JOSEPH ACKERMANN Joseph Ackermann, 86, resident of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, the past year, died Sunday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he was a patient 16 days. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. d. L. Krembs will offiicate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Ackermann was born Oct. 31, 1879, in the Town of Newton, son of the late Paul and Bertha Bauer Ackermann. A resident of Manitowoc County all his life, Mr. Ackermann was a charter member of St. Andrew parish. He married Matilda Hertel Feb. 16, 1905. She died June 17, 1920. He owned and operated a farm on Rt. 3, Manitowoc, before retiring. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Edgar (Hildegarde) Rohrbach, of Manitowoc, a sister, Mrs Lillian Holschback, of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, and nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home where at 7 o'clock this Monday evening the Rosary will be recited. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 17, 1966 P. 7 ******** (b. 31 Oct. 1879/d. Oct. 1966/SSDI)
PAUL ACKERMANN HUSBAND DIES AS LAST RITES SAID FOR WIFE Paul Ackermann, 73, Passes Away This Morning While Funeral of Wife Being Held As the last funeral rites were being performed over the remains of his wife this morning at the St. Andrew's church in this city, Paul Ackermann, town of Newton pioneer, who has been in failing health for three months, passed away at the family homestead on Route 3. Mourners coming out from the church services for Mrs. Ackermann this morning were told that the husband had passed away just a few minutes before. Mrs. Ackermann, whose maiden name was Bertha Bauer, had been stricken suddenly last week, while attending her invalid husband and died after only a day's illness. Pioneer of Newton Mr. Ackermann was born in the town of Newton, Oct. 20, 1857 and has always made his home in the town. He was married to Bertha Bauer in 1878. One daughter, Mrs. Alois Holsbach, of this city and a son, Joseph, of Route 3, Manitowoc and two brothers, Henry Ackermann of Arizona and Joseph of this county, survive. Funeral services for Mr. Ackermann will take place on Wednesday morning at 8:30 from the homestead on Route 3 and at nine o'clock from the St. Andrew's Catholic church, with interment at Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. June 9, 1930 P. 14
THERESA ADELMAN Funeral services for Mrs. Joseph Adelman, 79, of 2764 S. 19th St., Manitowoc, who died Thursday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, were held at 10:15 a.m. this Saturday morning at Jens Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. John Hephner officated and burial was in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Adelman, nee Theresa Notz, was born July 18, 1893, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and Theresa Thoms Notz. She attended schools in Manitowoc. She was married to Joseph Adelman in June of 1920. The couple farmed in Manitowoc County. Her husband preceded her in death in 1928. Survivors include a brother, John, of Manitowoc, and nieces and nephews. Four sisters and five brothers preceded her in death. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 4, 1972
BYRDEVA ADELMANN Byrdeva M. Adelmann, age 86, of 1702 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died on Tuesday morning, April 22, 2008, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. She was born on Nov. 7, 1921, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Jack and Caroline (VanLannen) Allen. On May 10, 1941, she married Theodore Adelmann in Iowa. Byrdeva and Ted were co-owners of Adelmann Hauling in Manitowoc for many years. He preceded her in death on Oct. 28, 2000. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and the Manitowoc Eagles. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law; a daughter-in- law; 15 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and five sisters: (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Byrdeva was prceded in death by her son: John Adelmann. She was also preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 25, 2008, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, 928 S. 14th St., Manitowoc and 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. John Schuetze, with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, 2008. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m., led by Deacon Alan Boeldt. The visitation will continue on Friday morning, April 25, 2008, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home from 9 a.m. until the time of the morning prayer service at 10 a.m. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. April 23, 2008
GEORGE ADELMANN George Adelman(sic), 67, potato grower of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, died early Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 9 a. m. Thursday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, followed by a requiem high Mass at 9:30 a. m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church. Celebrants will be the Revs. Henry Letz, Allan Walt and Finton Holzknecht. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Adelman was born March 27, 1886, in the town of Liberty where he resided, until 1906 when he moved to the town of Manitowoc to make his home with a brother, Joseph, living there until 1911 when he married the former Agatha Wagner. The couple operated a farm at Rt. 3, Manitowoc, and the farmer specialized in growing potatoes. He was a member of St. Andrew parish Holy Name Society and the Catholic Order of Foresters. Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Edward Miller, and a son, Alvin, of Rt. 3, Manitowoc; two brothers, Louis of Rt. 1, Kiel, and Leo of Rt. 3, Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Joseph Wollersheim of Valders, Mrs. ???? ???enberg ????? Elkhart ??? and ??? ??? Eigenberger of Sheboygan and ??? grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p. m. Wednesday. The rosary will be recited at 7:30 p. m. Wednesday by the Holy Name Society and the Catholic Order of Foresters. Manitowoc Herald-Times January 26, 1954
LESLIE C. ALBRECHT Albrecht Mr. Leslie C. Albrecht, 66, of 1336 S. 17th St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening, April 6, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate with burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside services will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post No. 659. Mr. Albrecht was born Jan. 11, 1918, at Waukesha, Wis., son of the late Arthur and Mathilda Nickels Albrecht. Mr. Albrecht was a veteran of World War II, serving for 4-1/2 years with the United States Army, and had been stationed in the European Theater. He married the former Lorraine Jagodinsky on Oct.26, 1946, at Manitowoc. Mr. Albrecht was employed by Mirro Aluminum Co. for 47 years, retiring in March, 1983. Survivors include his wife, Lorraine; two daughters and sons-in-law, three brothers and two sisters-in-law, a sister-in-law, a brother-in-law, and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Arnold and a sister, Florence Krumel. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Sunday evening and Monday prior to the time of services. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Sunday, April 8, 1984 (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
GEORGE ALTMANN SR. George M. Altmann Sr., 70, of 903 Dewey St., Manitowoc died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he was a patient one year. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. James De Witt will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Altmann was born April 5, 1899, at Manitowoc, son of the late Michael and Odelia Altmann. Before retiring five years ago he was employed 15 years as a chief engineer at Manitowoc County Hospital. He married Hilda A. Hammelmann Oct. 31, 1922 at Sheboygan. Survivors include a wife, a son, a daughter, and four grandchildren. Two brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where at 7:30 p.m. the Rosary will be recited. Manitowoc Herald Times, 1969 July 17
