BABY SCHMIDTMAN    (d. 1894)

Schmittmann  (sic)
birth: 14 December 1894 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 14 December 1894 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Emiel Schmittmann
mother: Ida Hever
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


DOROTHEA SCHMIDTMAN

DEATH CLOSES LONG USEFUL LIFE OF MRS. SCHMIDTMAN, SR.
PIONEER RESIDENT, THOUGH 78 YEARS OF AGE, 
HAD BEEN ILL COMPARATIVELY SHORT TIME WHEN SUMMONS CAME TO HER
Solicitous until the very end for the comfort and welfare of those around 
her, Mrs. Theo. Schmidtman, Sr., peacefully passed away this morning after 
an illness of comparatively brief duration, closing at 78 years, a long life 
of devotion and sacrifice. Mrs. Schmidtman, besides her husband, and an only 
brother, Burgermeister Theodor Stichtenothe of Hedemunden-on-the-Werra, 
Germany, is survived by five children, Mrs. Louis Shirmeyer, Two Rivers, Mrs. 
Herman F. Geisler, Sheboygan; Mrs. Wm. F. Raetz, Theodor Schmidtman, Jr., and 
John C. Schmidtman of this city and eight grandchildren. Another son, Emil 
Schmidtman, father of Harvey, Emil and Gertrude, died in 1908. 
Mrs. Theodor Schmidtman, Sr., nee Dorothea Stichtenothe was born July 7, 1837 
in Hedenmunden on the Werra, the romantic valley of the base of the Hurtzwald 
immortalized by the poet Baumbach. The pottery operated by Mrs. Schmidtman’s 
maternal grandfather is conducted by descendants of the family to this day. 
Married in the ancient Marien Kirche in Gottingen, April 22nd, 1862, Mrs. 
Schmidtman with her husband, within a month sailed from Bremen for the much 
advertised land of promise across the sea, landing in New York after a voyage 
of six weeks. After a brief visit with relatives in New York they left for 
Milwaukee, the end of the railway line and thence by boat to Manitowoc. 
The transition from the settled and established community life of Hedenmunden 
to a new community scarcely two decades old, with all the ferment of frontier 
life, total strangers amid new faces, customs and new social order was a trial 
to the courage and resources of the young couple. The story of the working out 
of their destiny in the new world is the familiar story of the newcomers of 
this period. Mrs. Schmidtman reared and educated a family of six children and 
the story of her life is the simple story of her unselfish devotion to their 
family, of self sacrifice inexhaustible. Almost to the day of her death, Mrs. 
Schmidtman helped and counseled in the affairs of her children and grandchildren. 
Three years ago Mr. and Mrs. Schmidtman celebrated their golden wedding. Until 
a few weeks ago her health and facilities were unimpeded. The funeral will be 
Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the residence at Huron and North Ninth streets.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, June 11, 1915, Page 1
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Mr. and Mrs. George Heller, Sr., of Sheboygan who were in the city yesterday 
attending the funeral of Mrs. Theodore Schmidtman, Sr., returned this morning. 
Rev. H.J. Buckingham, assistant to Bishop Fallows of Chicago and Emil J. 
Schmidtmann were in Manitowoc yesterday to attend the funeral of Mrs. Theo 
Schmidtmann, Sr., returning to Chicago this morning. Herman F. Geisler came 
up from Sheboygan yesterday to attend the funeral of Mrs. Geisler’s mother, 
Mrs. Theo. Schmidtmann, Sr.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, June 15, 1915, Page 3
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[Dorothea Schmidtman/bur. 13 June 1915/cause: arteros colisosis/
bur. on Theodore Schmidtman lot]


EDWIN SCHMIDTMAN

Edwin Schmidtmann(sic), 62, of 1250 S. 32nd St., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 pm 
Saturday at First Baptist Church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Harvey Rakow 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Schmidtmann was born Nov. 6, 1898, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late 
Carl and Marie Ewald Schmidtmann. He farmed the homestead property until 1940 
and then was employed at Rockwood Lime Co. In 1943 he came to Manitowoc and was 
employed by Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., leaving in 1946 to operate a shoe repair 
shop. He married Lucille Knetsch at Wausau June 14, 1930. He was a member of 
First Baptist Church and the Men's Brotherhood of the church.
Surviving are his wife; a daughter, Miss Carol Mae Schmidtmann of Manitowoc; 
three sons, Eugene and Roland of Manitowoc and Norman of Two Rivers; a brother, 
Herbert of Two Rivers and two grandchildren. Several sisters preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 pm Friday until 10:30 
am Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie 
in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Oct. 6, 1960 page T7
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[d. 10-06-1960/age 62 yrs.]


ELSIE SCHMIDTMAN

Mrs. Harvey Schmidtman, 81, of 944 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, died 
Tuesday evening at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Phipps Memorial Chapel 
of First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will 
officiate and cremation will follow.
Mrs. Schmidtman, nee Elsie Kiel, was born June 28, 1893, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Christian and Emma Pitz Kiel. She attended Manitowoc 
schools. She was married to Harvey Schmidtman Nov. 20, 1921, at Manitowoc, 
residing at Manitowoc. She was employed as office clerk at Manitowoc 
Shipbuilding Inc., from 1941 to 1946. She was former president of Board 
of Women Deaconess of First Presbyterian Church of which she was a member. 
Mr. and Mrs. Schmidtman celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 
1971.
Survivors include her husband and a son, (private), of Manitowoc and 
nieces and nephews. Three sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 9 o'clock 
this Wednesday evening until noon Thursday and then at the chapel until 
the time of service. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church.
Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday, November 20, 1974 P.22
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[d. 11-19-1974/age 81 yrs./cremains/wife of Harvey Schmidtman]
(28 Jun 1892/Nov 1974/SSDI)
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Married
Miss Elsie Kiel, North Eighteenth Street, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles 
Kiel and Mr. Harvey Schmidtman, son of Mrs. E. J. Schmidtman, were married 
Monday morning at the Presbyterian manse. The ceremony was performed by Rev. 
Axtell. The bride and groom are popular young people. Mr. Schmidtman is a 
banker, being assistant cashier at the American Exchange Bank. The bride has 
until of late been employed at the Invincible Metal Furniture company.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 25, 1920


EMIL SCHMIDTMAN    (d. 1908)

Death Tuesday of 43-year old Emil Schmidtmann who formerly ran a store on
the corner of Washington and 14th Streets but had to give it up many years 
ago for reasons of health. The deceased was born 22 January 1865, the son 
of Theodor Schmidtmann, Sr., and is survived by his widow and 3 children. 
The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 05 Nov. 1908
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FORMER MERCHANT DEAD
E.J. Schmidtman, Business Man of City for Years, Dead, Aged 43
Emil J. Schmidtman, 43, a well known merchant of the city, conducting a general 
store at Washington and Fourteenth Street, is dead, aged 43 years, death being 
due to a brain affliction from which he had been a sufferer for years. Mr. 
Schmidtman, who is a brother of Theo and John Schmidtman of the Schmidtman Sons 
Co., is survived by a widow and three children, Gertrude, Harvey and Emil., 
Harvey now being a patient at the hospital as result of a fall from the roof of 
the opera house in which he had a miraculous escape from death. The funeral will 
be held from the family home on Marshall Street Friday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Nov. 3, 1908

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(Order to hear petition for administration.)
STATE OF WISCONSIN-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT-In Probate.
In the Matter of the Estate of Emil J. Schmidtman, Deceased, intestate.
On reading and filing the petition of Ida Schmidtman, of city of Manitowoc, in said county, representing among other things that Emil J. Schmidtman an inhabitant of said county, on the 3rd day of November A.D. 1908, at city of Manitowoc died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Ida Schmidtman granted.
IT IS ORDERED, that said petition be heard at a special term of said County Court to be held on Tuesday, the 8th day of December A.D. 1908, 10 o'clock A.M., at the office of the County Judge, in the city of Manitowoc, in said county.
ORDERED FURTHER, that notice of the time and place so appointed, be given to all persons interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc city in said County.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 11th day of November, A.D. 1908.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, November 26, 1908 P. 4

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[bur. 11-06-1908/cause: cerebral softening]


EMIL J. SCHMIDTMAN    (d. 1982)

Emil J. Schmidtman, 89, of 510 Oak St., Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, July 4, 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc, with cremation having taken place prior to services.
Mr. Schmidtman was born April 28, 1893, at Manitowoc, son of the late Emil J. and 
Ida Hoyer Schmidtman. He attended schools at Manitowoc, and was graduated from 
Westside High School with the class of 1910. He attended Chicago Art Institute, 
Chicago, and Lawrence College, Appleton. He married Nora Bronson, June 6, 1929, 
at West Allis. The couple moved to Manitowoc to make their home. Mr. Schmidtman 
was affiliated with Schmidtman Company for the past 60 years, being president. 
He presently was chairman of the board. He was a member of First Lutheran Church, 
the Rotary Club, Elks Lodge No. 687, Masonic Lodge No. 65 F. and A.M., and was a 
32nd Degree Mason. He was also a World War I veteran.
Survivors include his wife, Nora; a son, Jon Schmidtman of Monterey, Calif.; a 
daughter and son-in-law, Jodelle and Richard Crosset of Cincinnati, Ohio; a sister, 
Mrs. Adolph (Gertrude) Gesell of Manitowoc; three grandchildren, nieces and nephews. 
He was preceded in death by a brother, Harvey Schmidtman in 1980.
Friends may call at First Lutheran Church Lounge, Wednesday from 12:30 p.m. until 
the time of services. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. Memorials may 
be made to First Lutheran Church, Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children, or the 
donor's choice. Jens Funeral Home and Crematory, Manitowoc, is in charge of 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 6, 1982 P. 3
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[cremains]
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Miss Nora Bronson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hans Bronson, Chetek, Wis., and 
Emil J. Schmidtman, son of Mrs. Ida Schmidtman of this city were married Thursday 
morning at West Allis, Wis., at the parsonage of the Rev. Paul Lewis, who was 
formerly pastor of the St. Paul M.E. church of this city.
Mr. and Mrs. Schmidtmman departed on a wedding trip after the ceremony. The bride 
has been a resident of this city for the past six years, having been a teacher in 
the Madison Junior high school. She is a graduate of the Eau Claire State Teacher's 
college and has made a host of friends during her residence here. The groom is 
Vice President and a director of the Schmidtman Co., Jay Street and is engaged in 
opening up new territory for the company in southern Wisconsin. Mr. and Mrs. 
Schmidtman will be at home after August 1 at 619 North Sixth Street.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 13, 1929


HARVEY T. SCHMIDTMAN

Harvey T. Schmidtman, 89, formerly of 944 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, a resident 
of Park Lawn Home, died Thursday morning, Aug. 14, at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Private family funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Jens Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Alfred Klumb will officiate, cremation will follow and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidtman was born May 22, 1891, at Manitowoc, son of the late Theodore and 
Ida Hoyer Schmidtman. He attended Manitowoc schools and entered the armed forces 
during World War I, serving in France from May 25, 1918 to May 14, 1919. He 
married Elsie Kiel Nov. 20, 1921, at Manitowoc. The couple resided in Manitowoc 
all their lives and she preceded him in death in 1974. He had been a salesman 
for Schmidtman Company from 1945 until his retirment in 1963.
Survivors include a son, Richard Schmidtman, a brother, Emil Schmidtman and a 
sister, Mrs. Adolph (Gertude) Gesell of Manitowoc and nieces and nephews.
There will be no Friday evening visitation at the funeral home. Memorials may be 
made to the Salvation Army.
Herald Times Reporter, August 14, 1980 P.3
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[cremains/bur. on Elsie Kiel Laura Kiel Peterson and Martha Kiel Eberhardt lot]
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ESCAPES DEATH IN 40 FOOT FALL
Harvey Schmidtman Has Miraculous Escape From Horrible Death
FALLS FROM ROOF OF N.S.OPERA HOUSE, MAY DIE
Falling forty feet from the roof of the North Side Opera House, upon which he 
was at work as a tinner for the Rathsack Company, Harvey Schmidtman, a West 
Side boy of 17, miraculously escaped instant death and sustained injuries which 
may prove fatal. Schmidtman suffered the fracture of several ribs, his collarbone 
was broken and the entire upper portion of his body was bruised and it is feared 
that internal injuries may be serious, the extent of internal hurts not having 
been determined.
Young Schmidtman, who had been employed by the Rathsack Company since the contract 
on the opera house roof was started was at work about midway on the roof which 
runs to a sharp peak and cleats had been placed on the roof to afford a footing 
for the workmen. Schmidtman wanted to change the cleat to a point higher up and 
was warned of the danger and told to place a new cleat before attempting to remove 
the one in use but had nailed only a small board for his support and when this gave 
way he was carried downward, striking the cleat and tearing it away. It was this 
which caused the accident.
Schmidtman's escape from horrible and instant death was miraculous. On the ground, 
within a few feet of the building are a number of heavy stones used by the Nespor 
Marble Works, whose shops are adjacent to the opera house. In falling, Schmidtman 
landed among these stones and was in danger of being impaled on one of them. 
Fortunately, the boy fell between two of the stones, grazing one which, however, 
he struck with sufficient force to move the heavy weight fully an inch out of place. 
It was contact with the stone which caused the facture of the collar bone.
Conscious when reached by workmen and by-standers, the injured lad was given every 
attention and the ambulance was summoned and he was removed to the hospital. The 
distance from the roof to the ground is 34 feet and Schmidtman was eight or ten 
feet from the edge of the roof when he fell, making the fall forty feet or more. 
The boy fell with terrible force as result of the momentum which was given his body 
by the smooth surface of the tin roof and that death was not instantaneous is a 
wonder.
The injured boy, who was reported resting well today, is the oldest son of Mrs. Emil 
Schmidtman, Marshall street and is a bright lad. He graduated with the class of 1908 
at the West Side High School and since that time had been employed to help his mother 
who has suffered a number of misfortunes in late years. Unless the internal hurts 
are more serious than now thought, Schmidtman may recover. Dr. C. M. Gleason is 
attending him.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sat., Oct. 10, 1908
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Harvey Schmidtman, the boy whose life was despaired of when he fell from the opera 
house roof returned to his home from the hospital today, fully recovered except for 
the loss of a finger which had to be amputated after it had been set for a break. 
The finger did not knit properly and gangrene set in so that it had to be taken off.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., Nov. 5, 1908 
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Married
Miss Elsie Kiel, North Eighteenth Street, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles 
Kiel and Mr. Harvey Schmidtman, son of Mrs. E. J. Schmidtman, were married 
Monday morning at the Presbyterian manse. The ceremony was performed by Rev. 
Axtell. The bride and groom are popular young people. Mr. Schmidtman is a 
banker, being assistant cashier at the American Exchange Bank. The bride has 
until of late been employed at the Invincible Metal Furniture company.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 25, 1920


IDA SCHMIDTMAN

Funeral services for Mrs. Ida Schmidtman, 99, who lived with her son-in-law and 
daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Gesell of 927 N. 13th St., Manitowoc, and who died 
Wednesday afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, where she was a patient two 
days, will be at 2 pm Friday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Vernon 
Anderson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Schmidtman, the former Ida Hoyer, was born Jan. 2, 1867, daughter of the 
late Joseph and Anna Schultz Hoyer. She attended public schools at Manitowoc and 
Clarks Mills where her family moved when she was a child. She was married to 
Emil J. Schmidtman Dec. 12, 1899 in Manitowoc. He was proprietor of a general 
store at 14th and Washington streets, Manitowoc. He died in 1908. Mrs. Schmidtman 
was a member of the Order of Eastern Star 196.
Survivors are two sons, Emil and Harvey, and a daughter, Mrs. Gesell of Manitowoc; 
five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Two sisters and three brothers 
preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home where at 7:30 o'clock 
this Thursday evening the OES will conduct memorial services. A memorial has been 
established in her memory.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., March 17, 1966 page T9
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[d. 3-16-1966/age 99 yrs/widow of Emil J. Schmidtman]


LUCILLE SCHMIDTMAN

Mrs. Edwin Schmidtmann(sic), 57, of 1250 S. 32nd St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she was a patient nine days. Funeral 
services will be at 1 pm Monday at First Baptist Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Harvey Rakow will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmidtmann, the former Lucille Knetsch, was born April 19, 1908 at Wausau, 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Knetsch. She attended Wausau schools 
and was married to Mr. Schmidtmann June 14, 1930 at Wausau and the couple located 
at Manitowoc. He died in 1950. She was a member of First Baptist Church.
Surviving are a daughter, Miss Carol Mae, at home; three sons, Eugene and Roland, 
at home and Norman of Two Rivers and three grandchildren. Two sisters preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 pm Sunday until 11 am 
Monday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., April 16, 1966 page M13
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[d. 4-15-1966/age 57 yrs/widow of Edwin Schmidtman]
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From our Files - 25 Years ago - 1905  
Tuesday evening at the home of the bride's mother in Wausau, Miss Mayme Evelyn 
Bump was married to John C. Schmidtman of this city, Prof.  R. Pieper, president 
of Concordia College, Springfield, Ill., a friend of the Schmidtman family, 
performed the ceremony. The wedding was a quiet affair, only a few relatives and 
friends being present. The contracting parties were not attended. The couple 
departed for Lake George where they will spend their honeymoon. Upon their return, 
they will take up their residence in this city.  Both Mr. Schmidtman and his bride 
graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1898. The latter is the daughter of 
the late E. L. Bump, who was a lawyer of state wide reputation. She is an estimable 
young lady. Mr. Schmidtman is associated in the business of Schmidtman & Sons Co.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 24, 1930


NORA B. SCHMIDTMAN

Mrs. Nora B. Schmidtman, 88, of 510 Oak St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, April 3, 
at her residence.
Memorial services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate. Cremation will have taken place with burial 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmidtman was born Oct 26, 1894, at Shetek, Wis. She attended schools at 
Shetek and later attended Eau Claire Teachers College graduating with a degree in 
principal and teaching. She supervised rural schools in Barron County. She came to 
Manitowoc and taught school at the old Madison Junior High School until she was 
married to Emil Schmidtman, June 6, 1929, at West Allis. The couple returned to 
Manitowoc to make their home. Mrs. Schmidtman was a member of First Lutheran Church, 
Ladies Guild and Order of Eastern Star No. 196.
Survivors include a son, John Schmidtman of Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, 
Jodelle and Richard Crosset of Cincinnati, Ohio, three grandchildren, nieces and 
nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, two brothers and four sisters.
Friends may call at First Lutheran Church Lounge, Wednesday from 1 p.m. until the 
time of services. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. Memorials may be 
made to First Lutheran Church or the charity of the donor's choice. Jens Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 5, 1983 P. 3
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[cremains/widow of Emil Schmidtman]
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Miss Nora Bronson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hans Bronson, Chetek, Wis., and 
Emil J. Schmidtman, son of Mrs. Ida Schmidtman of this city were married Thursday 
morning at West Allis, Wis., at the parsonage of the Rev. Paul Lewis, who was 
formerly pastor of the St. Paul M.E. church of this city.
Mr. and Mrs. Schmidtmman departed on a wedding trip after the ceremony. The bride 
has been a resident of this city for the past six years, having been a teacher in 
the Madison Junior high school. She is a graduate of the Eau Claire State Teacher's 
college and has made a host of friends during her residence here. The groom is 
Vice President and a director of the Schmidtman Co., Jay Street and is engaged in 
opening up new territory for the company in southern Wisconsin. Mr. and Mrs. 
Schmidtman will be at home after August 1 at 619 North Sixth Street.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 13, 1929


THEODORE SCHMIDTMAN

AT 82 RECALLS STORY OF CITY'S GREAT GROWTH
Theodore Schmidtman, Sr., pioneer resident of the city, who has 
enjoyed the privilege of seeing the city grow from a small hamlet 
of just a few hardy souls to an important lake port city, yesterday 
celebrated his eighty-second birthday anniversary. He is still hale, 
hearty and active and enjoyed the party given in honor of the event 
as much as any of the participants.
Theodore Schmidtman, Sr., came to Manitowoc July 5, 1862, nearly 
sixty years ago. There was no harbor here, a bar formed across the 
mouth of the river, there were no railroads north of Milwaukee and 
this was one of the outposts of civilization. He came as the result 
of a trip through America made by an uncle in 1846, who pictured, 
on his return to Germany, a land flowing with milk, honey and gold. 
The uncle had made a purchase of a section of land in what is now 
the Town of Kossuth at $1.25 per acre and his tale of conditions 
here decided the elder Schmidtman to come to the new country.
He came from a family of millers and came here to assist in building 
mills, being connected with the construction of mills at Millhome, 
Kiel, Tisch Mills, Rockwell, Centerville, Manitowoc Rapids 
(remainder of sentence unreadable).
In 1883 he was persuaded to go into business by William Croll, father 
of S.D. Croll, and retired in 1889. In 1912 Mr. and Mrs. Schmidtman 
celebrated their golden wedding, death of Mrs. Schmidtman following 
shortly after this event. Since the death of his wife Mr. Schmidtman 
has made his home with his daughter, Mrs. William Raetz.
Manitowoc Hearld News, Saturday, November 26, 1921 P.4
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EARLY DAY BOATS MODELED BY T. SCHMIDTMANN, SR.,(sic) 
WHO WAS ALSO PIONEER MILLWRIGHT OF COUNTY
Advised of her father's death at Annapolis, Md., yesterday, Mrs. 
William Raetz is en route home and will arrive this evening when 
funeral arangements for burial of the late Theodore Schmidtmann, Sr., 
will be completed and announced. 
Mr. and Mrs. Raetz attended the graduation exercises of the U.S. 
naval academy where Ted Schirmeyer was a member of the class, 
yesterday morning.
There is a color of romance about the departure of Mr. Schmidtmann 
from Germany to the United States, for the voyage was a honeymoon 
trip for the young man of 23 and his bride, Dorothea Stichten???, 
whom he had married less than four weeks before, April 22, 1862. He 
had been induced to come to Manitowoc by an uncle, Karl Schmidtmann, 
who had come to territorial Wisconsin in 1816 and purchased a section 
in the town of Kossuth. Knowing that his young nephew was not only a 
skilled craftsman in furniture but understood mill construction, he 
urged upon him the possibilities of water power development.
Early Day Millwright.
There was no railroad north of Milwaukee and the final leg of the 
journey was by steamer to Manitowoc, which the young people reached 
July 5, 1862. Up to 1847 every pound of flour in this section was 
obtained from Milwaukee and Green Bay and mill building took its place 
with ship building and lumber as one of the early industries. Both Mr. 
Schmidtmann's father and grandfather operated flour mills in Germany 
and when his knowledge of the business became known there was demand 
for his service. With E. Schaffland, who operated the Rapids mill, he 
built the mill at Millhome in 1964. Practically all of the equipment 
in the early mills was constructed locally, the iron and steel coming 
from the machine shop of August Dumke, with whom Mr. Schmidtmann co-
operated. Mills were built at Tisch Mills, Rockville, Kiel, and even 
after he opened a book and stationery store in 1883, he was called 
upon to help install the conveyors, elevators and rollers of the mill 
at Centerville. He was also employed in the construction of the old 
Truman and Wahl mill, another by the father of Charles Gruhle on the 
site of the Glenn Inn, as well as the present Oriental mill.
Modeled Many Ships.
For many years he was employed in the various local shipyards. He had 
learned the funiture craft, he was asked to make the small working 
models used in shipbuilding and many of the early ships and steamers 
were built in miniature by him including the Goodrich sidewheel 
steamers Sheboygan, Chicago, Muskegon, Corona and the tug Arctic.
Mr. Schmidtmann was a quiet, kindly disposition. For sixty-five years 
he was an active member of the Evangelical Lutheran church and helped 
to build the edifice at South Eighth and Marshall steets. In the early 
days he frequently read the service in the absence of the pastor and 
for many years was an elder. He helped organize the very successful 
mutual fire insurance company, maintained by members of the 
congregation.
In 1899 he retired from business. In 1912 Mr. and Mrs. Schmidtmann 
celebrated their golden wedding. Since the death of his wife in 1915, 
he has made his home with his youngest daughter, Mrs. William Raetz, 
at North Ninth and Huron streets.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, June 3, 1927 P.1
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[Theodore Schmidtman Sr./bur. 6-6-1927/cause: cardiac decompensation]
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HALF CENTURY MARRIED LIFE
Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Schmidtman Celebrate Golden Wedding
Fifty years ago today in the city of Goettingem, Germany, Theodore Schmidtman 
and Miss Dora Thea Stichtenoth were married. Today, surrounded by their children 
and grandchildren, Mr. and Mrs. Schmidtman are celebrating their golden wedding 
at their home, corner of Huron and Ninth Streets. The couple are among the best 
known people of this city.
A month after their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Schmidtman embarked at Bremmen, Germany 
for America and after five week's journey landed at New York. By rail, they went 
to Milwaukee and then to Manitowoc, the greater part of the 80 miles by foot. The 
Schmidtmans came here because of peculiar conditions. An uncle of Mr. Schmidtman 
had been here a few years before in 1846 and having found fertile soil in the 
village of Kossuth wished to establish a mill there. He knew of no one better 
acquainted with milling than his nephew, Theo Schmidtman and sent for him. Mr. 
Schmidtman responded to the call and came, his knowledge of installing milling 
machinery has resulted in his putting in many of the miller's plants throughout 
the county, including those at Rockland Tisch Mills, Centerville and the Oriental, 
Wahl and Truhman mills in this city.
In 1883, Mr. Schmidtman with his son, Theodore Jr., established a retail book and 
stationary store. Later the company became wholesalers and Theodore Sr. sold his 
share to his son, John. The company is still known as the Theodore Schmidtman Sons 
Co. Those at the family home for the celebration today are: Mrs. Louis Shiremeyer, 
Two Rivers, Mrs. H. F. Geisler, Sheboygan; Theodore Jr., John and Mrs. W. F. Raetz 
with their families of this city. There are several grandchildren: Harvey, Emil and 
Gertrude Schmidtman; Theo Shirmeyer, Genie Schmidtman and John Schmidtman Jr. Mr. 
and Mrs. Schmidtman Sr. are both 73 years old. An unique feature of the celebration 
today was the reading of a poem by Miss Emilie Richter.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Apr. 22, 1912


