ANNA (KELLNER) WILLIAMS SIGHS OF DEATH Whisper Earthly Farewell of Manitowoc County Pioneers Funeral sighs of death whispered a farewell to earth for Mrs. Anna Williams at 6 o’clock this morning when she passed away after an illness of three days. The announcement was a painful surprise to friends of the kindly woman whose 52 years’ residence in the city had made her widely known. Mrs. Williams had been in poor health for three months but was only obliged to take to her bed three days ago. Anna Kellner was a native of Bohemia and was born 74 years ago. Early in life she came to Manitowoc county and since the death of her husband, which occurred in Texas in 1861, she had been a continuous resident here. She was a woman of capable executive ability and gave personal attention to the management of her business interests which were extensive. She was possessed of that cardinal virtue, charity and her benefactions, although conducted unostentatiously were many and kind and will be a monument to her memory for all times. Although childless, Mrs. Williams was surrounded by that care and attention borne of the love of a mother which she bestowed upon the adopted son and daughter, Joseph and Mildred. By her friends, countless in number, deceased was held in highest esteem as a woman of sterling character and justice loving. Her death will arouse sincere regret to all who enjoyed her acquaintance and came within the influence of her life. Relatives surviving are two sisters and two brothers, Mrs. Frances Chloupek, Seattle, Wash., Mrs. Julia Hess, Burlington, Ia., Leopold Kellner, New Denmark, and John Kellner of this city. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, February 17, 1902, Page 1 ********* From Der Nord Westen, 20 Feb. 1902: Death Mon. morning of Mrs. Anna Williams after an illness of only a few days. She was a long-time and well thought of resident of our city. Mrs. Williams, nee Kellner, was born 74 yrs. ago in Bohemia and came to Manitowoc in her youth. Here she married Mr. Williams, who died in Texas in 1851. The young widow never remarried but continued to reside here. With her energy and enterprise she built the “Hotel Williams” in the late 60’s which she operated herself and for the last two years the splendid Williams Block on the corner of Jay and 8th Streets. There were no children to her marriage but she adopted a nephew, Joseph Williams and a niece, Mildred Williams. In addition to these adopted children, she is survived by 2 brothers, 2 sisters and many other relatives. The flags were flown at half-mast at Williams House, the Williams Block, as well as the Victoria Hotel in her memory. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon. ********* [cause: apoplexy]
JACOB WILLIAMS FULL MILITARY HONORS TO BE GIVEN VETERAN Williams Funeral Will Be Held On Friday At St. James Here Full military rites will be accorded Jacob Williams, 92, last surviving Civil War veteran here who was killed in an auto accident west of Valders Tuesday afternoon, when services are held at the St. James Episcopal church here Friday afternoon. All military organizations in the city along with the Womans (sic) Relief corps will participate. Rev. W. F. Hood will preach the funeral sermon at services at 2 p.m. The remains will be borne to the last resting place in Evergreen cemetery on a special flag bedecked military caisson, drawn by four horses, which will be brought here from Green Bay. Drummers with muffled drums, recruited from the high school band, will lead the military cortege from the church to the cemetery and a military salute will be fired at the grave by a squad from Company E Wisconsin National Guard. In addition to Company E there will be delegations in the procession from the Spanish American War veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion posts and the Women’s Relief Corps. Pall bearers will be from the Legion, Spanish War Veterans and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Frank Braun, who by the death of Mr. Williams is the last surviving member of the old H. M. Walker Post of the Grand Army of the Republic, will not be able to attend the funeral of his comrade. He is in poor health and unable to leave his home on Route 5. The body was removed to the Williams home on North Tenth street late today from the Shimek and Schwartz Funeral home, and may be viewed there until in a.m. on Friday, when the Women’s Relief Corps will hold brief services and the body will be brought to the St. James church where it will lie in state until 2 p.m., the hour of the services. The closest relative of Jacob Williams is a niece, Miss Jean Johnsrud, who made her home with him. Captain Arthur Dow, driver of the car in which Mr. Williams was a passenger and which overturned pinning the latter under it and causing his death, was reported today to be recovering from the nervous shock which he suffered. Manitowoc Herald-Times, November 2, 1932, pg 1 ********* HOLD FUNERAL FOR WILLIAMS Military Rites Are Conducted Here Today Full military rites were accorded Jacob Williams, the city's last surviving Civil War veteran, in services held this afternoon at the St. James church. Military organizations of the city, including the Woman's Relief Corps, attended. The remains were conveyed from the church to Evergreen cemetery in a special flag draped caisson brought here from Green Bay. Rev. W.F. Hood officiated at the services. Honorary pallbearers were Ariel Brandt and Adolph Cisler from the the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Major Walter Abel and T.C. Eckhart of the American Legion and William F. Ohde and Capt. William Able of the Spanish American war veterans. Jacob Williams was killed on Tuesday afternoon when he was crushed under a car when it overturned west of Valders. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 4, 1932 P. 2 ********* [bur. 11-4-1932/age 92 yrs/cause: skull fracture automobile accident]
SAMUEL WILLIAMS From the Manitowoc Herald, 29 Aug 1861: Samuel Williams, owner of the Williams House died. Extensive bio is included.
EVELYN WILLIAMSON From Der Nord Westen, 13 Aug. 1896: Death on Sun. of the 4-mo. old child of Wm. Williamson. The burial took place Mon. at the city cemetery. ********* [Burial register has Evlan Williamson, female, 3m 3d, born in Manitowoc, cause of death: cholera infantum]
OTTO WILLIAMSON (A. Williamson in entry) Otto Williamson, an old and well-known resident of the town of Two Creeks was buried in Manitowoc last Sunday. The Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tuesday April 6, 1886
FRANK WILLIS From Der Nord Westen, 23 Jan. 1908: Death in St. Mary's Hospital here yesterday morning, after a long illness, of Frank Wills(sic). As a baby he was saved from the steamship "Niagara" when it burned near Sheboygan. Both his parents were lost along with most of the other passengers, and no one knew who he was so he was given a new name, that of Frank Wills. He lived here for many years but for the last three was a patient in the above named hospital at city expense. The deceased must have been over 60 years old.
ANNA MONA WILLOTT From Der Nord Westen, 10 Sept. 1908: Death here Sunday morning of Mrs. Joseph Willott, Sr., from old age debility. She had retired Saturday evening and while still asleep her life slipped away Sunday morning. Mrs. Willott was born in England 80 years ago, came to America with her family in 1867 and had been a resident of our city since 1872. In addition to her sorrowing husband she is survived by 3 sons, 3 daughters, 20 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon.
IDA WILLOTT Bring Body of Mrs. Willott Here The funeral of Mrs. S. Willott will be held tomorrow afternoon with services at the home at Two Rivers at 2 o'clock and burial will be made at Evergreen in this city. The trip will be made by motor, the funeral cortege moving directly from the home to Evergreen. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, July 12, 1923 P. 4 ******** [bur 07-13-1923/cause: coma/bur on Joseph Willott lot]
JOSEPH R. WILLOTT Joseph R. Willott, 81, of 410 State St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at home after a three years illness. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. D.L. Krembs officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Willott was born Oct. 23, 1879, at Manitowoc, son of the late William and Agnes McGavin Willott. He was educated at Manitowoc public schools. For nearly 40 years he was a first engineer with the Goodrich Transit Co. on Great Lakes Ships, working on the Alabama, Carolina and City of Grand Rapids. He married Katherine Nemacheck in 1913 at Chicago and they lived there a short while before moving to Manitowoc. In 1940 he was employed as an engineer at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., retiring in 1955. Mr. Willott was a member of the Holy Name Society of Sacred Heart parish and of the Knights of Columbus, Manitowoc Council 710. Survivors include his wife; a son, George of Sunland, Calif.; a daugther, Mrs. Victor Bohacek of Manitowoc, and seven grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday. The Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Sunday by the Holy Name Society of the Daughters of Isabella and at 7:30 p.m. by the Knights of Columbus. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 16, 1960 P. 9 ********** [Joseph Robert/d. 12-16-1960/age 81 yrs.]