DOROTHY ANDERSON Dorothy Anderson, age 85, (photo) went home to the Lord, Saturday morning, March 12, 2005 at Northridge Care Center, Manitowoc, where she was a long time resident. Dorothy was born Feb. 5, 1920, the daughter of Walter and Theresa Drill. She was a lifelong resident of Manitowoc attending St. Boniface School and graduating from Lincoln High School. She was a member of the Billy Schultz/ Ringling Brothers Circus during her teenage years as a trapeze and roller- skating artist. She broke the world's record for rotations on the revolving trapeze. She also served as a WAC in the U.S. Army in the 1940's during World War II and worked at Mirro Aluminum company for many years until retirement. Dorothy is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother-in-law; stepdaughter and husband (Survivors omitted for privacy.); nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, George Anderson; her sister, Mary Ann Rosinsky; and brother, Walter Drill. Dorothy was a very dedicated veteran of the Armed Services of our country and had a very deep-rooted faith in the Catholic Church. Her dedication to our country's service led her daughter and granddaughter to follow in her footsteps by becoming members of the U.S. Navy. Her strong faith in her religion became our strength during this past week of emotional difficulty. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc, with burial following at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside rites will be accorded by the VFW Otto Oas Post 659. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Daniel Felton. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Paul Catholic Church from 9:30 until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. Dorothy and her family would like to express their heartfelt gratidute to the staff of Northridge Care Center and especially to the nurses and nurse's aides who provded her with compassion and comfort during her last days on Earth. We wish to especially thank JERILYN who always informed us of mother's condition and treated her with the utmost respect and dignity during her illness. Her thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. SHE LIVES INSIDE Your mother is always with you... She's the whisper of the leaves as you walk down the street She's the smell of bleach in your freshly laundered socks. She's the cool hand on your brow when you're not well. Your mother lives inside your laughter. She's crystallized in every teardrop... She's the place you came from, your first home... She's your first love and your first heartbreak... And nothing on earth can separate you. Not time, not space, not even death... will ever separate you from your mother... You carry her inside of you... Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. March 13, 2005
CAROL M. ANDREW Carol Marie (nee Brilliant) Andrew, age 78, of Winter Haven, beloved wife of Bill Andrew, went to her heavenly reward with our Lord, Jesus Christ, on Monday, June 9, 2008, at her Winter Haven home, ending her 14-year battle with Alzheimer's disease. Carol was brought into this world by her parents, Arthur and Lucy Brilliant, on Nov. 14, 1929, in Manitowoc, where she spent most of her young life. A 1948 graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, she married William (Bill) F. Andrew on Aug. 22, 1951, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Their almost 57 years of happily married life started with a chance meeting at a dance in Manitowoc; you might call it love at first sight. Moving to Florida in November 1960, Carol became a homemaker for her husband and two young sons. She was active in the Blessed Sacrament Circle at St. Joseph Catholic Church for many years. When Bill started his consulting practice, Carol became his secretary/bookkeeper and traveled with him when she could in later years. After the initial diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, Bill became Carol's 24/7 family caregiver during this 14-year journey, their motto became loving is giving…giving is loving. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Her parents preceded Carol in death. Visitation will be at Crisp-Coon Funeral Home, Winter Haven, on Friday, June 13, 2008, from 5 to 8 p.m., with a Catholic vigil service at 7 p.m. with Father Anthony Bluett officiating. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Winter Haven, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, 2008, with Father Peter Puntal officiating. At a later date, a Catholic memorial service will take place in Manitowoc, with internment at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Good Shepherd Hospice. "Loving is giving…giving is loving." Herald Times Reporter, June 13, 2008
ELMER C. ANSORGE Elmer C. Ansorge Sr., 67, of 1413 S. 21st St., Manitowoc, died Thursday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital. Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. Koszarek will officiate with burial in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Ansorge was born Nov. 7, 1907, in the Town of Newton, son of the late Ernest and meta Schmidt Ansorge. He married Sophie E. Revolinsky Aug. 6, 1930, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was employed for 36 years at Manitowoc Engineering Co., retiring at the end of 1972. He was a 50 year member of Eagles Aerie 706 of Manitowoc. Survivors include his wife, a son, a daughter, three brothers, a sister, and three grandchildren. A brother Henry, and a sister, Linda, preceded him in death. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Friday evening, where a wake service will be at 7:30 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, 1975 February 28
GEORGE J. ARETZ George J. Aretz, 76, of 909A Washington St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning at the home after a coronary attack. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 08, 1960 page 13 ******* George J. Aretz, 76, of 909A Washington St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning of a coronary attack at his home. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Alfred Pritzl will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Aretz was born at Cologne, Minn., Jan. 22, 1884, son of the late John and Mary Kugler Aretz. He married Rose Gehling at Cologne Oct. 22, 1912, and the couple resided at St. Paul, Minn., before coming to Manitowoc 18 years ago. Mr. Aretz retired nine years ago. He was a member of the Eagles Aerie and past secretary of Bartenders Local 60?, Surviving are his wife; three sons, Eugene of Indianapolis, Ind., Douglas of Hartford, Conn., and Kenneth of Alhambra, Calif.; four brothers, Frank, Edward, Anthony and John of Cologne; two sisters, Mrs. Charles Spandle of Glenco, Minn., and Mrs. Marie Mihm of Superior, Wis., and five grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 o'clock this Tuesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, February 9, 1960 P. 23 ******* Aretz Funeral Funeral services for George J. Aretz, 76, of 909A Washington St., Manitowoc, who died Monday were at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev Alfred Pritzl officiated and burial was in Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers, members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, were Edward Crowe, Joseph M. Jahorik, Pete Peterson, Arnold Herzog Sr., George Riederer and Charles O'Brien. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, February 10, 1960, page 17
ROSE ARETZ Mrs. Rose Aretz, 81, of 909 Washington St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Curch, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Aretz, nee Rose Gehling, was born Sept. 11, 1888, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Augustine and Julia Meyer Gehling. She was married to George Aretz Oct. 22, 1912, at Minneapolis, Minn. Her husband preceded her in death Feb. 8, 1960. Survivors include two sons, Douglas of Conneticut and Kenneth of Nevada, six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A son preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday, where a memorial service will be at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 10, 1970
MATILDA (TILLIE) G. ARMBRUSTER
Matilda (Tillie) G. Armbruster, age 88, a resident of Garfield Gardens, Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, December 12, 2000, at her residence. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 16, 2000, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M., with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. She was born November 4, 1912, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Wencel and Mary Nitka Ziarnik. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1930. Tillie was employed as a secretary for Holmes Oil Co. retiring in 1992 at the age of 80. Tillie was also the manager of Garfield Gardens from 1979 to present. She volunteered for many organiza- tions which include the following, Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Care Call, Manitowoc Visitor’s Information Center, Manitowoc-Two Rivers Chamber of Commerce, the Capitol Civic Center and also volunteered as a greeter for the Badger Car Ferry. Survivors include a son; a sister-in-law; a nephew; two nieces, along with other nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Walter, Michael and Chester Ziarnik, and a daughter- in-law, Gail Armbruster. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Saturday, until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, December 13, 2000
CARL AUERMILLER From Der Nord Westen, 10 Sept. 1891: Death on Mon. of the 2 mo. old child Joseph Auermueller of Manitowoc. The funeral took place Tues. morning in the Catholic Cemetery. ******** (Note: Carl Auermiller d. Sept. 7 1891 co. death index v.4 p.103/ Monday was Sept. 7.)
