EVERGREEN CEMETERY OBITUARIES [ TI ]

City of Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin

AUGUST TILLS

August Tills, 80, lifelong resident of Manitowoc conty, who had been residing 
with his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. William Mack, Two Rivers, died 
shortly after midnight Friday at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital. He had 
been a patient there for the last two weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon at St. John's 
Lutheran church, Two Rivers and interment will be at Evergreen cemetery here. 
The body is at the Beduhn funeral home, and may be viewed at 3 o'clock Sunday 
afternoon. It will be removed to the church Monday morning, to lie in state 
from 11 a.m. until the hour of the funeral.
Born May 22, 1865, on the homestead farm in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, the 
son of David and Dorothea Tills, August Tills grew to manhood and was married 
on that farm, his bride being Miss Dorothy Pieplow who came from Germany. The 
marriage took place Feb. 6, 1885, and the family coninued to make its home on 
the farm until the death of Mrs. Tills eleven years ago.
After the death of his wife, Mr. Tills went to Two Rivers and made his home 
with his son-in-law and daughter.
Two sons preceded the father in death, one in infancy and the other, William, 
died last yar. Survivors are one son, Charles of Manitowoc, and two daughters, 
Mrs. William Nack of Two Rivers and Mrs. Hugo Kielsmeier of Fond du Lac, 14 
grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 8, 1945 P. 2
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[d. 09-08-1945/age 80]


JOHN TILLS  (d. 1921)

DEATH CLAIMS A PIONEER, JOHN W. TILLS, KOSSUTH
John W. Tills, Sr., pioneer resident of Kosuth (sic) where for 
twenty-four years he was engeged (sic) in farming, died at his 
home at Rockwood early today after an illness of four months 
due to stomach trouble. Funeral services will be held Thursday 
afternoon from the home at 1 o'clock, with interment in this city.
In the passingof (sic) Mr. Tills another of the hardy pioneers of 
the county pases (sic) on and his passing will bring a keen loss 
to those who knew him as a man of kindly impulse, high character 
and a friend ever ready to respond to the call of those who needed 
him. A man who made friends and held them, whose life was unmarred 
by enmity of man, he leaves a legacy of a life well spent to the 
memory of his family. During the weeks of his illness the high 
esteem in which Mr. Tills was held was attested by the many visitors 
and anxious inquiries as to conditon and with his death, sincere 
sympathy is tendered.
Mr. Tills was a native of Rapids, this county and was born there 64 
years ago. He later took up farming in Kossuth and some years ago 
retired and made his home in Rockwood. Besides his wife he is 
survived by five children, Herman C. on the farm at Rockwood, Charles, 
this city, J.C. Tills of Detroit, Mrs. Ida Krumdick, this city and Elsa 
at home. Four brothers survive, David and August at Rapids, Charles of 
Kossuth and William of Waterford. Six grandchildren also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, January 11, 1921 P.1
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[bur 01-13-1921/age 60 yrs/cause: carcinoma of stomach]


AUGUST K. TIMM

From Der Nord Westen, 01 Oct. 1896: 
Death Sat., after a long illness, of 20 yr. old August Timm, 
son of Louis Timm of Manitowoc. The deceased died of a cerebral 
hemorrhage. The funeral took place Tues. afternoon in the city 
cemetery.


ELMER TIMM

Elmer, the three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Timm, 
met with an accident yesterday that caused his parents 
considerable alarm. While playing about the house he pushed 
a button up his nose. Medical assistance was summoned and 
Drs. Thurtell and Meany worked for some time before the 
button was dislodged. The little fellow suffered intensely, 
but is all right now.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 16, 1899 P.2
(Note: This appears to be the Elmer Timm in this cemetery as
he is on the same lot with John Timm.)
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[d. 02-13-1961 at Milwaukee WI/age 64 yrs./bur. on Harry F. Schmitt lot]


FREDARICKA TIMM

The Manitowoc Herald-News, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Wednesday, September 13, 1922

OLD RESIDENT OF CITY PASSES AWAY, AGED 82
Mrs. Louis Timm, eighty two, pioneer resident of the city, died at the 
family home 1331 South Fourteenth street at 6 o’clock last evening 
following an illness of ten days, due to infirmities incident to old age.  
The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2:30 from the home with 
services at the Lutheran church, Rev. Karl Machmiller officiating at 
2 o’clock.  Burial will be at Evergreen.
Mrs. Timm was born in Mecklenberg-Schwerin, Germany. July 7, 1840 and on 
October 18, 1869 was married to Louis Timm, the couple coming to America 
and this city three years later and have since resided here.  Besides the 
aged husband she is survived by six children, John, William, Herman, Emil 
Timm and Mrs. Amanda Ladwig of this city and Charles of Milwaukee and by 
three brothers Fred and Charles Ladwig of this city and August Ladwig of 
New London; and one sister, Mrs. Minnie Hintz, of this city.
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


JOHN H. TIMM

John H. Timm, 76 (above) of 921 South 11th street, died Thursday afternoon 
at the Holy Family hospital following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer funeral home, 
the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Timm was born Sept. 14, 1870, in Germany and came to this country, with 
his parents, in 1875. He was a retired printer. 
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Lillian Schmidt of Manitowoc, Mrs. Harry 
Thom of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Irene Harmes of New Kensington, P.; son, Elmer of 
California; sister, Mrs. Edward Eggert of Manitowoc; two brothers, Herman and 
Emil of Manitowoc; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 o'clock this evening until 
time of the funeral tomorrow.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, March 21, 1947 P. 2
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[d. 03-20-1947/age 76 yrs/bur. on the Harry F. Schmitt lot]


MABEL TIMM

From Der Nord Westen, 15 Sept. 1892:
Death on Tues. in Manitowoc of the 4 mo. old daughter of John Timm.


WALTER TIMM

From Der Nord Westen, 10 Oct. 1895: 
Death on Mon. noon, following an illness of only 1 day, of Walter, 
the little son of Mr. and Mrs. John Timm. The little boy died of 
child cholera which led to convulsions. The little one would have 
been 1 yr. old on Sat. Burial took place yesterday afternoon in 
the city cemetery.


ANNA TINDER

Mrs. Grover Tinder, 77, of 1516C McKinley St., Milwaukee, died 
early Saturday at the Milwaukee County Hospital after a lingering 
illness. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the 
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home in Manitowoc with the Rev. Gervase 
Zanotti officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
The former Miss Anna Krahn was born on June 17, 1878, in Manitowoc 
and on March 10, 1927 she was married in Waukegan, Ill., to Grover 
Tinder and they moved to Milwaukee.
Survivors include Mrs. Agnes Tank of Milwaukee, a sister, Mrs. 
Amanda Nicholson of Manitowoc, and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 28, 1956 P.19
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[d. 05-25-1956 at Wauwatosa Milwaukee WI/age 77 yrs./bur. on 
Agnes Kautsky lot]


LILLIAN S. TIPLER

Mrs. Lillian Tipler, 78, of 937A S. 20th St., Manitowoc, died there 
Sunday morning following a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Lilian (sic) Sawde was born at Gardner, Wis. Dec. 5, 1879, 
daughter of the late John and Anne Krueger Sawde. She was married in 
1895 to Michael Tipler who died in 1949. The couple came to Manitowoc 
in 1936.
She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. George Bean, Mrs. Arnold Burkart 
and Miss Sara Tipler of Manitwooc, Mrs. Evelyn Colligan of Green Bay 
and Mrs. Glen Tall? of Flwood, Ind.; two sons Edward and Cedrick of 
Sturgeon Bay; 10 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 9, 1958 P.13
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[d. 06-10-1958/age 78 yrs./widow of Michael Tipler/
bur. on Arnold Burkart lot]


EMILIE TISCH

Name: Tisch, Emilie (Emilia)
D.: 6/3/1862
B.:
Reg. D.: 5/1/1871
Sex: F/W
Age at Death:
B.P.:
D.P.: Mtwc.
Cem.: Evergreen Cem. Mtwc.
Ch.:
Inf. & Address:
Spouse: Heinrich Tisch
F.: Lorenz Bruchert
M.: Dorothea Bruchert
Cause of Death: Confinement
Pg. #: v.1 p.101


KATHERINE TISLER

Mrs. Matt Tisler, 79, died Wednesday evening after an illness of several months 
at the home of a son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Schelfhout, 708 S. 
27th St., Manitowoc, where she had been residing.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. The Rev. Clement P. 
Kern will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Katherine Shebesta was born at Menchalsville Aug. 2, 1880, daughter 
of the late Joseph and Mary Shebesta. She was married at Kellnersville Nov. 13, 
1900, to Matt Tisler and the couple lived at Wayside, Brown County, where her 
husband operated a meat market.
The couple came to Manitowoc in 1927. Mr. Tisler died in 1942. Mrs. Tisler was a 
charter member of the Christian Mothers and Altar Society of St. Paul Church.
Surviving her are two sons, Charles and William of Manitowoc; four daughters, Mrs. 
Anna Stelzer, Mrs. Eugene Klann, Mrs. Arnold Nickisch and Mrs. Joseph Schelfhout 
of Manitowoc; three brothers, Michael Shebesta of Menchalsville, Wencel Shebesta 
of Cadott, Wis., and Anton Nechvatel of Fresno, Calif.; 23 grandchildren and 17 
great grandchildren. Two sisters and a brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 8 p.m. by the Christian Mothers and Altar Society and by the Knights 
of Columbus.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 17, 1960 P. 14
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[d. 03-16-1960/age 79 yrs./widow of Matt Tisler]


FRANK TITERA

Frank Titera, 80, of 720 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Monday morning at 
Manitowoc County Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Saur Funeral Home, 
Kellnersville. The Rev. Charles Freuden will officiate and burial will be 
in Kossuth National Cemetery, Francis Creek.
Mr. Titera was born April 13, 1892, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late 
Wencil and Elizabeth Dvorak Titera. He married Mildred Thor at Manitowoc. 
The couple operated the Titera Homestead Farm until 1955, moving to 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, a foster daughter, Mrs. Carl (LaVona) Feirer, of 
Neenah, a brother, Ladimer, of Hot Springs, Ark., a sister, Mrs. Joseph Carbon, 
of Branch and nieces and nephews. A sister and a brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 p.m. Tuesday until the time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 30, 1972
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Funeral services for Frank Titera, 80, of 720 New York Ave., Manitowoc, who 
died Monday morning at Manitowoc County Hospital, will be held at 1:30 p.m. 
Wednesday at the Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. The Rev. Adelbert Schultz 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 31, 1972
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[d. 10-30-1972/age 80 yrs.](13 Apr 1892/Oct 1972/SSDI)


MILLIE TITERA

Mrs. Frank (Millie) Titera, 78, of Family Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc, 
died Friday evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Rev. Charles R. Freuden will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m, Monday at Saur 
Funeral Home, Kellnersville.
Mrs. Titera, nee Mildred Thor, was born April 2, 1895, in the Town of 
Carlton, Kewaunee County, daughter of the late Anton and Mary Skubal Thor 
She was married to Frank Titera in Manitowoc. The couple farmed in the Town 
of Kossuth until 1955, moving to Manitowoc and residing at 720 New York Ave. 
Mr. Titera preceded her in death Oct. 30, 1972.
Survivors include a daughter, two brothers, Anton, of Shady Lane Home, 
Manitowoc, and Clarence, of Colorado; and nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday.
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
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[d. 06-08-1973/widow of Frank B. Titera]
(Millie Titera/b. 2 Apr. 1895/d. Jun 1973/SSDI)


DORA TITTL

Mrs. Dora Tittl, 77, of Shady Lane Home for the Aged, died 
Friday at the home.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Glenn Unke 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Tittl, nee Dora Krueger, was born March 31, 1894, at Newton, 
daughter of the late August and Marie Hoeffner Krueger. She was 
married to Otto Tittl Sept. 5, 1925, at Manitowoc. Her husband 
preceded her in death Aug. 17, 1951.
Survivors include a son and a daughter (Survivors omitted for 
privacy.) and a granddaughter. Four brothers preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 
9 p.m. Sunday and Monday at the church from noon until the time 
of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 18, 1972
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[d. 03-17-1972/age 77 yrs./widow of Otto Tittl]
(31 Mar 1894/Mar 1972/SSDI)


LUDWIG TITTL

Ludwig Tittl, 59, of 1177 South 14th street, died Thursday afternoon 
following a short illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the First German 
Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. L.H. Koeninger officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Tittl was born in Bohemia in 1887 and came to Manitowoc in 1914. 
He married Miss Martha Kautz in 1924. He was employed at the Manitowoc 
Shipbuilding company.
Survivors are his wife; three sons; two daughters; brother Otto of 
this city; mother, brother and sisters in Germany.
The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday 
and will be moved to the church at 11 a.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, January 31, 1947 P.2
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[d. 01-30-1947/age 59 yrs]


BARBARA TITZ   aka DITZ

Mrs. Barbara Ditz, 88, of Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc, died 
Monday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Cyril VanHeeswyk will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Ditz, nee Barbara Rezach, was born Apr. 23, 1884, at Pilsen, 
Czechoslovakia, daughter of the late John and Marie Vokounoza Rezach. 
She came to the United States in 1906 and settled at Green Bay. She 
was married to Joseph Ditz in November, 1907, at Green Bay. The couple 
farmed in Norman, Kewaunee County, until 1936, moving to Manitowoc. Mr. 
Ditz preceded her in death June 27, 1941. She was a member of the 
Manitowoc Senior Citizens and the ZCBJ Lodge.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
A son, two brothers and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday until 
the time of service Thursday. The Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. 
Wednesday at the funeral home.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. February 20, 1973


ALVINA TODL

From Der Nord Westen, 04 June 1903:
Mrs. Richard Todl died Wed. evening after an illness of only 2 wks. The deceased, 
who had given life to a child about 3 wks. ago who died shortly after birth, 
became ill with a blood poisoning which ended her life. She was born 14 Jan. 1878 
as the daughter of Ernst Lippert in Newton, and married in Sep. 1901 with her now 
surviving husband. She is also survived by her parents, 2 brothers and a sister. 
The funeral was held Fri. afternoon under the direction of Pastor Nagel.