EDWARD WILLS Edward Wills who has been at Maple Crest the past eight months, spent the week with his family. Ed is improving rapidly and will soon be able to leave the sanatorium. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, Mar. 20, 1916 P.4 *********** Mrs. Edward Wills was a visitor at Maple Crest sanatorium on Wednesday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, Jan. 4, 1918 P.4 *********** DEATH BRINGS RELEIF FROM LONG ILLNESS Edwards Wills, Pa????? ?? Maple Crest for ????? is Dead Death came as a ????? lease to Edward Wills ???? sanatorium Sunday, after ??? ??nating an illness of ?????. Wills entered the sanatorium July 27, 1915, and ??? there since. His ???? ???? time had given no ????? ???? is a shock to family ????. Mr. Wills was ??? ???? ???? ???ing been born Sept. ????. ??? he was employed as ??? ???? at the plant of the ???? ???? building company ???? ???? him to give up his ????? family he resigned ???? of the city. (The rest is unreadable because of big ink smudge) Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, Feb. 4, 1918 P.1 ********* [bur. 02-06-1918/cause: tuberculosis/bur. on Mrs. Kate Wills lot]
HANNAH L. WILLS Mrs. Hannah Wills, one of the early-day settlers of Manitowoc county, having resided here since 1850, died at her home 1201 New York avenue, Saturday, death being due to infirmities of age. Mrs. Wills had been in failing health for some time. Decedent was a native of St. Steven, New Brunswick, and was born Jan. 1, 1830, being 86 years of age at her death. She came to Manitowoc county in 1850 and in 1851 was married to Henry Wills and the couple resided on a farm at Brown's Corners for many years. Twenty years ago Mrs. Wills removed to the city where she has since resided. Mrs. Wills is survived by three sons, J.H. Wills of Chaffee, N.D.; J.C. Wills of Oregon and Edward Wills at Rapids, this county. Seventeen grandchildren and eight great grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held from the late home Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Friends are reqeusted to omit flowers. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 13, 1916 P.1 ********* RAPIDS NEWS: Howard Wills of Oconto came home Tuesday to attend the funeral of his grandmother, the late Mrs. Henry Wills. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 20, 1916 P.4 ********* [bur. 03-14-1916/cause: arterio schlerosis/bur. on Henry Wills lot]
HENRY WILLS From Der Nord Westen, 08 June 1905: Death Thurs. following a short illness of Henry Wills, a well-known resident of our city. The deceased, who was 82, leaves his sorrowing widow and several children. ******* [cause: cirrhosis of the liver] ******* Proceedings of the...Annual Meeting of the State Historical...State Historical Society of Wisconsin. Meeting, Volume 53", Barbard College Library, 1906, Page 53 Henry Wills. Born at Pelham, Canada, in 1824. Came to Wisconsin in 1847. Died at Manitowoc June 1, 1905.
CAROLINA WILMS OLD RESIDENT OF COUNTY IS DEAD, AGED 85 Mrs. Carolina Wilms Passes Away at Home of Her Daughter Mrs. Carolina Wilms, an aged pioneer resident of the county died at the home of her daughter Mrs. Charles Seibert yesterday at the advanced age of 85. Mrs. Wilms, who had resided here more than half a century had been a widow for thirteen years. One son and four daughters survive her, being William Wilms, Rapids, Mrs. Herny Mill, of Kossuth, Mrs. Seibert, Franklin, Mrs. Henry Crowl, Chicago, Mrs. William Schmidt, Mischicot. Ninteen (sic) grandchildren and three great grand children also survive. The funeral will be held from the home of Wm. Wilms Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 30, 1916 P.8 ******** [bur. 4-1-1916/cause: debility/bur. on Mrs. FW Wilms lot] ******** Miss Rose Mull, who was here for the funeral of her grandmother, the late Mrs. Wilms, returned to Milwaukee today. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, April 3, 1916 P.6 ******** (No. 22. 1st publication Apr. 6, 1916.) Notice to Prove Will and Notice to creditors. STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT MANITOWOC COUNTY- IN PROBATE. In re estate of Carolina Wilms, deceased. Notice is hereby given, That at the regular term of said court to be held on the first Tuesday, (being the 2nd day) of May, A.D., 1916, at the court house in the city of Manitwooc, county of Manitowoc, and state of Wisconsin, there will be heard and considered the application of William Wilms, to admit to probate the last will and testament of Carolina Wilms, late of the town of Manitowoc Rapids, in said county, deceased, and for the appointment of an executor for, administrator with will annexed; Notice is hereby further given, That at the Special term of said court to be held at said court housse (sic), on the sec- (sic) of August, A.D., 1916, there will be heard, considered and adjusted, all claims against said Carolina Wilms, deceased; And notice is hereby further given, That all such 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 6th day of August, A.D., 1916, or be barred. Dated April 5, 1916. By the court, John Chloupek, County Judge. Kelley & Ledvina, attorneys. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, April 6, 1916 P.5
FRIEDRICH W. WILMS Death sounded the last bugle call for F.W. Wilms, a veteran of the civil war, Tuesday, his demise occurring at the home at Four Corners and the result of a protracted illness. Mr. Wilms had been a resident here for many years and was well known throughout the county. During the war he served with Co. D., Third Wis. Inf., and was a member of Horace M. Walker post, G.A.R., of this city. The funeral will be held Sunday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, December 03, 1902, Page 1 ********** From Der Nord Westen, 04 Dec. 1902 Death Tues., following a long illness, of F.W. Wilms, a well-known resident of our county for many years. During the war the deceased served with Company D of the 3rd Wisconsin Infantry Regiment and for many years has suffered from the severe wounds he received and the strains he underwent. He is survived by his sorrowing widow and several children. The funeral will take place Sun. from his residence at Four Corners, and the local G.A.R. Post, to which Wilms belonged, will give the old Union Veteran his last escort. ******** [cause: rheumatism]
CAROLINA WILSING From Der Nord Westen, 11 Sep. 1902 (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 09 Sep.) Old Mrs. H. Wilsing, who resides a few miles from here, died Sun. and is being buried today in the Manitowoc Cemetery. She was 73 and leaves several married sons and daughters.
JACOB WILTGEN From Der Nord Westen, 03 Sept. 1908: The body of Jacob Wiltgen from here, a man who lost his life in the sinking of the barge “Baldwin”, was brought here Monday and buried in the city cemetery. The body had been found by fisherman on the beach near Sturgeon Bay. Despite wearing a cork life-jacket, the man had died. Wiltgen leaves a widow living here, a brother in Two Rivers, and another brother in Port Washington. [bur. 08-29-1908/cause: drowning]
LOUISE WILTGEN Mrs. Jacob Wiltgen, 65, of 721 Green street, lifelong resident of city and county, died this morning at the Holy Family hospital of a heart ailment. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. A.C. Fischer officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Mrs. Wiltgen, nee Louise Schmidt, was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 1880 and 44 years ago was married to Mr. Wiltgen. He died 38 years ago. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Reuben Krueger of route 1, Valders; two brothers, Fred of North Fond du Lac and Walter of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Minnie Ladwig and Mrs. Herbert Koepke of this city; and two grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Sunday noon until the hour of the services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, February, 8, 1946 P.2 ******* [d. 02-08-1946/age 65 yrs.]
FRANK WILTMAN Frank Wiltman Sr., 70, of Rt. 3, Denmark, died Sunday at home. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dale Tutjie will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Wiltman was born Feb. 8, 1903, at Kewaunee, son of the late Cyril and Anna Fictum Wiltman. He married Rose M. Wacek Sept. 14, 1926, at Manitowoc, living in the city for two and a half years and then farming until retiring in 1969. His wife preceded him in death in April, 1971. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Two children preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, State Street entrance. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. June 4, 1973 ******** [d. 06-03-1973 at Denmark WI/age 70 yrs.] (08 Feb 1903/Jun 1973/SSDI)
ROSE M. WILTMAN Mrs. Frank Wiltman, 66, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitwooc. Mrs. Wiltman, nee Rose M. Wacek, was born May 13, 1904, in the Town of Franklin, Kewaunee County, daughter of the late Joseph and Antoinette Valenta Wacek. She was married to Frank Wiltman Sept. 14, 1926, at Manitowoc. The couple resided at Manitowoc for 2 1/2 years and then farmed until retirement in 1969. Survivors include her husband; a son, Frank Jr., of Rt. 3, Denmark; a brother, Edward, of Denmark; three sisters, Mrs. Frank Streeter of Ventura, Calif., Mrs. William Lukes of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Frank Knadle of Manitowoc and four grandchildren. Two children preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Sunday until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 9, 1971 ********* [d. 04-08-1971/age 66 yrs./wife of Frank Wiltman]
CHARLES WIMPF Der Nord Westen, September 20, 1888: Death of 61 yr. old Carl Wimpf Tues. morning in the home of his son-in-law Henry Hinrichs. The funeral was this afternoon. ******** [cause: apoplexy of the heart] Sent in by the Manitowoc County Civil War Roundtable
CORNELIA E. WINDIATE DEATH COMES TO MRS. T. WINDIATE, PIONEER RESIDENT Death Sudden and Shock to Friends, Mrs. Windiate Having Been Witness in Court on Tuesday. Here 60 Years Stricken late yesterday, Mrs. Cornelia W. Windiate, widow of the late Thomas Windiate, and one of the pioneer women of the city, survived but a few hours, death coming to her at an early hour this morning. Though Mrs. Windiate suffered a severe illness last winter while visiting in the South and had never fully recovered, she was up and about up to within a short time of her death, the announcement of which will be a great shock to friends. Mrs. Windiate was down town Tuesday when she appeared as a witness in circuit court in a case in which she was interested. She returned home late in the day and suffered an attack of illness but had apparently recovered yesterday and spent the day with her daughter, Mrs. Payne of Oil City, who was visiting here. Last evening she was again taken ill and was under care of a physician and early this morning passed away. For sixty years Mrs. Windiate had been a resident of this city. She was born at Trout River, near Malone, N.Y. Dec. 19, 1835 and was married to Mr. Windiate at Pontiac, Mich., Nov. 13, 1851. The couple removed here and Mrs. Windiate had since made her residence in the city. Mr. Windiate was for a long term of years proprietor of the Windiate House, in early days the leading hotel of the city. Mr. Windiate died six years ago. Mrs. Windiate was a life-long member of the Episcopal church and up to the time of her death took an active interest in the church in which her son, Thomas Windiate, is arch-deacon at Nashville, Tenn. Five children survive Mrs. Windiate, being Ida E. Markham, Belle Nyhagen, this city; Rev. Thomas Windiate, Nashville, Tenn.; Burt W. Windiate, Chicago and Mrs. Cornelia Payne of Oil City, Pa. One brother, George Wallis, of Los Angeles, and a sister, Augusta Clark of Los Angeles also survive. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 20, 1917, Page 1 ******** [bur. 04-23-1917/cause: acute myocarditis/bur.on Thomas Windiate lot]
