ALBERT H. SCHMIDT    (d. 1953)

Heart Ailment Proves Fatal to Judge Albert H. Schmidt 
Ill Since Last Year, Former Jurist Died
Judge Albert H. Schmidt, 78, prominent jurist and civic leader, president of 
the Manitowoc County Bar Association, and former municipal judge, died Monday 
morning at the Holy Family Hospital.
Judge Schmidt had been ill since late in September, 1952. He collapsed in the 
lobby of the Hotel Manitowoc Sept. 25, just before he was to preside at a Ladies 
Night dinner program for the Attorneys. He was moved to the hospital suffering 
from a heart condition.
The judge recuperated and returned to his home, 701 Jay St., and even resumed 
his law practise and his duties as revisor of the municipal code book, a post 
to which he was named by the City Council. However, his heart condition became 
aggravated and he was again removed to the hospital.
Pioneered City Schools
Judge Schmidt, a member of the county bar for 55 years, was active in the 
Fraternal Order of Eagles, holding local, state and grand aerie offices in the 
order, was one of the pioneers in the adoption of the city system of schools in 
Manitowoc, and one of the founders of Citizenship Day in 1939.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home. Dr. C. H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian Church will officiate and 
interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after Wednesday noon.
Judge Schmidt was born in this city in 1875, a son of the late Henry and Julia 
Schmidt. He was graduated from the old South Side High school and enrolled at 
the University of Wisconsin. He took the four year civic historical course and 
the three year law course and was graduated in 1898.
Joined Law Firm 
In his senior year he won the senior oratorical content later representing the 
state university in the Northern Oratorical League contest. He was also 
commencement orator of the senior class.
He was a member of the Forum and Philomanthia Debating societies and was elected 
president of the latter in 1986.
Returning to Manitowoc, he was admitted to the bar June 14, 1898, and later became 
a member of the law firm of Sedgwick, Sedgwick and Schmidt. His hobby in his young 
years was hiking and he organized the Manitowoc Hiking Club, whose members walked 
to nearby cities during the summer months.
Won Long Fight
At the time Manitowoc citizens embarked on a campaign to adopt the city system of 
schools, shortly after the turn of the century, he joined with the late John 
Schmidtman and Frank A. Miller in organizing the campaign to consolidate the old 
school districts into one central school unit. The fight of 12 years finally ended 
after a trip to the state supreme court, in adoption of the modern school system.
Judge Schmidt was a member and served as the first president of the Fire and Police 
Commission and aided in reorganization of the department that put fire department 
under civil service.
He was elected judge of the Municipal Court in 1905 and served 28 years until 1933 
when he retired, to resume private practice.
Past Aerie President 
Judge Schmidt’s fraternal affiliations were the Eagles and the Knights of Pythias. 
He was a past president of the Manitowoc aerie of Eagles serving from 1920 to 1922 
and later served two terms as president of the state aerie of the order. He was a 
justice of the grand aerie of Eagles for several years. 
He was one of the sponsors of 
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the Eagles movement for mothers’ pension and old age insurance. He was a member 
of the state and national old age pension commissions of the order. 
He served as one of the first counselors of the Wisconsin branch of American Institute 
of Criminal Law and Criminology which was the first institution of its kind founded 
on a sate basis in the United States.
Congressional Recognition 
In politics Judge Schmidt was an ardent Republican in 1934 his name was advanced by 
Eighth district Republicans as a candidate for Congress. He took an active campaign 
in party campaigns, filling many speaking dates not only in the county and state but 
in other states.
When Citizenship Day was launched in Manitowoc County in 1939—first in the nation—
Judge Schmidt, with Dr. R.J. Colbert of the University of Wisconsin, was one of the 
founders of this program which has now expanded across the United States and is 
observed yearly now by act of Congress, as “I an an American Day.” 
This yearly observance marks induction of young people who have attained their 21st 
birthdays the preceding year, into citizenship.
Named Bar President 
In 1948 Judge Schmidt was honored by the County Bar Association at the annual outing, 
for 50 years of practice in the county. The judge was always active in promoting the 
yearly picnic and dinner of county attorneys, serving as chairman of the committee 
for years. He promoted the feature of presenting neckties to honored guest at these 
dinners. 
Last year the Bar Association honored Judge Schmidt by naming him president.
For the past two years Judge Schmidt has been active in recodifying the municipal 
book on ordinances and bringing them up to date. He continued active in this work 
until moved to the hospital two weeks ago.
Judge Schmidt never married.
He made his home with a sister, Miss Mathilda Schmidt at 701 Jay St. 
Surviving Judge Schmidt are two sisters, Miss Mathilda, and Mrs. Fred C. Borcherdt, 
both of this city; and a brother, William F., of Portland, Oregon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 2, 1953  P.2
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[Albert J./d. 03-02-1953/age 77 yrs./bur. on John F. Zinns lot]


ALFRED H. SCHMIDT    (d. 2010)

Alfred H. Schmidt, age 97, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, died 
early Saturday morning, August 7, 2010, at Shady Lane.
Alfred was born on July 22, 1913, in Collins, son of the late William and Ella 
(Duchow) Schmidt. He grew up in Collins and attended local schools.
On January 21, 1941, he married to the former Gwendolyn A. Lippert at Dubuque, 
IA. Gwendolyn preceded him in death on March 10, 2010.
After high school, Alfred worked for the CCC in Northern Wisconsin for one year. 
Alfred worked at the White House Milk Company in Manitowoc, for 40 years. He 
was a member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church and enjoyed bowling, fishing, 
gardening, and traveling throughout the United States.
Survivors include five children, David K. (Catherine) Schmidt, Manitowoc; 
Daniel A. (Susan) Schmidt, Nekoosa; Gary W. (Janice) Schmidt, Oostburg; Glenn A. 
Schmidt, Manitowoc; Dianne E. (Teofil) Gieryn, Appleton; 13 grandchildren; 22 
great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; four sisters-in-law and two 
brothers-in-law , Jeanette Pankratz, AZ; Audrey (Roman "Buster") Kugle, Manitowoc; 
Carmen Ryan, Manitowoc; Elton (Setsuko) Lippert; Lakewood, WA; a very special 
niece and nephew, Karen Lippert and Allen Lippert, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends also survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ella Schmidt; his wife, 
Gwendolyn Schmidt; two brothers and one sister-in-law, Elmer Schmdt; Alvin (Luella) 
Schmidt; six brothers-in-law, Ervin; Kenneth; Roland; Harold Lippert; Lee Pankratz; 
Huns Ryan and three sisters-in-law: Leona Lippert; Evelyn Lippert; and Kathryn 
Lippert.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 13, 2010, at Bethany Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, 3209 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc. The Rev. Robert Kujawski and Rev. 
Stephen Melso will officiate with burial of his cremated remains to take place at 
Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc.
The Sheboygan Press


ANN SCHMIDT    (d. 1932)

MRS. SCHMIDT DIES AT SHEBOYGAN HOME
Mrs. Harold Schmidt, 21, formerly a resident of this city, died Saturday
night at the St. Nicholas hospital at Sheboygan and the remains were
brought to this city and removed to the Ernst Schmidt home, 1318 South
Thirteenth street from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home this
afternoon. Burial will take place from there at 1:30 Tuesday afternoon
and at two from the German Evangelical church in charge of the Rev. 
Schmidt of Sheboygan.
Her maiden name was Ann Gulseth and she was born in Green Valley, Wis.,
in 1911. She was married here March 14, 1931, to Harold Schmidt and
shortly after they removed to Sheboygan to reside, where he was a sales-
man for the Theodore Schmidtmann Co. of Manitowoc. The deceased is
survived by her husband, an infant son, a mother, stepfather, Ellif
Olson, city, five brothers, Hans, Albert and Elmer of this city, Samuel
of California and Melvin of Green Valley, and two sisters, Mrs. John
Wagner of Wheeler, Wis. and Florence of this city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 13, 1932  p.2
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[bur. 6-14-1932/age 21 yrs/died at Sheboygan, WI/cause: puerperal septicemia/
wife of Harold R. Schmidt/bur. on Ernst J. Schmidt lot]
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ANOTHER LOCAL COUPLE WEDDED AT WOODSTOCK, ILL.
A second marriage at Woodstock, Ill., of a young Manitowoc couple was revealed 
today in a telegram from that city announcing the issuing of a license to Miss 
Ann Gulseth of 940 North 22nd street and Harold Schmidt of 1318 South 13th 
street. 
Miss Gulseth is the daughter of Mrs. E. E. Olson of Cecil, Wis., and Mr. Schmidt 
is the son of Mr. and Mrs. E. Schmidt of the city.
The couple will make their home in the city, Mr. Schmidt being employed at the 
Schmidtman Co. He is a graduate of the high school class of ’28.
The wedding took place a week or more ago at the time another Manitowoc couple 
was wedded in the same city.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 23, 1931  P. 8 


ANNA SCHMIDT    (d. 1944)

Mrs. Anna Schmidt, 1228 S. 13th Street, died at the Holy Family hospital Tuesday 
noon. She was 72 years of age. Funeral services will be held at the Pfeffer 
funeral home Friday morning at 9 o’clock with the Rev. Paul Blaufuss of the St. 
John Evangelical church in charge. Interment will be in the Evergreen cemetery. 
The body will lie in state from Thursday noon to the hour of services at the 
funeral home. 
Mrs. Schmidt, nee Anna Ploeckelmann, was born on March 8, 1871 at Branch. For the 
last 60 years she has made her home in the city. She was married to August Schmidt 
53 years ago and he preceded her in death about 25 years ago. Survivors are two 
daughters, Miss Helen Schmidt, Mrs. Julius Dupras and a son, Carl, all of Manitowoc. 
One brother, August, lives in Chilton and her sisters are Mrs. Elizabeth Schwantz 
of Marinette; Mrs. Bertha Boldt, city; Mrs. Herman Ginther, Haven; Mrs. Emma DeLano, 
Menominee, Wis., and Mrs. Minnie Meister, Albany, Oregon.
Manitowoc Herald Times February 23, 1944 p.2
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[d. 02-22-1944/age 72 yrs./wife of August A. Schmidt]


AUDREY E. (LENZ) SCHMIDT    (d. 2012)

