BERNARD RHODE Soldiers’ And Citizens’ Album, Biographical Record, Grand Army Of The Republic, 1888 Page 395: BERNARD RHODE, Manitowoc, Wis., member of G.A. R. Post No. 18, was born November 20, 1841, in Germany. Mr. Rhode returned to Two Rivers after the war and resumed his former employment. He was married at Manitowoc before he enlisted, Aug. 20, 1864 to Mary Wasserer. They have seven children. Lizzie, the oldest, is the wife of Emil Teitgen, a hardware merchant of Manitowoc. Lillie is a clerk in the office of the Register of Deeds of Manitowoc county. Schiller, Vanda, Selma, Jessie and Norris are the names of the other children. In 1883, Mr. Rhode removed his family and interests to Manitowoc and has since been engage in the vocation of hotel keeper.
MRS. BERNHARD RHODE From Der Nord Westen, 30 Oct. 1902: Death Sun., following a long illness, of Mrs. Rhode in the home of her daughter Mrs. Wilhelm Guttmann. She was the wife of the well-known proprietor of Two Rivers House, Bernhard Rhode. Mrs. Rhode lay ill for the past month and recently all hope for her recovery was given up. Mrs. Rhode was born 01 Nov. 1842 in Etienne, France. She came to America in 1864 and married Mr. Rhode in 1865. In addition to her deeply sorrowing husband, she is survived by 2 sons and 5 daughters. The funeral was held yesterday morning from St. Boniface Church.
JANE RIBECK Mrs. Jane J. Ribbeck(sic), 90, widow of Charles Ribbeck, died Friday at Miami, Fla. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Ribbeck was a charter member of Grange Avenue Methodist Church, Racine. Her husband preceded her in death in 1947. Survivors include a son, Wallace A., of Kenosha, two daughters, Mrs. John Stezak, of Miami and Mrs. Louise Saxild, of Vero Beach, Fla., a sister, Mrs. Bertha Maltby, of Wauwatosa, two grandchildren and 14 great grandchidlren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 12 noon Wednesday until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 20, 1971 ******* [d. 03-19-1971 at Miami FL/age 90 yrs./widow of Charles F. Ribeck]
EMILIA RICHARDS / MARYAN EMILIA From Der Nord Westen, 20 Apr. 1899: Death Sun. evening, after many years of illness, of Mrs. James Richards here. The deceased was born 28 Mar. 1849 in England and came with her parents to Manitowoc as a child and has lived here ever since. In addition to her husband she leaves 8 children. The burial took place yesterday at the city cemetery.
IDA RICHARDS/ARTHUR RICHARDS From Der Nord Westen, 02 Feb. 1888 Death on the 26th of Ida Richards, 17 year old daughter of James Richards of nervous sickness. She was buried on the 27th. Ten days ago the family buried their son Arthur Richards who also succumbed to nervous sickness.
LEWIS RICHARDS Died in this city, July 20, 1872, of consumption, Lewis T. Richards, second son of Jonah and Mary Ann Richards, aged 18 years and three months. The subject of the notice, thus cut down in the flower of his youth, by that fell disease, consumption, for seven long months lingered on a bed of sickness, which he bore with a fortitude and resignation only equaled by those of more mature years. He met his fate with a calmness and resignation possessed by none but those who relied on the blood shed by the Savior of Mankind, and surrendered his life into the hands of his Maker, with a blissful consciousness of a happy mortality. (Manitowoc Co. Chronicle, July 29, 1872)
DANA RICHARDSON From Der Nord Westen, 29 Sep. 1904: Death Fri. evening of 78-yr. old Dana Richardson, a well-known resident of our city. The deceased was born 1826 in Vermont and came to Kenosha in 1836 with his parents, then in 1856 to Manitowoc where he has lived, except for short intervals, ever since. He served during the war in Company D of the 52nd Wisconsin Infantry Regiment. Richardson was an old printer. For many years he worked here for the former “Tribune”, until advancing age brought his retirement. He leaves his elderly widow but no children. The funeral was held Mon. morning. ******* [cause: apoplexy]
ELIZABETH RICHARDSON From Der Nord Westen, 28 Jan. 1909: Mrs. Elizabeth Richardson, who lives north of the city limits, died Monday morning at age 74. She leaves her husband and several children. ******** Mrs. Elizabeth Richardson/d. 25 Jan. 1909/age 72 yrs./from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc
MINNIE RICHARDSON From Der Nord Westen, 18 Apr. 1889: Death on Sun. of Miss Minnie Richardson, after a short illness. The deceased was the daughter of Mr. D. Richardson, who works for the "Tribune". She was born here in Manitowoc on 13 Apr. 1859. She was a teacher in the 2nd Ward School and was taken ill last Tues. while at work and had to go home. All efforts by the doctors to defeat the disease were to no avail. The funeral took place at the Catholic Church Cemetery yesterday morning. (Note: The obit says the Catholic cemetery, but I found her in Evergreen)
SARAH RICHARDSON MRS. RICHARDSON WIDOW OF DANA IS DEAD HERE Early Resident Of City Passes Away Today Mrs. Sarah Richardson, widow of the late Dana Richardson, died suddenly early this morning. The body has been taken to the Pfeffer undertaking parlor, Washington street and the funeral will be held Tuesday morning with services at Sacred Heart church and burial at Evergreen. Came Here in Youth Mrs. Sarah Richardson was born in Ireland aboaut eighty-five years ago and came to this country in youth. The family settled in Manitowoc county and she was married at Manitowoc Rapids to Dana Richardson. Her husband answered the call of the government in the civil war and was a member of the last companies to leave the city for the front. After his return he erected a large brick home on North Tenth street and there they lived for many years. Mr. Richardson was both a mason and a printer and at the time of his death some twelve years ago was said to be the oldest printer actively employed at the trade in the whole state. Mrs. Richardson is the last member of her family. All of her sisters and brothers have preceded her in death, and two children born to the couple died many years ago. She was a sister of the late Mrs. Felix Walsh of Two Rivers and was well known to all the older residents of the city. Miss. S.C. Walsh of Milwaukee is here called by death of Mrs. Richardson and is in charge of the funeral arrangements. A number of relatives are expected here to attend the funeral. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, March 25, 1922 P. 1 ********* SACRED HEART BENEFICIARY OF MRS. RICHARDSON The last will and testament of Mrs. Sarah Richardson, widow of Dana Richardson, filed in the county probabe court today, leaves all of the estate of the deceased both real and personal to the Sacred Heart congregation after making provision for the payment of the debt, funeral expenses and a fund of $100 for the perpetual care of the family lot in the Sacred Heart section of Evergreen cemetery. The fund for the perpetual care is also left to the church. Personal Property of $1,200 The petition filed with the will gives the value of the personal property at $1,200 and sets $200 as the sum received in rents from real estate other than the homestead. No total value is given. Attorney Edward L. Kelley is named as executor. No conditions of any sort are attached to the gift. Mrs. Richardson was the last member of her family, all of her sisters and brothers having died before her and her husband and children having died many years ago. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, March 30, 1922 P. 1 ******** [bur 03-28-1922/cause:entero colitis/bur. on Dana Richardson lot]
AUGUST M. RICHTER From Der Nord Westen, 21 Mar. 1907: Death has taken another of our county’s pioneer settlers. Mr. A.M. Richter, known countywide and a respected resident of our city, died late Tuesday night of old age debility. Mr. Richter was born 18 May 1822 in Kennberg, Saxony. He married in 1850 and promptly journeyed to America, arriving in New York on 04 July of that year. He directed his steps to rapidly growing Wisconsin and settled in Town Wilson, Sheboygan County, on Green Bay Road. He opened a store there but later moved to Town Newton in Manitowoc County where he operated a farm. He came to Manitowoc in 1860 to become a teacher, and a great number of our men and women have him to thank for their education. In 1866 he gave up teaching and, in partnership with Eduard Maerklein, opened a drugstore, a business he continued until 1873. In 1872 he was elected County Clerk and served for two years. In 1875 he opened a vinegar factory which became very successful. During his Manitowoc tenure he served 15 years as Clerk of Schools in the 1st Ward, and variously served as City Clerk, City Treasurer and Alderman. In addition to his sorrowing widow he is mourned by 3 sons – Max, Hugo and Arthur, the latter a professor at the University of Wisconsin. He is also survived by 3 daughters –Miss Emilie, Mrs. Fred Gehm in Chicago, and Mrs. Thekla Klingholz in Denver. Had he lived until 30 April he would have been able to celebrate the 57th Anniversary of his marriage. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the funeral home at 1235 S. 8th Street. The German Odd Fellow Lodge here, of which the deceased was a member, will direct the funeral service. A fine man has been lost in the passing of August M. Richter. May he rest in peace. ******* [cause: La Grippe]
BARBARA RICHTER From the Manitowoc Herald, 27 Feb 1862: Barbara Richter died, wife of August Richter.