ISABEL WINDIATE From the Manitowoc Herald, 29 Sep 1859: Isabel Windiate died, the daughter Thomas and Cornelia E. Windiate. ******* On the 28th inst., Isabel, infant daughter of Thomas and Cornelia E. Windiate, age 10 months and 28 days. The Manitowoc Pilot, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, September 30, 1859 P. 3
THOMAS WINDIATE (d. 1911) DEATH ENDS LONG LIFE OF T. WINDIATE One of City's Oldest Pioneers summoned to His Final Rest. LAST CHARTER MEMBER OF MASONS Thomas Windiate one of the oldest pioneers settlers of Manitowoc city and county, the only surviving charter member of the Masonic lodge in this city and a man who was identified more prominently with early day business and commercial life of Manitowoc than perhaps any other, died at 4 o'clock this morning at the family home 834 N. Eighth street. Mr. Windiate who was 84 years of age had been in failing health for more than a year and for several months past had been confined to his home. However despite his illness and advanced age, Mr. Windiate retained his faculties up to the very close of his life. Mr. Windiate who had been a resident of Manitowoc for fifty-six years was a native of England born at Sherborne, St. John Hampshire on January 16, 1827. He came to the Country with his parents when nine years old occupying the customary time of those days six weeks in crossing. The family settled at Pontiac, Mich and was an unuaually large one, numbering twenty children. When quite young he married Cornelia Elizabeth Wallis and they together removed to Manitowoc in the year 1855. Mr. Windiate bought the old National Hotel then located just east of the present Windiate Hotel, and later he erected during the War, the hostelry so well known for many years as the Windiate House and which entertained many leading men of the country as guests, and where stopped, in the early days, many of the leading citizens of the city, long since passed away. He began a number of the leading businesses of the city. He build (sic) for the Government the original harbor piers. He also built the North Side High School building and was engaged in the ship building business and constructed many prominent boats launched between the years 1879 and 1880 among them the David Vance which was the first to make the trip from Lake Michigan to Europe, the Cornelia B. Windiate, one of the noted wrecks that went down on Lake Michigan with all on board and no trace of her was ever found. He conducted the leading express and stage lines entering Manitowoc before the construction of the railroad, and was the leading spirit that obtained the location of the original dry docks and elevator at Manitowoc, and helped procure the first railroad, and was engaged in no less than five or six lines of business at the same time. He was the only living charter member of the Masonic Lodge of Manitowoc, and was a great lover of his family and home. He was an original character and a self-made man, sturdy, honest, modest and retiring and with all the prominent parts he took in building the city and county, it is rather remarkable that he never held nor convassed for an office. He was original in his sayings, and some of his expressions have become by-words among his friends. Mr. Windaite continued the management of the Windiate Hotel on York street for a long term of years and up to within a comparatively short time ago, he made his home there, removing to a private residence only when forced to do so by ill health. He was a familiar figure about the city and was perhaps one of the best known residents of the county by reason of his long residence and his prominence in early days. The death of Mr. Windiate takes a man who, perhaps more than any other individual, contributed to the early developmentand growth of the city and gave to Manitowoc the foundation upon which its future was builded. His connection with varied industries and commercial enterprises of early days made him an important part of the city's life in those days and appreciated. Mr. Windiate was known throughout the city and was esteemed by a large circle of acquaintances. His widow and five children survive him, Mrs. Herbert L. Markham, Rev. Archdeacon Thomas D. Windiate of Tennessee, Mrs. Hnery Paine of Oil City, Pa., Mrs. Gustav A. Nyhagen and Mr. Burt Wallis Windiate. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, April 25, 1911 P.1 ******** [cause: exhaustion]
GURI WINDINGSTAD From the Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday Dec. 21, 1905: At an early hour last Friday morning, Mrs. Nels Windingstad passed away at the family home on North Ninth street, after an illness of more than a half year's duration. About four months ago Mrs. Windingstad underwent an operation, after she had been suffering for some time; but the operation did not benefit her, and her suffering continued until death came to her relief. Born in Norway in 1853, the decedent came to America when twenty-one years old, locating at Branch, where shortly after her arrival, she was united in marriage to Nels Windingstad, present foreman at the Smalley Manufacturing company's plant. The maiden name of the deceased was Miss Guri Johnsrud. In 1881 the couple came to this city, where they have since resided continuously. Mrs. Windingstad leaves a husband and three children to mourn her untimely summons from earth. The children are: Mrs. John G. Kelley and Misses Hannah and Georgia. Three brothers in Minnesota, one sister, Mrs. Strande of Branch, and one sister in Norway also survive. Mrs. Windingstad's departure will be deeply regretted by a large circle of friends. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the home and later from St. Paul's Norwegian Lutheran church. ********** From Der Nord Westen, 21 Dec. 1905: Mrs. Nels Windingsted died Fri. morning following a long and difficult illness. The deceased, who was born 52 yrs. ago in Norway, came to America in 1873 and was married that same year in Jerpen to Mr. Windingsted. About 24 yrs. ago the family moved to Manitowoc. Mrs. Windingsted leaves her husband and 3 children. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon.
FRIEDRICH WINKE From Der Nord Westen, 04 Mar. 1897: Death in Manitowoc Rapids on Sat.(28 Feb.) of 74 yr. old Ferdinand Winke following a stroke. He leaves 6 children and was buried in the local city cemetery yesterday. (Note: Apparently Friedrich and Ferdinand are the same person.)
MINNE WINKE / WIENKE From Der Nord Westen, 18 Jan. 1900: Death Thurs. in Town Manitowoc Rapids of 65-yr. old Mrs. Minna Wienke from debility. She is survived by 7 grown children. The funeral was held Sat. afternoon in the local city cemetery.
HENRY WINKELMAN HEART ATTACK CAUSES DEATH Henry Winkelman Collapses On Sofa In His Home Henry Winkelman, 70, operator of a tavern and dance hall at Silver Lake for many years, died suddenly of a heart attack early Sunday evening at his home, 711 South 23rd street. He collapsed and died on a sofa before a physician could be summoned. Funeral Wednesday Mr. Winkelman, who has been living a retired life in the city the past few years, suffered a slight stroke last July. He partially recovered and was able to be about the house. Sunday he was up as usual and after partaking of an early Sunday evening meal sat down in the living room. His wife noticed his labored breathing and went to his assistance. Before she could summon a doctor Mr. Winkelman died. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and at 2 p.m. from the First Reformed church. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery. The deceased was born in the town of Rapids in 1865. He was married 49 years ago to Miss Bertha Knutson and they moved to Wausau where he was employed for six years in a mill. Returning to Manitowoc, Mr. Winkelman opened a tavern at 10th and Jay streets which he conducted for six years. Built Silver Lake Resort Mr. Winkelman then built the resort and dance hall at Silver Lake, four miles west of the city, which he conducted for more than 25 years. He sold out to his son Fred and assisted the latter for eight years until the Winkelmans sold out three years ago. Since then the deceased has been living a retired life in the city. He was a member of the Eagles lodge. Survivors are the widow; a son Fred, city; a sister, Mrs. Gusta Birdman, Milwaukee; and three grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from tonight until the time of the funeral. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 21, 1935 P. 2 ******** [bur. 10-23-1935/age 70 yrs./cause: coronary embolism/ bur. on Charles F. Schmidt lot]
CAROLINA WINKELMANN From Der Nord Westen, 05 July 1888: Death of Carolina Winkelmann on Sun., 01 July. The funeral took place Wednesday. ******** [Carolina [Minna] Winkelmann/bur. 07-03-1888/age 25 yrs/cause: Cholera morbus]
ETTA WINKELMANN From Der Nord Westen, 14 Feb. 1895: On Mon. morning Etta Winkelmann, eldest daughter of Gustav Winkelmann, died of diphtheria. The funeral took place Tues. afternoon. Mr. Winkelmann's other child is not ill with the disease as we erroneously reported in our last issue.
GEORGE WINKELMANN From Der Nord Westen, 07 Feb. 1895: Death on Wed. morning of diphtheria of 6 yr. old Georg Winkelmann, son of Gustav Winkelmann. Two other children remain seriously ill with the same disease. The funeral will take place Fri. afternoon.
GUSTAVE WINKELMANN GUS WINKLEMANN OLD RSIDENT, IS CALLED TO REST Gustave Winklemann, many years a resident of the city, died at his home on Twentieth street this morning, his demise following an illness of several months. Mr. Winklemann had been unable to be about for some time and for several weeks had been failing fast. Decedent is survived by his wife, four daughters and two sons, two of the daughters and the two sons residing here. Two brothers, Henry Winklemann, at Silver Lake and Fred Winklemann of North Dakota, and three sisters, Mrs. George Lambries, this city; Mrs. Otto Ebbe and Mrs. Burdman of Milwaukee also survive. The funeral will be held Saturday from the home at 1:30 and from the Reformed church at 2 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. January 12, 1921 P. 1 ******* [bur 01-15-1921/cause: general paralysis]
HATTIE WINKELMANN From Der Nord Westen, 31 July: Death of 24 yr. old Mrs. Hattie Winkelmann in the 5th Ward after a long illness (no date is given). The deceased, who was the wife of Fritz Winkelmann, will be buried this afternoon in the city cemetery.
