MARYJANNA SADOWSKA

From Der Nord Westen, 05 Sep. 1901:
Margarethe Sadowsky, wife of Joseph Sadowsky, died Wed. last week 
after suffering from a tumor for several months. The funeral was 
held Fri.


JOSEF SADOWSKI

From Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1907:
Joseph Sadowski, a 78-yr. old resident of the 7th Ward, died Sunday of old age
debility. He is survived by several children. The funeral was at the Polish 
Cemetery.


POITR SADOWSKI

From Der Nord Westen, 05 Dec. 1901:
Death here Sun. of 23-yr. old Peter Sadowsky of consumption. The deceased, 
who was unmarried, is survived by his father, 10 brothers and 2 sisters. 
The funeral was held Tues. morning at the Polish Cemetery.


WOJCIEH SADOWSKI

CRIPPLED BY BOLT OF LIGHTNING NINE YEARS AGO, GEO. SADUSKY(sic) 
CLAIMED BY DEATH XMAS DAY
MAN OF 21 WHO DIED AT HOSPITAL SATURDAY HAD BEEN HELPLESS INVALID 
SINCE ACCIDENT IN WHICH FOUR OTHERS MET DEATH AT OLD WEST SIDE BALL 
PARK DURING THUNDER STORM 9 YRS. AGO
Crippled by a bolt of lightning nine years ago at the time four others 
were killed outright at the old West Side ball park, and for four years 
a patient at the hospital, practically helpless, George Sadusky, a South 
side man, was released by death which came to him Christmas day. The 
funeral was held today from St. Mary’s church. 
Sadusky, who was a boy of 12 years at the time of the terrible tragedy 
when four were killed, three injured and a score stunned by lightning 
which struck the grand stand in the old ball park during a game on Sunday 
afternoon, had been partially paralyzed by the bolt and though it was 
thought at first that he would recover, his condition became worse with 
passing of time and for four years he had been taken care of at the 
hospital. The man was unable to walk and had little use of his hands and 
it was necessary to carry him from one room to another when he was moved. 
He did not suffer greatly but his injury had stunted his growth and when 
death came to him Saturday, at the age of 21 years, he retained the 
appearance in stature of the boy of 12 he was when he was injured. 
The tragedy of the Sunday afternoon nine years ago was one of the worst 
the city has known. A large crowd had assembled for the ball game, the 
grand stand being well filled when almost without warning the skies were 
overcast by ominous clouds and there was a sharp flash as the bolt of 
lightning struck the pillars supporting the stand, ran along the wire 
netting and dealt death to four persons almost in a second. Two men 
standing in front of the stand were rendered unconscious while George Kura, 
who was taking tickets at the stand, was killed outright and three others 
in the stand were also carried out unconscious, two dying before medical 
aid could reach them while the third, a Knutzen boy, lingered for a few 
hours and then passed away. Young Sadusky was carried to the house of 
residents near the park and when a physician arrived, was removed to the 
hospital where he remained for some time. Later it was necessary to have 
him returned to the hospital to receive care and for four years he had 
not been outside the institution. Seven brothers and two sisters survive 
the dead man, being Michael, Stanley, Edward, John and Anton of this city; 
Theodore and Matt of Denver; Mrs. Frank Kandarski, to whose home the body 
was removed, and Miss Mary Sadusky of Chicago.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, December 27, 1915, Page 1


JOHN SALKOWSKI

John Salkowski, 48, of 1206 S. 26th street a resident of Manitowoc for 
the last 20 years, died Friday night at 11 o'clock after an illness of 
two years.
The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer Funeral Home after Sunday noon. 
Funeral services will be held there Monday morning at 8:30 o'clock and 
at St. Mary's Catholic church at 9 o'clock. The Rev. John Landowski will 
officiate and burial will be in St. Mary's cemetery.
Mr. Salkowski was born near Pulaski, Wis., June 25, 1891. Twenty-three 
years ago he married Miss Mary Bertzinski. Three years after their 
marriage they moved to this city. Mr. Salkowski was employed by the C. 
Reiss coal company for many years. Survivors are the widow and five 
children, all at home (Survivors omitted for privacy.); two brothers, 
Stanley and Frank, both of Green Bay; and one sister, Mrs. Stanley 
Witkiewicz of Green Bay.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 2, 1939 P.4


MARY SCHIPPER

DEATH ENDS FOUR MONTHS SUFFERING
After a lingering illlness of four months, Mrs. Michael Shipper (sic), 
one of the city's well known pioneer residents was claimed by death 
early today, her demise occuring at the home of her daughter Mrs. 
William Schroeder where she had made her home for some time. Mrs. 
Shipper was afflicted with an incurable malady and had suffered 
greatly.
Mrs. Shipper came here in 1867 with her husband and had been a resident 
of the county ever since. The couple were eleven weeks in crossing the 
Atlantic. Mr. Shipper died 27 years ago and Mrs. Shipper is survived by 
three sons and two daughters, George and Albert, this city, Frank of 
Owen, Mrs. Wm. Schroeder and Mrs. Paul Kattner, this city. One sister, 
Mrs. Kate Sharwig, Two Rivers, and a brother John Sheuer of Milwaukee 
also survive.
Funeral arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, November 23, 1912 P.1


JOHN SANDOR

From Der Nord Westen, 04 Dec. 1902: 
A terrible accident occurred Mon. morning in elevator ‘A’ of 
the Northern Grain Co. John Sandor, while working there, caught 
his left leg in the coil of rope which was attached to the scraper, 
and before the machine could be brought to a halt the noose had 
tightened and cut off the leg between ankle and knee. The unfortunate 
man was taken to the machine room and the engineer applied a dressing 
to stop the bleeding, after which he was taken to the hospital and 
an appropriate amputation performed just below the knee. 
********
SHOCK KILLED HIM
John Sandor, Who Lost a Leg a Week Ago, is Dead
Fatal results followed from the accident that befell John Sandor, 
an elevator employee of the Northern Grain Company whose leg was 
amputated through having it caught in the bight of a rope last 
week, his death occurring at Holy Family hospital Friday night. 
Sandor was injured Saturday, the first day of his employment at 
the elevator, and had been at work only a few hours. The loss of 
blood and the shock of the accident proved too much for Sandor and 
after lingering in intense suffering for a week, death relieved him. 
Sandor came here from Europe a year ago with his family, a wife and 
one child, both of whom survive. He was 26 years of age. The funeral 
will be held from the late home on Wollmer street, Monday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, December 06, 1902, Page 1
*********
The funeral of John Sandor Sunday was one of the largest ever held 
in the city. Nearly 800 Longshoremen were in line to escort the 
funeral party to the cemetery and a number of beautiful floral 
offerings crowned the casket. The Longshoremen contributed $50 to 
flowers. Sandor was an elevator employee of the Northern Grain Co. 
and death followed an accident which he met with the first day on 
which he worked.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, December 09, 1902, Page 1
********
From Der Nord Westen, 11 Dec. 1902:
John Sandor, about whom we recently reported having an 
accident in Elevator A which severed his leg, died Fri. 
of shock following the unfortunate accident and the
ensuing operation. The deceased, (the type is disturbed 
but appears to identify him as a "Slovene ") came here 
from Europe a few years ago. He was 26 and leaves a widow 
and one child. The funeral was held Sunday.


TAMMY LOU SCHULTZ

Tammy Lou Schultz, five year old daughter of Raymond P. and Marie Vetter 
Schultz, of Menomonee Falls, died Wednesday after being struck by a truck 
in front of her home.
Mass of the Angels service will be at 8:15 a.m. Saturday at A.A. Schmidt 
and Sons Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Menomonee 
Falls. Burial will be in St. Mary Catholic Church Cemetery, Manitowoc, at 
1:30 p.m. Saturday.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) A brother, Kelly Paul, preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, where 
a parish vigil will be at 8 p.m. Friends may also call at St. Mary Catholic 
Church, Manitowoc from noon on Saturday until 1:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 20, 1970


C. SCZYRNCRAK

From Der Nord Westen, 07 Feb. 1901
After an illness of several years Mr. C. Sczyrncrak died Sat. of consumption. 
The deceased reached the age of 62 and had lived many years in our city. His 
funeral was held Mon. morning at the Polish Cemetery.


FRANK SHERASKI

Frank G. Sheraski, 62, of 2131 S. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Leschke-Bergner Funeral Home 
and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. 
Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Sheraski was born May 29, 1909, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and 
Blanche Konieczka Sheraski. He married Emily Plotka Feb. 5, 1943, at Manitowoc. 
He had been employed by the National Dairy Division of the Great Atlantic and 
Pacific Tea Co. for 41 years, retiring in 1969. Mr. Sheraski was a member of 
the Holy Name Society of St. Mary Church.
Survivors include his wife, two sons, a daughter (Survivors omitted for privacy.) 
two brothers, Edward and Carl of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Frank Ruebesam and 
Sophia Sheraski of Manitowoc and seven grandchildren. A brother and a sister 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday where a Rosary will be 
recited at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 27, 1971
********
Funeral services for Frank G. Sheraski, 62, of 2131 S. 11th St., Manitowoc, 
who died Sunday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 10 a.m. 
Wednesday at Leschke-Bergner Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc.
Mr. Sheraski married Emily Potlka Feb. 5, 1934, at Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 o'clock this Tuesday afternoon 
where a Rosary will be recited at 7 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 28, 1971


JOHN C. SHERASKI

Funeral services for John C. Sheraski, 81, of 923 S. 26th St., Manitowoc, who 
died Wednesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 8:30 a.m. 
Friday at Leschke-Bergner Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary 
Catholic Church, the Rev. John Landowski officiating. Burial will be in church 
cemetery.
Mr. Sheraski was born May 14, 1876, in Manitowoc, son of the late Edward and 
Josephine Pochylska Sheraski. He married the former Blanche Koneczka July 20, 
1903, in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death in 1936. Up to his retirement 11 
years ago, Mr. Sheraski was employed at the Northern Elevator Co.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Frank Raubesam and Miss Sophia of 
Manitowoc; three sons, Carl, Edward and Frank of Manitowoc; brother, Joseph of 
Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Emil Kope and Mrs. Frank Richter of Manitowoc, and 
16 grandchildren. A daughter, a son, and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 
o'clock this Thursday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 10, 1957 P. 26
(Note: I have no stone transcription, obit. says he is buried here)