MARY AUERMILLER INVALID FOR YEARS, PIONEER OF CITY PASSES Mrs. Joseph Auermiller, 78, Dies Sunday Morning At Home on Franklin Street An invalid for eight years, when she fell and broke her hip, Mrs. Mary Auermiller, widow of the late Joseph Auermiller, passed away at the home, Franklin and Thirteenth streets, Sunday morning. She suffered a stroke which proved fatal. The deceased, who was 78 years of age, having been born Feb. 14, 1853, was a native of this city, her maiden name being Mary Kuhl. She was brought up here and wedded Joseph Auermiller who passed away several years ago. In a fall at the home eight years ago Mrs. Auermiller suffered a broken hip and she has been an invalid since that time. Burial On Wednesday Funeral services will be held at 8:30 Wednesday morning from the home and at nine o'clock from the St. Boniface church, with interment at Calvary cemetery. Mrs. Auermiller was a member of the St. Ann society of the congregation. Surviving are one daughter, Miss Anna, who cared for her mother at the home, four sons, William and Edward of this city, John of Chicago and George of Minneapolis, four brothers, Michael Kuhl of Cottonwood Falls, Kan., August, Joseph and Nick of this city, two sisters, Mrs. Ida McComas and Mrs. Frances Mitchell of Los Angeles, Cal., and six grandchildren. The reamins were removed to the home on Franklin street this afternoon from the Shimek and Schwartz parlors. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. December 28, 1931 P. 1
CLARENCE AULIK (sent in by a researcher/see contributors page) From the Herald Times Reporter, October 1, 1997 Clarence J. Aulik, age 78, a Manitowoc resident, died Monday afternoon, September 29, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 4, 1997, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Gerald Foley with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. He was born May 16, 1919, in the town of Gibson, son of the late John and Julia Fictum Aulik. Clarence attended local schools. On November 14, 1943, he married the former Caroline Stahl at Holy Name Catholic Church, Sheboygan. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1993. Clarence was employed as a model maker for Hamilton Manufacturing Company for 20 years retiring in 1981. Survivors include his wife, two daughters and sons-in-law, two sons and a daughter-in-law, two brothers and sisters-in-law, a sister, and two brothers-in-law. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren, and 13 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Mrs. Frank (Clara) Pollen, Mrs. Ray (Bernice) Hackbarth; and a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Gerald (Nancy) Aulik. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of service. A prayer service will be held Friday evening at 7 p.m. by Deacon Paul Meffer. Clarence was proud of his family, the home he built, and the three patents he received during his years of employment.
ANNA AUMANN Mrs. William Aumann, 80, 817 S. 20th St., Manitowoc, died at her home Thursday evening following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday morning at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. The Rev. Clement Kern will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mrs. Aumann, the former Anna Ganterer, was born in November of 1872 in Manitowoc Rapids. She was married to William Aumann in November of 1898 and moved to Manitowoc at that time. Mrs. Aumann was a charter member of Christian Mothers Society at St. Paul Church and a past member of the Marine Band auxiliary. Survivors include her husband, one daughter, Mrs. William Ballard, and one granddaughter, all of Manitowoc. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. The rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, June 19, 1953 P. 21
GUSTAVE AUMANN Gustave Aumann, 82, of 818 South 20th street died early today at Holy Family hospital following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic church, the Rev. Martin Jaekels officiating. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Mr. Aumann was born in Manitowoc in 1868 and until 10 years ago was a member of the construction firm of Schadeberg and Aumann. In 1895 he married Lena Chavek. Survivors are the wife; four brothers, William, Louis, Walter and Edward of Manitowoc; sister Mrs. George Jorsch of Rhinelander. Three children preceded him in death. Mr. Aumann was a member of the Holy Name society and members will recite the rosary at 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 24, 1950 P. 4
JOSEPH AUMANN (d. 1936) CHARTER BAND MEMBER, DIES Funeral For Joseph Aumann to Be Held Saturday Joseph Aumann, 62, a charter member of the Mantiowoc Marine band, died this noon at the home, 1815 Franklin street. He has been ill for several months. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. from the St. Boniface church. Mr. Aumann was born in this city in 1874 and always resided here. He came of a musical family. His father, F.X. Aumann, played the bass viol in some of the first orchestras in the county. His nine sons all took up music. Member of Arions When the Arion band was at the height of its popularity more than 40 years ago six of the Aumanns including Joseph, were members. When the Marine band was organized by Director Frank Moser, Joseph Aumann was enrolled as one of the charter members. He continued his membership in the band for many years. In February, 1935, eight Aumann brothers formed a double male quartet which participated in a church show. Conducted Repair Shop In recent years Mr. Aumann conducted a shoe repair shop at his home on Franklin street. Survivors are seven brothers, Gustave, Frank, Max, William, Louis, Walter and Edward, all of this city; and a sister, Mrs. George Jorsch, Rhinelander. The body is at the Pfeffer funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 20, 1936 P. 9
LENA AUMANN Mrs. Gustave Aumann, 79, of 818 South 20th street, died early today at the Holy Family hospital following a long illness. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday in the Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic church, Rev. Klement Kern officiating. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Mrs. Aumann, nee Lena Chavet, was born in Manitowoc in 1871 and lived all her life in this city. She was married to Gustave Aumann in 1895. He died last March. Three children preceded the couple in death. Mrs. Auman was a member of the Christian Mothers Altar society of St. Paul church. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Katerine Zimmerman of Milwaukee and Mrs. Susan Pollock of this city. The rosary will be recited at 7 p.m Sunday at the funeral home. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 p.m. Sunday until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 26, 1950
MAMIE AUMANN Miss Mamie Aumann, 67, of 1320 Marshall Street, died Monday at the Holy Family hospital. She had been in ill health for the past year. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 8:30 o'clock from the Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 o'clock from St. Boniface Catholic church with the Rev. J.H. Schmitt officiating. Interment will be in Calvary cemetery. Miss Aumann was born in this city on February 2, 1875 and lived here all her life. The body is lying in state at the funeral home and may be viewed there until the time of services. The rosary will be recited there at 7 o'clock this evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 24, 1942 P. 2
MAX AUMANN (d. 1918) MESSAGE TELLING OF DEATH OF MAX AUMANN JR. COMES AS FATHER RETURNS FROM VISIT TO SON Max Aumann, Jr., a Manitowoc man who has been engaged in the plumbing business at Oconomowoc, died there last night of heart failure. Mr. Aumann had been in poor health for some time but his father, who visited him and returned here last night believed that his son was recovering. The message of death was a great shock. Mr. Aumann, Sr., left for Oconomowoc this morning to return with the body. The decedent was 44 years of age, having been born in this city Oct. 20, 1874. He made his home here until a few years ago when he located at Oconomowoc. With the breakdown of his health he was planning to dispose of his business and return here. He is survived by his parents and one sister, Miss Mayme, residing at 1320 Marshall street. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 20, 1918, Page 8 ******** AUMANN BODY HERE, FUNERAL ON Thursday Funeral services for the late Max Aumann, Jr., will be held from St. Boniface church Thursday morning at 9 o'clock. The local council of the K.C. will attend. The body was brought here from Oconomowoc last evening by Max Aumann, Sr., and Joseph Wattawa. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, May 21, 1918 P.4
MAX AUMANN (d. 1925) MAX AUMANN REACHES END LIFE'S JOURNEY Maximillan Aumann, pioneer balcksmith of the city and for more than sixty years engaged in that business, reached the end of life's journey Sunday night, when he passed away at his home, 1320 Marshall street, at advanced age of 77. Mr. Aumann had been failing for several months, death being due to infirmities of age. Funeral services will be held from St. Boniface church Wednesday morning. The death of Mr. Aumann occurred on the eve of the fifty-third anniversary of his marriage to Mary Kodet, the event having taken place on May 25, the couple celebrating their golden wedding three years ago. Besides the widow, who is in feeble health as result of injuries she suffered in a fall some months ago, a fractured hip and arm, Mr. Aumann is survived by one daughter, Miss Mayme. A son, Max, died seven years ago. Mr. Aumann was born in Bavaria, June 17, 1848, and at the age of 6 came here with his parents and had always made his home here. He was the first smity in the shops of the Lake Shore & Western when the road was built here and he continued the business as a blacksmith except for a few years in later life when he was employed at the Scating Works, retiring two years ago because of age. He was well and favorably known and enjoyed the respect of the community. Mr. Aumann was the last member of his family to survive. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. May 25, 1925 P. 2
ROY AUMANN From Der Nord Westen, 23 May 1907: Diphtheria caused the death Monday morning of Roy Aumann, the 6-1/2 year old son of Mr. Gust. Aumann. The burial was held Tuesday night.