ALBERT WINTER From Der Nord Westen, 14 Feb. 1907: Albert Winter, a well-known resident of our city, died Monday at age 63 from cancer. He leaves a widow and 4 children. The funeral will be this afternoon. [cause: cancer of the stomach]
JULIUS J. WINTER Julius J. Winter, 81, of 819 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, died after a brief illness at Manitowoc County Hospital Wednesday afternoon. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First Reformed Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Cruis?s will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Winter was born in the Town of Gibson, Oct. 8, 1877, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Gottlieb Winter. He married Mary Langenkamp at Zander on June of 1903, and the couple farmed a year in the area before moving to Manitowoc in the city. Mr. Winter was employed by the Sam Randolph Warehouse and later by Guse Lumber Co. In succedding (sic) years he turned to gardening, always his hobby, and developed it into a business. He was a member of Manitowoc Eagles Aerie 706. Mrs. Winter died in 1950. Surviving are two sons, Clarence and Calvin of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Ernest Vogt of Manitowoc; a brother, William of Menominee, Mich.; a sister, Mrs. Clara Krueger of Milwaukee and four grandchildren. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Friday until 10:30 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state until the hour of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, December 11, 1958 P.27 ******** [d. 12-10-1958/age 81 yrs.] ******** This is probably Julius at a younger age. He would have been 39 in 1916. NEGLECT OF INJURY TO HAND MAY CAUSE MAN SERIOUS TROUBLE Julius Winters, West Side Man, at Hospital in Serious Condition from Blood Poisoning - Rusty Nail in Hand Neglect to properly care for an injury to his hand, resulting from a rusty nail which penetrated the flesh to a considerable depth, may cost Julius Winters, residing on South Sixteenth street, much trouble, if not his life. Blood poisoning has developed and Mr. Winters is a patient at the hospital his condition being reported serious. The accident happened Wednesday while Mr. Winters was at his work for the firm Randolph & Auermiller, contractors. In handling some freight Winters jammed his hand against a nail which penetrated into the flesh. Winters paid little heed to the injury and fellow workmen were not aware of any trouble until yesterday when Winters became seriously ill and had to be removed to the hospital. It was found by physicians that blood poisoning had developed and spread through the body and it was said today that the man's condition was critical. Winters is 39 years of age. He had been employed by Randolph & Auermiller for some time. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, April 29, 1916 P.7
MARY L. WINTER Mrs. Julius Winter, 75, of 819 South 16th street, lifelong resident of city and county, died Wednesday afternoon at the Holy Family hospital. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the First Reformed church, the Rev. A.C. Fischer officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. She was born Mary Langenkamp in Tisch Mills in 1875 and in 1902 was married to Mr. Winter. The following year they located in this city. Survivors are the husband; daughter, Mrs. Ernest Vogt of this city; two sons, Clarence of this city and Calvin of Appleton; mother, Mrs. Lydia Langenkamp of Milwaukee; two brothers, Joseph and Edward of this city; three sisters, Mrs. Anna Kutil of this city and Mrs. Louis Pawlitzki and Mrs. Louis Geisler of Milwaukee; and three grandsons. Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after Friday noon. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Saturday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 11, 1950 P.2 ******** [d. 05-13-1950/age 75 yrs./bur. on Julius Winter lot]
NELLIE WINTER From Der Nord Westen, 27 July 1899: Death yesterday of a 4-mo. old child of Joseph Winter here. The funeral will take place this afternoon at the city cemetery.
ROBIN WINTER From Der Nord Westen, 08 June 1899: Death Thurs. of a 5-mo. old son of Joseph Winters here. (From the cemetery office: The burial register lists Robin Winter, male, age 5 months, born in Manitowoc, cause of death: wasted away. Robin & Nellie are buried on the same space. ********* Robin, the five-month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Winters, residing on Twentieth street, died yesterday. The child has been sickly since birth. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, June 2, 1899
LOUISA WIRTH From Der Nord Westen, 07 Jan. 1897: A heart attack took the life suddenly of Mrs. Louisa Wirth, wife of well-known Mathias Wirth, of Manitowoc. The deceased, who was 61, is survived by her husband and 2 grown children. She was buried yesterday in the city cemetery. ********* [cause: heart failure]
MARIE K. WIRTH cemetery #44 Mrs. Alfred Wirth, 72, of 906 Jay St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Wirth, nee Marie Spinker, was born Feb. 20, 1901, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and Kate Hrdina Spinker, She was married to Alfred Wirth Aug. 28, 1944, at Manitowoc. The couple always resided at Manitowoc. Mrs. Wirth was formerly employed at Aluminum Specialty for 26 years. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Her husband preceded her in death in 1967. A brother, John, also preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday until the hour of service. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. April 10, 1973 ********** [d. 04-19-1973/age 72 yrs./widow of Alfred P. Wirth] (20 Feb 1901/Apr 1973/SSDI)
MATHIAS WIRTH From Der Nord Westen, 24 Jan. 1901: Death in Chicago on Tues. of Mr. M. Wirth, a former resident of our city who is well known here. He was 77-yrs. 8-mos. old and died of heart illness. His body will be sent here on Thurs. and taken from the Northwestern Depot for burial. *********** From Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1901: Last week we briefly reported the death of our esteemed fellow citizen Mathias Wirth who had operated a gunsmith shop here for many years. Some years ago he sold his Franklin St. shop and went to be with his children living in Chicago. He died there 22 Jan. He leaves 2 children - Mr. August Wirth, with whose family he resided, and Miss Alma Wirth. During the Civil War he served with the 45th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment. He was a member of the Horace M. Walker Post of the G.A.R. This Post took his body, which had arrived Fri. noon at the Northwestern Station accompanied by his children and his son's wife, and conducted his funeral at the city cemetery attended by many mourners. *********** [cause: heart disease]
MINNIE WIRTH From Der Nord Westen, 04 Feb. 1892: Death in Chicago last Sun. morning of Miss Minnie Wirth, daughter of our former resident M. Wirth, who has lived in Chicago for several years. The deceased who was 29 yrs. of age, has been ill for several years and bedridden for the past few months. Her body was brought here and laid to rest Tues. afternoon in the city cemetery.
FREDERICK WIRTZ From Der Nord Westen, 23 Jan. 1902: Death yesterday morning of the 4-mo. old son of South 11th Street resident Ed. Wirtz following a short illness.
ALVINA WITT From Der Nord Westen, 20 Feb. 1896: Death Mon morning, after a long and difficult illness, of Mrs. Witte, wife of Northside resident Wilhelm Witte. The burial took place yesterday afternoon at the local city cemetery. ******** [Louisa Witt/bur. 02-17-1896/age 35 yrs./cause: cancer]
ANNE WITT Miss Anne Witt, 88, of 313 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Sunday morning at home. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Mittnacht Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Claude Leclair officiating. Burial will be in Evergeen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Miss Witt was born Oct. 28, 1879, at Kellnerville (sic), daughter of the late Anton and Anna Reindl Witt, and came to Manitowoc with her family in 1890. She attended St. Boniface Catholic School. She never married. She resided with a sister, Emma, for many years. She enjoyed a particular interest in sewing and was a member of the Rosary Society of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a charter member of the Catholic Womens' Club. Survivors include a brother, Emil, of Manitowoc, three sisters, Mrs. John J. Koehler and Miss Emma Witt, of Manitowoc and Mrs. E.J. Anderson, of Minneapolis, Minn., and six nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 o'clock this Monday by the Rosary Society and the Catholic Womens' Club. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 4, 1967 P.7 ******* [bur. on Anton Witt lot]
CHRIST WITT DEATH COMES TO C. WITT AFTER 2 YEARS ILLNESS Had Been Bed Ridden for Two Years, Result of Paralysis Christian Witt, long time resident of Manitowoc and brother of William Witt of Valders with whom he had made his home the past five years since the death of his sister, died there Saturday at the age of 70 years. Mr. Witt had been bedridden for two years and death came as a result of a stroke of paralysis he suffered on Thursday, following two previous strokes. Mr. Witt observed his 70th birthday anniversary just a week previous to his death. He is survived by one brother, William, and a niece, Mrs. H. Vogt, of this city. The funeral will be held from the undertaking parlors of C. & W. Frazier Tuesday afternoon at 3, Rev. Axtell officiating. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, February 28, 1916 P.1 ********* [cause: cerebral hemorrage/bur. on Christian Witt lot]