ANNA SIEWERT

4 FLU DEAD REPORTED TODAY
SECOND DEATH SIEVERT FAMILY; C. BRULLOW DEAD
Other Victims are Paul Hoefner and Herman Wernecke
Influenza and pneumonia are claiming a heavy toll in death in Manitowoc, four of 
six deaths reported today being chargeable to the epidemic, which, despite every 
effort of the health authorities, appears to be spreading and may force stringent 
regulations for isolation for protection of the public. The death toll today:
*******
For the second time within a space of ten days influenza has brought death to 
the home of Constance Sievert, 911 South Fourteenth street. Mrs. Anna Muchowski 
Sievert, wife and mother, passing away last night, aged 48. Only a week ago 
Edward Sievart, a son, died.
Mr. and Mrs. Sievart, formerly residents of Newton for seventeen years, removed 
to the city four years ago Mr. Sievart engaging in business here and erecting a 
new home on Fourteenth street. Less than a month ago, on January 14, Mr. and Mrs. 
Sievart celebrated their silver wedding anniversay.
Mrs. Sievart is survived by her husband and three daughters, Emily, Marie and 
Clara, by her aged mother, Mrs. Mary Muchowski, four sisters, Mrs. Anton Simmet, 
Mrs. John Engelbrecht, this city, Mary and Rose Muchowski, Newton, and four 
brothers Matt, Joseph, John and Frank, also of Newton. The funeral will be held 
at St. Mary's church Saturday morning at 9:30.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. February 6, 1920 P. 1


JOSEPH SKRZYPCZYNSKI

Funeral services for Joseph B. Skrzypczynski, 70, formerly of St. Mary Home, 
Manitowoc, who died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a 
lingering illness, will be at 9 a.m. Monday at Lesechke-Bergner Funeral Home 
and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rt. Rev. Msg. 
John S. Landowski will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Skrzypczynski was born March 22, 1900, at Manitowoc, son of the late 
Valentine and Agnes Wajer Skrzypczynski. He attended schools in Manitowoc 
and was employed as a timekeeper at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc.
Survivors include four sisters, Mrs. Monica Scherer, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Mary 
Kupczak, of Milwaukee, Mrs. Edward (Verna) Daron, of Newton and Mrs. Rudolph 
(Agnes) Armatowski, of Manitowoc. A brother, John, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday, where a parish 
rosary will be recited at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 23, 1970


SIMON SMUGGLER

DEATH OF SIMON SMUGGLER REMOVES ONE MORE OF EARLIEST PIONEERS
Death came to one of the pioneer residents and earliest Polish 
settlers of the city today when Simon Smuggler succumbed at the 
home of his daughter, Mrs. Nellie Rathsack, North Water St., 
aged 89. 
Deceased was born in Germany and came here a half century ago, 
being the first Polish resident on the north side. Death came to 
him in the home he had resided in ever since coming to Manitowoc. 
Surviving children are Alderman F. Smuggler, Jos. And Nellie, 
this city, and Mrs. Alex Markevits, Milwaukee and Mrs. Joseph 
Rathsack, Glen Flora, Wis. Two sisters, Mrs. Martin Tadych and 
Mrs. Thomas Joswic also survive. The funeral will be held Monday 
at nine am from St. Mary’s. 
The death of Mr. Smuggler takes from the city another from the 
thinning ranks of hardy pioneers, identified with the very 
earliest history of the city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 31, 1918, Page 1
********
The funeral of the late Simon Smuggler, father of Ald. Frank 
Smuggler, was held from St. Mary’s church yesterday morning 
and was largely attended. Mr. Smuggler was one of the city’s 
pioneer settlers and was widely known and held in esteem by 
all who knew him.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, February 05, 1918, Page 2


WALTER SMUGGLER

An injury which he suffered a year ago when he injured a bone in 
his leg in a fall, caused the death yesterday of Walter Smuggler, 
son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Smuggler, and one of the popular young 
men of the district in which he made his home. Mr. Smuggler suffered 
an injury a year or more ago and last March fell and since that time 
has had much trouble. 
Mr. Smuggler was 23 years of age and was employed as an electrician. 
He was popular with a large circle of friends and an industrious 
young man. The funeral will be held Thursday morning. The death of 
Mr. Smuggler is the fifth in the family in a few years, the first 
to be claimed being a daughter, who was followed by Mrs. Smuggler’s 
mother, then son-in-law, Peter Mrotek, and a year later Mrs. Mrotek. 
Mr. Smuggler was a nephew of Ald. Frank Smuggler.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, November 16, 1915, Page 5
(Note: This is the only cemetery with Smuggler/Smugler in it)


AGNES SMUGLER

Mrs. Frank Smugler, 67, wife of the former alderman from the Seventh ward, 
died at 8:25 p.m. Thursday at the family home, 1114 South 20th street.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. from the home and at 
10 o'clock from St. Mary's Catholic church. Interment will be in St. Mary's 
cemetery.
Mrs. Smugler, nee Anna(sic) Richter, was born in Poland on Oct. 21, 1875 
and came to Manitowoc when she was six years of age. She married Mr. Smugler 
48 years ago and resided in the city ever since.
Survivors are the widow; two daughers, Sister Mary Pachomia of the Felician 
Sisters of Chicago and Mrs. Charles Reitmeyer of this city; two sons, Raymond 
of Fond du Lac and Mark of this city; one sister, Mrs. Anne Rommel of Milwaukee; 
two brothers, Frank Richter, city, and Bruno Richter of Milwaukee; three grand-
children and one great-grandchild.
Mrs. Smugler was a member of the Good Counsel Society of Chicago and a charter 
member of the St. Mary's Holy Rosary society.
The body will be removed to the home from the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home 
at 5:30 p.m. today and the rosary will be recited here at 7:30 p.m. tonight.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 2, 1943 P. 5


EMELIE SMUGLER

Amelia Smuggler(sic) aged 25 died at 10 o'clock Wednesday night from 
consumption. Decedent is a daughter of Joseph Smuggler and funeral 
services will be held at St. Mary's church at 9 o'clock tomorrow 
morning.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 16, 1911 P.1


FRANK SMUGLER

Frank Smugler, Alderman For 22 Years, Dead
Frank J. Smugler, 71, of 1114 South 20th street, lifelong resident of the city 
and seventh ward alderman for 22 years, died Sunday morning at the Holy Family 
hospital.
He had been in failing health for several months.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Shimek and Schwartz 
funeral home and at 10 o'clock at the St. Marys Catholic church, the Rev. John 
Landowski officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Smugler was born in this (photo) city in 1871. Fifty-two years ago he married 
Miss Agnes Smugler. She died four years ago.
He was employed as an engineer for the McMullen and Pitz Construction company 
for 20 years serving on dredges and other craft of this company.
As a member of the city council for 11 two-year terms, Mr. Smugler was long active 
in city affairs. For years he headed the harbor and dock committee of the council. 
In his final year in the council Mr. Smugler served as president of that body.
In recent years, until illness forced his retirement, Mr. Smugler was custodian of 
Pulaski park in the seventh ward. He also served as a city inspector on public works, 
principally bridges and sewers, after he left the council. He was a member of the 
Holy Name society and the Catholic Order of Foresters.
After his retirement from the city council Mr. Smugler retained his interest in city 
affairs, particularly the harbor. Mayor Martin Georgenson named him a member of the 
Harbor commission, of which he was a member at the time of his death.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Charles Reitmeyer of this city and Sister M. 
Pachomia of the Felician Sisters of Chicago; two sons, Raymond of Fond du Lac and 
Mark of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Nellie Rathsack of this city and Mrs. Joseph 
Rathsack of Ladysmith, Wis.; brother Joseph of this city; three grandchildren and 
one great-grandchild.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 p.m. tonight, where the rosary 
will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 6, 1947 P. 2


SUSAN SMUGLER

Mrs. Joseph Smugler, 72, of 1117 South 24th street, died late Saturday 
afternoon at the Holy Family hospital, where she had been a patient the 
past week. Mrs. Smugler had been in failing health two years.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 8:30 a.m., from the home and at 
nine o'clock from the St. Mary's Catholic church. Burial will be in the 
St. Mary's cemetery.
Mrs. Smugler, nee Susan Petroske, was born at Newton in 1866 and spent 
her early life there. She was married to Joseph Smugler and they moved 
to Manitowoc 39 years ago. She was a member of the Holy Rosary and Altar 
societies of the St. Mary's congregation.
Survivors are the widower; a daughter, Mrs. Robert Kopotic, city; and six 
grandchildren including Miss Celestine Mrotek, who made her home with her 
grandparents.
The body was moved to the Smugler home this afternoon from the Pfeffer 
funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, February 20, 1939 P. 2


FRANK SOBIESCZYK

Frank Sobieszcyk, 75, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc died unexpectedly 
Sunday afternoon at the home.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Thaddeus J. Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in St. 
Mary Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Sobieszcyk was born Sept. 26, 1898, at Manitowoc, son of the late 
Frank Sr., and Catherine Powalisz Sobieszcyk. He was a resident of 
Manitowoc all his life and a member of St. Mary Church.
Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Frank (Anna) Pekulik and Mrs. Cecelia 
Lambries, of Manitowoc and nieces and nephews. A sister and a brother 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday where a 
Rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. October 15, 1973


JOHN F. SOBIESKI

John F. Sobieski, 78, of 1014 S. 21st St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning 
at home following a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 
10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. Koszarek 
will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Sobieski was born May 26, 1892, at Manitowoc, son of the late Frank and 
Catherine Powalisz Sobieski. He married Josephine Andrastek May 28, 1918, at 
Manitowoc. The couple celebrated its golden wedding anniversary in 1968. Mr. 
Sobieski retired in 1968 as a foreman for Mirro Aluminum Co. after 50 years of 
employment. He was a member of the Mirro Retirement Employe Club, the Mirro 
Management Club, a past president of the Mirro Foreman's Assn., a 50-year 
member and past president of the Manitowoc Marine Band, a 50-year member of 
the Manitowoc Musicians Local No. 195 and a 25-year member of the Eagles Aerie 
No. 706. Mr. Sobieski was also a member of the St. Mary Holy Name Society and 
had served as treasurer of St. Mary parish the past eight years.
Survivors include his wife; a brother, Frank, of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. 
Frank Pekulik and Mrs. Cecilia Lambries of Manitowoc; and a grandson (Survivor 
omitted for privacy.) A son, Arthur, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday where a Rosary will 
be recited at 7 p.m. The Manitowoc Marine Band will meet in a body at the 
funeral home at 6 p.m. Thursday and the Mirro Management Club will meet at 
6:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 17, 1971


FRANCISZKA STASTIEK

From Der Nord Westen, 31 Dec. 1908: 
Diphtheria claimed the life on Thursday last week of the 
4-year old daughter of South 25th Street resident Joseph Stasiek.


