PIONEERS' REST CEMETERY OBITUARIES

ANNA CALDWELL

Funeral card:
In Loving Memory of
Anna Caldwell
Born February 27, 1898
Died June 1, 1976
Deja and Martin
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
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[Anna Lucy]
(27 Feb 1898/Jun 1976/SSDI)
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W.R. Caldwell of Milan, Illinois, came here last week to claim for his bride, 
Miss Anna Sibenhorn with whom he first became acquainted two years ago when he 
was here for the purpose of inspecting army canteens at the Aluminum Goods plant. 
The acquaintance repined into lasting bonds and Monday afternoon the couple was 
married at St. John's Lutheran Church in the presence of many admiring friends 
and relatives. The attending couples were Martha Sibenhorn and Paul Sibenhorn 
and Hattie Sibenhorn and Arthur Nischke. After a pleasant celebration at the 
home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs.Chas Sibenhorn, the couple departed 
for Milan where Mr. Caldwell is now a prosperous farmer and where they will 
make their home.
The Reporter, Fri., Mar. 31, 1916


WILLIAM CALDWELL

Funeral services for William R. Caldwell, 71, of 1717-24th St., Two Rivers, 
who died Tuesday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital will be at 2 p.m. Friday 
at Grace Congregational Church Two Rivers. The Rev. Richard H. Trump will 
officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Caldwell was born June 25, 1893, at Milan, Ill., son of the late Jerome 
and Mary Wynes Caldwell. He attended schools at Milan and March 27, 1916, 
married Anna Sibenhorn at Two Rivers. For seven years the couple operated a 
farm at Milan and in 1923 came to Two Rivers. Mr. Caldwell was employed at 
Hamilton Mfg. Co. until his retirement in 1962. He was a member of Two Rivers 
Masonic Lodge and Grace Congregational Church.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Clifford Wolf, of Two Rivers, 
a son. Dr. Paul Caldwell, of Halo, Hawaii, and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. 
Thursday until 11 a.m. Friday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Masonic rites will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral chapels.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, June 23, 1965 P. 21
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W.R. Caldwell of Milan, Illinois, came here last week to claim for his bride, 
Miss Anna Sibenhorn with whom he first became acquainted two years ago when he 
was here for the purpose of inspecting army canteens at the Aluminum Goods plant. 
The acquaintance repined into lasting bonds and Monday afternoon the couple was 
married at St. John's Lutheran Church in the presence of many admiring friends 
and relatives. The attending couples were Martha Sibenhorn and Paul Sibenhorn 
and Hattie Sibenhorn and Arthur Nischke. After a pleasant celebration at the 
home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs.Chas Sibenhorn, the couple departed 
for Milan where Mr. Caldwell is now a prosperous farmer and where they will 
make their home.
The Reporter, Fri., Mar. 31, 1916


CHRISTINE CAMPBELL

Mrs. Christine Campbell, 85, of Milwaukee and a longtime Two Rivers resident, 
died Tuesday at a Milwaukee hospital.
Funeral services will be at 8 p.m. Thursday at Wendler Funeral Home, 2031 W. 
Capital Dr., Milwaukee. Burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Campball, nee Christine Althen, was born Dec. 18, 1887, at Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late Henry and Christine F??nder Althen. She was married at 
Milwaukee to Joseph Campbell of that city in 1925 after which the couple 
resided at Two Rivers for several years. He died in 1947. Surviving are two 
nieces and two nephews.
Two Rivers arrangements are in charge of by Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. October 10, 1973


FRANK R. CAMPBELL

Frank R. Campbell, ??, of 1621 19th St., Two Rivers, Two Rivers, 
died at 7 a.m. Thursday at a Manitowoc hospital after a long 
illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Deja & Martin 
Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. Harvey A. Rakow officiating. 
Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Campbell was born Jan. 20, 1872, at Augusta, Wis., son of the 
late Judge R.D. and Cornelia Linderman Campbell. As a young man after 
attending the Augusta High School he learned the printer's trade and 
operated a job printing plant at Augusta before moving to Two Rivers 
in 1916. Until his retirement 25 years ago he was employed at the F. 
Eggers Plywood & Veneer Co., Two Rivers.
In 1916 he became a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge and Encampment at 
Eau Claire, Wis., and since moving to Two Rivers was affiliated with 
Lodge No. 66 Odd Fellows and the Manitowoc Encampment No. 34. He held 
virtually all of the offices in the lodge at Two Rivers.
In 1902 he married the former Rena Crawford at Augusta, who survives 
him with a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral chapel after 2 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, January 30, 1958 P.23

HENRY D. CAMPBELL

DIED
Campbell - At his home in this city, July 2, 1899, Henry Davenport Campbell, aged 65 years.  Henry Davenport Campbell was born on January 14, 1834 at LaPointe on Madaline Island, Ashland County, Wisconsin. His early life was spent among the Indians and pioneers of Northern Wisconsin but when a lad of 16 or 17 years he went to New York where he received an academical education. When he came West again he engaged in teaching school in the winter time and steam boating in the summer time and in the course of years became one of the most widely known and most competent steamboat captains in Green Bay and Lake Michigan, but was forced to discontinue sailing two years ago on account of failing eyesight. He was an intelligent and well posted man in all public matters and was well liked by all who knew him. Besides his wife, he leaves two daughters and one son to mourn his death. His elder daughter, Miss Bessie, is a stenographer and is employed in Green Bay. Miss Mabel, the younger daughter, is librarian of the Joseph Mann Public Library while his son, Glen, is employed in one of the factories here. The funeral will take place on Wednesday tomorrow. 
The following named persons, relatives of the deceased came here last week to attend the funenral of Capt. H.D. Campbell; Mr. and Mrs. M.F. Whitney of Abramms, Porter Campbell and wife of Green Bay; Will Campbell of Menominee, Joseph, Eugene and Miss Alvina Campbell of Bay Settlement.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., July 4, 1899
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Card of Thanks
The undersigned wish to extend their most profound thanks for the many acts of kindness and sympathy to the in consequence of their recent bereavement. 
Mrs. H.D. Campbell and family
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., July 4, 1899
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Henry D. Campbell
birth: 14 January 1834 La Pointe, Wis.
death: 2 July 1899 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1899 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: John Campbell
mother: Elizabeth
spouse: Naomi
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968

RENAE CAMPBELL

Mrs. Rena Campbell, 82, of 1621-19th St., Two Rivers, died late Monday
afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. She had been in failing
health for several months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral
Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. Harvey A. Rakow, pastor of First Baptist
Church, Manitowoc, officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Campbell, nee Rena Crawford, was born June 15, 1881, in Trempeleau
County, daughter of the late Robert and Elizabeth Crawford. She was
married in January of 1902 to Frank Campbell, after which the couple
settled at Augusta, Wis., where her husband was employed as a printer.
The couple moved to Two Rivers 45 years ago where Mr. Campbell died
Jan. 30, 1958. Mrs. Campbell was a seamstress virtually her entire
life.
Surviving are a niece and several nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, March 24, 1964  page 5


NELS A. CARLSON

TWO RIVERS LIFE SAVER SACRIFICES OWN LIFE TO SAVE THAT OF OTHERS 
NELSON CARLSON ONE OF TWO RIVERS OLDEST SURFMAN FAILS TO RECOVER FROM COLD 
CONTRACTED WHEN HE AND CREW SAVED 3 MEN OF DOROTHY A
A martyr to his calling, Nelson A. Carlson, the Two Rivers life saver whose 
heroic work in assisting to affect the rescue of the crew of the Dorothy A in 
a recent storm was a matter for commendation at that time, has crossed life's 
stormy sea for the last time, the cold contracted while on that trip being 
directly responsible for his death.
A fortnight ago, Carlson, along with his companions, made a thrilling rescue 
of the crew of a fishing boat that was caught off the Two Rivers port in a 
heavy sea and at that time Carlson contracted a severe cold, the effects of 
which he could not throw off and pneumonia set in, claiming the victim __- ___.
Nelson Carlson was one of the oldest surfman (sic), being No. 2, and had been 
a member of the Two Rivers life saving crew for six years. Four years ago he 
was married to Elizabeth Sanville and is survived by his widow, two children 
and father and mother and two brothers. The funeral will be held from the 
Congregational church Thursday afternoon and will be attended by Captain George 
Rogers and members of the Two Rivers life savers. 
The flag of the Two Rivers life saving station today floats..
(remainder overinked and unreadable). 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, April 21, 1914  P.1
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CARLSON, TWO RIVERS LIFE SAVER, MAY DIE
Exposure in Rescue of Dorothy A, May Result in His Death
Nelson A. Carlson, age 26, Surfman No. Two, who has been a member of the Two 
Rivers Life Savers is hovering between life and death at his home in that city 
with a severe attack of pneumonia. Two weeks ago last night, the Two Rivers 
Life Savers were called out to assist the gasoline boat Dorothy A. and with a 
high sea running, the big waves enveloped the crew with the icy surf. Carlson 
had a slight attack of a cold and the added exposure brought on the ailment 
that may now prove fatal. His home was at Fish Creek, Door County until he 
joined the Two Rivers Life Saving crew six years ago.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Apr. 20, 1914 page 1
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Funeral of Life Saver
Carl F. Carlson(sic), aged 26, surfman No. 2, of the Two Rivers Life Saving 
Station, died of pneumonia Tuesday. he contracted the disease from exposure 
while on duty in the rescue of the crew of the Dorothy A. The funeral took 
place Thursday afternoon. Services were held at the residence under the 
auspices of the Moose Lodge, Rev. Jos. S. Morris officiated. The E.F.U. Lodge 
attended in a body and the Life Saving crew acted as pallbearers. Mr. Carlson 
is survived by a wife and two children.
The Reporter, Sat., Apr. 25, 1914
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At four o'clock Wednesday afternoon before Justice Jos. Schroeder, 
Miss Elizabeth Sanville and Nels Carlson were united in the bonds of 
matrimony. The wedding ceremony was performed at the home of the 
bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Abel Sanville, 16th Street. The wedding 
was a quiet family affair. The bride is a beautiful brunette of the 
Eastside and the groom is a sturdy Scandinavian employed as a surfman 
at the local life saving station. May the young couple 
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 17, 1909


FRED CARPENTER

Fred M. Carpenter, 62, of 2905 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died early Thursday 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient since Saturday.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Klein and Stangel Inc. 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rec. D.A. Breling will officiate and burial will be 
in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Carpenter was born April 4, 1898, at Cordova, Iowa, son of the late Marion 
and Eva Karr Carpenter. He came to Two Rivers at the age of 17 and began to 
work for the Mirro Aluminum Co. where he was employed for a number of years. 
For several years he was engaged as a painter and decorator and for the past 
19 years was an employe of the Hamilton Manufacturing Co. of Two Rivers, where 
he was a member of the Hamilton 10 Year Club. He married the former Imagard(sic)
Sonntag, June 25, 1921, in Two Rivers. She died July 27, 1956. He married Miss 
Elizabeth Ball of Leeds, England, in Two Rivers April 15, 1958.
Survivors include his wife two daughters (private); two sisters, Mrs. George 
Titus, and Mrs. Claude Spencer, both of New Camria, Mo.; two grandchildren and 
one great grandchild.
Friends amay (sic) call after 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, June 2, 1960 P.21
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SONNTAG-CARPENTER
Miss Imgard Sonntag, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Sonntag, Two Rivers and 
F.M. Carpenter of Hamilton, Mo., were married at St. John's Lutheran church at 
Two Rivers at 2 o'clock this afternoon, Rev. W. Haase officiating at the ceremony. 
Miss Anna Blum as maid of honor and Elden Sonntag as best man and Miss Ester 
Grumman and Miss Cordelia Fanslau bridesmaids with Herbert Steinbauer and Fred 
Pultz with the attendants. Following the ceremony at the church a reception was 
held at armory hall where more than a hundred guests participated in the 
celebration. The newlyweds will take up their home on Garfield avenue at Two 
Rivers. Out of town guests present at the celebration were Albert Sonntag and 
family; Fred Sonntag and family, all of Milwaukee; Fred Kubel, Muskegon, Mich., 
and John Grumman and family of Cavour.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 25, 1921 P. 8


IMGARD CARPENTER

Mrs. Fred Carpenter, 53, of 2905 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Friday 
afternoon at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where she had been a 
patient since Sunday.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Klein & Stangel 
Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at St. John Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Burial will 
be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Carpenter, nee Imgard Sonntag, was born in Two Rivers on Dec. 25, 
1902, a daughter of the late William and Emma Kubel Sonntag. She attended 
St. John Parochial School and Two Rivers High School. On June 2?, 1924, 
she was married at St. John Church to Fred Carpenter. For many years she 
was a member of the congregation's Dorcas Society.
Besides her husband she leaves two daughters (private); a sister, Mrs. 
Joseph Strong of Two Rivers; two brothers, Eldon and Leo Sonntag of Two 
Rivers and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, July 28, 1956 P. 13
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SONNTAG-CARPENTER
Miss Imgard Sonntag, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Sonntag, Two Rivers and 
F.M. Carpenter of Hamilton, Mo., were married at St. John's Lutheran church at 
Two Rivers at 2 o'clock this afternoon, Rev. W. Haase officiating at the ceremony. 
Miss Anna Blum as maid of honor and Elden Sonntag as best man and Miss Ester 
Grumman and Miss Cordelia Fanslau bridesmaids with Herbert Steinbauer and Fred 
Pultz with the attendants. Following the ceremony at the church a reception was 
held at armory hall where more than a hundred guests participated in the 
celebration. The newlyweds will take up their home on Garfield avenue at Two 
Rivers. Out of town guests present at the celebration were Albert Sonntag and 
family; Fred Sonntag and family, all of Milwaukee; Fred Kubel, Muskegon, Mich., 
and John Grumman and family of Cavour.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 25, 1921 P. 8


PATSY CARPENTER

Patricia A. Carpenter, age 62, a resident of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, 
died Saturday morning June 15, 2002 at the center.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 17, 2002 at the Manitowoc 
Health Care Center Chapel. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Robert Drobka, 
with cremation to follow.
She was born July 10, 1939 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Fred and Imgard 
Sonntag Carpenter.
Survivors include her sister, and two nieces. She is also survived by other 
relatives and her many friends at the center. The family will greet relatives 
and friends at the Manitowoc Health Care Center Chapel on Monday June 17, 2002 
from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers is assisting 
the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 16, 2002
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(Patricia A Carpenter/10 Jul 1939/15 Jun 2002/SSDI)


ELIZABETH J. CAYO

Mrs. William Cayo Dies at Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc
Mrs. Elizabeth Cayo, widow of William Cayo, died at the Holy 
Family hospital Sunday afternoon at 3:30, her demise following 
an operation for goitre which she underwent a short time ago. 
The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock with 
services at the Congregational Church, Rev. Hawkes officiating 
and burial will be at Pioneers Rest.
Mrs. Cayo, who was Elizabeth Jourden before her marriage, was 
born at Kewaunee March 31 fifty years ago and came to this 
country (sic) to live fifteen years ago. The husband preceded 
her in death two years ago and she is survived by her parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Jourden, two brothers, Emil Jourden of 
Chicago, and Joseph Jourden of this city and one sister, Mrs. 
Emily Earon of Lockport, New York.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, April 25, 1927 P.6
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Mrs. William Cayo received $500 insurance from the Aluminum 
Goods Manufacturing company for the death of her husband, 
William Cayo who died July 23. Mr. Cayo was insured through 
the group system.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, August 13, 1925 P.5


WM. CAYO

Wm. Cayo Dies at Home
Wm. Cayo died this morning at his home at 808 Eighteenth street 
of dropsy from which he has been suffering for 18 months. He was 
employed at the Aluminum Goods plant No. 1. He was born March 16, 
1869 in this city and lived here practically all the time, except 
for a few years he was fishing at Kewaunee. He was the father of 
ten children, who are all dead. Besides his widow he has to mourn 
his loss, four brothers, Mike, of Chicago, Mitchell of this city, 
Alex of Milwaukee and Mose of whom they have not heard since the 
war. They do not know if he is dead or alive. Five sisters, Mrs. 
Joseph Lafond of this city, Mrs. Joseph Gagnon of L'Anse, Mich., 
Mrs. Frank Van Beek of Hart, Mich., Mrs. Emil Christensen of this 
city and Mrs. William Gardner of Fond du Lac. He was a member of 
the I.O.O.F. and Loyal Order of Moose. Funeral will be held from 
the home Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, the Rev. T.A. Hawkes 
officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, July 23, 1925 P.11


DONALD CELLE

Donald Stelle, three months old son of Mr. and Ms. Walter Stelle, died 
at the family home Sunday morning having been ill from birth. The funeral 
was held Tuesday, Rev. Haase officiating. 
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Apr. 1, 1927 


EDNA CELLE

Mrs. Edna Celle, 70, of 1601A 17th St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening at
Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran
Church Two Rivers. The Rev. Marten Scheele will officiate with burial in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Celle, nee Edna Lauber, was born June 18, 1905, at Two Rivers, daughter
of the late Adam and Emma Mandel Lauber. She was married to Walter J. Celle
Aug. 29, 1925, at Milwaukee. He preceded her in death June 30, 1966. She was
a member of St. John Ladies Aid Society.
Survivors include two sisters-in-law Mrs. Grace Lauber, of Green Bay and Mrs.
Mae Emerey, of Princeton and a nephew, (private). Two sons, a brother and
three sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after
4 p.m. Friday. The casket will be moved to the church after 9 a.m. Saturday
where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, January 8, 1976  p.3
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(18 Jun 1905/Jan 1976/SSDI)
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Funeral card:
In Memory Of
MRS. EDNA CELLE
Born in   Two Rivers, Wisconsin
June 18, 1905
Passed away in Two Rivers, Wisconsin
January 7, 1976
Services
10:00 AM.
Saturday, January 10, 1976
St. John's Ev, Lutheran Church
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Rev. Martin Scheele, Officiating
Place of Interment
Pioneers Rest Cemetery
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
KLEIN & STANGEL, INC. FUNERAL HOME
Two Rivers, Wisconsin


JAMES CELLE

James Celle, 11, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Celle, Two Rivers, died at 8 p.m. 
yesterday at the municipal hospital in this city. Although in ill health for 
some time, death came unexpectedly as he had been up and around until he was 
stricken at the noon hour.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the 
Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home at Two Rivers and at 2 p.m. from St. 
John's Lutheran church with the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Interment will 
be made in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel, Inc. funeral home after 7 p.m. 
today and up to the time of the funeral Saturday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, November 9, 1939 P.2
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[James Edward]


WALTER J. CELLE

Walter J. Celle, 68, of 1718 W. Park St., Two Rivers, retired former operator 
of a Two Rivers Washington Street television and radio repair service 
establishment for a number of years, and a former Two Rivers councilman, died 
Thursday afternoon at Manitowoc Memorial Hospital, where he had been a patient 
16 years.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Saturday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 pm at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, the 
Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Celle was born may 23, 1898 at Milwaukee, son of the late John and Emma Ott 
Celle. He married the former Edna Lauber, formerly of Two Rivers, at Milwaukee 
Aug. 29, 1925. In 1926 the couple moved to Two Rivers where Mr. Celle was employed 
at Kahlenberg Bros. Co. as a machinist until 1945 when he established his own 
business. He served on the Two Rivers city Council from 1942 - 1946 for two 
terms.
Besides his wife, he leaves a sister, Mrs. Mae Emery of Westfield, Wis. Two sons 
preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., July 1, 1966 page M18
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(23 May 1898/Jun 1966/SSDI)


CLARA CESS

Clara Cess, 94, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday, March 26, 1989 at 
the Home. Funeral services will be 3 pm Wednesday at St. John Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. Rev. David Sherbarth will officiate with burial at Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Cess was born June 7, 1894 in the Town of Two Rivers, daughter of the late 
Henry P. Schmidt and Louise Abrath. She married Otto W. Cess on September 4, 
1929 at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. She and her husband farmed in the 
Town of Gibson for 36 years. She moved to Two Rivers after her husband passed 
away on April 2, 1965.
Survivors include four nieces, Mrs. Leslie Guetschow, Mrs. Jeanette Lo. Reihl, 
Mrs. Harvey Glaser, Mrs. Adele Riha, all of Two Rivers; a nephew, Orin Burmeister 
of Sommers Point, New Jersey. She was preceded in death by two brothers, five 
sisters, including a twin sister, Henrietta, who preceded her in death February 16, 
1989.
Friends may call at St. John Lutheran Church, 2:30 pm Wednesday and until the hour 
of service at 3 pm. There will be no visitation at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home. Memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church or the donors choice.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Mar. 27, 1989 page B7
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(Clara Cess/07 Jun 1894/26 Mar 1989/SSDI)


OTTO CESS

Otto Cess, 72, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died Friday afternoon while being taken to 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Town of Gibson, the Rev. Roger Fleming officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Cess was born Feb. 14, 1893, in the Town of Gibson, son of Henry and Emma 
Strutz Cess. He lived his entire life on the farm home. He married the former 
Clara Schmidt at St. John Lutheran Churach, Two Rivers, Sept. 4, 1929.
Besides his wife the only other survivor is a cousin, Emil Zilmer, of Algoma.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 2 
p.m. Sunday until 10:30 a.m. Monday when the casket will be taken to the church 
where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, April 3, 1965 P.14


JOHN CHALUBNIK

Tisch Mills Man Dies Here
John Chalupnik(sic), aged bachelor who has made his home at Tisch Mills practically 
his entire lifetime, died at the Holy Family hospital this morning, death being 
due to infirmities due to old age. Mr. Chalupnik was a cheesemaker and had 
nearly rounded out his three score and ten.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 6, 1923  P.2
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John Chalupnik(sic), familiarly known as "John, the cheesemaker", passed away at Holy 
Family hospital on Thursday, Dec. 6, a victim of dropsy. The remains were brought 
to this city and rested n the Odd Fellows lodge rooms and the funeral was held 
Sunday afternoon, conducted by that order. He was also a member of the Bohemian 
lodge, Z.C.B.J., the members of which attended the funeral. Deceased was 60 years 
of age and believed to have been born in Bohemia. No record however, was available 
for information regarding his birth, he having come here three years ago to reside 
and being unmarried, with no known relatives except a sister in Iowa, who could not 
be located.
The Reporter, Fri., Dec. 14, 1923
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(1910 Two Creeks census: 
John Chalupnek(sic) age 45 cheese maker) 
(His location in the cemeteries is unknown)


G. ELLEN CHARTER

Gertrude Ellen Charter, age 81, formerly of 1615 22nd St., and currently residing 
at "Harmony" of Two Rivers, passed away on Sunday afternoon, January 28, 2001, at 
the assisted living home.
Funeral Services will be held at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, February 1, 2001, at Grace 
Congregational United Church of Christ, Two Rivers. Rev. Kim Henning will officiate 
at the service with burial at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Ellen was born October 3, 1919, in Portland, Maine, daughter of the late Howard and 
Gertrude Charter. As her father was a Naval Officer, stationed on an island off of 
Portland, she came to live with her late Uncle Bernard and Aunt Signe (Sally) Charter, 
in Evanston, Ill., to begin her elementary education. She graduated in 1937 from 
Haven High School, in Evanston. She attended National College of Education and in 
1941, received a Bachelor of Education Degree. Ellen began her teaching career, in 
Two Rivers, as a fifth grade teacher at Koenig School, in 1946, she moved to Washington 
Grade School, Two Rivers, as a fourth grade teacher. In 1950, she was awarded her 
Masters of Arts Degree from Teachers College Columbia University, New York City. Her 
final school change came in 1962, when the J.F. Magee School was opened. She taught 
third and fourth grades there. Her former students will remember her early intervention 
of Wisconsin History into the curriculum and field trips to the State Capital, in 
Madison, while at Washington Grade School. This also included the history of Two Rivers. 
She became the first president of the Two Rivers Historical Society when it was formed 
on April 8, 1963. In May, 1991, she was honored by the Two Rivers School District for 
her 50 years of dedication to the students. She retired in June of 1993. She was past 
president of the Two Rivers Quarter Century Club, served on many committees within the 
education arena and currently was an honorary director of the Educational Horizons 
Foundation. She was initiated into the Sigma State Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma 
Society of Wisconsin, in Milwaukee, and was very proud of her 46 years of membership.
An annual scholarship established in her name is awarded to a high school senior, 
interested in becoming a teacher, by this organization. Membership was also in the 
Manitowoc County Retired Educators Assoc. her interests also included travel, collector 
of antiques and being an avid lover of pets, especially cats.
In recent years she often remarked to fellow teachers, Joyce Beth and Bonnie Wichlacz, 
how she deeply appreciated the help, love and care of the Caregivers from Manitowoc Home 
Care Service and Harmony of Two Rivers.
She is survived by the J.F. Magee School Staff, during her teaching tenure, her former 
students, cousins, Dorothy Lindsten, Chicago, Ill., and Merle Anderson, Woodstock, Ill. 
and friends.
Memorials may be made to Ellen Charter Scholarship Fund, Educational Horizons Foundation, 
Inc., P.O. Box 84, Two Rivers, Ellen Charter Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship Fund, 
Educational Horizons Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 84, Two Rivers, Ellen Charter Delta 
Kappa Gamma Scholarship, in care of Mary Schmidt, Treasurer, 2945 40th St., Two Rivers, 
American Cancer Society, Inc., 1551 N. 8th St., Manitowoc, Alzheimer's Association, 
919 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1100, Chicago IL 60611, Lakeshore Humane Society, 1556 N. 
8th St., Manitowoc, WI 54220 or the donor's choice.
Friends may call at Grace Congregational Church on Thursday, after 3:30 p.m. until the 
time of service at 4:30 p.m.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers is assisting with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 30, 2001  P. A8
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(Gertrude E./03 Oct 1919/28 Jan 2001/SSDI)
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Funeral Services for Gertrude Ellen Charter, age 81, formerly of 1615 22nd St., 
and currently residing at "Harmony of Two Rivers, who passed away on Sunday 
afternoon, January 28, 2001, at the assisted living home, will be held at 4:30 
p.m., Thursday, February 1, 2001, at Grace Congregational United Church of 
Christ, Two Rivers. Rev. Kim Henning will officiate at the service with burial 
at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Memorials may be made to Ellen Charter Scholarship Fund, Educational Horizons 
Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 84, Two Rivers, Ellen Charter Delta Kappa Gamma 
Scholarship, in care of Mary Schmidt, Treasurer, 2946 40th St., Two Rivers, 
American Cancer Society, Inc., 1551 N. 8th St., Manitowoc, Alzheimer's Association, 
919 N. Michigan Ave., suite 1100, Chicago, IL 60611, Lakeshore Humane Society, 
1556 N. 8th St., Manitowoc, WI 54220 or the donor's choice.
Friends may call at Grace Congregational Church on Thursday, after 3:30 p.m. until 
the time of service at 4:30 p.m.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers is assisting with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 31, 2001


WENZEL CHOPEK

Notes from Two Rivers:
Wenzel Chapek(sic), aged 69 years, who for the past year has made his home at 
the Union House in this city, died at the Holy Family Hospital Sunday afternoon 
after an illness of a week. Death was due to pneumonia. Mr. Chapek was employed 
by the Frank Lonzo Fisch Company up to the time of his illness.
Deceased was born in Algoma and was for many years employed in the fishing 
industry here and other places. He was married twice but both wives preceded him 
in death. He is survived by three brothers, Anton and Frank Chapek of this city 
and Frank of Algoma.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs.,Mar. 10, 1927


CLARA CHRISTENSEN

Mrs. Clara Christensen, 59, member of one of the earliest Two Rivers families 
and widow of Dr. Emil Christensen, died early this morning at her home in that 
city.
Mrs. Christensen, nee Clara Cayo, had been active in women's organizations at 
Two Rivers until confined to her home by illness about a year ago.
Funeral services will be held Monday from the Jansky funeral home, conducted 
by the order of Eastern Star, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. T.A. Hawkes of Grace 
Congregational church officiating. Interment will be in Pioneer's Rest cemetery. 
The body is at the Jansky funeral home where it may be viewed from tonight until 
the time of the services.
Mrs. Christensen was born in Two Rivers on June 19, 1879, the daughter of the 
late Mr. and Mrs. Anton Cayo. Her father was one of the first coast guardsmen 
to be stationed at Two Rivers. On Oct. 8, 1899 she was married to Dr. Christensen, 
who had become associated with Dr. J.R. Currens two years before.
Her husband died May 26, 1932. Mrs. Christensen took an active part in the Royal 
Neighbors, the Eastern Star, the Elks Auxiliary and the Ladies Aid of the Grace 
Congregational church.
Mrs. Christensen's husband engaged in medical practice for 35 years. For many 
years he served as Two Rivers city physician and health officer. He also served 
as county cornoner, school commissioner and head of the Manitowoc county Medical 
society.
Survivors are four sons, Gary, John, Robert and Richard, all of Two Rivers; and 
daughter, Mrs. S. Megna, Milwaukee; three brothers, Michael, Chicago, Moses, Yakima, 
Wash., Alexnder, Milwaukee; two sisters, Mrs. Frank Van Beeck, Vicksburg, Mich., 
and Mrs. William Gardner, Fond du Lac; and one grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 30, 1938 P. 2
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[Clara Christiansen]
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News article; 
NARROW ESCAPE FROM DROWNING
On Christman morning, Dr. E. Christensen's wife and little son started to go from 
their home on Pearl St., to the home of Mrs. Christensen's father, who resides on 
the Eastside and instead of going over the Walnut Street bridge attempted to cross 
on the ice and thus avoid a much longer walk. This ordinarily would have been 
perfectly safe to do but it seems that the night before a fishing boat had cut its 
way through the ice and there was only a thin layer formed where the boat had passed 
and the snow fall Christmas night had hid this treacherous pathway. They broke 
through when they came to this thin ice and their cries for help soon brought them 
assistance, but none too soon, for Mrs. Christensen, who supported her little son 
with one hand, while she clung to the ice with the other, was so nearly benumbed and 
exhausted that she could not have held on a minute longer. As a result of their shock 
and terrible exposure each has been unwell most of the time since, but no serious or 
permanent effects are looked for. They were in the icy water only a few minutes before 
being rescued, but no human being could endure more than a few moments exposure thereto.
The Chronicle, Tues., Dec. 31, 1907

