EDWIN GADZINSKI (sent in by researcher/see contributors page) Edwin Gadzinski, age 82, of Manitowoc, died Monday, March 10, 1997, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, where he had been residing for a brief period. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 12, 1997, at First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. Rev. William Plank will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. He was born August 13, 1914, in Manitowoc, son of the late Thomas and Josephine Markowski Gadzinski. Edwin attended St. Mary's Catholic Grade School in Manitowoc. He was employed with Mirro Aluminum for 48 years retiring in 1979. He married Carol J. Krumdick April 12, 1941, at First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. Edwin was a member of the Northeastern Great Lakes Sport Fisherman Club. He greatly enjoyed sports and in the past years he played baseball and bowled. Edwin loved his gardening skills which he took great pride in over the years. Survivors include his wife, Carol; one son and daughter-in-law, two daughters and sons-in-law, five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, one brother and sister-in-law, two sisters and one brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends surviving. He was preceded in death by six brothers, Leonard, Alois, Florian, Thomas, Victor and Sylvester Gadzinski, two sisters, Rose Tollefson and Lillian Stelzer. Friends may call at First Presbyterian Church on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.. A special thank you to Dr. Edward J. Barylak and his staff at the Manitowoc Clinic and also to the staff of St. Mary's Home for the kindness and care given to Edwin and our family. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the Gadzinski family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times March 11, 1997
ELISABETH GAEDKE From Der Nord Westen, 20 Sep. 1906: Death here Friday of 81-year old Elisabeth Goedke(sic) at the home of her son following a one-year illness. She is survived by 1 son and 2 daughters. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. ******* [cause: paralysis-stroke]
LILLIAN GAEDKE Mrs. Herman Gaedke, 84, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died Sunday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Reedsville Funeral Home, the Rev. Arthur Wadzinski of Denmark officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Gaedke, nee Lillian Kruse, was born in 1869 in the town of Brillion, Calumet County. She was married in 1886 to Herman Gaedke who died in 1941. The couple farmed in the town of Maple Grove until 1904 and then moved to the present farm on Rt. 1, Reedsville which is located in Brown County. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Martha Liermann of Manitowoc and Mrs. Louis Wienke of Valders; two sons, Emil and Herman on the home farm; a sister, Mrs. Fred Kanke of Brillion; one grandchild and one great grandchild. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday. Two Rivers Reporter, Monday August 3, 1953
ETHEL R. GAGNER Ethel R. Gagner, age 79, of 804 MacArthur Drive, Manitowoc, died Monday evening, Nov. 29, 2004, at Aurora BayCare Medical Center, Green Bay. She was born April 11, 1925, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Michael and Dorina Hansen Pilger. Ethel was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1943. On July 17, 1943, she married Ward Gagner at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on Oct. 23, 1949. Ethel worked for Dr. VanElls for approximately 10 years. She then was employed with the county of Manitowoc as a clerical assistant working for the Human Services Department until her retirement. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, six grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. Also surviving is a special friend and cousin, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by a daughter: Patricia Gagner in 1968; and a great-granddaughter: Ashley Zeman in 2001. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 2, 2004, until the time of service at 11 a.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 2, 2004 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Joachim Swarick O.F.M. with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Ethel loved good food, the Green Bay Packers and above all, her family. (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
ELIZABETH GALBRAITH Manitowoc Pilot, May 24, 1877 Died - At the home of her son, Captain Gilbraith, of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, May 17th, 1877, Mrs. Elizabeth Gilbraith, aged 61 years. Mrs. Gilbraith was married to her now bereaved husband, in Scotland forty-two years age. About one year after her marriage, she united with the Presbyterian church, of which she continued a member ???? transferred to that church "that is without ???." For about one year, she had been ill with consumption; and during the last four months, was confined to her bed. She is spoken of by those who knew her, as a devout Christian woman. Her little granddaughter passed to the heavenly country, only a few days before. Who knows but little Martha was among the first to meet grandmother at the gate? In the absence of the Pastor, the funeral services were conducted by the writer, from II Corinthians, 5th, ?? John W. Olmsted.
FRANCIS GALBRAITH Francis (Shorty) Galbraith, 51, of 425 Chicago St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly of a heart attack Monday afternoon while working on a steamship at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., Yards. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. Claude LeClair officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Galbraith was born Feb. 12, 1912, at Manitowoc, son of the late Archie and Anna Bohman Galbraith. He graduated from Sacred Heart School and Lincoln High School, class of 1930. He was a former athletic star at Lincoln and Fox Valley Conference basketball scoring champion in 1930 with 96 points. He was a veteran of World War II, a member of Boilermakers Union Local 443, Eagles Aerie No. 706 and American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88. The Legion post will conduct military rites at graveside. Surviving are a brother, Archie Galbraith of Hayward, Wis.; and five sisters, Mrs. Caroline Delsman, Mrs. Earl Parworth, Mrs. Earle Young and Miss Margaret Galbraith, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Arthur Grunwald, of Two Rivers. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 7, 1964 P. 9 ******** [d. Jan. 6, 1964/age 51 yrs/bur. on Archie Galbraith lot]
CAPT. J. GALBRAITH From Der Nord Westen, 29 Mar. 1894: Capt. Galbraith died a few days ago in the Oshkosh mental facility. The body was brought here Tues. and will be buried this afternoon in the city cemetery. ******* [bur. 03-29-1894/cause: cerebral apoplexy]
MARY GALBRAITH From Der Nord Westen, 05 Dec. 1907: Death yesterday following a long illness of 77–year old Mrs. Mary Gilbraith (sic), an old resident of our city. ********* [bur.12-06-1907/cause: peritonitis]
AUGUST GANS From Der Nord Westen, 07 Mar. 1901: Death Thurs. last week here following a long illness of August Gans of old age debility. The deceased had suffered a stroke several months ago from which he never completely recovered. He was born in Gramson, Germany, on 18 Apr. 1818 and came to America in 1857 settling on a farm in Town Franklin which he worked until 1884 when he retired to Manitowoc. He is survived by 5 children. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon.