WILLIAM F. AUMANN William F. Aumann, 87, of 817 S. 20th St., lifelong Manitowoc resident, died early Sunday morning. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. The Rev. Clement P. Kern will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Aumann was born March ??, 1872, son of the late Xavier and Caroline Aumann. He was employed by Pauly Cheese Co. and Kerscher Bros. prior to 1920 and after that time until retirement in 1947 by Mirro Aluminum Co. He married Anna Ganterer Nov. 22, 1897. She died June 10, 1953. He was a ?0-year member of Manitowoc Marine Band, a member of the Mirro Twenty-Five Year Club and Holy Name Society of St. Paul Church Mr. Aumann is survived by two brothers, Walter and Edwin of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. George ?????, of Rhinelander; a granddaugher (Survivor omitted for privacy.) of Manitowoc and two great granddaughters. A daughter, Mrs. William Ballard, and a son, William Jr., preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be recied at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 1, 1960
ELSIE AUSTIN Mrs. Robert (Elsie) Austin of St. Petersburg, Fla., died Wednesday morning at St. Petersburg hospital. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Saturday at Saur Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. The Very Rev. Msg. Alfred A. Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Austin, nee Elsie Wotruba, was born in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Rous Wotruba. She was graduated from a Manitowoc high school. Mr. and Mrs. Austin resided at Milwaukee and Bellefontaine, Ohio, prior to moving to St. Petersburg seven years ago. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, where a wake service will be at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. June 27, 1973
GERTRUDE M. BACHMANN Gertrude M. Bachmann, age 88, of 1605 Madison St., Manitowoc, died on Wednesday morning, Dec. 24, 2008, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. She was born on Dec. 31, 1919, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Walter and Mary (Pokorsky) Derus. Gertrude was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, class of 1938. On Dec. 1, 1945, she married Arthur H. Bachmann at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on April 30, 1997. Gertrude was employed with the Manitowoc County Aging Resource Center, retiring in 1990. She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary 706 and the VFW Auxiliary 659, both of Manitowoc. Gertrude was a former member of the Rosary and Altar Society of St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was also preceded in death by an infant daughter: Mary Jo Bachmann; and two brothers and a sister-in-law: Alex and Helen Derus, and Erwin Derus. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen, with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to send a special thank you to the fifth floor and critical care unit nurses at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center and Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for their compassionate care and support given to Gertrude and her family. Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 27, 2008
FREDERICK BAHR FREDERICK BAHR, CIVIL WAR VETERAN AND SURVIVOR OF IROQUOIS THEATRE FIRE DIES AT AGE OF 71 Death's messenger has been busy in Manitwooc the past three days and four lives is the toll demanded by the Grim Reaper, since Saturday, the list including Frederick Bahr, pioneer settler of the county and veteran of the civil war, whose demise occurred at his home 1205 S. Eleventh street late Saturday afternoon. Mr. Bahr's death was due to a general breakdown which occured six weeks ago, since which time he had gradually failed until the end came. Mr. Bahr was a survivor of the Iroquois theatre fire at Chicago some years ago when 600 people lost their lives. Mr. Bahr escaped after a thrilling experience in which his son Edward of this city, was also a participant and was rescued. Born in Germany in 1842 Mr. Bahr came to Manitowoc county at the age of 12 and seven years later, at the age of 17 enlisted in the Union army and served three years with Co. H, Twenty- First Wisconsin. Returning here he made his home in the county practically all his life, retiring seven years ago. Mr. Bahr is survived by his widow and seven children, five daughters and two sons, Mrs. J. Bruchman and Edward, this city; John Bahr, Mrs. J. Mock, Mrs. Anna Milski, Chicago; Mrs. J. Brady, Mrs. J. Betzhol, of Evansville, Ind. Mr. Bahr was a member of Manitowoc lodge, I.O.O.F. and of the Carpenters Union and the later organization had charge of the funeral which was held from the home this afternoon to Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, September 2, 1913 P.1
WILLIAM J. BALLARD William J. Ballard, 60 (photo), who since October of 1953 had received more than 100 blood transfusions, died early Thursday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. He resided at 817 S. 20th St., Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. The Rev. Clement Kern will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Ballard was born in New Orleans, La., on March ?, 1895, and came to Manitowoc in 1917, where on Feb. 1, 1921, he married Evelyn Aumann. She died in October of 1954. For the past 23 years Mr. Ballard was employed at the Rahr Malting Co. During World War I he served with the Naval Reserve, being stationed at New Orleans. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of the parish, Knights of Columbus, Drews-Bleser American Legion Post, Machinists Local 516 and Engineers Local 504. In March of this year Mr. Ballard was interviewed by a Herald-Times reporter who wrote in his story that each month Mr. Ballard received a complete new blood supply. Twelve pints were required every two weeks to arrest what Mr. Ballard described as a spleen condition. Surviving him are a daughter, Miss Margaret Ballard at home; a brother, Irwin, and two sisters, Mrs. R.A. Duffard and Miss Berneice Ballard, of New Orleans. Friends may call at the funeral home where at 6:30 o'clock this Friday evening members of Machinists Local 516 will meet in a body and where at 7 o'clock the Rosary will be recited by the Knights of Columbus and the Daughters of Isabella. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, July 8, 1955 P. 13
DELORES BARBEAU Delores Barbeau, age 76, of 1404 S. 35th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, June 21, 2003 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Robert Drobka. Cremation will follow with burial of the cremated remains to take place at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc, at a later date. Delores was born Sept. 10, 1926, daughter of the late Stanley and Frances Pozorski Lusnia. On Jan. 29, 1949, she married Sylvester J. Barbeau in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on March 29, 1999. Delores was employed at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc, for many years until her retirement and then continued to volunteer her time at the hospital. She was an avid gardener and loved to crochet. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Delores was also preceded in death by a granddaughter: Tracie Nack; a sister: Ann Frances Vogel; a brother and sister-in-law: Russell and Dorothy Barbeau; two brothers-in-law: Leo Hein and Raymond Barbeau; and two sisters-in-law: La Verne Lusnia and Eleanor Barbeau. The family will greet relatives and friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday (TONIGHT), June 24, 2003 at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Herald Times Reporter, June 24, 2003
HAROLD J. BARBEAU Harold J. Barbeau, age 90, entered into eternal life on Sunday, July 10, 2005 surrounded by his loving family at his residence at Kindred Hearts. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. July 13, 2005 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center with the Rev. Dan Felton officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. Harold was born on Jan. 17, 1915 in Rio Creek, to the late Charles and Mary Witcpalek Barbeau. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1933. He served in the Army Air Corp during World War II. After being honorably discharged, Harold returned to the Manitowoc area and was employed at the A & P Tea Company for 34 years until he retired in 1978. On June 9, 1945, he married Eleanor Lewandowski at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on March 12, 2001. Harold was an active member of the Knights of Columbus serving several positions including the Grand Knight of Council 710 and also Faithful Navigator of Thomas J. Danchy Assembly 1212 4th Degree. He also enjoyed bowling, golf and dartball and participated in many leagues over the years. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Harold was preceded in death by his wife: Eleanor; a daughter: Rosemary Soppe; three brothers and two sisters-in-law: Raymond Barbeau; Russell and Dorothy Barbeau; and Sylvester and Delores Barbeau. Relatives and friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. The family would like to thank Dad’s special friend and the staff of Kindred Hearts for giving our dad a home setting and such special care this last year and a half. A special thanks also to Lynn Seidl’s Hospice staff for their care and concern. Herald Times Reporter - July 12, 2005
