EVERGREEN CEMETERY OBITUARIES

ELIZABETH KRUG Name: Krug, Elizabeth D.: 2/1/1870 B.: 3/11/1841 Reg. D.: 3/15/1870 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 29 Yrs. B.P.: Hessen Darmstadt D.P.: Manitowoc Cem.: Evergreen Ch.: Inf. & Address: M. H. Quehl Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: v.1 p.72 *********** (Frau Elisabeth Krug born Schmidt/b. 11 Mar. 1841/born in Pladenbach, Hessen-Darmstadt/d. 1 Feb. 1870 at 4 a.m./from records of First German Evang. Luth. Ch.)


MINNIE KRUG Mrs. Emil Krug, 86, of 1330 S. Eighth St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Vernon Anderson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Krug, nee Minnie Hempton, was born Oct. 26, 1882, at Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death in 1938. She was a member of the Ladies Guild. Survivors are nieces and nephews. Two brothers and three sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, February 22, 1969 P.3 ******* Mina Krug/26 Oct 1882/Feb 1969/SSDI


WILHELMINE KRUG MRS. KRUG, NATIVE BORN RESIDENT, IS DEAD AT AGE OF 61 Widow of Late Adam Krug Was Born in Meeme, Always Lived Here Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, January 23, 1917, Page 5 (this is too light to read, only the headline is legible, but perhaps library copy is better) ******** Mrs. Carl Himm and daughter of Fond du Lac attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Krug and have returned to their home. Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Kahn, Mr. and Mrs. Kunt Linden of Milwaukee have returned to their home after attending the funeral of the late Mrs. Krug. Charles, Henry and John Herman, Mrs. Robert Bautz, Mr. and Mrs. Jason Imes and Mrs. Hanson of Milwaukee, who were here to attend the funeral of the late Mrs. Krug, have returned. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, January 27, 1917, Page 3 ******** [bur. 01-25-1917/cause: carcinoma of stomach/bur. on Adam Krug lot]


FRED KRUGER From Der Nord Westen, 25 Apr. 1889: Death of Fritz Krueger on Tues. evening, after a long and painful illness. The deceased, a longtime resident of our city, has for many years suffered from asthma. He reached the age of 73 yrs. The funeral will take place tomorrow morning.


MRS. F. KRUGER From Der Nord Westen, 03 May 1894: Death on Tues. in Manitowoc of the 78 yr. old widow of Fritz Krueger, of a heart attack. The funeral will take place this afternoon in the city cemetery.


WILLIAM KRULL WM. KRULL DIES ON EVE OF HIS 58TH BIRTHDAY William Krull died at the home of his sister, Mrs. Charles Haase, 1314 South Ninth street, this morning. Had he lived until tomorrow, that being his birthday, he would have reached the age of fifty-eight years. He was born in Germany, September 9, 1863, and came to this country and city with his parents, when but eight years of age. He had been confined to his bed, for only a week, but has never enjoyed vigorous health, having suffered from partial paralysis since his early childhood. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon from the house with interment at Evergreen, Rev. Machmiller conducting the services. For many years he assisted his father at Evergreen cemetery, but since the death of his father eight years ago has been employed in the orchards of Ben. Nienaber. One sister, Mrs. Haase, is the only surviving member of the family. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. September 8, 1921 P. 1 ********** [bur. 09-11-1921/cause: congestion of the lungs/bur. on John Krull lot]


ALBERT KRUMDICK Albert Krumdick Jr., 61, died Sunday afternoon after having been ill for nearly a year. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. from the Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 9 o'clock at Holy Innocents Catholic church, the Rev. E.A. Radey officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. The body will lie in state after 7 p.m. today at the Pfeffer Funeral Home. Mr. Krumdick was born at Rockwood in the town of Kossuth on May 14, 1880. He was a farmer. Surviving him are six daughters, Charity of Beloit, Mrs. Phillip Meisterheim, Rosemary and Grace, all of Chicago; Mrs. Hamlin Last of Kiel and Eve, at home; three sons, John of Milwaukee, Paul of Manitowoc route 5 and Mark, at home; two sisters, Mrs. Anton Rhode of Two Rivers route 2 and Mrs. Chris Wuellner of Menominee, Mich.; three brothers, Louis of Milwaukee, Henry of Rockwood and Anton of this city; and one grandchild. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, October 27, 1941 P. 2 ******* [d. 10-26-1941/age 61 yrs./cause: heart failure due to apoplexy/ grave space purchased by son Mark]


ERNA KRUMDICK Mrs. John Krumdick, 74, died Friday evening at the home of a son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Gadzinski, 3616 MacArthur Dr., Manitowoc, where she had been residing. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. The former Erna Wills was born July 8, 1889, at Hurley, Wis., daughter of the late Edward and Catherine Nuhs Wills. She came to Manitowoc as a girl with her parents where she was graduated from Manitowoc Business College before going to Milwaukee to be employed for a number of years at Johns-Manville Co. She was married at Milwaukee April 10, 1915, to John Krumdick. The couple returned to Manitowoc where Mrs. Krumdick was employed as an office worker and nurse at Shady Lane Home. Mrs. Krumdick was a member of Senior Citizens Club, Manitowoc Vocational Homemakers and First Presbyterian Church. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Edwin Gadzinski of Manitowoc; a son, Jack of Athol, Mass.; three sisters, Mrs. Walter Wegner and Mrs. Frank Richey of Port Clinton, Ohio and Mrs. H. Neubert of Oconomowoc; two brothers, Howard of Watertown and Henry; and five grandchildren. A brother, Elmer, a sister, Mrs. William Fricke, preceded her in death. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Monday until 11 a.m. Tuesday when the casket will be moved to the chapel where the body will lie in state until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 19, 1963 P. 13 ********* [d. 10-18-1963/age 74 yrs./widow of John Krumdick] (08 Jul 1889/Oct 1963/SSDI)


DANIEL KRUMDICK FIRST COUNTY WHITE CHILD WEDDED 50 YR'S Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Krumdick Have Golden Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Krumdick, 624 Jay street, pioneer and respected residents of the city and county, are today holding open house in celebration of the golden anniversary of their wedding. With the son John and daughter Mrs. Charles A. Groffman and the five grandchildren of the family present the couple are receiving congratulations from a host of friends who are calling to pay their respects to the couple who are both hale and hearty and in enjoyment of health which gives promise that they will live to celebrate their wedding anniversary for many years to come. Mrs. Krumdick, the bride of fity years ago was born in Prague, Germany and came to the United States with her parents when but a child. The big Chicago fire was responsible for her coming to Manitowoc, she losing all of her clothes and being compelled to flee for her life. Previous to her marriage she was Miss Havlinek. The bridegroom of fifty years was born in the Town of Kossuth, the first white child to be born in the township and next July will celebrate his seventy-fifth birth anniversary, having waited until he was nearly twenty-five years old before getting married. Too Young To Go To War At the time of the Civil War Mr. Krumdick begged to be taken along when his three brothers and Henry Schmidt left for the front but the recruiting officer refused his request. He was too young. Only one of the three brothers returned, the others falling in battle. January 10, 1872 Justice of the Peace James McCarthy pronounced the words which united the Miss Havlinek and Daniel Krumdick in marriage and the pair proceeded to make a home out of the wilderness near Rockwell. Thirty-three years ago they came to the city and have alweays (sic) since made their home at 624 Jay street where the celebration is being held today. Beside the two children present today, only one other child was born to the couple, a son who died in infancy. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, February 10, 1922 P.1 ******** STROKE WEEK AGO IS FATAL TO D. KRUMDICK First White Child Born in Kossuth Dies at Age of 79 Death claimed Daniel Krumdick, one of the oldest residents of the city and the first white child born in Kossuth, at his home 624 Jay street shortly before midnight last night, his demise being the result of a stroke which he suffered a week ago and which his advanced age made it imposible to rally from. Mr. Krumdick was stricken Thursday October 7 in the yard at his home while he was caring for his chickens and although he rallied, his fight to live was a losing one. The end came peacefully. Mr. Krumdick, who was born in Kossuth July 28, seventy-nine years ago when the section was a wilderness, had made his home in this city for forty years, during 38 of which he had been employed with the Henry Esch Sons Co., retiring because of his advancing age. He was an ardent lover of flowers and gardening and his chief interest in life was his home. Mr. and Mrs. Krumdick celebrated their golden wedding anniversary four years ago and the life of the couple had been ideal. Mrs. Krumdick, with two of three children born to the couple, survives, the children being Mrs. Charles A. Groffman and John Krumdick, both of this city. There are five grandchildren and two great grandchildren also surviving. Died as He Lived-At Peace Mr. Krumdick was well and favorably known in the city and throughout the county, having come in contact with the public in his association with the Esch Sons Co., and he was universally esteemed. "Daniel Krumdick died as he lived-at peace with all" was the tribute of a friend today that aptly pictures the life of the decedent. Funeral Held Monday Funeral services for Mr. Krumdick will be held from the home on Jay street Monday afternoon. The Rev. Menke of the Reformed church will officiate at the services at two o'clock. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, October 16, 1926 P.3 ********* [Died 10/15/1926 in Manitowoc/buried 10/18/1926/cause of death: meningeal hemorrhage]