EUGENE P. SCHMIDTMANN

Eugene P. Schmidtmann, age 76, of 929 S. 31st St., Manitowoc, died on Monday, 
Jan. 11, 2010, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Eugene was born on Jan. 28, 1933, to the late Edwin and Lucille (Knetsch) 
Schmidtmann. He was employed at Globe and Normington Laundries and Lakeside 
Canning Factory until his retirement in 1993.
He is survived by one sister: Carol Schmidtmann; two brothers and one sister-
in-law: Roland Schmidtmann, Manitowoc, and Norman and Anna Mae Schmidtmann, 
Two Rivers. Nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews also survive.
Cremation has taken place. The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting 
the Schmidtmann family.,
A special thank you is sent to Eugene's sister Carol who lovingly cared for her 
brother throughout the years.
Herald Times Reporter, January 14, 2010  P. A3


TWIN GIRLS OF JOHN SCHMIDTMANN

From Der Nord Westen, 05 Mar. 1908: 
Twins, 2 girls, who were born Sunday to the 
family of John Schmidtmann, died Monday.
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[bur. 03-02-1908/cause: premature birth]


JOHN C. SCHMIDTMANN    (d. 1936)

John C. Schmidtmann Ends Life By Shooting 
Manitowoc Member of State Personnel Board Puts Bullet Through Head at 
Madison Home.; Ill Health and Despondency Blamed by Coroner
John C. Schmidtmann, 59, of this city, member of the state personnel board and 
former state highway commissioner, ended his life at his home in Madison early 
today by shooting himself through the head.
Mr. Schmidtmann, who resigned his presidency of the Badger Specialty Company 
here, which he helped to organize when named by Governor Phillip LaFollette to 
the state highway body in 1931, had been in ill health for some time. His 
associates said he was worried over financial troubles. 
He recently took treatments at the Wisconsin General hospital in Madison for a 
nervous disorder which prevented him from sleeping.
Hear No Shot 
Mr. Schmidtmann apparently had arisen from bed this morning only a short time 
before he shot himself. His son, John Jr., his son’s wife and grandson, Jackie, 
were in the kitchen waiting for him to come to breakfast. 
They said they heard no shot but were attracted by a dull thud in the bedroom 
as his body fell to the floor. He was found half dressed. He had fired one bullet 
through his head.
Mr. Schmidtmann was removed to the Wisconsin General hospital where he died an 
hour later without regaining consciousness.
Coroner Edward Fischer of Dane county gave a verdict of suicide in the death. He 
said his investigation disclosed that Schmidtmann bought the .22 caliber pistol 
at a sporting goods store here Monday, posing as “John C. Jones.” 
Despondency and ill health were given by the coroner as causes for the shooting. 
He said no note written in contemplation of the act was found among Schmidtmann’s 
effects. 
Funeral Here Thursday 
Burial of Mr. Schmidtmann will take place at Evergreen cemetery in this city 
Thursday at 2 p.m. The Rev. D.G. Ristad of the First Lutheran church will 
officiate at services at the grave. 
Theodore Schmidtmann, a brother, left for Madison this morning after receiving 
word of the tragedy.
Mr. Schmidtmann, before entering the state service as a member of the highway 
commission in 1931, was identified with office supply and stationery houses in 
Manitowoc for more than 30 years. He, with his father and brother, Theodore ____
 ___ Schmidtman company and later he helped organize the Badger Specialty company, 
which he headed. 
Born in this city in 1877, Mr. Schmidtmann, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. 
Theodore Schmidtmann Sr., received his early education in the German Lutheran 
school and was graduated from the old First ward high school in the early 90s. 
In his school days he evidenced a desire for newspaper work, starting out by 
selling papers in the city. He also assisted in his father’s store on South 
Eighth street. 
Attended U. of W. 
Mr. Schmidtmann entered the University of Wisconsin, taking the four year civic 
historical course. He was prominent in forensics and literary work, being a 
member of the Philmathia debating society. He was class treasurer in his junior 
year and later was elected vice president.
He was also editor-manager of the Daily Cardinal, student newspaper at Wisconsin, 
and editor-in-chief of the Badger year book in his senior year. He was a member 
of the winning joint debate team in the school in 1897.
Besides his newspaper and literary efforts during his university term, Mr. 
Schmidtmann was an athlete. He rowed stroke on the second varsity crew in 1895 
and in his junior year continued on the crew. 
He was a member of the Alpha Delta Phi fraternity and of several honorary 
organizations at the university.
Interested in Politics 
During the silver campaign of 1896 while still an undergraduate at Wis-… 
(Cont. on Page 11)  SCHMIDTMANN ENDS LIFE IN MADISON  (Cont. from Page 1) ...
consin Mr. Schmidtmann campaigned throughout Manitowoc county with the late John 
Nagle, Pilot editor of those days, for the Gold Democratic ticket. He was one of 
the 13 presidential electors whom the people of the state chose to cast the state’s 
vote for the late Robert M. LaFollette for president of the United States in 1920.
After his graduation at Madison in 18?8, Mr. Schmidtmann became a police reporter 
on the Milwaukee Sentinel and later joined the reportorial staff of the Milwaukee 
Free Press. 
Returning to Manitowoc he went into business with his father and brother, Theodore 
Jr., in the book and stationery business. Later the two brothers, with the late 
Henry Burger Sr., organized the Schmidtman Company, which engaged extensively in 
the manufacture and distribution of school blank books and school supplies in the 
middle west.
Enjoyed Literary Work 
Mr. Schmidtmann always enjoyed literary work and his hobby was education, 
particularly as it affected his home community. Soon after he furnished (sic) 
his university course, he joined with other leaders in a move to merge the four 
school districts in Manitowoc and establish in their place a city system of 
schools. This fight continued for 12 years and finally ended after a couple of 
trips to the supreme court, in the consolidation of the old districts and adoption 
of the central high school plan. His name was among those proposed by the late 
Mayor Henry Stolze for membership on the city’s first board of education which, 
however, failed of approval through a court setback at Madison.
Sixteen years ago Schmidtmann, with a group of salesmen, organized the Badger 
Specialty company which company he headed for many years. He withdrew from the 
Schmidtman company, although still retaining a financial interest in the firm. 
He was active in establishing agencies for the Badger company, distributors of 
business machines, all over Wisconsin.
Served as U.W. Regent
Mr. Schmidtmann served as a member of the board of regents of the University of 
Wisconsin as an appointee of former Governor John J. Blaine. For six of the eight 
years he was a member of the committee on construction and development and a 
member of the finance committee. He was also prominent in alumni affairs at the 
state university and was a member of the regent-faculty committee that drafted 
the 1930 report favoring a unique university city on the lower campus at Madison 
for students. This plan had long been a pet hobby with Mr. Schmidtmann.
In 1931 Mr. Schmidtmann, prominent in the progressive party in Wisconsin, was 
appointed to the state highway commission by Governor La Follette. At that time 
he disposed of his holding and resigned the presidency of the Badger Specialty 
company in this city and moved on to Madison.
On Highway Body 
The Manitowoc man was appointed to succeed Jerry Donahue on the highway group. To 
complete Donahue’s term he needed confirmation by the state senate in 1933 but 
former Governor A.G. Schmederman instead nominated Fred. Russell Superior, for the 
post.
After his retirement from the state highway commission in 1938 Mr. Schmidtmann 
continued to make Madison his home. He traveled out of that city for the Schmidtman 
company of Manitowoc.
He managed the state campaign of the progressive party two years ago. Several months 
ago he was appointed to the state board of personnel by Gov. Philip LaFollette.
In addition to his business and newspaper career he found time to pen numerous 
magazine articles bearing on educational subjects. He often expressed a desire to 
devote his entire time to magazine writing when he completed his business career. 
Wife Died in 1932
In 1906 Mr. Schmidtmann married Mary Evelyn Bump, Wausau, a classmate at the state 
university, Mrs. Schmidtmann died in August, 1932, as a result of injuries sustained 
in an automobile accident near Madison.
Survivors are a daughter, Dorothea, Milwaukee; a son, John Jr., Madison; a brother, 
Theo. Schmidtmann, city; and three sisters, Mrs. William F. Raetz and Mrs. Augusta 
Schirmeyer, city, and Mrs. Dora Geisler, Sheboygan. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 20, 1936  P. 11
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[bur. 5-21-1936/died at Madison, WI/cause: suicide-gunshot]
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From our Files - 25 Years ago - 1905  
Tuesday evening at the home of the bride's mother in Wausau, Miss Mayme Evelyn 
Bump was married to John C. Schmidtman of this city, Prof.  R. Pieper, president 
of Concordia College, Springfield, Ill., a friend of the Schmidtman family, 
performed the ceremony. The wedding was a quiet affair, only a few relatives and 
friends being present. The contracting parties were not attended. The couple 
departed for Lake George where they will spend their honeymoon. Upon their return, 
they will take up their residence in this city.  Both Mr. Schmidtman and his bride 
graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1898. The latter is the daughter of 
the late E. L. Bump, who was a lawyer of state wide reputation. She is an estimable 
young lady. Mr. Schmidtman is associated in the business of Schmidtman & Sons Co.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 24, 1930


MARY BUMP SCHMIDTMANN    (d. 1932)

MRS. SCHMIDTMAN(sic) IS DEAD
Injuries Received in Auto Accident Caused Her Death
Wife of State Highway Commission Member Hurt Thursday 
Injuries which she received when the car in which she was riding overturned 
last Thursday night at Middleton, near Madison, caused the death in a Madison 
hospital early this morning of Mrs. Mayme Schmidtmann, 57, wife of John C. 
Schmidtmann, of this city, vice chairman of the Wisconsin state highway 
commission.
Messages of the death of Mrs. Schmidtmann whose serious condition was not known, 
proved a shock to hosts of friends in this city where the deceased, during her 
many years of residence here, was prominent in club and social work.
Funeral services for the deceased will be held at Madison on Wednesday morning, 
in charge of Rev. Francis Bloodgood. The remains will be brought to this city 
for interment in the family lot in Evergreen cemetery here. They will arrive 
here in the afternoon and the Rev. W. F. Hood of St. James Episcopal church will 
officiate at the services at the grave here.
Car Skidded on Pavement 
Mrs. Schmidtmann, whose maiden name was Mayme Bump, was born at Wausau in 1874, 
the daughter of Judge and Mrs. E. F. Bump. After being graduated from the Merrill 
high school she attended the University of Wisconsin, from which she was graduated 
in 1898. She was a classmate of her husband at Wisconsin. She later taught school 
at Wausau and Merrill.
She was married to John C. Schmidtmann of this city and they located here where Mr. 
Schmidtmann was head of the Badger Specialty Company. During her many years of 
residence in this city, Mrs. Schmidtmann was prominent in club work in Manitowoc. 
She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, of the Clio club and 
of Chapter J. of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, a national sorority.
When Mr. Schmidtmann was appointed by Gov. La Follette to a post on the state 
highway commission last fall, the family removed from the residence on Lincoln 
boulevard here to a home at Madison. The family visited here two weeks ago at the 
time of the dedication of the new bridge at Two Rivers, at which program Mr. 
Schmidtmann was the principal speaker.
Husband, Two Children Survive
The deceased is survived by her husband, a son, John Jr., and a daughter, Dorothea, 
and one grandchild, all at Madison. Two other children born to the couple died in 
infancy. Her mother, Mrs. E. F. Bump, who has been with her daughter at Madison, 
a brother, Judge Franklin Bump, Madison, and a sister, Mrs. S. N. Warner of Los 
Angles, Calif., also survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 30, 1932  P.1
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[bur. 8-31-1932/died at Madison, WI/cause: myocardial failure fracture of lower 
leg fracture of luber spine fracture of rt. upper ribs surgical shock/
bur. on John Schmidtman lot]
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From our Files - 25 Years ago - 1905  
Tuesday evening at the home of the bride's mother in Wausau, Miss Mayme Evelyn 
Bump was married to John C. Schmidtman of this city, Prof.  R. Pieper, president 
of Concordia College, Springfield, Ill., a friend of the Schmidtman family, 
performed the ceremony. The wedding was a quiet affair, only a few relatives and 
friends being present. The contracting parties were not attended. The couple 
departed for Lake George where they will spend their honeymoon. Upon their return, 
they will take up their residence in this city.  Both Mr. Schmidtman and his bride 
graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1898. The latter is the daughter of 
the late E. L. Bump, who was a lawyer of state wide reputation. She is an estimable 
young lady. Mr. Schmidtman is associated in the business of Schmidtman & Sons Co.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 24, 1930


ROLAND K. SCHMIDTMANN

Roland K. Schmidtmann, age 71, passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at River's 
Bend, where he resided the past two months, comforted by his niece.
Roland was born on August 9, 1939 in Two Rivers, son of the late Edwin and 
Lucille (Knetsch) Schmidtmann. Roland was employed with Lakeside Packing.
Survivors include one sister: Carol Schmidtmann, Manitowoc; one brother and 
sister-in-law: Norman and Anna Mae Schmidtman, Two Rivers; and their children 
Steve, Scott, Sherrie and Susie, all of Manitowoc County. He was preceded in 
death by one brother, Eugene Schmidtmann.
According to Roland's wishes, cremation will take place. Graveside services 
will be held at a later date at Evergreen Cemetery. Jens Funeral Home assisted 
the family. Online condolences may be sent to www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com
Roland was a special man who was cared for by his sister Carol. Roland enjoyed 
car riding and watching sports, wrestling and racing. 
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Holy Family Cancer Care 
and River's Bend for the compassionate care shown to Roland.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, May 20, 2011


A. HERMANN SCHMIEDICKE    (d. 1910)

ARRESTED EMPEROR OF GERMANY
Herman A. Schmiedicke,(sic) Pioneer, Dead, Had Unique Experience.
BUSINESS MAN OF CITY 42 YEARS.
Herman A. Schmiedicke, one of the pioneer settlers of the city and for forty-two 
years prominent as a business man, succumbed to the infirmities of advanced age, 
and illness Thursday night, his demise occurring at the family home at 807 York 
street where for only five days he had been confined to his bed. Mr. Schmiedickes 
death was hastened by an accident which he suffered a year ago in a fall upon an 
icy walk on South Water street, fracturing his hip and he had never recovered 
from the shock. For months Mr. Schmiedicke was unable to walk and had been forced 
to use a wheel chair. The funeral will be held from the home Sunday afternoon, Rev. 
Machmiller officiating at the services.
Mr. Schmiedicke was a native of Germany and in the early fifties served in the 
German army and it was while in discharge of his duties as a soldier that he at 
one time arrested the King under whose command he was serving. King Frederick, 
grandfather of the present emproer (sic). The incident which was frequently referred 
to by the deceased, occurred at Pottsdam where Mr. Schmiedicke was stationed as a 
guard at the gardens of the Palace. The King attempted to pass the gardens and when 
he failed to respond to the young soldiers command for account of himself he was 
placed under arrest and taken to headquarters. Mr. Schmiedicke recognized the King 
but the circumstances he believed justified the arrest. The King was released within 
a short time. Mr. Schmiedicke served in the army during a threatened uprising in 
1853 and among his papers is the discharge and passports granted him when he left 
Germany in 1854.
Mr. Schmiedicke was born at Kirchrain Luckow, Germany, November 15, 1929 (sic) and 
would have been 81 years old next month. He emigrated to America in 1854 and two 
years later came to Manitowoc which has since been his home. In 1858 Mr. Schmiedicke 
established a harness shop and for forty-two years continued the active management 
of the business, retiring in 1900 because of advancing age, his sons Herman and Ernst 
succeeding him in the business. During his residence here he witnessed the growth of 
Manitowoc from a small settlement to a city of metropolitan appearance and he 
contributed his share to the development of the town, being public spirited and 
interested in the welfare of the city. Mr. Schmiedicke’s last illness dates from 
Sunday when he was compelled to take to his bed and his decline was rapid, death 
coming Thursday night at 9 o’clock, Thursday night calm and peaceful.
Seven children survive Mr. Schmiedicke, Mrs. August Haupt, Newton, Mrs. Henry Bremer, 
Mrs. J. Meyer, Mrs. Simon Schuerr, this city, Mrs. Heineman, Chicago, and Ernst and 
Herman Schmiedicke, this city. There are fifteen grand children also surviving. Mr. 
Schmiedicke was a kind and indulgent father whose presence will be sadly missed by 
his family.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, September 30, 1910  P.1.
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Herman A. Schmiedicke, an old resident of this city, died last Thursday night 
at his home, 807 York street, aged 81 years. His death was due to pneumonia with 
which he was taken down the preceding Sunday. Last December he slipped and fell 
on South Water street and was not able to walk about since until a week or so 
before his death. Mr. Schmiedicke was born near Berlin in Germany Nov 13, 1829. 
When a young man he served in the king's guard and one night when on guard at 
the king's palace arrested the king himself who was King Frederick, grandfather 
of the present ruler of Germany, while he was taking a stroll through the garden 
and attempted to pass the guard without giving the countersign. When halted and 
questioned the king said that he was a citizen from Potsdam, that he had fallen 
asleep in the garden and asked that he be allowed to go home. No attention was 
paid to his pleadings, however, by Mr. Schmiedicke, who arrested the king and 
placed him in the guard house. In the year 1854 Mr. Schmiedicke came to this 
country, landing in New York where he lived for two years, coming to Manitowoc 
in 1856. Two years later he established a harness shop which he conducted for 42 
years after which he turned the business over to his two sons, Herman, Jr., and 
Ernst who are at present running the business.
Mr. Schmiedicke was a successful business man. He was well known and was held in 
esteem by all who knew him. He is survived by two sons and five daughters, Herman, 
Ernst, Mrs. Henry Bremer, Mrs. John Meyer and Mrs. Simon Schurr, of this city; Mrs. 
August Haupt of Newton, and Mrs. G. Heineman of Chicago. Nineteen grandchildren 
and two great grandchildren also survive him. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon 
at 2 o'clock from the home, Rev. Machmiller officiating. Interment was in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, October 6, 1910 
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[cause: myocarditis]
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FIRST VICTIM OF ICY WALK
Herman Schmiedecke(sic), Aged 80, Breaks Hip Bone in Fall
Herman Schmeidicke Sr., one of the city's oldest residents is the season's first 
victim of the icy walk, Mr. Schmeidicke having suffered a fracture of his hip 
bone in a fall on the walk in front of the Manitowoc Pea Packing Co.'s warehouse 
on Water Street this morning. The injured man was picked up and taken to his home 
on York Street where he is under care of a physician and while the injury is not 
a serious one, owing to the advanced age of Mr. Schmeidicke it causes anxiety.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Dec. 14, 1909
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First publication Oct. 4, 1910.
State of Wisconsin-County Court for Manitowoc County.
In the matter of the estate of August H. Schmiedicke deaceased. In Probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of August H. 
Schmiedicke of City of Manitowoc in said county having been delivered into said 
court:
And Herman A. Schmiedicke of Manitowoc in said county having presented to said court 
his petition in writing duly verified, representing among other things, that said 
August H. Schmiedicke died testate, at City of Manitowoc, in said county, on the 29th 
day of September 1910; that said Instrument is the last will of said deceased and that 
Herman A. Schmiedicke is named therein as executor and praying that said Instrument be 
proven and admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued to him.
It is ordered, that said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of said 
last will and testament be taken, at a general term of said County Court, to be held 
at the Probate Office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 1st day of November, 
1910, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be given 
by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the time 
of said hearing in the Manitowoc Post a newspaper published in said Manitowoc County.
Dated October 3, 1910.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Kelley & Wyseman Attorneys.
Manitowoc Post, Tuesday, October 11, 1910 P. 1
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article:
DAUGHTERS IN CONTEST ON FATHER'S WILL
Objection to Probating Will of Late August H. Schmeidiecke(sic)
TWO CUT OFF WITH $5 LEGACY IN WILL
Cut off with an allowance of but $5 in the estate which is said to be valued at 
several thousand dollars, Mrs. Christiana Bremer of this city, has instituted a 
contest of the will of her father, the late August H. Schmeidiecke, pioneer 
harness manufacturer of the city, whose death occurred several weeks ago and whose 
estate is now in probate court. Mrs. Bremer charges incapacity on the part of the 
testator and undue influences exercised by other heirs who received the bulk of 
the estate.
Another daughter, Mrs. Pauline Meyer, Clark St., has also filed objections to the 
will under which she receives a legacy of $500 from the estate and it is said that 
a third daughter, Mrs. Ida Heineman of Chicago, who with Mrs. Bremer received but 
$5, will join her sisters in objecting to the probating of the document. There are 
six children, two sons and four daughters mentioned in the will of which a son, 
Herman Schmeidiecke is named as executor.
Under terms of the will which was drawn in 1907 the two sons, Ernst and Herman 
Schmeidiecke who were associated with their father in business and who had taken 
over the management of the business in recent years when Mr. Schmeidiecke, because 
of his age, was unaable to give it attention are named as the principal beneficiaries 
and a daughter, Mrs. Emma Schurr also receiving an interest in the estate. The will 
gives to Mrs. Schurr a part of a lot which it provides shall be plowed and planted 
by the two sons annually in readiness for crops and she is also to receive the residue 
of the estate after all legacies are paid.
The two sons received the business on York Street and real estate and property owned 
by Mr. Schmeidiecke paid to include three or four lots and dwellings and they also 
received an insurance policy in the Northwestern Mutual Life, after the burial expenses 
have been paid from the policy and a monument erected on the grave of the testator. 
The amount of the policy is not stated in the will and no estimate of the value of the 
property is made. The will bequeaths $5 each to Mrs. Ida Heineman, Chicago and Christina 
Bremer, daughter of this city; $500 to Mrs. Meyer and an interest in a lot which is 
to be shared with another daughter, Mrs. Schurr. Bennie Schmeidiecke, a grandson, son 
of Herman Schmeidiecke is given the testator's gold watch.
Mr. Schmeidiecke was one of the earlier settlers of the city and had been engaged in 
the harness business here for a long term of years. His death a few weeks ago was due 
to age and the effects of an injury which he suffered a year ago in falling on an icy 
walk on Water Street, his hip having been broken. Mr. Schmeidiecke was a veteran of 
the German army and was widely known throughout the county. Papers have been filed in 
contest of the will by both Mrs. Bremer and Mrs. Meyer, both alleging undue influence 
and incapacity of the testator owing to age. The hearing will come up in probate court 
and the case will probably reach the circuit court before settlement. Herman and Ernst 
Schmeidiecke are in charge of the harness business of the decedent and will continue to 
conduct it.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sat., Nov. 19, 1910


BENJAMIN J. SCHMIEDICKE

Benjamin Schmiedicke, 84, of 1834 Clairmont St., Manitowoc, ied Thursday 
afternoon, July 23, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services are tentatively scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Monday at First 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Lind will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside rites will be 
accorded Mr. Schmiedicke by American Legion Drew Bleser Post 88.
Mr. Schmiedicke was born Sept. 15, 1896, at Manitowoc. He was a veteran of 
World War II, serving with the United States Navy. He entered service in 
January, 1918, and was discharged in August, 1919. He was former owner and 
operator of Schmiedicke's Battery Shop on North 10th St., Manitowoc, retiring 
in 1965. He was a member of First Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, the former Marion Miller, of Manitowoc, a daughter 
and son-in-law, Sue and G.W. Grant of Brookings, S.D.; a grandson, Jeremy 
Grant; a brother and sister-in-law, Dr. Paul and Irma Schmiedicke of West 
Lafayette, Ind., and a sister and brother-in-law, Emma and Gorwan Larsen of 
Ludington, Mich.
Friends may call at First Lutheran Church from noon Monday until the time of 
service. Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is handling funeral arrangements. There 
will be no Sunday evening visitation. Memorials may be made to First Lutheran 
Church.
Herald Times Reporter, July 24, 1981  P. 3


M. CHRISTINA SCHMIEDICKE

Mrs. Herman Schmiedecke(sic), Sr., passed away at the home of her son-in-law, 
Albert Engels, 712 Wollmer street, last Thursday night, May 25. Death resulted 
from a stroke of paralysis. The decedent was 66 years old. She was a native of 
Bavaria, Germany, and had been a resident of this city for the last forty-five 
years of her life. About five weeks ago she suffered an paralytic stroke from 
the effects of which her death resulted after a month's illness.
She is survived by a husband and one daughter, Mrs. Albert Engels. The funeral 
was held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the late home of the departed on 
Wollmer street.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, June 1, 1905 P. 1
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[Christina M. Schmiedicke/age 54 yrs./wife of Herman Schmiedicke]
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(1870 Manitowoc ward 4 census:
Herman Schmiedicke, Harness manuf. age 41; wife Christina 38; Elisabeth 14; 
Christina 12; Paulina 11; Emma 9; Ida 8; Herman 4; Ernst 1/12)
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(1880 Manitowoc ward 2-4 census:
H. Schmiedicke, Harnessmaker, 51; Christine 47; Emma 19; Ida 17; 
Hermann 14; Ernst 10)
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SCHMIEDECKE: Hermann
m: Christine Knospe
children:
  Maria Elisabethe (b. 25 Sept. 1856/bapt. 5 Oct. 1856 from record 
    of First German Evang. Luth. ch.)
  Johanne Christine (b. 27 Oct. 1857/bapt. 27 Dec. 1857 from record of 
     First German Evang. Luth. ch.)
  August Hermann (b. 7/4/1866/bapt. 8/19/1866 from records of St. John's
     Ev. Luth. ch., Newtonburg)