ALLEN G. BARBIER Allan Barbier, 28, of Bloomington, Minn., former Manitowoc resident, died Wednesday from injuries received an an automoblie accident at Blomington. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. John Hephner will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Barbier was born Oct. 11, 1944, at Manitowoc, son of Gene and Dorothy Parworth Barbier. He attended St. Andrew Parochial School and was graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1962. He served in the United States Army from 1963 to 1966, moving to Minnesota in 1967 where he was employed as a mechanic on heavy equipment. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, where a memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Herald-Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. Thur., August 9, 1973
GENE M. BARBIER Gene M. Barbier, age 86, of 2911 S. 15 St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Friday April 11, 2003 at his residence. Private family funeral services ere held Wednesday, April 16, 2003 at the Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory. The Rev. Camillus Janas O.F.M. officiated with burial of his cremated remains at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Gene was born July 15, 1916 in Manitowoc, son of the late Otto and Emilda Fournier Barbier. He grew up and was educated at Clarks Mills. On Feb. 18, 1939 he was married to the former Dorothy C. Parworth at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Gene owned and operated Gene Barbier Heating for 20 years retiring in 1977. He loved his family and music. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by one son: Allan; three sisters; and two brothers. The Jens Family Funeeral Home and Crematory is serving the Barbier family. Herald Times Reporter, April 16, 2003 (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
SHIRLEY BARBIER FUMES FATAL TO BABY GIRL Inhaling of kerosene fumes from an overturned bottle caused the death at the hospital Friday of Shirley, 14-month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Barbier, who reside west of the city. Burial took place Saturday at Calvary cemetery. The Barbier child in some way overturned the partly filled bottle of kerosene in the Barbier home while attempting to drink what looked like water. Although only a small portion entered the stomach. Physicians summoned to treat the infant said the fumes entered the lungs and pneumonia developed. The child lived only a few hours after the accident. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, September 16, 1935 P. 1 ********* Shirley, fourteen months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Barbier, residing west of the city, died last Friday as the result of inhaling kerosene fumes, which induced pneumonia. A small bottle of the liquid was accidentally tipped over. Burial took place last Saturday. Manitowoc Sun, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, September 20, 1935 P. 5
WENDY SUE BARBIER Wendy Sue, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Barbier of 1222 S. Eighth St, Manitowoc, was born and died Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:45 p.m. Friday at Leschke and Bergner Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Survivors include the parents, the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Barbier and the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dondlinger of Manitowoc. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, March 8, 1962 P. 14
HENRY J. BARBIEUR Henry Barbieur, 70, of 122 Riverview Dr., Manitowoc, died Sunday at home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dionne Dewane will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Barbieur was born March 21, 1901, in the Town of Holland, Wis., son of the late Theodore and Petronella Verheyen Barbieur. He married Georgiana Schuh June 16, 1925, at St. Boniface Church, Manitowoc. He had been employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Co. and was Union representative for the International Boilermakers Union for 18 years. He was forced to retire in 1964 due it illness. Mr. Barbieur was also past president of the Boilermakers Local No. 443 for 10 years. Survivors include his wife, a son, four daughters, four brothers, Peter of Kaukauna, Theodore of Appleton, Anthony of Paxton, Ill., and John of Salem, Ore., three sisters, Mrs. Al Weigand of Kaukauna, Mrs. Henry Sausen of Shiocton and Mrs. Herman Schuetten of Wilmington, Ill., 17 grandchildren and a great granddaughter. Two brothers preceded him in death. (Survivors edited for privacy) Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 p.m. Tuesday where a Memorial service will be held at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 2, 1971
CATHERINE BARRY DEATH CLAIMES ANOTHER OF CITY PIONEERS Mrs. James Barry Called to Rest Early Today Death claimed another of the early pioneer residents of the city today when Mrs. Catherine Barry, wife of James Barry, succumbed after an illness of few days. Mrs. Barry's death was due to hemorrhage of the brain. Mrs. Barry was a native of county Clare, Ireland, having been born there May 22, seventy seven years ago. She came here in the early 50's and made her home here since. Besides her husband, Mrs. Barry is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Thomas Dorey and Mrs. Mary Wittev, both of this city. Twelve grandchildren and three great grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held from Sacred Heart church Tuesday morning with interment at Calvary. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, May 01, 1915, Page 8
JOHN BARRY From Der Nord Westen, 16 July 1908: John Barry, an employee of the Goodrich Transit Co., died Sunday in Holy Family Hospital. Barry had undergone an operation recently but had resumed his work on the steamship "Georgia". His condition got worse so that when the steamer reached here Sunday he was taken back to the hospital where he soon died. Barry is survived by his parents and 2 sisters. The funeral was held yesterday morning. ******** John Barry is Dead. John Barry, and employe of the Goodrich Transit Co., died suddenly at the home of his parents Sunday night after an illness of but few days, due to the shock of an operation which he underwent at Chicago. Mr. Barry came home from Chicago Sunday morning and was taken immediately to his home, where during the day his condition became alarming and death resulted in the evening. A native of this city, Mr. Barry was well know and his death will prove a shock to friends. He was 44 years of age and had followed the lakes, being employed on the Goodrich steamer Georgia only recently. Mr. Barry suffered from strangulated hernia and underwent an operation at Chicago, the shock of which was the direct cause of his death. His condition became alarming first on Saturday and though he was urged to leave the boat, he was loath to do so until his arrival here and it was then too late. Besides his parents, Mr. Barry is survived by two sisters, Mrs. T. Dorey and Mrs. Wittey, both of this city. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at Scared Heart church with interment at Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, July 13, 1908 P.1
DOROTHY BARTEL Mrs. Melvin Bartel, 50, of 1222 S. 18th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. Koszaek will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Bartel, nee Dorothy L. Lishka, was born May 27, 1920, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Albert Lishka and Mrs. Clara Mrotek Lishka. She was married to Melvin C. Bartel Nov. 27, 1947, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mrs. Bartel was employed as a stenographer at Pleuss Realty Co. Survivros include her husband; her mother, Mrs. Clara Lishka, of Manitowoc; a brother (Survivor omitted for privacy.); and nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 o'clock this Wednesday afternoon where a memorial service will be at 7 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 14, 1971
MELVIN BARTEL Melvin C. Bartel, 53, of 1222 S. 18th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday 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 Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside military services will be conducted by the Amvets Post No. 99. Mr. Bartel was born Nov. 20, 1918, at Manitowoc, son of the late Charles and Isabel Tepoorten Bartel. He was a verteran of World War II serving in the European Theater with the Sixth Armored Division. He married Dorothy L. Lishka Nov. 27, 1947, at Manitowoc. She preceded him in death April 13, 1971. He was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc, for 35 years. He was a member of the United Steel Workers of America Local No. 6499, Eagles Aerie No. 706, American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 and the Amvets Post No. 99. Survivors include two brothers, Charles and Leroy, of Manitowoc, two sisters, Mrs. Joseph Grenier, of Two Rivers and Mrs. Marvin Vnuk, of Manitowoc, and nieces and nephews. A sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday where a wake service will be held at 7 p.m. and the Amvets Post No. 99 will meet in a body at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 16, 1972