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Dr. E. Chrisiansen and his affianced bride, Miss Clara Cayo, left for Chicago last Saturday evening with a view of being joined in wedlock in that city. The marriage, we understand, will take place today. After a short wedding tour they will return to the city and go to housekeeping in a dwelling the doctor has rented in the northern portion of the city. The Chronicle extends its hearty congratulations.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Oct. 17, 1899
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Dr. Emil Christensen took the lady of his choice to Chicago to have their marriage ceremony performed so as to escape the custom among Two Rivers magistrates of kissing the bride.  He had his journey for nothing as the following from the Chicago Record clearly indicates:
"Before a crowd of people who thronged his courtroom yesterday afternoon, Judge Gary married Dr. Emil Christensen and Miss Clara Cayo, both of Two Rivers, Wis., and then stooped over and kissed the blushing bride. Those who saw the aged jurist exercise the prerogative of a marrying magistrate applauded him and Judge Gary did not rebuke them. Dr. Christensen is a friend of John Olson, clerk of Judge Gary's court. He came to Chicago with his fiancée to have the marriage ceremony performed by Cook County's pioneer judge."
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Oct. 24, 1899

DR. EMIL CHRISTENSEN

CHRISTENSEN FUNERAL WILL BE SATURDAY
Private Services Will Be Held With Masons In Charge
Funeral services for Dr. Emil Christensen, 62 year old physician of Two Rivers,
who was found dead in his bed yesterday afternoon by his wife, where he had
gone to rest from a sick call at noon, will be held from the home, 2003 Adams
street, Saturday at 2 p.m. and will be private. The services will be in charge
of Rev. T.A. Hawkes and the local Masonic lodge will(sic) interment in Pioneer's
Rest cemetery.
Dr. Christensen, although not in the best of health for the past few years,
had been able to continue his practice. For a span of 35 years he was prominent
in medical and civic circles of this city and county. He served a term as pres-
ident of the County Medical society and was also county coroner at one time.
His death was a shock to his host of friends here. He was a worker in the 
Masonic Lodge No. 200, and served several terms as worshipful master. He was
also a past exalted ruler of the Two Rivers lodge of Elks and a member of the
Modern Woodmen.
Dr. Christensen was at one time a partner of the late Dr. J.R. Currens, former
mayor. For 18 years he had his own offices in the Lake Hotel block and for the
past year at his home. The deceased was also prominent in the civic life of
Two Rivers. He was a member of the board of education at one time, also serving
as city physician and health officer.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 27, 1932  p.15

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Dr. E. Chrisiansen and his affianced bride, Miss Clara Cayo, left for Chicago last Saturday evening with a view of being joined in wedlock in that city. The marriage, we understand, will take place today. After a short wedding tour they will return to the city and go to housekeeping in a dwelling the doctor has rented in the northern portion of the city. The Chronicle extends its hearty congratulations.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Oct. 17, 1899
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Dr. Emil Christensen took the lady of his choice to Chicago to have their marriage ceremony performed so as to escape the custom among Two Rivers magistrates of kissing the bride.  He had his journey for nothing as the following from the Chicago Record clearly indicates:
"Before a crowd of people who thronged his courtroom yesterday afternoon, Judge Gary married Dr. Emil Christensen and Miss Clara Cayo, both of Two Rivers, Wis., and then stooped over and kissed the blushing bride. Those who saw the aged jurist exercise the prerogative of a marrying magistrate applauded him and Judge Gary did not rebuke them. Dr. Christensen is a friend of John Olson, clerk of Judge Gary's court. He came to Chicago with his fiancée to have the marriage ceremony performed by Cook County's pioneer judge."
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Oct. 24, 1899

GARY CHRISTENSEN

Christensen, 49, of Two Rivers Dies
Stricken  with a heart attack at his home at 1716 W. Park street, Two Rivers, 
Tuesday morning, Gary R. Christensen, widely known Two Rivers resident and a 
veteran employe of the Hamilton Manufacturing company, died at the Two Rivers 
Municipal hospital at 10 o'clock Wednesday night.
Mr. Christensen had apparently been in good health since he suffered a heart 
stroke three years ago.
Funeral services for Mr. Christensen will be held at the Beduhn, Deja & Martin 
Inc., funeral home, Two Rivers, at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon, the Rev. W.G. 
Haase, pastor of St. John Lutheran church, officiating. Interment will be in 
Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 3 
o'clock Friday afternoon to the hour of services.
Gary Randolph Christensen was born in Two Rivers in 1901, a son of the late Dr. 
Emil and Clara Cayo Christensen. He completed his elementary education in the 
H.P. Hamilton school and was graduated from Two Rivers high school in 1919. 
Since graduation from the high school he was an employe of the Hamilton Manu-
facturing company, working in the research engineering department. Two years 
ago he was made a member of the Hamilton firm's 30 year club.
Surviving are his wife, the former Miss Hortense Zinn of Two Rivers, whom he 
married in 1928 and a daughter, Miss Carol Christensen at home. He also leaves 
three brothers, John and Robert of Two Rivers and Richard of Grove, Okla., and 
a sister, Mrs. S. Megna, of Tucson, Ariz.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, November 9, 1950 P. 22
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A pretty wedding was solemnized Wednesday afternoon at St. John's Lutheran 
Church when Rev. W.G. Haase performed the ceremony which united Gary 
Christensen and Hortense Zinn in the presence of immediate relatives and 
friends. The groom is the son of Dr. and Mrs. E. Christensen, employed as a 
draftsman at the Hamilton plant and the bride is a daughter of ex-alderman 
and Mrs. Peter Zinn, also of this city.  She was employed at the Hamilton office 
here. Both are popular with many friends.
The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Geraldine Zinn as maid of honor 
and Robert Christensen, brother of the groom, was the best man.  Miss Vila 
Zinn and John Christensen, sister and brother of the bride and groom 
respectively, were the other attendants.  A wedding dinner was served at 
24 guests at the home of the bride's parents, 1819 Twelfth Street after 
which the couple departed on a honeymoon tour of  the southern part of 
the state. Upon their return they will make their home at 2003 Adams St.
Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - June 21, 1928 


HANS J. CHRISTENSEN

Hans J. Christiensen (sic), 78, prominent contractor in Two Rivers, died at 
the Madison General hospital this morning after a four week illness.
His body will be brought to the Beduhn funeral home in Two Rivers and may be 
viewed after 2 p.m. Friday. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday 
at the Congregational church in Two Rivers, the Rev. Donald Mills officiating. 
Burial will be in Pioneer Rest cemetery.
He was born in Risser, Norway, in 1866, and came to this country with his 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Christ Christiensen, in 1871. They settled in New Jersey 
for a short period and then moved to Chicago. Immediately following the Chicago 
fire, the family moved to Manitowoc. Mr. Christiensen was married in Two Rivers 
in 1904 to Miss Josephine Leyse, and the couple settled in that city. They have 
spent the greater part of the past 30 years as residents of Two Rivers.
He is survived by two sons, Nelmer L. of Two Rivers and Orlo C. of Kewaunee; 
two sisters, Mrs. Pheodore Musel and Mrs. J.E. Johsnon, both of Racine.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, April 18, 1945 P. 2


HORTENSE CHRISTENSEN

Hortense M. Christensen, 86, a resident of Pleasant Acres Nursing Home, Oshkosh, 
died Sunday, February 5, 1989 at the Home. Funeral services will be 11 am Tuesday 
at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Edward Stelter will 
officiate and burial will be in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Christensen was born January 27, 1903, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late 
Peter and Alma Frenz Zinn. She married Gary Christensen on June 20, 1928 at Two 
Rivers. Mrs. Christensen retired from Schwartz Mfg. Co., after many years of 
employment.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Carol and James Jurk of Oshkosh; two 
grandsons, Bradley Jurk of Ladysmith and David Jurk of Oshkosh; a brother, John 
Zinn of Two Rivers; three sisters and a brother-in-law, Dora Seefeldt and Wilma 
and Martin Busse of Two Rivers and Geraldine Leitzke of Manitowoc. She was preceded 
in death by two sisters, Vila Kasten and Hazel Babish and two brothers, William and 
Carl Zinn.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 5 pm to 8 pm 
Monday and at the church on Tuesday from 10 am to the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon, Feb. 6, 1989 page B5
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A pretty wedding was solemnized Wednesday afternoon at St. John's Lutheran 
Church when Rev. W.G. Haase performed the ceremony which united Gary 
Christensen and Hortense Zinn in the presence of immediate relatives and 
friends. The groom is the son of Dr. and Mrs. E. Christensen, employed as a 
draftsman at the Hamilton plant and the bride is a daughter of ex-alderman 
and Mrs. Peter Zinn, also of this city.  She was employed at the Hamilton office 
here. Both are popular with many friends.
The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Geraldine Zinn as maid of honor 
and Robert Christensen, brother of the groom, was the best man.  Miss Vila 
Zinn and John Christensen, sister and brother of the bride and groom 
respectively, were the other attendants.  A wedding dinner was served at 
24 guests at the home of the bride's parents, 1819 Twelfth Street after 
which the couple departed on a honeymoon tour of  the southern part of 
the state. Upon their return they will make their home at 2003 Adams St.
Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - June 21, 1928 
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[bur.02-07-1989/age 86 yrs.]


JOSEPHINE CHRISTENSEN

Funeral services for Mrs. Hans Christensen, 76, former Two Rivers resident 
who died Monday at the Wisconsin Masonic Home at Dousman, Wis., will be held 
at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Beduhn, Deja and Martin Funeral Home. The Rev. 
William T. Hoskins of the Congregational Church of Kewaunee will officiate 
and burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Christensen, born Aug. 20, 1875, at Lansin, Ia., came to Two Rivers with 
her parents when she was five and remained until five years ago. In 1903 (sic) 
she was married to Hans J. Christensen. She was a past matron in the Eastern 
Star and for many years was prominent in the activities of the organization.
She is survived by two sons, Orlo of Kewaunee and Nelmer of Two Rivers; a 
sister, Mrs. Angie Hansen of Kewaunee; two brothers, Albert and Norman of 
Kewaunee; and three grandchildren. Her husband died in 1945.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 15, 1952 P. 2


ORLO C. CHRISTENSEN

Orlo C. Christensen, 75, of 416 Rose Street, Kewaunee, died Monday, Oct. 1, at 
the Kewaunee Health Care Center.
Memorial services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Community Congregational Church, 
Kewaunee. Rev. Joe Baker will officiate with burial following cremation in 
Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Christensen was born November 25, 1908, at Bayfield, Wisconsin, son of the 
late Hans J. and Josephine Leyse Christensen. He became a master mason on July 3, 
1944. He was a member of the Scottish Rite Valley of Green Bay, Tripoli Shrine 
and the Green Bay Shrine Club. Mr. Christensen was a member of Eastern Star, the 
Green Bay Shrine Band, Community Congregational Church and the church choir of 
Kewaunee. He was  a member of the Musicians Union, the Hamilton Band of Two Rivers 
and member and organizer of the Kewaunee Chamber Maid Band. Mr. Christensen was 
co-founder of West Shore Manufacturing company of Kewaunee which is now Medalcraft 
Inc. of Green Bay. He married Annabelle Wainwright on June 12, 1937, at Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Annabelle; a brother-in-law, Don Surfus of Manitowoc; 
two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Gertrude Christensen of Two Rivers and Mrs. Golden Vnuk 
of Kenosha; and six nieces and six nephews, Mrs. Rozanne Mueller of Green Bay, Mrs. 
Judy DeWeerdt of West Bend, Dan Surfus of Middleton, Gerald Surfus of Oakland, 
Calif., Mrs. Marilyn Neuser of Alaska, Ronald Vnuk of Manitowoc, David Vnuk of 
Indiana, Mrs. Janet Mellberg of Green Bay, Richard Vnuk of Calif., Mrs. Kenneth 
Kumbalek of Green Bay, Mrs. Ronald Mueller of Mishicot and Jim Christensen of 
Nevada. He was preceded in death by a brother Nelmer.
Memorials may be made to the Committee to Combat Huntington's Disease, in care of 
Roz Mueller, 260 Seminole Lane, Green Bay, WI 54303.
Herald Times Reporter, October 2, 1984 P. 3
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[bur. 10-04-1984/age 75 yrs.]
(25 Nov 1908/Oct 1984/SSDI)


FRED W. CHRISTIANSEN

Fred Christiansen, (photo) 98, Rt. ? Two Rivers, retired former superintendent of 
the Manitowoc County Teachers College and a teacher in Manitowoc County schools for 
more than ????? century, died shortly after 1 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Hospital 
in Manitowoc.
Mr. Christiansen had been a patient at the hospital for the past two weeks following 
a broken hip sustained in a fall at his home.
Funeral arrangements are in charge of Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels in Two Rivers. 
They will be announced Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, May 24, 1958 P. 11
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Masonic funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Deja & Martin Inc. 
Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers, for Fred W. Christiansen, 98 year old retired educator 
and one of the oldest members of the Masonic fraternity in the nation. The sermon 
was delivered by the Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc, while the Masonic rites at the chapel and at graveside at Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery, were ???ected by Herber Clayton, past Master of Two Rivers Lodge No. ?00 
F. & A.M. with which organization Mr. Christiansen was a member for 72 years.
Active pallbearers, all members of the Two Rivers Lodge of Masons, were Kurt H. Wilke, 
John Zuehl, Hugo Hamernik, Fred. H. Laubenstein, Carl M. Bloomquist and Peter ?????.
Honorary palbearers, ?????ing a number who were associated with Mr. Christiansen in 
the teaching profession, were Albert W. Tetzlaff, Clarence Carbon, Edwin S. Mueller, 
Walter E. O'Connell, Bernard Schwake, Armond F. Kuc?er, Eugene Krejcarek and Joseph F. 
Rappel.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 28, 1958 P. 17


LAURA CHRISTIANSEN

Mrs. Fred Christiansen, 85, (photo) of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc, Monday afternoon. She had been a patient the past nine 
days.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, with the Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti of the First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc, officiating and burial will be in Pioneer's Rest cemetery, Two Rivers.
A former public school instructor in Manitowoc County, Mrs. Christiansen, nee 
Laura Agnes Fulton, was born Nov. 29, 1871, a daughter of the late Capt. A.G. 
and Elizabeth Johnson Fulton, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc. She was the last survivor of 
the Capt. A.G. Fulton family.
Mrs. Christiansen attended rural schools on Rt. 1, Manitowoc, and later instructed 
at the Shady Side School, Manitowoc Rapids, and in the Town of Gibson.
On July 25, 1894, she was married to Fred Christiansen in the Town of Manitowoc 
Rapids at the Fulton farmstead with the Rev. Oliver Chapin officiating. On July 25, 
of this year the couple celebrated its 63rd wedding anniversary.
After the marriage the couple lived in Manitowoc for 15 years where Mr. Christiansen 
was county superintendent of schools for six years and then took a position at what 
was then called the County Training School as principal.
While her husband held the school post for 3 years, Mrs. Christiansen helped her 
husband in the creating of the present Manitowoc County Teachers College. She 
selected the site and aided in the design of the school which was changed from the 
County Training school to the County Normal.
In 1906 the couple moved to Rt.2, Two Rivers.
(Unreadable sentences) First Presbyterian Church and was a prominent member of the 
Old Missionary Society. She also had been active in farm conservation work for many 
years.
Surviving are her husband, three sons, Alfred F., district attorney of Marquette 
County, residing at Westfield, Wis., Wilfred, at home, and Frederick J., of Waltham, 
Mass.; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A daughter died 57 years 
ago.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 6, 1957 P. 15


MRS. FERDINAND CHRISTIANSON

From Der Nord Westen, 31 Aug. 1893:
Mrs. Ferdinand Christianson recently died in Sheboygan. Her body was
brought to Two Rivers on Mon. for burial in the Lutheran Cemetery. 
The deceased was a daughter of Mrs. F. Bonhart of Two Rivers.


ELLA M. CLARKE

BRIEF ILLNESS PROVES FATAL TO MRS. CLARKE 
Wife of Hamilton Executive Dies at Municipal Hospital At 3 A.M. Today 
Death at 3 o'clock this morning in the Municipal Hospital At 3 a.m. Today
Death at 3 o'clock this morning in the Municipal hospital claimed a well-known 
resident, Mrs. Walter W. Clarke, 47, 1620 24th street. Death was due to 
complications. She had been ill since Christmas and had been a patient at the 
hospital for the (sic) 10 days.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 from the home and at 
2 o'clock from Grace Congregational church, with the Rev. Thomas A. Hawkes 
officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery.
The body will be taken to the home from the Beduhn & Goetz funeral home at 2 
o'clock Friday afternoon.
Mrs. Clarke, nee Ella Mae Burt, was born in the town of Gibson, July 6, 1887, 
and had been a resident of this city 31 years. On October 20, 1906 she was 
married to Walter W. Clarke, advertising manager of the Hamilton Manufacturing 
company, who survives her.
Besides her husband, Mrs. Clarke, is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Laura 
Jasper and Mrs. Ruth Long, both of this city, and three sons, Finch, Herbert 
and Walter, Jr., all at homes. She also leaves three brothers, Herbert and Cory 
Burt of Marshfield and Jesse Burt of Niles, Mich., and one grandchild.
For many years Mrs. Burt was an active member of the Congregational church and 
the Ladies Aid society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 17, 1935  P.13


FINCH CLARKE	

FINCH CLARKE, CHICAGO AGENT HAMILTON, DIES 
End Comes After Year's Illness. Body to Be Shipped Here 
TWO RIVERS, Feb. 16-Finche Clarke, for the past thirty years manager of the 
Chicago offices of the Hamilton Mfg. Col., died at Chicago at 8 o'clock 
yesterday morning following an illness of a year. The body will be brought to 
this city Tuesday and funeral services will be held from the home of his son 
Walter, 1620 Twenty-fourth street, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. T.A. 
Hawkes officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery. Deceased was 
born in Milwaukee sixty-eight years ago and with his parents moved to this 
city where he spent his childhood days and attended the local schools. Mr. 
Clarke's mother was a daughter of H.H. Smith one of the early pioneer residents 
of the city. Mr. Clarke is well known in the city, being a frequent business 
visitor here. He is survived by his wife, three sons, Walter who is at the head 
of the art department of the Hamilton Manufacturing Co., L.B. Clarke, principal 
of the Washington High school, Rev. Finch Clarke of Chicago and one daughter, 
Flora Belle, of Chicago. 
Manitowoc Herald News, February 16, 1925  P.5
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A man largely identified with the progress of one of our great local industries 
almost since its beginning, passed away at Chicago on Sunday last, when Finch 
Clarke died at his home in that city at the age of sixty-eight years.
Mr. Clarke was a resident of this city in the seventies. He was a son of Marcina 
Clarke and Laura Smith Clarke, daughter of "Deacon" H.H. Smith who was perhaps 
the most notable character in the pioneer life of Two Rivers. He was born in 
Milwaukee, Wis., on February 16, 1857. When a small boy he moved with his mother 
and brothers to Two Rivers, Wisconsin. Here he spent his boyhood playing, swimming 
and fishing with J.E., H.P. and George D. Hamilton. Here also he attended the Two 
Rivers public school where he received all the education a boy expected to get 
in those days. Among his classmates (according to a report for December, 1872 by 
the principal, Mr. John Fayville) were Carrie Pierpont Wood, Ella Conine and Senator 
Thomas Walsh of Montana.
At the age of nineteen he went to Chicago where he was employed as -- illegible-- 
by the --illegible-- Lumber company for several years. In 1881 he was married to 
Rosabel Norris Clarke of Niles, Michigan. Returning from a resident of six years 
in Spokane, Washington, he began as manager of the Chicago office for the Hamilton 
Manufacturing Co., a period of service lasting nearly thirty years. He performed 
the duties of his position with precision and devotion and was ever watchful and 
solicitous for the best interests of the Hamilton Manufacturing Co. He was an 
elder in the Church of the Covenant of Chicago and a member of the Royal Arcanum 
Lodge. 
He is survived by his wife, Rosabel Norris Clarke and his daughter, Laura Belle 
Clarke of Chicago and by his sons, the Rev. F.A. Clarke of Chicago and Walter W. 
Clarke and L.B. Clarke of Two Rivers and by his brother, Walter C. Clarke of Rahway, 
N.J.
The funeral service was conducted by the Rev. W.S. Bryan D.D. at the home in Chicago. 
A brief service was held at the residence of Walter Clarke here Wednesday afternoon 
at 2 o'clock, the Rev. T.A. Hawkes of Grace Congregational Church officiating, and 
the interment was at Pioneer's Rest Cemetery.
The Reporter, Fri., Feb. 20, 1925


FREDERICK MARSENA CLARKE

BODY OF GRANDSON OF DEACON SMITH BURIED HERE
The remains of Frederick M. Clarke were brought here for burial Saturday. Mr. 
Clarke died at Chicago November 16th. He was seventy-two years of age and an 
uncle of Walter and Barret Clarke of this city, whose parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. 
Clarke accompanied the corpse. The funeral was held Sunday morning, Rev. Judson 
Titsworth officiating. The Clarke family resided here fifty years ago and the 
deceased was a grandson of Deacon Smith, a distinguished pioneer character and 
businessman of Two Rivers.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 24, 1916
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Frederick M Clarke in household of: Marsena W Clarke, "United States Census, 1860"
Name: Frederick M Clarke
Event Type: Census
Event Year: 1860
Event Place: 7th Ward Milwaukie City, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Gender: Male
Age: 15
Race: White
Race (Original): [Blank]
Birth Year (Estimated): 1845
Birthplace: New York
Household Gender Age Birthplace
Marsena W. Clarke M 47 Connecticut
Laura A. Clarke F 38 New York
Frederick M. Clarke M 15 New York
Oscar E. Clarke M 9 Wisconsin
Finch Clarke M 3 Wisconsin
Catharine Maker F 40 Ireland
Johannah Walsh F 14 Ireland
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Wisconsin, Marriages, 1836-1930
Frederick M. Clarke
Spouse's Name: Angelina M. House Or Horise
Spouse's Birth Date: 
Spouse's Birthplace: 
Spouse's Age: 
Event Date: 01 Jul 1887
Event Place: 
Father's Name: M. W. Clarke
Mother's Name: Laura M. Smith
Spouse's Father's Name: Jas. Horise
Spouse's Mother's Name: Jane Beelinger


LAURA B. CLARKE

Miss Laura Belle Clarke, 77, of 2609 Washington St., Two Rivers, sister of L.B. 
Clarke, retired Two Rivers Washington High School principal, Two Rivers, died 
Sunday evening at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Grace Congregational United 
Church of Christ, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Miss Clarke was born June 5, 1896, at Chicago, daughter of the late Finch and 
Rosabelle Norris Clarke. She attended Chicago schools and was secretary for many 
years in the Chicago office of Hamilton Industries of Two Rivers and later for 
the S.S. White Co., Chicago. Retiring 15 years ago, she moved to Two Rivers. 
Besides the brother she leaves several nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Grace Church from 11 a.m. Wednesday until the time of 
services.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 25, 1973  P.20 
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(b. 5 June 1896/d. June 1973/SSDI)


L. B. CLARKE    [LENNOX BARRETT]

Lennox Barrett Clarke, 85, retired Long (sic) time principal of Two Rivers 
Washington High School, died Sunday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Grace Congregational United 
Church of Christ, Two Rivers. The Rev. Karl F. Koch will officiate and burial 
will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Clarke was born Nov. 19, 1887, at Chicago, son of the late Finch and 
Rosabelle Norris Clarke.
He married Lydia Schaper of Sheboygan County. She died in April of 1960.
Mr. Clarke is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Charlton (Lydia) Heston and Mrs. 
William (Holly) Nash, of South Milwaukee and a son, Robert, of Chicago.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 6 to 9 
p.m. Friday and after 11 a.m. Saturday at the church until the time of 
service.
Herald Times Reporter, September 4, 1973 P. 3
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Funeral services for L.B. Clarke, 85, of 2609 Washington St., Two Rivers, retired 
principal of Two Rivers Washington High School, who died Sunday afternoon at Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital, will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Grace Congregational 
United Church of Christ, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial 
will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Clarke was born Nov. 19, 1887, at Chicago, son of the late Finch and Rosabelle 
Norris Clarke. He was graduated from Northwestern University, Evanston, Ill., with 
a bachelor of arts degree. He came to Two Rivers High School to teach Latin and 
also became vice principal in 1912. He left for military service in 1917 in World 
War I and returned in 1919 and resumed principalship. He had been principal of 
Washington High School at Two Rivers from 1923 to 1953 when he retired. L.B. 
Clarke School at Two Rivers was named for him in 1969.
Mr. Clarke married Lydia Schaper, a former member of Two Rivers High School 
faculty, at Franklin, Sheboygan County, her home, July 10, 1920. She preceded 
him in death April 30, 1960.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Charlton (Lydia) Heston of Beverly Hills, Calif., 
and Mrs. William (Holly) Nash of South Milwaukee; and a son, Col. Robert B. Clarke 
of the U.S. European Command, legal division at Stuttgart, Germany, and six 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 6 to 9 p.m. 
Friday and after 11 a.m. Saturday at the church. Military memorial services will 
be conducted by Robert E. Burns Post No. 165, American Legion, at the funeral 
chapels at 6:30 p.m. Friday.
Herald Times Reporter, September 5, 1973 P. 3
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(Lennox Clarke/19 Nov 1887/Sep 1973/SSDI)
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Marriage of L.B./Lydia Clarke
WELL KNOWN INSTRUCTORS WEDNESDAY
L.B. Clarke and Miss Lydia Schaper, 
High School Instructors Here, Plight Troth at Franklin
Saturday, July 10th at Franklin, Wis., occurred a very beautiful wedding at 
which were united two of the most popular members of our Two Rivers High School 
faculty, L.B. Clarke and Miss Lydia Schaper. The ceremony was performed in the 
Emanuel Reformed Church which was beautifully decorated for the occasion. The 
wedding march was played on the church organ and sons were rendered by Supt. 
Wm. T. Darling and Miss Marion Hammel. A large number of guests were assembled 
from Two Rivers, Chicago and from Franklin and vicinity.
The decorated church, the exquisitely attired bride, the happy relatives and 
friends, all in the setting of a most beautiful day, united to make the wedding 
a perfect one. After the ceremony the guests repaired to the home of the bride 
where the wedding dinner was served and whence the happy couple started on their 
journey with the heartfelt good wishes of all.
The groom has been instructor of English and other studies in the local high 
school for the past seven or eight years excepting the period of his service 
overseas. After his return from army service he was re-instated in his former 
position which he has always conducted in an able, conscientious manner which 
commands the respects and appreciation of the students, his co-workers and the 
public.
The bride has also been one of the most efficient instructors in the high school, 
her specialties, German, French and English and has acquited herself with great 
credit in her chosen profession. Both possess many admirable personal qualities. 
Upon their return from their honeymoon sojourn the couple will settle in their 
home in this city on upper Washington Sstreet. The Reporter united with their many 
friends in the best of all wishes to them for lifelong happiness.
The Reporter, Thurs., July 15, 1920


LYDIA SCHAPER CLARKE

Funeral services for Mrs. L. B. Clarke, 70 of 2609 Washington St., Two Rivers, 
who died Saturday morning at West Side Hospital, Los Angeles, Calif., will be 
at 2 p.m. Thursday at Grace Congregational Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
Richard H. Trump officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers. 
Mrs. Clarke was stricken with a coronary ailment upon arrival at Los Angeles, 
Calif., five weeks ago, where she and her husband had gone to visit with her 
son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Charlton Heston. She had been confined 
to the Los Angeles hospital since. 
The remains of Mrs. Clarke reached Two Rivers early Wednesday morning and were 
taken to the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels. Mr. Clarke, his daughter, Mrs. 
Heston, and his son, Capt. Robert Clarke of Chicago, arrived in Two Rivers late 
Tuesday. 
Mrs. Clarke, nee Lydia Schaper, was born in the Town of Franklin, Sheboygan 
County, July 8, 1839, a daughter of the late Dr. Carl and Mary Luhman Schaper. 
She was graduated from Sheboygan Central High School with the class of 1908 and 
enrolled at Ripon College from which she was graduated in 1911, with a Bachelor 
of Arts degree. 
Majoring in instruction in German at Two Rivers High School for 11 years she 
served under the late superintendents, W.J. Hamilton and W.T. Darling. She was 
married July 10, 1920 to L.B. Clarke, who had been serving as principal at the 
Two Rivers high school. She had been a resident of Two Rivers nearly 50 years.
Mrs. Clarke had been active for many years in the Woman's Club, Ladies Charitable 
Assn., and Ladies of the Round Table of Two Rivers, as well as the Ladies Aid 
Society of Grace Congregational Church of which she was a long-time member.
Besides the husband, daughter and son, she leaves another daughter, Mrs. William H. 
Nash of South Milwaukee; a sister, Miss Ruth Schaper of Sheboygan, and four 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 o'clock until 9 o'clock this Wednesday 
evening and from noon Thursday until the hour of service at the church where the 
body will lie in state.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 4, 1960  P.21
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Marriage of L.B./Lydia Clarke
WELL KNOWN INSTRUCTORS WEDNESDAY
L.B. Clarke and Miss Lydia Schaper, 
High School Instructors Here, Plight Troth at Franklin
Saturday, July 10th at Franklin, Wis., occurred a very beautiful wedding at 
which were united two of the most popular members of our Two Rivers High School 
faculty, L.B. Clarke and Miss Lydia Schaper. The ceremony was performed in the 

Emanuel Reformed Church which was beautifully decorated for the occasion. The 
wedding march was played on the church organ and sons were rendered by Supt. 
Wm. T. Darling and Miss Marion Hammel. A large number of guests were assembled 
from Two Rivers, Chicago and from Franklin and vicinity.
The decorated church, the exquisitely attired bride, the happy relatives and 
friends, all in the setting of a most beautiful day, united to make the wedding 
a perfect one. After the ceremony the guests repaired to the home of the bride 
where the wedding dinner was served and whence the happy couple started on their 
journey with the heartfelt good wishes of all.
The groom has been instructor of English and other studies in the local high 
school for the past seven or eight years excepting the period of his service 
overseas. After his return from army service he was re-instated in his former 
position which he has always conducted in an able, conscientious manner which 
commands the respects and appreciation of the students, his co-workers and the 
public.
The bride has also been one of the most efficient instructors in the high school, 
her specialties, German, French and English and has acquited herself with great 
credit in her chosen profession. Both possess many admirable personal qualities. 
Upon their return from their honeymoon sojourn the couple will settle in their 
home in this city on upper Washington Sstreet. The Reporter united with their 
many friends in the best of all wishes to them for lifelong happiness.
The Reporter, Thurs., July 15, 1920