ANNIE TODL
(Mother of Fredericka/researcher's note)
White female, 74 
Born: July 26, 1818, Bohemia
Died: June 13, 1893, Cause, Heart Disease
Died in Manitowoc, buried in Evergreen Cemetery 
Husband John A. Todl
Signer - A. C. Fraser MD Residence, Manitowoc Date of affidavit 17, June 1893
Registered 13-Nov. 1893
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


"BABY" TODL

White, Male
Date of Birth and death - May 17, 1903
Premature at 7 months. Lived three hours.
Father's Name - Rich. Todl
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From Der Nord Westen, 21 May 1903:
On Mon. afternoon the funeral was held for the small child of RICHARD TODL.
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


BABY TODL
Page # 699 Birth Certificate
 
Name - Born Dead
Male White "Birth" date 12-16-16 
Father - Walter Todl Manitowoc Wi White, age 33 Birthplace WI 
Occupation - Buffer, Aliminum goods Child # 2,
Living 1. Mother - Hattie Willert, City, White, 25 yrs Birthplace WI, Housewife
12-16-16  F. S. Luhmann MD  Filed 12-17-1916
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


EMIL TODL

From Der Nord Westen, 14 May 1903:
Death Thurs. evening here of Emil Todl of blood poisoning which developed 
from a wound in his throat from a fish bone while eating. Emil Todl was 
born 25 Dec. 1844 in Prague, Bohemia, and as a child came with his parents 
to Manitowoc where he has lived ever since. He leaves a widow and 5 children. 
The funeral was held Sun. afternoon.


FREDERICKA TODL   

White, Female, age 44, 
born: Nov. 8, 1848, Germany, 
Died: April 25, 1893/Cause, Tumor of the brain
Died, Manitowoc, buried at Evergreen Cemetery
husband of deceased, Emil Todl, 
Death Cert signer, A. C. Fraser, MD,
residence, Manitowoc, Date of affidavit, 29 April 1893. 
Registered May 20, 1893
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


JOHN A. TODL

From Der Nord Westen, 21 Dec. 1893:
Death on Sun. of another old resident of our city, Mr. J.A. Todl. He was 
born in Bohemia and came here in 1852, living in Manitowoc ever since. He 
held the post of City Marshal two times. He was quite ill over the last 
year and a cerebral stroke brought his life to an end on Sunday. Burial 
took place Tues. in the city cemetery.


JULIUS TODL
 
Page # 502
Julius Todl
Male, White, Single, 
Born: July 18, 1880, 
Died - May 19, 1918/Cause Apoplexy/Cont. Epileptic fits/
       Age 37 y. 10 m. 2 d. 
Occupation - bar-tender
birthplace Wisconsin
Father - Emil Todl born WI 
Maiden of mother - Jens/born WI
Walter Todl informant
DR. - F. S. Luhamann 5-21-1918  Manitowoc 
Burial Evergreen 5-22-1918 Undertaker A. H. Vogelsang
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
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JULIUS TODL FALLS VICTIM OF HEART FAILURE
Dead Body Found on Floor in Cafe Where he Was Employed
Stricken by heart failure, Julius Todl, employed by Robert Puls at 
the White Front cafe on Washington street, was found dead on the floor 
of the place by Mr. Puls when he opened the saloon this morning at 9. 
Todl was last seen late yesterday when he entered the place after 
closing. The body had fallen from a settee on which the man had been 
seated and Todl was lying on his face when found. Todl was 36 years of 
age and had always made his home in this city. He is survived by two 
brothers, Walter, of this city and Richard of Kaukauna. 
Funeral arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 20, 1918, Page 1


JULIUS TOEBE

Julius Toebe, 76, of 719 N. Tenth St., Manitowoc, died unexpected 
of a heart attack at the home Saturday evening. He had been up and 
about his garden during the day.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Redeemer 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Edgar E. Barg will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born at Algoma March 13, 1879 and came to Manitowoc in 1898. 
In 1901 he married Miss Martha Engel. In his earlier years he was 
employed by the Manitowoc and Northern Traction Co., on the street 
car line, and for 43 years was employed by the Manitowoc Shipbuilding 
Inc., and when he retired in 1947 was a driller foreman. He was a 
member of the Lutheran Men's Club, former member of the Redeemer 
Lutheran choir and a member of Boilermakers Local No. 442.
The couple observed their golden wedding in 1951.
Surviving are his wife; son, Arthur, of Manitowoc; four daughters, 
Mrs. Herbert Schroeder of Rt. 4, Manitowoc; Miss Anita and Mrs. 
Gerald Napieczinski of Manitowoc, Mrs. Norman Krueger of Green Bay; 
two sisters, Mrs. Julia Commings of Jefferson, Wis., Mrs. Josephine 
Fahning of Milwaukee; eight grandchildren and three great grand-
children.
Friends may call at the Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The casket 
will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 15, 1955 P.13
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[d. 08-13-1955/age 76 yrs./cause: acute coronary thrombosis]


MARTHA TOEBE

Mrs. Julius Toebe of 719 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died of a heart 
attack at her home Monday noon, exactly a year after her husband 
had died of a heart attack. Mrs. Toebe, who was 73, had been 
working in the garden earlier.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, at Redeemer Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Edgar E. Barg officiating. Burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Martha Engel was born at Manitowoc Dec. 29, 1882, daughter 
of the late Carl and Fredrika Schrader Engel. She attended the First 
German Evangelical Lutheran School and in 1901 was married to Julius 
Toebe. The couple celebrated the golden wedding anniversary of its 
wedding in 1951. Mr. Toebe was employed at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding 
Inc., until his retirement in 1947. Mrs. Toebe was a member of the 
Ladies Aid Society of the church.
Surviving her are a son, Arthur of Manitowoc; four daughters, Mrs. 
Herbert Schroeder of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, Miss Anita Toebe of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Gerald Napieczinski of Rt. 5, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Norman Krueger 
of Green Bay; a brother Alberty Engel of Manitowoc; four sisters, Mrs. 
Bertha Doetsch of Marquette, Mich., Miss Alvina Engel and Mrs. John 
Beatka of Manitowoc and Mrs. Henry Bordner of Detroit, Mich., eight 
grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 
11 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church where 
the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 14, 1956 P.17
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[d. 08-13-1956/age 72 yrs./bur. on Julius Toebe lot]


ROBERT E. TOEPEL

ROBERT TOEPEL, REV. P. ERICKSON, VICTIMS OF FLU
Robert Toepel, well known young business man of the city, associated with the 
Wernecke & Schmitz Hardware Co., passed away at his home, Saturday, his life 
being sacrificed to flu-pheumonia from which he had been ill only a week. The 
death of Mr. Toepel is a great shock to friends. A young man in robust health, 
he was the last person who might be expected to pass so suddenly.
Mr. Toepel was born at Cleveland, this county, May 20, 1888 and was educated 
in the county schools. He was employed at Sheboygan for some time and later 
came here where he was married Sept. 20, 1913 to Harriet Wernecke, daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wernecke, who with two children, Henry and Robert, survive. 
Four brothers and three sisters also survive, Magnus, Gustave of Neenah, 
William of Cleveland and the Rev. Carl Toepel of Newton; Mrs. M. Brinkman, 
Sheboygan, Miss Louise, at home and Mrs. Otto Kielsmeier, of this city. And 
aged mother at Cleveland also survives.
Mr. Toepel was a member of the Lutheran Men's Choir and of the Young Men's 
society and was active in the organization work of the church.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at the late home, Rev. 
Machmiller officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. February 9, 1920 P. 1
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[bur. 02-10-1920/cause: broncho pneumonia/bur. on Henry Wernecke lot]


EVEN TOLLEFSON

Even Tollefson Dies Suddenly
WELL KNOWN MAN IS A VICTIM OF HEART FAILURE
Topples From Chair And Expires In Few Seconds
Seated in the office of the grain warehouses, at his post of duty, a 
position he occupied for upwards of forty years, Even Tolefson (sic), 
manager of the O. Torrison grain and feed department toppled from his 
chair avictim (sic) of heart failure yesterday afternoon shortly before 
4 o'clock and expired within a few seconds.
With Mr. Tollefson at the time were Louis Christman and Peter Robinson 
who thought at first that the victim of the attack had fainted. They 
picked him up from the floor and one of them ran into Dr. Kemper's 
office and summoned aid. But when the physician arrived he pronounced 
him dead. The remains were taken to his home at 915 S. Clair street.
Mr. Tollefson was seated in a chair and was trying to repair a lock on 
the outside door, and the end came entirely without warning. He merely 
slid from the chair onto the floor and never uttered a word thereafter.
HAD BEEN AILING
For several months Mr. Tollefson had been ailing though there was no 
direct evidence that the end would come so suddenly. Recently he 
complained of not feeling well but seemingly well and robust, there was 
no alarm felt over his condition. A physical examination showed high 
blood pressure and at the time it was deemed wise to have a number of 
teeth which had been giving him trouble, extracted. After (remainder of 
sentence unreadable) better did not lose any time ???? his work.
Even Tollefson was a native of this county having been born at Two Rivers, 
April 12, 1860, his parents removing to this city shortly after. Besides 
his sorely stricken wife he leaves two sisters and two brothers surviving 
him. They are Mrs. B. Jacobson of Chicago, Miss Matena Tollefson, a teacher 
in the local schools and Edward and Walter Tollefson, both of this city. 
Funeral arrangements have not been made as yet, but it is thought the 
services will be held on Saturday.
Decedent was 61 years of age and had been in the employ of the Torrison 
company for forty-three years. Industrious, capable and conscientious he 
had been one of the most faithful of the employes of the big store and his 
death comes not only as a direct personal loss to the firm but a shock as 
well, as his long association had endeared him to his employers as well as 
all with whom he came in contact.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, April 14, 1921 P.1
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[bur 04-16-1921/cause: apoplexy]


FLOYD E. TOLLEFSEN

Floyd E. Tollefson (sic), 64, of 1020 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc, died 
Thursday evening at University Hospitals, Madison.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund Olson will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Tollefson was born Sept. 24, 1907, at Sturgeon Bay, a son of the late 
Olaf and Amanda Griese Tollefson. He attended schools in Manitowoc and 
later attended the Merchant Marines School, New London, Conn. He married 
Christine Nielsen Dec. 9, 1949, in Indiana. He had been employed with the 
Inland Steel Company for 42 years, sailing the Great Lakes as first mate. 
He retired in 1967. His wife preceded him in death in 1961.
Mr. Tollefson was a member of St. Paul Church, the Manitowoc Masonic Lodge 
No. 65, the Manitowoc Chapter No. 16, the Manitowoc Council No. 18, the 
Manitowoc Commandary Knights Templar No. 45, the Scottish Rite Valley of 
Milwaukee and the Two Rivers Manitowoc Shrine Club.
Survivors include five brothers, Earl, Orin and Roland of Manitowoc, Allen 
of Duluth, Minn., and Delore of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Ruth Osulson 
of Manitowoc and Mrs. Alfred Tollefson of Annapolis, Maryland, and nieces 
and nephews.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. Sunday where 
Masonic Memorial services will be held at 7:30 p.m.
Memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 9, 1971
*******
[d. 10-07-1971 at Madison WI/age 64 yrs./bur. on Moritz Nielsen lot]


IVER TOLLEFSON

From Der Nord Westen, 16 May 1907:
Death Saturday of 76-year old Iver Tollefson after a long illness. 
The deceased, who was born in Norway, came to Manitowoc in 1854, 
moved on to Kansas in 1857, and in 1863 returned here where he has 
remained. He served the latter part of the Civil War in Company ‘D’ 
of the 45th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment. He is survived by his widow 
and 7 children. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon.
********
[bur. 05-16-1907/cause: gangrene]


L. E. TOLSMAN

From Der Nord Westen, 22 Aug. 1895: 
Death Fri. of the 4-mo. old son of 3rd Ward resident Wilhelm Tolsmann, 
of pneumonia. Burial was Sun. afternoon in the city cemetery.