BENEDICT J. BARTELME Ben Bartelme (photo), veteran Manitowoc businessman, died unexpectedly Monday evening at his home, 1706 Waldo Blvd. He was 59. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Thursday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. E.A. Radey will be celebrant at the solemn high Mass and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Bartelme was born at Cooperstown, son of the late John and Nora Scanlon Bartelme. He attended St. James School at Cooperstown and married Margaret O'Connor at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc, Oct. 21, 1930. As a young man Mr. Bartelme was pianist for 10 years with the former Lyric Orchestra. In 1931, he entered into partnership with a brother, Eugene, to conduct and operate a grocery and meat market, Bartelme's Food Market, 731 N. 11th St. Mr. Bartelme was a member of Holy Name Society and the dartball team of Holy Innocents Church, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Catholic Knights of Wisconsin, Manitowoc County Food Dealers Assn., Wisconsin Retail Food Dealers Assn. and the National Association of Retail Grocers. For a number of years Mr. Bartelme was active in Manitowoc County bowling circles. Surviving are his wife, three daughters, a son, two brothers, Leo of Los Angeles and Eugene of Manitowoc; four sisters, Mrs. Ambrose O'Hearn of Manitowoc, Mrs. Louis Kriwanik and Mrs. John Wellner of Denmark and Mrs. Gordon Francke of Milwaukee; and five grandchildren. Three brothers and a sister preceded him in death. (Survivors edited for privacy) Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. by the Holy Name Society and the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 17, 1959 P. 13
TAMMY BARTZ Tammy Marie, six-day old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. (private) Bartz, Manitowoc, died early Thursday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. John Pawleski will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The infant was born Thursday, June 18, at Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Bartz is the former Jean Marie Gauthier. Surviving in addition to the parents are the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Gauthier of Two Rivers, paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Lyss of Milwaukee; the great maternal grandmother, Mrs. Wallace Anderson of Manitowoc and the great paternal grandmother, Mrs. Theresa Wutt of Milwaukee. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 25, 1959 P. 24
HENRY A. BASEL Henry A. Basel, 50, of 1509 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. James DeWitt will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Basel was born Dec. 23, 1921, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Martin and Elanor Kloiber Basel. He attended schools in Manitowoc. He was employed at the Weyerhaeuser Co., Manitowoc. Survivors include a brother, Harold, of McHenry, Ill., and four nieces. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Monday evening where a memorial service will be held at 7:30 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 21, 1972
EDWARD BAUER Edward N. Bauer, 75, of 2406 Western Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday 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. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Duane Dionne will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside services will be conducted by the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 of Manitowoc. Mr. Bauer was born March 10, 1895, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Peter and Ida Courtley Bauer. He married Ann Lax Feb. 24, 1925, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mr. Bauer was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., until his retirement in 1961. He was a Veteran of World War I and a member of the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 of Manitowoc and of the St. Paul Holy Name Society. Survivors include his wife, a son, a daughter, three brothers, Reinhardt and Raymond, of Manitowoc, and Victor, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc and 13 grandchildren. Three sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday where a memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by the Holy Name Society and friends. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Novemeber 17, 1972
MARIA THERESIA BAUER From Der Nord Westen, 16 Jan. 1890 82 yr. old Mrs. Bauer, who lived in the residence of Peter Schreihart, went to bed Fri. evening completely healthy. On Sat. morning the other residents got no response from her, broke the door down, and found her dead in her bed. Dr. Luhmann was called and as best as could be determined, she was overcome by the coal gas in the stove. Mrs. Maria Theresia Bauer, mother-in-law of Mr. Joseph L. Mueller of Manitowoc, was born Oct. 1808. She came to Manitowoc Co. in the summer of 1847 and has lived here ever since. The burial took place Tues. morning.
AGNES BAUSCH Mrs. Agnes Bausch, 73, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Friday at the home. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. James DeWitt will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Bausch, nee Agnes Schetter, was born July 29, 1898, in Manitowoc County, daughter of the late John and Mary Trossen Schetter. She was married to Aaron Bausch Aug. 31, 1921, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. Her husband preceded her in death July 8, 1970. Mrs. Bausch was a charter member of the St. Andrew Women's Council. Survivors include a son, Kenneth, of Long Beach, Calif.; three daughters, Mrs. Grace L. Olson, Mrs. LeRoy (Elayne) Duenkel and Mrs. Allan (Nathalie) Schweigi, of Manitowoc; a brother, Raymond Schetter, of Mishicot; a sister, Mrs. Rose Wilke, of Manitowoc, 19 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A brother and a sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where a Memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by the St. Andrew Women's Council, members of the parish and friends. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 22, 1971
ERVIN BECKER Ervin S. Becker, 59, of 1109 S. 20th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. A nephew, the Rev. Kenneth Frozena, will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Becker ws born Oct. 30, 1913, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and Mary Ziarnik Becker. He attended Manitowoc schools. He married Esther Dempski Sept. 20, 1934, at Manitowoc. He operated a grocery store until 1945, when he began employment at Anheuser-Busch Inc., Malting Co., Manitowoc, retiring because of a disability in 1969. He was a charter member of St. Mary Young Men's Club. Survivors include his wife and three daughters; a brother Anthony, of Manitowoc; six sisters, Mrs. Valeria Tadych, Mrs. Clara Osieczanek, Mrs. Mary Denk, Mrs. Felix Frozena and Mrs. Helen Novak, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Walter Erickson, of Arizona; and two grandchildren. A brother, two sisters and a grandchild preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday, where a prayer service will be at 7 p.m. by Rev. Thaddeus Koszarek. Harry Bergner is in charge of funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. August 3, 1973
JOHN BECKER John H. Becker, 90, who lived with his son-in-law and daughter, died Monday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Becker was born Nov. 3,1878 at Manitowoc, son of the late Frank and Katherine Remien Becker. He married Odellia Mueller Sep 8, 1909 at St. Joseph Catholic Church Alverno, and she died Sep 23, 1963. Mr. Becker worked as a crane operator at the C. Reiss Coal Co., Manitowoc for many years. He was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters and the Holy Name Society. Survivors include two sons, two daughters, nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Besides his wife, he was also preceded by a daughter and four brothers and two sisters. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where at 7:30 p.m. wake services will be conducted. Manitowoc Herald Times February 18, 1969