ROBERT D. RICHTER Capt. and Mrs. Richter of the Salvation army are mourning the death of their son, Robert, at the family home, 1316 South Thirteenth street, Sunday noon after a brief illness. The little one was born November 24 last and was three and a half months old. The funeral will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, afternoon with services at the home at 2 o'clock. Rev. A.R.E. Schreiber officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. March 12, 1928 P. 3 ******* [bur. 3-13-1928/cause: convulsions]
WM. RICHTER "Richter, William A 134th IL Infantry, Company D Born: December 21, 1839 Enlisted: May 14, 1864 as a Private, from Chicago, IL. Mustered Out: October 25, 1864 at Chicago, IL Wife: Emilie, 1851-1941 Died: November 23, 1878 Buried: Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, WI Gravesite: E2-74-2: “Wm. Richter/Co. D/134 Ill. Inf.” " From Manitowoc County Civil War RoundTable
DR. J.B. RICK (JOSEPH) VETERAN PHYSICIAN OF COUNTY DEAD Dr. J.B. Rick of Mishicot, one of the pioneer physicians of Manitowoc county, passed away last night, at the family home in Mishicot. The deceased had been in failing health for some time. Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 26, in charge of the Masonic Order of Two Rivers. Interment will be at Evergreen cemetery in this city. Born in Mishicot The deceased was born in Mishicot, March 9, 1857, and has always made his home in the county. After completing his medical education he started practice in the county and continued until failing health forced him to retire. He was married June 17, 1881 to Miss Lillie Pelischck who survives him, together with two daughters, Elsie of Green Bay and Mrs. Ruth Miller of St. Paul, Minn. One sister, Mrs. Otto Mathieson, of Council Bluffs, Ia., also survives. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. November 23, 1929 P. 4 ******* [Joseph B. Rick, M.D./bur. 26 Nov. 1929/age 72 yrs./cause: exhaustion due to old age]
LILLIE A. RICK Funeral services for Mrs. Lillie A. Rick, 80, widow of Dr. J.B. Rick, prominent county physician for many years, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the home in Mishicot. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery here. Mrs. Rick died at her home in Mishicot Saturday. Mrs. Rick, nee Lillie A. Pelishek, was born in Manitowoc and in 1884 was married to Dr. J.B. Rick. They located in Mishicot, where the doctor established a practice. He died in 1929. Survivors are two daughters, Elsie, at home, Mrs. Ruth Miller of Hunt, Idaho; and a grandson, Robert Miller. Mrs. Rick was a member of the Eastern Star at Two Rivers, whose members will be in charge of the services. The body was moved to the Rick home this afternoon from the Frazier mortuary. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 26, 1944 P. 2 ******* [d. 12-21-1944/age 79 yrs./widow of Dr. Jos. B. Rick]
AMELIA RICKER From Der Nord Westen, 05 Jan. 1888 Death on Tues., 03 Jan., at 4 a.m. of Mrs. Emilie Ricker, formerly wife of County Judge E. Ricker. Funeral service today at 2 p.m. at Trauerhause on the Northside. ******* [cause: debility]
EZEKIEL RICKER From the Manitowoc Herald, 12 Aug 1854: Judge Ezekiel Ricker died, husband of Amelia Ricker. ******** (Ezekiel Ricker/d. 10 Aug. 1854/bur. 11 Aug. 1854/from record of St. James Epis. Ch., Manitowoc)
ANNA L. RICKETSON Mrs. Anna L. Ricketson, 57, died this morning of a lingering illness at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Howard Hamann, 1840 North Ninth street. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer funeral home, the Rev. Valentine Mack officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Born July 4, 1891, in Sweden, Mrs. Ricketson, nee Anna Peterson, came to this country in 1907. She moved to Manitowoc in May, 1948, to reside with her daughter. Mr. Ricketson preceded her in death 10 years ago. Survivors in addition to Mrs. Hamann include another daughter, Miss Ruth Ricketson of this city and a grand son. The body will lie in state from 7 p.m. Tuesday until the hour for services Wednesday at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 6, 1949 P. 2 ******** [bur. 06-08-1949/age 57 yrs./bur. on Howard Hamann lot]
BABY RIEBE (d. 1927) Mourn Loss of Baby Boy of Four Days Mr. and Mrs. Dell Riebe, 820 Buffalo street, mourn the loss of their four day old baby boy, who passed away at the hospital yesterday. Mrs. Riebe is well out of danger. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Father Luby this morning. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, June 13, 1927 P. 2
ALMA E. RIECK Mrs. Herman R. Rieck, 77, of 1012 Philippen St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Rieck, nee Alma E. Lutzke was born May 5, 1893, in the Town of Liberty. She was married to Herman Rieck June 21, 1913 in the Town of Liberty. The couple came to Manitowoc to reside. Her husband preceded her in death April 18, 1968. Mrs. Rieck was a member of the Women's Guild of St. John Church. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Emmett (June) Bubb, of Manitowoc, two brothers, John, of Manitowoc and Emil, of St. Nazianz, a granddaugher of Nashville, Tenn. (Survivor omitted for privacy.) and a great granddaughter. A son, Willard, preceded her in death July 27, 1967, also a great grandson, two brothers and four sisters. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc after 4 p.m. Friday until noon Saturday and then at the church until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 25, 1971 ******** [Alma L./d. 03-24-1971/age 77 yrs./widow of Herman R. Rieck]
HENRY G. RIECKHOFF Word has been received of the death of Henry G. Rieckhoff, 64, of 2408 W. Burleigh St., Milwaukee. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Heiden and Lange Funeral Home, 3116 N. Third St., Milwaukee, under the auspices of Henry L. Palmer Lodge No. 301. Burial will be at Manitowoc. Survivors include his wife, the former Lillian Pautz, daughter, and two brothers, Fred and Richard. He was also a member of the Wisconsin Consistory Bodies, Red Fez. and Tripoli Shrine. Friends may call at the funeral home where Pabst Post No. 421, American Legion, will conduct services at 8 o'clock this Wednesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 11, 1960, page 21
AUGUST RIETZ From Der Nord Westen, 11 Feb. 1909: Death Saturday evening, following a long and painful illness, of August Rietz, an old and well-known resident of our city. Rietz came from Germany to Manitowoc in the 60’s with his parents and has remained here ever since. For many years he operated a shoemaker shop on South 10th Street. He fell ill recently and suffered such pain from that illness that one may consider his passing as a release. The 64-year old man leaves a widow and 4 sons. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon from the Lutheran Church. [he is the son of Friedrich & Friedericke Rietz who are buried in W2-189-1]
DOROTHEA RIETZ From Der Nord Westen, 05 Sept. 1889: Death late last evening of Dora Ottilie Ida Rietz, little daughter of shoemaker August Rietz. She was born only last 28 Mar. and so was only 5 mos. 7 days of age. The funeral will take place Sat. afternoon at 2 p.m.
ELMER RIETZ From Der Nord Westen, 29 Mar. 1894: A child of August Rietz, who was born Fri., died Sat. evening and was buried in the city cemetery on Monday.
EMIEL RIETZ From Der Nord Westen, 05 Sept. 1895: Death Tues. morning of Emil Rietz, son of August Rietz of Manitowoc, following an 8-mo. severe illness with consumption. The deceased is survived by his widow, a small child, his parents and sisters. He was born 18 Dec. 1873. His burial will take place tomorrow afternoon at 2 p.m. in the city cemetery. ******** [bur. 09-03-1895/age 22 yrs./cause: tuberculosis of lungs]
FRIEDRICH RIETZ From Der Nord Westen, 07 Jan. 1886: Death of 75-year old Friedrich Ritz(sic) on Sat., 02 Jan. He was an old settler and a good citizen of the 3rdWard. Burial took place Tues. afternoon.
HUGHIN RILEY From Der Nord Westen, 14 July 1904: Death in Menominee, Mich. on Thurs. last week of 85-yr. old Hugh Riley, a former resident of Kings Bridge in our county. He had settled in Kings Bridge in 1847 and lived there until moving to Menominee a year ago. The body was brought to Kings Bridge and buried there Sun. afternoon under the direction of the Local Post of the G.A.R., of which the deceased was a member. He leaves his wife and 7 children. ****** [bur. 07-09-1904/cause: old age]
MARTHA RILEY From Der Nord Westen, 14 Mar. 1907: Death Friday night of Mrs. Hugh Riley, a resident near Kings Bridge in Town Kossuth. Mrs. Riley was the mother of Postmaster Riley of Two Rivers. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon.
DITLEF G. RISTAD, REV. Funeral services for Dr. D.G. Ristad, pastor of the First Lutheran church here since 1922, who died Tuesday, where held this afternoon from the church. Presiding over the final rites of the well known clergyman, educator and author, was Dr. L.W. Boe, president of St. Olaf college, Northfield, Minn. He headed a large delegation of Lutheran clergy and laymen from the middle west who came here for the services. Dr. Ristad was a former president of the eastern district of the Norwegian Lutheran Church of America. The body was brought to the church, Eighth and State streets, from the parsonage, where private services were held for members of the family at 11 a.m. Honorary pallbearers this afternoon were Walter Dorsch, H.L. Vits, William Krumm, Emil Sohrweide, Peter Anderson, George Maxfeldt, Emil Krug and Thorval Torrison. Active pallbearers were Oscar Gunderson, Albert Tetzlaff, Vernon Aleckson, T.C. Geisler, Orley Halverson and Peter Gresholt, Jr. Burial was in Evergreen cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 22, 1938 P. 2 ****** [d. 09-20-1938/age 74 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis/bur. on G. Rolf Ristad lot]
AUGUSTA RISTOW WIDOW OF FRED RISTOW, SR. DIES AT SHEBOYGAN Former Resident of Manitowoc Dead at Age of 85 Mrs. Augusta Ristow, nee Knack widow of Fred Ristow, Sr., died at home of her daughter, Mrs. Robert Koehler at Sheboygan this morning her demise being due to infirmities incident to old age. The body will be brought to this city and the funeral will take place from the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kunish, 1207 South Eleventh street, Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Burial will be at Evergreen. Lived at Manitowoc Mrs. Ristow, who was past eighty-five years of age, was born in Germany and was married there, the family coming to America shortly afterward, coming to Manitowoc to make their home. Mr. Ristow preceded her in death seven years ago and until three years ago Mrs. Ristow made her home here with Mr. and Mrs. Kunish. Besides the two daughters, Mrs. Koehler of Sheboygan and Mrs. Kunish of this city, Mrs. Ristow is survived by two sons, Fred Jr., who served as backstop on the Sheboygan and Manitowoc Lake Shore League teams, Carl of Milwaukee and another daughter, Mrs. Herman Henning of Sheboygan. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. April 30, 1926 P. 1
BABY RITCHIE From Der Nord Westen, 09 June 1904: A small child of Mr. R.A. Ritchie here died last week.
ANN ROBERTS From Der Nord Westen, 17 Sept. 1896: Death of 81 yr. old Mrs. Anna Roberts last Thurs. of old age debility.
CHRISTIAN B. ROBERTS From Der Nord Westen, Dec. 17, 1891: Death in Kewaunee on Thurs. of last week, of Christian B. Roberts, a pharmacist here. He had been born 19 Jan. 1853 in Manitowoc. His body was brought here and buried in the city cemetery on Saturday. (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
VIANNA ROBERTS From the Manitowoc Herald, 26 Jan 1856: Vienna Roberts died in Manitowoc, daughter of Adam Roberts
WALTER ROBICHAUD Robichaud Dies in Florida City MANITOWOC-Walter Robichaud, 65, former vice president and sales manager of the National Tinsel Mfg. Co., died Sunay night at St. Anthony Hospital, St. Petersburg, Fla. He had been in failing health in recent years and with his wife moved to Florida last April. They resided at 615 Twelfth Ave., Northeast, in St. Petersburg. Masonic funeral rites will be held at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home at 10 a.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. He was born Dec. 23, 1889, in New York City, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Robichaud, and in 1911 married Miss Marjorie Huneke in Brooklyn. They came to Manitowoc in 1929 and he became associated with the Tinsel Co. as vice president and then became sales manager moving back to New York City in 1933. He retired in 1942 and in recent years Mr. and Mrs. Robichaud have been residing in California He was a 32nd degree Mason and helped organize the Manitowoc Commandery. He was a past master of the Jeppa Masonic lodge in New York and a member of the Kismet Shrine Club in New York. During his residence here he was also a member of the Lakeside Country Club and the Manitowoc lodge of Elks. Surviving are his wife; a daughter, Miss Beryl Robichaud of New York City; son, Ald. Leonard Robichaud of Manitowoc; and two grandchildren (Survivors omitted for privacy.), of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Wednesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 28, 1955 P. 13 ******* [d. 11-27-1955 at St. Petersburg FL/age 65 yrs./bur. on Mrs. and Mrs. Leonard Robichaud lot]
ELIZABETH (EVERELL) ROBINSON From Der Nord Westen, 04 Mar. 1909: 63-year old Mrs. Elizabeth Robinson, widow of the late John Robinson, died Saturday in Kenosha where she was visiting.. The body was brought here for burial.