LESTER EDWARD TOLTZMANN

From Der Nord Westen, 19 Sep. 1901:
Death Sun. of a small child of Wilhelm Toltzmann 
here with burial on Tues.
*********
[Lester Tolzman/bur. 09-16-1901/age 6 mo./cause: pneumonia]
(Note: It appears that only the birth dates are on the stone 
for Lester and Lyman)


MARIA TOLTZMANN

From Der Nord Westen, 21 May 1908: 
Death in Milwaukee on Monday of Mrs. Wm. Totzmann (sic) (Toltzmann?), a
former resident of Manitowoc, at age 84. The deceased came to America in 
1854 and to Manitowoc in 1865 where she lived until her husband's death. 
Since then she has been living in Milwaukee with her daughter there, Mrs. 
F. Jens. She is survived by 6 children, 25 grandchildren and 9 great-
grandchildren. The body was brought here and will be buried this afternoon 
from the German Methodist Church.
*******
[bur. 05-21-1908/cause: carciac]


WILLIAM TOLTZMANN  (d. 1904)

From Der Nord Westen, 21 Apr. 1904:
Death Wed. evening of Wilhelm Tolzmann, a well-known resident 
of our city, following an attack of grippe. Tolzmann was born 
14 May 1820 in P***grade (type disturbed, probably Pflugrade) 
Kr. Naugard. He was married in 1844 and came to America in 1852, 
first settling in Milwaukee then coming to Manitowoc in 1864 
where he has lived ever since. He leaves a widow, 3 sons and 
3 daughters. The funeral will take place Sun. afternoon at 
2 o'clock from the German Methodist Church.
********
[William Tolzman/bur. 04-20-1904/age 83 yrs./cause: pneumonia]


WILLIAM TOLTZMANN  (d. 1943)

William Toltzmann, 74, retired painter who resided at 1518 South 10 street, died 
at 12:30 a.m. today at the Holy Family Hospital after a lingering illness.
Funeral service will be held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home with the Rev. C.H. Hagen officiating. Interment will be made in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Toltzmann was born June 23, 1868, in the town of Manitowoc and spent almost all 
his life in Manitowoc. Prior to taking up the painter's trade he had been a baker. 
On June 9, 1894, he married Miss Alvina Wolfort.
Survivors are the widow; three daughters, Mrs. H.J. Dorschner and Mrs. Victor Holtz 
of this city and Mrs. Marie Sincoular of Two Rivers; four sons, Roy in the army at 
Philadelphia, William and Earl of this city, and Frederick at home; one sister, Mrs. 
Emma Jens of Milwaukee; and 13 grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the time of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 9, 1943 P. 4
********
[d. 01-09-1943/age 74 yrs./cause: coronary heart disease and chronic nephritis/
bur. on father William Toltzmann lot]


ERNEST TOMASHEFSKY

Ernest Tomaschefsky, route 1, Manitowoc, operator of Tommy's lodge, 
the former Chili Bill's lodge, died Sunday noon at the Holy Family 
hospital. He had been at the hospital since Wednesday. A heart 
attack was the immediate cause of death.
He was born July 7, 1898, in Two Rivers. He moved to Manitowoc with 
his parents as a boy. He formerly operated a grocery store in the 
city. In 1920 he married Miss Mary Schauer.
He is survived by his wife, two daughters, his mother, two brothers, 
and four sisters.
His daughters are (private), who is living at home, and (private) of 
Valders. His mother is Mrs. Ida Tomaschefsky.
His brother, Gustave Tomaschefsky, lives in Manitowoc and his brother, 
Oscar, lives in Maribel.
His sisters are Mmes. Henry Kerch?f, Walter Bunshek and Cecil Miller 
of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Tom Napiezinski of Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Rev. Theo Uetzmann will officiate. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Friends may view the body from 3 p.m. Tuesday until the time of the 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 14, 1946 P.2
********
[d. 01-13-1946/age 47 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Mary Tomashefsky lot]


DR. THOS. B. TOMPKINS

Dr. Thomas B. Tompkins, 77, of 807A York street, a resident of the city 
the past 19 years, died Sunday night at the Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Dr. Tompkins was born in Ontario, Canada, in 1867 and came to the United 
States at the age of 16 years and was educated in Saginaw, Mich. Later he 
opened a medical practice in Detroit, Mich., and after a year's residence 
in Texas came to this city in 1925. Mrs. Tompkins died 30 years ago.
A son, Otto, a resident of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., is the only survivor.
The body may be viewed from Tuesday evening at 7 o'clock until the hour 
of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 11, 1942 P.2


LEAH D. TOMPSON

Leah D. Tompson, age 87, of 2034 Markham St., Manitowoc, died 
unexpectedly on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008, at Aurora Medical Center, 
Two Rivers. 
Leah was born on Jan. 21, 1921, at Pine Bluff, Wyo. She was the 
daughter of the late Philip and Elizabeth (Siebert) Kinzel. Leah 
was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, with the class 
of 1939. She had been employed as a librarian at Benjamin 
Franklin Elementary School, retiring in 1985. On May 13, 1944, 
she married Harry R. Tompson at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on Jan. 20, 1991. 
Leah was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Manitowoc County 
Historical Society, and Wisconsin Maritime Museum. Leah was an 
avid bridge player who was proud to have introduced the game to 
many over the years. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by her husband: Harry Tompson on 
Jan. 20, 1991; three brothers: Walter, Henry and Otto Kinzel; 
and one sister: Bertha Radue. 
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 28, 
2008, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1712 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc. 
Officiating will be the Rev. Richard C. Miller, with burial of 
the remains to take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Relatives and friends may call at Redeemer Lutheran Church on 
Thursday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and 
St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 26, 2008


ALICE TOOMBS

From the Manitowoc Herald, 20 Feb 1862:
Alice Thombes(sic) died, daughter of Joseph and Sarah Thombs(sic).


JOSEPH TOOMBS

From the Two Rivers Manitowoc Co. Chronicle, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 1891
Jos. Toombs who committed suicide in Manitowoc last Thursday
in consequence of a mental derangement, caused by insomnia and
nervous prostration was for twenty years or more in the employ
of the Goodrich Transportation Co., and most of that time was
their trusted agent at Manitowoc. For many weeks past he 
suffered from nervous troubles and insomnia, which produced
a state of melancholy in which his mind was filled with strange
fancies and forebodings. He fancied that his accounts were not
correct and that he was about to lose his position in disgrace
and that his family would suffer in consequence. In this sad
mental condition he took his own life by hanging himself in his
barn. His funeral took place last Sunday and was a very large
one. He was buried by the Masons, to which order he belonged,
Mr. Toombs was, in the days of his health and vigor, a most
lovable man and was accredited with the possession of sound
and honest principles and a keen intellect, as well as winsome
geniality and unfailing a???lity.[too light]
********
From Der Nord Westen, 05 Feb. 1891: 
Death by suicide of J.W. Toombs, – who hung himself this morning. 
He had been a longtime sufferer with cerebral pain. For years he 
was an agent for Goodrich Transportation Co.
********
[cause: suicide-hanging]


SARAH TOOMBS

From Der Nord Westen, 29 Oct. 1891:
Death on Thurs. of Mrs. Toombs, widow of the late Geo. Toombs, 
who died early last year. Mrs. Toombs was buried Sat. in the 
city cemetery.


JEREMIAH TOOMEY   cemetery #55

From Der Nord Westen, 10 Dec. 1908: 
Jerry Toomey, who lives on the corner of 6th and Franklin Streets, suffered 
a stroke Sunday and has lost his power of speech. His condition is critical.
*********
From Der Nord Westen, 24 Dec. 1908:
Death here Tuesday, at age 71, of express driver Jerry Toomey. The deceased
was employed here since 1871. He leaves a wife and 5 children. The funeral 
will be held today in Maple Grove.


HATTIE TOPIC

Mrs. Joseph C. Topic, 89, of 825 N. 13th St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Topic, nee Hattie Vits, was born Feb. 19, 1883, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Henry and Mary Hockemeyer Vits. She was married to 
Joseph Topic July 3, 1909, at Manitowoc. They resided in Manitowoc nearly 
all their lives. Her husband preceded her in death in 1957. She was a 
member of the First Presbyterian Church, United Presbyterian Women's
Organization, order of Eastern Star No. 196, Manitowoc, and life member 
of Memorial Hospital Auziliary and Family Service of Manitowoc.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Charles (Amy) Brady, of Manitowoc. A 
daughter, five brothers and three sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday 
and Monday until noon and then at the church until the time of service. 
Memorial gifts may be made to First Presbyterian Church, Memorial Hospital 
and the YMCA.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 9, 1972
*******
Mrs. Joseph C. Topic, 89, of 825 N. 13th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
She was a member of Chapter J. of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, of Manitowoc.
Survivors include four grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 10, 1972
*********
[d. 06-09-1972/age 89 yrs./widow of Joseph C. Topic]


ARLINE TORRISON

Miss Marlene(sic) Torrison, 68, of Chicago and formerly of 728 Cleveland Ave., 
Manitowoc, died Monday morning in her home at Chicago after a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Vernon Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Torrison was born Sept. 29, 1892, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Thorval C. 
and Louise Koehler Torrison. She was graduated from Manitowoc schools and at the age 
of 19, moved to Chicago where she was employed as a license clerk in City Hall.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 o'clock this Thurday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 22, 1960 P. 7
*********
[d. at Chicago IL/cause: arteriosclerotic heart disease/bur. on John A. Koehler lot]


HARMENIA TORRISON

From Der Nord Westen, 09 May, 1901:
Consumption claimed the life of Mrs. Ole Torrison here on Thurs. morning 
last week. The deceased, who was born in Sheboygan 17 Jan. 1874, is 
survived by her husband and 2 children. The funeral was held Mon.
********
[Burial register has Harmenia Torrison, female, age 27, born in Sheboygan, 
cause of death: tuberculosis]


MARY TORRISON  (d. 1973)

Mrs. John (Mary) Torrison, 58, widow of John W. Torrison, former president 
of Aluminum Specialty Co., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc. Mrs. Torrison had been residing at Van Nuys, Calif.
Private funeral services will be Thursday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Vinger will officate.
Mrs. Torrison, nee Mary Spindler, was born Sept. 16, 1915, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Walter E. and Martha Rahr Spindler. She attended Rockford 
College, Rockford, Ill., Northwestern University, Evanston, Ill., and 
Katherine Gibbs College.
She was married to John W. Torrison in 1938. He preceded her in death. She was 
active in girl scouting, serving on the executive committee for Manitowoc Girl 
Scouts for many years. She was also an active member of the Junior Service 
League and member of Branch River country Club, North Eastern Wisconsin Golfing 
Assn. and First Lutheran Church of Manitowoc.
Survivors include two sons, a daughter and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday. 
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to International 
Meditation Society.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. October 2, 1973


MARY E. TORRISON  (d. 1916)

MRS. MAREN TORRISON, WIDOW OF lATE CAPT. STEPHEN TORRISON, 
DIES EARLY TODAY FROM GRIPPE
Mrs. Maren Torrison, widow of the late Capt. Stephen Torrison who 
lost his life with the steamer Gladiator which went down in a storm 
off Evanston July 4, 1890, died at her home early this morning, 
following an illness of short duration from grippe. Death was due 
to exhaustion affecting the heart.
Mrs. Torrison was born at Skejen, Norway, April 9, 184? and came to 
America at an early age and was married to Capt. Torrison at Chicago 
on Dec. 11, 1863. Mrs. Torrison had resided here for many years and 
though she had suffered from asthma for some years, her general 
health had been good and news of her sudden death will come as a 
shock to friends.
Mrs. Torrison is survived by four sons, Thorval C., Milton, Arthur 
and Elmer, the latter two making their home with their mother. One 
sister, Mrs. Karen Thompson, also survives.
The remains will be taken to the First Norwegian church Monday noon 
and services will be held at the church at 2 o'clock. There will be 
no services at the home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, January 15, 1916 P.5
********
[cause: lagrippe/bur. on Stephen Torrison lot]
********
(No.6. 1st publication Jan. 22, '16.)
Notice to Prove Will and Notice to Creditors
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT, MANITOWOC COUNTY-INPROBATE.
In Re Estate of Mary Torrison, deceased.
Notice is hereby given, That at the special term of said court to be 
held on the 3rd Tuesday (being the 15th day) of February, A.D., 1916, 
at the court house in the city of Manitowoc, county of Manitowoc, and 
state of Wisconsin, there will be heard and considered the application 
of Thorval C. Torrison to admit to probate the last will and testament 
of Mary Torrison, late of the city of Manitowoc, in said county, 
deceased, and for the appointment of an executor.
Notice is hereby given, That at the special term of said court to be 
held at said court house, on the 4th Tuesday, (being the 23rd day) of 
May, A.D., 1916, there will be heard, considered and adjusted, all 
claims for examination and allowance must be presented to said county 
court at the court house, in the city of Manitowoc, in said county and 
state, on or before the 20th day of May, A.D., 1916, or be barred.
Dated Jan. 20, 1916.
By the court, JOHN CHLOUPEK, County Judge.
Emil Baensch, Attorney, (Feb.12)
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, January 22, 1916 P.5
**********
(Note: I believe this is where the court notice goes, Thorval is
one of her sons)