JOHANN D. KRUMDICK From Der Nord Westen, 15 Feb. 1883: John D. Krumdick died on 10 Feb. at 5:15 p.m. He lived in the Town of Kossuth but for the last few years has been a resident of the City of Manitowoc. He was known for his farm and beautiful vegetable garden on Greenbay Road. He died at age 75, leaving a widow and four married children. He was buried Tues., 13 Feb. ******* [age 74 yr]


JOHANNA KRUMDICK From death records, v.8 p.2 Item #21 Place of Death: Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co. Residence: Manitowoc Name of Deceased: Joanna Krumdick Date of Death: 12/18/1905 Sex: F Color: W Date of Birth: 10/02/1828 Age: 2 months/6 days/77 years Usual Occupation: None Birthplace: Germany Name of Husband: Carl Krumdick (sic) Cause of death: Atrophia Cirrosis liver Duration of disease: 2 years Date of certificate: 12/19/1905 Name of Cemetery: Evergreen Cem. Registrars Signature: C.W. Frazier ********* From Der Nord Westen, 21 Dec. 1905: Death Mon. of 77-yr. old Mrs. Johanna Krumdick after a 2-week illness. She leaves one son, Hermann Steinbis in St. Louis, and 3 step-children, Daniel and Albert Krumdick here, and Mrs. Elisa Wilke in Two Rivers. The funeral will be held today. ********** [cause: liver disease]


MARY KRUMDICK MRS. KRUMDICK DIES, 80 YEARS Pioneer Resident of County, Mother of CWA Leader Mrs. Daniel Krumdick, 80, a pioneer resident of the county, died suddenly Sunday afternoon at the home of her son, John Krumdick, county CWA director, in Manitowoc Rapids. She made her home with him for the past three years. Mrs. Krumdick who was hale and harty despite her four score years, arose and ate breakfast as usual Sunday morning and went to her room to rest at the noon hour. She was stricken suddenly with the heart attack and died in a few minutes. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home with interment at Evergreen. The deceased, whose maiden name was Mary Havlinek, was born in Bohemia 80 years ago and at the age of 13 years came to this country with her parents. The family located in the town of Kossuth where she was married to Daniel Krumdick 64 years ago. They made their home on a farm in the town, but 45 years ago came to this city. In this city Mr. Krumdick was employed as a warehouseman for many years. Mr. and Mrs. Krumdick celebrated their golden wedding anniversary 14 years ago. Mr. Krumdick died seven years ago. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Charles A. Groffman, city; a son, John Krumdick, Manitowoc Rapids; two brothers, Frank Havlinek of Francis Creek and John of King's Bridge, five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home up to the hour of the burial services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 26, 1934 P.2 ********* [bur. 3-27-1934/age 80 yr/cause: coronary thrombosis/ bur. on Daniel Krumdick lot]


ADDIE KRUMM From Der Nord Westen, 01 June 1905: The 14-mo. old little daughter of Carl Krumme here died Thurs. last week of bronchitis and was buried Sun. afternoon. ******** [cause: bronchitis]


CHARLES KRUMM From Der Nord Westen, 19 Jan. 1899: On Tues. afternoon Chas. Krumm, the well-known wagoner, took a piano to Kellnersville. He spent some time there and started home about 6:30. Shortly afterward his horse and wagon were going along in Francis Creek but the driver was missing. Mr. Krumm was then found lying dead in the street with a fractured skull. Nobody knows what sort of accident took place and probably never will know. For whatever reason he had fallen from the wagon and hit his head on a rock. He leaves a widow and 3 grown children as well as a wide range of acquaintances. The funeral will take place Fri. afternoon at the city cemetery. ******* [cause: accident] ******* Card of Thanks. We desire to express our sincere thanks to the many friends and neighbors, who assisted by kind acts and sympathic words in our recent bereavement. We especialy wish to express our appreciation to Rev. Zenk and the member of the Royal Arcanum for their assistance. Mrs. Chas. Krumm and Children. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, February 3, 1899 P.1


HATTIE KRUMM DEATH VICTOR, MRS. C. KRUMM YIELDS UP LIFE Announcement of Death Is Keen Sorrow to Friends ILL MANY MONTHS; DIES SUNDAY EVE Sorrow was brought home to many friends of Mrs. Charles M. Krumm today in the announcement of her death which occurred at the family home, 1012 Hamilton street. Sunday evening at 9, the announcement, while not unexpected, being a shock to the city Mrs. Krumm had been a sufferer for years and since November had been very ill but her condition had improved and her recovery was looked for. Thursday, however, her condition became worse and since that time she had hovered between life and death and the end came Sunday night. Hattie Elenore Witt was born in this city June 22, 1879 and her life had been spent here. She attended the local schools and graduated with the class of 1897 of the North Side high school and her death is the first in the class of twenty or more members. She was a daughter of William Witt and on June 5, 1900 was married to Charles M. Krumm, who with one son, Donald, aged 14, survives. Her father also survives, her mother having died twenty years ago. Mrs. Krumm was a member of the Ladies society of the German Reformed church, of the North Side High School Alumni association and the Wednesday club. The death of Mrs. Krumm will be a loss to many friends who loved her with a most sincere affection for her many excellent qualities of mind and heart. Her disposition and character had endeared her to her associates and a wide circle of friends and her demise will be mourned. To the husband and son the tenderest sympathy of friends will be extended. Funeral services for Mrs. Krumm will be held Wednesday afternoon with services at the German Reformed church, Rev. Grether officiating. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 08, 1915, Page 1 ********* SORROWING FRIENDS PAY LAST TRIBUTE OF LOVE TO MRS. KRUMM A large concourse of sorrowing friends attended the funeral of the late Mrs. C.M. Krumm at the German Reformed church this afternoon, members of the Royal League and the Elks being present in delegations. Several state officers of the Royal League of which Mr. Krumm is a prominent member were in attendance. Many beautiful floral offerings were sent by friends, evidencing the love and esteem in which decedent was held. Burial was at Evergreen. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, March 10, 1915, Page 1 ********* MANY FROM OUT OF TOWN ATTEND FUNERAL OF LATE MRS. KRUMM A large number of out of town friends and relatives were here for the funeral of the late Mrs. Charles Krumm yesterday, among the number being Mr. and Mrs. Edward Burch of Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. K. Knudson of Kewaunee; Mrs. Joseph Borcherdt, Mrs. Fred Conrad, Mrs. Charles Alwardt, Mrs. George Alwardt of Kaukauna; Fred Heideman, William Schultz of Denmark. Officers of the state and supreme council of the Royal League were also present as follows: J.B. Vastine of the supreme council, Chicago; Advisor Archon Geo. Caystlle, Racine, of the state council; George Cober of Kenosha, William Schmidt of Oshkosh, state council and Supreme Archon W.E. Hyde of Chicago. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 11, 1915, Page 5


JOACHIM KRUMM Name: Krumm, Joachim D.: 10/28/1877 B.: 3/6/1827 Reg. D.: 12/27/1877 Sex: M/W Age at Death: B.P.: Germ. D.P.: Cem.: Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. F. A. O. Pieper Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Kidney Decease (sic) Pg. #: v.1 p.246


JOSEPHINE E. KRUMM Mrs. Charles Krumm, died Wednesday morning at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. She had resided at Shady Lane from 1961 until 1968 when she moved to Park Lawn where she had presently resided. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Vinger will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Krumm, nee Josephine Johnson, was born Nov. 2, 1879, at Branch, daughter of the late Anton and Josephine Johnson Johnson. She attended Manitowoc schools and was graduated from the old North Side High School in 1897. She was registar in probate for 14 years with the late Judge John Chloupek. She was married to Charles Krumm April 12, 1917. They made their home in Manitowoc, where she had resided all her life. She was a member of First Lutheran Church and the Women's Guild and Circle. Her husband preceded her in death in 1955. Survivors include a son, Charles J., of Ithaca, N.Y., and four grandchildren. Two sisters and four brothers preceded her in death, and a grandaughter, Judith, died in January, 1970. Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Friday until time of services. Memorials may be sent to First Lutheran Church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 26, 1970 ******** [d. 03-25-1970/age 90 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Anton Johnson lot]


WILHELM KRUMM From Der Nord Westen, 30 Mar. 1882: 19 year old Wilhelm Krumm on Mon. in St. Mariens Hospital. Relatives buried him yesterday. Stepfather of the deceased, Ludwig Tesmar, and the mother live in Sturgeon Bay.