ROSABEL N. CLARKE

Mrs. Finch Clarke, 81, mother of Principal L.B. Clarke of the Washington high 
school, Two Rivers, died this morning at her home in Chicago. Her son was at 
her bedside when the end came.
Funeral services will be held in Chicago Friday afternoon and the body will be 
brought to Two Rivers, where her husband is buried. There will be brief rites 
at the grave in Pioneers Rest cemetery at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon.
Mrs. Clarke, nee Rosabelle (sic) Norris was born in Niles, Mich. She was married 
to Finch Clarke, a former Two Rivers resident, and located in Chicago. Mr. Clarke 
died in 1927.
Survivors are a son, L.B. Clarke of Two Rivers and a daughter, Miss Laura Belle 
Clarke, who resided with her mother.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 27, 1944  P.2


WALTER W. CLARKE

W.W. CLARKE DIES AT HIS HOME TODAY
Hamilton Co. Official Will Be Buried Saturday From Grace Congregational Church
TWO RIVERS(Special)-Walter Winfield Clarke, 51, advertising manager of the 
Hamilton manufacturing company and one of Two Rivers' best known ciitzens, 
died at his home at 1620 24th street early this morning.
Mr. Clarke's death followed a cerebral hemorrhage which was induced by an 
infection of the ear. His illness began early in the month and he entered the 
Municipal hospital for observation. In three days he had improved sufficiently 
to be taken to his home, but a week ago he suffered a relapse and had been 
confined to his bed since.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home and 
at 2:30 from Grace (photo) Congregational church, with the Rev. Thomas A. Hawkes 
officiating. Masonic services will follow at the family lot in Pioneers' Rest 
cemetery. The body can be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home tonight and until 3 
o'clock Friday afternoon when the body will be removed to the home.
Walter Clarke was born in Chicago, May 11, 1885, a son of Finch and Rosabel 
Norris Clarke. He received his education in the Knickerbocker elementary school 
and in 1903 at the age of 19 he came to Two Rivers to accept a position in the 
drafting department of the Hamilton Manufacturing company, then under Frank 
Kaufman, and had been in the employ of the company since.
He later took charge of the firm's art department, which position he held at the 
time of his death and in addition he supervised the company's advertising.
An enthusiast of art, Mr. Clarke was skilled in water color execution and oil 
painting.
For many years Mr. Clarke was affiliated with the local Masonic lodge. He was 
also one of the most active members of the Grace Congregational church, serving 
at one time as a deacon and clerk and superintendent of the Sunday school. He was 
also a member of the Cocobola camp of the Modern Woodmen and the Lions club.
Mr. Clarke with Joseph Borusky was the inventor of a computing cheese cutter 
which they were preparing to market. It is a specially designed table or stand 
36 inches high to hold the cutter and allows fine setting of the cutter for any 
amount of cheese desired.
On October 20, 1905, Mr. Clarke was married to Miss Ella Burt of this city, who 
preceded him in death on January 7, 1935. Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Finch 
Clarke of Chicago, two daughters, Mrs. Laura Jasper of this city, and Mrs. Ruth 
Long of Waupun, and three sons, Finch of Manitowoc, and Herbert and Walter Clarke 
Jr., both at home. He also leaves a sister, Mrs. Laura Belle Clarke of Chicago, 
and two brothers, the Rev. Finch A. Clarke of Madison, L.B. Clarke, principal of 
the Washington High school here, and two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 13, 1936 P. 9
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Rites For W.W. Clarke Held This Afternoon
TWO RIVERS (Special)-Funeral services for Walter W. Clarke, 51, who died at his 
home early Thursday morning were held this afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home 
and at 2:30 from the Grace congregatinal church, with the Rev. Thomas A.H. Hawkes 
officiating. Masonic services were conducted at the grave in Pioneers' Rest 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, August 15, 1936 P. 9


ELIZABETH CLUSEN

DEATH CLAIMS MRS. E. CLUSEN; MRS. O. CERULL
Two Residents of this City Succumb to Destroyer
Mrs. Elizabeth Clusen, widow of the late Ernst Clusen, died at her
home on South Thirteenth street last evening after a protracted
illness, aged 57 years. She was born at Two Rivers October 12, 1857
and came to this city in 1895 after the death of her husband in
1901. Seven children survive-Mrs. R.A. Kolb, of Medford; Hattie,
Florence and Albert of this city. One brother, George Weyhausen,
of Two Rivers, also survives.
Funeral arrangements have not been completed as yet.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, June 23, 1914  p.1
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Mrs. Elizabeth Clusen, a well known former resident here, died Monday at Manitowoc, 
where the family has resided for the past 19 years. Her husband who passed away 
years ago was the miller in the Wehausen mill here which is now operated by Schroeder 
Bros. Co.
Mrs. Clusen had been in ill health for many months, still her end was sudden and 
unexpected. The deceased was born in this city in 1855. She is survived by seven 
children, Mrs. Roland Kolb of Medford, Mrs. Fred Barnstein, Emma, Hattie, Anna, 
Florence and Albert, who is a cost keeper at the Hamilton Works. Also by one brother, 
Geo Wehausen, Superintendent at the water and light plant here. The funeral took 
place yesterday afternoon at the cemetery here, Rev. Grether of the Reformed Church 
at Manitowoc officiating.
The Reporter, Sat., June 27, 1914
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The funeral of the late Mrs. Clusen will be held from the home, 925 S. 
Thirteenth street, at 1:30 and the body will be taken to Two Rivers 
for burial.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 24, 1914  p.3


ERNEST CLUSEN

DEATH CLAIMS LIFE LONG RESIDENT CLUSEN
Paralysis, a third stroke of which had left him a helpless invalid, 
caused the death of Ernest Clusen at a late hour Thursday night, his 
demise occurring at his home on South Thirteenth street. In November 
last year decedent suffered a stroke and again in the opening of the 
new year. Last Thursday for a third time he was attacked, and since 
that time he has failed rapidly, dissolution following a week later.
Mr. Clusen has been a life long resident of Manitowoc county. Born at 
Kossuth in 1851, his early youth was passed there until the family 
removed to Two Rivers, where they continued to reside twenty years. 
Seven years ago Mr. Clusen came to Manitowoc and has since lived here. 
A wife to whom he has been married 23 years, together with eight 
children, two sons and six daughters survive him. The funeral will 
be held Sunday. Interment at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, April 11, 1901, p. 1
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Death Thurs. evening of 13th St. resident Ernest Clusen of a stroke. 
The deceased was born in Town Kossuth in 1851 and has spent his entire 
life in our county. He has been living in the city of Manitowoc for 
the last 7 years. He is survived by his widow and 8 children. The 
funeral was held Sun. in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Apr. 1901
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DIED
Clusen - At his home in the city of Manitowoc, Thursday, April 11, 1901, Ernst 
Clusen, aged 50 years. Ernst Clusen was born in the Town of Kossuth on Oct. 11, 
1851 and up to the time of his death the county remained his home. He learned 
the milling trade when a young man and worked in that trade in Mishicot and this 
city until about eight years ago and was one of the owners of the Two Rivers 
Flour Mill, his father-in-law, A. Wehausen, being principal owner. When the 
milling business failed in this county, several years ago, he engaged in other 
work and ultimately moved to Manitowoc where he lived up to the time of his death, 
which was due to paralysis. He was an invalid for nearly a year before death 
ensued. He leaves a wife and eight children - two sons and six daughters. The 
remains were brought here for burial and were in charge of the Sons of Hermann, 
to which order he belonged and burial according to the usages of that order, H. 
Falge of Manitowoc serving as eulogist. The funeral was a very large one, a great 
many carriages from Manitowoc, constitution the funeral cortege from that city 
to this place.
The Chronicle, Tues., Apr. 16, 1901
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Ernst Klusen
birth: 11 October 1850 Wisconsin
death: 11 April 1901 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers
residence: 1901 Manitowoc, Wis.
spouse: Eliza
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


IRMA OR IRENE CLUSEN

Death Fri. of a small child of Ernst Clusen here. The funeral 
took place Sun. in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 16 Nov. 1899
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An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Ernst Clusen, South Thirteenth 
street, died Friday evening. The funeral will be held at Two 
Rivers tomorrow.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, November 11, 1899 P.2
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Irene Clasen  (sic)
birth: 21 July 1899 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 10 November 1899 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1899 Manitowoc, Wis.
father: Evart Clusen (sic)
mother: Eliza Wehausen
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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From county death index: CLUSEN Irma Nov 10 1899 v.6 p.219  


OSCAR CLUSEN

DIED:
Oscar Clusen, aged 30 years, a well known young man of this city, died at an 
early hour Tuesday morning at the home of his mother, 925 South 13th street. 
The deceased had been in poor health for several weeks and his death was not 
unexpected. He was born in Two Rivers but came to this city with his parents 
when a young boy. For many years he was a clerk in Fechter's book store. When 
his health failed some eight weeks ago he was employed by George Bros. Co. as 
a traveling salesman. He was a member of the Royal League and belonged to 
Company H.
He is survived by his mother, one brother Albert, and six sisters, Mrs. R. Kolb, 
and Misses Anna, Adelia, Amelia, Hattie and Florence.
The funeral will be held this afternoon. Interment at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, August 15, 1912  pg. 1
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OSCAR CLUSEN, WELL KNOWN YOUNG MAN DEAD, AGED 30
Oscar Clusen, one of the best known young men of the city, died early today 
at the home of his mother, Mrs. E. Clusen, 925 South Thirteenth Street, news 
of the demise of Mr. Clusen being a surprise and shock to many friends. Funeral 
services will be held from the home at 2:30 Thursday and the body will be taken 
to Two Rivers for burial.
Mr. Clusen had been seriously ill but a short time though his health had been 
failing for several months and had been forced to give up a position as salesman 
with the George Bros. Co. A week ago his condition became critical and during 
the past two days, death had been expected at any time. Mr.Clusen was 30 years 
of age and was born at Two Rivers, coming to his city as a boy. For several 
years he was employed with the Chas. Fechter stationary store and later engaged 
as a traveling salesman. He was a member of the Royal League, served with Co. H 
and was popular with a large circle of friends.
Besides a widowed mother, Mr. Clusen is survived by six sisters and one brother, 
Mrs. R. Kolb, Anna, Adelia, Amelia, Hattie, Florence and Albert.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Aug. 13, 1912


ROBERT CLUSEN

Death Mon. of a 10-mo. old son of Robert Clusen(sic) of Manitowoc 
from child cholera. The burial took place yesterday in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, Thurs., Sept. 16, 1897
(Note: Per obit the child died Monday which was Sept. 13)
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Mr. E. Clusen of Manitowoc came here yesterday afternoon to arrange for the 
funeral of a ten months old son that died of cholera infantum yesterday morning. 
Mr. Clusen formerly resided here and his family burial lot is in our public 
cemetery. The funeral will take place tomorrow.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tues., Sept. 14, 1897
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Robert Clusen
birth: 12 November 1896 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 13 September 1897 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1897 Manitowoc
father: Ernst Clusen
mother: Eliza Wehausen
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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From State Microfich deaths: CLUSEN  Rob't  Sep 13 1897 


AUGUST J. COCHENET

August A. Cochenet, 81, of 1720-14th St., Two Rivers, and Pompano Beach, Fla., 
retired former hardware store operator and former president of the Two Rivers 
Lions Club, died unexpectedly at his Florida home Friday noon.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
Michael Koch officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Mr. Cochenet was born June 5, 1892, in the town of Gibson, a son of the late 
August and Mary Filliez Cochenet. Attending Mishicot schools he entered the 
Army in World War I, serving overseas.
For a number of years he was associated with the former Two Rivers Hardware Co. 
and later built and operated the South Side Hardware Co. store on the city's 
southside where he resided. Up to his retirement 16 years ago he was employed 
as a sheet metalist at the former Manitowoc Ship Building Co. He was a member 
and past commander of Eleven Gold Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars at 
Two Rivers, and served as a former secretary of the Two Rivers Chamber of 
Commerce.
Surviving are his wife, the former Fern Schneider, whom he married Oct. 4, 1921 
at St. Luke Catholic Church at Two Rivers; two daughters; a brother, Raymond of 
Two Rivers; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday where 
memorial services will be at 7 p.m.
Memorials may be sent to the Manitowoc-Two Rivers Area YMCA.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. October 6, 1973
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(Note: Tombstone says b. 1893)
(05 Jun 1893/Oct 1973/SSDI)
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Miss Fern Hazel Schneider, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Schneider, became the 
bride of Mr. August J. Cochenet Tuesday morning. The ceremony took place at St. 
Luke's parsonage at Two Rivers and was performed by Rev. Father Hugo. The 
attendants were Mr. Raymond Cochenet, brother of the groom and Miss Laura Priest 
of Green Bay. The bride is a popular young lady who has a large circle of friends. 
The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. August Cochenet of Mishicot. He is connected 
with the Two Rivers Hardware Company. They will make their home at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 6, 1921
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Corporal August J. Cochenet of Mishicot, who is serving with Company B, 
Tenth Machine Gun Battalion writes an interesting letter from Kemfus, 
Germany where he is stationed, to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. August Cochenet. 
Corporal Cochenet left here on April 27, a year ago and trained at Camp 
Custer until July 15 when he was sent to Camp Mills, N.Y. and on July 22 
was transferred to Boston where he boarded a boat and sailed for overseas 
on July 23. The trip was made via Halifax where the troops were permitted 
to land but remained only a short time and on August 8 landed being sent 
from there to Winchester. From Winchester on August 11, Cochenet was sent 
to Southhampton and embarked for Havre, France from which point he was 
transferred on a French railway line, the cars of which he says were a bit 
crowded with forty occupants being only about one half the size of the cars 
in the United States. On August 15 his contingent hiked to a chateau not far 
from Montigny where it spent two weeks and then was sent to Les Aix D'Angillion 
where further training in machine gun schooling was received. On November 5 
Corporal Cochenet was transferred from his own command to the 340 Machine Gun 
company of the Eighty-fifth division and was sent to the front where he was 
transferred to Company B of the Tenth Machine Gun Battalion at Eubille, France. 
It was ten o'clock on the morning of November 10 that the command of Corporal 
Cochenet moved to the front taking up a position in a swamp which had been left 
not long before by the Germans. Shortly after arrival Fritz gave the contingent 
a salute from one of his planes which furnished a few exciting moments, says 
the letter. "Fortunately for me the boys with whom I was now serving had been 
through the mill and knew the game and I learned rapidly how to take care to 
keep out of the way of Fritz." "We remained here until the eleventh, when the 
news of the armistice was received and on November 13 received orders to go 
back to Euville where we remained until November 21 and then were ordered into 
Germany with the army of occupation. Corporal Cochenet mentions many German 
principalities through which he passed and says that it was a most interesting 
experience and a beautiful country. "We traveled over roads that were the best 
and some that were the poorest, and not infrequently had to get out and pull 
our trucks out because they could not get through. Since November 21 I have been 
stationed here but am hopeful that I will soon be ordered to Brest to go back home."
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, March 28, 1919 Page 8


FERN H. COCHENET

Mrs. Fern Cochenet, 78, formerly of 1720 14th St., Two Rivers, died late Sunday 
night in Oconto Falls Hospital. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday in 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. The Rev. John Neuser will officiate 
and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Cochenet, nee Fern Schneider, was born September 24, 1899 in Black Creek, 
daughter of the late John and Mattie Burdick Schneider. As a child she moved 
with her family to Two Rivers where she attended Two Rivers Public Schools and 
High School. During World War II, she worked as a nurses' aide in the Two Rivers 
hospital. October 4, 1921 she was married to August Cochenet in Two Rivers. He 
preceded her in death October 5, 1973. Mrs. Cochenet was a member of VFW 
Auxiliary and past president of the organization.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Lois) Webster and Mrs. Tony 
(Mattie Lou) Chomczyk of Two Rivers; five grandchildren and two great grand
children.
Friends may call in Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday 
where the VFW Auxiliary will conduct a memorial service at 6:30 p.m. Memorials 
may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
Manitowoc Herald times -Monday, January 16, 1978 - page 3
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(24 Sept. 1898/Jan. 1978/SSDI)
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Miss Fern Hazel Schneider, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Schneider, became the 
bride of Mr. August J. Cochenet Tuesday morning. The ceremony took place at St. 
Luke's parsonage at Two Rivers and was performed by Rev. Father Hugo. The 
attendants were Mr. Raymond Cochenet, brother of the groom and Miss Laura Priest 
of Green Bay. The bride is a popular young lady who has a large circle of friends. 
The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. August Cochenet of Mishicot. He is connected 
with the Two Rivers Hardware Company. They will make their home at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 6, 1921


MARY CONRAD

Name: Conrad, Mary
D.: 1/17/1877
B.:
Reg. D.: 4/27/1877
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 17 Yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.: Two Rivers
Cem.: Two Rivers
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: R. K. Paine M.D. Mtwc.
Spouse: Carl Conrad
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death: Heart Disease & Hem. of
Add Info: Lungs. Occupation: Housework
Pg. #: 221


ALBERT CORBEG

The baby daughter(sic) of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Corbeg who died last night will 
be buried today at 2 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 13, 1928 P. 9
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(Note: It appears that the newspaper made an error or as in Evergreen cemetery, 
the sexton meant baby of Albert. This was common in older records entries)


ELSIE (GRINGEL) CORBEG

Funeral services for Mrs. Albert Corbeg, nee Elsie Gringle, who died at 
a Milwaukee hospital from pernicious anemia, were held this afternoon at 
two o'clock with Rev. W.G. Haase of the St. John's Lutheran church 
officiating. Mrs. Corbeg was a daughter of Fred Gringle of this city. 
Services were held at the C.J. Jansky funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, May 23, 1929 P.13
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The tombstone is a year off on the d. date)

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Miss Elsie Gringel, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gringel, 2213 Fourteenth Street and Albert Corberg, son of Mrs. Julia Lesperance, Thirteenth Street, were married at Waukegan, Ill., Saturday afternoon, announcing the event upon their return to this city. They were accompanied to Chicago by Mrs. Blanche Nelson of Milwaukee, a sister of the groom. For the present they will make their home with the bride's parents. The groom is employed here.
The Reporter - Fri., Oct.2 1925 

MARY CORDTS

Mrs. Mary Cordts, 87, of 1407 - 22nd St., Two Rivers, died at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital at 6 a.m. Monday. She sustained a broken hip in a fall two 
weeks ago.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Klein & Stangel 
Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Joseph Gabryszek officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Cordts, nee Mary Moseler, was born in Two Rivers on Feb. 22, 1868, a 
daughter of the late John and Caroline Albrecht Moseler. When a young woman 
she moved to Milwaukee where she resided for more than 30 years. She was 
married in Milwaukee to Eibe Cordts in 1893. He preceded her in death in 
1930. For the past 15 years she lived with her sister, Mrs. Christine 
Jerabek, at Two Rivers.
Mrs. Cordts, up to the time of her injury was an active member of the Golden 
Age Club of Two Rivers and also was a member of the Our Lady of Victory 
Apostolate of Suffering.
Besides her sister, Mrs. Jerabek, Mrs. Cordts leaves a number of nieces and 
nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 7, 1955 p.14


BENJAMIN A. CRANE

Benjamin A. Crane, 79, of 3118 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers, a retired longtime Chicago 
postal clerk, died Monday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been 
a patient for a month.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers, conducted by Two Rivers Lodge No. 200, F. and A.M., directed by Worshipful 
Master Robert R. Gauthier. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Crane was born in October of 1888 at Menominee, Mich., a son of the late Fred and 
Elizabeth Mabee Crane. When he was a child his family brought him to Two Rivers. As a 
young man he moved to Chicago where he was employed for many years at the Chicago Post 
Office. He married the former Meta Hartung in Two Rivers June 18, 1927. He was a member 
of Two Rivers' Lodge of Masons.
Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Richard Kirchner of Mt. Pleasant, Mich. A 
brother and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 30, 1968 P. 14
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Miss Meta Hartung, daughter of Mrs. Louis Hartung and Benjamin A. Crane of Chicago were 
united in marriage Saturday morning at eleven o'clock, Rev. T.A. Hawkes of Grace Congregational 
Church officiating at the ceremony in the presence of immediate relatives and friends. After a 
wedding dinner, Mr. and Mrs. Crane departed on an extended honeymoon sojourn and will 
make their home at Chicago where the groom holds a responsible position in the post office. 
Mrs. Crane recently returned from a three months' trip to Europe with her mother, Mrs. Louis 
Hartung and her sister, Miss Leatha Hartung. The bride is a graduate of Two Rivers high school, 
Wisconsin University and Columbia University, N.Y. She was a teacher by profession, specializing 
in English in the Manitowoc high school and also other schools. The groom is a son of Mrs. Elizabeth 
Crane of West Allis and was a resident of this city several years during the family's residence here.
Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - June 23, 1927


MATA C. CRANE

Mrs. Mata Crane, 86, of 3118 Mishicot Rd., Two Rivers, died Thursday at Municipal 
Hospital, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be at 7 pm Saturday conducted by 
Eastern Star Chapter No. 229, Two Rivers, at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home Inc., 
Two Rivers, with burial Monday in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Crane was born Jan. 21, 1888 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Louis and 
Caroline Radow Harting. She was graduated from Wisconsin State University- Oshkosh 
and attended summer school at Columbia University, New York City. She was married 
to Ben Crane June 18, 1927 at Two Rivers. She was a teacher in Montana and a number 
of cities in Wisconsin including Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. She was a member 
of A.A.U.W. Branch of Manitowoc, Eastern Star and Writers Club, a state organization.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Richard (Barbara) Kirchner, of Mt. Pleasant, Mich., 
and a sister, Mrs. Leatha Farner of San Patricio Jalisco, Mexico. Her husband 
preceded her in death in 1968.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home Inc., until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Aug. 2, 1974 page 3
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Miss Meta Hartung, daughter of Mrs. Louis Hartung and Benjamin A. Crane of Chicago were 
united in marriage Saturday morning at eleven o'clock, Rev. T.A. Hawkes of Grace Congregational 
Church officiating at the ceremony in the presence of immediate relatives and friends. After a 
wedding dinner, Mr. and Mrs. Crane departed on an extended honeymoon sojourn and will 
make their home at Chicago where the groom holds a responsible position in the post office. 
Mrs. Crane recently returned from a three months' trip to Europe with her mother, Mrs. Louis 
Hartung and her sister, Miss Leatha Hartung. The bride is a graduate of Two Rivers high school, 
Wisconsin University and Columbia University, N.Y. She was a teacher by profession, specializing 
in English in the Manitowoc high school and also other schools. The groom is a son of Mrs. Elizabeth 
Crane of West Allis and was a resident of this city several years during the family's residence here.
Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - June 23, 1927
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(21 Jan 1888/Aug 1974/SSDI)


JOHN R. CURRENS, DR.

DR. J.R. CURRENS OF TWO RIVERS IS SUMMONED
Pioneer Physician and Ex-Mayor Dies Early Today
Dr. J.R. Currens, pioneer physician of Manitowoc county, several times mayor
of Two Rivers, former president of the State Medical association, died at his
home at Two Rivers this morning after an illness that had confined him to his
bed less than a week. Dr. Currens was out on Thanksgiving day when he was the
guest of friends at dinner, but was taken ill the following day and his con-
dition was found to be beyond hope. He failed rapidly and death came today.
"Doc" Currens, as he was familiarly known not only to the people of his home
city, but throughout the county and among friends in his profession in the
state, was one of the best known medical men of the state and served on the
State Board of Health, of which he was president several years. He had been
one of the most active men in the work of developing Two Rivers and had 
served several years in official position there, an indication of the high
regard in which he was held.
Many Mourn Loss
The death of Dr. Currens causes widespread sorrow in Two Rivers, where, for
nearly forty years he had made his home and the announcement will also bring
sorrow to many who knew him throughout the ocuntry. Possessed of qualities
that won and held friends, Dr. Currens had surrounded himself with a host of
friends who, knowing him best, appreciated him. He belonged to the old school
of physicians who believed that his profession imposed a duty to the comm-
unity and self sacrifice for the benefit of those who needed his services,
was practiced by the decedent, who had made himself beloved in his profession.
Born in the East
John Randolph Currens was born January 26, 1885(sic), at Gettysburg, Pa., a 
son of Charles M. Currens, who, in 1860, with his family, removed to Plymouth, 
Ill., where Dr. Currens received his early education in the public schools and 
later entered Carthage college. He became a school teacher and in 1873 took 
up the study of medicine, later entering Rush Medical college, at Chicago,
and graduating with honors in 1878. The same year he located at Two Rivers to
take up the practice of his profession and to the time of his death, was in
active practice.
Dr. Currens attained prominence in his profession and was recognized by the
state with an appointment as a member of the State Board of Medical Examiners,
on which he served for eight years. Members of his own profession in the 
state and county honored him by election as president of the County Medical
society and later as president of the State Medical association. He was one of 
the organizers and was first president of the Confederation of Reciprocating
Medical Licensing and Registration boards, which secured enactment of measures
that permitted to interchange of licenses in the state, granting license to a
physician licensed in one state, by another.
Health Officer Home City
For twenty-two years Dr. Currens held the position of health officer of the
city of Two Rivers and had always been prominent in civic affairs of his home
town. In 1905 Dr. Currens was elected mayor of Two Rivers, serving for four
years and then after a lapse of years, he was re-elected and served for another
four years, retiring two years ago at his own request. As mayor he was respon-
sible for the institution of a number of projects for the upbuilding of the city,
and was one of the men active in securing to Two Rivers the interurban line
connecting it with Manitowoc.
When the suggestion that Two Rivers should have a public library was made, Dr.
Currens was one of the first to take up the work and labored diligently to 
carry it though to success, the library having been founded by public subscrip-
tion. Dr. Currens, during his administration as mayor, carried out the organ-
ization of the Two Rivers municipal water and lighting plant and initiated
many public improvements for the city.
In 1908 Dr. Currens was elected president of the Wisconsin League of Municipal-
ities and served one term. He took a prominent part in the state organization
and was widely known for his activities in state political organizations, 
having been a life long Republican and served as a member of the state central
committee of that body.
Father of "The San"
One of the movements in later years in which he was associated and in which
he took greatest pride was the founding of the Maple Crest Sanitorium for the
tuberculoris(sic) patients at Whitelaw. Dr Currens is credited with being
"the father of the San," having been one of the first to take active interest
in the organization which resulted in carrying out the project. Dr. Currens,
through his assciation with the State Medical board and kindred organizations
became interested in the plan and Manitowoc county was the first in Wisconsin
to establish a county sanitorium. Dr. Currens served as a member of the board
of trustees from the time the sanitorium was established in 1913 up to last
spring, when he asked to be relieved because of the condition of his health.
Wife Died in 1889
Dr. Currens was married in 1882 to Miss Carrie Pierpont, daughter of Judge and 
Mrs. H.S. Pierpont, and Mrs. Currens died in 1889. One child was born to the
marriage, a daughter, Carrie, who was married in 1905 to John N. Wallace of New
York. The Wallace family is now in New Zealand, and Mrs. Wallace will be unable
to attend the funeral.
Member of Masonic Order
Since 1879 Dr. Currens has been a member of the Masonic order and had held all
offices in the Two Rivers chapter of the order and had taken a prominent part
in the development of the lodge there. Dr. Currens was also a charter member of
the Two Rivers lodge of the Modern Woodmen which was founded in 1890.
During the war Dr. Currens was chairman of the Second district draft board, with
headquarters at Two Rivers and gave his time to the government service for many
months. He was active in the Liberty Loan campaigns and took an active part in
all work to promote the success of the American government in the war.
Funeral Not Decided
Owing to the fact that word from brothers of the decendent had not been received
at noon today, funeral plans have not been decided (can't read) nouncement will
be made later. Flags at Two Rivers are at half mast in honor of Dr. Currens, 
whose death has cast a pall over the city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, December 1, 1921  p.1
Doctor J.R. Currens Is Called by Death
Prominent Citizen of City and County is Summoned After a Short Illness
FUNERAL SERVICE SUNDAY
Practiced Here for Forty-Three Years; Endeared Himself to Many
Early this morning, shortly before dawn, the soul of Dr. J. R. Currens, passed 
out of the earthly temple into the great unknown. He had been ill about a week 
with intestinal trouble. During the pat year his powerful physique had failed 
noticeably and he was not able to resist the attack as he did about two years 
ago. Although several physicians were in almost constant attendance he succumbed, 
passing peacefully into the mystic realm at four this morning, without pain or 
struggle. Thus ended the career of one, who for forty years, has been one of the 
most prominent citizens of the city and county, one who at all times rose to the 
occasion for public welfare and contributed unselfishly in service and purse to 
the needy with whom he came into contact.
There was no better known figure in the medical profession of Manitowoc County 
than John Randolph Curren who has been engaged in the practice in Two Rivers for 
more than forty years during which time he has not only been appointed to 
positions of honor and trust in his profession, but has also been one of the 
leading men in civic affairs of his community.
Born January 26, 1855 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Dr. Currens, a son of Mr. 
Charles and Anna Eliza (Randolph) Currens, natives of Pennsylvania, the latter 
being through Nathanial Randolph, a descendent of the Fitz-Randolphs.
In 1860 the parents of Dr. Currens moved to Plymouth, Ill., where the father 
became interested in political circles, serving the town as president of the 
council. John Randolph Currens was only seven years of age when his mother died 
and he secured his preliminary education in the schools of Plymouth, the high 
school there and the college at Carthage, Ill. He taught school for a short time 
and in 1873 began studying medicine under Dr. Sapp of Plymouth, two years later
 entering Rush Medical College, Chicago, from which he was graduated in 1878. In 
April of the same year, he came to Two Rivers where he has since carried on an 
extensive practice.
Dr. Curren belonged to that old school of physicians so rapidly disappearing, 
that are ready to sacrifice themselves in everyway for their patients, answering 
calls at any time of the day or night, driving far into the country and making 
themselves generally beloved by all who know them, not only as physicians but as 
counsellors and as friends. His abilities were recognized in various ways and he 
has served as president of the Manitowoc County Medical Society and the Wisconsin 
State Medical Society, holding each office for one year.
For eight years he was a member of the Wisconsin State Board of Medical Examiners 
and for six years of that time was president. He was one of the organizers of 
American Confederation of Reciprocating Medical Licensing and Registering Boards 
and the local health officer for twenty years. Froom 1905 until 1909 he served Two 
Rivers as mayor and again from 1915 to 1921 having served the city longer in that 
capacity than any other citizen. He was president of the State Municipal League in 
1918 and has always taken an active part in republican politics.
His services as chairman of the draft board in this district during the late war 
was an example of his unselfish devotion to public welfare. He devoted almost all 
his time to that office without compensation. In 1882, Dr. Currens was married to 
Miss Julia Pierpont,, who was born at LaSalle, Ill., daughter of Judge and Mrs. 
H. S. Pierpont. She was a prominent member of local society, was identified with 
the organizing of the Joseph Mann Library and a public school teacher for ten years.
Dr. Curens was also a charter member of one of the organizations of the library, 
which was built by private subscription. One child was born to Dr. and Mrs. Curren, 
Carrie P., born in 1888 who graduated form the University of Chicago in 1905 and 
married John N. Wallace. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace are the parents of two children, 
Julia N., 13 years of age and John Randolph, age 11 years. They reside in New Zealand 
where Mr. Wallace is the resident salesman for the Bell Telephone Company. It was the 
fond wish of the doctor that his daughter might visit him and enjoy with him the 
modern commodious home he recently had completed on Adams Street and where for the 
past few months he was established and she had planned to come at an early date. Two 
brothers, both clergymen, Charles H. of Georgia and Jesse W. of Colorado, also survive. 
Since June, 1879, Dr. Currens has been affiliated with the Masonic Order at Two Rivers, 
holding all the offices in the lodge and he was a charter member of the camp of the 
Modern Woodmen of America of which he was the organizer in 1890. For the past year and 
a half he has been a member of the Eastern Star and was the first to be removed by 
death in the local lodge.
The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock under Masonic auspices.
The Reporter, Thurs., Dec. 1, 1921
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TWO RIVERS MAYOR VISITS BOYHOOD HOME
Dr. J.R. Currens at Gettysburg, Pa. on Trip in the East
Mayor J.R. Currens of Two Rivers, who has been at Washington as the 
official representative of Two Rivers in protest on the petition of 
Chicago for drainage of water from Lake Michigan, made a side trip to 
Gettysburg, his old home town, to visit the scenes of his boyhood days 
and renew his youth among friends of early days. The Gettysburg Star 
and Sentinel give Dr. Currens a complimentary notice. He was born at 
Round Top, near that city and at an early age removed with his parents 
to Illinois. Dr. Currens has been located at Two Rivers for 35 years.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 22, 1916 P.1
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Two Rivers Mayor 65 Years Young Today
DR. J. R. CURRENS (photo)
(Special to Herald News)
TWO RIVERS, Jan. 26.-When Mayor John R. Currens reached his offices in the city 
hall this morning he found the desks banked with flowers and dozens of messages 
awaiting him, tendering felicitations on his birthday, this, being the sixty-
fifth anniversary of Two Rivers' physician-mayor, one of the most popular and 
efficient officials the city has ever had.
During the day Mayor Currens received a number of callers, including several 
friends from Manitowoc who made the trip here to personally convey their well 
wishes. Mayor Currens was able to attend to little official business today, 
being kept busy answering phone calls and greeting visitors.
Mayor Currens has been engaged in practice as a physician here for forty-two 
years and has been a leader among men actively engaged in the building up of 
Two Rivers and its fame. His genial personality, keen insight into business 
matters and his wholesoulded enthusiasm for the city has achieved a great 
deal for the town which is proud to honor him as chief executive, which 
position he has held several terms.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. January 26, 1920 P. 8