Audrey E. Schmidt, age 85, of 2115 Cappaert Road, Manitowoc, died Sunday, June 17, 
2012, at Harmony of Manitowoc. 
Audrey was born on February 12, 1927, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Herman 
and Stella (Kocian) Lenz. Audrey met the love of her life, Elmer George Schmidt 
after attending Lincoln High School. She graduated with the class of 1945. Audrey 
and Elmer were married on October 16, 1948, at First Lutheran Church in Manitowoc 
where she was a lifelong member. Elmer preceded her in death on December 12, 1992. 
Audrey was a dedicated employee of Jagemann Stamping for 15 years. She was an avid 
fisherwoman, nature lover, gardener, knitter and chef. She lovingly and patiently 
shared her many talents with anyone who wanted to learn. Besides First Lutheran 
Church, Audrey was a member of the Manitowoc Senior Center. 
Survivors include her two sons and daughters-in-law: George (Kathy) Schmidt, Green 
Bay; Steven (Linda) Schmidt, Bradenton, FL; four grandchildren and eight great 
grandchildren who gave her a wonderful sparkle in her eyes and smile on her face. 
She was preceded in death by her parents: Herman and Stella Lenz; her husband: 
Elmer Schmidt. 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday June 21, 2012 at First Lutheran 
Church, 521 North 8th Street, Manitowoc. Ann Unertl, Parish Nurse/Lay Minister will 
officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call at the church on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 
a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is assisting the Schmidt 
family. 
We will miss her quick wit, tenderness, jokes and beautiful smile. Godspeed, Mom. 
Audrey would like to thank Dr. Rauschenberger and his nurses Patty and Sharon. They 
provided her with not only medical care but also any type of support that she needed 
to maintain a high quality of life. 
The family extends a heartfelt thank you for the sincere and loving care provided 
our mother by the staff's at Harmony Assisted Living of Manitowoc and Hospice 
Advantage of Sheboygan.
Herald Times Reporter, June 20, 2012


AUGUST A. SCHMIDT  (d. 1917)

AUGUST SCHMIDT, CITY EMPLOYEE IS CALLED BY DEATH
Assistant Engineer at the Utility Plant Passes Away, Aged 53
August A. Schmidt, assistant engineer at the city utility plant until 
his illness several weeks ago, passed away at his home, ? South Seventh 
street at an early hour this morning at the age of 53 years. 
Mr. Schmidt had been ill since July and the past few weeks had failed 
rapidly. Deceased was born in Germany and came here with his parents 
when a boy of two? years and had since resided here. He is survived by 
a widow and four? children, Harvey and Charles, (next two illegible) 
and Carolina Schmidt. The funeral will be held from the late home Monday 
afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, Nov. 24, 1917, Page 8
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August A. Schmidt, assistant engineer at the utility plant, died Friday at his 
home, 1305 South Seventh Street, aged 53 years, after a long illness. The 
deceased was born in Germany and came to this country with his parents when a 
child of two years and made his home here ever since. He is survived by his 
wife and four children, Harvey, Charles, Helen and Carrie. The funeral was held 
Monday afternoon from the home.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 29, 1917
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[cause: cancer]
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(August A. Schmidt/d. Nov. 24, 1917 age 54 yrs. 7 mo. from burial records
of St. John's United Church of Christ)


CARL G. SCHMIDT    (d. 1922)

Carl Gottlieb Schmidt
45th WI Infantry, Company F
Born:  1845  Enlisted:  January 23, 1865 as a Private, from Manitowoc, WI, 
21 year-old Farmer, 5’3”, blue eyes, light hair. Mustered Out: July 17, 1865 
at Nashville, TN  Wife: Rosetta Bruggemann, 1852-1914 
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1890 Veterans Schedule, 
Manitowoc County:  Carl J Schmidt, Pvt 45 F, post office Manitowoc 
1895 June 20 Veterans Census of Manitowoc County: Carl G. Schmidt, Pvt F 45 
Infantry, post office Manitowoc
Died: June 4, 1922
Buried: Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, WI
Gravesite: A-14-1: “Carl G. Schmidt/Co. F.” (balance of stone buried)
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[Carl G. Schmidt/bur. 06-07-1922/cause: hemorrage of stomach]
(Carl Bottlieb(sic) Schmidt/d. 7 June 1922/age 77 yrs./from record of 
 St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
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NEWSPAPER MAN OF CITY DEAD
Carl G. Schmidt Civil War Veteran Passes Today
Carl G. Schmidt, veteran German newspaper man of the city and a civil war 
veteran, died at the Holy Family hospital this afternoon, aged 77. Mr. 
Schmidt had been ill but a few weeks and up to the time of the attack had 
been editor of the Manitowoc Post.
Despite his advanced years Mr. Schmidt had been active in his profession up 
to within a few weeks of death and was daily at his desk. He was formerly 
owner and publisher of Der Nordwesten and had been engaged in the printing 
business since arriving in the United States at the age of 21, having learned 
his trade at Chicago. Later he located at Madison where he established a German 
publication and in 1888 he came to this city and purchased the Nordwestern, a 
newspaper owned by his brother Carl H. Schmidt. In 1910 Mr. Schmidt retired 
from the Nordwesten which passed and after some time, he became associated with 
the Manitowoc Post with which he held a position at the time of his death.
Served in Civil War
Mr. Schmidt was born in Westphalia, Germany June 26, 1845 and spent his boyhood 
in his native land, coming to America when 21. He was in Chicago at the time of 
the big fire in 1871, after returning from service in the civil war. Mr. Schmidt 
was a member of Co. F. 45th Wisconsin infantry in the war.
Mr. Schmidt was a member of Walker Post, G.A.R. of this city and had been 
prominent in the organization for years. He served as commander, adjutant and 
in other positions in the Post and was in charge of the last Memorial Day 
Arrangements for the post a year ago.
Was Widely Known
Through his work in the newspaper business Mr. Schmidt was widely known, not 
only in Manitowoc county but throughout the state.
His wife died some years ago and he is survived by four sons, Adelbert and 
Grover of Milwaukee, Robert of this city and Carl, of Blanchardville, this 
state, and two daughters Louise and Anna, both residents here.
Funeral arrangements have not been made. Mr. Schmidt was one of the last 
sixteen surviving member of Walker post, G.A.R.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, June 6, 1922 P. 1


CARL H. SCHMIDT    (d. 1888)

DEATH OF JUDGE SCHMIDT 
The Hon. Carl Haw Schmidt, Co. judge of Manitowoc county, died at his residence 
in this city at 9:40 o’clock a.m. last Saturday, aged 57 years.
Carl Haw Schmidt was born at Westphalia, Germany, on the third day of September, 
1885.
He emigrated to America when 19 years of age, coming directly to Milwaukee, where 
he worked as printer on the “Seehote”. He came to Manitowoc in 1856 and started 
the Nord Westen.
When the war broke out he closed the printing office and went to the front. He 
enlisted as a private and went out a quartermaster, afterwards being promoted to 
captain of company F. 9th Infantry. He was discharged from the service in 1864 
and returning home started the Nord Westen, again, and has been its editor ever 
since. 
Mr. Schmidt was elected to the state assembly in 1867, and to the state senate 
two terms, 1871-73. After his retirement from the senate, he was a member of the 
city council and supervisor. 
He was elected to the position of county judge of this county, which he held at 
the time of his death. Carl H. Schmidt was a bitter foe, yet a kind friend to 
those with whom he chose to associate. He had a good education and was a man of 
ability.
The funeral service will take place tomorrow (Wednesday) at 2 o’clock in the 
afternoon.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, January 10, 1888  P. 3
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C.H. SCHMIDT
Hon. C.H. Schmidt of this city died on Saturday morning, January 7. He had been 
confined to his bed but a brief time, though for the past few months he was in 
feeble health. His friends did not expect so sudden a termination of his sickness 
though his constantly failing health made ultimate recovery hopeless.
He was born in Westphalia, Germany, September 30, 1835, and received a good 
education. When 18 years of age he emigrated to America and lived for a short 
time in Milwaukee where he was employed as a printer on “Der Seebote.” Quitting 
Milwaukee he came to Manitowoc in 1856 and worked for a short time on “The 
Wisconsin Demokrat” then owned by Carl Roesser. In 1857, with the assistance 
of his father he established “Der Nordwesten.” In 1861 he enlisted as corporal 
in Co. F. Ninth Wis. Infantry but was transferred to another regiment. Soon after 
he was returned to his original company and held the positions of lieutenant and 
quartermaster and when discharged had attained the rank of captain.
On returning from the war he resumed the publication of Der Nordwesten and up to 
the time of his death continued as its editor and publisher. In 1867 he was 
elected to the assembly and in 1868 and 1872 to the state senate. In 1885 he was 
elected county judge.
In the senate and assembly he was quite an influential member and kept close watch 
of legislation. He was esteemed quite highly by his associates and became quite 
favorably known throughout the state by his prominence as a legislator.
He was a man of unusual mental endowments, very positive in his opinions and with 
a following in the county which made him a leader. As a writer he was direct and 
forcible. His knowledge of men enabled him to govern many who could not themselves 
account for hs ascendancy. He rarely failed to execute any purpose he former and 
his indomitable will power never faltered at the intervention of obstacles. The 
dominating force of his character made men, by no means weak, plastic in his 
presence and bend to his purpose though at first inclined to oppose. He was 
ambitious, and had his ambition been active as well as potential no man in the 
state would have been richer in political honors.
His domestic relations were most pleasant. There was no kinder husband and his 
wife is a most exemplary woman. His boys have managed The Nordwesten office for 
the last few years do credit to their father, and should they continue in the 
business will well deserve friendship and support.
The funeral took place on Wednesday and was very largely attended. The funeral 
oration was delivered by H. Falge.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 12, 1888  P. 3
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Death of Carl H. Schmidt, editor and founder of Nord-Westen, on 07 Jan. after a
short illness. (Exhaustive details of his life.)
Der Nord Westen, 12 Jan. 1888
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[cause: Dropsy]


CHARLOTTE SCHMIDT

Death from old age debility on Sun. morning of widow 
Charlotte Schmidt in the residence of her daughter, 
Mrs. John Jens here. Mrs. Schmidt was born in Germany 
in 1826 and has been a resident of Manitowoc for many 
years. She is survived by one daughter, the above named 
Mrs. Jens. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon at 
the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 01 June 1905
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Mrs. Charlotte Schmidt died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Jens, South 
Main street, last Sunday morning after a protracted illness with ailments 
incident to the infirmities to advanced age. The decedent was 79 years old. She 
was a native of Prussia, Germany. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. John Jens. 
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, June 1, 1905 P. 1
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[Charlotte Leverenz/bur. 05-29-1905/age 79 yrs./cause: old age]
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CHARLOTTE’S 1ST MARRIAGE:

SCHMIDT: Johann 
b: Duebenitz, Meklenburgh-Schwerin
res: Manitowoc, workman
p: Johann Schmidt and unknown
m: 10 May 1857 in Manitowoc at First Ger. Evang. Luth. ch. (co. mar. index v.1 p.190) 
to: Charlotte Conrads
p: Heinrich Conrads and Elsie Gusten 