WILLIAM KRUMM (d. 1920) FORMER LOCAL MAN DIES AT LOS ANGELES Messages received here announce the death at Los Angeles, Cal., of William Krumm, aged 60, a former resident of this city. The deceased left here years ago and was married after he had taken up his home in California. He is survived by his widow and two children, Mrs. Edward Burch of South Bend, Ind., and William Krumm of Chicago. The remains will be brought to this city for burial and announcement of the funeral will be made later. John Krumm of this city is a brother and two sisters also survive the dead man. Mrs. Sweet of Los Angeles and Mrs. Charles Haukohl of Eagle River, Iowa. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, March 11, 1920, Page 1 ********* (William C. Krumm/d. 8 Mar. 1920/age 57/res. Los Angeles, Calif./ cause: Bright's Disease/from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc) ********* [William C Krumm/bur. 03-18-1920/age 57 yrs/cause: brights disease/ bur. on Ida Krumm lot]


WILLIAM KRUMM (d. 1944) William Krumm, 78, of 1314 South Eighth street, retired boilermaker, died Sunday at the Holy Family hospital, following a lingering illness. He was born in this city in 1866 and always resided here. He married Sophia Meienburg in 1896. He was employed by William Hess at the Manitowoc Boiler works for 30 years and continued on when the plant was taken over by the Manitowoc Ship Building company, later becoming a foreman. He retired six years ago. Survivors are his wife; two brothers, Carl and Frank, both of this city. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the First Lutheran church, the Rev. Ernest Zoerb officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home and will be moved to the church Tuesday at 10 a.m. to lie in state until the hour of the services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, Aguust 21, 1914 P.2 ********* [William Karl August Krumm/d. 08-20-1944/age 77 yrs./cause: chronic myocarditis/bur. on Wm. Krumm and Bertha Meinberg lot]


0. EMIL [EMIL] KRUMHEUER From the Manitowoc Pilot, January 25, 1894 Emil Krummheuer if this city died on Monday evening of this week Early Monday afternoon he had an attack similar to that he had a few weeks ago. He was taken to his home and remained conscious the whole time. The attacks were more persistent than those during his former sickness though no more severe. But they soon reached the respiratory muscles and ended his life. The physicians say it resembled tetanus, though there was no apparent cause for the manifestation of such a disease. Mr. Krummheuer has for many years been a resident of the city and was engaged in the boot and shoe business. He was born in Schlavin-Pummer, and came to this country 30 years ago. He was 52 years old at the time of his death. Mr. Krummheuer was a man of genial disposition and enjoyed the respect of all who knew him. He leaves a wife and one daughter, Mrs. Ed. Mohr of Chicago. The funeral takes place today. ******* From Der Nord Westen, 25 Jan. 1894: Emil Krumheuer, a well-known merchant in our city, suffered a fatal stroke on Mon. Mr. Krumheuer was born 28 Nov. 1841 in Labes, Pomerania and reached the age of 52 yrs. 2 mos. After early schooling he joined the army, rising to the rank of Assistant Paymaster. After wearing the king’s uniform for 3 yrs. 2 mos. he left the service and came to America in 1869, directly to Manitowoc. He worked here in a number of different mercantile ventures and developed a large body of friends. He married in 1871 to Mrs. Kembel and shortly afterwards established a retail store. He then gave up that enterprise to establish a shoe store which he pursued until his death. He suffered a stroke on 01 Dec. of last year, from which he never fully recovered. He suffered a second stroke Mon. afternoon and though several doctors were called, he died at 5 p.m. He is survived by his widow, a daughter and a stepson. The funeral will take place this afternoon.


KURT J. KRUPKAT Kurt J. Krupkat of 617 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be conducted by the First Church of Christ, Scientists, 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitwooc. Mr. Krupkat was born in Bellingham, Wash., son of the late John and Rachel Wiese Krupkat. He attended schools in Bellingham and came to Wisconsin 1918. He married Minnie Bingham March 3, 1918, at Lansing, Mich., and came to Manitowoc to reside in 1929. The couple celebrated its golden wedding anniversary in 1968. In 1932, Mr. Krupkat started the Krupkat Heating Co. and operated it until his son, Dean, took over the business. He then served as office manager. Survivors include his wife, two sons, Donald of South Milwakee and Dean of Manitowoc, a daughter, Mrs. Eugene (Kathleen) Spacek of Manitowoc and five grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Friday until the time of service. The casket will remain closed. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 11, 1971 ******* [d. 02-11-1971/age 76 yrs.]


GREGORY WM. KUBICHEK Private funeral services for Gregory William, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Merlin D. Kubichek, of 1414 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, who was born Sunday and died late Wednesday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, were at 3 p.m. Thursday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Crusius officiated and burial was in Evergreen Cemetery. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 11, 1960 P. 19 ******** [age 3 days/son of Merlin D. Kubichek/bur. on Hattie Weinert and Susan Brookhyser lot]


EMILY KUBICHKA Emily M. Kubichka, age 86, of 1810 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Sunday afternoon, July 20, 2008, at her residence, with her family by her side. Emily was born on July 4, 1922, in Whitelaw. She was the daughter of the late Wencil and Mary (Cisler) Hynek. In past years, she had been employed at the Penguin Restaurant in Manitowoc. On Oct. 1, 1940, she married Stanley E. Kubichka at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Clarks Mills. He preceded her in death on April 29, 1994. Emily was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, St. Clare Society and the Eagle's Auxiliary. Emily enjoyed many years of quilting at the Manitowoc Senior Center, playing cards and dice with family and friends, and working in her garden at her country home, planting flowers and vegetables. (Survivors omitted for privacy) She was preceded in death by her husband: Stanley, in 1994; two sons: David, in infancy, and Randall Kubichka, in 2007; three brothers: Edwin, Clarence and John Hynek; and one sister: Grace Brandel. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2008, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. John Schuetze, with burial to be in Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call on Thursday at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 10 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Holy Family Hospice for the care and support they gave to Emily and her family. Emily was a dedicated and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who enjoyed all her children. Mom we will miss you. Herald Times Reporter, July 22, 2008


JACOB W. KUBICHKA Jacob W. Kubichka, 75, of 1224 N. 18th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 659 in conjunction with the World War I Barracks. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Kubichka was born July 20, 1895, at Podoli, Czechoslovakia, son of the late Matt and Marie Soukup Kubichka. He came to the United States with his parents at the age of eight. He was a veteran of World War I, serving overseas. He married Anna Fidler Feb. 3, 1920, at Manitowoc. The couple located in North Dakota until 1925 when they returned to Manitowoc. Mr. Kubichka was a member of the W.W.I. Barracks, the V.F.W., American Legion, Eagles Club, ZCBJ Lodge and the Boilermakeers Local No. 443. He had been employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., until his retirement in 1960. His wife preceded him in death in 1966. Survivors include a son, four brothers, Louis of Cooperstown, Anton of Taus, Charles of Tacoma, Wash., and Frank of Shoto; 10 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. A daughter, a brother and a sister preceded him in death. (Survivors edited for privacy) Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 o'clock this Monday afternoon where a memorial service will be at 8 o'clock by the V.F.W. and tWorld War I Barracks. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 8, 1971 ********* [d. 02-07-1971/age 75 yrs./widower of Anna Kubichka] (21 Jul 1895/Feb 1971/SSDI)


FRED KUBITZ From Der Nord Westen, 19 Jan. 1905: Death on Thurs. morning last week, from a combination of illnesses, of 79-yr. old Friedrich Kubitz, an old settler of our city who is survived by several sons and daughters. The funeral was held Sat. Mr. Kubitz died on his birthday.


JOHANNA KUBITZ From Der Nord Westen, 17 Mar. 1892: Death of 63 yr. old Mrs. Friedrich Kubitz of Manitowoc on Tues. of liver disease. The deceased was born 20 Aug. 1829 in Pomerania. She leaves her husband and 5 married children. The burial will take place Fri. afternoon at 2 p.m.