JOHN ROBINSON From Der Nord Westen, 14 Mar. 1907: Death Thursday afternoon last week of John Robinson, a well-known resident of our city. The deceased was born 1823 in England, came to America in 1844, then came to Manitowoc County in the early 50’s and operated a farm in Town Kossuth before retiring to Manitowoc a few years ago. John Robinson was elected to several town offices and represented his district for one term in the State Assembly. He leaves his sorrowing widow, one son and one daughter. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at the city cemetery.
JOHN ROBINSON From Der Nord Westen, 07 Jan. 1909: The body of John Robinson of Green Bay, who died Saturday in Kenosha, was brought here and buried Tuesday in the city cemetery. He was formerly a pharmacist here.
LAURA M. ROBINSON Mrs. Arthur A. Robinson, 78, of 935 N. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Robinson, nee Laura M. Elfner, was born July 16, 1893, at Luxemburg, daughter of the late George and Margaret Schneider Elfner. She was married to Arthur Robinson Sept. 22, 1913, at Manitowoc. The couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1963. Mrs. Robinson was a member of Holy Innocents Christian Mothers Altar Society. Survivors include her husband, four sons, Norman, Arthur R., George and Dale of Manitowoc, two daughters, Mrs. Elmer (Delores) Lehman of West Bend and Mrs. Norbert (LaVerne) Doligalski of Racine, two brothers, Edward Elfner St. and John Elfner of Manitowoc, a sister, Mrs. Lloyd LaPlante of Green Bay, 22 grand- children and 20 great grandchildren. A sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday where a wake service will be held at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 25, 1972
MARY JANE ROBINSON From the Manitowoc Herald, 09 Sep 1854: (no name) Robinson, 18 mo. old drowned in Manitowoc river daughter of Arthur C. Robinson. ********* (Mary Jane Robinson/d. 2 Sept. 1854/age 1 yr. 5 mos./cause: drowned in river/from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
THOMAS ROBINSON Name: Robinson, Thomas D.: 11/20/1876 B.: 1/6/1829 Reg. D.: 7/21/1877 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 47 Yrs. B.P.: Church Stretton, Shropshire Engl. D.P.: Mtwc. City Cem.: Evergreen Ch.: Inf. & Address: Spouse: Emma Phipps Robinson F.: John Robinson M.: Catherina Robinson Cause of Death: Apoplexy Add Info.: Druggist Pg. #: v.1 p.226 ********* Death notice in Der Nord Westen, 23 Nov. 1876 Thomas Robinson, head of the local firm T. & J. Robinson, died on Monday morning about 1 o'clock. Death was sudden, not much more than an hour. (long article) ********* On Monday last, sad news, sudden as a thunderbolt, cast a mournful gloom over the city of Manitowoc, which made a deep impression upon men, women and children, of all ages and conditions, giving solemn notice to us all, that brittle is the thread of life, and that the lease we have of it, is of exceedingly uncertain duration. It was the startling announcement that the Hon. Thomas Robinson, of Manitowoc (better known as "Tom Robinson") was dead - a solemn fact that could hardly be realized - which alas! has proven too true. The deceased (or, as we prefer to call him, our old friend "Tom") has lived among us for twenty-one years, known by almost every man, woman and child in the city, and was of such marked character that it entitles his memory to more than a passing notice. He was born in church Stretton, in Shropshire, England, on the 6th day of January, 1829, and was in his forty-eighth year. He received a good business education, and in 1852 left Old England to try his fortune in America. He arrived at Kenosha, Wis., about Christmas of that year, and was engaged as a clerk in the drug store of his uncle, Hon. Frederick Robinson, of that city. In November 1854 he came to Manitowoc, then but a small hamlet, bought and took possession of the small drug store then run by Mr. Deming. In 1857 his only brother, John left England and came straight to Manitowoc, and immediately entered into partnership with his senior brother, under the firm name of T. & J. Robinson, which partnership continued to grow, thrive and prosper from the day of its birth to the present time, and from small beginnings, by industry, honor and integrity, the firm built up one of the largest drug business in the state of Wisconsin. In the fall of 1859 the lamented deceased married a daughter of Mr. Phipps, an esteemed citizen of Manitowoc, by whom he had a daughter now about 14 years of age. In 1847 the enlargement of business required John to move to Green Bay, where the firm had purchased and taken possession of a large business, leaving the longest and best known partner here with us, where he remained until the hour of his death, which took place about one o'clock on Monday morning. As is known to every one who knew him, deceased was of remarkably robust constitution and frame, and never looked better or more cheerful than the day before he died. He retired to bed late (about twelve), complained of some pain in his side, nothing unusual; he had been in bed not more than twenty minutes when his wife was awakened by a gurgling noise in his throat, and taking the symptom for the night-mare, she tried to arouse him but could not; she obtained a light, called for help, but her beloved husband neither knew her nor anything else. Medical aid was immediately summoned, but when the physician arrived, the lamp of life had gone out, and the head of the household was no more, leaving not only the stricken inmates of the house in sorrow and mourning but everyone else who knew him, and their name is legion. And well they may, for with all his faults, (he had some, who has not?) he was the best friend of the poor this city could boast of; not demonstrative in his charities, but as is known to many keeping the left hand ignorant of what the right hand was doing; and it may be safely said that no child in this whole city ever went to bed hungry, with his knowledge. We would rather have the blessings and benedictions that are to-day showered upon his memory, for our earthly crown, than the largest marble shaft that ever pierced the clouds. We fear that when Christmas comes round that many, very many scanty boards will be much leaner and scantier in the absence of the lamented tender and large hearted "Tom;" and if feeding the hungry, clothing the naked remembering the widows and orphans, caring and providing for the destitute does procure a key to the celestial city; the much mourned departed carries it with him to the eternal world. Deceased was an ardent if not enthusiastic mason, and, as we are informed, did more for the advancement of this order than any member in Manitowoc. He was made Master Mason in 1857, past through numerous degrees and became a member of the Manitowoc Chapter in 1859, and at his death was the highest officer in the Chapter which shows the esteem he was held in by his brethern. He was also a member of the Odd Fellows lodge in Manitowoc, and has belonged to the Manitowoc Fire Department, either as an active or honorary member (and one of the most efficient of its members), ever since its advent to Manitowoc. In 1867 he was elected Assemblyman for the Manitowoc district, and served one term, and while in Madison made many friends. He was several times elected Coroner of the county, and nearly every body voted for him. That he was a public spirited citizen is well attested by the part he took in all general improvements especially in school matters; and the beautiful 1st District school house, which is the chief ornament of the city, was labored for long by him, and finally built while he was a member of the district school board. And many a time we have heard him rejoice in having had a part in the erection of such a noble structure, remarking that it would be remembered after he was dead that he had something to do with it. He was a staunch, steady, true and reliable friend, the same yesterday, to-day and tomorrow; and if a man obtained a place in his heart once, he staid there forever. He could also hate for a few days if he was wronged or abused, but let his adversary step an inch towards reconciliation and he would jump a foot, for nothing gave him so much pain as being at enmity with his neighbors. Every impulse of his nature was good will to man. Socially, he had few peers among us, fond of a song, delighted with a story, and never tired of pun, fun or repartee. Among his circle of acquaintances his place cannot be filled. With such characteristics, what need be said of him as a husband and father? That he was a kind and affectionate husband, everybody knows; that his whole soul was wrapped up in his daughter, whom he loved with such a warmth of affection as is vouchsafe to but few, is well known to his friends. Would that we could pour a little of the oil of consolation into this cup of bitterness and sorrow. If tears of sympathy can alleviate the woe they flow throughout the community. If universal testimonials of respect to the memory of the departed husband and father can lighten the burden of their sorrow, they are to be seen and heard abundantly. In closing this somewhat lengthy notice, we tender our heartfelt sympathies, not only to the mother, daughter and family relations of the deceased upon whom this blow has fallen so heavily, but we condole with the entire public in the loss all have sustained in the death of our much beloved old friend. May the Great Dispenser of love and mercy lighten the burdens of sorrow and woe, and enable all to bear them with fortitude. The following two verses, with the substitution of a single word might have been written for this occasion: O, Robinson! the man, the brother; And art thou gone, and gone forever: And best thou cross that unknown river Life's dreary bound? Like thee where shall I find another The world around? Go to your sculptur'd tombs, ye great. In all the tinsel trash o'state; But by the honest turf I'll wait Thou man of worth! And weep these best fellows fate, E'er lay in earth. Chilton Times, November 25, 1876
VIOLET A. ROBINSON Violet A. Robinson, 81, formerly of Manitou Manor, died Friday, July 8, 2005 at Aurora Medical Center, Manitowoc County. Violet was born Nov. 27, 1923 at Maribel, daughter of the late Edward & Anna (Decker) Salta. She grew up in Mishicot and married Joseph Robinson Feb. 15, 1941. He preceded her in death. Violet was a seasonal worker at Lakeside Foods for 19 years. Violet enjoyed her family, especially her grandchildren, great grandchildren, was a good cook and baker, an avid reader of mysteries, worked puzzle books and word searches. She was a member of Manitowoc Senior Citizens. (Survivors omitted for privacy) In addition to her parents, Violet is predeceased by three sons: Joseph, Jr., Gene and Gary Robinson; great-granddaughter: Emily Robinson; two brothers: Paul and Roman Salta; sister-in-law: Margaret Salta; brother-in-law: Robert Nichols. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at St. Francis of Assisi Parish - Waldo Site, Waldo Blvd. at North 14th Street, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dave Hoffman will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives and friends may greet the family from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc where a Parish prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. will be led by Deacon Paul Kieffer. The visitation will continue on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Waldo Site to the time of liturgy at 10:30 a.m. Memorials to the donor's choice would be appreciated. Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is serving the Robinson Family. Herald Times Reporter, July 11, 2005 Photo
HERMAN ROCKHOFF From Der Nord Westen, 09 Aug. 1888: Hermann Rockhoff, a worker at the firm of Lehmkuhl & Dicke, went missing Sat. evening. He had attended the evening meal, then went out to complete the purchase of a cow but he never came back. A nightlong search by his loved ones brought no results. On Tues. morning, a son of the missing man went to a piece of land the family owned in Town Manitowoc, only to find his father lying lifeless on the floor of one of the barns. The son brought the news of his discovery into the city and as a result Justice of the Peace O’Hara went out to conduct a coroner’s inquest. Dr. Luhmann was appointed to conduct a postmortem, and he testified that the deceased’s heart was completely shattered and that a heart attack had taken the man’s life. Why Rockhoff, after completing his cow transaction, didn’t return home but instead went out to his land, remains unclear. The burial took place ******* [cause: heart disease]
JOHN ROCKHOFF From Der Nord Westen, 16 Apr. 1903: Death Fri. in Green Bay of 77-yr. old John Ruckhoff(sic), a former residentof Manitowoc. He came to Manitowoc many years ago and was a resident here until about 3 yrs. ago when he moved in with his children in Green Bay. The body was brought here and buried in the city cemetery.