JULIA PIERPONT CURRENS

From the Manitowoc Pilot files - Twenty-five Years ago (1889)
Mrs. Julia Currens of Two Rivers died on Sunday last after a brief illness. 
There are none who know her to whom the announcement of her death will not 
bring sincere sorrow. As a girl and as a woman she won the respect of all 
and it may truly be said of her that never did she speak a word designed to 
injure anyone. Reared in a charming home circle she had the refined 
sensibilities which such influences would give to a woman of kind disposition. 
Some years ago she became the wife of Dr. Currens and leaves two children who 
are deprived of the motherly care of a woman who loved children instinctively. 
The relatives who mourn her death have the heartfelt sympathy of all and have 
many sharers in their grief.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 24, 1914


ALBERT DAETZ

Mr. Albert Daetz passed away Sunday morning at his residence on Roosevelt Ave., 
after suffering months of illness. He was born in Pomerania, Germany in 1852 
and came to Two Rivers 26 years ago. He is survived by a widow, three sons, Max, 
Kurt and Bruno and one daughter, Leona, all of Two Rivers. His father still 
lives in Berlin, Germany with three brothers and three sisters. The funeral took 
place Wednesday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran church.
The Reporter, Sat., Sept. 19, 1914


BRUNO E. DAETZ

Bruno E. Daetz, 73, of 1019-22nd St., a retired longtime tool and die maker at 
Plant No. 1 of Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly of a heart 
attack late Tuesday night at home.
Funeral services are tentatively set for 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. Burial 
will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Daetz was born Dec. 3, 1893, at Two Rivers, son of the late Albert and Bertha 
Bartz Daetz. He attended St. John Parochial School. From Aug. 29, 1922, to Jan. 4, 
1960, when he retired, he was a tool and die maker at the Mirro plant. He was a 
member of the Two Rivers Local of the American Federation of Machinists, St. John 
Lutheran Men's Club and the Third Ward Gun Club at Two Rivers. He married the 
former Clara Cerull at Manitowoc in 1916. She preceded him in death in April of 
1950.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Cornelius (Ethel) Krueger and Mrs. LaVerne 
(Vernetta) Ross of Manitowoc; five sons, Albert of Iola, Wis., Paul of Manitowoc, 
Robert of Redwood City, Calif., Earl of Two Rivers and Capt. Neil Daetz with the 
Armed Forces in Thailand; a brother, Kurt of Manitowoc and 13 grandchildren.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 
until 10:30 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church where the 
body will lie in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 22, 1967  P.20 
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(3 Dec. 1893/Mar. 1967/SSDI)
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Miss Clara Cerrull of this city and Mr. Bruno Daetz of Two Rivers were married 
Saturday evening, Rev. Grether officiating. After the ceremony the couple left 
on a wedding trip. They will reside in Two Rivers where the groom is employed 
by the Hamilton Company.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 22, 1915


CLARA DAETZ

Mrs. Bruno Daetz, 57, of 2003 14th street, Two Rivers, died Friday afternoon 
at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital.
Funeral services will beheld at 2 p.m. Monday at the St. Johns Lutheran church, 
Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Daetz, nee Clara Cerull, was born in this city in 1893, the daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. August Cerull. She was married to Mr. Daetz here 35 years ago. 
They later moved to Two Rivers. 
She is survived by her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Cornelius Krueger and Mrs. 
LaVern Ross both of this city; five sons, Albert of Fox Lake, Paul of Two 
Rivers, Robert of Appleton, Earl in the U.S. navy at Pearl Harbor, and Neil at 
home; three sisters, Mrs. John Gates of Two Rivers and Mrs. Robert Owens and 
Mrs. John Herman both of this city; two brothers, Emil and Charles of this city; 
and six granddaughters.
She was a member of the Dorcas society of St. Johns church and the Two Rivers 
Homemakers club.
Friends may call at the Beduhn, Deja, Martin funeral home in Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 22, 1950  P. 2
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Miss Clara Cerrull of this city and Mr. Bruno Daetz of Two Rivers were married 
Saturday evening, Rev. Grether officiating. After the ceremony the couple left 
on a wedding trip. They will reside in Two Rivers where the groom is employed 
by the Hamilton Company.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 22, 1915


ELIZABETH K. DAETZ

Mrs. Elizabeth Daetz, 93, of 2333-44th St., Two Rivers, died late Tuesday 
afternoon at Two Rivers Community Hospital, Two Rivers. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate with burial in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Daetz, nee Elizabeth Kurtz, was born Feb. 15, 1884, at Two Rivers, 
daughter of the late John and Hulda Schmidt Kurtz. She attended St. John 
Parochial School and a local high school. She was married to Max Daetz 
Sept. 22, 1904, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death March 9, 1942. Mrs. 
Daetz was a member of St. John Ladies Aid Society for many years.
Survivors include two daughters, Miss Gertrude Daetz, of Two Rivers and Mrs. 
E. C. Busch, of Reston, Va.; three brothers, Emil of Milwaukee and Paul and 
Harold, of Sun City, Ariz., and six grandchildren. A son preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 5 to 
8 p.m. Thursday until 11 a.m. Friday and then at the church until the time 
of service.
Herald Times Reporter, June 8, 1977 P. 23


GERTRUDE H. DAETZ

Gertrude H. Daetz, age 88, of 2333 44th St., Two Rivers, died Sunday morning, 
June 15, 1997, at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 18, 1997, at St. John's 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate with 
burial to follow at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Gertrude was born August 22, 1908, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Max and 
Elizabeth (Kurtz) Daetz. She attended St. John's Parochial School and Washington 
High School, graduating in 1926. She was employed at Washington High School for 
45 years as a secretary to the Superintendent of Schools retiring in 1974. She 
was a member of the Ladies Society of St. John's Lutheran Church.
Surviving include a sister, E.C. Busch of Virginia. She was preceded in death by 
one brother, Gerald.
Friends may call at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church after 10 a.m. on 
Wednesday until the time of service.
Memorials would be appreciated to St. John's Lutheran Church.
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted the family with the funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 17, 1997 P. A2


GLADYS DAETZ

Gladys M. Daetz, age 86, a resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, formerly 
of Two Rivers, died peacefully Friday evening, Sept. 19, 2003 at the Hamilton 
Home.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2003 at Our 
Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Louis Sievert will 
officiate at the service, with burial to follow in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Gladys was born Aug. 22, 1917 in Mishicot, a daughter of the late Charles and 
Mary (Benzinger) Flentje. She graduated from Two Rivers Washington High School 
with the class of 1936. Gladys worked for many years as a clerk at the Two
Rivers City Hall, and later was employed at Hamilton Industries until her 
retirement. While employed with Hamilton's, she served as secretary of the union
for several years. Gladys was an avid bowler, golfer, dartball player and Packer 
fan. After her retirement, she traveled extensively, volunteered many hours at
the Hamilton Home, and was very active with the Ladies Aide Society at Our Savior 
Lutheran Church.
She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law: Lee and Maureen Daetz, Two Rivers; 
one daughter: Darlene Simono, of Anchorage, Alaska; six grandchildren: Michelle, 
Brandon and Nicole Daetz, Jeffrey Simono, Robin Simono and Jeremiah Simono. She is 
further survived by one sister: Loretta Wilsmann, Two Rivers; and three sisters-in-
law: Eleanore Flentje and Margaret Flentje, of Two Rivers; and Millie Flentje of 
Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 
She was preceded in death by one sister: Myrtle Demro; four brothers: Melvin, 
Chester, Ralph and Paul Flentje; two brothers-in-law: Roger Wilsmann and Chic 
Demro; and a sister-in-law: Mary Flentje.
Relatives and friends may call at Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, after 
noon on Wednesday until the time of service at 2 p.m.
There will be no visitation this evening.
Memorials may be made to Our Savior Debt Retirement Fund.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the Daetz family with 
funeral arrangements.
The Daetz family extends a very sincere thank you to Dr. Thayer and his staff and 
the entire staff of Aurora Medical Center, and the Hamilton Memorial Home for all 
the special care and kindness given to Gladys over the past several years.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 23, 2003
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(Gladys M Daetz/22 Aug 1917/19 Sep 2003/SSDI)


MAX DAETZ

Max H. Daetz, 64, veteran employe of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Company 
at Two Rivers, was stricken with a heart attack while shoveling snow in front 
of his home this noon and died shortly thereafter. Although he had not been 
in the best of health for a year he was able to continue work. He was foreman 
of the rolling mills at Two Rivers until the department was closed down.
Mr. Daetz was born in Germany Nov. 11, 1877. The family came to the United 
States when he was six years old and settled in the town of Two Rivers but 
moved into the city a few years later. Mr. Daetz worked at the Aluminum Goods 
plant for 25 years. He married Elizabeth Kurtz Sept. 22, 1904.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. E. C. Burch of Roma, N.Y., and Gertrude of 
Two Rivers and one son, Gerald of Two Rivers; one sister, Mrs. Arthur Wilsmann 
of Two Rivers, and two brothers, Bruno of Two Rivers and Kurt of Manitowoc. 
Funeral arrangements will be announced Tuesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 9, 1942  P.2


CONSTANCE DAHM

Mrs. Constance (Gustie) Dahm, 91, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, formerly of 
1818-28th St., Two Rivers, died late Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 14, at Two Rivers 
Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two 
Rivers. The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Dahm was born Feb. 12, 1891, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and 
Anna Drobka Sievert. She attended parochial school. She was married to Joseph 
Dahm, April 29, 1920, at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death Feb. 17, 1967. Mrs. 
Dahm was a seamstress all of her life. She was an honorary member of American 
Legion Auxiliary and a member of the Ladies of Holy Redeemer.
Survivors include a brother, Charles F. Mrotek of Manitowoc; three sisters, Cecelia 
Mrotek, Leona Mrotek, and Catherine Sievert of Manitowoc, nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 6 p.m. to 9 
p.m. Thursday and at the church Friday after 12:30 p.m. A memorial service will 
be held 7 p.m. Thursday.
Herald Times Reporter, September 15, 1982 P. 3


JOSEPH DAHM

Funeral services for Joseph J. Dahm, 78, of 1818-28th St., Two Rivers, retired 
longtime Mirro Aluminum Co. employe and a World War I veteran, who died Friday, 
were at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels and at 10 .m. at Holy 
Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. John K. Mueller officiating. 
Burial was in Calvary Cemetery.
Pallbearers, members of Mother of Hope Council 1957, Knights of Columbus, were 
Arthur Stueck, Al and Ben Wolf, Jerome Niquette, Reuben Plantico Sr., and 
Joseph L. Klein.
Honorary pallbearers, of Robert E. Burns Post No. 175, were Edward Colanchick, 
Joseph Vandebloemen, Laddie Gonia, Hebe Clayton, John W. Mezera and Peter J. 
Beitzel.
Mr. Dahm was born June 18, 1888, at Two Rivers, son of the late Nicholas and 
Margaret Dahm. He attended St. Luke Parochial School. He entered the Army in 
World War I and served a number of years. After his return from service, he was 
employed at Plant No. 1 of Mirro Aluminum Co., retiring 14 years ago. He was one 
of the original members of the Robert E. Burns Post No. 165 American Legion, 
firing squad and had been a member of the post. He was also a member of Mother 
of Hope Council No. 1957, Knights of Columbus and the Holy Redeemer Holy Name 
Society.
Surviving are his wife, the former Constance Sievert, whom he married April 29, 
1920, at Two Rivers, two sisters, Mrs. Frank Bauknecht, of Two Rivers and Mrs. 
Casper L. Wight of Seattle, Wash., and nieces and nephews. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 20, 1967  P.8
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Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Dahm, who were married at Sacred Heart church at Two Rivers
yesterday, left for Antigo last evening on their honeymoon trip. The bride was
formerly Miss Constance Sievert of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 30, 1920 p.3


EDWARD L. DALLMANN

Edward Dallman, 80, of 2001-25th St., Two Rivers, a retired Hamilton Mfg. Co. 
employe, died Sunday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard Weber officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Dallman was born at Cambria, Wis., March 14, 1891, son of the late Herman and 
Henrietta Marquardt Dallman. He married the former Alma Kelp at Columbus, Wis., in 
1917. A year later the couple moved to Two Rivers where Mr. Dallman was employed 
as a painter by contractor Edward Althen for many years. For several years before 
his retirement he was a Hamilton Mfg. Co. employe.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Richard (Kathleen) Yecke of Lancaster, 
Calif.; three sons, E.E. (Bud) of New Braunfels, Texas, Virgil of Houston, Texas, 
and Lyle Dallman of Buffalo Grove, Ill.; a brother, Alvin of Parker, Ariz., 14 
grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Three brothers and a sister preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. 
Tuesday until 11 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be taken to the church where 
the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 30, 1971
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(14 Mar. 1891/Aug. 1971/SSDI)


HERMAN P. DALLMANN

Funeral services for Herman P. Dallman(sic), 75, of 1822 11th St., Two Rivers, 
who died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Monday morning, will be at 1:30 pm 
Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home and at 2 pm at St. John 
Evangelical Church, the Rev. Edward Stelter officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Dr. Dallman was born Dec. 13, 1894 at Cambria, Wis., a son of the late Herman F. 
and Henrietta Marquardt Dallman. He married the former Irma Buschke at Columbus, 
Wis., May 29, 1924. The couple moved to Two Rivers in 1925 where Mr. Dallman was 
employed at C. Reiss Coal Co. In late years until his retirement 10 years ago, 
he was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co.
Besides his wife, he leaves two brothers, Edward of Two Rivers and Alvin K. 
Dallman of Parker, Ariz. Two brothers and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home. Memorials may be sent to St. John Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, Oct. 27, 1970 page 19
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[Herman Paul DALLMAN]
(Herman Dallman/b. 13 Dec. 1894/d. Oct. 1970/SSDI)


AMALIA DAMLER

MISS DAMLER, PIONEER OF CITY IS DEAD
Miss Amelia Christine Damler, 70, a life-long resident of this city 
(next sentence unreadable)ily homsetead (sic) on Seventeenth street 
in this city. Death was due to the infirmities of old age.
Miss Damler was born in this city March 2, 1858, and lived with her 
sister all of her life. She was the daughter of the late Carl Friedrich 
Damler.
She is survived by two sisters, Christine and Mrs. Frederick Koch, and 
a brother-in-law, Frederich Koch. She is also survived by one nephew 
and three nieces.
Funeral services will take place from St. John's Lutheran church Monday 
afternoon at 3 o'clock. Friends of Miss Damler have been requested to 
omit flowers. Interment will be at the Pioneer's Rest cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, February 2, 1929 P.14
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[Amelia Chris. Damler]


CARL DAMLER

Another Pioneer Gone
Last Sunday Mr. Carl Damler, an old and highly esteemed resident of this
city, passed away after a short but painful illness. He was born on the
21st day of September 1829 at Calldorf, Fuerstenthum Lippe Detmold. He
came to Two Rivers in 1854 and resided here until his death. He was
married in 1855 to Frederica Prestien who died on the 29th day of last
October. The marriage took place in this city, immediately after her
arrival here. They were school mates and lovers in their native land and
she followed him to America to become his wife. Five children were born
to them - one son and four daughters. The son and one daughter are dead.
The three daughters living are Amelia, Tena and the wife of Rev. P. Koch
of Caledonia. A sister, Mrs. Henry Gerling resides at Watervliet, Michigan.
The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran church
to which he belonged since its organization and ever proved a faithful
and consistent member. Mr. Damler was a splendid type of a man - kind
conscientious and considerate. He was a devoted husband and father and
earned the confidence and esteem of all with whom he came in contact.
From the Two Rivers Reporter, Saturday, April 6, 1907
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From Der Nord Westen, 04 Apr. 1907: 
Death Sunday following a short but painful illness of Carl Damler, one of the
old settlers of Two Rivers. Mr. Damler was born 21 September 1829 in Calldorf,
Lippe-Detmold, and came to Two Rivers in 1854 where he has lived ever since. 
His wife preceded him in death October last year. He is survived by 3 daughters. 
His funeral was held yesterday afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
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FIFTY YEARS OF WEDDED BLISS
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Damler Celebrate their Golden Wedding
Last Saturday was the fiftieth anniversary of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Carl 
Damler, two well known and highly esteemed residents of this city and the occasion 
was duly celebrated by the family and some of their intimate and life long friends. 
They were united in marriage in this city on the 9th of September, 1855 and have 
lived in this city all the time and in the same place most of the time since.
Mr. and Mrs. Damler were born the same year and in the same village in Germany, the 
year being 1829 and the village being Fuerstentum, Leppe, Detmold. In 1854, Mr. 
Damler came to this country and to this city where he has since resided. In 1855 
he sent for the girl he had left behind him and to whom he had plighted his troth 
and they were married upon her arrival here. Her maiden name was Frederica Persun. 
Four daughters and one son are now living. They are Mrs. Koch, wife of Rev. Frederick 
Koch of Caledonia, Wis., and Mollie and Tena Damler of this city.
The married life of Mr. and Mrs. Damler has been full of quiet happiness, the loss of 
two of their children, being about the only sorrow that has cast its shadow across 
their pathway. They are devout Christians and reared their family in the "nurture and 
adomination of the Lord". They have been members of St. John's German Lutheran Church 
since it was established in this city. Indeed, they assisted in its establishment. By 
years of industry and frugality, they have accumulated enough to maintain them and Mr. 
Damler, for several years past, has lived a life of ease and comfort, only looking 
after the little garden in which he takes much pride. Besides those of their more 
intimate friends in this city who were invited to join them in celebrating this hallowed 
anniversary, there were present from abroad, the daughter and husband from Caledonia, 
Mrs. O. Damler of Manitowoc, Miss Laura Jorrdina and Mrs. August Heizer of Milwaukee, 
Rev. Doehler and Prof. Wetzel and the choir of St. John's church assisted in the 
observance of the anniversary. The Chronicle trusts that the worthy couple may live to 
celebrate their Diamond wedding.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Sept. 12, 1905


CHRISTINA DAMLER

TINA DAMLER PASSES AWAY
Former Teacher At Two Rivers To Be Buried Monday
Funeral services for Miss Tina Damler, 70, former Lutheran school teacher at 
Two Rivers, who died yesterday afternoon at the home of her brother-in-law 
and sister, the Rev. and Mrs. Fred Koch, 1109 North Eighth street, will be 
held Monday.
Following brief services at the Koch home at 1 p.m., the body will be taken 
to St. John's Lutheran church, Two Rivers, where services at two o'clock will 
be conducted by the Revs. Uetzmann and Haase. Interment will be in Pioneer's 
Rest cemetery, Two Rivers.
Born In Two Rivers
Miss Damler was born in Two Rivers in 1867, the daughter of the late Carl and 
Frederika Damler. After completing her education Miss Damler became a teacher 
in the Lutheran school at Two Rivers. She conducted classes there for 30 years.
Eight years ago she retired from teaching and came to this city to make her 
home at the Rev. Koch's residence.
Mrs. Koch, a sister, is the only survivor. Two sisters and brother preceded Miss 
Damler in death.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home Saturday 
afternoon and evening. Sunday after 2 p.m., the body will lie in state at the St. 
John's Lutheran church, Two Rivers and will be returned to the Koch home here 
Monday morning.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 5, 1936 P.12


FRIEDERIKE DAMLER

Death Monday of Mrs. Carl Damler in Two Rivers following a long illness. 
The deceased, born Friederike Persun, was born 04 January 1829 in 
Lippe-Detmold and came to Two Rivers in 1855 where she soon married 
Carl Damler. The couple celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary on 
09 September 1905. She is survived by her husband and 3 daughters. The 
funeral will be held this afternoon from the Lutheran Church in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 01 Nov. 1906
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FIFTY YEARS OF WEDDED BLISS
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Damler Celebrate their Golden Wedding
Last Saturday was the fiftieth anniversary of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Carl 
Damler, two well known and highly esteemed residents of this city and the occasion 
was duly celebrated by the family and some of their intimate and life long friends. 
They were united in marriage in this city on the 9th of September, 1855 and have 
lived in this city all the time and in the same place most of the time since.
Mr. and Mrs. Damler were born the same year and in the same village in Germany, the 
year being 1829 and the village being Fuerstentum, Leppe, Detmold. In 1854, Mr. 
Damler came to this country and to this city where he has since resided. In 1855 
he sent for the girl he had left behind him and to whom he had plighted his troth 
and they were married upon her arrival here. Her maiden name was Frederica Persun. 
Four daughters and one son are now living. They are Mrs. Koch, wife of Rev. Frederick 
Koch of Caledonia, Wis., and Mollie and Tena Damler of this city.
The married life of Mr. and Mrs. Damler has been full of quiet happiness, the loss of 
two of their children, being about the only sorrow that has cast its shadow across 
their pathway. They are devout Christians and reared their family in the "nurture and 
adomination of the Lord". They have been members of St. John's German Lutheran Church 
since it was established in this city. Indeed, they assisted in its establishment. By 
years of industry and frugality, they have accumulated enough to maintain them and Mr. 
Damler, for several years past, has lived a life of ease and comfort, only looking 
after the little garden in which he takes much pride. Besides those of their more 
intimate friends in this city who were invited to join them in celebrating this hallowed 
anniversary, there were present from abroad, the daughter and husband from Caledonia, 
Mrs. O. Damler of Manitowoc, Miss Laura Jorrdina and Mrs. August Heizer of Milwaukee, 
Rev. Doehler and Prof. Wetzel and the choir of St. John's church assisted in the 
observance of the anniversary. The Chronicle trusts that the worthy couple may live to 
celebrate their Diamond wedding.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Sept. 12, 1905


OTTILIA DANEK

Otella Danek(sic), the 18-year old daughter of Joseph Danek in Two Rivers, 
died Monday from a brain hemorrhage. The deceased was a student in the 
local commercial school and was carried to her grave Wednesday by her 
school mates.
Der Nord Westen, 23 Jan. 1908 
********
Ottella Danek(sic), a student of the Business College of this city, died at the 
home of her parents in Two Rivers Monday afternoon, aged 18 years. She had been 
ill only a few days. Her death was due to the bursting of a blood vessel in the 
brain. She had almost completed the course at the Business College. The funeral 
was held Wednesday afternoon. As a token of respect to the deceased, the Business 
College was closed.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 23, 1908 
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Miss Tillie Danek, the young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Danek(sic), died suddenly 
Monday afternoon. She had a severe cold which was not properly attended to and 
which was the cause of her death. She attended the Wisconsin Business College 
at Manitowoc. She was seventeen years of age. Her lady friends bereave the loss 
of their young friend and extend to her parents their sympathy. Her funeral took 
place Wednesday afternoon.
The Reporter, Sat., Jan. 25, 1908


SHIRLEY ANN DARON

Shirley A. Daron, 57, of 1202 S. Tenth St., Manitowoc, died early Thursday 
morning, April 12, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 9 a.m. 
at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will 
be celebrated by Rev. Theodore J. Hendricks and burial will be in Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Shirley Daron, nee Shirley A. Beatke, was born June 9, 1926 at Two Rivers, 
daughter of Annabelle Bukoski Beatke and the late George Beatke. She was employed 
at Manitowoc Health Care Center as a Occupational Therapist.
Survivors include her Mother, Mrs. Annabelle Kamm of Manitowoc; a son, Terry Daron 
of Manitowoc; aunts, uncles and cousins.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 o'clock to 9 o'clock this 
Friday evening, where a prayer service will be 8 o'clock this evening.
Herald Times Reporter, April 13, 1984 P. 3


HULDA DAWSON

Mrs. Fred Dawson died on Friday morning of this week at 11:30 o'clock. Mrs. Dawson 
has been a sufferer from the dreadful white plague-tuberculosis. Mrs. Dawson spent 
several months last year at the Wales Sanitarium. The decedent is a daughter of Mr. 
and Mrs. Albert Daetz of the Southside. The departed one is mourned over by a 
devoted husband and three small children. She will be buried Monday, services will 
be held at the Lutheran Church at two o'clock.
The Reporter, Sat., Nov. 2, 1912
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Funeral services were held at Two Rivers today for Mrs. Fred Dawson, nee Daetz, 
whose death resulted from tuberculosis. She had been cared for at Wales but 
returned home to spend her last days.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Nov. 4, 1912 page 1


PATRICIA MAY DAY

Patricia Day, three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Day Jr., 2511 
8th street, Two Rivers, died at the Municipal hospital in Two Rivers Sunday 
morning.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at two o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 19, 1943  P. 2