JOHN KUBSCH John Kubsch, 82, died Monday evening at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, where he resided since 1966. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside services will be conducted by the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88. Mr. Kubsch was born Feb. 21, 1889, in Manitowoc County, son of the late George and Mary Hadacek Kubsch. He married Rilla Perry Aug. 24, 1913, at Lake City, Mich. She preceded him in death in 1914. Mr. Kubsch was a veteran of World War I serving in the U.S. Army Quartermaster Corps. He was a member of the American Legion and the World War I Barracks No. 2565. Mr. Kubsch had been employed by the City of Manitowoc Street Dept., retiring in 1960. Survivors include two brothers, Frank, of Manitowoc and Joseph, of Cooperstown, two sisters, Miss Cecilia Kubsch, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Ann Collins, of Piqua, Ohio, a niece and nephews. Three brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 19, 1971 ******* [bur. on Ceclia Kubsch lot-sister]


MATT KUBSCH Matt Kubsch, 63, of 719 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Thursday evening at home. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home and at 11 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. Mr. Kubsch was born June 18, 1908, in the Town of Franklin, son of the late Matt and Josephine Naidl Kubsch. He had been employed as a laboratory technician at the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company, Manitowoc. He married Stella Stedl Nov. 4, 1930, at Kellnersville. Survivors include his wife, six sons (Survivors omitted for privacy.); three brothers, Edward and Victor of Manitowoc and Clarence of Two Rivers; four sisters, Mrs. Frank Konecny, Mrs. Anna Paul and Mrs. Earl Schmitt of Manitowoc and Mrs. Edward Spurney of Cato and 18 grandchildren. Two brothers preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where a wake service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 18, 1971 ******* [d. 06-17-1971/age 63 yrs./husband of Stella Kubsch] (18 Jun 1908/Jun 1971/SSDI)


ALICE G. KUBSH Alice G. Kubsh, age 84, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died Friday, July 21, 2006, at Bellin Hospital, Green Bay. She was born June 22, 1922, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Michael C. and Malvina (Finch) Kubsh. Alice was a graduate of Denmark High School. She was an admission clerk and medical transcriptionist for Holy Family Hospital, retiring on January 1, 1988. Alice volunteered at Holy Family Hospital after her retirement. She was a member of the Daughters of Isabella, a former member of St. Paul Catholic Church and a current member of St. Francis of Assisi. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Alice was also preceded in death by one sister and two brothers-in-law: Florence Kubsh, Robert Ostertag and Vito Viscioni. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 25, 2006, at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand Avenue, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dave Hoffman with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand Avenue, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 25, 2006, until the time of service at 11 a.m. Memorials would be appreciated in Alice's name to the Holy Family Memorial Heart and Vascular Center. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, July 23, 2006


MICHAEL C. KUBSH Michael C. Kubsh, 81, of 2418-16th St., Two Rivers, a native of the Town of Cooperstown where he served for many years in various town offices, died Sunday night at home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Mark Stangel officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Kubsh was born Sept. 30, 1871, in the Town of Cooperstown, son of the late Joseph and Anna Zeman Kubsh. He married Malvina Finch May 17, 1921, at St. Joseph Church, Kellnersville. The couple engaged in farming in the Town of Cooperstown until 1948, moving to Two Rivers. He retired from Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, 16 years ago. A past chairman of the Town of Cooperstown, he held numerous other offices in the township over the years. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call after 4 p.m. Tuesday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, where memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. April 30, 1973 ********* [d. 04-29-1973/age 81 yrs.] (b. 30 Sept. 1891/d. Apr. 1973/SSDI)


BARBARA KUCERA WHERE SORROW COMES NEVER - KUCERA Beyond the wall that hides eternity from mortal vision another life has entered into a day of bliss that knows no night, no tears and no sadness, the Death summons having come to Mrs. Barbara Kucera late Wednesday afternoon. For a long time she had been a sufferer from lung trouble, the disease making rapid inroad, until in the past few days, life has hung in the balance, death coming as a messenger of peace and welcome relief. Many years Mrs. Kucera had been a resident of Manitowoc county, coming here from New York state. She was born in Bohemia Dec. 4, 1838 and had but recently passed her sixty-second birthday. Her husband died June 8, 1891 and since that time the mother has made her home with her children, of whom there are seven; Frank, Anton, Joseph Kucera, Mrs. Gustave Thompson and Miss Rose Kucera, of this city, and Mrs. A. Hanus, Cleveland, Ohio, and Mrs. McGregor of South Bend, Ind. Decedent was a woman held in high esteem by a large circle of friends and many will mourn her demise. She was a loving and indulgent mother, whose memory will ever be cherished by the children left behind. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon from the home of her daughter, Mrs. Gustave Thompson, State street. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, December 20, 1900, Page 1 ******** From Der Nord Westen, 27 Dec. 1900: Death Wed. evening last week, after a long illness, of Mrs. Barbara Kucera of a lung disease. Mrs. Kucera was born in Bohemia 04 Dec. 1838 and has been a local resident for many years. Her husband died in 1891. The deceased, who leaves 7 children, was buried Sun afternoon. ******** [cause: pneumonia]


JOHN KUCHERA (d. 1916) Funeral services for the late John Kucera (sic), who died at his home on the Plank road at the age of 72, were held Sunday afternoon and largely attended by friends. Mr. Kucera was a native of Bohemia and came to Manitowoc county in 1857. For twenty years he conducted a hotel on North Eighth street and later removed to a farm. Besides his widow he is survived by two daughters and one son. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, April 3, 1916 P.3


JOHN J. KUCHERA (d. 1973) John J. Kichera, 75, of Mill Road, Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Duane Dionne will officiate and burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside services will be conducted by the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88. Mr. Kuchera was born Feb. 3, 1898, at Kewaunee, son of the late Joseph and Agnes Roemer Kuchera. He resided in Manitowoc for the past 40 years where he had been employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding in the tool for 25 years. He retired in 1963. He married Margaret Wachtl and she preceded him in death in 1947. Mr. Kuchera then married Agnes Felde April 3, 1948, at Manitowoc. Mr. Kuchera was a veteran of World War I serving overseas. He was member of the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88, the V.F.W. Otto Oas Post No. 659, the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 706 and the Royal Neighbors. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday where a Memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times-Reporter Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis., December 31, 1973


RICHARD KUCHERA From Der Nord Westen, 23 Sept. 1897: A son of Kewaunee resident Joseph Kucera died Thurs. of child cholera. The body was brought here for burial. ******* [bur. 09-16-1897/age 10 mo./cause: cholera infant.]


EMIL G. KUCHENBECKER Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Sunday, December 28, 2003 Emil G. Kuchenbecker, age 90, of 1320 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Thursday, Dec. 25, 2003. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 29, 2003, at First Presbyterian Church, 502 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Christopher Schwab will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. Emil was born Sept. 2, 1913 at Westboro, Wis., son of the late Charles and Hattie Basken Kuchenbecker. He moved to Manitowoc at age 6 where he was educated and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1931. On Aug. 6, 1935, he married Ruth A. Nickels at Melnik Presbyterian Church. Emil owned and operated Kuchenbecker’s Grocery Store at 913 Chicago St., which had previously belonged to his father. After leaving the grocery business, he was employed at the hardware department of Sears, Roebuck & Co. until his retirement in 1974. He was an avid gardener, enjoyed fishing and playing sheepshead with his sons and grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, a daughter, two sons, grandchildren, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Cousins and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law: Catherine Kuchenbecker and brothers-in-law and sisters- in-law. Relatives and friends may call from 9:30 a.m. Monday at the First Presbyterian Church to the time of service at 11 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is serving the Kuchenbecker Family. The family would like to thank the Dr. and the 3 East nursing staff at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for their care and concern. (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


RICHARD KUCHERA From Der Nord Westen, 23 Sept. 1897: A son of Kewaunee resident Joseph Kucera died Thurs. of child cholera. The body was brought here for burial.


HENRY KUECKER From Der Nord Westen, 25 May 1893: Death on Sun. afternoon of Heinrich Kuecke(sic) of kidney disease. He passed away in the home of his son-in-law Mr. Albert Krueger in Gibson. The deceased was one of the earliest settlers in Manitowoc County and has been here for 35 yrs. He comes from the Prussian Province of Pomerania and reached an age of 74 yrs. He is survived by his 71 yr. old widow and 7 grown children, most of them married.


WILLIAM J. KUECKER From Der Nord Westen, 03 May 1906: 37-year old Wilhelm Kuecker, a well-known resident of our city, died Saturday morning of Bright's disease in Holy Family Hospital. The deceased, a plumber and member of the firm Merz & Kuecker, was unmarried and is survived by a sorrowing mother and a brother. The funeral was held Monday. ******* [bur. 04-29-1906/age 35 yrs./cause: dipsomania]


JOSEPH KUEHNE From Der Nord Westen, 21 Dec. 1905: Joseph Kuehne died yesterday morning in Chicago. The body will be brought here for arrival at 9:55 a.m. with burial from the Northwestern Depot. ******* [cause: typhoid fever]


OTTILIE KUEHNE From Der Nord Westen, 21 Sept. 1885: Death of Mrs. Tilka (sic) Kuehne, daughter of the late Mr. August Teitgen in Town Rapids. Mrs. Kuehne was landlady of the Kuehne Hotel. During her last 20 days she was sick with typhus. She leaves a grief-stricken husband and four children, the eldest of which is 17 years. She was 36 years old. Burial will take place this afternoon in the city cemetery. ********* [age 36 yrs.]


JOHANNA KUESTER From Der Nord Westen, 22 Apr. 1909: Death Monday morning, after a short illness, of 72-year old Mrs. Johanna Kuester in the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. Ben Hanson. The deceased came here from Germany in her youth and spent the greater part of her life in Manitowoc County. She was well-known in this city and its surroundings because she owned the hotel at Brauns Corners, which will now be run by her son George Braun. The deceased, who was twice married, is survived 7 children and several sisters, as well as a large number of grandchildren. The funeral was yesterday afternoon.