JIMMIE GARRIGAN Funeral services for Jimmie Garrigan, 47, of Whitelaw, who died early Tuesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 5 to 9 o'clock this Wednesday evening and Thursday until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. August 13, 1975 P. 23 ******* [bur. on Mrs. Barbara Garrigan lot-his wife]
KAYLA J. GARRIGAN A fire Friday night claimed the life of 7 year old Kayla Garrigan, who ran upstairs to warn her 12 year old brother Christopher about the fire. Her brother jumped out of a second-story window. Firefighters found Kayla in an upstairs bedroom. She died at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center after being pulled from the burning home by firemen. Firefighters from the departments of Manitowoc, Valders, Mishicot and Silver Creek attended the funeral to pay tribute to the little girl's heroism. Herald Times Reporter, May 17, 1995
EVA GASS Mrs. Eva Gass, 88, of 1013 S. 20th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Kristaps Caune will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Gass, nee Eva Dow, was born Nov. 25, 1884, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Arthur and Adelaide Wetenkamp Dow. She was married to Otto Gass Oct. 17, 1907, at Mantiowoc. He preceded her in death in 1935. Survivors include a brother, Arthur, of Illinois; a sister, Mrs. Addie Kieselhorst, of Florida; and a nephew, Donald E. Dow, of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. June 22, 1973 ********** [d. 06-21-1973/age 88 yrs./widow of Otto Gass/bur. on Joseph Gass lot] (b. 25 Nov 1884/d. Jun 1973/SSDI)
MINNIE GASS Mrs. Joseph A. Gass, 82, of 2406 S. 35th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday noon at a local hospital. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. L.H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. The former Minnie Ansorge was born Dec. 22, 1881, in the Town of Newton, daughter of the late Henry and Emilia Ebert Ansorge. She was married to the late Joseph Gass Sept. 20, 1902, in the Town of Newton. They farmed in the Town of Newton. He died May 3, 1956, and the following year Mrs. Gass moved to Manitowoc where she lived since. Surviving are three sons, Herman Gass of Manitowoc, Rueben Gass of Rt. 1, Newton and Harold Gass of Rt. Rt. 1, Manitowoc; four daughters, Mrs. Nick Bonde and Mrs. Leonard Schrank of Manitowoc, Mrs. Walter Vogel of Cleveland and Mrs. Norbert Vogel of Sheboygan; a sister, Mrs. Charles Zinkel of Manitowoc; 24 grandchildren; and 17 great grandchildren. Friends may call until 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and from 11 a.m. Thursday until the hour of service at the church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 22, 1964 P. 15 ********** [Minnie Gass/d. 1-21-1964/age 82 yrs./widow of Joseph A. Gass/ died at Manitowoc Rapids]
LYDIA K. GATERMAN Lydia K. Gaterman, 98, of 1103 Memorial Dr., Manitowoc, died Saturday. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Gaterman, nee Lydia Grosshuesch, was born July 5, 1873, at Newton, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Grossheusch. She was married to William Gaterman, founder of Gaterman Manufacturing Co., of Manitowc May 18, 1893, at Newton. Her husband preceded her in death in 1952. Mrs. Gaterman was a member of the Women's Guild of St. John United Church of Christ and a past member of the Women's Federation Club of Manitowoc. Survivors include a son, Erwin P. of Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. Edgar J. (Freda) Born of Tucson, Ariz., and Mrs. George (Laura) Kriz of Apache Junction, Ariz., a brother, Otto of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Robert (Meta) Scheffler of Manitowoc and Mrs. John (Hulda) Krueger of New Jersey, three grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday Memorials may be made to St. John United Church of Christ. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 23, 1971 ******** [d. 08-21-1971/age 98 yrs./widow of William Gaterman Sr.] (Lydia (Grosshuesch)Gaterman/sent in by fam. researcher see contrib. page)
JAMES GATON From Der Nord Westen, 04 Apr. 1889: On Sun., James Gaton, one of the few Colored residents of our city, passed away. He had lived here for 35 yrs. and for many years practiced the barber's trade. He was in his 75th year and died of the debility of old age. He was buried Tues. in the City Cemetery. James Gaton was not born a slave, as many here believed, but was born in Steuben Co., New York, as the son of free parents. His grandparents, however, were slaves.
ALBERT GAUGER TWO PIONEERS HARKEN TO DEATH'S CALL Albert Gauger, 89, Town of Manitowoc and Mrs. Quisdorf, Mishicot, Die These of two of the pioneer settlers of Manitowoc county have gone out with the passing of the old years, the death of Albert Gauger, one of the oldest residents of the town of Manitowoc occurring yesterday at the old home while at Mishicot, Mrs. Eliza Quisdorf, another of the older settlers of the county heard the summons to rest. Mr. Gauger was on the thresold of his 90th year when death came, following a general breakdown due to advanced age. He was born in Germany April 16, 1838 and came to America at the age of 17, settling on a farm and being employed in various lines of work until he finally took up farming as his life work. Mr. Gauger made this city his home for years until locating on a farm in the town of Manitowoc where he has resided for a half century or more. He was married to Conradina Hackman, who preceded him in death two years ago. Mr. Gauger is survived by one son, Albert who made his home on the old farm. Five grandchildren and four great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1 o'clock from the home, with the Rev. Kuhn officiating and burial will be at Evergreen. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. December 31, 1927 P. 2 ******** [bur. 1-3-1928/cause: heart disease/died at Manitowoc Rapids, WI] (d. 30 Dec. 1927/age 89 yrs. 8 mo. 14 da./from St. John's United Church of Christ)
AUGUST GAUGER Smith at Manitowoc Writes Own Obituary Manitowoc (Special)- August A Gaugher, 61, knew what he wanted from life- -and he knew what he wanted in death. As far as it is possible for any man he obtained both. August Gauger knew what to expect of the future, too. He saw to that. When he died at his home last night his family only to write the words "August 13th" in the obituary August Gauger wrote in his own hand two years ago. Here it is, just as Mr. Gauger wrote it and wanted it printed: "August A. Gauger, well known Washington street blacksmith and horseshoer, died after a lingering illness of heart trouble. He was born in this city December 8, 1875 at the old homestead on South 15th street, which he still occupied at the time of his death. He attended the old third ward school until he was 14 years of age, when he was called upon by his father to learn the blacksmith and shoeing trade which he worked for 66 years. His health failing, he was forced to quit the trade. The old Gauger blacksmith shop was erected in 1870. It was equipped with an old time ox frame to shoe oxen, which was used extensively in those days. After serving a number of years as apprentice Mr. Gauger's father entered into a partnership with him under the name of O. Gauger and Son. After his father became incompetent and retired he went into partnership with the following well-known blacksmiths-Charles Zinkel, Bern Kitserow and Phil Heidorf. Mr. Heidorf is still operating the shop and it is the last horseshoeing shop in the city today." "Mr. Gauger was married in 1899 to Amanda Baerwaldt of this city who survives with one daughter, Mrs. Otto Rapp, one grandchild, and two brothers, Edward of this city and John of Porterville, California. Mr. Gauger was an active member of the old Manitowoc Turn verein serving as Turning Teacher for (illegible) years until the Verien finally disbanded." "Although his education was limited, Mr. Gauger succeeded in passing the civil service examination and was appointed substitute mail carrier under Postmaster Harry Kress. At that time the mail was collected from the corner mail box with a horse and cart. He was a charter member of the old Manitowoc County Blacksmiths' association, also a charter member of the Master Horseshoers Protective association of America. Hew as a member of the following lodges: the E. R. A., the Beavers, and the local Aerie of Eagles, who will conduct the funeral services. The body was taken to the funeral home of Pfeffer's, 929 South 14th street, where it will stay until the day of burial. Burial will be at 2 p.m. on August 13th, Friday. Interment will be in the Evergreen Cemetery." Signed, AUGUST A. GAUGER Two Rivers Reporter, Aug. 11, 1937
CONRADINA GAUGER ANOTHER AGED CO. RESIDENT GOES TO REST Mrs. Albert Gauger, Sr., wife of Albert Gauger of the town of Manitowoc Rapids, died at the old homestead this morning at the age of eighty years, death being due to the infirmities of old age. Mrs. Gauger, nee Hackman, was born in Amsterdam, Holland, September 4, 1845. At the age of four she came to Manitowoc with her parents and for the last seventy-six years this county has been her home. In 1963 she was married to Albert Gauger and they settled on a farm in the town of Manitowoc Rapids which has been the home of the family since. Besides her aged husband she is survived by a son, Albert Gauger, Jr., a daughter having preceded her mother in death twenty years ago. Funeral services will be held from the home in Manitowoc Rapids Friday at 1:30 with burial at Evergreen cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. October 20, 1925 P. 14 ******** (Konradina nee Hackmann/d. 20 Oct. 1925/age 80 yrs. 1 mo. 16 da./St. John's United Church of Christ)
GOTTFRIED GAUGER From Der Nord Westen, 1 Mar. 1883: Gottlieb(sic) Gauger, an old resident of the 2nd Ward, died last Tuesday.