FRANK WITT FORMER LOCAL MAN DIES AT SEATTLE, WASH. News of Death of Frank Witt—Body to be Sent Here News has reached the city of the death of Frank Witt, a former Manitowoc man at Seattle, Wash., where he made his home. Mr. Witt died yesterday. It is probable that the body will be brought to this city for burial. Mr. Witt is survived by several brothers and sisters in this city, including Mrs. George Bean, Mrs. Joseph Gass, Mrs. H. Heydrich and Henry Witt. One sister at Chicago, Mrs. J. Bieling and a sister in New York, Mrs. J. Baron, also survive. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, March 02, 1918, Page 6 ******* [bur. 04-01-1918/cause: cancer of liver/bur. on Henry Symes lot]
WILHELM WITT, JR. FALL ON ICE WAS FATAL Paralysis Resulted and Death of William Witt Followed Paralysis that resulted from an injury to head which he suffered in a fall on a slippery walk caused the death of William Witt today. Decedent made his home with his brother, Henry Witt, on the Two Rivers road and last Wednesday while about the yard he fell on the ice and was severely injured, paralysis following. Mr. Witt was 38 years of age and for years had been a deaf mute, having been afflicted when a child. He was well known in the county and was a brother of Mrs. George Bean, of this city. The funeral will be held Friday from the home. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, December 23, 1902, Page 1 ********* From Der Nord Westen, 25 Dec. 1902: An accident occurred Wed. last week which ultimately led to the death of the victim. Wilhelm Witt, who was staying at his brother Henry Witt's residence on the road to Two Rivers, fell on the ice that day and sustained an injury leading to a stroke. The unfortunate 38 year old, who had lost his hearing in childhood, died on Tues. The funeral will take place Friday. ******** [William Witt/bur. 12-24-1902/cause: hemorrhage of the brain]
WILLIAM WITT (d. 1902) MORE THAN FOUR SCORE Herman Witt, Who Died Today, Was 81 Years of Age and a Pioneer Here More than four score years marked the span of life for Herman Witt, a pioneer resident of the county who died at the home of his son north of the city this morning. Decedent was 81 years of age and had lived here for nearly half a century and was well known among the older residents. He was a native of Germany and for years conducted a farm in the town of Manitowoc. One son is the sole surviving member of the family. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon from the home. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 11, 1902, Page 1 ********* From Der Nord Westen, 17 Apr. 1902: Death Fri. of Town Manitowoc resident Hermann Witt at the advanced age of 81. The deceased, who had come from Germany many years ago and was one of the oldest settlers of Town Manitowoc, is survived by one son. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon. ******** [William Witt/bur. 04-11-1902/cause: paralysis] (It's possible his name was William Hermann Witt and was called Herman but his given first name was put on the stone because this appears to be the same person)
WILLIAM WITT (d. 1920) WILLIAM WITT, PIONEER HOTEL MAN, SUCCUMBS Kept North House 37 Years; prominent in Civic Affairs Death came to William Witt, pioneer hotel man of the city on Sunday morning when he was suddenly stricken with paralysis at his home on N. Ninth street. Mr. Witt, who has been in robust health for several years always at ten o'clock on Sunday morning went into the back yard as was his custom to feed the poultry. A few minutes later, his wife heard a call for help and going to his side, was able to catch him as he fell, suddenly stricken with convulsions. A number of the boarders at the hotel came to assist Mrs. Witt and the prostrate form was carried into the house and medical aid summoned. Mr. Witt never regained consciousness and died at 2:30 A.M. on Monday. RETIRED FIVE YEARS AGO Mr. Witt was 65 years of age and was born in the village of Zottin, in Mechlenberg, Germany. He lost his mother when he was four years old and with his father and sisters came to America, locating in this city and attended the local schools for two years. In those days it was customary to learn a trade and Mr. Witt chose the shoemaker's vocation. He worked at this for some time and for the late Chris. Koebke for three years later on in a cafe and restaurant. Experience gained in this work prompted him to establish the North house which he owned at the time of his death and which he conducted as a hotel and boarding house for a period of thirty-seven years. He retired from active work five years ago. Mr. Witt was twice married, his first wife being Alvina Hacker whom he married when he was twenty-three. ACTIVE AS A CITIZEN In 1897 he was married to his surviving widow, Ella Bartke, who with one daughter, Ida, and a grandson, Donald Krumm, survive. Funeral services will be held at two P.M. tomorrow from the home and will be conducted by Rev. Axtell. Interment will be at Evergreen. In the death of Mr. Witt, the city loses one of the oldest and best known citizens. Active in politics in the earlier years and always evidencing an interest in civic affairs he will be remembered as a splendid citizen, identified at all times with the city's advancement and growth. Mr. Witt was a lifelong democrat and although never seeking public office always actively espoused the cause of the party. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, September 7, 1920 P. 1 ******** [bur 09-08-1920/cause: cerebral hemorrage/bur on William Haacker lot]
JOHANNA WITTENBERG The funeral of the late Johanna Wittenberg was held from the family home on Washington street to Evergreen cemetery yesterday afternoon, Hubert Falge officiating. Manitowoc Daily Tribune, Monday, January 17, 1910 P.4 ******* [cause: paralysis of heart]
ADOLPH WITTMANN From Der Nord Westen, 26 Feb. 1897: Death has taken another of the oldest German settlers of our city, a prominent citizen of Manitowoc. Adolph Wittmann died on Tues., totally unexpectedly. He was prominent on the city’s streets on Sat., but it appears he came down with a cold on Sun. and suffered swelling of the tonsils. This led to cramps, which affected the heart, and despite medical attention he succumbed on Tues. afternoon. Adolph Wittmann was born 31 Mar. 1825 in Berlin. After finishing school, he studied the book publishing art and also went into the theater and became one of the foremost performers in Germany, but he lost the use of his vocal chords because of a heavy cold and he had to give up the stage. At that point he came to America in 1848, settling in Chicago which was still a small city, for a year, during which he married his surviving widow. He came to Manitowoc in 1849. At that time Manitowoc Rapids was the principal city of our county, and he was employed in the store Bach & Klingholz. As Manitowoc became the principal city of the county, Mr. Wittmann moved here and established a guesthouse that he later sold and bought the Lozier Pharmacy. He followed that business until early 1865 when he became Capt. in the 48th Wisconsin Volunteer Regiment and served the last months of the war. Upon returning he sold the pharmacy and established a barrel stave factory, which prospered until the crash of 1873, followed in 1874 by the destruction of the factory by fire. In 1881 he started a newspaper under the name “Manitowoc Post” which promoted the Democratic Party, then the interest of the Workers Party and later the Populist Party. He continued publication of that newspaper until May of last year when he sold it and retired. During his life he filled several public positions – Postmaster of Manitowoc, County Clerk, and County Treasurer. Mr. Wittmann is survived by his widow, 4 sons, 1 daughter, 17 grandchildren and a great-grandchild. The funeral will take place Sat. at 2 p.m.
DORTHEA WITTMANN From Der Nord Westen, 10 Jan. 1889: Dr. Wittmann of Centerville is mourning the loss of a child. The child's body was brought here for burial in the municipal cemetery.
PAUL WITTMANN From Der Nord Westen, 22 Nov. 1894: Death on Sat. evening of the 4-mo. old son of Mr. Walter Wittmann. The little body was buried Tues. in the city cemetery.
EDGAR W. WITZEL Edgar W. Witzel, 82, of 1805 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, died Tuesday afternoon at Family Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. George Knutson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Witzel was born Jan. 20, 1891, at Oshkosh, son of the late John E. and Charolette Bremer Witzel. He married Nel Harriet Gregory Jan. 30, 1927, at Valders, coming to Manitowoc to reside. He served in World War I as a corporal in the Medical Detachment from April 26, 1918 to May 29, 1919. He was an agent for John Hancock Mutual Insurance Co. He was a member of the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88. His wife preceded him in death in 1967. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. March 15, 1973
EMILY "EMMA" WIZNER Mrs. Joseph Wizner, 86, formerly of 833 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, and who resided at Family Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Wizner, nee Emily Spacek, was born Sept. 25, 1885, in the Town of Casco, Kewaunee County, daughter of the late Wenzel and Mary Zlab Spacek. She was married to Joseph Wizner Nov. 1, 1905, at Sturgeon Bay. The couple resided in Sturgeon Bay and in Crandon. In 1907, they came to Two Rivers and in 1942, they came to Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death in 1961. Survivors include a brother, Joseph, of the Town of Casco, a sister, Mrs. Anton Koss, of the Town of Lincoln, Kewaunee County, and nieces and nephews. Two brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday until the time of service Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 19, 1972 ********* [Emily/d. 04-19-1972/age 86 yrs./widow of Joseph Wizner]
CAROLINE WOERFEL From Der Nord Westen, 11 Aug. 1887: Death of Mrs. Carolina Woerfel last Mon., 08 Aug. at 9am. The deceased, who was 70 yrs 2 mos.old, lived with her son Franz Woerfel in Town Rapids. She died suddenly of a stroke. The burial took place Tues. afternoon in the city cemetery.