EMILY KUGLE Mrs. Emily Kugle, 77, of Reedsville, died Monday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home. The Rev. John Neuser will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Kugle, nee Emily Konop was born Aug. 24, 1894, at Stangelville, daughter of the late Henry and Elizabeth Vochadlo Konop. she was married to Francis Kugle Feb. 4, 1920, at Stangelville. Her husband preceded her in death in 1937. She was postmistress at Reedsville for 17 years. She was a charter member of the American Legion Auxiliary and was a member of St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society of St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. Survivors include a son, five daughters, one sister, Mrs. Jack Schleis, of Manitowoc; and 25 grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday where a prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 10, 1972 ******* [d. 04-10-1972/age 77 yrs./widow of Frank Kugle] (Emily K. Kugle/24 Aug 1894/15 Apr 1972/SSDI)


ADOLPH KUGLER ADOLPH KUGLER CO. YOUNGEST OLD MAN DIES Rapids Pioneer at Age 94 Made Daily Trip to City Afoot Adolph Kugler, Rapids pioneer who for many years enjoyed the title of "Manitowoc county's youngest old man" died suddenly at his home early today aged 94 years. Mr. Kugler had been ailing for two weeks during which time he had been forced to take to his bed part of the time but yesterday he was up and about and appeared much brighter than for some time. Between 6 and 7 this morning he suffered the fatal attack and passed to his rest. A man of remarkable phisique, Mr. Kugler up to within a few weeks ago had insisted upon making a daily visit to the city on foot scarcely ever accepting a ride in a vehicle. His last visit to the city, however, was made late last fall and on that occasion he was given a "lift" by a motorist, admitting that the long walk was a bit too strenuous. However, Mr. Kugler prided himself on his activity and insisted that when he was unable to make the trip afoot into town, it would be time for him to pass. Despite his 94 years Mr. Kugler who celebrated his birthday on March 23, was able to read his daily paper and kept in touch with world events. Was Born in Germany Mr. Kugler was born at Hamburg Germany, March 22, 1830 and came to America in youth, locating in Manitowoc county which has been his home for three score years or more. Mr. Kugler was twice married, his first wife with whom he had three children, one of whom Mrs. P. Burke, of Hibbing, Minn., survives, passing away nearly sixty-five years ago. About sixty-two years ago Mr. Kugler was married a second time to Amelia Schultz this county who preceded him death six years after the couple had celebrated their fifty-fifth wedding anniversary. Of this later marriage one daughter, Mrs. Anna Fitzsimmons of the state of Washington, and three sons, Walter, Herman and Frank, all of Rapids survive. There are twenty grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and one great great grandchild also surviving. Odd Fellow 52 Years Mr. Kugler had been identified with the Odd Fellow order for fifty-two years and was a member of Manitowoc lodge No. 194 which will have charge of the funeral to be held Monday afternoon at 2 at Rapids. Mr. Kugler spent many years engaged in farming and in conducting a hotel at Rapids and was widely known throughout the county. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, April 25, 1924 P.2 ********** [bur. 04-28-1924/age 94 yrs/cause: gastro enteritis] ********** Adolph Kugler, pioneer settler of Rapids, celebrated another birthday anniversary yesterday and a number of friends from the city were present last evening. Mr. Kugler is now 86 years old, but despite his age, is active. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, March 24, 1916 P.2


EMILIA KUGLER (d. 1918) MRS. ADOLPH KUGLER, RESIDENT AT RAPIDS 55 YEARS, PASSES AWAY AT ADVANCED AGE OF 77 YRS. Mrs. Adolph Kugler, one of the oldest residents of Rapids, died Sunday at the advanced age of 77 years. The funeral will be held Thursday at Rapids. Mr. Kugler came to Manitowoc county in 1863 and for 55 years had resided at Rapids. With her husband she celebrated their golden wedding March 24, 1914. Mrs. Kugler was the mother of 11 children, four of whom, with her husband survive, being Anna, of Lane, Idaho; Herman, Frank and Walter of Rapids. Seventeen grandchildren and four brothers also survive. The brothers are August Schultz, Hortonville; Adolph, Clintonville; Otto, Green Bay, and Bernard of Sheboygan. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 11, 1918, Page 6 ********* [Emilia Kugler/bur. 03-14-1918/cause: heart disease/bur. on Adolph Kugler lot]


EMILIE KUGLER From Der Nord Westen, 20 Oct. 1881: Emilie Kugler died on 12 Oct., daughter of Adolph and Emilie Kugler of Manitowoc Rapids. She was 6-1/2 years old, buried in the City Cemetery on Sun., 16 Oct.


FRED KUGLER From Der Nord Westen, 25 July 1901: Fritz Kugler died suddenly on Mon. The deceased, who had suffered from heart trouble, died shortly before noon while he was working near the Manitowoc Malting Co. mowing the grass on a small piece of land. In retrospect the hot weather probably contributed to his attack. Fred Kugler was 47-yrs. old and is survived by his widow, 2 children and 4 stepchildren. His elderly father, Adolph Kugler, and his stepmother live in Manitowoc Rapids. ********** Fritz Kugler/b. Sept. 18, 1854 in Renkow, Mecklenburg-/Schwerinn, died July 21, 1901 of sunstroke(heart attack) survived by wife, 6 children, stepbrother, 1 stepsister/ from St. John's United Church of Christ burial record/,also from same records have Mrs. Fred Kugler/d. Jan. 23, 1936/age 75 yrs. 3 mo. 8 days ********** The funeral of Fred Kugler was held this afternoon at two o'clock. The Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, July 25, 1901, p. 2 ********** [bur. 07-22-1901/cause: heart failure]


HUGO KUGLER From the Manitowoc Pilot, November 9, 1905: Hugo Kugler passed away Tuesday morning at his home in Manitowoc Rapids, after an illness of a year's duration due to consumption. The decendent was unmarried. He was well and favorably known, and his loss will be deplored by many friends. ********* From Der Nord Westen, 09 Nov. 1905: Death Tues. morning in Manitowoc Rapids of Hugo Kugler after a long illness with consumption. The deceased, formerly a stonemason in the Kettenhofen marble business, was 30 yrs. old. He was unmarried. ********* (Hugo Kugler/born Sept. 24, 1871 in Rapids son of Adolph and Emilie Kugler died Nov. 7, 1905. Parents, 4 brothers, 1 sister, 1 stepbrother, 1 stepsister survives/from St. John's United Church of Christ burial record)


CHARLES M. KUHL Charles M. Kuhl Sr., 76, of 314 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Monday morning at home. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Kuhl was born Oct. 7, 1894, at Manitowoc, son of the late Nicholas and Margaret Haggerty Kuhl. He graduated from West High School, Manitowoc, in 1914. He worked for his father in the Kuhl Shoe Store on Quay Street and in 1931 opened his own shoe store at 314 N. Eighth St. He married Alma Lohse May 28, 1918, at Manitowoc. Mr. Kuhl was a member of the United Commercial Travelers. Survivors include his wife, two sons, Charles Jr., of Manitowoc and William of Niles, Ohio, a daughter, Miss Elaine, of Manitowoc, a brother, Carter, of Manitowoc and 10 grandchildren. A son, a daughter and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 28, 1971 ******* [d. 06-28-1971/age 76 yrs./husband of Alma L. Kuhl] (Charles Kuhl Sr/07 Oct 1894/Jun 1971/SSDI)


NICHOLAS KUHL Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, and at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc, for Nicholas J. Kuhl, 83, (photo) of 840 Lincoln Blvd., who died Wednesday morning. Mr. Kuhl, a shoe merchant, operated a store on Quay St., until the time of his death, and also operated a shoe store on North Eighth St., before it was taken over by a son, Charles, 20 years ago. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, November 15, 1951 P. 2 ******** [bur. 11-17-1951/age 83 yrs.]


JACOB KUHLMAN From Der Nord Westen, 19 Apr. 1894: Death on Sat. of 76 yr. old Jakob Kullmann in Town Manitowoc Rapids. ******* [cause: apoplexy]


JOHN KUHNLE From Der Nord Westen newspaper, Feb. 19, 1874: Died after a long illness and is survived by a wife and four children. ********* Kuhnle, John Manitowoc Tribune February 20, 1874, Vol. 20 No. 52, Page 4 Column 2 The funeral of John Kuhnle, yesterday afternoon, was the most largely attended, that has taken place in this city. The firemen and sons of Hermann came out in full force; fifty carriages of all kinds, followed in procession. The music on going out, was very solemn and impressive, but it was painful to hear it on its return, playing the most lively tunes. There may be some excuse for the practice, but we think it abominable.


