LUDWIG MAAS From Der Nord Westen, 09 Jan. 1896: Death on Fri. of Louis Maas in Kaukauna, where he had been visiting the past few weeks, of a stroke. He was an old and well-known resident of Manitowoc. The casket was brought here Mon. and buried in the city cemetery.
LOIS MADSEN Mrs. Roy C. Madsen, 65, of 2000 Johnson Dr., Manitowoc, died Monday night at Manitowoc Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. The former Lois F. Kraft was born Oct. 8, 1907 at Superior, a daughter of the late Conrad and Mildred Flick Kraft. She married Mr. Madsen on Oct. 26, 1926 at Kiel. The couple moved to Manitowoc in 1939. She was a member of the United Presbyterian Women's Organization, Manitowoc. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Funeral services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Phipps Memorial Chapel of the First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Gervase Zanotti, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 1972
RICHARD MAGUIRE From Der Nord Westen, 14 Feb. 1907: Richard McGuire, a well-known resident of our city in which he has been a resident since 1869, died yesterday after an illness of only a few days with pneumonia. The deceased was born 05 March 1844 in England and came to America as a child. At the outbreak of the Civil War he joined the 1st Wisconsin Infantry Regiment and served 4-1/2 years. After the war he went first to Milwaukee, then to Manitowoc. He is survived by a widow but no children. The funeral will be held Saturday or Sunday under the direction of the local post of the G.A.R., to which the deceased belonged.
ALBERT JOHANN CHRISTIAN MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen, 02 Aug. 1894: Death on Mon., 30 July of Albert Johann Christian Mahnke, son of South 8th Street resident, widow Louise Mahnke, of typhus. The deceased was born 23 Feb. 1869. His funeral took place yesterday afternoon under the direction of Pastor Machmueller. The Rankin Guard, to which the deceased belonged, gave him the last salute.
AUGUST MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen, 02 May 1895: Death on Thurs. morning last week of AUGUST MAHNKE of Manitowoc. The deceased was born in Kittendorf, Mecklenburg-Schwerin, and came to America in 1853, settling in Manitowoc where he has lived ever since. For many years he was employed here as fruit buyer for the Schuette Bros. He was twice married, both wives predeceasing him, and he leaves 6 grown sons. He reached the age of 71 yrs. and was buried Sun. afternoon in the city cemetery. ******** [cause: apoplexy]
CHRISTIAN MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen, 01 June 1905: Death at 7 a.m. Wed. in Reedsville, quite unexpectedly, of Christ Mahnke of Manitowoc. Mr. Mahnke fell ill with pneumonia in Feb. but had recovered to the point where the doctor gave him permission to visit his brother in Reedsville. There he suffered a relapse and death overtook him. Christ Mahnke was born 03 Sep. 1855 in Kittendorf, Mecklenburg-Schwerin. He came to America with his parents in 1865 and settled in Manitowoc where he has lived ever since. Since 1897 he had a retail store on Washington St. His widow, 6 daughters and 2 sons mourn his death. The funeral will be held Friday. [bur. 05-31-1905/cause: pneumonia]
CHRISTIAN MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen, 17 Aug. 1905: Death Wed. last week in Manitowoc Rapids of Christian Mahnke of a lung ailment. The deceased was born in 1822, came to America in 1853, and was a resident of our county for 44 yrs. He leaves 5 children. The funeral was held Friday. ******* [age 83 yrs./cause: abscess of the lungs] ******* (Christian Mahnke/d. 08/09/1905/bur. 08/12/1905/ from records of St. Johns Evang. Luth. Ch.)
CHRISTINE MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen, 30 Apr. 1891: Death on Mon. of Mrs. Christina Mahnke. She was born 28 Sept. 1797 in Mecklenburg-Schwerin and reached the age of 93 yrs. 6 mos. 30 days. She leaves 2 sons, 2 daughters, 36 grandchildren, and 55 great grandchildren. The burial took place today at the city cemetery with Pastor Machmueller delivering the funeral sermon. ****** [cause: pneumonia]
ELSIE MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen, 28 Jan. 1892: Death on Thurs. of the 10 mo. old daughter of Mr. August Mahnke of Manitowoc. Burial was Sat.
FRED HERMAN MAHNKE Name: Mahnke, Frederick D.: 9/2/1877 B.: 10/23/1835 Reg. D.: 12/27/1877 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 41 Yrs. 10 Mo. 9 Da. B.P.: Germany D.P.: Mtwc. City Cem.: Mtwc. Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. F. Pieper Spouse: Louise Mahnke F.: M.: Cause of Death: Smallpox Pg. #: v.1 p.243
CHILD OF GEORGE MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen, 14 Oct. 1909: A 3-week old child of George Mahnke here died Thursday last week.
HERMANN CHRISTIAN CASPER MAHNKE Name: Mahnke, Hermann C. C. D.: 8/19/1877 B.: 2/9/1869 Reg. D.: 12/27/1877 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 8 Yr. 6 Mo. 10 Da. B.P.: D.P.: Cem.: Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. F. Pieper Spouse: F.: Aug. Mahnke M.: Maria Mahnke Cause of Death: Typhus Fever Pg. #: v.1 p.241 *************** [Note: It's possible that the tombstone transcription death date was mis-transcribed as this appears to be the same person]
LOUIS MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen, 25 Apr. 1907: Death Wednesday evening last week of 27-year old Louis Mahnke here of consumption. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. ******* [cause: consumption]
LOUISE MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen 28 July 1904: Death Wed. noon last week, after a six-month illness, of 69-yr. old Mrs. Louis Mahnke in the residence of her daughter here, Mrs. H. Ploeckelmann. The deceased, who belongs among the old settlers of our city, leaves 5 children. Her husband died in 1870. Her funeral was held Sat. afternoon. ******** [bur. 07-22-1904/cause: cancer of the liver]
MARIA MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen, 03 Feb. 1881: Death of Mrs. Johanna Maria Catharina Mahnke on Sat. morning last week. She is the wife of Aug. Mahnke employed by Schuette Brothers, and mother of Fritz Mahnke. Burial took place Mon. afternoon.
MINNA MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen, 16 Feb. 1905: Death yesterday morning, following a long illness, of 34 yr. old Mrs. Henry Mahnke. The deceased fell ill early last year and never recovered. She was born here in Manitowoc, maiden name Minnie Pingel, and has always lived here. Her husband and 4 children mourn her early death. ****** [cause: tuberculosis] (Note: The age is off in the obit.)
WILHELMINA MAHNKE From Der Nord Westen, 10 Nov. 1892: Death of a heart attack on 07 Nov. of 64 yr. old Mrs. Wilhelmine Mahnke, wife of Mr. August Mahnke. Burial will take place today, Thurs., in the city cemetery. ********** [cause: heart disease]
EDWIN MAIER: From Der Nord Westen, 04 June 1896: Death Fri. last week of the 11-wk. old child of Main Street resident Frank Maier. The burial took place Sun. in the city cemetery.
FRANK MAIER: From Der Nord Westen, 08 June 1899: Death Fri. evening about 8 p.m. of Frank Maier in an accident in downtown Manitowoc while he was driving a team of runaway horses. (Long article describing the accident) Frank Maier was the son of the widow Anna Maier who operates a grocery store on S. Main Street. He was born Oct. 1869 and thus was almost 30 yrs. of age. Earlier he worked in his mother’s store but in recent years has worked in several other stores. He married about four years ago, had two children, both of whom died. He is survived by his widow, his mother, 2 brothers and 5 sisters. His well-attended funeral took place Sun. afternoon at the city cemetery.
ELLEN MALLET From Der Nord Westen, 01 Feb. 1906: Death Wednesday evening last week of Mrs. Ellen Malette following a long confinement with old age debility. Mrs. Malette was born 05 June 1818 in Ireland and was a resident of our city since 1858. She leaves one son and one daughter. The funeral was conducted Friday morning.