CHARLOTTE’S 2ND MARRIAGE:

LEVERENZ: John
m: 08 Apr 1873 (co. mar. index v.4 p.69) 
to: Charlot Schmidt"
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[John Leverenz is on a different lot in the cemetery]


CLARA SCHMIDT    (d. 2002)

Clara Schmidt, age 87, of 1500 N. Third St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, Jan. 27, 
2002 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 1, 2002 at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Bitter will officiate 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Clara was born on Oct. 21, 1914, at Kellnersville, daughter of the late Wencil 
and Mary Schuber Novachek. She grew up and was educated in the Kellnersville 
area. On July 02, 1936, Clara married Harold R. Schmidt. He preceded her in 
death on Dec. 24, 1977. Clara retired from Park Lawn Nursing Home in 1986. She 
was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ladies Aid Society 
and the Senior Center crafts group.
She is survived by her five children: Robert (Audrey) Schmidt, Verona; Carolyn 
(Donald) Carbon, Manitowoc; Richard Schmidt, South Milwaukee; Dorothy Hohner, 
Jackson, Wis.; and Ronald (Lane) Schmidt, Durham, Calif.; 14 grandchildren; 22 
great-grandchildren; and one brother: William Novachek Sr., Manitowoc. Nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Clara was preceded in death 
by her husband: Harold; one brother: Emil Novachek; and two sisters: Anna Wacek 
and Mary Shamburek.
Relatives and friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
1033 S. Eighth St., Manitowoc, on Friday, Feb. 1, 2002 from 10 a.m. until the 
time of services at 11 a.m. E-mail letters of condolence may be sent to the 
Schmidt family c/o Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, at 
jrp@LAKEFIELD.NET .
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 30, 2002  P. A5
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Clara Schmidt, age 87, of 1500 N. Third St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, Jan. 27, 
2002 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 1, 2002 at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Bitter will officiate 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Relatives and friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
1033 S. Eighth St., Manitowoc, on Friday, Feb. 1, 2002 from 10 a.m. until the 
time of services at 11 a.m. E-mail letters of condolence may be sent to the 
Schmidt family c/o Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, at 
jrp@lakefield.net.
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 31, 2002


CORA SCHMIDT

Mrs. Dominic Schmidt, 85, of 946 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc, died early Tuesday 
morning at Manitowoc County Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theophil Uetzmann will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Cora Mueller was born April 7, 1873, at Manitowoc, daughter of the 
late William and Henrietta Seeger Mueller. She was married Dec. 22, 1896, at 
Manitowoc to Dominic Schmidt, who died in 1930.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Edith Kluczinske, and a son, George, of Manitowoc 
and 14 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Ninth Street entrance, 
Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. Wednesday until 10:30 a.m. Thursday when the casket will 
be moved to the church where the body will be in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 29, 1958  P. 13
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[d. 04-29-1958/age 85 yrs./wife of Dominic Schmidt]


DELBERT A. SCHMIDT

Delbert A. Schmidt, age 92, of 8804 Beagle Lane, Two Rivers, died Wednesday, 
March 25, 2009, at his residence.
He was born Oct. 3, 1916, in Manitowoc, son of the late Emil Sr. and Louisa 
(Wenzel) Schmidt. Delbert worked on the family farm all his life. He enjoyed 
farming and the animals until the day he passed away. Delbert liked to go to 
the Reedsville auction and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Delbert was preceded in death by six brothers: Emil Jr., Raymond, Edward, Wenzel, 
Arthur and Albert Schmidt; and one sister: Adelle Gartze.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 30, 2009, at The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Kenneth 
Nelesen. Cremation will follow, and Delbert will be laid to rest at Evergreen 
Cemetery at a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, March 30, 2009, at The 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 
a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 29, 2009


DOMINIC SCHMIDT    (d. 1929)

D. SCHMIDT, 57, FRACTURES SKULL IN FALL
Well-Known Poultry Fancier of City Dies Last Night;  
The dead are Dominic Schmidt, 57, Manitowoc…Schmidt died at the hospital at 
8:30 o’clock last night from a basal fracture of the skull which he sustained 
in a fall while helping a neighbor raise the roof of his home…
Scaffolding Breaks 
Dominic Schmidt, 946 N. Eighth street, received the skull fracture when his 
head struck the sidewalk alongside the home of Vincent Maresh, 850 N. Ninth 
street, while a 2 x 4 on the staging they had built on which to work while 
raising the roof of the dwelling broke and caused both of them to fall. Schmidt 
was picked up unconscious and was immediately rushed to the hospital but he died 
without regaining consciousness. His companion, Maresch, landed on his right 
elbow and suffered from bruises and shock and is at present confined to his bed 
at his home. The accident occurred at 10:30 o’clock Sunday morning.
Schmidt, a well known poultry fancier of the vicinity, has been a resident of 
Manitowoc for the past 47 years. Born in Germany on September 7, 1872, he came 
to Milwaukee when a year old and the family moved to this city nine years later. 
On December 22, 1896, he married Miss Cora Mueller, who with three children, Mrs. 
Alf Iverson, Grand Rapids, Miss Edith at home and George at home; three brothers, 
Anton and John Deeks of Fumatra, Montana, and Andrew Deeks of this city; six 
sisters, Mrs. August Franz; Mrs. William Junk, Mrs. John L. Franz, Mrs. Emil 
Westphal and Mrs. Arthur Radtke, all of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Richard Fenske, 
Chicago, and four grandchildren, survive.
Funeral services will be held from the home at 916 N. Eighth Street at 8:30 
o’clock and from the St. Boniface church at 9 o’clock on Wednesday morning. 
Father Kersten officiating. Interment will take place at Evergreen 
Second Tragedy in Family
Mr. Schmidt received his fatal injuries about 12 hours after the death of his 
niece, Mrs. Melvin Mackey, 22, who died at the home of her father, Andrew Deeks 
on Saturday night. Funeral services for Mrs. Mackey will be held on Tuesday morning.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 7, 1929  P. 2
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[Dominic/bur. 9 Oct. 1929/age 57 yrs./cause: fracture of base of skull]


EDWARD J. SCHMIDT   (d. 1970)

Col. Schmidt of Manitowoc dies at Age 77
Col. Edward J. Schmidt, 77, of 1609 S. 13th St., whose military
service and veterans organization careers set precedents for 
longevity, died Friday evening at Holy Family Hospital, following
an illness of one week.
Colonel Schmidt's military and veteran's organization service was
probably unparallelled in Wisconsin history. He was active in both
of these patriotic fields for more than half a century and served
overseas as a Wisconsin National Guardsman called into federal
service both in World Wars I and II.
His service to veterans' organizations was highlighted by more than
50 years of duty as adjutant-quartermaster of the Department of
Wisconsin, Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Awarded Purple Heart
Colonel Schmidt was elected to this post at Eau Claire in 1924,
serving from then until retiring in 1969, except for the time he
was in service in World War II.
No "rear echelon" soldier Schmidt was awarded the Purple Heart while
serving in World War I and earned the Silver Star for heroic action
near Tarakena Village, New Guinea, during World War II.
The veteran combat soldier commanded the 127th Infantry Regiment of
the famed Wisconsin-Michigan 32nd (Red Arrow) Division during its
baptism of fire in the Papuan campaign in New Guinea, highlighted by
the Battle for Buna Mission.
Colonel Schmidt was hit by malaria and transferred to Australia, then
returned to the states at the close of 1945.
In 1946, he was discharged from active duty at Camp McCoy and entered
active reserve status, culminating a military career which began with
his enlistment as a private in Manitowoc's old Company H of the 
Wisconsin National Guard June 10, 1910.
.....2 paragraphs about dinner honoring him...
Colonel Schmidt was born June 30, 1893, at Chicago, Ill., son of the
late John and Theresa Kerscher Schmidt, of Manitowoc.
Funeral Tuesday
He was a member of Veterans of World War I, Barracks 2565; Association
of the US Army, 45-year member of American Legion; Reserve Officers
Assn. of the US, the United Commercial Travelers, Izaak Walton League
of America, Deputy Sheriff's Assn of Manitowoc County; the 127th
Infantry Association of the 32nd Infantry Association; Independent
Order of Odd Fellows, and Manitowoc Lodge 687, Benevolent and Protective
Order of Elks; Fraternal Order of Eagles; Lions Club; a life member of
the VFW; Military Order of Cooties (the fun organization of the VFW)
and the Retreads, the Military Officers Sixth Digit Assn., life member
of the VFW Past Commander's Club and the Reserve Officers of the US.,
life member of the 32nd Division Veterans Assn. Les Terribles.
He was married to Viola Jirikowic in 1918. She preceded him in death
in 1947. On Jan. 31, 1948, he married Ivy Jackson at Medford, Wis.
She and a daughter survive.
Funeral services will be Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, September 19, 1970  p.2
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MARINETTE MAN PRAISES CAPT. SCHMIDT, THIS CITY
Lieut. Lester Lindsey, Here for Brief Visit, 
Served in Command With Manitowoc Soldier
High tribute was paid to the bravery of Capt. Edward Schmidt, former 
commander of Co. H. of this city, by Lieut. Lester Lindsey, of Marinette, 
who served with Company I. formerly of Marinette and commanded by Capt. 
Schmidt in his service overseas. The Manitowoc officer is declared by 
Lieut. Lindsey to have distinguished himself and was given recognition 
by General Pershing for distinguished service. Lieut. Lindsey, who 
recently arrived in the states, was in the city today en route to his 
home at Marinette and was a guest at the Johnson home on North Ninth 
street. He leaves for his home this evening. “Manitowoc may be proud of 
Capt. Schmidt,” said Lieut. Lindsey, who has served in a number of battles 
under the Manitowoc officer. Capt. Schmidt was transferred from Co. H. 
after his arrival overseas was assigned to command Co. I. of the 127th. 
Capt. Schmidt was gassed on two occasions according to reports and at the 
time Lieut. Lindsey left Europe was still in the hospital. Capt. Schmidt 
left here in command of Co. H. and was with the company of Co. H. and was 
with the company until arrival in service. The tribute by Lieut. Lindsey 
is a most enthusiastic one and one in which Manitowoc takes pride.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, February 07, 1919 Page 1
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CAPT. SCHMIDT HOME DAY IN ADVANCE OF SCHEDULE
Company F and Large Crowd at Station to Give First Public 
Demonstration for Returning Soldier
Frist public demonstration in honor of a returning soldier was given 
Capt. Edward Schmidt, ex-commander of Company H upon his arrival last 
night and but for the fact that Capt. Schmidt reached here a day in 
advance of schedule a larger demonstration would have been staged in 
honor of the officer who led the flower of the city’s soldiery out to 
battle. More than one hundred people including members of Company H, 
home guards, the Boy Scouts and others, were at the station when the 
train pulled in at 8:30 and as Capt. Schmidt alighted form the car he 
was greeted by three cheers and a ? followed by a yell “What’s the 
matter with Capt. Schmidt” and the response “He’s All Right.” The man 
who had faced German machine gun bullets, had led his troops up to the 
enemy lines and gone over the top in a way that won him a citation from 
Gen. Pershing for unusual bravery, was unable to run the gauntlet of 
the cheering crowd at home and he hurried from the station to avoid a 
further demonstration, promising that he would “see the boys later.” 
Mrs. Schmidt was not at the station when Capt. Schmidt arrived and his 
hurried departure was permitted by the crowd who realized that he was 
anxious to get home. Relatives escorted the captain to his residence 
where there was a joyful reunion of husband and wife after a separation 
of nearly two years. Later in the evening members of Company F with an 
impromptu drum corps paraded the streets and marched to the home of 
Capt. Schmidt on Marshall street where the crowd was briefly addressed 
by the returned officer who expressed his appreciation of the hearty 
reception. Capt. Schmidt was not expected home until today but a message 
received at 6 o’clock last night told of his earlier arrival. Owing to 
the shortness of the time after the receipt of the message until the hour 
of train arrival it was impossible to organize the demonstration that had 
been planned but thirty members of Company F were rounded up by telephone 
and met the train at the station. Later the company returned to the armory 
donned uniforms and organized the parade in which a large number of 
citizens joined as escorts. Today Capt. Schmidt was not inclined to talk 
of the service overseas and said that he had not been discharged but was 
still under government orders. He said that he would return to Chicago 
within a day or two and did not know when he would be mustered out. Until 
that time he did not care to talk. Capt. Schmidt left here in command of 
Company H on July 15, 1917 but he was privileged to visit here for a brief 
time while the command was at Camp MacArthur, Texas. Capt. Schmidt did 
not lead Company H boys of this city in the battle lines, having been 
transferred to command of the Marinette company, old Company I with which 
he rendered distinguished service. Although twice gassed and wounded Capt. 
Schmidt returned home apparently in robust health though he has not entirely 
recovered from the effects of gassing which he suffered. Less than a month 
ago Capt. Schmidt had been ordered to London to head an expedition to carry 
food supplies to the American and allied forces in Russia but upon arrival 
in London his condition did not permit of the undertaking and he was ordered 
back to the states and it is expected will receive his discharge from service 
in a short time. Manitowoc is proud of the record made by Capt. Schmidt as 
it is that of the other boys in the service from here.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, April 29, 1919 Page 1
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[widower of Viola Schmidt and husband of Ivy Schmidt]
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Miss Viola C. Jirikowic and Mr. Edward Schmidt were married 8:30 o'clock last 
night at the German M.E. Church. Rev. C. F. Schellhase performed the ceremony. 
The bride is a daughter of Joseph Jirikowic and is a popular southside young 
lady.
Mr. Schmidt is an industrious young man and has been employed for several years 
by Frank Kerscher. He is first lieutenant of Company H but did not leave with 
the national guardsmen this morning having remained to secure recruits to bring 
the company up to the full war strength of 150 men.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 22, 1916


