; and stepfather: Burr Waltz. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2007, at First Reformed United Church of Christ. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Richard Runge with entombment to follow at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth, where graveside military rites will be accorded by the VFW Otto OAS Post No. 659. The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2007, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The visitation will continue from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2007, at the church. The family wishes to send a special thank you to Dr. Lynn Baatz, Richard Milewicz RPA-C, Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, the Cancer Care Center and to Holy Family Hospice for the compassion and care given to Howard and his family. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 17, 2007
LORETTA HARDIE Loretta A. Hardie, age 64, of 909 Huron St., Manitowoc, formerly of Reedsville, passed away on Friday, Oct. 15, 2004 at her home following a short illness. She was born March 19, 1940 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and Cecilia (Korbal) Nagle. On May 28, 1957, she married A.J. "Bud" Hardie in Key West, Fla. Loretta is survived by her husband; three sons (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was preceded in death by a daughter, Melody Ann, and two sisters. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004 at Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Burial will follow at Knollwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the Knollwood Mausoleum Chapel, Manitowoc, Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville assisted the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. Oct. 18, 2004
GLENN E. HAUPT Glenn E. Haupt, age 68, of Manitowoc, died Wednesday afternoon, February 21, 2001, at the family residence surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 24, 2001, at First German Ev. Lutheran Church. Rev. Joel Otto will officiate with entombment at Knollwood Mausoleum, Town of Kossuth. Military Rites will be accorded by the American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88. Glenn was born April 6, 1932, in the Town of Newton, Manitowoc County, son of the late Myron and Hertha Glaeser Haupt. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1950. Glenn served with the United States Navy from 1951 to 1955 on the naval ship the U.S.S. Maloy overseas during the Korean War. After the war he returned to Manitowoc where he served as an apprentice tool and dye maker at Mirro Aluminum. He then became employed with Paragon Electric for 20 years and then with Jagemann Stamping where he retired in 1994 holding the position as supervisor of the tool and dye department He married Ruby E. Freis on March 20, 1952, at St. John and St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church, Cleveland, Wis. She preceded Glenn in death on May 14, 1984. He later married Ione Erickson on September 27, 1986 at First German Ev. Lutheran Church. Glenn was a member of First German Ev. Lutheran Church where he had served as the church Treasurer, elder and also deacon of the church. Glenn also sang with the church's male choir and the mixed choir. Glenn was also involved with the stewardship program of the church. Other memberships include the American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88 and the Newton Fire Department where he was volunteer for 25 years and served as an officer of the department. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his first wife, Ruby nee Freis on May 14, 1984; one grandson, Ramsey Haupt; three sisters and one brother. Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Friday (TONIGHT) and then on Saturday at First German Ev. Lutheran Church from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorials would be appreciated to First German Ev. Lutheran Church or School, Manitowoc Lutheran High School or the American Cancer Society. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, February 23, 2001
LORETTA A. HAVLICHEK Loretta A. Havlichek, age 92, a resident of Harmony of Two Rivers, died Friday evening September 1, 2000, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 5, 2000, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. William G. O’Brien, with entombment to follow at Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. She was born June 21, 1908, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Frank and Emily LaFond Lonzo. She attended St. Luke Parochial School. On May 7, 1927, she married Charles Havlichek in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death January 18, 1976. Loretta was a member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer, the V.F.W. Auxiliary, the Royal Neighbors and a former member of the Two Rivers Senior Citizens. She enjoyed traveling, gardening, cooking, knitting and doing craft work. She also enjoyed singing in the choir of Holy Redeemer Church. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Brian Havlichek; two sisters, Marie Mueller and Lucy Lonzo; two infant sisters and five brothers, Urban, Lester, Wallace, Arthur and Francis Lonzo. Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church after 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, until the time of mass at 11 a.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels is assisting the Havlichek family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, September 3, 2000