LOUISA GAUGER From Der Nord Westen, 14 June 1894: Death on Tues. morning, quite suddenly, of Mrs. Louise Gauger, wife of Carl Gauger of Manitowoc. The deceased, who reached the age of 41 yrs. 8 mos., was pleased with her good health, until suffering a sudden heart attack. Her passing is difficult for Carl Gauger who enjoyed 20 yrs. of happy married life with the deceased, and is joined in his sorrow by his 3 children. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon with a large attendance at the city cemetery. ******* [cause: paralysis of the heart] ******* (Mrs. Louise nee Gauger/b. 12 Oct. 1853, Milwaukee/d. 12 June 1894/ from St. Johns United Church of Christ)
ELSIE F. GEERDTS Mrs. Elsie F. Geerdts, 82, a resident of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, for the past two years, died Tuesday evening at Holy Family Hospital Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred A. Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Geerdts, nee Elsie F. Milski, was born April 4, 1889, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Felix and Mary Jarocka Milski. She resided in Manitowoc all her life. She was married to Arthur H. Geerdts Jan. 19, 1909, at Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death Sept. 10, 1956. Mrs. Geerdts was a member of St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society of St. Boniface Church. Survivors include a son, Arthur, of Manitowoc, a daughter, Mrs. Floyd (Ruth) Greenwood, of Green Bay, six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A daughter, five brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday where a Memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by members of the Christian Mothers Altar Society. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 22, 1971 ********* [d. 09-21-1971/age 82 yrs./widow of Arthur H. Geerdts]
ELLA IDA GEHBE From Der Nord Westen, 21 July 1887: Death by drowning yesterday about 5 o’clock of Ella Gehbe, the 9-yr. old daughter of Mr. August Gehbe. The child was playing a children’s game with her playmates near the Zeman Kreynicks dock, and fell into the river. Help was called but by the time they arrived it was too late. Workmen from the Carl Zander factory pulled the body out with a rake, but medical help was of no avail
HEINRICH GEHBE From Der Nord Westen, 13 Jan. 1887: Death of 82-year old Henry Gehbe, one of the first settlers of Manitowoc, on Mon. evening. He came to this county 32 years ago. His wife, who has also been ill for quite a while, survives him, and he also leaves a large number of children.
MARGARETHA GEHBE From Der Nord Westen, 14 Nov. 1889: Death of 77 yr. old Mrs. Margarethe Gehde(sic) on Sun., 10 Nov. She was the mother-in-law of Messrs. Carl Werbke, Jacob Lenz, and E. Krummheuer. Her funeral took place yesterday.
HELENA GEHRKE From Der Nord Westen, 18 Feb. 1897: Death Wed. morning of 39 yr. old Mrs. Helene Gehrke, wife of Gottlieb Gehrke, of a heart attack. The funeral took place Sun. morning at the city cemetery. ****** [cause: heart disease]
JOSEPH GEHRKE Joseph Gehrke, 57, a former Manitowoc resident who had been living at 230 Second St., Neenah, was killed instantly Tuesday afternoon in Oshkosh when he walked out between two parked cars and into the rear wheels of a trailer loaded with 72,000 pounds of cement. He fell underneath the dual wheels and was crushed. Funeral services are being handled by Kessler Funeral Home, Neenah. Gehrke was born April 2, 1903, at Manitowoc, where he spent his boyhood, and was graduated from Lincoln High School. He prepared for a career as a professional engineer at Chicago Tech and the University of Wisconsin. After graduation he went to work for Kimberly-Clark Corp., retiring in June, 1955. He was a member of the Neenah Aerie of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, the Reserve Officers Training Corps. National Guard and St. Patrick Catholic Church. Surviving are his wife; two daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); two brothers, Anton of Sheboygan Falls and Peter of Neenah; two sisters, Mrs. Fred Terens of Manitowoc and Mrs. James Wells of Ludington, Mich.; and three grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 14, 1960 P. 14 ******** Funeral services for Joseph Gehrke, 57, of 230 Second St., Neenah, who was killed Tuesday in Oshkosh when he fell under the wheels of a semi-trailer truck loaded with cement, will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at Kessler Fuenral Home, Neenah, and at 9 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Neenah. The Rev. Michael Koch will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Gehrke was born and educated at Manitowoc and went to Kimberly Clark Corp., Neenah, as an engineer following graduation from the University of Wisconsin. He retired in June, 1955. Friends may call after 4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 15, 1960 P. 7 ******** [d. 04-12-1960 at Oshkosh WI/age 57 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Evelyn Gehrke lot]
ANNA GEIGEL Geigel, Anna Katharine nee Muehlhaupt (Nov. 4, 1868-Feb. 4, 1959 –wife of Joseph Geigel [married April 22, 1890 at St. Gregory] –daughter of Jacob Frank and Magdeline Brachmann –county birth records show Anna Katharine Muehlhaupt born on Nov. 4, 1868 in the Town of Eaton, the daughter of Magdalena Muehlaupt nee Bachmann with no father listed –the father was Jacob Frank, a widower whose wife Gertrude had died on July 26, 1863 –at time of death lived at 731 N. 5th Street, Manitowoc –died from “arteriosclerosis –senility”) –buried at Evergreen Cemetery, City of Manitowoc