EMMA SCHMIEDICKE

Mrs. Herman Schmiedicke, 79 (above) of 818 South 15th street, Manitowoc, last 
surviving charter member of the Ladies Aid society of the First German 
Evangelical Lutheran church, Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon at the home of 
her daughter, Mrs. G. E. Larsen, of Ludington, Mich. 
She had gone to Ludington last November to visit her daughter and was stricken 
ill there.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church. The Rev. L. H. Koeninger will officiate and interment will be in 
Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Emma Meyer in Manitowoc in 1871 and in 195 was married to Mr. 
Schmiedicke. The latter was a pioneer harnessmaker with his brother, Ernst, on 
York street. They later engaged in the tire repair business. The couple observed 
its golden wedding in 1945. Mr. Schmiedicke died last April.
She was a member of the Lutheran congregation and a charter member of the Ladies 
Aid society of the church. 
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Larsen of Ludington; two sons, Ben of Manitowoc and 
Dr. Paul H. Schmiedicke of Williamsport, Ind.; sister, Mrs. Ernst Schmiedicke of 
Manitowoc; and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, Manitowoc. The casket will 
be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Wednesday to lie in state until the hour of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 9, 1951  P.2
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[d. 01-08-1951 at Ludington, Mason co., WI/age 80 yrs./cause: cancer abdominal/
bur. on Joschim lot]


ERNST SCHMIEDICKE

Ernst Schmiedicke, 77, of 807 York street, veteran harnessmaker, died last 
night at the Holy Family hospital following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home at 2 p.m. 
Monday, the Rev. Carroll Hinderlie officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mr. Schmiedicke was born in Manitowoc in 1870 and lived his entire life in the 
same block in which he was born. In 1898 he married Minna Brick in Manitowoc.
One of the last of the old harness makers, Mr. Schmiedicke practiced at his 
trade with his brother, Herman, who retired a few years ago. The brothers took 
over the harness shop from their father who founded it.
Surviving are his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Marcus Hansen, one brother, Herman, 
and two grandchildren, all of Manitowoc.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Sunday noon until the time of 
the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 3, 1946  P.2
********
[d. 08-02-1946/age 76 yrs./bur. on John Brick lot]


HELENE A.A. SCHMIEDICKE

From Der Nord Westen, 10 Feb. 1876:
Death of the 2 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Schmiedecke 
on Tuesday of diphtheria after only a few hours illness.
************
Name: Schmiedecke, Helena
D.: 2/8/1876
B.:
Reg. D.: 12/27/1876
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 1 Yr. 11 Mo. 16 Da.
B.P.:
D.P.:
Cem.:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. F. Pieper
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death: Scarlet Fever
Pg. #: v.1 p.206


HERMAN A. SCHMIEDICKE    (d. 1950)

Herman A. Schmiedicke, 83, of 818 South 15th street, life long resident of the 
city and retired harnessmaker, died this morning at the Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church. The Rev. L. H. Koeninger will officiate and interment will be 
in Evergreen cemetery.
He was born in this city in 1866 and in 1895 married Miss Emma Meyer. His father, 
Herman Schmiedicke Sr., established a harness shop on York street in the pioneer 
days of Manitowoc and his two sons, Herman Jr. and the late Ernst Schmiedicke, 
continued the business, which later was expanded to include the repair service.
Survivors are his wife; two sons, Dr. Paul H. Schmiedicke of Williamsport, Ind., 
and Ben of this city; daughter, Mrs. Gorwan Larsen of Ludington, Mich.; and five 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after Sunday noon. The 
casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Monday to lie in state until the 
hour of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 28, 1950  P. 2
********
[d. 04-28-1950/age 84 yrs./bur. on Joachim Meyer lot]


JOHN CARL SCHMIEDICKE

An infant child of Mr. Schmedicke (sic) died on Monday of this week.
Manitowoc Pilot, April 4, 1878  P. 3
*********
A little son of H. Schmiedecke died on Saturday of diptheria.
Manitowoc Tribune, April 4, 1878 P. 3
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Name: Schmiedicke, John C. (Johan)
D.: 3/13/1878
B.: 4/10/1872
Reg. D.: 12/27/1878
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 5 Yr. 11 Mo. 21 Da.
B.P.: Manitowoc
D.P.: Manitowoc
Cem.: Mtwc.
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. F. A. O. Pieper
Spouse:
F.: Herman Schmiedicke
M.: Christine Schmiedicke
Cause of Death: Diphtheria
Pg. #: v.1 p.275
**************
(Note: The d. date on this transcription and the d. date on the tombstone do not
match. I contacted the cem. office and she said I have him buried 4/3/1878)
(new note: A researcher double checked the d. record and when typing the record
up, the day of death had been transposed..it should be 3/31/1878)


MARIA SCHMIEDICKE

(Saturday dateline)
Death Thurs. evening of Mrs. Hermann Schmiedeke in the home of 
her son-in-law here, Albert Engels. Her death was the result of 
a stroke which she suffered several weeks ago. The deceased, who 
was a well-known and esteemed resident of our city, was born in 
Bavaria 66 yrs. ago and has been a resident of Manitowoc for 45 
yrs. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one daughter, 
Mrs. Albert Engels. The funeral will take place tomorrow (Sunday) 
afternoon at 2 p.m. from the funeral home at 712 Wollmer St.
Der Nord Westen, 27 May 1905
********
Mrs. Herman Schmiedecke(sic), Sr., passed away at the home of her son-in-law, 
Albert Engels, 712 Wollmer street, last Thursday night, May 25. Death resulted 
from a stroke of paralysis. The decedent was 66 years old. She was a native of 
Bavaria, Germany, and had been a resident of this city for the last forty-five 
years of her life. About five weeks ago she suffered an paralytic stroke from 
the effects of which her death resulted after a month’s illness. She is survived 
by a husband and one daughter, Mrs. Albert Engels. The funeral was held Sunday 
afternoon at 2 o’clock from the late home of the departed on Wollmer Street.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 1, 1905 
********
[bur. 05-29-1905/cause: hemorrhage]


MARION SCHMIEDICKE

Marion (Miller) Schmiedicke, age 92, died Sunday, December 19, 1999, in Brookings, 
S.D. 
Following Marion's wishes, a Memorial Service will be held in the Summer 2000 at 
the First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Interment will be at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. 
Marion was born February 27, 1903, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Albert and 
Julia (Mathiesen) Miller. She was raised and educated in Manitowoc. In 1934, she 
married Benjamin Schmiedicke. She worked for the Lakeside Canning Co. for 17 
years, and the Wholesale Confectionary School Supply Co. for several years. She 
was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. 
Survivors include her daughter, Sue (Geoffrey) Grant, Brookings, S.D.; a grandson, 
Jeremy Grant, Colorado Springs, Colo.; a sister-in-law, Lucille Miller, Manitowoc. 
She was preceded in death by her husband (in 1981) and parents, also by brothers, 
Emil and Earl, and sisters, Esther and Edna. 
The Eidsness Funeral Home, Brookings, S.D. is serving the family. 
Herald Times Reporter, December 22, 1999
********
[cremation]


MINNA SCHMIEDICKE

Mrs. Ernst Schmiedicke, 78, lifelong resident of Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Marcus Hansen of 611 St. Clair St., 
Manitowoc, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the First Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Myron Swanson will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
She was born Minnie Brick in Manitowoc in 1878 and in 1898 was married to Mr. 
Schmiedicke. The latter with his brother, the late Herman Schmiedicke, operated 
a harness shop for years on York Street, Manitowoc. Her husband died in 1946.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Hansen, of Manitowoc, grandson, Nels Hansen and 
granddaughter, Della Hansen, of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 
Thursday noon. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 26, 1951  P.2
********
[bur. 12-28-1951/age 78 yrs./bur. on John Brick lot]


ETTA I. SCHMILL

Etta I. Schmill, age 95, a Manitowoc resident, died Thursday, November 6, 1997, 
at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 8, 1997, at First 
German Ev. Lutheran Chruch. Rev. Joel Otto will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Etta was born August 22, 1902, at Newtonburg, daughter of the late Carl and Ida 
Lehmkuhl Jacob. She was educated at St. John's School, Newtonburg. She married 
John J. Schmill, on May 10, 1923. John preceded her in death, January 13, 1967. 
She was a member of First German Ev. Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two sons, Kenneth J. and Joan Schmill, Howard E. and Shirley M. 
Schmill, all of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren, Dennis Schmill, David and Luanne 
Schmill, Douglas and Daniel Schmill, Kathy Schmill, Greg and Renee Schmill, and 
Pattie Schmill; six great-granddaughters; one brother, Herbert Jacob, Manitowoc; 
one sister, Viola Buss, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive. She was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister.
Relatives and friends may call from 9 a.m. Saturday at First German Ev. Lutheran 
Church until the time of service.
Memorials to First German Ev. Lutheran Church or to Manitowoc Lutheran High School 
would be appreciated.
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, November 7, 1997 P. A2


EVELYN SCHMILL

Funeral services were held yesterday for Evelyn, one day old babe of 
Mr. and Mrs. John Schmill, (remaining line unreadable)
Manitowoc Herald News  Thursday, January 10, 1924  pg.1
********
[Evaline/bur 01-08-1924/cause: premature birth/bur. on John Schmill and CW Jacob lot]


DENNIS P. SCHMILL

Dennis P. Schmill, age 57, of 3209 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died on Monday 
afternoon, Oct. 8, 2007, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. 
He was born on Feb. 12, 1950, in Manitowoc, son of Kenneth Schmill and the 
late Joan (Isselman) Schmill. Dennis enjoyed working on computers. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)  
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007, at The 
Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Officiating at the 
service will be Deacon Paul Kieffer. Dennis will be laid to rest at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc, following cremation. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & 
Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007, 
until the time of service at 7 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 10, 2007 


FLORENCE M. SCHMILL

Mrs. Henry (Florence) Schmill, 79, of 918 S. 19th Street, Manitowoc, died late 
Thursday evening, January 29, 1987 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 11 am Monday at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmill was born November 12, 1907 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Louis 
and Anna Mueller Bull. She was educated in the Manitowoc School System and was 
employed with M.P. Andrews for many years. She married Henry Schmill on May 1, 
1937 at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Mrs. Schmill was a 
former member of Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and a member of First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include her husband, Henry; a brother and a sister-in-law, Karl and 
Dorothy Bull of Manitowoc; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Dorothy and Willard 
Korte, Marian and John Mazanet, Ethel and Carl Sieker and Lucille and Lyle 
Raduenz, all of Manitowoc, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends 
survive. She was preceded in death by a brother, Harry Bull.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 pm to 9 pm 
Sunday and Monday at the church from 9 am until the hour of service at 11 am. 
may be made to First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Jan. 30, 1987 page 17
*******
[wife of Henry Schmill]


HENRY C. SCHMILL

Henry C. Schmill, 86, of 918 S. 19th Street, Manitowoc, died late Sunday evening, 
June 14, 1987 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 
11 am Wednesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. 
Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmill was born January 27, 1901 at Niles, Illinois, son of the late Henry F. 
and Sophia Steif Schmill. Mr. Schmill was employed with Mirro Aluminum in the 
Shipping and Receiving Department for many years. He married the former Florence 
Bull on May 1, 1937 at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. She 
preceded him in death January 29, 1987. Mr. Schmill was a member of First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Etta Schmill of Manitowoc and Mrs. Edna 
Spiegel Schmill of Plymouth; two nephews, Howard Schmill and Kenneth Schmill, both 
of Manitowoc; a niece, Mrs. Karen Niemann of Milwaukee and other relatives and 
friends survive. He was preceded in death by two brothers.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral home, Manitowoc, from 5 pm to 9 pm 
Tuesday and Wednesday at the church from 9 am until the hour of service. Memorials 
may be made to First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., June 15, 1987 page 14
********
[widower of Florence Schmill]


JOAN S. (ISSELMAN) SCHMILL

Joan S. Schmill, age 71, of 2415 S. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning, 
August 7, 2000, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 10, 2000, at St. 
Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial 
will be Rev. Gerald Foley with cremation to follow.
Joan was born April 25, 1929, in Valders, daughter of the late Joseph and Ida 
McGlyn Isselmann. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the 
class of 1947. On September 12, 1948, she married Kenneth Schmill at St. Boniface 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, Kenneth Schmill, Manitowoc; four sons and 
one daughter-in-law, Dennis Schmill, Manitowoc, David and Luanne Schmill, 
Sheboygan Falls, Douglas Schmill, Cato, Daniel Schmill, Manitowoc; two 
granddaughters, Sara (Jason) Schnicke, Beth Schmill, all of Sheboygan Falls.  
She is also survived by cousins, other relatives and many friends. Joan was also 
preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Isselmann.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Boniface Catholic church from 
9:30 a.m. Thursday, August 10, 2000, until the time of Mass at 11 a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 8, 2000
********
[cremation]


JOHN SCHMILL     (d. 1967)  

John Schmill, 68, of 1610 Hamilton St, Manitowoc, died Fridat at home of a 
heart attack.  Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm tuesday at First German
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.  The Rev. NW Kock will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmill was born Oct. 10, 1898, at Niles, Ill., son of the late Henry and
Sophie Stief Schmill.  He came to Manitowoc County as a youth and attended 
Newtonburg schools.  He married Etta Jacob, May 10, 1923, at Manitowoc, and 
worked as a mechanic at Rodewald Garage, Newton, 30 years, retiring 2 years 
ago.  He was a former church deacon.
Survivors include the wife: two sons, a brother, and six grandchildren.  A 
brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2pm 
Monday until 11am Tuesday when the casket will be moved to church where the 
body will lie in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times Jan 14, 1967


KENNETH J. SCHMILL

Kenneth J. Schmill, age 89, of 2415 S. 12th Street, Manitowoc, died Monday 
evening, September 14, 2015 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc.
He was born on April 5, 1926 in Manitowoc, son of the late John and Etta (Jacob) 
Schmill. Ken was a Veteran of the United States Navy serving during World War II 
in the Pacific Theatre from February 1945 until July 1946. On September 12, 
1948 he married the former Joan Isselman at St. Boniface Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on August 7, 2000. Ken was employed with 
Mirro Aluminum Company of Manitowoc for 47 1/2 years, retiring in 1990 as a 
production supervisor.
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law: David and Luanne Schmill, 
Sheboygan Falls, Doug and Peggy Schmill, Pound, WI, Daniel Schmill, Manitowoc; 
two grandchildren: Sara (Jason) Schnicke, Beth (Chad) Heinen; four great 
grandchildren: Emily, Andrew, Olivia and Brynnly; and one brother and sister-
in-law: Howard and Shirley Schmill, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by a son: Dennis 
Schmill.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 18, 2015 at First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Service will 
be the Revs. Christopher Hoppe and Benjamin Schaefer with burial at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside Military Rites will be accorded by V.F.W. Otto 
Oas Post #659.
The family will greet relatives and friends at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Friday, September 18, 2015 until 10:45 a.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting 
www.pfefferfuneralhome.com
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Ken was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather who enjoyed 
woodworking and mechanical challenges.
Funeral Home
Pfeffer Funeral Home - Manitowoc
928 South 14th Street
Manitowoc, WI 54220
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 16 - Sept. 17, 2015 


ADELA SCHMITT    (d. 1901)

Death Thurs. of an 8-mo. old daughter of Carl Schmidt in Manitowoc 
Rapids. The child had been ill since birth. This death is especially 
difficult because the entire Schmidt family is currently ill. The 
father lies sick in a local hospital and the mother and the other
children are confined to the house. The funeral was held Sat.
Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1901
*********
Adela Schmidt
birth: 21 May 1900 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co.
death: 23 January 1901 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Manitowoc, Wis.
residence: 1901 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Carl Schmidt
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*********
[Adela Schmidt/bur. 01-23-1901/cause: convulsions & cramps/bur. on Charles 
Schmitt lot/burial register has Adala Schmidt, female, no age listed, born 
in Manitowoc, cause of death:  convulsions & cramps]


ALETTA SCHMITT

Mrs. Aletta Schmitt, 74, of 916 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
at Manitowoc Health Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Paul Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund E. Olson will officiate with 
burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmitt, nee Aletta Tollefson, was born Oct. 13, 1901, at Valders, 
daughter of the late Tollef and Sarah Larsen Tollefson. She was married 
to Raymond L. Schmitt May 19, 1930. He preceded her in death Nov. 17, 
1975. 
Survivors include numerous relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 o’clock 
this Tuesday evening until 11:30 a.m. Wednesday and at the church from 
noon until the time of service. Memorials may be made to St. Paul 
Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, January 20, 1976
********
[widow of Raymond L. Schmitt/bur. on Joseph Schmitt lot]
********
MISS TOLLEFSON IS BRIDE OF R.L. SCHMITT TODAY
At five o'clock this afternoon a pretty ceremony was performed by 
Rev. Walden when Miss Aletta Tollefson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. 
Tollefson, Buffalo Street, became the bride of Raymond L. Schmitt, 
son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Schmitt, Western Ave., at the home of 
the former's sister, Mrs. Alvin Hornburg.
Miss Florence Tollefson, a cousin of the bride, was the maid of 
honor and Ralph Schmitt, a brother of the groom, was the best man. 
A reception followed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Hornburg 
where a dinner was served to thirty friends and relatives of the 
couple.
Mr. and Mrs. Schmitt are leaving tomorrow on a honeymoon trip to 
Milwaukee and Chicago and will be at home to friends after June 1. 
The bride was formerly employed at the Hotel Manitowoc and the 
groom holds a position with the North Western Railway Co.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 19, 1930 page 7


ANDREW H. SCHMITT

Mr. Andrew H. Schmitt, 72, of 2409 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday afternoon, 
May 21, at the family residence. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Friday at 
Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 am at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Ronald Reimer will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitt was born Sept. 15, 1913 at Cleveland, Manitowoc County, son of the 
late Henry and Anna Neilitz. He married Evelyn M. Wozien, Nov. 15, 1939 at St. 
Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mr. Schmitt retired from Holy Family Medical 
Center in 1983 and prior to that had been employed by Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., 
and Mirro Aluminum Company. The couple had also operated a grocery store in 
Reedsville for 15 years. Mr. Schmitt was a 50 year member of Catholic Knights, 
a member of Manitowoc Eagles Aerie 706 and past president and member of Reedsville 
Lions club.
Survivors include his wife; two sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and Pam Schmitt 
of Minneapolis, Minn., Gary and Bonnie Schmitt of Wheaton, Ill.; two daughters 
and sons-in-law, Pat and Jerry Grall of Manitowoc and Micki and Joe Dugan of 
Valders; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Al and Ruth Schmitt of Manitowoc, 
Wilfred and Bernice Schmitt and Edmund and Joan Schmitt all of Cleveland; four 
sisters and three brothers-in-law, Margaret Wade of Chicago, Anne and Ed Kress, 
Esther and Leo Noel, all of Cleveland and Katherine and Ralph Knox of Manitowoc; 
11 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in 
death by a brother, Peter and two sisters, Agnes and Josephine.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Fuenral Home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 9 pm this Thursday, 
where a prayer service will be 8 pm by Deacon William Klein.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., May 22, 1986 page 26


ANNA SCHMITT    (d. 1898)

Death of Mrs. Schmitt.
Mrs. A. Schmitt, mother of Joe Schmitt, the well known cigarmaker, 
died at her home on Washington street yesterday afternoon. She had 
been ill for quite a long time, and her death was not altogether 
unexpected. She was 69 years of age. The funeral services will be 
held at St. Boniface church at 9 o'clock Saturday morning.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, October 27, 1898 P. 1
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Anna Schmitt
birth: 30 July 1809 Trier, Germany
death: 26 October 1898 Manitowoc Rapids, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Manitowoc
residence: 1898 Manitowoc Rapids
father: Schaefer
spouse: Johann Schmitt
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
********
(NOTE: Transcription reads b. 1829 if she was 69, this fits
her age. 1809 is much too early)


ANNA SCHMITT    (d. 1911)

Mr. and Mrs. John Schmidt (sic), 1025 S. Twentieth street, mourn the loss of 
their infant daughter Anna and have the sympathy of friends in their bereavement. 
The child is 5 years(sic) old and the death is a sad blow to the parents who 
idolized the little one. The funeral will be held Monday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, February 25, 1911  P. 3
*********
[cause: meningitis]


ANNA SCHMITT  (d. 1928)

MRS. SCHMITT IS VICTIM OF DEATH
Pioneer of City Passes Away After Illness of a Month
Mrs. Charles N. Schmitt, 58, died at her home at 2919 Custer street 
at 9:30 am after a month’s illness. The deceased was a resident of 
Manitowoc county her entire life. Mrs. Schmitt, nee Anna Strodthoff, 
was born Nov. 24, 1870 in the town of Rapids, Manitowoc county and 
became the bride of Charles Schmitt, 37 years ago on June 7. Besides 
the widower, who is confined to his bed with illness, four children 
survive, a daughter, Mrs. Herbert Arndt of this city and three sons, 
Harry and Arthur of this city and Reuben of Denmark. The mother of 
the deceased, Mrs. Bertha Boldt of Manitowoc and eight grandchildren 
also survive. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. L.H. Koeninger 
of the First Lutheran church Saturday at 1:30 pm at the home of her 
son Harry at 2914 Custer street. Services cannot be held at the home 
because of the illness of Mr. Schmitt. Interment will be at Evergreen 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Times, Thursday, December 06, 1928, Page 2
*******
[bur. 12-8-1928/age 58 yrs/cause: nephritis/bur. on Charles Schmitt lot]


ANNA SCHMITT    (d. 1978)

Mrs. Henry H. (Anna K.) Schmitt, 81, formerly of 410 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, 
died Monday morning in Sheboygan. Private funeral services were held Tuesday in 
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Koch officiated 
and burial was in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Schmitt, nee Anna Rehm was born August 30, 1896 in School Hill, daughter 
of the late August and Anna Rehm. She was married to Henry H. Schmitt December 23, 
1914 in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death April 24, 1963. Mrs. Schmitt was 
employed with Normington Laundry, Manitowoc for many years and was a member of 
First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two granddaughters, Mrs. Dale (Maxine) Seiler of Sugar Grove, 
Ill., and Mrs. Kenneth (Bonnie) Heidt of Sheboygan and three great grandchildren, 
L/Cpl. Steven Seiler with the U.S. Marines, El Toro, Calif., Stacey Seiler of 
Sugar Grove and Heidi Heidt of Sheboygan. A son, George preceded her in death 
in 1966.
Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Tuesday, March 14, 1978 - page 3
********
[d. at Sheboygan, WI/widow of Henry H. Schmitt]


ARTHUR H. SCHMITT

Arthur H. Schmitt, 66, of 946 S. 29th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Tuesday 
at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at St. John United Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitt was born July 10, 1904, at Manitowoc, son of the late Charles and Anna 
Strodthoff Schmitt. He married Cecilia Zastrow Oathout Feb. 5, 1936, at Manitowoc. 
He worked as a beer distributor in Manitowoc County for many years and was later 
employed at Huchthausen Hardware Co. Mr. Schmitt was a member of Eagles Aerie No. 
706 of Manitowoc for 25 years.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 p.m. 
Thursday until noon Friday and then at the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 19, 1971
********
[d. 05-18-1971/age 66 yrs.]
(10 Jul 1904/May 1971/SSDI)


BABY BOY SCHMITT    (d. 1944)

The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Schmitt of 1725? Ashington street, died 
Sunday. Funeral services were held this afternoon from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial was in 
Evergreen cemetery. Mrs. Schmitt is the former Lydia Kope.
Survivors are the parents; brother, Robert; five sisters, Betty, Carol, 
Janice and Joyce and the grandparents, Mrs. Anna Schmitt and Mrs. Rose Kope, 
all of this city. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 15, 1944  P.2
*******
[stillborn/son of Karl Schmitt/bur. on Mrs. Henry Schmitt lot]


CECELIA ELLA SCHMITT

Cecelia E. Schmitt, age 91, formerly of 946 S. 29th St., Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday, August 29, 1998, at Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral Services will be at 7 p.m. Friday (TONIGHT) August 18, 1998, at the 
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Rev. 
Jay Smoke, with burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
Cecilia was born August 17, 1907, in Burnette Junction, Wis., daughter of 
the late August and Mary Friese Zastrow. She was employed for many years at 
the Copp's department Store, Manitowoc, until her retirement in 1973. She 
married Arthur H. Schmitt on February 5, 1936, in Manitowoc. He preceded her 
in death in 1971. She is a member of St. John's United Church of Christ.
Cecelia is survived by one daughter, Georgia Johnson, Manitowoc. Nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Besides her parents and 
husband, she was preceded in death by one daughter, one brother, one sister, 
and one son-in-law.
Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, from 6 p.m. until the time of service on Friday (TONIGHT).
Herald Times Reporter, August 28, 1998 P. 2


CHARLES N. SCHMITT

C.N. SCHMITT, PIONEER HERE, DIES AT NOON
Charles N. Schmitt, a life long resident of this county, and a carpenter 
contractor of this city for a number of years, passed away this noon at 
the family home at 2910 Custer street, less than a month after the death 
of his wife, who preceded him in death, December sixth. Death came as a 
relief to a lingering illness which had confined him to his bed for more 
than a month.
The deceased was born in Manitowoc Rapids, February ninth, 1867, and would 
have been sixty-two years of age at his next birthday. In June, thirty-seven 
years ago he married Anna Stradthoff, who preceded him in death a short time 
ago.
Four children were born to the couple, one daughter, Mrs. Herbert Arndt, 
three sons, Harry, and Arthur, all of this city, Rueben of Denmark. There 
are also two brothers, Joseph of this city, Matt of Chicago, and one sister, 
Mrs. Matt Fell of Kaukauna, and eight grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon, at one thirty o'clock from 
the home, and two o'clock from the German Lutheran church, with the Rev. 
Koenninger officiating. Interment will be at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. January 26, 1929 P. 2
**********
[bur. 29 Jan. 1929/age 61 yrs./cause: carcinoma of cardiac of stomach]