DONALD J. HEDMAN Donald J. Hedman, age 70, of Manitowoc, died Sunday, March 2003 at the Hamilton Home of Two Rivers. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, 2003 at the Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 1122 S. Eighth St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Steven Miles will officiate with inurnment of his cremated remains at Knollwood Memorial Park. Donald was born June 8, 1932 at Rice Lake, son of the late Andrew and Maude Richardson Hedman. He grew up and was educated at Rice Lake joining the U.S. Army following high school. Donald moved to Two Rivers in 1953 and moved to rural Manitowoc in 1979. He worked for the Manitowoc Company until his retirement in 1996. On June 16, 1979 he was married to Patricia Beatty Scimemi at Manitowoc. He was a member of Calvary Assembly of God Church of Manitowoc. Donald enjoyed hunting and fishing and watching the Green Bay Packers. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers: Phillip, Paul, John and Lawrence. Relatives and friends may call at the Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory on Wednesday at the time of services. Herald Times Reporter, March 4, 2003
MARIE S. HEIMANN Marie S. Heimann, 81, of 619 Miller Court, Kiel, died Tuesday afternoon, November 27, 2007 at Rocky Knoll Health Care Center, Plymouth where she was a resident the past 2 1/2 months. Prior to being a resident of Rocky Knoll she had resided at Century Ridge, Chilton for 8 months. She was the former Marie Arenz, born August 2, 1926 in Jericho, WI, daughter of the late Arthur and Clara Schommer Arenz. Marie attended Holy Trinity Grade School in Jericho and was a Chilton High School graduate. On May 11, 1948 she married Clarence J. Heimann at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Jericho. Clarence preceded her in death on December 13, 2002. Marie was employed at the former Hansen Glove Factory in Kiel and Leverenz Shoe Factory, New Holstein and retired from Tecumseh Products, New Holstein. After her retirement Clarence and Marie enjoyed winters in Arizona. She was a member of SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Kiel, Christian Womens Society and the Catholic Knights, Branch #194, Charlestown. Marie enjoyed gardening and playing cards. (Survivors omitted for privacy) She was preceded in death by three brothers and sisters-in-law, Sylvester & Florence Arenz, Gilbert & Merla Arenz, Clemens & June Arenz and one sister & brother-in-law, Romilda & Everett Muellenbach. The funeral mass for Marie will be celebrated on Friday, November 30, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. at SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 424 Fremont St., Kiel with Rev. Loren Nys S.D.S. officiating. Entombment will take place in Knollwood Mausoleum, Town of Kossuth, WI. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in her name. Marie’s family would like to extend their appreciation to Century Ridge, St. Nicholas Hospital and Rocky Knoll Health Care Center for their wonderful care and compassion shown to her. (No newspaper named, no date give)
ALFRED HEINZ Alfred H. Heinz, age 95, a resident of Laurel Grove Assisted Living Center, Manitowoc, died Monday morning, Feb. 5, 2007, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Alfred was born July 4, 1911, in Manitowoc, a son of the late Fred and Matilda Ortmeier Heinz and spent some time of his youth in the town of Newton. He attended First German Evangelical Lutheran grade school. On Feb. 18, 1941, Alfred was married to the former Gertrude Zastrow at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. Alfred retired in 1976 from the Oil-Rite Corp., where he had worked as a machinist for 27 years. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) He was preceded in death by one granddaughter: Rebecca Boldt; and three brothers: Elmer, Allyn and Roland Heinz. Alfred was a kind, patient and loving husband and father. Dad always had an expression for every occasion, enjoyed a good joke, and always greeted everyone he passed by. He loved to reminisce about the years gone by and was a wealth of information about Manitowoc and the surrounding area. He enjoyed reading his German Bible and read a daily devotion for Mom each day and prayed for his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We will miss him very much but the promise of the Bible is "to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord" is now a reality for him. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 12, 2007, at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3209 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc. The Revs, Robert Kujawski and Waldemar Loescher will officiate with entombment to follow at Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, Highway 310, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2007, from 4 to 7 p.m. and on Monday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Alfred's family would like to offer a special thank you to the staff of Laurel Grove Assisted Living Center for the kind care they showed to Alfred the past two and a half years. He really enjoyed his stay there. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 6, 2007
SYLVAN J. HESSEL Sylvan J. Hessel, age 83, of Francis Creek, died Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2003 at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Francis Creek, with the Mass of Christian Burial celebrated by the Rev. Theodore Hendricks. Entombment will be at Knollwood Mausoleum, Highway 310, Manitowoc. Sylvan was born March 9, 1919 in Francis Creek. He was the son of the late Edward and Agnes Benishek Hessel. He graduated from Washington High School, Two Rivers. He continued his education and graduated from the Manitowoc Teachers College. Sylvan then continued his college education at the University of Wisconsin- Oshkosh and UW-Madison. He taught in Manitowoc County for four years. Sylvan was employed with Manitowoc Engineering Corporation as a buyer in the purchasing department for 33 years retiring in June 1981. He married Marie T. Miller on May 5, 1953. She preceded him in death Feb. 17, 1979. Sylvan was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church, director of the St. Anne Adult Choir for more than 25 years, past member of St. Anne’s Worship Committee, Vicariate Representative, St. Anne Parish Council, communion distributor, teacher in the religious education program and other various activities as called upon. He was also a past member of the Masquers Inc. and was an usher at the Capitol Civic Centre. He was also a soloist for weddings in Manitowoc County and surrounding counties. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his wife: Marie on Feb. 17, 1979; two brothers-in-law: Edward J. Menchal and Anthony Serwas; and one sister-in-law: Lydia Miller. Friends may call at St. Anne’s Catholic Church on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. with a prayer service to conclude the visitation at 7 p.m. led by his niece, Sister Joann Serwas. Friends may also call at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Sylvan was a man who enjoyed life to the fullest. We rejoice that this strong faith has reunited him with his loving wife ‘Mayme” in heaven. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 21, 2002
KENNETH T. HETUE Kenneth T. Hetue, age 85, a resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, since September, died early Wednesday morning, March 22, 2006, at the Hamilton Home. Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, March 25, 2006, at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. William G. O’Brien, with entombment to follow in Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, Highway 310, Manitowoc. Ken was born Aug. 19, 1920, in Two Rivers, a son of the late Thomas J. and Dorothy (Boutin) Hetue. He attended St. Luke Catholic Grade School and Washington High School, Two Rivers, graduating with the class of 1938. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in Germany during World War II and the Korean Conflict. Ken served as a piper cub pilot, earning the rank of first Lieutenant. On Jan. 3, 1942, he married the former Lorraine Mushel in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death July 15, 1988. Ken was employed at Hamilton Industries for 42 years, serving as shop foreman for 17 years, and retired in 1982. He was a longtime member of the Hamilton Goodfellow- ship Club, February Club, and the Two Rivers Senior Center. He also served on the board of directors of Shoreline Credit Union for many years. Kenny also enjoyed traveling and socializing. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by one brother: Raymond Hetue. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 10 a.m. Saturday until the time of service at noon. There will be no visitation this evening. Herald Times Reporter, March 24, 2006
DORIS MAE HEYROTH Doris Mae Heyroth, age 71, of Mishicot, died Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 22, 2002 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. John Neuser officiating. Entombment will take place in the Knollwood Mausoleum in the town of Kossuth. Doris was born June 13, 1930 in Two Rivers to the late Ernest and Mary Zywicki Blasczyk and has been a lifelong area resident. She married Art C. Heyroth Aug. 23, 1958 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Two Rivers. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot. Doris enjoyed fishing with her family at Little Sturgeon and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed flower gardening and sharing her flowers with her family and friends. Survivors include her husband, two daughters and sons-in-law, one son, four grandchildren, one sister, one brother, brother-in-law and sisters-in-law. She is further survived by nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. (Survivors edited for privacy) Doris was also preceded in death by an infant son: John; and five brothers. Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. on Friday at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. There will be no Thursday evening visitation. The Lambert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Heyroth family with funeral arrangements.
JOHN S. HOIDA, JR. John S. Hoida, age 94, of 2520 5th St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday evening, March 24, 1994, at the Two Rivers Community hospital. Funeral services will be at 11 am Saturday, April 2, 1994, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Paul Schumacher, with entombment as follows in the Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. He was born December 26, 1889 at Menomonee, Mich., son of the late John and Mary Burish Hoida. At age 2, his family moved to the family farm in Coleman area where he attended local schools. Later, he attended Auto Mechanic School in Kansas City, Kansas. He married the former Anna Voelker, May 14, 1929 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at Spruce, Wis. He was employed with the Kaltenberg Bros Company of Two Rivers as a machinist from 1928 until his retirement in 1965. Mr. Hoida was a member of the local Machinist Union and was avid sportsman. Survivors include his wife, Anna Hoida, Two Rivers; two daughters (private); two brothers and a sister-in-law; George Hoida, Peshtigo, Sylvester and Eileen Hoida, Coleman; five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by four brothers, Joseph, Frank, Ed and Harry, a sister, Marie Kritch. Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers from 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 2, 1994 until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Manitowoc, WI Mar 31, 1994