VLASTA KRAINIK KULHA MESSAGE OF DEATH OF LOCAL GIRL Telegrams received here brought news of the death at Modesto, Calif., of Mrs. Henry Kulha, nee Vlasta Krainik. Death occurred on December 31 and was the result of complications following the birth of a child. The baby survives its mother. The marriage of Miss Krainik, who was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Krainik of this city and Henry Kulha was the culmination of a war romance. Miss Krainik met her husband when he was on the train enroute to battlefields of Europe. An acquaintanceship was formed the two corresponded. Upon the return to America Mr. Kulha came to Milwaukee and the two were married and departed for California where they made their home at Modesto on a large ranch owned by Mr. Kulha. On Dec. 17 a baby was born and everything appeared well and the home was made brighter and happier. Then the mother began to fail and and death came on the last day of the year bringing untold sadness. Arrangements have been made to bring the remains to this city for the burial and will arrive either Monday or Tuesday. It is probable that the funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon from the chapel at Evergreen cemetery. Mrs. Kulha was about 30 years of age and besides her husband and babe is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Krainik of this city, and a number of brothers and sisters at Milwaukee. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, January 3, 1920, p. 1 ******** [cause: puerperal fever/bur. on Joseph Krajnik lot]


MINNIE KULLMAN Minnie, wife of John Kullman, died at the home on the Green Bay road, near Four Corners yesterday, from a complication of diseases. She is survived by her husband and two children, William and Ida. Two brothers and one sister. The funeral will be held Tuesday. Deceased was formerly Miss Springstube. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, November 23, 1918, Page 4 ********* [bur. 11-26-1918/cause: compound fracture/bur. on Jacob Kullman lot]


ANNA KULNICK MRS. KULNICK, WHO CAME HERE IN '55, PASSES Widow of John Kulnick, Mother of Ten Children, Dies Sunday At The Hospital Mrs. Anna Kulnick, 88, widow of the late John Kulnick Sr, and a resident of the county for seventy-five years, passed away Sunday morning at the hospital here. Although not in the best of health for the past year, Mrs. Kulnick was able to be up and about the home of her son John, 1125 South Fourteenth St., with whom she made her home since the death of her husband, until about a week ago. She was removed to the hospital last week. Otto Kulnick, a son, with his family arrived here yesterday from Port Washington to spend Easter and found his mother near death at the hospital, the end coming at 11 o'clock. He will remain over for the funeral tomorrow. Came Here 80 years Ago Mrs. Kulnick, whose maden name was Anna Steiner, was born in Germany December 31, 1843 and came to this country with her parents when a girl of twelve years. The family settled at Clarks Mills. She was married there 65 years ago to John Kulnick Sr. and they located on a farm in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, where they continued to reside, until the death of Mr. Kulnick, 20 years ago. Ten children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Kulnick, all of whom survive. They are; Mrs. Robert Lill, Mrs. Carl Hartwig, Mrs. Albert Schroeder and Mrs. George Kellner, all of this city, and Mrs. Edward Hartman of Portland, Ore., Charley and James of Berlin, Wis., John of this city, Otto of Port Washington and Walter on the homestead farm in Rapids. There are also twelve grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home in charge of the Rev. Blaufuss of the St. John's Evangelical church. Interment will be at Evergreen. Friends may view the remains tonight and tomorrow up to the time of the funeral at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. March 28, 1932 P. 2 ******** [cause: lobar pneumonia/bur. on Mrs. Richard Halverson lot]


ADOLPH KUMMER Manitowoc Citizen, Thur 3 March 1904: Adolph Kummer an aged resident of Manitowoc and a veteran of the Civil War died yesterday at the Holy Family Hospital after a lingering illness of disease incident to old age. Deceased was 76 years, his home being Manitowoc Rapids. A wife, two sons and three daughters survive. The deceased was a member of the 17th Regiment, Wisconsin Volunteers,during the war of the rebellion. The funeral will take place Sunday Afternoon at 2 o'clock from the undertaking parlors of M. Kappes on Main St. Internment being at Evergreen Cemetery. (sent in by researcher/see contributors page) ******** From Der Nord Westen, 03 Mar. 1904: Death Thurs. in the local Holy Family Hospital of Adolph Kummer of Manitowoc Rapids after a long illness. The deceased, who was 76, came from Germany to Wisconsin shortly before the outbreak of the Civil War and served with the 17th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment. At the close of the war he settled in Manitowoc Rapids where he has lived ever since. He leaves a widow, 2 sons and 3 daughters. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon in the city cemetery. ********* [cause: tuberculosis]


ANTONIA KUMMER From Der Nord Westen, 08 Oct. 1908: Mrs. Antonie Kummer, one of the pioneers in Town Kossuth, died recently at age 87. The deceased came to Kossuth as a girl of 15 and has lived there ever since.


MINN KUMROW Mrs. Minnie Kummerow(sic), an aged resident of the county died at the home of her brother, Edward Brey, N. 8th street last night at the advanced age of 80 years. Mrs. Kummerow who had made her home at Two Rivers for two months past being in feeble health for some time. She was born in Germany, October 23, 1838 and came to Manitowoc county in (I think it says 1872). One son, Charles, of Two Rivers and two brothers, Edward and Charles Brey and one sister Mrs. Zena A? all of this city survive. The funeral will be held from the Brey home Monday at 2, Rev. Doehler of Two Rivers officiating. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, June 29, 1918, Page 1 (this one is very very faint) ********* [cause: carcinoma of liver/bur. on Lena Brey lot]


MINNIE KUNISH Funeral services for Mrs. Frank Kunish, 86, formerly of 806 Columbus St., Manitowoc, who died Tuesday morning at Manitowoc County Hospital, will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. N.W. Kock will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Kunish, nee Minnie Ristow, was born Feb. 22, 1883, in Stettin, Germany, daughter of the late Frederick and Augusta Ristow. She came to this country in 1886. She was married to Frank Kunish in 1906 at Manitowoc, where the couple resided. Mr. Kunish was a former tailor. He preceded her in death Oct. 9, 1954. Survivors include a son, Col. Lester, of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Evelyn Marquardt, of Manitowoc; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Two brothers and four sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home, Ninth Street entrance, after 6 o'clock this Wednesday evening until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 11, 1970 ********* [d. 02-10-1970/age 86 yrs./widow of Frank Kunish] (b. 22 Feb. 1883/d. Feb. 1970/SSDI)


RUTH P. KUNISH Funeral services for Mrs. Edward Kunish, 40, of 911 Summit St., Manitowoc, who died Fricay will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. L.H. Koeninger will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. Monday until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state until the hour of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, February 20, 1960 page 9


CHARLES KUNZ From Der Nord Westen, 18 Aug. 1892: Death on Tues. evening, following a short illness, of Charles Kunz. He was a son of the brewer George Kunz and for a long time was baggage master for the railroad. The unmarried young man was just 30 yrs. of age and is survived by his mother and 2 sisters. The Knights of Pythias will conduct the funeral at 3 p.m. Fri. afternoon.


CHARLES KUNZ (d. 1944) Charles Kunz, 79, Former Official, Is Stricken Today (photo with obit) Charles L. Kunz, 79, former alderman and supervisor, and engaged in business here for nearly 50 years, died suddently of a heart attack Friday evening at the home, 518 North Fifth street. Mr. Kunz, who was associated with his son, Franklin, in the Kunz Service shop, North Ninth street, was at work Friday and went to the shop last night as usual. He retired at 10:30 and a short time later was stricken. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the First Lutheran church, the Rev. P.N. Oklovik, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Was Born in Branch Mr. Kunz was born in Branch in 1865, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey Kunz. He attended the district schools and later enrolled at the German and English academy in Milwaukee. He returned to Branch to join his father in the operation of a mill. Fifty years ago Mr. Kunz came to this city and became associated with the Madson Seed company and was with this firm until it passed into new hands in 1922. Later he joined his son, Franklin, in the Kunz Service shop. For a number of years Mr. Kunz served as a member of the Police and Fire commission and in later years enjoyed the distinction of holding both the office of alderman and supervisor from the Second ward. He was first elected to the County Board and in 1936 was chosen by the aldermen to fill the vacancy in the City Council caused by the death of Alderman Ed. Fricke. The following spring he was elected by Second Ward voters to the Council and retired from the County Board. Mr. Kunz continued in the City Council until last April. Wife, Sons Survive In 1893 Mr. Kunz married Miss Bernice Gustaveson, daughter of the late Captain and Mrs. Charles Gustaveson. The couple observed their golden wedding anniversary last year. His affiliation included membership in the First Lutheran church and the Masonic Order. Survivors are his wife; two sons, Lester of Minneapolis and Franklin, of this city; brother, Florian, of this city; two sisters, Mrs. August Specht and Mrs. William Breunig, of Mishicot; and two grandchildren. Two other sons, Sterling, who died in 1920, and Paul, who died in 1936 preceded their father in death. The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary chapel from 2 p.m. Sunday until Monday noon, when it will be moved to the church to lie in state until the hour of the services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 30, 1944 P.2 ********* [d. 12-30-1944/age 79 yrs./cause: coronary occlusion]


ELIZABETH KUNZ From Der Nord Westen, 27 May 1897: Death Thurs. last week, after a long illness, of Mrs. Elisabeth Kunz, widow of the late brewer Geo. Kunz. The deceased, who reached the age of 61, was born in Wittenberg, Saxony, and was one of the oldest settlers of our city. She is survived by 2 daughters, one of whom is married to Louis Kunz. The burial took place Sun. afternoon at the city cemetery.