EARL H. SCHMITT

Earl H. Schmitt, 70, of 1515 Dewey st., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, 
June 9, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
Deacon William Klein will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitt was born Jan. 12, 1912, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and Anna 
Nauman Schmitt. He was a lifelong Manitowoc resident, and had attended Manitowoc 
Public Schools. He married Olive Kubsch, Oct. 11, 1932, at Manitowoc. Mr. Schmitt 
had been employed as an Operating Engineer for Operating Engineer's Local 139. 
He was a former trustee and steward of the union, and had received the Operating 
Engineer's Award for the year 1979.
Survivors include his wife, Olive; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Thomas 
and Marion Schmitt of Manitowoc, Gary and Barbara Schmitt of Two Rivers, Dennis 
and Sheila Schmitt, and William Schmitt of Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-
law, Nancy and Roy Berres, and Mary Ann and Robert Meyer of Manitowoc; two brothers 
and a sister-in-law, Edwin and Rose Schmitt of Manitowoc, and Ervin Schmitt of 
Colorado; 15 grandchildren; a great granddaughter and 17 nieces and nephews. He was 
preceded in death by a daughter, Peggy, a sister and five brothers.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday where a 
prayer service will be at 8 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, June 10, 1982  P. 3


EMMA SCHMITT  (d. 1935)

SCHMITT, Mrs. Emma—Aged 66. Nee Emma Schwarzenbart. Died at home, 
1915 Western Avenue, at 11:45 a.m. Thursday. Funeral services 
Saturday afternoon two o'clock from home. Burial in Evergreen 
cemetery. Body at home from Pfeffer funeral parlors Friday morning. 
Born in Manitowoc August 20, 1869. Married Joseph Schmitt Nov. 8, 
1900. Husband died four years ago. Survived by three sons, a sister 
and one grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 15, 1935
*******
[bur. 11-16-1935/age 66 yrs./cause: cardiac decompensation/
wife of Joseph Schmitt]


EMMA J. SCHMITT

Death Tues. of Emma Josephina Schmitt, the 5-mo. daughter of 
7th Ward resident John Schmitt, of child cholera. The burial 
will take place today in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 24 Sept. 1896 
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[age 5 mo./cause: cholera infantum]


EVELYN M. SCHMITT

A very special lady, Evelyn M. Schmitt, went to her eternal rest Monday evening, 
April 20, 1998, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. May God bless 
her for the faith she always shared, for her guidance, support, and especially 
for all the love she gave to her family and friends.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 23, 1998, at Bethany Ev. 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Bruce 
McKenney and Rev. Robert Kujawski with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
She was born October 3, 1915, in Carlsville, Wis., daughter of the late Otto and 
Leona Roth Wolzien. Evelyn attended Carlsville Grade School and was a graduate of 
Sevastapol High School in 1934. She then attended Holy Family School of Nursing, 
graduating in 1937. On November 15, 1939, she married Andrew Schmitt, in Manitowoc. 
He preceded her in death May 21, 1986. Evelyn was employed as a head nurse at 
Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for many years retiring in 1978 and was also 
employed at Park Lawn Home until 1988. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church 
Ladies Aid and the Manitowoc Senior Center Lady Quilters. Evelyn enjoyed playing 
cards with her many card clubs, going on bus trips with friends, but most of all 
babysitting her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Pat and Jerry Grall, Manitowoc, 
Micki and Joe Dugan, Jackson, Wis.; twin sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and 
Pam Schmitt, Plymouth, Minn., Gary and Bonnie Schmitt, Wheaton, Ill.; special 
grandchildren, Scott Grall, Mark (Andrea) Grall, Bridget (Terry) Braun, Brenda 
(Rodney) Schneider, Becki Jo (Keith) Brandes, Steven and Adam Schmitt, Paul, 
Kristi, and Neil Schmitt; extra-special great-grandchildren, Abbey and Alex Grall, 
Dawn and Eric Braun, Destanie and Devan Schneider, Danica and Damian Brandes; 
sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Evelyn Wolzien, Sturgeon Bay, Al and Ruth 
Schmitt, Manitowoc, Ralph and Katherine Knox, Manitowoc, Esther Noel, Sheboygan, 
Edmund and Joan Schmitt, Cleveland. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and 
close friends. She was preceded in death by a special grandson, Brian Dugan; a 
sister, June and a brother, Woodrow.
Friends may call at Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, from 8 a.m. Thursday 
until the time of service at 11 a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
She truly was a nurse, Our angel of Mercy.
Herald Times Reporter, April 22, 1998 P. 2


FRED SCHMITT    (d. 1980)

Frederick W. Schmitt, 82, of Park Haven Apartments, 325 N. 8th St., Manitowoc, 
died Tuesday, Feb. 12, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at St. John United Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitt was born Aug. 27, 1897, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and Anna 
Naumen Schmitt. He was educated in the Manitowoc School System. He became an 
engineer for the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad for 46 years, retiring in 
1963. He married Pauline Broeska in 1916 at Tigerton, Wis. He was a member of 
St. John United Church of Christ, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Pauline; three sons and daughters-in-law, the Rev. 
Myron and Irene of Streamwood, Ill. Donald and Mildren of Manitowoc, and Kenneth 
and Jean of Milwaukee; a daughter and son-in-law, June and Herman Meisner of Fort 
Lauderdale, Fla.; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Edwin and Rose of 
Manitowoc, Earl and Olive of Manitowoc, and Ervin of Colo.; 11 grandchildren, 21 
great grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by 
four brothers, a sister, and a granddaughter.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. 
Thursday and Friday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, February 12, 1980 P.3
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[Frederick W./d. 12 Feb 1980/age 82 yrs]


GEORGE SCHMITT    (d. 1966)

George Schmitt, 49, of 418 York St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Saturday 
afternoon of a heart attack. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Tuesday at 
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. L. H. Koeninger will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Schmitt was born June 28, 1916 at Manitowoc, son of the late Henry Schmitt 
and Anna Rehme Schmitt. He married Florence Tryon March 3, 1935 at Waukegan, 
Ill., and the couple moved to Manitowoc. He was employed as a welder by 
Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc.
Surviving are his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Dale Seiler of Aurora, Ill., and 
Miss Bonnie Jean Schmitt, of Manitowoc, his mother and two grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., April 25, 1966 
*********
[age 49 yrs/bur. on Henry H. Schmitt lot]


HARRY F. SCHMITT

Harry F. Schmitt, 57, of 2914 Custer St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
afternoon at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short 
illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Schmitt was born in Manitowoc in 1895 and in 1917 married the 
former Miss Lillian Timm. For a number of years, he was employed 
at the M and M Printing Works, and the past 17 years, was an auto 
mechanic at the Braun Motor Company, Manitowoc. He was a member of 
the Royal Neighbors.
Survivors are his wife, one daughter, Mrs. J. C. Gilmet, one son 
Roy, one brother Arthur, and one sister, Mrs. Herbert Arndt, all 
of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, October 1, 1952 
*******
[d. 09-30-1952/age 57 yrs.]


HENRY SCHMITT    (d. 1906)

Henry Schmidt
birth: 12 March 1837 Germany
death: 23 June 1906 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1906 Manitowoc
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[age 69 yrs./cause: heart disease]


HENRY SCHMITT    (d. 1963)

Henry Schmitt, 69, of 410 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died early Wednesday at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services are tentatively set for 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Schmitt was born Nov. 26, 1893, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and 
Johanna Nauman Schmitt. He married Anna Rehm in 1914 at Manitowoc.
Among survivors are his wife; a son, George, of Manitowoc; five brothers, Albert, 
of Green Bay, Ervin, of Denver and Earl, Fred and Edwin, of Manitowoc; two 
grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Friends may call after 3 p.m Thursday at the funeral home.
Two Rivers Reporter, April 24, 1963 P. T-5
**********
[Henry H. Schmitt]


HILDA SCHMITT

Mrs. Hilda Schmitt, 91, of 1433 N. 6th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, 
February 7, 1987 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
were held 1:30 pm this Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Alfred Klumb officiated and burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmitt, nee Hilda Green, was born October 14, 1895 at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, 
daughter of the late Edward and Josephine Rommel Fanger Green. She resided in 
Manitowoc all her life. She was married to Reuben Schmitt, November 23, 1920 at 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death February 14, 1933. Prior to her retirement, 
Mrs. Schmitt was employed at Mirro Aluminum.
Survivors include three daughters and four sons-in-law, Marilyn and Robert 
Zimmerman of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, ruth and Arthur Albrecht and JoAnn and Robert 
Stelzer, all of Manitowoc and George Brewer of Carmel, California; two brothers, 
Alfred B. Green of Manitowoc and Donald Green of Antigo; ten grandchildren and 
nine great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Elaine Brewer, 
two brothers and two sisters.
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Feb. 9, 1987 page 15
******
[spouse of Reuben H. Schmitt]

JOHANN SCHMITT

(First publication March 2, 1882.) No. 17.
STATE OF WISCONSIN,-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.-IN PROBATE.
Probate Office, Manitowoc, February 23rd, A.D., 1882.
In the matter of the proof and probate of the last will and testament of John Schmitt, deceased.
Whereas, an instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of John Schmitt, late of the town of Manitowoc Rapids, in said county, deceased, has been filed in this office; and whereas application has been made by Anna Schmitt, who is named in said will as executrix thereof, praying that the same be proven and admitted to probate according to the laws of this State:
Therefore, it is ordered that said application be heard by this court at the Probate Office in the city of Manitowoc, in said county, on Tuesday, the 28th day of March, A.D., 1882, at 10 o'clock, A.M., of said day.
And it furhter ordered, that notice shall be given to all persons interested in said will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication of this order in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper printed and published in said county, for three successive weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing.
By the Court,
R.D. Smart, County Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Atttys.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 9, 1882 P. 3

JOHN SCHMITT    (d. 1923)

JOHN SCHMITT DEAD AFTER A YEAR'S ILLNESS 
John Schmitt, pioneer resident of Manitowoc county died at his home, 1025 South 
Twentieth street at 9:30 o'clock this morning following an illness of over a 
year's duration. 
Mr. Schmitt was born in Germany on March 16, 1857, coming to this country in 1861 
settling in Newton. He conducted a farm for many years and on December 21, 1888 
he was married to Miss Anna Naumann, Mr. and Mrs. Schmitt since moving to this 
city where they have resided for some time.  
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the home, 
1025 South Twentieth street and burial to take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Rev. 
O. A. Menke to officiate at the services.
Mr. Schmitt is survived by his wife, Mrs. Anna Schmitt; nine children, Mrs. Eleanore 
Johannes of this city, John Jr., of Liverpool, Iowa; Albert, Green Bay and Henry, 
Fred, Ervin, Carl, Edwin and Earl, all residing at home. Seven grandchildren, three 
brothers, Charles and Joseph Schmitt of this city and Matt of Chicago and one sister, 
Mrs. Kate Fell of Kaukauna also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 19, 1923 P. 1
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[bur. 11-21-1923/cause: cancer]


JOHN F. SCHMITT    (d. 1952)

John F. Schmitt, 61, of 407 N. 10th St., died Friday after a sudden heart 
attack in a downtown tavern.
Mr. Schmitt, who was born in Manitowoc in 1891, was pronounced dead by Dr. 
Theodore Teitgen, county coroner, after the city emergency ambulance was 
called.
Funeral services will be held at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home at 2 
p.m. Monday. Military rites at the graveside in Evergreen cemetery will be 
held by Rev. Richard Schmitz, chaplain of the American Legion Post. Mr. 
Schmitt was a veteran of World War I.
Following his release from the service, Mr. Schmitt worked at the Eggert Ice 
Company in Denver, Colo., and was foreman there for 28 years before his 
retirement two years ago.
He was a member of the Seaman Carrier’s Union. 
Survivors include the mother, Mrs. Anna Buehlman; seven brothers, Henry, 
Fred, Karl and Earl of Manitowoc, Albert of Green Bay, Erwin of Ogden, Utah, 
and Edwin of Manitowoc Rapids.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Sunday 
until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 20, 1952  P.2
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[John Fred Schmitt]


JOSEPH SCHMITT   (d. 1931)

Former City Official Dies Suddenly 
Stricken In Church, Dies On Reaching Home (photo)
Joseph Schmitt, 67, Retired Cigar Maker and Grocery Store Owner, 
Victim of Heart Attack 
Stricken with a heart attack while he was attending the Sunday morning 
mass at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on the West Side, yesterday, 
Joseph Schmitt, 67, former alderman, pioneer cigar maker and grocery 
store proprietor expired just as he was being helped into his home, 
1915 Western avenue, from a car. While not in the best of health for 
the past few months, the deceased has been up and around and did not 
complain of feeling ill when he left his home for church shortly before 
nine Sunday morning. 
Funeral services for Mr. Schmitt will be held Tuesday morning at 8:30 
o’clock from the home and at nine o’clock from the St. Paul’s Catholic 
church. The remains were removed to the home this afternoon from the 
Pfeffer parlors.
Born at Rapids
Mr. Schmitt was a native of the county, having been born at Manitowoc 
Rapids in 1864. He learned the cigar maker’s trade and for years conducted 
a shop on South Tenth street on the present site of the Streich oil station. 
Later, he opened a grocery store on Western Avenue adjoining his home which 
he leased two years ago to Earl Dusold. Up until a year and a half ago, he 
was employed as a cigar maker by Gilbert Thompson, but for several months, 
has been living a retired life.
Mr. Schmitt took an interest in politics and served a term in the city 
council as a representative of the Fifth ward during one of the 
administrations of the late Henry Stolze. He was a member of the Modern 
Woodmen.
Wife, 3 Sons Survive
On November 8, 1900, the deceased was married to Miss Emma Schwarzenbart, 
who survives him with three sons, Raymond and Clarence at home, and Ralph 
of Sheboygan Falls; a sister, Mrs. Matt Fell of Kaukauna; and one brother, 
Matt of Chicago. 
Mr. and Mrs. Schmitt a week ago Sunday observed the thirty-first anniversary 
of their marriage.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, November 16, 1931 
********
[bur. 11-17-1931/age 67 yrs/cause: apoplexy]


KARL E. SCHMITT    (d. 1963)

Karl E. Schmitt, 63, of 1501 Dewey St., Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military rites will be by Drews-Bleser Post of the American 
Legion.
Mr. Schmitt was born March 7, 1900, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and Anna 
Nauman Schmitt. Sept. 20, 1924, he married Lydia Kope at Menominee, Mich. The 
couple established residence at Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitt was a member of Boilermakers Local 443 and was employed as a 
boilermaker in Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He was a World War I navy veteran, 
from Aug. 14, 1918, to Feb. 7, 1919, then served in the reserves until 1931.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Robert of Manitowoc; four daughters, Mrs. 
Harley (Betty) Glover of Norway, Mich., Mrs. Roy (Carol) Brunner of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Dale (Janice) Bergene of Rt. 1, Cato, and Mrs. Dale (Joyce) Novak; six 
brothers, Henry, Fred W., Edward and Earl of Manitowoc, Albert of Green Bay and 
Ervin of Denver, Colo., and six grandchildren. A brother and a sister preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call at the Funeral Home.
Two Rivers Reporter, March 18, 1963 P. M-15


LILLIAN F. (TIMM) SCHMITT	    (d. 1981)

Mrs. Lillian F. Schmitt, 83, of 2914 Custer St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening, 
Aug. 21, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. William Klein will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. 
Mrs. Schmitt, nee Lillian Fredericka Timm, was born Dec. 6, 1897, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late John and Emma Krueger Timm. She resided in Manitowoc all her 
life and attended Manitowoc public schools. She was married to Harry F. Schmitt 
in April, 1917, at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in September 1952. Prior 
to her retirement due to illness in 1949 she had been employed at S.S. Kresge 
Company for 25 years. Mrs. Schmitt was a member and recorder for Royal Neighbors 
for 30 years, Legion Auxiliary post No. 88, VFW Auxiliary post No. 659, World 
War I barracks Auxiliary No. 2565 and Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary No. 
706
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Roy and Betty Lou Schmitt of Manitowoc; 
a daughter-in-law, Roy and Betty Lou Schmitt of Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-
law, Milly and Chip Gilmet of Manitowoc; a brother-in-law, John Derese of Arnold, 
Pa. She was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 o'clock to 9 o'clock this 
Sunday evening where a Memorial service will be 6:30 o'clock this Sunday evening 
by the VFW Auxiliary No. 659. 
Herald Times Reporter, August 23, 1981  P. 3
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Schmitt Correction 
Funeral services for Mrs. Lillian Schmitt, 83, of 2914 Custer St., Manitowoc, who 
died Friday were 11 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and burial was in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Inadvertently omitted from the list of survivors in Sunday's obituary were two 
sisters-in-law, Mrs. Arthur Schmitt and Mrs. Hilda Schmitt. 
Herald Times Reporter, August 2, 1981  P. 3
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[widow of Harry F. Schmitt]


LYDIA R. SCHMITT    (d. 1989)

Mrs. Lydia R. Schmitt, 86, formerly of 1433 N. 6th Street, Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday evening, September 13, 1989 at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be 10 am Saturday at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Jeff Vanden Heuvel will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmitt was born July 7, 1903 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Emil and 
Rose Sheratsky Kope. She grew up and was educated in Manitowoc, attending 
Manitowoc schools. She married Karl E. Schmitt on September 20, 1924 at Marinette, 
Wisconsin. He preceded her in death in March, 1963. Mrs. Schmitt was a member of 
the Manitowoc Senior Citizens and R.S.V.P.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Robert C. and Judy Schmitt of 
Manitowoc; four daughters and sons-in-law, Betty Lou and Harley Glover of Niagra, 
Wisconsin, Carol L. and Roy Brunner, Janice R. and Dale Bergene, Joyce J. and 
Dale Novak, all of Manitowoc; 16 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two infant sons, 
two brothers and three sisters.
Friends may call at Reinbold-Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlie Funeral Home, 6 pm to 8 pm 
Friday and Saturday morning until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Sept. 14, 1989 page B11
*********
[widow of Karl E. Schmitt]


OLIVE MARY (KUBSCH) SCHMITT    (d. 2006)

Olive M. Schmitt, age 93, formerly of 1515 Dewey St., Manitowoc, currently of 
Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, died Monday, Sept. 11, 2006, at Shady 
Lane. 
She was born June 4, 1913, in Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Matt and 
Anna Kubsch. On Oct. 11, 1932, she married Earl H. Schmitt in Manitowoc. He
preceded her in death June 9, 1982. Olive loved fishing, cooking, baking and 
spending time with her family. 
Survivors include four sons and three daughters-in-law: Thomas and Marion Schmitt, 
Manitowoc; Gary and Sue Schmitt, Fond du Lac; Dennis and Sheila Schmitt, Manitowoc; 
William Schmitt, Milwaukee; two daughters and sons-in-law: Nancy and Roy Berres, 
Manitowoc; Mary Ann and Robert Meyer, Appleton; and a sister-in-law: Florence 
Kubsch, Two Rivers. Also surviving are 17 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 
and one great-great-granddaughter. She was also preceded in death by a daughter: 
Peggy; four brothers and four sisters. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, 2006, at The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will 
be Deacon Robert Drobka with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation 
Care Center, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, 2006, until the time of 
service at 11 a.m. 
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the nursing staff second floor at 
Shady Lane, for the care and compassion extended to Olive. 
Herald Times Reporter, September 2006


PAULINE SCHMITT

Mrs. Pauline Schmitt, 87, of North Ridge Care Center, formerly of Park View 
Haven Apartments, 1325 N. 8th Street, Manitowoc, died early Saturday morning, 
February 28, 1987 at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 8 pm Monday at Harrigan-Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmitt was born April 25, 1899 at Tigerton, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Herman and Auguste Walach Broeske. She was educated in the Tigerton School 
System. She married Frederick W. Schmitt in February, 1916. Mrs.Schmitt was a 
member of St. John United Church of Christ and the Women's Guild of the Church.
Survivors include two sons and three daughters-in-law, Rev. Myron and Irene 
Schmitt of St. Charles, Illinois, Kenneth and Jean Schmitt of Oconomowoc, 
Wisconsin and Mrs. Mildred Schmitt of Marshall, Wisconsin; a daughter and son-
in-law, June and Herman Meisner of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; 11 grandchildren; 
21 great grandchildren; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends. She was 
preceded in death by a son, Donald and brothers and sisters.
Friends may call at Harrigan-Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Monday evening 
from 6 pm to the time of services at 8 pm. There will be no Sunday evening 
visitation.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Feb. 28, 1987 page 16
*******
[d. 02-28-1987/age 87 yrs./widow of Frederick W. Schmitt]


RAYMOND L. SCHMITT

Raymond L. Schmitt, 74, of 916 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund E. Olson will officiate with burial 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Schmitt was born Aug. 31, 1901, at Manitowoc, son of the late 
Joseph and Emma Schmitt. He married Aletta Tollefson May 19, 1930, 
at Manitowoc. Prior to his retirement in 1966, he was employed at 
Manitowoc Equipment Works. 
Survivors include his wife, two brothers, Clarence, of California 
and Ralph, of Milwaukee. 
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday 
and Wednesday until the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, November 17, 1975 
********
[bur. on Joseph Schmitt lot]
********
MISS TOLLEFSON IS BRIDE OF R.L. SCHMITT TODAY
At five o'clock this afternoon a pretty ceremony was performed by 
Rev. Walden when Miss Aletta Tollefson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. 
Tollefson, Buffalo Street, became the bride of Raymond L. Schmitt, 
son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Schmitt, Western Ave., at the home of 
the former's sister, Mrs. Alvin Hornburg.
Miss Florence Tollefson, a cousin of the bride, was the maid of 
honor and Ralph Schmitt, a brother of the groom, was the best man. 
A reception followed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Hornburg 
where a dinner was served to thirty friends and relatives of the 
couple.
Mr. and Mrs. Schmitt are leaving tomorrow on a honeymoon trip to 
Milwaukee and Chicago and will be at home to friends after June 1. 
The bride was formerly employed at the Hotel Manitowoc and the 
groom holds a position with the North Western Railway Co.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 19, 1930 page 7


ROY R. SCHMITT

Roy R. Schmitt, age 82, of 955 S. 30th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning, 
March 31, 2000, at his residence.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, April 3, 2000, at St. 
Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Ronald Reimer will officiate with burial 
to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Roy was born April 9, 1917, in Manitowoc, son of the late Harry and Lillian 
Timm Schmitt. He grew up and was educated in Manitowoc. He graduated from 
Lincoln High School with the class of 1935. Roy served with the United States 
Army during World War II and was stationed in England. He worked at the former 
Aluminum Specialty which is now known as the Newell Company for most of his 
life, retiring from the shipping department in 1979. Roy loved to bowl, hunting 
and fishing. He married Betty Lou Gerharz on September 27, 1952, at St. Paul 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc Yacht Club, V.F.W. Post #659, American Legion Post #88, Eagles Aerie 
#706 of Manitowoc, and a former member of the Seagulls.
Survivors include his wife, Betty Lou; one sister, Milie Gilmet, Manitowoc; 
sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Mary Ann Henning, Manitowoc, Dolores and 
Leonard Schweigl, Manitowoc, Jean and Ken Bushman, Manitowoc, Ruth Ann Schmidt, 
Manitowoc. Also surviving are many special nieces and nephews, other relatives 
and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers-in-law, 
Chip Gilmet, Fran Henning and Ken Schmidt.
Relatives and friends may call at Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, from 5-8 p.m. Sunday and also at the church on Monday from 9:30 a.m. 
until the time of Mass at 10 a.m. There will be a parish prayer service at 7 p.m. 
Sunday led by Deacon William Klein.
Herald Times Reporter, April 1, 2000 P. A2


RUBIN H. SCHMITT    (d. 1933)

DIES LAST EVE AT HOSPITAL 
Spinal Meningitis Claims Ruben Schmitt, Age 35 
A victim of spinal meningitis, Ruben Schmitt, aged 35 years, died last night 
at the Holy Family hospital. He had been ill for only ten days. 
Funeral services were held this afternoon from the hospital in charge of the 
Rev. Koeninger of the German Lutheran church.
The deceased was born in this city in 1897 and had always made his home here. 
For years he was employed as a shipyard worker and resided at 2910 Custer 
street. He was married 11 years ago to Miss Hilda Green, who survives him with 
four daughters, Ruth, Elaine, Marilyn and Joan, two brothers, Harry and Arthur, 
a sister, Mrs. Herbert Arndt, and “Grandma” Boldt.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 14, 1933  P.2
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[Reuben H./bur. 02-14-1933/age 34 yrs/cause: epidemic meningitis]


SAMUEL FRANCIS SCHMITT    (d. 1992)