RT. REV. MSGR. JOSEPH A. BECKER Rt. Rev. Msgr. Joseph A. Becker 85, a native of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, died Tuesday morning, October 15, at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 a m. Monday, October 21, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Principal Con celebrants of the Mass of Christian Burial will Most Rev. Adam J. Maida. Bishop of Green Bay Diocese and the Most Rev. Aloysius J. Wycislo, retired Bishop of Green Bay Diocese. The homily will be offered Rev. William J. Rickert. Burial will be Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The reception of the body at the Church, will 4 p.m. Sunday, by very Rev. Leo J. Schmidt. A Episcopal Vicar of the Green Bay Diocese. The body will lie state at St. Boniface Catholic Church from 4 to 9 p. m. on Sunday and 9 a.m. Monday, until the time or services. A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m., Sunday at the church. Msgr. was born August 24, 1899, in Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph and Louise Pankratz Becker. After attending local Manitowoc schools he began his studies for the Priesthood at St. Lawrence Seminary, Mt. Calvary, continuing St. Bonaventure's Seminary of Detroit, Michigan; St. Paul Seminary of St Paul of Minnesota, and with Rev. E. A. Radey was a member of the 1927 five member graduating class of the St. Francis Seminary, Milwaukee. He was ordained by Bishop Paul P. Rhode on May 4, 1927 at the St. Francis Xavier Cathedral Green Bay and celebrated his first mass at his home parish of St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. His next assignment was made June 26, 1929 when he was transferred to St. Mary Catholic Church of Menasha where he was named principal of the High School on October 1, 1930, becoming Pastor of that November 5, 1950, succeeding the Rt. Rev. John Hummel. He was elevated to the title of Rt. Rev. on May 19, 1962 and also served as Dean of Winnebago County. Msgr. Becker served St. Mary Parish for over 40 years and retired in 1969. He then spent his first two years of retirement at St. Mary rectory, Menasha and then his next six years at Sacred Heart Seminary, Onieda, and then moved to St. Mary Home Manitowoc in September of 1976. Msgr. Becker had traveled extensively during his priesthood, having visited Rome on five occasions, where he received a Papal audience each time. He enjoyed his hobby of photography having accumulated over 4000 slides of photographs taken on his trips through out the world. Survivors include a sister, a nephew, Gregory E. Pauly of New Holstein, Wisconsin and four nieces. He was preceded in death by a half sister Marie Fullmer. Pfeffer Funeral Home of Manitowoc is in charge of arrangements. Herald Times Reporter October 16, 1985
LUCILLE M. BECKER Lucille M. Becker, age 88, a resident of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, died Friday morning, Oct. 27, 2006, at the center. She was born Nov. 27, 1917, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Charles and Stella (Kadow) Jagodinsky. Lucille attended Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. On April 30, 1935, she married Joseph E. Becker at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on March 6, 1996. Lucille did clerical work at Mirro Aluminum Company for 30 years until her retirement in 1980. She loved to play cards, crochet, and was an excellent sewer and a wonderful baker. (Survivors omitted for privacy) She was preceded in death by a son-in-law: Tom Gulseth; two brothers: Edward and Gregory Jagodinsky; a brother-in-law: Joseph Rehrauer; and many other relatives. A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, 2006, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the memorial Mass will be the Rev. Dave Hoffman, with burial of the cremated remains at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc, at a later date. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, 2006, until the time of the memorial Mass at 11 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses at the Manitowoc Health Care Center for their loving and compassionate care shown towards Lucille and her family. Herald Times Reporter - Oct. 29, 2006
MILDRED BECKER THREE HOMES SADDENED BY DEATH OF BABES Three homes of the city have been saddened by death of little children the past 48 hours. Mildred, the year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Becker, 1021 South 17th street, passed away Sunday after a brief illness. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning at 9 from St. Boniface church. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, July 09, 1917, Page 8 (I split this article and posted each death with the respective families)
NICKOLAUS BEEVEN From Der Nord Westen, 09 July 1896: Death on Mon. of Nic Beaven(sic), an old settler in Town Manitowoc Rapids, of old age debility at 74 yrs. 7 mos. The deceased, who leaves a widow and 6 grown children, was buried this morning in the Catholic Cemetery.
KATHRYN BEHNKE Mrs. Emil Behnke, 75, of 1234 S. 18th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Friday morning at home. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The former Kathryn Cavanaugh was born July 4, 1888, at Maple Grove, daughter of the late Matthew and Catherine Welch Cavanaugh. She was married to Emil Behnke in 1914 at Chicago, moving to Manitowoc in 1924 where they resided since. Surviving are her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Harold Budnik and Mrs. Joseph Schweigl Jr., of Manitowoc; two sons, Clinton Behnke at home and Milton Behnke of Manitowoc; a brother, Elmer Cavanaugh of Los Angeles, Calif.; eight sisters, Mrs. Anna Reedy of rural Maribel, Mrs. Carl Tollstadius of Chicago, Mrs. Geraldine Smith of Milwaukee, Mrs. Ben Kins of rural Reedsville, Mrs. Jack Pleuss of Green Bay, Mrs. Frank Lefky of Greenleaf, Wis., Mrs. Dewey Elfner of Manitowoc and Mrs. Elmer Jole of rural Manitowoc; nine grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 4, 1964 P. 3
LOUIS BELLE LOUIS BELLE, DIES AT AGE 92 AT HOSPITAL Louis Beele(sic), father of the Rev. Beele of Mishicot, who has made his home at the Holy Family Hospital here for a number of years, died yesterday at the age of 92 years. Up to within a short time ago Mr. Beele was active and almost daily was to be seen driving an electric automobile which he purchased three or four years ago and used constantly. Mr. Beele was a native of Holland and came here to the pastorate of the Holy Name church at Mishicot. He is survived by three sons, Rev. Arthur Beele of Mishicot, Emil of Green Bay and Felix of Appleton. The funeral will be held Thursday morning at 10 o'clock from St. Boniface church. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, July 6, 1921 P. 1
ELIZABETH A. BENNETT Elizabeth A. Bennett, 66, of 1402 S. 19th St., Manitowoc, died on Saturday night, May 10, 2008, at her home. Elizabeth was born in Manitowoc on Oct. 19, 1941, daughter of the late Jerome and Irma (Stevens) Nelson. She was a graduate of Lincoln Senior High, Manitowoc, class of 1960. On April 29, 1967, she married Michael A. Bennet at the former St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Michael preceded her in death on Sept. 10, 1997. Elizabeth worked at S.S. Kresge, Manitowoc, and at St. Mary's Home in the housekeeping department. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish and was a leader in the Manitowoc Hi-Hopes 4-H Club. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Elizabeth was preceded in death by a nephew: Gregory Hawthorne, uncle: Carl Anderson, and her father-in-law and mother-in-law: Homer and Ethel Bennett. Funeral services for Elizabeth will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Tom Wojciechowski O.F.M., with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, May 14, 2008, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the Pfeffer Funeral Home with a prayer service concluding the visitation on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. The visitation for Elizabeth will continue on Thursday, May 15, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting Elizabeth's family with funeral arrangements. Elizabeth would like to thank, "The Cancer Care Center of Manitowoc, Dr. (private), each and every staff member and the atmosphere of Reality, Hope, and Uplifting spirits. Also to the three angels sent by God ... (private), who sat through long hours of chemotherapy with me, called to check on me when I was down, and got me out of the house on my Good Days." Elizabeth's greatest passions were the children she cared for: (private). Herald Times Reporter, May 13, 2008
ROBERT BENZINGER Robert J. Benzinger, 38, of 1410 S. 24th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning 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 Rt. Rev. Msgr. John S. Landowski will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Benzinger was born Jan. 17, 1930, at Two Rivers, son of Joseph and Theresa Komorsky Benzinger. He graduated from Sacred Heart Parochial School and was a 1948 graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers. He married Rita Barusky June 28, 1952, at Manitowoc, where they resided since marriage. A member of the church Holy Name society and Young Men's Club. Mr. Benzinger was presently employed as a paint sprayer at Invincible Metal Furniture Co., Manitowoc. He had been previously employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc. Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons, and two daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Benzinger of Two Rivers; two brothers and a sister. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. by members of the Holy Name Society, Young Men's Club and friends. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, May 7, 1968 P. 9