NORMAN GODFRED TORRISON

Norman Torrison, 76, Last of Merchant Family, Dies
Norman G. Torrison, 76, last member of the family of eight sons and two 
daughters of the late Osuld Torrison, who founded the O. Torrison company 
here in 1853, died Friday night at the Holy Family hospital.
His death occurred less than a week after his brother, William, 72, whose 
funeral took place Wednesday afternoon.
The two brothers, who in late years were inseparable companions, had been 
patients at the hospital since early in January. Both retired from the 
Torrison company 17 years ago when the business was taken over by the 
Henderson-Hoyt Company.
Funeral Monday
Funeral services for Norman Torrison will be held Monday at 2:30 p.m. from 
the Frazier mortuary chapel. The Rev. Ernest Zoerb of the First Lutheran 
church will officiate and interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
He was born in this city in 1868, son of Osuld and Martha Torrison, one of 
a family of ten children. The others, all now deceased, were Thomas, Isaac, 
George, Oscar, Aaron, Gustave and William, Mrs. Adolph (Inandal) Bredesen 
and Mrs. Charles (Agnes) Stewart.
The father, Osuld, came to this country from Norway and when a young man 
located in this city, taking a clerking positon with E.R. Smith, pioneer 
Manitowoc merchant. In 1853 he took over the business, which was located 
on York street and in 1860 he established the business of the O. Torrison 
company at Eight and Commercial streets.
Played Baseball
Norman Torrison was educated in the north side schools and entered Luther 
college at Decorah, Iowa, from which he was graduated. Like his other 
brothers, Norman played baseball in 
(Continued on Page 2, Co. 3)
his younger days and was the catcher on the Manitowoc team that dominated 
Wisconsin cities in baseball in the early nineties. 
Leaving his employment in the O. Torrison company, Norman accompanied Dr. 
Kittleson of this city to Alaska in the gold-rush days. He remained for a 
couple of years, came back to Manitowoc and returned to Alaska on a second 
trip later.
Joined Brothers In Store
When he came back to this city permanently, he joined his brothers, Thomas, 
Gustave, Aaron and William in the operation of the Torrison store. He was 
office manager for a number of years.
When the Henderson-Hoyt company took over the business in 1927 Norman and 
his brother, William, retired from active business.
He was a member of the First Lutheran church and the Manitowoc lodge of Elks.
The only survivors are a number of nieces and nephews and wives of deceased 
brothers.
The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary from Sunday evening at seven 
o'clock until the hour of the services Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 25, 1944 Pages 1 and 2
*******
[cause: apoplexy/bur. on Thos. E. Torrison lot-his father]


OSULD TORRISON

From Der Nord Westen, 10 Nov. 1892:
Death on Thurs. of last week of Mr. O. Torrison, one of the best known citizens
of our city. He was born in Grindstadt, Norway in 1827, came to America then to
Manitowoc in 1850, where he established a mercantile store. “If we remember
correctly, Mr. K.K. Jones and Mr. Van Valkenbourg, had a part in the
business”. His funeral was Sunday.
********
Torrison Family Reunion
At the Hotel Manitowoc Tuesday evening descendants of Osul Torrison, 
pioneer Manitowoc merchant, gathered to celebrate the one hundredth 
anniversary of the birth of the former Norwegian ship owner and 
merchant of Manitowoc. Five sons, Rev. I.B. Torrison, Decorah, Ia., 
Judge Oscar Torrison, Chicago, Dr. George Torrison, Chicago, Norman 
and William Torrison of this city and one daughter, Mrs. O.C. Stewart 
of Chicago were present. One other son, Aaron J. Torrison, Chicago, 
was unable to attend. 
The late Osul Torrison was born in Norway in 1828 and came to Manitowoc 
in 1849, starting the O. Torrison Co. here two years later. He was also 
the owner of many lake vessels in the early days. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, March 08, 1928, Page 9


SOPHIA B. TORRISON

Mrs. W. Elmer Torrison, 84, of 949 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
evening.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at First Lutheran Church Chapel, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Vinger will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Torrison, nee Sophia Haberman was born May 4, 1887, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Herman and Minnie Borchardt Haberman. She was married to Elmer 
Torrison Dec. 23, 1918, at Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death Feb. 28, 
1953. Mrs. Torrison was a member of the Women's Guild of First Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a son, James, of Manitowoc; three brothers, Arthur and Harold, 
of Manitowoc and Frank, of Grand Rapids, Mich.; and two grandchildren. Three 
sisters and a brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 9 o'clock 
this Monday evening until noon Tuesday and then at the church until the time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 30, 1971
*******
[d. 08-27-1971/age 84 yrs./widow of Walter Elmer Torrison]
(04 May 1887/Aug 1971/SSDI)


STEPHEN TORRISON

A SCHOONER GOES DOWN.
The Gladiator Fills and Capsizes Off Evanston.
CHICAGO, July 5. - The scow-schooner Gladiator capsized some seven 
miles off Evanston at the hight (sic) of the gale, and Capt. Stephen 
Torrison, its owner and master, was drowned. The other members of the 
crew were rescued from the wreck by the tug A.A. Carpenter, and brought 
into port.
The Gladiator had left Jacksonport last Thursday with cordwood for 
Chicago. "All went well," as the wreck report to the Government will 
read, until 11 o'clock Thursday night, when the schooner sprung a leak. 
The crew started the pumps, and finding that the water was coming in 
faster than it was being pumped, began to throw the wood overboard. 
Even then the water continued to gain, and at 5 o'clock the crew thought 
their time had come. At this critical moment the tug A.A. Carpenter was 
sighted. The tug came with hail, and then followed the Gladiator for a 
while.
Soon after the Gladiator was struck by a great wave and turned over on 
her side in the sea. The crew clambered over the rail, and held on the 
rigging on the boat's side. Capt. Torrison was caught in the cabin. All 
the others were rescued.
Davenport Morning Tribune, Davenport, Iowa Sunday, July 6, 1890 P.3
*********
[cause: drowning]


THOMAS E. TORRISON  (d. 1918)

EX MAYOR THOMAS TORRISON, HEAD OF TORRISON COMPANY IS SUMMONED BY DEATH
One of Best Known Residents of County, Prominent in Business Affairs 
Here for 40 Years, Passes Away - Funeral to be Held Monday
Former Mayor Thomas E. Torrison, president of the O. Torrison Company, 
and one of the best known of Manitowoc county residents, died at the 
family home on North Eighth street last night after an illness of two 
years, news of the death of Mr. Torrison, while not unexpected, proving 
a great shock to the community. For some time past his condition had 
been regarded as serious and friends had feared the worst. The nervous 
shock which Mr. Torrison sustained at the time of the fire at the O. 
Torrison company store a year ago when he suffered burns probably had 
its effect upon his condition and undoubtedly contributed to hastening 
his death. For some time past he had been forced to give up business 
pursuits. The death of Mr. Torrison removes from the community one of 
its best known businessmen and a citizen who was held in universal 
regard. 
Since 1876, more than 40 years ago, Mr. Torrison had been identified 
with the O.Torrison company and for twenty five years had been president 
of the company, whose store and interests are among the largest mercantile 
enterprises of the city and county. Mr. Torrison gave his personal 
attention to every detail of the business and was a most successful man. 
Mr. Torrison was born in Manitowoc, sixty two years ago, the son of the 
late Osuld Torrison, founder of the Torrison company. He graduated from 
Luther college at Decorah, Ia., in 1876, and, returning to this city, 
immediately became identified with the business enterprise which bears 
the Torrison name. He assumed a prominent place in public affairs and 
business circles of the county and served as a member of the school board 
of joint district No. 1 for twenty years. He represented his ward in the 
city council and as a member of the county board and served as mayor of 
the city for four terms, giving the city a most successful administration. 
Married on Jan. 2, 1884 to Jorgiana Tostensen, Mr. Torrison was the 
father of one son, Anker, both of whom survive him. His aged mother, Mrs. 
O. Torrison of this city, seven brothers, Rev. Isaac Torrison of Decorah, 
Ia., Judge Oscar Torrison, Dr. George A. Torrsion and Aaron Torrison of 
Chicago, Gustav, Norman and William of this city, and one sister, Mrs. 
Charles Stewart of Chicago, also survive. Mr. Torrison had taken an 
active part in politics and on several occasions had been prominently 
mentioned and urged to become a candidate for congress from this district, 
his name having, at one time, been presented to the district convention 
for nomination. A member of the Norwegian Lutheran church, Mr. Torrison 
had been active in the church and had given of his time and means to the 
cause of moral uplift and citizenship. He was a man of broad mind, 
progressive ideas and his life had been one that lived up to the principles 
in which he believed. A kindly, courteaous man, Thomas Torrisons’s friends 
were limited only to his acquaintanceship. Although reserved, Mr. Torrison 
was easily approachable and was a friend valued by all who knew him. 
The funeral of Mr. Torrison will be held Monday at 2 o’clock from the home 
at 520 North Eighth street, the Rev. Boyd officiating. A memorial service 
for Mr. Torrison will be held at the First Norwegian Lutheran church, 
Eighth and State streets, Sunday morning, Sept. 8, at 10:30 o’clock.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, August 30, 1918
********
[cause: pernicious]


JESSE TOSTENSEN

From Der Nord Westen, 05 July 1900:
Death in a local hospital on Fri. of 15-yr. old Jessie Tostenson, son of Capt.
Tostenson here, of consumption complicated by a suppuration of the spine. He had
undergone a minor operation a few days before his death in order to ease his symptoms,
but it did not have the desired results.
*******
[cause: tuberculosis of the spine]


MARIT TOSTENSON

A beautiful tribute was paid by a large gathering of friends to the 
memory of Mrs. Merit Tostenson, deceased, Friday at the funeral held 
from St. Paul’s Norwegian Lutheran church at 2 o’clock. Many floral 
offerings crowned the casket and deep sorrow was manifested for the 
departed. Rev. Rogne officiated ?? the services. Interment was ?? 
Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, June 8, 1901, p. 1
*********
[cause: tuberculosis]


JULIET TOWSLEY

From Der Nord Westen, 15 June 1899:
On Mon. Mr. and Mrs. Tausley of Kaukauna brought the body of their little daughter 
here and buried it in the city cemetery.
********
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Tausley, of Kaukauna, arrived in the city 
yesterday with the remains of their infant daughter, and the 
body was taken direct from the depot to Evergreen cemetery 
where it was interred. The child died Sunday after a brief 
illness.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, June 13, 1899 P.2
********
[Burial register has Julien M. Towsley, female, age 1, born in Kaukauna, 
 cause of death:  heart failure/from cem. records]


ANNA TRAEGER

Mrs. Anna Traeger, 69, who had been in failing health for sometime, 
died early this morning at the Holy Family hospital. Her residence 
is at 1015 S. 18th street.
The body has been moved to the Pfeffer funeral home, and will lie 
in state after 10 o'clock Sunday morning. At 9:30 a.m. on Monday, 
the Rev. Paul Blaufuss, pastor of the St. John Evangelical church, 
will officiate at the funeral rites at Pfeffers. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Traeger, widow of Edmund Traeger, is a native of Clintonville, 
Wis. Nee Ann Fillnow, she was born on Sept. 30, 1875, and was married 
on Dec. 15, 1897. In 1924 the couple moved to this city to establish 
their home. Mr. Traeger preceded his wife in death 11 years ago.
Survivors are the daughters, Mrs. Erwin Koch of this city; Mrs. E??? 
Wilson of Appleton, Mrs. Richard Sampson and Mrs. Louis George of 
Milwaukee; Miss Charlotte at home; one son, Victor, of Manitowoc; 
one brother, Gustave Fillnow of Chlintonville and five sisters, Mrs. 
George Tyrell of Wausau, Mrs. Emil Olke and Mrs. Margaret Richter, 
both of Clintonville and Mrs. Marie Thompson of Weyauwega. Eight 
grandchildren and one great grandchild also survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, September 15, 1945 P.2
(Note: Only 4 sisters were named)
********
[d. 09-15-1945/age 69 yrs./bur. on Victor Traeger lot]