JOSEF MARES From Der Nord Westen, 06 June 1907: Death Saturday morning in Town Kossuth of farmer Joseph Maresh of a stomach illness at age 62. He leaves a widow and 4 children. The funeral was held Monday at the local Catholic cemetery. *********** [Joseph Maresch/bur. 06-01-1907/cause: cancer of the stomach]
FRED MARESH From Der Nord Westen, 25 May 1899: (A great deal of space in this issue is devoted to the gunshot suicide of County Clerk Fred Maresh on Mon., an event so newsworthy it would be covered in equal or greater detail in the English press.) ********** Maresch Was Insane Manitowoc's County Clerk Made Preparations for His Death Manitowoc, Wis., May 23.- Fred Maresch, county clerk, who yesterday afternoon shot himself in the head and died instantly, was apparently insane. He left his wife at the court house and bade good by to her and his friends. He then hired a rig and drove to his mother-in-law's and said good by to her. From there he drove home and left the horse tied in front of the house. He sent the servant to the office to tell his wife that he was sick. She came home at once only to find his lifeless body stretched on the floor with a bullet hole in the right temple. He had undressed and put on a clean suit of underwear, clean socks and a night robe. A lady who lives downstairs was sitting in a room almost underneath him, but did not hear the shot. No letters were left to explain his actions. A post mortem examination was made and the physicians stated that the brain was diseased and that it was a clear case of insanity. Fred Maresch was 29 years of age and married. He leaves a widow and one child, a boy 5 years old. He was a son of Wenzel Maresch of this city, a retired farmer of means. The deceased came to Manitowoc several years ago. When the Second Wisconsin regiment went to Porto Rico Maresch accompanied them, holding the rank of lieutenant. A siege of typhoid fever which followed his return from the Porto Rican campaign is said to be the direct cause of his mental trouble. The Milwaukee Journal, May 23, 1899, pg. 8, col C
JOSEPHINE MARESH From Der Nord Westen, 27 Feb. 1902: Death Sun. in Chicago of Mrs. Josephine Maresh, widow of deceased County Clerk Fred Maresh. She was born in Manitowoc in 1869 and is survived by a son. The casket was brought here and buried Tuesday.
BESSY MARKHAM From Der Nord Westen, 24 Jan. 1901: The body of Mrs. Byron Markham, who died several years ago in Saugatuck, Mich., was exhumed last week and brought here by Mr. Markham to be re-buried in the local city cemetery. Mr. Byron Markham was a well-know resident of our city but is now living in New Lisbon, Wis.
BYRON MARKHAM From Der Nord Westen, 04 Feb. 1904: Death Fri. in New Lisbon of Byron Markham, a former resident of our city, following a long illness. Mr. Markham was born 26 Apr. 1830 in Wilmington, New York, and came to Manitowoc in 1854 to settle in Town Gibson, moving to Manitowoc City a few years later. During the war and for a few years following, he filled the office of Charity Assessor. In 1877 he moved to Saugatuck, Michigan, and later to New Lisbon, Wisconsin, where he died. He leaves his widow, 4 brothers, including J.D. Markham here, and a sister. The body was brought here and buried Tues. in the city cemetery.
JOHN D. MARKHAM From Der Nord Westen, 15 Nov. 1906: Another one of our old pioneers is gone. John D. Markham died Thursday morning last week. Mr. Markham was born 23 April 1828 in Wilmington, Essex County, New York. After studying law he went west, settling first in Milwaukee. However, he came to Manitowoc in 1856 and ever since that time has lived here and followed the practice of law. During the years 1859-1862 he served as District Attorney of Manitowoc County… He leaves 2 sons and a daughter, as well as several sisters. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon with a large number of vehicles in the funeral train. ******* [cause: old age]
MARY (BURT) MARKHAM From Der Nord Westen, 12 Jan. 1899: Death yesterday morning at her home on the corner of Park and 5th Streets of 72-yr. old Mrs. Markham, wife of John D. Markham. She leaves her husband, two sons and a daughter – namely, Robert and Herbert from here and Mrs. J.P. Briggs of Wausau. ********* [cause: tuberculosis]
ALEXANDER MARKS From the Manitowoc Herald, 05 Apr 1856: Alexander Marks formerly of Cleveland, Ohio died in Manitowoc.
LUELLA MARKS From Der Nord Westen, 09 Oct. 1902: Death Sun. of 39-yr. old Mrs. Luella Marks from rheumatic fever at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Hansen, 1129 South 11th St. The deceased had moved to Manitowoc from Michigan 2 yrs. ago. Her funeral was held yesterday afternoon. ********* Mrs. H. Marks/nee L. Smith/b. 6 Nov. 1863/d. 5 Oct. 1902/survived by husband/ from St. John's United Church of Christ burial record
FLORA MARQUARDT From Der Nord Westen, 21 Jan. 1904: Death Sat. evening of the 4-yr. old daughter of Ferdinand Marquardt here following a short illness. The funeral was held Tues. afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
FRIEDERICKA MARQUARDT From Der Nord Westen, 30 Aug. 1906: Death on Sunday, from old age debility, of Mrs. Friederika Marquardt in the residence of her daughter Mrs. Wihsmann here. The deceased, one of the old settlers of our city, reached the age of 70 but had been ill for a long time. She leaves 4 sons and 2 daughters. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon.
BABY OF FRITZ MARQUARDT From Der Nord Westen, 01 Apr. 1897: Death Sun. of the newborn child of Fritz Markwart, with burial Monday.
HAROLD MARQUARDT From Der Nord Westen, 05 Sep. 1901: The 6-yr. old son of Richard Marquart here died Wed. last week following an illness of only a few hours. Shortly before his death the boy had eaten "Moorrueben" (swamp cabbage?). Medical help came too late. The funeral was held Fri. ******** [cause: convulsions]
KARL MARQUARDT From Der Nord Westen, 13 June 1907: Death Thursday morning of 81-year old Carl Marquard who lives on South 11th Street. He leaves his sorrowing widow, one son and 2 daughters. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon.
HERMANN MARTENS From Der Nord Westen, 14 Feb. 1901: Death of Hermann Martens on Sat. morning after a year-long illness of old age debility. He was born in Holstein 11 Dec. 1823 and came to America in 1850, settling for a while in New York then coming to Wisconsin when this state was the mecca for all immigrants. Mr. Martens settled in Milwaukee, then moved to Watertown and then in 1851 came to New Holstein briefly before moving to Chicago where he spent a year in the shipbuilding trade. Once again he went to Watertown until 1855, on to New Holstein again, then coming to Manitowoc in 1856 where he remained the rest of his life. Here he owned a general store but continued trading in agricultural commodities. In 1856 he married Miss Sophie Kansier (his surviving widow). The marriage produced 2 sons and a daughter. His funeral was Mon. at the city cemetery.
INGEBORQ MARTINSON From Der Nord Westen, 09 Feb. 1899: Death on Thurs. night of a 6-mo. old daughter of Mr. John Martinson here. The burial took place Sun.
LAWRENCE D. MASON Lawrence (Larry) D. Mason, age 57, a resident of Manitowoc, died Monday, April 23, 2001, at his residence. Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 26, 2001, at 10 a.m. at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 628 N Water St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Robert Meyer will officiate with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Larry was born May 14, 1943, at Pontiac, Mich. His parents are the late Robert Mason and Catherine Monroe Mason Kremlick. He married Bernice A. Klein, June 18, 1966 in Menomonee, Mich. During his lifetime, Larry worked in the construction industry at various job sites throughout the state of WI. He was an avid hunter and stock car racing fan. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his parents and his stepfather, Edward Kremlick. Friends may call the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Wednesday, 5 to 9 p.m. and Thursday, 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m. Herald Times Reporter, April 25. 2005
LESTER MATEJOVETZ Lester John Matejovetz, age 85, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, entered eternal life Saturday, Feb. 10, 2007, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 14, at First Lutheran Church Chapel. The Rev. Steven Olson will be officiating. Cremation will have taken place and burial of the cremains will be at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at First Lutheran Church Chapel from 11 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday. (Survivors omitted for privacy) The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 13, 2007
JOSEPH MATEK From Der Nord Westen, 29 Jan. 1899: Death yesterday morning of Jacob Matek after a long illness with the dreaded “strangulation” consumption. He was born in Prussian Poland in 1863 and came to Manitowoc with his parents in 1868. As he was growing up he worked in the Schuette Bros. store and was employed there for 15 years. Later he took over the Delmonico Saloon, sold that and shortly thereafter moved to Milwaukee. He fell sick there and returned to spend his final days here. In addition to his parents he is survived by his widow and three children. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning from St. Boniface Church.