ERWIN C. KUNZ Erwin C. Kunz, 72, of 918 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had become a patient the day before. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Vernon Anderson, pastor of First Lutheran Curch will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Kunz was born at Manitowoc, son of the late Louis and Mary Kunz, Feb. 3, 1888. He was graduated from First Ward High School and attended Manitowoc Business College. He had been associated for many years with Kunz and Bleser Brewery and had been a director 10 years of Kingsbury Breweries, resigning a number of years ago. During World War II he had been employed by Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He was a member of Elks Lodge 687 and Branch River Country Club. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. James Alder, of Wilmette, Ill., two nieces and two nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 14, 1960 P. 14


MARY KUNZ (d. 1925) MRS. L. KUNZ SUMMONED BY DEATH TODAY Funeral Services Will Be Held from Home Thursday Mrs. Mary Kunz, wife of Louis Kunz, 815 Marshall street, died at the Holy Family hospital at 1:4? this morning following an illness of several months. She was removed to the hospital about a month ago and underwent an operation for eye trouble. Death was due to a complication of diseases incident to old age. The funeral will be held from the family home at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon and burial will be at Evergreen cemetery. Mrs. Kunz was born at Cleveland, Ohio, March 26, 1856 and would have been sixty-nine at her next birthday. Strangely enough her family name before marriage was also Kunz and with her parents she came to Manitowoc as a child, receiving her education in the public schools here. She was married to Louis Kunz in this city November 28, 1876 and the family has since made its home here. Besides the husband she is survived by three children, George and Erwin Kunz of this city and Mrs. J.V. Aldrer of Wilmette, Ill. One sister, Mrs. O.B. Sonsthagen and five grandchildren also survive her. Mrs. Kunz was essentially a home body, devoting her time to her home and her family but her pleasant manner and kindly disposition won for her a wide circle of friends to whom news of the death will come as a shock and with a distinct sense of a personal loss. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. January 20, 1925 P. 2


CARL KURTH From Der Nord Westen, 24 June 1886: Death of 78-year old Carl Kurth on Tues., 22 June in his residence in the 3rd Ward of Manitowoc. He was born in Stettin, Pommerania and came to Manitowoc in 1869. He leaves a wife and three grown children – two sons and a daughter, the latter of whom is married to Capt. Pruess, as well as a number of grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. The burial will take place today at 2pm.


CHARLES KURTH From Der Nord Westen, 08 June 1905: Death on Sun. in the local mental facility of 34-yr. old Charles Kurth. The deceased was a son of Mr. Fr. Kurth, a resident on the corner of 12th and Hamilton Sts., and had suffered a nerve illness several years ago which required his placement in the facility. He is survived by a widow and 2 children, as well as his parents and several sisters. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon. ******* [cause: marasmus]


CHRISTINE KURTH Manitowoc Pilot 4/23/1896 A Mrs. Kurth, an old lady 80 years of age, was found dead in her yard in this city on Monday morning. She had risen early and went out in the yard for something and there dropped dead. (information sent in by researcher/see contributors page) ********** From Der Nord Westen, 23 Apr. 1896: Death on Mon. of Mrs. Christine Johanne Kurth in the home of her son Wilhelm Kurth. She was the mother of Friedrich and Wilhelm Kurth, as well as of Mrs. Maria Gauger. The deceased was born 27 Dec. 1817 in Maltzahn, Pomerania. The funeral was conducted by Pastor Machmueller on Wed. afternoon at the city cemetery. ******** [cause: exhaustion]


DORA KURTH BURDEN OF GRIEF TOO GREAT Mrs. Doreda Kurt Mourns For Her Daughter and Follows Her Home Grief over the death of a daughter, together with the infirmities of advanced years caused the death of Mrs. Doreda Kurt, one of the early settlers of Manitowoc county at Rapids, Thursday. She had been in failing health for a number of years, but no danger was anticipated until Tuesday, when the death of her daughter, Mrs. Heins, brought a weighty sorrow and the burden of grief was greater than she could withstand. Mrs. Kurt was 86 years of age and came to Manitowoc in early days. She had been a resident of the town of Rapids for nearly half a century and was a woman held in high esteem by a very large circle of friends and acquaintances. A family of grown up children survive her. The funeral will be held Sunday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, December 07, 1900, Page 1 ******** From Der Nord Westen, 13 Dec. 1900: Mrs. Dora Kurth, who has lived for many years in Rapids, died on 05 Dec. at the age of 92. Her funeral was held last Sun. in the local cemetery by Pastor Carl Nagel. The deceased was born in Wahlsdorp, Mecklenburg- Schwerin. She was the mother of Mr. A. Kugler in Manitowoc Rapids. ******** Dora Kuhrt(sic), nee Naumann/Born Nov. 28, 1809 in Wahlsdorf Mecklenburg- Schwerinn died Dec. 5 1900 in Rapids. Frau Kuhrt, having been married several times, died a widow. She is survived by 1 son, 1 daughter 14 grandchildren. from St. John's United Church of Christ burial record. ******** [cause: paralysis]


EDNA R KURTH Mrs. William C. Kurth, 71, of 618 A South 26th St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. She had been ill for two weeks. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Mittnacht Funeral Home and at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Maintowoc. The Very Rev. Clement P Kern will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. The former Edna Mittnacht was born Aug. 19, 1893, at Manitowoc, Daughter of the late Peter and Anna Coutley Mittnacht. She attended St. Boniface Parochial School and West Side High School, being graduated in 1910. She attended Manitowoc County Normal School and taught several years in Manitowoc County Rural schools. She was married to William C. Kurth April 5, 1915, and the couple observed their Golden anniversary of their wedding this year. Mrs. Kurth was a past president of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Otto Oas Post Auxiliary and the Eigtht district VFW Auxiliary, a past oracle of the Royal Neighbors, a past president of the Christian Mothers Alter Society of St. Pauls Church, past president of Daughters of Isabella, and a member of Manitowoc Eagles Aerie Auxiliary. Survivors include her husband and (some still living so I did not include them) 3 daughters and 3 sons; a brother Vernon Mittnacht of Miami FL., 31 grandchilldren and 9 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3:00 p.m. Sunday where the rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. by CMA and St. Paul parish members. Manitowoc Herald Times. Sat. June 12, 1965 ******** [d. 06-11-1965/age 71 yrs./wife of William C. Kurth]


FRIEDRICH KURTH FERD. KURTH, DEAD TODAY, HAD BEEN IN EMPLOY OF ONE CONCERN SINCE ARRIVAL IN CITY IN 1867 Ferdinand Kurth (sic), a resident of the city since 1867 and during practically all that time an employee of one company, died at his home, 1202 Hamilton street, today death being due to dropsy from which he had suffered for some time. Mr. Kurth was born in Germany Feb. 21, 1840, and located here at the age of 27. He was employed by John Schuette as a teamster for years and later had continued in Mr. Schuette’s employment in other capacities. Four children survive Mr. Kurth, being Mrs. R. Croll of Detroit, Mrs. Emil Sohrweide, Mrs. Charles Eberhardt and Miss Ella Kurth of this city. One brother, William Kurth and one sister, Mrs. Carl Gauger, also of this city, survive. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the German Lutheran church. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, January 13, 1915, Page 5 ********* Mrs. Charles Kurth, Mrs. Wm. Liezow and Mrs. Albert Hintz of Milwaukee who were here for the funeral of the late Ferd. Kurth have returned to their home. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, January 18, 1915, Page 3 ******** [Fred Kurth/bur. 16 Jan. 1915/cause: arteris selerosis]


JOHANNA (MUELLER) KURTH "MRS. KURTH SR. DIES AT HOME OF DAUGHTER. 81-year-old was resident of city 70 years; Funeral is Monday. Mrs. William Kurth Sr., 81, a resident of Manitowoc for nearly 70 years, died this morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C.A. Carnot, 1225 S 14th St. She had been ill for several weeks. Funeral srvices will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the Carnot home and at 2:00 p.m. from the First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. Interment will be at Evergreen Cemetery. The Deceased, who's maiden name was Johanna Mueller, was born in Germany in 1853. She came to this country with her parents at the age of 13. Landing at Milwaukee, the Mueller family made the trip to Manitowoc by Ox team, the journey required three days. Married to William Kurth in this city 62 years ago, she with her husband resided here continuously. A family of 8 daughters and one son was born to them. Survivors are the widower, a son, William Jr. of this city; eight daughters, Mrs H Heck, Mrs Martha Luessow, Mrs A.F. Hintz, and Mrs L.W. Brueggeman, all of Milwaukee, Mrs Jule Bielke, Chicago, Mrs C.A. Carnot, Mrs Otis R Grainger and Mrs. A.N Rhode, all of this city; nineteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. The body will be removed to the Carnot home on South 14th Streer Sunday noon from the Wattawa Urbanek and Schlei funeral home." Manitowoc Herald Times Fri Jan. 11, 1935 (sent in by researcher/see contributors page) ******** [bur. 01-14-1935/age 81 yrs./cause: senility/bur. on William J. Kurth lot]