DONALD CLAY DEAN

D.C. Dean of Two Rivers Is Dead a 73 
TWO RIVERS-Donald C. Dean, 73, of 2616 Washington St., retired former vice 
president of industrial relations of the Hamilton Mfg. Co. and the first 
football and basketball coach at Washington High School, died unexpectedly 
of a heart attack while engaged in curling at the Lakeshore Curling Club Rink 
here Monday evening.
Dean retired from the Hamilton firm in December of 1962 after serving for 37 
years with the company. He came to Hamilton from Washington High School May 17, 
1926, as a cost analyst. A one-time treasurer of the firm, he had earlier served 
as director of sales in the drafting division.
Born at La Crosse 
Born at La Crosse March 13, 1897, Dean attended the former La Crosse Normal 
School where he starred in all sports, and then was graduated from the University 
of Wisconsin. He came to Two Rivers in 1920 as the first football and basketball 
coach at the high school.
In 1923, when the school became known as Washington High School, his basketball 
team won the divisional title and competed in the state high school basketball 
tournament at Madison.
The team included the late Ihler Henrickson and Frederick Schultz, and Earl 
Boehringer, Francis Martell, Arnie La Budda, Carl Kuehl, Franklin Oestreich, and 
Al Buege. 
A veteran of World War I, Dean was a member of Two Rivers Lodge No.200, F.& A.M., 
transferring from LaCrosse. He was also a member of Barney G. Lyman Chapter 116, 
Royal Arch Masons of Two Rivers, and Manitowoc Commandery No. 45, Knights Templar. 
He was a member also of Tripoli Temple Shrine, Milwaukee, and the Two Rivers Shrine 
Club. Also, he was a longtime member of Two Rivers Lodge of Elks No. 1380.
Club Founders 
One of the founders of the Lakeshore Curling Club, he had served as its president. 
Dean was a past president of the Two Rivers Rotary Club, a past president of Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital board of governors, a past president and present director 
of Branch River Country Club, and a past president of Northeastern Wisconsin 
Industrial Assn at Grace Congregational United Church of Christ, he was a past 
member of the board of trustees.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Grace Congregational Church, the 
Rev. Reed Forbush officiating. Burial will be in the family plot at Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 31, 1970  P.12
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Funeral services for Donald C. Dean, 73, of 2616 Washington St., Two Rivers, 
who died unexpectedly Monday night at Two Rivers, will be at 11 a.m. Thursday 
at Grace Congregational Church of Christ, Two Rivers, the Rev. Reed Forbush 
officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery.
Mr. Dean was born March 13, 1897, at LaCrosse. He married the former Gertrude 
Lohman at Two Rivers Sept. 15, 1928, at Grace Congregational Church, Two 
Rivers.
Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, a son, and seven grandchildren.
(Survivors edited for privacy)
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 6 p.m. 
to 9 p.m. Wednesday.
The family requests memorials be sent to the Manitowoc-Two Rivers YMCA.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 31, 1970
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(b. 13 Mar. 1897/d. Mar. 1970/SSDI)
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Notes from Two Rivers
The wedding of Miss Gertrude Lohman and Donald Dean, well known young people of 
Two Rivers, took place Saturday evening at 8 o'clock at the Grace Congregational 
church, Rev. Hawkes officiating before a gathering of 150 guests.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 20, 1928
*****
Announce Wedding of Miss Lohman on September 15
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Lohman announce that the marriage of 
their daughter, Miss Gertrude to Donald Clay Dean of this city will 
take place at the Grace Congregational Church at eight o'clock in the 
evening, September 15, with the Rev. T.W. Hawkes, pastor of the church, 
officiating.  Following the ceremony a reception will be held at Grace Church.
Miss Lohman is a popular member of the younger socal set and has 
a large circle of friends and acquaintances in this city and Sheboygan. 
She has been a teacher in the public school in Sheboygan Falls the 
past year. Mr. Dean, who was formerly a physical instructor at the 
Washington High School, is at present employed in the planning 
department office of the Hamilton Manufacturing Company.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle 

*****
Miss Lohman Weds Donald Dean in Lovely Ceremony
At a beautiful church service, Miss Gertrude Lohman and Mr. Donald Clay Dean were united in marriage at eight o'clock Saturday evening.  Rev. T.A. Hawkes performed the ceremony at Grace Congregational Church in the presence of one hundred and fifty guests.  The bride was attended by her sisters, the MIsses Ethel and Winnifred who acted respectively as maid of honor and bridesmaid.  Mr. Leslie Lohman, brother of the bride, attended the groom as best man and Richard Mueller as groomsman.  Dr. Carleton Reynolds and  Willott Eggers of Milwaukee, F. Malcolm Tidmarsh of Manitowoc, Dr. Herman Kahlenberg, Howell G. Evans and Allan E. Magee of this city served as ushers.
Beautiful Music
With the entrance of the mother of the bride, the service began. An augmented vested choir of the church sang "At Dawning" and Mr. Thos. Stine, a former teacher in the city schools and soloist for the occasion sang "Oh Promise Me" in his very able and effective manner.  Just previous to the entrance of the wedding party, the choir sand Lohingrin's well known "Bridal Chorus".  The music provided under the capable direction of Mrs. H.C. Gowran and Mrs. H. G. Evans was an especially impressive part of the service.  Mrs. Gowran acted as organist and Mrs. Evans directed the singing of the choir and the services of both added greatly to the occasion.
Miss Lohman, a beautiful bride, approached the altar on the arm of her father to the strains of Lohengrin. She was attired in a lovely gown of white chantilly lace and tulle over white satin and carried a large bouquet of white roses. The maid of honor wore a blue taffeta dress and carried yellow roses while the bridesmaid was gowned in pink taffeta and carried an armful of pink roses. 
Church a Bower of Flowers
The church, which lends itself admirable to an appropriate setting for such an important event, was a bower of beauty with its hydrangeas and evergreens, ferns and palms.  Numerous lighted candles above the altar and around the church produced a pleasing and impressive picture.  
A reception for the guests followed the ceremony in the parlors of the church,  refreshments being served in the dining room which was also beautifully decorated.  During the reception, Mrs. Herman Kahlenberg rendered the solo, "All For You" and  Mr. Thos Stine sang "I Pass By Your Window".  The Misses Elizabeth Wilke, Anne Louise Eggers, Florence Magee and Kathleen Voshardt assisted in the serving in the dining room. After the bride had cut the first piece of wedding cake, Mrs. W. S. Bremer, who by the way had been bridesmaid for Mrs. Lohman at her wedding, completed the cutting of the cake.
Bride University Alumni
Mrs. Dean is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Lohman, well known residents of this city. She is a graduate of the local high school in which she won high scholastic honors and of the University of Wisconsin where she was a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority.  Her charming personality and gracious manner has endeared her to a large circle of friends, both young and old. The gifts were many and beautiful.
Mr. Dean is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry C. Dean of LaCrosse, Wis., but he has made this city his home for several years. He was Athletic Director in the Washington High School four years, during which time he developed the first football team and established the sport permanently in the school and turned out some of the finest basketball teams in the school's history, one of which won the district tournament and entered state competition.  He then returned to the University of Wisconsin where he was a member of Phi Kappa Sigma fraternity, graduating in 1926.  At present he holds a responsible position in the cost department of the Hamilton Manufacturing Company.
An Auto Trip
Following the reception, Mr. and Mrs. Dean departed for an extended auto trip to Michigan resorts. Upon their return they will reside at 1709 27th street where they will be at home to their friends after the fifteenth of October.  
The guests from out of the city were: Mrs. W. S. Bremer, Miss Catherine Bremer, Miss Helen Bremer, Harry Bremer, Willott Eggers and Dr. Carleton Reynolds, all from Milwaukee.
Two Rivers Reporter & Chronicle -  Sept. 17 , 1928 

GERTRUDE LOHMAN DEAN

Gertrude Dean, 85, of 2616 Washington Street, Two Rivers, died Saturday evening, 
May 25, 1991, at her residence.
Memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Grace Congregational 
Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Kim Henning will officiate with burial at Pioneer Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born September 15, 1905, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Arthur H. 
and Nana Nash Lohman. She attended grade school and high school at Two Rivers. 
She then attended Milwaukee Downer College and was a graduate of University of 
Wisconsin-Madison. On September 15, 1928, she married Donald Dean in Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death March 30, 1970.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Attorney William and Mary Dean of 
Two Rivers; a daughter and son-in-law, Nana and Richard Kennedy of Grand Rapids, 
Mich.; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Mrs. Ethel Purcell of Albuquerque, New 
Mexico, Winifred and John Hallenbach of Holland, Mich.; eight grandchildren also 
survive.
The family will receive friends at Gertrude's home on this Tuesday evening at 
7 p.m. Memorials may be made to Joseph Mann Library, Grace Congregational Church 
or the Veterans of Foreign Wars Local Post No. 1248. Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 28, 1991 P. B8
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Announce Wedding of Miss Lohman on September 15
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Lohman announce that the marriage of 
their daughter, Miss Gertrude to Donald Clay Dean of this city will 
take place at the Grace Congregational Church at eight o'clock in the 
evening, September 15, with the Rev. T.W. Hawkes, pastor of the church, 
officiating.  Following the ceremony a reception will be held at Grace Church.
Miss Lohman is a popular member of the younger socal set and has 
a large circle of friends and acquaintances in this city and Sheboygan. 
She has been a teacher in the public school in Sheboygan Falls the 
past year. Mr. Dean, who was formerly a physical instructor at the 
Washington High School, is at present employed in the planning 
department office of the Hamilton Manufacturing Company.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle 

*****
Miss Lohman Weds Donald Dean in Lovely Ceremony
At a beautiful church service, Miss Gertrude Lohman and Mr. Donald Clay Dean were united in marriage at eight o'clock Saturday evening.  Rev. T.A. Hawkes performed the ceremony at Grace Congregational Church in the presence of one hundred and fifty guests.  The bride was attended by her sisters, the MIsses Ethel and Winnifred who acted respectively as maid of honor and bridesmaid.  Mr. Leslie Lohman, brother of the bride, attended the groom as best man and Richard Mueller as groomsman.  Dr. Carleton Reynolds and  Willott Eggers of Milwaukee, F. Malcolm Tidmarsh of Manitowoc, Dr. Herman Kahlenberg, Howell G. Evans and Allan E. Magee of this city served as ushers.
Beautiful Music
With the entrance of the mother of the bride, the service began. An augmented vested choir of the church sang "At Dawning" and Mr. Thos. Stine, a former teacher in the city schools and soloist for the occasion sang "Oh Promise Me" in his very able and effective manner.  Just previous to the entrance of the wedding party, the choir sand Lohingrin's well known "Bridal Chorus".  The music provided under the capable direction of Mrs. H.C. Gowran and Mrs. H. G. Evans was an especially impressive part of the service.  Mrs. Gowran acted as organist and Mrs. Evans directed the singing of the choir and the services of both added greatly to the occasion.
Miss Lohman, a beautiful bride, approached the altar on the arm of her father to the strains of Lohengrin. She was attired in a lovely gown of white chantilly lace and tulle over white satin and carried a large bouquet of white roses. The maid of honor wore a blue taffeta dress and carried yellow roses while the bridesmaid was gowned in pink taffeta and carried an armful of pink roses. 
Church a Bower of Flowers
The church, which lends itself admirable to an appropriate setting for such an important event, was a bower of beauty with its hydrangeas and evergreens, ferns and palms.  Numerous lighted candles above the altar and around the church produced a pleasing and impressive picture.  
A reception for the guests followed the ceremony in the parlors of the church,  refreshments being served in the dining room which was also beautifully decorated.  During the reception, Mrs. Herman Kahlenberg rendered the solo, "All For You" and  Mr. Thos Stine sang "I Pass By Your Window".  The Misses Elizabeth Wilke, Anne Louise Eggers, Florence Magee and Kathleen Voshardt assisted in the serving in the dining room. After the bride had cut the first piece of wedding cake, Mrs. W. S. Bremer, who by the way had been bridesmaid for Mrs. Lohman at her wedding, completed the cutting of the cake.
Bride University Alumni
Mrs. Dean is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Lohman, well known residents of this city. She is a graduate of the local high school in which she won high scholastic honors and of the University of Wisconsin where she was a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority.  Her charming personality and gracious manner has endeared her to a large circle of friends, both young and old. The gifts were many and beautiful.
Mr. Dean is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry C. Dean of LaCrosse, Wis., but he has made this city his home for several years. He was Athletic Director in the Washington High School four years, during which time he developed the first football team and established the sport permanently in the school and turned out some of the finest basketball teams in the school's history, one of which won the district tournament and entered state competition.  He then returned to the University of Wisconsin where he was a member of Phi Kappa Sigma fraternity, graduating in 1926.  At present he holds a responsible position in the cost department of the Hamilton Manufacturing Company.
An Auto Trip
Following the reception, Mr. and Mrs. Dean departed for an extended auto trip to Michigan resorts. Upon their return they will reside at 1709 27th street where they will be at home to their friends after the fifteenth of October.  
The guests from out of the city were: Mrs. W. S. Bremer, Miss Catherine Bremer, Miss Helen Bremer, Harry Bremer, Willott Eggers and Dr. Carleton Reynolds, all from Milwaukee.
Two Rivers Reporter & Chronicle -  Sept. 17 , 1928 

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(b. 15 Sep. 1905/d. 25 May 1991/SSDI)


FAYE A. DEFAUT

Faye A. DeFaut, age 82, a Manitowoc resident, entered eternal life on Tuesday, 
July 10, 2007, at River's Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. 
Faye was born on Feb. 22, 1925, in Manitowoc County. She was the daughter of 
the late Harvey and Carol Bishop Meissner. She was a graduate of Lincoln High 
School with the class of 1943. Faye was employed at Madison Elementary School 
for 17 years as a noon supervisor. On June 26, 1943, she married Frances G. 
DeFaut in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on April 18, 2001. 
She is survived by her two sons and daughters-in-law: Daniel and Roselle DeFaut, 
Mishicot; Jack and Mary Beth DeFaut, Eagle River; one daughter and son-in-law: 
Lynn and Robert Marquardt, DePere; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; 
one brother and sister-in-law: Larry and Dorothy Meissner, Rochester, Minn.; 
other relatives and friends also survive.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband: Francis. 
Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. on Friday, July 13, 2007, at the Harrigan 
Parkside Funeral Home, with the Rev. John Aitken officiating. Cremation will have 
taken place with burial of the cremains at Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Relatives and friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Friday from 
2 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials for a memorial fund being 
established in Faye's name. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, North 11th and St. Clair 
streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, July 11, 2007


FRANCIS G. DEFAUT

Francis G. DeFaut, age 76, Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning, April 18, 2001 
at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Memorial Services will be held at 7 p.m. 
Friday at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. The Rev. Alan Sunn will be 
officiating. Cremation will have taken place with burial of the cremains to 
be at Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Francis was born September 25, 1924 in Sturgeon Bay, son of the late Edward 
and Adeline Leonard DeFaut. He attended Lincoln High School and then entered 
the United States Army serving overseas during World War II. He was honorably 
discharged from the Army with the rank of Staff Sergeant. After returning to 
Manitowoc, Francis ran the service department at Schuette Brothers Department 
Store and later was employed at the Manitowoc county Office as the head of
maintenance until he retired. He married Faye Meissner on June 26, 1943 in 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Faye, two sons and duaghters-in-law, Daniel and 
Roselle DeFaut, Mishicot; Jack and Mary Beth DeFaut, Eagle River; one 
daughter and son-in-law, Lynn and Robert Marquardt, De Pere; on brother, 
Charles DeFaut, Manitowoc; one sister, Dorothy Perry, Manitowoc; six 
grandchildren, two great grandchildren, nieces, nephews along with other 
relatives and friends survive. 
Francis was preceded in death by one brother, Robert DeFaut and one sister, 
Helen Rupp.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Friday from 5 p.m. 
until the time of services at 7 p.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Service is assisting the family
with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, April 19, 2001 pg. A6


MARIE DEGLER

Fred Degler has gone to Two Rivers to attend the funeral of his mother, whose 

death occurred at Racine Tuesday.
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern, Fri., Nov. 22, 1907 page 1
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Maria Elizabeth Degler, nee Briesen, was born February 7, 1828 Lueben  ot. Crone, 
Germany, died Nov. 18, 1907 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wm. Olle, Racine, 
Wisconsin. She was married to Peter Degler 1846. Thirteen children were born to 
them, 7 boys and 6 girls. 4 boys and 4 girls preceded her in death.
Fifty years ago they came to this country and located at Two Rivers. Here she lived 
last year when her husband died. She was a good member of M.S. Church for many years 
and a member of the Ladies Aid Society. This society attended the funeral in a body. 
She leaves 3 sons, Paul and Herman of Superior, Wis., and Fred of Menasha, Wis.  also 
two daughters, Mrs. Wm. Olle of Racine and Mrs. E. Koser of this city; 19 grandchildren; 
10 great grandchildren; relatives and many friends. The funeral took place Thursday at 
1:30 pm from Mrs. E. Koeser's home. Services were conducted at the Evangelical Church, 
Rev. Uebele officiating. The choir furnished appropriate singing.
The Reporter, Sat., Nov. 30, 1907


PETER DEGLER

Death in Two Rivers on Monday of Peter Degler, an old resident on the South 
Side of that town. Degler was born 14 Oct. 1814 in Harmelsdorf, Prussia, and 
came to America in 1855, residing in Two Rivers since 1856. He leaves a widow, 
2 daughters and 3 sons. The funeral will be held this afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 11 Oct. 1906
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On Monday last, Peter Degler, an old resident of the Southside, passed away in 
death. He was born Oct. 14, 1815, a native of Prussia, would have reached the 
age of four score and eleven had he lived until tomorrow. He came to America in 
1855 and shortly after his arrival he located in this city, residing here ever 
since. He leaves a wife, two daughters and three sons. The children are Mrs. 
Ernst Koeser of this city, Mrs. Wm. Ohle of Racine, Fred of Menasha and Paul and 
Herman of Superior. Mrs. Paul Koeser, who preceded him in death a few years ago 
was also his daughter. He was a kind husband and father and an upright citizen. 
The funeral took place Thursday afternoon under the auspices of the Ev. Church 
of which he was a member.
Two Rivers Reporter, Sat., Oct. 13, 1906
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Peter Degler
birth: 14 October 1815 Germany
death: 8 October 1906 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  City
residence: 1906 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: Peter Degler
mother: Maria Elizabeth
spouse: Mary Elizabeth
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


WILLIAM H. DEGLER

From "Tombstone Inscriptions of Manitowoc Co., WI" 
(No publishing data available. Located in Two Rivers Pub Library, 
obit also published in of Manitowoc County Chronicle, 16 Oct 1894 
(Page 3, Column 4) 
sent in by a researcher, see contributors page)

Died 
Degler, at the home of his parents in this city, October 10 1894 
of consumption, William Degler, Aged 28 Years.  
Deceased was a young man born and raised in Two Rivers, but about
10 years ago he went to Neenah where he resided for a few years and
then moved to Ashland. He was taken sick about a year ago with that
fatal desease, consumption, and a few months ago he came back to his
old home here in hope that the change would benefit his health.
The change, however, was only of temporary benefit and he passed 
away into the Silent Land on Wednesday last.     
His funeral took place on Sunday at the Evangelical church and was
a very large one. He was a young man highly esteemed by all who knew
him and his death is deeply regretted by a large circle of friends 
and relatives. 
He leaves a wife and one child.
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From Der Nord Westen, 18 Oct. 1894: (From the Correspondent in Two Rivers, 15 Oct.) 
A large funeral took place Sun. of Wilhelm Degler. The deceased 
had been raised here, but in recent years lived in Michigan. Last 
summer he traveled back here to be with his family because of his
deteriorating health and to be with his parents.
********
Will Degler of Ashland was brought to the home of his parents in this city last 
week, seriously sick, by his brother, Herman Degler of South Superior. He has 
been sick for several months past and the prospects of his recovery are not as 
bright as his many friends here would like to have them.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Aug. 7, 1894


AUGUST DEMSIEN

August Demsien, an old settler of the Town of Two Rivers, who came here in the 
early 60's, died at the home in Two Rivers last week Saturday. Deceased was 83 
years of age and was born in Mecklenberg, Schwerin, Germany. He was a successful 
farmer, a good neighbor and a respected citizen. He is survived by two sons, 
Albert and August and four daughters, Mr. Wm Kummerow and Mrs. Paul Kummerow of 
Michigan, Mrs. Freida Kuchler of Kaukauna and Mrs. Paul Ebert of Chicago. The 
funeral took place Wednesday afternoon from St. John's church.
The Reporter, Fri., May 19, 1916


M. HERMAN DEMSIEN

Death in St. Louis on 14 June of M. Hermann Demsten(sic), a resident of Two Rivers.
He went to St. Louis several months ago hoping to strengthen his health by the 
change in climate. The deceased was born in Two Rivers 01 Nov. 1868. He is 
survived by his widow and 2 children as well as his parents and several sisters. 
The body was transported to Two Rivers and the funeral was held Fri. from the 
Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 25 June 1903
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Herman Demsein(sic) who left here a few months ago and went to St. Louis, the 
home of his wife's parents, hoping that the change of climate would benefit the 
health, died in that city on the 14th inst. His body was brought here for 
interment and the funeral took place form St. John's Lutheran Church last Friday. 
He was born in the Town of Two Rivers on November 1, 1868 and spent most of his 
life on his father's farm and in this city. He was possessed of estimable 
qualities of mind and heart and besides his wife and two children, his parents 
and brothers and sisters, he leaves many sincere friends who will mourn his 
untimely death. The cause of his death was consumption.
The Chronicle, Tues., June 23, 1903


DORA DENCKS

Death Wed. last week in Two Rivers of Mrs. Dorothea Denks(sic), 
an old resident of that city. Mrs. Denks was born 15 Jan. 1829 
in Rebau, Saxony. Her husband, Henry Denks, preceded her in 
death many years ago. The funeral was held Fri. from the Lutheran 
Church.
Der Nord Westen, 23 Mar. 1905
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Mrs. Dorothy Denks(sic) died at her home north of this city last Wednesday and 
was buried from St. John's Lutheran Church on Friday afternoon. She was one of 
the early settlers of the Town of Two Rivers. Her husband, Henry Denks died 
several years ago and she is survived by but one daughter, the wife of Mrs. 
Henry Johannes of Manitowoc. She was born January 15, 1829 in Rebau, Province 
of Saxony, Prussia. The funeral was a large one.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Mar. 21, 1905
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Dora Denks Or Deuks
birth: 15 January 1829 Germany
death: 1905 Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
burial: Two Rivers, Wis.
residence: 1905 Two Rivers,
spouse: Henry Deuks
Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907


JOSEPH L. DENNIS

Joseph L. Dennis, 75, of 1604-17th St., Two Rivers, an overseas Army 
veteran of World War I and retired longtime display decorator at the 
Schroeder Dept. Store, Two Rivers, died early Wednesday morning at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating.
Mr. Dennis was born April 15, 1897, at Daggett, Mich., son of the late 
Joseph and Margaret Jeneau Dennis. The family moved to Two Rivers when 
he was a youth. He married May Kaufman at Two Rivers. Returning from 
service in 1919, he pursued the sign painting business and later became 
associated with Schroeder Bros. Co. as display decorator, retiring in 
1966. He was a member of Eleven Gold Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign 
Wars, at Two Rivers.
Besides his wife he leaves two sons, Walter, of Two Rivers and Ralph 
Keith Peter Dennis, of Milwaukee and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 18, 1972


MAY A. DENNIS

May A. Dennis, age 98, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died early 
Sunday morning, November 27, 1994, at St. Mary's Home.
Funeral Services for the family will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, November 30, 
1994, at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service 
will be the Rev. Isidro Carrera with burial to follow in the Pioneer's Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born October 16, 1896, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Nicholas and 
Mary Kieffer Kaufman. She was a graduate of the Two Rivers local high school 
class of 1914. She married Joseph Dennis in 1917, at Two Rivers. He preceded 
her in death October 18, 1972. Mrs. Dennis was a member of a Two Rivers pioneer 
family dating back to the 1860's.
Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Walter and Betty Dennis, Two 
Rivers, R.K. Peter Dennis, Milwaukee; grandchildren, Mary and Bruce Pons, Winnetka, 
Ill., Nicholas Dennis, Sacramento, Calif., Barry Dennis, San Francisco, Calif.; 
great-grandchildren, Lizabeth and Richard Vine, London, England, Joanna Pons, 
Winnetka, Ill.; a great-great granddaughter, Madeline Elizabeth Vine. Also 
surviving is a niece, a nephew, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded 
in death by eight brothers and sisters.
Herald Times Reporter, November 28, 1994  P. A2


GEORGE W. DENT

George W. Dent, 83, formerly of 1901 Lincoln St., Two Rivers, died at Park 
Lawn Home, Manitowoc, shortly after noon Tuesday.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. M. J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in 
Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Dent was born April 11, 1879, at Manawa, Wis., son of the late William and 
Gustave Raschke Dent. He married the former Kuttie Clark at Antigo March 12, 
1902. The family moved to Two Rivers from Antigo in 1919. For a number of years 
prior to his retirement he was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers. 
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Evelyn Thomas, two sons, Woodrow 
and Lynn, of Two Rivers, eight grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 25, 1962  P.17 
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[George William Dent]


FRANK DET

CALLED IN PRIME OF LIFE
Frank Dett is a Victim of the White Plague
DIED AT COLORADO
Frank Dett who recently went to the Woodman Sanitarium at Colorado was brought 
home dead last Monday. Mr. Dett, on his arrival at Colorado began to fade rapidly. 
The high Colorado altitude acted very unfavorable on the sick man. The funeral was 
held Monday under the auspices of the local camp 1308 Modern Woodman of America. 
The funeral was very impressive. The Woodman Quartette rendered several funeral 
selections. A large membership of the camp attended the funeral.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Dec. 8, 1911


FRED DETTMAN

TWO RIVERS MAN PASSES AWAY AT AGE OF 83
Two Rivers-Jan. 31-Fred Dettman, one of the city's oldest residents, died
yesterday from infirmities of age, having been failing for some time. 
Decedent was 83 years old, having been born in Germany, Mr. Dettman had
been a resident of Two Rivers for years. He is survived by his widow.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon, the Rev. W.G. Haese 
officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 31, 1923  p.10
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OLD RESIDENTS ANSWER THE LAST SUMMONS
Fritz Dettmann and Robert Schuster Here 50 & 69 Years Respectively
Fritz Dettmann who came to this country from Germany, his native land, fifty 
years ago, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Ferd Grade, 18th Street, 
Monday night, aged 85 years. He had been in fairly good health up to about a week 
ago when he was taken down with the illness that brought the end.
Deceased was a janitor of the Eastside school for many years until his retirement 
six years ago. Mr. Dettmann was also employed as a watchman for any years in the 
plants of the Two Rivers Manufacturing Co. He was thorough and careful in the 
performance of his duties and a man of moral worth, a devout Christian. From the 
time he came here over fifty years ago, he has been a faithful member of St. John's 
Lutheran church. He leaves his daughter, Mrs. Grade and one son, Henry of Sheboygan. 
The funeral will be this Friday afternoon with services at St. John's Lutheran 
Church, Rev. W.G. Haase officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., Feb. 2, 1923


CAROLINE DETTMANN

FOUR DEATHS BRING SADNESS AT TWO RIVERS (By Staff Correspondent)
A broken hip suffered in a fall three weeks ago, resulted in the death of 
Mrs. Fred Dettmann at 11:45 Christmas Eve at the home at 1805 Thirteenth 
street. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon with services at the 
home at 1:30 and at the Lutheran church at 2 o'clock, Rev. Haase 
officiating.
Mrs. Dettmann was eighty-eight years old and was born in Germany in 1836, 
coming to this country in 1872. She is survived by two children, Mrs. Fred 
Grade and Fred Dettmann, both of this city, and by ten grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. December 26, 1924 P. 2
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[bur. 12-27-1924/age 88 yrs.]
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(Note: This article has been broken up with the obituaries for the
people in it put with their tombstone entries)


DIEDRICH DICKE

Death last Sat. in Two Rivers of Diedrich Dicke at the age of 75. Mr. Dicke
was born 29 Jan. 1820 in Stolzenau, Prov. Hanover. He came to America in 1846 and
to Wisconsin in 1847. For a short while he worked in Cedarburg, Sheboygan Falls,
Two Rivers and Kewaunee, finally settling in the vicinity of Two Rivers. He was
married in 1850 to Marie Hemschemeyer, a marriage that produced 2 sons and
2 daughters. One of the daughters died in 1869, leaving his widow and the other 3
children to survive him. The deceased was an uncle of Mr. W. Dicke of
Manitowoc. His funeral was Tues. at the Lutheran Church in Two Rivers.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Mar. 1895
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Johann Ernst Dietrich Dicke
birth: 29 January 1820 Stolzeman, Hannover, Germany
death: 2 March 1895 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Two Rivers, Wis.
spouse: Maria Demschemier
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


ELLA DICKE    (d. 1923)

WIFE OF TWO RIVERS CITY ATTORNEY DIES
Mrs. George Dicke, wife of city Attorney George W. Dicke of Two Rivers, died
at the family home at 1:15 this morning, following an illness of many months.
Death was due to diabetes. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon at 2
o'clock with services at the Methodist church. Burial will be at the city
cemetery.
Mrs. Dicke, nee Goebler, was born in Manitowoc county, near Zander, sixty-
five years ago, and was married to Mr. Dicke nearly forty years ago. She has
made her home at Two Rivers ever since her marriage. Beside the husband she
is survived by two daughters and two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 27, 1923  p.1
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Notes from Two Rivers:
Mrs. Geo. H. Dicke, aged 66, died at her home in this city on Friday. Her death 
was due to diabetes. Deceased was born in the Town of Two Rivers. Her maiden name 
was Ella Johanna Gebler. December 21, 1887 she became the wife of George H. Dicke 
who with two daughters, Mrs. Ira Edwards of Milwaukee and Mrs. Edward Grover of 
this city survive her. The funeral was held Monday from the Evangelical Church, 
Rev. Siewert officiating.
The Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 3, 1923
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The death of Mrs. George Dicke last Friday morning, removed one who has spent 
her entire life in this community, where she was born sixty-five years ago and 
where she acquired the respect and friendship of many for her good qualities of 
womanhood. Mrs. Dicke had been in ill health for several years but was confined 
to her bed only one day when the final summons came, which must sooner or later, 
overtake all.
Deceased before her marriage was Miss Ella Johanna Gebler. Her parents settled 
in this city in the early fifties. When she was a young girl her parents took 
up farming in the Town of Two Rivers. She was married to George Dicke in 1887. 
The Dicke's moved to this city in 1902, he engaged in real estate and loans.
Surviving children are Mrs. Ira Edwards of Milwaukee and Mrs. G.A. Grover of this 
city. Decedent also leaves a sister, Mrs. Pauline Seamann of Crivitz, Wis., and a 
brother, William Gebler of Milwaukee. The funeral was on Monday afternoon with 
services at the Evangelical Church, Rev. F.J. Siewert officiating. Among those 
from out of the city who attended the funeral were the following:  Mr. and Mrs. 
Wm Vollner of Algoma, Mr. and Mrs. Wm Krei of Antigo, Mr. and Mrs. A. Grube of 
Sheboygan, Mr. and Mrs. Aug. Storch of Appleton, Mr. and Mrs. John Bluet, Mr. 
and Mrs. Holzeshue, Armin Hemschemeyer and Christ Hemschemeyer of Sheboygan Falls, 
Mrs. A. Hameter,, Miss Bernetta Gebler and Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Gebler of Milwaukee, 
Mr. and Mrs. Paulina Seaman, daughter, Mabel, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Redding and 
daughter, Elizabeth of Crivitz and Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Einbecker of Milwaukee.
The Reporter, Fri., May 4, 1923
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[Johanne Ella Dicke]