JOSEPH GEIGEL Geigel, Joseph (Nov. 25, 1865-April 30, 1946 –husband of Ann Muehlhaupt [married April 22, 1890 at St. Gregory] –son of Mathias Geigel and Katharine Kaikl [Mathias was born Dec. 24, 1830 at Honositz, Pilsen, Bohemia and died April 25, 1902 in Town of Cato –Katherina Kaikl was born Feb. 20, 1820 of Jacob Kaikl and Anna Ryba and died Nov. 10, 1919 in Town of Cato] –born at Honositz, Pilsen, Bohemia –immigrated to the US, arriving on July 24, 1867 in Baltimore, Maryland on the ship “Ocean” –immigrated with his parents, with no other siblings listed –janitor –on Jan. 13, 1897 purchased the house at 102 South Fourth Avenue from his mother-in-law Magdalena Muelhaupt, with Magdalena continuing to live here until her death in 1903 –lived in this house until selling in 1916 – “Mr. Geigel had a meat market in St. Nazianz, and when he moved to Manitowoc with his family he joined the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Co. He also worked for the Manitowoc Seating Co., and for the last 13 years he had been janitor at the Sacred Heart church.” –from newspaper article on Golden Wedding –at the time of death lived at 731 N. 5th Street, Manitowoc –died from “severe anemia, 3 months –carcinoma of gastro-intestinal tract”) –buried at Evergreen Cemetery, City of Manitowoc (sent in by Bob Domagalski)
ARTHUR F. GEISLER Arthur F. Geisler, 86, of 1209 Philippen St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. N.W. Kock will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Geisler was born Feb. 5, 1887, in Manitowoc, son of the late Henry and Louise Koepke Geisler. He was employed at Manitowoc Engineering Co. as a foreman, retiring in 1951. He married Caroline Wernecke Dec. 9, 1911, at Newton. He was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. His wife preceded him in death Jan. 15, 1970. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Louis Kaufman, of Manitowoc, three grand- children and a great grandchild. A son, Henry, and a daughter, Ruth Freiberg, preceded him in death. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service Thursday. Memorials may be made to First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. June 12, 1973 ******** [d. 06-12-1973/age 86 yrs.](b. 5 Feb 1887/d. Jun 1973/SSDI)
CAROLINE GEISLER Mrs. Arthur Geisler, 80, 1209 Philippen St., Manitowoc, died late Monday afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. N.W. Kock officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Geisler, nee Caroline Wernecke, was born Dec. 30, 1889, daughter of the late Carl and Caroline Schmitz Wernecke. She was married to Arthur Geisler Dec. 9, 1911, at Newton and the couple resided at Manitowoc. She attended parochial and public schools at Manitowoc and was a member of the Ladies Aid at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. Survivors include her husband; two brothers, Ervin of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, and Benjamin of West Allis; two sisters, Mrs. Etta Reich and Mrs. Margaret Schroeder, both of West Allis, three grandchildren and one great grandchild. A son, Henry and a daughter, Mrs. Edmund Freiberg, preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home, State Street entrance, after 3 p.m. Wednesday until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 20, 1970 ******** [d. 01-19-1970/age 80 yrs./wife of Arthur Geisler]
LOUIS GEISLER L. GEISLER, SR. DEAD AFTER A BRIEF ILLNESS Louis C. Geisler, Sr., care taker of the new city hall and father of Undersheriff Louis Geisler, Jr., died at the hospital this morning after an illness of four weeks duration which developed pneumonia and complications. Not many friends were aware of Mr. Geisler's serious condition and news of his death is a great shock. Mr. Geisler was a native of Sheboygan county, having been born at Mosel, Sept. 6, 1857, and removed here more than forty years ago and had since resided in this city. He was married in 1883 to Minna Koebke who with eight children survive, the children being Mrs. Milos Nespor, Carl, Otto, Louis, Linda, Theodore, Victor, and Luella, all of this city. Three brothers and one sister also survive. Mr. Geisler was a member of the Royal League and of the United Aid. In former years Mr. Geisler was employed as a painter but when the new city hall was opened he was elected care taker and had been in charge of the building. Flags on the city buildings are at half mast for Mr. Geisler. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 from the home 1118 So. Thirteenth street, the Rev. Menke officiating. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. August 10, 1921 P. 1 ******** [bur. 08-14-1921/cause: pneumonia-tubercular]
CHRIS GELBKE From Der Nord Westen, 07 Sep. 1905: Death here Tues. evening of 69-yr. old Christian Gelbke. Mr. Gelbke was born in Thuringia, coming to America and Manitowoc in 1868 where he has lived ever since. Although he has been ill for many years he still continued to work as a shoemaker until becoming bedridden a week ago, after which his health quickly declined. For many years he belonged to one of the local music groups. He leaves his wife and one son. The funeral will be held tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. *********** [cause: hemorrhage of the brain]
CHRISTIAN F.W GELBKE From Der Nord Westen, 19 Jan. 1888 Burial on Jan. 18th of CHRISTIAN GELBKE who died of bronchitis after a long illness. He was one of our oldest and finest citizens who worked many years in the shoemaking trade in partnership with his brother Carl Gelbke. At the time of his death he was 60 years old. ****** [cause: Bronchitis]
CHRISTIAN GELBKE From Der Nord Westen, 10 March 1898 Death on Sun. morning of Christian Gelbke, son of Mr. C.W. Gelbke here, after a long illness with consumption. The deceased was 28 yrs. of age and is survived by his sorrowing parents and one brother. His funeral was held yesterday afternoon at the city cemetery. ******** [cause: tuberculosis]
WILHELMINE F.L. GELBKE From Der Nord Westen, 22 Oct. 1891: Death last Mon., after a long period of suffering, of Mrs. Wilhelmine Gelbke (nee Haupt), widow of the last(sic) Christian Gelbke who died 4 yrs. ago. Cause of her death was dropsy. She was 55 and leaves an adopted daughter. Burial was yesterday afternoon. ******** [cause: dropsy]
AUGUST GENNRICH From Der Nord Westen, 30 Jan. 1902: Another of our old German settlers is gone. August Gennrich closed his tired eyes for the last time on Thurs. evening. He was born 18 Oct. 1821 in Basedow, Pomerania, came to America in the early 50’s and settled in our city where he has lived ever since. He and his wife celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary about 2 yrs. ago. In addition to his widow he leaves 6 children among whom are Wilhelm Gennrich, one of the editors of the “Manitowoc Post”, and Mrs. F.C. Buerstatte. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon.