RUEBEN MATEK From Der Nord Westen, 16 Apr. 1903: Ruben Matek, 16-yr. old son of Mrs. B. Matek here, died yesterday after a long illness. The youth was born here 15 Aug. 1887 but suffered a crippling fall when he was 5 yrs. old from which he never recovered. A month ago he contracted consumption which claimed his life. In addition to his widowed mother he is survived by a brother and a sister. His funeral will take place tomorrow.
CHARLES MAXFELDT From Der Nord Westen, 29 Mar. 1906: On Wednesday morning Charles Maxfeldt, a well-known resident of our city, was found dead in his bed, a stroke having taken his life during the night. The deceased was born in Germany 70 years ago, but for at least 50 years he has been a resident of our city. He was a veteran of the Civil War, and the local post of the G.A.R. will carry him to his last rest on Friday afternoon. His wife died about a year ago since which time Mr. Maxfeldt has been ill but not considered serious; during that period he lived with his only son from whose house the funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon.
MINNIE MAXFELDT From Der Nord Westen, 20 Oct. 1904: Mrs. Lilian Marfeldt(sic) died here yesterday. The deceased, who was 60, came to Manitowoc in the early 60’s and has lived here since. In 1864 she married Charles Marfeldt with whom she lived happily. In addition to her grief stricken husband, she leaves a son. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon from the German Methodist Church. ******* [bur. 10-19-1904/age 60 yrs./cause: peritonitis] (Note: After consulting with Evergreen cem., it was determined this is the right place for this obituary)
JOHN MAYER From Der Nord Westen, 09 Mar. 1905: Death Thurs. last week from pneumonia of John Meyer, a resident on Lake Shore Road about a mile south of Manitowoc. The deceased, who was born in Germany 50 yrs. ago, came to Manitowoc with his parents while he was still a child and since that time has resided in our county. He leaves a widow and 8 children. The funeral was held Sunday. ********* [bur. 03-04-1905/age 48 yrs./cause: pneumonia]
KARL MAYER From Der Nord Westen, 23 June 1904: A 7-day old little son of John Meyer(sic), who lives 3 miles south of Manitowoc, died Saturday.
EUGENE MCCARTHY From Der Nord Westen, 22 July 1909: Following a 2-year debilitating illness, 20th Street resident Eugene McCarthy, died yesterday morning. The deceased, who was 54, leaves a widow and 5 children. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning from the Catholic Church on the North Side.
BABY MCCAULEY From Der Nord Westen, 10 Aug. 1905: A second child of Capt. McCarty(sic) died Wed. evening last week. Last week we reported the death of another child. Both children died of the dreaded meningitis.
STANLEY MCCAULEY From Der Nord Westen, 03 Aug. 1905: Death Fri., following an illness of several days, of the 7-yr. old son of Capt. McCauly here. The funeral was Monday.
ROBERT J. MCDONELL Herald Times Reporter August 13, 2000 Funeral Services for Robert J. McDonell, age 83, of Manitowoc, who died Thursday, August 10, 2000, at his residence, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, August 14, 2000, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, North 7th & State St., Manitowoc. Rev. David Hoffman will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc, from 6-8 p.m. Sunday (TONIGHT) and at Sacred Heart Church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. A Prayer Service will be held at 8 p.m. Sunday.
AGNES MCGAVIN From Der Nord Westen, 04 Apr. 1907: Death Saturday of 83-year old Mrs. Robert Mcgavin after a long illness. The lady had suffered a stroke about a year ago from which she was never able to fully recover. The deceased, who was born in Scotland, came to America with her husband in 1852, and settled here where she has lived ever since. She leaves her husband and 7 children. The funeral took place Tuesday.
ROBERT GILLIES MCGAVIN From the Manitowoc Herald, 28 Feb 1857: Robert Gillies McGavin died at Manitowoc, son of Robert and Agnes McGavin.
ULYSSUS S. GRANT MCGLYNN Ulysses Simpson Grant "Stoney" McGlynn (May 26, 1872 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania - August 26, 1941 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin), was a former professional baseball player who played pitcher in the Major Leagues from 1906-1908. He would play for the St. Louis Cardinals. (From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia online and another fine article at http://www.jsonline.com) Photo ****** [Ulyssus S. Grant McGlynn/d. 08-26-1941/age 69 yrs./cause: carcinoma of liver and stomach]
MARY MCNAMARA From Der Nord Westen, 10 May 1900: Death in Kaukauna of Mrs. McNamara of St. Paul, daughter of widow Mrs. Wurster in Kaukauna, of consumption at age 26. Her body was brought here Thurs. and buried in the city cemetery.
MARY MEANY From Der Nord Westen, 15 Oct. 1908: Death in Reedsville Monday morning of Miss Mary Meany, a sister of Dr. Meany here, at age 53. The deceased was buried yesterday afternoon in the local city cemetery.
JOACHIM MEDAUS From Der Nord Westen, 11 June 1908: Death here Friday of 70-year old Joachim Medaus, a resident of our city for 54 years. He leaves a widow, 4 sons and 3 daughters. The funeral was held Monday afternoon.
LOUISE DOROTHEA (KANSIER) MEEKER (sent in by researcher/see contributors page) Louise Dorothea nee Kansier Meeker, daughter of Henry Kansier & Friederike Brick, (wife of Frank Meeker) born on 13 December 1874 in Manitowoc, baptized 1 January 1875 at First German Lutheran, confirmed there on 8 April 1888, died 6 April 1974 in Manitowoc at age: 99yr. 3mo. 24da., buried 9 April 1974, service at First German Lutheran, burial at Evergreen Cemetery. (Her millinery shop, located on Franklin Street in Manitowoc, is now located at Pinecrest Historical Village.)
SOPHIA MEIENBURG From Der Nord Westen, 09 Nov. 1899: Death Tues. evening of 63-yr. old Mrs. Meyenburg, wife of our eminent citizen Charles Meyenburg, after a long and difficult illness. The deceased, who came here from Germany in 1854, married Mr. Meyenburg a year later. She has lived in our city for 45 years and was well respected by everybody. She has suffered from cancer for a long time and underwent an operation several weeks ago. In addition to her husband Mrs. Meyenburg is survived by 3 sons and 5 daughters. Her funeral will take place Sat. afternoon from the funeral parlor at 1312 S. 8th Street.
THEODORE MEIENBURG From Der Nord Westen, 23 Feb. 1888: Burial Thurs. of last week of 20-year old Theodor Meyenburg who had been ill for many years with consumption.
CAROL M. MEIHSNER (sent in by researcher/see contributors page) Carol M. Meihsner, age 70, formerly of 1615 Division St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning, October 1, 1999, Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, October 5, 1999, at Reinhold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and 10:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Camillus Janas O.F.M. will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Carol was born December 31, 1928, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Edward M. and Clara Haws Koch Jr. She grew up in Two Rivers graduating from Washington High School with the class of 1946. She was married to Harry F. Meihsner October 1, 1949 at St. Mark's Church, Two Rivers. She has been a resident of Manitowoc for the past 50 years. Carol worked as a school crossing guard for the City of Manitowoc for 22 years, retiring in 1988. She enjoyed her family, traveling and playing Sheepshead. She is a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church, St. Theresa Society of St. Andrew Catholic Church and Women's Auxiliary of the United Transportation Union. Survivors include her husband, Harry; her children, 15 grandchildren, two brothers and sisters-in-law, one sister and brother-in-law. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Glenn Koch. Relatives and friends may call at Reinhold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, October 4, 1999. There will be a Parish Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. Monday led by Rev. Camillus Jana O.F.M. There will also be a visitation at the funeral home Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, WI, October 3, 1999
LOUISE MEIENBURG From Der Nord Westen, 18 Oct.1877: Mrs. Louise Meinburg/d. 12 Oct. 1877 of smallpox/age 75 yrs. *********** Name: Meyenburg, Louise C. L. D.: 10/12/1877 B.: 2/13/1802 Reg. D.: 12/27/1877 Sex: F/W Age at Death: B.P.: D.P.: Cem.: Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. F. Pieper Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: v.1 p.245
ELSIE MEIENBURG From Der Nord Westen, 23 Aug. 1900: Death Thurs. of a small child of Charles Meyenburg after a long illness. (Checked with cemetery office and they agreed this is the right child)
FLORENCE H. MEISNER Mrs. Florence H. Meisner, 87, a Manitowoc resident, died Thursday morning, Jan. 7, (1982) at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Order of Eastern Star will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Meisner, nee Florence H. Drumm, was born May 30, 1894, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late William and Bertha Rohrer Drumm. She was married to Melvin C. Meisner June 29, 1911, at Manitowoc, the couple residing at Two Rivers after their marriage. They moved to Milawukee to reside until 1968, when they moved to Valders to make their home. Mr. Meisner preceded her in death July 28, 1970. Mrs. Meisner was a member of Order of Eastern Star of Manitowoc. Survivors include two sisters, three sisters-in-law, a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister, Laura Conklan, and a brother, William J. Drumm. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of services. Memorials are appreciated to Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Thursday, January 7, 1982 (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
FRED MEISNER From Der Nord Westen, 22 Mar. 1906: Friedrich Johann Carl Meisner, an old and well-known settler in Town Newton, was found dead in his bed Wednesday morning last week. A heart attack during the night brought his life to an end. Meisner was born 05 February 1825 in Sulten, Mecklenburg-Schwerin, and came to America in 1853. He lived 4 years in Manitowoc, moving to Town Newton in 1857 where he has lived ever since. His wife preceded him in death about a year ago. He is survived by 3 sons. The funeral was held Monday afternoon. ********* [Fred Meisner/bur. 6-18-1927/cause: heart failure/bur. on Henry Meisner lot/ removal from Newton]
JOHN MEISNER From Der Nord Westen, 29 Aug. 1901: Also on Wed. last week, John Meissner here died of dropsy. He was born in 1821 and came to America about 50 yrs. ago. He leaves his widow and 4 children. The funeral was held Fri. afternoon.