MARY ROCKHOFF From Der Nord Westen, 30 Oct. 1902: Mrs. John Ruckhoft(sic), a former resident of Town Newton, died Thurs. in Green Bay at age 60. She is survived by her husband and 2 sons. The body was brought here for burial.
WILHELMINE ROCKHOFF From Der Nord Westen, 16 Sept. 1897: Death Thurs. evening in Manitowoc of Mrs. Wilhelmine Rockhoff (nee Wallschlaeger). The deceased, who was born 08 Jan. 1824 in Langendorf, Pomerania, died of old age debility, leaving 5 grown children. The funeral took place Sun. afternoon in the city cemetery.
KATHERINE ROCKY / ROCKEY / RACKE From Der Nord Westen, 28 Nov. 1907: Mrs. Katharine Rockey, who moved from here to Kenosha several months ago, died there at age 70 from old age debility. The body was brought here and the funeral held Saturday from the Lutheran Church. (Note: She is also listed as Racke)
PETER ROCKY From Der Nord Westen, 26 Jan. 1905: Death Thurs. last week, following a 2-yr. illness with consumption, of Peter Rocky, son of Henry Rocky here. In addition to his parents the deceased leaves several sisters. The funeral was held Saturday. ****** [01-19-1905/cause: consumption]
CARL ROEBER From Der Nord Westen, 29 Nov. 1900: Death on Fri. afternoon after a short illness of 77-yr. old Carl Roeber. The deceased had been a resident of our city for more than 30 years. Earlier he followed the blacksmith trade. He is survived by his widow and 6 grown children. The funeral was held Sun. ****** [cause: apoplexy]
FLORA ROEBER From Der Nord Westen, 16 Apr. 1903: Death on Sat. of a child only a few days old of Paul Roeber with burial Sunday.
WILHELMINA ROEBER From Der Nord Westen, 15 June 1905: Following a 5-mo. illness Mrs. W. Roeber, 71 yrs. of age, died Mon. evening. The deceased, who was a resident of our city for many years, leaves 3 sons and 3 daughters. The funeral will be held this afternoon. ****** [cause: heart failure]
WILLIAM ROGERS From the Manitowoc Herald, 26 Aug 1854: William Rogers died. ******** (William Rogers/bur. 19 Aug. 1854/age 35 yrs./ from record of St. James Epis. Ch., Manitowoc)
MINNA ROHAN From Der Nord Westen, 12 May 1904: Death Mon. morning after a short illness of 27-yr. old Mrs. Paul Rohan, a 15th St. resident. In addition to her husband and a small child, the deceased leaves her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kirchner, 3 sisters and 2 brothers. The funeral will be held today.
AUGUST ROHRBACH Funeral services for August Rohrbach, 81, of 1324 S. 21st. St., who died Monday morning at home will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Wesley Methodist Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Donald Stannard officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Inadvertently omitted among survivors in his obituary published in Monday's issue of this newspaper, were two sons, Edgar of Manitowoc and Harry of Upland, Calif. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 23, 1960 page 11
EMMA ROHRBACH Mrs. Albert Rohrbach, 87, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, died Thursday morning at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Harvey H. Rakow officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. The former Emma Specht was born August 5, 1876, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the late Mathias and Maria Antholt Specht. She was married to Albert Rohrbach Nov. 22, 1899, at Manitowoc. They farmed all their married life on Route 2, Manitowoc. Mr. Rohrbach died in 1944. Mrs. Rohrbach was a life member of First Baptist Church and its Women's Mission Society and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star No. 196. Surviving are four sons, Albert and Ruben Rohrbach of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, Victor Rohrbach of Mena, Ark., and Harold Rohrbach of Wauwatosa; a daughter, Mrs. William E. Schweitzer of Hemet, Calif.; five brothers, Herman Specht of Green Bay, William Specht of Chicago and Henry, George Sr., and Richard Specht of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Orville Hampton of Huntington Park, Calif., Mrs. Albert Schielke of Milwaukee and Mrs. Frank Beneditz of Wausau; three grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. Three sisters and a brother preceded her in death. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday and until 10:30 a.m. Monday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and from 11 a.m. until the hour of service at the church. Eastern Star Memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 27, 1964 P. 19 ********** [d. 2-27-1964/age 87 yrs./widow of Albert Rohrbach]
CLARA ROSENAU Name: Rosenau, Clara D.: 11/8/1875 B.: Reg. D.: 12/31/1875 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 4 Yrs. 8 Mo. 16 Da. B.P.: D.P.: Mtwc. City Cem.: Evergreen Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. G. Thiele Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: v.1 p.190
LEOPOLD ROSENFELDER From Der Nord Westen, 08 Oct. 1896: Death yesterday afternoon quite suddenly, reportedly of a heart attack, of 70 yr. old Leopold Rosenfelder. Mr. Rosenfelder came to America in the early ‘50’s and was among the older settlers of Manitowoc. He married in 1854 and his wife and one grown son survive him. The funeral will take place Sat. afternoon.
FLORENCE M. ROSENTRETER Manitowoc Herald Times Jan 13, 1967 Mrs. Fred R Rosentreter, 74, of 605 Cleveland Ave, Manitowoc, died Thursday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm saturday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mrs. Rosentreter, the former Florence Ristow, was born May 26, 1892, in the Town of Waupun, daughter of the late Edward and Augusta Opperman Ristow. She was educated in Omro schools and was married May 14, 19185, to Mr. Rosentreter at Oshkosh. The couple located at Manitowoc shortly thereafter when Mr Rosentreter joined the faculty of Lincoln High School. He died in 1949. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and its Lois and Missionary societies. Suriviors are two sons, two sisters, two brothers, and two grandchildren. Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 7 o'clock this Friday evening until 11am Saturday when the casket will be moved to the chapel where the body will lie in state until the time of service. Memorials may be sent to Memorial Hospital of First Presbyterian Church.
ELIZABETH ROSIK Mrs. Elizabeth A. Rosik, 71, of 1107 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. at St. Bonfface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Reverend Msgr. Alfred Schneider will officiate and burial Will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Rosik, nee Elizabeth Antoinette McCann, was born March 14, 1900, in New York City. Her family died in a flu epidemic in 1905. In 1906 she went to live with the Patrick O'Brien family at Cooperstown. She attended schools at Cooperstown, Green Bay and the Holy Family Hospital School of Nursing, Manitowoc. She was married to Felix A. Rosik June 8, 1921, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Tisch Mills, The couple resided at Manitowoc all their married lives. Her husband preceded her in death Feb. 15, 1969. Mrs. Rosik was a member of the St. Ann Altar Society of St. Boniface Church, an active member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary and was named auxiliary's "Mother of the Year" in 1969 and 1970. Her favorite work was with the Eagles Child Welfare Committee. Survivors include two sons and four daughters. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday where a Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. (note from contributor) Mrs. Rosik's (my mother) middle name is May not Antoinette. ******** Mrs. Elizabeth A. Rosik, 71, of 1107 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Msgr. Alfred Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Pallbearers (edited for privacy) Mrs. Rosik, nee Elizabeth Antoinette McCann, was born March 14, 1900, in New York City. Her family died in a flu epidemic in 1905. In 1906 she went to live with the Patrick O'Brien family at Cooperstown. She attended schools at Cooperstown, Green Bay and the Holy Family Hospital School of Nursing, Manitowoc. She was married to Felix A. Rosik June 8, 1921, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Tisch Mills. The couple resided at Manitowoc all their married lives. Her husband preceded her in death Feb. 15, 1969. Mrs. Rosik was a member of the St. Ann Altar Society of St. Boniface Church, an active member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary and was named auxiliary's "Mother of the Year" in 1969 and 1970. Her favorite work was with the Eagles Childs Welfare Committee. Survivors include two sons and four daughters. (Survivors edited for privacy) Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday where a Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 14, 1971 ******* [d. 04-13-1971/age 71 yrs./widow of Felix A. Rosik]
FELIX A. ROSIK Felix A. Rosik, 73 1218 S. 12th St., died Saturday at Holy Family Hospital Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the very Rev Msgr. Alfred Schnieder will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Rosik was born Nov. 20, 1895 at Pine Grove, son of the late Andrew and Mary Laskowsky Rosik. He married Elizabeth McCann at St. Mary church, Tisch Mills, June 8, 1921 and the couple settled at Manitowoc. Before retiring in 1961 he worked 30 years for Mirro Aluminum Co. and 15 years for Heresite Chemical Co. Manitowoc. Survivors include the wife; two sons, four daughters, three brothers, a sister, and 13 grand children. A brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home at 7:30 o'clock this evening the Rosary will be recited Herald Times Reporter February 17, 1969
ALBIE ROSINSKY 1967 Manitowoc Herald Times Mrs. Albie Rosinsky, 74, of 1845 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening at Holy Family hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient two weeks. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. E.A. Radey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetary. The former Albie Wesolowsky was born Feb. 6, 1893, at Wausau, daughter of the late Martin and Anna Wesolowsky. She was married April 5, 1913, to Orson J. Rosinsky at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The couple observed the golden anniversary of the wedding in 1963. Mr. Rosinsky died Sept. 12, 1963. Mrs. Rosinsky was a charter member of Germania Society. She is survived by two sons, Harvey, of Charlevoix, Michigan., and Eugene, of Manitowoc, a daughter, [name rem. for privacy], of Manitowoc, two sisters, Mrs. Minnie Roughan, of Fairfield, Calif., and Mrs. Alex Stark, of St. Petersburg, Fla., eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. A son, Raymond, was killed in WWII and four brothers and three sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m.