EDWARD WOERFEL AWOKE AS HE WAS DYING Mrs. Edward Woerfel Aroused to Find Husband in Throes of Death Struggle SUDDEN DEMISE OF PIONEER Summons Came to Aged South Side Resident as he Slept— Came Here in 1852 and Had Lived in City Since Aroused from sleep by the sufferings of her companion at an early hour this morning Mrs. Edward Woerfel was awakened to find her husband in the throes of the death struggle, his demise occurring in a few seconds. Mr. Woerfel had retired early in the evening and was in apparent good health, although he complained of weariness from the labors of the day, he having been engaged in work at home. It was about 3 o’clock when Mrs. Woerfel was disturbed by the groans of her husband and, upon awakening, discovered his illness. She hastened to secure restoratives, but upon returning found that he had passed away. Assistance was summoned and later an inquest was held, the verdict being death due to heart failure. The sudden demise of Mr. Woerfel is a shock to a large circle of friends. He had been a resident of the city since 1852 and was widely known. Of late years he had lived a retired life, but was a man whose years little interfered with his activity in daily life. Born in Germany in 1837 he came to America with his parents when a boy of 15 and soon after took up his home here, where he has been a continuous resident since. He was married in 1875 and at the death of his wife some years later again remarried. Seven children, four sons and three daughters, besides his second wife survive him. They are Otto, Edward, William, and Arthur Woerfel, Mrs. F. Brown, Ashland, Rose Woerfel, Milwaukee and Emma Woerfel of this city. Mr. Woerfel was a man held in high esteem by neighbors and friends and was widely acquainted by reason of his long residence in the city. The family home is on Marshall street, at the west end, just within the city limits. The funeral arrangements have not been made. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, May 15, 1902, Page 1 ********* From Der Nord Westen, 22 May 1902: Thurs. morning Mrs. Eduard Woerfel was awakened by the rattling breathing and cries of her husband. Before the frightened lady could get help Eduard Woerfel had died. A heart attack took the life of the man who had gone to bed in the best of health. Mr. Woerfel was born 1837 in Germany, came to Manitowoc with his parents in 1852 and has lived here ever since, making him one of the oldest German residents of our city. He was twice married and his second wife survives him as well as 7 sorrowing children - Otto, Eduard, Wilhelm and Arthur, as well as Mrs. F. Brown in Ashland, Rese in Milwaukee, and Emma here. During the war the deceased served in the 45th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment. His body was taken to its last rest Sun. followed by a large number of mourners. ********* [cause: heart failure]
FRANK WOERFEL PIONEER BRICK MAKER OF CITY PASSES AWAY TODAY Frank Woerfel, who Condncted (sic) Brick Yard at city Limits for Years Dies at Age 69-Was Known in Co. Frank Woerfel, pioneer brick maker of the city, who conducted a yard at the city limits on the Calumet road for more than a quarter of a century, died today at his home at the age of 69 years. The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon from the house. Mr. Woerful was born at Kempton, Germany, in 1847, and had been in America for 41 years, first locating at Milwaukee and later in this city. In ????? ??? to conducting the brick business. Mr. Woerful managed his farm, ???? up to the time of his death was active in his business. Besides his widow he is survived by five children, who are Edward, Adolph, Sophia, Mrs. Edward Wirtz and Mr. Peter Teja?, all of this city. Mr. Woerfel was well known throughout the county in his business as a brick manufacturer. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, May 13, 1916 P.1 ******** [bur. 05-16-1916/cause: heart failure]
SOPHIA MARIA HENRIETTE WOERFEL Name: Woerfel, Sophia Maria Henriette D.: 6/21/1875 B.: Reg. D.: 12/31/1875 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 35 Yrs. 8 Mo. 4 Da. B.P.: D.P.: Mtwc., Wis Cem.: Evergreen Cem Mtwc. Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. G. Thiele Spouse: F.: M.:Cause of Death: Pg. #: v.1 p.185 ********* From Der Nord Westen, 24 June 1875: Death of Mrs. Maria Werfel last Sunday, wife of Edward Werfel, leaving four children.
BABY WOLF An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Wolf of Milwaukee, died last Saturday. The remains were brought to this city and the interment took place at Evergreen cemetery to-day. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, November 28, 1898 P. 3
CLEMENS WOLF Clemens P. Wolf, 76, of 3613 Meadow Ln., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening at home. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Duane Dionne will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside service will be conducted by the American Legion-Drews Bleser Post No. 88. Mr. Wolf was born Oct. 18, 1895, at Random Lake, Wis., son of the late Nicholas and Mary Funk Wolf. He attended Random Lake public schools. He was a graduate of Sheboygan Business college. He married Georgiana Zipperer June 19, 1933, at Brillion. He was a cashier at Peoples State Bank, New Holstein, for 11 years. Prior to his retirement in 1960, he was employed in the payroll department of the Lauson Division of Tecumseh Products Co., New Holstein. He was a World War I Veteran, a member of the American Legion-Drews Bleser Post No. 88, the Holy Name Society and the Senior Citizens Center. Survivors include his wife and two brothers, Wilmer, of Kiel and Victor, of Hilbert. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday where a memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 1, 1972
ROLAND WOLF From Der Nord Westen, 09 Apr. 1903: A sad accident occurred Wed. morning in the residence of Mrs. Gustav Mueller here. Mrs. Adolph Wolf from Milwaukee, Mrs. Mueller’s daughter, is here on a visit. Mrs. Wolf’s 4-yr. old son, while playing in the kitchen yesterday morning, fell into a tub of boiling water and suffered severe burns. Medical help was called immediately and everything was done to ease the child’s pain. The little boy remains in critical condition and the doctors have not yet been able to express any hopes for his recovery. ********* From Der Nord Westen, 16 Apr. 1903: Last week we reported the burns suffered by 4-yr. old Roland Wolff of Milwaukee. We now have to report that the little grandchild of Mrs. Gustav Müller died of those burns at 10 p.m. Wed. evening last week. The child was buried Sat. afternoon in the local cemetery. ******** CHILD'S BURNS FATAL Little Roland Wolfe Dies as Result of Accident that Befell Him. LIVED BUT SHORT TIME. Suffered Intensely from Terrible Injuries-Sad Termination to Visit of Milwaukee Family in this City. Death resulted from the terrible burns which three-year old Roland Wolfe suffered Wednesday when he fell into a tub of scalding water at the home of Mrs. Gustave Mueller where, with his mother he was a guest. The accident happened early in the day and for hours the child suffered intensely until death came to relieve him at 9:30 in the evening. It was at first thought that the injuries would not prove fatal, but every effort to save the little life was unavailing. The child was an only son of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Wolfe, of Milwaukee, and with his mother had been visiting at the Mueller home since last Thursday. Wednesday morning while playing about the kitchen the boy fell into a tub of scalding water that had been left standing on the floor and although rescued almost immediately, had been terribly burned about the body. Medical assistance was summoned and everything done to alieviate the sufferings of the child but to no purpose. The death of little Roland is peculiarly sad because of the circumstances surrounding and the sympathy of the community will be extended to the bereaved parents and family. Mrs. Wolfe is a daughter of Mrs. Mueller and was enjoying a pleasant and happy visit at home when the terrible accident occurred. Mr. Wolfe was notified at Milwaukee of the accident and arrived in the city Wednesday afternoon, a few hours before the death of the child. This is the second time within a few months that Mr. and Mrs. Wolfe have been called upon to mourn the death of a child, another having died shortly after birth. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from the home of Dr. and Mrs. George Huwatchek, 1215 Marshal street. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, April 9, 1903 P.1
ANTON WOLFE (d. 1917) ANTON WOLF (sic), OLD RESIDENT, BORN HERE IN 1851, IS DEAD Anton Wolf, a pioneer resident of the city, died at his home, ??? Marshal street yesterday afternoon after an illness that dated back nearly a year but which had confined him to his bed only ten days. Death was caused by a sudden attack of heart failure. Mr. Wolf was a native of Manitowoc being born here Aug. 2, 1851, and as a young man followed the lakes, being second mate under Capt. Sweeney on the old sidewheeler, Chicago. After retiring from the lakes Mr. Wolf was employed as engineer at the mills of the C. Schoch Lumber company. Besides his widow Mr. Wolf is survived by three children, Mrs. Alfred Jacobson, Arthur Wolf, this city, and George Wolf of Milwaukee. Two brothers, John and Henry of Milwaukee, and a sister, Mrs. Henry Koch of this city also survive. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from the home of St. John's church. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 11, 1917 P.8 ******** [Anton Wolfe/bur. 01-13-1917/cause: tumor in abdomen]
BERNARD WOLFF DEATH CLAIMS BERNARD WOLF, ILL SHORT TIME Young Man, 26, is Called Bernard Wolf, son of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Wolf, died at the family home, 605 Marshall street, last evening after a short illness, aged 26 years. Mr. Wolf was born in this city October 10, 1888 and had made his home here practically all his life, though for a short time he was employed at Milwaukee. He was formerly a clerk in the Northwestern offices here. His parents, two brothers and one sister survive. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon from the late home, Rev. Haase of St. John’s church officiating. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, June 16, 1915, Page 4 ********** The funeral of the late Bernard Wolf was held from the late home this afternoon at 2 o’clock. The Herald, through a mistake, said the funeral would be held Friday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, June 17, 1915, Page 3 ********* [cause: tuberculosis & peritonitis/bur. on Anton Wolfe lot]
ORPHA WOLFF Mrs. Joseph Wolff, 59, of 912 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday afternoon at Theda Clark Hospital, Neenah. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Urbanek and Shlei Funeral home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. Friday at Holy Innocents Catholic Church with the Rev. E. A Radey officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. She was born Orpha S. Seigworth June 30, 1903, in Waupaca County, daughter of the late Charles and Emily Frank Lemont Seigworth. She attended grade and high school at Manawa and was a graduate of Teacher’s Training School at New London and later graduated with high honors from Oshkosh State Teachers College. She was a teacher in rural schools in Waupaca County and New Holstein until 1928. She was married to Joseph Wolff Aug. 16, 1928, at Manawa and the couple moved to Manitowoc. She was a member of Holy Innocent Alter Society, Catholic Women’s Club, Opti-Mrs. Club, a past president of the Manitowoc Elks Lodge auxiliary, a member of the League of Women Voters and Manitowoc County Council of Social Agencies. Among survivors are the husband; four sons (private), a daughter (private), a brother, Ralph of Little Sturgeon; a sister, Mrs. Louis Miller of Neenah-Menasha and 14 grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 9, 1963 ****** [d. 01-08-1963 at Neenah WI/age 59 yrs./wife of Joseph Wolff]
JOHANN WOLLENBERG From Der Nord Westen, 11 June 1908: John Wollenberg, a well-known resident of our city, died Saturday last week at the advanced age of 87 yrs. 10 mos. The deceased was born 06 August 1820 in Mecklenburg, came to America in 1850 and settled on a farm in Town Manitowoc. The burial was held Tuesday afternoon.