WILHELMINE KURTH From Der Nord Westen 30 Nov. 1905: After a short illness Mrs. Fred Kurth, a well-known resident of our city, died on Tues. The deceased, who was born 11 Oct. 1841 in Germany, came to Manitowoc with her husband in 1867 where they lived ever since. She is survived by her husband and 4 children. The funeral will be held Sat. from the Lutheran Church. ******** [cause: gall stones]


WILLIAM KURTH, SR. Manitowoc Herald Times. Wed. April 29 1936 DEATH CLAIMS W. KURTH, 85 HERE TUESDAY. Established First Manitowoc Drayline 60 years ago; Services to be Saturday. William Kurth Sr., 85, who established the frist dray line in Manitowoc 60 years ago, died late Tuesday afternoon at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Carnot, 1225 S 14th St. He had been seriously ill for six weeks. In March 1932, Mr. and Mrs. Kurth observed the 60th anniversary of their marriage. Mrs. Kurth died in January 1935. Funeral services for Mr. Kurth will be held Saturday at 1:30 pm, from the Carnot home and at 2:00 from the First German Evangelical Lutheran church, of which Mr Kurth has been a member since locating in Manitowoc. Interment will be in Evergreen. Mr. Kurth was born in Maltzohn, Pommern, Germany, in 1851 and accompanied his parents to Manitowoc in 1869. After he finished school he embarked in the draying business. He continued this business for nearly 50 years and retired 15 years ago. He married Johanna Mueller in this city in 1872. Survivors are a son, William, city: seven daughters, Mrs A.N. Rhode, Mrs. O.R. Grainger, Mrs. C.A. Carnot,, all of this city; Mrs O. Beilka, Chicago, Mrs. H.C. Heck, Mrs M Luessow and Mrs A.F. Hinz, all of Milwaukee; 18 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren, One son, Richard, and a daughter Mrs Minna Brueggeman preceded their father in death. The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from Thursday noon until Friday afternoon, when it will be moved to the Carnot home. (information sent in by researcher/see contributors page) ******** [bur. 5-2-1936/age 84 yrs/cause: senility/bur. on William J. Kurth lot]


ELLA L. KUTCHERA Mrs. James Kutchera, 57, of 1519 Clark street, died early today at the Holy Family hospital, following a brief illness. Born Ella Laura Winter in this city in 1890, she was married to Mr. Kutchera in 1922. Survivors are the husband; son, (private) of this city; mother, Mrs. Gottlieb Winter of this city; brother, Walter of this city. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the First German Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. L.H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after Sunday noon, and will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Monday, to lie in state until the hour of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, May 23, 1947 P. 2 ******* [d. 05-24-1947/age 56 yrs/bur. on Gottlieb Winter lot]


JAMES W. KUTCHERA James W. Kutchera, 81, of 709 York St., Manitowoc, died Sunday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Keith Haag will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside services will be conducted by the V.F.W. Otto Oas Post No. 659. Mr. Kutchera was born June 6, 1890, at Wausau, son of the late Joseph and Catherine Kashaka Kutchera. He came to Manitowoc in 1919. Prior to his retirement in 1952 he was employed by the City of Manitowoc Street Dept. for 32 years. He married Ella Winter in 1922. She preceded him in death in 1947. He then married Mrs. Clara Birkholtz in 1953. She preceded him in death in 1955. He was a World War I veteran serving in Germany and France. He was a member of the American Legion Drews Bleser Post No. 88, the V.F.W. Otto Oas Post 659, the 32 Degree Division, the War Veterans of Chicago, the World War I Barracks and the Senior Citizens of Manitowoc. Survivors include a son, Melvin, of Manitowoc, a brother, George, of Hoquiam, Wash., and two grandchildren. Six brothers and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 o'clock this Monday evening until 11:30 a.m. Tuesday when the casket will be moved to the church until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 17, 1972


ANNA M. KUSTKA Mrs. Anna Kustka, 84, of 1519 Division street, Manitowoc, died Thursday afternoon at Holy Family hospital following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer funeral home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Kustka, nee Anna Watruba, was born on the homestead farm in Cooperstown in 1866 and came to Manitowoc 68 years ago. She was married to John Kustka in 1886. He died in 1904. Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Charles Pahlkoetter, Mrs. Anna DeHart and Mrs Charles Lorenz of Manitowoc; son, William of Manitowoc; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, December 22, 1950 P. 2 ******* [d. 12-21-1950/age 84 yrs.]


ANTON KUSTKA Anton G. Kustka, 67, retired shipyard worker, died unexpectedly Saturday noon at the home of his son in law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. John Balte, of 2228 LaFallette Av., Manitowoc. He was stricken with a sudden heart attack. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at the Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. E.A. Radey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. He was born in Carlton, Kewaunee County in 1886 and in 1909 married Miss Mollie Thor. In 1923 they move to Manitowoc and until his retirement in 1952 he was employed as a carpenter at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding, Inc. He was a member of the AFL Carpenters and Joiners Union. His wife died in 1928. For the past eight years Mr. Kustka had resided with his son in law and daughter. Survivors are a son, Norbert of Rt. 1, Cato; four daughters, Mrs. Edward Reitmeyer, Mrs. John Balte and Miss Marjorie Kustka and Mrs. Roger Tagge of Sturgeon Bay; sister, Mrs. Frank Drab of Rt. 1, Kewaunee; and six grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home, where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, January 11, 1954 P. 13 ******** [d. 01-09-1954/age 67 yrs.]


JOHN J. KUSTKA From Der Nord Westen, 07 Apr. 1904: John Kutska(sic), a resident of the 5th Ward, brought his life to an end Fri. evening by hanging himself in the cellar of his residence. He had come here from Bohemia several years ago and was a button maker by profession, but over the past few years has worked the glue boiler in the school furniture factory. He contracted consumption and had to give up his work several weeks ago because of increasing weakness. He and his wife and 4 small children were hard hit by these circumstances and led him to suicide. Fri. evening after the children had gone to bed, Mrs. Kutska remained up with her ill husband but finally went to bed on his promise he would soon follow. Instead he went to the cellar and hanged himself from a rafter. Mrs. Kutska awakened at 2 o'clock Sat. morning, realized her husband was not in bed and went looking for him. She lit the cellar and found her husband's body. Neighbors were notified, the body taken down and a doctor called, and it was established that life had gone. Justice of the Peace Falge held a coroner's inquest, and the jury returned a verdict of suicide. Kutska was about 43 yrs. old. ******** [bur. 04-02-1904/cause: suicide by hanging]


JAMES L. KYLE From the Manitowoc Herald, 24 Jun 1854: James L. Kyle (attorney) died, brother of D.W. Kyle. ********* MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT. In the matter of the Estate of James L. Kyle, Deceased. In Probate. On reading and filing the Petition of J. E. Platt of the village and County of Manitowoc representing among other things, that James L. Kyle, late of the village and County aforesaid, on the 19th day of June A.D. 1854, died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this County, and praying that administration of said estate be granted unto James Bennett of the village and County of Manitowoc, it is ordered, that said petition be heard before the Judge of this County on Saturday the 29th day of July instant, at 10 o'clock, A.M. at the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court. And it is further ordered, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased and to all persons, interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Tribune, a weekly newspaper printed and published at the village of Manitowoc, in the county of Manitowoc aforesaid. Dated this 6th day of July, A.D. 1854. GEORGE REED, County Judge Manitowoc Tribune, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, July 29, 1854 P. 5 ******* COMMISSIONER'S NOTICE. We, the subscribers being appointed by the Hon. the County Court for the County of Manitowoc, Commissioners to receive, examine and adjust, all claims and demands of all persons' against the estate of James L. Kyle, Esq., late of the village of Manitowoc, in said County, deceased, and also of all claims and demands exhibited in offset thereto, and six months and nine days from the 17th day of August last, being allowed by said court, for that purpose, we do thereafter hereby give notice that we will attend to the business of our said appointment at the office of S.A. Wood, in the Village of Manitowoc in said County on the 1st day of November, the 27th day of December and the 26th day of February next, from 10 o'clock A.M. until 4 o'clock P.M. on each of said days. Dated this 30th day of September, A.D. 1854. S.A. WOOD, J.W. THOMBS, D.A. REED, Commissioners. Manitowoc Tribune, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, September 30, 1854 P. 3