JOZEF STASTIEK

From Der Nord Westen, 31 Dec. 1908:
On Tuesday a second child, a boy, in the Stasiek family
also died. This makes two deaths within a few days.


JOSEPHINE L. STROMILA

Mrs. Josephine L. Stromila, 67, of 1208 S. 24th St., Manitowoc, died 
Friday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Thaddeus J. Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in the church 
cemetery.
Mrs. Stromila, nee Josephine Schultz, was born Aug. 22, 1904, at 
Manitowoc, daughter of the late Ignatius and Alvina Marende Schultz. 
Prior to her retirement in 1970 she had been employed at Mirro Aluminum 
Co., Manitowoc, for 23 years. She was a member of the Rosary Society of 
St. Mary Church.
Survivors include a son, Tech. Sgt. Richard, of Duluth, Minn.; two 
daughters, Miss Ruth, of Milwaukee and Mrs. Robert (Betty) Hobart, of 
Sheboygan; three brothers, John and Arnold, of Manitowoc and Felix of 
Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Edward Check of Manitowoc; and four grand-
children. A daughter, two brothers and two sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday where the 
Rosary will be recited at 4:30 p.m. by the Rosary Society and a memorial 
service will be held at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 10, 1972


MICHAEL STRZYZEWSKI

Michael B. (Cabbage Mike) Strzyzewski, 81, of 1318 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, 
died Wednesday at a Manitowoc hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Anthony L. 
Betley will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Strzyzewski was born Setp. 25, 1891, at Manitowoc, son of the late Julius 
and Gertrude Andrastek Strzyewski. He married Josephine Pekulik Nov. 21, 1922, 
at St. Mary Catholic Church. He owned and operated a tavern in the City of 
Manitowoc for many years, retiring in 1958. He was a veteran of World War I 
and a member of World War I Barracks 2565 of Manitowoc. He was a 25-year member 
of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday 
where memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. February 8, 1973
**********
(Michael Stryzewski/b. 25 Sept. 1891/d. Feb. 1973/SSDI)


ELLA SYPNIEWSKI

Miss Ella Sypniewski, 74, who resided at Marina View Manor, Milwaukee, died 
Wednesday at Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 
9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. Koszarek 
will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Miss Sypniewski was born Aug. 3, 1898, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Mr. 
and Mrs. Joseph Sypniewski.
Survivors include a brother, Albert, of Muskegon, Mich., two sisters, Mrs. 
Robert Knobler, of Menomonie, Wis., and Mrs. Ella Naus, of Milwaukee and nieces 
and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 9 o'clock this Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 15, 1972


KATHRINE SYPNIEWSKI

Mrs. Louis Sypniewski Dies At Home Monday
Mrs. Catherine Sypniewski, wife of Louis Sypniewski, died at the 
family home at 1915 Washington street, Monday afternoon at 4 o’clock. 
The funeral will be held Thursday morning with service at 9 o’clock 
at St. Mary’s Catholic church, Rev. Kubiszewski officiating and burial 
will be at St. Mary’s cemetery. 
Mrs. Sypniewski, who was Catherine Schemchak before her marriage, was 
born in this city November 29, 1890 and was thirty-seven years of age. 
She was married to Louis Sypniewski eleven years ago and the family has 
always made its home here. Surviving her are the husband, three children, 
Eleanore, Louise and Dorothy, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Martin Shemchak, 
three brothers, John, Alton and Charles Shemchak, and five sisters, Mrs. 
John Pionek, Mrs. Tracey Mrotek, Josephine, Irene, and Grace Shemchak 
all of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, February 28, 1928, Page 5


ANNA TADYCH

DEATH CLAIMS PIONEER WOMAN OF CO. AT AGE 86
Mrs. Martin Tadych, aged eighty-six, pioneer resident of the county, died at 
the family home, 1209 North Water street, last night following an illness of 
two weeks. Death was due to infirmities incident to old age. The funeral will 
be held Monday morning with services at the home at 8:30 at St. Mary's Catholic 
church at 9 o'clock. Burial will be at St. Mary's cemetery.
Mrs. Tadych was born in Poland and came to America and Manitowoc county fifty-
eight years ago. Two years later she was married to Martin Tadych and for many 
years the family made their home on the farm, selling out to come to the city 
twenty-two years ago. Besides the husband three sons, John and Henry of this 
city, and Joseph of Seattle and one daughter, Mrs. Walter Shipper of Milwaukee 
and one sister, Mrs. Thomas Josiak, survive her.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. June 16, 1922 P. 8
(Note: The age appears to be incorrect in the obituary)


LILLIAN A. TADYCH

Mrs. Zenon (Zeno) Tadych, 72, of 1012 Western Ave., Manitowoc, died Monday 
evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Joseph Mattern 
will officiate with burial in St. Mary Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Tadych, nee Lillian Gretz, was born July 3, 1903, at Cooperstown, 
daughter of the late Ignatz and Marie Levendowski Gretz. She was married to 
Sylvester Osulson Dec. 24, 1926. He preceded her in death. She was married 
to Zenon S. Tadych Aug. 30, 1941, at Manitowoc. She was a member of Daughters 
of Isabella.
Survivors include her husband, three daughters (private); three sisters, 
Mrs. Ralph (Helen) Snyder and Mrs. Sylvester (Frances) Sieracke, of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Robert (Rose) Christenson, of Denmark, nine grandchildren and two 
great grandchildren.
A daughter, LaVerne Simmer, three brothers and a sister preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, where a 
Rosary service will be at 7 p.m. by members of Daughters of Isabella and a 
prayer service at 7:30 p.m. by relatives and friends.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, June 1, 1976 P. 16


STELLA TADYCH

From Der Nord Westen, 15 Feb. 1906:
A 2-1/2 year old little daughter of J.F. Tadych, fell into a container of cooking
water Tuesday afternoon, receiving burns from which she died Wednesday.


GERTRUDE TOMCZYK

Mrs. Stanley Tomchek, about 60, of 1907 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died 
Saturday morning of injuries resulting from a two-car automobile
collision at Elk City, Okla.
Her husband who was driving the car, was cut about the face.
The Leschke-Bergner Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of funeral
arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, April 22, 1961  page 11
********
Mrs. Stanley Tomchek, 60, of 1906 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died Saturday
morning at Elk City Okla., from injuries sustained in an automobile
accident there that morning.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at Leschke-Bergner Funeral
Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the
Rt. Rev. Msgr. John S. Landowski officiating. Burial will be in the church
cemetery.
Mrs. Tomchek was born Gertrude Glysch Nov. 15, 1900, at Manitowoc, daughter
of the late John and Agnes Vnuk Glysch. She was educated at Manitowoc schools
and married to Stanley Tomchek Aug. 29, 1927, at Manitowoc. He is employed
at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc.
She was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society of St. Mary Church. A brother
preceded her in death.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary
will be recited at 3 p.m. by the Altar and Rosary Society and at 7 p.m. by
members of the parish.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday April 24, 1961