ELLA SCHMIDT    (d. 1958)

Mrs. William Schmidt, 72, of Valders, died at 5 a.m. Monday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Berge Funeral Home, Valders, 
with the Rev. Jerry E. Moe officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
The former Ella Duchow was born at Rantoul June 20, 1886, daughter of the 
late Mr. and Mrs. William Duchow. She was married to William Schmidt, Nov. 6, 
1907, at Rantoul. The couple lived at Menasha and Collins before moving to 
Valders where they lived the past 43 years.
Surviving are the husband; two sons, Alvin of Hebron, Ill., and Alfred of 
Manitowoc; a brother, Adolph of Collins and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 10, 1958  P.11
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[Ella Alma/d. 11-10-1958/age 72 yrs./wife of William C. Schmidt]


ERNST SCHMIDT

MALSTER DIES AT HIS WORK
Ernst J. Schmidt Drops Dead At Malting Firm Plant
Ernst J. Schmidt, 50, a maltster at the Rahr Malting company, dropped dead 
of a heart attack this morning at the plant. He collapsed on the floor of 
the cleaning house shortly after he started back to his work, after taking 
a drink at one of the fountains.
Workmen ran to Schmidt's assistance and carried him outside. He was dead 
before the arrival of a physician and the city ambulance.
Dr. Gerald Eau, county coroner summoned from Two Rivers, announced there 
would be no inquest.
Funeral services for Mr. Schmidt will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from the 
home, 1318 South 13th street and at 2 p.m. from the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church. Interment will be at Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased was born in Shawano county in 1885 and came to Manitowoc in 
1904. Twenty-three years ago he entered the employ of the Rahr company as 
a maltster and was with that company contiunously since. He was a member of 
the Brewers and Maltster union and serviced as financial secretary of the 
union for 13 years.
Mr. Schmidt was married to Miss Dora Leider ??????.
Survivors are his widow; aged mother, Mrs. August Schmidt, 86, Bonduel, Wis.; 
two daughters, Mrs. Fred Brick and Mrs. Earl Mueller, both of this city; two 
sons, Harold and Arthur, both of this city; three brothers, Robert, Bonduel, 
Wis., Frederick of Chilton, Wis., and Paul of Sheboygan; two sisters, Mrs. 
Hannah Ehmke, Embarrass, Wis., and Mrs. Martha Bgaumann, Plymouth, and four 
grandchildren.
The body will be moved to the home, Wednesday noon from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 27, 1935
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[bur. 08-30-1935/age 50 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis] 


GEORGE C. SCHMIDT    (d. 1994)

George C. Schmidt, age 87, a resident of North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc, died 
early Friday morning, December 9, 1994, at the North Ridge Care Center. Private 
Funeral Services for the family were held Saturday afternoon at the Harrigan 
Parkside Funeral Home. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born August 8, 1907, at Manitowoc, son of the late Dominic and Cora Mueller 
Schmidt. Mr. Schmidt was an iron worker for most of his life. He married Martha 
Soukup February 11, 1931, in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death in 1962.
Survivors include one daughter and two sons-in-law, Nancy and Alvin Anderson, Collins, 
James Kalista, Manitowoc; four grandchildren, Daniel (Louise) Kalista, Cindy (Dale) 
Smith, Penny (Paul) Wagner, Greg (Debi) Anderson; three great-grandchildren, Lori 
Kalista, Chase and Shane Smith, along with other relatives and friends surviving.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 11, 1994 P. A2
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[widower of Martha Schmidt]


HAROLD R. SCHMIDT    (d. 1977)

Harold R. Schmidt, 67, of 1016 N. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning in 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock will officiate. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidt was born Nov. 18, 1910, in Manitowoc, son of the late Ernest and Dora 
Leider Schmidt. He was educated in First German Lutheran Grade School and was a 
1928 graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. He was a salesman for the 
Schmidtman Company, Manitowoc, for 50 years, retiring in 1970. He married Anna 
Gulseth in March of 1931. She preceded him in death in June of 1932. He married 
Clara Novachek July 20, 1936. Mr. Schmidt was a member of First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church and past president and secretary of the church council. He was a 
member of the Manitowoc Marine Band for 27 years and past secretary and treasurer 
of the band. He played with various orchestras and was a honorary member of Local 
195 Musicians Association.
Survivors include his wife, Clara; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Robert 
and Audrey Schmidt of Middleton, Richard Schmidt of Milwaukee and Ronald and Lane 
Schmidt of Paradise, Calif.; two daughters and sons-in-laws, Carolyn and Don Carbon 
of Manitowoc and Dorothy and Michael Hohner of Allenton, a brother and sister-in-
law, Arthur and Phyllis Schmidt of Manitowoc; two sisters and brothers-in-law, 
Irma and Fred Brick and Hilda and Earl Mueller of Manitowoc; 12 grandchildren; 
nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Friends may call in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 p.m. Monday 
and at the church Tuesday from noon until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, December 24, 1977 P. 3


HENRY C.L. SCHMIDT    (d.1921)