NICHOLAS WOLLMER Manitowoc Pilot, September 2,1864, Pg 1, Col 1: Funeral of Lieut. Wollmer. “The remains of the late Lieut. Wollmer, who was wounded recently before Atlanta, and subsequently died, reached here Tuesday morning on the Comet. We have not been informed as to the particulars of his death, but learn that it was quite sudden and entirely unexpected to his family and friends. The funeral took place from the residence of the deceased at four o'clock of the same day, and was attended by an immense concourse of people. The veterans of the 5th and 9th regiments now in town, commanded by Capt. Goodwin, constituted the escort, and with their arms revered, and their slow, solemn tread, keeping time to the mournful music of the fife and drum, they gave to the departed soldier a military burial. Among the officers who attended the last rites were Gen. Salomon, Lt. Col. Olmsted, Major Baetz, Captains Rankin, and Dumke, Lieuts. Murphy, Wimpf and Markham, besides nearly all of our prominent citizens. The German Singing Society was also in attendance and sung over the last resting place of their friend's remains. The late Mr. Wollmer was one of the earliest settlers of Manitowoc, and greatly contributed by his energy and good business qualities to the prosperity of the place. Until within the past three years he was proprietor and manager of a banking-house here; and his well known liberality and kindness to those with whom he had to deal was proverbial. Lieut Wollmer belonged to the 26th regiment Wisconsin volunteers. We have been requested to return thanks in the name of his wife and relatives to the veteran soldiers who took part in the procession, to the Sangerbund, and to the many kind friends who were with them to sustain and comfort in the hour of their deep affliction.” ******** Manitowoc Pilot, November 11, 1864: Headq'rs 26th Regt. Wis. Vol. Chattahoochie River, Ga. Oct 12. Mrs. Nicholas Wollmer:--Madam-- I have the honor herewith to transmit to you the sum of $123.00 with the request that you accept the same as a gift from the few remaining officers of this regiment, to whom your deceased husband, their brother officer, Lt. Wollmer, has ever been a true friend, and a brave and respected comrade. The Regiment mourns the loss of a good man, and a gallant and efficient officer. Tendering to you our sincere condolence, I have the honor, Madam to be Your obedient servant. Francis Lackner Major 26th Regt. Wis. Vols. ******** Manitowoc Pilot, November 25, 1864, Pg 1, Col 6: Maj. Francis Lackner, 26th Regt. Wis. Vol. Dear Sir, I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your favor of the 12th of October, with draft for $123.00, presented by the officers of your gallant regiment. I accept the gift, not only because my deeply lamented husband, who since December 1863 did not receive any pay from the government, except a small amount which he drew, after he was wounded and a few days before his death, left me and his three little children in need and want; but I accepted it particularly with warm and hearty comrades, who served with him for two years, who fought by his side in so many battles for our dear bleeding country; for the reason that it comes from the brave men who amid the roar of the cannon, in the throng of the battle and the groans of the wounded and dying, have yet preserved a feeling heart for a poor widow and orphans, whom they are not acquainted with, but know that they exist, and that Lt. Wollmer was their supporter and protector. Gentlemen, receive my warm thanks, and may the God of Battles preserve you, and permit you, happier than my poor husband was to come home again to your dear wives and children; permit you to be received with that love you deserve, and may you enjoy for long, long time, the blessings of liberty and peace of our beloved country, which when it calls out her heroes among the first will be the officers of the 26th Regiment. Tendering to you again my sincere thanks I have the honor gentlemen to be Yours respectfully, Mrs. Nicholas Wollmer ******* The Banking House of N. Wollmer closed its doors yesterday. We trust that the suspension will be merely temporary, as the business has been conducted on close principles, and the liabilities cannot be large. The Daily Tribune, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, June 26, 1858 P. 3
PETER WOLLMER From Der Nord Westen, 22 Nov. 1894: Mr. Hugo Wollmer, son of Mrs. Bieling of Manitowoc, died in Milwaukee on 07 Nov. shortly after returning from the State of Washington. The body was brought here and buried in the city cemetery.
ARTHUR WOLTER From Der Nord Westen, 18 June 1903: Death Mon., following a 6-mo. illness with consumption, of 20-yr. old Arthur Wolters. ******** [cause: tuberculosis]
HERMAN WOLTER (WALTER on tombstone but listed with WOLTER) From Der Nord Westen, 05 Apr. 1900: Death on Wed. afternoon last week of 23-yr. old Hermann Wolters here of consumption. The funeral took place Sun. afternoon at the city cemetery.
JACOB WOLTER JACOB WOLTER CIVIL WAR VET IS SUMMONED Dies at Home of Daughter, Mrs. Aug. Mahnke Another of the city's few remaining veterans of the Civil war has been summoned in the person of Jacob Wolter, who at the age of nearly 82, passed away at 10 o'clock this morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. August Mahnke, 1012 South Ffteenth (sic) street. Mr. Wolter's death is ascribed to the infirmities incident to advanced age. He had been in failing health for the last four or five months. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 Monday afternoon at the Mahnke home and at 2 o'clock at the Evangelical Lutheran church, of which Mr. Wolter was a member. The Rev. Karl Machmiller will officiate at the services and the body will be laid to rest in Evergreen cemetery. Born in Germany. Mr. Wolter was born in Schlewig-Holstein, Germany, August 10, 1841, and when he was thirteen years of age came to this country with his parents, the family locating on a homestead in the township of Newton. It was there that he spent the greater part of his life, returning to the home farm after the close of the Civil War. When the war broke out, Mr. Wolter who was then a young man of about twenty years of age, volunteered, but was refused. He was accepted, however, in December, 1864, and was discharged from the service in November of the following year. He was a member of Company D., Thirteenth Wisconsin Infantry, but as far as is known he did not take part in any of the battles of the war, having been accepted when it was nearing the close. Surviving Relations. Mr. and Mrs. Wolter remained on the farm at Newton until 1913, when they sold it and moved to Manitowoc. His widow, Mrs. Augusta Wolter, and three daughters, Mrs. August Mahnke of Manitowoc, Mrs. Emma Zapfe of Newton and Mrs. Lizzie Barthels of Mishicot, as well as ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren, survive. A son, John, passed away five years ago. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, May 17, 1923 P.1 ******** [bur 05-21-1923/cause: chronic myocarditis]
IRA DUANE WOOD Ira D. Wood, Former School President, Dies MANITOWOC-Ira D. Wood, 73, for many years head of the Manitowoc Business College and acive in civic affairs, died Sunday at Memorial hospital, Manitowoc, following a short illness. Mr. Wood was born Oct. 24, 1884, at Almond, Wis., son of the late Clarence E. and Sarah MacCellan Wood. He instituted the first commercial course in Antigo High School while teaching there and married the former Olive MacDonald, a teacher at the Rhinelander High School. After their marriage they lived for a time in Milwaukee. Mrs. Wood had been one of the first Stenotype teachers in the state. In 1917, the couple moved to Manitowoc and took over management of Manitowoc Business College. Previously known as the Wisconsin Business College, the school had been owned by C.W. Moore and was founded in Manitowoc in 1898, one of three such colleges owned by Moore. (Photo of Mr. Wood) Active in Scouting In 1932 Wood was elected president of the Wisconsin Business Schools Assn. at Fond du Lac, in 1933, he was elected president of the Boy Scout Council and held that positon for four years. He was active in all phses of scouting and held ???? ???? positions of note in that field, culminating with the award of the Silver Beaver in 1940. During ??? ??? he became chief clerk of the Manitowoc War Price and Rationing Board. The Manitowoc Business College closed as a wartime casualty in 1943 (the rest of the article is illegible.) Manitowoc Heald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 9, 1957 P. 2 ****** [d. 12-08-1957/age 73 yrs./bur. on Olive E. Wood lot-his wife]
LIBBIE WOOD Death came to Mrs. William Wood at the Holy Family hospital this morning after a lingering illness. Her home is at 702 Chicago street. Born 57 years ago in Manitowoc, she was the former Libby Wilda, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. (sic) Joseph Wilda. She was united in marriage with Mr. Wood 35 years ago, and they have resided here always. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home with interment in Evergreen cemetery. Besides the husband, she leaves her mother, three daughters, Mrs. William Praxmarer, Chicago; Ruth and Grace at home; and a son, Roger, also at home. Two sisters, Mrs. Foster R. Nelson and Mrs. Herbert Mahnke, both of this city, also survive. Friends may call at the funeral parlors to pay their respects from Monday noon until the funeral. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, January 12, 1946 P.2 ******** [d. 01-12-1946/age 57 yrs./wife of William Wood/bur. on Joseph Wilda lot]
OLIVE E. WOOD Mrs. Ira D. Wood, former Manitowoc resident and wife of the late president of Manitowoc Business College, died Saturday at Phoenix, Ariz., where she had been making her home with a son, Dr. MacDonald Wood. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. D.L. Wandschneider will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. The former Olive MacDonald, a teacher at Antigo High School, was married to Ira D. Wood and the couple lived a short time at Milwaukee before coming to Manitowoc in 1917. Her husband headed the business college. Mrs. Wood was one of the first Stenotype teachers in Wisconsin. Mr. Wood died Dec. 8, 1957, at Manitowoc. Five grandchildren also survive Mrs. Wood. Friends may call after 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Ninth Street entrance of the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 23, 1962 P. 9 ******* [d. 04-21-1962 at Phoenix AZ/age 77 yrs./widow of Ira D. Wood]
SYLVESTER A. WOOD From Der Nord Westen, 13 Aug. 1908: One of our eldest residents, Mr. S.A. Wood, was released from many years of illness by his death Tuesday evening. For a long time Mr. Wood, who was known by almost every resident of our city, had suffered a gallbladder illness. Toward the end the pain was so unbearable that the doctors recommended an operation despite his advanced age and weakened condition. Several gall stones were removed, but the patient was unable to withstand the shock and died during the operation. S.A. Wood was born 14 January 1822 in Acton, Maine, and on 26 October 1849 arrived in Manitowoc where he has lived ever since. He filled many elective offices in the city and county, but was mostly known by everyone because of his service as agent for the firm of Hinkley & Allen. Mr. Wood never married and is survived by a sister here, Fran Waldo, with whom he lived for many years. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon. [cause: shock]
WILLIS WOODARD Drowned On last Sunday, Willis, aged about 11 years, the little son of Mr. L. F. Woodward(sic), was drowned in the river, near Conway's warehouse. He was missed early in the morning, and search being initiated he was found in the river, as above stated. Every effort was made to resuscitate him, but without avail. The family of the deceased has our warmest sympathies. Manitowoc Pilot, October 5, 1871 ****** (Note: the d. date on the tombstone is off, may have been misread or a typo.)