LUCILLE GENNRICH Mrs. Arthur O. Gennrich, 69, formerly of 1318 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday at Bradenton, Fla., where she had resided at 209 N. 29th West St. for the past six years. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at First Lutheran Church Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Gennrich, nee Lucille Marie Machia, was born June 21, 1903, at Algoma, daughter of the late John and Anna Johnson Machia. She was married to Arthur Gennrich Sept. 21, 1925, at Manitowoc. The couple resided in Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death in 1951. Mrs. Gennrich was a member of the Eastern Star, the White Shrine of Green Bay, the Pythian Sisters and a former chairman of the Altar Guild of First Lutheran Church. Survivors include four daughters and 14 grandchildren. (Names omitted for privacy) The body will be moved from Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home Monday to the First Lutheran Church Chapel to lie in state from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 14, 1972 ******** [d. 10-13-1972 at Bradenton FL/age 69 yrs./widow of Arthur Gennrich]
WILHELM J.F. GENZ From Der Nord Westen, 11 Oct. 1900: Death Thurs. last week of 73-yr. old local resident Wilhelm Gens of old age debility. The deceased formerly lived in Town Liberty but moved to Manitowoc after the death of his wife to live with his daughter Mrs. Bartum (sic). In addition to this daughter he is survived by a son who has a farm in Town Liberty. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon at the city cemetery.
ANNA GEORGE From Der Nord Westen, 19 May 1904: In Nov. last year Mrs. John George, Sr., was injured in an alarming fall from which she never recovered. She died from those injuries late Fri. night. The deceased was born 05 Oct. 1832 in Baden and married John George on 05 Oct. 1851. The couple came to America in 1852, stopping first in Baltimore, and then moving to Manitowoc in 1853 where they lived ever since. 3 yrs. ago they celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary here. In addition to her sorrowing husband, Mrs. George is survived by 11 children. The funeral was held Tues. afternoon under the direction of Pastor Nagel at the city cemetery. *********** [bur. 05-14-1904/cause: chronic diarrhea] *********** (Anna George nee Horst(Mrs. John)/b. 5 Oct. 1832 in Stumpersbodt Deutchland/d. 12 July 1904 in Manitowoc/survived by husband, 9 daughters, 2 sons/St. John's United Church of Christ)
ARLINE IDA GEORGE From Der Nord Westen, 12 July 1900: Mrs. and Mrs. Arthur George here are mourning the death of their 2-mo. old little daughter who died late Mon. night. ****** [bur. 07-11-1900/age 2mo./cause: hamtira]
JOHN GEORGE From the Manitowoc Pilot November 23, 1905: John George, Sr., died last Thursday morning at 9 o'clock at the family home on South Main street. Asthma was the cause of his death. He was 72 years old. Mr. George was a native of Germany, and was married there in 1851. In 1858 they came to America and settled in Manitowoc county, where they resided continuously. The decedent's wife passed away about a year ago. He leaves ten children to mourn his departure. They are: Mrs. Ingbert Ingbertson, Mrs. Fred Gunderson and Mrs. George Gunderson, all of Sheboygen; Mrs. John Jackson of Chicago, Mrs. C. Weseman, Mrs. John Jarchow, Misses Mathilda and Leona George, Arthur and John W. George, all of this city. The decedent was a carpenter by trade. Since 1895 he had lived a retired life. He was a member of the Sons of Herman and of the Concordia Singing Society. The funeral took place Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the house. Mr. George was a kind husband and father, and he was well thought of by all who knew him. ******** From Der Nord Westen, 16 Nov. 1905: We have been told that John George, a well-known citizen of our city, has died. We are unable to provide more details but will do so next week. The funeral will be Sun. afternoon at 2 p.m. from the funeral home on South Main Street. ********* From Der Nord Westen, 23 Nov. 1905: Last week we reported the death of John George, and now add some biographical details. John George was born 1833 in Hesse-Darmstadt. He married Anna M. Horst in 1851 and came to America in 1853. They settled in our city and have lived here ever since. His wife preceded him in death about a year ago. The deceased leaves 10 children, namely, Mrs. Fred Gunderson, Mrs. Ingbret Ingbretson, and Mrs. George Gunderson in Sheboygan; Mrs. John Jackson in Chicago; Mrs. John Jarchow, Mrs. C. Wesemann, Misses Mathilde and Laura, as well as sons Arthur and John W. here. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon in the local cemetery under the direction of the Sons of Hermann Lodge and the singing club “Concordia”, in both of which the deceased was a member. ******** [bur. 11-10-1905/cause: Brights disease]
MATHILDA GEORGE Miss Mathilda Adelia George, 82, lifelong resident of the city of Manitowoc, died Monday evening at the Holy Family hospital after a lingering illness. Miss George had been living with her brother, Arthur H. George, 928 S. Tenth street. The body was removed to the Pfeffer funeral home and will lie in state there after 2 p.m. Wednesday. At 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon funeral services will be conducted at the funeral home by the Rev. A.C. Fischer of the First Reformed church. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Miss George was born in Manitowoc April 8, 1862. Survivors are the brother, Arthur, a sister, Mrs. Emma Engbretson, Sheboygan, three nieces and four nephews. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, September 5, 1944 P. 2 ******** [d. 09-04-1944/age 82 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis/ bur. on parent lot-John and A.H. George]
DOLORES GEORGENSON Mrs. Whalton (Dolores) Georgenson, 65, of Rt. 4, Eliason Road, Sturgeon Bay, former Manitowoc resident, died Saturday evening at Door County Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Duane Dionne will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Georgenson, nee Dolores Bedore, was born May 30, 1907, at Green Bay, daugher of the late John and Lila Bedore. She was married to Whalton Georgenson April 19, 1928, at Escanaba, Mich. She always redsided at Manitowoc prior to her retirement to Sturgeon Bay in 1962. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, where memorial service will be at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. April 23, 1973 ********* [d. 04-21-1973 at Sturgeon Bay WI/age 65 yrs./wife of Whalton H. Georgenson/ bur. on Martin Georgenson lot] (30 May 1907/Apr 1973/SSDI)
VERONA H. GERHARZ Mrs. Hugo Gerharz, 78, of 717 S. 28th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. 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 Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Gerharz, nee Verona Heinzen, was born April 13, 1894, in the Town of Meeme, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Anton and Cecelia Schuler Heinzen. She was married to Hugo Gerharz Oct. 20, 1920, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Alverno. The couple celebrated its golden wedding anniversary Oct. 20, 1970. She was a member of the Catholic Womans' Club and St. Paul Altar Society. Survivors include her husband; five daughters, Mrs. Francis (Mary Ann) Henning, Mrs. Leonard (Dolores) Schweigl, Mrs. Roy (Betty Lou) Schmitt, Mrs. Kenneth (Jean) Bushman and Mrs. Kenneth (Ruth Ann) Schmidt, of Manitowoc; two brothers, Edward and Norbert, of Manitowoc; four sisters, Mrs. Rose Zima, of Green Bay, Mrs. Ervin Windus, of Manitowoc, Miss Loretta Heinzen, of Chicago and Mrs. Clarence Klingeisen, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren and a great granddaughter. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where a memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. by the Catholic Womans' Club and St. Paul Altar Society and friends. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. July 13, 1972 ********** [d. 07-13-1972/age 78 yrs./wife of Hugo J. Gerharz] (b. 13 Apr 1894/d. Jul 1972/SSDI)