TRAIN - CAR WRECK

FIVE DIE AS TRAIN CRASHES INTO AUTO AT CLOVER TODAY
TWO WOMEN AND 3 CHILDREN HURLED TO DEATH BY TRAIN
Ten Persons in Light Touring Car Struck by Limited Leaving Manitowoc 
at 8 A.M., Victims Hurled 90 Feet; Probes Are Underway
DEAD WOMEN ARE SISTERS
Four persons were instantly killed, a fifth sustained injuries which 
ended fatally as she was being brought into the hospital and a sixth 
was so seriously injured that her death is expected when a Ford touring 
car containing 10 persons was struck by "The Fox," the gas-electric 
limited train, leaving Manitowoc at 8 o'clock this morning on a town 
road one-half mile south of Clover, shortly after 8 o'clock this morning.
THE DEAD
Mrs. Frank Mrotek, 32;
Her daughter, Gertrude, 5;
Mrs. Victor Powlisz, 26;
Her daughter, Marion, 2 1/2;
Martha Vandebusch, 12
THE INJURED
Mrs. Peter Vandebusch, 36, driver of the car; shock and bruises;
Her daughter, Leona, 14, basal skull fracture and broken jaw, may not survive;
Eleanor Mrotek, 7, bruises;
Dorothy Vandebusch, 5, possible skull fracture;
Donald Vandebusch, 1, possible skull fracture.
Hurled 90 Feet
Bodies of the dead and injured were flung a distance of 90 feet as the 
fast south-bound train struck the rear of the 1923 Ford touring car and 
dragged it for a distance of about 30 feet. The front of the car was 
not damaged, the engine and front wheels being in good condition but the 
rear was telescoped into the front of the automobile and was entirely 
wrecked.
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TWO IN SERIOUS CONDITION
No improvement in the condition of the accident victims of the train-car 
crash at Clover this morning was noted at 2:30 o'clock this afternoon 
and two of the Vandebusch girls, Leona, 14, and Dorothy, 5, were still 
unconscious. Leona is the more seriously injured of the two and it is 
said may not survive her injuries.
Train Returns Victims
Immediately after the crash, Engineer Kitzerow brought his train of an 
engine and three coaches back to Manitowoc and the work of identifying 
the dead and maimed was started as city and county authorities launched 
their investigations.
All of Party Related
All of the accident and death victims were relatives who were on their 
way to the farm home of Frank Frozena, town of Newton, to assist him in 
picking beans on the farm fields.
Two of dead, Mrs. Powlisz (somtimes spelled Povalish), and Mrs. Mrotek 
are sisters of Frozena as is Mrs. Vandebusch, the driver of the automobile. 
The children are cousins.
Only one member of the three families, other than the husbands who were 
at work in this city, escaped without injury, Leonard Vandebusch, 14, 
having remained at the Frozena home over night.
Unaware of Accident
None of the husbands were aware of the terrible tragedy, the worst auto-
mobile accident in the history of this city, all of them living here, 
until some time after it occurred and they were informed by a Herald-News 
man, and police officer. They were sent to the hospital by Detective Frank 
Tomchek of the police department.
Scenes of Horror
At the hospital, tragic scenes were enacted as the families sought their 
dead and missing and it was almost two hours after the accident that 
definite idenification of the victims could be made.
Attempts to interview Mrs. Vandebusch at the hospital were fruitless, the 
driver of the death car being overcome by the tragedy as she felt she 
were partly to blame for the meeting.
Visibility Is Clear
The road at the grade crossing runs directly south and meets the railroad 
tracks at an angle, the later extending in southwesterly direction from 
the intersection. There is no warning gong at the crossing, the road being 
little traveled.
No houses or buildings obstruct the view but with the top of the car 
apparently up it would be difficult to look back as the tracks approach 
at an agle (sic) of almost 45 degres, going to an apex where the road 
and tracks meet.
Order Investigation
A sweeping investigation was immediately ordered by Coroner W.C. 
Kemper, who with Sheriff Herman Carstens, was at the scene of the 
accident within a few minutes after it occurred. An inquest jury was 
to be sworn sometime today, the bodies of the dead were to be viewed 
and the taking of testimony will be started as soon as the victims of 
the accident can testify.
No eye witnesses could be located with the exception of Engineer 
Kitzerow who would make no statement after filing his report with 
railroad officials. Conductor Charles Sherman, former Manitowoc 
resident now living in Milwaukee, was in charge of the train.
All South Side Residents
All of the occupants in the light car lived in the city of Manitowoc, 
the family of Peter Vandebusch residing at 1105 South 10th street; the 
Powlisz (or Povalish) family at 1125 S. Tenth street, while the Mrotek 
family lived at 1620 Madison street.
Notify Relatives
Identity of the parties was not definitely established until after 
Detective Tomchek recognized the driver of the automobile at the 
hospital and from almost incoherent remarks regarding "her dead sister," 
the detective started on the search and within a half hour had sent the 
husbands to the hospital to identify the dead and injured.
Canning Co. Flooded With Calls
First news of the tragedy reached the city in a message to the office 
of Sheriff Carstens. Next came word to the police station to have both 
city ambulances at the Northwestern depot here when the gasoline propelled 
train was backed up here with the victims of the grade crossing crash.
First reports which stated that a truck loaded with bean pickers had 
been struck and that many had been killed resulted in the telephone at 
the office of the Wisconsin Pea Canners Co., being swamped with calls. 
Parents and relatives who had children enroute to the bean fields this 
morning all began calling the company's office to get details. The 
company was without any information and this only added the confusion.
The scene at the Northwestern station, after the train backed in
here with the dead and dying almost beggars description. The ten 
occupants of the car, four of whom were already dead were all in the 
baggage compartment. Two or three volunteers from passengers on the 
train were assisting the train crew as much as possible in giving first 
aid to the victims but the task was a well nigh hopeless one. The city 
ambulances were backed up to the baggage car of the train and those 
less seriously hurt were rushed to the hospital at once.
For a time entrance could not be gained to the baggage room. Bodies 
of those already dead had to be placed on trucks on the station 
platform until attention was given to those still living. Crowds filled 
the streets leading to the depot as the curious hearing of the accident 
rushed there. Many of those were parents who had children out in the 
bean fields and had heard the first reports that the train had struck 
a truckload of pickers.
Four were dead upon arrival at the depot and were taken to the Wattawa 
& Urbanek mortuary in the company ambulance and in a delivery wagon 
which was passed into service as the other six were taken to the hospital.
Hundreds of morbidly curious rushed to the Chicago & North Western depot 
when it became known that the death train was returning to Manitowoc 
and a constant stream of men, women and children were in the baggage 
room hampering officials as they sought to cover the dead.
No Funeral Arrangements
So stricken were members of the families that it was impossible to learn 
any of the details of their arrangements for services.
Almost entire families were wipped out in the accident, the Frank Mrotek 
family of four losing a wife and daughter, with the other child being 
injured; the wife and only daughter of Victor Powlisz were killed, one 
daughter of the Peter Vandebusch family was killed, two were seriously 
injured, one escaped with minor injuries and the father and one son were 
not in the accident.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, August 1, 1930 P.1
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CORONER'S JURY SELECTED TODAY TO PROBE ACCIDENT
Members of the jury selected to hear testimony in an effort to fix 
responsibility for the tragedy at Clover this morning are Fred Mahnke, 
Elmer Haupt, Emil Streich, Andrew Killan, Joseph Kortas and Herman 
Kieselhorst. Their names were drawn by the sheriff upon instructions 
of the coroner.
The bodies are to be viewed this afternoon and the testimony will be 
taken after the crash victims are able to leave the hospital.
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SINGLE LOT FOR 4 CRASH VICTIMS
DEAD OF WORST CRASH IN YEARS BURIED MONDAY
Four of Five Dead to Be Buried in Same Lot; Two injured Still 
Unconscious Today
Manitowoc's most pitiful funeral cortege in the history of the city 
will wind its way through city streets on Black Monday when four of 
the five victims of the crossing accident at Clover yesterday morning 
will be buried in a single grave at St. Mary's cemetery. The procession 
will then continue to Calvary cemetery where the Vandebusch girl will 
be buried.
As preparations for the funeral were being completed today, it was 
learned that two of the injured, Donald Vandebusch, 1, and Eleanor 
Mrotek, 7, had been able to leave the hospital yesterday afternoon 
and today as their injuries were only minor. Leona Vandebusch, 14, 
and Dorothy Vandebusch, 5, continue to remain unconscious at the Holy 
Family hospital and the terrible shock of the tragedy was taking toll 
upon Mrs. Peter Vandebusch, the driver of the death car, and the 
condition was being aggravated as details of the accident occurred to 
her at the hospital.
Tells Story of Tragedy
In vivid language, Eleanor Mrotek, who lost her mother and sister in 
the accident, told her father of the scenes enacted immediately before
and after the tragedy. The driver of the death car had not noticed the 
approach of the train, Eleanor first observing it from her vantage 
place in the front seat. She called to Mrs. Vandebusch and others 
took up the call to halt the automobile but it was too late-the crash 
occurred in a moment.
Little Eleanor, suffering from bruises, told of crawling out of 
the wreckage, of seeing her sister lying dead across a fender and 
of seeing others in the party in heaps in the immediate vicinity. 
Mrs. Vandebusch, ignoring her own injuries went from person to 
person and as she realized the terrible nature of the accident, 
she became hysterical and all the way to Manitowoc was suffering 
terribly from the mental anguish.
Bodies Are Mangled
An expert from Chicago was called here last night to assist local 
undertakers in rebuilding the features of the mangled vicitms. Mrs. 
Victor Powlisz and Martha Vandebusch, 12, being the most cut up as 
others went to their deaths because of internal and other injuries. 
During all of last night and again today, several undertakers were 
at work preparing the bodies so they could be taken to the respective 
homes late this afternoon and they will remain there until funeral 
services.
Tell of Seating Arrangement
Four persons, Mrs. Vandebusch, the driver; Leona Vandebusch with her 
one year old brother, Donald, on her lap and Miss Eleanor Mrotek were 
occupants of the front seat of the 1923 touring car while Mrs. Powlisz, 
26, Mrs. Mrotek, 32, Gertude Mrotek, 5, Marian Powlisz, 2 1/2, 
Dorothy Vandebusch, 5, and Martha Vandebusch, 12 were in the rear seat.
All of the dead were occupants of the rear seat, the only one seated 
in the front seat to be seriously injured being Leona Vandebusch who 
is still unconscious at the hospital. The sixth occupant of the rear 
seat, Dorothy Vandebusch, 5, is also still unconscious.
Funeral Services
It is planned to start the funeral procession at the Peter Vandebusch 
home, 1105 S. Tenth street, at about 8 o'clock Monday morning. From 
there, the procession will go to the Mrotek home, 1620 Madison street, 
where the bodies of Mrs. Mrotek and her daughter will be received, 
the procession then winding its way to the Victor Powlisz home, 1225 
S. Eighteenth street, where Mrs. Powlisz and their only child will 
join the other dead to be taken to St. Mary's church were funeral 
services will be held. Solemn requiem high mass services have been 
arranged for 9 o'clock.
(The following is in squared off box.)
TOY AUTO AND TRAIN IN WRECK
Playthings, which had served to amuse and entertain the tragedy victims 
while they were happily playing at their homes before going on the 
fateful trip, were strewn along the railroad tracks with the other 
wreckage yesterday at Clover. Two of them stood out in silent mockery 
of what had happened. They were a toy automobile and the locomotive of 
a toy train.

Following the services at the church, the four bodies will be taken 
to the St. Mary's church cemetery and all will be buried in the same 
lot. After the services at St. Mary's, the cortege will continue to 
Calvary cemetery where services for Martha Vandebusch are to be held.
Shock is Severe One
The terrible nature and the completeness of the disasters which almost 
wiped out three famileis (sic), today still gripped the members of the 
relationship so that little of coherent details could be secured.
The tragedy is the worst automobile accident in the history of the 
county and records disclose it to be the worst grade crossing accident 
in this section in ten years. The accident which took the greatest 
number of lives in one crash took place near New London when six 
residents of Sheboygan county were killed.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, August 2, 1930 P.1
********* 
NOTE: Also on the front page of August 2, 1930 P.1, are two photos 
of the train accident with the following under the photos:
Two views taken by a Herald-News photographer of the wrecked light 
automobile which caused the death of five of its ten occupants at 
Clover yesterday graphically show how close was the margin of safety.
The upper view shows the front of the car to be practically undamaged, 
the tires are still solid and no damage has been caused to the hood 
and front fenders.
Badly wrecked condition of the rear and top of the automobile shows 
how severe was the jolt which carried it only about 30 feet is shown 
in the upper and lower photos, the lower photo in additon showing 
that the car was only carried a slight distance from the roadway in 
the background. The absence of trees on either side of the track 
tended to make the visibility clear but the ability to see approaching 
trains is diminished by the angle at which roadway and tracks meet.
Although the customary "Look Out for the Cars" sign is displayed 
there is no warning going at the intersection.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, August 2, 1930 P.1
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(NOTE: I can't find the one who was buried at Calvary #43)


GEORGE TULACH

George Tulach, 74, of 1015 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Thaddeus J. Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Tulach was born April 30, 1897, at Manitowoc, son of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. John Tulach. He married Rose Buretta April 12, 1921, at Manitowoc. 
His wife preceded him in death May 19, 1971. Prior to his retirement in 
1951 he was a lieutenant of the Manitowoc Police Dept. for 22 years. He 
organized the School Safety Patrol System of the City of Manitowoc. He was 
a 50-year member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 706 and St. Mary 
Holy Name Society.
Survivors include two daughters, two brothers, Washington and John, of 
Chicago; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A son, Glenn 
and a sister preceded him in death. (Survivors edited for privacy)
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday where a 
memorial servive will be held at 7:30 p.m. by the Holy Name Society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 21, 1972