MAGRATA MEISNER From Der Nord Westen, 18 May 1905: We received the news too late for publication in last week’s newspaper, that Mrs. Margarethe Meissner, the 72-yr. old wife of Fr. Meissner, Sr., in Newton, had died on Tues. Mrs. Meissner had a lesion which turned into a malignant growth. For 7 yrs. she had the growth operated on, but it grew larger and eventually caused here death. Mrs. Meissner was born 05 Dec. 1832 in Bavaria and came to America with her parents in 1852. The family settled in Town Mishicott. In 1846, Mrs. Meissner, nee Margarethe Stelzer, married her late husband and settled with him in Town Newton where they lived ever since. She is survived by 3 children. The funeral was held Fri. afternoon by Pastor Sieker at the cemetery of the Newton Lutheran Church. ******* [Magrata Meisner/bur. 6-18-1927/cause: abdominal tumor/bur. on Henry Meisner lot/ removal from Newton]
CARL FR. MEISSNER Name: Meissner, Carl Fr. D.: 10/26/1877 B.: 12/13/1876 Reg. D.: 12/27/1877 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 10 Mo. 14 Da. B.P.: D.P.: Cem.: Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. F. Pieper Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Cramps Pg. #: 245 ********* [Burial register has buried the child of Mrs. Meisner Fri Gr $1]
JOACHIM MEISSNER Name: Meissner, Joachim D.: 6/26/1877 B.: Reg. D.: 12/27/1877 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 50 Yrs. 2 Mo. 20 Da. B.P.: Germany D.P.: Cem.: Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. F. Pieper Spouse: Wilhelmine Meissner F.: M.: Cause of Death: Consumption Pg. #: v.1 p.240 [Burial register has buried Mr. Meissner from Rapitz friegrount $2.50]
FRIEDRICH MEISTER Name: Meister, Friedrich D.: 9/22/1869 B.: 10/10/1845 Reg. D.: 10/5/1869 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 23 Yrs. 11 Mo. 12 Da. B.P.: Prussia D.P.: Mtwc. Cem.: Evergreen Ch.: Inf. & Address: M. H. Quehl Spouse: Aususte Thiele F.: M.: Cause of Death: Accident Add Info.: Teamster Pg. #: v.1 p.68 and v.6 p.221 (2 entries) ************* [bur. 09-24-1869]
GUSIE MEISTER From Der Nord Westen, 07 Feb. 1901: A child of Otto Meister died Thurs. last week a few hours after birth.
ARTHUR BRYANT MELENDY From Der Nord Westen, 06 Feb. 1902: Death Tues. morning of Mr. A.B. Melendy from pneumonia following an illness of only a few days. Mr. Melendy was born 11 Dec. 1850 in Milwaukee and came to Manitowoc about 27 yrs. ago where he has been a resident ever since. For many years he operated a photography business in the company of Mr. A.J. Packard under the firm name Melendy & Packard. He left that firm in 1899 and established his own gallery in the new Metropolitan Block. While photographing the ruins of the Wood Buildings he caught a cold which turned into pneumonia and took his life. He leaves a widow and 7 children as well as a sorrowing mother who resides in Sheboygan Falls, plus several sisters. The funeral will take place this afternoon at 2 p.m.
ELIZABETH MENDLIK From Der Nord Westen, 03 Mar. 1904: Death here Mon. morning, following a long illness, of Mrs. Henry Mendlik. Mrs. Mendlik had undergone an operation in Milwaukee three months ago. She later learned that a subsequent operation was necessary which she underwent here on Fri. She never improved from that operation and died on Mon. Mrs. Mendlik was born in Bohemia 52 yrs. ago and came here with her family 29 yrs. ago. She married Mr. Mendlik here, now leaving him and 3 daughters. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon.
RUDOLPH MENDLIK From Der Nord Westen, Aug. 20, 1891: The 15 yr. old son of Mr. Mendlik died a few days ago here in Manitowoc of diptheria. The Health Department promptly quarantined the house. ****** [bur. 08-16-1891/age 14 yrs./cause: diptheria]
THERESE MENGE From Der Nord Westen, 06 Jan. 1876: Death of Mrs. Therese Menge last Sunday morning. She was the wife of Carl Menge and mother of August Menge (of L’Anse on Lake Superior), Carl Menge (of Chicago), and William Menge. The deceased would have been 69 years old next Saturday. Burial was Wednesday afternoon.
CHARLES MERRILL From Der Nord Westen, 07 Mar. 1901: Death Fri. here of 82-yr. old Charles M. Merrill of old age debility. The deceased, who was a resident here for many years, served during the Civil War with the 60th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment. The funeral was Sun.
FRANKIE MERRILL no stone From the Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, July 20, 1871: Sad Case of Drowning - We are pained to chronicle, this week, the death by drowning, last Monday afternoon, of Frankie Merrill, aged about 10 years, a little son of Mr. R.G. Merril, a highly respected citizen of this city. The little fellow with a number of his companions were up at the Little Manitowoc river in bathing, and the rest of the boys had come out of the water and commenced dressing, when one of their number enquired, "Where is Frankie Merrill - Here are his clothes?" and immediately all faces were turned to the river, but poor Frankie was nowhere to be seen. Alarm was brought to the city as soon as possible, and men hastened to the spot and commenced dragging the river for the body, which was brought to the surface about 9 o'clock and conveyed to the residence of the grief stricken parents. The little fellow could not swim, and it is supposed that he got out beyond his depth and sank before could utter a cry for help. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon, and was attended by a large concourse of sympathising friends. We tender the afflicted family our most heartfelt sympathy in this their sad bereavement. **** Manitowoc Tribune Vol. 18 No. 14, Thursday July 20, 1871, Page 4 Column 3 Drowned. -- Frank Merrill, eldest son of Rosco Merrill, of this city, aged 10 years, was drowned while bathing in the Little Manitowoc river, below the bridge, on last Monday afternoon. He was not missed by his bathing companions until they were dressed and ready to leave, when they noticed the clothes of young Merrill still lying on the shore. They immediately gave the alarm, and search was made, but the body was not found until about four hours after the accident.
CASPER MESMER From Der Nord Westen, 29 Apr. 1875: Death of Caspar Messmer, an old settler, on Monday afternoon.
VICTORIA MESSMER From Der Nord Westen, 28 Oct. 1875: Death of Mrs. Victoria Messmer (nee Zins) on 21 Oct. following an operation in “Frauen-Hospital” in Chicago. Her body was brought home and was buried on Sunday. Attending the burial was Mr. John F. Zinns of Milwaukee, as well as sons of the deceased – one from Buffalo, the other from Waupaca. Mrs. Messmer was 52 years old.
ELSIE METZGER From Der Nord Westen, 07 Feb. 1901: Death Thurs. last week of the 2-yr. old daughter of local resident Anton Metzger of pneumonia. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon.