Samuel Francis Schmitt, 16 months, of 2252 Menchl Drive, Manitowoc, died 
peacefully early Sunday morning, July 5, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center E.R., following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, 1992, at the Pfeffer Funeral 
Home. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. at the Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church, with burial to follow at the Evergreen Cemetery 
Manitowoc.
He was born February 16, 1991, in Manitowoc, Wis., son of Leo and Diane Brice 
Schmitt.
Survivors include his parents, Leo and Diane Schmitt of Manitowoc; one sister, 
Clare Schmitt, at home; one brother, Michael Schmitt, at home; maternal grandparents, 
Milton and Lois Brice, Manitowoc; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Francis (Cleo) Schmitt, 
Two Rivers; nine aunts and uncles; 21 cousins; many other relatives and friends also 
survive.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home on Tuesday morning, July 7, 1992, from 
9 a.m. until the time of services. There will be no Monday evening visitation. A 
memorial has been established in Samuel's name to the Holiday House Infant Stimulation 
Program.
Though here on earth for a very short time, Samuel touched the lives of many people 
and was loved by all who knew him. He taught us how to be strong, how to endure life's 
hardships, and how to love. He will be dearly missed by all.
Herald Times Reporter, July 6, 1992 P. A2
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[d. 07-05-1992/age 15 months]


ADOLPH J. SCHMITZ    (d. 1937)

A.J. SCHMITZ, LAWYER, DIES IN WAUKESHA 
Was District Attorney and Member of County Board Here Before Moving to Milwaukee 
Adolph J. Schmitz, 85, former Manitowoc attorney and official, and prominent for 
years in political and legal circles of Wisconsin, died Wednesday night at the 
home of his daughter, Mrs. Gordon Day at Lake Eagle, Waukesha county.
He was active in the practice of law in Milwaukee until two years ago when a 
stroke affected his left side. Since then he has resided with his daughter.
Burial Here 
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Olson and Thomas mortuary, 
Milwaukee. The body will be brought to Manitowoc for interment in Evergreen cemetery 
later Saturday.
Mr. Schmitz practiced law in this city from 1875 to 1897 when he moved to Milwaukee 
to become one of the leading members of the legal fraternity in that city.
A lifelong democrat, Mr. Schmitz served his party loyally. He was a candidate for 
lieutenant governor while a resident of this city and headed the Democratic ticket 
in the state in one campaign after locating in Milwaukee. Although a Democrat Mr. 
Schmitz was an ardent admirer and supporter of the late Senator Robert M. La 
Follette. 
Mr. Schmitz served as a county board member and also as district attorney in Manitowoc 
during the period of his residence here.
Born in Newton in 1852, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schmitz, he was educated 
in the district schools and enrolled in the University of Wisconsin. He was graduated 
from the law school of the university at Madison and returning to this city formed a 
partnership with L.J. Nash in 1875 under the firm name of Nash and Schmitz. 
Was District Attorney
The firm was dissolved in 1881 and Mrs. Schmitz opened his own law office. When the 
late Michael Kirwan retired a county judge a short time later, he entered into 
partnership with Mr. Schmitz under the name of Schmitz and Kirwan.
Mr. Schmitz served several terms on the county board and was elected district attorney 
by the Democratic party at two separate periods of his law practice here. In all he 
served 10 years as county prosecutor.
He was nominated by the Democratic party as a candidate for lieutenant governor of 
Wisconsin in the same campaign that saw Judge Emil Baensch of this city the candidate 
of the Republican party for the same office. Judge Baensch was elected.
In 1897 Attorney Schmitz left Manitowoc to locate in Milwaukee. He became a member 
of the law firm of O’Connor, Hammel and Schmitz, which later became O’Connor, Schmitz 
and Wild. In recent years, he headed the firm of Schmitz, Wild and Gross and continued 
active until suffering a stroke two years ago.
Charter K.P. Member 
Attorney Schmitz was a charter member of the Manitowoc Knights of Pythias lodge and 
a member of the Milwaukee Bar association and the Wisconsin Bar association.
His last official connection with state government came during ht administration of 
former Governor Albert G. Schmedeman, who appointed Mr. Schmitz a member of the board 
supervising collection of interest of state trust funds.
Mr. Schmitz married Miss Bertha Franz in this city soon after his return from the 
university. She died 12 years ago.
Five years ago, Mr. Schmitz was honored by the Stueben society at Milwaukee on the 
occasion of his eightieth birth.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Gordon Day, Waukesha county and Mrs. Meta Murphy, 
Oconomowoc, Wis.; two sons, Walter, Milwaukee, Roland, England; three brothers, Judge 
Edward S. Schmitz and Dr. W. C. Schmitz, city, Fred Schmitz, Fond du Lac; three sisters, 
Mrs. Amelia Kasbaum, Liberty, Mrs. Fred Groelle, town of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Henry 
Groth, city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 1, 1937  P.5
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CHANGE HOUR OF SERVICES 
Rites For A.J. Schmitz To Be Held Saturday Afternoon
Change in the hour of funeral rites for Adolph J. Schmitz, former resident, at 
Milwaukee Saturday, will bring earlier services at Evergreen cemetery here.
The rites will take place Saturday at 10:30 a.m., from the Thoma, Jones and Olson 
funeral chapel, Milwaukee, and the body will be brought by motor coach to this 
city. The body is expected to reach here between one and two o’clock in the 
afternoon and short services will take place at the grave.
Attorneys Pay Tribute 
Manitowoc attorneys today paid tribute to the ability of Mr. Schmitz, a state 
political leader for 60 years and whose early training in the legal profession 
was obtained in this city. 
In 1892 he was a delegate to the national convention of the Democratic party and 
four years later a candidate for lieutenant governor. In 1910 he was the party’s 
candidate for governor and was defeated in a close race by Francis E. McGovern, 
Milwaukee. Always an active campaigner Attorney Schmitz traveled to all parts of 
the state to back his chosen candidates. 
Mr. Schmitz was a past president of the Steuben society and of the Duetscher club, 
now the Wisconsin club at Milwaukee. His last public affiliation was as a member 
of the Annuity and investment board. 
Noted As Trial Lawyer 
Recognized as a highly able trial lawyer, Mr. Schmitz devoted himself chiefly to 
courtroom work. He was to be heard frequently arguing the case of the workingman, 
even before passage of the workmen’s compensation act. While district attorney in 
this city before moving to Milwaukee in 1856, he prosecuted some of the earliest 
violations of the banking act.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 2, 1937  P. 2
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[bur. 07-03-1937/d. Eagle, WI/age 85 yrs./cause: cerebral apoplexy/
bur. on A.J. Schmitz lot]


ALMA S. SCHMITZ

Mrs. Alma Schmitz, 96, of 2412 Wollmer Street, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, 
November 27, 1988, at her residence.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ. Rev. Stephen Schuette will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Schmitz was born October 7, 1892, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Jacob 
and Augusta Schuknecht Scherer. She attended school in Manitowoc and graduated 
from Manitowoc High School in 1911. She later attended Wisconsin Business 
College. She married Robert A. Schultz on August 30, 1919, in Manitowoc. The 
couple resided here all their lives. He preceded her in death in 1976. Mrs. 
Schmitz was employed at T. Schmittman and Sons Company of Manitowoc.
Survivors include a son, Robert of Manitowoc; sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. 
She was preceded in death by a sister.
Friends may call at First Reformed United Church of Christ from 11 a.m. to the 
time of services on Wednesday. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. 
Memorials may be made to the First Reformed Church organ fund. Jens Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, assisted the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 28, 1988 P. 15
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[widow of Robert Schmitz]


ANNA SCHMITZ    (d. 1947)

Mrs. Herman Schmitz, 78, died this morning at the Holy Family hospital following 
a brief illness.
For the past six years she ahd been residing with her son and daughter-in-law, 
Mr. and Mrs. Karl Schmitz of 916 St. Clair street.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Frazier mortuary chapel, the 
Rev. R.B. Walden officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Schmitz, nee Anna Engeldinger, was born in Bolt, Kewaunee county, and when a 
child came to this city to make her home with her foster parents, Mr. and Mrs. 
Marthias Kettenhofen. Fifty years ago she was married to Herman Schmitz, Manitowoc, 
hardware merchant and former alderman. Mr. Schmitz died in 1934.
Mrs. Schmitz for years was active in musical circles of the city.
Survivors are a son, Karl of this city, a sister, Mrs. Herman Paulus of Milwaukke; 
and two grandchildren, (private).
The body may be viewed at the mortuary after 2 p.m. Thursday. Friends are asked 
to omit flowers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, January 14, 1947 P.2
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Mr. Herman Schmitz and Miss Anna Kettenhoffen were married yesterday evening at 
the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Kettenhoffen. Mr. Schmitz is a member of the firm 
of Wernecke & Schmitz and is an enterprising young businessman and a gentleman 
of sterling character. The bride is a very popular young lady and deserves to 
be, as she is generous and kindly in her nature.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs, Oct 6, 1921


ARNO SCHMITZ

ARNO SCHMITZ, WELL KNOWN IN THIS CITY, DIES AT MILWAUKEE, 
BODY HERE FOR BURIAL TOMORROW
Messages received here today from Milwaukee brought news of the 
death in that city of Arno Schmitz, well known here who passed 
away following an operation at a Milwaukee hospital. The body will 
be brought here tomorrow afternoon at 4, under escort of a Milwaukee 
lodge of Masons and burial will be held at Evergreen direct from the 
Northwestern station. Mr. Schmitz is a son of A.L. Schmitz formerly 
of Kewaunee, now of Shawano and a brother of Mrs. Henry Wilda and 
Miss Irma Schmitz of this city and a nephew of Edward S. and Louis A. 
Schmitz. A sister Nora in Montana and the father at Shawano also 
survive. Decedent was 33 years of age and was secretary-treasurer of 
the Ivanhoe Motor Company at Milwaukee where he had made his home the 
past few years. Mr. Schmitz had visited here often and had a large 
circle of friends in the city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, April 17, 1919 Page 7
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[Arno B Schmitz/bur. 04-18-1919/cause: tuberculosis/of left kidney/
bur. on Henry J Wilda lot]


AUGUST SCHMITZ  (d. 1934)

August Schmitz First To Die in Big Family
Dies At 76 At Shawano Breaking Record of Longevity
A remarkable record of longevity in the family of the late Mr. and Mrs. 
Fred Schmitz Sr., pioneer residents of Manitowoc county, was broken this 
morning with the death at Shawano of Attorney August Schmitz, 76.
The Shawano attorney, born and brought up in this county but for a quarter 
of a century practicing law away from here, is the first member of the 
family of six brothers and three sisters to die. The oldest is Fred Schmitz 
of Fond du Lac who is 84 and the youngest Mrs. Henry Groth of this city, 
who is 61 years of age.
Messages received here by his daughters, Miss Irma Schmitz and Mrs. Henry 
Wilda, told of the death of their father. Attorney Edward Schmitz, a 
brother, left at once for Shawano to arrange to bring the body to Manitowoc 
for burial.
Funeral services, which will be
Continued on page 2
AUGUST SCHMITZ IS FIRST TO DIE IN BIG MANITOWOC FAMILY
(Continued from page 1)
private, will be held Monday at 2 p.m. with interment at Evergreen cemetery.
August Schmitz was born in Manitowoc county and after receiving a common 
school education in this city, took up the study of law at Oshkosh.
With Kirwan
Later he came to Manitowoc, studied law in the offices of the late Judge 
Michael Kirwan and was admitted to the bar. He located for a time at 
Kewaunee and 25 years ago moved to Shawano to open a law office. He 
continued to practice there.
He was married here to Augusta Dumke, who died shortly before Mr. Schmitz 
moved to Shawano.
Survivors are three daughters, Irma Schmitz, registrar in probate and Mrs. 
Henry Wilda, both of this city, and Mrs. William Hardtrath of Seattle, 
Wash., a son Oron, Columubus, Ohio; five brothers, Attorney Edward Schmitz, 
Louis A. Schmitz and Dr. William Schmitz, all of this city, Attorney Adolph 
J. Schmitz, Milwaukee, and Fred of Fond du Lac; and three sisters, Mrs. 
Henry Groth and Mrs. Fred Groelle, both of this city, and Mrs. Amella 
Kasbaum, Liberty.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, January 19, 1934 P. 1
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[August L./bur. 1-22-1934/age 75 yr/d. at Belleplaine-Shawano, WI/
cause: cancer of left side of face-hemorrhage/bur. on Mrs. H.A. Dumbke lot]


AUGUSTE SCHMITZ

Death Mon. in Milwaukee of Mrs. A. L. Schmitz of Kewaunee, of blood
poisoning. She was 37 yrs. old and is survived by her husband and 5 
small children. The body was brought to Manitowoc and will be buried 
this afternoon in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 16 Sept. 1897
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Mrs. Augusta Schmitz of Kewaunee, wife of A.L. Schmitz, died in Milwaukee on 
Monday morning. The immediate cause of death was a surgical operation performed 
by Dr. Caspar Scheuermann. At the time of the operation she gave birth to a pair 
of twins, but neither lived very long. Dr. Scheuermann was arrested in the afternoon 
for manslaughter. He is an old practitioner. Mrs. Schmitz was a former resident of 
this city where her husband studied law.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 16, 1897  pg. 3
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[bur. 09-13-1897/age 37 yrs./cause: pyaemia]


BERTHA F. SCHMITZ    (d. Oct. 1927)

DEATH CLAIMS MRS. A. SCHMITZ AT MILWAUKEE 
Former Resident of This City; Wife of Prominent Attorney, Passes
Messages from Milwaukee at noon today to relatives brought news of the death 
in that city of Mrs. A. J. Schmitz, former resident of this city who passed 
away at the family home. Mrs. Schmitz had been in failing health for the past 
two years but news of her death comes as a shock to friends as her condition 
was not thought to be serious at this time.
Funeral arrangements have not been completed and it is not known whether the 
body will be brought here or buried at Milwaukee. 
Planned Golden Wedding
The death of Mrs. Schmitz occurred on the eve of the fiftieth anniversary of 
her marriage and while she with Mr. Schmitz was planning for a happy family 
reunion to observe the golden anniversary. The anniversary would have occurred 
in early December and Mrs. Schmitz had been looking forward to it with happy 
anticipation.
Home Here Many Years 
Mrs. Schmitz was 71 years of age and before her marriage was Berta Franz, 
daughter of the late John Franz, of this city. The Schmitz family removed to 
Milwaukee years ago and Mr. Schmitz has attained prominence in his profession 
and is widely known over the state.
Besides her husband, Mrs. Schmitz is survived by two sons, Walter at Milwaukee 
and Roland at Philadelphia and by two daughters, Mrs. Henry Murphy of Florida 
and Mrs. Gordon Day at Milwaukee. Two sisters, Mrs. W. G. Kemper this city and 
Mrs. Eliza Becker of New Jersey also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 28, 1927  P.1
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[bur. 10-31-1927/died at Milwaukee, WI/cause: cerebral apoplexia/bur. on A.J. 
Schmidt lot]
(Bertha FRANZ Schmidt 
(Mrs. A.H)/d. 28 Oct. 1927/age 70 yrs./res. Milwaukee/from record of St. 
James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


BERTHA L. SCHMITZ    (d. Sept. 1927)

WIFE OF DOCTOR SCHMITZ TAKEN BY DEATH TODAY
Mrs. Bertha Schmitz, wife of Dr. W.C. Schmitz, passed away at the home this 
morning, death closing a long period of suffering. Death was due to Bright's 
disease. For the last three months Mrs. Schmitz' condition has been critical 
and the end came as a hoped for relief today.
Funeral services have not been arranged for and will be announced tomorrow.
Surviving Mrs. Schmitz is her husband, Dr. W.C. Schmitz, a son, O.W. Schmitz, 
of Sheboygan and two daughters, Miss Clara, at home, and Mrs. L. Horstman of 
the city. Two brothers, Ernst of Chilton and Fred of Milwaukee, and three 
sisters, Mrs. Anna Bodner of Grand Island, Neb., Mrs. Clara Rasch of Chilton 
and Mrs. Melnardus of Kiel also survive.
Mrs. Schmitz, nee Dumke, was born in Newton, April 7, 1859, and lived there 
until 16 years of age when a move was made to Meeme. Later the family moved 
to Chilton and Mrs. Schmitz came to this city where she established a 
millinery. On Oct. 5, 1886, she was married to Dr. Schmitz and they took 
residence at St. Nazianz where they lived until eight years ago, then came 
to Manitowoc where they since resided.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. September 19, 1927 P. 2
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[bur. 9-22-1927/cause: bright's disease/wife of Wm. C. Schmitz]


CARL SCHMITZ    (d. 1885)

Carl Schmitz Esq., a well to do farmer of Newton died very suddenly yesterday 
afternoon. The deceased was in the office of John Franz transacting some 
business when he complained of feeling unwell and began to reel to and fro in 
his chair; before Mr. Franz could reach him he fell senseless. Mr. Franz called 
Messrs. Schmitz & Kirwan who were in the adjoining room and the unfortunate man 
was placed on a lounge and Dr. Luhman who happened to be near by was immediately 
summoned but before the Dr. could reach him life had fled. 
The deceased was one of our oldest settlers and was one of the most prominent men 
in his town. He has held many town offices and several times been a supervisor. 
The blow is a dreadful one to his family.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, June 16, 1885  P. 3
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From the files of the Manitowoc Pilot - TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO - (1885)
OBITUARY
On Monday evening Carl Schmitz of Newton, this county, while in the office of 
John Franz in this city, fell out of the chair in which he was sitting and in 
a few minutes was dead. When he fell Mr. Franz went to his assistance and Mr. 
Adolph Schmitz, his nephew, coming from an adjoining room placed him in a chair 
and a doctor was instantly summoned. But the dying man gave no signs of life 
except an oppressive stertorous breathing and died a few seconds after the 
doctor's arrival. He was a man of fine physique and a splendid example of green 
old age, being well preserved, cheery in his manners and quite healthy in 
appearance. He never suffered from sickness and never had on any occasion to 
consult a physician. His death resulted either from apoplexy or disease of the 
heart.
He was born in Ham, Westphalia, Germany, in March, 1819, and emigrated in 1847 
coming to Newton the following year, where he has since resided on his farm. Here 
he married Christiana Groelle, nine children resulting from the marriage, one an 
unusually bright boy having died a few years ago while a student in the state 
university. A number of the daughters are married, but all the boys are still at 
the old homestead except those who are attending school outside the county.
Mr. Schmitz was a fine example of the farmer citizen, being a man of exemplary 
habits, liberality of sentiment and sturdy independence. Industry and intelligence 
in the management of his farm brought an amount of property far in excess of that 
held by the average farmer. He will be missed by his neighbors, all of whom 
respected him for his many excellent qualities. The funeral took place today.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 16, 1910
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Sudden death of Mr. Carl Schmitz of Newton on Mon. morning here in
Manitowoc. He had come here to pick up his son, who is a student in the normal
school in Oshkosh and who had arrived from there during the night. While stopping
in the office of Mr. John Fronz, Carl Schmitz fell lifeless to the floor. Mr.
Schmitz had first come to Newton when it was just a forest and, not only built it
into a lovely place, but served there in many offices: Supervisor, Justice of the 
Peace, Town Clerk, etc. He was a founder of the Newton Fire Insurance Company, and 
for many years was Director of the Newton Vocal Chorus. He was 66 years old and
leaves a large family. Burial will take place this morning at 11am.
Der Nord Westen, 18 June 1885
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The funeral of Mr. Carl Schmitz of Newton was one of the largest which has ever 
passed through the city. There were probably over a hundred teams in the 
procession.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, June 23, 1885  P.3


CARL MATHIAS SCHMITZ    (d. 1931)

CARL SCHMITZ DIES AFTER A BRIEF ILLNESS
Pneumonia, setting in after an operation for hernia had apparently been successful, 
yesterday afternoon at 3:15 o'clock brought death to Carl M. Schmitz, 77 year old 
pioneer county and city resident. Death occurred at the hospital where he had been 
a patient since Monday.
Born in the town of Newton on August 11, 1854, Mr. Schmitz spent his early life 
there and engaged in farming in the township until he was about 50 years of age. 
He then disposed of his property and moved to Manitowoc where he lived a retired 
life until he was taken to the hospital on Monday of this week. He lived alone at 
Fourteenth and Green streets for a number of years and occupied his time with 
truck gardening on a plat of ground he owned there.
While a resident of the town of Newton, he held various positions of trust and was 
active in the affairs of the Newton Fire Insurance company as well as serving as 
health officer in his own township. He was a life member of the Freier Saengerbund 
society of this city.
He never married and his only immediate survivors are a brother, Herman Schmitz, 
this city, and four sisters, Mrs. Carl Wernecke, Newton; Mrs. Fred Martens and Mrs. 
Henry Wernecke, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Ed. Thomas, Milwaukee.
Members of the Freier Saengerbund of which Mr. Schmitz was a life member will sing 
at the funeral services tomorrow afternoon. Services will be held at 1:30 o'clock 
from the home of his sister, Mrs. Henry Wernecke, 1128 S. Seventh street, and at 
2 o'clock from the Reformed church. Rev. Otto Menke will officiate at the services 
and at Evergreen cemetery where interment will take place. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, October 9, 1931 P.3
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[age 77 yrs/cause: strangulated hernia]


CATHERINE SCHMITZ  (d. 1942)

Mrs. Henry Schmitz, 83, died at 6 a.m. today at the home, 1110 South 
14th street. Death was attrubuted to complications attendant upon old 
age.
Funeral arrangements were not completed today but will be announced 
Thursday along with the time when the body may be viewed. The body was 
taken to the Pfeffer funeral home.
Mrs. Schmitz, ne (sic) Catherine Hetzel, was born March 19, 1859 in the 
town of Centerville. She was married Oct. 16, 1884. Twenty-eight years 
ago the couple moved to this city.
Survivors are the widower; three sons, Otto of Newton, Robert of this 
city, and Dr. Herbert Schmitz of New York City; seven grandchildren; 
and one great grandchild. A son, Edwin, died in July of this year.
Mrs. Schmitz was a member of the First Reformed church from where the 
funeral services are expected to be held with the Rev. A.C. Fischer 
officiating.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, November 18, 1942 P.2
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Funeral services for Mrs. Henry Schmitz, 83, who died at her home, 
1110 South 14th street, Wednesday morning, will be held from the 
First Reformed church at 2 p.m. Saturday with the Rev. A.C. Fischer 
officiating. Interment will be made in Evergreen cemetery.
The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer funeral home from Friday 
noon until 10 a.m. when it will be moved to the church to lie in 
state until the time of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, November 19, 1942 P.2
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[d. 11-18-1942/age 83 yrs./cause: ciptitis/wife of Henry Schmitz] 


CHRISTINE SCHMITZ  (d. 1917)

DEATH CLAIMS ONE OF THE COUNTY’S OLDEST RESIDENTS
Mrs. Christina Schmitz, Widow of Late Carl Schmitz Passes Away
HAD ATTAINED RIPE OLD AGE OF 88 YEARS
Death claimed one of the oldest residents of Manitowoc county today 
in the passing of Mrs. Christina Schmitz who died at her home on 
South Fourteenth street. Mrs. Schmitz had been in failing health for 
some time, her advanced age, nearly 89, making the battle against 
death a hard one. 
The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Schmitz, nee Groelle, 
was born in Saxony, Germany, April 18, 1829, and came to Manitowoc 
county as a girl of 18 and had since resided here. The family located 
on a farm in Newton and in 1849 she was married to Mr. Schmitz who 
preceded her in death in 1885. Of late years Mrs. Schmitz had made her 
home in the city with her son, Carl. Mrs. Schmitz is survived by six 
children, Mrs. Karl Wernecke, Newton; Mrs. Henry Wernecke, this city; 
Mrs. Fred Martens, Rapids; Mrs. Fred Martens, Rapids; Mrs. Thomas, 
Milwaukee, Carl and Herman A. Schmitz of this city. 
A woman beloved by all who knew her kindly deeds and lovable disposition. 
Mrs. Schmitz will be sincerely mourned by a large circle of friends. 
Mrs. Schmitz was a member of the German Reformed church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, Nov. 08, 1917, Page 1
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[bur. 11-11-1917/age 88 yrs/cause: apoplexy/bur. on Carl Schmitz lot]


CHRISTINE M. SCHMITZ    (d. 1987)

Mrs. Christine M. Schmitz, 91, of 916 St. Clair Street, Manitowoc, died Thursday, 
September 24, 1987 at her residence. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Saturday 
at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and 11 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. William Zimmer 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmitz was born July 26, 1896 at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, daughter of the late 
Thomas and Mary Konop Wattawa. She attended the Manitowoc Public School System. 
She married Karl M. Schmitz on August 17, 1918 at Manitowoc. Mr. Schmitz was 
affiliated with Mirro Aluminum for many years and preceded her in death in 1965. 
She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the church's Altar Society; 
member of the Manitowoc Elks Club Auxiliary and member of Branch River Country 
Club.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Karl and Dolores Schmitz Jr. of 
Whitefish Bay; a daughter and son-in-law, Jane and Carl Burkard of Wilmette, 
Illinois; five grandchildren, Amy, Ann and Mary Burkard and Karl III and Victoria 
Schmitz; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death 
by four brothers and five sisters.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 5 pm to 9 pm Friday evening 
where a prayer service will be at 7:30 pm led by Father zimmer.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Sept. 25, 1987 page 18
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[widow of Karl Schmitz/bur. on Anna Schmitz lot]


CLARA SCHMITZ  (d. 1958)

Mrs. Edward Schmitz, 81, of 1206 S. 13th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, of a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at First Reformed Church, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. T.P. Crusius officiating and with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Clara Mueller was born at Reedsville March 11, 1877, daughter 
of the late Mr. and Mrs. Gustave Mueller. She was married April 5, 1890, 
to Atty. Edward S. Schmitz who preceded her in death in 1951. Mrs. 
Schmitz was a member of the First Reformed Church and the Order of the 
Eastern Star 196.
Survivors include seven sons, Edward Jr., Frederick, Woodrow and Richard 
of Manitowoc; Gustave of Harrisburg, Ill., Miller of Wauwatosa and Paul 
of Spokane, Wash.; four daughters, Mrs. A. Jay Freeman of Kenosha, Mrs. 
Emile Beniger of Tampa, Fla., Mrs. C.H. Howlette of Davenport, Ia., and 
Mrs. George Isselmann of Glen Rock, N.J.; two brothers, Fred of Berkeley, 
Calif., and Dr. Augustus Henry of Clearwater, Fla.; a sister, Mrs. B. 
Nespor of Manitowoc; and 10 grandchildren.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3:30 p.m. Friday 
until 10:30 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be removed to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, November 6, 1958 P. 25
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[d. 11-05-1958/age 81 yrs./widow of Edward S. Schmitz]