ROSE TULACH

Mrs. George Tulack(sic), 71, 1012 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
evening at home.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 
10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. Koszarek 
will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Tulack, nee Rose Buretta, was born Jan. 16, 1900, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late John and Anna Buretta. She resided in Manitowoc all her life. She 
was married to George Tulack April 12, 1924, at St. Mary Church, Manitowoc. 
The couple celebrated its golden wedding anniversary this past April. Mrs. 
Tulack was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary and the Rosary 
Society of St. Mary Church.
Survivors include her husband, two daughters, three brothers, Andrew and Alois 
of Manitowoc and Joseph of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Ray Boyd of Florida 
and Mrs. Alois Rohrer of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and two great grand-
children. A son, Glenn, preceded her in death in April of 1970, and a brother 
and a sister also preceded her in death. (Survivors edited for privacy)
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday where a Rosary 
will be recited at 4:30 p.m. by the Rosary Society and a Memorial service 
will be held at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 20, 1971


AGNES VETTER

Mrs. Agnes (Koneczka) Vetter, 76, of 1335 S. 24th St., Manitowoc, 
died early Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. Thaddeus J. Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in the 
church cemetery.
Mrs. Vetter, nee Agnes Migacz, was born April 2, 1896, at Milwaukee, 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Migacz. She was married to 
Joseph Koneczka in 1920 at Milwaukee. He preceded her in death in 1941. 
She was then married to Arthur Vetter in 1950 at Manitowoc. He preceded 
her in death in 1972.
Survivors include two sons, Sylvester and Joseph Koneczka, of Manitowoc; 
four daughters, Mrs. Kurt (Louise) Schmidt and Mrs. Paul (Marie) Balko, 
of Santa Barbara, Calif., Mrs. Johanna Sprang and Mrs. Henry (Theresa) 
Cisler, of Manitowoc; 16 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday. Memorial 
serice will be at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 20, 1972 P.7
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(VETTER, AGNES/Apr 02 1896/Jun 1972)


CLARA VNUK

Mrs. Clara Barbara Vnuk, 82, of 1715 Madison St., Mantiowoc, died Friday 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral servies will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home 
and at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. 
Koszarek wil officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Vnuk, nee Clara Mushel, was born Sept. 18, 1890, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Anton and Mathilda Burry Mushel. She was married to Leo Vnuk 
Oct. 26, 1909, at Manitwoc. Mr. Vnuk preceded her in death in 1943. She was 
a member of the Rosary Society of St. Mary Catholic Church.
Survivors include a son, Theodore, of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Fred (Leone) 
Weber, of Miami, Fla.; a brother, John Mushel, of Mantiowoc; five grandchildren 
and two great grandchildren. Two sons, two daughters, three brothers and two 
sisters preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday. The Rosary will 
be recited by the St. Mary Rosary Society at 3:30 p.m. and memorial services 
will be at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 20, 1972


SOPHIA VNUK

SOPHIA VNUK DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS
Miss Sophia Vnuk, 19 years of age, who had been ill for the past 
six months at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Vnuk, 
1112 South Twentieth street, died Tuesday afternoon. Besides the 
parents, four brothers, Alex, John and Joseph, of this city, and 
Alois, in the United States navy and two sisters, Mrs. Jos. Tadych 
and Sarah Vnuk, both of this city, survive. Burial will take place 
Friday morning from St. Mary’s church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, October 08, 1918, Page 8


CHRISTIAN WACKER

Name: Wacker, Christian
D.: 4/12/1878
B.:
Reg. D.: 6/20/1879
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 20 Yrs.
B.P.: Germany
D.P.: Mtwc.
Cem.: Graveyard of Cath. Ch. Mtwc.
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. Hennrich Jacobs
Spouse:
F.:
M.: Anna Mary Schrade
Cause of Death: Consumption
Pg. #: v.1 p.307


ANTONI WAIER

Anton Waier died at his home, 2316 Marshall street, yesterday, a 
victim of tuberculosis. He was a native of this city and would have 
been 26 years of age Jan. 6. He is survived by a wife, his aged 
parents and several brothers and sisters. The funeral will be held 
at St. Mary’s church tomorrow.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, December 14, 1917, Page 2


ESTHER WAIER

An infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Weir, 1807 Hamilton street, 
died yesterday. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning from St. 
Mary’s church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, June 19, 1917


NICHOLAS WALLANDER

Nicholas Wallander, 6, son of Mr. and Mrs. (private)Wallander, of 1915 Madison 
St., Manitowoc, died Monday enroute to Unversity Hospital at Madison of leukemia.
Funeral services are tentatively set for Thursday morning at St. Mary Catholic 
Church Manitowoc, with burial in St. Mary Cemetery.
The child was born July 9, 1957, at Manitowoc to (private) Wallander 
and was a first grade pupil at Cleveland School.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Leschke-Bergner funeral home is in charge.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 31, 1964 P. 3
********
Funeral services for Nicholas Wallander, 6, of 1915 Madison St., Manitowoc, who 
died of Leukemia enroute to University Hospital, Madison, Monday, will be at 
8:30 a.m. Friday at Leschke-Bernger Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at 
St. Mary Catholic Church. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. John S. Landowski will officiate 
at the Mass of Angels and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 1, 1964 P. 14


VALENTINE WAUK

From Der Nord Westen, 22 Apr. 1897:
Death on Easter Sunday in the Polish Church, during the service, 
of Valentine Wauk of a heart attack. The deceased, who was 63, 
was buried Tues. in the Polish Cemetery.


JULIANA WAYER

Mrs. John Wayer, wife of Patrolman John Wayer of the police department, 
died at the hospital on Sunday, giving her life as a result of influenza 
from which she suffered for a week or more. The funeral will be held 
from the late home, 2316 Marshal street, to St. Mary’s, Thursday morning. 
Besides her husband Mrs. Wayer is survived by a family of children. 
Deceased was a sister of Matt Muhowsky, of Clover and was born at Newton.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, October 28, 1918, Page 2
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CARD OF THANKS
The funeral of Mrs. John Wayer, wife of Officer Wayer, took place this 
morning from St. Mary’s church. A husband, four children, mother, five 
sisters and four brothers survive. Mr. Wayer desires to extend thanks 
to members of the police department and all others for kindness shown.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, October 31, 1918, Page 4


JOHN WAZNY

John A. Wazny, 57, of 1504 South 23rd St., Manitowoc, a veteran of 
World War I, died Wednesday morning at the Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc and at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Edward Nowakowski will officiate and burial will 
be in the church cemetery. The American Legion will conduct rites at 
the grave.
He was born in Poland in 1896 and came to the United States at an 
early age settling in Toledo, Ohio. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 
World War I and came to Manitowoc 25 years ago. In 1949 he married 
Miss Mary Bialozynski. He was employed at the Invincible Metal 
Furniture Company and was a member of the American Legion.
Surviving are his wife and three sons, (Survivors omitted for privacy.) 
of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday where the 
Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, May 19, 1954 P. 27


BERNARD WEINA

Bernard Weina, 78, of 1424 S. 31st St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday at the 
family residence.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. 
Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Weina was born Aug. 22, 1894, at Manitowoc, son of the late Julius and 
Thecla Jagodinski Weina. He married Helen Stanzel Apr. 11, 1921, at St. Anne 
Catholic Church, Francis Creek. He was a veteran of World War I, serving in 
the United States Army. He was employed at Medusa Portland Cement Co. and 
retired in 1959. Mrs. Weina preceded him in death Nov. 9, 1970.
Survivors include two sons, two daughters, three brothers, Theodore, Conrad 
and Anton, of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Mathilda Wisniewski, of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Thecla Fricke, of California; 19 grandchildren and five great grand-
children. A brother and a sister preceded him in death. 
(Survivors edited for privacy)
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday where Memorial 
services will be at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 28, 1972


ROBERT WEINA

Robert B. Weina, 96, who had been a patient at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc, the past two and a half years, died there Thursday.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home 
and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rt. Rev. 
Msgr. John S. Landowski will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Weina was born Nov. 2, 1873, in Germany, son of the late Anton and 
Marcella Neidy Weina. He married Margaret Michalek Feb. 15, 1897, at St. 
Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. His wife preceded him in death Oct. 27, 
1966. He had been employed by the Spindler Company, Manitowoc, retiring 
in 1937.
Survivors include two sons, Anton of Manitowoc, and Paul of Chicago; two 
daughters, Mrs. Martha Schweigl and Mrs. Helen Popp of Manitowoc; 17 
grandchildren; 49 great grandchildren and 20 great great grandchildren. 
A daughter and a son preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 o'clock this Friday 
afternoon where a Rosary will be recited at 7 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 10, 1970


ADAM WELNICKI

SAVED FROM WORSE FATE
Death Intervenes In Case of Adam Welnicke Thought To Have Been Insane.
Apoplexy which caused death, saved Adam Welnicke, a South Side resident, 
from a worse fate - that of insanity - last evening, when he died at 
his home on Sixteenth street. Welnicke was 45 years of age and had been 
employed in chopping wood at Newton. Wednesday he was obligated to give 
up work, suffering from severe pain in the head, which developed all 
symptoms of insanity and made him very violent. He was brought to the 
city and continued in the same state until his career was terminated 
by the bursting of a blood vessel in the brain. 
Welnicke was married and leaves a wife and family in poor circumstances. 
The funeral will be held Saturday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, February 15, 1901, p. 1
*********
From Der Nord Westen, 21 Feb. 1901:
Adam Welnick, a local resident who was working in Newton, was brought back 
here for examination of mental illness. He was examined by Dr. Kemper who 
confirmed the diagnosis, but also found the man to be extremely ill. The 
man was suffering such terrible heart pains that he had lost his reason. 
On Thurs. a stroke took the life of the unfortunate man. He leaves his 
widow and several children. The funeral was held Sat.