AUGUSTA M. GERPHEIDE PNEUMONIA FATAL TO MRS. A. GERPHEIDE Former Resident of City Dies and Body Brought Here Pneumonia, following enfeebled health for a long time, proved fatal to Mrs. Augusta, widow of the late J. D. Gerpheide, and a former resident of this city, Mrs. Gerpheide’s death occurring at Milwaukee Saturday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. G. Frase, 1101 Twenty-eighth street. The body will be brought to this city tomorrow and funeral services will be held from the home of Edward Gerpheide, a son. Mrs. Gerpheide was past 86 years of age and for several years her health had been poor. With her husband she made her home in this city for a long term of years and after the death of Mr. Gerpheide, resided with her daughter who removed to Milwaukee several years ago. She was a native of Germany and a daughter of the late Dr. August Schenk, a pioneer physician of this city. Four daughters, Mrs. Ernst Wettenkamp, of Warren, Ariz., Mrs. Oscar Saelid, Bisbee, Ariz., Mrs. William Rockhoff, of Mishawaka, Ind., and Mrs. G. Frase of Milwaukee, and two sons, Edward of this city and August, of Marinette and one stepson, Otto Gerpheide, this city survive. The body of Mrs. Gerpheide will be brought here tonight and funeral services will be held fom the home of Edward Gerpheide, tomorrow afternoon. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Monday, April 14, 1913 (contributed by researcher/see contributors page) ******* [bur. 4-15-1913/age: 86 years/cause: Pneumonia]
EDWARD GERPHEIDE DEATH TAKES YOUNG BOY Mr. and Mr. E.O. Gerpheide Mourn Death of Little Son Death’s sadness prevades the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Gerpheide. Edward, the five year old son of the family having been summoned from earth Monday night after an illness of but short duration. The boy was the youngest of the family and idealized by the parents who will have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement. The child suffered from diabetes and suffered much. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Tuesday, October 10, 1911 (contributed by researcher/see contributors page) ********* [Ed. Gerpheide/bur. 10-12-1911/cause: diabetis] (Note: the stone is one year off from the obituary/possible typo or mis-reading of the stone)
FREDERICKA GERPHEIDE Mrs. Fredericka Gerpheide, 98, formerly of 1524 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had resided since early in 1957. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. The former Fredericka Schroeder was born in Germany Jan. 19, 1862, daughter of the late Joahim and Marie Jonas Schroeder. She came to the United States in 1871 with her parents who settled at Manitowoc. She was married in 1881 to Otto D. Gerpheide, a cigar maker, who died July 12, 1936. While residing at Holy Family Hospital, following a fall at home when she broke her arm a number of years ago, Mrs. Gerpheide often recalled the site for the hospital sed of her huband’s parents. The Gerpheide home was on the land as well as a park and dance hall. Fire destroyed the buildings and the land subsequently was sold to Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity. Surviving Mrs. Gerpheide are a daughter, Mrs. Pat McCauley of Maplewood, N.J., a sister, Mrs. Mathilda Schroeder of Manitowoc, a grandchild and two great grandchildren. A daughter, Mrs. E. W. Mackey, preceded her in death in 1953. Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 o’clock this Thursday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Thursday, April 28, 1960 (contributed by researcher/see contributors page) ******** [d. 04-27-1960/age 98 yrs./bur. on Otto Gerpheide lot]
HENRY J. GERPHEIDE From Der Nord Westen, 18 May 1899: Henry J. Gerpheide, an eminent attorney, died yesterday following a long illness with consumption. His funeral will be held Sat. afternoon.
JOHN D. GERPHEIDE From Der Nord Westen, 16 July 1891: Death of John D. Gerpheide last Fri. The deceased was known to practically every resident of our city and was appreciated for his civic activities. He was born 18 Oct. 1824 in Gartrop, near Wesel, in the Rhineland. He served his military duty with the 8th Hussar Regiment and after participating in the Bavarian Campaign, emigrated to America in 1849. In 1850 he came to Manitowoc, and 2 yrs. later in 1852 married Henriette Bartells with whom he had 2 sons, Henry and Otto. After the death of his wife, he married again in 1857, this time with Mrs. Auguste Puermann, a daughter of Dr. August Schenk, who brought a child from her first marriage to their family and subsequently they had together 2 more sons and 4 daughters. All of the children, with the exception of Eduard and Auguste, are married. In 1858 Mr. Gerpheide and his family moved to Wheeling, Illinois, but returned in 1860 and have lived in Manitowoc ever since. He owned and operated “Gerpheide’s Garten” and in addition to his work as a tavern keeper, he filled several civic functions. Over the past 8 mos. he suffered from a combination of illnesses, and his death may be considered a release. His funeral on Sun. afternoon was heavily attended. ******** [cause: cancer of the bladder]
OTTO D. GERPHEIDE Otto D. Gerpheide, 81, born in this city in 1855 and one of the early day tobacconists of Manitowoc, died suddenly at his home, 1524 Clark street, Sunday morning. Death was due to a heart attack superinduced by excessive heat. Despite his advanced age Mr. Gerpheide was active about the ---------------? retired life for several years. He suffered a fractured hip 11 years ago in a fall from a step ladder. Funeral Wednesday Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery Mr. Gerpheide was born here in 1855, a son of the late J. D. Gerpheide, who for many years owned the property now the site of the Holy Family hospital and known as Gerpheide’s park. Mr. Gerpheide opened a tobacco store in what was formerly the Beers’ property on South Eighth street and later moved to Washington street between Ninth and Tenth street. He was a cigar manufacturer and dealer for more than 30 years. Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Fredericka Gerpheide, whom he married more than 50 years ago; two daughters, Mrs. E. W. Mackey, city, and Mrs. P. L. McCauley, New Jersey; two brothers, Edward, of Pasadena, Calif., August, South Bend, Ind.; three sisters, Mrs. H. H. Meyer, Minneapolis, Mrs. O. M. Rockhoff, Cleveland, Ohio. The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning. Manitowoc Herald-Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Monday, July 13, 1936 (contributed by researcher/see contributors page) ******** [bur. 7-15-1936/cause: heat prostration]
SEJDA GERPHEIDE From Der Nord Westen, 27 Oct. 1887: Death of 10-mo. old Setta Gerpheide, daughter of Otto Gerpheide on 25 October. Burial will take place today.