HAROLD METZGER From Der Nord Westen, 29 July 1909: A small child of Division Street resident Adolph Metzger died Saturday and was buried Monday.
JOSEPH MEURER From Der Nord Westen, 01 Feb. 1906: Joseph Meuer(sic), whose fall from a railroad bridge we reported last week, died of his injuries Friday morning in Holy Family Hospital. The deceased was born 45 years ago in Manitowoc Rapids and resided on 14th Street here. He is survived by a widow and 3 children as well as 2 brothers and 4 sisters. ***** [cause: injury of head]
ANNA MARIA MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 25 Sept. 1879: Sudden death by heart attack of Mrs. Anna Maria Meyer (nee Steinvorth) on Thurs. of last week in Newton. She was 61 years, 7 mos. and 16 days of age, the wife of Heinrich Meyer. In her last hour she asked for a cup of tea and as the servant girl returned with it, she was already dead. She leaves her husband and six grown children, of which four are already married. The eldest son, Heinrich Wilhelm, is the publisher of the “Appleton Volksfreund”. Her body was committed to the earth on Sun. morning at the Lutheran Cemetery.
ARLINE MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 22 Aug 1907: The body of a child, a few days old, of Paul Meyer in Milwaukee was brought here for burial. [Note: Burial register has Arline Meyer, female, 3 days, born in Wis., cause of death: cardeac. She is buried on the Mrs. John Schroeder lot.]
BERTHA MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 26 Dec., 1907: Death Tuesday from cancer of Mrs. August Meyer. The deceased was born 28 March 1850 in Colberg, Pomerania, and came to America as a 6-year old child, coming directly to Manitowoc. In 1867 she married August Meyer and except for a 10 year period between 1885 to 1895, when they lived in Ashland, they have resided here. She is survived by her husband and a grown daughter. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. from the funeral home, 910 South Main Street. (nee Bertha Gauger)
DOROTHEA MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 14 Nov. 1895: Death on Mon., 11 Nov., of Mrs. Dorothea Meyer, widow of Johann Meyer who died 12 Oct. last year. The deceased, whose dwelling is on the corner of Clark and 15th St., was born 23 Sept. 1823 in Holstein. She and her husband came to Manitowoc in 1850 where they have lived ever since. Her son, John Meyer, Jr. survives. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon with a large crowd at the city cemetery. *********** [cause: cancer of the liver]
EDWIN MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 09 June 1887: Death of 4-year old Edwin Meyer, son of Henry J. Meyer, on Mon. of meningitis. Pastor Piper of the Evangelical Lutheran Church conducted the funeral.
ESTHER MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 26 Nov. 1903: Death Sun. last week, following a short illness, of the 6-mo. old little daughter of local Washington St. resident J.F. Meyer. Burial was Sunday.
GERHARDT MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 14 Nov. 1901: Death last night, following a long illness, of Gerhard Meyer, one of the best known residents of our city. He was born 12 May 1822 in Hoegenhausen, Hanover, and after learning to be a mason, came to America and married 13 Apr. 1849 in Sheboygan. The day following his wedding he came to Manitowoc where he has lived ever since. Both Mr. and Mrs. Meyer have now died within the past year of the grippe. Mrs. Meyer died first, but he resisted as long as he could. He is survived by 2 sons: Johann Heinrich Meyer here, and Friedrich Meyer in Grand Rapids, Mich., as well as a brother in St. Louis. The funeral will take place Sun afternoon from the funeral home on the corner of Main and Washington Sts.
HEINRICH MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 17 June 1897: Death Sun. morning of Arndt Heinrich Meyer in the home of his brother, Gerhard Meyer, in Manitowoc. The deceased, who was 82 yrs. of age and was one of the first settlers of Manitowoc County, having lived here uninterruptedly since 1846, was well known for his stories and recollections. The funeral took place Tues. afternoon at the city cemetery.
IDA MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 20 Feb. 1908: Death in Holy Family Hospital on Friday of Miss Ida Meyer, daughter of August Meyer here. Miss Meyer was brought to the hospital about 10 days before her death in order to undergo an appendicitis operation. The operation was successful and the patient appeared to rally, but she grew weaker and weaker day by day until death overtook her on Friday. Miss Meyer was born in Manitowoc 28 years ago and has spend most of her life here. Most recently she was a bookkeeper in the office of Mr. Esch. Several weeks ago her mother died and her sorrow may have contributed to her lack of recovery from the operation. Mr. August Meyer has been deeply affected by the loss of wife and daughter in so short a time. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon. ************** [bur. 02-18-1908/cause: appendicitis] (Ida Caroline Meyer/d. 14 Feb. 1907/age 32 yrs./from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
JOHANN MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 01 Sep. 1904: Death in Minneapolis on Sun. of 38-yr. old John Meyer, son of South Main St. here August Meyer. The deceased, who had lived in Minneapolis many years, is survived by his widow as well as his sorrowing parents and a sister. The casket was brought here and buried yesterday afternoon at the city cemetery. ************ [bur. 08-30-1904/age 35 yrs./cause: mania potu]
JOHN D. MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 05 July 1888: Death of John Meyer, age 41, last Sat. He had suffered for a long time with laryngeal consumption, and death can be considered a release. He leaves a widow and two children of which the oldest is 14. The well-attended funeral took place Mon.
JOHN G. MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 28 Apr. 1904: Death Tues. of John G. Meyer, a well-known resident of our city, following multiple years of illness with diabetes. The deceased was born here in 1853 and served many years as a brakeman on the old Overseas Railroad. After giving up that job, he worked 25 more yrs. as a ship's carpenter. For many years he ran a store on Clark St. He is survived by his widow and 4 children. The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon under the direction of Pastor Machmueller. ******* [bur.04-27-1904/age 51 yrs./cause: diabetes]
MARY MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1901: Death claimed the life Tues. morning of Mrs. Marie Meyer, spouse of our well known fellow citizen Gerhard Meyer. The deceased was born in the Province of Hanover 31 July 1818 and came to America in 1847 with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Brackmann. The family settled in Sheboygan and it was there that she met Gerhard Meyer whom she married in 1848 and they moved to Manitowoc where they have lived ever since. 3 children were born to the couple of whom a daughter died as a child while the 2 sons survive - Henry Meyer here and Geo. Meyer in Grand Rapids, Mich. Both Mr. and Mrs. Meyer were ill with the grippe and it is hoped that he will overcome the illness. Mrs. Meyer's funeral will take place this afternoon in the city cemetery.
NICOLAUS MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 26 Jan. 1905: Death in Manitowoc Rapids on Wed. last week, of 81-yr. old Claus Meyer with burial on Saturday. ******* From Der Nord Westen, 02 Feb. 1905: Last week we reported the 18 Jan. death of Nicolaus Meyer, a resident of Town Manitowoc Rapids, but did not print biographical material which was not yet in our hands. Nicolaus Meyer was born 06 Dec. 1823 in Grand Duchy Baden. As a young man of 25 he came to America in 1848, traveling on to Manitowoc County where he settled in Town Kossuth at a time when it was still just a wilderness and was populated by more Indians than whites. He established a farm with all of the trials which pioneer life then entailed and which the present generation is unable to appreciate. He operated the farm until 13 yrs. ago when he retired and went to live with his son-in-law, Jacob Braun in Manitowoc Rapids. His wife, with whom he lived happily over 50 yrs, preceded him in death 12 yrs. ago. He leaves 3 sons and a daughter (the wife of the above mentioned Jacob Braun). The funeral was held Sat. afternoon in the city cemetery. ******* [bur. 01-18-1905/cause: apoplexy]
OTTO MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 12 Apr. 1906: Otto Meyer, who lived on his farm near the southern city limits and was a wellknown citizen of our county, was found dead in his bed Monday(09 April) morning. A stroke had brought his life to an end during the night. The deceased, who was 63, leaves 8 children, his wife having preceded him in death many years ago. The funeral was held yesterday.