MARY WICIHOWSKE

Mrs. John Wicikowske(sic), 91, nee Mary Richter, of this city, died 
Sunday, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Matilda Rank. 
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home and 9 o'clock at the St. Mary's Church, the Rev. John 
Landowski officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 
She was born in Germany and came to this country in 1882. Her husband 
died several years ago. 
Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Rank, Mrs. Mary Rietz, Mrs. Emma 
Schweitzer, and Mrs. Josephine Soll, all of Milwaukee; and daughter-
in-law Mrs. Rose Wicikowske, of this city. There are 16 grandchildren, 
and 22 great-grandchildren. 
The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 7 p.m. Tuesday. 
Manitowoc Herald-Times, April 29, 1946
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


ROSE WICIHOWSKI

Mrs. Rose Wicihowski, 70, of 1222 S. 26th St., Manitowoc, died 
Saturday night at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan, where she had 
been a patient for five days.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, and 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. 
John Landowski will officiate and burial will be in the church 
cemetery. 
The former Rose Jagodzinski was born March 26, 1887, daughter of 
the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Jagodzinski. She married in 1906 to 
John Wicihowski, and he died in 1918.
Surviving her are three daughters, Mrs. George March, Mrs. Ervin 
Vetter and Mrs. Thomas Shallue, four sons, Joseph, Florian, Harry, 
and Alex and a brother, Mike, of Manitowoc: 34 grandchildren and 
seven great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be 
recited by the Knights of Columbus at 6:30 o’clock this Monday 
evening.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 28, 1957
*********
Funeral Services for Mrs. Rose Wicihowski, 70, of 1222 S. 26th 
Street, Manitowoc, who died Saturday were at 8:30 a.m. at Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a. m. at St. Mary's Catholic 
Church. The Rev. Edward Nowakowski officiated and burial was in 
St. Mary's Cemetery. 
Pallbearers were George Marshall, Thomas Shallue, Robert & George 
Wicihowski, Ervin Vetter and Richard Endries. 
Manitowoc-Herald-Times, Tuesday, October 1, 1957
(All sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


PAUL WIER

Paul F. Wier, 63, of 1515 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Leschke-Bergner Funeral 
Home and at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. John 
Koprowski will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Wier was born Aug. 14, 1907, at Manitowoc, son of the late Michael and Anna 
Schroeder Wier. He attended schools at Manitowoc. He was last employed at Lapcor 
Plastics Inc., retiring in April of 1967.
Survivors include three brothers, Joseph, Alois and August of Manitowoc and a 
sister, Mrs. Felix Budnik, of Manitowoc. Four brothers and two sisters preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 o'clock this Monday afternoon where 
a Rosary will be recited by Father Koprowski at 7 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 25, 1971


SARAH MARIE WIESNER

Sarah Marie Wiesner, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery Wiesner, 
of 309A N. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Friday at St. Vincent Hospital, 
Green Bay.
Private funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald Schneider officiated and burial was in 
St. Mary Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Sarah Marie was born Aug. 3, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. August 6, 1973


MRS. GEORGE WNUCK

From Der Nord Westen, 18 Mar. 1897:
Death Sat. in the local hospital of Mrs. George Wnuck, age 42, of cancer. 
She leaves her husband and 7 children. Burial was Mon. morning in the 
Polish Cemetery.


KATARZYNA WNUK

From Der Nord Westen, 28 Feb. 1907: 
Death Thursday last week of 75-year old Mrs. Kate Wnuk in the home of her
daughter, Mrs. Anna Frozena. The funeral was held Saturday at the Polish
Cemetery.


CECELIA WOYTAL

Mrs. Cecelia Woytal, 74, (photo) formerly of 1133 S. 20th St., 
Manitowoc, died Wednesday of a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Leschke-Bergner 
Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rt. Rev. Msgr. John S. Landowski will officiate and burial 
will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Woytal, nee Cecelia Becker was born Nov. 15, 1895, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late John and Mary Ziarnik Becker. She was married to 
Stanley Woytal Sept. 20, 1915. He preceded her in death in 1968.
Mrs. Woytal was organist, choir director and drama director at St. Mary 
Church for 47 years. She began as organist in 1918 and retired in 1965 
after playing Sunday and daily Masses, special devotions during Lent, 
church holidays, weddings, funerals and other special services. Mrs. 
Woytal was also a member of the Altar and Rosary Society of St. Mary 
Church.
Survivors include a son, Leonard of Manitowoc; seven sisters, Mrs. 
Valeria Tadych, Mrs. Walter (Clara) Osieczanek, Mrs. Marie Denk, Mrs. 
Felix (Frances) Frozena, Mrs. John (Martha) Zagrodnik, Mrs. Walter 
(Dorothy) Erickson and Mrs. Leon (Helen) Novak of Manitowoc; two 
brothers, Anton and Ervin Becker of Manitowoc and a grandson (private). 
A brother, Alois Becker, preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2:30 p.m. Friday where the 
Rosary will be recited at 3 p.m. by the Altar and Rosary Society and 
at 7 p.m. by the congregation.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 24, 1969 P.22
********
(Nov 14 1895/Sep 1969/SSDI)
(Note: b. date in obit and on SSDI don't match)


DOROTHY (KOZACZUK) YOUNG

Dorothy (Kozaczuk) Young, age 83, of 2350 S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, 
died Thursday, March 15, 2007 at Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center, Manitowoc. 
Dorothy was born on Dec. 8, 1923 in Sheboygan, daughter of the 
late Harold and Harriet (Warner) Graff. 
She was a nursing assistant for 15 years at Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center. Dorothy was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary No. 
706 and the Manitowoc Senior Center.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) 
Dorothy was preceded in death by one son, William, one daughter, 
Patricia, one granddaughter, Patti Ann and one sister, Margaret 
Block. 
Memorial services will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 21 at 
the Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. 
Officiating at the service will be Deacon Alan Boeldt. Burial of 
the cremated remains will be at St. Mary's Cemetery, Manitowoc 
at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 22. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral 
Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 6 to 8 p.m. on 
Wednesday, March 21. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is 
assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 18, 2007 


ANIELA ZAGRODNIK

DEATH CLAIMS MRS. ZAGRODNIK
Funeral Will Be Held Friday At St. Mary's Church
Mrs. John Zagrodnik, 49, 1115 South 20th street, died at 5:30 Tuesday 
afternoon at her home, following a two year illness. Funeral services 
will be held Friday at 8:30 a.m. from the home and at 9 o'clock from 
St. Mary's church, the Rev. J.M. Pociecha officiating. Burial will be 
in St. Mary's cemetery. The body will be removed to the home late this 
afternoon from the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home.
Mrs. Zagrodnik, nee Lillie Korlesky, was born in Manitowoc Jan. 6, 1884. 
She was married to John Zagrodnik Jan. 27, 1904. She has made her home 
in this city all of her life. The deceased was a member of the Rosary 
and St. Agnes societies of the St. Mary's church.
Besides her husband the deceased is survived by two sons, Dominic and 
Stanley of this city; three daughters, Mrs. Edward Ploederl, Theresa and 
Alice of this city; four brothers, Martin, John and Frank of Manitowoc 
and Peter of Nordheim; three sisters, Mrs. Jacob Jagodinsky, Mrs. Joseph 
Borucki and Mrs. Joseph Revolinsky, all of this city; and two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, November 29, 1933 P 3


ANNA ZAGRODNIK  (d. 1915)

Anna, five year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Zagrodnik, died 
Monday at the family home, 1144 Twenty-third street, and the funeral 
was held today.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, September 22, 1915, Page 3


GUSTA ZAGRODNIK

YOUNG GIRL IS SUMMONED BY DEATH TODAY
Miss Gusta, daughter of Mrs. J. Zagrodnik, 1129 South Twenty-second street, 
died at the hospital this morning, death being due to complications which 
an operation that she underwent a few days ago failed to relieve. Miss 
Zagrodnik was 20 years of age, having been born in this city Sept. 5, 1902. 
She is survived by her mother and several brothers and sisters.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. January 23, 1923 P. 8.


JOSEF ZAGRODNIK

AFTER MANY DAYS - ZIGRODNEK
The body washed ashore at Sheboygan Thursday was identified as the 
younger of the two unfortunate fisherman, Joseph Zigrodnek instead 
of Florian Mouka as was first thought. The shoes worn by the young 
men were means by which this feet was revealed the corpse being 
badly decomposed. A sad scene was presented at the depot Friday 
when the body was brought to the city for burial. The mother could 
scarcely restrain her grief and all were greatly affected. The 
funeral occurred from the Polish church, Rev. Krzwonos officiating, 
interment was at the Polish cemetery. The circumstances surrounding 
the case were indeed sad and the bereaved parents have the sympathy 
of the community.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, August 3, 1901, p. 1
(NOTE: I believe this is the right person, but without the original
story, I can't be positive/this is the right name and cemetery)


JOHN ZALEWSKI

John Zaljusky(sic), aged 24, son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Zaljusky, 1028 So. 
Twentieth street, died after a long illness of tuberculosis. The funeral 
will be held from St. Mary’s church at 9 tomorrow morning.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, February 05, 1915, Page 1
(Note: From city directory/residents of 1028 So. 20th in 1915/ 
Mrs. Victoria Zalewska (widow of Mich.), John, Helen, Clara, Victoria, Michael)


VICTORIA ZALEWSKI  (d. 1918)

MRS. ZALEWSKY DEAD
Mrs. Victoria Zalewski, 60 years of age, widow of the late Michael 
Zalewski, passed away last night, at the family home, 1028 South 
Twentieth street, after a several months’ illness. Nine children, 
Walter, Wencil, Mrs. Tillie Gorecki, Mrs. Martha Jagodinsky, 
Michael Jr., Helen and Victoria, all of this city. Mrs. Anna 
Shamrock, and Mrs. Clara Hopp, both of Fond du Lac, four brothers, 
and one sister, survive. Burial will take place Saturday morning 
from St. Mary’s church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, October 08, 1918, Page 15
*********
Mrs. Frank Shermack and Mrs. John Hopp have returned to Fond du Lac. 
They had been here to attend the funeral of their mother, Mrs. 
Victoria Zelewski, South Twentieth street.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, October 14, 1918, Page 2


VICTORIA ZALEWSKI  (d. 1922)

FORMER LOCAL GIRL DIES AT FOND DU LAC
Miss Victoria Zalewski died yesterday at Fond du Lac at the home of her 
sister, Mrs. Frank G. Shamrock with whom she had made her home for three 
years. The body will be brought to this city tonight and the funeral will 
be held tomorrow morning at 9 o'clock from the home of Mrs. Larry Gorecki, 
932 South Twentieth street, with services at St. Mary's Catholic church. 
Burial will be at the St. Mary's cemetery.
Miss Victoria Zalewski was born in this city April 7, 1899 and was twenty-
three years old. She attended the local schools and later was employed at 
the plant of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company. Three years ago she 
left the city to make her home at Fond du Lac and death followed an illness 
of six months. She is survived by five sisters, Mrs. Frank Shamrock, Mrs. 
A.C. DeVelive and Mrs. John Hopp, all of Fond du Lac, Mrs. Larry Gorecki 
and Mrs. Alex Zagrodnik, this city and two brothers, Walter and Michael 
Zalewski, also of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday August 9, 1922 P. 8