KARLA BENZSHAWEL Karla Jeanne, 11-day-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. (private) Benzshawel, died Monday at St. Luke Hospital, Aberdeen, N.D. The Mass of the Angels was read at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Aberdeen. Private funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Alfred Pritzl officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The infant was born Dec. 15 at Aberdeen. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 29, 1960 P. 7
LESTER W. BENTLEY Lester W. Bentley, 64, of Greenwich, Conn., a native of Two Rivers, and an internationally know artist, died early Tuesday morning at University Hospitsl, Madison. Funeral services are tentatively set for Friday or Saturday morning at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Robert Rhyner officiating. Burial will be in the family plot at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Bentley was born March 29, 1908, at Two Rivers, a son of the late George and Mary Schaaf Bentley. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and was graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School in 1926. In 1928 he enrolled at Art Institute of Chicago where he did graduate work after completing his art course in 1931. He entered the U.S. Coast Guard in World War II, earning the rank of chief petty officer. He married the former Constance Lolian in New York City in 1948, who survives with three sons (Survivors omitted for privacy.); and a sister, Mrs. Robert (Vivian)Fricke of Manitowoc. Funeral arrangements will be announced Wednesday by Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The family has requested that memorials may be made to the University of Wisconsin Cancer Research Fund. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 12, 1972 ********** Lester W. Bentley, 64, of Greenwich, Conn., a native of Two Rivers, and an internationally know artist, died early Tuesday morning at University Hospitals, Madison. Funeral services will be at 10:15 a.m. Friday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 11 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be in the family plot at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Bentley was born March 29, 1908, at Two Rivers, a son of the late George and Mary Schaaf Bentley. He attended St. Luke Parochial School and was graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School in 1926. In 1928 he enrolled at Art Institute of Chicago where he did graduate work after completing his art course in 1931. He entered the U.S. Coast Guard in World War II, earning the rank of chief petty officer. He married the former Constance Lolian in New York City in 1948, who survives with three sons (Survivors omitted for privacy.); and a sister, Mrs. Robert (Vivian Fricke of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday, where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. The family has requested that memorials may be made to the University of Wisconsin Cancer Research Fund. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 13, 1972 ******* TWO RIVERS BOY OF 14 PROMISING ART STUDENT Lester Bentley, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Bentley of Two Rivers duplicated his perfomance of last year by winning three prizes with oil paintings which he exhibited at the Manitowoc county fair last week. A marine scene took first prize and two landscapes each won a second place. In all, young Bentley had six pictures entered. Last year he made the startling record of two first and two second prizes on four entries. Lester is fourteen years old and will enter the Two Rivers High School next month, having graduated from the eighth grade of St. Lukes' school last June. It was not till about two years ago that he began to display an uncommon proficiency in the use of brushes and oils. This fact makes his work seem the more wonderful. The fact that his series last week were in competition with professional work shows that the lad possesses unusual talent and should be placed under expert teachers. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, August 30, 1922 P. 4
CLARENCE J. BERGER Clarence J. Berger, age 83, of 704 S. 28th St., Manitowoc, died on Thursday evening, Feb. 14, 2008, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. He was born on April 22, 1924, in Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph and Rose (Witzack) Berger. Clarence was a Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II. On Oct. 31, 1949, he married the former Dolores Willmas at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Clarence was employed with Invincible as a welder. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) He was preceded in death by an infant sister and two brothers-in-law: Earl Gintner and Wilard Goestch. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 18, 2008, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Msgr. James Vanden Hogen with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Military Rites will be accorded by AmVets Post #99. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, 2008. A prayer service will be held at 3:30 p.m., led by Deacon Alan Boeldt. Friends may also call Monday morning at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30 a.m. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 16, 2008
GEORGE BERGERON From Der Nord Westen, 12 Dec. 1901: Death of George Bergeson(sic) on Fri., in a hospital in Sault St. Marie, following his being wounded which we reported in last week's paper. He was 24-yrs. old. His body was brought here and buried Mon.
ANDREAS BERTLER From Der Nord Westen, 11 Apr. 1895: Death on Tues. of Mr. Andreas Bertler, a well-known resident of our city, as a result of a stroke suffered on Sun. He was born 10 Sept. 1820 in the Kingdom of Württemberg. He leaves his widow and 3 grown children. The funeral will take place tomorrow, Fri., at 10:30 a.m. at the local Catholic Cemetery.
ELIZABETH BERTLER From Der Nord Westen, 23 May 1907: Death Monday of 88-year old Mrs. Andrew Bertler of old age debility in the residence of her daughter here, Mrs. Albert Handl. The lady had been ill ever since the accidental death of her son, Stephen Bertler, about 6 weeks ago. She is survived by 2 daughters. The funeral will be held this morning from St. Boniface Church.
HELENA BERTLER From Der Nord Westen, 24 Dec. 1891: Death on Mon. of Mrs. Helene Bertler, wife of the well-known brickworks manager, Stephan Bertler. The deceased passed away from inflammation of the lower abdomen, but had suffered for some time with neuritis, of which her husband is still suffering as well as one child. Mrs. Bertler was 40 yrs. of age and was born in Town Meeme, the daughter of the late farmer Gittinger. She leaves her husband and 4 children. The burial took place Wed. morning at the local Catholic cemetery.
STEPHEN BERTLER From Der Nord Westen, 04 Apr. 1907: Steven Bertler, well-known brick maker, on Monday morning had the misfortune of falling 30-feet from his brick oven, suffering wounds to his head and face. The doctors fear that some of his injuries are internal, and they are as yet undetermined… His condition is critical. ******** From Der Nord Westen, 18 Apr. 1907: Stephan Bertler, who we recently reported having fallen Easter Monday from a brick kiln in his brickyard, died Thursday last week from the injuries suffered in that fall. The injured man had somewhat improved and it was hoped that he would recover, so his death was unexpected. Stephan Bertler was born 53 years ago in Milwaukee but moved here a long time ago and for the past 25 years operated the brickyard which his father had established. He leaves a widow and 6 children. The funeral was held Monday morning from St. Boniface Church.
BARBARE BEYSAR STRICKEN AS SHE PREPARES MORNING MEAL Mrs. John Beysar, 65, Dies This Morning At Family Home on South 12th Street Stricken with a heart attack while she was preparing breakfast at the family home, 1306 South Twelfth street at seven o'clock this morning, Mrs. John Beysar, 65, died shortly after the arrival of a physician. Mrs. Wood, a daughter, who resides with her mother, and two sons, were at hand, and although their mother had not been enjoying good health, she insisted on remaining at home, rather than going to the hospital. Mrs. Beysar was in the midst of the morning meal when stricken. Funeral services will be held Monday morning at nine o'clock from the St. Boniface church, with interment at Calvary cemetery. Live Here 37 Years Mrs. Beysar's maiden name was Barbare Crouse, and she was born in Germany and came to this country with her husband, 37 years ago locating in Manitowoc, where she has since resided. Mr. Beysar died nine years ago. Five daughters, Mrs. Charles Schuette, Mrs. James Kuplic, Mrs. Edward Woods, Mrs. Carl Schmidt and Miss Blanche Beysar, all of this city and three sons, Peter and Wencel of this city and John of Western, Nebraska, survive. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, December 14, 1928 P. 2