ROLAND MEYER Mr. Roland W. Meyer, age 93, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for the past 3 1/2 years, formerly of 1301 Green St., Manitowoc, entered eternal rest on Sunday morning, June 27, 2004, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at First German Ev. Lutheran Church, 1033 S. 8th St., Manitowoc. Officiating will be the Rev. David Rosenow and the Rev. Steven Hahm with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Roland was born June 15, 1911, in Manitowoc. He was the son of the late August and Ida Kansier Meyer. He attended First German Ev. Lutheran School and Lincoln High School. He had been employed for many years with Medusa Cement Company until he retired in 1937. [AS SUCH] On June 26, 1937, he married Viola Stockmeyer at First German Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Viola preceded him in death on Aug. 8, 1995. Roland was a lifelong member of First German Ev. Lutheran Church. He was also a very avid bowler and golfer for many years. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Viola, on Aug. 8, 1995; one sister, Arline Meyer and his son-in-law, James Mauer. Friends may call at First German Ev. Lutheran Church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. Memorials would be appreciated to First German Ev. Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. (Herald Times Reporter/no date)
SHERB K. MEYER (He is not buried here) Sherb K. Meyer, age 97, a resident of Manitowoc, died Friday morning, Aug. 11, 2006, at Northridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center of Manitowoc. Sherb's wishes were to have his body donated to medical science and his family will be having a private family gathering. He was born Sept. 17, 1908, in Manitowoc, son of the late Walter and Theresa Schrimpf Meyer. On Nov. 8, 1935, he was married to the former M. Louise Zabler in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on Dec. 6, 1988. Sherb sold insurance in the Manitowoc area for the North American Life & Casualty Co. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, three grandchildren, one sister and three brothers. The Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory of Manitowoc is assisting the family with local arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 12, 2006"
WILHELMINE MEYER From Der Nord Westen, 30 Aug. 1900: Death Thurs. last week of Mrs. Joachim Meyer of stomach cancer following a long and difficult illness. Mrs. Meyer, who was 53 years of age, came to America with her parents in 1857 and settled with them here in Manitowoc. She leaves her sorrowing husband but no children. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon.
VIRGEL MEYERS From Der Nord Westen, 17 Sept. 1908: A 2-year old little son of Emil Meyer here died Wednesday night of meningitis. The funeral was Friday.
DOROTHEA MICHEL From Der Nord Westen, 12 Oct. 1905: Mrs. Dora Michael, an old resident of our city, died yesterday in the residence of her daughter, Mrs. John Horstmann. Mrs. Michael, who died of lung disease, was born 84 yrs. ago in the Rhineland. Her husband preceded her in death 19 yrs. ago. She leaves 4 daughters and a son. The funeral will be held tomorrow at 2 p.m. from the Lutheran Church. ******* [cause: bronchitis]
GOTTLIEB MICHEL From Der Nord Westen, 12 July 1900: Death Sun. morning of Gottlieb Michel, a resident here of many years, of old age following a 2-week confinement. The deceased, who was born 21 Feb. 1821 in Wehrden, Kingdom of Saxon-Weimar, came to America in 1852. He worked in several parts of the country and eventually took a farm in Manitowoc County. In his 70’s he moved to Manitowoc and lived a quiet, reflective life. A nephew of his lives in Kenosha and a niece in Milwaukee. The latter came to Manitowoc when she learned of her uncle’s illness, helping until his death. In addition to those named he is survived by other relatives in Germany. The funeral was held Tues. in the city cemetery. ******* [Gottlieb Micheal/bur. 07-09-1900/cause: apoplexy]
DAVID MICHELSON From Der Nord Westen, 25 June 1903: Following an illness with consumption for more than a year, David Michaelson died Sun. The deceased was born here in Manitowoc 01 July 1850 and is survived by his sorrowing mother and 2 sisters. His funeral was held Tues. afternoon.
EMILY MICHELSON Sept. 14, 1828-Mar. 1, 1913 MANITOWOC DAILY HERALD MARCH 1, 1913- DEATH TAKES ANOTHER OF OLD SETTLERS-MRS EMILY MICHELSON, HERE HALF CENTURY IS DEAD, AGED 85 Another of the old settlers of the city had been claimed by death, Mrs. Emily Michelson, who came here fifty-one years ago and had been a resident of the city ever since, succumbing to the infirmities of age this morning. Mrs. Michelson's death occurred at the home of her daughter Mrs. JC Barrie, North Ninth street. Mrs. Michelson was born in Norway 85 years ago and came to America at the age of 22, the famly locating at Green Bay. Four years later she was married to Michael Michelson, who procedded her in death fifteen years ago and the couple took up their home here. Mrs. Michelson is survived by two daughters, and three grand children. Mrs. Michelson was a womand who was loved and admired by a large circle of friends.]
ANNA MIKA From Der Nord Westen, 21 May 1891: Death on Sat. in Manitowoc, after a long difficult illness, of Mrs. F. Mika. She was buried yesterday afternoon in the city cemetery. ******** [bur. 05-20-1891/cause: over dose of chloroform]
FRANCIS MIKA From Der Nord Westen, 18 July 1901: Following a long illness Franz Mika, a well-known local resident, died on Mon. afternoon. He was born in Prague on 01 Aug. 1832 and came to America in 1854, settling in the northern part of our county. In 1857 he moved to Manitowoc and operated a produce store here for many years. When he was in his 60's he began to suffer from an eye illness which led to his total blindness. After his wife died in 1891, who had accompanied him as he walked our streets, he has been living with his soninlaw Ernst Wagner here. He caught the grippe last winter and never completely regained his health. He was a well educated man and completely at home in German literature. Following wishes of the deceased, his body was taken to Milwaukee on Tues. for cremation there. ******* [age 69 yrs.]
BERTHA MILLER From Der Nord Westen, 23 Aug. 1900: Death Sun. of Mrs. Charles Miller here of consumption from which she had been suffering for months. The deceased was born 19 July 1873 in Tisch Mills. Aside from her sorrowing husband, she is survived by one son.
EDNA MILLER From Der Nord Westen, 01 Apr. 1909: Death Monday, just 2 days before her 16th birthday, of Edna Miller, daughter of Albert Miller here, from typhoid fever. The deceased was ill for a week and is survived by her parents, a brother and 2 sisters. Her funeral was held yesterday afternoon.
FRANK MILLER From Der Nord Westen, 14 Nov. 1907: Franz Miller, an old bachelor who was a mason by profession, died Wednesday afternoon last week from a heart attack. The funeral was held Friday.
HERBERT MILLER From Der Nord Westen, 25 Feb. 1904: Death Sun. of the 6-yr. old son of Ferdinand Miller who lives at the city limits of Manitowoc. The funeral was conducted Wed. afternoon from the Lutheran Church. ******* [cause: meningitis]
DAUGHTER OF JOHN MISNER From Der Nord Westen, 18 Apr. 1901: Diphtheria took the life of the 5-yr. old daughter Of John Misner here on Thurs. following a 1-day illness. The funeral was held Sun.
ORVILLE MITCHELTREE Orville Mitcheltree, 76, of Rt. 1 Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, from injuries received in an auto accident in Brown County Saturday. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Leschke-Bergner Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Mitchelltree, owner of the Wisconsin-Illinois Auto Salvage Co., was born August 6, 1884, at Amherst in Waupaca County son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Mitcheltree. He married Estelle Spoer in 1905, at Amherst and they moved to Manitowoc. She preceded him in death in 1946. Survivors include four sons; three daughters, three half-brothers, James, William and Frank of Amherst; and a half-sister, Jenny of Amherst; 32 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, 1960 September 22 (edited for living persons)
LESTER MITTNACHT (information sent in by researcher/see contributors page) Manitowoc Herald Times Aug 17 1962. Lester H Mittnacht, 67 of 1113 S 23rd St., Manitowoc, died Friday noon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. Funeral Services will be at 8:30 am at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc , and 9 am at St. Mary Catholic Church. The Rt. Rev. Msgr John S. Landowski will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. He was born Aug. 8, 1895, at Manitowoc, the son of the late Peter and Anna Coutley Mittnacht. He was educated in Manitowoc Schools and for 27 years was employed as a switchman for the Chicago & North Western Railroad. In the 1930's he was employed by the City of Manitowoc, first in the streets department and later with the cemetery and parks division. During World War II he was employed as an outside machinist by the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He retired in 1960. He married the former Erna Hopf in 1914. She died in 1916. In 1921 he married the former Arabella Langlois of Manitowoc who survives him. Other survivors include a son, a daughter, a brother , a sister all of Manitowoc: six grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Friends may call after 3 pm Sunday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 pm Sunday.
ANNA MLADA From Der Nord Westen, 16 May 1901: After an illness of only two days Mrs. Anton Mlada died here Sat. She was just 26 yrs. old. She was born in our city and leaves her husband and 2 children.