HENRIETTA TRASTEK

Mrs. Victor C. Trastek, 79, of 903 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
morning at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Trastek, nee Henrietta A. Gerbinsky, was born Dec. 27, 1890, at Two 
Rivers, daughter of the late Frederick and Anna Thuss Gerbinsky. She was 
married to Victor C. Trastek Sept. 30, 1911, at Manitowoc. They celebrated 
their golden wedding anniversary in 1961. Mrs. Trastek was a member of the 
First Presbyterian Church, the Lois Society, the Missionary Society and the 
Elks Auxiliary.
Survivors include her husband; a son, Victor F. Jr., of Manitowoc; three 
daughters, Mrs. Adolph (Jane) Schwartz and Mrs. Loris Moss of Manitowoc and 
Mrs. James (Madaline) Smith of Libertyville, Ill.; 11 grandchildren and six 
great grandchildren. Two brothers and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home, Ninth Street entrance, from 4 to 8 p.m. 
Sunday and then Monday until the time of services.
Memorials in her memory may be made by choice of the donor.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 25, 1970
********
[d. 04-25-1970/age 79 yrs./wife of Victor C. Trastek]


VICTOR C. TRASTEK

Obituaries—Trastek—
Victor C. Trastek, 90, formerly of 903 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
morning at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Alfred Klumb will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Trastek was born Aug. 14, 1886, at Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph and 
Catherine Korinek Trastek. He was educated in Manitowoc, graduating from Old 
Washington High School in 1903, and from Manitowoc Business College. He served 
with Wisconsin National Guard, Company H. during World War I. On Sept. 30, 1911, 
he married Henrietta Gerbinsky at Manitowoc.
Mr. Trastek was affiliated with Northern Wisconsin Produce Co., serving as treasurer 
and president, also Manitowoc Refrigeration Co., Crystal Ice Co. and Metal Ware Corp. 
of Two Rivers. He was a life member of Manitowoc Lodge 687, B.P.O.E. and Eagles 
Aerie 706. He formerly held membership in Isaac Walton League, Manitowoc Historical 
Society, Lions Club and Manitowoc Fish and Game Assn. Mr. Trastek was a member and 
director of Cedar Lake Improvement Assn. and served on the Board of Directors of 
Holy Family Hospital. Mrs. Trastek preceded him in death April 25, 1970.
Survivors include a son, three daughters, 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. 
Two brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home after 1:30 p.m. Friday until 
the time of service. Memorials may be made to the charity of donor’s choice.
Herald-Times-Reporter, Vol. 5—no. 70, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis., Thursday, March 24, 1977—3
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
**********
(14 Aug 1886/Mar 1977/SSDI)


JOHN A. TRAURIG

John A. Traurig, 83, of 1310 Division St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Leo Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Traurig was born Dec. 25, 1889, at Hastings, Minn., son of the late Anton 
and Anna Gogeisel Traurig. He married Elvina Borchardt in 1908. She preceded 
him in death in 1958. He married Clara Granger in 1958 at Manitowoc. He 
operated Traurig Printing, Manitowoc, until his retirement. He was a member 
of U.C.T.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Elmer, of Manitowoc, a step-son, William 
Granger, of Manitowoc, four grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and six 
great grandchildren. Two sisters and a son preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday where a memorial 
service will be held at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 21, 1972
*******
[d. 10-21-1972/age 82 yrs.]


MARY TRAURIG

Mrs. Herbert Traurig, 73, of 616 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic church, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will officiate and burial in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Traurig, nee Mary Steinbach, was born May 24, 1902, at Grimms, 
daughter of the late Edward and Frances Backhaussen Steinbach. She 
was married to Frank Duffy in 1928 at Manitowoc. He preceded her in 
death 1942. She was married to Herbert Traurig in 1946 at Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, two sons, (private); two daughters, 
(private); two sisters, Mrs. Leonard Kaufman and Mrs. John Kelly, 
of Manitowoc; and five grandchildren. A son, Thomas, preceded her 
in death in Korea in 1951, and a sister, also preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday where 
a memorial service will be held at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, May 29, 1975 P.16
*******
[wife of Herbert H. Traurig]


JOHN TRESSEN

From Der Nord Westen, 03 Aug. 1893:
Death of John Tressen of a heart problem in the mental facility on Friday.


CHARLES TRIPPLE

From Der Nord Westen, 01 Feb. 1906:
Death Friday of 65-yr. old Carl Trippel, a resident on Quay Street here, following
a long illness. Mr. Trippel served during the Civil War with the 178th New York
Regiment and moved here a few years ago. He leaves a widow and one daughter. The
funeral was held Sun. afternoon under the leadership of the local Knights of Pythias


EMMA TRIPPLER

MRS. TRIPPLER DEATH SUNDAY
Town of Carlton Woman Was Resident of Manitowoc
Mrs. Hugo Trippler, age 49, died at her home, Route 3, Kewaunee county, town of 
Carlton, Sunday morning. Funeral services will be held from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Rev. Koeninger will (officiate).
Burial will take place at Evergreen following the services.
Mrs. Trippler, nee Emma Hardow, was born June 24, 1884 in Wausau. Her family moved 
to Manitowoc when she was a little over one year of age. She married Hugo Trippler 
May 12, 1910.
Besides her husband the deceased is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Erwin Hinn of 
Fond du Lac and Norma at home; a son, Hugo, at home; her parents, two brothers, 
Charles of Manitowoc and Elmer of Detroit; three sisters, Mrs. William Woerfel and 
Mrs. Henry Johnson of Manitowoc and Mrs. Ted Stobbe of Two Rivers; and two grand-
children.
The remains may be viewed at the funeral home tonight and up to the time of the 
funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. July 10, 1933 P. 5
********
[bur. 07-12-1933/age 49 yrs/died at Carlton, Kewaunee, WI/
cause: pulmonary tuberculosis/bur. on Carl Hardow lot]


WENCEL TROCHIL

Wencel Trochil, 71, died unexpectedly early Sunday morning at his 
home in Rockwood. He had been in ill health three years.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Saur Funeral Home, 
Kellnersville, the Rev. Harold W. Bowman officiating, with burial 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Trochil was born July 18, 1885, in the Town of Kossuth, son of 
the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Trochil. He married Emma Zeman Nov. 3, 
1908, and the couple farmed in the Town of Gibson 11 years before 
moving to a farm in the Town of Kossuth. He also operated a 
threshing machine for about 40 years and was a mason by trade. Nine 
years ago the couple moved to Rockwood where he was employed by 
Rockwell Lime Co., two years.
He is survived by his wife, a daughter, Miss Elaine at home; two 
sons, Clarence of Manitowoc and Raymond of Rt. 1, Whitelaw; and a 
sister, Mrs. Emma Panosh of Manitowoc, 11 grandchildren and a great 
grandchild. A daughter, Mrs. Viola Toedter, died five years ago.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, July 1, 1957 P.19


ANTON TROCHLELL

Former Police Chief Anton Trochlell Dies
Anton Trochlell, 82 (photo), who retired as head of the Manitowoc Police 
Department in 1938 after 43 years of continuous service, 19 years as chief, 
died late Friday afternoon at the residence, 715 South 23rd street. He had 
been in failing health 11 months.
Joining the department as a patrolman in 1895 he advanced to sergeant, then 
to assistant chief and finally head of the department in 1919, after serving 
under four chiefs. He saw the transition of the department from 10 men to a 
force of nearly 30 officers.
Funeral Monday
Funeral services will be held Monday at 10 a.m. from the St. Paul's Catholic 
church. Honorary pallbearers will be chiefs from Wisconsin cities, members of 
the Wisconsin Police Chiefs Association. Active pallbears will be six officers 
from the present department, all of whom served under him. They are Captains 
William Christiansen and Frank Tomchek, Lieutenants William Lasch and Walter 
Herman, and Sergeants William McConnell and George Tulach.
Two uniformed police officers will stand guard at the casket when the body is 
lying in state at the funeral home. When final rites are held Monday there will 
be an honor guard consisting of uniformed members of the local and visiting 
departments who will form in parallel lines when the casket is moved from the 
home to the church.
Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Trochlell was born in this city in 1860. He attended Manitowoc schools and 
when a young man learned the coopersmith trade which he followed for a number 
of years and later was employed by a coal company here.
Joined Force in 1895
In August, 1895, he was named a member of the police department, which at that 
time was headed by the late Frank Stirn. He served under Chief Jerome Pierce 
from 1897 to 1908.
Trochlell was promoted to sergeant in 1908 and assistant chief on April 1, 1916. 
When Chief Groffman resigned from the force April 1, 1918 to take charge of the 
special guard force at the Manitowoc Ship Building Company during World War I, 
Mr. Trochlell was made acting chief of the Police and Fire Commission. On 
March 1, 1919 he was named chief and served as head of the department until he 
voluntarily retired September 30, 1938. He was succeeded by the present chief, 
J.J. Kuplic.
In his 43 years on the force Chief Trochlell saw the department grow from the 
stage when officers served afoot, to the horse era and finally to the motorcycle 
and motor equipment.
When Chief Trochlell traveled a beat in the downtown district in the late nineties, 
there was not much detail about reporting in. Sometimes when the men went out in 
the early evening they were not heard from again until they checked in early the 
next morning.
Covered Harbor Area
The chief's beat included the harbor and dock areas. Many times he was forced to 
move inebriated persons to the police lockup with the 
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aid of a wheelbarrow. Not until 1905 did the police have the facility of a horse 
and wagon to bring in offenders. The City Council provided for rental of a horse 
from a livery stable adjoining the police station on Franklin street.
Later the Council provided a horse, stabled at the station. With the coming of the 
motor car the department acquired a police car, later an ambulance, then motorcycles, 
and finally regular squad cars.
One of the highlights of Chief Trochlell's long career occurred in 1935, when he 
was presented with a gold medal by the police force, the occasion of his 40th 
anniversary of enrollment in the department. His greatest ambition-to head the 
department when it moved to the present quarters in the Safety building-was 
realized in 1938.
In the 43 years Chief Trochlell served, only one member of the department lost his 
life in the line of duty. He was Fred Mueller, shot by the Walters brothers on a 
north side street June 12, 1932. Another unique feature of the chief's record is 
that in the 19 years he was head of the department only one murder occurred in 
Manitowoc, besides the slaying of Officer Mueller. That was on Sept. 18, 1931, when 
Del Buettner, Milwaukee alcohol cooker, was slain by his partner, Frank Mesaros, in 
a Commercial street warehouse. Later Mesaros gave himself up and was sent to Waupun.
When the Wisconsin Police Chiefs Association was organized Chief Trochlell was one 
of the charter members, and remained active in the association until his retirement 
four years ago. He was also a member of the Manitowoc lodge of Elks.
Widow Survives
Mr. Trochlell married Miss Anna Zahorik in this city 50 years ago. She died in 1910. 
In 1923 he married Mrs. Hiram Smith.
Survivors are the widow; two sons, Edward J., and Anton Jr., both of this city; 
daughter, Mrs. Ray Krysan of this city; two step sons, Vincent Smith of Chicago, 
Henry Smith of Wausau; step-daughter, Mrs. Oscar Anderson of this city; and 22 
grandchildren.
The body will lie in state at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and may 
be viewed there tonight and Sunday. It will be moved to the Trochlell home Sunday 
evening at 9:30.
The rosary will be recited at the funeral home Sunday evening at eight o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 12, 1942 P. 3
*********
Receives Card From Crippled Pencil Seller
Chief of Police Anton Trochlell this morning received a card of greeting 
from "Dad"-C.M. Hoon-crippled pencil salesman who makes Manitowoc one of 
his stops every years.
"This is from old Dad," the card read, "the cripple that you let sell 
pencils last May 1. There is no state like old Wisconsin. Hope you are in 
the best of health. May God bless you."
"Dad's" card came from Washington, Pennsylvania.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, July 31, 1937 P. 4
*********
[Anton Trochlell/d. 12-11-1942/age 82 yrs./cause: cardiac degeneration/
bur. on Anton Trochlell lot]