WILLIAM HOLMES William K. Holmes Jr., age 79, of 419 Washington St., Mishicot, entered into eternal life early Saturday morning, Jan. 26, 2008, at the Holy Family Memorial Medical Center in Manitowoc. Bill was born March 14, 1928, in Two Rivers, to the late William Sr. and Anna Blum Holmes, and has been a lifelong area resident. He married the former Beverly Janda on Feb. 23, 1952, in Tisch Mills, and she preceded him in death May 12, 1978. He served his country in the U.S. Navy with the Seabee's in the latter part of World War II. Bill was employed by the Mirro Manufacturing Company for many years retiring in March of 1991. He enjoyed being in the outdoors hunting, fishing, playing cards and spending time at his cottage in Little Sturgeon. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends especially his grandchildren, and his family and friends enjoyed his great sense of humor. Bill was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, the Mishicot VFW Kempen- Staudinger- Terens Post No. 7753. He also served as a volunteer firefighter for the Mishicot Volunteer Fire Department. (Survivors omitted for privacy) In addition to his parents and his wife, he was also preceded in death by two brothers: Wilbur (Lera) Holmes and Elwood Holmes; two sisters: an infant sister, Ann, and Joyce (Ambrose) Gadzinski. Relatives and friends may call after 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 29, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday at the church with the Rev. Paul Paider officiating followed by military rites accorded by the Mishicot VFW Kempen-Staudinger-Terens Post No. 7753. Entombment will be in the Knollwood Mausoleum Highway 310, Manitowoc. There will be no Monday evening visitation. A memorial fund has been established in his name. The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Holmes family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 27, 2008
JAMES HARLAN HOPSON James Harlan Hopson was born at Crivitz, Wisconsin on the 20th of September 1924 to James Herbert and Lena Maud Hopson. He moved to Marinette a few years later, started his schooling at the old Park School, now gone, where he was taught to play an old “E Flat, Upright Alto”. In 1936 the family moved to Indiana Harbor, Indiana, in 1937 they moved to East Chicago, Indiana and again in 1937 they moved to South Chicago, Illinois (by this time Jim had his own French Single Horn) where he attended Bowen High School, was a member of its first band and was a Drum Major. In 1942 with the advent of World War II the family moved to Manitowoc, Wisconsin where James attended Lincoln High School, playing in the band and was Drum Major. In December of 1942 he went into the Marine Corps, having his mother pick up his diploma in 1943 as we were at war and he was training in Calif. Having served in the South Pacific in 1944 and ‘45, his last combat was on Iwo Jima. James was a Marine Bandsman, who in combat was a Litter Bearer from the front line to a battalion aid station where Drs. were. After service he took employment with Montgomery Wards in Two Rivers where he met his wife, getting married on the 25th of March, 1948 to the former Doris M. Schepper. He later worked for Deja and Martin Furniture and Funeral Home he was a Manitowoc County Traffic Officer for 11 years, after which he became a Deputy Federal Marshal until 1983 at which time he retired. James was a member of the old Hamilton Band that later became the City Band of Two Rivers and Drum Majored that Band for several years. He was a 2O-year member of that band and Musicians Local 195. He served as marshal in Milwaukee, Tucson, and Bismarck, North Dakota before retiring after 12 years, making 23 years in Law Enforcement all together. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2004 at 10:30 a.m at Knollwood Mausoleum Chapel in Manitowoc. Cotter Funeral Home, DePere is assisting Jim’s family. The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to the Dr. for his compassion and caring and also to the staffs of Bellin Hospital and Manor Care East in Green Bay. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 9, 2004
OLIVE T. HUINKER Mrs. Olive T. Huinker, 73, of Cato, died Thursday evening, June 27, 1991, at her residence. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. this Saturday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. Msgr. Alfred A. Schneider will officiate with entombment to follow at Knollwood Mausoleum. The former Olive Lensmeyer was born May 1, 1918, in Kellnersville, daughter of the late Joseph and Frances Jirikovec Lensmeyer. On November 24, 1945, she was married to Raymond T. Huinker at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. He preceded her in death January 16, 1987. She was a charter member of Kubale-O'Connell V.F.W. Post 6179 of Cato Auxiliary. (Survivors omitted for privacy) She was preceded in death by five brothers-in-law. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home from 1 p.m. this Saturday until the time of services. Herald Times Reporter, no date
FRED C. IHLENFELDT, SR. Fred C. Ihlenfeldt, Sr., age 80, of town of Canton, Kewaunee County, died Thursday, April 27, 2000, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, May 1, 2000, at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Creeks. Rev. Maurice L. Hoppe will officiate with entombment in the Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. Fred was born February 15, 1920, in the town of Canton, Kewaunee County, son of the late Fred and Mae Schultz Ihlenfeldt. He married the former Dorothy Levy on June 30, 1945, in Kewaunee. He owned and operated a dairy farm in the town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, and a custom tiling business for many years. Mr. Ihlenfeldt also worked for the C. Reiss Coal Company for many years. Fred was an avid Packer fan. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was also preceded in death by one sister, Edna Paral; and one brother- in-law, Fred Weith. Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. Monday at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Creeks, until the time of service at 11 am. There will be no Sunday evening visitation. In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a memorial fund has been established for the St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church Roof Fund. The Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, April 29, 2000