JOSEPHINE ZAWATZKI

Mrs. Josephine Zawatzki, 72, died early today at her home, 1302 South 
15th street, following a lingering illness.
Due to the 40 hours devotions at St. Marys Catholic church, the services 
will not be held until 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer Funeral home 
and at 9 a.m. at St. Marys Catholic church. The Rev. John Landowski will 
officiate with burial in St. Marys cemetery.
Mrs. Zawatzki, nee Koezorowski, was born in Two Rivers in 1878 and 
following her marriage to Lawrence Zawatzki in 1904, moved to Manitowoc. 
He died 23 years ago.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Martin Tomchek and Mrs. Paul Ziarnik 
of Manitowoc, Mrs. Lester Harmon of Milwaukee; son, Joseph of Chicago; 
brother, Anton of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Frank Monka, Mrs. Mary 
Doncheck and Mrs. Louis Rocheleau of Two Rivers; 11 grandchildren and two 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 p.m. Tuesday until time of 
services. The rosary will be recited at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, March 18, 1950 P.2


ELEANOR A. ZELEWSKE

Death Release From Suffering Fro Miss Zelewske
Death came as a release from suffering for Miss Eleanore Charlotte Zelewske 
at the family home, 932 South Twenty-third street, at 2:30 yesterday 
afternoon after an illness of more then a year. The funeral will be held 
Saturday morning from the home at 8:30 with services at 9 o'clock at St. 
Mary's Catholic church, the Rev. S.J. Dubiszewski officiating. Burial will 
be at St. Mary's cemetery.
Born here March 21, 1906, Miss Zelewske was nineteen at her last birthday. 
She attended the local schools and after leaving school remained at home 
to assist her mother with the household duties. She is survived by her 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Zelewske, two sisters, Eva and Elizabeth and 
three brothers, Norbert, Walter Jr., and Arthur.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, June 10, 1925 P. 2
(Note: The year of death on the tombstone is 1924.)


WALTER ZELEWSKE

RIVER CLAIMS FIRST DROWNING VICTIM
WALTER ZELEWSKE JR. AGED 13, LOSES LIFE AT RAPIDS TUESDAY WHEN HE WADES INTO HOLE
Companions Become Panic Stricken and Fail To Rescue Him - Max Mrotek, 9, Rescued 
By His Older Brother From a Similar Fate-Nine Boys in Party
In the first drowning fatality of the present summer in Manitowoc, 
Walter Zelewske, Jr., aged 13, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Zelewske, Sr., 
932 South Twenty-third street lost his life in the upper Manitowoc river, 
near the first Rapids bridge late Tuesday afternoon.
Zelewske was one of a party of nine boys who had gone swimming at the 
Rapids. Most of them were from the west side here, others in the party 
being boys from Rapids. It came close to being a double tragedy for Max 
Mrotek, aged nine years, was rescued by his brother Arthur, 11, after he 
had stepped into the same hole that Zelewske stumbled into, while wading 
out from the bank of the stream.
Body Recovered in 2 Hours
The drowning occurred shortly before three o'clock in the afternoon, 
and it was nearly two hours later before M. Schettl and Harold Weisner, 
dragging the river bottom from a row boat with an improvised drag made 
from barbed wire torn from an adjoining fence, succeeded in locating 
the body and bringing it to the surface.
Reports of the drowning, as told by Zelewskie's companions vary 
considerably, but it is evident that his companions became panic 
stricken when they saw the Zelewske boy sink from sight and although 
he came up three times they failed to rescue him. During his struggle 
in the water Zelewske grabbed the arm of Paul Weina, one of the boys 
in the group but the latter succeeded in breaking his hold and swimming 
to safety. The Weina boy is a son of Robert Weina, South Twenty-fifth 
street, who is at the hospital here with a fractured skull, as a result 
of an automobile accident near Whitelaw last Sunday.
Leaves Homes After Dinner
The Zelewske boy, in company with Arthur and Max Mrotek and Paul Weina 
set out from their homes on the west side shortly after dinner yesterday 
for the Rapids to go swimming in the river. They selected a spot near the 
old picnic ground, where the river bends just before reaching the first 
Rapids bridge. Near this spot is a hole, which is eight feet deep and it 
is said that an older boy warned the youngsters not to go near the spot.
The Mrotek boys said that they were wading about the river and with 
Zelewske suddenly got in beyond their depth. Neither Zelewske nor the 
younger Mrotek could swim. The former suffered from rupture and although 
13 years of age did not seem to be over ten. Arthur Mrotek who could swim 
came to the rescue and succeeded in pulling his brother from his precarious 
position.
Villagers Drag River
By this time the alarm had spread. Young Zelewske had come up three times, 
each time clutching weeds in his hand, which he had grabbed when he sank 
to the bottom. The alarm spread to the village of Rapids and men from there 
came to aid in the search for the boy. Several tried diving into the deep 
part where Zelewske had disappeared but failed to locate the body.
It was then that Schettl and Wiesner in a boat with the wire drag started 
operations and located the body after an hour's work. It was brought to 
the bank and later taken to the Shimek & Schwartz undertaking parlors, 
and the parents notified.
In the meantime the other boys had dressed hastily and departed for their 
homes. In addition to the two Mrotek brothers and Paul Weina, the party 
included Arnold and Clarence Reimers, Leonard Turchinski, Lew Ensign and 
Clarence Warunda.
Home A Sad One
The Zelewske home was a sad one last night and today. The mother of the 
drowned lad has just recently recovered from a serious illness and had 
been up and about but a few days.
Besides the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Zelewske, Sr., two brothers, 
Norbert and Arthur and two sisters, Elizabeth and Eva survive. The boy 
was a student at the St. Mary's parochial school and had just completed 
the fifth grade.
Funeral services will take place Friday morning from the St. Mary's 
Catholic church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, July 11, 1928 P. 2


MARY ZENDALA

Mrs. Mary Zendala, 87, of 1014 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, and 
at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. 
Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Zendala, nee Mary Mella, was born Dec. 30, 1883, in the Town of Newton, 
daughter of the late Francis and Veronica Mella. She was married to Steve 
Zendala Nov. 27, 1910, at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death March 5, 1942. 
Mrs. Zendala was a member of the Rosary Society of St. Mary Church.
Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Harry (Eleanore) Kasten, Mrs. Ray 
(Esther) Meyer and Miss Florence, of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Hugo (Helen) Cutrera, 
of Lincolnwood, Ill., and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday where a Rosary 
will be recited at 4:30 p.m. by the Rosary Society and a Memorial service will 
be held at 7:45 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 31, 1971


ALEX ZIARNIK

ZIARNIK-Mr. Alex, 63, of 1912 Marshall Street, died Monday. Funeral 
services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the Pfeffer funeral 
home and at 9 a.m. at the St. Mary Catholic church, the Rev. John 
Landowski officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary cemetery. The body 
may be viewed this evening at the funeral home until the hour of 
services Thursday. The rosary will be recited Wednesday evening at 
7 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 23, 1949 P. 17


ANNA ZIARNIK  (d. 1919)

Mrs. Anna Ziarnik, wife of Charles Ziarnik, 2201 Marshall street, 
died on Saturday of influenza. The deceased was 28 years of age. 
The funeral will be held on Wednesday from the home.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, October 28, 1918, Page 2
*******
(NOTE: I checked with the cem. office and her record says she
died in 1919.)


BETTY J. ZIARNIK

Miss Betty Ziarnik, 22, of 1024 South 22nd street, Manitowoc, 
a senior at LaCrosse State Teachers college, La Crosse, Wis., 
died Thursday evening at Holy Family hospital following a 
short illness.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Pfeffer 
funeral home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic 
church, the Rev. John Landowski officiating. Burial will be in 
St. Mary cemetery, Manitowoc.
Betty Ziarnik was born in 1929 in Milwaukee and came to Manitowoc 
with her parents when she was a child. She attended Manitowoc 
Parochial schools, was graduated from Lincoln high school in 1947, 
and was a senior at La Crosse State teachers college.
Survivors are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Ziarnik of 1024 
South 22nd street, Manitowoc; two brothers, Robert of Milwaukee 
and George of Milwaukee.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Saturday and 
the rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, January 12, 1951 P. 12


CHARLES ZIARNIK

Charles Ziarnik, 66, of 1334 South 21st street, died early today, 
following a lingering illness.
He was born in the city in 1880 and in 1922 married Miss Tillie 
Schroeder. She survives with two daughters; son (Survivors omitted 
for privacy.); two brothers, Ignatz of this city and Walter of Two 
Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Frank Matczynski and Mrs. Agnes Musial 
both of this city; and five grandchildren.
He was a member of the Stanislaus Koska society of St. Mary's 
church.
Funeral plans will be announced Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 24, 1946 P.2
********
Funeral services for Charles Ziarnik, of 1334 South 21st street, 
who died yesterday, will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the home 
and at 9 o'clock at the St. Marys Catholic church, the Rev. John 
Landowski officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
The body will be moved to the Ziarnik home Thursday afternoon from 
the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home and the rosary will be recited 
at 7 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 25, 1946 P.2


FRANCISZEK ZIARNIK

From Der Nord Westen, 10 May 1906:
23-year old Frank Zarnik here died Friday. He is survived by 
a widow, his parents and several sisters. The funeral was held 
Monday from the Polish Church.