EDWARD J. TROCHLELL

Edward J. Trochlell, 78, of 926 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Leo Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Trochlell was born April 17, 1893, at Manitowoc, son of the late Anton 
and Anna Zahorik Trochlell. He was a veteran of World War I. He married 
Irene Halloran Nov. 25, 1925, at Manitowoc. He had been employed at Mirro 
Aluminum Co. for 49 years and was assistant secretary and treasurer of the 
company at the time of his retirement in 1958. Mr. Trochlell was a member 
of the Manitowoc County Chapter of the Izaak Walton League, the Knights of 
Columbus Council No. 710 and a 50-year member of the American Legion Drews-
Bleser Post, No. 88 and the Elks Lodge No. 687. His wife preceded him in 
death March 14, 1971.
Survivors include three sons (Survivors omitted for privacy.); a brother, 
Anton, of Rt. 4, Valders, a sister, Mrs. Emily Krysen, of Manitowoc and 11 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home (State Street entrance) from 5 to 9 
o'clock this Monday evening and Tuesday until the time of service. A memorial 
service will be held at 8 o'clock this Monday evening at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 7, 1972
*******
(Apr 17 1893/Feb 1972/SSDI)


IRENE TROCHLELL

Mrs. Edward Trochlell, 79, of 926 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon 
at Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 
and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo Schmitt 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Trochlell, nee Irene Halloran, was born Oct. 31, 1900, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Halloran. She was married to Edward Trochlell 
Nov. 25, 1925, at Manitowoc. The couple resided at Manitowoc. Mrs. Trochlell was a 
member of the Elks Ladies.
Survivors include her husband; three sons, and 11 grandchildren. (Survivors edited
for privacy)
Friends may call at the funeral home (Ninth Street entrance) from 6 o'clock to 
9 o'clock this Monday evening where a memorial service will be at 8 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 15, 1971


ROSA TROCHLELL

From Der Nord Westen, 15 Aug 1907:
Mrs. Rosa Trochlell, mother of policeman Trochlell, died yesterday of old
age debility. She was 86. 2 sons survive. The funeral will take place tomorrow
morning from St. Boniface Church.
*******
[Rosa Trochlell/bur. 08-14-1907/age 85 yrs./cause:general debility]
*******
Notice of Application for Proof of Heirship.
(First publication Oct. 7th 1884.)
COUNTY COURT-MANITOWOC COUNTY. IN PROBATE,
In the matter of the estate of Jacob Trochlell, deceased.
Notice is hereby given that at a special term of said county court 
to be held in and for said county, at the office of the county judge 
in the city of Manitowoc, in said county, commencing at 10 o'clock 
A.M. of the 25th day of November 1884.
The application of Rosa Trochllel (sic) for a judgment of this court 
determining the descent of the following described real estate situated 
in the county of Manitowoc and State of Wisconsin to wit:
Lot No. nine (9) in Block No. two hundred and seven (207) in the city 
of Manitowoc, County of Manitowoc and the State of Wisconsin.
Whereof, Jacob Trochllel late of the city of Manitowoc and in said 
County, deceased intestate, died seized and adjudging that Rosa Trochlle 
(the widow of said deceased) is the only heir at law of said deceased 
and and entitled to all the right title and interest of said deceased 
in and to said real estate.
Dated this 6th day of Oct. 1884.
By the Court
R.D. Smart, County Judge
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, October 7, 1884 P.1


OTTIE MARIE TROEMEL

From Der Nord Westen, 08 Mar. 1894: 
Death yesterday of Mrs. Troemel, widow of Otto Troemel who died some 20
yrs. ago. The funeral, which was to take place tomorrow afternoon, has 
been postponed one day so that it will be possible for her 2 sons, who 
live in New York, to attend.


OTTO TROEMEL

Name: Troemel, Otto
D.: 7/4/1867
B.: 12/19/1863
Reg. D.: 1/7/1864
Sex: M/W
Age at Death:
B.P.: Mtwc.
D.P.: Mtwc.
Cem.: Evergreen Cem. Mtwc.
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Otto Troemel
Spouse:
F.: Otto Troemel
M.: Maria (Sheifeus)
Cause of Death: 
Add Info.: B. and D. 12/19/1863  7/7/1867 Index
Pg. #: v.1 p.4
(Note: I'm putting this with Otto who died in 1863 because the reg. d. of
this record is 1864. The d. date on it cannot be 1867.)


OTTO TROEMEL

FEBRUARY 22, 1873

Friday, Feb. 7th, Otto Troemel, Editor of the Manitowoc Zeitung, aged 42
years. Of Erysipelas.
The deceased editor has long been a resident of this City and by his
culture and courteous demeanor to his fellow men, has made very many
personal friends, as was attested by the extraordinary turn out on Sunday
afternoon, to pay their last respects to his earthly remains. His
reputation was ever that of a true and faithful friend, high minded and
scrupulously honest in all his dealings in his business relations, he was
universally respected as one of out best citizens. Sociable,
companionable, and considerate of others views fearlessly when asked, yet
without the guile or ostentation that makes them offensive. As an editor
his place is difficult to fill. He was radical in his politics, but
earnest, energetic, and indefatigable in his labors for the men or
measures which he might expose. If he had enemies their origin was
conceived through some long and tedious campaign and tanned by adverse
interest. His Stewardship and faithful; what more can we ask of.
Man.-Manitowoc Pilot
The news of the death of Mr. Troemel, caused our fountain of sorrows to
flow, as we always regarded him as a true friend of humanity as well as
one of out best journalists. The deceased, although a political opponent
of State Senator Schmidt, the latter, through his representative, pays
the following tribute to the late departed.
"Mr. Troemel was an amiable companion, a faithful friend to his friends,
a gentleman in the true sense of the word, a good citizen. The Republican
party loses in him one of its most zealous members, and the press of
Manitowoc one of its most capable, honorable representatives. Peace to
his ashes."


GUSTAV TRONSON

From Der Nord 26 Jan. 1899:
Death Tues. afternoon last week of 24-yr. old Gustav Tronson as a result of his 
action during the war with Spain in Puerto Rico. He was a member of Company H of 
the 2nd Regiment.


MARIA TRONSON

From Der Nord Westen, 03 Dec. 1903:
Mrs. Henry Thronson (sic) died Thurs. of pleurisy in her parent’s home where she was
visiting. She has been living in Chicago since Sep. In addition to her sorrowing
parents she is survived by several sisters. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon.


OLE TRONSON

From Der Nord Westen, 02 Apr. 1908: 
Death here Monday of 71-year old Ole Tronson, a widely known 
resident of our city. The funeral will take place this afternoon.


C. B. TROST

From Der Nord Westen, 25 June 1896: 
Death Fri., after a long illness, of Chas. Trost, of consumption. 
His burial took place Sun. afternoon at the city cemetery.


CARL TROST

From Der Nord Westen, 27 July 1876:
Carl Trost died on Monday after a short illness. 
Burial yesterday afternoon.


MARGARET TRUDEL

Mrs. J.J. Trudel Sr., 85, of 854 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Monday at home.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. James Craanen will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. There will be no service at the funeral home 
Thursday morning.
Mrs. Trudel, nee Margaret (Peg) Carey, was born March 9, 1886, at Osman, 
daughter of the late State Senator John and Honora Sexton Carey. She attended 
and was graduated from North Side High School in 1904. She was married to 
Jacques J. Trudel Sr. Mrs. Trudel had been employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding 
Inc., from 1939 to 1959 retiring as a material pricing supervisor. Her husband 
preceded her in death.
Survivors include a son, Jacques Jr., of Milwaukee; a daughter, Mrs. Robert 
(Janet) White, of Palos Verdes Estates, Calif.; six grandchildren and nieces 
and nephews. She was preceded in death by all her brothers and sisters including 
her twin brother, John, who died in 1960.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 p.m. 
Wednesday where a wake service will be at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 6, 1971


HERMINA TRUETTNER

WORRY OVER DEATH OF HER HUSBAND UNBALANCES MIND OF MRS. TRUETTNER, 
NEWTON WOMAN
Grief over the death of her husband which occurred recently is 
believed to be responsible for the condition of Mrs. Minnie 
Truettner, a well known town of Newton woman, who was today 
committed to the Northern hospital at Oshkosh by probate court. 
Mrs. Truettner’s mind has become unbalanced and friends asked 
that she be cared for. Mrs. Truettner’s husband died some time 
ago and since that time she has acted in a strange manner, until 
friends, convinced that her mind had been affected by her sorrow, 
appealed to the court for her commitment.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, October 09, 1917, Page 5
********
HERMINE TRUETTNER, WELL KNOWN RESIDENT OF NEWTON DIES
Mrs. Hermine Truettner, aged 58, passed away at her Newton home 
early last evening following a week’s illness. An attack of 
nervousness a week ago was the first sign of ill health but since 
then she has failed rapidly and the end came quietly last night. 
Funeral services will be held Monday from the home in Newton at 
one o’clock to the Wesley M.E. church in this city where the Rev. 
A.R.E. Schreiber will conduct services at two o’clock. 
Mrs. Truettner, nee Wernecke, was born near Newton, April 20, 1868 
and has made her home there all her life, having been married to 
Ernest Wernecke there in 1897, Mr. Wernecke preceded her in death 
in 1917. Five children live to survive their parents being Mrs. 
Walter Beck, Two Rivers, Mrs. Alvin Polster and Mrs. Arno Meisner 
of Newton and Omar and Frederic who made their home with their 
mother. Mrs. Truettner is also survived by two grandchildren and 
two brothers, Herman of Chicago and Fred of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, October 29, 1926, Page 2
********
[Minna Truettner, died 10/28/1926 in Newton, buried 11/1/1926, 
cause of death: hanging by suicide.]


ELIZABETH TRUMAN

From Der Nord Westen, 29 Sep. 1904:
Mrs. Elizabeth Truman, widow of the late Horatio Truman, died Wed. 
evening last week after a long illness at age 80. The deceased, 
who was born in 1824 in Burlington, Vermont, came to Manitowoc 
with her husband in 1854 and has lived here ever since. She is 
survived by one son and 2 daughters, as well as one brother, 
Mr. E.W. Morse here. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon.
*******
[d. 09-21-1904/age 79 yrs/cause: pneumonia]


HORATIO TRUMAN

From Der Nord Westen, 13 Mar. 1902:
Death Wed. last week, following a long illness, of Horatio Truman, 
a wellknown resident of our city. He was born in Burlington, VT, 
in 1828 and came to Manitowoc in 1855. He was associated here with 
Mr. Cooper in a mill, established a coal handling business and at 
the time of his death was president of the Manitowoc Dredge & Dock
Co. He is survived by his sorrowing widow and 3 children. The funeral 
was held Sun. afternoon.


NICK K. TSOPELS

Nick K. Tsopels, 79, of 825 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. James Episcopal 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Andrew Daregas will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Tsopels was born Jan. 10, 1893, in Greece, son of the late Constantine 
and Joanna Avrilionis Tsopels. He migrated to the United States in 1909. In 
1930, he returned to Greece where he married Mary Georgopoulos. The couple 
returned to Manitowoc and established residence. He was associated with the 
Tsopels and Adraktis firms, retiring in 1962. He  was a veteran of World 
War I, serving as a private from May 24, 1918, until his discharge Dec. 12, 
1918. He was a member of the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 of 
Manitowoc and the Order of Ahepa.
Survivors include his wife, two brothers, Spyros,of Manitowoc and Dimitros, 
of Greece; two sisters, Helen and Anastasia, of Greece; and several nieces 
and nephews. Three brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Ninth street entrance, 
Manitowoc, from 4 o'clock this Friday afternoon until closing Friday evening 
and until 1:30 p.m. Saturday when the body will be taken to the church to 
lie in state until the time of service. Prayer service will be at 7:30 
o'clock Friday evening at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 22, 1972
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(10 Jan 1893/Dec 1972/SSDI)


ADOLPH TUBIZKI

Name: Tubizki, Adolph
D.: 4/2/1878
B.: 4/2/1869
Reg. D.: 12/27/1878
Sex: M/W
Age at death: 9 yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.: Mtwc.
Cem.: Mtwc.
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. Pieper
Spouse:
F.: Joseph Tubizki
M.: Christine Tubizki
Cause of death: Diptheria
Add. Info:
[Cemetery Burial Register has these two children as children of Mr. Duberzky/the
lot diagram book has the spaces purchased by Joseph Jupitzky/also bur. on the lot
are Joseph Dubecky (6/2/1872) and Mrs. Dubecky (unk. date), and another baby Dubecky
(unk. date]


CARL THEO. TUBIZKI

Name: Tubizki, Carl Theo
D.: 4/2/1878
B.: 9/13/1874
Reg. D.: 12/27/1878
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 3 Yrs. 3 Mo. 20 Da.
B.P.: Mtwc.
D.P.: Mtwc.
Cem.: Mtwc.
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. F. A. Pieper
Spouse:
F.: Joseph Tubizki
M.: Christine Tubizki
Cause of Death: Diptheria
Pg. #: v.1 p.275
[Cemetery Burial Register has these two children as children of Mr. Duberzky/the
lot diagram book has the spaces purchased by Joseph Jupitzky/also bur. on the lot
are Joseph Dubecky (6/2/1872) and Mrs. Dubecky (unk. date), and another baby Dubecky
(unk. date]