BABY ROSINSKY From Der Nord Westen, 07 Mar. 1907: A little daughter of Richard Rosinsky died Tuesday. [From cem. office: The baby is bur. next to Pheamie and Richard, the only thing is we have it listed as a baby boy (there are just ditto marks in the sex column indicating it was male like the listing above), so either our register is wrong or the newspaper is wrong.
EDWARD ROSINSKY From Der Nord Westen, 15 June 1899: Death Sun. morning after a long illness of Eduard Rozinsky, the 19-yr. old son of Hermann Rozinsky. The deceased, who was born 25 Jan. 1888 here, succumbed to consumption. He wanted to enter the ministry and was a student at the Lutheran Seminary in Watertown, but he had to give up his studies as his deadly disease increased. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon at the city cemetery. ********* [cause: consumption]
EMIL ROSINSKY From Der Nord Westen, 18 July 1907: Emil Rosinsky, about whose illness we recently reported, died from it Sunday. It had been believed that he was suffering from appendicitis, but an operation established that that was not the case. Mr. Rosinsky, who operated the former Voigt Furniture Store next to the 8th Street bridge, reached the age of 30. His widow as well as his mother, one brother and one sister mourn his early death. The funeral was held yesterday from the Lutheran Church. ********* [bur. 07-15-1907/cause: appendicitis]
GRACE ROSINSKY Mrs. Grace Rosinsky, of 2512 Silver Creek Road, Manitowoc, died Friday, Jan. 6, at her residence. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery. Mrs. Rosinsky, nee Grace Schroeder, was born in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Hugo and Augusta Gaedtke Schroeder. She married George R. Rosinsky on Sept. 7, 1939 at Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death on April 11, 1958. Mrs. Rosinsky was employed as a secretary in Manitowoc and also at Park Lawn Home until her retirement. Survivors include a brother, Paul Schroeder of Maples, Florida. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Harlan and Ernest Schroeder. (no newspaper named, Jan. 1984) (sent in by family member/see contributors page) ******** (16 Mar 1908/Jan 1984/SSDI)
HERMAN ROSINSKY From Der Nord Westen, 03 Dec. 1903: Sudden death Thurs. evening last week of Hermann Rozsinsky, the well-known furniture merchant. Mr. Rozsinsky felt perfectly well all day and that evening attended the Thanksgiving service at the Lutheran Church. He had just started singing when he sank back into his seat. Naturally the service was interrupted and nearby Dr. Luhmann summoned. He could only report that the ill man had been stricken with a heart attack and that he was probably in his last moments. Death followed shortly. His body was taken by ambulance to the family residence on Buffalo Street. Mr. Rozsinsky was born 07 Oct. 1852 in Grabow, Pomerania, and came to Manitowoc as a 15-yr. old with his parents and has lived here ever since. Many years he worked in the establishment of W. Rahr Sons Company here, then several years ago bought the furniture store of Anton Vogt, which he operated with his sons. About 5 yrs. ago he became seriously ill, and it is now thought that heart trouble may have begun during that illness. Since then he has felt fine except for a cold a few weeks ago. His sudden death was entirely unanticipated and came as a terrible blow to his family. The deceased is survived by his father, his widow and 3 children. His funeral was held from the Lutheran Church Sun. afternoon among a large number of mourners. ********* [bur. 11-28-1903/cause: heart paralysis]
LILLY ROSINSKY From Der Nord Westen, 19 July 1906: A small child of Richard Rosinsky here died last week and was buried Sunday.
RALPH ROSINSKY From Der Nord Westen, 11 Nov. 1909: A 9-month old child of North 9th Street resident Fred Rosinsky died Tuesday morning.
RALPH JUUL ROSINSKY [Burial permit has Ralph Juul Rosinsky/born dead/died in Manitowoc/ date May 2?, 1925/the son of Walter & Linda Rosinsky./can't read the date on the permit so will use the date on the tombstone] Permit
RICHARD C. ROSINSKY Private funeral services for Richard Rosinsky, 87, formerly of 113 Cleveland Ave., Manitowoc, a resident of Shady Lane Home the past 10 years, who died Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be Saturday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervas Zanotti wil officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Rosinsky was born April 19, 1883, at Manitowoc, son of the late Carl and Augusta Zibell Rosinsky. He attended schools at Manitowoc. He married Pheamie Fricke at Manitowoc, where they have resided all their lives. His wife preceded him in death in 1958. Mr. Rosinsky had been employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., for many years. He was a member of the Boilermakers Local 443 and the Royal League. Survivors include two sons, Harry and George, of Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. Gordon (Margaret) Hall of Manitowoc and Mrs. Milton (Grace) Heffernan of Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Frank Nemitz, of Two Rivers; 10 granchildren, 23 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Five sisters and three brothers preceded him in death. There will be no visitation. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 8, 1970 ********** [d. 05-07-1970/age 87 yrs./bur. on Charles Rosinsky lot] (b. 19 Apr. 1883/d. May 1970/SSDI)
WILLIAM ROSINSKY From Der Nord Westen, 22 Aug 1907: William Rosinsky, a resident on Neshoto Road, was found dead in his bed Saturday morning. He felt perfectly well when he went to bed Friday evening, but a heart attack during the night ended his life. The deceased was 83 years old but had been in sound health. He came to Manitowoc County in 1853 and has lived here ever since. He leaves a sorrowing widow and 6 children. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon. ********* [cause: apoplexy]
WILLIAM ROSINSKY (d. 1927) WM. ROSINSKY IS SUMMONED THIS MORNING William Rosinsky, aged 71, passed away at his home at 850 North Eighth street this morning at 8 o'clock after an illness of more than a year. Complications incident to old age brought about the end, death quietly taking his life in the home in which he had lived for nearly a half century. Mr. Rosinsky retired about six years ago, up until that time having been connected with the Smalley Manufacturing Co., for more than 44 years. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at two from the home, the Rev. Uetzman officiating, and burial will take place at Evergreen. Deceased is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mary Rosinsky, two daughters, Mrs. Sophie Wittman and Mrs. Louis Jonas, of this city, three sons, Fred and Walter of this city and William Jr., of Two Rivers, a brother, Fred, of Manitowoc, and a sister, Mrs. Johanna Braun of Colby. Mr. Rosinsky was born in Pomerland, Germany, March 13, 1856, and came to this country at the age of 19, spending a short time in Philadelphia, Pa., and then coming to this city where he has made his home since. On August 17, 1878, he was married to Miss Mary Schmidt and seven children were born to them, five of whom survive. Twenty-four grandchildren also survive. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. April 25, 1927 P. 1 ******** (Note: Stone says 1925 but is on the space for 1927 burial/d. 1927 from obit) [William Rosinsky/bur. 4-27-1927/cause: chronic bronchitis], next to:
MERCEDES M. ROSLAND Mrs. Elmer Rosland, 55, of 507 Buffalo St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Sunday evening. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Cyril Van Heeswyck will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Rosland, nee Mercedes Tomcheck, was born Aug. 20, 1917, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late John Tomcheck and Mrs. Constance LaMarsh Tomcheck. She was maried to Elmer Rosland Aug. 2, 1941, at Two Rivers. After marriage the couple located at Manitowoc. Survivors include her husband, her mother of Manitowoc; two sons (Survivors omitted for privacy.); a brother, LeRoay(sic), of Norfolk, Va.; and a grand- child. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 11, 1972 ******* [d. 12-10-1972/age 55 yrs./wife of Elmer M. Rosland]
NORRIS ROSS From Der Nord Westen, 03 July 1902: Death Sun. in Antigo at age 87 of Norris Ross, a former resident here. The deceased had at one time been engaged in the shipbuilding trade here and helped in the construction of the first wooden ship in Manitowoc. He is survived by 3 children. His body was brought here and buried Tues. in the city cemetery.
VERNETTA E. ROSS Vernetta E. Ross, age 77, a resident of Manitowoc, died Saturday, Feb. 19, 2000 at her residence after an inspiring struggle with cancer. Funeral services for Mrs. Ross were held at Grace Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, (TODAY) Monday, Feb. 21, 2000, at 1:30 p.m., with the Rev. Keith Haag officiating. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Vernetta was born May 20, 1922, in Two Rivers, Wisconsin. Her parents were the late Bruno and Clara Cerrull Daetz. She graduated from Washington High School in Two Rivers in 1940. She was employed at the Manitowoc Clinic as a receptionist for many years, retiring in 1984. On April 17, 1943, she married LaVern H. Ross at Two Rivers, Wisconsin. She was a member of Grace Ev. Lutheran Church. Survivors include her husband LaVern; four children, two brothers, also eight grandchildren, a great-granddaughter, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and a sister. The visitation for Mrs. Ross was held TODAY at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. Memorials in Vanetta’s name would be appreciated to Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church or the American Cancer Society. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home assisted the Ross family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, February 21, 2000
AUGUST ROSSO From Der Nord Westen, 25 Sept. 1890: Death in the mental facility in Oshkosh on Sat. of August Rosso who had worked here as a mason. The body was brought here and buried in the city cemetery.
JOHN ROSSO From Der Nord Westen, 24 Feb. 1876: John Rosso died on Saturday, Feb. 19th in the home of his son-in-law, Wm. Ehlert. He was the father of building contractor, August Rosso, and was 76 years and 10 days of age.
SOPHIA ROSSO From Der Nord Westen, 09 Dec. 1886: Death of 56-year old Mrs. Sophia Rosso (nee Schmelz), on Wed. morning shortly after midnight. The deceased, wife of stonemason August Rosso, had been ill for a long time with stomach cancer. The funeral service will be held Fri. afternoon at 2pm in the funeral home on the corner of Washington and 20th Street.