WILLIE MOENIG From Der Nord Westen, 28 June 1894: Death of the 9-mo. old little son of Hermann Moenig last Sat. Burial was Mon. in the city cemetery. ******** [cause: convulsions]
BERTHA MOHRHUSEN From Der Nord Westen, 05 Mar. 1903: Death in Milwaukee on Fri. of Mrs. Mohrhusen, the aged widow of the late Mr. L. T. Mohrhusen. The lady had long been a resident here and many of our readers will remember her. The Mohrhusen family came here from Kiel. Mr. Mohrhusen operated a store on the corner of 8th and Quay Streets but sold the business in the 80’s and moved to Madison to take a position in the office of the State Secretary. He lost his position in 1891 because of the change of parties, and the family moved to Milwaukee where Mr. Mohrhusen died several years ago. Mrs. Mohrhusen’s body was brought here and taken to its last rest Mon. in the city cemetery. (Note: The writer may have mistaken the 2nd Mrs. Mohrhusen for the 1st Mrs. Mohrhusen (Catharine) who died in 1881.)
LUBBE THEODORE MOHRHUSEN From Der Nord Westen, 05 Mar. 1891: Death of Luebbe Theodor Mohrhusen, after a long illness, on the 2nd of Mar. in Madison, Wisconsin. A short memorial service was held at 7 a.m. today in the family residence, 117 W. Johnson Street. The burial will be held in Manitowoc. The deceased was born 15 Mar. 1841 in Oldenburg, Germany, and came with his parents to America in 1851. They first settled in Thiensville, Wisconsin. Upon completion of his schooling he learned furniture making, a craft he followed until 1862 when he entered the war as a private in the 24th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment, and then as Corporal in Capt. Charles Hartung’s “C” Company. He served until the end of the war and was given an honorable discharge. He participated in 25 battles and engagements with his regiment. Later he moved to Manitowoc and was twice married. During the last five years he worked as mail clerk in the office of City Secretary E. Timme. His widow (nee Fischer) was from Reedsville, Wisconsin. She survives him along with 5 children. The G.A.R. Post in Manitowoc will handle the burial either Thurs. afternoon or Fri. morning. ********* From Der Nord Westen, 12 Mar. 1891: (This edition shows that the Mohrhusen funeral took place the previous Thurs. afternoon in the city cemetery.)
ELIZEBETH (WIRTH) MONK From Der Nord Westen, 29 Apr. 1909: On Wednesday last week a heart attack took the life of Mrs. Charles Monk, a resident of South 15th Street here. The deceased was 55 years old and is survived by her husband and 4 children. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon.
FRITZ MONK From Der Nord Westen, 12 July 1894: Death Tues. morning of 75 yr. old Carl Monk following a stroke on Mon. while hoeing potatoes. He was quickly carried home and medical attention obtained, but it was to no avail.
SOPHIA MONK From Der Nord Westen, 21 May 1896: Death in the local mental facility on Thurs., of Mrs. Monk. Burial took place Sat. in the city cemetery.
SON OF JOHN MOORE ( ____ Moore/d. 24 Oct. 1862/age 8 yrs./son of John Moore/ cause: accidentally shot/from record of St. James Episc. ch., Manitowoc)
AMELIA MOREY From Der Nord Westen, 29 Apr. 1909: Death in Town Liberty last week of 65-year old Amelia Morey of heart disease.
BARTLEY MORRIS From Der Nord Westen, 08 Nov. 1906: Bartley Morris, a farmer in Town Centerville, came to Manitowoc Saturday to sell a load of barley. About 6 o'clock in the evening he set out for home. As he approached the railroad crossing on Calumet Road, a ranger locomotive was going backwards from the Calumet Station to the Manitowoc Station. Morris believed that he could cross the tracks ahead of it. The horse made it across but the wagon was struck by the tender of the locomotive and smashed. Morris was thrown 30 feet. He was found unconscious and brought to Holy Family Hospital. An examination disclosed that he had a fractured skull and severe internal injuries made more serious by his age of 63. Morris is the father-in-law of Mr. Crowe, one of the operators of the local "Pilot". Yesterday morning death released him from further pain.
ELIZABETH ANN MORRISON Manitowoc Tribune Vol. 19 No. 6, Thursday, May 23, 1872, Page 4 Column 4 Died In this city, on the 16th day of May, 1872, of consumption, Mrs. Elizabeth Ann, wife of Hugh Morrison, at the age of 34 years 10 months and 25 days. The deceased came to this County from St. Jame [sic] Parish, New Brunswick, with her father, Wm. Albee, sixteen years ago and was married here October 16th, 1853. As a faithful loving wife, a kind mother and true friend, she ever proved her sincerity as a professing christian. Her disconsolate husband, her loving father and four young children are left bereaved of their best earthly treasure.
EMMA ESTELLA MORRISON From Der Nord Westen, 03 July 1902: Miss Emma Morrison died Thurs. after a long illness. The deceased was born 27 June 1862 and had always lived in our city. The funeral was held Sunday.
HUGH MORRISON From Der Nord Westen, 06 June 1895: Death of Hugh Morrison Sat. afternoon in his home here in Manitowoc. He was born 14 May 1820 in Basswood Ridge, Neu Braunschweig. He came to Manitowoc County 39 yrs. ago, spending 3 yrs. in Manitowoc Rapids before moving to Manitowoc with his family. He was associated with the State Marshall's office for 12 yrs. He leaves 4 daughters, one of whom is married. Burial was Monday. (Note: The entry in the cem is from the computer printout. The date is a year off)
EDWIN MROTEK Obituary – Herald Times Reporter, Mon. May 19, 1980 Edwin Mrotek, 76, a Manitowoc resident, died Sunday, May 18, at Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. James Stamborski will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Mrotek was born Oct. 31, 1903, at Manitowoc, son of the late Anton and Josephine Skorch Mrotek. He resided at Manitowoc all his life and married Grace Mrotek, who preceded him in death. He married Blanche Singer Huske in 1951 at Manitowoc. She preceded him in death Aug. 13, 1978. Prior to his retirement at age 62, he had been employed with the City of Manitowoc for many years. Survivors include a son, three step-sons, two step-daughters, 19 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Monday afternoon, where a prayer service will be at 7:45 o’clock. (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
JOHN MUEHLENBRUCH From Der Nord Westen, 13 Mar. 1890 Death on Wed. evening after a long illness of John Muehlenbruch, son of 3rd Ward resident Adolph Muehlenbruch. The boy was 5 yrs. 4 mos. and 19 days of age. The burial took place Sat. afternoon in the city cemetery.
AUGUSTA MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 04 Apr. 1901: Death Mon. morning of Miss Augusta Mueller at the home of her brother Gustav Mueller here. She died of a spinal illness with which she had been afflicted for the past 15 yrs. The deceased was born in Germany 44 yrs. ago and came to America 17 yrs. ago. Two years after her arrival she caught her illness which left her totally helpless the last 7 yrs. In addition to her brother, who lives here, she is survived by another brother who lives in Germany. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon.
AUGUSTA MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 05 Jan. 1905: Death Thurs. last week of South 11th St. resident here, Mrs. Charles Mueller, following a 6-mo. illness with heart trouble aggravated by dropsy. The deceased, who reached the age of 47, leaves her husband, 2 sons and 3 daughters, as well as 2 brothers and a sister. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
CARL MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 29 Jan. 1903: Following a confinement of one week, Carl Mueller died Fri. evening of appendicitis. The deceased, who was born in Germany 58 yrs. ago, came to America in his early years and worked for the past 38 yrs. as a tailor in the Hoyer Shop. He is survived by a widow and 5 children. The funeral was held Mon. afternoon.
CARL F.W. MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 15 Mar. 1906: Stomach cancer took the life of Town Manitowoc Rapids resident Carl F.W. Mueller on Wednesday last week. The deceased was born 14 Oct. 1847 in Mätzdorf, Pomerania, and came to Manitowoc County in 1867. He leaves a widow, 3 sons and 3 daughters. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon from the local Lutheran Church.
CHARLES MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 15 July 1897: Death Fri. of Carl Mueller at the age of 41 yrs. 7 mos. 13 days, following an attack of cholera. Mr. Mueller was born in Pomerania and came to Manitowoc in the '70's. He leaves a widow and 5 children. The burial took place Mon. in the city cemetery.