CALVIN TUESBURG

Calvin L. Tuesburg, 76, of 415A Chicago St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Monday 
afternoon at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. D.L. Wandschneider will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Tuesburg was born Feb. 6, 1888, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and Elizabeth 
Kern Tuesburg. Twenty-nine years ago he married Frances Brager. He had been employed 
as a lathe operator at Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc, retiring in 1954.
Surviving are his wife, a brother Charles Tuesburg, of Manitowoc and two sisters, 
Mrs. Dorothy Fritsch, of Libertyville, Ill., and Mrs. Nellie Scherer, of Tampa, Fla.
Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 31, 1964 P. 3
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(06 Feb 1888/Mar 1964/SSDI)


CHARLES TUESBURG

Charles A. Tuesburg, 76, (photo) of 505 Pine St., Manitowoc, died 
Saturday at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Jens Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Tuesberg was born June 29, 1893, at Manitowoc, son of the late 
John and Elizabeth Curran Tuesburg, and married Mathilda Vogel Aug. 
21, 1915. The couple always lived at Manitowoc. He started working 
as a machinist and tool and die maker for the Mirro Aluminum Co. in 
1919 and retired in 1959.
Survivors include his wife; a son, Arthur, of Manitowoc, and seven 
grandchildren. Two sisters and three brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, November 15, 1969 P.7


FRANCES (BRAEGER) TUESBURG

Mrs. Frances Tuesburg, 56, died Monday morning at Manitowoc hospital.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Golden will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Tuesburg, nee Frances Brager, was born Oct. 20, 1915, at Sheboygan, 
daughter of the late Martin and Frances Brazovitch Brager.
Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Fred (Mary) Krause and Martina Krause, 
of Sheboygan, a niece and a nephew.
There will be no visitation.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 31, 1972


HANS TUESBURG aka TIDSBURG

From Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1901:
Death yesterday here of 73-yr. old H.L. Tidsburg after an illness of several
weeks. The deceased, who was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, has lived in our 
city for more than 40 yrs. He is survived by his widow and 6 children. The 
funeral will be held Sun. afternoon.


MATHILDA TUESBURG

Funeral services for Mrs. Mathilda Tuesburg, 80, of 505 Pine St., 
Manitowoc, who died Monday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, 
will be announced Tuesday by Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, October 27, 1975 P.3
(Mathilda Tuesburg/May 30, 1895/Oct. 1975/SSDI)


JOHN J. TUREK  (d. 1967)

John Turek Sr., 75, of 521 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been 
a patient a week.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Claude LeClair will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Turek was born June 25, 1892, at Ashland, Wis., son of the 
late Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Turek. He married Laura Oppermann 
June 11, 1916, at Besemer, Mich. They resided at Ashland until 
1923 when the couple came to Manitowoc where he was employed as 
a bridge tender for the city, retiring in 1962. His wife preceded 
him in death Sept. 12, 1962.
Surviving are two sons, Edward and John Jr., and four daughters, 
Mrs. Eino (Dorothy) Hippula, Mrs. Betty Dilly, Mrs. Adolph 
(Beverly) Ziarnik and Mrs. Richard (Shirley) Scroggins, of 
Manitowoc, eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 26, 1967 P.8


PRISCILLA TUSCHL

Mrs. Gordon Tuschl, 55, of 1501 S. 31st St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Thaddeus J. Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Tuschl, nee Priscilla Bauer, was born March 19, 1916, at Manitowoc 
Rapids, daughter of the late Peter and Ida Kourley Bauer. She was 
married to Gordon J. Tuschl Oct. 9, 1937, at Manitowoc. She was employed 
at the S.S. Kresge Co., Manitowoc. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic 
Church Rosary Society.
Survivors include her husband, a son and a daughter (Survivors omitted 
for privacy.); four brothers, Edward, Reinhart and Raymond, of Manitowoc 
and Victor, of Rt. 4 Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the 
Rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m. by the Rosary Society and a memorial 
service will be held at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 7, 1972


JOHN TWITCHEL (L)

BROUGHT NEW OF DEATH
Message Received Here To-Day Tells of Demise of Capt. Twitchel
A telegram received in the city to-day announces the death of Capt. 
J. M. Twitchel, 3811 Michigan Avenue, Chicago at an early hour this 
morning. Capt. Twitchel was a former resident of Manitowoc, having 
removed to Chicago but a few years ago. He had been ill but a short 
time and relatives here are uninformed as to the disease which caused 
his death. He was 48 years of age and surviving relatives are a wife 
and two sons, Earl and Lester; one sister, Mrs. Kellog, Columbus, Ohio, 
and two half sisters, Mrs. Ray Flint, Jr., of this city and Mrs. Zander 
of Kaukauna. 
Capt. Twichell is well remembered here and is known to vesselmen in 
every section of the country. He was formerly in command of the City 
of Fremont and the Peerless sailing from Chicago, owned by Leopold-
Austrian Co. While a resident of this city Capt. Twichel occupied a 
home on South Seventh street. Nothing is known here regarding the 
funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, May 10, 1900, Page 1
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The remains of Capt. J.M. Twitchell arrived from Chicago at 4:20 this 
afternoon and the funeral party proceeded to Evergreen at once, where 
interment was made. Members of the Royal League met the body at the 
depot and acted as escort. Rev. Johnston officiated at the grave side. 
Many friends were in line.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, May 11, 1900, Page 1
*********
The remains of Capt. J.M. Twitchell did not arrive in the city yesterday 
as stated in the Herald. The fact that the remains would arrive was 
telephoned to this office and our informant was misunderstood as to the 
time of arrival. The body will be here at 4:20.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, May 12, 1900, Page 4
********
From Der Nord Westen, 17 May 1900:
Captain J.M. Twitchel, former resident here but for the past year a 
resident of Chicago, died there last week after a seven month illness. 
He leaves his widow and 2 sons. The body was brought here for burial.
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[cause: chronic nephritis]


ELLA A. UEK

Mrs. Robert Uek, 92, of 1624 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died early Saturday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Wesley Methodist Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. D.T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Uek, nee Ella Schnorr, was born Sept. 26, 1877, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Alois and Agnes Kodet Schnorr. She was married to Robert Uek 
Nov. 6, 1897, at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1914. She was a 
member of Esther Circle of the Women's Society of Christian Service at 
Wesley Methodist Church.
Survivors include two sons; Robert T. of West Yarmouth, Mass., and Alois W. 
of Forest Park, Ill.; three daughters, Mrs. S.H. (Agnes) Guinter of Wheaton, 
Ill., Miss Edna Uek and Mrs. Chester (Anita) Anderson of Manitowoc; two 
sisters, Mrs. Oscar Palmquist of Spokane, Wash., and Mrs. W.C. Dicke of 
Manitowoc; five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 
4 p.m. Monday until 10 a.m. Tuesday when the body will be removed to the 
church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 31, 1970
********
[d. 01-30-1970/age 92 yrs./widow of Robert W. Uek]
(b. 26 Sept. 1877/d. Jan. 1970/SSDI)


EMIL UEK

EMIL UEK, 68, GETS SUMMONS 
Funeral Services Will Be Held Here On Tuesday

Emil Uek, 68, 2005 South Ninth street, a lifelong resident of Manitowoc, died 
early Sunday at the Holy Family hospital, where he had been a patient for two 
weeks. He had been ill for several years.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Vogelsang 
funeral home in charge of  the Rev. W.C. Kurtz.
Mr. Uek was born in this city in 1869. In 1889 he married Miss Louise Braun. 
He was employed for many years in the box factory operated by Schnorr Brothers.
(?illegible?)………………………………………………………………………………………...sons, William R. and Arthur, 
both of this city; a sister, Mrs. August Eberhardt, city; a brother Gustav, city; 
and two grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Vogelsang funeral home until the hour of the 
services.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Thirty-Ninth Year, Monday, March 29, 1937, No. 136
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
*******
[bur. 03-30-1937/age 68 yrs./cause: carcinoma of stomach/bur. on Arthur V. Uek lot]


EMMA UEK

Mrs. Gustave E. Uek, 67, of 1610 South Tenth street, died this morning 
following a several months illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. Carl Hagen officiating. Burial will 
be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Uek was a devout member of the Wesley Methodist church, a charter 
member of the Ladies Missionary society, which was formed in her home 
and in which she was an officer for 17 years and a charter member of 
the Women's Society of Christian Service.
Survivors are her husband, son, Herbert, of this city; daughter, Mrs. 
Lorette, of Neenah; brother, Edwin Krueger of Mishicot; sister, Mrs. 
Alina Karnopp of Almond, Wis.
The body may be viewed from Sunday noon at the fuenral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 9, 1945 P. 2
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[d. 02-09-1945/age 67 yrs./cause: carcinoma of liver/wife of Gustave Uek]


GUSTAVE UEK

Gustave E. Uek of 1610 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc, following an illness of several months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. Donald T. Stannard officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Uek was a merchant at Manitowoc prior to his retirement in 1945. He married 
the former Emma Krueger of the Town of Gibson. His wife preceded him in death in 
1945.
Among survivors are a son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Uek, of 
Manitowoc and a daughter, Miss Lorrette, of Neenah.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Vol. 64—no. 168, Manitowoc, Wis., Friday, May 4, 1962, M-17
*******
Funeral services for Gustave E. Uek of 1610 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, who died 
Friday morning, were at 2 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Donald Stannard officiating. Burial was in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Lawrence Laehning, Edmund Krohn, Chester Anderson, Gilbert 
Meisner, Ashley Milton and Ray Hackbarth.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Vol. 64—no. 170, Monday, May 7, 1962, M-15
(all sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
*******
[d. 05-04-1962/age 89 yrs.]


LOUISE UEK

Widow Dies as Funeral For Her Husband is Being Held
As funeral services were being conducted at Evergreen cemetery for her husband, 
Emil Uek, 2005 South Ninth street who died Sunday, Mrs. Uek, 74, died at the 
Holy Family hospital yesterday afternoon.
Mrs. Uek, who had been a patient at the hospital for several weeks had not been 
advised of the death of her husband. Her death was ascribed to a heart attack.
Mourners returning from the cemetery were advised of the death of Mrs. Uek.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Vogelsang funeral home 
in charge of the Rev. W.C. Kurtz. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Uek, whose maiden name was Louise Braun, was born in Manitowoc in 1862 and 
always resided here. She was married to Emil Uek in 1889. Mr. Uek was employed 
for many years at the Schnorr box factory.
Survivors are two sons, William R. and Arthur, both of this city; a sister, Mrs. 
Herman Goeters, city; a brother, Frank Braun, Edgar, Wis.
The body may be viewed at the Vogelsang funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 31, 1937 P. 8
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[bur. 04-02-1937/age 74 yrs./cause: chronic myocarditis/bur. on Arthur V. Uek lot]


ROBERT W. UEK

ROBERT UEK LOSES BRAVE FIGHT FOR LIFE, DEATH THE VICTOR, EARLY LAST EVENING - WAS 37

Robert Uek, well-known young business man and associated with the firm of Uek & Sons, 
died at his home on South Tenth street last evening, aged 37. Mr, Uek had been in 
failing health for two years past and a year ago was forced to retire from business 
owing to his failing strength and condition. His death had been foreseen for months 
and during the past few days had been expected at any moment. Mr. Uek had made a brave 
fight against the destroyer.
Mr. Uek was born in this city, November 6, thirty-seven years ago and had always made 
his home here. He was a genial, whole-souled man who won and kept friends and had 
surrounded himself with a large circle of friends.
A widow and five children, the oldest 16, survive Mr. Uek and his aged parents, one 
sister, Mrs. A. Eberhardt, and two brothers, Gus. and Emil Uek, also survive. Mr. Uek 
was a member of the Eagles and other fraternal orders and the funeral will be held 
Saturday at 1:30 from the home and at 2 o’clock from the German M. E. church will be 
under the auspices of the Eagles. 
Manitowoc Daily-Herald, Volume 16., Thursday, June 25, 1914, No. 209, 
Page Five

Gestorben—
Robert Uek, ein wohlbekannter Einwohner unserer Stadt, erlag am Mittwoch der 
Schwindsucht, an welcher er seit ungefähr zwei Jahren gelitten hatte. Der 
Verstorbene war ein Mitglied der Firma W. Uek & Sohn, die an der Ecke 8. und 
Franklinstraße eine Leder handlung betrieb, mußte aber vor etwa einem Jahre 
wegen seiner Krankheit aus dem Geschäft austreten (au?treten). Er wurde vor 
37 Jahren in Manitowoc geboren und ist stets hier wohnhaft gewesen. Eine Wittwe
und fünf Kinder betrauern seinen frühen Tod, außerdem überleben ihn seine 
betagten Eltern, zwei Brüder und eine Schwester. Die Beerdigung fand am Samstag 
Nachmittag unter den Ausplzien (Ausp?t?zien) des Horstes der Eagles von der 
deutschen Methodistenkirche aus statt.
Die Wahrheit, No. 943, Manitowoc, Dienstag den 30. Juni 1914, 18. Jahrgang