ELLA MAY DICKE

Mrs. Ella M. Dicke, 78, of 3307 Adams St., Two Rivers, widow of Fred W. 
Dicke, Two Rivers city attorney for 59 years who died Sept. 27, died 
early Saturday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where she had 
been a patient for the past six weeks.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Grace Congregational Church, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. R. J. Wicheli officiating. Burial will be in the 
family plot in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Dicke, nee Ella May Lahey, was born in Menominee, Mich., May 15, 
1879, daughter of the late Mr. & Mrs. Edward Lahey. When she was a child 
the family brought her to Two Rivers, where she attended the Two Rivers 
public schools. She was married Oct. 9, 1912, to Atty. F. W. Dicke.
A lifelong member of Grace Congregational Church, Mrs. Dicke was a member 
of its Ladies Aid Society, and also belonged to the Two Rivers Chapter of 
the Order of the Eastern Star and the Ladies Charitable Assn.
Surviving Mrs. Dicke are two daughters, Mrs. Hollis Schlueter of Colorado 
Springs, Colo., and Mrs. Paul Fluck of Madison; a son, Atty. Frederick G. 
Dicke of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. George Hollander of Manitowoc; two 
brothers, Peter and George Lahey of Two Rivers, and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels after 2 p.m. Sunday 
until 11 a.m. Monday when the casket will taken to the church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times-Two Rivers Reporter, Sat. Oct. 19, 1957
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ATTY DICKE, TWO RIVERS TO BE BENEDICT
Gets License to Wed Miss Ella Lahey of that city
Cupid has scored another victory in the capture of Fred W. Dicke, city attorney 
of Two Rivers, for the ranks of the benedicts, announcements being made of the 
approaching marriage of Mr. Dicke and Miss Ella Lahey of Bellingham, Wash., a 
former Two Rivers girl. A license for the marriage has been granted. Mr. Dicke 
is one of the prominent members of the Bachelor's Club of Two Rivers and is one 
of the best known attorneys of the county. He was elected city attorney at Two 
Rivers a year ago and has been a leading spirit in affairs of the city for years. 
His bride to be, Miss Lahey is a trained nurse and has been a resident of 
Bellingham, Wash., for some time past. The wedding will be celebrated at Two 
Rivers where Miss Lahey is visiting.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Oct. 3, 1912 page 1
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HERE FROM THE GREAT TIMBER LAND
After an absence of 20 years, Arthur Lahey has arrived here from the state of 
Washington where he and his family reside, to visit with friends and relatives. 
Mr. Lahey, who is interested in lumbering near Seattle, came East on business 
and took a week to visit at his old home town.  
Out there, west of Rocky Mountains, the winters are mild and 16 degrees above 
zero is very cold weather. However, Mr. Lahey says winter is unusually mild 
all along the route from Washington. There is very little snow. The state of 
Washington is a great lumber state and in Mr. Lahey's vicinity there is an 
abundance of fir, spruce, cedar and hemlock. The supply of timber in that 
country is immense and has been barely touched as yet. The trees reach the 
height of 400 feet and many are 14 or 15 feet in diameter. There is much game 
in the region and from the description Mr. Lahey gives, he is highly pleased 
with the country.
During his visit here the Lahey's brothers and sisters held a reunion at the 
home of the elder sister, Mrs. F. Dicke.
The Reporter, Thurs., Jan. 13, 1921
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(1900 Two Rivers census:
Anna Lahey head 49; son Daniel 28; Arthur 23; Ella 20; Peter 15; 
George 13; Lily 9)


FRED G. DICKE  (d. 1983)

Two Rivers lawyer Dicke dies at 69
Manitowoc - Attorney Fred G. Dicke, a former Manitowoc County district 
attorney who practiced law in Two Rivers for more than 40 years, died 
Sunday night at the North Ridge Care Center. He was 69.
A native of Two Rivers, Dicke was the son of the late Fred W. Dicke, 
who practiced law for some 62 years until his death in 1957.
Dicke was graduated from Lakeland College in 1936 with a bachelor's 
degree in philosophy.  He earned his doctor of law degree in 1939 
from the University of Wisconsin Law School, Madison.
He was admitted to the Wisconsin Bar Association later that year and 
joined his father in the law firm of Dicke and Dicke.  They later 
maintained offices of the firm of Dicke, Dicke, and Bero in both 
Manitowoc and Two Rivers.
Dicke, a veteran of World War II, served in the European Theater for 
two years.  He was assigned to the Judge Advocate's Division and later 
was named to the Army Exchange Program in Scotland.
Dicke was elected Manitowoc County district attorney in 1947 and was 
re-elected in 1949.  He did not seek a third term.
Following the death of his father, Dicke was appointed city attorney of 
Two Rivers.  He served in that capacity from 1957 until 1966.  He had 
served as assistant city attorney from 1940 to 1947 and from 1951 to 
1957.
Dicke was appointed Two Rivers Municipal Court judge in 1969. He served 
in that position until 1970.
He retired from active law practice in September due to health reasons.
Dicke was instrumental in founding two major health care facilities in 
the county.  Shade Lane Home in Manitowoc was his idea, and he developed 
it as a non-profit organization. He was an original member of the home's 
board of directors.
He also drew up papers which resulted in the establishment of the Manitowoc 
County Health Care Center.
Dicke also drew up the papers that incorporated the village of Mishicot.
Dicke was a member of the Wisconsin Bar Association, the American Bar 
Association, American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, University of 
Wisconsin Alumni Association, Masonic Lodge and the Commandery.
In 1961 Dicke served as public service chairman for the Wisconsin Bar 
Association of Manitowoc; was president of the Two Rivers Rotary Club 
in 1955; was elected president of the Two Rivers Shrine Club in 1954; 
and was elected president of the Manitowoc County Bar Association in 
1964.
He is survived by his wife, Helen, and four daughters.
A 7 p.m. memorial service in his name will be held at Grace United Church 
of Christ, Two Rivers.  Burial will be in the family plot in Pioneers Rest 
Cemetery.
Herald Times Reporter, Mon. June 6, 1983
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Attorney Fred G. Dicke, 69, of 3307 Adams St., Two Rivers, Sunday night 
at the North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Memorial services will be 7 p.m. Tuesday at Grace United Church of Christ, 
Two Rivers.  The Rev. Daniel Wright will officiate and burial will be in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Dicke was born Feb. 14, 1914, at Two Rivers, son of the late Fred W. 
and Ella M. Lahey Dicke.  He was educated at Two Rivers Public Schools 
and Washington High School, graduating in 1932.  He was graduated from 
Lakeland College in 1936 with a bachelor's degree in philosophy, and then 
earned a doctor of law degree from the University of Wisconsin Madison Law 
School in 1939.  He was admitted to the Wisconsin Bar Association later 
that year and joined his father in the law firm of Dicke and Dicke.  Mr. 
Dicke was a veteran of World War II, having served in the European Theatre 
for two years.  He married Helen W. Wing, Oct. 4, 1947, at Shorewood, Wis.
Mr. Dicke had served as assistant city attorney from 1940 to 1947 and from 
1951 to 1957.  He had been appointed to the position of Two Rivers city 
attorney in 1957, resigning in August of 1966. In 1947 he was elected 
Manitowoc County district attorney in 1947 and was re-elected in 1949. He 
was appointed Two Rivers Municipal Court judge on July 1, 1969, serving 
until the spring of 1970. Mr. Dicke was instrumental in founding of Shade 
Lane Home and Manitowoc County Health Care Center. He was also involved 
in the founding of Woodland Dunes Nature Center and drew up the papers to 
incorporate the village of Mishicot.
Mr. Dicke was a lifelong member of Grace United Church of Christ.  He was 
officer and director of the present North Shore Savings, and member of 
Conservation Education, Inc.  He was also a member of Wisconsin Bar 
Association, the American Bar Association, American Legion, Elks Lodge 1380, 
Veterans of Foreign Wars, University of Wisconsin Alumni Association, Masonic 
Lodge and the Commandery.  He was the longest active member of the Two Rivers 
Rotary Club. In 1951, he served as public service chairman for the Wisconsin 
Bar Association of Manitowoc County, was president of the Two Rivers Rotary 
Club in 1955, was elected president of the Two Rivers Shrine Club in 1954, 
was elected president of the Manitowoc County Bar Association in 1964, and 
had also served on the Wisconsin Bar Association Ethics Committee for many 
years.
Survivors include his wife, Helen; four daughters and two sons-in-law, Janet
and Jeff Kohn, and Patricia Dicke of Columbus, Ohio, Ellen Titus of Laplace,
La., and Pamela and William Krieger of Wilmington, Oho; a sister, Mrs. Paul
(Ellen) Fluck of Madison, three nephews, two nieces and two great nephews. 
He was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Schlueter, and a son-in-law, 
David Titus.
There will be no visitation at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers.  Memorials may be made in Grace United Church of Christ or Woodland 
Dunes.
Herald Times Reporter, Mon. June 6, 1983


FRED W. DICKE  (d. 1957)

Atty. Dicke Dies At 83 
Was County Bar's Dean 
Was Two Rivers Official 57 Years 
TWO RIVERS-Fred W. Dicke, 83, of 3307 Adams St., Manitowoc County's oldest 
practicing attorney and Two Rivers' city attorney for nearly 57 years old 
and believed to be one of the oldest in municipal government in the country, 
is dead. 
The widely known attorney and sportsman, a member of one of Two Rivers' early 
families, died unexpectedly at 4 p.m. Friday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital 
where he was removed from his home a few moments earlier. He had been in 
failing health for several months, during which time, however, he was able to 
be up and about.
Masonic funeral services for Mr. Dicke will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Deja 
& Martin Funeral Chapel here, the Rev. R. J. Wichlei, pastor of Grace 
Congregational Church officiating. The Masonic Rites will be directed at the 
chapel and graveside in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery here by Heber Clayton, past 
master of Two Rivers Lodge No. __, F. & A.M., of which Mr. Dicke had been a 
member for more than 56 years and served as its worshipful master in 1904-05.
Born in 1873 
Atty. Dicke was born only a short distance from Two Rivers on a farm on the 
old Sandy Bay Road, Oct. 15, 1873, son of the late Diedrich and Maria 
Hempschemeyer Dicke, who came to America from Germany in 1849. The old Dicke 
homestead is now owned by the Stefaniak brothers, who for a number of years 
operated a dairy farm on the tract, paralleling Point Beach State Forest, where 
Mr. Dicke ma___ __ ___ acreage, including a part of picturesque Mo_ash Creek, 
which he sold to the state several years ago. 
Mr. Dicke attended the old Tannery district grade school, where he often recalled 
that pupils were given a more concentrated course and that he was able to complete 
his high school work in Two Rivers in a single year, graduating with the class of 
1890. Mr. Dicke then taught school for two years, teaching at the Silver Lake and 
Centerville rural schools.
In 1893 Mr. Dicke entered the University of Wisconsin Law School, and the following 
year he came home to assist his ailing father on the farm. The senior Mr. Dicke 
died and Mr. Dicke returned to his law studies in 1895, to graduate the following 
June with the class of 1896. 
Started Practice of Law
After spending the summer of 1896 at home on the farm, Mr. 
(Continued on Page M-9)..Atty. Dicke (Continued from Page 1)..
Dicke established his law office in a one-floor wooden frame building on the site 
what is now the Suettinger Hardware Store on 17th Street. Five years later he moved 
his office into the second floor of the new Schroeder Block at 17th and Washington 
Streets where the firm remained until early this year, moving to the Simonis 
Building on 19th Street. He was the third attorney to practice in Two Rivers, with 
Henry S. (Judge) Pierpont, first editor of the old weekly Chronical in 1871, and 
Frank Man___, later Manitowoc County judge preceding him.
Mr. Dicke was first appointed city attorney in 1897 by the late Mayor Louis Zander. 
He served the city in that capacity ever since with the exception of a little over 
a year during the term of Mayor J. R. Currens, when the post was held by the late 
Lawrence Ledvina. 
As city attorney of Two Rivers, Mr. Dicke played an important part in the building 
of the community from a struggling town of 3,000 to a thriving manufacturing city 
of nearly 13,000. In the construction of the city's water and light plant, the H.P. 
Hamilton School, now the City Hall-Vocational School, Washington High School and 
Koenig Elementary School, the Washington Street bridge, and old electric interurban 
line and other projects. Mr. Dicke played a major role, chiefly in handling the 
bond issues.
Alone Until 1934
Mr. Dicke practiced law alone until 1934 when Lyman F. Fischer became associated 
with the firm. That association continued until Sept. 15, 1939, with Austin F. 
Smith joining the firm of Dicke & Fisher during the two years prior to 1939. Then 
Attorneys Fischer and Smith opened offices in Manitowoc and Fred G. Dicke, following 
his father's legal footsteps, graduated from the University of Wisconsin and joined 
the father in the firm of Dicke & Dicke. Several years ago Atty. Donald J. Bero, 
current county corporation counsel, became associated with the father and son in 
law establishment and it became known as Dicke, Dicke & Bero.
Since early youth Mr. Dicke had been an ardent hunter and fisherman and for well 
over a quarter of a century until recent weeks he made frequent trips to his 
sizeable tract of land at Thunder Mountain, near Crivitz, where he hunted wild game 
and deer and fished for brook trout. His hunting and fishing friends often expressed 
amazement over Mr. Dicke's stamina in the outdoor pastimes despite his advanced 
age. 
Much of Two Rivers' development in recent years was on large acreage owned by Mr. 
Dicke. In 1922 he acquired half of what is now Still Bend Addition and he watched 
his subdivided tracts move rapidly into building sites. The first large annexation 
was in 1934 when scores of residences in the area along the East Twin River at 
Still Bend, where the Dicke residences located, became a part of Two Rivers. 
Honored by Masons 
One of the oldest Masons in Wisconsin, Mr. Dicke was honored in November of 1951, 
receiving a Wisconsin Grand Lodge certificate, marking __ years of membership in 
the order. Only two other Masons, 97-year-old Fred Christiansen of the Town of 
Two Rivers and Frank E. Riley, 94, now of Sheboygan have been members of the Two 
Rivers Masonic Lodge for a longer period. Mr. Dicke became the lodge's worshipful 
master in 1904 and was renamed in 1905. In 1953 Mr. Dicke was among four members 
honored by the Two Rivers Lodge of Odd Fellows for having completed more than 40 
years of membership.
Mr. Dicke was a life member of the Manitowoc County Bar Assn. and the Wisconsin 
Bar Assn. serving as president of the former body in 1949 and earlier as a member 
of the board of governors of the state organization.
A charter member of the Two Rivers Rotary..(2 lines underinked)..Masonic affiliation 
included membership in the Barney G. Lyman Chapter No. 116, Royal Arch Manitowoc 
Commandery No. 45, Knights Templar. 
On Oct. 9, 1912, Atty Dicke married the former Ella M. Lahey of Two Rivers, who 
survives him with two daughters, Mrs. Paul G. Fluck of Madison and Mrs. Hollis L. 
Schlueter of Colorado Springs, Colo., son Atty. Fred G. Dicke, former District 
Attorney, and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapel after 2 p.m. Sunday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 28, 1957  pp. 1, 9 
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TWO RIVERS, 6,000, Manitowoc Co. Bank of Two Rivers
DICKE, F. W. Born Two Rivers, Wisc., Oct. 15, 1873; a.
to bar 1896, Wisc.; ed. pub. schs., Two Rivers, Wisc.;
legal ed. Univ. of Wisc., LL.B.; City Atty., Two
Rivers.  Mem. Manitowoc Co. Bar Ass'n; general
practice.  Attorney for: Bank of Two Rivers, Two
Rivers Savings Bank, Manitowoc Savings Bank.
"The American Bar" by James Clark Fifield Copyright 1918 Page 730
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ATTY DICKE, TWO RIVERS TO BE BENEDICT
Gets License to Wed Miss Ella Lahey of that city
Cupid has scored another victory in the capture of Fred W. Dicke, city attorney 
of Two Rivers, for the ranks of the benedicts, announcements being made of the 
approaching marriage of Mr. Dicke and Miss Ella Lahey of Bellingham, Wash., a 
former Two Rivers girl. A license for the marriage has been granted. Mr. Dicke 
is one of the prominent members of the Bachelor's Club of Two Rivers and is one 
of the best known attorneys of the county. He was elected city attorney at Two 
Rivers a year ago and has been a leading spirit in affairs of the city for years. 
His bride to be, Miss Lahey is a trained nurse and has been a resident of 
Bellingham, Wash., for some time past. The wedding will be celebrated at Two 
Rivers where Miss Lahey is visiting.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Oct. 3, 1912 page 1


GEORGE H. DICKE

GEORGE H. DICKE CALLED BY DEATH. 
Pioneer Resident, Prominent Real Estate Agent, Dies Early This Morning.
George H. Dicke, 72, a pioneer resident, died at 4:30 a.m. today at 
the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edward Grover, on 2608 West Street. 
Heart trouble was the cause of death. Mr. Dicke was born April 23, 
1856, in the town of Two Rivers. He was married Dec. 21, 1887, to 
Miss Ella Gebler and the couple made their home on a farm on the 
Sandy Bay road about a mile and a half from the city. They lived 
there until 1902 when they moved to this city and made their home 
on Emmett Street where they remained until the death of Mrs. Dicke. 
Since that time, Mr. Dicke had made his home with his daughter, 
Mrs. Grover.  
He was employed as agent in the real estate, insurance, and loan 
business for the last 26 years until three months ago when he was 
taken ill. Then his daughter, Mrs. Grover, took over the business. 
Mr. Dicke leaves two children, Mrs. Edward Grover, this city, and 
Mrs. Ira Edwards of Milwaukee; one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Wilke, one 
brother, Fred W. Dicke, both of this city; and three grandchildren. 
The body will lie in state at the Jansky funeral parlors until Sunday 
afternoon. The body will then be taken to the home of Mrs. Grover 
where the funeral will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock with 
the Masonic lodge in charge. Mr. Dicke was also a member of the 
Modern Woodmen, the Odd Fellows and the EFU. These lodges will be 
represented at the funeral. He will be buried at Pioneer's Rest 
Cemetery. 
Manitowoc Times, Friday, January 4, 1929 
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FUNERAL OF GEORGE DICKE TO BE MONDAY. 
Funeral services for George H. Dicke, well known Two Rivers realtor 
and brother of City Attorney Fred W. Dicke, who passed away at the 
home of his daughter on West Street Thursday evening, will take 
place Monday afternoon from the Grover home and will be under the 
auspices of the Masonic order. The deceased has been in failing 
health for the past three months. He was 72 years of age. 
Mr. Dicke was born April 23, 1856, on the farm of his parents, the 
late Diedrich and Marla Dicke in the Town of Two Rivers. He was 
married to Ella Gerber on December 21, 1887. He worked on the farm 
until 1902 when he started in the real estate and insurance business. 
Mr. Dicke has a host of friends he made because of the trustworthy 
business he carried on. He was interested in hunting and fishing and 
was a charter member of the Isaak Walton league and also of the 
Manitowoc County Fish and Game Association. Mr. Dicke is survived 
by two daughters, Mrs. Ira Edwards of Milwaukee and Mrs. Edward A. 
Grover of this city. A brother, Attorney Fred. W. Dicke, and a sister, 
Mrs. Elizabeth Wilke, and three grandchildren survive. Mr. Dicke's 
business will be conducted by his daughter, Mrs. Edward Grover who 
has assisted him in the office for some little time. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, January 5, 1929


MARIE D. DICKE

MRS. DICKE WAS 93 YEARS OF AGE AT DEATH 
Had Just Celebrated Her Birthday 
(By Staff Correspondent)
TWO RIVERS, Wis. April 22-Mrs. Maria (sic)  Dicke, one of the oldest pioneer 
residents in the county, passed away at the home of her son Attorney F. W. 
Dicke, 2115 Monroe street yesterday afternoon, death being due to infirmities 
accompanying old age. Mrs. Dicke was 93 years of age having just recently 
celebrated her birthday anniversary.
Mrs. Dicke was born in Hanover, Germany April 6, 1831 and came to this country 
in 1847 settling in Sheboygan. Shortly after the Hemshemeyer family moved to a 
farm in the Town of Newton where Mrs. Dicke was married November 11, 1850 to 
Diedrick Dicke of Two Rivers, Mr. and Mrs. Dicke then took up their residence 
on a farm on the Sandy Bay road just outside of this city where they resided 
until 1895 when Mr. Dicke was taken by death. Mrs. Dieke remained on the farm 
for two years but since 1897 has been making her home with her son F.W. Dicke.
Active Church Member 
Although advanced in years Mrs. Dicke was an active church member up until the 
past year. She was one of the original founders of the Evangelical Lutheran 
church and was a great church goer. Up until three years ago she kept in daily 
touch with the happenings of life through the newspapers but her eyesight 
gradually failed her, but she did not lose her interest, a member of the family 
reading the papers to keep her informed of the news of the day.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the 
home and at 2 o'clock from the Evangelical church, Rev. Karl Machmiller of 
Manitowoc officiating at the services in the absence of the Rev. Haase. Burial 
will take place at Pioneers Rest Cemetery.
Besides the one son Attorney F. W. Dicke another son George H. Dicke and one 
daughter Mrs. Elizabeth Wilke together with ten grandchildren survive. Another 
daughter Emma died at the age of eighteen years.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 22, 1924  P. 5
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Hold Dicke Funeral
The funeral services of Mrs. Maria Dicke were held this afternoon from the home 
of her son Attorney F.W. Dicke and from the Evangelical Lutheran church, Rev. 
Karl Machmiller of Manitowoc officiating at the services. Burial took place at 
Pioneer Rest cemetery. 
Mrs. Dicke was 93 years old at the time of her death and was one of the early 
pioneers in Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, April 24, 1924 P. 2
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ANOTHER OLD SETTLER IS CALLED BY DEATH
Mrs. Mary Dicke, Mother of the City Attorney Answers Final Summons
LIVED IN COUNTY 77 YEARS
The long and useful life of Mrs. Mary Dicke came to a close Monday afternoon 
when she passed away at the home of her son, City Attorney F.W. Dicke, at the 
age of 93 years. (photo)
For 77 years she had been a resident of this county and was the last of a 
family of eight, all of whom came to American with their parents.
Deceased made her home with her son, Fred, for the past thirty years, ever 
since the death of her husband, Diedrich Dicke, who passed away on the farm 
where he and Mrs. Dicke took up a government claim about two miles north of 
this city in1851. They had been married the year before. For a few months 
they lived in a shanty and then in a two room log house until, after years of 
patient industry and progress, they erected a comfortable modern dwelling.
In the Great Forest Fire
The great forest fire of 1864 was a trying time. It swept past them and around 
them and but for their efforts, at the risk of their lives, it would have 
destroyed their home. Against the advice of neighbors who fled before the flames, 
they remained to save their buildings if possible. Having buried their belongings 
they fought the flames for three days against the fire, Mrs. Dicke throwing water 
on the house and her husband confining his efforts to the barn while the flames 
raged on every side and it was often uncomfortably hot. But they saved their 
buildings in that great conflagration which destroyed nearly every farm house 
and barn along the Rangeline and Sandy Bay roads.
Mrs. Dicke, as long as she could do so, read much and not long ago, her son, 
Fred, presented her with the works of Schiller. She was a woman of refinement 
and a devout Christian, being a member of the original St. John's Lutheran 
Congregation here.
Came to America in 1847
Mrs. Dicke, whose maiden name was Mary Hemschemeier, was born in Germany and 
arrived in this country in 1847 with her parents, at the age of 16. The party 
consisted of the father, mother and eight children. The family settled on a 
piece of land in township 18, six miles west of Manitowoc. Deceased is survived 
by two son, George, who is engaged in the loan and real estate business and 
Attorney F.W. Dicke, who has been city attorney here for several terms and one 
daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Wilke, also of this city. She also leaves ten 
grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon 
from St. John's Lutheran Church, Rev. Carl Machmiller of Manitowoc officiating 
in the absence of Rev. W.G. Haase.
The Reporter, Fri., Apr. 25, 1924
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OLD TIMERS
With fire all around and the neighbors having fled for their lives, it takes 
courage to stick to the farm even though it is to save the buildings from 
destruction. Thus did Mr. and Mrs. Diedrich Dicke when in 1864 the terrible 
foreest fires raged in this vicinity. All the farm buildings except two or 
three along the Sandy Bay and Range Line roads were destroyed by that fire and 
those saved included the dwelling and barn of the Dicke's. Neighbors had come 
to warn them of the danger and to persuade them to leave. They allowed the 
children to be taken to the city but refused to go themselves. They had buried 
all their belongings. For three days and three nights they worked hard and 
successfully to save the buildings. She was stationed at the house and he at the 
barn. It grew uncomfortably hot many times and there was a continuous shower of 
sparks and cinders from the surrounding fire.
They settled on their farm in 1861, one year after their marriage. Mr. Dicke 
acquired the farm as a government claim. For a few months they lived in a shanty 
and then in a two room log house which Mr. Dicke erected and here they lived for 
twenty years when Mr. Dicke built a comfortable frame dwelling. After the death 
of Mr. Dicke twenty years ago, his son, George, acquired the farm and is now owned 
by Mr. W. Stephanek. It consists of 160 acres.  
Mrs. Dicke whose maiden name was Mary Hempshemier arriving in this country in 1847 
with her parents and was then sixteen years of age. The part consisted of the father 
and mother and eight children, ranging in age from 6 to 18. Her father settled on a 
piece of land in Township Eighteen of this county a few miles west of here and six 
miles from Manitowoc. All of her family have passed away except one sister, Mrs. 
Hollander of Manitowoc, who comes frequently to visit her elder sister.
Twenty years ago, soon after her husband's death, Mrs. Dicke moved to his city to 
take up her residence with her son, Fred, who had just commenced the practice of 
law and she has resided with him ever since. Mrs. Dicke is in excellent health and 
spends much time reading books and papers. Last Christmas her son, Fred made her a 
present of Schiller's works and she is finding much pleasure in reading the 
literature of this famous german author.
The Reporter, Sat., Feb. 28, 1914


ANNA KLOSE DICKENSON

Mrs. George Dickenson, 83, of Two Rivers, died Saturday at the County Hospital, 
Manitowoc, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Melvin J. Roehrdanz of Two Rivers will 
officiate and interment will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born Anna Mussil in Manitowoc, Oct. 14, 1872, and in 1891 was married 
to William Klose in Two Rivers. He died in 1925. In 1935 she was married to 
George Dickenson. He died in 1947.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Peter Staalson and Mrs. Edward Sweikar of 
Manitowoc; son, Leroy Klose of Madison; six grandchildren and six great grand-
children.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 3, 1955 P. 13
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[Anna (Klo.)/bur. 10-04-1955/age 82 yrs.]


GEORGE DICKENSON

George W. Dickenson, 76, of 2218 14th street, Two Rivers, died Tuesday 
afternoon at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Beduhn funeral home 
with burial in Pioneers Rest cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral 
home after 3 p.m. Thursday.
He was born in Rockland in 1870 and was a well driller in early life. He came 
to Two Rivers about 23 years ago, working at the Hamilton plant until ill 
health forced his retirement. He was a member of the Hamilton Goodfellowship 
club.
Mr. Dickenson married the former Mrs. Anna Klose of Two Rivers in 1935. Mrs. 
Dickenson survives with three daughters by a former marriage, Mrs. Bernice 
Moistner of Muncie, Ind., Mrs. Walter Veno of Ashland, Wis., and Mrs. Lloyd 
Wiesner of National City, Calif., and one brother, Reuben Dickenson of Sturgeon 
Bay.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 26, 1947 P. 2
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[bur. 03-29-1947/age 76 yrs.]