MELISSA WOODCOCK From Der Nord Westen, 05 Dec.. 1907: The body of Mrs. Woodcock, who died in Chicago, was brought here and buried Saturday in the city cemetery. She was the mother of Mr. F. Woodcock here.
CHARLOTTE WOPP Mrs. William A. (Charlotte E.) Wopp, 75, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lengthly illness. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, The Rev. Kenneth Fisk will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Wopp, nee Charlotte Puchalski, was born March 5, 1899, at Stettin, Germany, daughter of the late Paul and Elisa Babenschneider Puchalski. She was married to William A. Wopp March 20, 1932, at Stettin, coming to the United States as a young bride. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary March 20, 1973. Survivors include her husband, a son, three daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); two sisters, Mrs. Georg (Margarethe) Romer and Mrs. Paul (Anne-Marie) Korner in Germany; 14 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A son, John, and three brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Monday evening and Tuesday until the hour of service. Memorials may be directed to the Kidney Foundation. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, November 4, 1974 P.23 ******* [d. 11-02-1974/age 75 yrs./wife of William A. Wopp/bur. on Mrs. Robert Price lot] (b. 5 Mar. 1899/d. Nov. 1974/SSDI)
ELIZABETH WORTHINGTON From Der Nord Westen, 26 Dec., 1907: Mrs. Elisabeth Worthington, an old settler of Town Kossuth, died Saturday of old age debility. Mrs. Worthington was born in Manchester, England, and came to America in 1844, then coming to Town Kossuth in 1855 where she has lived ever since. She leaves 6 children. The funeral was held Monday in Kossuth. ******** [Elsie Worthington/bur. 12-24-1907/cause: arterio celerosis]
THOMAS WORTHINGTON From Der Nord Westen, 18 July 1889: Death of Thomas Worthington on 10 July in Town Kossuth at the age of 70 yrs. 3 mos. The funeral was held 12 July in the City Cemetery. ********* [bur. 07-12-1889/age 70 yrs./cause: tumor in the stomach]
GARY W. WOYCIEHOSKY Gary Woyciehosky, 23, of 1217 S. 19th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Community Bible Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Kenneth Fisk will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Woyciehosky was born March 9, 1946, at Manitowoc, son of Phillip M. and Edna Lohse Woyciehosky. He was graduated from Lincoln High School in 1966 and from Manitowoc County Teachers College in 1968, and had been teaching sixth grade at the Wrightstown Elementary School. Survivors include his parents; a brother, a sister (Survivors omitted for privacy.) and his maternal grandfather, Otto Lohse, of Manitowoc. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Monday until 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and then at the church until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 10, 1970 ******** [d. 01-10-1970/age 23 yrs./bur. on Phillip M. and Edna Woyciehosky lot]
FRANK WOYCIECHOWSKY co. death record vol. #25, page #611 Frank Stanley Woyciechowsky b: Poland occupation: chief electrician at Manitowoc Ship Building Corp. Age at death: 60 yrs, 8 mo., 26 days/cause: myocarditis spouse: Elizabeth Eisenacht father: Frank Woyciechowsky, b. Poland mother: unknown, b. Poland
ROSE U. WRANOVSKY Mrs. Anthony W. Wranovsky, 68, of Francis Creek, died unexpectedly Saturday morning at home Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Urvanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Wranovsky, nee Rose Strouf, was born Aug. 19, 1902, at Larrabee, Wis., daughter of the late John and Emma Youra Strouf. She was graduated from Denton High School, Denton, Montana. She was married to Anthony Wranovsky May 4, 1925, at Manitowoc. The couple resided here for eight years and then moved to Francis Creek where they operated a sheet metal shop. Survivors include her husband, a daughter, four brothers, Edward of Denton, Mont., Rueben of Lewistown, Mo., Frank of Great Falls, Mo., and Leo of Sheridan, Wyo., two sisters, Mrs. Emma Baugniet of Francis Creek and Mrs. Mable Rysticken of Manitowoc, three grandchildren and a great grandchild. Four brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Monday where a prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 16, 1971 ******** [d. 01-16-1971/age 68 yrs./wife of Anthony Wranovsky/bur. on Josephine P. and Lucille F. Wranovsky lot]
HARRY WULLNER Harry Wullner, 48 (photo), of 401 North Sixth street, head of the Wullner Poster Advertising service, founded here by his father, the late Henry Wullner, died Wednesday night at the Holy Family hospital. He had been ill for several months. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home and at 10:15 at the Sacred Heart church the Rev. L.M. Schorn officiating. Burial will be in Evergeen cemetery. A veteran of World War I, he will be accorded military rites at the grave. Mr. Wullner was born in Madison in 1898. Shortly after his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wullner, located in Manitowoc, where his father established a bill posting business. The father died 10 years ago, since which time Harry Wullner operated the business. He served in World War I, and was a member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Eagles. In 1937 Mr. Wullner married Miss Olive Sauer. She survives with a stepson, (Survivor omitted for privacy.) The body may be viewed at the funeral home, where the rosary will be recited at 7:30 o'clock tonight. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 31, 1946 P.2 ******* [d. 05-29-1946/age 47 yrs./bur. on Henry Wullner estate lot]
FREDERICK WURSTER From Der Nord Westen, 28 Mar. 1895: Death of Fritz Wurster last Fri. in Kaukauna, a former resident of Manitowoc. He was a railroad employee and was killed by a locomotive. His body was brought here and buried Mon. afternoon in the city cemetery.
MARTHA WURSTER From Der Nord Westen, 02 Sept. 1909: Miss Martha Wurster, a former resident of our city, has died in Kaukauna at age 28. She leaves her mother and 2 sisters. The body was brought here for burial.
NETTIE B. WURSTER From Der Nord Westen, 31 Oct. 1895: Death last Sat. in Kaukauna of Miss Nettie Wurster, of consumption. She was the 25 yr. old daughter of the late Fritz Wurster who was killed early last year in a railroad accident. Her body was brought here and buried day before yesterday at the city cemetery. ******* [cause: consumption]
HENRY M. WYATT Henry Waytt, 81, who resided with Mr. and Mrs. William Pryor, of Cottage Grove, Wis., died Saturday at Skaalen Sunset Home, Stoughton, Wis. Masonic funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Wyatt was born Jan. 22, 1890, at Schiller Park, Ill., son of the late Henry and Hulda VanCaapen Wyatt. He attended Schiller Park schools and the Illinois Institute of Technology. He married Ruth M. Meister Oct. 9, 1918, at Milwaukee. The couple celebrate its golden wedding anniversary in 1968. She preceded him in death in 1969. He was in vaudeville for several years and later joined Johns Manville Co. In the 1930's he was president of New Enamel Corp. of Wisconsin. In 1941, he moved to Manitowoc and became contract sales manager with a local distributor conctractor for the Navy Submarine program at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. In 1946 he founded his own company, the Insulation and Supply Co., operating it until 1959 when he retired. He was chairman of Manitowoc 125 Celebration in 1961 and chairman of Manitowoc County Heart Fund for many years. In 1965, he was employed at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. He was a member of Branch River Country Club, a member of Chadrach Masonic Lodge 611 of Chicago, Chicago Chapter 233, Manitowoc Council No. 18, R and S.M., Manitowoc Commdery No. 45, K.T., Two Rivers-Manitowoc Shrine Club and Tripoli Temple of Milwaukee. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. William (Marilyn) Pyror, of Cottage Grove; two brothers, Charles Miller, of New Hope, Pa., and John M. Wyatt, of Dallas, Texas; two granddaughers (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and until time of service Wednesday. Memorials may be made to Shriner's Children's Hospital. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 13, 1971 ******** [d. 12-11-1971 at Stoughton WI/age 81 yrs.] (22 Jan 1890/Dec 1971/SSDI)