TAPS SOUNDED FOR WELL KNOWN CIVIL WAR VET
Commander Henry Schmidt of G.A.R. Passes
Taps have sounded for Henry Schmidt, civil war veteran, prominent G.A.R man 
and for fifty years well known resident of the city and he passed on Saturday 
night to join in the last grand review. Mr. Schmidt's death came after an 
illness of but one day, he having complained of feeling ill on Friday, although 
able to be about. 
His advanced years, being 82, had enfeebled him but with a determination to be 
in the line of march to the end, he had never given up the fight, but his 
weakened condition could not withstand the final onslaught of time. His passing 
was calm and peaceful.
Henry Schmidt was one of the best known residents of Manitowoc county and during 
his half century of residence here he had been active in business, politics and 
in G.A.R. which recently celebrated the fortieth anniversary of its organization 
at which time Mr. Schmidt made his last public appearance. Four times he was 
honored by the Post as its commander and served in the office at the time of his 
death, having been re-elected for nearly fourteen consecutive years.
Served as Sheriff
In 1894 Mr. Schmidt was elected sheriff, the first republican to hold that office 
in Manitowoc county in years and served one term. He served as a member of the 
county board from the First ward and was known as one of the active workers of his 
party during his many years of affiliation with the county organization. Of late 
years his age and health would not permit of active work, but he continured to give 
his advice and assist in the campaigns of his son, Albert H. Schmidt, judge of the 
municipal court who has served for several terms.
Born In Germany
Mr. Schmidt was a native of Germany, born at Halle Brunswick, February 20, 1840 
and would have been 82 on his next birthday. At the age of 17, with a brother 
Fred, Mr. Schmidt left Germany because of his objection to military training and 
service required by the government, the two having been able to leave the country 
because an uncle was an inspector at Bremen. The trip across the ocean on a three 
masted schooner was fraught with many dangers, the boat having three times lost 
its masts. Upon arrival at New York the two preceeded to Manitowoc county, locating 
at Kossuth where an uncle, August Schuette, resided.
Volunteers on Lincoln Call
When Lincoln's call for volunteers came in the civil war Mr. Schmidt responded and 
was assigned to Co. B. Ninth Wisconsin and for three years served with the command, 
being wounded in the shoulder and later taken prisoner, making his escape, however. 
He was in the campaign through Arkansas to the Rio Grande and was at Vicksburg and 
was promoted to corporalt (sic) in the command.
Upon his return from the war Mr. Schmidt located in the city and engaged in the 
contracting business and later established a livery business which he conducted 
for many years on Franklin street, on the site of what is now the federal building. 
When the government sought a site for the building Mr. Schmidt offered his property 
which was selected. He removed to another location and continued business for some 
time and then returned.
Married in 1869
Mr. Schmidt was married to Julia Zinn on January 7, 1869 and the couple celebrated 
their golden wedding two years ago. Besides his wife Mr. Schmidt is survived by 
five of seven children born to the couple, Albert H. Schmidt, who is judge of the 
municipal court here; Willian (sic) F. Schmidt, electrical engineer of Portland, 
Ore, Mrs. Fred C. Borcherdt, Jr., Mrs. Orville Stinson, Miss Mathilda Schmidt, all 
of this city. Two brothers Fred and Herman preceeded him in death. Mr. Schmidt was 
the last member of the family to respond to death's summons.
In 1881 Mr. Schmidt took the initiative in organization of a Grand Armp (sic) post 
in this city and he was a familiar figure in public appearances of the Post, and 
in the annual Memorial Day services had always been selected as marshal in charge 
of the observance. He had never missed the exercises. Mr. Schmidt was instrumental 
in organizations of the W.R.C., the auxillary to the Walker Post and found his 
chief enjoyment in later years in the work of the two organizations.
Mr. Schmidt's death occurred at his home on Jay street in the residence he had 
occupied for forty years. He was the oldest resident of Jay street and at the time 
of the dedication of the new pavement for the street, he was honored by a serenade 
by the band.
Funeral services will be attended by members of Walker Post, G.A.R., and the W.R.C. 
and a firing squad of the American Legion, the younger soldiers, will act as escort 
to the body. Services wil (sic) be held from the home Thursday afternoon at 2 
o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, October 31, 1921 P.1
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[bur. 11-03-1921/cause: acute indigestion/bur. on John Zinns lot]
(Henry Schmidt/d. 29 Oct. 1921/age 82 yrs./from record of St. 
James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
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SCHMIDT TO QUIT LIVERY BUSINESS
Probably Oldest Livery Man in State; Is to Retire After May 24
IN BUSINESS HERE SINCE WAR DAYS
After nearly a half century in business, Henry Schmidt, probably the oldest 
liveryman in Wisconsin, is to retire, Mr. Schmidt having arranged for an auction 
sale to close out his business on May 24. Mr. Schmidt conducts a barn on Quay 
Street.
Mr. Schnidt's retirement has been rumored for some time past, since the sale of 
his property at Franklin & Ninth Street, to the government as a site for the new 
post office building, but the report was denied and Mr.  Schmidt, after vacating 
the site, leased barns on Commercial Street and later removed to Quay Street 
where he is now located. In the sale to be held May 24, he will offer the entire 
equipment of the barns, including twenty or more head of horses, carriages, buses, 
etc. and immediately thereafter, will close the barns. Engaging in the business 
upon his return from the Civil War in the 60's., Mr. Schmidt has been identified 
with it ever since. In earlier days and up to a few years ago one of the most 
important branches of the livery business was supplying of hearses and carriages 
for funerals, few of the smaller towns having hearses and in the years in which 
he has been engaged in business, Mr. Schmidt has assisted in the burial of nearly 
6000 persons in Manitowoc County and the immediate vicinity. The figures are taken 
from the books of the livery.
Mr. Schmidt has been prominent in business affairs of the city and as a politician 
and was the first republican ever elected to the office of Sheriff in Manitowoc 
County, being elected in the early 90's. He is a prominent G.A.R. veteran and is 
one of the best known men of the county. Mr. Schmidt is the father of Municipal 
Judge A.H. Schmidt.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., May 12, 1910 


JOHN L. SCHMIDT     (d. 1997)

John L. Schmidt, age 75, of 1628 S. 18th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
October 18, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 21, 1997, at the 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, and 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Roman Zbieranski 
O.F.M. with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
John was born November 13, 1921, in the town of Cato, son of the late John B. 
and Sophie Staudinger Schmidt. On October 16, 1945, he married Grace E. Sauer 
at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Kellnersville. Grace preceded him in death, 
April 5, 1989. He was a 40 year employee of Mirro Corporation retiring in 1982. 
Survivors include three daughters, Cheryl (Larry) Adams, Shawano, Carol (Fred) 
Thomas, Debra Waack, all of Manitowoc; six sisters, Loretta Gustaveson, Sylvia 
(John) Hodzinski, Helen (Harold) Tetzlaff, all of Sheboygan, Lucille (Herman) 
Stroebel, Appleton, Harriet Mrotek, Genevieve (Allen) Backhaus, all of Manitowoc; 
10 grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. John was preceded 
in death by his parents; his wife; three brothers; and a sister.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, on Monday, from 
5-8 p.m. A prayer service will be held Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. led by Father 
Roman.
Herald Times Reporter, October 20, 1997 P. A2


JULIA (ZINNS) SCHMIDT

RESIDENT OF CITY 82 YEARS PASSES AWAY
Mrs. Julia Schmidt, Mother of Judge A.H. Schmidt, Was Pioneer Teacher of County
Life of another pioneer resident of the county came to a close here 
early this morning when Mrs. Julia Schmidt, nee Zinns, wife of ex-
Sheriff Henry Schmidt, deceased, and mother of Judge A.H. Schmidt,
died at the family home at 701 Jay street at 6:30 o'clock. Death came
after an illness of three months during which Mrs. Schmidt seemed to
rally at times but her advanced age of 86 proved an unsurmountable
handicap to recovery.
The end came peacefully with members of her immediate family in
attendance at the bedside. Although bed-ridden for the past several
months owing to the infirmities attendant upon advancing age, the
condition of Mrs. Schmidt did not become particularly alarming until
last Sunday. She remained conscious almost up to the hour of her death
and was cheerful with her faculties clear.
Was Pioneer Teacher
Mrs. Schmidt lived in Manitowoc county for 82 years and was one of the
pioneer teachers of the township of Meeme prior to making her home in
this city with her husband after the Civil war. Born in Buffalo, New
York, on May 28, 1844, Mrs. Schmidt moved to the town of Meeme with her
parents in 1848. Her early life was spent in the township where her 
father established the first mill to be erected in the state. After
attending schools of the district, she taught in the immediate vicinity
and on Jan. 7, 1869, she was united in marriage to Henry Schmidt who
preceded her in death eight years ago.
While the life and interest of Mrs. Schmidt centered in her home and
family, in her earlier life she took a prominent part in social affairs.
A lover of music and possessed of an excellent voice Mrs. Schmidt
participated in many public concerts and amateur theatricals and
achieved prominence for her work. In later life Mrs. Schmidt was most
active in the Woman's Relief Corps, auxiliary of the G.A.R., of which
her husband was time and time again named to head as commander of
Walker post.
She was a great favorite in the neighborhood where the family homestead
stood for many years and many people of the city well remember her
kindness in making her home their home.
Mother of Judge Schmidt
Mrs. Schmidt was the mother of five children, all of whom survive,
being Municipal Judge A.H. Schmidt, Mrs. F.C. Borcherdt, Jr., and
Miss Mathilda of Manitowoc, William F. and Mrs. Orville Stinson of
Portland, Oregon. She is also survived by three grandsons and a 
sister, Mrs. Rose Bodden of Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be held from the family home at 2 o'clock 
Saturday afternoon with the Rev. William Hood officiating. Interment
will take place at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, January 9, 1930  p.1 
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[bur. 1-11-1930/age 85 yrs/cause: gangrene of foot/bur. on John Zinns lot]


LAURA SCHMIDT    (d. 1979)

Mrs. Leo (Laura) Schmidt, 91, a former Manitowoc resident, died Friday morning, 
Dec. 7, at Wisconsin Lutheran Child and Family Service Home.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Keith Haag will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmidt was born Sept. 10, 1888, at Reedsville, Wis. daughter of the late 
Daniel and Bertha Jantz. She was raised and educated at Reedsville. She married 
Leo Schmidt April 15, 1915, at Reedsville. He preceded her in death Jan. 12, 
1967. Mrs. Schmidt was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church and a former 
member of the Ladies Aide of the Church.
Survivors include a son-in-law, Victor Gomoll of Glendale, Wis., a brother, 
Arvin Jantz of Benton Harbor, Mich.; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Reuben (Charlotte) 
Jantz of Milwaukee; two grandsons, Gary Gomoll of Milwaukee and Ronald (Janet) 
Gomoll of Whitefish Bay; and a great grandaughter (sic), Amy Gomoll of Whitefish 
Bay. Preceded in death by two sons, Milroy in 1934 and Orley in 1939, and 
daughter Mrs. Roma Gomoll in 1973. Four brothers and one sister also preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei StateSt. (sic) Chapel from 4 to 8 
p.m. Sunday and on Monday at the church from noon til the time of service. 
Memorials may be made to Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church or The Wisconsin 
Lutheran Child and Family Service.
Herald Times Reporter, December 8, 1979 P. 3

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Reedsville Items from Reedsville Reporter
A very pretty church wedding was solemnized Thursday evening, April 18th, 1915 at 7:00 pm when Laura, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Jantz became the bride of Leo Schmidt the marriage knot being tied by Rev. Koch of Lutheran church. The bride wore a beautiful gown of white silk messaline, a wreath and veil becomingly arranged and carried a shower bouquet of pink bridal roses. She was attended by her sister, Anna and sister-in-law, Laura Schmidt who wore flesh colored gowns of crepe du chine. The groom's attendants were August Birkholtz and Edmund Jantz. Both young people are favorites here, groom being employed with the Prochnow Cement Construction Co. and his bride who made her home with her parents here, has numerous friends who extend best wishes for the future happiness and success of both bride and groom. They will make their home in our village having rented the upper flat in former Bloedorn home. 
Brillion News - Fri., Apr. 23, 1915 

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[d. Milwaukee, WI/widow of Leo Schmidt]


LEO SCHMIDT
 
Manitowoc Herald Times Jan 12, 1967
Leo Schmidt, 76, of 1714 Waldo Blvd. Manitowoc, died early Thursday 
morning at Memorial Hospital , Manitowoc, after a coronary.
Mr. Schmidt was born July 19, 1890 at Michigan City, Ind., son of the 
late Edward and Minnie Schmidt Schmidt.  At the age of 20 years he came 
to Collins.  He married Laura Jantz at Reedsville April 15, 1915.  The 
couple moved to Manitowoc in 1927 and Mr Schmidt was engaged as a general 
mason contractor.  
Surviving are his wife, a daughter, a brother, two sisters, and two 
grandsons.  Two sons preceded him in death.