LESTER A. ROTHMUND Lester A. Rothmund, 65, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning at home. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Kuhr will officaite and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Rothmund was born April 4, 1907, in the Town of Manitowoc, son of the late John and Ella Buenzow Rothmund. Mr. Rothmund was past president of the Pure Milk Assn. of Manitowoc County, a member of Manitowoc County Farm Bureau, past president of Rockwood Fire Dept., a member of Holy Innocents Catholc Church and a former member of its Holy Name Society. He married Clara Funk Oct. 1, 1930 at St Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Mr. Rothmund was a dairy farmer. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) One grandchild preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday where a prayer service will be held at 8:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. April 11, 1973 ********* [d. 04-11-1973/age 65 yrs./bur. on Joan L. Brey lot] (04 Apr 1907/Apr 1973/SSDI)
BEATRICE ROTTER "Beatrice F. Rotter, a resident of River Wood Estates, Manitowoc, entered into eternal life on Saturday, Aug. 18, 2007, at the Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers. Beatrice was born on April 10, 1916, in Marinette to the late Isadore and Dora Stein Solomon. She grew up and was educated in Racine. Beatrice was an avid bridge player, and enjoyed spending her time reading and collecting antiques. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Beatrice was preceded in death by her parents, and three sisters: Grace Daneman, Evelyn Gordon, and Ruth Shrago. It was Beatrice's request to be cremated without any visitation or memorial services. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc is assisting the family with arrangements. Any donations can be sent in Beatrice's name to the Autism Society of the Lakeshore, 413 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, WI 54220. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of River Wood Estates and the Aurora Medical Center for the care and compassion they provided to Beatrice. Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 19, 2007
EDWARD ROUILLER Edward Rouillier, 68, died Thursday afternoon at the Manitowoc County Hospital. Private funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. James Craanen will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Rouillier was born Dec. 26, 1902, in the Town of Gibson, Manitowoc County, son of the late Joseph and Barbara Toupal Rouillier. Survivors include three sisters, Mrs. William Stangel of Rt. 2, Mishicot, Mrs. Emily Pierron of Milwaukee and Sister Theresa Marie of Bapchule, Ariz. There will be no visitation. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 22, 1971 ******* [bur. on Joseph Rouiller lot]
MARY ROUILLER MRS. ROUILLER PASSES TODAY Funeral Services To Be Held On Friday Morning Mrs. Frank Rouiller, 65, of 712 North 11th street, died early this morning following an illness of a little more than two weeks. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at 8:30 from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral parlors and at 9 o'clock from the Sacred Heart church. Burial will be made in the Evergreen cemetery. Mrs. Rouiller, nee Mary Lefky, was born in Manitowoc county in 1870. She was married to Frank Rouiller, who survives, about 44 years ago. She was a member of the Altar society of the Sacred Heart church. Those who survive, besides Mr. Rouiller, include three daughters, Mrs. Allen Melville and Miss Frances Rouiller, both of Milwaukee, and Miss Agnes Rouiller of this city; a son, Edwin of Cincinnati, Ohio; two brothers, Anton Lefky of Manitowoc and Frank of Greenleaf; three sisters, Mrs. Fred Radtke of Two Rivers, Mrs. Peter Christoffel of Manitowoc and Mrs. Adolph Krainik of Denmark; and three grandchildren. The body will lie at the funeral parlors until the time of the services on Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 21, 1936 P. 2 ******* [bur. 1-24-1936/age 65 yrs/cause: diabetus/wife of Frank Rouiller]
ARTHUR S. ROULETTE Capt. Arthur S. Roulette, 70, of 920 N. 17th St., Manitowoc, died early Tuesday morning at home. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Roulette was born April 17, 1899, at Green Bay, son of the late Capt. P.S. and Alice Spalsbury Roulette. He attended grade school and high schools at Green Bay and served as captain with the Reiss Steamship Fleet until his retirement in 1968. He married Margaret Nowbray Nov. 8, 1927, at Green Bay, where they resided until 1935 when they moved to Manitowoc. Capt. Roulette was a member of the Manitowoc Elks Lodge, the Shipmaster's Assn. and the Holy Name Society of the church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, two daughters, a sister, Mrs. Jules Gaie, of Green Bay; and 13 grandchildren. (Survivors edited for privacy) Friends may call after 4 p.m. Thursday until the time of services Friday at the funeral home, where memorial services will be at 7 p.m. Thursday and Elks memorial services will be at 8 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 10, 1970 ******** [d. 02-10-1970/age 70 yrs.] (17 Apr. 1899/Feb. 1970/SSDI)
LEWIS ROUSE From the Manitowoc Herald, 21 Apr 1855: Lewis Rouse, Judge died (eulogy included). ********* (Lewis Rouse/bur. between 23 Mar. and 11 Aug. 1855/age 69 yrs./from record of St. James Epis. Ch., Manitowoc)
ROBERT P. ROWLEY Robert P. Rowley, 71, of 1609 Torrison Dr., Manitowoc, died Thursday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Wesley United Methodist Church. The Rev. Donald T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Rowley was born April 15, 1901, at Brockfort, N.Y., son of the late Scott and Georgietta Palmer Rowley. He attended schools in Brockfort and the University of Pennsylvania. He was graduated from the Warden School of Finance in 1924. Following his schooling he was employed by the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co., White House Division, Brockfort, coming to Manitowoc in 1928, where he was associated with the same company as general manager. He retired in 1966. He married Rhonda Raynor Nov. 2, 1926. He was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church, Manitowoc Masonic Lodge No. 65, F. & A.M., Wisconsin Scottish Rite Bodies, Tripoli Temple and the Two Rivers-Manitowoc Shrine Club. Survivors include his wife, a son, a daughter, seven grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday until 11:30 a.m. Monday and at the church from noon until the time of service. Masonic memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 8, 1972 ******** Robert P. Rowley, 71, of 1609 Torrison Dr., Manitowoc, died Thursday evening at Holy Family Hospital. Masonic memorial services will be at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 9, 1972 ******** [d. 09-07-1972/age 71 yrs.] (b. April 15, 1901/d. Sept. 1972/SSDI)
ANNA ROZUM From the Two Rivers Reporter, Tuesday, January 8, 1946 DEATH CLAIMS MRS. ROZUM OF GIBSON AT 96 Resident of County 92 years Taken Monday; Rites on Thursday Mrs. Anna Rozum, 96, pioneer county resident, died last evening at the homestead farm in the town of Gibson, now operated by her son, Anton Rozum. She was born in Bohemia on Oct. 18, 1849, and came to the United States with her parents when she was four years old, and immediately the family settled in this county. Nee Anna Mosterske, she was united in marriage with John Rozum on Oct. 10, 1867. Her husband preceded her in death 15 years ago. The funeral will be Thursday morning, 9:30 from the home of the son, and at 10 o'clock from St. Ann's Catholic church, Francis Creek, with interment in Evergreen cemetery there. The Rev. Joseph Rauch will officiate. The body will be removed to the farm home from the Urbanek and Schlei funeral parlors at Manitowoc at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning. Survivors include the son; a daughter, Mrs. Joseph Zeman of Milwaukee; a stepsister, Mrs. Antonia Stueber of Peshtigo; 13 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren and seven great great grandchildren.
MARY RUDIE SECOND EARLY DAY PIONEER PASSES AWAY Mrs. Mary Rudie, Aged 87, Is Summoned After Short Illness of Three Weeks Mrs. Mary Rudie, aged 87, widow of the late G.H. Rudie, prominent Manitowoc county farmer, died on the Rudie homestead on Manitowoc Route 7, Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Rudie, nee Johnsrud, a Norwegian by birth, has made this county her home nearly sixty years and is the second of early day Norwegian settlers and pioneers of this county to pass within a few days. Death did not come wholly unexpected, Mrs. Rudie having taken ill three weeks ago, since which time her condition has been on the decline and the end came peacefully yesterday afternoon, complications incident to old age being responsible for death. Born at Valders, Norway, May 6, 1839 Mrs. Rudie would have reached her eighty- eighth year next May. Deceased spent the early days of her life in the Norwegian town of which she was born and at the age of 21, in 1860, she was married to Gilbert H. Rudie and twelve years after their marriage the couple removed to this country, entering New York harbor on July 4, 1872, amid the revelry and celebration of a Fourth of July celebration, their first glimpse of America. Lived Here Over 55 Years Upon landing, the couple made their way to this city and took residence on a farm on now Route 7 and have lived there since that time. Mr. Rudie died three and a half years ago after he had made his farm one of the most prosperous in the county and won success. Mrs. Rudie is survived by three daughters and four sons and 28 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren. The daughters are Mrs. Tollef Skatrud, Kalrsted, Minn., Mrs. Hanna Kirkevold at home and Mrs. Lars Aleckson of this city. The sons are Holstein of Gillette, Knute whose whereabouts are unknown at present, John of Two Rivers and Oscar at home. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at one o'clock from the home on Route 7 to the First Lutheran church in this city of which Mrs. Rudie had been a member for more than 55 years, being a charter member of the Ladies Aid Society and was made an honorary member in late years. Rev. Ristad will conduct services at the church at two o'clock and burial will take place at Evergreen. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, Januray 31, 1927 P. 2 ********** [bur. 02-02-1927/cause: Valvular heart disease/bur. on H.G. Rudie lot]
CAROLINE RUDOLPH From Der Nord Westen, 11 Nov. 1909: Death Tuesday morning, after a long illness with old age debility, of 76-year old Mrs. Caroline Rudolph, the widow of Ernst Rudolph who died 7 years ago. She is survived by 6 children and a host of grandchildren, as well as 3 brothers and a sister. The funeral will be held this afternoon from St. John’s Evangelical Church. ******* [bur. 11-11-1909/cause: senility]
DORIS (SALOMON) RUDOLPH From Der Nord Westen, 30 Mar. 1899: Mrs. Doris Rudolph, wife of Fritz Rudolph, died Tues. morning. The death was not entirely unanticipated because she has been ill for 6 weeks and since the beginning of the month got considerably worse. The family did everything to cure her illness to no avail. Mrs. Rudolph was born 21 Mar. 1828 in Halberstadt, the daughter of toll collector Gustav Salomon. In 1855 she came with her parents to America and settled with them in the city of Manitowoc. In 1860 she married Fritz Rudolph, one of the most prominent German residents of our city. They had no children of their own, but adopted the son of Mrs. Hottelmann, Mrs. Rudolph’s sister, who has grown into a fine man. In addition to her husband she is survived by a brother, former Governor of Wisconsin, Edward Saloman, now living in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers: Generals Fritz and Eberhard Saloman and Mr. Hermann Saloman; as well as two sisters, one of whom was referred to above. Her death is a severe blow to her husband who is now in his 78th year. Her funeral will take place at 2 p.m. this afternoon. ******** Die Wahrheit #149, 4 April 1890: 28 March 1899 Died last night — Died after a long illness. Born 21 March 1828 area of Halberstadt, daughter of Head Revenue collector, Gustav Salomon. In 1855 came here with parents and settled near Manitowoc. Married Fritz Rudolph in 1860. No children born to couple but they adopted a son of Mrs. Hottelman, sister of deceased. Only a brother of Mrs. Rudolph who now lives in Frankfort Am Main remains of the sisters and brothers of Mrs. Rudolph. Preceding her in death were Edward S. (Gov of WI), Gen’l Fritz and Eberhard Salomon as well as Herman Salomon and Mrs. Hottelman. Burial on Thursday at 2 pm. ******** [cause: heart disease]
Doris (Salomon) Rudolph
ERNST RUDOLPH From Der Nord Westen, 23 Jan. 1902: Ernst Rudolph, a well-known resident of our city, died Fri. morning following a 3-week confinement with pneumonia. The deceased was born 10 May 1823 in Arnstadt, Thuringia, and came to America with his brothers in 1852 (Fritz Rudolph, who died last winter, and Gottlob Rudolph, a resident in the 5thWard). The 3 brothers first settled on a farm in Town Newton, later moving to Manitowoc. The deceased leaves a widow and 6 children as well as the above mentioned brother and one sister, Mrs. Hemleben in Dubuque. The heavily attended funeral took place Sun. afternoon at the city cemetery. Pastor Nagel of the Evangelical St. Johannes Church delivered the funeral oration ******* [cause: pneumonia]