JOHN B. GIBLIN J.B. Giblin, 55, of 3328 Edgewood Pl., Columbus, Ga., died Friday afternoon of a heart attack. Surviving are his wife, a son, two daughters, and nine grandchildren. (Survivors edited for privacy) Burial arrangements will be handled by Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services were Monday morning at Columbus. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 25, 1960 P. 7 ********** Funeral services for J.B. Giblin, 57, who died Friday at Columbus, Ga., of a heart attack, will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Giblin was born May 7, 1902, at Omaha, Nebr., and married Claudia LeRue Stansberry in 1923 at Des Moines, Iowa. He had been a salesman for John Pope Motor Co. in Columbus. Mr. Giblin was a member of Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus and the Elks lodge at Columbus. Surviving are his wife, a son, two daughters, and nine grandchildren. (Survivors edited for privacy) Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 o'clock this Wednesday evening where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 27, 1960 P. 18 ********* [John B. (Jack)/d. 04-22-1960 at Columbus GA/age 57 yrs./bur. on R.M. Giblin lot]
ELTON CHAUNCEY GIBSON Elton C. Gibson, One Of First 3 City Mail Carriers, Passes Away VETEREAN OF CITY CARRIER ROUTES DIES Retired From Service in 1923; Born at Branch and Spent Entire Life in County Elton C. Gibson, 75, one of the trio of letter carriers in Uncle Sam's service who took out the first city routes in Manitowoc, in 1893, when city free delivery was established here and who retired on a pension in 1923, died last night at his home, 618 North Sixth street. He has been in failing health for the past three months, but was able to be up and about until a couple of days before his demise. Mr. Gibson, a resident of Manitowoc county since his birth and of this city since a lad of ten, was a mail carrier for over thirty years. He with Fred Rockhoff and Richard Rudolph were appointed the first city carriers here March 18, 1893, when the city carrier routes were established. He covered the entire north side of the city, the other two having their rounds on the south and west sides. Mr. Rockhoff is now retired from the government service, because of failing health while Mr. Rudolph, the third member of the pioneer letter carriers of Manitowoc, is still in the service. Funeral Services Friday Funeral services for Mr. Gibson will probably be held Friday afternoon from the St. Pauls. M.E. church, of which he has been a member for some fifty years and of which congregation he was trustee at the time of his death. Definite arrangements are awaiting the arrival here of his only brother, Eldridge K. Gibson, of Stillwell, Kansas, who is motoring here with his wife and son for the funeral. The deceased was born at Branch 75 years ago, the son of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Gibson, pioneer county residents. The family removed to this city to reside when the deceased was a young man of ten years, his father engaging in the flour and feed business here. He completed his education in the schools of the city, took a business college course and was engaged in business with his father for a few years. He took the civil service examination for letter carrier in the early nineties and was appointed, and entered on his duties March 18, 1893. Resided with Cousin Mr. Gibson never married. For the past 22 years he has made his home with his cousin, Mrs. Alice Harrison, at the old Gibson homestead on North Sixth street, which was the family home for over three score years. Mr. Gibson was devoted to his church and never held public office except for serving for a number of years on the Second ward election board. As the postal service grew in Manitowoc Mr. Gibson's route was gradually reduced until his territory covered a section in the Second ward. He retired Jan. 25, 1923, having reached the age limit. Since then he has lived a retired life. One brother Eldridge K. Gibson of Stillwell, Kansas, and his cousin, Mrs. Harrison, are Mr. Gibson's sole survivors. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. September 16, 1931 P. 1
SARAH L. GIBSON "AUNTY" GIBSON PASSES AWAY TODAY, AGED 92 Miss Sarah "Aunty" Gibson died at the home of her nephew Elton Gibson 618 North Sixth street, this morning following a brief illness. Miss Gibson has always been in the best of health and only a short time ago a celebration was held at the St. Paul's Methodist church in honor of her ninety-second birthday anniversary. News of the death will come as a shock and her passing is a distinct loss to a wide circle of friends. The funeral arrangements have not been completed but friends are asked to omit flowers in compliance with one of the last requests made by the deceased who always believed in flowers for the living. Miss Gibson was born in Fitchburg, Mass., January 29, 1830 and came to Manitowoc county in 1855. For a number of years she taught school at Branch and Kossuth. She has been a resident of the city for over sixty years and was the oldest member of the St. Paul's Methodist church. She always maintained a keen interest in church and community affairs. "Aunty" Gibson's grandfather, Captain Reuben Gibson, with three of his brothers and their father, Capt. Reuben Gibson, Sr., were in the battle of Lexington and Concord in April 1775, the battle that marked the opening of the Revolutionary war. In 1841 Miss Gibson, then a girl of 11, attended the dedication of the Bunker Hill monument at Bunker Hill, Boston, Mass. Surviving Miss Gibson are her two nephews, Elton Gibson of this city and E.K. Gibson of Stillwell, Kan., and a sister in law, Mrs. Henry Gibson of Richmond, Va., who is a guest at the home here. The funeral announcement will be made tomorrow. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. June 16, 1922 P. 1
CHRISTIAN GIELOW From Der Nord Westen, 06 Jan. 1887: Death of 74-year old Christian Gielow of Manitowoc last Fri., 31 Dec. after a short illness. He leaves a wife, two sons and two daughters, and lived in this area for the last 33 years. His burial took place on Sun. afternoon. ********** [bur. 01-02-1887/age 74 yrs.]
GILBERT GIELOW Name: Gielow, Gilbert D.: 8/18/1878 B.: 5/30/1878 Reg. D.: 12/27/1878 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 2 Mo. 18 Da. B.P.: Mtw. D.P.: Mtw. Cem.: Mtw. Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. F. A. O. Pieper Spouse: F.: Christian Gielow M.: Wilhelmine Gielow Cause of Death: Sommer Complain? Pg. #: 279
JOHANN GIELOW From Der Nord Westen, 02 Mar. 1905: 88-yr. old John Gielow died here Mon. in the home of his daughter, Mrs. F.H. Mueller. ********* (b. 23 Nov. 1818 in Wittendorf, Mecklenburg Schwerin/d. 27 Feb. 1905/survived by married daughter, Mrs.F. Mueller/from St. John's United Church of Christ ********* [bur. 03-01-1905/cause: old age]
MARIA GIELOW From Der Nord Westen, 21 May 1903: Death Fri. of Mrs. John Gielow at the home of her daughter Mrs. Fritz Mueller. Mrs. Gielow was born 27 Aug. 1818 in Bentzenburg, Mecklenburg-Schwerin and thus reached the age of 84 yrs. 8 mos. 18 days. She was married twice, her first husband, Mr. Klibath, died at sea on the journey to America. In 1853 she married her now surviving husband John Gielow with whom she lived 24 yrs. here in Manitowoc. In addition to her husband she is survived by her daughter, the above named Mrs. Fritz Mueller. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon. ******* Maria Gielow b. 27 Aug. 1818 in Brenzenburg, Mecklenburg Schwerin/d. 15 May 1903 in Manitowoc/after the death of her first husband, Klibath, she married John Gielow who survived with a married daughter/St. John's United Church of Christ ******* [bur. 05-16-1903/cause: old age]
SOPHIA GIELOW From Der Nord Westen, 04 Oct. 1906: Death on Friday at the advanced age of 88 of Mrs. Sophie Gielow, mother of our County Treasurer C.A. Gielow, as the result of old age debility. The deceased came to America in 1853 with her husband who preceded her in death 19 years ago. The family settled in Town Newton and after operating a farm there for 20 years moved into Manitowoc. During the last few years the deceased lived with her son, the above mentioned C.A. Gielow. In addition to him she is survived by a son Henry in New York and a daughter Mrs. Friedericke Loeffel. The funeral was held Monday from the German Methodist Church.