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Reedsville Items from Reedsville Reporter
A very pretty church wedding was solemnized Thursday evening, April 18th, 1915 at 7:00 pm when Laura, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Jantz became the bride of Leo Schmidt the marriage knot being tied by Rev. Koch of Lutheran church. The bride wore a beautiful gown of white silk messaline, a wreath and veil becomingly arranged and carried a shower bouquet of pink bridal roses. She was attended by her sister, Anna and sister-in-law, Laura Schmidt who wore flesh colored gowns of crepe du chine. The groom's attendants were August Birkholtz and Edmund Jantz. Both young people are favorites here, groom being employed with the Prochnow Cement Construction Co. and his bride who made her home with her parents here, has numerous friends who extend best wishes for the future happiness and success of both bride and groom. They will make their home in our village having rented the upper flat in former Bloedorn home. 
Brillion News - Fri., Apr. 23, 1915 

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[d. 01-12-1967/age 74 yrs.]
(19 Jul 1890/Jan 1967/SSDI)


MARTHA SCHMIDT    (d. 1962)

Mrs. George Schmidt, 51, of 1029 S. 17th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday night at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of 
First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Martha Rose Soukup was born May 31, 1911 in the Town of Gibson, 
daughter of the late Joseph and Rose Pech Soukup. She was married at Melnik, 
Feb. 11, 1930, and the couple resided at Manitowoc two years before returning 
to Melnik. After 19 years at Melnik they moved to Manitowoc. She had been 
employed at Towne House, Manitowoc.
Surviving are her husband, two daughters, Mrs. James Kalista and Mrs. Alvin 
Anderson of Manitowoc; two brothers, Edwin of Manitowoc and William of Melnik; 
two sisters, Mrs. Adolph Witak of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Stanley Zagrodnik 
of Manitowoc; and four grandchildren. A sister preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Tuesday until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 17, 1962  P.11
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[Martha Rose/d. 09-16-1962/age 51 yrs./wife of George C. Schmidt]


MARY (BABY) SCHMIDT    (d. 1899)

Mary Schmidt
birth: 8 February 1899 Manitowoc
death: 8 February 1899 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1899 Manitowoc, Wis.
father: Domince Schmidt
mother: Cora Miller
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MATHILDA SCHMIDT    (d. 1960)

Miss Mathilda Schmidt, 86, of 821 Buffalo St., Manitowoc, sister of the late 
Judge Albert Schmidt, died Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arthur O. Wigdahl will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen cemetery.
Miss Schmidt was born at Manitowoc Sept. 8, 1873, daughter of the late Henry 
and Julia Zinns Schmidt. She attended local schools and a music school at 
Chicago. She sang at various functions in the community for a number of years.
Surviving her are a brother, William F. Schmidt, of Portland, Ore., and three 
nephews, Fred. H. Borcherdt, of Manitowoc. Robert Borcherdt of Maumee, Ohio, 
and Edward Schmidt, of Portland. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 3, 1960  P. 7 
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[d. 03-03-1960/age 86 yrs./bur. on John F. Zinns lot]


MILROY SCHMIDT

Kustka, Schmidt, Dramm Boys Drown; Small Boat Capsizes One Mile Out
Norbert Kustka, August Haese Are Rescued On Sunday Afternoon
BOYS SHOUT FAREWELL
Small Sailboat Fills With Water Leaving Five In Craft To Flounder
Three Manitowoc boys were drowned and two companions were rescued Sunday 
afternoon when their small sailboat capsized and sank about a mile off the 
Manitowoc lighthouse.
The dead are:
George Kustka, 22, 1016 N. 15th street.
William Dramm, 19, 909 Park street.
Milroy Schmidt, 18, 1809 Belmont St.
Norbert Kustka, 17, a brother of George Kustka, and August Haese, 17, 1824 
Belmont St., were rescued. Almost exhausted, they were picked up by the 
Esperanza II, Two Rivers pleasure yacht owned and skippered by Dr. Herman 
Kahlenberg.
Search continued today for the bodies of the three youths. The lake is about 
40 feet deep where the tragedy occurred. The sailboat had originally been an 
old steel lifeboat. It was built over by a club of boys and christened the 
Maybee. The boat was apparently caught in a trough as the attempt was made to 
turn it and head it for the harbor. One wave partially filled the boat and a 
second wave overturned it and sank it. The boys were unable to reach for life 
preservers in the cabin of the craft.
According to August Haese, who gave the most coherent account of what took 
place, George Kustka, Dramm and Schmidt lost their lives when they became 
exhausted trying to swim toward the pier. Schmidt and Dramm, he said, both 
shouted farewell warnings to their companions as they were forced to give up 
their struggles. George Kustka never spoke, according to Haese.
Were Floundering
While all five youths who started out from the harbor here at 3 p.m. could swim. 
Haese and Norbert Kustka were the more proficient. Dramm was handicapped by a 
stiff shoulder which was broken in an accident some time ago. After waves nearly 
filled the Maybee it settled and sank from sight so quickly that the five aboard 
were soon floundering about in the choppy waters of the lake. 
The air tight bulkheads that were part of the steel lifeboat had been taken out 
to make room for the engine and cabine, built into the Maybee after a club of 
north side boys acquired the boat. Ballast added to the keel of the boat weighed 
it down.
Norbert Kustka was at the tiller of the Maybee leaving the harbor. The engine 
was started to give the boat headway to the end of the piers. Sail was made and 
the engine was shut off. According to Kustka it was decided to turn back in the 
harbor when the mile post, a buoy located almost directly due east of the piers, 
was sighted just ahead.
Wave Strikes
Kustka put the helm over and the Maybee came around broadside to the swells 
running in toward the shore. Suddenly a big wave struck the craft and it partly 
capsized and began to fill with water. Quickly all five aboard clambered on the 
upper side of the Maybee in an effort to right her and bail out the water. 
A gust of wind and another wave completed the hazard of the youthful sailors. 
The boat filled more rapidly and suddenly started to sink. 
"Pull off your clothes and swim toward the piers." Haese yelled as he took the 
lead toward the piers, almost a mile distant. 
All sensed the danger but no one sought to grab any of the others, according to 
Haese.
"We all started to swim toward the piers but the choppy seas made it hard," Haese 
said.
Finally crowds on the pier and along the shore noticed the tragedy being enacted 
before their eyes. In the harbor, returning to Two Rivers, was Dr. Herman 
Kahlenberg in his power sailboat, the Esperanza II. With him was his wife, Alice, 
and two guests, Roland Klinkner and Lester Bentley. 
Spied Two Boys
Edward Hamilton aboard a snipe boat in the inner basin and others on the pier 
motioned Kahlenberg out into the lake. He started his engine at full speed and 
drove in the direction they pointed. 
Soon just ahead two heads bobbed up and down in the lake. The Esperanza first 
came upon Haese. (continued on page 2)
He was swimming toward the pier and did not appear to be in serious trouble. 
But 100 feet beyond Norbert Kustka, hindered by his clothing, was in distress. 
A ring life preserver was thrown to Haese and the Esperanza went to Kustka's 
rescue. He had partly sunk from sight when the rescue party reached his side. 
A long pike pole in the hands of Bentley and Klinkner was shoved over the side 
toward Kustka. Instinctively he grabbed it and he was pulled toward the side of 
the Esperanza. Mrs. Kahlenberg reached over and grabbed Kustka and soon he was 
on deck.
The Kahlenbergs next turned toward Haese. He was clinging in the life preserver 
and trying to swim toward the pier at the same time. He was hauled aboard the 
rescue craft. The lake was scanned in all directions but the other three could 
not be seen.
The Esperanza turned about and headed for the piers. Kustka had swallowed 
considerable water and lapsed into unconsciousness.
Call Coast Guard
In the meantime the alarm spread and soon the Two Rivers coast guard crew, in 
charge of Boatswain Mate Joseph Czechanski, put out and small craft from both 
this port and Two Rivers joined in the search. 
After an hour's search of the lake's surface dragging operations were started. 
The coast guard crew and the Schuette yacht Gesine dragged the bottom of the 
lake in the vicinity of where the Maybee sank from sight until 1 a.m. today and 
returned later this morning. 
When the Esperanza docked at the foot of North Sixth street with Haese and Norbert 
Kustka the inhalator squad from the north side fire station was waiting. While 
Haese was whisked away to his home on Belmont street Kustka was fed oxygen from 
the hose line while at the same time the firemen and physicians massaged his body 
and administered artificial respiration.
In a few minutes Kustka revived but the treatment was continued for a half hour. 
He was placed in the city ambulance and taken to the hospital. He was able to 
return to his home late today. 
Large Crowds
News of the triple drowning spread about the city like wildfire. Soon the shore 
line from Commercial street north to the Little Manitowoc was lined with hundreds 
of persons watching the searching parties. Even after darkness settled over the 
water last night the crowds of watchers stood along the shore. 
The Maybee, the steel lifeboat changed over into a sailing sloop and equipped 
with a gasoline engine, was in trouble before although Haese and Kustka insist 
the boat was seaworthy. Last June Norbert Kustka and Lester Musil, Menasha avenue, 
took the Maybee out in the lake. The motor died and an offshore wind prevented 
them from getting the craft back into port. They cast anchor a mile off the piers 
and remained most of the night until the coast guard from Two Rivers, in search 
for them, located the disable craft and towed it into port. 
Originally the Maybee served many years as a lifeboat on either one of the Goodrich 
boats or a Reiss freighter. It was secured by a club of boys, ten or more in 
number and rebuilt to provide a cabin forward and place for an engine at the 
stern. 
Arthur Haese Jr., 1824 Belmont street, a brother of one of the two boys saved, 
intended to make the trip Sunday aboard the Maybee, but he had an engagement to 
see a friend off to school and did not join the five others for the fatal cruise. 
First of Season
The triple drowning Sunday marked the first fatalities of the summer season in 
Manitowoc and came a week after the life guards went off duty at the bathing 
beaches here.
August Haese is a member of the junior life saving corps at Lincoln high school 
and has been proficient in swimming classes ever since leaving the eight grade.
George Kustka, 22, one of the three drowning victims, resided at 1016 North 15th 
street and was the principal support of the family. He was employed as an attendant 
at the Deep Rock Oil companyon North 11th street. He was a graduate of the Lincoln 
high scool a few years ago and since leaving school has been employed. The survivors 
are his father Anton, four sisters, Agnes, Pauline, Mabel and Margie, and a 
brother, Norbert, one of the two saved Sunday. Norbert Kustka is employed as 
delivery boy for a meat market. 
The John Dramm family is among those who were sadly bereaved when the youngest 
member, William, died in the accident yesterday. He was 19 years of age. 
An ardent sailor, William had only yesterday put up his sloop, the Arab, for the 
winter. He was a member of the Manitowoc Yacht club and took a keen interest in 
maritime activities and history. He had collected one of the finest assortment 
of photographs of vessels built in or sailing from Manitowoc in the city. The 
collection encompassed vessels sailing from here during the past fifty years. 
His interests also led him to assemble a very excellent collection of postage 
stamps and he was a member of the local stamp collectors club. Besides his school 
work, William assisted in the Dramm floral shop and meat market. He enjoyed the 
out of doors and delighted in hunting and fishing. 
By confirmation he was a member of the First Lutheran church where he had many 
friends among the younger people.
Going To School
Milroy Schmidt, 18, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Schmidt, 1809 Belmont street, was 
born March 23, 1916. He attended the Lincoln high school for three years and took 
several courses at the Vocational school last year. 
"He was already enrolled in the Vocational school this year and had planned on 
finishing high school," Mr. Schmidt said today. 
Milroy, together with the other accident victims, spent a great deal of time on 
the water. His interest in boats had taken up most of his spare time during the 
past few years. During the Homecoming celebration here, he and the others managed 
a speed boat ride service on the river. 
Besides his parents, Milroy is survived by a brother, Orley, aged 13, and a sister, 
Roma, aged 16.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 10, 1934 p.1
(Note: There are 2 more columns about the drowning on page 1)
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LOCATE BODIES OF TWO; RITES ARE ARRANGED
Bodies of Milroy Schmidt and William Dramm Found About a Mile Off Piers
Bodies of two victims of the triple drowning off the harbor here a week 
ago Sunday when the sloop Maybee capsized and sank were recovered from 
the lake this morning.
The first body found was that of Milroy Schmidt which floated to the 
surface a little more than a mile north of the piers near the pond nets 
of Richard Lade. Two hours later the body of William Dramm was found a 
mile off the north pier within a few hundred years of where the Maybee 
sank.
Search continued today for the body of the third boy, George Kustka.
The Schmidt body was first noticed by Mr. Lade early today when he went 
to lift his nets along the shore between here and Two Rivers. He put back 
to Manitowoc at once and notified the police station which in turn called 
the coast guard at Two Rivers. Accompanied by John Nehring, engineer on 
the White Swan, and Officer Aaron Peters, Lade took his boat out again.
Hands Clasped
The body was soon located and the boat awaited the coast guard to assist 
in lifting it from the water. Mr. Nehring climbed aboard the surf boat of 
the coast guard and assisted members of the crew in putting the body on 
board. Except for trousers it was fully clothed. There was a blue sweater 
over two shirts. Both hands were clasped tightly together. There were no 
marks or scars on the body.
After depositing the Schmidt body on the dock near the Elks club Capt. 
Rogers took the coast guard crew out to continue the search. For a time 
there was no trace of a body but soon after a carferry passed into the 
harbor from across the lake, the currents lifted the body of the Dramm boy 
to the surface about a mile northeast of the north pier. This body was fully 
clothed, except that a blue outer coat had been removed. 
Funeral services for Milroy Schmidt took place this afternoon at 4 o'clock 
from the Shimek and Schwartz funeral parlors. They were in charge of the Rev. 
Theo. Uetzmann of the Immanuel Lutheran church. Interment was at Evergreen 
cemetery.
A memorial service for Milroy Schmidt will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at 
the Immanuel Lutheran church. He was 18 years of age and is survived by his 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Schmidt, 1809 Belmont street, a brother Orley and 
a sister, Roma. He had been a student at the vocational school.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 18, 1934 P.1
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[Milroy Laurence Schmidt/bur. 9-18-1934/cause: accidental drowning/
bur. on Leo Schmidt lot]