ANNE DICKSON

The death of Mrs. Anne Dickson of this city, at St. Luke's Hospital, Chicago, 
Saturday was the source of great sorrow and regret to her many dear friends. 
Mrs. Dickson left here in ill health last December to visit with her daughter, 
Mrs. Walter Karr at Paxton, Ill. While there, her condition became much worse 
and she was removed to St. Luke's hospital for treatment, where, however, she 
soon lapsed into unconsciousness. Her condition grew steadily worse and with 
her only son, Wilbur of Pittsburg, Penn. and daughter, Grace at her bedside, 
she passed away last Saturday with the fading light of day. Owing to the poor 
condition of the lines of communication, Mrs. Robert Winn of this city, was 
not able to be with her mother when the end came.
The body of the deceased reached here Monday and the funeral was Tuesday 
afternoon from the Grace Congregational Church which she had served well and 
faithfully as a devout Christian during her entire residence here. Rev. T.T. 
Holway spoke comforting words and lauded the deceased as an exemplary member 
of Grace Congregation. The Ladies of the Macabees had charge of the service 
at the grave.
Mrs. Dickson was for several years superintendent of the Sunday School of 
Grace church. Her efforts did much in building up the interest of the school. 
She was also deaconess of the church for a time and was president of the Ladies 
Aid Society. By virtue of her conscientious devotion she served well in every 
capacity. Decedent was born in Derbyshire, England, sixty-one years ago. At 
the age of nine years she came to this country with her parents. She was 
united in marriage in 1883 at Montreal to Hugh S. Dickson who preceded her 
in death just eighteen months ago. Mr. Dickson held a responsible position 
in the office of the Eggers Veneer Company.
The Reporter, Thurs., Mar. 9, 1922


HUGH DICKSON

One of Two Rivers exemplarary citizens passed away Monday morning when H.S. 
Dickson died at his home on 24th Street, after an illness of several months. Mr. 
Dickson's death was due to a heart affection from which he seemed to be recovering 
when a few weeks ago, the malady again became worse and he steadily declined. Mrs. 
Dickson and a daughter, Miss Eda, Dr. E. Gates, his physician and Rev. E.T. Holway 
were at his bedside when he passed away.
Up to the time of his illness the deceased held the position of head accountant 
and office manager for the F. Eggers Veneer Seating Company, being in the employ 
of that company for the past twenty years.
Hugh Stein Dickson was born in Dorchester County, province of Quebec, Canada on 
Feb. 18, 1850. He was married June 5, 1883 to Anne Elizabeth Bradley of Quebec and 
they went to Topeka, Kansas to reside where Mr. Dickson held the position of auditor 
for the Sante Fe Railroad Co. Later he transferred to the Chicago office in the same 
position and then became the private secretary for the president of the C.B. & I.R.R.
Ill health caused him to resign and being advised to see rest and quiet he came to 
Two Rivers with his family. After regaining his health he accepted a position as 
accountant for the F. Eggers Veneer Seating Co.
Deceased always took a lively interest in civic, national and world affairs and was 
always an intense student and reader. Being possessed of moderate means he was not 
rich, but wealthy, for he was guided by a splendid Christion philosophy. It is the 
testimony of his employers that he was a careful, thorough and conscientious worker 
and his work was faultless.
With the cooperation of a devoted helpmate whom he leaves to mourn his departure, he 
reared a family of three children, who are Wilbur George of Pittsburg, Pa., Mrs. 
Walter Karr of Paxton, Ill., and Miss Edna, domestic science teacher in the city 
schools here. He also leaves a grandson, George Dexter Karr, a brother, Alexander of 
Escanaba, Mich., and one sister, Isabell Henderson of Quebec. The funeral was held 
Wednesday afternoon froom the residence with the services at Grace Congregational 
Church of which he has for years been the senior deacon and which he regularly attended. 
Rev. Holway officiated at the funeral which was largely attended.
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A TRIBUTE (by a friend)   H.S. Dickson
Beyond the horizon of our fettered consciousness has passed the gentle soul of H.S. 
Dickson. To him was given an unusual measure, the great gifts of mind and heart which 
made men beloved of their fellow men. As teacher, as scholar, gentleman, the influence 
of his sincere and simple nature will not pass while memory lasts. To those blessed 
with his intimate companionship to share his love of nature and God's great "out of 
doors", his memory will be a lifelong inspiration. Many hearts are pure, many lives 
are brighter because he lived.
The Reporter, Thurs., Sept. 9, 1920


CARL DIEDERICH

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 01 June)
Carl Diedrich, who had already lain ill two years with consumption, died on 
Friday and was buried on Wednesday last week. The deceased was very well 
liked in these parts, and his early demise will be mourned by all. He was 
born and grew up here, and he worked several years in Chicago, where he 
married and where two of his sisters also lived, who attended his funeral. 
His father died a few years ago, but his mother is still alive and is in 
good health. The deceased lived with her for the last couple of years. May 
he rest in peace.
Der Nord Westen, 04 June 1896 
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Charles Diedrich (sic)
birth: 1861 Two Rivers, Wis. 
death: 30 May 1896 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin 
burial: Two Rivers, Wis. 
father: Charles Diedrich 
mother: Louisa 
spouse: Margaret 
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


CAROLINE DIEDRICH

Caroline H. Diedrich, nee Nischke, age 82, who resided with her daughter, 
Laura Steeber, at 3800 Martin Lane, Two Rivers, formerly of 1509 20th St., 
Two Rivers, was called to her eternal home on Monday evening, Oct. 22, 
2007. 
Caroline was born on March 29, 1925, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late 
Arthur and Hattie (Sibenhorn) Nischke. She attended St. John's Lutheran 
Grade School, and graduated from Washington High School, Two Rivers, with 
the class of 1943. On Feb. 9, 1947, she married Gerhardt Diedrich at St. 
John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death 
on Aug. 26, 1980. Caroline was a clerk typist for the FBI in Washington 
D.C., and was then a Certified Nursing Assistant at Holy Family Hospital 
from 1955, until her retirement in 1986. She was a member of the Ladies 
Society of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Two Rivers Senior 
Center, the Two Rivers Historical Society, the VFW Auxiliary of Two Rivers, 
and the Two Rivers Homemakers. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was also preceded in death by two daughters: Nancy Diedrich and Pamela 
Rehme; and a brother and sister-in-law: William and Merlee Nischke. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25, 2007, at St. 
John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service 
will be the Rev. David Scherbarth, with burial to follow in Pioneer Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, on Thursday morning, Oct. 25, 2007, from 9 a.m. until the 
time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation. 
Memorials in Caroline's name may be made to Manitowoc Lutheran High School. 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the 
Diedrich family with funeral arrangements. 
The family extends a special thank you to the entire staff of Hamilton Memorial 
Home for the tender loving care given to Caroline and her family. 
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 24, 2007 


GERHARDT DIEDRICH

Gerhardt Diedrich, 64, of 1918 Adams St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday evening, 
Aug. 26, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate and burial will 
be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Diedrich was born Jan 9, 1916, at Two Rivers, son of the late William and 
Bertha Tess Diedrich. He attended St. John Parochial School and Washington High 
School. He was a veteran of World War II. He was employed at Hamilton Industries 
for 43 years retiring two years ago. He married Caroline Nischke Feb. 9, 1947, 
at Two Rivers. Mr. Diedrich was a member of the Racing Pigeons Club of Two Rivers, 
and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Survivors include his wife, three sons, Bruce and Keith of Two Rivers, and Arthur 
of Green Bay; four daughters, Mrs. Kathleen Peltier, Laurie and Sarah of Two 
Rivers, and Mrs. Clarence (Pamela) Rehm of Manitowoc; four brothers, Elmer of 
Manitowoc, Reuben of Boca Raton, Fla., and Clarence and Ervin of Two Rivers, and 
eight grandchildren. A daughter and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, until 9 o'clock 
this Wednesday evening and at the church Thursday after 9 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, August 27, 1980 P.3
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[bur. 08-28-1980/age 64 yrs.]
(9 Jan. 1916/Aug. 1980/SSDI)


NANCY LYNN DIEDRICH

Funeral services for Nancy Lynn, 10, daughter of Gerhardt and Caroline Nischke 
Diedrich of 1918 Adams St., Two Rivers, who lost her life Wednesday noon by 
strangulation with a rope in play at the home, will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at 
St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. 
Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Nancy Lynn was born Oct. 26, 1954, at Two Rivers. She was a fourth grade student 
at St. John Parochial School.
Bersides her parents she leaves three sisters and three brothers (Private), at 
home; the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Nischke, of Two Rivers, and 
paternal grandmother Mrs. Bertha Diedrich, of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. 
Friday until 10:30 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church 
where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 15, 1965 P.11
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[bur. 04-17-1965/age 10 yrs.]


CARL DIETRICH

(From correspondent in Two Rivers, 26 Aug.) 
In response to a telegram advising him of his father's death, Charles Diedrich 
arrived here last evening and his sisters Louise and Marie are expected today. 
His father was Carl L. Diedrich who had lived in New York before coming here 
where he worked in the chair factory.
Der Nord Westen, 28 Aug. 1890
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Chronicle Clippings:
Charles Dietrich, one of the employes at the chair factory had the pulse artery 
of his wrist severed last Friday night by accidentally running his arm through 
a pane of glass while endeavoring to close a window. Dr. Oswald was immediately 
summoned but the poor fellow nearly bled to death before his arrival.
Manitowoc Tribune, Thurs., Feb. 3, 1876
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(See also entry of 24 July. Burial described in issue of 04 Sept.)
(Note: I conferred with the Civil War Roundtable and this is the right person
for this obituary)


CARRIE DOBSON

Mrs. Carrie Dobson, 65, wife of William Dobson of Bismarck, N.D., died Sunday 
at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, where she had been a patient for three 
weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Dobson arrived in Two Rivers two months ago from San Jose, 
Calif., and were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Halvor Johnson of 1515 22nd 
St., Two Rivers. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Tuesday at the Klein and 
Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, with burial in Forest View Cemetery.
She was born at Parker, S.D., the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Johnson, former 
residents of Two Rivers. She was married at Bismarck in 1900. Survivors are the 
husband; a daughter, Mrs. Joseph Kirby of San Jose; a son, George, Bismarck, 
N.D.; two brothers, John Johnson, San Jose, Calif., and Ira Johnson, Two Rivers 
and a sister, Mrs. Halvor Johnson, also of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Apr. 23, 1945 page 12


CHARLES H. DODGE

Charles H. Dodge Sr., 78, a veteran employee of the Eggers Veneer and Plywood 
company and active in fraternal organizations in Two Rivers for many years, 
died early this morning at the home of his son, Orrin, at 2412 Thirteenth street, 
Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held from the Beduhn Funeral Home at 8:30 Thursday 
morning and at 9 o'clock from the St. Mark's Catholic church. The Rev. Peter 
Nilies will officiate and burial will be in Pioneer's Rest cemetery.
Charles Dodge was born on October ?, 1863 in Syracuse, New York and came to Two 
Rivers more than ?0 years ago. He married Louise P??ts in Minnesota in 1884. She 
died in 1918.
Mr. Dodge took employment as telegraph operator at the Chicago and North Western 
depot when he arrived in Two Rivers and was employed there for number of years 
before joining the Eggers firm where he was shipping clerk for 32 years. He retired 
in 19??.
Mr. Dodge was affiliated wiht the Loyal Order of Moose since 1910 and was past 
Governor of that order. At the time of his death he was prelate of the organization 
and a trustee in which capacity he served for several years. He was also affiliated 
with the Modern Woodmen.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. William ??nec, Two Rivers, four sons, Gordon of 
Arlington, Minn., Orrin and Roy of Two Rivers and Charles Jr. of Milwuakee, six 
grandchildren also survive.
The body can be viewed at the Beduhn funeral home tonight and until the time of the 
services. The rosary will be recited there at 7:45 tomorrow evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 1, 1942 P.2


GORDON S. DODGE

Gordon S. Dodge, 68, of 1419-15th St., Two Rivers, was found dead in his room 
at 9 a.m. Thursday. 
Funeral services will be 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Deja-Martin Funeral Chapel, Two 
Rivers, and at 9 a.m. St. Mark Catholic Church, the Rev. George Beth officiating. 
Burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery.
Born May 4, 1890, at Edgerton, Wis., son of the late Charles and Louise Paetz 
Dodge, his family moved to Two Rivers when he was a small boy. He attended public 
schools there and later worked at various places in Minnesota. In 1942 he returned 
to Two Rivers and was employed at Eggers Plywood and Veneer Co. until his 
retirement three years ago. He was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters, 
St. Mark Holy Name Society and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He never married.
Survivors include three brothers, Orrin and Roy of Two Rivers and Charles of 
Milwaukee; and a sister, Mrs. William S___k of Two Rivers. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday at the funeral chapel where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 19, 1959  P.23
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[Gordon Steven Dodge]
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Gordon Dodge has returned home from service overseas with the 327th machine gun 
company of the 82nd Division. Gordon Dodge was trained at Camp Gordon, Georgia 
and discharged at Camp Dodge, Iowa.
The Reporter, Thurs., June 5, 1919


LOUISE F. DODGE

GRIM REAPER IS AGAIN BUSY
Mrs. Chas. Dodge Passes Away
After suffering several months of illness, four of which she was confined to bed, 
the silver cord of life was severed early Sunday morning and Mrs. Charles Dodge 
passed away into the realm of eternal peace. Her husband, twins, Orpha and Orrin, 
16, Ray and Charles, aged ten and twelve were at her bedside. But her two oldest 
boys, Gordon and William were not present. They are far away overseas taking part 
at present in the great battle on the western front. Gordon said in his last 
letter, "Now don't worry if you don't hear from me, there are busy times ahead. 
We are going after them hard now." His mother has ceased to "worry" and her boys 
over there will shortly, if they survive the battle, be informed how she passed 
away, her last moments of consciousness being devoted largely to thoughts of them. 
A short time ago, when already very ill, she ordered the Reporter sent overseas for 
she wanted her boys to know about everything going on at home. Always thoughtful 
and devoted in her home affairs, she was also mindful of friends and neighbors. A 
family of young children demands every minute of a mother's time but when distress 
or sickness came to the neighbors or friends, she was there to help. Her maiden 
name was Louise F. Paetz, born in Germany at Frankfort on the Oder in 1867. She 
came to this country when a little girl with her parents. Twenty four years later, 
she came to make her home in this city with her husband and the two little boys 
she was to raise to be soldiers. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the 
home at 2112 Jefferson Street, Rev. Doehler having charge.
Card of Thanks
Realizing the kindness of neighbors and friends in our bereavement due to the death 
of our beloved wife and mother, we wish to extend sincere thanks for their kindness 
and sympathy and the beautiful floral tributes which they gave as tokens of love 
and respect. We are especially mindful of the I.O.O.M. and M.W.A. Lodges and F. 
Eggers Veneer Seating company and employess in giving this testimony of our 
appreciation.
Charles Dodge and Family.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 31, 1918


LUCILLE DODGE

Lucille A. Dodge, 89, of 2109-13th Street, Two Rivers, died early Sunday morning, 
April 14, 1991, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Rev. David Beaudry will officiate and burial will be in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
She was born October 30, 1901, at Niagara, Wis., daughter of the late Henry and 
Cora Wallen McDonald. She attended grade school and high school at Niagara. She 
married Roy Dodge at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death November 6, 1963.
Survivors include one sister, Mrs. Estelle Murphy of Two Rivers; one sister-in-law, 
Mrs. Norbert McDonald of Two Rivers; and a number of nieces and nephews. Besides 
her husband, she was preceded in death by one brother.
Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels after 9 a.m. Wednesday 
until the time of service. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, April 15, 1991 P. B8
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[Lucille Alice]
(30 Oct 1901/14 Apr 1991/SSDI) 


ROY M. DODGE

Roy M. Dodge, 57, of 2109-13th St., Two Rivers, an employe of Mirro Aluminum 
Co. Plant No. 1 machine shop, Two Rivers, for 39 years, died unexpectedly of 
a heart attack at home shortly before 7 a.m. Wednesday as he was preparing to 
leave for work.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers, the Rev. T.F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Dodge was born April 2, 1906, at Two Rivers, son of the late Charles and 
Louise Paetz Dodge. He attended St. John Parochial School and Washington High 
School at Two Rivers. He was a member of the Mirro 25-Year Club.
Surviving are his wife, the former Lucille McDonald, whom he married at Two 
Rivers Sept. 21, 1929; a sister, Mrs. William C. Stueck, of the Town of Two 
Rivers; and two brothers, Orrin of Two Rivers and Charles, of Milwaukee.
Friends may call at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. 
Friday until 11 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church where 
the body will lie in state until time of service.
Two Rivers Reporter, November 6, 1963 P. T-7


AUGUST GOTTLOB DOEHLER, PASTOR

(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 10 Feb.)
Death Fri. of old age debility, of Pastor Emeritus A.G. Doehler, 
father of the pastor of the Lutheran Congregation. The funeral 
will be this afternoon at the Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 13 Feb. 1896

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Rev. August Gottlob Doehler
The Rev. August Gottlob Doehler was a native of Gernsted, province of Saxony, Prussia. His parents were Karl Friederich Doehler and Wilhelmina Doehler, nee Franke. Being possessed of considerable music talent he followed his natural inclinations by devoting the earlier portion of his life to music. Having studied this art under Hauptmann, the celebrated composer and Dr. Louis Spohr, the great violinist, He located at Halle as a teacher of music. In 1854 he decided to serve the church as a minister of the gospel. Therefore, having successfully passed his examination for admission, he was accepted as a student of the University of Rostock.
After his “examen pro candidature”, he served one year as assistant pastor at Waldenburg, Silesia and then in the year 1857 accepted a call extended to him by the Evangelical Lutheran church at Chester, Ohio. He was pastor of this church for a period of two years and then served successfully as pastor of the church at Toledo, as inspector of Martin Luther College, Buffalo, N.Y., as pastor of the Lutheran churches at Wolcottsburg, N.Y., Paducah, Ky, Altenburg, Mo., and Forestville, Wi. Having sered the churches at Forestville for fourteen years, he in 1889 accepted a call to the Lutheran Church at Tavistock, Ontario in which position he served faithfully until on accout of old age, he was forced to resign. On September 22, 1895 he preached his valedictory sermon and then removed to Two Rivers to spend the rest of his life with the family of his son.
In 1868 he was married to Lissette Hachmann of Buffalo, N.Y. Of the five children which sprung from their union, one one son survives. Deceased was a devout Christian and a faithful worker in the service of the church. Even after he resigned active service he still sought the welfare of the church and endeavored to promote the same by literary work.
At his funeral officiated the Revs. Wolbrecht of Sheboygan, Sagehorn of Potter, Brenner of Reedsville, Machmueller of Manitowoc. Besides there were in attendance the Revs. Strasen of Wayside, Ave. Lallemont of Morrison, Sicher of Rosencrans, Pieper of Newton, Springling of Hika and Eppling of Ahnapee. There were also present at the funeral besides the large number from this city and vicinity several persons from abroad, among whom were Mr. Jacob Jung of Sheboygan, Wis., Hon. W. Croll of Manitowoc and Mr. A. Perewitz of Ahnapee.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Feb. 11, 1896

CHRISTINE LISETTE DOEHLER

DIES FROM INJURIES IN A WRECK
Mrs. Doehler, Two Rivers, Succumbs to Her Injuries.
DEATH AT FLINT, MICH., HOSPITAL.
Injuries which she sustained in a train wreck at Durand, Mich., ten 
days ago resulted in the death of Mrs. Lizette Doehler an aged resident 
of Two Rivers at Flint, Mich., Wednesday and the body will be brought 
here for burial at Two Rivers on Saturday. Mrs. Doehler was taken to 
the hospital at Flint after the acident (sic) and owing to the nature 
of her injuries and her advanced age, little hope of recovery was 
entertained. The funeral Saturday is from St. John's church of which 
Mrs. Doehler was a member and son Rev. C.S. Doehler, pastor.
Mrs. Doehler was enroute to canada (sic) for a visit to relatives at 
the time of the accident which caused her death. The train upon which 
she was a passenger was being run in two sections and through a 
misunderstanding of train orders the section collided with the first 
at the station at Durand, Mich. Eight persons were killed outright and 
Mrs. Dehrer (sic) and four others were so seriously hurt that there was 
little chance for recover. Mrs. Doehler sustained a fracture of the hip 
and was internally hurt.
Mrs. Doehler was the widow of the late Rev. A.G. Doehler, for years 
pastor of the Lutheran church at Two Rivers his death occuring fifteen 
years ago. Mr. Doehler was born at Buffalo, N.Y. April 30, 1836 and had 
been a resident at Two Rivers for a long term of years. She is survived 
by one son Rev. C.S. Doehler at Two Rivers. Mrs. Dohler (sic) was well 
known in this city and throughout the county.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, September 8, 1910 P.1
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Railroad Accident
With her right leg fractured and her hip dislocated, seriously bruised and 
perhaps internally hurt, Mrs. Lizette Doehler, mother of Rev. Doehler of the 
Lutheran church is in the hospital at Flint, Mich., a victim of a railway wreck 
which occurred on the lines of the Grand Trunk Railway Co., near Durand, Mich. 
Thursday afternoon. Rev. Doehler has been summoned from here to Flint by a 
message announcing the serious injuries of his mother.
Mrs. Doehler left Wednesday morning over the C & NW line for Tavistock, Ontario, 
Canada where she planned to make an extended stay with relatives. She was a 
passenger aboard a Grand Trunk train, the wreckage of which at Durand, Mich., 
Thursday, resulted in the death of six persons and seriously injured five others. 
One report says the death list from the wreck may total nineteen, there being a 
number of passengers in the train who are unaccounted for.
The wreck, one of the most serious of the year was caused by a rear collision of 
two east bound passenger trains. One section of the Montreal Express had stopped 
at Durand for repairs and a brakeman had been sent back to flag the second section 
of the train but whether he was negligent or the engineer failed to see the signal 
is not known and the second section crashed into the rear of the first telescoping 
a Pulman sleeper which Mrs. Doehler is thought to have been a passenger, as 
dispatches say, passengers in the sleeper were most seriously injured.
The condition of Mrs. Doehler, owing to her advanced age is considered serious, 
says dispatches and it is feared she may not survive. Mrs. Doehler is 74 years old 
though for her age, active and in excellent health but the nature of her injuries 
and damage that she may have been internally hurt is causing much anxiety at Two 
Rivers to her friends and relatives. If it is possible to move her she may be 
brought back to this city by her son.
The Reporter, Tues., Aug. 30, 1910 page 1
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Mrs. Lizzette Doehler died at the hospital at Flint, Mich., last Wednesday. The 
recent railroad accident caused her death.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 2, 1910


HERBERT C. DOHRMAN

Herbert C. Dohrman, 66, of 765 Elmwood Ave., Oshkosh, head of two departments 
at the Wisconsin States University of Oshkosh and a former long time Two Rivers 
Washington High School instructor where he had been dean of boys, died Friday 
afternoon at the home. He had been in failing health the past eight months. 
Funeral services will be at 1 pm Monday at Seefeld Funeral Home at 107 Church 
Ave., Oshkosh, the Rev. Dr. Nels Nordstrom, pastor of First Congregational Church, 
Oshkosh, officiating. Burial will be at Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers, where 
graveside services will be conducted at about 3 pm Monday.
Mr. Dohrman was born Nov. 7, 1900 at Mayville, Wis., a son of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. John F. Dohrman. He was graduated from Mayville High School with the Class 
of 1918 of which he was class valedictorian. He received his bachelor of science 
degree from the University of Wisconsin at Madison and his master of arts degree 
from Marquette University. His graduate work was at the University of Denver and 
the University of Wisconsin at Madison.
Mr. Dohrman's first assignment in teaching was at Two Rivers Washington High 
School in 1923, the year Washington High School was completed. At Two Rivers he 
taught biology and chemistry. He later became dean of boys at the school as well 
as heading the Guidance Department. Before becoming associated permanently with 
the Oshkosh University, he taught two summers in the biology department.
At Two Rivers, he was extremely active in conservation work and made a study of 
the lamprey eel situation for the Wisconsin Conservation Department as it involved 
the Two Rivers area. At Two Rivers, he was active in Boy and Girl Scout work and 
was a member of Grace Congregational Church. He also belonged to the Quarter 
Century Club of the Two Rivers public school system.
In 1949 in assuming a teaching position at Wisconsin State University at Oshkosh, 
he became director of the Audio-Visual Department and head of the Practical Arts 
Department, as well as teaching in the Biology Department. 
Mr. Dohrman was a lifetime member of the National Education Assn. and affiliated 
also with the Wisconsin Education Assn., Oshkosh Educational Assn., Phi Delta 
Kappa honorary graduate fraternity, Wisconsin Department of Audio-Visual Directors 
Assn., Association of Wisconsin State University Faculty, Wisconsin Alumni Assn., 
and the Northwestern Education Assn.
Mr. Dohrman married the former Ursula Wallo of Two Rivers, at the Little Brown 
Church of the Vale in Iowa, Oct. 31, 1931, who survives him with two daughters, 
Mrs. Hugh (Diantha) Corbett and Mrs. James (Pamela) Davis of Appleton; a sister, 
Mrs. Alfred Villwock of Mayville; a brother, Arthur of Mayville and three 
grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home at Oshkosh after 4 pm Sunday. 
A memorial fund is being established at Wisconsin State University Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, Dec. 10, 1966 page M13
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(07 Nov 1900/Dec 1966/SSDI)


URSOLA G. DOHRMAN

Mrs. Ursula G. Dohrman(sic), 77, of Appleton, died Tuesday evening, June 23, 
1987 at Appleton. Memorial services will be 1 pm Friday at First Congregational 
United Church of Christ, Appleton. The Rev. John T. McFadden will officiate and 
burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Dohrman was born July 12, 1909 at Two Rivers, where she graduated from 
Washington High School and then attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison. 
Following her marriage to Herbert C. Dohrman, May 17, 1931, she moved to Oshkosh 
in 1949 where she lived until 1974 at which time she moved to Appleton. Mrs. 
Dohrman was a member of First Congregational Church of Christ, Appleton and its 
Womens Fellowship where she was presently chairman of Timely Topics Circle and 
was active in Northeast Association and State church work. While living in Oshkosh 
she was a member of the Oshkosh Public Museum Auxiliary, Friend of Paine Art 
Center, American Study Class, Faculty Dames of the University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh, 
Past President Parliamentary Law Class for over 25 years, past member League of 
Women Voters and Red Cross Volunteers. Mrs. Dohrman was active in Girl Scouts for 
many years in Two Rivers and Appleton. She was a past member of Fox Valley Girl 
Scout Council, a member of Fiction Club, Riverview County Club, Past President of 
Peabody Manor Auxiliary and presently was on the Board of Friends of Sunburst Youth 
Home, Neillsville, Wisconsin.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Hugh (Diantha) "DeeDee" Corbett and Mrs. James 
(Pamela) David, both of Appleton; a brother-in-law, Leonard W. Stangel of Two Rivers; 
five grandchildren; special nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Wichmann Funeral Home, Appleton, 4 pm to 8 pm this Thursday and 
Friday from 9 am to 11 am and then at the church from 12 noon until the time of 
services. A memorial fund is being established in her name.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., June 25, 1987
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(12 Jul 1909/Jun 1987/SSDI)
[Ursola Gesi.]


MARIE DOLESCHAL

REPORT OF COUNTY JUDGE ON TUBERCULAR PATIENTS
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC
COUNTY, WISCONSIN:
Gentlemen: - in accordance with duties which are provided for in
the Statutes, I beg leave to submit my report to all proceedings
and hearings in relating to tubercular patients had and determined
since filing of my last report, May 13, 1919, up to and including
this 13th day of November, 1919.
John Chloupek, County Judge,

Marie Doleschal, married, aged 21, resident of Two Rivers, Wisconsin,
committed to Maple Crest Sanatorium on May 27, 1919;
A.M. Farrell examining physician.
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Mrs. Edward Doleschall of Two Rivers died at Maple Crest Sanatorium 
at Whitelaw and her remains were taken to Two Rivers for burial. She 
was 21 years of age and had been suffering from tuberculosis for many 
months. The deceased is survived by her husband and two small children.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, July 02, 1919 Page 2
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After a long illness, Mrs. Edward Doleshel(sic) passed away at Whitelaw sanitarium. 
Her remains were brought to this city and the funeral took place Wednesday morning 
from the home of her father, Andrew Radzinski. Deceased is survived by two small 
children, 2 brothers and four sisters besides her husband and parents. She was born 
in this city 21 years ago.
The Reporter, Thurs., June 26, 1919
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Card of Thanks
We desire to express our thanks and appreciation to our friends for their kindness 
and sympathy shown us in our late bereavement due to the illness and death of our 
beloved wife and daughter being especially mindful of the beautiful floral tributes.
Ed Doleshel
A. Radinski and family
The Reporter, Thurs., July 3, 1919


WILLIAM R. DONALDSON

William Donaldson, 71, 1726 27th St., Two Rivers, died at Two Rivers
Municipal Hospital Friday afternoon where he had been a patient for six
weeks.
Funeral services will be held at the Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Chapel,
Two Rivers, at 2 p.m. Monday, the Rev. C.H. Phipps, pastor of First
Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc, officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers'
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
William Donaldson, who was single, was born in Banbridge, Northern Ireland,
in 1879, a son of the late Christopher and Elizabeth McBride Donaldson. He
immigrated to this country in 1911 and made his home in Chicago for a 
number of years. In 1936 he came to the town of Two Rivers and was employed
until 1950 on the farm of Henry C. Schmidt. When the Schmidts retired last
year he came to Two Rivers to live with them.
He leaves a brother, Christopher Donaldson of Chicago and a sister in Ireland.
Friends may call at the Funeral Home, from 2 p.m. Sunday until the time of
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 29, 1951  p.2


IGNATZ DOUBRAVSKY

Ignatz Doubravsky, a pioneer settler of Two Rivers and for many 
years city sexton and street commission, died Saturday night after 
an illness of 24 hours. He had suffered from a severe cold for 
several days but his condition did not become alarming until Friday 
night. 
He made his home alone and is survived by one stepson, Fred Kippel/Rippel? 
Of Milwaukee, who notified of his father's illness, reached Two Rivers 
Saturday night, but too late to bid the aged man farewell. Doubravsky 
being unconscious when he arrived and never revived. The funeral was 
held at Two Rivers today.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, December 14, 1915, Page 3
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After an illness of a day, Ignatz Doubrosky(sic) died at his home at 9 o'clock 
Saturday morning. Since the death of Mrs. Doubrosky about a year ago, he had 
lived alone. He was city sexton for several years up to last fall when he gave 
up the position and began a shoe repair business. Mr. Fred Ripple of Chicago, 
step-son, is the only surviving relative. He was summoned by telegram but reached 
the dying man's bedside too late to be recognized and only a half hour before 
death came. Mr. Doubrosky suffered from a bad cold a few days before his death 
but was up and around and ate his supper as usual Friday night but shortly 
thereafter became very ill and died twelve hours later. The deceased left no will. 
He was born in Bohemia in 1844 and has been a resident of this city for the past 
35 years or more. The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Morris officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., Dec. 17, 1915
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TWELVE ESTATES IN PROBATE COURT DURING MONTH OF DECEMBER
The following estates were admitted to probate during the month 
of December, 1915:
Anna Felber, Matilda Borucki, Mary Ann Maguire, Ignatz Doubrowski, 
Walter Ihlenfeldt, Wilhemina Kohls, Katherine Pankratz, Mattes Reif, 
Jeremiah Reardon, Barbara Strachl, Helen Smith and Mary Hall.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, January 4, 1916 P.3
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SON OF DEAD WIFE, NO KIN TO MAN, IS CLAIMING ESTATE
Interesting Contest Over Estate of Deceased City Sexton at Two Rivers-
Estate May Revert to State of Wisconsin
Will the estate of the late Ignatz Douborowski (sic), former city 
sexton of Two Rivers, revert to the state of Wisconsin?
This is probable if one of the most interesting contests ever heard 
in probate court is decided adversely to Fred Rippel, of Chicago, son 
of Douborowski's deceased wife, who claims the estate under promise, 
he says, was made him to inherit. Rippel has also filed a claim of 
$1,100 against the estate, for services to Douborowski and his wife 
and for monies loaned, declaring that he advanced $1,100 in cash to 
the couple in recent years. Fred Wilsman, administrator of the estate, 
is represented by Attorney J. Healy and Attorney L.W. Ledvina represents 
Rippel.
The fact that Rippel is no kin of the dead man, having been the son of 
Douborowski's wife by former marriage, and there being no known heirs 
of Douborowski, with result in the estate reverting to the state of 
Wisconsin, should Rippel's claim be rejected by the court.
Douborowski was city sexton at Two Rivers for many years.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, April 19, 1916 P.7