CLARA SCHMITZ    (d. 1969)

Miss Clara Schmitz, 78, of Manitowoc, died Friday at Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, and will be conducted by a Christian Science reader. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Schmitz was born Sept. 27, 1890, at St. Nazianz, daughter of the late Dr. 
and Mrs. W. C. Schmitz. She operated a millinery store at Chilton until retire-
ment and then lived at Manitowoc and Milwaukee. A brother and a sister preceded 
her in death.
Survivors include five nephews and one niece. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 9 a.m. Wednesday until the time of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 20, 1969  P.7 
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[bur. on W.C. Schmitz lot (daughter)]


DAVID WARREN "BUZ" SCHMITZ    (d. 2000)

Of Cedarburg, WI. November 12, 1911 - September 24, 2000. Beloved husband of 
the late Lucile (nee Nelson). Loving father of Katharine Kaufman and the late 
twin, David "Buzz" Schmitz. Dear brother of Richard (Shirley) Schmitz. Dear 
uncle of the late Charles Nelson Conley. Further survived by many other loved 
relatives and friends. Bill was a WW II veteran with the U.S. Navy.
No newspaper cited


EDWARD F. SCHMITZ  (d. 1973)

Edward F. Schmitz, 70, of 812 School St., Manitowoc, died early Sunday 
morning at home
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Reformed United Church 
of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Schultz will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitz was born Feb. 13, 1903, at Manitowoc, son of the late Judge 
Edward and Clara Mueller Schmitz. He attended Manitowoc schools, graduating 
from Manitowoc High School and Manitowoc County Teachers College. He later 
attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He married Marion Luikart 
Apr. 17, 1938, at Lincoln, Neb., and the couple always resided at Manitowoc. 
He was a self employed insurance salesman. He was a former justice of the 
peace and acting county judge. He was a member of the First Reformed United 
Church of Christ, Insurance Board, Manitowoc Masonic Lodge No. 65, F&AM, 
Manitowoc Chapter No. 196, O.E.S and Manitowoc Commandery No. 45 K.T.
Survivors include his wife, a son and two daughters; five brothers, Richard 
and Fredrick, of Manitowoc, Gustave, of Harrisburg, Ill., Paul, of Spokane, 
Wash., and Miller, of Cedarburg, Wis.; four sisters, Mrs. A. Jay (Lela) 
Freemand and Mrs. C.H. (Elda) Howlette, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Emil (Lola) 
Beniger, of Crystal River, Fla., and Mrs. George (Rona) Isselmann, of Glen 
Rock, N.J. and five grandchildren. A brother and a great granddaughter 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home from 5 to 9 o'clock this Monday 
afternoon until noon Tuesday and then at the church until the time of 
service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. October 29, 1973
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(13 Feb 1903/Oct 1973/SSDI)


EDWARD S. SCHMITZ  (d. 1951)

Judge Edward Schmitz, 81, Dies Suddenly at Madison
Veteran in Legal Circles in County
Judge Edward S. Schmitz, 81 (photo), veteran Manitowoc attorney and 
jurist for more than half a century, died suddenly Saturday morning 
at the Wisconsin General hospital, Madison.
He was taken to the hospital last week and stricken with coronary 
thrombosis as two of his sons prepared to leave for Madison to return 
their father to his Manitowoc home, 1206 South 13th street.
Judge Schmitz, who started the practice of law in Manitowoc in 1897, 
served terms as city attorney and district attorney and was county 
judge from 1937 to 1944. In recent years he had been in law practice 
with two sons, City Atty. Woodrow Schmitz and Atty. Richard Schmitz.
Funeral plans are incomplete but will probably be held Tuesday afternoon 
at the First Reformed church in Manitowoc of which congregation he was 
a member.
Judge Schmitz was born in Newton in 1869 and after graduation from high 
school taught school for five years before entering the University of 
Wisconsin. He was graduated from the law school of the university in 
1896 and was admitted to practice by the Manitowoc County Bar association 
Feb. 2, 1897.
Elected District Attorney
He first entered the law firm of A.J. Schmitz, his brother, and Judge 
Michael Kirwan. Later he formed a partnership with Judge Isaac Craite 
and Richard Burke under the firm name of Schmitz, Burke and Craite. 
He was elected district attorney in 1898 and 1901 and served a third 
term in 1912. He also served as city attorney in 1903 under the late 
Mayor W.G. Kemper.
Always an active Democrat, Judge Schmitz had a prominent part in party 
politics in Manitowoc county and the state. Down through the years he 
was chairman of the Democratic county committee and also was head of 
the speaking campaigns of the party.
He was active in school and civic affairs and was one of the leaders 
of the movement that led to the unification of the Manitowoc school 
systems and creation of a central high school. He served on a committee 
of lawyers acting as a draft advisory board to assist conscription 
registrants in World War II.
Later Judge Schmitz formed a law partnership with Fred Groelle, under 
the firm name of Schmitz and Groelle. He was appointed county judge by 
the late Gov. A.G. Schmedemann to succeed the late Judge John Chloupek 
in 1934. At the April, 1937, election he was elected to a full six year 
term without opposition.
Honored by War Group
When he retired as county judge in 1944, Judge Schmitz entered into a 
law partnership with two sons, City Atty. Woodrow Schmitz and Richard 
Schmitz. He continued active in this field until last week when he 
went to the Madison hospital for a routine checkup.
In 1946 Judge Schmitz and City Atty. Fred Dicke of Two Rivers were 
honored at a dinner by the County Bar association. They completed 50 
years of law practice in the county.
During his long residence in Manitowoc, Judge Schmitz was active in 
numerous organizations, including the County Bar association and the 
Wisconsin Bar association. At various times, he held membership in 
the Elks, Eagles, Knights of Pythias, Odd Fellows and Freier 
Saengerbund.
Judge Schmitz married Miss Clara A. Mueller April 5, 1899. The couple, 
parents of 11 children, observed its golden wedding anniversary in 
Manitowoc in 1949.
Survivors are his wife; four daughters, Mrs. A.J. Freeman of Kenosha, 
Mrs. Emil Beniger of Los Angeles, Mrs. C.H. Howlette of Davenport, 
Ia., and Mrs. George Isselmann, of Glenrock, N.J.; seven sons, Woodrow, 
Richard, Edward Jr., and Frederick of Manitowoc, Miller of Milwaukee, 
Gustave of Harrisburg, Ill., and Paul of Seattle, Wash.; two sisters, 
Mrs. Henry Groth of Manitowoc and Mrs. Emma Groelle of route 3, 
Manitowoc; and 14 grandchildren.
Members of the County Bar association will form an honorary escort at 
the funeral rites.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, January 13, 1951 P. 1
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[d. 01-13-1951 at Madison, WI/age 81 yrs./bur. on Clara Schmitz lot]


ELIZABETH SCHMITZ

Funeral services for Mrs. Elizabeth Schmitz, 100, formerly of 1513 Cambridge Ave., 
who died Thursday morning at Sunny Ridge, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday a 
Ballhorn Funeral Chapels.
The Rev. Elmer Becker will officiate. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 9 p.m. tonight, and Saturday until 
the time of services.
The former Elizabeth Bermke was born Dec. 1, 1884, in the Town of Centerville 
(Manitowoc County), a daughter of the late William and Emma Bermke. She attended 
district school.
On May 8, 1909, she married Oscar W. Schmitz. The couple lived in Sheboygan. He 
died March 22, 1942.
She was a member of Ebenezer United Church of Christ.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Raymond (Viola) Bortz of Los Angeles, Calif.; 
a son, Allen O. of Sheboygan; eight grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, a great-
great-grandchild; and a sister, Mrs. Olive Rehrauer of Two Rivers. A brother, 
three sisters, a grandchild and a great-grandchild preceded her in death.
A memorial fund has been established in Mrs. Schmitz's name for Ebenezer UCC.
Sheboygan Press, April 12, 1985  P. 6
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[d. at Sheboygan, WI/widow of Oscar W. Schmitz/bur. on Dr. William C. Schmitz lot]


FRANCES A. SCHMITZ

Mrs. Frances A. Schmitz, 92, of Fremont, California, formerly of Manitowoc, 
died Tuesday morning, February 17, 1987 at Fremont, California. Funeral services 
were held this Friday morning at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. 
William Plank officiated with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmitz was born September 23, 1894 at Milwaukee, daughter of the late 
Frederick and Mathilda Paff Zentner. She married George W. Schmitz in 1920 at 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1980.
Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law, Helene and John Dehnbostel 
of Fremont, California, Frances and Ted Dumski of Elyria, Ohio and Jean and 
Quinn Knapp of Gibsonton, Florida; eight grandchildren and five great 
grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Ellen 
Dietrich in 1974.
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Feb. 20, 1987 page 13
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[d. at Fremont CA/widow of George Schmitz/bur. on Fred Zentner lot]


FRED SCHMITZ    (d. 1905)

Death late Sat. night of Fritz Schmitz, one of the best known residents 
of our county, in the residence of his son-in-law, Henry Groth, with 
whom he had lived for a long time. He went to bed Sat. evening feeling 
well and had a short conversation with his daughter, Mrs. Groth, and 
went to sleep with his hands folded over chest hoping for a good night’s 
sleep. He was found dead the following morning in that same position. 
Mr. Schmitz was born 25 Dec. 1820 in Hamm, Westfalia, the son of well 
situated parents. In 1847 he came to America with 2 of his brothers. 
The 3 brothers, all musically trained, joined an orchestra of an 
itinerant stage touring company and journeyed throughout the United 
States. In 1848 they bought 240 acres of land in Town Newton, Manitowoc 
County, which they developed into 3 flourishing farms. On 31 Jan. he 
married Miss Johanna Groell, and that same day his brother married a 
sister of the bride. His wife preceded him in death about 10 yrs. ago, 
and her loss was a heavy blow for him.
Der Nord Westen, 09 Feb. 1905
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Mr. Schmitz had a profound influence in his town and in the 
entire county. For a while he was a teacher in Town Newton. 
For many years he served on the Board of County Supervisors, 
and during that time was on a committee that constructed the 
local mental facility, for which he then served a long time 
as trustee. In 1874 he was elected as a representative of the 
State Assembly and represented his district in Madison in 1875.
Mr. Schmitz organized the first musical group in our county 
and was one of the founders and long-standing members of the 
German Farmer Fire Insurance Co. of Newton. In recent years, 
as he was overtaken by advancing age, he retired and went to
live with the family of his sonin-law Mr. Groth. Mr. Schmitz 
leaves 9 children. He is also survived by his brother Henry, 
who still lives in Newton. The funeral was held yesterday 
afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 09 Feb. 1905
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Frederick Schmitz one of the oldest pioneers of the county, passed away at his 
home Sunday morning. The deceased was 85 years of age. He was a native of Hamm, 
Prussia, Germany. He came to America in 1847, and resided at Milwaukee for about 
a year. He then removed to a farm in the town of Newton, where he resided until 
three years ago, when he removed to this city. January 31, 1849, he was married 
to Johanna Groell, who responded to the final summons a year ago, her demise 
being the first in the family of parents and nine children
Mr. Schmitz was the organizer of the first orchestra in the county. He was member 
of the county board of supervisors for more than fifteen years, and served on the 
committee that supervised the erection of the new insane asylum. Subsequently he 
was trustee of the asylum. In 1874 he was elected to the legislature, where he 
served one term. He was a staunch democrat and took an active interest in 
political matters for many years. He was instrumental in organizing the Newton 
Farmers' Mutual Fire Insurance company, one of the most flourishing mutual companies 
in Wisconsin. He is survive by nine children, six sons and three daughters. The 
children are: Fred, Fond du lac; Adolph J., Milwaukee; August, Kewaunee, William, 
Shawano; Edward and Louis, this city; Mrs. J. Kasbaum, Liberty, Mrs. F. Groelle, 
Newton, and Miss Hulda. The funeral took place from the late home Wednesday 
afternoon.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 9, 1905 P. 1
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COUNTY COURT, MANITOWOC COUNTY, STATE OF WISCONSIN.
In the matter of the estate of Fred Schmitz, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of E.S. Schmitz, representing that Fred Schmitz, 
deceased, in his life time by his contract in writing, agreed to sell and convey to 
the petitioner certain real estate therein described, upon the terms and conditions 
therein stated.
That he has fully performed said conditions and paid the purchase money for said real 
estate, and is now entitled to the conveyance thereof; and praying that the executor 
of the estate of Fred Schmitz, deceased, be authorized and directed to convey the 
same to him.
It is Ordered that said petion be heard at a special term of County Court, on Tuesday, 
the 11th day of September, A.D. 1906, at the Court House of Manitowoc County, Wisconsin.
It is further Ordered that notice of the pendancy of said petition and of the time and 
place of hearing of the same be published at least three weeks before the day fixed in 
such hearing, in the Manitowoc PIlot, a weekly newspaper published at the City of 
Manitowoc, in said County, and that the last publication be not more than ten days 
before the day fixed.
Dated, August 8, 1906.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, August 30, 1906 P. 4
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Fred Schmitz
birth: 25 December 1820 Germany
death: 6 February 1905 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1905 Manitowoc
spouse: Johanna Groelle
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[bur. 02-08-1905/age 84 yrs./cause: old age]


FREDERICK A. SCHMITZ    (d. 1942)

Fred Schmitz, 91, brother of County Judge Edward S. Schmitz of this city, and 
a native of Newton, this county, died yesterday at Fond du Lac. Since he 
retired from business Mr. Schmitz has been living with his son, Erwin, in Fond 
du Lac. 
Funeral services will be held at Fond du Lac, Monday at 1 p.m. and the body 
will be brought to Manitowoc for burial.
Mr. Schmitz, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Schmitz, was born at Newton in 
1850. He married Miss Hulda Dumke. Sixty years ago they moved to Unity, Wis., 
where he operated a grocery store for 10 years. He disposed of his store there 
and located in Fond du Lac, where he operated a grocery store for many years. 
He retired 20 years ago. Mrs. Schmitz died 35 years ago.
He is survived by a son, Erwin, of Fond du Lac; brother, Judge Schmitz of this 
city; two sisters, Mrs. Fred Groelle of the town of Manitowoc, Mrs. Henry Groth 
of this city. A daughter, Mrs. William Ibs of this city, died four years ago.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 6, 1942  P.2
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[d. 03-05-1942 at Fond du Lac, WI/age 91 yrs.]


GEORGE W. SCHMITZ    (d. 1960)

George W. Schmitz, 70, of 940 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, died early Saturday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following an illness of several 
weeks. Funeral services will be at 8:30 am Monday at the Mittnacht Funeral 
home, Manitowoc and at 9 am at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, 
with the Rev. E.A. Radey officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc, with military graveside rites conducted by Drews Bleser American 
Legion Post 88, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitz was born Feb. 22, 1890 at Antigo, son of the late Thomas and 
Elizabeth Bolle Schmitz. He was graduated from Antigo schools and attended 
Culver Military Institute in Indiana. He served as a captain in the 88th 
Infantry division during World War I and was an agent for Mutual Benefit 
Life Insurance co. until his retirement in 1955. He married Frances Zentner 
June 15, 1920 at Manitowoc. The family lived at Antigo until coming to 
Manitowoc in 1932. He was a member of the American Legion and Manitowoc 
Elks Lodge.
Surviving are his wife; four daughters, Mrs. John Dehnbostel of Fort Campbell, 
Ky.; Mrs. Burt Ives of San Antonio, Texas; Mrs. Ted Dumski of Elyria, Ohio and 
Mrs. Quentin Knapp of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Arthur Oelke and Mrs. Emil 
Murark of Pewaukee and Miss Irene Schmitz of Antigo and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home, after 2 pm Monday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Nov. 12, 1960 page M9
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[bur. on Fred T. Zentner lot]


GOTTFRIED W. SCHMITZ    (d. 1881)

G.W. Schmitz, son of Carl Schmitz, of Newton, died on Sunday morning of typhoid 
fever and hemorrhage of the bowels. He was brought home from the State University 
two weeks ago, and while not considered dangerously ill at the time, he failed 
steadily until death ensued.
He was 19 years of age and was reaching the close of his third year in the
University. A close student, his progress at that institution gave promise for a 
brilliant career. He embodied all those characteristics which make a young man 
popular among his classmates, and his untimely death will be noted with feelings 
of genuine sorrow by many who admired his attainments and personal qualities. His 
remains were buried in Evergreen Cemetery yesterday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, October 27, 1881
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Silent Slumber.
DIED. At the town of Newton, on Saturday evening, of hemorrhage of the bowels, 
Gottfried Wm. Schmitz, in the eighteenth year of his age.
The deceased was a son of C. Schmitz, Esq. and had returned last week from the 
State University, feeling sick, yet no serious apprehensions were entertained. 
But toward the latter part of the week he rapidly grew worse, until finally, 
on Saturday night he expired, as before stated. He was a young man of a kind 
and generous nature. At the University, he gained the respect of his comrades 
by his modesty and won their admiration by his extroadinary (sic) ability. It 
is difficult to see the kindness of an all wise Providence in the striking down 
of a young man of such brilliant promise as the deceased was. But we must bow 
our heads and accept with resignation the inevitable. We can assure the family 
that many hearts will grieve and sympthize with them in this their affliction. 
When the news reaches his classmates at Madison, there will be tearful eyes and 
aching hearts; youthful laughter will be hushed, while sad and low will be heard 
the wish: May he rest in peace.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, November 1, 1881 P. 1
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In Memoriam.
ATHENEAN HALL, UNIVERSITY of Wis. MADISON, Wis., November 2, 1881.
Whereas, an unexpected and inscrutable dispensation of the All Wise Providence 
has removed from the Athenaen Literary Society and from life, Godfrey William 
Schmitz.
Whereas, By his modest and manly bearing, his sterling character and rich promise 
of future achievement, he had merited the admiration of his fellow students, and 
endeared himself to all who knew him.
Whereas, The Athenaen Socity loses in him a member respected for his integrity, 
beloved for his generosity, and honored for his ability; therefore,
Resolved, That we, the members of the Athenaen Socity hereby express our profound 
sorrow at this dire and unexpected calamity;
Resolved, That we tender to the bereaved parents and friends of the deceased our 
heartfelt sympathy and condolence, in this their time of deep affliction, when 
their fondest hopes are blasted, and their pride has passed away.
Resolved, That a copy of these resolutins be forwarded to the parents of the 
deceased, and published in the Lake Shore Times and the city press.
W.J. Mutch, Pres., J.J. Esch, O.A. Fechter, Committee.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, November 15, 1881 P. 1
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At a meeting of the Free Religious Association the following was adopted:
Whereas, In fulfillment of universal law, Mr. G.W. Schmitz, a much esteemed and 
active member of the Free Religious Association of the University of Wisconsin, 
has departed from this life; therefore, be it
Resolved, That midful (sic) of his warm friendship for us, and his devotion to 
the cause, we hereby extend to the relatives and friends of the deceased, our 
most hearty sympathy and condolence; and further be it
Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the parents of the 
deceased, and published in the Lake Shore TIMES, and the city press.
E.E. Campbell, Pres., L.L. Brown, W.H. Putnam, Com.
Madison, Wis., Nov. 2, 1881.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, November 15, 1881 P. 1


HERMAN SCHMITZ

Herman Schmitz Is Hit By Car; Dies Of Injuries
PEDESTRIAN IS FATTALY HURT; PLATT DRIVER
Owner of Machine Absolved of Blame; Skull Fracture Cause of Death
Herman A. Schmitz, retired hardware merchant and former city official, 
was struck and fatally injured by a car driven by George Platt, 21, early 
Thursday evening as he crossed South Eighth street at Hamilton near his 
home to mail a letter. He died at the hospital at 10 a.m. today.
Mr. Platt, in his report of the fatal accident, said that he believed the 
victim became confused and walked into the side of the coupe as it passed 
over the crosswalk at Eighth and Hamilton streets. The left window of the 
car was shattered and the driver was cut about the hand by shattered glass.
In reporting the accident to the police and the district attorney, Platt 
said he saw Mr. Schmitz walking slowly westward across Eighth street as he 
drove south toward the high school and that suddenly he seemed to quicken 
his pace just before the car reached the crossing.
Visibility Poor
Platt accompanied by Frederieck Clemens was en route to a dramatic club 
meeting at the high school at the time, 7:30 p.m. Weather conditions were 
bad. There was a mixture of snow and rain falling which made visibility 
poor. Platt at the wheel said that as he approached the Hamilton street 
crossing he noticed Mr. Schmitz on his left and also two boys with roller 
skates at the west curb. The next instant Mr. Schmitz was directly upon 
the car, there was a jar of a body striking the car and the left window 
of the coupe shattered. The broken glass cut Platt about the hand.
The driver applied the brakes, pulled his car up to the curb a few feet 
south of the intersection and hurried back to Mr. Schmitz. Physicians and 
the city ammbulance were summoned and the injured man, suffering from a 
basal skull fracture and body and head bruises was removed to the hospital. 
He never regained consciousness and died this morning.
Letter is Found
A letter, which Mr. Schmitz was carrying in his hand was found by the police 
in the snow at the side of the street. He had left his home, 1201 South 
Eighth street to drop the letter in a corner mail box.
Platt resides at 501 North Eighth street and is an officer in the Paragon 
Electic company. This noon Dr. Gerald Rau of Two Rivers, county coroner, 
and District Attorney Kenneth Healy visited the scene of the accident and 
interviewed persons who were at the scene last evening. The district attorney 
said that it was apparently an unavoidable accident and there probably would 
be no inquest.
Schmitz, who retired from active business life four years ago, was born in 
the town of Newton in 1867. After completing school he taught in the rural 
schools of that township. The urge to embark on a business career brought 
him to this city in 1893 and he entered a partnership with Henry Wernecke 
to engage in the hardware business. This firm, known as the Wernecke and 
Schmitz Hardware company erected a two-story business block at South Eighth 
and Washington streets and for 36 years continured in the business.
Disposed of Business
Several years ago Mr. Wernecke died and Mr. Schmitz continued the business 
until it was disposed of to Walter Huchthausen in 1930.
The deceased was an active worker for years in civic affairs and served three 
terms in the city council as a representative of the first ward. He was an 
alderman for six years during the administration of Dr. W.G. Kemper and Henry 
Stolz Jr. and was active in the campaigns of those years revolving about the 
acquisition of the city utilities.
Mr. Schmitz became a member of the Freier Saengerbund singing society soon 
after locating in Manitowoc and retained his interest and membership for over 
40 years. He was honored by being chosen president of the society for several 
terms. He continued up to the time of his death as one of the active members 
of the chorus.
Married in 1896
Mr. Schmitz was married in this city in 1896 to Miss Anna Kettenhofen of this 
city. She survives with one son, Karl M. Schmitz, city, four sisters, Mrs. 
Henry Wernecke,and Mrs. Matilda Mertens, both of this city, Mrs. Edward Thomas, 
Milwaukee, and Mrs. Lena Wernecke, Newton. There are also two grandchildren, 
Jane and Karl Schmitz.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. from the home, 1201 South Eighth 
street with interment at Evergreen cemetery. The body is to be removed to the 
home from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home Sunday morning.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, April 13, 1934 P. 2
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No Inquest Is Called In Death of Herman Schmitz
Announcement was made this morning by Dr. Gerald Rau, county coroner, that 
there will be no inquest in the fatal accident Thursday night in which 
Herman A. Schmitz, first ward retired hardware merchant, was struck and 
fatally injured by a car driven by George Platt. Dr. Rau and District 
Attorney Kenneth Healy interviewed the two occupants of the car and persons 
who reached the scene soon after the accident and decided that the accident 
was unavaidable.
Mr. Schmitz died in the hospital Friday morning 12 hours after being struck. 
Funeral services for the deceased will be held at the home, 1201 South Eighth 
street Monday at 2 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, April 14, 1934 P. 4
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[cause: basal skull fracture/bur. on Carl Schmitz lot]
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Mr. Herman Schmitz and Miss Anna Kettenhoffen were married yesterday evening at 
the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Kettenhoffen. Mr. Schmitz is a member of the firm 
of Wernecke & Schmitz and is an enterprising young businessman and a gentleman 
of sterling character. The bride is a very popular young lady and deserves to 
be, as she is generous and kindly in her nature.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs, Oct 6, 1921 


HOMER L. SCHMITZ    (d. 1951)

Homer L. chmitz, 59, of 426 North Ninth street, Manitowoc, died Saturday night 
at the Holy Family hospital, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral 
home, Manitowoc, with interment in Evergreen cemetery. The Rev. Richard Schmitz 
will officiate.
He was born in Manitowoc in 1892 and always resided in the city. In recent years 
he was employed at the Schmiedicke tire and battery shop in Manitowoc and prior 
to that was engaged in the electrical business with his brother, Raleigh. He never 
married.
He is survived by four brothers, Raleigh, Max and Louis of Manitowoc and Raymond 
of Bentonville, Ark.; sister, Mrs. Carl Klingler of Charleston, Ill.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 18, 1951  P.4
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[d. 06-16-1951/age 59 yrs./bur. on Louis A. Schmitz lot]