FRITZ RUDOLPH From Der Nord Westen, 28 Feb. 1901: Fritz Rudolph died last Sat. morning, one of the first German settlers of our county. He would have been 88 yrs. of age on Fri. next week. He was born in Arnstadt, Thuringia, on 08 Mar. 1813. He received a sound schooling in Germany, then learned the dyer's trade which he pursued throughout Germany and Austria. He came to America in 1848 and spent a year in Philadelphia before coming to Manitowoc in 1849. With his brothers Gottlob and Ernst as well as his brother- in-law, he worked a farm in Town Newton. Two years later he moved to Manitowoc and opened a wine and liquor business which prospered. In 1860 he married Doris Salomon, a sister of Governor Edward Salomon, with whom he lived a happy but childless marriage until her death in Mar., 1899. Though he has no children of his own he raised the orphaned children of his brother-in-law and formally adopted one of them, Wilhelm. He gave up the wine business in 1886 and pursued the life of a private man, giving his attention to his garden. Every morning and every evening he was seen taking a walk through the streets of our city, always stopping to chat with friends, until last Christmas when the walks had to stop. He grew weaker and weaker until on Sun., 8 days ago, he was no longer able to get out of bed, when his condition worsened until his death. On Mon. afternoon he was buried in the city cemetery alongside his wife. (Long article) ------------ Manitowoc Citizen, February 26, 1901: FRED RUDOLPH LAID TO REST—From Mondays Daily News This afternoon at two o’clock the last sad rites were performed over the body of Fred Rudolph and his remains were laid away at the Evergreen Cemetery. The bier was one mass of flowers, the condolences of friends and relatives. At two o’clock the house was crowded with sorrowing friends and relatives come to pay their respects to their departed friend. The funeral sermon was preached by Justice H. Falge after which the remains were taken to the Evergreen Cemetery for interment. The pallbearers were Max Richter, Edward Schuette, Charles Hutchausen, Julins Linstedt, F. Schultz and Emil Teitgen. The Frier Saengerbund of which the deceased was a member had charge of the music. Fred Rudolph one of the best known residents of this city who has been ailing for the past month passed away at his home on South Eighth street at 6 o’clock this morning, aged 88 years. The deceased was born March 8, 1813 in the city of Arnstadt, Province of Thuringia, Germany. In 1848 he emigrated to America, and landed at Philadelphia where he resided about a year, when he came to Manitowoc in 1849. After trying farming for several years in the town of Newton, he moved to the city where he lived continuously until his death. For over thirty years he was an active business man, conducting successfully the largest liquor store in the city until 1886, when he sold out to his son. He was a progressive man constructing several store buildings at the corner of Eighth and Franklin streets. He was married in 1860 to Miss Doris Salomon sister of Ex-Gov. Edward Salomon and General Fred Salomon. Mr. Rudolph has a rugged constitution and a man of sympathetic and kind feeling. Not being blessed with children, he took unto his home the four orphan children of his brother-in-law Mr. Hottelman, who were educated and taken care of by him as his own. The youngest child, William, he legally adopted. The funeral will take place Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the house. ******** From Der Nord Westen, 08 Mar. 1900: “It was 87 years ago today that our upstanding German fellow citizen Fritz Rudolph first saw the light of day.” (Long laudatory article of praise.) ******** [cause: old age]
Frederick Gustav Rudolph
GOTTLOB RUDOLPH From Der Nord Westen, 20 July 1905: Gottlob Rudolph died late Mon. night after a long confinement with an illness which old age debility brings with it. The deceased was born 1818 in Arnstadt, Principality of Schwarzburg-Sondershausen, and came to America with his brothers Fritz and Ernst in 1848, coming to our county in 1850. The 3 brothers operated a farm in Town Newton for several years, but they didn’t understand farming and moved to the City of Manitowoc where Gottlob established a tannery which he operated for 27 yrs. He has been retired for several years. Both the above mentioned brothers preceded him in death. Mr. Rudolph is survived by his widow and 6 grown children. The funeral will be held this afternoon from the funeral home on Clark Street. ******** [bur. 07-19-1905/cause: apoplexy]
IDA RUDOLPH From Der Nord Westen, 17 Feb. 1876: Death of Ida Rudolph on Monday evening. She was the oldest daughter of Mr. G. Rudolph. She was age 9 years. Burial is scheduled for today in the afternoon.
ROBERT RUDOLPH From Der Nord Westen, 26 Jan. 1899: On Sat. Mr. Gottlob Rudolph here received a telegram from Denver stating that his son Robert had died there. The deceased was born here 14 May 1859. At one time he was a teacher here but several years ago when his illness struck he went to Denver hoping that the climate would help. He found no relief there. He leaves a widow and one child. His brother Richard Rudolph left immediately for Denver to accompany the casket here.
CATHARINE RUEDIGER From Der Nord Westen, 25 Nov. 1897: Death of Mrs. Catharine Ruediger on Mon., 22 Nov., after a long illness, in the sanitarium in Kenosha. The deceased was born 1836 in Amorbach, Bavaria, and came to Manitowoc in 1847. When grown she married Felix Ruediger, who went into the army when the war broke out, during which he became ill and had to be released but died a week after his discharge. Mrs. Ruediger then returned to Manitowoc with her children, Minnie (now Mrs. Fleischer in Chicago), Hugo and Oscar. She opened a private school here, giving instructions in handwork, and many ladies of our city have her to thank for having learned such skills. The last 8 or 9 yrs. Mrs. Ruediger traveled to Chicago to be with her children, but as her illness progressed, she was transferred to the sanitarium in Kenosha. Her oft stated wish was to have her body brought here, and so the funeral was held yesterday afternoon in the residence of Mr. Hinrichs. In addition to the above named children she is survived by one sister, Mrs. Wimpf of Manitowoc. Mr. Charles Esslinger is her uncle. ********* Mrs. Ruedinger Burried (sic) Here The funeral service of Mrs. Ruedinger was held yesterday afternoon at two o'clock at the residence of Henry Hinricks (sic). The deceased was for years resident of this city and is well known here. She came to Manitowoc in 1847 being then a child eleven years old. Her husband Felix Ruedinger after serving three years in the war was brought home sick and died in a short time leaving her with three children. She gave lessons in needle work and in German and was a leader in all kind of entertainments given by the Germans in this city. Her daughter Miss Minnie was for nine years an assistant in the Post Office, and her son Hugo was for ten or twelve years employed in the Pilot office. She had one other son, Oscar. All of her children now live in Chicago and she has of late lived with them. They were all present at the funeral. Her death occurred at the sanitarium at Kenosha where she had gone for treatment. She was brought here for burial at her own request. Mrs. Wimff, mother of Mrs. H. Hinrichs, was a sister of the deceased. (the last line with the mother and sister's name was hard to read). Manitowoc Tribune, Nov. 25 1897
J. ALFRED RUMMELE (This is about the father of J. Alfred Rummele/J. Alfred is in the third paragraph as "Alfred") Edward H. Rummele, Sr., Chief Engineer of the Milwaukee, Lake Shore & Western Railway Company, formerly Superintendent of Construction for that corporation, has been in charge of building the company's lines from the beginning of the road. Mr. Rummele is a native of Austria, born in Dornbirn, in the Tyrol, July 23, 1831. He is a son of John and Rosa (Sutter) Rummele. He was educated in his native country, taking a course of practical instruction in civil engineering under the direction of an elder brother, who was a civil engineer by profession. He also learned the machinist's trade, at which he was employed for seventeen years, six years of which time were spent in work in the shops. In 1864 he emigrated to America, coming direct to Sheboygan, where he arrived July 6 of that year. On locating in that city, Mr. Rummele engaged in mercantile business, which he continued until 1871, when he engaged with the Milwaukee, Lake Shore & Western Railway Company as Superintendent. On the 4th of September, 1865, Mr. Rummele was united in marriage at Sheboygan, with Miss Sarah Zierath, a daughter of William F. and Elizabeth Zierath. Mrs. Rummele was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and came to Sheboygan with her parents when three years of age. Mr. and Mrs. Rummele have four children, two sons and two daughters: Alfred, the eldest, who married Miss Agnes Thompson, and is a jeweler and watchmaker of Manitowoc, Wis.; Jennie; Edward H., Jr., who is engaged in the jewelry business in Sheboygan; and Hilda. The three last named are all residing at home. In 1871, Mr. Rummele entered the service of the Milwaukee, Lake Shore & Western Railway Company as engineer and Superintendent of Construction of its various lines and branches. That year he built from Sheboygan toward Milwaukee a distance of twelve miles, and from Manitowoc westward. He built to Appleton in 1873, thence to New London" in 1876, to Clintonville in the following year, and to Norrie in 1879. The next year he built the Wausau Branch to Wausau, and as far as Aniwa on the main line. In 1881 he continued it to Sunset Lake, in 1882 to a point sixty miles north, and the same year built a branch from Monica to Rhinelander. In 1883, the road was constructed to Gogebic, Mich., and the following year three miles west of Hurley, Wis. They also graded from Ashland east twenty-three miles, and on June 15, 1885, connected the tracks at Cadar. About the same time they built several spur branches, and in 1887 completed the line to the northern terminus at Ashland. In 1889, the road was extended from Rhinelander northwest toward Hurley, a distance of twenty-eight miles, being completed the next year to Hurley, a total distance of seventy-four miles. A delay of about a year was caused by a difficulty in securing the right of way across Indian reservations. In 1891, the road was extended from Wausau to Marshfield, forty-one miles distant. From Watersmeet, Mich., the company constructed a branch northward several miles, as an outlet to a number of sawmills in that lumber region. Including sidetracks, this company has a total of seven hundred and eighty-seven miles of track, the greater part of which has been built under the direction of Mr. Rummele, who began with them in 1871 as Superintendent, and since October 1, 1885, has held the responsible position of Chief Engineer. The building of this line, with its several branches, has opened up to settlement and made tributary to Milwaukee a large area rich in lumber and minerals, and possessing many thousands of acres of valuable agricultural lands. Many important towns have come into existence in consequence of the building of the road, and consequently much employment has been furnished to laborers, and many comfortable homes established. Sheboygan has derived much benefit, not only from a rail communication with Milwaukee, but from a market northward and westward, and the opening of communication with the great lumber and timber regions, from which a large supply of raw material is derived, with which to feed her many important factories. From the foregoing it will be seen that Mr. Rummele has led an active and useful life, and has aided materially in the upbuilding and development of not only Sheboygan, but of many other towns and a wide region of country. He is a man possessed of superior ability and large experience in his profession, and of good executive ability in the discharge of important duties. That he has proven himself capable and faithful, is shown by his long retention in the responsible position he holds. Socially, Mr. Rummele is a member of Sheboygan Lodge No. 13, I. O. O. F., and of Oak Council No. 502, R. A. He is a man who enjoys in a marked degree, the confidence and respect of his fellow-citizens, as well as of a wide circle of friends and acquaintances throughout this State and Michigan. ********** Since the above was written, a sad accident resulting in the death of Mr. Rummele occurred, an account of which is taken from the Sheboygan Daily Journal; "E. H. Rummele, late Chief Engineer of the Lake Shore Road, met his death at Parrish, Saturday, September 2, 1893, in a heroic attempt to save the life of a child. "Mr. Rummele was a member of a party of officials who were making an inspection of the Milwaukee, Lake Shore & Western Road, now known as the Ashland Division of the Chicago & Northwestern. The special train was at Parrish, one hundred and ninety-two miles north of Sheboygan, on a small branch of the road. The train was there slowly backing up on a side-track, when two children were seen playing on the track. All the officials were standing on the back platform, and they called to the children. One of them got up and ran toward the slowly approaching train. Mr. Rummele, regardless of danger, jumped from the platform, and in some unaccountable manner struck on his head. The train ran several feet further, passing over him, but the child was saved without injury. "The nearest surgeon was at Antigo, forty-five miles away. The injured man was taken to Summit Lake, where the doctor was brought by special train. But the injuries were so severe that he died several moments after the arrival of the physician. "His wife and children were informed of the sad accident, and were stricken with grief upon receiving the news of his death. The remains were at once brought to this city, arriving here at four o'clock yesterday morning. "He had been in the service of the Lake Shore Road for many years, was well known all along the line, and greatly esteemed as an engineer of ability and a man of high character." Source: "Portrait and Biographical Record - Published 1894 by Excelsior Publishing Co., Chicago" Pages 684 - 686
KARL RUMPEL From Der Nord Westen, 02 Aug. 1900: Death on Tues. of Carl Rumpel at the home of his son-in-law John F. Dumke. The deceased was born in 1837 in Germany and came to America as a 15-yr. old boy. He was a resident of Town Kossuth for many years. His funeral will take place this afternoon.