HARRY ZIARNIK  (d. 1920)

Harry, the thirteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Ziarnek(sic), 
1324 So. Seventeenth street, died yesterday of inflammatory rheumatism.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. November 22, 1920 P. 8


MARY ZIARNIK  (d. 1924)

Mrs. Ziarnik, wife of Frank Ziarnik, 1228 South Twentieth street, died at the 
Holy Family hospital Sunday morning. She had been seriously ill and was removed 
to the hospital for an operation which was undertaken in an effort to save her 
life but proved unsuccessful. The funeral will be held Thursday morning at 9 
o'clock from St. Mary's Catholic church with the services in charge of the Rev. 
S.J. Kubtszewski.
Mrs. Ziarnik, nee Becker, was born in Germany March 25, 1865 and came to America 
at the age of seventeen. She was married here in 1882 and is survived by her 
husband, three sons and one daughter, Felix, Joseph and Leo and Mrs. Anton 
Markowski, all of this city and by one brother, John Beckerr and three sisters, 
Mrs. W. Pekulik, Mrs. Joseph Stasik and Mrs. Anton Ziarnik, also all of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. October 13, 1924 P. 2


MARY ZIARNIK  (d. 1967)

Mrs. Alex Ziarnik, 81, who resided with her son-in-law and daughter, 
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Sleger, 1912 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home 
and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. 
John S. Landowski will officiate and burial will be in the church 
cemetery.
Mrs. Ziarnik was born Oct. 4, 1885, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late 
Anton and Julia Dziobek Revolinsky. She was married to Alex Ziarnik 
Aug. 31, 1907, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She was a 
lifelong resident of Manitowoc and a member of the Rosary Society of 
the church.
She is survived by three sons, Ervin, Raymond and Arnold, of Manitowoc; 
a daughter, Mrs. Edward Sleger, of Manitowoc; nine grandchildren and 
two great grandchildren. Her husband preceded her in death Nov. 21, 1949. 
Three brothers and a sister also preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 3:15 p.m. by the Rosary Society and at 7 p.m. by 
friends and relatives.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, April 20, 1967 P. 18


MARYANNA ZIARNIK

BRIDE OF FEW MONTHS DIES AS PLANS BIRTHDAY
Mrs. Zairnik (sic) Will be Buried On Anniversary of Her Birth
Married but a short time and having planned on celebrating her 
nineteenth birthday anniversary which would have fallen on next 
Friday, Feb. 18, Mr. M. Ziarnik died at her home on South Twenty-
second street this morning at 5 o'clock. Although ill for some 
time, the deceased was thought to be convelescing when the end 
came.
As a girl, Mary Zowatski (sic) was very popular and leaves a wide 
circle of friend of friends (sic) to mourn her untimely demise. 
The funeral will be Friday morning, the anniversary of her birth, 
from the home at 1024 South Twenty-second street, and later from 
St. Mary's church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, February 15, 1916 P.4


MICHAEL ZIARNIK

(co. death record, v.23 p.451 doc.208)
Michael Ziarnik
Male/white/widowed/Retired
b. 1847, Germany/d. 29 Oct. 1927 9:30 a.m., Manitowoc/age 80
cause: mitral regurgitation
parents: not listed
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ANOTHER OLD RESIDENT IS CLAIMED HERE
Death today claimed Michael Ziarnik, old resident of the city, at the 
age of 81 years.  Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 
9 at St. Mary's church, the Rev. Father Kubiezewski officiating, and 
burial will take place in the St. Mary's cemetery.
Born in Poland, Mr. Ziarnik came to this country 55 years ago and has 
made Manitowoc his home since that time.  Death was caused by old age, 
which also claimed Mrs. Ziarnik a year ago.  He is survived by son, 
four daughters, and 29 grandchildren.  Two brothers, Simon of Milwaukee 
and Frank of this city, also survive.
Mr. Ziarnik was an active member of the St. Boniface and St. Joseph 
societies.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, Oct 29, 1927, p.4, col.4


THEODORE ZIARNIK  (d. 1958)

Theodore J. Ziarnik, 61, of 1024 S. 22nd St., Manitowoc, died early Wednesday 
morning at his home following a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church. Msgr. John Landowski will officiate 
with burial in the church cemtery.
Mr. Ziarnik was born May 16, 1887, son of the late Joseph and Anna Mortek Ziarnik. 
He married the former Alice Lekiewiez Jan. 26, 1926.
He was employed as a metal polisher at Mirro Aluminum Co. and was a member of St. 
Mary Holy Name Soxiety.
Survivors include his wife, two sons (private), two brothers, Paul and Emil of 
Manitowoc; five sisters, Mrs. Al Blazei and Mrs. Henry Janquart of Green Bay, 
Mrs. Hugo LaFond of Two Rivers, Mrs. Richard Kuschel of Milwaukee and Mr. Ted 
Komosa of Manitowoc; and four grandchildren. A daughter, Betty, preceded him in 
death Jan. 15, 1951.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday, where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 12, 1958 P. 19
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Pair Will Pledge Troth by Signs
Wedding in Wordless Courtship
Ununual Ceremony to Give Manitowoc Man Milwaukee Bride
A romance of three years, a courtship in which never a word has been spoken 
by the two principals, will culminate on January 23 at Milwaukee when Theodore 
Ziarnik, 1024 South Twenty-second street, this city, claims as his bride Miss 
Alice Letkiewicz, of Milwaukee. (Photo) And the wedding ceremony will be 
without words. A license for the marriage was issued at Miwaukee Monday.
Both principals are unable to speak or hear and their romance, of three years 
has been developed by "word of hand." At the marriage license bureau they 
answered the questions in writing, as the clerk pointed to the questions on 
a printed form.
But they are happy. Through members of her family, the bride-to-be at Milwaukee 
declared she is happy in that she has been led to a man she loves.
Although they were engaged a year, the decision to marry in January, 1926, was 
not reached until New Year's day when Ziarnik visited the home of his sweetheart. 
Then, in the language-the only language-each understood, she said, "Yes," and 
arrangements were made to visit the license bureau.
An eleaborate wedding is being planned. The father, the mother, the brother and 
sister are anxious that the supreme happiness of their daughter and sister shall 
be fittingly celebrated. She is the only one of the family who is unable to speak 
or hear.
Mr. Ziarnik, who is 28, is employed by the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company 
and has been in the plant here for years and after the wedding at Milwaukee the 
couple will come to Manitowoc to take up their home. Miss Letkiewicz is 21 years 
of age and a most attractive girl. A number of relatives and friends from this 
city will attend the wedding at Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 6, 1926 P. 2


CATHERINE ZIELINSKI

Mrs. Catherine Zielinski, 93, a resident of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, 
died Thursday at the home.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. A grandson, the 
Rev. Norman Kadow, will officiate and burial will be in the church 
cemetery.
Mrs. Zielinski, nee Catherine Bury, was born July 31, 1878, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late John and Anna Sigman Bury. She was married to 
Stephen Kadow July 3, 1899, at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 
1927. She then was married to Frank Zielinski Oct. 20, 1931, at Manitowoc. 
He preceded her in death in 1960.
Survivors include a son, Max R. Kadow, of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. 
Albert (Edith) Czechanski, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Louis (Adeline) Ciha, 
of Manitowoc; 10 grandchildren and 36 great grandchildren. Two sons 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 p.m., Sunday. Memorial 
service will be at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 5, 1972 P.9


LYDIA ZIELINSKI

DEATH TODAY CLAIMS MOTHER, 29, WHO LEAVES FAMILY OF FIVE
Mrs. Lydia Zielinski, wife of Peter Zielinski, died at the family 
home, 1915 Madison street, this morning after a long illness. 
Deceased was 29 years of age and besides her husband leaves five 
children, the youngest child being two years old. The funeral will 
be held at St. Mary’s church Tuesday morning at ? o’clock.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, April 03, 1915, Page 5


DANIEL C. ZIGMUND

Funeral services for Pfc. Daniel C. Zigmund, 20 (photo), of this city, 
killed overseas in France in 1944, will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday 
at the Pfeffer funeral home and at 10 o'clock at St. Mary's Catholic 
church, the Rev. John Landowski officiating. Burial will be in the 
church cemetery with military rites by the Drews-Bleser post of the 
American Legion.
Private Zigmund, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Felix Zigmund, of 1226 South 18th 
street, was born in this city, was graduated from Lincoln high school in 
1942 and before entering the service in October, 1943, was employed at the 
ship yards and was a member of the Blues baseball team. He was also a 
member of the Young Men's club of the St. Mary church.
He went overseas in April, 1944, and was killed in France in October of 
the same year and buried in a military cemetery there. Survivors are his 
parents, and three brothers, LeRoy, Giles and Jerome, all of this city.
The body will arrive by train tonight from overseas and be taken to the 
funeral home, where the rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 24, 1948 P. 2


JOSEPH ZIGMUNT, SR.

DIES AT SON'S HOME ON FARM
Joseph Zigmunt Sr., 83, died at four o'clock this morning at the home of 
his son, Joseph, Jr., Town of Kossuth, with whom he has lived for the past 
14 years. Mr. Zigmunt had been ill for five months.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 8:30 from the Pfeffer 
funeral home and at nine o'clock from the St. Mary's Catholic church, the 
Rev. Father J.M. Pociecha officiating. Burial will be in the St. Mary's 
cemetery. The body will lie at the funeral home until the time of services.
Born in Germany, on what is now Polish territory, September 20, 1852, the 
deceased was married twice before coming to America. He married Anastasia 
Petroski, his second wife, in 1879. The couple came to America in 1881. 
After living a few months in Milwaukee they came to Manitowoc. Mr. Zigmunt 
left Manitowoc 14 years ago, at the time of his wife's death, to live with 
his son in Kossuth.
Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Rose Kolby, Mrs. Anna Mueller and 
Mrs. Nellie Powers, all of Milwaukee; three sons, Anton of Manitowoc, John 
of Milwaukee and Joseph, Jr., of Kossuth; seventeen grandchildren and two 
great-grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 30, 1935 P. 2


TOOFILA ZIGMUNT

From Der Nord Westen, 04 Sep. 1902:
Through an unfortunate accident on Tues. the apron of 14-yr. old 
Mary Zigmund caught fire. She is the daughter of Jos. Zigmund who 
lives on the corner of 23rd and Hamilton Sts. In her fear the girl 
began running about and so the fire spread to all of her clothing 
until she was immolated. She was still alive as of Wed. evening, 
but there is little hope that she will survive.
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From Der Nord Westen, 18 Sep. 1902:
Theophelia Zigmund, the child whom we recently reported as having 
suffered terrible burns, died Tues. She will be buried tomorrow 
morning from the Polish Church.


ROSALIA ZINDA

Mrs. Joseph Zinda, 81 (photo), died suddenly of a heart attack, Friday 
afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Joseph Kostuhoski, of 1022 
South 19th street, with whom she resided.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Pfeffer funeral 
home and at 9 o'clock at the St. Mary's Catholic church, the Rev. John 
Landowski officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Zinda, nee Rosella(sic) Jazdwski, was born in Poland in 1865 and when a 
child accompanied her parents to Milwaukee and later to Portage. In 1880 
she was married to Mr. Zinda. They located on a farm in Portage county 
and after the death of her husband, she continued to reside on the farm, 
operated by her son, William. Twenty-eight years ago she came to Manitowoc 
to reside with her daughter.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Kostuhoski and Mrs. Myles Panosh of 
this city, Mrs. P.J. Bruske of Stevens Point; three sons, Frank and Felix 
of Stevens Point, William of Wisconsin Rapids; two brothers, Joseph of 
Scofield, Wis., Leo of Rosholt, Wis.; 39 grandchildren and 52 great-
grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 o'clock tonight. The 
rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Sunday night.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, May 25, 1946 P.2