JOHANN GIERKE From Der Nord Westen, 11 Mar. 1909: John Gierke, a well-known resident of our city, died late Monday night in his South 19th Street residence. The deceased, who was 73, leaves his widow and several children. The funeral will be held this afternoon.
MABLE GIERKE From Der Nord Westen, 25 Oct. 1900: Death Sat. of an 11-mo. old little daughter of local resident W. Gierke with the funeral on Mon. (Note: I sent to the cem. office and they have no record of Mable, the death seems to be registered as William Gierke which might be her father's name, it happened several other times in this cem. The marker was checked and the transcriptions is correct. As near as we can figure, this is the right obit for this death.)
AUGUST GIESE From Der Nord Westen, 27 July 1905: Death Sun. morning of 80-yr. old August F. Giese at the home of his son Frank on Buffalo St. here. He had been sick for 15 weeks. The deceased had formerly operated a farm in Town Gibson, but retired 12 yrs. ago and went to live with his son mentioned above. In addition to that son, he is survived by a daughter who lives in Nebraska. The funeral was held Tues. afternoon. ********* [bur. 07-25-1905/age 79 yrs./cause: old age]
JAMES M. GIFFEY James M. Giffey, 45, of 512 Memorial Drive, Manitowoc, died Saturday at Holy Family Hospital. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Giffey was born July 6, 1927 in Manitowoc, son of the late Roy Giffey and Aneeda Kluczinske Giffey. He resided in Manitowoc all of his life, where he was employed by Globe Laundry. Survivors include his mother, and two brothers, Robert of Manitowoc, and Charles of New Vraunfela, Texas. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. July 22, 1972 ******** [d. 07-22-1972/age 45 yrs./son of Aneeda Giffey] (b. 6 Jul 1927/d. Jul 1972/SSDI)
ANDREW GILBERTSON A. GILBERTSON DIES AT MASONIC HOME, DOUSMAN Bring Body of Former Local Man Who Served as Judge of Sheboygan County Here Andrew Gilbertson, former resident of Manitowoc County, died Saturday night at the Masonic Home at Dousman where he had been staying for some time. The body will arrive here this afternoon and will be taken to the Masonic Temple where it will lie in state until tomorrow afternoon when services will be held under the auspices of the local lodge. Burial will be at Evergreen. Andrew Gilbertson was born in the old Gilbertson homestead in the town of Liberty April 12, 1866 and would have been sixty-one years old at his next birthday. He received his early education in the public schools of the county and later attended Oshkosh Normal. For a number of years he was principal of the Fourth Ward school at Sheboygan and then attended Ann Arbor, Mich., law school returning to Sheboygan where he became the county judge. It was while he was judge that he met Miss Emma Gustaveson who was employed at the Western Union Telegraph office and the two were wed here thirty-one years ago. The wife preceded him in death two years ago and surviving are a brother, Harry, town of Liberty and a sister, Miss Sarah Gustaveson of Valders. The funeral service tomorrow will be at 2 o'clock and a number of Milwaukee Masons will be here to attend. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, March 14, 1927 P. 2 ******** [bur. 3-15-1927/age 60 yrs/cause: locomotor ataxia/bur. on Cornelius Madson lot]
INGABERG GILBERTSON WELL KNOWN WOMAN OF CO. PASSES AWAY Pneumonia, which developed from a severe cold contracted ten days ago caused the death of Mrs. Chris Gilbertson at her home on Rural Route 7 yesterday. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon from St. Paul's Lutheran church, in this city, with burial at Evergreen. Rev. Espeseth will officiate. Mrs. Gilbertson, nee Ingaberg Kirkwold, was born in Norway Sept. 16, 1875 and came to America and Manitowoc county in 1907, six years after her marriage. She is survived by her husband and five children two sons Gunder and Aslog, this city and three daughters Julia, Margaret and Gina, at home. Two brothers Ole Kirkold and three sisters in Norway also survive. Mrs. Gilbertson had a host of friends who will learn of her death with sincere regret. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday December 27, 1922 P. 8
PHYLIS GILL From Der Nord Westen, 27 Sep. 1900: Death Fri. of a 2-yr. old daughter of local resident Joseph Gill. (Note: This is a judgement call. I asked the cem. office if this could be the right child and here is the reply: "Burial Register has Phyllis Gill, Male (Not female which is probably an error), Age 2, born in Manitowoc, Cause Of Death: Cholera Infantum She is buried in the baby/children's section, and we have no record of who purchased those types of spaces that far back. I don't show a Joseph Gill being buried here or owning any other spaces, but we do have other Gill's buried here.")
WILLIE GILLETT From Der Nord Westen, 20 June 1878: Death by drowning in the Manitowoc River of the approximately 10-year son of butcher Gillet day before yesterday (Tues.). While swimming with older children, all chasing a wooden block in deep water, he went under. ********** (William Eugene Gillett/d. 10 June 1878/age 10 yrs./cause: drowned in Manitowoc river/from record of St. James Episc. ch., Manitowoc) (Note: It appears the stone may have been mis-read as it reads d. in Jan.)
CLINTON J. GILMORE Clinton J. Gilmore, 45, of 918 S. 18th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at Veterans Hospital, Wood, Wis. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, with military rites at the graveside. Mr. Gilmore was born April 28, 1924, at Minneapolis, Minn., son of the late Edward and Inga Gunderson Gilmore. He moved to Manitowoc in 1942 where he married Marcella Ludwig Nov. 25, 1944. He was employed by Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He was a Veteran of World War II serving with the U.S. Navy and was a member of Amvet Post 99 and Submarine Veterans. Survivors include his wife; two sons; a daughter (Survivors omitted for privacy.); three brothers, four sisters, and two grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday, where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. The Amvet Post will meet in a body Sunday at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 6, 1970 ******* [d. 02-05-1970 at VA Hospital Wood WI]