ORLEY SCHMIDT

SERVICES ARE HELD FOR TWO AIR VICTIMS
Edward Nelson, Orley Schmidt Are Buried Today; Schmatz Rites Thursday
Funeral rites for Edward J. Nelson, Manitowoc business man, and Orley Schmidt, 
high school athlete and student pilot, killed in a plane crash in Nelson's plane 
near the airport early Sunday evening, were held here this afternoon.
Services for Mr. Nelson were held at 3 p.m. from the Frazier mortuary chapel 
with the Rev. C. H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian church officiating.  The 
casket was not opened before the services and was draped with a large American 
flag.
Schmidt Services   
Honorary pallbearers were past presidents of the Lions club, of which Mr. Nelson 
was the first president.  They were Alois Fischl Sr., Edward Mackey, Otto Engel, 
William Huchthausen, Edward Meyer and Junias Pleuss.  Active pallbearers were 
Orville Breuer, John Schuette, John Kasper, Reinhardt Zechek, Arthur Pitz and 
Elton Hanson.  Burial was in Evergreen cemetery. 
Funeral services for Orley Schmidt were held at 2 p.m. from the Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. E. F. Uetzmann officiating.  Burial was 
in Evergreen cemetery.
Pallbearers were Edward Steckmesser, Kenneth Mueller and Billy Hrudka, who played 
on high school teams with Schmidt the past three years, Robert Vande Castle, 
Milton Habeck and John Rehak.
Funeral services for Eugene Schmatz, 18, of Branch, third victim of the accident, 
who died yesterday morning, will be held Thursday at 9 a.m. from thme St. 
Michael's church at Whitelaw with interment in the church cemetery.  The body is 
at the Schmatz home.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Wednesday, July 19, 1939
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Two Killed, Two Injured As
Plane Crashes Near Airport
Businessman And Athlete Die As Monoplane Falls
(PICTURES)
The nose of its motor smashed and bent to the ground, the wrecked plane in 
which Edward Nelson and Orley Schmidt died last night is shown above. Schmidt 
is shown to the left below.  In the center and to the right below are two 
pictures of Nelson taken at Cleveland, O., a week ago by Cyril Niquette, Two 
Rivers. The pictures were developed and printed this morning and were never 
seen by Nelson.  Photo of the wrecked plane is by the Herald-Times photographer.
Edward Nelson, Pilot, And Orley Schmidt Are Victims
Two persons were killed and two others seriously injured early last night when 
a cabin plane piloted by Edward J. Nelson, Manitowoc aviator and businessman, 
fell into an oat field on the Henry Klackner farm on the Town Line road just 
north of the Municipal Airport. 
The Dead:
Nelson, 53, of 709 St. Clair street, instantly killed.  Suffered a basal skull 
fracture, severe lacerations of the face and forehead, internal injuries and 
broken ankles.
Orley Schmidt, 17, of 1809 Belmont street, former high school athlete and 
student pilot, died a few minutes after the crash of a brain concussion.  His 
left arm was broken at the shoulder.
The injured:
Eugene Schmatz, 19, Branch in a grave condition at the Holy Family hospital 
suffering from a brain concussion, a broken neck, and leg fractures.
Emil Opichka, 18, Newton, at the hospital suffering from a broken nose and 
fractured right ankle.
Opichka, who regained consciousness at the hospital this morning, told physicians 
that he recalled nothing after climbing into the rear seat of the plane shortly 
before Nelson took off from the airport.  Physicians said the shock of the fall 
would result in Opichka's loss of memory for 24 or 36 hours.
Up 100 feet
The plane crashed as Nelson had attained a height of about 100 feet after taking 
off from the airport, where he had been taking up passengers.  Art Donohue, 
managing the airport in the absence of Elmer Leighton, said today Nelson, who 
held a transport pilot's license, was turning ten per cent of the money over to 
the airport management.
Witnesses said the motor of the ship died and the plane went into a spin and 
crashed.  The accident occurred few minutes before 8 o'clock.  Police received a 
call at 8 o'clock sharp.  Scores of people saw the ship fall and hundreds 
converged on the Klackner farm as authorities rushed city and county ambulances 
to the scene.  Opichka and Schmatz were taken to the hospital at once.  Dr. 
Norman C. Erdman, who had flown with Nelson during the afternoon, arrived a few 
minutes after the accident and pronounced Nelson dead.  Schmidt was still living 
when the doctor arrived but died a few moment later without regaining 
consciousness.
A coroner's jury was impanelled today by Dr. Gerald Rau, county coroner, and 
District Attorney Patrick Dewane.  Members are George Pankratz, Mrs. Jess Dempski, 
Oscar Belinski, David Dwyer, George Martin, Ed Leschke and Walter Gebrinsky. The 
jury viewed the bodies and was adjourned to await the outcome of the Opichka and 
Schmatz' injuries.
Says Motor "Died"
A local pilot who declined to be quoted said Nelson's motor died shortly after 
the take-off as the ship was turning to the right.  The ship, he said, was rising 
steeply.  When the motor died on the turn the plane nosed down.  The motor picked 
up momentarily but stopped and the ship went into a spin, with the tail turning 
around with the nose of the ship an axis.  It was the spin that many eye-witnesses 
took for a side-slip.
Among the first to reach the wrecked plane were Tony Panosh, Menasha avenue; 
Officer William McConnell, who was on his front porch watching the plane; Fred 
Brue and Robert Meyer of the airport; Robert Holschbach and Henry Klackner, on 
whose farm the accident occurred.
Nelson, according to McConnell, was in the pilot's seat and Schmidt was beside 
him.  Opichka and Schmatz were in the rear, pushed under the front seats.  The 
bodies were taken from the plane and placed on the ground.  The fusilage was 
torn away so that the passengers could be extricated.
Calls Police Station:
As McConnell saw the plane fall he rushed into his home and called Lieut. Aaron 
Peterson at the police station.  A moment later, Lt. Peterson received a call 
from Adolph Marquardt, 1115 South 15th street, that a plane had fallen and four 
people we injured.  Peterson dispatched the city ambulance with Officers Elmer 
Scherer and William Diegel and called the county ambulance, which was sent from 
the sheriffs office.
"I was watching the plane as it climbed up over the trees," McConnell said. "As 
it was banking, I heard the motors die.  Then the ship slid sideways to its left 
and I heard a loud "swoosh" as it hit the field."
Holschbach, who also saw the plane fall, claimed he heard the motors turn over 
just a second before the plane hit the ground.
Nelson, a licensed transport pilot, was a World war veteran and had been flying 
for about 12 years.  Last September he purchased the Fairchild ship for $7,000.
Tells of Crash:
Norman Kleman, student flyer at the airport, an eye-witness, said:
"Taking off to the east, the motor suddenly went dead at about 100 feet.  The 
pilot apparently attempted to circle northward in an attempt to bring his plane 
around to the landing on the field.  However, the plane lost speed and altitude 
rapidly and crashed."
Roy Lamach and Francis Kelley, both of Cato, narrowly missed making the fatal 
flight.  They had purchased tickets and were ready to get into the plane when 
Opichka and Schamtz pushed in ahead of them.
Angry at having to wait until the next flight, Kelley and Lamach watched the 
plane take off.  A moment later they saw it crash into the oat field.  They 
rushed to the scene and helped remove the victims from the plane.
Perry Hodgden, investigator of the Air Safety Board of the Civil Aeronautics 
Authority, Chicago and Burleigh Putman, Jr., inspector of the Wisconsin district 
for the Civil Aeronautics Authority arrived here early this morning to 
investigate the crash.  They would not reveal their finds because of board 
regulations but sent reports to Washington immediately.
Within a few moment after the crash hundreds of people arrived at the Klackner 
farm and traffic jammed along the townline road.  Scores ran across fields, 
knocking down Klackner's stand of oats, cutting and breaking fences, to reach 
the plane.  They tore souvenir strips from the fuselage and took pieces of the 
broken motor.  Police and sheriff's men had difficulty getting ambulances 
through the crowd.
Scene of Crash:
Nelson's plane crashed within 400 feet of the spot where a plane piloted by 
Melvin Thompson, 41, Kohler flyer, fell August 12, 1929, in a field on the 
Henry Klackner farm.  His passenger, Ruth Williams, 21, of Chicago, a cabaret 
entertainer, was killed.
Thompson, seriously injured, recovered after spending several weeks in the 
hospital.      
Thompson was using a ship owned by the late Frank Shoblaska, airport manager, 
and had taken off from the airport late in the afternoon with Miss Williams.  
The plane fell from a height of 1,500 feet.
Klackner, who was an eye-witness to this crash today pointed to the spot in his 
field where the city's first airplane tragedy occurred 10 years ago, almost a 
stone's throw from where the Nelson ship came down last night.
Relatives of Nelson had difficulty last night locating his brother, George, 
who left Saturday on the Yacht Manowis for a week's cruise.  He was finally 
located in Manistique, Mich.
Joined Grocery Firm:
Edward J. Nelson was born in this city in 1886, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Julius 
C. Nelson.  He attended the northside grade schools and the northside high 
school.
Soon after leaving school he entered the employ of Thomas Higgins, head of the 
Manitowoc and Northern Traction company.  He operated one of the street cars on 
the local line.
In 1906 he entered the Plumb and Nelson company, wholesale grocers, founded by 
the Nelson and Plumb families.  From a position as shipping clerk he advanced 
to positions of trust with the firm.  At the time of his death he was vice-
president and secretary, and also division manager for the Clover Farm Stores, 
an organization of retail establishments serviced by the parent firm.
While still a young man Mr. Nelson took the Manitowoc agency for the Indian 
motorcycle and engaged in dirt track racing in the state.  He established 
records on mile and half mile tracks all over the middle west.
When the Untied States entered the World war he joined the service and was 
assigned to duty with units at Camp Custer, Battle Creek, Mich.
Traveled By Air:
Mr. Nelson took an interest in flying and for nearly 15 years has operated 
his own planes.  He first secured a pilot's license, later was granted a permit 
to carry passengers and lastly passed strict requirements giving him a transport 
pilot's license.  He was known as one of the most careful plane pilots in the 
state and never did any "stunting" with his ship.  He made numerous cross-
country flights to Cleveland, New York and annually attended the automobile 
races at Indianapolis, making the trip always by air.
His newest plane, a Fairchild four-passenger model was acquired only a few 
months ago.  
His fraternal affiliations included membership in the Lions club of which he 
served as first president and was one of the organizers, the Elks, the 
Manitowoc Chapter of the Izaak Walton league, the Drews post of the American 
Legion and the Manitowoc Gun club.
He never married and made his home with his mother, Mrs. Carrie Nelson at 
709 St. Clair street.
Funeral Wednesday:
Survivors are the mother; brother, George, of this city; and three sisters, 
Mrs. George Fannon of Appleton; Mrs. Henry Marin of Menominee, Mich.; and 
Mrs. C. H. Matravers, of Stevens Point, Wis.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Frazier mortuary 
chapel.  Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
The body may be viewed after two o'clock Tuesday afternoon.
Orley Schmidt, other victim of the crash, was a high school athlete and had 
letters in three sports at Lincoln high school the past three years, and was 
graduated last June.  He resided with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Schmidt 
at 1809 Belmont street.
He was born in Reedsville in 1921 and 10 years ago accompanied his parents 
to this city.  He attended Wilson junior high school and entered Lincoln high 
school as a sophomore.  He was an end on the football team, a center and guard 
on the basketball team and a middle distance runner on the track team.
He took a great interest in aviation and did considerable flying during his 
high school days.  Several months ago he secured a solo pilot's license.  He 
was working to secure a regular pilot's license.  He also assisted his father 
in the masonry business.
Survivors are the parents, and a sister, Roma, city.  A brother, Milroy, 18, 
was drowned off the harbor entrance here September 9, 1934, one of three boys 
who lost their lives when a boat in which they were riding, capsized.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran church, the Rev. Theo. Uetzmann, officiating.  Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 
Tuesday at 5 p.m. until Wednesday at 10 a..m.  It will then be moved to the 
church where the casket will be open until the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Monday, July 17, 1939
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
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[d. 07-16-1939/age 17 yrs./cause: fractured cervical vertebral fracture 
of left humerus left ulnaleft radius/bur. on Leo Schmidt lot]