HULDA SCHMITZ

Mrs. Fred Schmitz, nee Dumke, of this city, died at Fond du lac, from a stroke 
of paralysis and the body was brought here at noon today for burial, the funeral 
being held from the home of E.S. Schmitz at 3 o'clock. Mrs. Schmitz, who was 55 
years of age is survived by a husband and two sons. Many friends of her youth 
will deplore her death and tender sympathy to the family. Burial was at 
Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., May 21, 1909 page 3
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Death in Fond du Lac last week of 56-year old Mrs. Fred Schmitz (nee Dumke)
from here, following a stroke. The deceased leaves her husband and 2 children. The
body was brought here and buried Friday in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 27 May 1909
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[bur. 05-21-1909/cause: apoplexy]


JOHANNA SCHMITZ    (d. 1904)

DEATH'S SUDDEN CALL.
Summons Comes to Make First Break in the Schmitz Family.
Suddenly, without warning, death summoned Mrs. Frederick Schmitz, an aged 
pioneer resident today, her demise occuring at the home on Twelfth street 
early this morning from heart failure, an attack of which the (sic) suffered 
while dressing for the day. Death was immediate and painless, the body being 
found by Mr. Schmitz when he arose. The death of Mrs. Schmitz is the first 
break in the family of parents and nine children and is a great sorrow. 
Deceased was highly esteemed by friends who learn of death with sincere regret. 
She was one possessed of the true womanly qualities that endeared her to all.
Mrs. Schmitz whose maiden name was Johanna Groelle, was born in the provence 
of Goersbach, Germany, January 5, 1831 and came with her parents to this 
country in 1847, settling in Newton in 1849. It was there she became the bride 
of Fredrick Schmitz in a double wedding ceremony, the first of this nature to 
be celebrated in the county. The other parties to the wedding were a brother 
of Mr. Schmitz and a sister of the decedent. For more than 33 years the couple 
continued to reside on the old homestead at Newton, only removing to this city 
three years ago upon the urgent request of the children. Mrs. Schmitz was the 
mother of nine children all of whom survive. They are: Fred, Unity, Adolph, 
Milwaukee; August, Shaw- (sic) and: Mrs. A. Kastbaum, Liberty; William, St. 
Nazianz; Mrs. Emma Groelle, Newton and Ed, Louis and Miss Hulda, of this city. 
Four brothers and Three (sic) sisters also survive.
The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon from the home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, April 2, 1904 P. 1
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Sudden death on Sat. morning of Mrs. Fritz Schmitz, 
one of the oldest German residents of our county. Mrs. 
Schmitz had enjoyed good health and no one anticipated 
that her death was imminent. Even on Sat. when she got 
up at 7 o'clock, she was fine. She got dressed and while 
doing so was stricken with a heart attack and sank back 
onto the bed. When she didn't show up at her place for 
breakfast Mr. Schmitz went up to the room and found his 
wife lifeless on the bed. Although a doctor was called, 
all he could do was establish that life was gone. Mrs. 
Schmitz was born 05 Jan. 1831 in Kirschbach, Saxony and 
came to America with her parents, the Groelle family, 
in 1848. The family then settled in the wilderness of 
Town Newton where she eventually married Fritz Schmitz 
on 31 Jan. 1849, the same day that her sister married a 
brother of Mr. Schmitz. 9 children were born to the 
couple, all of whom survive. They are Fred in Unity, 
Adolph in Milwaukee, August in Shawano, Mrs. Amalie 
Kastbaum in Liberty, William in St. Nazianz, Mrs. Emma 
Groelle of Newton and Edward, Lonis and Hulda here. Mr. 
and Mrs. Schmitz were residents of Town Newton where 
they operated a farm until they retired to Manitowoc 
a few years ago. The unanticipated death of wife and 
mother is a terrible blow for the family, especially 
for her elderly husband. In addition to the 9 children, 
Mrs. Schmitz is survived by 4 brothers and 3 sisters, 
namely Louis Groelle of Newton, Albert Groelle of Chicago, 
Fred Groelle in Newton, Gottfried Groelle in Unity, Mrs. 
Carl Schmitz and Mrs. Susanna Wehrwein in Newton, and 
Mrs. Minna Eckhardt in Gibson. The funeral was held Tues. 
at the city cemetery. Pastor Vriesen of Newton delivered 
the funeral oration.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Apr. 1904
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Johanna Groelle Schmitz
birth: 5 January 1831 Germany
death: 2 April 1904 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1904 Manitowoc
spouse: Fred Schmitz
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[bur. 04-04-1904/age 73 yrs./cause: heart failure]
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From Manitowoc county death records:
Johanna Schmitz nee Groelle (v.7 p.232)
Wife of Fred Schmitz
Jan. 5, 1831-April 2, 1904
Space for parents left blank
Born Germany –resident of City of Manitowoc at death
Died from “sudden heart failure”
No burial location given


KARL M. SCHMITZ    (d. 1965)

Karl M. Schmitz, 68, of 916 St. Clair St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Friday 
evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Theodore P. Crusius officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Schmitz was born Aug. 2, 1897, at Manitowoc, son of the late Herbert and 
Anna Kettenhoffen Schmitz. He attended city schools and the universities of 
Illinois and Wisconsin. He married the former Christine Watawa (sic) at Manitowoc 
Aug. 17, 1918.
Mr. Schmitz worked for Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc, for 44 years, the last 30 
of them as premium sales manager, and retired in September, 1962. He was a member 
of the Manitowoc Elks Club, Branch River County Club and United Commercial 
Travelers Assn.
He is survived by his wife, a son, Karl, of West Allis, a daughter, Mrs. Carl 
(Jane) Burkard, of Willmette, Ill., and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, October 30, 1965 P.14
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[bur. on Anna Schmitz lot]
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YOUNG PEOPLE WEDDED AT SACRED HEART
Wattawa-Schmitz Nuptials Celebrated this Morning - To Reside Here
The marriage of Miss Christine, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Wattawa, to
Karl, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman A. Schmitz, was celebrated this morning at
Sacred Heart church, Rev. J.T. O'Leary officiating at the ceremony. Miss
Martha Isselmann and Thomas Wattawa were attendants to the couple. Following
the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride's parents
on North Fifth street. Later the couple departed for Chicago, Milwaukee and
Urbana, Ind. They will return in ten days to make their home on South Sixteenth
street.
Both young people are well and favorably known. Mr. Schmitz is a graduate of 
the University of Wisconsin and is employed as an accountant at the Aluminum
Goods plant.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, August 17, 1918  p.8


LINDA SCHMITZ    (d. 1881)

Mr. Adolph Schmitz's oldest child, aged about three years, died yesterday
of croup. The sympathy of all is extended to the bereaved parents.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 29, 1881
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Death of Linda Schmitz yesterday at 5pm. She was the 2-3/4 year old daughter
of Mr. A.J. Schmitz and succumbed to diphtheria. The burial will take place
Friday. Mr. Schmitz himself has been quite ill for some time.
Der Nord Westen, Dec. 29 1881
********
Misfortunes never comes single, is a saying sadly exemplified in the case of 
Adolph Schmitz. Some four weeks ago he was taken sick and has been so ever 
since. Just as he was on the road to recovery, his bright little daughter Linda, 
not quite three years old, was taken sick and died last Wednesday. While this 
loss is a terribly sad one to Mr. Schmitz and his wife, it will tend to deepen 
the sympathy of our citizens. In their deep affliction, we hardly venture a 
consolation. There is not one but feels with them, and with them sadly grieves 
their loss.
An angel in the Book of Life,
Wrote down an infant's birth.
Then added, ere he closed the Book
"Too beautiful for earth."
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, January 3, 1882 P. 1


LOUIS A. SCHMITZ    (d. 1937)

L.A. SCHMITZ, REAL ESTATE DEALER, DIES 
Succumbs In Wisconsin General Hospital At Madison; Rites Planned For Wednesday 
Louis A. Schmitz, 72, pioneer county school teacher and prominent in business 
and public life in Manitowoc for more than 40 years, died Saturday evening at 
the Wisconsin General hospital, Madison.
Mr. Schmitz, who was senior member of the insurance and real estate firm of Franz, 
Schmitz, Kadow company, had been seriously ill since Nov. 15, at his home, 2016 
Washington street. Last week he was removed to the hospital in Madison.
Funeral Wednesday 
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the home on Washington 
street. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Schmitz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schmitz, was born on a farm in Newton in 
1864. After completing his grades in the district school he enrolled in the 
Oshkosh Normal school from which he was graduated. He returned to Newton to become 
a teacher in the district where he lived. He taught for 11 years. 
In 1888 he married Miss Minnie Groelle, also of Newton. Mrs. Schmitz died in 1935.
In 1896 Mr. and Mrs. Schmitz moved to this city. He, with John Franz, organized the 
Franz-Schmitz company, which engaged in the real estate and insurance business. Mr. 
Franz later died and in 1900 W. C. Kadow joined the firm and it became the Franz, 
Schmitz, Kadow company. For more than 40 years Mr. Schmitz continued active with 
the company until forced to remain at home by illness four months ago.
Mr. Schmitz was prominent for years in Democratic politics. He represented the fifth 
ward as supervisor for several terms and was also elected justice of the peace in 
the same ward for a number of years. He was a trustee of the Maple Crest sanatorium 
at Whitelaw for 12 years.
Was Brewery Director
He was a director of the Schriehart Brewing company and later continued his affilia-
tion with the brewing industry when the company was merged with other breweries here.
Fraternally he was a member of the Eagles, Elks, Knights of Pythias, E. R. A., Odd 
Fellows and Freier Saengerbund.
In December, 1932, Mr. Schmitz and fourth other brothers were honored at a public 
meeting of the Knights of  Pythias on the occasion of the 80th birthday anniversary 
of Attorney Adolph J. Schmitz, Milwaukee, a charter member of the order here. The 
combined ages of the five brothers at that time was 364 years. It was the first g
athering of the five brothers in many years. 
Survivors are two daughters, Norma, City, and Mrs. Carl Klinger, Moline, Ill.; five 
sons, Raleigh, Homer, Max and Louis F., city , Raymond, San Antonio, Texas; three 
sisters, Mrs. Amelia Kasbaum, Valders, Mrs. Fred Groelle and Mrs. Henry Groth, city; 
four brothers, Fred, Fond du Lac, Attorney Adolph J. Schmitz, Milwaukee, Dr. William 
Schmitz and County Judge Edward S. Schmitz, both of this city; three granddaughters 
and three grandsons.
The body will be moved to the Schmitz home from the Vogelsang funeral parlors Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 22, 1937  P. 3
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Schmitz Rites Are Held This Afternoon
Funeral services for Louis A. Schmitz, veteran real estate and insurance man who 
died Saturday night, were held this afternoon from the home, 2016 Washington 
street. The Rev. Gilbert Wernecke of the First Reformed church officiated.
Homer, Raliegh, Louis Jr., and Max, sons of Mr. Schmitz, Carl Klingler, Moline, 
Ill, a son-in-law, and Edward Schmitz Jr., a nephew were pallbearers.
Large groups of members of fraternal societies with which Mr. Schmtiz was affiliated 
attended. A number of supervisors who were on the county board with Mr. Schmitz 
also attended.
Burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 24, 1937 P. 2
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[bur. 03-24-1937/d. at Madison, WI/age 72 yrs./cause: bilateral broncho pneumonia]


LOUIS F. SCHMITZ    (d. 1984)

Louis F. Schmitz, 76, of 2610 Clark Street, Manitowoc, died Saturday evening, 
May 26, at the family residence, following a coronary attack.
Funeral services wwere held 10:30 a.m. today at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11:00 
a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated 
by Rev. Phillip Hoffman and burial followed at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitz was born June 10, 1908, at Manitowoc, son of the late Louis A. and 
Wilhelmina Groelle Schmitz. Mr. Schmitz attended Manitowoc Public Schools, 
graduating with Lincoln High School Class of 1925. Mr. Schmitz also graduated 
from University Whitewater Class of 1929. He married the former Marian L. Trapp 
on July 23, 1931, at Columbus, Wisconsin. Mr. Schmitz resided in Kohler for 70 
years where he taught Business Education at the Kohler High School. The couple 
then moved to Manitowoc where he taught Business Education at Manitowoc Vocational 
School and Lincoln High School until his retirement in 1969.
Survivors include his wife, Marian; two daughters and a son-in-law, Mary Lou and 
Thomas Kissinger of Rushville, Illinois and Patricia Ann Crabtree of Edgerton, 
Wisconsin; 10 grandchildren and three great grandchildren also survived. He was 
preceded in death by four brothers, two sisters and a grandson.
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc was in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 29, 1984 P. 3


LOUISE W. SCHMITZ

Louise W. Schmitz, age 91, formerly of Laurel Grove, died Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008, 
at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. 
Louise was born July 25, 1916, in the town of Centerville, daughter of the late 
August and Hulda Dehne Hintz. On Aug. 11, 1937, she was married to Marvin L. 
Schmitz. He preceded her in death Oct. 11, 1977. She was a member of the Manitowoc 
Senior Center and Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Marvin; infant brother; and 
brother, Rueben, in 1971. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2008, at Salem Ebenezer 
Reformed Church, 6524 county Highway C, Newton. The Rev. Kyle Sorensen will officiate, 
and burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may 
call on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2008, at Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church from 9 a.m. until 
the time of services at 11 a.m. The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory, Manitowoc, 
is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may 
be made in her name to Salem 
Ebenezer Reformed Church, Shady Lane, or Laurel Grove. The family would like to thank 
the staff at Shady Lane and Laurel Grove for the loving care they gave our mother, 
grandmother and great-grandmother; also to Holy Family Memorial Hospice for their fine 
service. A great thank you to Pastor Kyle Sorensen. 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 18, 2008 


MARIAN SCHMITZ    (d. 2002)

Marian L. Schmitz, age 94, formerly of 2610 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
evening, May 13, 2002, at Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 17, 2002, at St. Paul 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will 
be the Rev. Ronald Reimer with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Mary 10, 1908, in Hampden, Wis., daughter of the late Lawrence and 
Anna Fisher Trapp. Marian attended Whitewater State Teaches College. She taught 
school at Evanston, Ill., Phelps, Wis., and St. Paul Catholic School, Manitowoc. 
On July 23, 1931, she married Louis F. Schmitz in Columbus Wis. He preceded her 
in death May 26, 1984. Mrs. Schmitz was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc Elks Club where she held various office positions in the ladies Elks 
and a former Member of St. Paul Parish women where she held various officer 
positions.
Survivors include two daughters, Mary Lou Kissinger, Manitowoc, Patricia Ann 
Crabtree, Edgerton, Wis.; a sister, Margaret Trimberger, Green Bay; 10 
grandchildren: Thomas Kissinger and his wife, Linda, Concord, N.C.; Louis 
Kissinger and his wife, Diane, Mokena, Ill.; Douglas Kissinger and his wife, 
Patricia, Ozark, Mo.; Theodore Kissinger and his wife, Sarah, St. Louis, Mo.; 
Lawrence Kissinger and his wife, Kelly, Goshen, Ind.; Shirley Skalvos and her 
husband, Michael, Whitewater; Sandra Huxtable and her husband, Richard, Wausau; 
Barbara Gill, Austin, Texas; Laura Olson and her husband, Todd, Edgerton; Deborah 
Kim and her husband, Tim, Hartland; and 30 great-grandchildren. Also surviving 
are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death 
by a grandson: Michael Crabtree; and her stepfather: Charles Sauer.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc, 
from 9:30 a.m. Friday until the time o service at 10:30 a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the nurses and staff at the 
Manitowoc Health Care Center for their care and compassion.
Herald Times Reporter, May 15, 2002  P. A3


MARION L. SCHMITZ    (d. 1990)

Marion Schmitz, 81, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Friday evening, 
March 30.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at First Reformed United Church 
of Christ, Manitowoc. Rev. Stephen Schuette will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmitz was born October 4, 1908, in Nebraska, daughter of the late 
Edwin H. and Ruby Hogrefe Luikart. She graduated from Tuto Hall in Indianapolis, 
Indiana, and later graduated from the University of Nebraska. She married 
Edward F. Schmitz on April 17, 1938, in Nebraska. He preceded her in death in 
1973. She was a past member of Memorial Hosptial Auxiliary and a member of the 
first Reformed United Church of Christ.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Edward L. and Ann Schmitz III of 
Houston, Texas; two daughters and sons-in-law, Ginger and Thomas Baryenbruch 
of Manitowoc, Joan and Charles J. Scheurer III of Huntsville, Alabama; six 
grandchildren (private). She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward, in 
1973, a brother, Gordon Luikart, and a granddaughter, Jennifer Baryenbruch.
Friends may greet the family from 1 p.m. Monday to the time of services at the 
church. There will be no Sunday evening visitation. Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorials may be made to First Reformed 
Church Organ Fund or Memorial Hospital.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
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[widow of Edward F. Schmitz]


MARJORIE (GHERNA) SCHMITZ    (d. 1985)

Mrs. Woodrow (Marjorie G.) Schmitz, 73, of 1201 Reed Avenue, Manitowoc, died 
late Saturday evening, December 28, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 2 pm Tuesday at St. John United Church of Christ. Rev. Gerald 
Schrankler will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmitz was born March 12, 1912 at Laurium, Michigan, daughter of the late 
John and Marjorie Paull Gherna. She grew up and attended schools in Calumet, 
Michigan. Moving from Calumet as a young lady to Iron Mountain, Michigan where 
she worked for the Western Union and then transferred in 1936 to Manitowoc. Mrs. 
Schmitz worked for Western Union until her marriage. She became a Manitowoc 
residence since 1936. She married Woodrow A. Schmitz on October 7, 1950 at Iron 
Mountain, Michigan. He preceded her in death January 21, 1973. Mrs. Schmitz was 
a member of St. John United Church of Christ, Order of Eastern Star Chapter 49 
and also Rebekah Lodge Number 15 of Calumet, Michigan.
Survivors include a daughter, Merry Clare Schmitz of Livonia, Michigan; a sister 
and a brother-in-law, Mary Frances and Gene Patrick of Iron Mountain, Michigan 
and nieces and nephews also survived.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home from 
6 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday evening and Tuesday at the church from 12 
noon until the hour of service. Memorials would be appreciated for St. John 
United Church of Christ, American Heart Association or American Cancer Society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Dec. 30, 1985 page 3


MARVIN L. SCHMITZ

Marvin L. Schmitz, 62, of 6507 County U, Newton, died late Tuesday morning in 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday in Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church, 
Town of Newton. The Rev. Robert D. Stuebbewill (sic) officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitz was born Feb. 12, 1915, in the Town of Empire, Fond du Lac County, 
son of the late Joseph and Anna Buechel Schmitz. He was reared and received his 
education in Fond du Lac County, moving to the Cleveland area in 1934. He married 
Louise Hintz Aug. 11, 1937, in St. John Reformed Church, Town of Centerville. 
From 1937 to 1945 he farmed in the Town of Centerville, when they moved to the 
Town of Newton. He was also employed with Kohler Co., Kohler, for 21 years. Mr. 
Schmitz was a member of Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church.
Survivors include his wife, Louise, a son and daughter-in-law, Jeffrey and Kathy 
Schmitz of Rt. 2, Newton; a daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Larry Naidl of 
Rt. 1, Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Marcella Joas of Rt. 2, Hilbert; a sister-in-law, 
Mrs. Gladys Schmitz of Milwaukee, a grandson, a granddaughter, uncles, aunts, 
nieces and nephews. A brother and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Thursday and Friday until at the church from noon until the time of service. 
Memorials may be made to Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church memorial fund.
Herald Times Reporter, October 12, 1977 P. 3
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[husband of Louise Schmitz]


MAXIMILIAN SCHMITZ    (d. 1974)

Maximilian Schmitz, 80, of 1911 Wollmer St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday afternoon 
at Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc 
with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside military services will 
be conducted by VFW Otto Oas Post No. 659.
Mr. Schmitz was born Oct. 4, 1893, at Newton, son of the late Louis and Minnie 
Groelle Schmitz. He was a veteran of World War I, serving in the United States 
Army. He had been employed at Burger Boat Co. Inc., of Manitowoc, retiring in 
1955. He was a member of VFW Post No. 659 and Seagulls.
Survivors include a son, Alfred M., of Manitowoc, two brothers, Raymond of Two 
Rivers, and Louis, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Carl Klingler, of Snohonish, 
Wash., and two granddaughters. Two brothers, Raleigh and Homer, and a sister, 
Norman, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 o’clock this Wednesday 
evening.
Herald Times Reporter, April 24, 1974   P. 23
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(bur. on Louis A. Schmitz lot]


MILLER C. SCHMITZ

Miller C. "Bill" Schmitz, age 88, a Cedarburg resident, died Sunday, September 24, 
2000, at his residence.
He was born November 12, 1911, in Manitowoc, son of the late Edward and Clara 
Mueller Schmitz. He was married to Lucile (nee Nelson), who preceded him in death. 
He was employed by Yankee Co and Mead Corp. as a salesman. Bill was a World War II 
veteran with the United States Navy; 32nd degree mason and enjoyed the horse patrol. 
Bill was also known as the Mushroom Man.
Survivors include one daughter, Katharine Kaufman, Cedarburg; one brother, Richard 
(Shirley) Schmitz, Manitowoc. He is further survived by many loving relatives and 
friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucile (nee Nelson): one son, David 
"Buzz' Schmitz, which is a twin to Katharine; and one nephew, Charles Nelson Conley,
Herald Times Reporter, September 27, 2000  P. A2
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[cremation]


MINNIE SCHMITZ    (d. 1935)

MRS. SCHMITZ DEATH SUNDAY 
Wife of Real Estate Man To Be Buried Wednesday 
Mrs. Louis A. Schmitz, 67, lifelong resident of the county, died Sunday at the 
home at 2?16 Washington street. She had been in failing health for several 
months.
Funeral services will be held edneday at 2 p.m. from the home in charge of the 
Rev. Otto Menke of the First Reformed church. Interment will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Minnie Groelle, was born in the town of 
Newton, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ludwig Groelle. She was married to Louis A. 
Schmitz in 1888 and they took up their residence on a farm in the town where 
they lived for a few years.
In 1896 they moved to this city where Mr. Schmitz engaged in the insurance and 
real estate business. They since resided here.
Survivors are the widower; five sons, Raleigh, and Homer, city, Raymond, Texas, 
Maximilian, Newton, and Louis, Kohler; two daughters, Norma, city, and Mrs. Carl 
Klingier, Moline, Ill.; three sisters, Mrs. Augusta Behm, Mrs. Hulda Fehrmann 
and Miss Emma Groelle, all of this city; four brothers, William, city, Louis, 
Newton, Fred, town of Manitowoc, Herman, Newton; and five grandchildren.
The body will be removed to the home on Washington street Tuesday from the 
Vogelsang funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 10, 1935  P.2
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[bur. 06-12-1935/age 67 yrs./cause: cancer of spine sarcoma of breast/
bur. on Louis A. Schmitz lot]


NORMA E. SCHMITZ    (d. 1941)

Miss Norma Schmitz, 43, of 2016 Washington street, died yesterday afternoon at 
the Holy Family hospital. She had been a patient there since September 1. 
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home, the Rev. A. C. Fischer of the First Reformed church 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Miss Schmitz, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schmitz, resided here. 
For a number of years she was employed at the Henderson-Hoyt Company, until 
illness forced her to leave in July. She was a member of the Pythian Sisters 
and the First Reformed church.
Survivors are a sister, Mrs. Carl Klingier of Charleston, Ill.; five brothers, 
Raleigh, Homer, Max and Louis of this city, and Raymond of Augusta, Ga. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after Wednesday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 16, 1941  P.2
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[d. 09-18-1941/age 43 yrs./cause: melano sarcoma/bur. on Louis A. Schmitz lot]


OSCAR W. SCHMITZ

Oscar W. Schmitz, 54, former Manitowoc teacher and businessman who had 
been commissioner of the board of education in Sheboygan in recent years, 
died Thursday at St. Nicholas hospital in Sheboygan after a short illness.
The body will be brought to Manitowoc for burial in Evergreen cemetery. 
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at the Ballhorn 
Funeral chapel in Sheboygan, the Rev. E.C. Jaberg of that city officiating. 
The body is lying in state at the chapel. It will be brought here after 
the services tomorrow afternoon.
Mr. Schmitz, who was born at New Holstein August 18, 1887, spent his boyhood 
at St. Nazianz and went to school there. His father, Dr. W.C. Schmitz, died 
here several months ago.
After graduating from the Manitowoc County Normal school, Mr. Schmitz taught 
in this county for three years, and later took a commercial course at 
Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, Ind.
In 1909 he married Elizabeth Bermke and the couple established their home 
in Manitowoc where Mr. Schmitz became affiliated with the Metropolitan 
Insurance Co. After a short time here he was transferred to the Oshkosh 
office of the company, and later to Sheboygan where he became assistant 
superintendent. He was with the company 15 years, when he transferred his 
association to the Mutual Trust Life Insurance Co. and worked with that firm 
until his death.
Sheboygan voters elected him to the board of education in 1931, and he later 
became its vice president. He was a member of the Elks lodge, the I.O.O.F. 
No. 13, and the Sheboygan County Insurance Board.
Survivors are the widow; one daughter, Mrs. Raymond Bortz of Kohler; three 
sons, Eugene, Wallace and Allen of Sheboygan; three grandchildren; and two 
sisters, Miss Clara Schmitz of Milwaukee and Mrs. Louis Horstman of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 20, 1942 P.2
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[d. at Sheboygan, WI/bur. on W.C. Schmitz lot]


PAUL RICHARD SCHMITZ    (d. 2007)

Paul Schmitz, age 55, a resident of 2142 S. 18th St., Manitowoc, entered into 
eternal life on Monday, Jan. 1, 2007, at the VA Medical Center in Milwaukee. 
Paul was born on Feb. 27, 1951, in Manitowoc, to the Rev. Attorney Richard 
Schmitz and to the late Shirley Zimmer Schmitz. Paul graduated from Lincoln High 
School with the class of 1969. Following graduation, he enlisted and served in 
the U.S. Navy from 1969 to 1973. While in the U. S. Navy, he served overseas in 
Vietnam in 1970. Paul was a member of AMVET Post 99, and served as their trustee 
for years. On Oct. 3, 1971, Paul married Susan Ciha in New London, Conn. He was 
employed at Red Arrow Products as the plant electrician, and retired from there 
at the age of 50. Paul enjoyed spending his time riding his motorcycle and 
driving his '64 Chevelle, watching the Green Bay Packers, surfing the Internet, 
and watching his children playing sports. 
Survivors include his wife of 35 years: Sue; three sons: Shawn (Keli) Schmitz, 
Shane Schmitz and his fiancee: Kathryn Deubler; and Jeff (Melissa) Schmitz; one 
daughter: Stephanie Schmitz; his father: Richard Schmitz; two grandchildren: 
Chyna and Jackson; three step-grandchildren: Madeline, Joey and Dillon; a sister: 
Janet (Dick) Emerman; a father-in-law: Albert (Therese) Ciha; very special friends: 
Don and Sue Jeske; Jim and Judy Chizek; Tom and Ginger Baryenbruch; Crystal Heinzen; 
Sarah Swetlik; and Bill W.; his pet dogs: Onyx and Monty; also nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends surviving. Paul was preceded in death by his mother: 
Shirley Zimmer Schmitz; and also his mother-in-law: Marilyn Ciha. 
The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, Jan. 5, 2007, at the Harrigan 
Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, North 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc, from 3 p.m. until the start of the memorial service at 6 p.m. The Rev. 
Dr. James Klein will officiate with a memorial video tribute along with military 
rites accorded by AMVETS Post 99 to follow. Participating members of AMVETS Post 
99 are asked to be at the funeral home at 5:30 p.m. 
Private graveside services at Knollwood Cemetery will take place at a later date. 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to be made in Paul's name. 
The family would also like to extend a special thank you to Tara and Jon Sousek, 
Peggy, Dean and Chrissy Schadrie, and Sue's co-workers at Beernsten Confectionary, 
all the staff of the VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, and Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center in Manitowoc, and also to everyone who supported our family during 
this difficult time.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2007
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Paul Schmitz A memorial service for Paul Schmitz, age 55, a resident of 2142 S. 
18th St., Manitowoc, who entered into eternal life on Monday, Jan. 1, 2007, at the 
VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday (TONIGHT), Jan. 5, 
2007, at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, North 11th and 
St. Clair streets, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends from 3 p.m. 
at the funeral home until the start of the memorial service at 6 p.m. The Rev. Dr. 
James Klein will officiate with a memorial video tribute along with military rites 
accorded by AMVETS Post 99 to follow. Participating members of AMVETS Post 99 are 
asked to be at the funeral home at 5:30 p.m. Private graveside services at 
Knollwood Cemetery will take place at a later date.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2007
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(Both of these obituaries put him in Knollwood, but there is no stone there for him. The
stone is here at Evergreen. Possibly the family changed its mind.)