Gestorben—Nach zweijährigem hartnäckigem Kampfe gegen die tückische Krankheit 
erlag am Mittwoch Robert Uek, ein wohlbekannter Einwohner unserer Stadt, der 
Schwindsucht. Der Verstorbene betrieb hier viele Jahre lang die unter der Firma 
Uek & Sohn bekannte Lederhandlung, mußte sich aber vor etwa einem Jahre in Folge 
seiner Krankheit vom Geschäfte zurück ziehen Herr Uek wurde am 6. November 1877 
hier geboren und wuchs in unserer Stadt auf. Er hinterläßt seine Wittwe und fünf 
Kinder. Außerdem überleben ihn seine betagten Eltern, zwei Brüder und eine Schwester. 
Die Beerdigung finde morgen Nachmittag um 2 Uhr von der deutschen Methodistenkirche 
aus statt. Der hiesige Horst der Eagles, dem er angehörte, wird ihm das letzte 
Ehrengeleit geben.
Manitowoc Post, Jahrgang 34., Freitag den 26ten Juni, 1914, No. 10
(all sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
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[bur. 06-27-1914/cause: tuberculosis of lungs]


WILHELM UEK

(Wilhelm) Ferdinand Johann Uek (b. 4. Juli 1843—d. 12. Februar 1917)
married to Wilhemine Lindemann in Prussia in 1868—the same year as they 
emigrated to America (because they may have been on the move, their marriage 
record has not been found as of yet), they had four children, all born in 
Manitowoc: Wilhelm, Gustav, Robert and Alwine. Anita (Uek) Anderson said that 
“he worked for the Kaiser and had the Medals to show for it!”
*********
Gestorben—In der Wohnung seines Sohnes Gustav starb in der Nacht vom Montag 
aus Dienstag, Herr Wilhelm Uek, ein alter und wohlebekannter Einwohner unsere 
Stadt, welcher er seit nachezu fünfzig Jahren wohnhaft war. Der Verstorbene 
wurde am 4 Juli 1842 geboren sich  Jahre 1867 in Manitowoc nieder. Länger als 
dießig Jahre war er in dem Lagerhause der O. Torrison Co. beschäftigt, vor 
einigen Jähren gab er aber diese Stellung auf und setze sichs zur Ruhe. Er 
kränkeite schon seit längerer Zeit, und sieGorge um den Gesundheitszustand 
seiner Gattinm die schon seit zwanzig Wochen eine Patientin des Hospitals zur 
Hl. Familie ist, war wenig gerignet, sein Leiden zu heben, war wohl eine 
Ursache, seine Auflöfung zu beschleunigen. Herr Uek hinterläßt außer der schwer 
kranken Gattin zwei Söhne, Gustav und Emil und eine Tochter, Frau August 
Eberhardt. Die Beerdingung fand heute Nachmittag von der Deutschen Methodisten 
Kirche aus statt.
Manitowoc Post, Jahrgang 36, Donnerstag, den 15, Februar 1917, No. 61, page 5 
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“Deaths—In the residence of his son Gustav died in the night from Monday to 
Tuesday Mr. Wilhelm Uek, an old man and well known resident of our town where 
he lived almost 50 years. The deceased was born on 4 July 1842 and came to 
Manitowoc in 1867. He worked for the O. Torrison Co. for 30 years then retired. 
He has been sick for a long time, and for 20 weeks has been a patient of the 
Holy Family Hospital and this was not inclined to relieve his suffering and 
was one of the causes to hasten his demise. Mrs. Uek, who is very ill, as well 
as two sons, Gustav and Emil and one daughter Mrs, August Eberhardt survive him. 
The funeral will take place this afternoon at the German Methodist Church”
—interpretation by Horst Scharffs
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Wm. Uek, Old Resident, Answers Last Call at Age of 74 Years—William Uek Dies

William Uek, a resident of the city for 49 years, died at the home of his son, 
1618 South Tenth street after a lingering illness. Mr. Uek had been failing fast 
for several weeks, due to worry over his wife’s illness, Mrs. Uek having been a 
patient at the hospital for five months.
Decedent was born July 4, 1842 and came here in 1867, having resided here ever 
since. He is survived by his widow and three children, Gustave, Emil and Mrs. 
August Eberhardt.
The funeral will be held, Thursday afternoon at 1:15 from the home and 2 o’clock 
from the M.E. church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Volume 19, Manitowoc, Wis., Tuesday, February 13, 1917, 
No. 98, Page 8

Gestorben—In der Nacht von Montag auf Dienstag, starb in seinem Heim an der Süd 10. 
Straße, Herr William Uek an Alters schwäche. Der Verstorbene, der vor 74 Jahren in 
Deutschland geboren wurde, kam als junger Mann nach Amerika sich in Manitowoc 
niederlassend, wo er später mit seinen Söhnen ein Ledergeschäft etablirte, und 
welches von seinem Sohne Gustav weitergeührt wird. Er hinterläßt seine betagte 
Gattin, zwei Söhne und eine Tochter.—Die Wahrheit, No. 1080, Manitowoc, Dienstag 
den 13. Februar 1917, 20. Jahrgang
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(all sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
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(b. 4. Juli 1843-d. 12. Februar 1917)


WILHELMINA UEK

Wilhelmine Maria Sophie Uek geb. Lindemann (b. 11. Jun. 1840—d. 16. Oktober 1917)

DEATH CLAIMS WELL KNOWN CITY RESIDENT
Mrs. William Uek, a Pioneer, Passes Away at Age of 77—Mrs. William Uek, 
one of the city’s well known residents, a pioneer settler, died at her home,
1618 South 17th Street this morning, aged 77 years. Mrs. Uek’s husband died a 
year ago. Mrs. Uek was born in Germany June 11, 1840, and came to Manitowoc 
more than fifty years ago. She is survived by three children—Gustave, Emil 
and Mrs. August Eberhardt, all of this city. The funeral will be held at the 
German M.E. Church Thursday at 1:15.
The Manitowoc Daily Herald pages 8, Tuesday October 16, 1917, Vol. 19, N0. 303

Gestorben—Am Dienstag Morgen um 1 Uhr erlag Frau W. Uek nach längerem Kranklein 
der Altersschwäche. Frau Uek, geborene Lindemann, erblickte in Deutschland am 
11. Juni 1840 das Licht der Welt. Sie vermählte sich dort vor 51 Jahren mit 
Hernn Wilhelm Uek, mit welchen sie vor 50 Jahren nach Amerika kam und sei der 
Zeit in Manitowoc wohnhaft gewesen ist. Ihr Gatte ging ihr vor mehreren Monaten 
im Tode voraus. Sie hinterläßt zwei Söhne, Emil und Gustav Uek und eine Tochter 
Frau August Eberhardt, sowie zehn Enkel, sämmilich hier wohnhaft. Auch wird sie 
von einem Bruder, Herrn Hermann Lindemann dahier überlebt. Die Beerdigung fand 
heute Nachmittag von der Deutschen Methodisten Kirche aus statt—Manitowoc Post, 
Jahrgang 37, Donnerstag, den 18 Oktober 1917, No. 22 

On Tuesday morning at 1 o’clock Mrs. W. Uek succumbed after a long sickness of old age.  
Mrs. Uek, born Lindemann, caught sight of the light of the world in Germany on the 
11th of June 1840.  Fifty one years ago, she married Mr. Wilhelm Uek there, with whom 
she came to America 50 years ago and since that time has been a resident of Manitowoc.  
Her spouse preceded her in death several months before.  She left behind two sons, 
Emil and Gustav Uek and a daughter, Mrs. August Eberhardt, as well as ten grandchildren, 
who are all residents here.  She is also survived by a brother, Mr. Hermann Lindemann 
of here.  The burial took place this afternoon starting at the German Methodist Church
—Interpretation by Emilie B. Lindemann

Gestorben—Gestern Abend starb in ihrem Heim nach längerem Leiden Frau Wilhelmine 
Uek, Wittwe des verstorbene Wm. Uek, im Alter von 77 Jahren. Die Verstorbene 
wurde in Pommern, Deutschland geboren, und kam vor vielen Jahren nach Amerika. 
Sich hier niiderlassend. Sie hinterläßt zwei Söhne und eine Tochter. Die 
Beerdingung sindet am Donnerstag Nachmittag am 1:30 Uhr von der Deutschen 
Methodisteukirche aus statt.—Die Wahrheit, 16 October 1917

Mrs. Wilhelmine Uek, wife of the deceased Wm. Uek, died in her home yesterday evening 
after lengthy suffering at the age of 77.  The deceased was born in Pommern, Germany, 
and came to America many years ago.  She established herself here.  She left behind 
two sons and one daughter.  The burial takes place on Thursday afternoon at 1:30 pm 
at the German Methodist Church.—Interpretation by Emilie B. Lindemann

(Researcher’s note: Wilhelm and Wilhelmine Ueck/Uek emmigrated from the Port 
of Hamburg on ship Gutenburg, on 16 Sep. 1868, residence was Hoff, Pommern, 
Preussen. They landed at New York, USA on 26 Oct. 1868—a 40 day sea voyage. 
Wilhelmine was the daughter of Martin Lindemann and Friederike Fährmann and 
born in Nitznow, Kirche Karnitz, Kr. Greifenberg, Bez. Stettin, Pommern, 
Preussen—She was the brother of Hermann Lindemann of Manitowoc.
While the UEK gravestone is burgundy granite, and the birthdate or 
"1845" is literally written in stone. But this be not the case, she married 
Wilhelm Uek, who was about three years her junior. My source for her birthdate 
was "Kirchenbukduplikat Karnitz" held in the Staatsarchiv Greifswald, DDR (to 
day Bundesrepublik Deutschland) I have a certified copy from them.)
(all sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
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(b. 11. Jun. 1840-d. 16. Oktober 1917)


ANNA UHLIR

Infirmities of old age caused the death Friday of Mrs. Anna Uhlir, 
who resided with her husband on North Tenth street. Deceased was a 
native of Bohemia, born in 1830 and came with her husband to America 
in 1866. Nine years she had been a resident of this city. Three 
children, two sons, Anton and Joseph and one daughter, Mrs. Anna 
Podhola, survive. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon from 
the late home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, May 31, 1902, Page 1
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From Der Nord Westen, 05 June 1902:
Death on Fri. of 72-yr. old North Main St. resident Mrs. Anna Uhlir.
She came to America from Bohemia in 1866 and for the past 9 yrs. has 
been a resident of our city. She is survived by 3 children. Her 
funeral was Monday.
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[cause: old age]


ARCHIE UHLIR

From Der Nord Westen, 05 Sep. 1901:
Death Tues. of an 8-yr. old son of Anton Uhlir 
here of diphtheria. The funeral was held Wed.
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[cause: diptheria]


WILHELMINE ULRICH

From Der Nord Westen, 09 Dec. 1909: 
The body of Mrs. Charles Ulrich, a former resident of Manitowoc who died in
Sheboygan at age 64, was brought here and buried Saturday in the city cemetery.


BERTHA UMNUS

Mrs. Gustave Umnus, 75, lifelong resident of the city, died this noon 
at the home, 1405 South 13th street. She had been in failing health 
four months.
Funeral arrangements will be announced Monday.
Mrs. Umnus, nee Bertha Leise, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. August 
Heise, Sr., was born in this city in 1865. She was married to Mrs. Umnus 
in 1895. Mr. and Mrs. Umnus made their home here ever since.
Survivors are the widower; three sons, Hugo, Herbert and Paul, all of 
this city; brother, August Heise, of this city; sister, Mrs. Fred 
Brochmann, of St. Paul.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, April 27, 1940 P. 4
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[d. 04-27-1940/age 75 yrs./cause: generalized carcinoma/
bur. on Gust Umnus lot]


WENZEL C. URBANEK

Funeral services for W.C. Urbanek, 73, retired Manitowoc furniture dealer 
and a resident here for over 50 years, who died Friday night, took place 
this morning. Following brief services at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home, final rites took place at the Sacred Heart church at 9 o'clock, 
the Rev. Louis Schorn officiating.
Pallbearers were J. A. Rummele, Frank Hoffman, William C. Raetz, Harlan Ott 
and Frank Jansky of this city and F.C. Rowekamp of Milwaukee. Burial was in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Urbanek retired from active business two years ago. He is survived by 
his widow, the former Mary Preuss, who he married in 1900, a son and two 
daughters.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, October 27, 1941 P. 2
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[d. 10-24-1941/age 73 yrs./cause: chronic nephritis/bur. on Herman Preuss lot]