PHYLLIS L. SCHMIDT    (d. 2009)

Phyllis L. Schmidt, age 93, a resident of 4222 Mirro Drive, Manitowoc, entered 
eternal life on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, at her residence.
Phyllis was born on Jan. 17, 1916, in Manitowoc, to the late Edward and Elizabeth 
Reif Heise. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1934; the first class to 
hold graduation in the Bowl. On July 23, 1938, Phyllis married Arthur R. Schmidt 
in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on Feb. 20, 1996.
Phyllis loved her family, her pets, and doing crafts and gardening. She sold 
produce at the Farmer's Market in Manitowoc for 15 years. Her latest craft project 
was knitting bears for Mother Bear Project of Minnesota, which sends knit bears to 
Africa for children with AIDS. She had knit 175 bears for the children. Phyllis 
was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manitowoc.
She is survived by her five children: Ernie Schmidt and Jim Schmidt, Manitowoc; 
Sandie (Steve) Hoffman, Scottsdale, Ariz.; Gary (Janet) Schmidt, Milwaukie, Ore.; 
and Art (Susan) Schmidt, Green Bay; one sister: Dorathea (Lloyd) Kiel, West Bend; 
nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; also other relatives and friends. Phyllis 
was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Nancy Ann; three sisters and two 
brothers-in-law: Florence (Fred) Schwalbe, Loraine (Walter) Olson, and Lillian Heise.
Phyllis was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Nancy Ann; three sisters and 
two brothers-in-law: Florence (Fred) Schwalbe, Loraine (Walter) Olson, and Lillian 
Heise.
It was Phyllis' request to have a private graveside service held for her immediate 
family at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc, is assisting the family with arrangements.
The family requests that any memorials in Phyllis' name be sent to First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wisconsin  Sunday, November 8, 2009  pg. 9


RICHARD F. SCHMIDT    (d. 2010)

Richard F. Schmidt, age 68, a Milwaukee resident, entered into eternal life on 
Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay.
Richard was born on Jan. 15, 1942, in Manitowoc, to the late Harold and Clara 
Novachek Schmidt. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1960. 
Following his graduation, Dick enlisted in the United States Navy. After his 
honorable discharge, he received his associate degree from UW Manitowoc. Dick 
then moved to Milwaukee where he was employed at Northwestern Mutual Life 
Insurance Company until his retirement in 2000. He was an avid outdoorsman.
Survivors include his two brothers: Robert (Audrey) Schmidt, Verona; and Ronald 
(Lane) Schmidt, Durham, Calif.; two sisters: Carolyn (Don) Carbon, Manitowoc; 
and Dorothy Hohner, Jackson; also nieces and nephews; his hunting buddy, Neal; 
and many good friends in the Milwaukee area who were his second family.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 
628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, from 11 a.m. until the 
time of the funeral service at 12 noon. 
The Rev. Joe Cottam will officiate and burial of Richard's cremated remains will 
take place at Evergreen Cemetery at a later date. Online condolences can be sent 
to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials in Dick's name to the 
charity of the donor's choice.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 18, 2010


WALTER SCHMIDT    (d. 2008)

Walter Schmidt, age 78, a resident of Northridge Medical and Rehabilitation 
Center of Manitowoc, died on Wednesday morning, May 14, 2008, at the Aurora 
Baycare Medical Center of Green Bay.
Walter was born on Sept. 24, 1929, in Manitowoc, son of the late John and 
Catherine (Peil) Schmidt. He attended First German Evangelical School. In 
the past, Walter was employed by the Kerscher Bowling Alleys. He enjoyed the 
hobbies of antique cars, old time movies and movie stars. Walter was a member 
of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two brothers and one sister-in-law: George (Sharon) Schmidt 
of Manitowoc, and Edward Schmidt of Manitowoc; four sisters and two brothers-
in-law: Dorothy Jurgens of Plymouth; Marion (Gene) Prange of Kiel; Nancy (John) 
Krueger of Green Bay; and Susan Gadzinski of Sheboygan; and one aunt: Frieda 
Halla of Lannon. Nieces, nephews other relatives and friends also survive. He 
was preceded in death his parents; and one brother: Eugene Schmidt.
Private family funeral services will be held at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family 
Funeral Home of Manitowoc. The Rev. Steven Hahm will officiate, with burial to 
follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
Herald Times Reporter, May 15, 2008


WILLIAM SCHMIDT    (d. 1969)

William (Bill) Schmidt, 86, of Valders, died Monday afternoon at Maple Crest 
Nursing Home, Whitelaw.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Christianson Funeral Home, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidt was born July 19, 1883, at Michigan City, Ind. He was employed at 
Nestles Milk Inc., Valders, until his retirement. He married Ella Dochow Nov. 6, 
1907, at Rantoul. She preceded him in death Nov. 10, 1958.
Survivors include two sons, Alfred of Manitowoc and Alvin of Hebron, Ill.; two 
sisters, Mrs. Clara Glassman of Michigan City, Ind., and Mrs. Laura Hilgendorf 
of LaPorte, Ind.; six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 12, 1969  P.5
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[d. 08-11-1969/age 86 yrs.]
(19 Jul 1883/Aug 1969/SSDI)


WILLIAM F. SCHMIDT    (d. 1970)

William Schmidt, 87, of Portland, Ore, died there Wednesday noon.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidt was born Nov. 4, 1882, at Manitowoc, son of the late Henry and 
Julia Zinns Schmidt. He was an electrical engineer at the Public Utilities 
in Portland.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) A brother and three sisters preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 11, 1970
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[d. 06-10-1970 at Portland OR/age 92 yrs./bur. on John F. Zinns lot/note: age is off]