RALEIGH F. SCHMITZ    (d. 1960)

Raleigh F. Schmitz, 71, former Manitowoc businessman, died early Sunday morning 
at Fairhills Convalescent Home, Rosecrans, where he has made his home the past 
several years.
Private funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitz was born May 24, 1889, at Newton, son of the late Louis and Minnie 
Grolle Schmitz. He lived in Manitowoc all his life and prior to retirement owned 
and operated the Schmitz Electric Shop. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, 
Lodge 86.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Arthur Schwartz of Califon, N.J.; three brothers, 
Louis and Max of Manitowoc and Ray of Claremore, Okla.; and a sister, Mrs. Carl 
Klinger of Snohomish, Wash.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 9 a.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 31, 1960  P.15
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[d. 05-29-1960/age 71 yrs./bur. on Louis A. Schmitz lot]
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Married
Mr. Raleigh Schmitz of this city and Miss Viola Groth of Newton were married 
Tuesday evening at the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schmitz, 
2016 Washington Street. Rev. Shappe performed the ceremony. The attendants were 
Max and Miss Norma Schmitz, brother and sister of the groom. Mr. and Mrs. 
Schmitz will make their home in this city on 21st Street.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 6, 1919
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(1900 Manitowoc city census ward 7:
Raleigh Schmitz age 31; Viola 25; Lucille 8/12; brother in law Paul Groth 24)


RAYMOND SCHMITZ

Raymond A. Schmitz, 86, of 2315 Forest Ave., Two Rivers, died early Monday 
morning, November 9, at the family residence.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Ashley Milton, past master of Masonic Lodge will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military rites will be accorded at the 
graveside by VFW Otto-Oas Post 659.
Mr. Schmitz was born Oct. 5, 1895, at Manitowoc, son of the late Louis A. and 
Minnie Groelle Schmitz. He attended Manitowoc Public Schools and was graduated 
from Manitowoc High School. Following 28 years of service in the United States 
Air Force, which include World War I and World War II, he retired as lieutenant 
colonel June 30, 1947. He was then employed with Douglas Aircraft Corporation 
for seven years, returning to Wisconsin in 1962. He married Ann Wonrash June 29, 
1962, at Tulsa, Okla. Mr. Schmitz was first commander of VFW Otto Oas Post 659 
of Manitowoc, a member of Veterans of World War I, Retired Officers Association, 
Randolph Lodge 1268 F and AM of Converse, Texas, and a member at large of the 
Retreads of World War I and World War II.
Survivors include his wife, Ann, two sons and a daughter-in-law, John M. and Judy 
Schmitz of Houston, Texas, and Raymond O. Schmitz of Tulsa, Okla.; five grand-
children; a brother, Louis F. Schmitz of Manitowoc; two stepsons and daughters-in-
law, Wallace and Jackie Lonzo of Two Rivers and Floyd and Patricia Lonzo of St. 
Nazianz and a stepdaughter and son-in-law, Diane and James Urban of California. A 
son, Donald, three brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Tuesday 
afternoon.
Herald Times Reporter, November 10, 1981 P. 3
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CO. H. BOYS WILL NOT RETURN HOME IN BODY SAYS SCHMITZ; MANY BOYS WOUNDED
In a letter to his parents in answer to a registered letter which 
they sent to him, Raymond Schmitz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schmitz 
has many interesting things to tell. He is at Selters, Germany and 
speaks of the work of the famous Thirty-second division of which 
Company H of this city is a part. Not many of the old H boys are 
left, according to Schmitz and there will not be more than twenty 
of them to arrive in a group when the division is finally mustered 
out. His letter follows: “Selters, Germany, Dec. 17, 1918. Dear 
Parents: Received registered letter yesterday and sure was glad to 
hear from you. I bet Manitowoc had some time when they heard about 
the armistice, but the funny thing is that they all think it was 
peace, but it was not, Germany can start trouble yet, but we all know 
that she cannot because we got her cornered so nicely that if she does 
start, it will mean poor old Germany or in other words, Goodbye Germany. 
We had a big hike to the Rhine and believe me it was some hike. The sun 
did not shine one day on the whole hike; it was cloudy or misty and the 
roads were muddy and we went as high as 23 miles a day carrying a heavy 
pack on our backs (two big heavy blankets, suit of underwear, two pair 
of socks, and a pair of shoes) which made the pack weigh about 30 to 40 
pounds and at the end of the hike it seemed just like it weighed about 
130 pounds. I made the hike and did not fall out once, but came near 
doing it. We rested in Mulheim for three days and then on Dec. 13 hiked 
for twenty-five miles more which took us over the Rhine. We went over the 
Rhine on Friday the 13th at 7:13 am, pretty lucky day. We are stationed 
in the village of Selters which is about thirty kilometers from Cobienz, 
the village is not very large only a population of about 3,000. I get 
along pretty nicely, can talk a little German and get to talk with some 
of the old soldiers and they that it took the Americans to win this war 
and will also mentioned the work of this division. Our Gallant Thirty-
second has fought twenty German crack divisions. When the American Army 
of Occupation started its march toward the Rhine on Nov. 17 one of our 
crack divisions, the Thirty-second, was celebrating an anniversary. Just 
six months before this division first planted the American flag on German 
soil in Alsace. On May 10 the Wisconsin and Michigan men came under shell 
fire and from that date to Nov. 11 the division has outranged German guns. 
Only ten days after its turn in the trenches the Thirty-second chased the 
Germans from Ourey to the Vesie, then it went to a sector north of Soissons 
and stormed Juvigny Plateau fighting side by side with the heroic Poilus 
of Gen. Mangin. After that victory with the French it had a rest for ten 
days before getting ready for the final drive. The American army’s scrap 
north of Verdun was but three days old when the Thirty-second went in and 
for the next three weeks this division battled the German for Kreimhilde 
Stellung. It was they who finally broke through the key position of “La 
Dame Marie” from which they rushed on to “Freya Stellung” pushing the 
German gunners out of the Rantheville Wood. They ? the line up to the 
point where the final attack on Nov. 1st was launched and followed in 
support of the divisions which crossed the Meuse at ? and captured Sussey. 
In the last day of the war our Thirty-second went into the lines again in 
the Meuse bridgehead sector and with the French were in the midst of an 
attack when the armistice stopped the fighting. During the war the division 
has fought on five fronts: Alsace, Veste, Argonne and the Meuse and has 
fought twenty of Germany’s best divisions, among them the Prussian guards. 
It has never yielded a yard of ground to the enemy’s counter attacks. Tell 
the minister that he will have to buy about fifteen more drums when we get 
home because there is going to be a good old time when we get back, but 
there won’t be many Manitowoc boys coming back to Manitowoc either they 
are killed or in the hospital and will come home alone. I figure on about 
twenty men from Manitowoc. We are faring pretty good, the Germans have 
rabbits and chickens and we buy them from them and they cook them up for 
us. One night eight of us boys had a big goose for dinner. It costs us 
about 65 cents apiece at and at another time we bought two big rabbits. 
There were four of us and we had enough for supper and breakfast and it 
only cost us about a $1 apiece. About my mail, I write whenever I get a 
chance and don’t see why you don’t receive them. There is something wrong 
somewhere, but cheer up I will be home pretty soon and it can explain 
better why we have not so much time to write as you people think we have. 
We will write in another few days and hope these few lines find you all 
in the best of health. I remain, Your son, Raymond.”
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, January 28, 1919 Page 8
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[bur. on Louis A. Schmitz lot]


RICHARD PERSHING SCHMITZ

Attorney Reverend Richard P. Schmitz, born Sept. 29, 1918, to Clara and Judge 
Edward Schmitz in Manitowoc, Wis., passed away Oct. 29, 2010, at the Marley 
Hospice House in Prescott, Ariz., with his daughter, Janet, and grandson, Jeff, 
at his side.
A memorial service will be held in Spring 2011 at St. John's United Church of 
Christ in Manitowoc, Wis. Memorial cards may be sent to Sue Schmitz, 4425 Knuell 
Court, Manitowoc WI 54220.
Richard, the youngest of a family of 11 children, was raised in Manitowoc, Wis. 
He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1936, where he was class president for 
three years and was active in the band, playing clarinet. He attended the 
University of Wisconsin-Madison, majoring in math and history as an undergraduate. 
He then finished his graduate work at the University of Wisconsin with degrees in 
law, theology, and philosophy. Between his undergraduate and graduate studies, he 
attended the Mission House Seminary in Sheboygan, Wis., (now Lakeland College), 
where he finished his studies to become an ordained minister of the Evangelical 
and Reformed Church.
After college he served with the United States Navy as a Chaplain during World 
War II, serving at St. Albans Hospital in New York, on a destroyer transport to 
England, and then with a troop ship to Japan and to Bikini. After the war he 
returned to Manitowoc, where he served as the associate minister for the First 
Reformed Church in Manitowoc, and after being admitted to the Wisconsin Bar also 
worked as a lawyer in Manitowoc for 32 years before retiring to Prescott, Ariz.
While working as a Chaplain at St. Albans Hospital, he met his future wife, Shirley 
Zimmer. They married on May 27, 1947, and had 57 happy years of marriage before 
she died in April 2004.
Richard's survivors include his daughter: Janet (Richard) Emerman of Anchorage, 
Alaska; his daughter-in-law: Sue Schmitz of Manitowoc, Wis.; grandchildren: Molly 
(Steve Parker, fiancé) Emerman, Kate Emerman (Jeremy) Bass, Shawn (Keli) Schmitz, 
Shane (Kathy)Schmitz, Jeffrey (Missy) Schmitz, and Stephanie Schmitz; great-
grandchildren: Chyna Schmitz, Cara Janikowski, Jackson Schmitz, Madeline Jacobson, 
and Kendall Schmitz; special niece, Ginger (Tom) Baryenbruch; and many extended 
family members around the country.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Shirley Schmitz; 
his son, Paul Schmitz; and all ten of his brothers and sisters.
Arrangements will be handled by Jen's family Funeral Home and Crematory of 
Manitowoc, Wis.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 14, 2010  P. A3


ROBERT A. SCHMITZ  (d. 1976)

Robert Schmitz, 85, of 2412 Wollmer St., Manitowoc, died Friday at 
his residence.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at First Reformed United 
Church of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Schultz will officiate 
with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitz was born Oct. 4, 1891, at Newton, son of the late Henry 
and Catherine Hetzel Schmitz. He attended school at Newton and married 
Alma Scherer Aug. 26, 1919, at Manitowoc, residing at Manitowoc all 
their lives. He was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. in the shipping 
department. Mr. Schmitz was a member of First Reformed United Church 
of Christ, the Brotherhood, Mirro Aluminum Retirement Club and Senior 
Citizens.
Survivors include his wife and a son, Robert, at home.
Friends may call at the church after 11 a.m. Monday until the time of 
service. Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of funeral 
arrangements. Memorials may be made to First Reformed United Church of 
Christ.
Herald Times Reporter, Friday, December 31, 1976 P.3


ROBERT S. SCHMITZ    (d. 1996)

Robert S. Schmitz, age 74, of 2412 Woller St., Manitowoc, died Monday, June 17, 
1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, 1996, at First 
Reformed United Church of Christ. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Stephen 
Schuette with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Military Graveside Services 
will be accorded by the Amvets Post #99.
He was born September 22, 1921, in Manitowoc, son of the late Robert and Alma 
Scherer Schmitz. He attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class 
of 1939 from Lincoln High School, and then graduated from the University of 
Wisconsin-Madison in 1944. He served in the United States Navy being discharged 
in 1946. He was a member of First Reformed United Church of Christ. He had been 
a National Charter member of Amvets Post #23.
Survivors include family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends may call at the First Reformed United Church of Christ from 10 a.m. Wednesday 
until the time of service.
Memorials may be made to the First Reformed United Church of Christ Organ Fund.
The Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 18, 1996  P. A2
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[single/bur. on Robert and Alma Schmitz lot]


RUTH E. SCHMITZ

Mrs. William (Ruth) Schmitz, 70, of 4425 Broadway Street, Manitowoc, died late 
Monday evening, August 12, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Rev. 
Richard Klingeisen will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmitz, nee Ruth Elizabeth Schaus, was born February 6, 1915, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late William and Annie Specht Schaus. She resided in Manitowoc 
all her life. Mrs. Schmitz attended Manitowoc Schools and was a graduate of 
Lincoln High School, graduating with the Class of 1932. She married William M. 
Schmitz on January 7, 1939, at Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, William M., two daughters and sons-in-law, Ruth 
Anne and Glenn Lutze of Oak Field, Wisconsin and Mary Louise and Michael Lane 
of Oconto, Wisconsin; two brothers, Arthur and William Schaus of Manitowoc; 
seven grandchildren, Kristin Hinze, Kim, Brian and Kathryn Lutze and David, 
Michelle and Danielle Lane and a great grandson, Robert Hinze. She was preceded 
in death by four brothers.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Wednesday evening. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evening 
led by Father Klingeisen. Memorials would be appreciated to the donors choice.
Herald Times Reporter, August 13, 1985 P. 3
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Funeral services for Mrs. William (Ruth) Schmitz, 70, of 4425 Broadway 
Street, Manitowoc who died late Monday evening, August 12, at Holy Family 
Medical Center, Manitowoc, will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home.  Rev. Richard Klingeisen will officiate with burial to follow at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 o’clock to 9 
o’clock this Wednesday evening.  A prayer service will be held at 7:30 
o’clock this Wednesday evening led by Father Klingeisen. Memorials would 
be appreciated to the donors choice.
Herald Times-Reporter, Wed., 14 Aug. 1985, page 3
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[wife of William M. Schmitz](06 Feb 1915/Aug 1985/SSDI)


SHIRLEY RUTH (ZIMMER) SCHMITZ    (d. 2004)

Shirley Ruth Schmitz, received her last call on April 4, 2004, in her home at 
Las Fuentes Resort, in Prescott, after a short illness and under the care of 
the YRMC Hospice. 
She was born on the 23rd of May, in 1917, in Brooklyn, N.Y. At an early age, 
the family moved to Richmond Hill, in Long Island, N.Y., where she was educated 
in grade and high school. Throughout her life, she was active in volunteer work, 
as a youth in her church, the Grace Episcopal Church, in Jamaica, N.Y., and as 
an adult, in service connected activities, during the Second World War. It was 
during this work at St. Albans Hospital in N.Y. that she met Chaplain Richard 
Schmitz, whom she married after four years of courtship, in 1947. After her 
marriage, she moved to Madison, Wis., where she resided, while her husband 
finished his studies at the University Law School. 
They moved to Manitowoc, Wis., where she was active as a volunteer at the Manitowoc 
County Hospital. Later, she became the Volunteer Coordinator at that center. Shirley 
developed a chronic back condition and lived in pain for many years, later developing 
severe arthritis. Her condition required that they move her to a dry climate, and 
they chose Prescott, in 1979, where she lived until her death. Although she attempted 
volunteer work in Prescott, her physical condition prevented active participation. 
She was a member of First Reformed Church, and later St. John's Church, in Manitowoc. 
In Prescott, she was a member of First Congregational United Church of Christ. 
She was preceded in death by her mother, Ida Collins Zimmer and her father, Nicolas 
Henry Zimmer; one sister; a twin brother; and one younger brother. She is survived 
by her husband, Richard Schmitz; her daughter, Janet Emerman, of Anchorage, Alaska; 
her son, Paul R. Schmitz, of Manitowoc, Wis.; six grandchildren; and three great 
grandchildren. 
Memorial services will be announced at a later date. Services were entrusted to 
Heritage Memory Mortuary. 
Arizona newspaper (unnamed), April 2004


STELLA S. SCHMITZ    (d. 1960)

Mrs. Stella Schmitz, 63, of 2312 Clarke St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Thursday at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiating. Burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmitz was born Stella Schindel April 17, 1897 at Burnett in Dodge County, 
daughter of Gustave and Ella Berent Schindel. She came to Manitowoc as a young 
woman. Prior to her illness she had been employed as elevator operator at Hotel 
Manitowoc. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary.
Surviving are one son, Alfred, of Manitowoc; her mother, Mrs. Ella Schindel of 
Beaver Dam; two brothers, Gilbert and Lester of Beaver Dam; three sisters, Mrs. 
Goldie Kerchefske and Mrs. Gordon Grun of Manitowoc and Mrs. Cherbern Mason of 
Blomming Prairie, Minn., and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the 
funeral home until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Nov. 16, 1960 page T5
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Funeral services for Mrs. Stella Schmitz, 63, of 2312 Clarke St., Manitowoc, 
who died Tuesday, were at 2 p.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiated and burial was in Evergreen Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Lawrence Granger and Raymond Arsineau and four members of 
Drews-Bleser Post 88, American Legion, Walter Biesemeyer, H. G. Olander, Edgar 
Hansen and Jack Stevens.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 18, 1960  P. 5
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[wife of Max Schmitz]


WILLIAM C. SCHMITZ, DR.    (d. 1941)

Dr. William C. Schmitz, 79, a practicing physician for 53 years and in Manitowoc 
county for 37 years, died Thursday afternoon at 5:30 o’clock at this home, 
1913 S. 14th street.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Wattawa, 
Urbanek & Schlei funeral home with the Rev. Paul Blaufuss of St. John’s Evangelical 
church officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. The body may be viewed 
at the funeral home from 6 o’clock tonight until the hour of the services.
Dr. Schmitz retired from the practice of medicine two years ago.
He was born in the town of Newton Dec. 25, 1861 and spent his early years on a 
farm in that township. He attended grade school in the town of Newton district 
No. 7 and attended the Oshkosh Normal school for two years after which he taught 
school in the town of Newton for several years.  He was graduated from Rush 
Medical college in Chicago in 1886 and on Oct. 5, of the same year he married 
Miss Bertha Dumke.
Dr. Schmitz practiced at St. Nazianz for 17 years and also located at School Hill 
for some years. He came to Manitowoc in 1919 and opened an office in the Wood block 
where he practiced until two years ago. He served as health officer for the town of 
Eaton and the town of Manitowoc while practicing in those townships.
Mrs. Schmitz died in 1927. He is survived by two daughters, Miss Clara Schmitz and 
Mrs. Rose Horstman, both of this city, and one son, Oscar W. Schmitz of Sheboygan; 
two brothers, County Judge Edward S. Schmitz of this city and Fred of Fond du Lac; 
two sisters, Mrs. Hulda Groth and Mrs. Emma Groelle, both of this city; six grand-
children and three great grandchildren.
Dr. Schmitz was affiliated with Modern Woodmen lodge.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 11, 1941   P. 2
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[cause: chronic myocarditis]
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(Dr. William C. Schmitz/d. July 10, 1941/age 79 yrs. 6 mo. 15 da./from burial records
of St. John's United Church of Christ)


WILLIAM M. SCHMITZ    (d. 1995)

William M. Schmitz, age 86, formerly of 4425 Broadway St., Manitowoc 
Rapids, died early Sunday morning, August 20,1995, at Grancare Nursing 
Home, Fond du Lac, Wis.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 22, 1995,at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be 
Rev. Richard Klingesisen with burial to follow at the Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitz was born February 8, 1909, in Manitowocc Rapids, son of the 
late Anton and Mary Bauer Schmitz. William attended the Rapids State 
Grade School. He married Ruth E. Schaus on January 7, 1939, in Manitowoc. 
She preceded him in death on August 12, 1985. He served as a submarine 
builder at the Manitowoc Shipyards during World War II, then worked as 
a sheet metal worker and foreman at the Lakeside Machine Shop retiring 
in 1973. William was a drummer most of his life with bands including 
Romy Gosz, Gene Heier, the Jolly Jesters and Joe Karman. He was a member 
of the Manitowoc Musicians Association and was an avid sportsman especially 
enjoying hunting and fishing.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Ruth Anne and Glenn Lutze, 
Oakfield, Wis., Mary Lou and Michael Lane, Lena, Wis.; seven grandchildren, 
five great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Claribel Schaus, Mrs. 
Olive Schaus, both of Manitowoc; neices, nephews, other relatives and 
friends. He was preceded in death by one great-grandson, Michael Anthony 
Lane, 12 brothers and sisters.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home on Monday, August 21, 1995, 
(TODAY) from 6-8 p.m. and on Tuesday morning at the funeral home from 10 
a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, August 21, 1995 P. A2
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[d. at Grancare Nursing Home WI/widower of Ruth Schmitz]


WOODROW A. SCHMITZ

Woodrow A. Schmitz, 60, of 1401 Reed Av., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Schrankler and Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitz was born Nov. 7, 1912, at Manitowoc, son of the late Edward S. 
and Clara Mueller Schwartz. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the 
Pacific Theater, from April 23, 1973 to May 18, 1946, as a first lieutenant 
in the quartermaster corps.
He married Marjorie Gherna Oct. 7, 1950, at Iron Mountain, Mich. The couple 
located at Manitowoc. He was a former Manitowoc city attorney and past president 
of the County Bar Assn. He was a member of the Amvets Post No. 23, Seagulls, 
Elks Lodge No. 687, Masonic Lodge No. 65, Manitowoc Council No. 18 R. and A.M., 
Odd Fellows Lodge No. 55, board of directors of Holiday House, State Bar Assn., 
Manitowoc County Memorial Hospital Assn., St. John United Church of Christ 
Council and past commander of American Legion Post No. 88.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home Manitowoc, form 4 to 9 p.m. 
Tuesday until 1 p.m. Wednesday and then at the church until the time of service.
Memorials may be made to Holiday House, Memorial Hospital Building Fund or St. 
John United Church of Christ.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. January 22, 1973
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[d. 01-21-1973/age 60 yrs.](07 Nov 1912/Jan 1973/SSDI)


DAVID A. SCHMOOCK

David A. Schmoock, age 21, of 1417A S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday, 
June 2, 2005 at his residence. 
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 7, 2005 at 2 p.m. at the Jens 
Family Funeral Home. Rabbi Sidney Vineburg will officiate; burial will follow 
at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
David was born Sept. 14, 1963 at Green Bay, son of Gordon Perlman and Mary 
Schmoock. He was a student at the University of Wisconsin-Manitowoc. He enjoyed 
fishing, was an avid railroad fan and photographer. 
Survivors include his father, Gordon Perlman, Manitowoc; his mother, Mary 
Schmoock, Two Rivers; one half-sister, Charlene Schmoock, Maribel; other relatives 
and friends also survive. David was preceded in death by his grandparents, Richard 
and Edith Perlman, and Paul and Anita Schmoock. 
Relatives and friends may visit the family at the Jens Family Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc on Tuesday, June 7, 2005 from 1 p.m. until the time of services at 2 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, June 2005