WILHELMINE RUNGE Name: Runge, Wilhelmine D.: 11/3/1878 B.: Reg. D.: 12/2/1878 Sex: F/W Age at Death: B.P.: Germany D.P.: Mtwc. Cem.: Mtwc. Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. R. Pieper Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: v.1 p.280 *************** [Mrs. William Range Rank/bur. 11-04-1878] [It is believed this is Wilhelmine Runge/burial register has Buried the wife of Wm. Ranye (Range??) free ground $2.50/I think someone was unsure if it was Range or supposed to be Rank so they put both in.]
HERBERT RUPPENTHAL From Der Nord Westen, 12 Mar. 1903: A small son of Alvin Ruppenthal, who resides on the corner of Hamilton and 18th Street, died a few days ago after a short illness with pneumonia. The burial was Tuesday.
CAROLINA RUSBOLDT From Der Nord Westen, 25 Oct. 1900: Death Fri., following a long illness, of 65-yr. old Mrs. Rusboldt, an old resident of our city. The deceased is survived by her husband and 7 grown children. The funeral took place Sun.
FREDERICKA RUSBOLDT From Der Nord Westen, 10 Sept. 1896: Death last Fri. here in Manitowoc, of Mrs. Friederike Rusbolt, of a heart condition. She was born 22 July 1838 in Kleinpiritz, Mecklenburg-Schwerin, and is survived by one son and 3 daughters. Her husband had died sometime ago. She had come to Manitowoc about 30 yrs. ago and has lived here ever since. The funeral was Mon. at the city cemetery.
MARTIN RUSBOLDT From Der Nord Westen, 29 Sept. 1892: Death on Mon. morning of 58 yr. old Martin Rusboldt of stomach cancer. He is survived by his widow, one son and 2 daughters. The funeral will take place this afternoon at the city cemetery.
MARY RUSCH Mrs. Albert Rusch, 76, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening after a lingering illness at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Siewert, with whom she had been residing the past 20 years. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. T.F. Uetzmann officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. The former Mary Beyer was born Jan. 31, 1888, in Germany, daughter of the late Robert and Elnora Schoen Beyer. She came to this country with her parents at the age of 8. She was married to Albert Rusch May 8, 1913 at Seymour, Wis. They located at Seymour until 1917 when they came to Manitowoc. Mr. Rusch died in 1944. Surviving are a son, S/Sgt. Milton Rusch of Fort Hood, Texas; a daughter, Mrs. Edward Siewert of Rt. 4, Manitowoc; a brother, Ernest Beyer of Seymour; a sister, Mrs. Ida Hussong of Oconto; seven grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Tuesday and until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and from 11 a.m. until the hour of service at the church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 10, 1964 P. 15 ********* [d. 2-9-1964/age 76 yrs./widow of Albert C. Rusch/place of death: Newton, WI.]
ULRIKE RUSCH From Der Nord Westen, 04 July 1889: Death on Mon. of Ulrike Rusch, age about 50. Burial will take place this afternoon (Wed.) in the City Cemetery.
FRANK A. RUSSELL Frank A. Russell, 66, of 614A Chicago St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at the family residence. Funeral servies will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside military services will be accorded by the V.F.W. Otto Oas Post 659. Mr. Russell was born Oct. 24, 1904, at Cascade, Iowa, son of the late Llewellyn and Augusta Spiegel Russell. He moved to Manitowoc in 1917 and had been employed at Manitowoc Engineering Co. for 30 years, retiring in 1967. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of V.F.W. and American Legion Posts of Manitowoc. Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Grace Brown, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Pansy Newman, of Nortonville, Kans., and nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Monday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. July 19, 1971 ******** [Frank Artemus Russell/d. 07-15-1971/age 66 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Lew Russell lot] (24 Oct 1904/Jul 1971/SSDI)
E.J. RUSTERHOLZ, REV. (ERNEST) From Der Nord Westen, 28 July 1904: Pastor J. Rusterholz, former minister in the local Reformed Church, but resident in Green Bay for the last several years, died there Sun. at age 32 following a short illness. The deceased was a son-in-law of Henry Esch here. He is survived by his widow and 2 children. The body was brought here and laid to rest yesterday afternoon. ******* [cause: consumption]
HEINRICH RUSTERHOLZ, REV. From Der Nord Westen, 22 Aug. 1901: Death in Elk Rapids, Mich., on Sun. of Pastor Heinrich Rusteholz, former minister of the local Reformed Church, at age 55 of stomach cancer. His body was brought here and buried yesterday in the city cemetery. He is survived by his widow and 2 children. ******* [cause: cancer of the stomach]
DOROTHEA RUTHERFORD MOTHER OF 2 DROWNS SELF Death of Mrs. George Rutherford Is Termed Suicide. Mrs. George Rutherford, 29, of 719 North Fifth street, mother of two children, took her own life last night by jumping into the inner harbor from the northside pier. Coroner Gerald Rau, who pronounced her death a suicide, said that she had been ill and mentally upset for some time. Mrs. Rutherford's body was found by the Two Rivers coast guard at 12:10 last night, about four hours after John Hahn, first assistant lighthouse keeper, found her fur coat and scarf on the pier. She was last seen at about 7 p.m. Hahn, on his way to the lighthouse to go on duty, found Mrs. Rutherford's coat and scarf directly north of the last pile on the southside of the pier, about a quarter of the way out on the pier. He called police. Sergt. Walter Herman and Officer Milton Larson brought the coat to the police station and summoned the coast guard after Mr. Rutherford went to the station and identified his wife's coat shortly before 11 o'clock. The coast guard arrived at 11:40 and commenced dragging for the body immediately. Coastguardsmen J. J. Chehanski and Ronald C. Oldenburg located the body and recovered it. Coroner Rau arrived at 12:50. Mrs. Rutherford, nee Dorothy Brietzman, was born in Menasha on October 20, 1907. She came to Manitowoc with her parents as a child. In June, 1926, she was married to George Rutherfod. She was a member of the Sacred Heart church. Survivors, besides the widower, include two sons, (private); her mother, Mrs. Martin Frakes, Menasha; a brother, Norman Brietzman, Menasha; and a sister, Mrs. Bernice Ronsvold, Racine. Funeral services are to be arranged and announced later. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 22, 1936 P. 2 ******** [bur. 12-24-1936/age 29 yrs/suicide by drowning/while insane/ bur. on Perry & Minnie Rutherford lot]
FRANK RYAN From Der Nord Westen, 24 May 1900: Death Thurs. of Frank Ryan, 12-yr. old son of Wash. St. resident widow Ryan. The burial took place Sat. morning. ****** From Der Nord Westen, 24 May 1900: A collection, which reached the sum of $125, was started for widow Ryan whose child died last week.
JOHN RYAN From Der Nord Westen, 10 Dec. 1891: Death of 34 yr. old James Ryan on Thurs. of last week. He is survived by his widow and 4 small children, and was buried Sat. ******** [burial register has John Ryan, male, age 37.5, married, born in Wisconsin, cause of death: typhoid fever/bur. 12-05-1891 (Saturday)
PATRICIA A. RYDZEWSKI Miss Patricia Rydzewski, 19, of 702 MacArthur Dr., Manitowoc, died Saturday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Miss Rydzewski was born May 25, 1953, at Manitowoc, daughter of Gerald and Helen Klein Rydzewski. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School in the class of 1971. She was presently attending Lakeshore Techical School, Manitowoc, and was employed part time at ABC Supermarket, Manitowoc. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 o'clock this Monday evening where a Memorial service will be held at 8 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. March 19 1973 ************ [d. 03-17-1973/age 19 yrs./dau. of Gerald J. and Helen M. Rydzewski] (21 May 1953/Mar 1973/SSDI)