JENNIE DOUBRAVSKY

Jennie Dobrouski, a girl about 16 years of age whose parents reside in this 
city, died on Sunday after an illness of only one week's duration, the origin 
of which was a cold contracted a few days previous to her death. Jennie was 
a bright and loveable girl and a favorite with her classmates in the high school.  
She was the only child of her parents and their grief is deep and heart rending. 
Manitowoc County Chronicle - May 5, 1896
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May 12, 1896 edition
Card of Thanks
The undersigned desire to express their most sincere thanks to all those who 
so kindly assisted and sympathized with them in their recent sorrow over the 
loss of their beloved daughter.
I. Doubravsky and Family
Manitowoc County Chronicle - May 5, 1896


JULIA DOUBRAVSKY

The funeral of Mrs. Ignatz Doubrosky occurred Monday from the home on 18th Street, 
Rev. Morris officiating. Mrs. Doubrosky(sic) passed away Friday afternoon after 
an illness of many weeks during which she was a patient sufferer. She was born in 
Bohemia February 16, 1840 and came to Two Rivers in 1884 after residing at Chicago 
for four years. She is survived by her husband and one son, Fred Ripple of Chicago 
who with his family was here to attend the funeral.
The Reporter, Sat., Aug. 15, 1914


EVELYN R. DOWNING

Evelyn R. (Gibeault) Downing, age 78, died Monday, April 28, 1997.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 2, 1997, at St. 
Stephen Catholic Church, Milwaukee, (family and friends please meet at the church). 
Interment Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
Survivors include two daughters, Bonita "Bonnie" (Cecil) Littlefield, Rene (Craig) 
Daeda, Minneapolis; grandchildren, Curtis Littlefield, Tracy (Rob) Robb, Lori 
(Chris) Kaluzny, great grandchildren, Jason and Danny Littlefield; a brother Thomas 
(Evelyn) Gagnon, Two Rivers; nieces, other relatives and friends.
Evelyn was an Auxiliary member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, and a member of 
the Wilson Park Senior Center.
Relatives and friends may call at the Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral Home, 1515 W. 
Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, from 3-7 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, 1997.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Lung Association would be preferred.
Herald Times Reporter, April 30, 1997 P. A2
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(16 Feb 1919/28 Apr 1997/SSDI)


AUG. F. DRAEGER

TAKEN TO OSHKOSH HOSPITAL WEEK AGO, AUGUST DRAEGER, 
TWO RIVERS, BROUGHT BACK A CORPSE
Taken to the Northern hospital at Oshkosh a week ago when his mind gave 
way under worry over illness and financial troubles, August Draeger, a 
Two Rivers man was brought back to his home today, a corpse. The burial 
will be held at Two Rivers. 
Draeger was injured last December when he fell on an icy walk and fractured 
his hip. He was at the hospital here for weeks and constant worry over his 
trouble affected the man's mind and he was sent to the hospital at Oshkosh 
for treatment. His condition was such that he had to be taken to the train 
on a stretcher. Yesterday report was received at probate court that the man 
had died and the body arrived here last night. Draeger was 48 years of age.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, February 14, 1917, Page 1
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FALL IS INDIRECT CAUSE OF DEATH
August Draeger, who fractured his hip by falling on an icy walk on 16th Street 
a few weeks ago, died Tuesday at the Northern Hospital for insane at Oshkosh. 
He was taken to that institution from the Holy Family Hospital a week before his 
death, his mind having given way from worry over illness and financial troubles. 
The remains were brought to this city Wednesday and rested at the Odd Fellow  
-- illegible phrase-- charge of the funeral this afternoon. Decedent was a native 
of Germany, having been born in 1868 and coming to this city with his parents 
when a child. He is survived by a widow, his aged mother and a sister, Mrs. Fred 
Becker who resides in Minnesota.
The Reporter, Fri., Feb. 16, 1917
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Hamilton Company Pays 1st Death Claim
The Hamilton Manufacturing Company paid Mrs. Aug. Draeger $500 yesterday, on 
account of one of the life insurance policies which were issued to all empoyees 
on January 1st, the insurance being placed with the Aetna Life Insurance Company 
of Hartford, Conn. Mr. Dreger's widow is the first beneficiary under this form 
of insurance. Mr. Draeger was in the employ of the Hamilton Mfg. Co. for only a 
little over six months prior to his death.
The Reporter Fri., Mar. 2, 1917
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(1910 Two Rivers census:
August Draeger age 41; wife Margaret 40)


ALMA DREGER

Mrs. Robert Dreger, 76, of 1725-26th St., Two Rivers, died late Monday afternoon 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient a month.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. T. F. Stern will officiate and burial will be in 
Pioneers Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Dreger, nee Alma Gesell, was born May 8, 1889, at Two Rivers, daughter of 
the late George and Mary Thuss Gesell. She attended St. Johns Parochial School 
and Two Rivers public school. She served as chief operator of the Two Rivers 
Telephone Co., operated by the late Charles F. Kirst, for 13 years preceding her 
marriage May 25, 1921, to Robert Dreger at Two Rivers. He died in May 1962.
She was a member of the Ladies of St. Johns and the Two Rivers Woman's Club.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Franklin (Marie) Von der Sump of Dalton; two 
sons, John and James, of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Charles Dose of Two River, 
and Mrs. Oliver Mader of Antigo; four brothers, Adolph of Manitowoc, Edgar of 
Antigo, Clarence and Harry of Two Rivers and 10 grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, until 10:30 a.m. 
Wednesday when the casket will be moved to church to lie in state until the time 
of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 23, 1965  P. 5
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Two Well Known and esteemed young people plighted their troth at St. John Church 
Tuesday morning when Miss Alma Gesell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Gesell, 
became the bride of Robert Dreger, assistant postmaster in the local post office. 
Rev. W.G. Haase performed the ceremony in the in the presence of relatives and 
friends. The couple were attended by Clarence Gesell and Miss Gertrude Dreger, 
brother and sister of the bride and groom respectively. The bride has for some 
time been chief operator for the local telephone exchange, a position which she 
filled with consciencious ability.  
The Reporter, Thurs., May 26, 1921


DANIEL DREGER

Daniel Dreger, Hamilton Engineer, Dies Here
FUNERAL WILL BE HELD HERE UNDER MASONS
Rites On Friday With Burial At Pioneers Rest; At Plant 30 Years
One of Two Rivers best known citizens, Daniel Dreger, 76, engineer aat (sic) 
the Hamilton Manufacturing company for nearly 30 years, died at Two Rivers 
Municipal hospital Wednesday afternoon, where he had been a patient since 
Sunday. He had been in poor health for the past few months.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon from the Beduhn and Goetz chapel 
under the auspices of the Masonic lodge, No. 200, of which Mr. Dreger was a 
member for many years. The Rev. Thomas A. Hawkes will officiate at the chapel. 
Interment will be in Pioneers Rest cemtery.
Mr. Dreger was born in Niagara county, New York, May 23, 1857, where he was 
reared and educated. When a young man he went to Minnestoa and Iowa and later 
located at ???????? ???.
In 1883 he made an extended visit to his New York state home and while there 
he was married on November 22, 1883 to Mary Lydia Parker, who survives him. 
Two chilcren were born to them.
Since August, 1903 the family has been residing in Two Rivers. Mr. Dreger was 
employed as engineer by the Hamilton Manufacturing company since his residence 
here and remained in their employ until May, 1932, when he retired.
He was a life member of the N.E.P.A., an engineers' association, and the F. and 
A.M. ldoge No. 200 here.
Besides his widow he leaves a daughter, Gertrude at the home at 1624 24th street, 
and one son, Robert, also of this city. He is also survived by a sister Anna M. 
Dreger of Minneapolis, Minn. There are three grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, June 15, 1933 P.11


GERTRUDE DREGER

Miss Gertrude Dreger, 79, of 1624 24th St., Two Rivers, retired secretary to 
Wilber G. Dickson, former finance vice president of Hamilton Mfg. Co., died 
at 9 am Wednesday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she was a surgical 
patient. 
Miss Dreger, a resident of Two Rivers since 1912 had been with the Hamilton firm 
for 40 years, serving in numerous capacities in secretarial work, including 
corporation duties. She was also active in affairs of Grace Congregational Church 
at Two Rivers and last week was renamed secretary-treasurer of the Sunshine Circle 
of the church. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Friday at Grace Congregational 
Church, the Rev. Richard H. Trump officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest 
Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Miss Dreger was born at Ashland Nov. 8, 1887, daughter of the late Daniel and 
Mary Praker Dreger. She received her education in the Niagara, N.Y. area and early 
in the century the family brought her to Manitowoc. A short while later the family 
moved to Two Rivers where Miss Dreger became employed with the Hamilton Company 
in 1912. She retired Dec. 1, 1952.
In her retirement, Miss Dreger, besides her church activities, gave considerable 
time to the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Auxiliary, of which she was an early 
member. Surviving are a niece, Mrs. Franklin Vandercump of Dalton, Wis., and two 
nephews, Jack and James Dreger of Two Rivers. A brother, Robert Dreger, longtime 
assistant postmaster at Two Rivers died in May of 1962. Friends may call at Deja 
and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers after 3 pm Thursday until 10:30 am Friday 
when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in state 
until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Dec. 21, 1966 page T9
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(b. 8 Nov. 1887/d. Dec. 1966/SSDI)


ROBERT G. DREGER

Robert G. Dreger, 77, of 1725-27th St., Two Rivers, retired longtime Two Rivers 
assistant postmaster, died at 8 a.m. Saturday at the home. He had been in 
failing health five months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump, pastor of Grace Congregational Church, 
Two Rivers, officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Dreger was born at Ashland, Wis., Nov. 20, 1884, son of Daniel and Mary 
Parker Dreger. When he was 12 years old the family brought him to Manitowoc. 
For seven years Mr. Dreger served as an engineer on Great Lakes freighters while 
residing at Manitowoc. In 1913, he became a clerk at the Two Rivers Post Office 
and in 1917 he was promoted to assistant postmaster, serving under the late 
Frank E. Riley, the late Noel E. Nash, the late Conrad Baetz, the late Charles F. 
Kurtz and Ben F. Wolf. He was acting postmaster for almost two years after the 
death of Mr. Kurtz in 1949.
For many years Mr. Dreger was active in affairs of the Two Rivers Masonic Lodge 
and served as its secretary several years ago. He was also a member of the national 
Association of Retired civil Employes and of the Men's Brotherhood of Grace 
Congregational Church.
Surviving are his wife, the former Alma Gesell, whom he married at Two Rivers 
May 24, 1921; a daughter, two sons (Private); a sister, Miss Gertrude of Two 
Rivers and 10 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Monday.
Masonic Memorial Services conducted by Two Rivers Lodge F. and A.M. No. 200, 
will be at the funeral chapels at 7:30 p.m. Monday. V.R. Becker, worshipful 
master of the lodge, requested brethren to meet at the Masonic Temple at 7 p.m. 
after which they will march to the funeral chapels.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, May 5, 1962 P.11
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Two Well Known and esteemed young people plighted their troth at St. John Church 
Tuesday morning when Miss Alma Gesell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Gesell, 
became the bride of Robert Dreger, assistant postmaster in the local post office. 
Rev. W.G. Haase performed the ceremony in the in the presence of relatives and 
friends. The couple were attended by Clarence Gesell and Miss Gertrude Dreger, 
brother and sister of the bride and groom respectively. The bride has for some 
time been chief operator for the local telephone exchange, a position which she 
filled with consciencious ability.  
The Reporter, Thurs., May 26, 1921


HULDA DREIER

Mrs. John Drier(sic) died at her home on the Eastside last week Friday. The 
funeral was held Sunday afternoon from St. John's Lutheran Church. Deceased was 
forty-nine years of age having been born in Germany. She is survived by a husband 
and several children.
The Reporter, Fri., July 20, 1917


JOHN DREIER

JOHN DREIER, 65, TOWN OF TWO RIVERS, DIES
John Dreier, 65, town of Two Rivers farmer, passed away late Monday at the 
hospital here. Burial will take place from the home of Mrs. Bernard Schramm, 
a daughter, with whom he made his home for the past two years, on Thursday 
afternoon with interment at Pioneer's Rest cemetery.
The deceased was born in the town of Two Rivers in 1865. In 1897 he married Mrs. 
Hulda Oestreich, who preceded him in death thirteen years ago. He resided on 
five different farms in the township and last operated a farm in the town of 
Mishicot, which he disposed of to take up his residence with his daughter.
Mr. Dreier is survived by two daughters and three sons, Mrs. Bernard Schramm and 
Mrs. William Schramm, of this city, and John Jr., Unity, and Harry and Elton, at 
home. He also leaves three stepdaughters, Mrs. William Garsow, and Mrs. Fred Baeck, 
Unity, and Mrs. Richard Gauthier, town of Two Rivers. There is also a brother and 
two sisters surviving him, Fred Dreier, town of Two Rivers, Mrs. Henry Arnold, 
Chicago and Mrs. Fred Raeck Sr., Unity. Sixteen grand children and one great grand 
child mourn his passing.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 15, 1930  P.11
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[John DRIER]


AMY M. DREWS

MRS. R. DREWS DIES AT HOME OF DAUGHTER
Mrs. Richard Drews, aged 68, a pioneer resident of Cooperstown passed away last 
night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Roy Nelson of Manitowoc Rapids, where 
she had been confined since she suffered a stroke sometime ago. The deceased 
resided at Cooperstown for nearly 40 years. She was born near Mishicott in 1861 
and her maiden name was Amy Kahrs. She was married to Richard Drews in 1883. Five 
daughters and three sons survive. They are: Mrs. Arthur DeNeveu, Milwaukee; Mrs. 
Arthur Bukowsky, Cornell, Wis.; Mrs. Roy Nelson, Rapids; Mrs. Reuben Madenwald 
and Mrs. Oscar Kleinbauer, this city; Oscar Drews of Colgan, N.D., and Walter and 
Richard of this city. One brother, Louis Kahrs of San Diego, Calif., also survives.
Announcement will be made of the funeral in tomorrow's paper.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tues., April 29, 1930 page 2
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FUNERAL SERVICES FOR MRS DREWS TO BE HELD ON FRIDAY
Funeral services for Mrs. Richard Drews, pioneer resident of the county who died 
Monday night at the home of a daughter at Manitowoc Rapids on Monday night, will 
be held from the family home at 1 o'clock and from the Zander Lutheran Church at 
1:30 o'clock on Friday afternoon. Burial will take place at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wed., April 30, 1930 page 1


RICHARD A. DREWS

Richard A, Drews, 79, retired Cooperstown furniture dealer and undertaker, 
died suddenly early today at the home of his son, Walter, a short distance 
west of the city on Highway 141. Mr. Drews has been making his home there 
the past year.
He submitted to an operation last December and apparenntly recovered. He 
continued active and yesterday accompanied his son on a trip to the city. 
He retired last night as usual. This morning he was found dead in bed.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Vogelsang funeral 
home and at two o'clock from the First German Ev. Lutheran church. Interment 
will be in Two Rivers. 
Mr. Drews was born at Kossuth in 1859 and when a young man learned the carpenter 
trade. Later he went into business at Cooperstown in 1891, establishing a 
furniture store and undertaking business. This he operated for 40 years. In 1931 
he retired from active business.
He married Miss Amy Kahrs in 1883. Mrs. Drews died in 1930.
Survivors are three sons, Oscar, Colgan, N.D., Walter, Manitowoc Rapids, Roland, 
City; five daughters, Mrs. Arthur De Neveau, Milwaukee, Mrs. Oscar Kleinbauer 
and Mrs. Ruben Madenwald, both of this city, Mrs. Arthur Bukosky, Carnell, Wis., 
Mrs. Roy Nelson, Manitowoc Rapids; sister, Mrs. Nic Eller, Mishicot; four 
brothers, Rudolph, Idaho, Henry, Reedsburg, Wis., and August and Otto, city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Friday morning until the hour 
of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 4, 1938  P.2


FRED DRIER

Fred Drier, 70, of 421 North Seventh street, died last night at the Holy Family 
hospital. He had been a patient there two weeks.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., from the Frazier mortuary 
and will be conducted by a Christian Scientist. Burial will be at Two Rivers.
Mr. Drier was born in Two Rivers and spent his entire life there until moving 
to this city a year ago. He married Rose Vetter in 1924.
Survivors are the widow; two sisters, Mrs. Minne Raek of Unity, Wis., and Mrs. 
Sophia Roth of Glasgow, Mont. 
The body may be viewed at the Mortuary from Sunday evening on.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 18, 1939  P.4
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Vetter - Drier
Miss Rosa Emilie Louise Vetter of the Town of Liberty, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter 
Vetter of the town of Liberty and Mr. Fred Drier, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Drier of the 
Town of Two Rivers, were married at Manitowoc on November 11th. The ceremony was 
performed by Judge Chlonek. The attendants were Mrs. Chas. Start, sister of the bride 
and Mr. Paul Vetter, brother of the bride. The couple will reside on a farm in the Town 
of Two Rivers.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Manitowoc, Wis., Wednesday, November 19, 1924 pg. 2


HARRY DRIER

Harry F. Drier, 73, of 1209 (unreadable sentence) day, November 25, at Two 
Rivers Communtiy Hospital.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Martin Scheele will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers 
Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Drier was born Sept 7, 1907, in the Town of Two Rivers, son of the late John 
and Hulda Oestreich Drier. He had been a former plumbing inspector for the City 
of Two Rivers, retiring eight years ago.
Survivors include nieces and nephews. Two brothers and five sisters preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 5 o'clock this 
Monday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, November 24, 1980 P.3
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[bur.11-25-1980/age 73 yrs.]
(7 Sep. 1907/Nov. 1980/SSDI)


HERMAN DRIER

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dreier (sic), who were at Two Rivers where they were 
called by the death of Herman Dreier, returned to Sheboygan this morning. 
Herman Dreier who passed away July 19 and for whom funeral services were 
held yesterday, was a member of the third generation to pass away on that 
farm, located on Rural Route 1, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 23, 1923  P.3


ROSE DRIER

Mrs. Fred Drier, 61, of 421 N. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died early Wednesday 
at the Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be 
in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Drier, the former Rosa Vetter, was born in 1891 in the town of Liberty. 
She was married to Mr. Drier in 1924 and a year before his death in 1939 the 
couple came to Manitowoc to live.
She was a member of the Germania Society and the Women's Relief Corps, and had 
been employed at the National Tinsel Company and Schuette Bros.
Surviving are the mother, Mrs. Augusta Vetter of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. 
Hedwig Goeke and Mrs. Hildegarde Stark, both of Manitowoc; four brothers, Arthur 
of Valders, Paul of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, and Emil and Michael, both of Manitowoc.
The body will lie in state at the funeral home from noon Friday until the hour 
of services Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 28, 1952  P.13
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Vetter - Drier
Miss Rosa Emilie Louise Vetter of the Town of Liberty, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter 
Vetter of the town of Liberty and Mr. Fred Drier, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Drier of the 
Town of Two Rivers, were married at Manitowoc on November 11th. The ceremony was 
performed by Judge Chlonek. The attendants were Mrs. Chas. Start, sister of the bride 
and Mr. Paul Vetter, brother of the bride. The couple will reside on a farm in the Town 
of Two Rivers.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Manitowoc, Wis., Wednesday, November 19, 1924 pg. 2
*****
[Rosa Drier]


VIOLA DROSSART

Viola Drossart Hit by Car Dies at Two Rivers 
Sustains Fractured Skull in Accident as She Crosses Highway 
TWO RIVERS-Mrs. Viola Drossart, 49, of 1509 Glenwood St., died of a fractured 
skull at the Municipal Hospital Wednesday evening, two hours after being struck 
by a car while crossing Memorial Drive near Florence Street. 
She had been baby-sitting with children of relatives, and was hurrying to catch 
a bus home when the accident happened…
Crossed Car's Path 
(private), 23, of 1335 S. 11th St., Manitowoc, who drove the car which struck 
the woman, told county police she had crossed in front of his auto as he was 
going toward Two Rivers. 
He saw the woman stop in the middle lane to allow his car to pass, and said she 
suddenly walked into the auto's path.
Boriss tried to go around Mrs. Drossart, but the right fender of his car caught 
the woman, throwing her to the ground.
She was taken to the hospital by Meihsner ambulance, where County Coroner Theodore 
Teitgen pronounced her dead a few hours later.
Announce Services 
Funeral services for Mrs. Drossart will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John 
Lutheran Church, the Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' 
Rest Cemetery.
Mrs. Drossart, nee Viola Schwanke, was born in 1903 in the town of Rockland, 
Manitowoc County, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Albert Schwanke. She was 
married in 1927 to George Drossart in Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Drossart is survived by a son, Roger of Two Rivers, three daughters, Mrs. 
George Petersohn of Manitowoc, Mrs. Louis Petersohn of Memorial Drive, and Miss 
Donna Jean Drossart at home. She also leaves five sisters, Mrs. Esther Mc Athie 
of Burbank, Cal., Mrs. Erna Lewis of Manitowoc, Mrs. Robert Oestreich of Manitowoc. 
Mrs. Arvin Krumrey of Sheboygan and Miss Linda Schwanke of Manitowoc; and four 
brothers, Ervin of Reedsville, Leroy, Orman and Gerhardt Schwanke of Manitowoc, 
and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Beduhn, Deja & Martin Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
from 3 p.m. Friday until 11 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be taken to St. 
John Church, where it will lie in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 14, 1952  P. 1
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Miss Viola Schwanke, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Schwanke, 916 Twenty-Third 
Street and George Drossart were married at 9 o'clock Wednesday morning at the court 
house at Manitowoc, Judge Schmidt officiating at the ceremony in his private chambers. 
The couple were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ozga, the latter a sister of the bride. 
A celebration was held at the home of the bride's parents. The groom is employed by the 
Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. and the couple will make their home in this city. 
Two Rivers Reporter - Chronicle - Fri., Apr. 22, 1927 


RAYMOND DUCAT

Raymond Ducat, age 60, of Two Rivers, died on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at 
his home.
Raymond was born on Jan. 13, 1948, in Manitowoc, son of the late Emil 
and Emily (Kowalski) Ducat. He attended Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, 
graduating with the class of 1967. Raymond served in the U.S Marine Corps 
during the Vietnam War from 1967 until 1969. He was employed at Paragon, 
and later retired while working at Fisher-Hamilton Scientific as a group 
leader/specialty builder. Raymond was a member of the VFW of Two Rivers, 
and a former member of the Two Rivers Jaycees. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, 
bingo, slots and cards.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was also preceded in death by one brother: Ronald Ducat; one sister: 
Shirley Kuik; mother-in-law: Bonnie Witte; and one brother-in-law: Garfield 
DeGrand.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at 
the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers. 
Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Dan Felton, with burial to follow 
at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Klein and Stangel Funeral 
Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, from 
9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11:30 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 7, 2008
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Inadvertently omitted in Tuesday's obituary was that the family wished to 
thank the team of nurses at Holy Family Dialysis Center, for their care of 
Raymond. Also omitted was that the Two Rivers V.F.W. and American Legion 
conducted full military honors.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 9, 2008


CORA (SIBENHORN) DUFANO

Cora (Sibenhorn) Dufano, age 95, a resident of the Hamilton
Memorial Home, Two Rivers, passed away early Tuesday evening,
May 18, 1999, at the Hamilton Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 21, 1999, 
at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Edward 
Stelter will officiate at the service with burial to follow at 
Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Cora was born January 25, 1904, in Two Rivers, she was the last 
surviving child of Carl and Hedwig (Backus) Sibenhorn. She was 
a member of St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, where 
she attended St. John's School and was confirmed. Before her 
marriage to Louis R. Dufano on September 23, 1922, she worked 
as an industrial nurse at the former Aluminum Goods Manufacturing 
Company. All of her life, she loved flowers and for many years 
she used these talents to beautify the altar Of St. John's under 
the guidance and blessing of her good friend, Pastor Walter Haase. 
After her husband's retirement, she spent many happy hours as a 
flower designer at Hansen the Florist. She and her husband enjoyed 
traveling. Their most cherished memories came after Louis was 
appointed as a consultant with the International Executive Service 
Corps. and they received two long term assignments to San Salvador 
and Medellin.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, two granddaughters 
and a grandson-in-law. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, 
and many friends especially from the Hamilton Home.
Besides her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by
three brothers and seven sisters.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, 
after 11 a.m. Friday until 12:30 p.m. There will be no visitation 
at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church. The family will escort the
body to the church for the time of service.
A memorial fund has been established in her name.
I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou Lord only 
makest me dwell in safety.
Herald Times Reporter, May 20, 1999
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(25 Jan 1904/18 May 1999/SSDI)
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Marriage of Louis/Cora Dufano
Louis Dufano, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dufano and Miss Cora Sibenhorn, daughter of 
Mrs. C.D. Sibenhorn, were the principals in a pretty wedding ceremony at St. 
John's Lutheran church Saturday afternoon. Rev. W.G. Haase, using the double 
ring ceremony, officiated in the presence of a large gathering of friends and 
relatives. Miss Margaret McGregor of Eagle River was maid of honor and Daniel 
Sibenhorn was best man. Other attending couples were Miss Lucille Dufano and 
Arthur Kirchen and Miss Mayme Malley and Ralph Dufano.
An elaborate dinner was served to about fifty relatives and friends after the 
ceremony at the home of the bride's mother. The couple departed on the Sunday 
train midst a shower of rice for a few days sojourn to Chicago and other points. 
Among out of town guests here for the event were Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Caldwell and 
son, Paul of Milan, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Carl Sibenhorn and daughter, Louisa and 
Mr. and Mrs. Hy Bode of Milwaukee; Daniel Sibenhorn and Miss McGregor of Eagle 
River, Mrs. Benson of Minneapolis, Minn., William Dufano of Bessmer, Mich., and 
Miss Louis Nelson of Chicago.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 29, 1922


LOUIS R. DUFANO

Louis R. Dufano, 84, of 2119 30th Street, Two Rivers, died Monday morning, 
October 27, 1986 at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral arrangements will 
be 2 pm Wednesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. 
Edward Stelter will officiate with burial to follow at Pioneers Rest Cemetery, 
Two Rivers.
Mr. Dufano was born March 26, 1902 at Oconto, Wisconsin, son of the late Louis J. 
and Katherine Prucha Dufano. He attended grade school and high school at Oconto. 
Mr. Dufano was later employed at Mirro Aluminum in Two Rivers from 1917 until his 
retirement in 1968. Mr. Dufano was Plant Manager of Plant Numbers 1 and 4 of Two 
Rivers. He married the former Cora Sibenhorn on September 223, 1922 at Two Rivers. 
Mr. Dufano was a member of Mirro Management club and the Kiwanis Silver K Club.
Survivors include his wife, Cora; a daughter and a son-in-law, Kathleen and John 
Schafer of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Lucille Kirchen of Manitowoc and two 
granddaughters, Julie and Mark Hintze of Providence, Rhode Island and Susan and 
Joe Banister of Yuma, Arizona. He was preceded in death by three brothers and 
three sisters.
Friends may call at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two rivers, from 10 am 
Wednesday morning until the time of service. There will be no Tuesday evening 
visitation at Deja and Martin Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Memorials would be 
appreciated to St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Oct. 27, 1986 page 15
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Funeral card:
In Loving Memory of
Louis R. Dufano
March 26, 1902
October 27, 1986
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[bur. 10-29-1986/age 84 yrs.]
(26 Mar. 1902/Oct. 1986/SSDI/issued IL)
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Marriage of Louis/Cora Dufano
Louis Dufano, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dufano and Miss Cora Sibenhorn, daughter of 
Mrs. C.D. Sibenhorn, were the principals in a pretty wedding ceremony at St. 
John's Lutheran church Saturday afternoon. Rev. W.G. Haase, using the double 
ring ceremony, officiated in the presence of a large gathering of friends and 
relatives. Miss Margaret McGregor of Eagle River was maid of honor and Daniel 
Sibenhorn was best man. Other attending couples were Miss Lucille Dufano and 
Arthur Kirchen and Miss Mayme Malley and Ralph Dufano.
An elaborate dinner was served to about fifty relatives and friends after the 
ceremony at the home of the bride's mother. The couple departed on the Sunday 
train midst a shower of rice for a few days sojourn to Chicago and other points. 
Among out of town guests here for the event were Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Caldwell and 
son, Paul of Milan, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Carl Sibenhorn and daughter, Louisa and 
Mr. and Mrs. Hy Bode of Milwaukee; Daniel Sibenhorn and Miss McGregor of Eagle 
River, Mrs. Benson of Minneapolis, Minn., William Dufano of Bessmer, Mich., and 
Miss Louis Nelson of Chicago.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 29, 1922


ELSIE M. DUNN

The remains of Mrs. Elsie Dunn of Milwaukee, nee Elsie Reimers of this city, 
were brot here for burial and the funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the 
home of the mother of the deceased, Mrs. Caroline Reimers, 1207 Madison Street, 
Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Deceased was born in this city, Dec. 2, 1881. She 
was married here to Mr. Dunn, an artesian well driller about 20 years ago and 
they took up their residence at Milwaukee where he died a few years ago. Seven 
children survive, all of whom reside in Milwaukee. Besides her mother, the 
deceased also leaves two brothers, Edward and William Reimers of Manitowoc and 
a sister, Miss Hattie Reimers of this city.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 2, 1923


TERRENCE J. DUNN

Following funeral services at Cudahy this morning, the body of Terrence 
John Dunn, 32, a native of Two Rivers who died in Cuday Friday, was brought 
to Two Rivers for burial. Short services were held at the grave in the 
family plot in Pioneers' Rest cemetery shortly after 3 p.m.
Terrence Dunn, a son of the late William and Elsie Reimers Dunn, was born 
at Two Rivers in 1907. The family moved to Cudahy about 28 years ago.
Survivors are two brothers and four sisters; his grandmother, Mrs. Caroline 
Reimers of Two Rivers; and an aunt, Miss Hattie Reimers, Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 19, 1940 P.2


WILLIAM J. DUNN

Wm. Dunn of Milwaukee who moved from Two Rivers with his family four years ago, 
died this week. His body is being shipped here for interment and will arrive 
today. Mr. Dunn is survived by his wife, formerly Miss Elsie Reimers of this 
city and several children.
The Reporter, Sat., Dec. 18, 1914