EVA MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 11 Apr. 1895: Death on Sun. of Mrs. Eva Mueller, mother of Mr. Gustav Mueller, Superintendent of the local mental facility. The deceased reached the age of 76 yr. 1 mo. 7 days. The burial took place yesterday afternoon at the city cemetery.
FRIEDRICH MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 19 Dec. 1889: Death of 73 yr. old Friedrich Mueller on Wed. last week, 11 Dec., in Reedsville. He was the father of Gustav Mueller, the respected superintendent of the local mental facility. The old gentleman, who came to America only six yrs. ago, was born 19 Nov. 1860 in Vandsburg, West Prussia.
GUSTAV MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 02 Nov. 1893: Death yesterday morning of 14 yr. old Gustav Mueller of diphtheria. He was the son of Gustav Mueller, superintendent of the local mental facility.
GUSTAV MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 11 Oct. 1902: (Saturday dateline) Death yesterday morning from a brain tumor of Gustav Mueller, one of the best known and most popular residents of our county. He was born 11 Jan. 1846 in Franzburg, Prussia. Following his graduation from school he learned the trade of cabinet maker and as a youth traveled through the major part of Germany. In 1868 he came to America and settled in Reedsville. He remained there until, in the year 1885, he filled the open position of superintendent of the county mental facility, a position he held for 12 yrs. until 1897. In 1893 he had obtained an interest in the Schreihart Brewery and successfully devoted himself to this business until relinquishing his position. Mr. Mueller was always held in high esteem by his fellow citizens. They entrusted him with these lofty positions and were pleased to give him their votes. At the time of his passing he was Alderman for the 7th Ward. Mr. Mueller, who had always been hale and hearty, fell ill in July of this year. He grew worse in spite of the best local medical attention. Nor could a specialist in Chicago help him; the illness was fatal. Mr. Mueller had married in 1870 and is survived by his widow and their 9 children. One of his sons Charles, who had entered the Navy a year ago, arrived here Wed. evening from San. Francisco to visit his sick father. He found him still alive, but his father did not recognize him because he had lost consciousness. Sadly the young man had to depart yesterday because his leave was up, and he was unable to attend the funeral. Mr. Mueller was a member of the Order of Free Masons, the Odd Fellows, and the Sons of Hermann, as well as membership in the singing clubs "Freier Sängerbund" and "Concordia". His funeral will be held Sun. afternoon under the direction of the local Free Mason Lodge. ************ From Der Nord Westen, 16 Oct. 1902: Regarding the Gustav Mueller obituary in Saturday's paper, this issue of 16 Oct. reports that son Charles was given a 5-day telegraphic extension of leave, so that he was able to attend the funeral.
HUGO MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 08 May 1890: Death on Wed. morning, 07 May, of Hugo Mueller, son of Fritz and Lena Mueller, residents of the 3rd Ward in Manitowoc. The boy reached the age of 9 yrs. 9 mos. 7 days and endured a long illness. His funeral is set for 2 p.m. Sat.
JOHAN MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 29 July 1897: Death Sun. of John Mueller at the advanced age of 84 yrs. 5 mos. 25 days. The deceased lived at the home of his son-in-law, Carl Alwardt, and leaves 3 grown children. He was buried yesterday afternoon at the city cemetery.
JOHANN MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 11 May 1905: At the advanced age of 81, John Mueller died Sat. at his residence in Town Newton. The funeral was held Mon. at the local cemetery.
JULIA MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 15 June 1899: Death Tues. of Mrs. Julia Mueller at the age of 64 of Lungenbluten.
LOUIS MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 18 Apr. 1901: Death Fri. of Louis Miller, a resident on Hamilton St. here, after a long illness of general debility. The deceased was born in Germany in 1832 and came to America in 1865 since which time he has lived in Manitowoc. Mr. Miller leaves his widow and 3 children. The funeral was Sun. from the Lutheran Church. (Note: These two may be the same man. Not positive..I put this here for the researcher to determine)
MARIA MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 16 Nov. 1899: Death Tues. last week in Town Newton, after a long illness, of 81-yr. old Mrs. John Müller. The deceased, who is survived by her husband, a son and a daughter, was buried Sat.
MINA (WILHELMINE) MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 22 June 1905: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 20 June) News reached here from Manitowoc Fri. last week that Mrs. Mueller had died. The Mueller family had lived here for many years, and the elderly lady was widely known and admired. ********* From Der Nord Westen, 22 June 1905: Death here Fri. of Mrs. Wilhelmine Mueller, nee H. H*bermann (type disturbed), widow of the late Heinrich Mueller and mother of the former Deed Registrar Bruno Mueller. Mrs. Mueller was born 23 May 1827 in Coblenz on the Rhine and came to America in 1846. In that same year she married Heinrich Mueller in Milwaukee and moved with him into what was then the wilderness of Town Mishicott where they built a successful farm through the trials and troubles of pioneer life. In 1883 Heinrich Mueller died and 2 yrs. later in 1885, the widow gave up their farm on which she had spent 39 yrs. of her life, and moved to Mishicott to reside with the family of her son, Bruno. When Bruno Mueller was elected Registrar, she moved with him to Manitowoc and it was here that she died. Mrs. Mueller, who had always enjoyed good physical and mental health, was busy in her garden on Sat. morning, 10 June, and had reentered the house to change her clothes. At that point she suffered a stroke. It must have struck shortly after she entered the house because Bruno Mueller found his mother draped over the wash-basin and had not fallen to the floor. Medical help was sent for but because of her age little was hoped for. She was unconscious and remained so until she died 6 days later on Friday. Mrs. Mueller leaves 6 children, namely, sons Albert and Eduard, and a daughter, Mrs. Muehlenbruch, all in the State of Washington; Wilhelm in Mishicott; and a son, the above named Bruno, and a daughter Mrs. Anton Vogt here in Manitowoc; as well as 15 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon from Bruno Mueller’s residence, and all of her children, even those from the far west, were present. ******* [bur. 06-20-1905/age 78 yrs./cause: hemorrhage]
MINNIE MUELLER From Der Nord Westen, 30 June 1904: Death Fri. morning of 50-yr. old Mrs. Henry Mueller at her home on 22nd St. She leaves her husband and several children. The funeral was Sunday.
VICTORIA BERTHA MUELLER "BEATA" From Der Nord Westen, 23 July 1908: Miss Beata Mueller, a former local resident who has lived in Elroy the past few years, died there Thursday last week at age 47. She was a sister of our former Registrar Fritz Mueller. The body was brought here and buried Sunday from the Lutheran Church.
HERBERT MUNDT From Der Nord Westen, 30 Aug. 1906: A 4-month old child of Albert Mund here died Friday and was buried Monday. (Note: The Burial Register just has Herbert Mundt, age 6 mo, born in the City of Manitowoc, cause of death: diarrhea. Albert Mundt Jr. (born 1898) is buried on the same lot, purchased by Albert Mundt Sr)
JOHANNA MUNDT From Der Nord Westen, 30 Mar. 1905: Death Thurs. morning last week of Mrs. W. Mundt, a resident of Lake Shore Road south of Manitowoc, as a result of childbed fever. The 26-yr. old deceased leaves her husband and 3 children. The funeral was Sunday. ******* [bur. 03-25-1905/age 26 yrs./cause: purpural sepsis]
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN MURPHY From Der Nord Westen, 21 Feb. 1901: B.F. MURPHY, a former resident of Manitowoc, died Thurs. in Prescott, Ariz. The body was brought here and buried from the Episcopal Church.
ELA ADALAIDE MURPHY From the Manitowoc Herald, 05 July 1860: Ella Murphy died in Thayersburg, daughter of Wyman and Ela A. Murphy.
EVA JOSEPHINE MURPHY Death notice in the Manitowoc Herald, 05 Sept. 1857: Ever(sic) J. Murphy died, dau. of Wyman and Ela Murphy
DELLA STASTNY MUSIL
CLARISSA AUGUSTA MUSSON Manitouwoc [old spelling] County Herald October 2, 1851, Vol. 1 No. 45 Died. On Saturday night, the 29th ult., Clarissa Augusta, infant daughter of Charles Musson, aged 14 months. Note: I have no other Musson surnames in any cems. I put her in Evergreen because it was the city cem. and others from this church were buried here.)
